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'Bring your dancing shoes': Tons of talent take the stage for Music at Miller Park Series
OMAHA, Neb. — If you're looking to soak in some live music in the metro, you're in luck. Saturday, August 3rd, Kathy Tyree, Ananias Montague & Friends will be taking the stage as part of the free Music at Miller Park Series. The show, sponsored by Omaha Performing Arts, starts at 7:30 p.m.
Nebraska football DB bulks up, aims to be a more complete defender
When Tommi Hill decided to transfer to the Nebraska football team, he probably didn’t realize that he’d turn into one of the superstars of a defense that was among the best in the country last year. This season, he comes in universally recognized as one of the best DBs in college football.
Remembering longtime UNMC pharmacist Dr. James Dubé
James Dubé, PharmD, a retired specialist in chronic pain management, died July 24. He was 87. Dubé spent 34 years at UNMC, including 17 years as director of pharmacy. He was in high demand as a specialist in chronic pain management and made presentations on that topic to health professionals in 43 states.
Nebraska Football Countdown to Kickoff: No. 32 DB Rahmir Stewart
The Nebraska Cornhuskers are just 32 days away from the beginning of their 2024 season on August 31’s season opener against the UTEP Miners. In the player spotlight with 32 days to go is Huskers redshirt freshman defensive back Rahmir Stewart. The 5-foot-11, 210-pound defensive back out of Philadelphia appeared in one game in 2023 for the Huskers but ultimately redshirted, giving him four years of eligiblity entering this season. Stewart was a consensus three-star prospect in the 2023 recruiting cycle choosing the Huskers over Georgia, Michigan, Oregon, Oklahoma, Penn State, and Texas A&M among others. In 2024, Stewart is expected to be a depth cornerback for the Huskers and could see playing time throughout the season. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Billiard Champions Crowned and Qualifiers Prepare for Vegas
The local pool scene recently wrapped up a thrilling spring session with the American Pool Players Association (APA) 8-Ball and 9-Ball Pool Leagues. The competition, which spanned the last couple of weeks, showcased many players with dedication and talents from across the area. The "Ball Breakers" from the Overton Golf...
NEBRASKA MAN CHARGED IN DEATH OF DAKOTA CITY TEEN
A FREMONT, NEBRASKA MAN HAS BEEN ARRESTED AND CHARGED IN THE APRIL 27TH, 2023 DEATH OF A RURAL DAKOTA CITY TEENAGER. 50 YEAR OLD CHAD EVERETT BUNDY IS CHARGED WITH FELONY FAILURE TO STOP AND RENDER AID IN A SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH ACCIDENT, MOTOR VEHICLE HOMICIDE, AND VIOLATING LOAD CONTENTS REQUIREMENTS.
MIT Solar Electric Vehicle Team Makes Unplanned Pit Stop in Minden
During the summer months many unique vehicles hit the road for car shows and rallies. While most of these events highlight classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles, the American Solar Challenge (ASC) spotlights vehicles of the future designed, built, and driven by college students. Minden was the unexpected pit stop for one team competing in the 2024 American Solar Challenge on July 25.
Grand Island Public Schools to help with food insecurity district-wide
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - Grand Island Public Schools is participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program for the 2024-25 school year. CEP is a program offered by the USDA and provided by the Nebraska Department of Education that allows students to enjoy free breakfast and lunch meals at no cost to low-income children in the district, at no cost to the students or parents.
Mandatory Fall Sports Meeting for Alliance High School Athletes
From Michael Baker, Activities Director Alliance High School. Any Alliance High School athlete intending on participating in a fall sport will need to attend a mandatory fall sports meeting with a parent on Monday, August 5th. Activities Director Michael Baker will speak to all the teams in a large group...
Film about life of G.I. businessman David Kaufmann premiers Aug. 4 at Grand Theatre
GRAND ISLAND – The Hall County Historical Society announces the premier of “A Life Well Lived: an Account of David Kaufmann” at 7 p.m. Aug. 4 at the Grand Theatre. The Historical Society and the Institute for Holocaust Education, an agency of the Jewish Federation of Omaha, engaged Chimney Rock Media to tell this remarkable true story of David Kaufmann, a central Nebraska businessman, community leader, and philanthropist, whose actions impacted countless lives.
Valentine celebrating National Night Out on Tuesday
VALENTINE, Neb. - From food to water games and a First Responder Challenge, the Valentine Police Department is hoping to foster relationships through fun events. The department is hosting National Night Out at the Valentine Family Aquatic Center on Tuesday, July 30. National Night Out is a day for ordinary...
First Bank Juniors’ Impressive Season Ends at State
The First Bank Juniors have put together a dominant season, posting a record 17-7 on the year and securing their first B-6 Area Championship since 2014, momentum could not be stronger heading into the B-6 State Tournament held in Waterloo/Valley but unfortunately that momentum was halted in two games against Crete and Lincoln Christian.
Former Nebraska Cornhuskers star posts career-high strikeouts
As the Atlanta Braves try to shore up their roster for the stretch run, one former Nebraska Cornhuskers star might be one of the reasons they stay in the playoff race. Spencer Schwellenbach has had a bit of an up and down rookie season, but it looks like it’s trending back up after this weekend.
Medical student joins department of anesthesiology as research fellow
Elizabeth Puthumana is spending eight weeks this summer with the Nebraska Outcomes Research Laboratory as a visiting scholar from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. Throughout the summer, Puthumana will be working on two projects under the mentorship of Karsten Bartels, MD, PhD, professor, vice chair of research...
Nebraska sees four-star Keenan Harris as a critical part of the 2026 recruiting class
Four-star Keenan Harris was back in Lincoln last weekend for junior day. The Huskers are treating Harris as a priority recruit in the 2026 class. The post Nebraska sees four-star Keenan Harris as a critical part of the 2026 recruiting class appeared first on On3.
Nebraska football pursuit of 5-star tackle hits Georgia speed bump
While all the talk around Nebraska football and its offensive line recruiting has been about David Sanders Jr, there is another 5-star tackle that the Huskers are among the front runners for in the 2026 class. Jackson Cantwell recently named the Huskers among his favorite 14 teams. The problem there...
Matt Rhule on Carter Nelson ‘he’s a difference maker’
One of Nebraska’s top recruits in the class of 2024 will be switching positions. Head coach Matt Rhule has confirmed that Carter Nelson will switch from tight end to wide receiver. When discussing the position switch, Matt Rhule said that Nelson is a difference-maker, and this change will allow him to get on the field quicker. Rhule also confirmed that Nelson will primarily play in the slot. Carter Nelson, nobody even asked me about him but I can talk about him all day. We’re playing Carter as a receiver. Our thought process was instead of making him a tight end that could split out. We thought we could start him...
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