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Gavin Gracey named Community Development Director for Hastings EDC
HASTINGS — The Hastings Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) is proud to announce the appointment of Gavin Gracey as its new Community Development Director. A native of Hastings, Gavin brings a deep commitment to his hometown and a passion for fostering community growth and prosperity. Gavin Gracey graduated from Fort...
Dozens of dogs available for adoption at Nebraska Humane Society after virus outbreak
OMAHA, Neb. — After nearly three weeks, dozens of dogs are back up for adoption at the Nebraska Humane Society. The dogs were under quarantine after a pneumovirus, a viral respiratory infection, was discovered in the shelter. Now, NHS said they're over the hump and ready to start finding these dogs a home.
Nebraska nabs Hawaiian offensive lineman, Michigan State football center target
One of the first prospects in the 2025 recruiting class that the new Michigan State coaching staff pursued was Houston Kaahaaina-Torres, a Hawaii native. The Spartans pursued the interior offensive line target alongside Arizona State, Nebraska and Utah. This time, the Spartans fell just short in the recruitment, losing out on the prospect to another Big Ten school. The Nebraska Cornhuskers are the team that was able to come out victorious in the battle for the 3-star. https://x.com/HoustonKTorres/status/1807525483518853618 Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on Twitter, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan State news, notes, and opinion. You can also follow Cory Linsner on Twitter @Cory_Linsner.
City of Papillion closes recreation areas until further notice after Tuesday morning's heavy rain
PAPILLION, Neb. — The city of Papillion said its recreation areas areclosed until further notice due to flooding. The city said its creek and lake levels are "very high" after storms brought heavy rain to the Omaha area overnight. Officials shared pictures of the flooded roads, trails and park...
Woman complains of limited ADA accommodations at Jelly Roll concert
A Sidney couple is torqued over the lack of handicapped accessible seats in the Wild West Arena. Amy Vincent and her wheelchair-bound husband Richard attended the sold-out concert on Saturday, June 22. They were placed along the walkway in front of the first row of the grandstands. Vincent said her...
Big G Ace Tour of Hastings Lawnmower Giveaway
Ride along and win during the KHAS Radio Big G Ace Tour of Hastings Lawnmower Giveaway! Enter now thru August 22nd, 2024. The Lawnmower trailer ride will take place on Friday, August 23rd beginning at 8AM. Guess what time Brandon J McDermott will return to Big G Ace in Hastings....
Nebraska City council recognizes Lacy for his service, lays out police chief hiring process
(Nebraska City) -- Nebraska City officials hope to have a new police chief by the end of this month. During its regular meeting Monday night, the Nebraska City City Council recognized Police Chief Dave Lacy for his service to the police department after he announced his retirement last month. The council also approved the appointment of Captain Lonnie Neeman as the Interim Police Chief, effective July 13th. Speaking on KMA's "Morning Line" program Tuesday morning, Nebraska City Mayor Bryan Bequette says the council felt it was important to recognize Lacy for his over four decades of service to the community.
Steven Sipple: Matt Rhule praises Nebraska rookie QB Dylan Raiola’s “unique feel for the game”; and Trev’s words could haunt him
Things I know, and things I think I know: If you’re a Nebraska football fan, you don’t have to worry about Dylan Raiola’s rookie status being a hindrance this coming season, or his level of maturity being too low for such a grand stage. He can handle the job and all it entails at NU. […] The post Steven Sipple: Matt Rhule praises Nebraska rookie QB Dylan Raiola’s “unique feel for the game”; and Trev’s words could haunt him appeared first on On3.
Nebraska Community Blood Bank to host blood drive in memory of drunk driving victim
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Nebraska Community Blood Bank is hosting a blood drive on Tuesday and Wednesday in memory of a drunk driving victim. Alexis “Lexi” Calfee was 19-years-old when her and her boyfriend Christopher Oberg were tragically killed by a drunk driver in 2011. The Alexis...
Panhandle police activity, June 14 - July 2
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10 Pinz Fun Center reflects on one year of new ownership
BEATRICE, NEB. - It’s been one whole year, since a southeast Nebraska bowling alley was brought back to life. 10 Pinz Fun Center in Beatrice is in full gear, 365 days later. “There’s really nothing to do out east of town for the people… That’s why we want to keep this up.”
Beau Peterson prepares to take elite baseball talent to Nebraska
OMAHA, Neb. — Nebraska baseball looks to build off last year's success, which included the program's first-ever Big Ten Tournament title and an NCAA Tournament appearance. It helps to have a recruit in the wings like Beau Peterson, an incoming high school junior from Shawnee, KS. Peterson competed in...
Omaha police says investigation finds connection between men killed at nightclub, 'illicit narcotics' from Mexico
OMAHA, Neb. — An Omaha police investigation found a direct connection between the two men killed in ashooting involving off-duty officers at a nightclub and the "presence of illicit narcotics" being traced back to Mexico, the department said. Capt. Jay Leavitt, who has been with the department for 25...
Nebraska football reaches far into the future with latest QB offer
While the Nebraska football have their quarterback of the 2025 class locked down and it seems likely they can lock down their 2026 gunslinger on board as well, Matt Rhule and his crew aren’t wasting any time working towards the program's future. In order to do that, the Huskers...
More Storms In Omaha/Council Bluffs Area Expected Tuesday
Another round of severe weather and flash flooding appears possible again Tuesday, especially for locations along and south of I-80. Thunderstorms are expected to develop in the noon to two p.m. timeframe with all hazards possible. The storms will move out of the area Tuesday evening. The Omaha Office of...
Andy Staples predicts Nebraska will begin 2024 season 7-0
On Monday morning’s On3 YouTube livestream, Andy Staples made some very bold predictions, including one about the 2024 Nebraska Cornhuskers, who he’s very high on entering this fall. “Nebraska will be 7-0 entering the Ohio State game. 7-0!” Staples declared of Matt Rhule’s group, touting their pretty friendly schedule to begin the year. “Look at […] The post Andy Staples predicts Nebraska will begin 2024 season 7-0 appeared first on On3.
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