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Trail on trial: To York leaders, it’s a dream. To neighbors, it’s something else.
YORK – It seemed, at first, like such a smooth ride. Two years ago, the federal government awarded the city of York $15.6 million to do a thing many smaller Nebraska communities fundraise for and dream of – add a walking and biking trail through town. It’s the...
Community Health Fair set for Friday at North Platte High School
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The third annual Community Health Fair is set for Friday at North Platte High School. The event is a collaboration between HOPE-Esperanza, West Central District Health, Great Plains Health, People’s Health, and the North Platte Public School District. Organizers say the fair aims to...
‘I don’t know where it went wrong’: Vigil held for Lincoln toddler who died by abuse
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The trial for Joshua Tackett, who is facing child abuse charges in connection to the death of a 22 month old boy, is underway this week. Family and friends of that toddler, Rudy Jr., gathered in front of the Lancaster County Courthouse on Thursday evening for a vigil.
Anticipated return: Famous air and space show coming to Offutt Air Force Base
BELLEVUE, Neb. — Offutt Air Force Base will host the Defenders of Freedom Air & Space Show. The show will make its return after 6 years on Aug. 24 and 25. It will coincide with the 100th anniversary of Offutt Field. The Air Force Base said it will reveal...
Blair Lions Club Gears Up for Annual Bob Krogh Memorial Peach & Pear Sale
BLAIR, NEBRASKA (2024 JULY 18, THURSDAY) – The Blair Lions Club is excited to announce its 2024 Bob Krogh Memorial Peach & Pear Sale, a beloved annual tradition that supports numerous community initiatives. This year’s sale, named in honor of a dedicated former member, continues the club’s long-standing commitment to service and community support.
WATCH: Vehicle slams into car, then drives off in Lincoln’s Near South neighborhood
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A driver hit a woman’s car and drove off without stopping Saturday morning, leaving parts of their car behind. And it was all caught on camera. Rosemary Laher parked her car outside of her home on the west side of Pepper Avenue near Sumner Street.
Dix man arrested on multiple charges
KIMBALL COUNTY -- A Dix man was arrested on four charges July 17 by the Kimball County Sheriff’s Office. Kenneth Childs, 65, of Dix was arrested for terroristic threats, use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony, disturbing the peace, and criminal mischief. Sheriff David Hottell says it...
Huskers add Transfers Yuzu Miyoshi, Tiziana Rossini
The Nebraska women’s tennis team continues to build its roster with the addition of sophomore transfers Yuzu Miyoshi and Tiziana Rossini for the 2024-25 season. Miyoshi competed at No. 1 singles and doubles as a freshman at Sophia University in Japan and was named the 2022 player of the year. From Kawasaki, Kagawa, Japan, Miyoshi joins the Big Red with three years of eligibility remaining. Prior to college, she competed in the Kanto Junior Tennis Championship and was named Japan Junior Tennis Tour Champions - Champion.
Kansas defensive end to visit Nebraska on July 27
A defensive end from Kansas has scheduled a visit with the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Hunter Higgins will visit the Lincoln campus on July 27. His visit will come just days after his July 25 visit to the Oklahoma Sooners. The three-star prospect plays for Maize South High School in Wichita, Kansas. National recruiting analyst Tom Lemming had high praise for Higgins last December. He wrote, (Higgins) should be become a national recruit. Excellent length, quick hands and feet and shows explosive moves to the ball. Tenacious and tough. Terrific attitude. 3.9 GPA. The recruit has been a popular player recently. In 2024, he received ten scholarship offers, including from Michigan, USC, and Ole Miss. Can’t wait to see Nebraska’s spring game this next weekend in Lincoln!! GBR🌽 pic.twitter.com/gk59vChsad — Hunter Higgins (@HigginsHunter11) April 19, 2024 Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Sasse stepping down as University of Florida president
Former Nebraska U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse announced Thursday he was stepping down as president of the University of Florida to help his family cope with his wife’s worsening health. Sasse, in a statement from the University of Florida, said he was no longer able to meet the time demands...
Severe weather possible during the evening and afternoon hours
HASTINGS, Neb. — The National Weather Service in Hastings has issued a new Severe Weather Warning for northwestern and central Nebraska, including the tri-cities effective from this afternoon to late this evening. NWS Hastings reports that these regions will face strong to severe weather conditions, including hail ranging around...
Gov. Pillen releases ‘Nebraska’s plan’ for property tax relief with few new concrete details
LINCOLN — Gov. Jim Pillen said his official property tax relief plan released Thursday would, “without a shadow of a doubt,” receive more than enough bipartisan support during a legislative special session. “It’s a crisis that has been accelerating at warp speed, and it’s time to fix it,” Pillen told reporters. But getting to that magic […] The post Gov. Pillen releases ‘Nebraska’s plan’ for property tax relief with few new concrete details appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
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