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Developer: $90M Omaha airport area business park project won’t use eminent domain
OMAHA — A development group that was awarded $90 million in public funds to prepare a business park near Omaha’s airport faced a crowd Wednesday night with a common concern: Will they be forced from their homes? “We’re not strong-arming anybody,” Michael Maroney of the Omaha Economic Development Corp. told the roughly 150 people, most […] The post Developer: $90M Omaha airport area business park project won’t use eminent domain appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
22-year-old man accused of leaving scene of crash that killed 19-year-old woman in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. — A 22-year-old man is in custody for a hit-and-run crash thatkilled a 19-year-old woman in Omaha. The crash occurred on June 29 near 24th and Decatur streets. Previous coverage: Omaha police identify woman killed in hit and run crash. Omaha police said a car was headed...
Tickets for Lied Center’s fall season on sale Thursday
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Lied Center will feature a mix of classic renditions and decorated productions this fall season. For ’80s movie enthusiasts, “Back to the Future: The Musical,” a melodic take on the 1985 film, will be staged from October 8-13. Executive Director, Bill Stephan,...
Nebraska football players visit patients, families at children’s hospital
OMAHA, Neb. -- Nebraska players make an impact both on and off the field, and some student athletes made the trip to Children's Nebraska in Omaha to make their days. Patients and families at the hospital met with players and some of the coaching staff Wednesday afternoon. The Huskers joined...
Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
Former Nebraska Senator to Step Down from University of Florida Post
GAINESVILLE, FL–(KFOR July 19)–Former Nebraska U.S. Senator Ben Sasse announced Thursday he’s stepping down from his position as president of the University of Florida, effective July 31, after nearly two years. In a statement, Sasse said his resignation comes after his wife Melissa’s recent health diagnosis.
Friday Midday Forecast: Mostly dry to kick off the weekend
THIS AFTERNOON: Partly cloudy with a 20% chance of rain and storms mainly in Deep East Texas. Highs in the upper-80s to low-90s. Wind: NE 10 mph. TONIGHT: Partly cloudy with lows in the upper-60s to low-70s. Wind: NE 5 mph. TOMORROW: Partly cloudy with a 20% chance of rain and storms area-wide. Highs in […]
Signatures submitted for Nebraska veto referendum on private education scholarship funding bill
Support Our Schools, a campaign sponsored by the Nebraska State Education Association, submitted over 86,000 signatures to the Nebraska Secretary of State on July 17 for a veto referendum targeting a partial repeal of Legislative Bill 1402 (2024). LB 1402 authorizes the state treasurer to administer an education scholarship program with a $10 million budget beginning in fiscal year 2024-2025. The program would distribute scholarships to eligible students to cover all or part of the cost of attending any nongovernmental, privately operated elementary or secondary school in the state that fulfills all accreditation requirements. The law would prioritize students based on household income level with those whose household income level does not exceed 185% of the federal poverty level prioritized first.
Sodbusters Rally And Trip Up Fremont
Hastings, Nebraska - The Hastings Sodbusters battled back from a four-run deficit and defeated The Fremont Moo, 9-8, Wednesday night at Duncan Field. The two teams have split the first two games of the three game series. Fremont jumped on the scoreboard in the top of the first inning. With...
City offers new option to pay utility bills
Customers can now pay their City of Fremont utility bills in cash at Baker’s, Walgreens, Love’s and Dollar General. Officials said to go to the one-time City of Fremont online customer portal and select “cash” as the payment option. Then, choose your preferred retail store. You’ll be sent a special barcode by either text or email (your preference) to bring into the store.
Lincoln barbecue restaurant Phat Jack’s shutting its doors
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A popular barbecue joint in the capital city has closed up shop. Phat Jack’s BBQ announced the closure Wednesday in a Facebook post. “After 15 years of service to the Lincoln area, we have made the decision to close our doors,” the Burt family said in the post. “We would like to thank everyone for the support.”
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