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First human case of West Nile Virus confirmed in local area
Grand Island, Neb. — The Central District Health Department has reported the first human case of West Nile Virus in the area. They said symptoms of WNV begin 3 to 15 days after the bite and you may experience muscle weakness, stiff neck, disorientation, fever, headache, or convulsions. They...
Grand Island Fire Department Receives $85,000 grant to replace 22-year old exercise equipment
GRAND ISLAND, Neb.-- A fire department in central Nebraska is getting funds to update its exercise equipment. According to a news release, the Grand Island Fire Department is receiving $85,131.81 in federal funding thanks to FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. Officials say the U.S. Department of Homeland Security...
Nebraska Cornhuskers fighting to finish with Big Ten rivals for top center
While the Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball team is excited to see one of its newest big man additions shining in International play, Fred Hoiberg isn’t resting on his laurels. In fact, he’s working extra hard to bring some more talent with size to Lincoln in future seasons. Those efforts...
"It's on!" Garden show competition rising
SYRACUSE – Competition at the Otoe County Fair’s open class crops and vegetables show is linking generations. Duane Hansen of Syracuse still reigns with the premiere gardener points after 26 entries this year and 13 first place ribbons. Hansen set a new standard last year with a four pound onion, but he wasn’t in the top three this year.
Integration of the Marching Band and Escort of the Consulate of Mexico in Omaha
Omaha, NE – The Consulate of Mexico in Omaha, Nebraska is pleased to announce the Call for the formation of the Marching Band and Escort of the Consulate of Mexico in Omaha. Both groups will represent our pride of being Mexican and the love we have for our flag and our country.
Man arrested after stealing vehicles in Lincoln and Milwaukee, police say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A man was arrested after stealing multiple vehicles throughout the Midwest, according to Lincoln Police. Court documents show that 57-year-old Joe Dorsey was charged with two count of theft by unlawful taking $5,000+. The general manager at Cars 4 Less near 48th and Cleveland streets reported...
New Mayor Appointed, New Council Member Needed
The City of Gothenburg has a new mayor. At the July 16 council meeting, Mayor Will Rahjes submitted his resignation – but not because he no longer wants to serve. Quite the opposite in fact. Rahjes was forced to step down from his mayoral position due to a city ordinance that requires the mayor – as well as all elected officials and most appointed positions – to reside within the city limits. Rahjes and his wife recently purchased a home that lies just over two miles outside of that limit.
Otoe County Fair competitors check in entries
Otoe County Fair exhibitors were busy on Wednesday morning, July 24, on the fairgrounds in Syracuse as they checked in various entries for this year’s event. Among the throng of fair competitors was Duane Hansen, the man famous for growing a pumpkin big enough and tough enough to endure a 38-mile journey on the Missouri River back in 2022.
Butler hits the ground running in working with Husker defensive backs
INDIANAPOLIS — The timing just wasn't right when Matt Rhule approached John Butler in the spring about joining his program as an analyst. But when Evan Cooper abruptly resigned in early July and Nebraska needed a defensive backs coach, things came together quickly — thanks in part to where Rhule and Butler chose to vacation.
Stanton man seriously injured following workplace fall in Pilger
PILGER - A Stanton resident was seriously hurt after falling between 25 and 30 feet at a worksite in Pilger yesterday (Wednesday) morning. The Stanton County Sheriff’s Office responded to the accident at the Pilger Co-Op around 10:40 a.m. The 52-year-old employee was trying to clean a vent at the top of the roof when he lost his balance and slid down the north edge and fell to the ground.
New hotel proposed at GI City Council meeting
Grand Island, Neb. — Paul Younes is looking to expand his hotel prowess into Grand Island. At Tuesday night's Grand Island City Council meeting, a redevelopment resolution was proposed to add a hotel and restaurant to the northwest corner of Husker Highway and Prairieview Street in the southwest part of the city, caddy-corner from the regional medical center.
Nebraska Football: Carter Nelson position change makes sense
Nebraska football head coach Matt Rhule offered an update on the status of Carter Nelson on Wednesday. The other tight and will begin his career at wide receiver, according to multiple media reports. This is certainly an interesting move, given that Nebraska is depth-heavy at the position. Even still, there...
Solar Powered cars make stop in Beatrice
BEATRICE, NEB. - Speed, powered by the sun. “Kinda it gives kids a large design project from beginning to end and they can watch it perform on the road and on the track.”. Schools and programs taking part in American Solar Challenge made a stop at Homestead National Historical Park, part of the 1400 mile competition from Nashville, TN. to Casper, WY.
Pickup goes out-of-control on Perkins Street, missing three people at picnic shelter
BEATRICE -- Beatrice Police and fire officials were sent to the scene of a bizarre accident just south of the downtown area. It happened when a roofing company pickup turning from South Fifth to travel east on Perkins went out of control. The truck ended up colliding with a picnic shelter at Gage County Foundation Park, narrowly missing three people sitting there. Police Sergeant Wes Henning says the accident involved a total of four vehicles.
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