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Hornady recognized for 75 years of service
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - The Hall County Board of Commissioners recognized Hornady Manufacturing for 75 years of service. The owner, Steve Hornady, accepted the award and said he was surprised by the amount of people there. Multiple individuals spoke on how Hornady is always involved in the community. Hornady...
Tractor drive kicks off Lindsay celebration
Lindsay Pivot Days opened with a tractor drive last Friday through Newman Grove, Albion and St. Edward before returning to Lindsay in the afternoon.Above and right - The 29 antique tractor drivers from across the area stopped at The J for lunch in Albion after visiting GSS Albion Wolf Home and parading through the downtown area. The tractor drive visited nursing homes in all three towns. Oldest…
From bedbugs to mold, living conditions spark reforms for public housing
Nebraska (Omaha World-Herald) — Michael Coleman has reasons to like his little apartment near the heart of Dundee. “I’ve got some good neighbors around here that I love,” said Coleman, who’s 62 and disabled because of a bad back. “There’s one lady who lives down on the first floor, she and her family took the place of my mom and dad, because they’re up in heaven.”
City of Kearney: Clean up after your fireworks
KEARNEY — The City of Kearney encourages residents to properly dispose of fireworks debris following private and public 4th of July celebrations. It is recommended to let used fireworks sit for several minutes and use water to make sure they are completely extinguished. A metal bucket with sand or...
Nebraska farmers grapple with hail and floods, some grateful for sandy planting grounds
PHELPS COUNTY, NE — Nebraska has seen large amounts of rain over just a few days. Johnson Lake received 4 inches of rain on Monday night, while Holdrege received about 3 inches. Corn was just starting to show its tassels, and wheat was ready to be picked, but now...
Out of disaster, a helping hand
Nebraska’s severe weather has been relentless in recent years – from drought and wildfire to floods and tornados. One Nebraska teen knows that all too well. After a tornado destroyed her family’s home and farm buildings near Ames, Nebraska, she’s teaching kids about being prepared for the worst.
Economist still concerned about Midwest manufacturing
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Creighton University economist Ernie Goss is still concerned about the manufacturing sector across the Midwest. "It's more moving sideways in terms of manufacturing, so I'm not real optimistic," Goss said as his latest survey was released this week. "There were, I guess, some things that were a little bit better. Exports were a little stronger than what we've seen, so I guess we could attribute some of the not-such-bad or not-weak numbers because of exports."
Woman critically hurt after crash in south Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha police believe alcohol is a possible factor in a crash that critically injured one woman. It happened near 13th and 13th Court streets around 12:45 Friday morning. Sergeant Adam Turnbull told a KETV photographer the driver of the red vehicle was driving out of 13th...
17-year-old critically hurt after firework incident in southeast Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. — A 17-year-old was critically hurt by a firework. Omaha first responders found the victim just after 10 p.m. Wednesday near South 20th and 'K' streets. It's unclear what injuries the victim sustained. The investigation into what led up to the incident is ongoing.
Finishing Touches at Omaha’s Third Costco
This construction project is nearly complete. Workers are applying the finishing touches for Omaha’s third Costco Wholesale store, which will open for business this month. Located on the southeast corner of 180th & West Maple Road, this new Costco should relieve pressure at the 123rd & West Dodge Road location.
New leaders arrive at Hastings Salvation Army
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - The Salvation Army of Hastings recently welcomed two new officers to the area. Captains Joseph and Rachel Irvine started their new assignments on June 25. They succeeded Majors Dale and Sandra Brandenburg – longtime Salvation Army of Hastings leaders who are retiring this summer. The...
Calculating Nebraska football wins needed for College Football Playoff berth
It might seem far-fetched to suggest that Nebraska football could be a contender to make the 2024 College Football Playoff. But with a new 12-team format and a Husker squad that features a five-star quarterback, plus an elite defense, anything feels possible. Head coach Matt Rhule told Joel Klatt this...
Nebraska women's basketball adds high-scoring guard to 2025 recruiting class
LINCOLN - The early part of the story of association between the Nebraska women’s basketball program and Olivia Hamlin can be traced to a club tournament in Virginia this spring. Hamlin, a 5-foot-9 guard from St. George, Utah, announced her commitment to Nebraska on Monday. She’s going into her...
Nebraska nonprofit spends holiday preparing for flood cleanup in Spencer, Iowa
SPENCER, Iowa (WOWT) - Spencer resident Jon Muessigmann recalled when the Little Sioux River came out of its banks and inundated his town June 22. “It wasn’t just rising water,” Muessigmann said. “The water was with a vengeance. It has force behind it. It wasn’t just starting to come up. It had speed behind it.”
Return to Ralston: Thousands lined city's streets to join in Independence Day parade
RALSTON, Neb. — Ralston celebrated the Fourth of July on Thursday. The kids in Kevin Heim's family cooled off during the city's Independence Day celebration, something he was doing at their age. "The parade, the waterworks, the firefighters with their water fight," Heim said. All of it now attracts...
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