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Local restaurants to donate 10% of proceeds for ‘Dine Out to Help Out’
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Diners, food chains, and local joints have partnered with the Food Bank of Lincoln to fight food insecurity one bill at a time. It’s for the Food Bank’s ‘Dine Out to Help Out’ initiative happening Wednesday, Sept. 11. When residents enjoy food at their favorite spots in town, restaurants donate some of their proceeds to the bank.
Lourdes Central Catholic looking to build on strong 2023
(Nebraska City) -- Lourdes Central Catholic football is hopeful a strong 2023 will turn into an even better 2024. The Knights were 8-2 last season, and Coach Jon Borer believes this year’s group can be even better. “We finished the year pretty strong,” Borer said of 2023. “We lost...
Hope Harbor gets grant for Grand Island affordable housing
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - Grand Island is getting almost half of a state fund set aside for affordable housing. In a press release, Hope Harbor Inc., announced a $4,748,136 grant from the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) through the HOME American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Program. This award is part of DED’s broader $10.3 million initiative to support affordable housing projects across Nebraska, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
Skate Park Renovation Rolls Into Grand Island
Grand Island, NE — New opportunities, this one with a set of wheels, for the city of Grand Island. “We have a skate park, currently at Pier Park, and it is getting to the point where we need to think about something new. And so we have money budgeted for this year, this coming year, for a potential project,” says Todd McCoy, Grand Island Parks & Rec Director.
Triage announces acquisition of RTG Medical
Triage, a leading medical staffing agency headquartered in Omaha, has announced its acquisition of RTG Medical of Fremont. RTG was founded in 2001. The company’s nursing, long-term care and allied divisions will bolster Triage’s existing healthcare staffing footprint. The expansion of these divisions at Triage means good things for both Triage and RTG. Travelers will have direct access to an expanded allied and travel nurse job pools and top-tier vendor relationships that will deliver more quality locations and facilities.
Lewis and Clark Center turns 20
More than 1,100 people celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center this past weekend. On Friday, August 25, almost 600 students, teachers and chaperones participated in a special Living History Day that focused on activities at the Center’s new fort, which is still under construction.
Shooting Ranges Available for Sight-In
Hunters may sight-in their firearms and bows for the coming seasons at any of several public and private shooting ranges listed on the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s website. “It is important to sight-in your firearm or bow to increase your accuracy, boost your confidence, and help prevent hunting...
Cactus Jacks owner reflects on 15 years of growth at the Nebraska State Fair
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KOLN) - Jeff Leo tells hungry customers, “Don’t let the long lines scare you.” He said they’re making burgers every 12 seconds to serve people waiting in a line that will sometimes stretch across the Heartland Events Center. Leo owns Cactus Jacks, a...
Lincoln County native helps Team USA advance in Wheelchair Rugby in Paralympics
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Team USA’s Paralympic Rugby Team faced off against Canada on Thursday morning, marking a significant milestone for one Lincoln County native and Hershey High School graduate. Josh O’Neill, a first-time member of the team, was one of 16 athletes chosen after a rigorous five-day...
SEASON PREVIEW: Orangemen Football ready for new season
BEATRICE, NEB. - Beatrice Football is readying for another year. Head Coach Jeff Kezeor says the 2024 Orangemen are putting back to back losing seasons in the rear view mirror, looking to start the year on the right foot. “Our boys are ready to get things back up and going,”...
Big Red Buzz opens season with capacity crowd
NEBRASKA CITY – Husker Radio Network color voice Damon Benning gave a capacity crowd Thursday at the Big Red Buzz at Valentino’s Restaurant in Nebraska City his keys to watch for in Nebraska’s season opener and reasons for optimism that an eight-win campaign will end the streak of seven straight losing seasons.
Hastings Rejuvenates Downtown, through Grant Program
The downtown district serves as the heart of a community, and Hastings’ city center is beating strong thanks to investments made through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Over the past ten years, Hastings has been awarded $1.45 million of CDBG funds for Downtown Revitalization (DTR). Use of these grants has produced 11 façade/building renovation projects, 13 new businesses, 26 new owner-occupied or rental loft apartments, and 2 parking lot renovations—with one last project to be completed.
'They took his life': Omaha man blames scammers for father's suicide
OMAHA, Neb. — Austin Thompson's dad always called. "He'd just call to hear my voice," Austin said. Austin lives in Omaha, while his dad, Monte, lives in Graettinger, Iowa. "He's like, 'I don't want to bug you,'" Austin said. "And I'm like, 'Dad, you're not bugging me. I like when you call.'"
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