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Big games from Boyd, Bohn propel Wayne State to 49-17 victory over Missouri S&T in season opener
WAYNE, Neb. (KCAU) – Wayne State running back Latravious Boyd totaled 141 rushing yards and two TD’s while quarterback Nick Bohn threw for three in Wayne State’s 49-17 win over Missouri S&T in its season opener.
Matt Rhule Expects Nebraska Football’s Sideline Switch to Pay Off
The Huskers' head coach said visiting teams will face a more hostile environment along the east sideline of Memorial Stadium. Speaking two days before the season opener against UTEP, Rhule also provided updates on the running backs, the placekickers and t
Gioia Rushes for Over 100 yards in Loss to Wildcats
WAYNE, Neb. – The Miners dropped their season opener this evening, falling to the Wayne State Wildcats 49-17. The Miners started the game with the ball, finding good field position early afterTyler Gioia (Huntington Beach, CA/Edison) broke free for a 19-yard run to the WSC 45 on the third play of the drive. An offensive pass interference penalty on the next play would put the Miners behind the sticks and kill the drive's momentum, leading to a punt on 4th and 11.
Gas truck crashes south of Lincoln, spilling about 100 gallons
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A gas truck rolled over Thursday evening south of Lincoln. The crash was reported just after 6 p.m. near 54th Street and Bennet Road near Roca. About 100 gallons of gas spilled out of the truck, according to the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office. The...
Village clerk of tiny Nebraska town resigns amid probe by state auditor’s team
LINCOLN — The village of Litchfield in central Nebraska “boasts a whopping 280 people,” according to its website, which goes on to say that the small-town atmosphere contributes to a high quality of life. But a Nebraska State Auditor’s Office probe into village operations has disrupted the calm, revealing apparent misappropriation of public funds, inaccurate utility […]
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...
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