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Emergency residency program has had statewide impact
The UNMC Emergency Medicine Residency Program marked its 20th anniversary in June, with a recognition of the far-reaching impact the training program has had across Nebraska and beyond. Over the past two decades, the emergency medicine residency program has been a cornerstone of excellence in shaping the careers of emergency...
Nebraska troopers issue plea as high-speed citations continue to climb
Lincoln, Neb. — Nebraska State Troopers are urging drivers to slow down as high speeds are on the rise across Nebraska roadways. Last month, troopers issued over 100 citations for speeding at 100 miles per hour or more. They said that's the fourth straight month of triple-digit citations for...
Commission approves ‘racino’ license transfer to Ogallala in western Nebraska
LINCOLN — The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission has unanimously approved transferring a racing license from a racetrack in Hastings to a new facility in Ogallala. Commissioners voted 7-0 Friday to allow the license transfer for Hastings Exposition and Racing Inc. The company plans to partner with Elite Casino Resorts, which owns the resort in Grand […] The post Commission approves ‘racino’ license transfer to Ogallala in western Nebraska appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Another large sinkhole opens up in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A sinkhole large enough to swallow a car opened up in Omaha Friday, closing off roads and reportedly putting people in danger. The sinkhole is located near 57th and Pratt streets, in north-central Omaha, not too far away from another large sinkhole near 33rd and Cass streets in Midtown.
New exhibit at Joslyn Castle & Gardens will have you feeling nostalgic
OMAHA, Neb. — A blast from the past! Joslyn Castle & Gardens has a unique new exhibit. They have opened their Carriage House for 'Iconic Omaha'. The free exhibit features the archives of a graphic design studio that was active in Omaha from 1940 to the early 80s. On...
Sutton Community Home raises $1 million for renovations
SUTTON, Neb. (KSNB) - The Sutton Community Home held a groundbreaking ceremony for their addition and renovations project on Friday. The nursing home has been operating and assisting residents of the area for 60 years and has not changed since opening back in 1964. Their goal is to raise $6 million for renovations and additions to the home.
California man biking cross country to fulfill dream, honor fallen soldiers makes stop in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. — A California man, who recently retired, is fulfilling a dream that began in 1976 by making a cross-country bike trip. The journey started on June 9 in Seattle and is expected to end in New York in late August. "I retired about six weeks ago, and...
Veterans receive free dental care at UNMC Dental College
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Everyone deserves to smile and to be proud of that smile, but scores of veterans across the country, can’t afford the care they need. Sounds of whirring dental equipment filled the air inside the University of Nebraska Medical Center Dental College on Friday. Veterans in the Veterans Smile Dental Clinic receive free care at the college, regardless of how big or small the procedure is.
Omaha's higher-than-average temperatures with high rainfall creates perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes
OMAHA, Neb. — The Omaha area has seen a rise in so-called mosquito weather, and KETV meteorologist Caitlin Harvey explained why that's the case. The summer season has been warm and damp on average, which might be good for some gardens, but it's also good for mosquitoes. On average,...
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