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UNL launches $1.3 million project to combat youth homelessness in Nebraska
Lincoln, Neb. — The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is creating a project to help youth who are experiencing or facing homelessness. The project will bring organizations together, create systems to help youth in need, and improve access to support services. It was funded for $1.3 million Youth Homelessness System improvement...
Gov. Pillen clarifies property tax relief plan as special session nears
LINCOLN — Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen and his staff clarified key concepts of his property tax relief plan Monday ahead of this week’s special session. Pillen outlined seven values in a “statement of principles” that he wants lawmakers to consider regarding sales taxes. That comes as lawmakers will approach a list of likely more than 100 […] The post Gov. Pillen clarifies property tax relief plan as special session nears appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Work will begin on I-80, Sidney–Sunol and Sidney Westbound Rest Area
(Gering, Neb.) — Weather permitting, work will begin August 5 on eastbound and westbound I-80 and the westbound rest area at Sidney, from reference post 60.68 to reference post 68.67 according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Paulsen, Inc. of Cozad is the contractor for this project. Work includes...
Sidney Transportation expanding to Saturday service
SIDNEY -- Sidney Transportation recently announced it is expanding ... in hours and days. Starting July 27 2024, Sidney Transportation will be running on Saturdays. Public transportation will be available 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call before Friday at 4:30 p.m. to schedule a ride. Sidney Transportation will not be...
NDOT to study dangerous Highway 81 intersections after series of fatal crashes
York, Neb. — After a number of serious and deadly crashes, the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) will conduct studies at the intersections along the Highway 81 bypass around York. The York County Sheriff's Office said there have been several fatal crashes in the past couple of months. They...
Breakfast Runza sandwiches make a limited-time return to Hastings
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - Breakfast Runza sandwiches are making a brief comeback to their hometown for one day only. On Wednesday, a limited number of Breakfast Runza® sandwiches, also known as Egg Bunzas, will be available at the West 2nd Street location in Hastings. This special treat, which originated in Hastings, Nebraska, was a popular menu item at a few Runza Restaurant locations throughout the 1980s.
High School Golfers Take Advantage of Summer Tournaments
KEARNEY, Neb. — From the Nebraska Junior Golf Tour to tournaments like the Nebraska Lions Tournament, there have plenty of golf tournaments this summer. Many of them, featuring players that showed out in the fall and in the spring, in their respective high school seasons. For many players, they...
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo announces millionth visitor of 2024
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A six-year-old girl from Elkhorn is the Henry Doorly Zoo’s millionth visitor for this year. Jane Davis arrived shortly after 9:30 a.m. with her younger brother and grandparents, who are members of the zoo. Tom and Shayla Hansen, grandparents, have been bringing their friends and...
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