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Commodity prices hex Rural Mainstreet Index
(Omaha) -- One of KMAland's leading indicators still shows the region's economy stuck in the mud. Creighton University's Rural Mainstreet Index report sank below growth neutral for the 11th straight month. The survey of bank CEOs in a 10-state region--including Iowa, Nebraska and Missouri--show July's overall reading at 41.3--down from 41.7 in June, and lowest reading since November, 2023. Speaking on KMA's "Morning Line" program Monday morning, Creighton University Economist Dr. Ernie Goss says weak agricultural commodity prices are the main culprit behind the continued economic doldrums.
Catch these Game and Parks Education Events in August
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission educators have scheduled interesting and engaging events for the curious in August. Don’t forget to purchase a vehicle park entry permit to enter the state parks, except one is not required to park in the Schramm Education Center parking lot. Get one at OutdoorNebraska.gov or at state park entrances.
Senator Brewer’s Weekly Update
During the recent Nebraska Game and Park Commission’s meeting in Ogallala, they announced a new species hunting season will begin in 2025. There will be two seasons for Mountain Lions. The first season will begin in January and end in February. If a female has not been harvested, a second season from 15-31 March will be held.
Omaha property tax townhall: Sounding off, but little harmony
Most Nebraskans who attended a townhall meeting in Omaha Sunday agreed property taxes are a big problem. But, similar to state senators, they were far from united on what should be done in special legislative session expected to begin Thursday. Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh, accompanied by half a dozen other senators...
Sunday Spotlight: Empowerment Network and My Brother's Keeper team up
OMAHA, Neb. — WATCH: KETV Sunday Spotlight, Empowerment Network and My Brother's Keeper Alliance work together to support and uplift Omaha's youth. Curtis Morgan with My Brother's Keeper and Jonathan Chapman with The Empowerment Network joined KETV on Sunday morning to talk about the new team collaboration between the two groups.
Week of July 22nd Local Bandwidth Bands Live
Check out these Local Bandwidth bands live this week. Gravestone at Bourbon Theatre opening for Texas Hippie Coalition. Till Hell at Bourbon Theatre opening for Texas Hippie Coalition. Red Cities at Zoo Bar. Trillion Ton Beryllium Ships at Zoo Bar. Public Figure in Council Bluffs. Alyeska in Council Bluffs. Twisted...
Register for non-credit, professional development options
The University of Nebraska System has partnered with Google to make nine career certificates accessible to Nebraskans statewide. NU is delivering Google’s industry-validated content, with live support and in coordination with local partners, via NU Advance, the NU System’s home for industry-aligned non-credit offerings. The Google programs –...
Annual PETFEST announces 2024 lineup, including over 20 artists on two stages
OMAHA, Neb. — Over 20 musicians, bands and performers will take over two stages at the 2024 PETFEST music festival and fundraiser. Related coverage in the video above: KETV Chronicle: Omaha's music scene. The festival will take place at the Petshop Gallery just off 62nd and Maple streets on...
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