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Cornhusker Marching Band exhibition showcases the sounds of Husker football
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - At a Friday night concert for the ultimate Husker fans, the Nebraska Cornhusker Marching Band made its season debut in Memorial Stadium. Viewers got to see highlights of what the band has been working on during their pre-season band camp, which they’ll be playing at this year’s football games.
Women’s Volleyball opens 2024 with pair of sweeps at Hastings Classic
HASTINGS, Neb. – It was a good start to the 2024 season for the No. 24 ranked Kansas Wesleyan Women's Volleyball team. The Coyotes rolled to a pair of sweeps over Central Christian (25-14, 25-7, 25-12) and William Woods (25-19, 25-19, 26-24) on Friday afternoon at Lynn Farrell Arena.
Nebraska Track and Field Announces 2024-25 Newcomers
Nebraska track and field announced 31 newcomers to its program for the 2024-25 season on Friday. This talented group represents 12 states and eight countries, including seven transfers and 24 incoming freshmen. The 31-member class is made up of a First-Team All-American, two Gatorade Players of the Year and multiple national and conference champions.
Senator Fischer comments on North Platte’s growth
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Nebraska U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer is making the most of her August work session, touring the vast jurisdiction the 12-year-senator represents. Sen. Fischer was in North Platte this week, marking the 16th community she has visited in just a week. “We got to see a...
S.D. barrel racer three-peats at Oregon Trail Rodeo
HASTINGS, Neb. — South Dakota barrel racer Jessica Routier loves Hastings, Neb. For the third time in five years, the Buffalo, S.D., woman won the barrel racing at the Oregon Trail Rodeo, this time with a 17.25 second run. She won the 2020 and 2021 titles as well. “It...
Andrew County crash claims the lives of two women on Highway 71
Two women were pronounced dead at the scene following a single-vehicle accident on Highway 71, 22 miles south of Maryville, Missouri, on the morning of August 24, 2024. The accident occurred at approximately 10:15 a.m., according to a report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The incident involved a 2006...
WNCC volleyball splits matches on Saturday
COUINCIL BLUFFS, Iowa – After winning both matches on Friday, the Western Nebraska Community College volleyball team split a pair of contests on Saturday to finish the Reiver Invite in Council Bluffs, Iowa, with a 3-1 record. The Cougars opened Saturday fall in three straight to Hutchinson Community College...
🏐 Blue Dragons finish Iowa trip with split
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa – Roughly one hour after suffering a tough sweep against No. 3 Northeastern Junior College, the Hutchinson Community College volleyball team responded to sweep a traditional NJCAA Volleyball power in the final match of the Reiver Classic on Saturday. The Blue Dragons hit better than .300...
Iowa Police On The Hunt For 10 Vicious & Unpredictable Fugitives
Iowa crime never takes a vacation. You can never be too cautious when you're out and about. Personal safety should truly be a priority. It almost seems a little silly at times. On the other hand, it's usually best to be alert and to just always let someone know where you are going.
Geography with Goudge: AP Top 25 Preseason Poll, 2024
(KMAland) -- Dr. Ted Goudge, a Shenandoah native and retired Associate Professor of Geography at Northwest Missouri State University, has released his latest geography map. Major college football (FBS) is underway, with the first game taking place yesterday. This week’s proportional symbol map displays the AP preseason top-ranked team (Georgia) with the largest football and #25 Iowa with the smallest football. The pattern displays over half (13) of the teams are from the South. The SEC (Southeastern Conference) boasts three teams among the top five and nine teams in the Top 20, followed by the Big Ten with three teams in the Top 10.
Archery lessons underway at Nebraska State Fair
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - There are many things to explore at the Nebraska State Fair and one of them is the outdoor-education exhibit, operated by Nebraska Games and Parks Commission. Instructors are there to teach kids and adults the proper way to shoot a bow and arrow. The exhibit...
Nebraska Humane Society reports case of canine distemper disease
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A dog within the Nebraska Humane Society has tested positive for canine distemper. The disease is described as a highly contagious and potentially lethal infection that causes illness in dogs by attacking several body systems, making it tough to treat. It can spread easily through airborne exposure.
BD Celebrates 75 years of U.S. Manufacturing in Nebraska
BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) yesterday celebrated the 75th anniversary of its manufacturing operations in Columbus, Nebraska. The milestone was celebrated in a ceremony recognizing the achievements of the site and its 2,100 employees. Alongside BD business leaders were Nebraska state and federal officials, including Gov. Jim Pillen, Sen. Pete Ricketts, U.S. Rep. Mike Flood, Mayor Jim Bulkley, the Columbus Chamber of Commerce and others.
State fair attracts global visitors
Grand Island, Neb. — The state fair kicked off on Friday, drawing crowds not only from across the state, but from 6 different continents. “I came from Nara in Japan,” said Kyota Yoshikawa. “I'm visiting from Queensland in Australia,” said Sally Higgins. The group of ten had...
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