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Kids share insights on agriculture at the Raising Nebraska indoor exhibits
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KOLN) - Nebraska’s Largest Classroom is an educational event at the Nebraska State Fair where students can learn all about the state. Last year, over 3,000 students, teachers and sponsors participated. Raising Nebraska teaches families about agriculture with interactive exhibits. Some of the students shared what...
Iowa Utilities Commission issues pipeline permit for Summit Carbon Solutions
The Iowa Utilities Commission has issued a construction permit for Summit Carbon Solutions’ proposed hazardous liquid pipeline across Iowa. The commission’s decision on Wednesday was not unexpected, given a June 25 order in which the panel issued a final decision approving the project while requiring Summit Carbon to submit numerous filings demonstrating compliance with regulatory […]
Sizzling success: Nebraska corn makes Beef Pit a cut above
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — Where's the corn? It's in the beef as the Nebraska Cattlemen Beef Pit showcases corn fed beef that makes Nebraska an agricultural powerhouse. The Beef Pit is a Nebraska State Fair tradition as people line up for Nebraska beef. If people have one meal to...
Great Plains Health Physician Dr. Renee Engler Elected to Nebraska Medical Association Board of Directors
NORTH PLATTE, NE - Great Plains Health is proud to announce that Dr. Renee Engler, a respected member of our medical staff, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Nebraska Medical Association (NMA). The Board of Directors for the NMA consists of dedicated physician leaders committed to shaping the future of medicine and embodying the values that define the association. Dr. Engler's appointment recognizes her commitment to excellence in patient care and her leadership in the medical community.
First state in history to have competing abortion ballot measures on the same ballot
Welcome to the Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024 Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day:. Nebraskans to vote on competing abortion ballot initiatives in November. Lowest percentage of contested state legislative primaries since 2014. Wesley Harris (D) and Brad Briner (R) running for North...
Union workers cry foul over layoffs at immigration service centers
Unionized workers with the federal agency responsible for processing immigration and asylum paperwork claim they are being forced to turn their jobs over to non-union labor, in violation of federal law. United Electrical, Radio, & Machine Workers of America members say the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Nebraska Service Center...
Mascot greets Nebraska State Fairgoers with comedy schtick on a stick
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KOLN) - When visitors walk through the gates of the Nebraska State Fair, they may hear a familiar voice speaking above the crowd. There’s a good chance it belongs to Bobbie the Barker. She’s the official Nebraska State Fair mascot, on a stick, which holds her...
Fair Food Finds: Cheese on a stick
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — The Nebraska State Fair tried to get you to the grounds for lunch Wednesday. NSF Sales Director Keaton Irwin said by noon the front gate was asking for more meal vouchers. The Lunch Bunch Special gave you a food voucher for the same amount you...
Fair vendors anticipate boost with cool down and new promotions but heat hampers business
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — The heat wave leaves some vendors feeling fried but a cool down in the forecast could beef up crowds at the Nebraska State Fair. Leon's turns up the temp with tasty tacos. Enrique Leon holds the title for best new fair food but he’s feeling the heat during this summer slam.
After 50 years, Lodge Restaurant moves from original spot to former Skeeter Barnes
KEARNEY, Neb. — The Lodge Restaurant will still relocate, but not to the University Village. After remaining in the same location for over 50 years, the lodge was being forced to move. Initially, they planned to move to the University Village, but that has since changed. According to the...
Lincoln has paid millions – far more than Omaha – to settle employee lawsuits. More are looming.
After reaching a settlement with the Lincoln Police Department over allegations of retaliation for reporting sexual assault, former officer Sarah Williams addressed the Lincoln City Council at a public meeting in December 2021. She said she was there for two reasons: to reclaim her voice and to inform the council...
Rooms fill up in Lincoln, one of Airbnb renters’ top college football destinations
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The football season is here, and data show that people are looking to visit the capital city. “The Colorado game is already booked,” Todd Knobel, owner of Martha’s Bed and Breakfast, said Wednesday. He’s getting ready for the busy season. “Some of...
2024 game-by-game predictions for Nebraska
UTEP at home — Nebraska win. Like most people I like the Huskers to take advantage of their first non-conference game as an opener since 2019 and start 1-0 for the first time since that year. The first game will provide plenty of spicy Dylan Raiola takes regardless how...
5-Star Performer: O’Neill paces Hastings College volleyball as freshman
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - Mikah O’Neill closed out her high school volleyball career on a high note at Sumner-Eddyville-Miller, winning the Class D1 state championship last season as a high school senior. Now, she’s playing at Hastings College and making a huge impact in her freshman year. “I...
SEASON PREVIEW: Cassie Eickhoff era set to begin for Beatrice Volleyball
BEATRICE, NEB. - A new era for Beatrice Volleyball is set to begin this Thursday night. The Cassie Eickhoff era will officially get underway when Beatrice hosts Crete to open the season. Eickhoff, a Beatrice alum herself, says it was important to her to help improve the volleyball program from her own town.
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