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Dover supports LB 34 after receiving concessions for county governments
Nebraska lawmakers advanced LB 34 on Tuesday, a scaled-down version of Gov. Jim Pillen’s property-tax reduction legislation. District 19 Senator Rob Dover of Norfolk told News Talk WJAG’s Jeffrey Steffen, the legislation included restricting annual increases in property-tax asking authority by county governments by the consumer-price index, or CPI.
Mosquito numbers in Nebraska jumped this summer. It’s likely going to get worse in the future.
Bob Decker thought he’d get an early start on golf one morning this summer when he headed to Omaha’s Steve Hogan Golf Course. Instead, he ended up providing swarms of mosquitoes their breakfast, lunch and dinner during his round at the nine-hole course. “I was slapping mosquitoes off...
Nebraska treasurer establishes crowdfunding website as savings program for people with disabilities
LINCOLN — A new crowdfunding website led by the Nebraska State Treasurer’s Office is seeking to help Nebraskans with disabilities live a full, involved life in their community. State Treasurer Tom Briese, State Sen. Dave Murman of Glenvil and a dozen other lawmakers Wednesday morning announced GiveToEnable.com. Assistant State Treasurer Stacy Pfeifer, director of the Enable […]
Dove hunting season opens soon
With the annual dove season opener on Sept. 1, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission has some reminders for hunters, as well as recommendations for areas to hunt. Doves are abundant statewide and, with generous bag limits, provide some excellent wing-shooting opportunities. Doves may be hunted statewide Sept. 1 – Oct. 30, 2024, with daily bag and possession limits of 15 and 45, respectively. Bag and possession limits are for mourning, white-winged and Eurasian collared-doves in aggregate. Shooting hours are 30 minutes before sunrise until sunset.
Nebraska lawmakers advance ‘absolute minimum’ property tax package after months of buildup
LINCOLN — Months of buildup for a new property tax relief-driven package was heavily narrowed in the Nebraska Legislature on Tuesday before being advanced with the “absolute minimum” provisions. Lawmakers voted 34-11 to end debate on Legislative Bill 34, accepting a “very skinnied-down,” “simple” version. Over the course of 24 hours, lawmakers pivoted through various tax […]
Our Town Aurora: Academic Success
AURORA, Neb. (KOLN) - There are definite signs of high student achievement you can see in the Aurora Public School district, and that is a source of community pride. Jody Phillips, the Superintendent at Aurora Public Schools said there are many reasons for the academic success he’s seeing. “I...
Crouch is new Livestock Systems Educator for area
Josie Crouch, a recent graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, is the new Livestock Systems Extension Educator for a seven-county region that includes Boone County.A native of Rolla, Missouri, she will be based at the Nance County Extension office in Fullerton.She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in animal sciences from the University of Missouri at Columbia in May 2022. After…
Animals killed, barn destroyed in Pillen Family Farms fire in eastern Nebraska
PLATTE COUNTY, Neb. (KOLN) - Multiple animals were killed, and a barn is considered a total loss after a fire at a hog farm owned by Gov. Jim Pillen. The blaze was first reported by the Norfolk Daily News and confirmed by Platte Center Fire and Rescue Treasurer Eric Korus. Crews were called to the Pro Pig farm south of Humphrey on Sunday around 8:20 p.m.
Peter Pan Skatepark in north Lincoln closing for resurfacing and repair project
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – A skatepark in north Lincoln will be closed over the weekend for a renovation project, the city announced Wednesday. Peter Pan Skatepark, near 32nd and W streets, is shut down until Monday for a resurfacing and repair project. “We are dedicated to ensuring the quality...
LPS says staffing is in ‘good shape’ for the school year
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - It’s the first week of classes for Lincoln Public Schools and the district reported a great start to the year regarding staffing. Associate Superintendent of Human Resources, Vann Price, said although the district is in “good shape” they still need to fill various positions across schools.
Nebraska Weather Alert: Spotty Thunderstorm Chances Today with Warm Weekend Ahead
Hastings, NE – Residents in Hastings should prepare for a potentially stormy afternoon as there are low chances for thunderstorms, some of which could be strong to marginally severe. Today’s high temperatures are expected to range between 85 and 92 degrees, with winds from the northwest at 5-15 MPH. Thunderstorms, if they occur, are most likely between 2 PM and 7 PM, bringing the potential for quarter-sized hail and wind gusts up to 60 MPH. However, coverage will be spotty, meaning most locations are likely to stay dry.
Huskers Adjusting to Expanded Preseason Practice Calendar
Back in the spring, the NCAA Division I Committee passed a blanket waiver granting volleyball teams five extra days of preseason practice this year, bumping the total from 17 days prior to the season-opener to 22 days. For Nebraska, which opens the season at the AVCA First Serve Showcase in...
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