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Dennis Schaardt Inducted Into Cured Meats Hall of Fame
During its annual convention in Omaha, the American Association of Meat Processors elected the newest member into the Cured Meats Hall of Fame. The 2024 inductee is Dennis Schaardt, president/CEO/COO of Den’s Country Meats in Table Rock, Neb. At just 19 years old, Schaardt bought the meat locker from...
Nebraska Volleyball coach hurt in Paris crash following Olympics
PARIS, IDF — Nebraska assistant volleyball coach Jordan Larson was in a car crash in Paris, France, following the 2024 Paris Olympics. In an Instagram story, the four-time Olympian said her Uber driver hit a pole. The crash left a scar on her face. Watch: Nebraska volleyball discusses upcoming...
Minnesota governor and vice presidential candidate Tim Walz to hold Omaha rally Saturday
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris' vice presidential pick, will hold a campaign rally in his home state of Nebraska on Saturday, just across the Iowa border in Omaha. The rally was announced via text to Democratic supporters Wednesday afternoon. "We are excited to invite you to a rally with...
Clark's Custom Meat Co. wins national award at ACMC event in Nebraska
(ELIZABETHTOWN, Pa.) Clark's Custom Meat Co., a St. Joseph, Mo. cured meats manufacturer and seller, recently participated in the American Cured Meat Championships (ACMC) in Nebraska and won an award. According to a media release from the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP) who also conducted the event in partnership...
Elba Man Killed In Accident Near Palmer
PALMER- At 7:19 a.m. Sunday, Merrick County Sheriff Deputies were called to Highway 92 near 4th Road in rural Merrick County near Palmer regarding a two-vehicle injury accident. A preliminary investigation revealed that a car was traveling westbound on Highway 92, crossed the center of the roadway into the eastbound...
LIVE AT 10 AM: City of Lincoln announces new heart attack and stroke care award
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird and Lincoln Fire and Rescue Battalion Chief Jamie Pospisil will announce a new heart attack and stroke care award at a news conference at 10 a.m. Thursday, August 15, Room 303, third floor of the County-City Building, 555 S. 10th St. You...
Several Downtown Lincoln Streets to Close Over Weekend
Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) announced today that portions of three downtown streets will temporarily close beginning August 15 to accommodate the arrival of University of Nebraska-Lincoln students. The closures are as follows:. “Q” Street between Ninth and 10th streets will be closed from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday,...
Two teens sentenced in slaying of Lincoln man at Fonner Park
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Two 18-year-olds were sentenced Wednesday for their role in a Lincoln man’s death at Fonner Park. Austin Kelly got 18 to 38 years in prison for conspiracy to commit robbery. He could be eligible for parole in nine years. Lane Harris will spend 90...
High school football preview: Lincoln Northeast hopes to take off with the passing game
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – After an 0-9 season in 2o23, Lincoln Northeast is ready to turn things around this year. “It hurt so bad seeing all of our seniors walk away without a single win last year,” junior middle linebacker Dequan Dixon said. Third-year head coach Javonta Boyd...
Peter Pan Skate Park closed for resurfacing and repairs
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department is working on repairing and resurfacing the Peter Pan Skate Park at 32nd and W streets. The park will be closed from now until Monday, Aug 19. “We are dedicated to ensuring the quality of this skatepark and the safety...
Grand Island approves kitchen pilot
Grand Island, Neb. — The Grand Island City Council has voted 7-0 and has approved funding for a project that will work with local entrepreneurs and commercial kitchens. The pilot will allocate $20,000 in funding to Grand Island residents who are 200% below the federal poverty limit looking to expand their food business.
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