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Huskers fall in season opener to Cowgirls 2-0
LINCOLN - Despite holding the 22-13 advantage in shots, the Nebraska soccer team dropped the season opener against Oklahoma State 2-0 at Hibner Stadium Thursday evening. In a matchup between two former Big 12 foes, the teams saw a scoreless first 45 minutes, but Nebraska led in shots (9-6) and corners (8-1). The Huskers had action from 18 athletes led by Sarah Weber with two shots and a full 45 minutes of play.
Is Nebraska Football WR Jaylen Lloyd Ready to Break Out in 2024?
The wide receiver proved he could be a deep threat for the Cornhuskers as a true freshman in 2023. In 2024, could Lloyd become one of the breakout players in college football? ESPN thinks so.
Catch DJ Pauly D live at The Royal Grove in September, limited to 100 tickets
LINCOLN, Neb. -- DJ Pauly D is set to perform at The Royal Grove in Lincoln on Friday, Sept. 13. With just 100 tickets priced at $25 each going on sale starting Aug. 15, at 10 a.m., fans should act quickly to secure their spot for this exclusive event.
Omaha economist’s survey of bank executives shows ‘rural mainstreet’ economy still stumbling
OMAHA — For the 12th consecutive month, a Creighton University-led survey of regional bankers reported a below growth neutral reading for the economy on “rural mainstreet.” Creighton University since 2006 has released its monthly Rural Mainstreet Index, which is based on a survey of bank chief executives in 10 states including Nebraska, targeting about 200 […]
National Immunization Awareness Month with Two Rivers Public Health Department
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, right in time for back to school to start. Liz Weins with Two Rivers Public Health Department tells us more. "National Immunization Awareness Month is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages and how they can prevent serious, sometimes deadly, diseases and illnesses", Wiens explained.
Peter Pan Skatepark Closed for Resurfacing & Repair Project
The Parks and Recreation Department today announced that the skatepark at Peter Pan Park (32nd and “W” streets) will be closed until Monday, August 19 for a resurfacing and repair project. Skaters are asked to avoid the area during the project. The skatepark at Tierra Briarhurst Park (2800...
Digital Hall Passes at Lincoln, Neb., Schools 'Incredibly Positive'
(TNS) — It has been one year since LPS implemented changes regarding digital hall passes. Students at all 12 Lincoln Public Schools middle schools will now utilize the district’s digital hall pass system, which has been “incredibly positive,” district officials said. With the system, students are...
5 Nebraska football players with rising stock this fall
Nebraska football has been taking part in fall camp for a few weeks now and we are starting to get a picture of what the 2024 team is going to look like. To be sure, a lot will change between now and November. But the roster is taking shape, along with the two-deep. Some players are turning heads and earning more opportunities. Even some freshman have worked their way into the conversation for playing time on a roster filled with veterans.
HUSKER HELP: Hastings rodeo features several Nebraskans among its rodeo personnel
Hastings, Neb. (August 12, 2024) – A nearly all-Husker crew will work this year’s Oregon Trail Rodeo in Hastings. From the announcer to the pickup men, bullfighters, and music director, all of them hail from Nebraska. Announcer Travis Schauda, Broken Bow, calls the action for the rodeo. This...
Freshman Nebraska football defensive back is catching eyes in camp
Now that the Nebraska football fall camp is in full swing, several players are catching many eyes. Dylan Raiola is, of course, one of them, but there's also a young player on the defensive side of the ball who keeps getting shoutouts from his teammates and his coaches. Freshman cornerback...
New casino in Omaha temporarily closes after construction damages cooling system
OMAHA, Neb. — WarHorse Casino was forced to temporarily close its doors after construction damaged the cooling system. Construction is going on for the casino's second phase. “No one was injured, and there was never any danger to our guests or employees,” said Lance Morgan, President and CEO of...
Husker takeouts from Rhule, coordinators and players during BTN's training camp show
Here are some of the standout quotes from coaches and players during the Big Ten Network broadcast. Gabe Ervin Jr. sounded ready for the Aug. 31 pregame speech and the accompanying pad popping even 2 1/2 weeks out. As he was asked about the mentality of this Husker team heading...
Gaming Tax Receipts Decline For the 2nd Month
July Gaming Tax Receipts in Nebraska were down 2.3% from June and 5.6% from May. Receipts totaled $1,831,903. Lincoln WarHorse casino submitted just over $864,600 in July, down 1.3% from June. Lincoln and Lancaster County each received just over $108,000 last month. Details for each month and facility in 2024...
Nebraska Legislature sidesteps filibuster on cuts to HHS, Legislative Council
LINCOLN — A day after state lawmakers pared down Gov. Jim Pillen’s latest property tax relief proposal, a small group of senators tried to punish him for stepping into budget discussions. State Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh of Omaha and State Sen. Danielle Conrad of Lincoln hammered a special session budget bill for including more than $28 […]
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