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From bit to saddle: Horse-training lessons at HHD
Editor’s note: Husker Harvest Days is Sept. 10-12 in Grand Island, Neb. Visit HuskerHarvestDays.com. From the novice to the most experienced equestrian, the horse-training demonstrations at Husker Harvest Days offer something for everyone. Ron Knodel returns for another year of horsemanship expertise. This year, he will feature more advanced...
UNMC neurologists help advance science on AI diagnosis of dementia
Two UNMC neurological sciences faculty joined a national team of other leading neurologists and dementia researchers in publishing new research to advance the use of artificial intelligence to diagnose challenging dementia cases. Daniel Murman, MD, and Olga Taraschenko, MD, PhD, of the UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences, were co-authors of...
UNMC for the record, Aug. 30, 2024
UNMC has been recognized among the Top 100 United Way of the Midlands campaign partners for its participation in the 2023 campaign that raised more than $30 million. The Top 100 partners were featured in a full-page ad in the Aug. 4 Omaha World-Herald. Nebraska Medicine also was among the honorees.
Eagles Fall In Season Opener
The Chadron State Eagles fell to Nebraska-Kearney in their 2024 season opener, losing 18-6. The Lopers scored two touchdowns in the first half, with an opening drive touchdown and a 50-yard touchdown pass. Chadron State managed to kick two field goals but struggled offensively, particularly in the second half, where they were unable to score. The result marks a loss in the inaugural clash for the Good Life Trophy, a new annual rivalry.
Experience the miracle of life at the birthing pavilion
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KOLN) - A popular attraction at the Nebraska State Fair is the birthing pavilion, and it’s a place where kids and adults alike get a chance to see how farm animals come into the world. Dr. Karla Huneke said they have a team of veterinarians, with...
Nebraska State Patrol readies up for busy Labor Day weekend
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Nebraska State Patrol troopers are readying up for busy roadways as the summer travel season comes to a close with Labor Day Weekend. “This weekend will be busy on Nebraska roads with the start of Husker football, the final weekend of the State Fair, and Labor Day weekend,” said Col. John Bolduc, NSP superintendent. “As we close out the summer travel season, let’s work together to make this a safe weekend on the roads so that everyone reaches their destinations safely.”
Thursday HS volleyball highlights & scores (08.29.24)
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - The high school volleyball season began on Thursday across the state of Nebraska. The following is included in our coverage. “At the end of the day, it’s the first game out and they’re a quality opponent, they’re well-coached, they have a lot of really good players and so we know a lot about them, so we knew what they were willing to bring,” Adams Central volleyball coach Libby Lollman said. “I liked after that first set how our girls responded. We’re young and we have a lot of new pieces, so I know there are going to be some ups and downs, but I was excited when we settled in, how they finished the game”
Nebraska’s five-member congressional delegation briefs business leaders
ASHLAND, Nebraska — The five members of Nebraska’s congressional delegation briefed more than 300 of the state’s business leaders Thursday and included a warning about some economic clouds brewing over agriculture. U.S. Rep. Mike Flood of Norfolk, R-Neb., speaking at an annual event held at the Strategic Air Command & Space Museum, warned the state […]
New autism center opens in underserved Nebraska area
KEARNEY, Neb. — A new resource for kids with autism has opened up in a traditionally underserved part of Nebraska. Lighthouse Autism Center opened its first location in Kearney and third location in Nebraska. The center uses applied behavior analysis, a therapy method that focuses on teaching kids what is considered positive social skills and behaviors.
Deion Sanders issues a challenge Nebraska football is happy to accept
To the surprise of no one outside of Boulder, Deion Sanders couldn’t help but make the game about himself just minutes after his team barely overcame an FCS opponent in Colorado’s Thursday night’s season opener. In the process of venting about what he sees as people coming after him for no reason other than who he is, he issued a challenge to the sports world that Nebraska football would be happy to accept.
Husker researchers use machine learning to identify yield opportunities
LINCOLN, Neb. — University of Nebraska-Lincoln scientists have harnessed the power of machine learning and large-scale data analysis to enhance the Global Yield Gap Atlas, creating benefits for agricultural producers worldwide. “This is very exciting. We are now able to estimate the yield potential for every single piece of...
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