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UNK Football Wins At Chadron State To Open Up The Season
Keanrey, Neb. – The Nebraska-Kearney defense came up with three second half interceptions, grad transfer quarterback Reagan Jones tossed two first half touchdowns and junior back Isaiah Harris ran for 121 yards to help the Lopers beat longtime rival Chadron State, 18-6, Thursday night in the panhandle. This was...
Community of Chapman divided over redevelopment plan for old school
CHAPMAN, Neb. — Chapman is coping with the loss of its school but a redevelopment plan to turn it into a treatment center brings mixed feedback — and another vote after legal issues were found. The village board voted earlier this month to sell the property to Phillip...
Rhule discusses Alvano's status, special teams expectations for Saturday
Lincoln, NEB — The Huskers open their season on Saturday, but today, Head Coach Matt Rhule took to the podium to update fans on who they can expect to be kicking the ball through the uprights versus UTEP. After sustaining a groin injury in Fall Camp, Tristian Alvano’s status for the Huskers opener has remained fluid. Rhule revealed that Alvano should be available to kick short-field goals but that the team may opt to use Western Iowa transfer John Hohl for long-range situations.
Harlan County attempted murder case heads to trial court
ORLEANS, Neb. (KSNB) - An Orleans man is headed to trial court for attempted murder at an RV park. Court records show 47-year-old Christopher Haunton is charged with felony attempted first-degree murder, use of a firearm to commit a felony, and misdemeanor criminal mischief. He waived a probable cause hearing and his case is now pending in Harlan County District Court.
Measures to legalize medical marijuana in Nebraska can appear on November ballot, official says
A group seeking to legalize marijuana for medical use in Nebraska has gathered enough signatures to get the issue before voters in November, the state’s top election official said Friday.
Governor bans Nebraska agencies from buying ‘Lab-Grown Meat’
The governor of Nebraska went forward Thursday with an executive order barring agencies of the Cornhusker State from buying lab-grown meat. “To the fullest extent permitted by law, State agencies shall not procure Lab-Grown Meat,” according to the Nebraska order, now signed by the governor. Gov. Jim Pillen (R) said, according to a Friday press…
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.”
CPI and Purina talks animal nutrition at the fair
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — Nutrition is an important part of raising livestock. CPI Director of Animal Nutrition Tim Uden and PurinaLivestock Production Specialist Nicole Woita talked with NTV's Steve White at the Nebraska State Fair Friday,. NTV's Nebraska State Fair coverage is sponsored by CPI.
Splendid Saturday with some warmer temperatures
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Thanks to a cold front Thursday evening, all of Nebraska saw cooler temperatures Friday. 80s look to be in play for the weekend and into the work week in eastern Nebraska. Western Nebraska could see hotter temperatures again this weekend. Dry conditions are expected for a while with the most notable chance of showers Thursday/Friday.
Nebraska Humane Society reports retest for canine distemper comes back negative
OMAHA, Neb. — The Nebraska Humane Society says a retest for canine distemper in a dog came back negative. "The positive result was due to the recent vaccine the dog received for distemper," the shelter said in a Facebook post. This content is imported from Facebook. You may be...
Governor appoints ex-school board member recalled over book ban push to Nebraska’s library board
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Republican Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has appointed a new member to the Nebraska Library Commission — a former local school board member removed from office after trying to ban more than 50 books. Terri Cunningham-Swanson will serve on the board responsible for promoting, developing...
Fair Food Finds: "Dangerous" wood fire pizza
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — The sales director for the Nebraska State Fair calls Talagios Pizzeria "dangerous." Keaton Irwin said you'll likely not be able to keep your portions to one slice after tasting the options. Scott Dover said the carnivore is his best selling pizza at the Nebraska State...
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