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Dr. Endorf Brings Experience to Cozad Schools
Dr. Dan Endorf, the new Cozad Community Schools superintendent, was the guest speaker at the monthly Community Chat hosted by Wilson Public Library on July 16. He brings 25 years of administrative experience to Cozad. Dr. Endorf, from a town near Tobias, shared that he began his education by attending...
Martin Sneider on Omaha Retail Roots and New Book 'Amy Unbound'
Martin Sneider, former co-CEO of Edison Brothers Stores, is author of the new book “Amy Unbound,” the second installment in his Feldman Family Saga. The series follows a powerful family in the fashion industry, and the rise and fall of their business empire. Some of the story based on Sneider’s own experience as a fourth generation fashion retailer. “Amy Unbound” is out now and available wherever you get books.
Downtown Kearney kicks off annual Summer Sidewalk Sales this Thursday
KEARNEY, Neb. — You have a chance to support local businesses and save simultaneously during the annual Summer Sidewalk Sales coming to Downtown Kearney on Thursday. Downtown Kearney announced that their annual Summer Sidewalk Sales will begin on Thursday, July 25th and run through Saturday, July 27th. They said...
Plattsmouth asks citizens to reduce water usage amid treatment plant repairs
PLATTSMOUTH, Neb. (WOWT) - The City of Plattsmouth released a statement Tuesday urging citizens to reduce their water usage. The statement says that the city is using its back-up water supply, Cass County Rural Water. This is in the wake of emergency repairs of Plattsmouth’s water treatment plant. The...
Oakland Homeless Encampment Clearance Extended as Residents Scramble for Solutions
As Oakland workers began clearing out a homeless encampment at the Bay Bridge Toll Plaza Tuesday, residents faced the stark reality of finding a new place to stay. This action marks the first significant eviction since a U.S. Supreme Court decision last month, which relaxed clearance rules for such camps. The move-out, initiated with a three-day notice period, comes with the offer of shelter from the city, but many residents are unsure of their next steps. "I guess this could be worse, but when you gotta go, you gotta go," Michael Avery said, as per the San Francisco Chronicle, expressing resolve to vacate quickly.
Big Ten Commissioner ‘comfortable’ with 18 schools, will debut new football technology
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — The Big Ten Conference is bigger than ever, so is Media Days. Now featuring 18 teams over three days, it all started with the commissioner on Tuesday. Tony Petitti praised new members USC, UCLA, Washington and Oregon. “I think the fit of the four, obviously we’re...
Mobile Food Pantry scheduled in Box Butte County
The Community Services Program at Northwest Community Action Partnership (NCAP) and the Senior Center will sponsor a Mobile Food Pantry with the Food Bank of the Heartland on August 21, 2024, at the Senior Center at 212 Yellowstone, Alliance, starting at 4 pm. There is no need to bring boxes – volunteers will load the food in your vehicle.
City of Lincoln proposes $14 million stormwater bond issue
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The City of Lincoln is proposing a nearly $14 million bond issue to improve stormwater drainage. On Tuesday, Lincoln Transportation and Utilities Director Liz Elliott shared some details of the plan with Channel 8. “This is such a benefit to the community,” Elliott said. “We...
Mayor Aims to Clear Up Controversy in Cozad
The City of Cozad has recently found itself at the center of a controversy. The dispute centers on communication practices, meeting notices, and the departure of City Administrator Nikki Schwanz. The city notified the public of the June 6 meeting by posting a notice on their office door, at the...
Billboard Music award-winning rock band postpones Omaha concert due to 'a medical reason'
OMAHA, Neb. — Award-winning 90s American rock bandCollective Soul's Omaha concert has been postponed due to a "medical reason." Related coverage in the video above: Other acts coming to Omaha area. The "Shine" singers were set to take over Steelhouse Omaha's stage on July 24. The music venue's website...
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