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WATCH: Nebraska’s two oldest wind turbines removed with controlled explosions
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The demolition of Nebraska’s two oldest wind turbines took place Tuesday in north Lincoln. The Lincoln Electric System said the first turbine collapsed due to a controlled explosion at its base around 10 a.m. About 15 minutes later, another controlled explosion brought down the...
Midwest Floods: Missouri River Stages Show Signs of Stability Despite Heavy Rainfall
Omaha, NE – Recent heavy rainfall has led to secondary peaks in the Missouri River downstream of the Platte River, particularly affecting areas from Omaha southwards. The river gauges in these regions have responded to the significant rain that fell across east-central Nebraska on Monday night. According to the...
Nebraska’s 2024 border deployments cost $1.27 million
LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska Examiner) - This year’s two border deployments ordered by Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen cost a combined $1.27 million. The state says it paid $1.2 million of that total using interest accrued from the second wave of $48 million in federal pandemic relief funds that Congress set aside for rental assistance.
People pulling names off Nebraska petitions in final drive for signatures
LINCOLN — Voters facing the final day of a busy election year for ballot initiatives in Nebraska are not taking the pressure tactics of some petition circulators quietly. Nebraskans by Tuesday had filed at least 14 formal complaints against circulators with state election officials, driven largely by competing abortion-related initiatives. One petition effort, Protect Our […] The post People pulling names off Nebraska petitions in final drive for signatures appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Nebraska organizations react to shooting in Crete
Crete, Neb. — After a shooting in Crete, Nebraska leaving four children and three adults wounded, organizations are speaking up about the situation. One organization, the Nebraska chapter of Moms Demand Action, said authorities are investigating if this was racially motivated. They said reports said the victims are Guatemalan...
Kramer Fireworks celebrates 10 year anniversary
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - With the Fourth of July holiday on Thursday, many are stocking up on fireworks to celebrate, and firework sales have increased across North Platte. Kramer Fireworks has been selling fireworks for ten years and has become one of the largest fireworks stores in the area. To celebrate, the store is doing a bingo card to not only shop at their store but also other fireworks stores across North Platte and to partake in social media challenges. The winner will receive a special fireworks bundle from Kramer Fireworks. The store itself has come a long way from where it started back in 2014, according to owner Mitzi Kramer.
Blair under boil advisory after E. coli found in city's water
BLAIR, Neb. — The city of Blair is under a boil advisory after the water tested positive for E. coli. All citizens, municipalities and subdivisions that use the city's water are under the advisory. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth, washing dishes, rinsing food, etc., must be boiled before...
Sutherland Rodeo Junior Queen contestants compete for 2024 title
The four contestants in this year’s entry-level competition were Madilyn Worm, 9, of Taylor, NE, Chloee Faz, 12, of Minden, NE, Austin Hurt, 13, of Sindey, NE, and Cloe Wareham, 15, of Hershey, NE.
What a catch! 12-year-old fisherman catches record 27-pound fish in Zorkinsky Lake
OMAHA, Neb. — It's a story of the one that didn't get away!. On Tuesday, a local fisherman caught a 27-pound fish. He's 12-year-old Alex Drouin. The fishing community at Zorinsky Lake said Alex caught a record muskie. His mom said Alex rides his bike to Zorinsky every day...
Fourth of July: Things to do around the Omaha area
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Here is a list of some of the major Independence Day celebrations around Omaha. Werner Park Fireworks: After the Omaha Storm Chasers take on the Iowa Cubs, stick around for a fireworks spectacular on July 3rd!. Omaha Symphony Performance: The Omaha Symphony is holding a FREE...
Man carjacked good Samaritan at southeast Nebraska gas station, authorities say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — No good deed goes unpunished. A good Samaritan was carjacked in southeast Nebraska this week in a multistate crime spree, authorities say. Shortly before 7 a.m. Monday, someone saw a vehicle broken down on Highway 136 east of Tecumseh and gave the driver a ride, according to the Johnson County Attorney’s Office.
Kimball PD welcoming second K9
KIMBALL -- The City Council unanimously approved the purchase of a second K9 for the Kimball Police Department. Trudy is a one-year-old Belgian Malinois who is being trained as a dual-purpose K9 who can detect narcotics and apprehend a suspect. Trudy is currently training with Kimball's other K9 dog, Lucy.
Missouri River now below flood level in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Missouri River at Omaha has officially reached below flood level, now sitting at 26.85 feet. The river reached its peak in Omaha Saturday morning with a crest of 32.79 feet — a moderate flooding stage. The river is expected to continue to lower through the next few days.
Portion of 2 downtown Lincoln streets close for ‘ZooFest’ music festival
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A portion of two streets in downtown Lincoln will be closed until Sunday for the 'ZooFest' music festival. From Thursday through Saturday, The Zoo Bar will celebrate 51 years of soul, love and music with several performances. The street closures are as follows:. North 14th Street...
South Dakota’s top prospect commits to Nebraska
The top prospect in the state of South Dakota has committed to the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Shawn Hammerbeck is a 6-foot-6, 260-pound offensive lineman for Winner High School in Winner, SD. Hammerbeck selected the Husker over Kansas State, Minnesota, and Texas Tech. Reports have Nebraska looking at the offensive lineman as a tackle, although he has been identified as a possible defensive lineman. Nebraska first offered the recruit in the spring and hosted him on an official visit in April. He would then return in June on an official visit before committing to the Cornhuskers on July 3rd. Committed‼️ #GBR @HuskerFootball @HuskerFBRecruit@HuskersTalk @CoachMattRhule @DonovanRaiola @s_kwilli32 @CoulterRecruits @PrepRedzoneDAK pic.twitter.com/TnRXDnL1j6 — Shawn Hammerbeck (@HammerbeckShawn) July 3, 2024 Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
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