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NEWS: Gdowski Named Associate Athletic Director
FREMONT, Neb. – Midland University is excited to announce the hiring of Gerry Gdowski as the new Associate Athletic Director. Originally from Fremont, Nebraska, he returns to the area with a wealth of experience in athletics. “We are thrilled to bring Gerry on board and welcome him and his...
Arrest made in rural Cheyenne County burglaries
SIDNEY -- On Wednesday afternoon, August 14, the Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by Kimball County Sheriff Dave Hottell regarding information about recent burglaries in the rural Gurley and Dalton area. Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Kimball County and recovered evidence and information related to the burglaries. On...
Kiewit Luminarium CEO steps down, former Union Pacific vice president of marking and sales operations fills in
OMAHA, Neb. — The Kiewit Luminarium announced the CEO has stepped down. Related coverage in the video above: Science of Skateboarding exhibit at Kiewit Luminarium. Silva Baker spent three years with the Luminarium, bringing "extensive experience, vision, and energy to help develop and launch an exceptional science center in Omaha that is leading our region in engaging children and adults alike about science, technology, engineering, and math," according to a letter to Luminarium members.
Thanks to neighbors, Lincoln cafe that changed hours due to crime will be open late again
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The Black Sheep Cafe at 27th and Randolph streets will be a late-night pit stop again. Neighbors have promised the owner, who was concerned about crime, to keep a watchful eye on the business. The restaurant started in March and was open from 10 a.m....
FōwlOn!: New indoor attraction that combines football with bowling opens in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha's newest indoor attraction, which combines football and bowling, is now open. The Fōwling Warehouse features a 50,000 square foot floor plan, 30 fowling lanes, two full-service bars, large screen televisions, and a Mystery Beer Machine. Here's how to play the game, according to the...
Grand Island Senior High kicks off school year with new administration
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - Grand Island Senior High started the school year with a new administration lineup. Calvin Hubbard is now the principal of GISH after serving as the assistant principal since 2019. Hubbard has been with the district since 2002, serving as the middle school dean of students...
Niobrara Council responds to state auditor’s allegations of mishandling funds
VALENTINE, Neb. - The Niobrara Council is responding to the Nebraska state auditor’s allegations of mishandling public funds. The nonprofit, which helps manage the Niobrara National Scenic River, is sending a letter to the auditor stating that it’s not a state agency and therefore not required to issue a statement of corrective action. However, the Council is making changes in response to the auditor’s concerns.
Two arrested, investigator injured during fentanyl bust in north Lincoln
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Two people were arrested Wednesday after an investigator was injured during a fentanyl bust in north Lincoln, court documents show. Investigators with the Lincoln/Lancaster Narcotics Task Force followed Jacson Mikaya, 27, and Breeana Barker, 26, to two locations suspected around 4 p.m. Authorities said the locations were known hubs for drug use.
Husker men’s basketball season tickets on sale beginning Friday
LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska Athletics) – Coming off the program’s highest win total since 1991, Nebraska men’s basketball season tickets for the upcoming campaign will go on sale Friday. A limited number of 300 Level seats will be available for purchase and will be priced at $153 per...
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...
Bianca Ayala starts as Gates Elementary principal, only bilingual principal in GIPS
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. -- In a school district that is over 54% Hispanic Latino, being bilingual is a big advantage. At the moment, Bianca Ayala is the only bilingual principal at Grand Island Public Schools. “Honestly, I was shocked because I’ve worked in other schools in Grand Island and they...
Dashcam video shows juveniles allegedly attempting to rob men at Omaha gas station hours before homicide
OMAHA, Neb. — Exclusive dashcam video shows what happened when two men say they were approached by six juveniles at a west Omaha gas station Tuesday night. The two victims said they're grateful to be alive after the robbery at the Quik Trip near 120th and Dodge streets. You...
Class C-2 football: Oakland-Craig's senior quarterback Braylon Anderson is true dual-threat
OAKLAND - Oakland-Craig quarterback Braylon Anderson started developing his running game out of necessity, and now the dual-threat signal caller is primed for a big senior season. Anderson, who threw for more than 2,000 yards as a sophomore, added a running component to his game after running back Jaxon Jorgensen...
Friday marks the first day of horse racing at recently-opened Harrah's Columbus
Horse racing returns to Columbus this weekend at a brand new location. The race track at the recently-opened Harrah’s Columbus casino will host its first live racing Friday. The casino officially opened in May. Harrah’s is the first mile long track to run horses in Nebraska since the Aksarben...
Jana Duggar Engaged to Stephen Wissmann
“Counting On” alum Jana Duggar is ready for marriage. In Touch reports Duggar has applied for a marriage license with Stephen Wissmann. It looks like the two could be exchanging vows on August 24 in Milford, Nebraska, according to an online wedding website. Last month, Jana had people wondering...
Community Redevelopment Authority approves largest housing development in North Platte history
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The City of North Platte Community Redevelopment Authority approved a contract that will allow work to begin on the largest housing development in North Platte history. The CRA discussed and approved the redevelopment contract for Midwest Land Development to build nearly 800 affordable, single-family homes...
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