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Shelby storeowner makes a mark on main street with ‘just a little bit of everything’
SHELBY, Neb. (KOLN) - At Hometown Table & Exchange, the coffee drinks are named after the kids in Shelby, who helped the owner develop the flavors. “A lot of the drinks are inspired by the kids from school here in the area that kind of gave me the different flavors to go with,” said Amanda Thelen, the owner. “So they inspired me and made my menu kind of.”
Now Serving Omaha: Dumpling Empire
OMAHA, Neb. — Brand new in Ralston,Dumpling Empire (5413 S 72nd St.) is looking to be your go-to destination for dumplings, wontons, stir fry, buns, and much more. "All the noodles you can find are handmade," said assistant manager Keen Pei. "All the dumplings and the buns, we handmake that in front of the customer."
Planning Commission recommends blight study
On Tuesday, the Norfolk Planning Commission had the task of either recommending or not recommending a blight-and-substandard study for a proposed development of 540 housing units near the intersection of Highway 35 and Benjamin Avenue. During the public hearing, mayoral candidate Jim McKenzie said there was only one reason for...
Nebraska Countdown to Kickoff: No. 43 LB Michael Booker III
The countdown till August 31 continues and there are just 43 days until Matt Rhule’s Nebraska Cornhuskers begin their 2024 season against the UTEP Miners on August 31. After taking a look sophomore defensive tackle Riley Von Poppel, Huskers junior linebacker Michael Booker II is now in the player spotlight. The redshirt junior linebacker is entering his fourth season with the program and is hoping to grow upon a special teams role that he held in 2023. Last season, the Texas native played in eight games for the Huskers, mostly on special team, a role that the program described as a “key...
Meet Eden, the pet of the week available for adoption at the Nebraska Humane Society
OMAHA, Neb. — Each week, KETV NewsWatch 7 showcases an animal up for adoption at the Nebraska Humane Society. Eden is 9 years old and doesn’t want to spend her golden years at a shelter. Can she come home with you?. She still has plenty of love to...
July 15: Omaha Public Schools Board of Education
The Omaha Public Schools (OPS) Board of Education received several reports at its July 15 meeting, including the 2022-23 graduation and dropout report and the suspension and expulsion report. The data and strategies presented aim to enhance graduation rates and student behavior, with a focus on early intervention and continuous improvement.
Lincoln man accused of insurance fraud after reporting more than $23,000 in claims
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A Lincoln man is accused of insurance fraud after taking more than $23,000 in claims, court records show. Manuel Rivera, 29, is charged with three counts of fraudulent insurance acts of $5,000 or more. He is scheduled to appear in court on Friday. According to an...
Omaha Suburban Rotary Car Show
The Omaha Suburban Rotary held its annual car show on June 1, 2024, to raise money for its youth programs. More than 1,500 attendees raised $44,000 at the event, which donated 100% of its proceeds to grade school and high school programs. Established in 2019, the event is a means for Rotary members to engage in the community. The event brings the largest turnout of Rotary member volunteers each year.
Dr. Vrbicky speaks on obesity crisis
One of the most severe health crises people encounters is obesity. That’s according to Dr. Vrbicky, who has been in the Norfolk area for 41 years. He told News Talk WJAG’s Jeffery Steffen that it’s estimated 73% of Americans are overweight or obese. "We are killing our...
Grand Island police investigate after a hit-and-run incident
Grand Island, Neb. — Grand Island Police are investigating after a man said he was rear-ended by another vehicle and pushed into a concrete planter while driving Thursday night. According to GIPD, around 10:30 p.m. on Thursday, officers responded to the area of Second Street and North Locust Street...
Omaha teacher to be honored at Barry Manilow concert
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - An Omaha music teacher is being honored and receiving a $10,000 grant from Barry Manilow’s Manilow Music Project. Hiltje Peitz, a music teacher at Liberty Middle School in Papillion, will be the recipient of $5,000 herself, while the school will receiving $5,000 in new band instruments.
Lincoln Public Schools sees high turnout in latest effort to address staffing shortages
LINCOLN, Neb. — Schools in Nebraska are struggling to fill hundreds of vacancies, just like others nationwide. To address this problem, Lincoln Public Schools (LPS) has been having interview days with the goal of hiring as many school staff as possible. The most recent interview day was on Tuesday,...
Celebrate Great Health This Saturday at the Family Friendly “¡Vive Tu Vida! Get Up! Get Moving!” Event-Vivian Garcia Explains
Established in 1970 as a volunteer-staffed free clinic OneWorld Community Health Centers believes that everyone deserves access to the best health care possible, regardless of economic or insurance status. To that end, they provide a vast range of services in health care, dentistry and behavioral health. OneWorld is the largest provider of primary health care services in South Omaha.
Hope Harbor looking for more participants in ‘Hunting for Hope’
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - Hope Harbor is hosting their annual fundraiser, ‘Hunting for Hope’ on Saturday, July 20. It’s a scavenger hunt throughout Grand Island with the proceeds going towards Hope Harbor’s operating costs. Their original goal was to get 30 teams registered; currently they only have half of that amount. There could be a few factors affecting this.
Sidney church giving back to community
SIDNEY -- The Well Church understands life is not always easy, and is offering a helping hand. On Saturday, Aug. 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., stop by The Well Church at 432 20th Ave., Sidney, is offering a list of services to the community ... at no cost in its "Impact Sidney" event. This is a one-day event.
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