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Fritch: proposed special session bills would've left Nebraska City with $4 million shortfall
NEBRASKA CITY - Nebraska City Public Schools Superintendent Mark Fritch offered gratitude to State Sen. Julie Slama for her work in the special legislative sessions saying bills initially proposed would have meant a revenue shortfall of $4 million. Fritch said the district appreciates Sen. Slama’s support for local control of...
'Ope, the scoop is out!': Kansas City ice cream shop announces Omaha location
OMAHA, Neb. — A popular Kansas City ice cream shop announced it is coming to Omaha. Related coverage in the video above: Now Serving Omaha. Betty Rae's Ice Cream's sixth location is expected in the Omaha metro in "early fall." The first shop opened in 2015 with 26 flavors...
Southeast Community College enrollment surges by 9%, exceeds 10,000 students
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Enrollment at Southeast Community College (SCC) has increased by 9% since last fall, surpassing 10,000 students for the first time in over a decade, the school reported Tuesday. “This is always an exciting time at SCC as we help new and returning students pursue their educational...
Nebraska's first-ever LEGO® store announces its grand opening
GRETNA, Neb. — Nebraska's first-ever LEGO® store announced its grand opening. Related coverage in the video above: Nebraska's LEGO League. The store will open on Sept. 20 at Nebraska Crossing in Gretna. Guests will get to see over 500 LEGO sets. Hours will run as follow:. Monday through...
Mascot greets Nebraska State Fairgoers with comedy schtick on a stick
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KOLN) - When visitors walk through the gates of the Nebraska State Fair, they may hear a familiar voice speaking above the crowd. There’s a good chance it belongs to Bobbie the Barker. She’s the official Nebraska State Fair mascot, on a stick, which holds her...
Fair Food Finds: Cheese on a stick
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — The Nebraska State Fair tried to get you to the grounds for lunch Wednesday. NSF Sales Director Keaton Irwin said by noon the front gate was asking for more meal vouchers. The Lunch Bunch Special gave you a food voucher for the same amount you...
Kearney High to induct four into Athletic Hall of Fame on Friday
Between the years of 2009 and 2013, Katie Higgins Nealon established herself as one of the best KHS volleyball. players in school history, while also excelling in track and field. Her Bearcat athletic career began in 2009, when she. earned a varsity letter in volleyball, basketball, and track to become...
Chick-fil-A to open in North Platte, marking first location between Kearney and Denver
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Activity has picked up at the former Pizza Hut site on South Jeffers Street, where preparations are underway for a new Chick-fil-A restaurant. While no official announcement has been made, the dirt work and signage make it clear that the popular fast-food chain is coming to North Platte.
Investigation continues into FPS student left on bus
Fremont Public Schools officials said an incident occurred Tuesday where a middle school student was left on a school bus after the bus driver and paraprofessional failed to follow district protocol. The driver and paraprofessional were placed on administrative leave when the issue was brought to the attention of the...
PHOTOS: 75 years of WOWT - Famous faces
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - 6 News WOWT is celebrating our 75th anniversary on Thursday!. While working on some special ways to commemorate this milestone, 6 News has been looking through our archives and wanted to share some images of familiar faces we thought our audience would enjoy. GARY KERR. Gary...
Wayne State football focused on consistency ahead of 2024 season opener
WAYNE, Neb. (KCAU) – It’s Thursday night lights for Wayne State as the Wildcats are set to open the season at home against Missouri S&T, beginning the year against a non-NSIC opponent for the first time since 2011. Wayne State, who was picked fourth in the NSIC Preseason Coaches Poll, return 18 starters. Quarterback Nick […]
Blair’s Newest Auto Experts
BLAIR, NEBRASKA (2024 AUGUST 28) – When a vicious hail storm pummeled Blair this July, it left millions of dollars in vehicle damage in its wake. My mother-in-law’s car was among the casualties, pelted and pounded so severely her insurance company deemed it not worth fixing. They wanted...
Wildcat Women’s Golf Preseason Rated Fifth, Sayre Selected As Player To Watch
WAYNE – As the non-championship season opens in early September for the Wayne State College women’s golf team, Preseason NSIC Coaches Poll standings were announced. According to a release from Wayne State Athletics, WSC was voted to finish fifth per to the league office in Burnsville, Minnesota. WSC...
Former starting setter Rachel Walker to take up coaching for Wildcats
WAYNE, Neb. — Rachel Walker would step into a uniform for the Wayne State Wildcats in 2018, a decision that would begin a career spanning 6 years with the Wildcats. “As a freshman and sophomore, that was the biggest jump for me. [It] was just the mental game and confidence and learning. All the different things in college volleyball,” Walker said.
Willow repairs underway in North Platte
North Platte, Neb. - City of North Platte, along with Simon Contractors will be closing Front Street from Sycamore Street to Ash Street. Repairs will begin tomorrow August 28th and completion expected to be on August 29th. Alternate routes are required during this time for vehicle traffic. Please use caution...
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