Small-town spirit is alive and well this week in Central Nebraska as one community celebrates their annual Bertrand Days.

A brand new co-working and entrepreneurship space in Hastings is giving people from all backgrounds a place to network, collaborate, and formulate unique ideas thanks to a local organization. 

UNK’s coaching staff will look a little different this season with new additions and promotions being announced on Tuesday.

Kearney Police Department is investigating the theft of a Kearney Public Schools owned trailer.

The UNK women’s golf team is breaking a school record by adding seven members to the All-American Scholar team.

A Phelps County man is in custody for multiple felonies including sexual assault.

Jana Hughes announces run for a second term

Two men are facing charges after police say they caused damage to a Valentine bar and a nearby vehicle earlier this month.

State officials say thousands of dollars in paychecks were sent to dead Nebraskans last year.

A Sheriff's deputy in Kansas responding to a call about fireworks died after being shot by a man who was then killed by the fatally wounded deputy.

The softball superstar of Nebraska is drawing attention to a local business in Hastings.

Sparks are flying in Central Nebraska this week as a summer camp is giving middle and high school students a head start into a career path that's heating up across the country.

The aftermath of seven inches of rain in less than 12 hours is floating down the Grand Island streets.

Kevin Kubo says there are some similarities and differences from his old position in Hastings, but he wants to give this new position 120%. 

One of the biggest names in car sales in Central Nebraska is officially changing hands.

The city of Hastings wants residents to be aware of city firework laws with firework sales beginning this weekend. 

Upgraded railroad crossings at three intersections in Hastings, part of on ongoing city project, are now open after completed construction.

A familiar face at the heart of Kearney's tourism and community development is stepping into retirement next week after nearly four decades of service.

Country music superstar Luke Bryan has canceled his performance at NEBRASKAland Days this Friday due to illness, but a start-studded friend is stepping up to take his place.

Nebraska Sports Council officials have announced who will light the caldron during Opening Night festivities for the Cornhusker State Games.

A familiar face is now leading the City of Hastings’ Development Services Department.

There was a large crowd gathered at Kearney City Hall on Tuesday, where the city council was set to approve the committee’s decision of awarding the new contract to Big Red Keno, based out of Omaha.

Repairs are underway in Burwell, where just last week the grandstand and several other buildings suffered extensive damage due to 90 mph wind gusts

K.C. Belitz, Nebraska's Economic Development Director, resigned after a year in the role, right after starting a workforce development tour.

Over 20 grocery stores across Nebraska will be getting new ownership with changes expected by the end of 2025.

Connor Beranek takes over the program after spending the last two seasons as an assistant at Kearney High School.

The free showcase had strong support and the temperatures were ideal for competition, albeit friendly.

The Hastings City Council is beginning the process to limit how many terms that members on city boards and committees can serve consecutively. 

A Kearney High Graduate and Texas baseball transfer recently opened up about his decision to join the longhorns.

The 23rd annual Nebraska Lions All Star Golf Tournament is underway at Meadowlark Hills in Kearney, with 60 golfers competing to see who’s the best.

Police will be conducting a joint drone training exercise at Cottonmill Park Monday from 8:00 p.m. to midnight.

Left-handed pitcher Cal Higgins announced that he's taking his talents to the University of Texas.

Protesters part of the Friends of Bernie Sanders Organization gathered at Senator Pete Ricketts' Kearney office on Friday to protest a bill working through the Senate.

The East team is looking to defeat the West team in the Sertoma 8-man football All-Star Classic for the first time since 2021.

A new Miss Rodeo Nebraska was crowned Wednesday night during the opening of the Buffalo Bill Rodeo at the Wild West Arena.

City leaders say that the Island Oasis Water Park, now 32 years old, is due for a major renovation.

From all the way out in the panhandle to southeast Nebraska, the best 8-man football athletes from all across the state are aiming to get one more win in their high school careers.

A Central Nebraska man is under arrest after allegedly throwing a homemade explosive device at the Department of Homeland Security building in Grand Island.

A Hastings business is showing off its rebuild, after their old building was intentionally destroyed just under three years ago. 

A structure fire in Kearney is under investigation after the Kearney Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a home on 6th Avenue.

Wind gusts of more than 60 MPH caused power outages and left tree debris on the ground in much of Hastings Tuesday morning. 

We’re working to learn more about why federal investigators were in Grand Island on Monday.

More than a thousand wrestlers from over five states packed the Kearney Sportsplex on Monday

Personnel at the Lincoln County Detention Center finalized processing more than 60 detainees from last week’s Ice Operations in South Omaha, Monday morning.

When Koltdyn Heath climbs into the chute, he knows one thing for sure—there’s no room for fear.

After riding around Hastings for around 14 miles, a local radio station gave away a $6,000 lawnmower in the 2nd 'Lawnmower Tour of Hastings.'

A major move is on the horizon for the Catholic Newman Center at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, and community members are being invited to help shape its future.

The Kearney Archway has reached its silver anniversary and will be celebrating on Saturday.

Saturday is an event filled day for the United States with protests, birthdays, anniversaries, and more.

A historic building in downtown Cozad has found new life as Frontier Frau, a German-inspired brewery with a story as rich as its lagers.

The annual Taste of Downtown on the Bricks in Kearney will be pouring up drinks and serving treats this Saturday.

Construction on the Kearney Power Project transmission line is complete, with the new line now energized.

The annual Taste of Downtown on the Bricks in Kearney will be pouring up drinks and serving treats this Saturday.

A former U.S. Border Patrol agent has decided to run for Congress in Nebraska’s largely rural, sprawling 3rd Congressional District.

An Illinois man driving a semi across Nebraska arrested for suspected connection with a Chicago murder.

Residents of Hastings now have another aquatic attraction open after a complete renovation to a city splash pad.

A brand-new addition built in a small town is expanding and honoring the legacy of a renowned American artist for whom the central Nebraska community is named after.

Revive Inc. in Hastings is coming up on five months since the opening of its unique substance abuse treatment facility, which is now offering inpatient rehab services for the first time.

A Hastings industrial business is expanding, and now has access to a 'no thru traffic' street to add-on to its operations. 

A Lincoln-based developer has the go-ahead to build dozens of new housing units on the southeast side of Hastings, following a unanimous approval from the city council Monday night. 

Authorities are investigating the death of a man who was struck and killed by a train on Sunday morning in Central Nebraska. 

In this year's 67th Nebraska Shrine Bowl, there's more than just talent on the field. There's family.

Central Nebraskans came together this week to donate more than 200 valuable units of blood during a friendly competition between first responders. 

Whether it's from the Panhandle, the Northwest, or the Plains, or even an 8-man program, the players on the North team are making the most of their chance to shine in one of the state's biggest football stages.