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Doane Football Coach Conversations: Briar Cliff recap, Morningside preview
Doane Football Coach Conversations: Briar Cliff recap, Morningside preview

Doane head football coach breaks down the game against Briar Cliff, previews this weekend's matchup against Morningside, and showcases the players who will be honored on Senior Day.

Park Elementary celebrates National Blue Ribbon recognition

Park Elementary celebrates National Blue Ribbon recognition

Park Elementary in Kearney celebrated its National Blue Ribbon School honor with a community event featuring students, staff, and state education leaders.

Team Buche Cares offers to help families affected by SNAP benefit disruption

Team Buche Cares offers to help families affected by SNAP benefit disruption

If SNAP funds are not released in South Dakota, Team Buche Cares will distribute $100 in grocery certificates per SNAP family household redeemable at Buche Foods and Buche’s Gus Stop.

Columbus names Bret Strecker as next police chief, pending council approval

Columbus names Bret Strecker as next police chief, pending council approval

The City of Columbus appears poised to promote from within for its next police chief.

Two injured in head-on collision south of Sidney

Two injured in head-on collision south of Sidney

Two people were injured Thursday afternoon in a head-on crash south of Sidney.

Emerson Elementary in Columbus named Small Towns Matter winner, to receive bike helmets for every student

Emerson Elementary in Columbus named Small Towns Matter winner, to receive bike helmets for every student

News Channel Nebraska is excited to announce Emerson Elementary in Columbus as the next winner of our Small Towns Matter promotion.

Kimball woman thanks local first responders for saving her life

Kimball woman thanks local first responders for saving her life

Eighty-three-year-old Karen Charter of Kimball is sharing her gratitude for local first responders after suffering a life-threatening incident.

Love’s becomes sole owner of Heartwell Renewables renewable diesel project in Hastings

Love’s becomes sole owner of Heartwell Renewables renewable diesel project in Hastings

One of the partners in the $600 million renewable diesel plant under construction in Hastings is now taking over full ownership of the project.

Laramie County shooting ruled self-defense

Laramie County shooting ruled self-defense

The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office says a June shooting that left one man dead has been ruled self-defense.

Crews quickly extinguish semi fire hauling cattle near Sterling

Crews quickly extinguish semi fire hauling cattle near Sterling

Highway 6 near Sterling was temporarily closed Wednesday after a semi hauling cattle caught fire. Crews quickly put out the flames and safely moved the cattle into a nearby pasture. No injuries were reported, according to the Sterling Fire Department.

Early morning burglary suspect arrested after brief pursuit

Early morning burglary suspect arrested after brief pursuit

A 24-year-old Alliance man is in custody following a report of a theft of tools occurring early today.

Court documents reveal new details in Holdrege couple’s grooming, sex trafficking case

Court documents reveal new details in Holdrege couple’s grooming, sex trafficking case

Prosecutors say a Holdrege couple used a school connection to groom a Nebraska teen in a sex trafficking case now gaining national attention.

Alliance vehicle burglary suspect in custody

Alliance vehicle burglary suspect in custody

The Alliance Police Department and BNSF authorities located the suspect in a recent vehicle burglary. He is in custody in Box Butte County Jail.

Nebraska Hospital Association recognizes state senators in 98th annual awards banquet

Nebraska Hospital Association recognizes state senators in 98th annual awards banquet

The Nebraska Hospital Association recognized three state senators for their commitment to improving health care access and quality for patients; two state senators with the Health Care Advocate of the Year Award and a third with the Medallion of Honor.

Two arrested after vehicle and foot pursuit in Sheridan County

Two arrested after vehicle and foot pursuit in Sheridan County

Two people are facing charges after a vehicle pursuit Tuesday evening in Sheridan County.

McClenahan named October Chadron State Student of the Month

McClenahan named October Chadron State Student of the Month

Chadron State College junior Mallory McClenahan of Grant, Nebraska, is the Project Strive/TRiO Student of the Month for October.

Omaha gang member who received clemency charged in shooting

Omaha gang member who received clemency charged in shooting

A gang member charged by complaint as a Felon in Possession of a Firearm was granted clemency by former President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. In 2018, Khyre Holbert pled guilty to three violations of federal law and was sentenced to 240 months of imprisonment.

22nd Annual Spooktacular raises money for clubs on campus

22nd Annual Spooktacular raises money for clubs on campus

With Halloween right around the corner, Northeast Community College is getting into the spirit.

Vehicular cancer awareness campaign ‘Cruise for a Cause’ makes pit stop in Southeast Nebraska

Vehicular cancer awareness campaign ‘Cruise for a Cause’ makes pit stop in Southeast Nebraska

You can enter a raffle to win a specialty-built Ford F-150 with all proceeds going to fund cancer research thanks to a grassroots campaign that made a pit stop in Fairbury this week.

State’s proposal to let some inmates out early stirs bipartisan pushback — and memories of past scandal

State’s proposal to let some inmates out early stirs bipartisan pushback — and memories of past scandal

A decade ago, Nebraska’s corrections department allowed hundreds of inmates to leave prison early through a program that few knew existed.

Kimball Police Department, Desert Snow to host largest police training in Kimball

Kimball Police Department, Desert Snow to host largest police training in Kimball

Desert Snow is coming to Kimball next year for a 3-day hands-on criminal interdiction workshop at the Kimball Police Department.

Kearney moves forward with plans for new fire station in northeast part of city

Kearney moves forward with plans for new fire station in northeast part of city

Kearney is moving forward with building a new fire hall after approving funding for the new facility.

Genoa students fight world hunger one grain at a time

Genoa students fight world hunger one grain at a time

Twin River School students in Genoa are using freerice.com to combat world hunger by answering questions on various subjects, with each correct answer donating 10 grains of rice

News Channel Nebraska adds broadcasting stalwarts to leadership team

News Channel Nebraska adds broadcasting stalwarts to leadership team

News Channel Nebraska is proud to announce the addition of two accomplished Nebraska broadcasting professionals to its leadership team.

Sidney Police investigate stolen vehicle involved in multiple hit-and-run incidents

Sidney Police investigate stolen vehicle involved in multiple hit-and-run incidents

Sidney Police are asking for help identifying a suspect after a stolen car was involved in multiple hit-and-run incidents Tuesday night. The car was recovered, but investigators need video or tips from residents. Call (308) 254-5515 with any information.

Family restoring old Johnstown school to bring community together

Family restoring old Johnstown school to bring community together

When a school closes in a small town, the building often tells the story of what comes next. Some are given a second chance, while others crumble with time.

Cheyenne County Sheriff's Department reports new credit card scam

Cheyenne County Sheriff's Department reports new credit card scam

Cheyenne County Sheriff Adam Frerichs cautions there is a scam targeting Discover Card users.

Plea agreement gets Bridgeport man shorter sentence

Plea agreement gets Bridgeport man shorter sentence

A Bridgeport man agreed to a plea agreement resulting in a shorter sentence but giving up his parental rights.

Pilger Recreation Area to receive fully-donated pavilion

Pilger Recreation Area to receive fully-donated pavilion

A Northeast Nebraska rec area is getting a update that hopes to attract more people to the area.

Brooke's Place opens to serve breakfast and lunch

Brooke's Place opens to serve breakfast and lunch

Brooke Lloyd has taken over the location of the former Grandma Jo's, and has opened Brooke's Place. She is focusing on comfort food served in a relaxing environment.

Waverly man arrested after high-speed pursuit while high on drugs

Waverly man arrested after high-speed pursuit while high on drugs

A Waverly man is in jail after authorities say he hit multiple vehicles with his car and led officers on a high-speed chase through northeast Nebraska, all while high on drugs.

NioCorp plans Elk Creek town hall meetings

NioCorp plans Elk Creek town hall meetings

Gov. Pillen expected to attend noon town hall

Hastings Veterans Recognition Dinner set for Wednesday, will honor parade marshals

Hastings Veterans Recognition Dinner set for Wednesday, will honor parade marshals

The Hastings Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a veterans recognition dinner on Wednesday evening.

Nebraska continues legal fight against Colorado over water rights

Nebraska continues legal fight against Colorado over water rights

Nebraska is continuing legal action enforcing the South Platte River Compact with Colorado. The Compact was approved by both states’ legislatures, ratified by Congress in 1926, and has the force of federal law.

Rick Leach of Sidney wins more than $600 in Secret Sound radio contest

Rick Leach of Sidney wins more than $600 in Secret Sound radio contest

After weeks of guesses, Rick Leach of Sidney nailed The Big Boy’s Secret Sound and walked away with $620 cash. The winning sound? A computer mouse on a mouse pad.

Chadron State College notes: Redden presents at national conference

Chadron State College notes: Redden presents at national conference

Assistant Professor of Business Dr. Caitlin Redden made a presentation at the Association for General and Liberal Studies Oct. 2-4, in Louisville, Kentucky.

Nebraska stops public food aid benefits as government shutdown continues

Nebraska stops public food aid benefits as government shutdown continues

Public grocery benefits will pause starting Wednesday for roughly 150,000 low-income recipients across Nebraska due to the federal government shutdown.

With bid accepted, construction on PWF Road bridge can begin as soon as next month

With bid accepted, construction on PWF Road bridge can begin as soon as next month

Serving as the prelude to progress on the rest of the PWF Road, one main bridge will start to see some renovations, possibly as soon as next week.

Man pleads guilty to killing Catholic priest who was stabbed in his rectory in Nebraska

Man pleads guilty to killing Catholic priest who was stabbed in his rectory in Nebraska

The man accused of fatally stabbing a Catholic priest during a break-in at his home beside the church he served in a small Nebraska town pleaded guilty to murder and other charges Tuesday in the December 2023 killing.

New daycare center set to open in Norfolk, addressing childcare shortage

New daycare center set to open in Norfolk, addressing childcare shortage

A new daycare center in Norfolk, the result of a collaboration between the Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative and First Presbyterian Church, is set to open in the spring of 2026, serving up to 71 children

Father's pride beams in daughter earning Miss USA title

Father's pride beams in daughter earning Miss USA title

Audrey Eckert was crowned as Miss USA on October 24 in Reno, Nev. She had an estimated 20 Nebraskans, including her parents, there to witness the event.

Kimball Health Services welcomes new EMS Director

Kimball Health Services welcomes new EMS Director

Kimball Health Services has a new Director of Emergency Medical Services.

Nella Aldrich Stoddard Farm nominated for National Register of Historic Places

Nella Aldrich Stoddard Farm nominated for National Register of Historic Places

Pioneer family proved berries could be profitable in Nebraska Territory

Pillen pledges accountability as watchdog launches probe into alleged sex abuse at Kearney youth center

Pillen pledges accountability as watchdog launches probe into alleged sex abuse at Kearney youth center

Nebraska’s child welfare watchdog has launched an investigation and the governor has promised accountability after multiple allegations surfaced in recent weeks of staff sexually abusing teenagers at a state-run center in Kearney.

No threat found after lockdown at Torrington schools

No threat found after lockdown at Torrington schools

Torrington schools briefly went into lockdown Tuesday morning after a loud noise was reported near the high school.

Paperwork submitted for energy company merger

Paperwork submitted for energy company merger

The proposed merger of two utility companies that serve the Midwest is now in state regulation.

Resource developed to support workforce needs in childcare

Resource developed to support workforce needs in childcare

In the Western Region of "Six Regions, One Nebraska," employers are encouraged to explore childcare solutions through a new employer-focused guide. The project was compiled by Jamie Bright, Rural Prosperity Nebraska Extension Educator.

Proposed Cherry County wind farm heads back to court in December

Proposed Cherry County wind farm heads back to court in December

A proposed wind farm near Kilgore is heading back to court in December as questions continue over the project’s permit status.

Trial underway in Cherry County District Court over alleged cattle neglect and losses

Trial underway in Cherry County District Court over alleged cattle neglect and losses

A trial in Cherry County District Court this week centers on whether a family who cared for an Elgin rancher’s cattle are responsible for losses and deaths within the herd.

Northeast Nebraska man accused of suffocating woman, biting man's finger

Northeast Nebraska man accused of suffocating woman, biting man's finger

A Pierce man is behind bars after attempting to suffocate a woman and biting a man's finger, police say.

Family wins Hastings Light Fright contest for 4th time

Family wins Hastings Light Fright contest for 4th time

A Hastings family has won their forth Halloween decoration contest since 2020.

Royal Engineered Composites expanding workforce in Minden to meet aerospace demand

Royal Engineered Composites expanding workforce in Minden to meet aerospace demand

Royal Engineered Composites announced it will add about 50 new positions to its current team of 175 employee-owners, with several jobs open immediately and more to be filled in the coming months.

New Pink Ladies chapter forms in Valentine and Rosebud area, hosting upcoming event

New Pink Ladies chapter forms in Valentine and Rosebud area, hosting upcoming event

A new chapter of the Pink Ladies Dart League is taking aim at breast cancer awareness and support in north-central Nebraska and south-central South Dakota.

Male found deceased near Alliance Police Department gun range

Male found deceased near Alliance Police Department gun range

Alliance police discovered a deceased male near the police department's gun range Tuesday. According to police, evidence indicates he died by suicide.

Senator Storer addresses Trump importing foreign beef in weekly column

Senator Storer addresses Trump importing foreign beef in weekly column

Nebraska, the "Beef State," stands as a colossal pillar in the global agricultural landscape, with the beef industry providing the very backbone of our state's economy.

SNAP benefits delay could affect 3,600 Panhandle households in November

SNAP benefits delay could affect 3,600 Panhandle households in November

SNAP benefits for November may not be available, potentially impacting 3,600 Panhandle households.

Jefferson County extends Everbridge interlocal agreement

Jefferson County extends Everbridge interlocal agreement

A collection of counties in Southeast Nebraska are connected through an alert system that enables emergency personnel to warn people who might be in harm's way, even if they reside inside a different county.

Columbus considers quiet zones medians to help with train noise

Columbus considers quiet zones medians to help with train noise

The quiet zone is designed so cars can't turn around," explained Columbus Mayor Jim Bulkley. "They can't get under the crossing arms, and it becomes a barrier between two lanes

Norfolk Police arrest boy in connection to shots-fired incident

Norfolk Police arrest boy in connection to shots-fired incident

An investigation into reports of shots fired near downtown Norfolk is leading authorities to press charges against a boy.

Alliance Police seek public’s help in identifying burglary suspect

Alliance Police seek public’s help in identifying burglary suspect

Alliance police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man suspected of breaking into vehicles and stealing firearms.

Kearney woman sentenced in spouse’s 2024 shooting death

Kearney woman sentenced in spouse’s 2024 shooting death

Karen Geisler has been sentenced to decades in prison just over year after her husband was found shot to death.

Judge allows McCook ICE facility to move forward as lawsuit continues

Judge allows McCook ICE facility to move forward as lawsuit continues

A judge announcing the plan to turn McCook’s Work Ethic Camp into an ICE detention center can move forward, at least for now.

Bank fraud suspect connected to western Nebraska cases arrested in Maine

Bank fraud suspect connected to western Nebraska cases arrested in Maine

The woman accused of committing bank fraud at multiple western Nebraska banks has been arrested in Maine, according to the Alliance Police Department.

Fanny’s Farmhouse cancels Haunted Hallows after family member injured in Sidney crash

Fanny’s Farmhouse cancels Haunted Hallows after family member injured in Sidney crash

Fanny’s Farmhouse in Gurley has canceled its Haunted Hallows attraction after a family member was seriously injured in Friday’s crash in Sidney. The community is flooding social media with prayers and support for the family.

Alcohol compliance checks held in Lincoln and Dawson counties

Alcohol compliance checks held in Lincoln and Dawson counties

Alcohol compliance checks were conducted in Lincoln and Dawes counties this month. Of the 20 businesses checked 17 refused to sell alcohol to a minor and one failed to check a minor's ID.