Should cattle producers be required to brand cattle? Question divides Nebraska

A proposal that would significantly change how Nebraska regulates its cattle industry is drawing sharp divisions among ranchers, feedlot operators and law enforcement.

February 19, 2026Updated: February 19, 2026
By Casey Wonnenberg

Regional

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Latest scam: fake traffic violation 

100% compliance in Howard County alcohol inspections

100% compliance in Howard County alcohol inspections

VFW announces scholarship winner

VFW announces scholarship winner

Alliance Police Department unveils new cruisers

Alliance Police Department unveils new cruisers

One more season? Husker volleyball seniors could get another year

One more season? Husker volleyball seniors could get another year

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