As Nebraska early reading scores decline, literacy events aim to help families

Nebraska’s early reading scores continue to trend downward, with fourth-grade proficiency falling to 28% in 2024 — the lowest level recorded.

February 26, 2026Updated: February 26, 2026
By Casey Wonnenberg

Regional

Benefit auction for fire victims today in Gordon

Benefit auction for fire victims today in Gordon

State audit letter raises concerns about Western Nebraska Regional Airport Authority spending

State audit letter raises concerns about Western Nebraska Regional Airport Authority spending

Authorities seek suspect after donation money stolen in Julesburg burglary

Authorities seek suspect after donation money stolen in Julesburg burglary

High School welding program partners with King’s Daughters 

High School welding program partners with King’s Daughters 

Valentine firefighters respond to early morning truck fire; sirens to be tested Friday

Valentine firefighters respond to early morning truck fire; sirens to be tested Friday

High Wind Warning issued across Nebraska Panhandle, southeast Wyoming

High Wind Warning issued across Nebraska Panhandle, southeast Wyoming