89-year-old man who allegedly opened fire at a social security office in Athens has been arrested, police say

89-year-old man who allegedly opened fire at a social security office in Athens has been arrested, police say

April 28, 2026Updated: April 28, 2026

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Regional

Community celebrates new trail in Chadron

Community celebrates new trail in Chadron

Hay Springs athlete earns top honors at Best in the West meet

Hay Springs athlete earns top honors at Best in the West meet

Valentine Chamber names new executive director

Valentine Chamber names new executive director

After recent fires, Cherry County debates burn ban

After recent fires, Cherry County debates burn ban

Sterling Police Department adds two more officers

Sterling Police Department adds two more officers

Six fires burn an estimated 10,000 acres in Cherry County

Six fires burn an estimated 10,000 acres in Cherry County

State

Proposed event venue denied permit by Kearney City Council

Records show Ted Carter tried to get podcaster an NU job during his tenure

Community celebrates new trail in Chadron

Kimball Longhorns took home medals from Best in the West Tournament

Hay Springs athlete earns top honors at Best in the West meet

Valentine Chamber names new executive director

Sports

Lincoln East finishes under-par to win Beatrice Invitational

WNCC softball sweeps Trinidad on Friday

Haarberg Reflects on Time as a Husker, Hungry for NFL Opportunity

APRIL 24 (6:45 PM CT) - Columbus Fury vs Omaha Supernovas (NCN TV)

Mayor recognizes wrestling champion

Doane wrestler Cristelle Rodriguez captures NAIA and U.S. championships

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety