Pope Leo XIV encourages wealthy US Catholics to keep donating
Pope Leo XIV is encouraging some of the wealthiest U.S. Catholics to keep on giving to support his charitable works
May 2, 2026Updated: May 2, 2026
By NICOLE WINFIELD
By NICOLE WINFIELDRegional
Several Nebraska health departments warn about rabid bats amid CDC alert
Several Nebraska health departments are alerting residents to be cautious around bats as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports an increase in rabies exposures and related inquiries across the country.
City of Valentine Nitrate Public Notice
The City of Valentine is issuing an important drinking water notice. Nitrate was measured at an average concentration of 11 milligrams per liter in two samples collected from Well 501 on August 26 and September 9, 2026.
Norfolk leaders discuss wastewater treatment problems at emergency meeting
Norfolk leaders discuss wastewater treatment problems at emergency meeting
O’Neill man faces child pornography charge in Cherry County, already charged with sexual assault in Antelope County
A 25-year-old O’Neill man already facing a first-degree sexual assault charge in Antelope County now faces a child pornography charge in Cherry County.
Possible cell phone tower planned between Cody and Merriman
Cherry County Interim Zoning Administrator Jane Stolzenburg told county commissioners Tuesday that a company has been in communication with her about a possible cell phone tower in the area.
New grant to bring healthier options to school concession stands in north-central Nebraska
Families attending school sporting events in north-central Nebraska could soon have more healthy food options to choose from, thanks to a new grant program.