Swift to pay penalty for pollution violations at Grand Island plant

The State of Nebraska filed a lawsuit against the Swift Company accusing the Grand Island beef plant of polluting the water.

May 22, 2026Updated: May 22, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Swift to pay penalty for pollution violations at Grand Island plant

Regional

City of Chappell launches new Reverse 911 Emergency Notification System

City of Chappell launches new Reverse 911 Emergency Notification System

'Swatting' identified at Scottsbluff elementary school

'Swatting' identified at Scottsbluff elementary school

Cruisin’ Night returns to downtown Sidney June 5 with new car show addition

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U.S. Solicitor General recommends special master examine compact prompting Nebraska-Colorado water dispute

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Eggs, milk, lifesaving skills: CPR training pops up outside Valentine grocery store

State

Swift to pay penalty for pollution violations at Grand Island plant

Nebraska Dunes golf course set to reopen after major renovations

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Sports

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2026 Nebraska State Track and Field Championships: Southeast Nebraska Qualifiers and Results

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Avalanche have no update on Cale Makar as they look to regroup from Game 1 loss to Golden Knights

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Ag & Outdoor

Feed supplies tighten for Nebraska producers as drought persists

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Powell wins 56th Cornhusker Trap Shoot

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