Dawson County gets temporary waiver from Medicaid work rules following Tyson plant closure

Federal officials have approved a temporary exemption from new Medicaid work requirements to Dawson County

July 17, 2026Updated: July 17, 2026
By Nebraska Examiner

Regional

Improperly discarded e-scooter sparks fire at SWANN facility in Chadron

A fire at a Solid Waste Agency of Northwest Nebraska (SWANN) facility in Chadron on Friday was caused by an improperly disposed electric scooter, according to the agency.

Troopers arrest five Impaired drivers during Oregon Trail Days

The Nebraska State Patrol issued several citations during Oregon Trail Days including Driving Under the Influence, Minor in Possession and Speeding.

Security First Bank celebrates merger

Security First Bank cut the ribbon on a new level of business after the company purchased 11 First Interstate Bank locations.

Investing in American children

On July 4, tax-advantaged federal child savings accounts — known as Trump Accounts — became available to every U.S. citizen under the age of 18. For parents across our state, this opens a new avenue for building long-term financial security for their kids, starting from day one.

UNK students provide care, gain perspective during medical outreach trip to Peru

A group of University of Nebraska at Kearney students recently traveled more than 4,000 miles to this region of South America for a once-in-a-lifetime educational opportunity. They helped care for hundreds of patients while gaining valuable experience.

WNCC soccer camp starts Monday

The Western Nebraska Community College soccer camp will start Monday (July 20) evening with middle and high school camps taking place. The camps will be held by Cougar coaches Eseah Ingram and Todd Rasnic. Camp registration is available on the WNCC athletic website at www.wnccathletics.com and then the camp/event banner.