Maurice Mercer wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Alabama's 6th Congressional District special primary election

Maurice Mercer wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Alabama's 6th Congressional District special primary election

August 12, 2026Updated: August 12, 2026
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Sidney Night of Hope Cancer Walk 2026 this weekend 

The 26th Night of Hope Cancer Walk at Legion Park takes place Friday starting at 5:30 p.m. On Saturday, the Guns vs Hoses softball game takes place 4 p.m. at Legion Field.

Fort Robinson Aquatic Center reduces hours

The new Fort Robinson State Park Aquatic Center is among the Nebraska attractions reducing hours as the back-to-school season reduces workforce availability.

Nebraska helps secure victory against Biden-Era gas stove regulations

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit struck down a Biden-era Department of Energy rule that placed new federal limits on gas stoves and other cooking appliances. The court ruled that the Biden Administration broke federal law.

Syracuse man sentenced in Gordon child sexual abuse material case

A 61-year-old Syracuse man has been sentenced to prison in a Sheridan County child sexual abuse material case.

Wounded Knee man sentenced after baseball bat assault in Gordon

A 49-year-old Wounded Knee man has been sentenced to 90 days in jail for assaulting a man with a baseball bat.

Rushville man tasered after Rapid City police say he pointed rifle at another person and fled

A 21-year-old Rushville man is facing aggravated assault and obstruction charges after Rapid City police say he pointed a rifle at another person, fled from a traffic stop and was taken into custody at Taser-point.