Train derails in Mitchell, leaving several cars overturned
Authorities say there are no injuries at this time.
Train derails in Mitchell on Sept. 10, 2026(Mitchell Police Chief Seth Gott)
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Hundreds of Nebraska students compete in range judging near Valentine
More than 300 Nebraska students spent a day outside south of Valentine putting their knowledge of plants and rangeland to the test.
The Garden That Keeps Valentine Pastor Scott’s Legacy Growing
Harvest season is a time gardeners look forward to, but this year, one garden in Valentine carries a deeper meaning.
Bennett County Homecoming king nearly died day before ceremony
Bennett County High School’s new homecoming king nearly died Monday. Two days later, he was back home after emergency surgery.
Cat in the Hat social media trend prompts investigation at Rock County schools
Rock County Public Schools is working with law enforcement after the district became aware of social media posts connected to a viral TikTok trend involving the fictional “Cat in the Hat” character.
Norfolk man sentenced for assaulting federal officer on Pine Ridge Reservation
A 36-year-old Norfolk, Nebraska, man with a lengthy criminal history has been sentenced to nearly six years in federal prison for assaulting a federal officer during a high-speed pursuit on the Pine Ridge Reservation.
Cherry County Events Center raises $1.5 million to match anonymous gift
The Cherry County Events Center has reached a major fundraising milestone, raising the additional $1.5 million needed to secure a matching gift and bring the project’s total funding close to $5 million.