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Public defender requests employee salary increase during Dawson County Commissioners meeting

Public defender requests employee salary increase during Dawson County Commissioners meeting

  • Ashley Mohler

Dawson County Public Defender Patrick Tar brought two requests before the Dawson County Board of Commissioners on Wednesday, July 1.

Lexington student among 51 high school cadets who trained like troopers at Junior Law Academy

Lexington student among 51 high school cadets who trained like troopers at Junior Law Academy

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GRAND ISLAND — Fifty-one high school students from communities across Nebraska had the opportunity to train like a trooper at the Nebraska State Patrol Training Academy.

City of Lexington hosts music, fireworks and food trucks ahead of Independence Day

City of Lexington hosts music, fireworks and food trucks ahead of Independence Day

  • Ashley Mohler

Families gathered at Lexington’s Kirkpatrick Memorial Park Wednesday evening for the city's annual Fourth of July celebration, featuring food trucks, live music and a fireworks display.

Cozad and Hi-Line split wins against each other Tuesday in Cozad

Cozad and Hi-Line split wins against each other Tuesday in Cozad

  • Jessica Kennedy

COZAD — Cozad Reds seniors captured their first win of the season Tuesday after defeating Hi-Line 9-1 in a game that began June 25.

Gunner Thompson's sixth inning homerun drives in three runs as Gothenburg tops Lexington 8-0

Gunner Thompson's sixth inning homerun drives in three runs as Gothenburg tops Lexington 8-0

  • Jessica Kennedy

GOTHENBURG — Gothenburg's Gunner Thompson stepped back into the box at home plate on a 2-2 count Wednesday against Lexington.

Lexington juniors end losing streak after defeating Hastings 13-4 Tuesday

Lexington juniors end losing streak after defeating Hastings 13-4 Tuesday

  • Jessica Kennedy

The Lexington Heartland Chevrolet Legion juniors ended an eight-game losing streak Tuesday after beating Hastings 13-4 at home.

Gothenburg Pony Express Rodeo offers kids and veterans nights in celebration of Independence Day

Gothenburg Pony Express Rodeo offers kids and veterans nights in celebration of Independence Day

  • Ashley Mohler

The Gothenburg Pony Express Rodeo returns for its annual Independence Day weekend event, featuring two performances beginning at 7:30 p.m. with special nights honoring children and veterans.

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Gunner Thompson's sixth inning homerun drives in three runs as Gothenburg tops Lexington 8-0

Gunner Thompson's sixth inning homerun drives in three runs as Gothenburg tops Lexington 8-0

Kearney youth center scandal snowballs as fourth ex-worker arrested, another sent to jail

Kearney youth center scandal snowballs as fourth ex-worker arrested, another sent to jail

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Fourth of July celebrations Friday and Saturday could be foiled by evening storms

Fourth of July celebrations Friday and Saturday could be foiled by evening storms

Hot and humid conditions could morph into evening storms, disrupting outdoor Fourth of July celebrations on Friday and Saturday.

Nebraska athletics gets new Omaha radio home — with old WOW branding — on 590

Nebraska athletics gets new Omaha radio home — with old WOW branding — on 590

Walnut Media has acquired Omaha's AM 590, reviving the historic WOW call letters and becoming the new Omaha-area home for Husker sports. 

Uncle Sam Jam start time delayed due to heat; fireworks still set for 10 p.m.

Uncle Sam Jam start time delayed due to heat; fireworks still set for 10 p.m.

The start time of Uncle Sam Jam, Lincoln's annual Independence Day celebration at Haymarket Park, was pushed to 6 p.m. Friday.

Omaha police arrest woman in shooting that left another woman critically injured

Omaha police arrest woman in shooting that left another woman critically injured

An Omaha woman was arrested Thursday in connection with a shooting that left another woman hospitalized, the Omaha Police Department said.

Ex-Lincoln orthopedic surgeon accused of inappropriate conduct

Ex-Lincoln orthopedic surgeon accused of inappropriate conduct

A Lincoln orthopedic surgeon terminated from his job at Bryan Health is facing disciplinary action on his medical license for alleged inappropriate sexual comments and conduct toward staff.

Two children, ages 3 and 4, hospitalized after possible THC gummy overdose

Two children, ages 3 and 4, hospitalized after possible THC gummy overdose

Two children, ages 3 and 4, were taken to a hospital in critical condition Wednesday after an apparent overdose on THC gummies.

Air conditioner falling behind? Lincoln expert offers ways to save money on repairs

Air conditioner falling behind? Lincoln expert offers ways to save money on repairs

Constantine Syniy, owner of All Pro Heating and Air Conditioning, said his company receives many calls for assistance, when often a do-it-yourself solution may be available.

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'Never a red card. Never.' - Mauricio Pochettino left frustrated by Folarin Balogun's dismissal during USA's 2-0 victory

'Never a red card. Never.' - Mauricio Pochettino left frustrated by Folarin Balogun's dismissal during USA's 2-0 victory

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Nebraska athletics gets new Omaha radio home — with old WOW branding — on 590

Nebraska athletics gets new Omaha radio home — with old WOW branding — on 590

Walnut Media has acquired Omaha's AM 590, reviving the historic WOW call letters and becoming the new Omaha-area home for Husker sports. 

'Never a red card. Never.' - Mauricio Pochettino left frustrated by Folarin Balogun's dismissal during USA's 2-0 victory

'Never a red card. Never.' - Mauricio Pochettino left frustrated by Folarin Balogun's dismissal during USA's 2-0 victory

'Never a red card. Never.' - Mauricio Pochettino left frustrated by Folarin Balogun's dismissal during USA's 2-0 victory against Bosnia-Herzegovina

An MLB pitching prospect in Charlotte is also an overqualified local sportswriter

An MLB pitching prospect in Charlotte is also an overqualified local sportswriter

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The tackle box and fishing rods were in the trunk. The bass they didn’t catch still swam in the remote pond. The son, Duncan Davitt, was 9 years old in the passenger seat, and the father, Mark, was steering their gray Chevy Impala away from Illinois Street and back toward their hometown of Indianola, Iowa, when a question flashed through his mind. So the father asked it. What ...

Mark Story: On balance, Mitch Barnhart left Kentucky athletics better than he found it

LEXINGTON, Ky. — In the 24 years Mitch Barnhart spent as Kentucky athletics director, UK’s financial investment in sports exploded. When then-Kentucky president Lee T. Todd Jr. lured Barnhart away from Oregon State to become UK AD in 2002, the University of Kentucky athletics budget was $43 million. This week, as Barnhart retires after 24 years leading Wildcat sports, the UK athletics budget ...

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Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a cookout, games, live music, and fireworks over the pond at Prairie View Gardens. RSVP by June 23 is requested.

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Brookestone Gardens residents and loved ones are invited to an Independence Day barbecue on Thursday, July 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. RSVP by June 29.

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Blue & Gold Volleyball Camp offers two-day individual skills training for grades 5–12, featuring position work, competitions and coaching led by veteran coach Squiers.

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CSC cross country and track academic all-district team announced
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Ten Nebraska Kearney cross country and track athletes earned CSC Academic All-District honors under updated criteria requiring a 3.50 GPA and regional ranking.

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