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Opening statements, first witness testimony begins Rodriguez-Linares trial

Opening statements, first witness testimony begins Rodriguez-Linares trial

  • Jessica Kennedy

The opening statements and first witness testimonies were heard Tuesday, Aug. 4, in the case against Aristh Rodriguez-Linares of Lexington in connection to the shooting death of Maykel Farinas Carballo.

Dawson County Fair 4-H horse show results

Dawson County Fair 4-H horse show results

  • Jessica Kennedy

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Cozad's Natalee Rhoades wins grand champion market goat

Cozad's Natalee Rhoades wins grand champion market goat

  • Press Release

Meat goat division showmanship

Eustis hosts Back to School Bonanza

Eustis hosts Back to School Bonanza

  • Ashley Mohler

EUSTIS — On Thursday, July 30, Eustis celebrated the back-to-school season with a community event designed to help families prepare for the upcoming school year while giving students and parents a chance to reconnect before classes begin.

Dawson County 4-H announces results from small pets, cat, poultry and rabbits

Dawson County 4-H announces results from small pets, cat, poultry and rabbits

  • Press Release

Cat showmanship

Cozad's Cadey Wolf wins grand champion dairy cow

Cozad's Cadey Wolf wins grand champion dairy cow

  • Press Release

Showmanship

Bar W Lounge approved as lottery outlet by Dawson County Commissioners

Bar W Lounge approved as lottery outlet by Dawson County Commissioners

  • Ashley Mohler

The Dawson County Board of Commissioners and Board of Equalization met Friday, July 31, for a housekeeping meeting, during which commissioners approved Bar W Lounge in Gothenburg as a lottery sales outlet.

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Opening statements, first witness testimony begins Rodriguez-Linares trial

Opening statements, first witness testimony begins Rodriguez-Linares trial

Benefit volleyball tournament raises $5,900 for Dorita Glaze

Benefit volleyball tournament raises $5,900 for Dorita Glaze

Legal Marijuana NOW candidate will stay on fall ballot for Nebraska US Senate race

Legal Marijuana NOW candidate will stay on fall ballot for Nebraska US Senate race

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Good Government petition drive restarts as ballot fate remains uncertain

Good Government petition drive restarts as ballot fate remains uncertain

Petition organizers say uncertainty over ballot qualification prompted a new signature drive for three proposed Lincoln City Charter amendments.

Nominations open for 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska contest

Nominations open for 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska contest

Nominations are now open for the fifth annual Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska competition. The public will vote on 16 Nebraska-made products in a bracket-style tournament

Ex-pilot for Omaha Police Department arrested on suspicion of sexual assault

Ex-pilot for Omaha Police Department arrested on suspicion of sexual assault

An Arkansas flight instructor who briefly contracted with Omaha police’s ABLE-1 helicopter team has been arrested in a sexual assault case.

National Democrats target Mike Flood's Nebraska seat for first time in 20 years

National Democrats target Mike Flood's Nebraska seat for first time in 20 years

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has, for the first time in two decades, identified a Nebraska House contest outside of Omaha as worthy of investment.

CDC reportedly expands cyclosporiasis outbreak to Nebraska

CDC reportedly expands cyclosporiasis outbreak to Nebraska

The Washington Post reported Tuesday that the CDC planned to expand the scope of the outbreak to 15 states, adding Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire and North Carolina.

Omaha-area cyclospora cases rise, likely tied to multistate outbreak

Omaha-area cyclospora cases rise, likely tied to multistate outbreak

Douglas County health officials said Tuesday that they believe cases of cyclospora infection in the county likely are tied to a multistate, national outbreak linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce.

Legal Marijuana NOW candidate will stay on fall ballot for Nebraska US Senate race

Legal Marijuana NOW candidate will stay on fall ballot for Nebraska US Senate race

The Legal Marijuana NOW Party's U.S. Senate nominee in Nebraska, Mike Marvin, will stay on the November ballot after all.

Ask UNL's Food Doc: Why are grocery stores selling out of cottage cheese?

Ask UNL's Food Doc: Why are grocery stores selling out of cottage cheese?

Cottage cheese is back in a big way. Here's why protein is driving the dairy aisle comeback in 2026.

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Movies in a Minute: "Spider-Man Brand New Day"

Movies in a Minute: "Westhampton"

Movies in a Minute: "Westhampton"

Michigan Democratic Senate Primary Too Close To Call.

Michigan Democratic Senate Primary Too Close To Call.

FAA Investigates Marine One Airspace Safety Incident.

FAA Investigates Marine One Airspace Safety Incident.

Sports

Husker notes: Praise for Tyson Terry, 'phenomenal' offense, Owen Chambliss and 'Matt' Rhule

Husker notes: Praise for Tyson Terry, 'phenomenal' offense, Owen Chambliss and 'Matt' Rhule

Nebraska receivers tout a a "phenomenal" and "swaggy" offense while Tyson Terry earns praise and Owen Chambliss explains he addresses Matt Rhule by just his first name. 

'Mad scientist' DC, 2 QBs and more of what we learned at Nebraska football media day

'Mad scientist' DC, 2 QBs and more of what we learned at Nebraska football media day

After Nebraska football's media day, here are the three things we learned from Husker players, including a backup quarterback taking the main podium. 

Nyziah Hunter entering Year 2 at Nebraska with louder voice, lofty goals

Nyziah Hunter entering Year 2 at Nebraska with louder voice, lofty goals

Nyziah Hunter enters his second Nebraska season as the Huskers’ top returning receiver. He's embraced bigger goals, targeting a College Football Playoff berth and becoming the first receiver drafted.

'Like a football facility': Nebraska volleyball raves about renovated Devaney Sports Center

'Like a football facility': Nebraska volleyball raves about renovated Devaney Sports Center

Following an eight-month renovation, Nebraska volleyball returned to practice at the Bob Devaney Sports Center. 

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Nebraska history spotlight: Rock County Historical Society Museum
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Nebraska history spotlight: Rock County Historical Society Museum

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Rock County Historical Society Museum in Bassett preserves local railroad, pioneer, church, school, and farm history and hosts seasonal events and tours.

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2026 Cody Pool summer pass update and Rec Center access
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2026 Cody Pool summer pass update and Rec Center access

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Cody Pool closes Aug. 11, and 2026 Cody Pool passes will be honored for pool access only at the Rec Center from Aug. 12 through the end of August.

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Marker Monday: Lost airmen of World War II
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Marker Monday: Lost airmen of World War II

  • Nebraska State Historical Society
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In 1944 a C-47A transport crashed near Naper, Nebraska, killing 28 U.S. Army airmen. The article recounts the storm, investigation, and memorials for the dead.

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Clerk magistrate Maria “Mary” Rodriguez to retire Aug. 5
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Clerk magistrate Maria “Mary” Rodriguez to retire Aug. 5

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Merrick County Clerk Magistrate Maria “Mary” Rodriguez will retire on August 5, 2026, after more than five years of service as clerk magistrate in Merrick County.

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Why do we value honesty more than we practice it? | The Ethical Life podcast

Why do we value honesty more than we practice it? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 From everyday lies to artificial intelligence, the hosts examine self-deception, declining trust and how repeated choices gradually shape personal character.

'Westhampton' among independent films flying under the radar | Streamed & Screened podcast

'Westhampton' among independent films flying under the radar | Streamed & Screened podcast

The summer is for blockbusters and big budget movies, but in between there are plenty of smaller, independent films to be found.

What do we owe each other after tragedy strikes our community? | The Ethical Life podcast

What do we owe each other after tragedy strikes our community? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Grief rarely follows a single path. The hosts discuss public sorrow, private pain and why genuine relationships remain essential during difficult times.

Has the internet made us smarter or just more confident? | The Ethical Life podcast

Has the internet made us smarter or just more confident? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Easy access to information has changed how people weigh evidence, challenge authority and decide when expert advice deserves their trust.

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'Westhampton' among independent films flying under the radar | Streamed & Screened podcast

'Westhampton' among independent films flying under the radar | Streamed & Screened podcast

The summer is for blockbusters and big budget movies, but in between there are plenty of smaller, independent films to be found.

Movies in a Minute: "Spider-Man Brand New Day"

Movies in a Minute: "Spider-Man Brand New Day"

Bruce Miller, Lee Enterprises' entertainment reporter, says Tom Holland is wonderful as Spider-Man, but "Spider-Man Brand New Day" could use more grounding from Zendaya and Jacob Batalon

Movies in a Minute: "Westhampton"

Movies in a Minute: "Westhampton"

Bruce Miller, Lee Enterprises' entertainment reporter, says that "Westhampton" isn’t a simple look at going home. It’s a sign you can’t run away from your problems and expect them to disappear.

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Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Gala set for April 25

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Content by Breakthrough T1D. Learn about the Agostino family, their connection to Type 1 diabetes, and the Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Gala that will take place later this spring.

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Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

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