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Paying It Forward: UNK grad Erick Leiva Lopez starts school counseling career in hometown

Paying It Forward: UNK grad Erick Leiva Lopez starts school counseling career in hometown

  • Jessica Kennedy

Erick Leiva Lopez knows exactly what kind of educator he wants to be.

Pediatric story time offers hands-on experience for families at Lexington Library

Pediatric story time offers hands-on experience for families at Lexington Library

  • Ashley Mohler

Lexington Regional Health Center's pediatric team served as special guests during Story Time at the Lexington Public Library on Wednesday, July 22, providing families with an interactive storytelling experience.

Cozad's Jackson Armstead wins champion sheep carcass contest at Dawson County Fair

Cozad's Jackson Armstead wins champion sheep carcass contest at Dawson County Fair

  • Jessica Kennedy

It was the second year Clover Kid 4-H’ers were able to show their animals. Woodrow Barnes (G), Shaya Klemm (L), and Skip Wolf (C) showed their sheep and were awarded ribbons.

Seven 4-H'ers earn purple ribbons during bucket calf show at Dawson County Fair

Seven 4-H'ers earn purple ribbons during bucket calf show at Dawson County Fair

  • Jessica Kennedy

The Dawson County Fair bucket calf show took place Thursday, July 10 at the fairgrounds in Lexington.

Lexington's Jaelin Wolfinger wins overall grand champion at feeder calf show at the Dawson County Fair

Lexington's Jaelin Wolfinger wins overall grand champion at feeder calf show at the Dawson County Fair

  • Jessica Kennedy

SHOWMANSHIP

Overton's Owen Lassen earns overall grand champion market beef champion at Dawson County Fair; other beef show results

Overton's Owen Lassen earns overall grand champion market beef champion at Dawson County Fair; other beef show results

  • Jessica Kennedy

SHOWMANSHIP

Early childhood professionals invited to Fifth annual Child Care Professionals Renewal Summit near Cozad

Early childhood professionals invited to Fifth annual Child Care Professionals Renewal Summit near Cozad

  • Jessica Kennedy

COZAD — Child care professionals from across Nebraska are invited to attend the 5th Annual Child Care Professionals Renewal Summit, taking place August 28–29, at Camp Comeca near Cozad.

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Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for July 24

Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for July 24

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Hallam residents voice concerns about proposed Monolith data center at town hall

Hallam residents voice concerns about proposed Monolith data center at town hall

About 200 Hallam residents and concerned neighbors alike packed the village's auditorium for a town hall on carbon black company Monolith's proposed modular data center and Olive Creek expansion.

National campaign addresses 'e-ride' safety as Omaha area sees more crashes

National campaign addresses 'e-ride' safety as Omaha area sees more crashes

A growing number of traffic collisions involving electric bikes and scooters are prompting travel groups such as AAA to launch electric ride safety campaigns.

Man who killed girlfriend, dumped body near Lincoln loses appeal

Man who killed girlfriend, dumped body near Lincoln loses appeal

The judge said the jury "likely surmised that part of Evans’ plan to avoid prosecution was to frame Jones for the crimes. The evidence against Evans was substantial."

Future students of new Papillion La Vista elementary school tour the building

Future students of new Papillion La Vista elementary school tour the building

The Papillion La Vista district is preparing to open its 17th elementary school. Future students of the school got to take a look at the building Thursday.

Growing number of Nebraskans support cannabis — UNL data shows why

Growing number of Nebraskans support cannabis — UNL data shows why

A new UNL survey shows support for medical cannabis has climbed to 84% in Nebraska, while more residents report using marijuana and THC products.

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Lincoln public art sculpture shattered in crash, headed for restoration

Lincoln public art sculpture shattered in crash, headed for restoration

After nearly seven years outside Eakes Office Solutions, "Haymarket Warmth" was knocked down in a crash. Now its creator is taking it home to restore.

Top Journal Star photos and videos for July 2026

Top Journal Star photos and videos for July 2026

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Trump fetes Dodgers at the White House again, saying the team is 'one of the great brands'

Trump fetes Dodgers at the White House again, saying the team is 'one of the great brands'

Trump and Xi set for high-stakes AI showdown this September

Trump and Xi set for high-stakes AI showdown this September

Dan Osborn holds press conference to highlight the rural policy approaches of his 2026 U.S. Senate bid

Dan Osborn holds press conference to highlight the rural policy approaches of his 2026 U.S. Senate bid

Papillion La Vista district prepares to welcome students to newest elementary school

Papillion La Vista district prepares to welcome students to newest elementary school

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Huskers in the NFL: Where former Nebraska players stand as training camps begin

Huskers in the NFL: Where former Nebraska players stand as training camps begin

The battle for NFL roster spots is about to begin. This year, that includes more than two dozen former Nebraska players.

'We look good': Nebraska quarterback Anthony Colandrea bullish on offense

'We look good': Nebraska quarterback Anthony Colandrea bullish on offense

Whatever confidence Anthony Colandrea expressed for Nebraska’s outlook in the spring, the quarterback doubled down Thursday during his first public interview in months.

Just: Searching for answers about Nebraska football's 2026 season with a Magic 8 Ball

Just: Searching for answers about Nebraska football's 2026 season with a Magic 8 Ball

As Big Ten Media Days is set to begin, Amie Just consulted her Magic 8 Ball for preliminary predictions on how Nebraska football might navigate a tough 2026 schedule.

Husker Camp Countdown: No. 12 Dwayne McDougle

Husker Camp Countdown: No. 12 Dwayne McDougle

Nebraska hired Rob Aurich away from San Diego State to be its new defensive coordinator. Dwayne McDougle followed him from the west coast to be an on-field leader for the Blackshirts this fall.

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Prairie lights and night sights at Rowe Sanctuary
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Prairie lights and night sights at Rowe Sanctuary

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Enjoy family-friendly night hikes, games and insect discovery at Audubon’s Rowe Sanctuary during Prairie Lights & Night Sights on Saturday, July 25, 9–11 p.m.

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Mindful bird walk at Rowe Sanctuary
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Mindful bird walk at Rowe Sanctuary

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Beginner-friendly mindful bird walk at Rowe Sanctuary invites participants to slow down, observe birds with curiosity, and gently reconnect with nature.

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Blue-green algae advisory issued for Eagle Scout Lake
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Blue-green algae advisory issued for Eagle Scout Lake

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Grand Island Parks & Recreation reports blue-green algae at Eagle Scout Lake, urges visitors to avoid affected areas while officials continue monitoring.

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North Platte Recreation Center swim competency test
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North Platte Recreation Center swim competency test

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Youth under 48 inches can access deep-water attractions at the North Platte Recreation Center by passing a Red Cross swim competency test offered at set times.

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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.

Disney's 'Descendants' returns with a new adventure | Streamed & Screened podcast

Disney's 'Descendants' returns with a new adventure | Streamed & Screened podcast

Disney has plenty of film franchises, but the biggest in recent years has to be the direct-to-streaming "Descendants" series. Here from the stars of the new movie.

What can leaving home teach us about ourselves? | The Ethical Life podcast

What can leaving home teach us about ourselves? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 From Scotland to small-town Iowa, meaningful journeys often reshape perspective through unexpected encounters, memorable stories and renewed appreciation.

Is starting over an act of courage or an act of escape? | The Ethical Life podcast

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🎧 The hosts explore personal reinvention, lifelong obligations and whether pursuing fulfillment can justify leaving behind commitments, relationships and the people who depend upon us.

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'It is poison' says mother whose son died of synthetic kratom overdose

'It is poison' says mother whose son died of synthetic kratom overdose

Kratom products can easily be found at gas stations, convenience stores and smoke shops.

Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ makes the most of the most

Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ makes the most of the most

Homer’s “The Odyssey” doesn’t seem like the stuff of summer blockbusters, but it is thanks to director Christopher Nolan.

How ‘Cool Machine’ pulls Colson Whitehead back in for one last heist

How ‘Cool Machine’ pulls Colson Whitehead back in for one last heist

For “Cool Machine,” the 1980s-set final novel in his Harlem crime trilogy, Colson Whitehead drew inspiration from another classic American story. That’s right, “Die Hard.” While there aren’t any obvious parallels between the movie and his novel’s three sections, Whitehead says the idea of the 1988 blockbuster action film, which stars Bruce Willis as a New York City cop trying to make things ...

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