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UNK will expand aviation program with Loper Flight Academy using Italian-built planes

UNK will expand aviation program with Loper Flight Academy using Italian-built planes

  • TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications

The Loper Flight Academy is a major expansion of UNK's aviation program. It will provide flight training for students and community members using a fleet of seven new Tecnam aircraft.

Top returners and key departures for Dawson County high school football teams

Top returners and key departures for Dawson County high school football teams

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Lexington softball drops home opener 12-0 to Aurora Thursday evening

Lexington softball drops home opener 12-0 to Aurora Thursday evening

  • Jessica Kennedy

A hard third inning put the Lexington Minutemaid softball team behind 12-0 against Aurora in their first home game of the season.

Livin’ Out Loud goes on despite storm damage

Livin’ Out Loud goes on despite storm damage

  • Ashley Mohler

Gothenburg’s annual free Christian concert, Livin’ Out Loud, occurred Saturday, Aug. 15, with a worship service following on Sunday.

Local riders fare well at Cowboy Dressage Show in Lincoln

Local riders fare well at Cowboy Dressage Show in Lincoln

  • Press Release

Cowboy Dressage World Nebraska held their annual schooling show, CDWN Roundup, last Friday and Saturday, Aug. 7-8.

Western Nebraska Football Top 5s

Western Nebraska Football Top 5s

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Sarah Neben: Pampered pooches

Sarah Neben: Pampered pooches

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Dan and I don’t have any grandchildren yet. You would think by this point with five children, we would have accomplished that goal by now but sadly, no luck.

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Omaha boxer and Bud Crawford ally Steven Nelson acquitted in 2024 shooting

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‘Outnumbered’ at home: Brinker Harding hits Omaha airwaves with first TV ad

‘Outnumbered’ at home: Brinker Harding hits Omaha airwaves with first TV ad

Nine days after his Democratic opponent launched the ad war in Nebraska's CD2, GOP Omaha City Councilman Brinker Harding kicked off the TV part of his general election campaign Thursday.

6 controversial Head Start proposals that would affect Lincoln families

6 controversial Head Start proposals that would affect Lincoln families

As the Trump administration works to eliminate regulations for Head Start programs across the country, some Lincoln advocates worry that the move will harm the city's poorest children and families.

Texan sentenced to 68-71 years for sexually abusing young girl

Texan sentenced to 68-71 years for sexually abusing young girl

"To put it bluntly, this is just one of the worst crimes a person can commit," the prosecutor said. "And Mr. Koder did it on multiple occasions."

This September marks 25th anniversary of 9/11. Share your memories with the Journal Star

This September marks 25th anniversary of 9/11. Share your memories with the Journal Star

The Journal Star is asking readers to share memories of the morning of Sept. 11, 2001.

'Pull up a chair': Birders flock to see rare hummingbirds in Lincoln garden

'Pull up a chair': Birders flock to see rare hummingbirds in Lincoln garden

Calliope and broad-tailed hummingbirds have appeared at a new garden in southeast Lincoln planted just for them.

Photos: Jean Stothert Street unveiled during ceremony Thursday

Photos: Jean Stothert Street unveiled during ceremony Thursday

See photos as Jean Stothert Street was unveiled Thursday, Aug. 21, 2026.

Omaha boxer and Bud Crawford ally Steven Nelson acquitted in 2024 shooting

Omaha boxer and Bud Crawford ally Steven Nelson acquitted in 2024 shooting

Steven "So Cold" Nelson was acquitted of all charges related to a March 31, 2024, shooting that injured a teenage girl. A prosecutor said Nelson testified he acted in self-defense.

Childhood escape for renowned Lincoln naturalist now bears his name

Childhood escape for renowned Lincoln naturalist now bears his name

The U.S. Board on Geographic Names, which is responsible for designating the names of geographic features, approved an application to name the stream for the naturalist.

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Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

  • Jessica Kennedy

A jury found Aristh Rodriguez-Linares guilty of manslaughter and two other felonies Wednesday in Dawson County District Court.

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Sam McKewon's Video Mailbag: Which ex-college QB is most like Anthony Colandrea?

When looking at a proper comp for Anthony Colandrea among former college football QBs, Sam McKewon finds two who played high-scoring Big 12 games against each other. 

Keri Leimbach taking lessons from redshirt, and better serving into 2026 season

Keri Leimbach taking lessons from redshirt, and better serving into 2026 season

Nebraska volleyball’s practices start with a long portion of serving practice. It’s been a main focus of improvement, including for second year libero Keri Leimbach.

Nebraska soccer plays No. 8 Notre Dame to 1-1 draw

Nebraska soccer plays No. 8 Notre Dame to 1-1 draw

Nathalie Lewis found herself in the right place at the right time to help the Nebraska soccer team play No. 8 Notre Dame to a 1-1 draw.

Kansas football coach Lance Leipold weighs prospect of pros returning to college game

Kansas football coach Lance Leipold weighs prospect of pros returning to college game

Former UCLA and SMU football running back T.J. Harden, who was waived by the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks on Monday after playing in Seattle’s exhibition opener, entered the NCAA transfer portal on Wednesday. This, following a court ruling that has granted an additional season of eligibility to 16 members of the recruiting class of 2022. The fact some NFL players could be playing for colleges again ...

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Sarpy County Reentry Court held a August 4, 2026 graduation in Papillion, marking completion of intensive treatment, supervision and accountability programs.

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2026 MIAA women’s soccer poll: Lopers picked ninth
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Washburn tops the 2026 MIAA women’s soccer preseason coaches poll, with Pittsburg State second and Nebraska Kearney picked ninth in the 13-team league.

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Registration is open for the 2026 Women’s Fall Volleyball League in North Platte, with a Sept. 15 deadline, $150 team fee, and A and B recreational divisions.

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