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‘We are so proud’: Lexington soccer team gave town something to cheer for

‘We are so proud’: Lexington soccer team gave town something to cheer for

  • Naomi Delkamiller Flatwater Free Press

The Lexington boys soccer team fell to Gretna in the Class B state soccer championship this year. But their run still gave the town hope in a heartbreaking year.

Kids encouraged to abandon screens and get active at Lexington YMCA

Kids encouraged to abandon screens and get active at Lexington YMCA

  • Ashley Mohler

Younger kids can “Find the Fun in Fitness” at Lexington’s Orthman Community YMCA this summer with Fit Kids Camp.

Lexington library offers safety workshop and bike rodeo 

Lexington library offers safety workshop and bike rodeo 

  • Ashley Mohler

Lexington Public Library is hosting its annual Summer Safety Workshop and Bike Rodeo on May 29 to promote family safety during summer activities, featuring community partners offering educational stations and a bike obstacle course.

Lexington 14U baseball goes 1-1 this week

Lexington 14U baseball goes 1-1 this week

  • Jessica Kennedy

COZAD — The Lexington 14U "Pony" baseball team went 1-1 this past week in their second week of the season.

22 years ago today: The historic disaster that forever changed a Nebraska community.

22 years ago today: The historic disaster that forever changed a Nebraska community.

  • Lincoln Journal Star

A tornado swept through Hallam on May 22, 2004, leveling most homes and businesses. Volunteers in surrounding communities including Lincoln came together to help with the cleanup. Do you remember?

Overton boys golf claims District D-4 runner-up title

Overton boys golf claims District D-4 runner-up title

  • Jessica Kennedy

The Overton Eagles boys golf team finished as the Class D-4 District runners-up May 19 at Lakeside Country Club at Johnson Lake.

Cozad track athletes bring home state hardware

Cozad track athletes bring home state hardware

  • Jessica Kennedy

OMAHA — A group of Cozad seniors left it all on the track and field during the Class B State Championships Wednesday and Thursday at Burke High School in Omaha.

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Gothenburg's Bryson Neels wins Class B 800-meter state gold

Gothenburg's Bryson Neels wins Class B 800-meter state gold

Lexington's Kuecker, Portillo-Munoz earn state track medals

Lexington's Kuecker, Portillo-Munoz earn state track medals

Jennie Edmundson, Acadia to open 96-bed behavioral health hospital in Council Bluffs

Jennie Edmundson, Acadia to open 96-bed behavioral health hospital in Council Bluffs

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5 people injured in 2-vehicle Lincoln crash; one in life-threatening condition

5 people injured in 2-vehicle Lincoln crash; one in life-threatening condition

Shortly after 10:30 a.m., emergency crews with the Lincoln Police Department and Lincoln Fire and Rescue were dispatched to the collision at the intersection of North 48th and R Streets.

Fischer, Ricketts to speak at Forest Lawn Cemetery Memorial Day event in Omaha

Fischer, Ricketts to speak at Forest Lawn Cemetery Memorial Day event in Omaha

Omaha’s Forest Lawn Funeral Home, Cemetery and Mausoleum will hold a public Memorial Day ceremony to honor U.S. Armed Forces members who have lost their lives.

56-year-old man dead after single-vehicle crash in southwest Lincoln, police say

56-year-old man dead after single-vehicle crash in southwest Lincoln, police say

One person has died after a vehicle crash in southwest Lincoln Friday morning, police say.

Nebraska Supreme Court affirms workers' comp decision against widow

Nebraska Supreme Court affirms workers' comp decision against widow

At trial, Foltz Brothers and its insurer stipulated that Thomas Hastreiter had been injured in the course of his work. But they said his preexisting cancer caused his death.

Northeast Senior Center to reopen next week; Grace Lutheran center closure extended

Northeast Senior Center to reopen next week; Grace Lutheran center closure extended

After being closed since March, Aging Partners' Northeast Senior Center is set to reopen next week.

Hilgers warns Lincoln minimum wage ordinance may face lawsuits

Hilgers warns Lincoln minimum wage ordinance may face lawsuits

Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers says Lincoln’s new minimum wage ordinance could face legal challenges over conflicts with state law.

Omaha team goes undefeated, wins world championship at 900-team robotics competition

Omaha team goes undefeated, wins world championship at 900-team robotics competition

A Nebraska robotics team just beat 900 teams from 42 countries. Brownell Talbot finished 23-0 to win the VEX world title.

Lincoln man accused of making racial slurs against woman, children in store

Lincoln man accused of making racial slurs against woman, children in store

Police say a Lincoln man hurled racial slurs and threats at a woman and her children inside a north Lincoln Sam’s Club. He now faces child abuse charges.

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How Stephen Colbert Took a Parting Shot at CBS During His Last 'Late Show' Episode

How Stephen Colbert Took a Parting Shot at CBS During His Last 'Late Show' Episode

NASCAR’s Kyle Busch ‘Became Unresponsive’ In Racing Simulator Before His Shocking Death: Report

NASCAR’s Kyle Busch ‘Became Unresponsive’ In Racing Simulator Before His Shocking Death: Report

Remembering Kyle Busch's Iconic NASCAR Career

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NASCAR’s Kyle Busch ‘Became Unresponsive’ In Racing Simulator Before His Shocking Death: Report

NASCAR’s Kyle Busch ‘Became Unresponsive’ In Racing Simulator Before His Shocking Death: Report

NASCAR says Kyle Busch became unresponsive while testing in a Chevrolet racing simulator at Charlotte Motor Speedway. According to the 'Associated Press,' Busch, 41, was then transported to a hospital in Charlotte and died on May 21. NASCAR confirmed Busch’s death on May 21, 2026 saying he h…

McKewon: Iowa haunts Nebraska's dreams, but Hawkeyes have holes to fill in 2026

McKewon: Iowa haunts Nebraska's dreams, but Hawkeyes have holes to fill in 2026

It'd be foolish to underestimate Iowa football, writes Sam McKewon, but the Hawkeyes have more holes to fill than usual headed into 2026. 

Remembering Kyle Busch's Iconic NASCAR Career

Remembering Kyle Busch's Iconic NASCAR Career

Here is a list of Kyle Busch’s accomplishments: Busch’s biggest accomplishment was arguably his 2015 NASCAR Series Cup win, when he missed 11 races due to foot and leg injuries.

Scott Fowler: Panthers’ first radio voice applied for NFL job. The rejection letter made him laugh.

Scott Fowler: Panthers’ first radio voice applied for NFL job. The rejection letter made him laugh.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Bill Rosinski, the original radio voice of the Carolina Panthers, got rejected for the Baltimore Ravens’ NFL play-by-play job Wednesday. And when he opened the rejection email that broke this news to him, he started laughing in disbelief. The form letter read, in part: “At this time, we have decided to pursue other candidates whose background and experience are more closely ...

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Mid-Plains Community College math instructor Joanna Jacobs will receive NISOD’s 2026 Excellence in Teaching Award, recognizing her dedication to student success.

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