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Susan Bennett: What to pack

Susan Bennett: What to pack

  • Jessica Kennedy

I love to travel. I would do a lot more of it if I had the funds.

Paul Hammel: Resilient Nebraskans always say 'it could have been worse'

Paul Hammel: Resilient Nebraskans always say 'it could have been worse'

  • Jessica Kennedy

Back in the day, reporters used to be able to hitch a ride with the governor or National Guard to the site of a disastrous tornado or flood.

Sarah Neben: Cooper's gift

Sarah Neben: Cooper's gift

  • Jessica Kennedy

When you combine dogs and country life, you are guaranteed to be greeted with a few surprises — especially as we enter the warmer months.

What to know about America’s 250th celebration in your town

What to know about America’s 250th celebration in your town

  • Ashley Mohler

The 250th year of America is fast approaching, with our nation’s anniversary just around the corner.

Bronze eagle sculpture created for America 250 goes up at the Buffalo County fairgrounds

Bronze eagle sculpture created for America 250 goes up at the Buffalo County fairgrounds

  • Kearney Hub

A seven-foot-tall bronze statue of an eagle is now standing at the Buffalo County Fairgrounds. It was created by Mike Sughroue in honor of America's 250th birthday.

Dawson County Commissioners discuss police training during brief meeting

Dawson County Commissioners discuss police training during brief meeting

  • Ashley Mohler

The Dawson County Board of Commissioners held a brief meeting Monday, June 22, lasting about 15 minutes.

Overton's Parker Walahoski wins first place at Nebraska Beef Ambassador contest

Overton's Parker Walahoski wins first place at Nebraska Beef Ambassador contest

  • Jessica Kennedy

LINCOLN — Nebraska Cattlemen’s NCW - Consumer Education and Promotion Committee announced the results of the 2026 Nebraska Beef Ambassador Contest, held on June 11 in Lexington.

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Lexington man charged with three sexual assault felonies

Lexington man charged with three sexual assault felonies

Gosper County Sheriff's Office investigating drowning death at Johnson Lake

Gosper County Sheriff's Office investigating drowning death at Johnson Lake

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Extreme Heat Warning in Effect Until 9 PM CDT Tuesday

What migrants say happened inside Nebraska's new ICE detention center

What migrants say happened inside Nebraska's new ICE detention center

Three former detainees describe what it's like inside Nebraska's McCook immigration detention facility.

NU regents to consider new partner in Nebraska Medicine after Clarkson exit

NU regents to consider new partner in Nebraska Medicine after Clarkson exit

On Monday, the NU Board of Regents will consider agreements laying out a new, temporary structure that would establish the Omaha Community Foundation as a potential partner in Nebraska Medicine.

Mysterious new political party begins collecting signatures in Nebraska

Mysterious new political party begins collecting signatures in Nebraska

A group seeking to place a new political party on Nebraska's 2026 ballot started gathering signatures in recent days to start the "Nebraska Working People Party." The move could impact close races.

Before America 250, Omaha’s Bicentennial celebration filled streets, parks and rail cars

Before America 250, Omaha’s Bicentennial celebration filled streets, parks and rail cars

Before its big blowouts for the Bicentennial in 1976, Omaha celebrated July 4 in style in 1876 and 1926.

Lincoln mayor proposes 46% increase in city operations budget

Lincoln mayor proposes 46% increase in city operations budget

Here's a look at proposed budgets for the city's law, finance, human resources and information services departments.

Boys coach of the year: The long road to a championship for Alex Bahe and Southwest

Boys coach of the year: The long road to a championship for Alex Bahe and Southwest

Alex Bahe could feel the pressure mounting at Southwest to deliver a state tournament team. In March, the Silver Hawks cut down the nets.

Girls coach of the year: How patience helped Tommy Johnson build North Star into title team

Girls coach of the year: How patience helped Tommy Johnson build North Star into title team

The first season brought running clocks and 40-point losses. Four years later, Tommy Johnson guided North Star to the first girls basketball state championship in school history.

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Get ready to mark America's 250th anniversary

View all of our stories about America's 250th anniversary. 

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Just: The top 10 moments — and honorable mentions — from an incredible year in Nebraska Athletics

Just: The top 10 moments — and honorable mentions — from an incredible year in Nebraska Athletics

To cap an incredible, historic year in Nebraska Athletics, Amie Just ranks her top 10 moments, plus plenty of scenes worthy of honorable mention. 

Husker Camp Countdown: No. 38 Kwinten Ives

Husker Camp Countdown: No. 38 Kwinten Ives

With Emmett Johnson now a Kansas City Chief, Nebraska’s running back hierarchy is unsettled. The starting job is up for grabs a year later.

McKewon: Nebraska football earned back some respect. Now Rhule wants a team foes 'fear'

McKewon: Nebraska football earned back some respect. Now Rhule wants a team foes 'fear'

While Matt Rhule plans to be "stoic" about preseason prognostications, writes Sam McKewon, the Nebraska coach knows what he wants — a football team opponents "fear."

A sport-by-sport look at how the NCAA's new 5 in 5 ruling affects Nebraska Athletics

A sport-by-sport look at how the NCAA's new 5 in 5 ruling affects Nebraska Athletics

The NCAA's new five in five eligibility model will have profound effects on many Nebraska sports teams in the short and long term. Here is a sport-by-sport look.

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Two-day Blue & Gold Volleyball Camp offers skills, position and team training for students entering grades 5–12, led by veteran UNK coach Squiers.

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CCC students earn medals at SkillsUSA nationals
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Central Community College students earned multiple medals at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta, including two gold-winning contests.

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A whimsical dinosaur-themed story follows archaeologist Professor Montague Tobias Wobblebottom IV, offering fun facts for kids and parents with Toby Kid.

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UNK women’s basketball elite camp overview
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Girls entering ninth through 12th grades receive focused training from Coach Johnson and staff on offensive and defensive skills, plus Lopers-style drills and habits.

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🎧 As the nation approaches its 250th birthday, the hosts examine patriotism, historical memory and whether gratitude can coexist with honest reflection.

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🎧 From grocery stores to manufacturing plants, the hosts examine trust, listening and relationship-building as keys to long-term organizational success.

What happens when fewer people choose to have children? | The Ethical Life podcast

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🎧 Large households once seemed ordinary. Today they often attract curiosity. The hosts discuss evolving norms around family size and personal fulfillment.

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There's 'menopause legislation' in the works. What does that mean?

There's 'menopause legislation' in the works. What does that mean?

One in five women delayed or passed up menopause treatment due to financial concerns and only 26% have insurance coverage for hormone replacement therapy, according to a 2025 study.  

Stop texting passwords to your partner, it's riskier than you think

Stop texting passwords to your partner, it's riskier than you think

Think of it like leaving a copy of your house key in an unlocked mailbox: convenient in the moment, risky forever after.

Book review: ‘Art of Toy Story 5’ adds to the story

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Readers can get a look behind the scenes of the new movie with the accompanying book, “The Art of ‘Toy Story 5.’”

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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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