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Cozad tops North Platte 9-3 in Tuesday home softball matchup

Cozad tops North Platte 9-3 in Tuesday home softball matchup

  • Jessica Kennedy

The Cozad lady Haymakers evened up their early season record 2-2, after defending their home field with a 9-3 Tuesday win over the North Platte Bulldogs.

Overton wins Hall of Fame Jamboree in four over Southern Valley

Overton wins Hall of Fame Jamboree in four over Southern Valley

  • Jessica Kennedy

The Overton lady Eagles won the NSAA Hall of Fame Jamboree matchup Monday in four sets over Southern Valley in Overton.

Lexington volleyball falls to Cambridge in Hall of Fame Jamboree

Lexington volleyball falls to Cambridge in Hall of Fame Jamboree

  • Jessica Kennedy

Lexington hosted the Nebraska State Activities Association Hall of Fame Jamboree Monday against Cambridge.

Emersyn Propp puts down 18 kills in Cozad's Hall of Fame Jamboree sweep of Brady

Emersyn Propp puts down 18 kills in Cozad's Hall of Fame Jamboree sweep of Brady

  • Jessica Kennedy

Cozad's Hall of Fame Jamboree started with a kill and ended on one against Brady Monday in Cozad.

West Nile Virus detected in Dawson County mosquitos

West Nile Virus detected in Dawson County mosquitos

  • Jessica Kennedy

KEARNEY — West Nile Virus (WNV) has been detected in multiple mosquito pools in the Two Rivers Public Health Department district.

Dawson County area teams sports schedule for 8/24 to 8/29

Dawson County area teams sports schedule for 8/24 to 8/29

  • Jessica Kennedy

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25-year-old Lexington man arrested for sexual assault

25-year-old Lexington man arrested for sexual assault

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A 25-year-old Lexington man has been arrested for first-degree sexual assault.

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25-year-old Lexington man arrested for sexual assault

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Cozad tops North Platte 9-3 in Tuesday home softball matchup

Cozad tops North Platte 9-3 in Tuesday home softball matchup

Emersyn Propp puts down 18 kills in Cozad's Hall of Fame Jamboree sweep of Brady

Emersyn Propp puts down 18 kills in Cozad's Hall of Fame Jamboree sweep of Brady

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Guitars, bowls and pens: Tavern's courtyard trees get new life

Guitars, bowls and pens: Tavern's courtyard trees get new life

From guitars to bowls to pens, woodworkers in Lincoln have found plenty of uses for the felled trees from the Tavern on the Square's courtyard.

Nebraska Secretary of State certifies new political parties after high court rejects appeals

Nebraska Secretary of State certifies new political parties after high court rejects appeals

Soon after the Wednesday afternoon decision, Secretary of State Bob Evnen's office said the America First Party and the Working People Party both had been certified.

Omaha man accused of stealing delivery van, leading troopers on pursuit near Seward

Omaha man accused of stealing delivery van, leading troopers on pursuit near Seward

A 24-year-old Omaha man was arrested near Seward after allegedly stealing a delivery van, according to the Nebraska State Patrol.

Judge won't force Nebraska Democrats to name U.S. Senate candidate

Judge won't force Nebraska Democrats to name U.S. Senate candidate

"In sum, under the plain language of Nebraska State Statute 32-623, a political party has the discretion to fill a vacancy after a candidate declines their nomination," the judge ruled.

Omaha Central High School student charged with swinging knife at student

Omaha Central High School student charged with swinging knife at student

The boy has been charged in juvenile court with attempted second-degree assault and use of a weapon to commit a felony in connection to the Tuesday morning incident.

Omaha man sentenced to decades in prison in killing of college basketball player

Omaha man sentenced to decades in prison in killing of college basketball player

A Douglas County judge sentenced an Omaha man to 80-120 years in prison Wednesday for the fatal South Omaha shooting of a college student in 2024.

Omaha police elevate Old Market security as weekend fights continue

Omaha police elevate Old Market security as weekend fights continue

A disturbance involving numerous people early Sunday in Old Market led to a large response from Omaha police and at least four arrests.

Lincoln motorcyclist in life-threatening condition

Lincoln motorcyclist in life-threatening condition

A 28-year-old Lincoln man remains in life-threatening condition after a collision in southeast Lincoln on Saturday afternoon.

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Rhule on the radio: Nebraska coach bullish on 'baller' Anthony Colandrea, new position coaches

Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule gushed about quarterback Anthony Colandrea's ability to adapt to NU's system without letting it change his playmaking skills: "He’s a gunslinger. He’s a baller."

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How to watch Nebraska volleyball at Spikes Under the Lights

Spikes Under the Lights brings four of the top teams in women’s college volleyball together for a one-night primetime showdown at AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys.

Shatel: Don't fast forward to the end on Nebraska volleyball's Fantastic Four

Shatel: Don't fast forward to the end on Nebraska volleyball's Fantastic Four

Nebraska's Fantastic Four seniors want to win a national title, writes Tom Shatel, but don't fast forward to this year's Final Four without appreciating the journey first. 

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NPCC and NPCP announce open auditions for 2026-27 season
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NPCC and NPCP will hold open auditions Sept. 14–16 for three 2026–2027 season musicals at the Fox Theatre in North Platte, with roles for varied ages.

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Douglas County Young Adult Court celebrates graduation
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Douglas County Young Adult Court in Omaha honored graduates on August 19, 2026, for completing a structured treatment and supervision program.

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2026 arts in the park show at Cody Park, North Platte
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The 2026 Arts in the Park show will be held Sept. 12 at Cody Park in North Platte, featuring 100+ vendors, food trucks and family-friendly activities.

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Two participants graduate from Sarpy County Reentry Court
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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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