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Lexington's Mexican community engages in cultural celebration at public library

Lexington's Mexican community engages in cultural celebration at public library

  • Ashley Mohler

Cinco de Mayo means more than a date — for Lexington families, it’s about honoring roots, sharing food and keeping traditions alive.

Jason Kennedy promoted to president, COO of Nebraska Community Foundation

Jason Kennedy promoted to president, COO of Nebraska Community Foundation

  • Jessica Kennedy

LINCOLN — After a decade of dedicated service as Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, Jason Kennedy has been promoted to president and chief operating officer of Nebraska Community Foundation, a statewide organization focused on strengthening Nebraska communities through philanthropy.

Cozad girls, Swede boys earn runner-up titles at Gothenburg junior high Dutch Zorn Invite

Cozad girls, Swede boys earn runner-up titles at Gothenburg junior high Dutch Zorn Invite

  • Jessica Kennedy

GOTHENBURG — Gothenburg Middle School hosted the Gothenburg junior high Dutch Zorn Invite Thursday afternoon.

Cozad boys win Dawson County golf triangular

Cozad boys win Dawson County golf triangular

  • Jessica Kennedy

COZAD — The Cozad Haymakers hosted the annual Dawson County golf triangular Thursday against Lexington and Gothenburg at Cozad Country Club.

Arbuthnot, Ryan to receive CCC's commemorative medallion

Arbuthnot, Ryan to receive CCC's commemorative medallion

  • Jessica Kennedy

COLUMBUS — The inaugural list of Central Community College All-Stars has been announced by CCC athletics.

Lexington's Ashley Najera receives Nebraska Scholastic Wrestling Coaches Association female senior scholarship

Lexington's Ashley Najera receives Nebraska Scholastic Wrestling Coaches Association female senior scholarship

  • Jessica Kennedy

Lexington senior Ashley Najera was recently honored as the Nebraska Scholastic Wrestling Coaches Association female senior scholarship winner.

UPDATED: City Council approves acquisition agreement for parts of Tyson property

UPDATED: City Council approves acquisition agreement for parts of Tyson property

  • Ashley Mohler

The city of Lexington will acquire and manage certain Tyson-owned assets, including the wastewater treatment facility and farmland. The city will have access to Tyson's rail spur.

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Lexington's Ashley Najera receives Nebraska Scholastic Wrestling Coaches Association female senior scholarship

Lexington's Ashley Najera receives Nebraska Scholastic Wrestling Coaches Association female senior scholarship

Cozad girls, Swede boys earn runner-up titles at Gothenburg junior high Dutch Zorn Invite

Cozad girls, Swede boys earn runner-up titles at Gothenburg junior high Dutch Zorn Invite

Lexington's Mexican community engages in cultural celebration at public library

Lexington's Mexican community engages in cultural celebration at public library

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PACs spend millions in Nebraska's CD2 Democratic primary

PACs spend millions in Nebraska's CD2 Democratic primary

Political action committees have have spent big in the CD2 Democratic primary to support Denise Powell and attack Sen. John Cavanaugh. 

Nebraska man chasing unusual world record at Lincoln Marathon, inspired by Boys Town youth

Nebraska man chasing unusual world record at Lincoln Marathon, inspired by Boys Town youth

Inspired by Boys Town youth, Jake Albanez hopes to become the fastest man to ever run a marathon in a cap and gown when he takes to Lincoln's streets Sunday.

Nebraska man chasing unusual world record at Lincoln Marathon, inspired by Boys Town youth

Nebraska man chasing unusual world record at Lincoln Marathon, inspired by Boys Town youth

Inspired by Boys Town youth, Jake Albanez hopes to become the fastest man to ever run a marathon in a cap and gown when he takes to Lincoln's streets Sunday.

Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for May 2

Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for May 2

Read through the obituaries published today in The Lincoln Journal Star.

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'Perfect spring weather' will greet customers at Omaha Farmers Market this weekend

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Omaha teacher who 'changed the lives of generations of students' has street named for her

Omaha teacher who 'changed the lives of generations of students' has street named for her

A two-block portion of Western Avenue in front of Omaha's Creighton Prep was officially renamed to Tessie O. Edwards Avenue on Wednesday.

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McKewon: 'New chapter,' same chip for Indiana culture that dares Big Ten, Nebraska to catch up

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It's a "new chapter" for Indiana football, writes Sam McKewon, but IU's chip-on-the-shoulder culture dares the Big Ten and Nebraska to catch up. 

The NFL now turns its attention to next year's draft — specifically a QB class with tremendous hype

The NFL now turns its attention to next year's draft — specifically a QB class with tremendous hype

PITTSBURGH — Sometimes, it’s funny what draft picks can turn into. The Steelers sent George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys a year ago this month and effectively got Drew Allar in return, more or less. The compensatory selections they received for letting Dan Moore Jr. and Justin Fields leave in free agency effectively allowed them to draft Gennings Dunker and Germie Bernard, respectively. So, ...

'Just disappointed': Late-inning magic eludes Nebraska baseball at Ohio State

'Just disappointed': Late-inning magic eludes Nebraska baseball at Ohio State

Nebraska baseball avoided the shutout late. It couldn’t escape another disappointing recent result on a Friday with a loss at Ohio State.

McKewon: Oregon has nation's best pass rush — and perhaps Dylan Raiola as more than a redshirt

McKewon: Oregon has nation's best pass rush — and perhaps Dylan Raiola as more than a redshirt

Nebraska's toughest opponent in 2026, writes Sam McKewon, might be Oregon, which has the nation's best pass rushers and Dylan Raiola, who could be more than just a redshirt.

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Go Outdoors Demo Day runs Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cabela’s in Kearney, with live camping gear demonstrations and expert advice for all ages.

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Aurora High School hosts Nebraska Supreme Court arguments
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The Nebraska Supreme Court held oral arguments at Aurora High School for Law Day, giving students a firsthand look at court proceedings and civic education.

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Stolley Park Road closure begins May 4 for reconstruction
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Stolley Park Road in Grand Island will close May 4 from South Locust Street to the Fonner Park Campus entrance for reconstruction, with reopening expected by Aug. 15.

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Stolley Park Road in Grand Island will close May 4 for reconstruction between South Locust Street and Fonner Park, with this phase expected to finish by Aug. 15.

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Spring brings blooming flowers and warmer weather, but for allergy sufferers, it also marks the return of sneezing fits and itchy eyes.

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