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LABOR DAY WEEKEND
From paper to digital: LRHC celebrates 50 years of innovation

From paper to digital: LRHC celebrates 50 years of innovation

  • Ashley Mohler

Lexington Regional Health Center celebrated its 50th anniversary Tuesday, Sept. 1, with a free community event at the hospital.

SOFTBALL: Lexington attempts late comeback, comes up short against Gothenburg

SOFTBALL: Lexington attempts late comeback, comes up short against Gothenburg

  • Jessica Kennedy

Despite the hot temperatures, fans gathered at the Lexington Optimist Complex for a night on the diamond as the Minutemaids faced Dawson County rival Gothenburg Thursday.

Debate in doubt as timing divides Flood, Backemeyer in Nebraska CD1 race

Debate in doubt as timing divides Flood, Backemeyer in Nebraska CD1 race

  • Aaron Sanderford World-Herald Managing Editor

Voters in eastern Nebraska's 1st Congressional District might not see Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Flood and Democrat Chris Backemeyer debate after a fight over debate timing blew into public view.

Gering's game plan to stop Lexington's Tyler Thorell ends in Bulldog 24-7 victory

Gering's game plan to stop Lexington's Tyler Thorell ends in Bulldog 24-7 victory

  • Jessica Kennedy

Gering's game plan? Stop Lexington wide receiver Tyler Thorell.

Osborn discusses Tyson closure, outsourcing and agriculture at Johnson Lake

Osborn discusses Tyson closure, outsourcing and agriculture at Johnson Lake

  • Ashley Mohler

Independent U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn discussed the Tyson Foods plant closure, job outsourcing and challenges facing American agriculture during a Thursday meet-and-greet at Big Johnson Brewing Co. at Johnson Lake.

Cozad boys finish as runners-up at home cross country invite Thursday

Cozad boys finish as runners-up at home cross country invite Thursday

  • Jessica Kennedy

The Cozad Haymaker boys cross country team finished as the runners-up at their home invite Thursday morning.

From first-timers to 17-year veterans, 800 volunteers power the Nebraska State Fair

From first-timers to 17-year veterans, 800 volunteers power the Nebraska State Fair

  • R.J. POST

Volunteers in yellow shirts help keep the Nebraska State Fair running, from answering questions to giving tram rides and making child ID bracelets.

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Lexington City Council approves ordinance for former Tyson property funding project

Lexington City Council approves ordinance for former Tyson property funding project

Gal and Goat to host inaugural Fall Garlic Fest; giving back to the community they love

Gal and Goat to host inaugural Fall Garlic Fest; giving back to the community they love

Tyler Thorell scores 3 touchdowns in Lexington’s 23-21 win over Holdrege

Tyler Thorell scores 3 touchdowns in Lexington’s 23-21 win over Holdrege

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Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for September 5

Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for September 5

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

Rare beetles, cricket field and a new park in the hands of Lincoln council

Rare beetles, cricket field and a new park in the hands of Lincoln council

The city said there are "some pretty high category" saline wetlands and Salt Creek tiger beetle habitat on the 155-acre property.

Pillen, Jeffreys discuss reentry programs with formerly incarcerated Nebraskans

Pillen, Jeffreys discuss reentry programs with formerly incarcerated Nebraskans

Ooh De Lally employees who were formerly incarcerated discussed reducing recidivism with Gov. Jim Pillen and Director of Correctional Services Rob Jeffreys. 

Sheriff's Office seeks driver who allegedly chased, ran over child on e-bike

Sheriff's Office seeks driver who allegedly chased, ran over child on e-bike

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is searching for a driver who allegedly chased three kids off the road and ran one over Thursday in southwest Douglas County.

Fairness for Girls sponsors argue ballot language is 'core political speech'

Fairness for Girls sponsors argue ballot language is 'core political speech'

"Your honor, that is absolutely core political speech," former State Senator Andrew La Grone said at a hearing Friday. 

Southeast Nebraska speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Sep. 4, 2026

Southeast Nebraska speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Sep. 4, 2026

Our weekly round-up of letters published in the Lincoln Journal Star.

Nebraska Task Force 1 recalls, physical, mental and spiritual toll of being at Ground Zero after 9/11

Nebraska Task Force 1 recalls, physical, mental and spiritual toll of being at Ground Zero after 9/11

Nebraska Task Force 1 recalls the physical, mental and spiritual toll of being at Ground Zero soon after 9/11.

All six arrested suspects make first court appearances in petition fraud case

All six arrested suspects make first court appearances in petition fraud case

Three people made their first court appearance Monday for their alleged involvement in submitting petitions with false signatures in Lancaster County.

Editor's Pick

From paper to digital: LRHC celebrates 50 years of innovation

From paper to digital: LRHC celebrates 50 years of innovation

  • Ashley Mohler

Lexington Regional Health Center celebrated its 50th anniversary Tuesday, Sept. 1, with a free community event at the hospital.

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Justin Frommer reacts to Nebraska volleyball's sweep of DePaul

Justin Frommer reacts to Nebraska volleyball's sweep of DePaul

Nebraska Task Force 1 recalls, physical, mental and spiritual toll of being at Ground Zero after 9/11

Nebraska Task Force 1 recalls, physical, mental and spiritual toll of being at Ground Zero after 9/11

U.S. takeover threatens China’s oil-backed loans

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Highlights: Lincoln Northeast defeats Lincoln High 49-0

Highlights: Lincoln Northeast defeats Lincoln High 49-0

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Malachi Toney’s record-setting night sets tone for Hurricanes’ rout of Stanford

Malachi Toney’s record-setting night sets tone for Hurricanes’ rout of Stanford

It didn’t take Malachi Toney long on Friday night to remind the college football world just how good he is. After his record-setting freshman year helped the Miami Hurricanes reach the College Football Playoff National Championship Game last season, the star wide receiver opened his sophomore campaign with 12 catches for 234 yards and three touchdowns as No. 7 UM routed the Stanford Cardinal ...

Trae Taylor, No. 2 Millard South surge late to break away from Lee's Summit North

Trae Taylor, No. 2 Millard South surge late to break away from Lee's Summit North

No. 2 Millard South's defense and quarterback Trae Taylor surged late to break away from Lee's Summit North, one of the top teams in Missouri. 

Photos: Millard South football hosts Lee's Summit North

Photos: Millard South football hosts Lee's Summit North

Take a look at photos from Millard South football's week 2 game against Lee's Summit North.

In place of Andi Jackson, Kenna Cogill displays growth in Nebraska's sweep of DePaul

In place of Andi Jackson, Kenna Cogill displays growth in Nebraska's sweep of DePaul

In her first career start, Cogill finished with four kills on 10 swings and a team-high seven blocks. Ogbechie added four kills and two blocks in just two sets of work.

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The year nobody scored on the Huskers
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The year nobody scored on the Huskers

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In 1902 Nebraska’s Cornhuskers went 10-0 without allowing a point, dominating early rivals in a brutal era of college football with very different rules and gear.

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MIAA preseason poll tabs Lopers third in 2026-27
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MIAA preseason poll tabs Lopers third in 2026-27

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MIAA coaches picked Rogers State first and defending champion Nebraska Kearney third in the 2026-27 women's golf preseason poll ahead of the new season.

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Free UNK planetarium show: Star Stories night sky tour
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Free UNK planetarium show: Star Stories night sky tour

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Free UNK planetarium shows on Sept. 4 explore 88 constellations, their cultural significance and related myths, with telescope observing planned afterward.

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Gish to bring Dr. Seuss to life in ‘Seussical’ musical
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Gish to bring Dr. Seuss to life in ‘Seussical’ musical

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Grand Island Senior High presents “Seussical: The Musical” Oct. 30–Nov. 1, featuring more than 180 Grand Island Public Schools students on stage and behind the scenes.

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Do Flock cameras make communities safer? | The Ethical Life podcast

Do Flock cameras make communities safer? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 The hosts debate whether AI-powered license plate readers provide meaningful public protection or create unacceptable risks involving privacy, misuse and concentrated power.

Do we learn more from people who disagree with us? | The Ethical Life podcast

Do we learn more from people who disagree with us? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 The hosts examine how civil debate, genuine curiosity and shared interests can turn differences in values or politics into opportunities for deeper understanding.

Which directors can get just about any movie produced? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Which directors can get just about any movie produced? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Getting a movie made can cost a lot of money, so studios are apprehensive about greenlighting projects. Directors like Christopher Nolan get to skip to the front of the line.

What should we actually feel guilty about? | The Ethical Life podcast

What should we actually feel guilty about? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Religion once provided clearer boundaries for right and wrong. The hosts discuss whether secular culture can create equally effective paths toward responsibility and forgiveness.

Life & Entertainment

Tony-winning producer Jordan Roth jumps to acting in ‘The Shards’

Tony-winning producer Jordan Roth jumps to acting in ‘The Shards’

Jordan Roth always wanted to act. Seven Tony Awards as a producer just got in the way.

Wendell Berry, celebrated author and fierce defender of agrarian life, dies at 92

Wendell Berry, celebrated author and fierce defender of agrarian life, dies at 92

LOS ANGELES — Wendell Berry, a Kentucky farmer and writer whose work advocated fiercely for working landscapes and working people, died "suddenly and peacefully" on Monday at his home in Port Royal, Kentucky, according to his family. He was 92. His daughter, Mary Berry, confirmed his death. On Thursday, she told The Times that her father, until about six months ago, was still writing regularly ...

Maria Bartiromo out at Fox News Media

Maria Bartiromo out at Fox News Media

The host was last on the air Aug. 9. She secured one of the first media interviews with Trump after he left the White House in 2021.

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Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Gala set for April 25

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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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Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

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