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They make American flags. Here's what it means to them

They make American flags. Here's what it means to them

  • Karissa Waddick USA Today

Annin Flagmakers bills itself as the oldest and largest manufacturer of the Star-Spangled Banner in the United States.

America's bicentennial found Omaha in time of major transition

America's bicentennial found Omaha in time of major transition

  • Stu Pospisil World-Herald Staff Writer

In 1976, Omaha was a city experiencing significant changes due to forced busing, suburbanization, declining industries and racial integration efforts.

After 75 years, a beloved Lincoln neighborhood landmark is closing its doors

After 75 years, a beloved Lincoln neighborhood landmark is closing its doors

  • LIVIA ZISKEY Lincoln Journal Star

The family-owned Lincoln garden center is closing its 40th Street nursery Sunday and will focus on its South 56th Street and Pine Lake Road business. 

Study finds MCC program helps prepare Omaha-area students for college math

Study finds MCC program helps prepare Omaha-area students for college math

  • Luna Stephens World-Herald Staff Writer

A program started by Metropolitan Community College has improved outcomes for Omaha-area students who struggle with math by catching them up before they get to college, a study found.  

Analysis: Pricey World Cup keeps fans away, hits US hotels, airlines

Analysis: Pricey World Cup keeps fans away, hits US hotels, airlines

  • Doyinsola Oladipo and Aishwarya Jain Reuters

NEW YORK — Hours before the World Cup kickoff, the boost to travel and tourism expected from this year’s biggest sporting event has yet to materialize.

2026 Journal Star Super-State, all-state and honorable mention baseball picks

2026 Journal Star Super-State, all-state and honorable mention baseball picks

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The best from the baseball diamond: here's a look at our picks for Super-State, all-state and honorable mention.

From the editor: Aaron Sanderford is coming back to The World-Herald

From the editor: Aaron Sanderford is coming back to The World-Herald

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Executive Editor Ben Doody announces that Aaron Sanderford is coming back to The World-Herald as the newsroom's managing editor for news.

Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for June 14

Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for June 14

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    Omaha Art Fair devastated after storm blows down booths Saturday morning

    Omaha Art Fair devastated after storm blows down booths Saturday morning

      Vendors at the Omaha Art Fair in Aksarben Village saw heavy damage to artwork after a severe storm rolled through Omaha on Saturday morning.

      Lincoln man arrested after alleged bat attack and gun threat

      Lincoln man arrested after alleged bat attack and gun threat

        LPD responded to an alleged assault with a baseball bat at 7:26 a.m. on Saturday. Police arrested a 48-year-old man.

        Omaha celebrates Juneteenth despite weather postponing morning parade

        Omaha celebrates Juneteenth despite weather postponing morning parade

          Juneteenth celebrations in North Omaha brought the community together to celebrate the holiday despite earlier activities being postponed due to severe weather.

          See how the Star City celebrates Pride weekend with Pride fest, parade

          See how the Star City celebrates Pride weekend with Pride fest, parade

            See photos as Star City Pride hosts Pride in the Park on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Woods Park in Lincoln. Free and open to the public, the festival hosted guests from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. for live performances, dozens of booths, various activities and games and food for purchase from a lineup o…

            Event to support dislocated workers in Lexington to be held June 16 at Central Community College

            Event to support dislocated workers in Lexington to be held June 16 at Central Community College

              The Nebraska Department of Labor invites recently laid‑off workers in the Lexington area to a Coffee & Conversation event designed to offer support, guidance, and direct access to reemployment services.

              Dawson County 4-H senior quiz bowl team wins champion title at Premier Animal Science Event, earns spot at Nationals

              Dawson County 4-H senior quiz bowl team wins champion title at Premier Animal Science Event, earns spot at Nationals

                The University of Nebraska’s East Campus in Lincoln was the site of the 2026 4-H Premier Animal Science Event.

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                Event to support dislocated workers in Lexington to be held June 16 at Central Community College

                Event to support dislocated workers in Lexington to be held June 16 at Central Community College

                The Nebraska Department of Labor invites recently laid‑off workers in the Lexington area to a Coffee & Conversation event designed to offer support, guidance, and direct access to reemployment services.

                Dawson County 4-H senior quiz bowl team wins champion title at Premier Animal Science Event, earns spot at Nationals

                Dawson County 4-H senior quiz bowl team wins champion title at Premier Animal Science Event, earns spot at Nationals

                The University of Nebraska’s East Campus in Lincoln was the site of the 2026 4-H Premier Animal Science Event.

                Lincoln beer brewers thrive despite recent closures. Here are 11 to visit.

                Lincoln beer brewers thrive despite recent closures. Here are 11 to visit.

                News of craft beer giant Zipline ending operations immediately, and other craft brewers tapping out recently, the Lincoln beer scene is thriving. Here are 11 breweres who are sill making beer.

                Treyvan Berry and Maylin Novoa win Mingus and Ramsey awards

                Treyvan Berry and Maylin Novoa win Mingus and Ramsey awards

                Lexington High School announced that graduated seniors Treyvan Berry and Maylin Novoa were the recipients of Mingus and Ramsey awards.

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                America's bicentennial found Omaha in time of major transition

                America's bicentennial found Omaha in time of major transition

                In 1976, Omaha was a city experiencing significant changes due to forced busing, suburbanization, declining industries and racial integration efforts.

                After 75 years, a beloved Lincoln neighborhood landmark is closing its doors

                After 75 years, a beloved Lincoln neighborhood landmark is closing its doors

                The family-owned Lincoln garden center is closing its 40th Street nursery Sunday and will focus on its South 56th Street and Pine Lake Road business. 

                Study finds MCC program helps prepare Omaha-area students for college math

                Study finds MCC program helps prepare Omaha-area students for college math

                A program started by Metropolitan Community College has improved outcomes for Omaha-area students who struggle with math by catching them up before they get to college, a study found.  

                2026 Journal Star Super-State, all-state and honorable mention baseball picks

                2026 Journal Star Super-State, all-state and honorable mention baseball picks

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                Nebraska requests exemption from Medicaid work requirements in Dawson County

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                A man wanted in connection with the slaying of a 29-year-old man that occurred outside of a Ralston convenience store was arrested Saturday in Council Bluffs.  

                Gothenburg woman charged with felony child abuse and sexual assault of a child

                Gothenburg woman charged with felony child abuse and sexual assault of a child

                A Gothenburg woman is being charged with felony child abuse and sexual assault of a child.

                Photos: Omaha police gather after armed man killed by SWAT in South Omaha shootout

                Photos: Omaha police gather after armed man killed by SWAT in South Omaha shootout

                See photos of the large police presence near 19th and Bancroft Streets in South Omaha

                State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

                State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

                In a social media post, the Nebraska State Patrol said a man ran south toward the Platte River near mile marker 244 between Overton and Lexington.

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                Photos: Ted Cruz visits Country Club of Lincoln for Ricketts campaign event

                Texas Sen. Ted Cruz visited Lincoln on Friday for a campaign event in support of Sen. Pete Ricketts. See photos here.

                Ted Cruz warns Nebraska Republicans: Don't take Pete Ricketts' race for granted

                Ted Cruz warns Nebraska Republicans: Don't take Pete Ricketts' race for granted

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                Nebraska Senate race remains in 'leans Republican' column of national forecaster's ratings

                Nebraska Senate race remains in 'leans Republican' column of national forecaster's ratings

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                Dan Osborn submits petition signatures to qualify for U.S. Senate race against Ricketts

                Dan Osborn submits petition signatures to qualify for U.S. Senate race against Ricketts

                Dan Osborn submitted roughly 12,700 signatures Thursday, moving one step closer to Nebraska’s November U.S. Senate ballot.

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