Douglas County Young Adult Court in Omaha honored graduates on August 19, 2026, for completing a structured treatment and supervision program.
- State Court Administrator
Sarpy County Reentry Court held a August 4, 2026 graduation in Papillion, marking completion of intensive treatment, supervision and accountability programs.
- North Platte Area Chamber and Development
North Platte, Lexington and other Nebraska cities are set to retain or gain federal opportunity zones, aiming to spur rural investment despite no projects since 2018.
- Visit Kearney
The Nebraska Arts Council will livestream the Sept. 3 rededication of the Nebraska Wind Sculpture, marking 50 years of the I-80 500 Mile Sculpture Garden.
- City of Grand Island
Grand Island Police conducted 797 traffic stops, issuing 287 citations and 167 arrests during a national speeding campaign focused on safety and impaired driving.
- City of Grand Island
The Grand Island Police Department received up to $20,000 to fund overtime traffic enforcement during the 2026 Nebraska State Fair, targeting impaired and unsafe driving.
- North Platte Community College - North Campus
North Platte Community College will sell surplus vehicles, tools, furniture and more in an online auction closing Aug. 19, with pickup on campus Aug. 20.
The Grand Island Police Department received up to $20,000 to fund overtime traffic enforcement during the 2026 Nebraska State Fair, targeting impaired and unsafe driving.
North Platte Community College will sell surplus vehicles, tools, furniture and more in an online auction closing Aug. 19, with pickup on campus Aug. 20.
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Cass County Adult Drug Treatment Court will hold a Problem-Solving Court graduation Sept. 14, 2026, at the Cass County Courthouse in Plattsmouth, Nebraska.
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The Second Judicial District Veterans Treatment Court will hold a graduation ceremony in Papillion, Nebraska, marking completion of intensive treatment and supervision.
Mid-Plains Community College reports a 34% jump in dual credit enrollment and a 136% increase in completed credit hours after launching free dual credit courses.
Cody Pool closes Aug. 11, and 2026 Cody Pool passes will be honored for pool access only at the Rec Center from Aug. 12 through the end of August.
In 1944 a C-47A transport crashed near Naper, Nebraska, killing 28 U.S. Army airmen. The article recounts the storm, investigation, and memorials for the dead.
- State Court Administrator
Merrick County Clerk Magistrate Maria “Mary” Rodriguez will retire on August 5, 2026, after more than five years of service as clerk magistrate in Merrick County.
- Northwest Public Schools
Principal Retzlaff welcomes families to the 2026-27 year at 1R, outlining key dates, safety procedures, technology, athletics, PTO events and contact details.
- Corps Community Center Kearney
Toyota, TL-MODA and The Salvation Army will distribute 15,250 supply-filled backpacks nationwide to support students and families for the 2026 back-to-school season.
- North Platte
August 11 is Cody Pool’s final day of the season in North Platte, with Rec Center memberships honored that day and regular pool and adult swim hours listed.
- University of Nebraska Kearney
UNK wrestler and political science major Gavyn Brauer found his path to law through a mid-college major change, academic excellence and lessons from the mat.
- Northwest Public Schools
Northwest Public Schools will host a fees night on Aug. 4 for families to pay technology, class and activity fees, and add funds to student lunch accounts.
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- Corps Community Center Kearney
The Salvation Army’s culinary training programs in San Francisco, Boston and Sacramento combine hands-on education, life skills and job support to build careers.
- City of Grand Island Utilities Department
Grand Island Utilities warns customers about phone scams in which callers pose as customer service, falsely offer credits or refunds, and seek utility account details.
- Grand Island Parks and Recreation
Grand Island Parks & Recreation reports blue-green algae at Eagle Scout Lake, urges visitors to avoid affected areas while officials continue monitoring.
- North Platte
Youth under 48 inches can access deep-water attractions at the North Platte Recreation Center by passing a Red Cross swim competency test offered at set times.
- Corps Community Center Kearney
Extreme heat is the leading U.S. weather-related killer. This article explains who is most at risk and how The Salvation Army provides vital local heat relief.
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- Nebraska Department of Education
Nebraska FBLA students earned 70 top 10 awards at the 2026 FBLA National Leadership Conference in Las Vegas and San Antonio across middle school, high school and collegiate.