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.
- Nebraska State Historical Society
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 will host a fees night on Aug. 4 for families to pay technology, class and activity fees, and add funds to student lunch accounts.
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.
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 & Recreation reports blue-green algae at Eagle Scout Lake, urges visitors to avoid affected areas while officials continue monitoring.
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.
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 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.
- City of Grand Island
Grand Island Utilities is partnering with local shepherd Garrett Didier, using sheep to manage vegetation at its solar farm through environmentally friendly solar grazing.
- City of Grand Island
Grand Island will expand State Street closures July 20 for a roadway improvement project, with detours, lane restrictions and work continuing into November.
- State Court Administrator
Nebraska’s Judicial Branch invites recent court users to complete an anonymous online survey to guide reforms improving access, fairness and court services statewide.
- State Court Administrator
The York and Seward County Problem-Solving Court honored Elizabeth and Serenity on July 6, 2026, for completing an intensive treatment and supervision program.
- State Court Administrator
The Nebraska Supreme Court will livestream a July 20, 2026, ceremony proclaiming Nebraska Probation Week, recognizing probation services and officers statewide.
- State Court Administrator
Sarpy County Clerk Magistrate Barb Pousson will retire July 31, 2026, after more than 25 years of Judicial Branch service; an interim clerk magistrate will be named.
- North Platte
The Cody Park Ornamental Flag, first built as a 1976 Eagle Scout project, was restored and repainted in 2026 ahead of the July 4 bicentennial celebration.
- North Platte Community College - North Campus
Mid-Plains Community College joins ConnectEd Nebraska and eduroam, giving its students, faculty and staff secure wireless access at participating institutions.
- Central Community College - Grand Island
Central Community College students earned multiple medals at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta, including two gold-winning contests.
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- Nebraska Department of Education
Nebraska was found to meet requirements for IDEA Parts B and C for 2026, reflecting strong special education and early intervention services and ongoing improvement.
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- Lincoln City Libraries
Lincoln launches a public fundraising campaign for a $58.8 million central library project, combining city funds and private donations for a 2028 opening.
- North Platte Community College - North Campus
Beginning in fall 2026, MPCC nursing students can take theory courses at regional campuses and complete first-year ADN/RN clinicals in McCook, reducing travel.