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LRHC’s Lehmann receives 2026 Caring Kind Award at surprise event

LRHC’s Lehmann receives 2026 Caring Kind Award at surprise event

  • Ashley Mohler

Physician Assistant Leigh-Anne Lehmann thought she was going to a meeting, but instead of going to a conference room or office, she was greeted by her friends, family and coworkers in the lobby of Lexington Regional Health Center’s Family Medicine Specialists clinic.

UNK will expand aviation program with Loper Flight Academy using Italian-built planes

UNK will expand aviation program with Loper Flight Academy using Italian-built planes

  • TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications

The Loper Flight Academy is a major expansion of UNK's aviation program. It will provide flight training for students and community members using a fleet of seven new Tecnam aircraft.

New job postings for Waterloo and Cedar Falls job seekers

New job postings for Waterloo and Cedar Falls job seekers

    Browse through the latest Waterloo and Cedar Falls employment postings and find your next career.

    13 restaurant chains Lincoln still doesn't have — but should

    13 restaurant chains Lincoln still doesn't have — but should

    • Lincoln Journal Star

    There are 2,048 Waffle Houses in America, but you’ll have to go to Kansas City to eat the Southern breakfast food that has made the chain a staple across the South.

    Photos: Warren Memorial Hospital becomes first rural emergency hospital in Nebraska.

    Photos: Warren Memorial Hospital becomes first rural emergency hospital in Nebraska.

    • Nikos Frazier

    Take a look around Warren Memorial Hospital in Friend, Neb.

    Livin’ Out Loud goes on despite storm damage

    Livin’ Out Loud goes on despite storm damage

    • Ashley Mohler

    Gothenburg’s annual free Christian concert, Livin’ Out Loud, occurred Saturday, Aug. 15, with a worship service following on Sunday.

    Local riders fare well at Cowboy Dressage Show in Lincoln

    Local riders fare well at Cowboy Dressage Show in Lincoln

    • Press Release

    Cowboy Dressage World Nebraska held their annual schooling show, CDWN Roundup, last Friday and Saturday, Aug. 7-8.

    Livin’ Out Loud goes on despite storm damage

    Livin’ Out Loud goes on despite storm damage

      Gothenburg’s annual free Christian concert, Livin’ Out Loud, occurred Saturday, Aug. 15, with a worship service following on Sunday.

      Local riders fare well at Cowboy Dressage Show in Lincoln

      Local riders fare well at Cowboy Dressage Show in Lincoln

        Cowboy Dressage World Nebraska held their annual schooling show, CDWN Roundup, last Friday and Saturday, Aug. 7-8.

        Send in grouse wings to help wildlife management

          The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will conduct its annual grouse wing collection during the upcoming upland season starting Sept. 1.

          Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for August 16

          Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for August 16

            Read through the obituaries published today in The Courier.

            PHOTOS: Lincoln's final 2 fire hydrant parties coming up

            PHOTOS: Lincoln's final 2 fire hydrant parties coming up

              Two down, two to go. The city has already hosted two "fire hydrant parties." 

              August 2017: Total solar eclipse in Nebraska

              August 2017: Total solar eclipse in Nebraska

                See photos of the total solar eclipse that crossed Nebraska on Aug. 21, 2017. 

                LRHC's Brenna Bartruff named to SHSMD's National 2026 Class of Rising Stars

                LRHC's Brenna Bartruff named to SHSMD's National 2026 Class of Rising Stars

                  LEXINGTON — Lexington Regional Health Center proudly announced that Brenna Bartruff, chief communications officer, has been selected as a member of the prestigious 2026 Class of Rising Stars by the Society for Health Care Strategy and Market Development (SHSMD).

                  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.

                  'A total win-win': UNK program offers free counseling services to the community

                  'A total win-win': UNK program offers free counseling services to the community

                  KEARNEY — For many Nebraskans, deciding to seek counseling may not be the hardest part. Finding an available provider in the area can be just as difficult.

                  50th Youth Smallbore Silhouette Invitational is Sept. 26

                  LINCOLN — The 50th Annual Nebraska Youth Smallbore Silhouette Invitational will be at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 at Pressey Wildlife Management Area in Custer County.

                  Photos: Man in custody after hourslong standoff with Omaha Police

                  Photos: Man in custody after hourslong standoff with Omaha Police

                  A large police presence amassed Thursday evening and into early Friday morning near North 38th and Fort Streets in Omaha after a man allegedly fled police and entered a home, following a possible shoplifting incident at Westroads Mall.

                  Wings and Wine fundraiser to benefit Blanche Senior Scholarship set for Aug. 20

                  Wings and Wine fundraiser to benefit Blanche Senior Scholarship set for Aug. 20

                  The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual fundraiser for the Blanche Senior Scholarship on Thursday, Aug. 20.

                  Gothenburg's Addison Wyatt to graduate Saturday in UNL August ceremony

                  Gothenburg's Addison Wyatt to graduate Saturday in UNL August ceremony

                  The University of Nebraska–Lincoln will confer about 600 degrees during a combined graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremony Aug. 15 at Pinnacle Bank Arena, 400 Pinnacle Arena Drive.

                  Registration open for 5th Annual Nebraska Women Veterans Symposium in Kearney

                  Registration open for 5th Annual Nebraska Women Veterans Symposium in Kearney

                  LINCOLN — The Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs (NDVA) is hosting its fifth annual Nebraska Women Veterans Symposium at the Holiday Inn in Kearney on Sept. 19-20.

                  Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

                  Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

                  A jury found Aristh Rodriguez-Linares guilty of manslaughter and two other felonies Wednesday in Dawson County District Court.

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                  2026 arts in the park show at Cody Park, North Platte
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                  2026 arts in the park show at Cody Park, North Platte

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                  The 2026 Arts in the Park show will be held Sept. 12 at Cody Park in North Platte, featuring 100+ vendors, food trucks and family-friendly activities.

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                  Two participants graduate from Sarpy County Reentry Court
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                  Two participants graduate from Sarpy County Reentry Court

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                  Sarpy County Reentry Court held a August 4, 2026 graduation in Papillion, marking completion of intensive treatment, supervision and accountability programs.

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                  2026 MIAA women’s soccer poll: Lopers picked ninth
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                  2026 MIAA women’s soccer poll: Lopers picked ninth

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                  Washburn tops the 2026 MIAA women’s soccer preseason coaches poll, with Pittsburg State second and Nebraska Kearney picked ninth in the 13-team league.

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                  2026 women’s fall volleyball league registration

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                  Registration is open for the 2026 Women’s Fall Volleyball League in North Platte, with a Sept. 15 deadline, $150 team fee, and A and B recreational divisions.

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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...

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                  Photos: Creighton University opens Magis Hall, a new sophomore residence hall

                  Photos: Creighton University opens Magis Hall, a new sophomore residence hall

                  Take a look inside Creighton University's newest residence hall, Magis Hall.

                  Overton man arrested for first-degree sexual assault

                  Overton man arrested for first-degree sexual assault

                  An Overton man is being charged with first-degree sexual assault after a Sunday incident.

                  Council approves electric shop update, appoints planning commissioner

                  Council approves electric shop update, appoints planning commissioner

                  Lexington’s City Council met for a brief but productive meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 12, in the council chambers at Lexington City Hall.

                  Photos: 17th Annual Federal Legislative Summit

                  Photos: 17th Annual Federal Legislative Summit

                  See photos from the 17th Annual Federal Legislative Summit on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026 at the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum in Ashland.

                  Lincoln students head back to class. See our photos from the first day of school

                  Lincoln students head back to class. See our photos from the first day of school

                  Wednesday was the first day of school for Lincoln Public Schools students in kindergarten and sixth and ninth grades. See photos here.

                  Dawson Public Power District Board reviews prescribed burn guidance

                  Dawson Public Power District Board reviews prescribed burn guidance

                  LEXINGTON — During its August board meeting the Dawson Public Power District Board of Directors reviewed guidance for prescribed and controlled burns near electric equipment, recognized employees who competed in the Nebraska Lineworker Rodeo, and received a positive financial update.

                  Photos: Construction continues on new $33 million Gretna Community Complex

                  Photos: Construction continues on new $33 million Gretna Community Complex

                  Take a look at photos as construction continues on the new $33 million Gretna Community Center.

                  Richmond neighbors: Obituaries for August 12

                  Richmond neighbors: Obituaries for August 12

                  Read through the obituaries published today in Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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