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State’s top talent, four champions back at state volleyball this week
State’s top talent, four champions back at state volleyball this week

The 54th Nebraska School Activities Association state volleyball championships will begin their four day run in Lincoln on Wednesday.

2025 Nebraska Volleyball State Championships: Southeast Nebraska qualifiers, broadcast schedule

2025 Nebraska Volleyball State Championships: Southeast Nebraska qualifiers, broadcast schedule

Meet the seven Southeast Nebraska schools that qualified for the 2025 NSAA Volleyball State Championships, and check out our complete coverage calendar for live broadcasts on Ol' Red and KWBE!

2025 High School Football State Postseason Primer: Southeast Nebraska and Northern Kansas

2025 High School Football State Postseason Primer: Southeast Nebraska and Northern Kansas

Get ready for the 2025 high school football postseason with a roundup of all 12 schools from Southeast Nebraska and Northern Kansas that qualified for the playoffs this season.

Frey Burns Knights as Lawrence-Nelson Advances in D2 Football Playoffs

Frey Burns Knights as Lawrence-Nelson Advances in D2 Football Playoffs

ELMWOOD, NE - In the 8 vs 9 matchup of the D2 Playoffs, it was all Lawrence-Nelson Raiders as they went on the road and defeated the Elmwood-Murdock Knights on Friday, 78-42, as heard on B103.

Region IX tournament pairings released for tournament held at WNCC this week

Region IX tournament pairings released for tournament held at WNCC this week

The Region IX volleyball tournament pairings have been set for the tournament that begins Wednesday, November 5 at Western Nebraska Community College’s Cougar Palace.

Broncos rally to beat Texans 18-15 with last-second field goal

Broncos rally to beat Texans 18-15 with last-second field goal

Bo Nix threw two touchdown passes and Wil Lutz made a 34-yard field goal as time expired and the Denver Broncos rallied to beat the Houston Texans 18-15 to extend their winning streak to six games.

Colorado playoff football brackets announced for area teams

Colorado playoff football brackets announced for area teams

Peetz, Fleming, Sedgwick County, Haxtun and Akron are all playoff bound

WNCC women’s basketball falls to No. 11 Salt Lake

WNCC women’s basketball falls to No. 11 Salt Lake

The Western Nebraska Community College women’s basketball team allowed two long scoring runs and dropped a 71-54 contest to No. 11 Salt Lake Community College to close out the Cougar Classic on Saturday.

Chadron State stays perfect in RMAC play with 35-10 win over South Dakota Mines

Chadron State stays perfect in RMAC play with 35-10 win over South Dakota Mines

Chadron State took down South Dakota Mines 35-10 in Rapid City to stay perfect in RMAC play and reclaim the Eagle-Rock Trophy.

Sutton's 50-yard TD run helps San Diego State pull away from Wyoming 24-7

Sutton's 50-yard TD run helps San Diego State pull away from Wyoming 24-7

Lucky Sutton runs for 158 yards and a touchdown as San Diego State beats Wyoming 24-7.

Colorado sports notes: Noah Fifita's 4 TD throws, Arizona's 5 takeaways help WildCats crush Colorado 52-17

Colorado sports notes: Noah Fifita's 4 TD throws, Arizona's 5 takeaways help WildCats crush Colorado 52-17

Noah Fifita threw first-half touchdown passes to four different receivers to lead the Arizona Wildcats to a 52-17 victory over the Colorado Buffaloes.

Saturday's local scoreboard, Nov. 1

Saturday's local scoreboard, Nov. 1

Saturday's local scoreboard, Nov. 1

Garden County opens first state tournament since 2019 vs. Dundy County-Stratton

Garden County opens first state tournament since 2019 vs. Dundy County-Stratton

Garden County is headed back to state: The Eagles defeated St. Mary’s 3-1 (25-15, 22-25, 25-20, 26-24) in the D2-6 District Final to punch their ticket to the Class D2 State Volleyball Tournament in Lincoln.

#10 Thayer Central can't keep pace with #7 Plainview in second round of 2025 Nebraska D1 football postseason

#10 Thayer Central can't keep pace with #7 Plainview in second round of 2025 Nebraska D1 football postseason

#7 Plainview defeated #10 Thayer Central 51-22 in the second round of the 2025 Nebraska 8-man D1 football postseason on Halloween night, in a game aired live on Ol' Red 99.5.

Efficient, explosive Hanover obliterates Osborne in first round of 2025 Kansas DII football playoffs

Efficient, explosive Hanover obliterates Osborne in first round of 2025 Kansas DII football playoffs

Hanover obliterated Osborne 58-6 in the first round of the 2025 Kansas 8-Player DII Football postseason on Thursday night in Hanover, in a game aired live on Ol' Red 99.5.

Red Raiders Advance to Quarterfinals with 21-14 Win Over Pierce

Red Raiders Advance to Quarterfinals with 21-14 Win Over Pierce

The Class C-1 first round matchup between the #14-seed Pierce Bluejays (6-3) and #3-seed Sidney Red Raiders (9-0) lived up to its billing as a battle of strengths — Pierce’s powerful rushing attack against Sidney’s stingy defense.

Cougar notes: WNCC women hold on to down Colorado Northwestern

Cougar notes: WNCC women hold on to down Colorado Northwestern

The Western Nebraska Community College women’s basketball team was outscored in the fourth quarter 28-19 by Colorado Northwestern Community College, but hit clutch free throws down the stretch to earn the 61-56 win Friday in the Cougar Classic.

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 31

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 31

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 31

Potter-Dix falls to S.E.M. in NSAA D6 playoffs

Potter-Dix falls to S.E.M. in NSAA D6 playoffs

The Potter-Dix football team has wrapped up their season following a loss to Sumner-Eddyville-Miller Friday afternoon.

Through hail mary, two-point conversion Gretna stuns Norris 46-45

Through hail mary, two-point conversion Gretna stuns Norris 46-45

In one of the most stunning finishes of the 2025 NSAA High School Football season, the Norris Titans fell to the Gretna Dragons 46-45 on Friday night. 

Ashland-Greenwood airs it out in first round rout

Ashland-Greenwood airs it out in first round rout

Derek Tonjes tied the Class C1 record for touchdown passes in a playoff game in the Bluejays' 47-13 win over Chadron

Eagles Snap Streak, Smash Yellow Jackets

Eagles Snap Streak, Smash Yellow Jackets

Chadron State volleyball snapped an eight-game losing streak in rousing fashion with a 25-21, 25-20, 25-15 straight sets win over Black Hills State as part of the RMAC Power Pod on Saturday at the Chicoine Center.

Colorado sports notes: Martin Necas shines with 3 points in Avalanche's 4-2 win over Golden Knights

Colorado sports notes: Martin Necas shines with 3 points in Avalanche's 4-2 win over Golden Knights

Martin Necas celebrated his new contract with a goal and two assists, helping the Colorado Avalanche beat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2.

Leyton dominates Pawnee City 63-14 to advance in D6 Playoffs

Leyton dominates Pawnee City 63-14 to advance in D6 Playoffs

Leyton rolled to a 63-14 win over Pawnee City in Friday’s Class D6 playoff opener. The Warriors scored on every possession and move on to face Stuart in next week’s quarterfinals.

Grand Island removes interim tag, officially names Jeff McQuinn head football coach

Grand Island removes interim tag, officially names Jeff McQuinn head football coach

Grand Island Senior High is officially moving forward with Jeff McQuinn as the head of the school’s football program.

Omaha Supernovas Reveal Full 2026 Schedule, Host San Diego in Jan. 8 Home Opener

Omaha Supernovas Reveal Full 2026 Schedule, Host San Diego in Jan. 8 Home Opener

OMAHA, Neb. – The Omaha Supernovas, the world’s leading volleyball franchise, have officially announced their 28-match schedule for the upcoming 2026 Major League Volleyball season.

Leigh school board votes 9-0 to end co-op with Clarkson after emotional board meeting

Leigh school board votes 9-0 to end co-op with Clarkson after emotional board meeting

Two Northeast Nebraska schools that have joined together for activities for years are now headed in separate directions.

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Briar Cliff recap, Morningside preview

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Briar Cliff recap, Morningside preview

Doane head football coach Jonathan Johnson breaks down the game against Briar Cliff, previews this weekend's matchup against Morningside, and showcases the players who will be honored on Senior Day.

Colorado sports notes: Denver Broncos defense faces a shake-up. Pat Surtain II is out, Dre Greenlaw is back

Colorado sports notes: Denver Broncos defense faces a shake-up. Pat Surtain II is out, Dre Greenlaw is back

The Denver Broncos face a challenge as they lose cornerback Pat Surtain II to injury but gain linebacker Dre Greenlaw back in the lineup. Surtain is out with a strained pectoral muscle.

Thursday's local scoreboard, Oct. 30

Thursday's local scoreboard, Oct. 30

Thursday's local scoreboard, Oct. 30

No. 23 Creighton is entering the season with lots of new faces and the same high expectations

No. 23 Creighton is entering the season with lots of new faces and the same high expectations

Creighton coach Greg McDermott and his staff undertook a major roster makeover with the departures of last season’s top four scorers.

Big Red Buzz: Does Emmett Johnson make blockers 'always right?'

Big Red Buzz: Does Emmett Johnson make blockers 'always right?'

Benning said Johnson is evidence that running backs are developing at Nebraska

Big Red Buzz: Rhule finds a home at Nebraska

Big Red Buzz: Rhule finds a home at Nebraska

Damon Benning is guest on special House Rhules podcast

Garden County hosts St. Mary’s in volleyball district final Saturday

Garden County hosts St. Mary’s in volleyball district final Saturday

Garden County hosts St. Mary’s in the D2-6 District Final on Saturday at 1 p.m. MT in Oshkosh. Catch the match - and Friday’s Garden County football playoff game vs. Crawford at 5 p.m. - live on 987 The Big Boy and thebigboy987.com.

WNCC volleyball team falls to No. 4 NJC

WNCC volleyball team falls to No. 4 NJC

The Western Nebraska Community College volleyball team wrapped up the regular season falling to No. 4 Northeastern Junior College 25-11, 25-18, 25-16 Wednesday in Sterling, Colorado.

Battle Creek advances to District Final after reverse sweep of Wayne

Battle Creek advances to District Final after reverse sweep of Wayne

With Halloween just around the corner, the Battle Creek Bravettes fit into the theme, coming back from the dead in Wednesday night's Sub-District Final win over Wayne in five sets (15-25, 21-25, 25-21, 25-19, 15-10)

Colorado sports notes: The Broncos' new 41-year-old tight end, Marcedes Lewis, is already impressing teammates

Colorado sports notes: The Broncos' new 41-year-old tight end, Marcedes Lewis, is already impressing teammates

The Denver Broncos have signed 41-year-old tight end Marcedes Lewis. He could be elevated from the practice squad for Sunday’s game against the Houston Texans.

Wednesday's local scoreboard, Oct. 29

Wednesday's local scoreboard, Oct. 29

Wednesday's local scoreboard, Oct. 29

Lourdes CC Volleyball Team Advances to District Finals with Sweep of H-TR-S

Lourdes CC Volleyball Team Advances to District Finals with Sweep of H-TR-S

NEBRASKA CITY, NE - The Humboldt-Table Rock-Steinauer Titans traveled to Nebraska City Tuesday night to take on the Lourdes Central Catholic Knights in the Class D1-1 Subdistrict final.

Cougar notes: WNCC men’s basketball return eight from last year

Cougar notes: WNCC men’s basketball return eight from last year

The Western Nebraska Community College men’s basketball team will get the season started on Halloween and the team couldn’t be happier.

Deion Sanders: Colorado must 'flush the darn toilet' after 53-7 loss at Utah

Deion Sanders: Colorado must 'flush the darn toilet' after 53-7 loss at Utah

Deion Sanders has been pushing and motivating his team after a 53-7 loss to Utah.

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Oct. 28

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Oct. 28

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Oct. 28

Garden County makes their second straight District Final

Garden County makes their second straight District Final

Garden County looks to make their second straight District Final appearance in D2 Volleyball after a 3-0 set win over Potter-Dix to capture the D2-11 Sub-District Championship.

Kearney High names Jake Redman as head softball coach

Kearney High names Jake Redman as head softball coach

Kearney Public Schools announcing that Jake Redman has been named head softball coach.

Colorado sports notes: Deion Sanders focused on rebounding from Colorado's loss, not coaching future after health concerns

Colorado sports notes: Deion Sanders focused on rebounding from Colorado's loss, not coaching future after health concerns

Deion Sanders is focused on bouncing back from Colorado's recent loss at Utah, not what the future might hold after recent health concerns.

Sidney reserve Volleyball Team finishes season undefeated

Sidney reserve Volleyball Team finishes season undefeated

The Sidney High School Reserve Volleyball Team finished the season undefeated with a 17-0 record. Fifteen of the 17 wins were in straight sets.

Sidney and Leyton schools announce early dismissal Friday for state football playoff games

Sidney and Leyton schools announce early dismissal Friday for state football playoff games

Both Sidney and Leyton schools will dismiss early Friday so students and fans can cheer on their teams in the opening round of the NSAA state football playoffs.

Athletes from Crete, Beatrice compete at 2025 Nebraska Boys Tennis State Championships

Athletes from Crete, Beatrice compete at 2025 Nebraska Boys Tennis State Championships

Both Crete and Beatrice had one representative – either an individual or a pair – in all four events at the 2025 Nebraska Boys Tennis State Championships last week.

2025 Southeast Nebraska Cross Country State Roundup: McCool Junction girls Class D champs, three other schools finish in top five

2025 Southeast Nebraska Cross Country State Roundup: McCool Junction girls Class D champs, three other schools finish in top five

66 athletes from a total of 15 teams competed at the 2025 Nebraska Cross Country State Championships, with the McCool Junction girls claiming their second straight team title.

Auburn Runs Away with 54-14 Win in Nebraska City

Auburn Runs Away with 54-14 Win in Nebraska City

NEBRASKA CITY, NE - On a chilly and misty Friday night in Nebraska City, the Auburn Bulldogs rode their rushing attack to a 54-14 win over the host Nebraska City Pioneers, as heard on B103.

Colorado sports notes: Bo Nix and rookies lead Broncos to 44-24 victory over Cowboys, extending home win streak to 9

Colorado sports notes: Bo Nix and rookies lead Broncos to 44-24 victory over Cowboys, extending home win streak to 9

Bo Nix threw for four touchdowns, rookie R.J. Harvey scored three times and the Denver Broncos routed the Dallas Cowboys 44-24.

Eagles notes: Chadron State women take 12th, men 13th at RMAC XC

Eagles notes: Chadron State women take 12th, men 13th at RMAC XC

Seniors Nate Mann and Lydia Peters were the first across the line for the Chadron State men's and women's cross country teams as the Eagle women placed 12th at the RMAC Cross Country Championships while the men's team placed 13th.

Colorado sports notes: Morgan Geekie's hustle goal helps Bruins beat Avalanche 3-2 to halt 6-game skid

Colorado sports notes: Morgan Geekie's hustle goal helps Bruins beat Avalanche 3-2 to halt 6-game skid

Morgan Geekie hustled to a loose puck behind the net, collected it and slipped it inside the left post with 4.5 seconds left in the second period and the Boston Bruins snapped their six-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over Colorado on Saturday.

Saturday's local scoreboard, Oct. 25

Saturday's local scoreboard, Oct. 25

Saturday's local scoreboard, Oct. 25

Wayne State runs all over ninth-ranked Minnesota State

Wayne State runs all over ninth-ranked Minnesota State

The Wildcats rushed for 388 yds in their

WNCC volleyball down Trinidad on sophomore day

WNCC volleyball down Trinidad on sophomore day

The Western Nebraska Community College volleyball dropped the first set and then responded by taking the next three in earning the 22-25, 25-22, 25-13, 25-18 conference win over Trinidad State College Friday at Cougar Palace on sophomore night.

Postseason football brackets: Sidney lands No. 3 seed, will host Pierce to open Class C1 playoffs

Postseason football brackets: Sidney lands No. 3 seed, will host Pierce to open Class C1 playoffs

Sidney grabs the No. 3 seed in Class C1 and opens at home vs. Pierce on Oct. 31.

Colorado sports notes: Stephen Curry's heroics overshadow Aaron Gordon's 50-point night in Warriors' OT win

Colorado sports notes: Stephen Curry's heroics overshadow Aaron Gordon's 50-point night in Warriors' OT win

Stephen Curry has once again stolen the spotlight in a thrilling game against the Denver Nuggets.

Sidney Dominates Chadron 38-14 to Finish 9-0

Sidney Dominates Chadron 38-14 to Finish 9-0

he Sidney Red Raiders capped off another undefeated regular season in dominant fashion Friday night, defeating the Chadron Cardinals 38-14 to claim the Class C1-7 District title for the second straight year.

Cedar Catholic wraps up unbeaten regular season

Cedar Catholic wraps up unbeaten regular season

The Trojans beat third-ranked Norfolk Catholic 27-7

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 24

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 24

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 24

Braves End Season on High Note

Braves End Season on High Note

BATTLE CREEK - The future is bright for the young Braves, capping off their season with a 53-0 drubbing of Ponca Friday night.

Potter-Dix shuts out South Platte 51-0

Potter-Dix shuts out South Platte 51-0

Potter-Dix closed the regular season with a 51-0 shutout of South Platte behind four touchdowns from senior Landon Gasseling.

Chase County shines at NSAA State Cross Country Championships

Chase County shines at NSAA State Cross Country Championships

Chase County girls claimed a team title, and Gering’s Axton Stone, Perkins County’s Elijah Goodell, and Gordon-Rushville’s Rarity Cournoyer all medaled.

Scout Bell finishes first for Gothenburg as Swedes finish fifth at state cross country

Scout Bell finishes first for Gothenburg as Swedes finish fifth at state cross country

Gothenburg sophomore Scout Bell claimed the Class C girls state championship Friday at the NSAA State Cross Country Meet in Kearney.

Food as Medicine

Food as Medicine

Food as Medicine

Food as Medicine

Why Buying Bulk Snack Mix Is the Smart Choice for Busy Households and Offices

Why Buying Bulk Snack Mix Is the Smart Choice for Busy Households and Offices

Want to Boost Foot Traffic? Here’s Why a Hot Chocolate Cart Catering Might Be Your Best Bet

Want to Boost Foot Traffic? Here’s Why a Hot Chocolate Cart Catering Might Be Your Best Bet

What Your Wedding Food Catering Budget Should Be in NYC

What Your Wedding Food Catering Budget Should Be in NYC

The Coffee Cart For Hire Strategy That Makes Guests Feel Like VIPs

The Coffee Cart For Hire Strategy That Makes Guests Feel Like VIPs

Winning numbers drawn in Saturday’s Nebraska Pick 5

Winning numbers drawn in Saturday’s Nebraska Pick 3

Winning numbers drawn in Saturday’s Nebraska Pick 4

Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful and polarizing vice presidents in US history, dies at 84

Berkshire Hathaway's profits rise 17% as Warren Buffett prepares to step down as CEO

Fentasy.se Unveils 2025 Dress Collection Redefining Modern Scandinavian Elegance

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25 Actors who quit or were fired from hit film franchises early on

State’s top talent, four champions back at state volleyball this week

Peru State MBB Player Snares Offensive Player of the Week Honor Following Historic Win

O'Brien wins fourth defensive player of the week

Colorado sports notes: Atlanta Braves hire former Rockies manager Walt Weiss as their manager to succeed Brian Snitker

Jackson scores 24, Murray State defeats Omaha 85-77