The Iain Nicolson Audubon Center's Rowe Sanctuary is now better equipped than ever to handle the influx of visitors, thanks to a $12.5 million renovation and expansion.

Buffalo county commissioners were presented a report Tuesday outlining the findings of needs assessment that highlighted the need for expanded space for local law enforcement.  

A Hastings service organization is looking to raise six figures of donations to provide area skaters with an upgraded facility in the near future.

A former Nebraska high school football coach already accused of having a sexual relationship with a student is now facing new charges.

One of Nebraska’s most familiar faces is back on TV on a regular schedule.

Sam Schroeder will serve a second term as student body president at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, with Paige Oltmans joining the cabinet as vice president.

A 39-year-old Broken Bow man was sentenced to just over seven years for child pornography charges. 

The Hastings St. Cecilia High School Softball Head Coach position is open for the first time in the program's history. 

The University of Nebraska at Kearney has been classified as a Research College and University by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation, placing it among an elite group of institutions recognized for significant research activity.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol responded to over 300 weather-related traffic incidents during Nebraska’s latest winter storm. Tragically, one crash near Grand Island involved multiple fatalities.

A Hastings non-profit is kicking off the final stage of a 10-year-long capital campaign with continued renovations to a century-old building. 

Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers is pleased to announce Breckstynn Callihan from Grand Island, Nebraska, as the winner of the annual Nebraska Missing Children’s Day Poster Contest.

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. - The Nebraska State Patrol is announcing that two Lexington residents were killed on I-80 after crossing the median and hitting a semi head-on. Around 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, a Chevrolet Trailblazer was traveling west on I-80 near mile mark

Interstate 80 was closed in both directions between Grand Island and Lincoln as blizzard conditions created treacherous travel across central Nebraska.

The program aims to guide the long-term development of the community over the next 25 years, and started with public input sessions happening Tuesday and Wednesday.

The Hastings City Council will begin meeting at a new time starting with its upcoming meeting on Monday. 

A central Nebraska village has been chosen to take part in a state-wide program that supports the development of young children. 

An Omaha man is facing multiple charges for assaulting his girlfriend in Hastings after a juvenile called 9-1-1 to report the incident.

A Hastings man is behind bars for allegedly assaulting a woman and a police officer at the victim's home.

A Grand Island teenager is facing several charges stemming from his 4th DUI charge in the past 15 months. 

Former superintendent Kent Edwards will take over as KPS associate superintendent following the departure of Chris Loofe.

A Kearney man accused of threatening a police lieutenant and stalking the city’s police chief will have to wait another couple of months before finding out his sentence.

Authorities in central Nebraska say the man arrested in connection to Friday, Feb. 21 Clay County homicide, has died. 

The legal saga involving the former Kearney High girls basketball coach is coming to a close after more than a year of efforts to move forward with a defamation lawsuit.

The Platte County Emergency Management reported Thursday that an ice jam on the Loup River had spread across the westbound lanes of Hwy 30, roughly one mile west of the Hwy 81 junction, south of Columbus. 

The Ravenna Public School District is asking residents to vote in March on a proposed bond aimed at improving the school’s facilities, with a focus on safety, inclusion and modernizing learning spaces.

The Hastings Public Library is in the process of creating an outdoor common space for its visitors, and is asking for the public's help to move forward.

Due to potential dangerous fire weather conditions, Hastings and the area surrounding the city have been placed under a burn ban.

The Broken Bow Area Rotary Club announced Wednesday morning that 46 fire departments have mobilized to support local crews in their efforts to combat the flames surrounding Custer County.

Three of Kearney’s leading organizations now have a building that matches the city’s image.

The Hastings Public Library has reopened its top position after the hiring of its new Library Director fell through.

The Hastings city council on Monday unanimously approved a resolution that will enter the city into an agreement with state and federal aviation agencies in order to improve conditions.

Plans for a new roundabout at the Highway 30 and University Drive intersection are back on track after taking a brief detour due to a legal hiccup in the bid process.

Two firefighters are recovering from injuries that were sustained after rolling into a canyon during a fire response. 

Traffic is back to normal after Kearney Police and first responders cleared the scene of a two-vehicle injury accident on the west side of town. 

Three days after the United States Postal Services announced mail distribution and processing services will stay in North Platte, a community leader is speaking out on the decision.

Several grass fires broke out Monday afternoon across Nebraska, causing many fire departments to quickly respond and assist those in need.

Gray has been arrested for first degree homicide and use of a weapon to commit a felony. Following service of the arrest warrant, custody of Gray has been transferred from troopers to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

The Kearney High Cheerleading team made history on Saturday by securing a runner-up finish in the Class A Traditional Routine at the Nebraska State Cheer & Dance Championships.

The Central Platte Natural Resources District Director is stepping down after 25 years of service to the NRD.

A Grand Island Lutheran School will have a new name and mascot beginning next school year after forming a new unified Lutheran school alliance. 

The Merrick County Sheriff’s Office responded to a pair of bad accidents over the last couple of weekends.

Families from across the nation are converging on the Buffalo County Fairgrounds to not only buy and sell livestock, but to also share industry knowledge with peers and children interested in the trade.

The University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Pharmacy has 10 prospective students and counting committed to be part of its inaugural cohort to matriculate to pharmacy school at the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus.

The Kearney High Dance Catz are making history by claiming the school’s first-ever State Dance Championship in addition to earning the top award for academics.

Multiple explosions and a fire rocked the city of Broken Bow early Thursday morning, which started just after 6:15 a.m. at the Downtown Municipal Power Plant.

An early morning explosion at the Broken Bow Municipal Power Plant sent a shockwave through the community Thursday, knocking out power to much of the city and prompting an emergency declaration.

For the second year in a row, Kayden Sipp stands atop the 140-pound weight class as a state wrestling champion.

State traffic safety officials convened in Kearney this week to share knowledge among themselves and the public in an effort to reduce distracted driving, speeding and other dangerous behaviors.

The Central Nebraska Regional Airport is setting all-time records for the numbers of passengers boarding aircraft in its facility during the month of January.  

CHI Health St. Francis officials announced Wednesday that it had received level three trauma center verification from the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma.

As snow and dangerously cold conditions dominate Central Nebraska, Crossroads Mission Avenue is working around the clock to provide shelter and a sense of community to those in need. 

The Trump administration’s effort to reduce the federal workforce appears to have impacted the USDA’s Meat Animal Research Center near Clay Center.

Officers arrested Leonardo Rivas, Timothy Rivas, Ildefonzo Munoz Diaz, and Jose Munoz Diaz Monday morning at 12:38 a.m. outside of El Tabares Bar and Grill on charges stemming from the disturbance. 

Winter weather continues across the area as snow and dangerously cold wind chill temperatures are expected this week.

Monday is the first day members at the Kearney Family YMCA can sign up for 24/7 access in preparation for its March 1st starting date. 

For the first time this year, the Hastings Streets Department is planning on plowing residential streets after snowfall overnight, all while using a new ice melting product in some areas of the city.

University officials are reviewing applications and preparing for interviews with the candidates for the next University of Nebraska at Kearney chancellor.

Kearney Public Schools isn’t wasting time in canceling classes ahead of a blast of winter weather.

Winter weather appears poised to again create dangerous conditions in Nebraska.

The First Baptist Church will be home to Faith Christian’s expansion, and school officials say the high school will open in August 2026.

A program record eight Adams Central Girls wrestlers are headed to the state championships behind their undefeated defending state champion. 

A man convicted of assaulting and strangling a mother in front of her children is being put behind bars for decades.

Adams County officials recently unveiled the 2025 grandstand lineup that will be performing at this year’s Fairfest concert.