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Newly-formed investment group to study new Falls City power plant
Newly-formed investment group to study new Falls City power plant

Falls City City Council authorizes community benefits agreement

Nebraska City adds second K9 unit

Nebraska City adds second K9 unit

Ofc. Stenka introduces Bebe at city council meeting

Nella Aldrich Stoddard Farm nominated for National Register of Historic Places

Nella Aldrich Stoddard Farm nominated for National Register of Historic Places

Pioneer family proved berries could be profitable in Nebraska Territory

Auburn story lures Good of the Hive muralist

Auburn story lures Good of the Hive muralist

Two world-class artists converge where Auburn elementary students rallied for the honeybee

Green Cities Conference in Rome invites Arbor Day Foundation

Green Cities Conference in Rome invites Arbor Day Foundation

Dan Lambe speaks on Tree Cities of the World program

Nemaha NRD invites students to plant trees ahead of emerald ash borer

Nemaha NRD invites students to plant trees ahead of emerald ash borer

Trees for Towns initiative at Kirkman's Cove

Syracuse volunteers painting the town with murals

Syracuse volunteers painting the town with murals

Ribbon cutting held for downtown mural

Berkshire Hathaway to pay $9.7 billion for OxyChem, potentially Warren Buffett's last big deal

Berkshire Hathaway to pay $9.7 billion for OxyChem, potentially Warren Buffett's last big deal

Berkshire Hathaway is buying Occidental Petroleum's chemical division for $9.7 billion in what may be the last big acquisition involving the consummate dealmaker, Warren Buffett.

ABB announces Citroniq agreement for first-ever bio-based polypropylene facility in Nebraska

ABB announces Citroniq agreement for first-ever bio-based polypropylene facility in Nebraska

Company highlights energy efficiency as Falls City explores all utility options at Mid-America Rail Campus

Jefferson County Commissioners speak out against proposed UNL program cut

Jefferson County Commissioners speak out against proposed UNL program cut

With UNL considering cutting half a dozen programs to help address budget constraints, county officials in Southeast Nebraska are speaking up in support of one of those fields of study.

Falls City fulfills its role to authenticate western route of Underground Railroad

Falls City fulfills its role to authenticate western route of Underground Railroad

Discoveries emerging for national historic trail and heritage tourism

Nebraska sues security camera company with ties to China

Nebraska sues security camera company with ties to China

Most people who buy a security camera are hoping to make their home safer. The Nebraska Attorney General says cameras created by one brand are actually doing the opposite.

Ribbon chopping celebrates fort replica

Ribbon chopping celebrates fort replica

Wood River Fort provides setting for living history at Lewis and Clark center

Driver sentenced after child killed while playing at a farmers market

Driver sentenced after child killed while playing at a farmers market

Defense attorney: what happened here was just a tragic, tragic accident

Rosas interception seals Norfolk's win over Lincoln Southeast in offensive showdown

Rosas interception seals Norfolk's win over Lincoln Southeast in offensive showdown

There were fireworks on the field in the 36-33 Norfolk Panther win over the LSE Knights on Thursday evening

Sartore spreads awareness with Photo Ark

Sartore spreads awareness with Photo Ark

Photographer challenged by extinction photos

Daughter's artwork sewed in memory quilt

Daughter's artwork sewed in memory quilt

"Together we made sure my family had something to remember Kari by"

What's in your water? Pivots may lose life span if heavy metals corrode, clog them

What's in your water? Pivots may lose life span if heavy metals corrode, clog them

Take a closer look at pivots and irrigation pipe the next time driving through farmland. The difference in colors of the equipment within a few miles of one another may be surprising.

What's in your water? Heavy metals were found on scale in areas of central Nebraska

What's in your water? Heavy metals were found on scale in areas of central Nebraska

Discolored water can be a sign of contaminants, and until it's tested, there's no way of knowing for sure how it may affect the health of you, your family, pets, or livestock.

Riverview Nature Park hosting Bioblitz

Riverview Nature Park hosting Bioblitz

Volunteers encouraged to help document park's pollinators and other signs of life

What's in your water? Quality can be a concern for some

What's in your water? Quality can be a concern for some

Water concerns in central Nebraska were brought to the attention of NCN, and we started exploring the quality across the state.

2025 Small College Football Season Preview: Nebraska Wesleyan

2025 Small College Football Season Preview: Nebraska Wesleyan

The Nebraska Wesleyan offense and defense are united by a common mantra: go 1-0 every play.
The Prairie Wolves will bring that philosophy into their 10th season as a DIII program, which begins this weekend.

Lincoln Lutheran breaks ground on new Warrior Wellness Center

Lincoln Lutheran breaks ground on new Warrior Wellness Center

Lincoln Lutheran High School is taking steps to better their fitness and wellness program. 

Murder victim had been denied protection order

Murder victim had been denied protection order

Falls City deaths

Car collided with propane truck at highway intersection near Dunbar

Car collided with propane truck at highway intersection near Dunbar

Propane tank was not ruptured, but firefighters shut off brief leak

America's last living ace pilot from World War II dies at age 103

America's last living ace pilot from World War II dies at age 103

A World War II veteran from Nebraska believed to be America’s last surviving “ace” pilot because he shot down five enemy planes has died.

Citizens call for teamwork on county roads

Citizens call for teamwork on county roads

Concerned Citizens for Richardson County pack county board meeting

Romanian councilors observe Nebraska democracy

Romanian councilors observe Nebraska democracy

25 years after the Romanian Revolution, elected leaders visit Syracuse

Gusty winds for 4H archery at the Nemaha County Fair

Gusty winds for 4H archery at the Nemaha County Fair

Fritz sets goal of perfect score

Man in custody after Glenwood couple killed in shooting has died

Man in custody after Glenwood couple killed in shooting has died

Iowa investigation authorities said Friday that the man taken into custody after two people were killed in a shooting two days earlier has died.

Girls Inc. announces construction plans for South Omaha center

Girls Inc. announces construction plans for South Omaha center

Girls Inc., a nonprofit organization which encourages girls to be "Strong, Smart, and Bold" through direct service and advocacy, has released more details about its highly anticipated new South Omaha Center.

Cows, chocolate and sour cream cookies highlight Friday afternoon at the Cass County fair

Cows, chocolate and sour cream cookies highlight Friday afternoon at the Cass County fair

Vogt enjoys beef showmanship

Firefighters rescue couple from house fire

Firefighters rescue couple from house fire

911 dispatcher calmed residents even as they reported heavy smoke making it hard for them to breathe

Police say a husband and wife have been shot dead in Iowa, and a suspect was injured in a house fire

Police say a husband and wife have been shot dead in Iowa, and a suspect was injured in a house fire

Authorities say a man and his wife have been shot to death in Glenwood, Iowa.

Newest PA announcer at Nebraska boasts iconic voice

Newest PA announcer at Nebraska boasts iconic voice

If you've been to a Nebraska high school state sporting event at any point over the last 30 years, or a UNK volleyball match over the last three plus decades, you may have heard his voice.

City trimming budget as sales tax engine sputters

City trimming budget as sales tax engine sputters

Tourists coming to Nebraska City, but buying less

Omaha Super Novas and Major League Volleyball set to merge with Pro Volleyball Federation

Omaha Super Novas and Major League Volleyball set to merge with Pro Volleyball Federation

The Omaha supernovas are announcing their inclusion in the unification of pro volleyball federation and major league volleyball.

Onion legacy lives on at Otoe County Fair

Onion legacy lives on at Otoe County Fair

Longer growing season evident at vegetable show

Robotic sheriff, gun-slinging toys and wood pallet creations highlight fair's open class

Robotic sheriff, gun-slinging toys and wood pallet creations highlight fair's open class

Brandt leaves with garden tips

Cheerful bee sayings landscape Auburn sidewalks

Cheerful bee sayings landscape Auburn sidewalks

Mini murals designed to promote positivity

Nebraska kids step up to the challenge

Nebraska kids step up to the challenge

Nebraska kids are jumping at the chance to be part of a national movement, and three of them were recently honored for completing the 50-yard challenge.

Snow plow driver charged in trooper's death

Snow plow driver charged in trooper's death

Cass County attorney alleges accidental death while driving recklessly

In York, steak comes with a side of history — and community

In York, steak comes with a side of history — and community

When you walk under the vintage neon sign and through the doors of Chances “R,” York’s 93-year-old signature steakhouse, you’re walking into Nebraska history.

Nebraska World War II POW welcomed home

Nebraska World War II POW welcomed home

For 80 years Erwin Schopp's photograph has been on display in Plymouth, Neb., and many learned why with the return home of his remains

Secretary Evnen organizing trade missions to Kenya, Egypt

Secretary Evnen organizing trade missions to Kenya, Egypt

Nebraska pursues business opportunities, human connections

Councilman wonders if politics is behind denial of home occupation permit

Councilman wonders if politics is behind denial of home occupation permit

Curttright says issue over home occupation permit rose after he was elected to city council

Nebraska Football Fan Days to kick off in August

Nebraska Football Fan Days to kick off in August

The 2025 Nebraska football team will make its public debut on Saturday, Aug. 2 with two events at Memorial Stadium. 

BDSRA conference takes center stage in Lincoln

BDSRA conference takes center stage in Lincoln

The theme in Lincoln this weekend is raising awareness.

Passenger swims ashore after boat catches fire on Branched Oak Lake

Passenger swims ashore after boat catches fire on Branched Oak Lake

The passenger of a boat on Branched Oak Lake had to swim to shore after it caught fire Thursday morning.

Brian Maher running for the Nebraska Board of Regents

Brian Maher running for the Nebraska Board of Regents

Dr. Brian Maher, Nebraska’s current Commissioner of Education and a lifelong educator, announced today his candidacy for the University of Nebraska Board of Regents representing District 1.

Staff injury reported at Tecumseh prison

Staff injury reported at Tecumseh prison

Corrections department says inmate used homemade weapon in attack

Restoration underway for Arbor Lodge walled garden

Restoration underway for Arbor Lodge walled garden

Bricks likely fired in Nebraska City despite 1903 coal shortage

Former State Sen. Brett Lindstrom running for Congress in Nebraska’s 2nd District

Former State Sen. Brett Lindstrom running for Congress in Nebraska’s 2nd District

Former Omaha State Sen. Brett Lindstrom has entered the race to be the Republican nominee to defend the Republican held 2nd Congressional District open seat. a

A search is underway for a missing man in Blair

A search is underway for a missing man in Blair

BLAIR, Neb.-- A 60-year-old Blair resident is missing.

Crete city council okays LB840 renewal plan; could be decided on ballot this year

Crete city council okays LB840 renewal plan; could be decided on ballot this year

After a preliminary plan to renew LB840 funding was approved by the Crete city council last night, Crete citizens could ultimately get to decide if that program gets another go-round in an election later this year.

Nebraska’s Pillen among 17 Republican governors to oppose congressional AI moratorium

Nebraska’s Pillen among 17 Republican governors to oppose congressional AI moratorium

LINCOLN — As the federal “one big beautiful bill” continues to move through Congress, one provision related to AI that Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen and 16 other Republican governors opposed has been removed, at least for now.

Latest segment propels vision for Nebraska City's five-mile trail

Latest segment propels vision for Nebraska City's five-mile trail

New bike/pedestrian trail connects 11th Street to softball complex and proposed sports complex

Next generation nuclear gets rousing reception at Auburn

Next generation nuclear gets rousing reception at Auburn

NPPD gauges community support for small modular nuclear

Foresters tour Riverview Nature Park with eye on invasive trees

Foresters tour Riverview Nature Park with eye on invasive trees

Nebraska City park chose for flagship project to knock back invasive tree species

Changes coming to Kearney Keno in face of local opposition

Changes coming to Kearney Keno in face of local opposition

There was a large crowd gathered at Kearney City Hall on Tuesday, where the city council was set to approve the committee’s decision of awarding the new contract to Big Red Keno, based out of Omaha.

Nebraska Economic Development director resigns amid workforce tour

Nebraska Economic Development director resigns amid workforce tour

K.C. Belitz, Nebraska's Economic Development Director, resigned after a year in the role, right after starting a workforce development tour.

Severe weather expected Monday night across the state

Severe weather expected Monday night across the state

Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop across Nebraska this evening and continue into the overnight hours.

State auditor notes rise in local government illegal activity

State auditor notes rise in local government illegal activity

Nebraska’s Auditor says he’s seeing a rise in improper spending in local governments all over the state.

Col. Bryan Waugh inaugurated as superintendent of Nebraska State Patrol

Col. Bryan Waugh inaugurated as superintendent of Nebraska State Patrol

The Nebraska State Patrol officially has their nineteenth Superintendent.

Goss: manufacturing jobs have not yet come back

Goss: manufacturing jobs have not yet come back

Economist says rising costs in the supply chain will hit consumers later on