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Two men are facing charges after a bar fight at the Rushville American Legion that allegedly involved a pool stick used as a weapon.

Farmers First: USDA Secretary Rollins unveils first phase of federal agriculture agenda with appearance in Valparaiso
Farmers First: U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins unveiled the first phase of the Trump administration's "Make Agriculture Great Again" agenda with an appearance at a longstanding small family farm in Valparaiso.

Calls for accountability continue after Norfolk Arts Center removes photo of two men kissing
NORFOLK, Neb. -- The Norfolk Arts Center is under fire after removing a photograph of two men kissing from a recent exhibit, sparking accusations of censorship and raising questions about the center's commitment to inclusion. In a statement, a group of co

Columbus public schools close option enrollment amid capacity concerns
COLUMBUS, Neb. -- In a decision that's sure to spark discussion, Columbus Public Schools (CPS) has announced it will close option enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year. This move was made during the May 12, 2025, Board of Education meeting, and comes a

Boxing champ Terence Crawford tells Omaha graduates to work hard and keep fighting for success
Unbeaten four-division world champion Terence “Bud” Crawford encouraged graduating University of Nebraska at Omaha students Friday to devote themselves to hard work, never give in to negativity and never stop setting goals.

Wayne State mourns loss of former college president
WAYNE, Neb. — The Wayne State community is in mourning the death of Curt Frye, a former president who leaves behind a legacy of dedication and service to the community. Frye, who was 77, passed away Tuesday at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton,