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Chip sealing in Sidney to begin July 13

Starting Monday, July 6, through Wednesday, July 15, the Street Department will be preparing and chip sealing select streets in Sidney. All vehicles must be removed from the street by 6 a.m. each day of chip sealing.

Thousands turn out for Norfolk's July 4 Odd Fellows Parade

Natural fireworks kick off holiday weekend

Tornado Warning issued for Valentine

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Valentine

Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect

Nebraska City fire crews battle blaze at abandoned home

Former Nebraska wrestler AJ Ferrari faces three felony charges

Memories of service

Veterans reach halfway point of 3,700-mile ride in northeast Nebraska

State Patrol adds two new police service dogs, including Kearney-based K-9

Troopers urge sober driving for Independence Day weekend

The Nebraska State Patrol is joining police agencies across the country in a nationwide campaign focused on impaired driving. The campaign continues through July 6.

District 47 Legislative Update

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Communities are observing the Semiquincentennial on July 4, 2026, in recognition of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. This historic milestone invites us to honor the courage of our founders.

A Nebraska photographer rode his bike from Texas to Canada. He did it for the cranes.

The man behind the boom, Wisnieski celebrates 30 years orchestrating Norfolk’s big bang

Older and disabled Nebraskans depend on rural transit services. A funding crisis may force major cuts

Volunteers step up as the Log Road Fire continues burning near Crawford

Firefighters are making progress on a wildfire burning northwest of Crawford, with officials reporting the Log Road Fire is now 15% contained after scorching more than 1,500 acres.

Kearney Keno one year later: New operator brings changes, debate over results

Big Red Keno says recent changes are improving participation after a difficult transition, while local businesses question whether those gains have reached their bottom line. City officials say they'll continue evaluating the results.

President Donald J. Trump approves major disaster declaration for Nebraska

FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Nebraska to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires from March 12 to April 2. Public Assistance federal funding is available to the state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain private non-profit organizations on a cost-sharing basis.

Cheyenne County Community Center extends gymnasium closure to allow floor finish to cure

The Cheyenne County Community Center has extended the temporary closure of its basketball gymnasium and racquetball courts through Thursday, July 9.

Historical Society hosts naturalization ceremony

The U.S. Immigration Service held a naturalization ceremony just ahead of America 250 anniversary

Sen. Ricketts talks parades, Nebraska culture, and legislative goals at 2026 Beatrice Homestead Days Parade

Nebraska State Patrol welcomes two new K9s to the ranks

The Nebraska State Patrol welcomes two new dogs to the NSP Police Service Dog Unit.

Buy big game permits starting July 8

Hunters may begin purchasing Nebraska big game permits that are available over the counter in July. All sales begin at 10 a.m. Central time and continue through the close of hunting seasons or until the permit quotas sell out.

Stuhr Museum holding United We Celebrate Festival

Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday

Two hundred and fifty years ago, our nation’s founding fathers gathered to proclaim their independence from Great Britain. I am proud that our nation is guided by the foundational belief that we are all created equal, endowed with the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

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