Valentine man recognized for helping protect the world’s largest intact grassland

The Nebraska Sandhills are home to the largest intact grassland in the world, and a Valentine man is being recognized for helping protect it.

March 8, 2026Updated: March 8, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

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Regional

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

UNL unveils new Louise Pound sculpture honoring her academic and athletic legacy

Man charged after cement truck worth $600k stolen off Memorial Stadium property

Gate 25 ready for Jon Rothstein's Husker Basketball happy hour

Huskers not overlooking North Dakota, looking to finish non-conference play 3-0

Anthony Colandrea named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week

State

Norfolk to require Actus to install odor controls or face severe permit restrictions

$18 million redevelopment in downtown Norfolk takes step forward

Omaha man cited after pickup crashes into creek near Pilger

Cambridge Court assisted living closure forces nearly 40 Kearney seniors to relocate

Axtell man takes plea deal, convicted in triple-fatal crash

Sports

Nebraska Basketball begins practice, with Sweet 16 season in rear view

Huskers turn to Michigan State after successful non-conference play

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

Nebraska rolls by North Dakota 34-7, heads into conference play 3-0

Tri County withstands injuries, strong Southern effort to earn third win of 2026 season

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer