Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

By the Nebraska Game & Parks Commission

June 20, 2026Updated: June 20, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Regional

Pillen announces executive order on statewide economic development

VA awards $1.5 million for veteran suicide prevention efforts in Nebraska

Angus to stand trial on first-degree murder charge

Douglas County sheriff referred cases to ICE and floated deal with agency amid national crackdown

Omaha funeral home placed on probation after unlicensed cremations

Lincoln police captain charged with misdemeanor child abuse after toddler left alone in locked van

State

AD Dannen brings message of innovation to Governor's Summit

Benefit planned in Valentine for 7-year-old girl battling rare neurological disorder

Valentine Korean War veteran honored decades after serving overseas

Battle Creek honors legendary coach Bob Schnitzler with special event

Sidney electric department budget increasing 50%

Sports

Nebraska not overlooking Terps, despite rough last two games

Battle Creek honors legendary coach Bob Schnitzler with special event

Andi Jackson named Big Ten Player of the Week

Williams Nwaneri making big impact on Husker defense

Doane authors impressive all-around outing in 2026 home opener

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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

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