District 47 Legislative Update

Celebrating 250 years as a nation

July 3, 2026Updated: July 3, 2026

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District 47 Legislative Update

District 47 Senator Paul StrommenCourtesy photo

Regional

Nebraska farmer creates American flag and eagle design in 70-acre soybean field for 4th of July

Historical Society hosts naturalization ceremony

Former Lincoln orthopedic surgeon accused of sexual harassment faces discipline

Illinois couple arrested in Douglas County lottery scam sting

County awaits court over pioneer cemetery

Bond set at $1 million for Lincoln man accused of sexually abusing three girls

State

Troopers urge sober driving for Independence Day weekend

District 47 Legislative Update

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

Sports

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

Ag & Outdoor

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April