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July 4, 2026Updated: July 4, 2026

By Forrest Hershberger

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Regional

Former Nebraska wrestler AJ Ferrari faces three felony charges

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

State

Tornado Warning 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

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