Perkins County stays relevant through ongoing community projects

Community leaders say local projects are helping improve quality of life and encourage people to stay and return home

July 15, 2026Updated: July 15, 2026

By Dave Griek

Perkins County stays relevant through ongoing community projects

Photo courtesy: Perkins County Community Foundation

Regional

Trump administration orders ICE to suspend most vehicle stops after 2 deadly shootings

Two Nebraska nurses disciplined after alleged reuse of deceased patients' medications

Buffett omits gift to Bill Gates' foundation after Microsoft cofounder's Epstein ties disclosed

Omaha's Milan Laser grows to nation's largest laser hair removal company

Monolith seeks to build data center in Hallam, application to be submitted by mid-July

Man cited after seizure of dozens of animals at West Omaha home

State

Perkins County stays relevant through ongoing community projects

West Virgina man in custody for multiple charges

Child taken to hospital after reported emergency at Neligh pool

Fischer Wildfire Disaster Assistance Bill becomes law

Denver native honored as Warfighter of the Week aboard USS George Washington

Sports

Bobcat basketball misses 2026 tournament goal

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

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

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

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