Sidney Oktoberfest closes with special wiener dog races

The Sunday staple drew a large crowd to the Fairgrounds Pavilion.

Updated: October 5, 2026

By Brendan Preisman

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Regional

Texas man accused of sexually exploiting more than 50 children online

Trump rally draws supporters from across Nebraska

Union Pacific helps build nature park memories

FBI Top 10 fugitive accused in ATM cybercrime scheme appears in Nebraska court

State senators tour NioCorp mine progress

Lincoln woman arrested after 24-day-old baby suffers brain bleed, police say

State

Trump signs order extending tax-free use of red-dyed diesel during midterm stop in Nebraska

Osborn and Walz respond to Trump rally

New owners of Beatrice Bakery meet with mayor, city council

WeeShire Mains creates free guidebook ‘Big Feelings, Little Tools’

NCN speaks with President Trump in one-on-one interview

Sports

Colandrea’s running ability a major spark to Husker offense

Doane rues frustrating missed chances in Homecoming defeat to Mount Marty

Diller-Odell shuts down Meridian in Homecoming blanking

Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame inducts latest class

Huskers dominate second half, pull away from Maryland for 48-23 win

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

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