Stories from Tuesday, August 6, 2024

Jameson Allen Corder Dec. 6, 2021 - Aug. 2, 2024 McCOOK, Neb. - Jameson Allen Corder, a brother, son, nephew, and grandson, was born in McCook, Neb., on Dec. 6, 2021, and passed away on Aug. 2, 2024. In his short time with us, Jameson brought immense joy and love to all who were fortunate enough to know him. ...

McCOOK, Neb. — The Meissner family is looking forward to their reunion on Sunday, Aug. 18, at noon at the Red Willow County Fairgrounds Community Center. The event will feature a potluck meal and is expected to bring together multiple generations of the family for a day of bonding and shared memories. ...

In a significant political move, Vice President Kamala Harris announced Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the upcoming presidential election. The nomination has sparked a whirlwind of reactions from both supporters and critics. A Controversial Pick...

INDIANOLA, Neb. — Mark your calendars for a journey into the past on Sunday, Aug. 11, as the 16th Annual Bum Malleck/Griff Malleck Memorial Threshing & Wanda Malleck Memorial Quilt Show takes place just 4 miles south of Indianola. This unique event, held in conjunction with the annual Indianola Old Settlers Celebration, offers a captivating glimpse into old-time harvesting and farming methods...

As summer comes to an end and the new school year begins, it’s a critical time for residents of Southwest Nebraska to prioritize safe driving. The Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) is actively encouraging our community to prevent injuries and save lives by practicing safe driving habits. ...

LINCOLN, Neb. — A joint effort by the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) and the Lincoln Police Department (LPD) led to the arrest of one person following a high-speed pursuit in north Lincoln. At around 10:15 p.m. on Monday, a Nebraska State Patrol trooper attempted to stop a Ford Focus on Superior Street near 14th Street for driving without taillights. ...

OMAHA, Neb. — Gambling opponents came together to present a long list of concerns over expanded gambling in a press conference hosted by Gambling with the Good Life at the Open Door Mission in Omaha on Tuesday. National Opposition Les Bernal, Executive Director of the national “Stop Predatory Gambling” organization, began the conference by highlighting the failures of local casinos across the United States. ...