Stories from Wednesday, November 20, 2024

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen and a delegation of agency, agriculture, manufacturing, military and university representatives completed a trade mission to the Czech Republic and Germany, two countries with which Nebraska boasts significant and positive ties...

LINCOLN, Neb. - Nebraska parents and legal guardians of children 5 years old or younger may soon be eligible for a new refundable child care tax credit under the Child Care Tax Credit Act, which takes effect for tax years beginning January 1, 2024...

incoln - Callin Hake scored a career-high 17 points and Jessica Petrie pitched in a career-high 14 to lead five Huskers in double figures, as No. 21 Nebraska rolled to an 85-48 women's basketball win over North Alabama on Tuesday night at Pinnacle Bank Arena...

Co-Ed Competitive Adult Volleyball Scores from Tuesday evening: Rambali vs. Haller: Rambali wins 2-0 T & L Contracting vs. High Street Insurance: T & L Contracting wins 2-1 Ball High vs. Bison Dental: Bison Dental wins 2-1 High Street Insurance vs. Off/On The Court: Highstreet Insurance wins 2-0...

cCook Junior High wrestlers took home a trio of championships along with several more high places on Tuesday. Bison grappled with Holdrege, Cozad, Gothenburg and host Minden. A rundown of all the Bison who won matches other than forfeits: 104-110 pounds: Bryson Keller won the championship. He pinned T. Iosinobu, COZ, in 2:53. Isaac Dutton placed second. He pinned Iosinobu in :37...

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Thanksgiving is almost here, and many of us can count blessings like friends, family and our communities. But what about our outdoor spaces, and all the benefits they bring – spaces to watch wildlife, to recreate, to destress and enjoy nature? Here are six Nebraska state parks, most a little off the beaten path, that offer much to be thankful for...

McCOOK Neb. – On Veterans Day, the McCook High School community came together to honor a cherished alumnus, Sergeant Randy Jay Matheny. A plaque dedicated to his memory was unveiled, purchased by his graduating class of 2004, as a heartfelt tribute to a young man who made the ultimate sacrifice for his country...