Category: Regional News

Steven M. Sipple: NU football schedule talk; Moos’ dialogue with donors; and tip of cap to Doc For Nebraska’s purposes, a 2022 football game…

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Natural gas prices skyrocket during cold snap Bitter cold has extended across such a broad swath of the United States that suppliers are struggling…

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SBA Reaches 0 Billion Milestone in Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program The U.S. Small Business Administration this week reached a milestone in the success…

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NPPD Customers Asked to Voluntarily Conserve Energy Wholesale and retail customers of Nebraska Public Power District are being asked to take steps to conserve…

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Morrill Co. Man Injured in Train vs. Road Grader Collision A Morrill County Roads Department employee suffered critical injuries when a train collided with…

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Husker Researcher Studies Derecho Impact with Eye Toward Improving Silo Design On Aug. 10-11, 2020, a derecho swept across the Plains, producing widespread high,…

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Accidents Close I-80 Eastbound at Sidney UPDATE: Eastbound 80 reopened to traffic around 11:15 a.m. Sunday morning. ORIGINAL STORY: A 10-mile stretch of the…

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Kearney’s Mason RV has options for families or singles looking for safe and healthy activities RV and camper sales have set records during the…

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CSC women unsuccessful against UCCS, 65-41 CHADRON, Neb. — February 13, 2021 – The Chadron State College women’s basketball team fell to the University…

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For camping mom, Nicole Tidyman, there is nothing like roughing it The Tidymans have owned their 30-foot travel trailer for six years and have…

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WNCC volleyball wins twice on Saturday at Lancer Invite TORRINGTON, Wyo. — The 8th-ranked Western Nebraska Community College volleyball team went 3-1 in the…

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WNCC men topple Central-Columbus The Western Nebraska Community College men’s basketball team put four players in double figures and Chase Thompson hit four clutch…

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Lesson Plans Highlight Nebraska Park System A new set of lesson plans offers teachers of those in kindergarten through sixth grade opportunities to integrate…

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TestNebraska sites fo COVID-19 see slight changes KEARNEY — Some TestNebraska sites offering free COVID-19 tests have been amended slightly. TestNebraska sites fo COVID-19…

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Triangle J Ranch’s annual bull sale, a 31-year tradition It was a simple menu — roast beef, green beans, scalloped potatoes and irresistible cakes…

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13 wind turbines coming to Franklin County after board approval FRANKLIN — Up to 100 wind turbines soon will be installed in Franklin and…

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Nebraska Treasurer’s Office Launches Public Employee Financial Wellness Program Nebraska State Treasurer John Murante announced this week that his office, in partnership with the Nebraska…

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Steven M. Sipple: As Moos expresses confidence in Hoiberg, a former Husker sees red flags Ex-Husker sharp-shooter Cary Cochran on NU’s poor free-throw shooting:…

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Health check: NU athletic department has weathered COVID-19 storm financially, but uncertainty remains If even some fans are allowed at Memorial Stadium this fall,…

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Kearney High Senior finalist for National Merit Scholarship KEARNEY — KHS senior Mathew Dahlke has been named a 2021 National Merit Scholarship finalist. Kearney…

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Kearney High senior a finalist for National Merit Scholarship KEARNEY — KHS senior Mathew Dahlke has been named a 2021 National Merit Scholarship finalist. …

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Holdrege man dies after vehicle collides with a ambulance in Harlan County HARLAN COUNTY – A Holdrege man died Friday night following a two…

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USDA Seeks Applications for Grants to Support Rural Community Development Projects USDA continues to seek grant applications for projects to improve housing, community facilities,…

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One dead following Friday crash west of Loup City SHERMAN COUNTY – One person has died after a head on semi-van crash Friday morning…

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Tweaking the business model, Garret Poppen’s oil change trailer goes to customers Garrett Poppen’s P/R Mobile oil changes come with every important element —…

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Regents approve UNK’s .5M fraternity, sorority housing The University of Nebraska Board of Regents unanimously approved the project that would replace and relocate the…

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(Watch) B4 District Wrestling Tournament on KNEBtv The B4 District Wrestling Tournament is taking place today at Gering High School and KNEB.tv is providing…

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9,755 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Two RIvers district since March Two Rivers said 8,850 people are no longer symptomatic, but it cannot confirm the…

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WNCC women top Northwest The Western Nebraska Community College women’s basketball team used a 33-point third quarter to topple Northwest College 91-76 on Friday…

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Cougar men fall to Northwest The Western Nebraska Community College men’s basketball team dropped a 78-67 contest to Northwest in the WNCC Classic on…

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WNCC volleyball splits matches at EWC tourney TORRINGTON, Wyo. – The 8th-ranked Western Nebraska Community College volleyball team split a pair of matches at…

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Amherst’s Paul Kenney to lead UNL Regents in 2021 LINCOLN — Regent Paul Kenney of Amherst, representing District 6 on the University of Nebraska…

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Fort Robinson State Park Expanding Campsites for RVs There will be more happy campers at Fort Robinson State Park. Or, at least there will…

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Escaping Disaster: Bergmans come to Kearney after 2011 earthquake caused tsunami Living 43 miles off the coast of the Pacific Ocean in Fukushima, Japan,…

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Husker Men pull near upset of Illinois, but lose late lead in regulation and fall in OT The Nebraska men’s basketball team took No.…

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Physical therapy helping seniors regain balance after COVID-19 For patients reluctant or unable to get out of the house, FPT offers virtual visits by…

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KNEB.tv News: February 12, 2021 Today on KNEB.tv News: Lisa Weborg gives sneak peek of new Hotel 21 & Co. SHS students and pilot…

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Husker Volleyball sweeps Rutgers NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – The No. 4 Nebraska volleyball swept Rutgers 25-18, 25-21, 25-19 in the first of their two-match series…

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COVID-19 risk dial returns to ‘moderate’ listing for the first time since summer The risk dial brushes the line separating the elevated and moderate…

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Three more males caught after escape from Kearney’s YRTC At 6:39 p.m. Thursday the BuffaloWatch alert system sent a notification that three male teens…

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Chatting with Bill Moos: Chances of fans at NU events this spring?; COVID-19 testing cost; vaccine plans; Ireland latest The Nebraska AD provided the…

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Dog euthanized following infant’s death Investigators are linking the death of an infant girl who died at home earlier this week to a dog…

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Nebraska Tax Collections Higher Than Expected in January Officials say Nebraska state government collected more tax revenue that projected in January. The Nebraska Department…

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Alliance Care Facility Staffer Arrested on Drug Theft Charges. Authorities in Box Butte County say a staff member at the Highland Park Care Center…

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No one hurt in Ravenna machine shop fire A crew of 18 Ravenna volunteer firefighters battled sub-zero temperatures Thursday night to extinguish a fire…

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Kearney’s The World Theatre nearly ready to reopen after completing major renovations On Saturday, volunteers will do a deep clean of the theater, hang…

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MyLink app provides easy access to community resources MyLink was created in 2017 as a way to consolidate and provide easy access to information…

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Two Rivers reports 19 new COVID-19 cases for Thursday That includes eight new cases in Buffalo County, seven in Dawson County, two in Phelps…

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WESTCO Legion program looking for coaches The WESTCO Twin Cities Legion Baseball Club is looking to add coaches for the 2021 season. If you’re…

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High school basketball scoreboard, schedule Here are some scores from Thursday plus some other news and notes as we head towards the weekend. Thursday…

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Midwest Theater “MardiGras Mambo Live” Moving to Livestream Due to the extremely cold forecast this weekend, an event previously slated for the SkyView Drive-In…

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WNCC men, women ready for action at WNCC Classic The Western Nebraska Community College men’s and women’s basketball team are ready for day two…

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WNCC softball, baseball season openers pushed back a week The Western Nebraska Community College softball and baseball teams were scheduled to open the season…

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Huskers’ late rally comes up short against Iowa Lincoln – Trailing by 17 points to visiting Iowa with just under five minutes left, the Nebraska…

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CDC to Investigate Claim of COVID Vaccine-Related Death in Nebraska The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has been made aware that the…

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Regional West Laboratory Earns Accreditation from College of American Pathologists After a recent on-site inspection, the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists…

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Scottsbluff, Gering, Terrytown Snow Emergency Friday at Noon The Cities of Terrytown, Scottsbluff, and Gering are anticipating a large accumulation of snow over the…

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Babe Cave wants to make prom-shopping experience as memorable as the dance KEARNEY — Hello Beautiful Bridal and Formal Wear knows her wedding isn’t…

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KNEB.tv News: February 11, 2021 Today on KNEB.tv News: A tense Mitchell City Council meeting this week; as questions are raised on the changing…

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Ricketts Names New NDOT Director Governor Pete Ricketts has announced the appointment of John Selmer of Story City, Iowa as the next director of…

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Two vs. One: U.S. medical advisor urges wearing two masks, not one KEARNEY – Wearing two face masks is more effective than one against…

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The Huskers have to replace their top WR for the third straight season. Here’s the picture moving forward Of the 39 catches of 20-plus…

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Feb. 11, 2021 Wheat Crossroads Co-op/Sidney/Lisco/Mitchell – 5.53 (-0.03) Crossroads Co-op/Bridgeport/Torrington – 5.53 (-0.03) Crossroads Co-op/Gering/Lyman – 5.53 (-0.03) Farmers Co-Op/Hemingford – 5.71 (-0.05)…

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Nebraska COVID Hospitalizations Continue to Fall The number of people hospitalized with the coronavirus in Nebraska has dropped to its lowest level since the…

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Peter Mitchell’s memoir details how he became homeless in London and fell victim to the charities his ancestor help establish Born in London, Peter…

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Gering’s Hotel 21 & Co. Set to Open in March After years of planning, preparations, and a pandemic, the new Hotel 21 & Co.…

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Alliance Declares Snow Emergency thru Noon Saturday The City of Alliance is anticipating a large accumulation of snow over the next 48 hours, prompting…

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Girls basketball Subdistrict pairings announced The start of the girls high school basketball postseason is set with the release of the Subdistrict pairings. Subdistrict…

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Two Rivers reassures vaccine is coming, albeit slowly KEARNEY — The good news: People in the seven-county Two Rivers Public Health District are eager…

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Herstead Monument Obits Herstead Monument Obits

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Owners Reminded to Protect Pets from Bitterly Cold Temperatures With the bitter temperatures hitting our area this week, pet owners are being reminded of…

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Cozad natives set to open Meridian Tap House in March COZAD — Cozad natives Eli and Kristen Bennett are working to open a new…

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SHS Diesel Tech Program Seeks to Fill Multiple Needs 12 Scottsbluff High students are trailblazers this winter, taking part in the new pilot education…

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Donald E. Loos, 89, Scottsbluff Donald E. Loos, 89, of Scottsbluff, NE went to be with his Lord Jesus Christ Sunday, Evening February 7,…

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News and notes for HS basketball, wrestling, plus WNCC look-ahead Here’s just a few notes on all things sports as we move towards the…

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7 new COVID-19 cases in Buffalo County; 18 in Two Rivers district Wednesday Two Rivers has now had 9,721 confirmed cases of COVID-19 since…

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Bluffs Man Busted For Posting Stolen, Intimate Video of Woman A Scottsbluff man has been arrested for reportedly sending sexually explicit photos and videos…

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Husker Men fall to Wisconsin Lincoln, Neb. – The Nebraska men’s basketball team fell to No. 21 Wisconsin, 61-48 Wednesday evening at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Junior forward Lat…

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k grants will provide continued improvements to Buffalo County Lake at Ravenna Grants of $35,000 from the Cope Foundation and $10,000 from the Arthur…

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KNEB.tv News: February 10, 2021 Today on KNEB.tv News: The Panhandle vaccine registration system is transitioning to the state system Scottsbluff/ Gering named one…

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