Columbus Area United Way received a Union Pacific Community Ties grant to fund monthly food assistance for food-insecure seniors in the Columbus, Nebraska, area.
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- Nebraska Department of Economic Development
Deshler, Nebraska, earns Leadership Certified Community recertification, backed by major childcare investments, workforce housing projects, and business growth.
- Nebraska State Historical Society
The Museum of American Speed in Lincoln, Nebraska preserves U.S. hot rod and racing history with 400+ vehicles, 600 engines, and expanding exhibits and events.
- Southern School District 1
Southern celebrates a strong start to the 2026-2027 school year, highlights fall sports and homecoming, and encourages family communication and support.
- Pottawattamie County
Unleash Council Bluffs reports record visitor spending, stronger hotel tax revenue and rising website and welcome center traffic driven by year-round marketing.
- Wayne State College
No. 2 Wayne State hit .270 and had three players in double-figure kills to earn a 3-1 NSIC road volleyball win over Northern State at Wachs Arena.
- Wayne State College
Freshman Olivia Thompson scored twice in the first half to lead Wayne State to a 2-0 NSIC home win over Minot State, as WSC controlled shots and corner kicks.
Columbus Area United Way received a Union Pacific Community Ties grant to fund monthly food assistance for food-insecure seniors in the Columbus, Nebraska, area.
Deshler, Nebraska, earns Leadership Certified Community recertification, backed by major childcare investments, workforce housing projects, and business growth.
Southern celebrates a strong start to the 2026-2027 school year, highlights fall sports and homecoming, and encourages family communication and support.
Unleash Council Bluffs reports record visitor spending, stronger hotel tax revenue and rising website and welcome center traffic driven by year-round marketing.
Central Nebraska Adult Drug Court honored three graduates in Hastings, recognizing their completion of intensive treatment and supervision supporting sober lives.
Lincoln leaders advance local, state and federal policies, financing tools and mixed-income developments to expand affordable housing options for all residents.
Historical marker text describes the Republican Pawnee village, Zebulon Pike’s 1806 visit and flag raising, and the nearby sacred site known as Guide Rock.
Nebraska Judicial Branch outlines its 2027-2029 strategic agenda, refining six initiatives to improve justice access, technology, supervision, and public trust.
No. 2 Wayne State hit .270 and had three players in double-figure kills to earn a 3-1 NSIC road volleyball win over Northern State at Wachs Arena.
Freshman Olivia Thompson scored twice in the first half to lead Wayne State to a 2-0 NSIC home win over Minot State, as WSC controlled shots and corner kicks.
Wayne State College women's soccer earned a 1-1 draw at Concordia-St. Paul, finishing a four-point NSIC road weekend behind Sarah Pritchard's goal and 11 saves by Alexa Hofstetter.
Chloe Hanel posts nine kills, four blocks and two aces as No. 2 Wayne State sweeps Winona State 25-21, 25-23, 25-15 in NSIC volleyball at Rice Arena.
In 1902 Nebraska’s Cornhuskers went 10-0 without allowing a point, dominating early rivals in a brutal era of college football with very different rules and gear.
Southeast Community College releases its 2026 Bobcats fall schedules, highlighting home volleyball and soccer and regional events across multiple sports.
NSAA has released classifications for the 2026 fall season, including boys tennis, cross country, girls golf, softball, and volleyball, with an opt-up deadline of July 30.
Wayne State beach volleyball was named the 2026 AVCA Division II Beach Team Academic Champion with a 3.74 GPA and posted a 12-8 record for its fifth straight winning season.
The Museum of American Speed in Lincoln, Nebraska preserves U.S. hot rod and racing history with 400+ vehicles, 600 engines, and expanding exhibits and events.
One Book One Nebraska unites communities through a shared book by a Nebraska author, with annual nominations open statewide and a May 31 deadline.
Learn how to manage water wisely by allowing some lawn dormancy, mowing higher, fixing toilet leaks, running full loads, and changing daily faucet habits.
Learn how Labor Day began in the 1880s, who may have founded it, and practical ways you can honor and support workers in your community today.
This article explains how preschoolers learn through play, highlighting social, emotional, physical, and academic benefits, plus simple ways to support play at home.
Kindergarten students build routines through restorative circles, multisensory math, UFLI reading foundations, active play, and structured classroom activities.
Hometown intern Natalie Tietjen shares why she returned to Byron, Nebraska, reflecting on community support, belonging and hopes for the town’s future.
Hometown Intern Amelia Hakl reflects on returning to Spencer, Nebraska, sharing what she learned, her sense of belonging, and hopes for her community’s future.