Lincoln police held a briefing Friday morning on two suspicious deaths this week: Amber Spencer, who died from injuries sustained in a camper fire Wednesday, and a 67-year-old Lincoln man found dead Thursday near First and M streets.
- MIKE KONZ Enterprise Editor
The Kearney City Council soon will vote on whether to grant a conditional use permit for a 368-megawatt data center for artificial intelligence.
- Tim Hynds
Lance Morgan, HoChunk Inc. and WarHorse Gaming CEO, talks before during a ceremonial groundbreaking held Thursday, Aug. 2026, for WarHorse Gaming's South Sioux City casino.
- Lincoln Journal Star
A middle school student was found in possession of a handgun on Thursday at York Public Schools, police say.
- Josh Reyes World-Herald Staff Writer
Early ads in Nebraska's governor's race underscore the importance of addressing property taxes for Gov. Jim Pillen and former State Sen. Lynne Walz.
- MARY JANE SKALA, KEARNEY HUB
BBQ on the Bricks will kick off a new United Way campaign as the 65-year-old nonprofit works its way back toward solvency.
- MARY JANE SKALA ,KEARNEY HUB
Carol Renner remembers Dolly Parton for her “joyful generosity” and the literacy program that now sends books to 700 Kearney children each month.
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A 24-year-old Omaha man was arrested near Seward after allegedly stealing a delivery van, according to the Nebraska State Patrol.
Julie Snyder got her first opportunity Wednesday to meet some of the people she’ll be working for as president/CEO of the Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce.
Walk for Tomorrow is a family-friendly event aimed at promoting mental wellness, connection and support.
The sale will put into motion the updating of Kearney municipal ordinances to accommodate Sequitor America LLC’s construction of the 40,000-square-foot Central Nebraska Edge Data Center.
Buffalo County Community Partners has moved into its first-ever permanent offices at 2810 W. 24th St. It also launched a $2.6 million capital campaign to fully pay for the space.
Commissioner Chris Bruns was arrested on Friday suspicion of DUI, sparking controversy at Monday’s County Board meeting. Sheriff Jerome Kramer condemned his post-arrest behavior, and a resident demanded his resignation.
With only one team in our rankings playing last week, there isn’t any change to the Top 5s. But we’ve got a full schedule Thursday and Friday for the official start of high school football season in Week 1.
The City Council approved a bid for a launch-retrieval structure on the east stretch of the paddling canal. The project uses funds from donors, foundations and keno proceeds.
UNK offered free food, games and information about classes, clubs and the community at the annual Blue Gold Showcase Friday.
Kearney’s new Early Head Start building includes five classrooms, an indoor play area and playgrounds designed for infants and toddlers.
Patty Seevers loves UNK students. She greets them with her beaming smile at the Nebraska Student Union when they return to campus.
UNK is taking control of its own flight operations in a move designed to expand aviation training and better manage student costs.
Steve Schieber will continue to lead St. Francis as well as CHI Health Good Samaritan. At Good Sam, he succeeds Curt Coleman, who departed earlier this year.
Jessica Flanagain, the political consigliere of Sen. Pete Ricketts, said she did not help former Republican-turned-nonpartisan Brett Lindstrom gather signatures for his gubernatorial bid.
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Barista's Daily Grind will serve coffee while brewing real-life business experience for students.
The Nebraska Chamber of Commerce said the state faces several stubborn problems that revolve around affordable housing, daycare and workforce. The business organization led a discussion in Kearney.
There are 2,048 Waffle Houses in America, but you’ll have to go to Kansas City to eat the Southern breakfast food that has made the chain a staple across the South.
Susan Kay is teaching English to people who speak other languages. She's nurturing friendships, too. Attendees at the free classes share supper before the classes.
Take a look around Warren Memorial Hospital in Friend, Neb.
The inhabitant escaped the fire with her pets but was arrested and is suspected of a number of charges.
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Two down, two to go. The city has already hosted two "fire hydrant parties."