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Regional air traffic control issues disrupt flights at Eppley, other Midwest airports

Regional air traffic control issues disrupt flights at Eppley, other Midwest airports

  • Dan Crisler World-Herald Staff Writer

Flights were disrupted at Omaha’s Eppley Airfield Thursday as air traffic controllers across the Midwest dealt with equipment outages.

'Took my breath away' — Elm Creek, nearby communities unite at vigil for 3 injured teens

'Took my breath away' — Elm Creek, nearby communities unite at vigil for 3 injured teens

  • ZARIA FLIPPIN Kearney Hub

Elm Creek FCA sponsor Jadyn Ehresman said it was a special feeling to see people from different areas of central Nebraska at the park to give their support.

Vietnam vets' reunions were over, but 2 attendees wouldn't let them die.

Vietnam vets' reunions were over, but 2 attendees wouldn't let them die.

  • MARY JANE SKALA, KEARNEY HUB

Last year’s Nebraska Vietnam Veterans Reunion was billed as its last, but the concept refuses to die. Now, 250 people will attend the Vietnam Brotherhood Gathering Aug. 21-23 in Kearney.

Elm Creek community gathers in vigil for teen victims of crash

Elm Creek community gathers in vigil for teen victims of crash

  • ZARIA FLIPPIN Kearney Hub

The community of Elm Creek organized a vigil for Wednesday evening to share their support for the three high schoolers involved in a serious crash in Merrick County.

Axtell veterans memorial to begin taking form

Axtell veterans memorial to begin taking form

  • MIKE KONZ Enterprise Editor

They've discussed the dream of a veterans memorial for two years, but in a few weeks Axtell will start construction of its grand salute to military vets.

Precision, patience and purpose drive young Buffalo County shooters

Precision, patience and purpose drive young Buffalo County shooters

  • MIKE KONZ Enterprise Editor

Fourteen-year-old Jenna Oman spends 15 hours a week practicing, all with one goal in mind: competing in collegiate shooting sports.

Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for August 3

Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for August 3

    Read through the obituaries published today in The Courier.

    Kearney High unveils a game-changer: $10.3M Performance & Activity Wing

    Kearney High unveils a game-changer: $10.3M Performance & Activity Wing

      A 28,704-square-foot expansion at Kearney High includes turf, wrestling room, an air rifle range and a golf simulator.

      Kearney teachers volunteer with young cancer patients. It's the highlight of their summer.

      Kearney teachers volunteer with young cancer patients. It's the highlight of their summer.

        At 6 years old, Molly Lambert promised she'd come back to Camp CoHoLo forever. Twenty-three summers later, she's keeping that promise. Now fiance Alan Varela joins her.

        See KHS' new performance and activity wing at Tuesday open house

        See KHS' new performance and activity wing at Tuesday open house

          See the new PAW addition at Kearney High School. It provides a state-of-the-art space for academics, athletics, career readiness and more.

          Pleasanton golf development soon will have larger lots available

          Pleasanton golf development soon will have larger lots available

            Forty-four years after its creation, Prairie Hills won Buffalo County Board approval to reinvent its open lots to be larger, which prospective buyers prefer.

            On a hot day, Kearney-area kids' lemonade stand was a cool way to raise money to help others

            On a hot day, Kearney-area kids' lemonade stand was a cool way to raise money to help others

              A hot day. A cool glass of lemonade. Children of FNBO employees set up a lemonade stand last Friday. They donated their $990 in profits to charities they chose.

              Grand Island man arrested after troopers find more than 5 pounds of cocaine in traffic stop

              Grand Island man arrested after troopers find more than 5 pounds of cocaine in traffic stop

                The traffic stop was made near mile marker 255 on I-80 near Elm Creek. 

                UNK students treat 600 people during medical outreach trip to Peru

                UNK students treat 600 people during medical outreach trip to Peru

                  “These experiences are priceless, because they open the mind to new ideas and cultures,” said Brody Eberle, a psychobiology major and pre-medical student from Doniphan.

                  Minden launches drive for veterans memorial

                  Minden launches drive for veterans memorial

                  A pilot who flew 40 missions in Iraq, Matt Cavanaugh said he’ll continue bringing empty cans from the Headquarters Bar for recycling. The goal for a veterans memorial is $150,000-$200,000. 

                  Kearney gets ready for budget season as city tangles with growth, revenue questions

                  Kearney gets ready for budget season as city tangles with growth, revenue questions

                  City Manager Brenda Jensen said that as Kearney's population grows, so does the budget. But revenue remains challenging, she said.

                  How Wood River turned loss into a community landmark

                  How Wood River turned loss into a community landmark

                  A vacant nursing home has become the heart of Wood River, housing child care, a library, a food pantry and a senior center. It was dedicated Saturday.

                  Photos: Legacy Station opens in Wood River

                  Photos: Legacy Station opens in Wood River

                  See images from the dedication and opening Saturday of Legacy Station in Wood River.

                  Nearly 6 months after mother’s disappearance, Savannah Guthrie renews plea for information

                  Nearly 6 months after mother’s disappearance, Savannah Guthrie renews plea for information

                  Savannah Guthrie shared a new video on Instagram on Monday with a direct plea to the person or people responsible for her mother Nancy Guthrie's disappearance. In the emotional message, the "Today" co-anchor urged those involved to "do the right thing" and tell her family where to find her 8…

                  Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                  Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                  Kadin Hoger was grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets from 2 p.m. Friday until 2 a.m. Saturday.

                  People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                  People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                  People gather at Williamson and South Baldwin Streets where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer on Wednesday afternoon in Madison.

                  Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                  Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                  The memorial for Corey Ruiz has been in place on Williamson Street since Wednesday, when Ruiz was shot dead by police there. It was still holding strong Saturday, with no sign of police or other means of removal. Protesters said they plan on staying as long as they can.

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                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                  Survey: Many Gift-Buying Parents Pressured to Overspend This Holiday Season

                  Holiday shopping season is upon us, and the pressure is on, or at least it feels that way for some parents. A new NerdWallet survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, finds that 48% of parents with children under 18 feel pressure to spend more money on holiday gifts than they’re comfortable spending.According to NerdWallet’s annual...

                  New mural adds bold splash of color to downtown Kearney

                  New mural adds bold splash of color to downtown Kearney

                  Inspired by sandhill cranes, the newest mural is helping shape the vision of Kearney’s Bricks Creative District.

                  Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for July 25

                  Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for July 25

                  Read through the obituaries published today in The Courier.

                  Behind the scenes with 4-Hers at the Buffalo County Fair

                  Behind the scenes with 4-Hers at the Buffalo County Fair

                  The livestock barn is filled with goats, cattle and plenty of life lessons about responsibility, teamwork and perseverance.

                  Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for July 24

                  Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for July 24

                  Read through the obituaries published today in The Courier.

                  Crane River brings the magic of 'Frozen' to kids of all ages

                  Crane River brings the magic of 'Frozen' to kids of all ages

                  “Three LED walls will help us bring these magical moments of the Kingdom of Arendelle to life,” Executive Director Steve Barth said. 

                  Horses, riders rein in nerves to put on 4-H Horse Show at Buffalo County Fair

                  Horses, riders rein in nerves to put on 4-H Horse Show at Buffalo County Fair

                  Ask 4-Hers about their largest challenges in the showring, and you’ll receive a range of responses.

                  Stonebrook breaks ground on flex business development in Kearney

                  Stonebrook breaks ground on flex business development in Kearney

                  Stonebrook says its Kearney flex development was already 75% leased before construction began.

                  KPD focused Cruise Nite efforts on traffic safety, reckless behavior

                  KPD focused Cruise Nite efforts on traffic safety, reckless behavior

                  From Friday evening to Sunday morning, Kearney officers investigated 13 traffic accidents, none of which resulted in injury, and conducted 119 traffic stops.

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