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Returning to the Farm workshop for families in transition is March 8, 9 in Kearney
Jan 15, 2024 / UNL
Lincoln, Nebraska, Jan. 3, 2024 — The Center for Agricultural Profitability at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln will present Returning to t...
Nebraska Dept. of Environment and Energy Seeks Input
Jan 15, 2024 / Press Release
LINCOLN, Neb. — The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) is continuing public outreach for Nebraska’s Climate Pollution...
Treasurer Briese Opposes NYSE Rule
Jan 15, 2024 / State Treasurer
(Lincoln) Nebraska Treasurer and active farmer Tom Briese has submitted a comment letter to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) opposing a...
Fatality Fire In Kearney Sunday
Jan 15, 2024 / Kearney Volunteer Fire Department
(Kearney, NE) - The Kearney Volunteer Fire Department (KVFD) was dispatched to a report of smoke coming from a residence at 1212 B Avenue at 3:29 a...
State Agencies Continue Addressing Storm Needs
Jan 15, 2024 / State of Nebraska
Governor Jim Pillen is sharing his appreciation and state agencies are providing updates, as progress is made in the aftermath of a severe winter s...
Gov. Pillen Issues State of Emergency Declaration in Wake of Severe Weather
Jan 14, 2024 / Press Release
Saturday, Governor Jim Pillen joined state and local leaders in providing an update on operations in the aftermath of the state’s most recent...
Motorists Stranded on Highway 92 Rescued
Jan 13, 2024 / Nebraska State Patrol
(LINCOLN, NEB.) — Several motorists who were stranded along Highway 92 in Saunders and Butler Counties have been rescued and are safe. ...
Gov. Pillen Leads Wellness Walk Through Capitol
Jan 12, 2024 / Press Release
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen strapped on his sneakers and led a crowd of walkers through the State Capitol, as part of the annual...
Gov. Pillen Temporarily Waves Regulations for Truckers Hauling Critically Needed Fuel Due to Extreme Cold Temperatures
Jan 12, 2024 / Press Release
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen issued Executive Order 24-1 to provide an emergency waiver of federal hours of service requirements ...
Inmate Dies
Jan 12, 2024 / Department of Corrections
Ryan Poe #64494, age 39, died today at the Reception and Treatment Center (RTC). Poe’s sentence began on July 12, 2006. He was serving a...
More than 150 students participating in Hastings College honor band, choir festival
Jan 12, 2024 / Hastings College
(Hastings, Nebraska) – Hastings College will hold its 60th Annual Honor Band and 52nd Annual Honor Choir concert on Monday, January 22, at 5:...
Pillen Appoints Jacqueline Russell to the Nebraska Tax Equalization and Review Commission
Jan 12, 2024 / Press Release
Gov. Pillen Appoints Jacqueline Russell to the Nebraska Tax Equalization and Review Commission LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pille...
Cold Temps Bring Additional Risk in 2nd Winter Storm This Week
Jan 12, 2024 / NSP
The Nebraska State Patrol and Nebraska Department of Transportation are urging caution in extremely cold temperatures throughout the state for the ...
Smith Speaks on a Variety of Topics
Jan 12, 2024 / Steve Stein
Nebraska Congressman Adrian Smith spoke on a variety of subjects including the situation at the southern board, government spending, the farm bill,...
AG Hilgers and Officials Recognize Human Trafficking Awareness Month
Jan 11, 2024 / Nebraska AG
Today, Attorney General Mike Hilgers was joined by Lt. Governor Joe Kelly and Colonel John Bolduc to announce January as Human Trafficking Awarenes...
SurePoint Ag Systems Announces Plans for New Facility
Jan 11, 2024 / SurePoint Ag
Atwood, Kansas – SurePoint Ag Systems is excited to announce plans to build a new office and production facility. This innovative facility wi...
Troopers Make Over 350 Weather-Related Responses
Jan 10, 2024 / NSP
JANUARY 10, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.) — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol responded to over 350 weather-related incidents during this ...
Emergency Blood Shortage May Delay Medical Procedures
Jan 10, 2024 / Red Cross
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. The Re...
NCC Responds to Sen. Linehan's Defense of School Choice Program
Jan 10, 2024 / NCC
Lincoln, Nebraska - On Tuesday, Senator Lou Ann Linehan filed a legal opinion with Secretary of State, Bob Evnen, asserting that LB753, the Opportu...
Briese Explores Variety of Subjects
Jan 9, 2024 / Steve Stein
Nebraska State Treasurer Tom Briese discussed a variety of issues relevant to his office. He gave his take on the governor's plan to cut property t...
Governor Pillen Calls for 40% Reduction in State Property Taxes
Jan 9, 2024 / KRGI News
LINCOLN, NE -- Today, Governor Jim Pillen called for a 40% reduction in state property taxes in 2024. He is asking the Nebraska Legislature as well...
Blizzard conditions bear down on central US, closing schools and highways
Jan 8, 2024 / Associated Press
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A “highly impactful” winter storm delivered a punch to the country's midsection on Monday, with blizzard condi...
Ray Aguilar Quotes Norris
Jan 5, 2024 / KRGI News
Day three of the Nebraska Legislative session began with 35th District Senator Ray Aguilar doing a reading from George W. Norris in his comments to...
Nebraska AG Announces Legislative Priorities
Jan 4, 2024 / Nebraska AG
LINCOLN--Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced his 2024 legislative priorities today alongside the three state senators introducing legislation, ...
NWS Warns of Slick Condtions
Jan 4, 2024 / NWS
Freezing drizzle and dense fog will be possible on Thursday for areas west of Highway 281. A light glaze of ice is possible which could lead to sli...
