Nebraska lakes under alert: The state has posted health advisories at Maskenthine Reservoir, Kirkman’s Cove Lake and Glenn Cunningham Lake after tests found toxic blue-green algae, closing swimming beaches while allowing boating and fishing with caution — find out how to stay safe.
Wild turkey pioneer: Carlie Gizel was hired in January 2025 as the state’s first dedicated wild turkey program manager, blending field surveys, GPS tracking and data-driven analysis to sustain healthy flocks and quality hunts — see how she’s shaping turkey management.
State lands $17.5M boost: Sen. Deb Fischer secured $17.5 million in the Senate’s agriculture funding bill for a USDA research facility and the National Drought Mitigation Center at UNL — learn what this means for Nebraska farmers.
Nebraska medical cannabis apps: Emergency regulations approved June 26 empower the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission to accept applications for cultivator, dispensary, product manufacturer and transporter licenses—each valid two years, nontransferable and requiring 51% Nebraska residency — find out how to apply.
Historic Chadron Inn hits market: The 135-year-old Olde Main Street Inn and 77 Longbranch Saloon—home to Woody Harrelson turn-aways, St. Patrick’s Day green beer ghost stories and countless community gatherings—is up for sale at $575,000 — see if you could write its next chapter.
Volleyball serves up hope: The Pink Bandana Beat Breast Cancer Mud Volleyball Tournament in Prague packed 160 teams into the village this weekend, raising thousands for survivors like Kari Lau and showcasing Nebraska’s small-town solidarity — find out how locals serve up support.
Nebraska’s new funding commission: Gov. Jim Pillen on Tuesday tapped education leaders and three former state senators to join the 18-member panel reviewing Nebraska’s K-12 aid formula under TEEOSA and aiming to curb property tax reliance — find out what’s next.
Task Force aids flood recovery: Members arrived Tuesday in Kerr County, Texas, to support search and recovery after July 4 flooding and are expanding operations into areas not previously searched alongside local and state teams — find out how they’re aiding recovery.
Dollar Generals eclipse local grocers: Over 25 years, Dollar Generals have spread into more than 115 Nebraska towns under 10,000 residents, while independent grocery stores have fallen from 326 to 272, eroding vital community hubs and fresh-food access — find out why small towns are struggling.
Privacy suit revs up: Nebraska’s new lawsuit accuses GM and OnStar of secretly harvesting driving data, selling behavior profiles to insurers, and duping customers into OnStar services with false safety claims — find out what happens next.
Other Nebraska headlines this week
- Nebraska town opens 45-ton 1975 time capsule
- NE city celebrates its annual Chicken Show
- ICE arrests MS-13 kingpin hiding in Nebraska
- Ndamukong Suh officially retires after emotional farewell
- Nebraska eyes $3 million opioid settlement payout
- Commission adopts auditor’s recommendations for reform
- Nebraska K-9 units now receive EMS care
- 16.9% of Nebraska homeowners face hidden tax
