Huskers sweep Stanford showdown: No. 1 Nebraska swept No. 6 Stanford in straight sets on Sunday, with Allie Sczech’s 12 kills and Rebekah Allick’s .600 attack rate fueling the victory. The Cornhuskers head to Nashville for a Friday matchup with Lipscomb — find out what’s next.
Husker Nation’s blood drive returns: From Aug. 27 to Dec. 5, Nebraska students, faculty, staff and fans are invited to donate and log their gift to help defend last year’s Big Ten title and support lifesaving efforts — see if Husker Nation can top the leaderboard again.
Statewide bilingual legal portal: The Latino Economic Development Council launched a neutral-dialect Spanish website this month, offering immigration legal resources for all Latinos in Nebraska — learn what it provides.
Kearney’s nuclear reactor prospects: Kearney is one of 16 Nebraska communities under review for a next-generation small modular reactor, with a Coffee & Conversation on Wednesday, August 27 at the Kearney Public Library to explore potential economic, job and energy security impacts — find out how you can weigh in.
I-80 corridor rebuild begins: Work will begin Sept. 2 between Cozad and Darr, featuring new concrete pavement, bridge replacements, grading and lighting, plus a 12-foot width restriction with lane closures through spring 2026 — find out what to expect.
Other Nebraska headlines this week
- Nebraska State Fair drew strong opening crowds
- Troopers seize 60 LBs methamphetamine on I-80
- TRICARE authorizes refills in 23 Nebraska counties
- Kester received inaugural Public Lands Hero Award
- Commissioners approve 2026 mountain lion season
- UNK welcomes newest Lopers to campus
