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Kearney man sentenced to 8-20 years in prison for 2023 child abuse case
Kearney man sentenced to 8-20 years in prison for 2023 child abuse case

Jacob Ellingson will serve at least six-and-a-half years in prison his role in a child abuse case and subsequent manhunt from 2023.

Signing with Washington St. is a 'Dream come true,' for Kearney's Turner Bertrand

Signing with Washington St. is a 'Dream come true,' for Kearney's Turner Bertrand

A Kearney senior is following his lifelong dreams of signing with a major division one football team.

Wood River athletes overcame injuries and tough seasons en route to signing to D-2 football programs

Wood River athletes overcame injuries and tough seasons en route to signing to D-2 football programs

After winning only one game a year ago, the Wood River football team is celebrating one of their best seasons in recent memory-along with sending three players to division two programs.

Hastings Public Schools names Prososki as next district Superintendent

Hastings Public Schools names Prososki as next district Superintendent

Hastings Public Schools has named its new district Superintendent just one day after conducting final interviews. 

Kearney Welcome Center opens, aims to be launching point for visitors

Kearney Welcome Center opens, aims to be launching point for visitors

The new Welcome Center in Kearney aims to be a launching point for visitors.

NCN viewer wins $1,000 prize 20 years after 'Price is Right' appearance

NCN viewer wins $1,000 prize 20 years after 'Price is Right' appearance

Two local women recently won a NCN giveaway, and one of them revealed she had participated in 'Price is Right'

Hastings College to host state collegiate speech tournament.

Hastings College to host state collegiate speech tournament.

On Saturday, Hastings will be the center of the Nebraska Forensics world, as Hastings College is hosting the 140th annual state collegiate speech tournament.

Ravenna proposes $5.5 million school bond to address ‘urgent facility needs’

Ravenna proposes $5.5 million school bond to address ‘urgent facility needs’

Ravenna Public Schools announced Monday that it will be asking community members to vote on an upcoming bond project aimed at improved safety conditions and school facilities for local students.

Hastings Community Foundation Awards $115,000 to Adams County non-profits

Hastings Community Foundation Awards $115,000 to Adams County non-profits

The Hastings Community Foundation is giving out six-figures worth of grants to over two dozen non-profits in Adams County.

Hastings Public Schools reveals four finalists for district superintendent position

Hastings Public Schools reveals four finalists for district superintendent position

The search for the new Hastings Public Schools Superintendent has been narrowed down to four finalists. 

Kearney officers honored after quick action saves shopper’s life

Kearney officers honored after quick action saves shopper’s life

A Kearney grocery store was nearly the scene of a tragic moment back in May.

Bird flu hits Kearney County flock

Bird flu hits Kearney County flock

Bird flu continues to be an issue and it's reaching into central Nebraska. 

Top-ranked Norris Titans live up to the billing in conference sweep of Hastings

Top-ranked Norris Titans live up to the billing in conference sweep of Hastings

Both Norris basketball teams lived up to the billing as top teams in Class B by earning wire-to-wire wins in a Tuesday evening sweep of conference opponents Hastings.  

Kearney Public Schools addresses immigration requirements

Kearney Public Schools addresses immigration requirements

"While we are legally obligated to follow federal and state laws, we remain committed to safeguarding the privacy of every student and ensuring their learning environment is supportive and safe."

Doctors dispute Hastings daycare provider’s story on infant’s severe head injuries

Doctors dispute Hastings daycare provider’s story on infant’s severe head injuries

Doctors say a Hastings daycare provider's story about how an infant child suffered severe head injuries doesn't add up.

Stapleton High School principal facing sexual abuse charges found dead in Nevada

Stapleton High School principal facing sexual abuse charges found dead in Nevada

A Stapleton High School principal and athletic director facing sexual abuse charges was found dead in a Nevada hotel room, authorities said.

Nebraska Chief Justice says Nebraska prison overcrowding still among the worst

Nebraska Chief Justice says Nebraska prison overcrowding still among the worst

Judge Jeffrey Funke gives State of the Judiciary Address, to the legislature

Synek brothers announce commitment to Hastings College Football

Synek brothers announce commitment to Hastings College Football

Two familiar faces in the Hastings football world will be competing in their hometown for Hastings College this fall.

Hastings city councilman apologizes for insensitive comments made during recent meeting

Hastings city councilman apologizes for insensitive comments made during recent meeting

A Hastings city councilman is apologizing after making racially insensitive comments about Hispanic people during a recent meeting.

Nepple, Adams Central Boys take down #3 GICC for upset win

Nepple, Adams Central Boys take down #3 GICC for upset win

Behind another electric performance from sophomore Hunter Nepple, the Adams Central Patriots handed #3 Grand Island Central Catholic their first loss on the road this season.

Grand Island Central Catholic Girls overcome slow start to down Adams Central

Grand Island Central Catholic Girls overcome slow start to down Adams Central

The GICC Crusaders only scored 12 points in the first half, but found their stride in the second half for their 9th win this season. 

Victims searching for help in assault investigation

Victims searching for help in assault investigation

An investigative report filed to the Kearney Police Department is seeking information on a potential assault in Kearney over the weekend.

Kearney senior awarded NU presidential scholarship after getting perfect ACT score

Kearney senior awarded NU presidential scholarship after getting perfect ACT score

Drew Welch scored a perfect 36 on this fifth time taking the ACT, making him eligible for the scholarship.

Clean energy company working with Hastings to convert landfill gases into renewable energy

Clean energy company working with Hastings to convert landfill gases into renewable energy

The city of Hastings is continuing the process of forming a partnership with a Chicago-based clean energy company to reduce its landfill emissions in what can be called a win-win for both sides.

UPDATE: Elm Creek house fire rekindled overnight, cause still under investigation

UPDATE: Elm Creek house fire rekindled overnight, cause still under investigation

We’re learning more about the fire that destroyed a home in rural Central Nebraska on Tuesday afternoon.

Kearney Police identify suspects in string of Cabela’s thefts

Kearney Police identify suspects in string of Cabela’s thefts

Kearney Police have submitted arrest warrants for two suspects accused of making a series of high-dollar thefts from Cabela’s stores.

Kearney Public Schools chooses psychologist as principal for new K-5 alternative school

Kearney Public Schools chooses psychologist as principal for new K-5 alternative school

Kearney Public Schools is promoting from within in its search for the leader of a new school.

‘We are maxed out’: Pleasanton seeks $11 million bond to expand school

‘We are maxed out’: Pleasanton seeks $11 million bond to expand school

With a growing enrollment the school board is seeking an $11 million bond to expand the facility.

83-year-old Kearney woman identified as victim in fatal pickup-pedestrian accident

83-year-old Kearney woman identified as victim in fatal pickup-pedestrian accident

Police are releasing new details about a fatal pickup and pedestrian crash in Kearney.

State Treasurer's Office updated website shows more transparency in state tax dollar spending

State Treasurer's Office updated website shows more transparency in state tax dollar spending

If you've ever wondered how state officials are spending your tax dollars, a new feature on the State Treasurer's website is allowing you to do exactly that.

Hastings Parks Maintenance Superintendent named 2024 State Groundskeeper of the Year

Hastings Parks Maintenance Superintendent named 2024 State Groundskeeper of the Year

Hastings Parks Maintenance Superintendent Terry Brown is the best groundskeeper in the state, according to the Nebraska Sports Field Management Association.

Short mild spell to be followed by shot of Arctic air

Short mild spell to be followed by shot of Arctic air

After all, it is winter

UPDATE: Kearney Police say one woman dead following pickup and pedestrian accident

UPDATE: Kearney Police say one woman dead following pickup and pedestrian accident

Kearney Police say the pedestrian, a woman, died at a local hospital.

Grand Island working on Good Life District master plan, construction coming in 2025

Grand Island working on Good Life District master plan, construction coming in 2025

Developers and city officials in Grand Island are making progress on plans for a voter-approved district that will be worth hundreds of millions of dollars.

Two people suffer life-threatening injuries in Hastings house fire

Two people suffer life-threatening injuries in Hastings house fire

Two people are fighting for their lives after a morning house fire in Hastings.

Kearney's Central Elementary gets national recognition for student achievement

Kearney's Central Elementary gets national recognition for student achievement

Central Elementary in Kearney is being recognized nationally for exceptional student performance.

Hastings firefighters brave morning cold battling house fire, community supports with hot drinks

Hastings firefighters brave morning cold battling house fire, community supports with hot drinks

Hastings firefighters received some unexpected support from the community while neutralizing a house fire in cold weather Thursday morning.

Pleasanton school board proposes $11 million bond for school expansion

Pleasanton school board proposes $11 million bond for school expansion

A Central Nebraska school district is seeking a school bond to expand its facility and address its growing enrollment.

Hastings man arrested for allegedly strangling partner, child abuse

Hastings man arrested for allegedly strangling partner, child abuse

A Hastings man is facing several charges after allegedly abusing his partner and at least one child in his home. 

Former Kearney Catholic assistant coach Matt Johnson passes away

Former Kearney Catholic assistant coach Matt Johnson passes away

A staple on the high school football sidelines in Central Nebraska has passed away.

Hastings City Council approves contract of City Administrator Funkey

Hastings City Council approves contract of City Administrator Funkey

The Hastings City Council is giving the green light to the contract of the newly-promoted City Administrator Mark Funkey.

Demolition underway at burned out Taco John's in Kearney

Demolition underway at burned out Taco John's in Kearney

The remnants of a Kearney fast food restaurant destroyed by fire are now coming down.

Hastings resuming city-wide sewer evaluations

Hastings resuming city-wide sewer evaluations

The city of Hastings is beginning the first steps in phase two of surveying its sewer systems for possible maintenance needs. 

Grand Island business owners arrested in sexual assault case

Grand Island business owners arrested in sexual assault case

A Grand Island couple is behind bars after police say a man sexually assaulted multiple people at his business.

Promoted Funkey looks to right ship as Hastings City Administrator

Promoted Funkey looks to right ship as Hastings City Administrator

Mark Funkey is succeeding the past two city administrators, who both exited on bad terms, and is letting people know he is determined to right the ship of the position.

Brooke Boroff of Kearney wins VFW’s state teacher of the year

Brooke Boroff of Kearney wins VFW’s state teacher of the year

Social studies teacher Brooke Boroff always has her family members with military experience in the back of her mind when instructing students.

Six-vehicle chain reaction accident results in several injuries

Six-vehicle chain reaction accident results in several injuries

Seven people are hurt after a chain-reaction crash in Central Nebraska.

Teens charged in air pistol incident at Kearney High

Teens charged in air pistol incident at Kearney High

A Kearney teenager is facing charges after police say the boy brought an air pistol onto school grounds.

City of Sidney, Bass Pro Shops react to former Cabela's headquarters heading to auction

City of Sidney, Bass Pro Shops react to former Cabela's headquarters heading to auction

Two properties tied to Nebraska’s outdoor retail history are hitting the auction block next month.

Franklin football coach charged with felony for alleged relationship with student

Franklin football coach charged with felony for alleged relationship with student

A Nebraska high school football coach is facing a felony charge after police say he was in a sexual relationship with a student.

One injured after three-alarm fire destroys residence at Good Samaritan Village

One injured after three-alarm fire destroys residence at Good Samaritan Village

A multi-unit living residence at a senior living community in Hastings is destroyed after it caught fire early Wednesday morning.

Minden rolls to Tuesday night sweep of Beatrice

Minden rolls to Tuesday night sweep of Beatrice

Minden rolls to Tuesday night sweep of Beatrice

Video shows train colliding with stalled semi in Odessa; no injuries reported

Video shows train colliding with stalled semi in Odessa; no injuries reported

No injuries were reported after a Union Pacific train collided with a stalled semi-truck at a railroad crossing in Odessa on Sunday.

UNK announces dean’s list for 2024 fall semester

UNK announces dean’s list for 2024 fall semester

The University of Nebraska at Kearney announced students who earned a place on the dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester.

Former North Platte teacher sentenced for three felonies

Former North Platte teacher sentenced for three felonies

A former North Platte High School educator convicted in two separate cases last year was sentenced in Lincoln County District Court.

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Extended Interview: Kearney mayor Stan Clouse transitions to state legislature

Extended Interview: Kearney mayor Stan Clouse transitions to state legislature

Stan Clouse is leaving city government but isn't exiting politics.

Crossroads Mission Avenue receives $1.4 million grant for Lexington homeless shelter

Crossroads Mission Avenue receives $1.4 million grant for Lexington homeless shelter

A hefty grant will soon allow a Central Nebraska non-profit to build a homeless shelter in Lexington after several years of turmoil.

Cold Weather Advisory issued for much of Nebraska

Cold Weather Advisory issued for much of Nebraska

Nebraska may have dodged the worst of the predicted snow totals from a weekend winter storm, but cold temperatures are expected to remain.

Less snow falls than expected in Central Nebraska, low temps still causing slick roads

Less snow falls than expected in Central Nebraska, low temps still causing slick roads

After the snow finished falling on Sunday, almost all parts of Central Nebraska saw less snowfall than previously anticipated, but now below zero wind chills are still hanging around.

Police arrest woman after firing gun near teen in McCook

Police arrest woman after firing gun near teen in McCook

A McCook woman is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly firing a gun near a teenager during an argument Friday afternoon.

Multiple crashes shut down parts of Interstate 80

Multiple crashes shut down parts of Interstate 80

Parts of Interstate 80 are shut down in Nebraska after slick conditions led to crashes.

Blizzard Warnings, Winter Storm Warnings issued ahead of major snow storm

Blizzard Warnings, Winter Storm Warnings issued ahead of major snow storm

Forecasters say heavy snow could create blizzard conditions in parts of Nebraska on Sunday.

Blizzard Warning now issued for far SE Nebraska counties, northern and eastern Kansas counties

Blizzard Warning now issued for far SE Nebraska counties, northern and eastern Kansas counties

First winter blast of 2025 turning into a potentially dangerous one

Snow emergency declared in Hastings to start Saturday

Snow emergency declared in Hastings to start Saturday

The City of Hastings has declared a snow emergency to begin at 7 p.m., Saturday Jan. 4.