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Maschmann takes fourth place at Fargo Nationals
Maschmann takes fourth place at Fargo Nationals

Former Lady Orange wrestler Morgan Maschamnn battled her way to a fourth place finish in a premiere wrestling event. 

Legendary Shickley coach Dan Sorge inducted into NHSACA Hall of Fame

Legendary Shickley coach Dan Sorge inducted into NHSACA Hall of Fame

An all-time great high school coach from Southeast Nebraska has earned his moment in the spotlight this summer: record-setting Shickley coach Dan Sorge is now a member of the NHSACA Hall of Fame.

Work to resume on US-77, from Beatrice to Princeton

Work to resume on US-77, from Beatrice to Princeton

A road work project is set to resume on US Highway 77 in southeast Nebraska. 

BDSRA conference takes center stage in Lincoln

BDSRA conference takes center stage in Lincoln

The theme in Lincoln this weekend is raising awareness.

Air Methods receives award for excellent pediatric care

Air Methods receives award for excellent pediatric care

Air Methods is being recognized for their excellent pediatric readiness

Counties begin fielding protests to this year's property tax valuations

Counties begin fielding protests to this year's property tax valuations

July is when county review boards across the state begin to respond to protests to last month's property tax appraisals. But what is that protest process like? Jefferson County provides an inside look.

Several Southeast Nebraska student resource officers attend NASRO conference

Several Southeast Nebraska student resource officers attend NASRO conference

Several School Resource Officers from Southeast Nebraska are taking time during the summer to better their skills of serving the community and their schools. 

City of Beatrice completes armor coating of several asphalt streets

City of Beatrice completes armor coating of several asphalt streets

The City of Beatrice is taking protective measures to improve and maintain several city streets. 

Heavy rain and storms roll through southeast Nebraska, early Thursday

Heavy rain and storms roll through southeast Nebraska, early Thursday

A wet start to the month of July continues for southeast Nebraska. 

Game and Parks asking public to report turkey sightings

Game and Parks asking public to report turkey sightings

Nebraska Game and Parks is asking for the public’s help in maintaining a healthy and hunt-able Wild Turkey population.

Gage County Fair names theme for 2025 fair

Gage County Fair names theme for 2025 fair

A favorite tradition for southeast Nebraska is soon to be back up and running for 2025. 

Section of Grant Street closed for about three weeks

Section of Grant Street closed for about three weeks

A street through the central part of Beatrice will be closed for the next few weeks. 

Gage County Sheriff’s Office talks high number of recent scam calls

Gage County Sheriff’s Office talks high number of recent scam calls

The Gage County Sheriff’s Office is working to combat the high number of scam calls in southeast Nebraska.

Various improvements to be made to fourth and fifth streets, in downtown Beatrice

Various improvements to be made to fourth and fifth streets, in downtown Beatrice

The City of Beatrice is looking to make upgrades to the heart of its downtown. 

Terrace seating to be built at Chautaqua Park Pickleball courts

Terrace seating to be built at Chautaqua Park Pickleball courts

It's quickly become one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States and the City of Beatrice is looking to contribute to that. 

Milford's Rautenberg, USA Volleyball capture gold at 2025 Pan American Cup in Canada

Milford's Rautenberg, USA Volleyball capture gold at 2025 Pan American Cup in Canada

Shayla Rautenberg of Milford is bringing a gold medal back to Nebraska after she and the Team USA U19 squad captured the gold medal at this year's Pan American Cup in Canada.

A Lincoln man is dead after a car accident near Geneva

A Lincoln man is dead after a car accident near Geneva

A Lincoln man is dead after being ejected from his vehicle in a highway accident.

On opposite sides of the Nebraska-Kansas border, two towns celebrate longstanding Independence Day traditions

On opposite sides of the Nebraska-Kansas border, two towns celebrate longstanding Independence Day traditions

The towns of Hanover and Fairbury are both once again celebrating Fourth of July weekend with the latest installments of long-running traditions - both of which will still be in action on Saturday ahead of a fireworks display Saturday night.

Plea agreement reached in Myers child abuse case, expected in Vieselmeyer-Scheets sexual assault case: district court roundup

Plea agreement reached in Myers child abuse case, expected in Vieselmeyer-Scheets sexual assault case: district court roundup

Plea deals were reached in a child abuse case and a sexual assault case and opposite sentences were imposed in two unrelated drug possession cases in Jefferson County District Court on Thursday. 

WATCH: Rep. Adrian Smith recognizes career of Doug Kennedy on House floor

WATCH: Rep. Adrian Smith recognizes career of Doug Kennedy on House floor

NCN and KWBE's own Doug Kennedy is being recognized in the nation's capital. 

Paving soon to start on east Beatrice Lincoln Street, between 25th and 27th

Paving soon to start on east Beatrice Lincoln Street, between 25th and 27th

Beatrice Board of Public Works receives update on the project

West Court bridge water main project starting later this summer

West Court bridge water main project starting later this summer

New pipe to serve west Beatrice will be bored under the riverbed

Beatrice wrestling selling fireworks for fifth year

Beatrice wrestling selling fireworks for fifth year

For the fifth year in a row, Beatrice wrestling is selling fireworks at their tent at the Indian Creek Mall

NCN/KWBE News Reporter Doug Kennedy retiring after 45 years

NCN/KWBE News Reporter Doug Kennedy retiring after 45 years

Reporters across Nebraska attend meetings, turn on the mic to go on air, and publish stories every single day, but few have done it as long as Doug Kennedy. 

Lincoln women charged on six accounts after armed robbery

Lincoln women charged on six accounts after armed robbery

LINCOLN, Neb.-- A Lincoln woman was detained by a SWAT Team after a shooting incident. Thirty-seven-year-old Lucretia Bryson was jailed on six different accounts. Most notably for robbing a man and shooting him on ‘O’ Street behind a convenien

Crete city council okays LB840 renewal plan; could be decided on ballot this year

Crete city council okays LB840 renewal plan; could be decided on ballot this year

After a preliminary plan to renew LB840 funding was approved by the Crete city council last night, Crete citizens could ultimately get to decide if that program gets another go-round in an election later this year.

Baseball logo where plate should be, leads to arrests

Baseball logo where plate should be, leads to arrests

Police officer pulls over driver, after observing major league baseball logo, instead of license plate

Game and Parks urges fire safety for Fourth of July

Game and Parks urges fire safety for Fourth of July

As Independence Day nears, Nebraska Game and Parks is preaching fire safety. 

Valerie Snyder recognized as July 2025 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month

Valerie Snyder recognized as July 2025 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month

A deep family history of both medical and military service inspired her to enlist in the National Guard at a young age, where she cultivated a love of helping others that's already inspired future members of her family.

Blue Springs bridge a piece of pride for community

Blue Springs bridge a piece of pride for community

What began as a unique way to welcome people to town for the Cattleman’s Ball quickly transformed into a town staple and a major sense of town pride.

Civil Air Patrol holds open house at Beatrice Municipal Airport

Civil Air Patrol holds open house at Beatrice Municipal Airport

The Civil Air Patrol made a trip to southeast Nebraska to gauge local interest in forming a local group. 

Concordia hosts traveling veteran tribute wall display

Concordia hosts traveling veteran tribute wall display

A display that travels across the country recognizing fallen soldiers and first responders made its way through Concordia, Kansas in early June - exactly 15 years after it was last in this part of the country.

State lawmaker from Seward to seek another term

State lawmaker from Seward to seek another term

Jana Hughes announces run for a second term

Saline County commissioners uncover unused line items, discuss inheritance tax fail-safes in annual budget review process

Saline County commissioners uncover unused line items, discuss inheritance tax fail-safes in annual budget review process

In one of their longest meetings of the year, the Saline County commissioners uncovered some unused line items, discussed plans to speed up the budget review process, and planned for inheritance tax funding to potentially disappear.

Beatrice Rural Fire responds to small grass fire, Friday afternoon

Beatrice Rural Fire responds to small grass fire, Friday afternoon

A small grass fire ignited just west of Beatrice on Friday afternoon. 

State Patrol Calls for Public Assistance in Long-Term Cases

State Patrol Calls for Public Assistance in Long-Term Cases

Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol are renewing their request for information from the public on two long-term ongoing investigations.

Flower, plant shops battle through hot summer days

Flower, plant shops battle through hot summer days

Summer provides a unique set of challenges for plant shops, landscaping companies, and outdoor floral shops.

Beatrice Police traffic stop yields seizure of multiple drugs

Beatrice Police traffic stop yields seizure of multiple drugs

Police stopping a vehicle initially for a window tint violation, arrest driver and seize drugs with a street value of at least $10,000

Eric Church to headline NEBRASKAland Days after Luke Bryan cancels due to illness

Eric Church to headline NEBRASKAland Days after Luke Bryan cancels due to illness

Country music superstar Luke Bryan has canceled his performance at NEBRASKAland Days this Friday due to illness, but a start-studded friend is stepping up to take his place.

Fairbury Cemetery to receive 50 new trees through State Arboretum Grant

Fairbury Cemetery to receive 50 new trees through State Arboretum Grant

The Fairbury Cemetery will soon see a major boost to its tree canopy, thanks to a grant from the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum. The city was selected as one of 13 communities moving forward with new tree-planting projects.

Gage County officials get report on culvert work status

Gage County officials get report on culvert work status

Projects have been plagued by delays, requiring detours for traffic

Lampton Welding Supply celebrates grand opening of new Beatrice location

Lampton Welding Supply celebrates grand opening of new Beatrice location

A business in southeast Nebraska is celebrating a new location, that they hope brings more business and recognition. 

Man accused of seriously injuring 5-year-old in southeast Nebraska

Man accused of seriously injuring 5-year-old in southeast Nebraska

A southeast Nebraska man was arrested Monday after a child abuse investigation. 

Game and Parks to stock larger Channel Catfish in community waters

Game and Parks to stock larger Channel Catfish in community waters

Nebraska Game and Parks is looking to add excitement to fishing community ponds.

Beatrice man sentenced to maximum prison term on multiple convictions

Beatrice man sentenced to maximum prison term on multiple convictions

Michael L. Fitzgerald was convicted of five counts, stemming from a burglary of a bar

National law enforcement honor coming to Beatrice Police Sergeant

National law enforcement honor coming to Beatrice Police Sergeant

Sergeant Shane Mololey to be formally honored by the National American Legion in August

Nebraska Economic Development director resigns amid workforce tour

Nebraska Economic Development director resigns amid workforce tour

K.C. Belitz, Nebraska's Economic Development Director, resigned after a year in the role, right after starting a workforce development tour.

20+ Nebraska grocery stores included in national merger

20+ Nebraska grocery stores included in national merger

Over 20 grocery stores across Nebraska will be getting new ownership with changes expected by the end of 2025.

Beatrice Humane Society sees uptick in lost pets, feral cats in summer months

Beatrice Humane Society sees uptick in lost pets, feral cats in summer months

It’s one of the busiest times of the year for Carlee Fiddes and her staff at the Beatrice Humane Society.

No serious injuries from pickup, car crash in Beatrice

No serious injuries from pickup, car crash in Beatrice

Three people checked over at the scene

Kearney scores big in outdoor duel for Maine-Nebraska Wrestling Exchange

Kearney scores big in outdoor duel for Maine-Nebraska Wrestling Exchange

The free showcase had strong support and the temperatures were ideal for competition, albeit friendly.

New wing will help Johnson County Hospital expand ability to provide “high quality care, close to home”

New wing will help Johnson County Hospital expand ability to provide “high quality care, close to home”

A hospital in a small Southeast Nebraska city will soon be receiving a new wing, which will help them provide more services to more people and keep quality healthcare close to home.

Three southeast Nebraska SRA's to allow fireworks on July 4

Three southeast Nebraska SRA's to allow fireworks on July 4

While some areas of the state have put a ban or limit on fireworks for the Fourth of July, three State Recreation Areas will allow fireworks for the upcoming holiday. 

Southeast Nebraska man loses $600 to scammer impersonating Luke Bryan

Southeast Nebraska man loses $600 to scammer impersonating Luke Bryan

A southeast Nebraska man lost $600 through a text message scam. 

Small pack of ducks pull away, in Sunday Homestead Days fundraiser

Small pack of ducks pull away, in Sunday Homestead Days fundraiser

Plastic ducks sold for ten dollars each, to help fund Homestead Days

Homestead Days festivities finish up a hot weekend

Homestead Days festivities finish up a hot weekend

The 2025 celebration withstood an extreme heat warning as events continued, Saturday and Sunday

2025 Homestead Days Parade through downtown Beatrice

2025 Homestead Days Parade through downtown Beatrice

Warm, windy weather greets parade-goers

Grinding away, in hot temperatures, high winds in the 2025 Solstice Gravel Grinder

Grinding away, in hot temperatures, high winds in the 2025 Solstice Gravel Grinder

Early Saturday morning Homestead Days event moves up earlier, owing to the expected heat

From Filley to Philadelphia...former BHS football star, now Eagles starting center, gets his name on field

From Filley to Philadelphia...former BHS football star, now Eagles starting center, gets his name on field

Cam Jurgens played football, basketball and competed in track and field for Beatrice High School

Coverage, support, recruitment: JCH&L’s three focuses for a brief future with two fewer doctors

Coverage, support, recruitment: JCH&L’s three focuses for a brief future with two fewer doctors

As Fairbury's JCH&L prepares for a brief future where they'll be without two of their primary providers, they've identified three key areas of focus.

Jefferson County board approves preliminary increases to 2025 budget

Jefferson County board approves preliminary increases to 2025 budget

After some discussion, the Jefferson County board provisionally approved increases to county budgets and salaries for county employees starting next fiscal year.

Weather will be a sizzler, for the 2025 Homestead Days celebration

Weather will be a sizzler, for the 2025 Homestead Days celebration

Lots of activities throughout the community and the Homestead National Historical Park, through the weekend

Beatrice Firefighters summoned to douse container fire

Beatrice Firefighters summoned to douse container fire

Cause of fire remains under investigation

Fairbury residents urged to restrict water usage

Fairbury residents urged to restrict water usage

With little precipitation expected along with extreme temperatures forecast across the region this weekend, Fairbury residents are being urged to conserve water.

Beatrice Fire and Rescue conducts water rescue training

Beatrice Fire and Rescue conducts water rescue training

A Southeast Nebraska fire department is practicing life-saving efforts, as water activities ramp up in the summer months.