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Light The Way event set to raise money for families in need
Light The Way event set to raise money for families in need

Fairbury Public Schools hosted a Light The Way event as a way to raise money for families in need. 

INTERVIEW - Crete Head Coach Tony Siske

INTERVIEW - Crete Head Coach Tony Siske

INTERVIEW - Crete Head Coach Tony Siske

TOP PLAYS - Crete tops Beatrice 80-49

TOP PLAYS - Crete tops Beatrice 80-49

The Crete Cardinals are off to a 3-0 start to the year after an 80-49 win over Beatrice. 

Jefferson County police use search warrant leading to two arrests

Jefferson County police use search warrant leading to two arrests

Deputies with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office used a search warrant at the residence in the 1300 block of G St. Thursday, according to a press release from Sheriff Nicholas Georgi.

Sen. Fischer highlights national defense priorities

Sen. Fischer highlights national defense priorities

National Defense Authorization Act impacts Offutt Air Force Base, strategic command and Nebraska National Guard

November among driest ever in Iowa

November among driest ever in Iowa

10 counties in Nebraska experiencing exceptional drought

Beatrice Police Department delivers toys to local YMCA in 'Stuff the Cruiser' event

Beatrice Police Department delivers toys to local YMCA in 'Stuff the Cruiser' event

The Beatrice Police Department finished off its “Stuff the Cruiser” event by delivering the toys to the local YMCA. 

Physical, health education majors honored at SHAPE Nebraska conference

Physical, health education majors honored at SHAPE Nebraska conference

Major of the year awards

Nebraska rises in plant hardiness zones

Nebraska rises in plant hardiness zones

Extreme temperature fluctuations still a major factor in plant survivability

Doane football Head Coach Chris Bessler resigns

Doane football Head Coach Chris Bessler resigns

Doane football announced the resignation of Head Coach Chris Bessler after a 2-9 season.

Fairbury to host community walking challenge

Fairbury to host community walking challenge

The Fairbury Community Building is putting together a Walking Challenge for a chance to win prizes and get in your steps. 

Thayer Central's Mrs. Bulin is the latest winner of Stretch Across Nebraska

Thayer Central's Mrs. Bulin is the latest winner of Stretch Across Nebraska

Medica and News Channel Nebraska are encouraging good health and well-being across the state with Stretch Across Nebraska. 

Lights from Envision Landscapes becoming Christmas, Beatrice town staple

Lights from Envision Landscapes becoming Christmas, Beatrice town staple

The lights provided by Envision Landscapes in Beatrice have become a staple for the town.

County seeks federal aid 100 years after river channelization widens inland channels

County seeks federal aid 100 years after river channelization widens inland channels

Otoe County says replacing bridges is impossible plan in response to stream degradation

Susan Muell honored as Fairbury's December Veteran of the Month

Susan Muell honored as Fairbury's December Veteran of the Month

Fairbury honored Susan Muell as December’s Veteran of the Month on Tuesday. 

Scheierman's big day, cold Nebraska shooting leads No. 15 Jays past Huskers

Scheierman's big day, cold Nebraska shooting leads No. 15 Jays past Huskers

Nebraska is once again a blue state, as Creighton avenged last years upset loss in Omaha with an 89-60 win over the Huskers in Lincoln.

New Christmas story staged at Brownville

New Christmas story staged at Brownville

A Yule for Natalie features Christmas cryptids

Troopers Complete Husker Gameday Traffic Safety Campaign

Troopers Complete Husker Gameday Traffic Safety Campaign

Nebraska State Troopers have completed a season-long effort to keep travelers safe on Husker gamedays.

Fairbury Chamber to host Miracle on the Square Christmas event

Fairbury Chamber to host Miracle on the Square Christmas event

The Fairbury Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Miracle on the Square Friday night as a part of celebrating the holidays.

Huskers announce contract restructuring for Tony White

Huskers announce contract restructuring for Tony White

Under the terms of the restructured contract, White’s annual salary has been increased to $1.6 million per year for each of the two remaining seasons on his contract.

Orangemen, Lady Orange sweep season opener in Nebraska City

Orangemen, Lady Orange sweep season opener in Nebraska City

Beatrice basketball began the season 1-0 - collectively. 

King's Singers acapella group performing in Marysville Saturday

King's Singers acapella group performing in Marysville Saturday

Saturday night, Marysville, Kansas is hosting the King’s Singers, an acapella group from London, England.

Auburn's art momentum rolls on despite vandalism

Auburn's art momentum rolls on despite vandalism

Honeybees in the Heartland springboards art movement

Huskers dominate Big Ten postseason honors - Cook named Coach of the Year

Huskers dominate Big Ten postseason honors - Cook named Coach of the Year

The Big Ten announced postseason volleyball awards Thursday on the Big Ten Network.

‘Not unlucky, we have to be better’: Rhule recaps first season at helm

‘Not unlucky, we have to be better’: Rhule recaps first season at helm

On Wednesday morning, Rhule met with reporters to recap the season, and look ahead to improving the program during the offseason

Beatrice Art Show Opens This Friday

Beatrice Art Show Opens This Friday

The Beatrice Art Guild will feature an art show during the holiday season.

Fairbury reopens community building with new renovations and updates

Fairbury reopens community building with new renovations and updates

The city of Fairbury reopened its community building with many members of the community coming out to show their support.

Volunteers from Odell package nearly 60,000 meals

Volunteers from Odell package nearly 60,000 meals

Volunteers in Odell put together and packed nearly 60,000 meals Monday.

Sheriff sees crisis looming over deputy recruitment and retention

Sheriff sees crisis looming over deputy recruitment and retention

Deputies ask for help from Pawnee City City Council and Pawnee County commissioners

PREVIEW: Orangemen hanging hat on defense, new pieces in 2023-24

PREVIEW: Orangemen hanging hat on defense, new pieces in 2023-24

The Orangemen basketball team is preparing for another season, hoping for a return to state, after falling just short last year.

Ol' Red 99.5 hosts 23rd annual Thanksgiving dinner

Ol' Red 99.5 hosts 23rd annual Thanksgiving dinner

Ol' Red 99.5 hosted its 23rd annual community Thanksgiving dinner at the Fairbury Elks Lodge Thursday.

National award is latest affirmation for 'The Rocket Way'

National award is latest affirmation for 'The Rocket Way'

Milken award winner determined to come back from pandemic a better teacher

Fairbury hosting 11th annual Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning

Fairbury hosting 11th annual Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning

Fairbury is hosting its 11th annual Turkey Trot Race Thanksgiving morning.

Jefferson, Washington counties reach an agreement with TC Energy regarding road repairs

Jefferson, Washington counties reach an agreement with TC Energy regarding road repairs

Officials in southeast Nebraska and northeast Kansas have reached an agreement with TC Energy to repair a section of Ida Avenue near Steele City, NE. 

Syracuse teacher surprised with Milken Educator Award

Syracuse teacher surprised with Milken Educator Award

Leslie McIntosh grew up in Syracuse and gives back to the community with excellence in her classroom

Jurgens’ return in Kansas City a homecoming and celebration for friends, family

Jurgens’ return in Kansas City a homecoming and celebration for friends, family

Cam Jurgens played an NFL game closer to home then he ever has before on Monday night.

Construction On Schedule For New Beatrice Elementary

Construction On Schedule For New Beatrice Elementary

Construction of a new Beatrice school building is on schedule.

City of Fairbury to celebrate grand reopening of community building

City of Fairbury to celebrate grand reopening of community building

The City of Fairbury is celebrating the grand reopening of the Fairbury Community Building on Tuesday, Nov. 28 at 12:30 p.m.

Overbeck family leads Beatrice Coat Closet through busiest time of the year

Overbeck family leads Beatrice Coat Closet through busiest time of the year

As the weather cools off and we head into winter, many are in the spirit of helping those in need.

Carper steps down as Beatrice Volleyball Head Coach

Carper steps down as Beatrice Volleyball Head Coach

The Beatrice Volleyball team will need to begin a search for a new head coach. 

Omaha Supernovas announce team ambassadors

Omaha Supernovas announce team ambassadors

The team recently announced three ambassadors, in former Huskers Kenzie Knuckles and Kenzie Maloney, as well as former Creighton Bluejay Jaela Zimmerman. 

Ron Kassmeier receives 2023 Clabaugh Family Educator Award

Ron Kassmeier receives 2023 Clabaugh Family Educator Award

A yearly honor given to a teacher in the Beatrice community was given out on Thursday. 

Fairbury to host Christmas lights display at Crystal Springs campground

Fairbury to host Christmas lights display at Crystal Springs campground

Fairbury is hosting a Christmas at Crystal Light display the entire month of December. 

Ziggi's restaurant set to open in Fairbury in spring

Ziggi's restaurant set to open in Fairbury in spring

A Ziggi’s Coffee breakfast restaurant is opening in Fairbury in the spring. 

Fairbury wrestling uses its culture to its advantage

Fairbury wrestling uses its culture to its advantage

As Fairbury wrestling prepares for the start of its season, it is apparent that the culture of the team is a big part of what can fuel their success. 

Former Gage County Extension Educator Passes Away

Former Gage County Extension Educator Passes Away

Former Gage County Extension Educator Paul Hay passed away earlier this week.

Wilber Chamber of Commerce to host grocery grab at Food Mesto

Wilber Chamber of Commerce to host grocery grab at Food Mesto

The Wilber Chamber of Commerce is putting together a Grocery Grab at Food Mesto. 

PREVIEW: Lady O hopes veteran/youth mix leads to continued success in 2023-24

PREVIEW: Lady O hopes veteran/youth mix leads to continued success in 2023-24

Head coach Jalen Weeks hopes this group can take the next step at state and have success in the 2023-2024 season.

Volunteers Needed To Ring Bells

Volunteers Needed To Ring Bells

The Beatrice Salvation Army is looking for volunteers this holiday season.

HOMEGROWN HUSKER - Kicker Tristan Alvano

HOMEGROWN HUSKER - Kicker Tristan Alvano

HOMEGROWN HUSKER - Kicker Tristan Alvano

Crete boys basketball looks to repeat another playoff season

Crete boys basketball looks to repeat another playoff season

Crete boys basketball went 19-7 last season with a state tournament appearance. Led by Head Coach Tony Siske, in his fourth season, the team is looking to make it back, but not looking too far ahead this early. 

Huskers use struggles with Wisconsin as motivation, Satterfield talks turnover issues

Huskers use struggles with Wisconsin as motivation, Satterfield talks turnover issues

On Saturday, Nebraska will look to do something they haven’t done since joining the Big Ten - win at Camp Randall Stadium.

Trev Alberts gets pay increase, extension through 2031

Trev Alberts gets pay increase, extension through 2031

University of Nebraska President Ted Carter announced today that he has granted Athletic Director Trev Alberts a new contract that will keep the Huskers’ leader in Nebraska through at least 2031.

Contested books back on school shelves, recall election set for 2024

Contested books back on school shelves, recall election set for 2024

Swanson-Cunningham: committee did not do its due dilligence

Largest shipment ever reaches Steinhart Terminal

Largest shipment ever reaches Steinhart Terminal

Activity shows economic potential for river transportation

Rhule takes blame for Maryland loss, Huskers look to limit turnovers at Wisconsin

Rhule takes blame for Maryland loss, Huskers look to limit turnovers at Wisconsin

Matt Rhule met with the media on Monday.

TOP PLAYS - Doane tops Hastings, 20-15

TOP PLAYS - Doane tops Hastings, 20-15

The Doane Tigers sent their seniors out with a win on Saturday afternoon. 

Player of the Game - Ty Martinsen

Player of the Game - Ty Martinsen

Ty Martinsen recorded Doane's game sealing interception, while also making a huge impact all afternoon.

Chris Bessler - Doane tops Hastings 20-15

Chris Bessler - Doane tops Hastings 20-15

Chris Bessler - Doane tops Hastings 20-15

Giving honor to those who served, BHS holds Veterans Day ceremony

Giving honor to those who served, BHS holds Veterans Day ceremony

A yearly tradition took place yet again on Friday morning at the Beatrice High School.

Undefeated Fillmore Central prepared and motivated to pull off upset

Undefeated Fillmore Central prepared and motivated to pull off upset

Fillmore Central are preparing for a bout with Norfolk Catholic in the Class C2 State Semifinals Friday.

Irrigation pivot theft suspect sentenced for separate meth crime

Irrigation pivot theft suspect sentenced for separate meth crime

DNA testing linked cigarette butt found by farmer to Humboldt man

Marysville County Arts Cooperative hosting Divas and Divos event

Marysville County Arts Cooperative hosting Divas and Divos event

Ten singers will duel Saturday to become Marshall County’s Ultimate Diva or Divo at the Dueling Divas and Divos event.

Two-vehicle collision sends multiple to hospital

Two-vehicle collision sends multiple to hospital

A woman reportedly blacked out during an accident in Fairbury on Monday.

R & B Arms stays busy during second deer rifle season since opening

R & B Arms stays busy during second deer rifle season since opening

A southeast Nebraska arms dealer is coming up on its second go around of one of its busiest times of the year: deer rifle season.