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'Where there is beef, there is freedom': Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Gov. Jim Pillen talk with Nebraska ranchers

'Where there is beef, there is freedom': Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Gov. Jim Pillen talk with Nebraska ranchers about new initiatives.

Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins

Beatrice authorities called to 4th and Grant collision

Construction on the Kensington building is nearing the end.

EMF begins 2026 season with emphatic win, spoiling Fairbury's 8-man debut

Exeter-Milligan/Friend scored on nearly all of its possessions and shut down Fairbury on defense in the 2026 season opener for both schools.

Friend hospital says former CEO repaid misused money, now wants to move forward

The Friend Community Healthcare System board said this week that former CEO Jared Chaffin repaid the nearly $40,000 the Nebraska state auditor alleged he improperly spent. Now, the hospital wants to move on and focus on the bigger picture.

Fairbury ready for first foray into world of 8-man football

Fairbury football is ready to embark on a unique journey this season, their first playing 8-man football. But despite the new territory, excitement remains high for this year's class of Jeffs.

Papillion-La Vista retires numbers of Jordy Bahl, Peaches James

Satterfield says Luke Lindenmeyer making strides as leader

Bullfroging season underway in Nebraska

Season Preview: Beatrice Volleyball is ready to get the season underway.

Dempster site undergoing transformation

Doane Football Coach Conversations: 2026 Season Preview

Our Doane Coach Conversations series returns just in time for the 2026 football season! Doane head football coach Jonathan Johnson joins NCN's Tim Hackett every week to discuss all things Tiger football.

NPPD planning power line project connecting parts of southern Nebraska and northern Kansas

Nebraska Public Power District is planning a power line project that would reinforce the area around Daykin and Tobias and stretch across the Kansas border.

'Pushing each other every day': Husker running back battle continues, with strides being made

JCH&L CEO Holly Wolff to step down in September

Fairbury's Jefferson Community Health and Life announced Monday that CEO Holly Wolff will be resigning from her position in September.

Clatonia to consider lifting water conservation, explore options to add second well

The Southeast Nebraska village of Clatonia has been under a water usage restriction for the last month after learning that its lone water well was not pumping properly. Now, the tiny Gage County town is assessing its next steps.

Straight out of Canada, Fairbury cemetery receives second columbarium

The Fairbury cemetery is running out of space for its cremations. So this week, they erected a new columbarium, with assistance from a crew from Canada.

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

Busy NSAA Board of Directors meeting held, before high school activities begin

'We're a brand new team.' Beatrice Football looks to turn over a new leaf in 2026

Prison inmate to serve additional time for Gage County conviction

August accident at Sargent Drilling in Geneva leaves Cordova man in critical condition

A Southeast Nebraska man was left seriously injured, but alive, after he was inadvertently run over by a colleague while working at a drilling operation earlier this month.

Fairbury council considers rate increase ordinance, approves amenities for city park, campground

Fairbury's city council will consider approving salary increases, and did approve amenities for Crystal Springs and the city park and plans for Hullabalooza this week.

Gage County Board approves culverts bid, BUILD grant agreements

Jail and Law Enforcement bond issue not ready for November election

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Increase tax asking or add to a bond: Jefferson County commissioners discuss possible budget directions

Facing a cash flow shortfall due to increasing employee salaries, the Jefferson County board will consider whether to ask for a property tax increase or tack the excess onto a forthcoming road work bond.

More buildings being demolished, at Dempster site

California Baking Company, relocating to Beatrice

'Where there is beef, there is freedom': Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Gov. Jim Pillen talk with Nebraska ranchers

'Where there is beef, there is freedom': Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Gov. Jim Pillen talk with Nebraska ranchers about new initiatives.

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