Panhandle mourns loss of educator, compassionate community leader Paula Abbott

Paula Abbott, former director of WNCC’s Sidney campus and a driving force behind the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center, has died at 61. Community leaders remember her as welcoming, optimistic and deeply devoted to Sidney’s growth.

March 2, 2026Updated: March 3, 2026

By Forrest Hershberger

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State

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Authorities seek suspect after donation money stolen in Julesburg burglary

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Fairbury airport manager Sandi Decker inducted into Nebraska Aviation Hall of Fame

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‘Magic every time’ sandhill crane knowledge and appreciation

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UNK honors Hamiltons with atrium naming after $5M rural health gift

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Sports

Colorado sports notes: Marsh helps power 7-run first inning as Phillies beat Rockies 10-1 in Colorado’s home opener

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Graves scores 28, Creighton takes down Rutgers 82-69 in CBC quarterfinals

1 hr 16 mins ago

April 4 (2:45 PM CT) - Indy Ignite vs Omaha Supernovas (NCN TV)

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WNCC’s Lashley ready to lead her Anguilla national team in CONCACAF qualifier

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Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

6 hrs 9 mins ago

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

March 28th 2026, 6:34 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

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Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety

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