The islands off Iran's southern coast are key to its economy and security. What to know about them

A top Iranian official is warning that attacks on the Persian Gulf islands that form Iran’s southern maritime frontier would provoke a new level of retaliation

March 12, 2026Updated: March 12, 2026

By SAM METZ

Revamped Kansas thrift shop helps provide employment opportunities for disabled adults

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

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CANDIDATE FORUM: Sheriff's candidates discuss several issues

State

Semi driver seriously injured in rollover crash near Pine Bluffs

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Revamped Kansas thrift shop helps provide employment opportunities for disabled adults

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Benefit auction for fire victims today in Gordon

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State audit letter raises concerns about Western Nebraska Regional Airport Authority spending

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Chadron State College Art Associate Professor complete nearly life-size sculpture of Mary, Joseph, and Jesus

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Authorities seek suspect after donation money stolen in Julesburg burglary

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Sports

Jokic scores 40, outduels Wembanyama and Nuggets top Spurs 136-134 in OT

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Eagles Lose Late-Inning Leads vs. Rangers

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Cougars split conference games with Lamar on Friday

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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

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

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Ag & Outdoor

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

April 4th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

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

March 22nd 2026, 3:26 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety

March 15th 2026, 6:17 AM UTC

‘Worst-case scenario’: Fertilizer, fuel cost spikes hitting Nebraska farmers hard

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Outdoor notes: Haag shares 100 years of Nebraskaland

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