Turning Point USA’s high school push in GOP states meets free speech and religion concerns

A push by Republican leaders to promote Turning Point USA chapters in public high schools is stirring a free speech debate

April 15, 2026Updated: April 15, 2026

By MARGERY A. BECK and SAHAR AKBARZAI

Rising costs a concern for Jefferson County and highway department

Persistent rising costs might force the Jefferson County highway department to weigh some difficult decisions, and the start of the PWF Road repair project could also be delayed

Rico Abreu wins High Limit race at Eagle, with big names on site

Local drives help statewide organization combat blood emergency

Beatrice Community Hospital Foundation Awards $7,138 in 2026 Mini-Healthcare Grants

A grant program is providing more than $7,000, dedicated to enhancing patient care, comfort, and operational efficiency at Beatrice Community Hospital.

State

Gratitude Baseball Camp honors Chris Gradoville's legacy

1 hr 44 mins ago

Pillen issues emergency declarations for South Fork Fire

2 hrs 24 mins ago

Wildfire smoke prompts air quality concerns across Nebraska Panhandle

2 hrs 29 mins ago

Wildfire prompts Fort Robinson to temporarily close

2 hrs 41 mins ago

Mandatory evacuations ordered near Fort Robinson due to South Fork Fire

2 hrs 57 mins ago

Struggling to stay ahead of the drought, farmers and ranchers facing flood

3 hrs 3 mins ago

Sports

UNK extends women's basketball coach Drew Johnson through 2029

June 9th 2026, 10:07 PM UTC

Gary Sánchez hits first homer since April 14, Brewers complete sweep of Rockies with 12-4 win

June 8th 2026, 1:06 AM UTC

Brewers score 8 late runs, stun Rockies 9-7 in wild 10-inning victory

June 6th 2026, 2:00 PM UTC

Nebraska coaches share ideas and build connections during Shrine Bowl week

June 6th 2026, 2:10 AM UTC

Kearney athletes embrace hometown opportunity during Shrine Bowl week

June 4th 2026, 10:04 PM UTC

Shrine Bowl South players reflect on hometown pride ahead of final high school game

June 4th 2026, 12:15 AM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey

May 23rd 2026, 6:01 AM UTC

Feed supplies tighten for Nebraska producers as drought persists

May 22nd 2026, 11:37 AM UTC