How major US stock indexes fared Friday 5/1/2026

The U.S. stock market is rising toward more records after Apple, Estee Lauder and others joined the list of companies delivering fatter profits for the start of the year than analysts expected

May 1, 2026Updated: May 1, 2026
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Jefferson County board insists PWF Road project still in the pipeline

The Jefferson County commissioners and highway department reiterated that the PWF Road reconstruction project remains on the books for this year, combatting online rumors to the contrary.

PlantNebraska returns to Fairbury Cemetery to help replace some trees destroyed by storms

A statewide organization is stepping up to help the Fairbury cemetery offset damage by planting a handful of new trees.

Hope Crisis Center receives $25,000 donation from First Interstate Bank

Hope Crisis Center receives $25,000 donation from First Interstate Bank

NWS confirms 8 tornadoes from June 11 severe weather outbreak

NWS confirms 8 tornadoes from June 11 severe weather outbreak