Pope heads on vacation after decisive flexing of papal muscle on international and church stage

Pope Leo XIV is going on summer vacation after a whirlwind finale to the first half of 2026

July 5, 2026Updated: July 5, 2026

By NICOLE WINFIELD

Beatrice Fire talks proper disposal of used fireworks

Beatrice Fire talks proper disposal of used fireworks

Beatrice wrestling fireworks stand back for another year

Beatrice wrestling fireworks stand back for another year

Extreme heat, humidity brings added challenge to fire fighting

Extreme heat, humidity brings added challenge to fire fighting

Historical Society hosts naturalization ceremony

The U.S. Immigration Service held a naturalization ceremony just ahead of America 250 anniversary

State

Chip sealing in Sidney to begin July 13

14 hrs 30 mins ago

Thousands turn out for Norfolk's July 4 Odd Fellows Parade

20 hrs 5 mins ago

Natural fireworks kick off holiday weekend

July 4th 2026, 12:56 PM UTC

Tornado Warning issued for Valentine

July 4th 2026, 1:45 AM UTC

Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect

July 4th 2026, 1:30 AM UTC

Nebraska City fire crews battle blaze at abandoned home

July 4th 2026, 12:20 AM UTC

Sports

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

July 2nd 2026, 3:33 PM UTC

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

July 2nd 2026, 12:01 AM UTC

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

July 1st 2026, 4:34 PM UTC

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

June 30th 2026, 11:03 PM UTC

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

June 26th 2026, 9:41 PM UTC

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

June 25th 2026, 5:42 PM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

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