987 The Big Boy launches 'Workin' 9 to 5' contest with $1,000 grand prize

$1,000 could be yours! Listen for code words at 9 a.m., 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. every weekday, text all three to (308) 254-5804 before 7 a.m. the next morning, and you could be entered to win! Miss one code word, and you're out.

July 22, 2026Updated: July 22, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

987 The Big Boy launches 'Workin' 9 to 5' contest with $1,000 grand prize

Little Texas, Jake Worthington help Ol' Red close out summer at second country music showcase

In Southeast Nebraska on Saturday, all eyes - and ears - were trained on the Jefferson County Speedway, where Southeast Nebraska radio station Ol' Red closed out the summer with its second annual country music showcase.

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

Doane Football Preview: Tigers are leaning on experience from last year.

SEASON PREVIEW: Norris Volleyball chasing coveted three-peat in 2026

State

State issues key permit for controversial Sandhills hog confinement

5 hrs 12 mins ago

Cherry County petition seeks to increase number of county commissioners

5 hrs 33 mins ago

Police investigate 2nd Corso stabbing

5 hrs 46 mins ago

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Garden, Deuel counties

5 hrs 49 mins ago

‘It’s hard work’: Nebraska’s corn detasseling tradition is quietly fading

6 hrs 13 mins ago

Little Texas, Jake Worthington help Ol' Red close out summer at second country music showcase

6 hrs 36 mins ago

Sports

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

8 hrs 45 mins ago

SEASON PREVIEW: Norris Volleyball chasing coveted three-peat in 2026

10 hrs 27 mins ago

Huskers star power on full display, in Red-White scrimmage

August 17th 2026, 12:07 AM UTC

"First time in 12 years": Holgorsen praises fast-learning offense

August 14th 2026, 11:47 PM UTC

Pro Athletes Highlight Husker Summer Grads

August 14th 2026, 8:57 PM UTC

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

August 12th 2026, 8:18 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