Perkins County Canal could move one step closer under Senate legislation

Ricketts-backed bill would require a federal permit by 2028 if approved by Congress

July 15, 2026Updated: July 15, 2026

By Naydu Daza Maya

Perkins County Canal could move one step closer under Senate legislation

Photo courtesy Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment

Arraignment set for August, for Beatrice shooting death suspect

ATV riders cruise through rural Clatonia in third summer Fire Ride, a unique community collaboration

A couple hundred people got to intimately experience the innate beauty of rural Nebraska via their vehicles this weekend, while helping raise money to improve an element of a small town community.

Busy summer of facility work, for Beatrice Public Schools

Esther Schmit recognized as July 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month

The July 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month is Esther Schmit.

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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

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