7-year-old boy drowns at Lake McConaughy, Game and Parks says

A 5-year-old girl was rescued and taken to the hospital in stable condition

August 7, 2026Updated: August 7, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

7-year-old boy drowns at Lake McConaughy, Game and Parks says

People camp the beach in the Arthur Bay Area at Lake McConaught State Recreation Area in Keith County. Photo by Eric Fowler, Nebraskaland Magazine/Nebraska Game and Parks Commission

Nebraska Basketball begins practice, with Sweet 16 season in rear view

Huskers turn to Michigan State after successful non-conference play

Marysville unveils child care task force, seeks community insights

As part of a recent statewide recognition, Marysville is setting out to diagnose the state of child care in and around the city

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

State

Lincoln fire chief censured by national firefighters union

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Nebraska man killed in pickup-tractor crash in South Dakota

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Sports

Nebraska Basketball begins practice, with Sweet 16 season in rear view

26 mins ago

Huskers turn to Michigan State after successful non-conference play

1 hr 21 mins ago

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

September 20th 2026, 6:44 PM UTC

Nebraska rolls by North Dakota 34-7, heads into conference play 3-0

September 20th 2026, 4:26 AM UTC

Tri County withstands injuries, strong Southern effort to earn third win of 2026 season

September 20th 2026, 4:06 AM UTC

Wayne State dominates first-ever game against Jamestown

September 20th 2026, 3:09 AM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

August 21st 2026, 7:10 PM UTC

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

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