Exhausted health workers in Congo struggle to keep up as Ebola outpaces contact tracing

Gédéon Banga Ngbape and his team of community health workers are laboring tirelessly in eastern Congo to track the country’s fastest-growing Ebola outbreak

August 15, 2026Updated: August 15, 2026

By CONSTANT SAME BAGALWA and MARK BANCHEREAU

Clatonia to consider lifting water conservation, explore options to add second well

The Southeast Nebraska village of Clatonia has been under a water usage restriction for the last month after learning that its lone water well was not pumping properly. Now, the tiny Gage County town is assessing its next steps.

Straight out of Canada, Fairbury cemetery receives second columbarium

The Fairbury cemetery is running out of space for its cremations. So this week, they erected a new columbarium, with assistance from a crew from Canada.

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

Busy NSAA Board of Directors meeting held, before high school activities begin

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

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

Exhausted health workers in Congo struggle to keep up as Ebola outpaces contact tracing

Clatonia to consider lifting water conservation, explore options to add second well

Straight out of Canada, Fairbury cemetery receives second columbarium

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

Busy NSAA Board of Directors meeting held, before high school activities begin

State

Big engines, bigger crowds for Thunder by the River

Thunderstorm Warning extended to Cheyenne, Morrill, Banner and Kimball counties

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Central Kimball County

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Kimball County

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northern Logan County in effect until 9:30 p.m.

Flood advisory issued for Cheyenne, Kimball, Banner, Morrill counties

Sports

Norfolk routs Lincoln Northwest in first ever meeting

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

St. Cecilia Softball Goes From Hunters to Hunted After First Championship

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

Ag & Outdoor

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

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April