Mobile gold miners in eastern Congo complicate health workers' efforts to contain Ebola

Eleven-year-old Isaac Batisa searches for gold at a mining site in eastern Congo to help feed his family

August 19, 2026Updated: August 19, 2026

By CONSTANT SAME BAGALWA and MARK BANCHEREAU

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

Severe weather leaves damage across Mullen area

16 hrs 33 mins ago

Ex-NU Regent Elizabeth O’Connor given 1-year sentence for felony DUI

17 hrs 43 mins ago

Open class elevates county fair fun

18 hrs 15 mins ago

NCDHD Board of Health Adopts Regulation and Resolution to Conduct Pool Inspections

18 hrs 40 mins ago

Free dental care available to Nebraska veterans, spouses at upcoming clinic

19 hrs 22 mins ago

Friend hospital CEO resigns amid allegations of more than $38,000 in improper charges

19 hrs 39 mins ago

Sports

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

August 17th 2026, 8:25 PM UTC

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

August 17th 2026, 6:44 PM UTC

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