Amazon set to expand drone delivery of lightweight packages to 500 US cities

Millions more people may be able to get smaller, lightweight Amazon packages delivered by drones by the end of the year under a plan the company announced Thursday to expand the airborne shipping to suburban areas in nearly 500 U.S. cities

August 19, 2026Updated: August 19, 2026

By JOSH FUNK

Grassroots event seeks to cover Nebraska highways with symbols of unity to commemorate 25th anniversary of 9/11

A tribute that first took shape in Southeast Nebraska five years ago is once again in the works, seeking to share a message of unity 25 years after the 9/11 attacks.

Big Give Gage day making a difference in Beatrice!

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Dakota Wesleyan recap, Morningside preview

Doane head football coach Jonathan Johnson discusses his team's first true game of the season against Dakota Wesleyan, and previews the matchup this weekend against Morningside

Metro parachuting troupe kick off two-day statewide trek by dropping into Fairbury

A group of skydivers from the metro area are traveling through ten Nebraska towns this week, via parachute.

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

Amazon set to expand drone delivery of lightweight packages to 500 US cities

Grassroots event seeks to cover Nebraska highways with symbols of unity to commemorate 25th anniversary of 9/11

Big Give Gage day making a difference in Beatrice!

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Dakota Wesleyan recap, Morningside preview

Metro parachuting troupe kick off two-day statewide trek by dropping into Fairbury

State

Board looking to improve ballfields in Valentine

A carnival in Valentine? Cherry County Ag Society exploring options.

Drought grazing field tour in Sidney provides important tips for farmers

Vehicle destroyed during fire in Valentine

Grandfather, grandson killed in rural Cass County train crash

Train derails in Mitchell, leaving several cars overturned

Sports

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Dakota Wesleyan recap, Morningside preview

Huskers return home to upgraded Devaney center, excited for upcoming home games

GAME WEEK! Ohio preview on Nebraska Football NOW

New Faces in Key Places | Nebraska Football NOW

Sparked by return of Rautenberg, Milford cruises past Fillmore Central

Nebraska’s run game competition on full display in early season play

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