As Pell grants expand, students see openings to afford short-term job training

Colleges around the country are seeking approval for a new federal grant program, Workforce Pell, to aid students enrolled for short-term job training

August 31, 2026Updated: August 31, 2026

By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH

Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins

Professional investigations drive Vandergrift's run for sheriff

Christien Vandergrift is a write-in candidate in Johnson County

Construction on the Kensington building is nearing the end.

EMF begins 2026 season with emphatic win, spoiling Fairbury's 8-man debut

Exeter-Milligan/Friend scored on nearly all of its possessions and shut down Fairbury on defense in the 2026 season opener for both schools.

State

What to Know: Rules for Nebraska's U.S. Senate Debate

2 hrs 48 mins ago

Kimball high school adds community service to Accountability Program

5 hrs 46 mins ago

Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins

6 hrs 3 mins ago

Panhandle Public Health District reminds athletes, fans to stay protected from West Nile Virus

7 hrs 21 mins ago

Making Nebraska’s Tallest Waterfall More Accessible

7 hrs 57 mins ago

Law enforcement investigating reported theft

8 hrs 28 mins ago

Sports

EMF begins 2026 season with emphatic win, spoiling Fairbury's 8-man debut

August 29th 2026, 5:59 AM UTC

Boone Central dominates in week one

August 29th 2026, 3:16 AM UTC

Fairbury ready for first foray into world of 8-man football

August 28th 2026, 5:20 PM UTC

Papillion-La Vista retires numbers of Jordy Bahl, Peaches James

August 28th 2026, 1:36 AM UTC

Satterfield says Luke Lindenmeyer making strides as leader

August 27th 2026, 2:06 PM UTC

Doane Football Coach Conversations: 2026 Season Preview

August 26th 2026, 9:29 PM 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

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC