Toxic algae found in Jefferson County lake

A recreation area in Nebraska is under a health alert for toxic algae in the lake.

September 5, 2025Updated: September 5, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

Beatrice upsets Wahoo/Bishop Neumann, advances in Trailblazer Conference tournament

Beatrice upsets Wahoo/Bishop Neumann, advances in Trailblazer Conference tournament

Hoiberg Named First-Team Academic All-American

Hoiberg Named First-Team Academic All-American

Gain free entry to five historic sites with Marshall County's Museum Day Saturday

Gain free entry to five historic sites with Marshall County's Museum Day Saturday

Auburn celebrates 50 years of Tree City USA

Auburn celebrates 50 years of Tree City USA

State

Grants awarded to support Lodgepole Panther Activity Center renovations

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Wildfire relief fund now open for Nebraska farmers and ranchers

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Sports

Johnson-Brock earns eight top medals

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Scottsbluff, Hemingford highlight strong day at Mitchell golf invites

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Cougar notes: WNCC baseball sweeps Otero on Sunday

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Eagles Wrap Up Series With Orediggers

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Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

April 11th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

April 4th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

March 28th 2026, 6:34 AM UTC

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Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety

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