Brian Strong named Vice President of Cornhusker PPD

The Cornhusker Public Power District Board of Directors is pleased to announce Brian Strong as the new Vice President of Cornhusker Public Power District.Strong will assist the CEO/ GM in overseeing day-to-day operations, helping to shape the direction of the District moving forward.

Nebraska publishes contract with ICE to use Work Ethic Camp as ICE detention facility

LINCOLN —Governor Jim Pillen announced on Friday the state has published a contract with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to utilize the Work Ethic Camp (WEC) in McCook as a federal detention center for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Nebraska rolling out new federal requirements for SNAP

LINCOLN — As a result of new federal requirements, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is rolling out several changes to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibility requirements.

Nebraska extends incentive program to cut fertilizer use in 2026 growing season

LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska’s Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Act (NiRIA) program will once again provide financial incentives to farmers who reduce nitrogen fertilizer use.

Gov. Pillen highlights need for property tax reform on Nebraskanomics podcast

LINCOLN — Governor Jim Pillen says the state’s property tax crisis needs to be addressed in the upcoming 60-day legislative session.

Gov. Pillen appoints new fire marshal

LINCOLN — Last week, Governor Jim Pillen announced his appointment of Doug Hohbein as Nebraska state fire marshal. Hohbein has been serving in an interim role since the resignation of Scott Cordes in early March. He has been with the agency since 1985. Hohbein’s appointment is effective immediately.

ROYAL WARRIORS

Fullerton crowned homecoming royalty on Saturday at their dance. Congratulations to Homecoming Queen, Ella Pickrel, and King, Terrick Gonsior!