Communities receive quarterly lease payments

COLUMBUS — Loup Power District recently delivered lease payments totaling more than $1.3 million to area communities. Each of these communities owns their electric distribution systems. These payments compensate them for the use of those systems for the second quarter of 2025.

Fullerton school board to discuss vacant lot

FULLERTON — The Fullerton Board of Education will meet on Thursday at 5:45 p.m. in a special meeting to discuss the vacant lot across from the school building.The lot is the site of the former Fullerton First United Methodist Church which was demolished in July and is listed with O-K Real Estate.

August 2025 EnergyWise SM Tip: Automated Grain Aeration

Any long-time grain producer in Nebraska will tell you the key to a successful season depends on their crops getting the correct amount of moisture, in the correct manner and at the correct time without any other major devastations.

Hospital recognized for high-quality knee, hip replacements

COLUMBUS — Columbus Community Hospital has earned national recognition for its exceptional orthopedic care. The hospital has been designated as a Blue Distinction® Center (BDC) for Knee and Hip Replacement by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE).

AG Hilgers joins amicus brief supporting cattle ranchers

LINCOLN —Attorney General Mike Hilgers joined a bipartisan coalition of 11 Attorneys General in filing an amicus brief that supports cattle ranchers against manufacturers who are selling foreign-sourced beef products under a “Product of USA” label.

Nebraska Republican Party responds to new ICE facility in McCook

LINCOLN, NE —  Nebraska Republican Party released the following statement today in response to the announcement of a new U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility opening in McCook, Nebraska.

Troopers close summer travel season with Drive Sober Campaign

LINCOLN  — The summer driving season is rolling to a stop and the Nebraska State Patrol is working to keep roadways safe.Troopers throughout Nebraska will be working overtime for the next few weeks as part of the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.

Nebraska State Fair offers free parking and shuttle service

The Nebraska State Fair has made it easy for guests to quickly get to the Fair safely and comfortably, with free parking, convenient shuttle service, and improved traffic flow thanks to continued partnerships with the City of Grand Island.

Nebraska’s 2025 Book Award Winners Announced

Celebrate Nebraska’s 2025 Book Award winners with author readings and an awards presentation ceremony at the Nebraska Celebration of Book’s (NCOB) literary festival.