Gov. Pillen announces approval of disaster request, loans now available in aftermath of storms

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has announced that small businesses, nonprofits and residents in a handful of Nebraska counties are eligible to apply for low interest loans administered through the U.S.

Attorney general’s office releases consumer alert videos

LINCOLN — The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office is committed to assisting Nebraskan citizens who fall victim to devastating scams that rob them of their money and personal information. Scammers are growing smarter and finding new ways to use technology to take advantage of Nebraskans.

College Notes

KEARNEY — Graduate and undergraduate degrees will be conferred for 196 summer graduates at University of Nebraska at Kearney commencement exercises 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 8 at UNK’s Health and Sports Center.

USDA designates Nebraska counties as natural disaster areas due to drought

This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans.

Pillen promotes commitment to Nebraska highways

LINCOLN, NE – On July 25, Governor Jim Pillen joined the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) in announcing plans to invest in and improve over 560 miles of the state highway system through 92 individual projects.“Our state depends on safe, well-built roads and highways,” said Gov. Pillen.

Loup Lines

Drought conditions have improved considerably across the Lower Loup NRD in recent months.According to the U.S. Drought Monitor map released on July 24, 2025, no portion of Nebraska was rated Extreme Drought (D3) or Exceptional Drought (D4).

Nebraska Public Media will broadcast Husker volleyball scrimmage and alumni match

LINCOLN — Nebraska Public Media Sports is producing live coverage of two upcoming Nebraska Volleyball special events in August.The Huskers kick off their season at the Bob Devaney Sports Center with the “Nebraska Women’s Volleyball: Red/ White Scrimmage” at 2:30 p.m. CT, Saturday, Aug.

Senator Lippincott to seek reelection

CENTRAL CITY — State Senator Loren Lippincott, a conservative Republican representing District 34, announced on Monday that he will seek a second term in the Nebraska Legislature.

Back to School Bash is Sunday

BELGRADE — A Back to School Bash is Sunday in Belgrade.The event, sponsored by the Belgrade Community Club, kicks off at 6 p.m. Sunday at the Belgrade Community Hall. There will be games, drinks, snacks, arts and crafts and prizes.The event is for all school-age children.