UNMC commencements to be held throughout state May 8 and 10

The University of Nebraska Medical Center will honor two individuals with special awards at its May 10 Omaha commencement at Baxter Arena, as approximately 1,000 students receive degrees this week across UNMC’s five campuses.

Columbus Area United Way celebrates 2024 impact and recognizes agency volunteers

COLUMBUS — As said by Helen Keller, “alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.

2025 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month award winners

LINCOLN — The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) announced the winners of the 2025 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Awards.

Bike Share program back for seventh year

COLUMBUS — Columbus in Action, Inc. (CIA), a Nebraska nonprofit corporation, is proud to announce that it’s bringing back its bike share program to Columbus for the seventh year.

Lower Loup NRD accepting entries for 2025 Photo Contest

The Lower Loup Natural Resources District (LLNRD) is accepting entries for its 2025 Photo Contest. The intent of the contest is to inspire photographers of every level to visit LLNRD recreation areas and to explore the scenic district.

Reduce weed resistance to herbicides

Weeds have begun to grow. If herbicides are a weed control method used and you tend to apply the same herbicide each year, this could lead to herbicide resistant weeds.Herbicide resistant weeds are plants able to survive labeled application rates of an herbicide that previously killed the weed.

Troopers arrest 18 drivers during St. Patrick’s Day campaign

LINCOLN  —  Nebraska State Troopers removed 18 impaired drivers from the road as part of a special enforcement effort around St. Patrick’s Day.“For many, St. Patrick’s Day marks the beginning of the spring travel season,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol.

Grow smarter with new season of ‘Backyard Farmer’ starting April 3

LINCOLN — “Backyard Farmer” is back for its 73rd season to help gardeners and lawn care enthusiasts keep their landscapes healthy and thriving. The new season premieres at 7 p.m. CT, Thursday, April 3 on Nebraska Public Media.

Gov. Pillen provides update on statewide damage assessment following blizzard

LINCOLN — Governor Jim Pillen is providing an update on the statewide damage assessment in the aftermath of Wednesday’s blizzard. Emergency managers continue to collect information to determine any local needs.

Gov. Pillen and state agencies continue to monitor weather response

LINCOLN — A day of wild winter weather has resulted in school and event cancellations, snow-packed roads, blizzard conditions, power outages, downed trees and other challenges across the state.