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Reardon pleads guilty to reduced charges

Rick Holtz

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

FULLERTON — A St. Edward man is set to be sentenced in July after accepting a plea deal for reduced charges.Neal C. Reardon, 23, of St. Edward, pled guilty on April 30 to attempted sexual assault and enticement by electronic communication device.

The exterior of Davis Global Center in Omaha, where the National Quarantine Unit is located. Photo courtesy of Nebraska Medicine

Flatwater Explains: Why are hantavirus patients in Omaha?

Destiny Herbers

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

As passengers prepared to disembark from a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship, public health officials announced 18 American citizens would soon be returning to the U.S. But they were not headed home or to a major hospital on either coast. They were going to Omaha.

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ACE Camp registrations accepted through June 1

Ncj Staff Report

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Seventh and eighth graders from across Nebraska will come together soon for the 2026 Adventure Camp about the Environment (ACE Camp).

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DED and DHHS announce public comment period, public hearing on state’s proposed use of federal housing and community development funds

News Staff

Friday, May 1, 2026

The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) are soliciting public comments on the Proposed 2026 Annual Action Plan (AAP). Public comments will be accepted from May 15, 2026 until 12:00 p.m. CT on June 15, 2026.

Gov. Pillen says farmers will see benefits from proposed Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger

News Staff

Thursday, April 30, 2026

LINCOLN — Governor Jim Pillen says the merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads will ultimately benefit American farmers, proving a more reliable and efficient way to move their products.

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‘What If… Nebraska’ returns May 14 with new stories of innovators, creators and entrepreneurs

News Staff

Thursday, April 30, 2026

LINCOLN — Nebraska Public Media’s local television series “What If… Nebraska” returns in May with new stories highlighting innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship across the state.The seventh season premieres at 8 p.m. CT, Thursday, May 14 on Nebraska Public Media and on the free PBS app.

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Kennedy promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer of Nebraska Community Foundation

News Staff

Thursday, April 30, 2026

LINCOLN — After a decade of dedicated service as Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, Jason Kennedy has been promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer of Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF), a statewide organization focused on strengthening Nebraska communities through philanthropy.

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen announced the changes to Medicaid work requirements in December. Photo provided

New Medicaid work requirements take effect for expansion members Friday

News Staff

Thursday, April 30, 2026

LINCOLN — This Friday, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) will implement Medicaid work requirements, making Nebraska the first state in the country to do so.Last year, H.R.

James Armitage, MD, will receive the J.G. Elliott Award, given annually to an individual who has made significant contributions to medicine and health programs for the state of Nebraska. Photos provided

Two to be honored at UNMC commencement in Omaha

News Staff

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Two University of Nebraska Medical Center alums will be honored by their alma mater with special awards at UNMC’s Omaha commencement May 9, at 9 a.m. at the Baxter Arena.One thousand and sixty-eight UNMC students will graduate in May, with 652 at the Omaha ceremony.

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St. Francis Women's Imaging celebrates 10-years

News Staff

Thursday, April 30, 2026

GRAND ISLAND — CHI Health St. Francis Women's Imaging Center is celebrating its 10th anniversary this May, marking a decade of service from its dedicated location on the hospital's southwest corner.