Category: Local News

UNK Accepting Entries for Oct. 9 Homecoming Parade

KEARNEY - The University of Nebraska at Kearney is accepting entries for its 2021 homecoming parade. Organized by Loper Programming and Activities Council, the parade is scheduled for 10 a.m. Oct. 9 in downtown Kearney. This year’s theme is “Searching for Blue and Gold.” Kearney-area businesses, nonprofits and bands are invited to join UNK student organizations for...

Aksarben Stock Show 2021 to Feature Grand Drive

GRAND ISLAND - The 94th Aksarben Stock Show comes to Grand  Island, Nebraska September 23-26, 2021. Livestock entries from 14 states will compete for top  honors with beef, swine, sheep, goats, and broilers. The show, which runs Friday, Saturday, and  Sunday will feature over 3,400 entries from 14 states that includes Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois,  Indiana,...

Hastings College Moves Up in College Rankings

HASTINGS - Hastings College moved up in regional and national college rankings this fall, coming in at 17th out of nearly 90 Midwest colleges in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges rankings, and 48th out of more than 240 bachelor-focused schools across the country in rankings produced by Washington Monthly. The U.S....

National Preparedness Month Wrapping Up; Steps to Take Before September is Over

HASTINGS - September is National Preparedness month and with the month wrapping up, emergency officials are saying now is a good time to get prepared. Ron Pughes, the Adams County Emergency Director, offered some tips and ideas to help people be prepared for any disaster or emergency that may happen. The main points of being...

With Rise in COVID Cases, DIY Follow Ups for COVID Positive People is Important

HASTINGS - With a rise in coronavirus cases in the region, and the South Heartland District Health Department staff being stretched thin, they say it’s important for people to DIY contact trace and follow up after a positive coronavirus test. The department does have two external supports to help them follow up on new cases,...

Adams County Fire Crews Respond to Crawford Fires

HASTINGS - On September 13, 2021, a large wildfire broke out 5 miles Southwest of Crawford Nebraska.  This fire quickly grew into a large event that required requests from a State Level.  This incident quickly was designated as a Type 3 incident. FEMA defines a Type 3 incident as: Type 3 Incident Characteristics of a Type 3...

Anne Frank Exhibit Comes to Kearney High School

KEARNEY - The Institute for Holocaust Education’s Anne Frank:  A History for Today is coming to Kearney High School.  This traveling exhibition tells the story of Anne Frank, the Holocaust, and World War II through her eyes.  The exhibition has 30 photo panels that bring the story to life. The Anne Frank exhibit is made possible through a grant from the Staenberg...

More Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in South Heartland District

HASTINGS - The South Heartland District Health Department reported another collection of mosquitoes trapped in Adams County has tested positive for West Nile Virus.   Six human cases of West Nile Virus have been reported so far this month in the Central District, which covers Hall, Hamilton, and Howard Counties. The Nebraska Department of Health...

West Nile Virus Hits Central Nebraska; Two Deaths Reported in The State

GRAND ISLAND - Six human cases of West Nile Virus (WNV) have been reported so far this month in the Central District. West Nile Virus is most commonly spread to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. Cases of WNV occur during mosquito season, which starts in the summer and continues through fall. Two...

Kearney Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sunday

KEARNEY - The Walks to End Alzheimer’s continue on Sunday in Kearney. The walk will be held at the stage area in Harmon Park, a different location than past years, and it will get underway with registration at 12:30. They encourage people to register ahead of time though. They are also offering a virtual way...