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Troopers Arrest 10 Impaired Drivers in St. Patrick’s Day Campaign

Mar 18, 2024 / NSP

MARCH 18, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)  —  Nebraska State Patrol troopers removed 10 impaired drivers from the road as a part of a special ...
The market value of agricultural land in Nebraska increased 5% over the prior year, to an average of $4,015 per acre, according to the 2024 Nebraska Farm Real Estate Market Survey preliminary report. The report is issued annually by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Department of Agricultural Economics and Center for Agricultural Profitability. (Craig Chandler/University Communication and Marketing)

UNL Study finds Nebraska Ag Land Values up 5%

Mar 18, 2024 / Ryan Evans, Department of Agricultural Economics

Lincoln, Nebraska, March 18, 2024 — The market value of agricultural land in Nebraska increased 5% over the prior year, to an average of $4,0...
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Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Prioritizing Flood Prevention

Mar 18, 2024 / Pete Ricketts

Five years ago this week, blizzards and floods caused the most widespread natural disaster in Nebraska’s history. The floods claimed lives an...
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Troopers Arrest Four After Pursuit Near Gretna

Mar 17, 2024 / Nebraska State Patrol

(OMAHA, NEB.)  — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office, arrested four pe...
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Three Arrested After Pursuit, Search in Lincoln County

Mar 16, 2024 / Nebraska State Patrol

 (NORTH PLATTE, NEB.)  — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from multiple law enforcement agencies, arrested ...
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Accountability for Second Amendment Encroachment

Mar 15, 2024 / By Rep. Adrian Smith

Since March 4, 1789, our Constitution has defined the powers of our federal government and bound the United States together. Ratified shortly there...
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Nebraska State Patrol Encourages Safe Driving This St. Patrick’s Day

Mar 15, 2024 / NSP

MARCH 15, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)  —  Don’t rely on luck to make roadways safe this St. Patrick’s Day. Nebraska State Troo...
Taylor Wilson, an animal science major from Hastings, hangs out with some calves. She has thrived at NCTA with involvement on the Livestock Judging and Rodeo Teams. Watch for a video all about Taylor on our social media this week.

Celebrating Nebraska Agriculture

Mar 15, 2024 / By Andela Taylor, NCTA News

As National Ag Week approaches, it's essential to reflect on agriculture's pivotal role in Nebraska's economy and in shaping its identity and futur...
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Senator Ricketts Continues Border Briefing & Announces Mobile Office Hours

Mar 15, 2024 / Press Release

OMAHA, Neb. – Senator Pete Ricketts will be making campaign stops in North Platte and Kearney on Monday as he continues his Border Briefings ...
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Nebraska Educators Rising Recognizes State Leaders and Award Winners

Mar 15, 2024 / Nebraska Department of Education

More than 350 youth members and adult sponsors from 30 chapters from across the state gathered for the annual Nebraska Educators Rising (EdRising) ...
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Nebraska Availability Map Challenge Period Opens

Mar 15, 2024 / NBO

March 15, 2024 (Lincoln, Neb.) — Today the Nebraska Broadband Office (NBO) announces the next step in its work bringing the Broadband, E...
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Troopers Arrest 35 Impaired Drivers During State Basketball

Mar 14, 2024 / NSP

MARCH 14, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)  —  Nebraska State Troopers removed from the road 35 impaired drivers during this year’s NSAA ...
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Work Will Begin on I-80, in Dawson and Buffalo Counties

Mar 14, 2024 / NDOT

March 14, 2024 (Grand Island, Neb.) — Weather permitting, work will begin March 20 on I-80 from reference post 254+80 to reference post ...
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Attorney General Hilgers and State Treasurer Briese Warn Nebraskans about Tax-Related Scams

Mar 14, 2024 / Press Release

Tax season is in full swing, along with tax scams. According to the IRS, thousands of people have lost millions of dollars and their personal infor...
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No New Taxes Nebraska Announces Opposition to EPIC Tax Ballot Initiative

Mar 14, 2024 / NNT

LINCOLN, Neb. – Today, No New Taxes Nebraska officially launched its campaign to stop the EPIC tax. No New Taxes is a joint effort of over 40...
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Ricketts, Blumenthal in Real Clear Health: Relying on China for Medical Device Production “A Mistake We Can’t Afford to Make”

Mar 14, 2024 / Pete Ricketts & Richard Blumenthal

The COVID-19 pandemic forced our entire health care system into overdrive. Physicians, nurses, and hospital staff worked around the clock, risking ...
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Gov. Pillen Issues “Call to Action” Following AD Alberts Announced Departure

Mar 14, 2024 / Press Release

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has issued a statement regarding the departure of Nebraska Athletic Director Trev Alberts, as well as a &ld...
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NSF Board Meets Friday (2nd Revised Agenda)

Mar 14, 2024 / NSF

NEBRASKA STATE FAIR BOARDREVISED* Meeting AgendaMarch 15, 2024 – 1:30 P.M.Administrative Offices, Grand Island, NE1. Call to Order 2. Roll C...
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Attorney General Hilgers Challenges SEC Climate Rule

Mar 14, 2024 / AG

LINCOLN — Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers joined a multi-state coalition, led by Iowa, in a lawsuit to block the Securities and Exchan...
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Gov. Pillen Approves LB 574 Regulations on Nonsurgical, Gender Altering Treatments

Mar 14, 2024 / Press Release

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has approved regulations governing nonsurgical pharmaceutical gender altering treatments for individuals un...
Curt_Friesen_Ag_Acheivement_2024.jpg: Nancy Friesen joins her husband, Curt Friesen, the 2024 Ag Achievement Award recipient to receive the award from Jay Reiners, chairman of the Nebraska Corn Board on Tuesday, March 12.

Nebraska Corn Board Recognizes Agriculture Leaders at Annual Awards Dinner

Mar 13, 2024 / NCB

LINCOLN, Neb. – Two awards were given out at the Nebraska Corn Board’s (NCB) 2024 awards dinner on March 12 in Lincoln. The annual awar...
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The Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program Announces Scholarship Winners

Mar 13, 2024 / UNL

Lincoln, Neb., March. 12, 2024 —The Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln has announced th...
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Alcohol Compliance Checks Held in Hall, Red Willow Counties

Mar 12, 2024 / NPD

MARCH 12, 2024 (GRAND ISLAND, NEB.)  — Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have conducted alcohol compliance checks in Hall and...
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McCook Explosion South of Town

Mar 12, 2024 / RWCSO- Kevin Darling

On March 11th 2024 McCook dispatch began receiving calls of an explosion south of McCook along Hwy 83. Red Willow Western Fire and McCook Fire and ...
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NDEE Director Macy Retires from State Government

Mar 12, 2024 / NDEE

LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced the retirement of Jim Macy, director of the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy ...