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Seven College Students to Begin Summer Internships Sponsored by the Nebraska Corn Board
May 12, 2025 / Jill Bookhout Director of Communications
LINCOLN, Neb. – As the school year comes to a close, seven talented undergraduate students are gearing up for immersive internship experience...
NSP Investigating Triple Murder-Suicide in Dawson County
May 10, 2025 / Cody Thomas – Public Relations Director
May 10, 2025 (Lexington, Neb.) — The Nebraska State Patrol is investigating an apparent murder-suicide in rural Dawson County. This mo...
Fire Threat Upgraded
May 10, 2025 / NWS
The Fire Weather Watch has been upgraded to a Red Flag Warning for Sunday Please find additional information and forecast details in our attached ...
Gov. Pillen Extends Burn Ban in Central, Western Nebraska
May 10, 2025 / Laura Strimple
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen signed an executive order extending a burn ban due to continued dry conditions in the central and wes...
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Celebrating Renewable Fuels
May 9, 2025 / Pete Ricketts
In May, we celebrate Renewable Fuels Month. It’s a time to celebrate Nebraska’s farmers, rural communities, and home-grown energy. Nebr...
Gov. Pillen, NDVA Host World War II Veteran Recognition Ceremony in Capitol Rotunda
May 9, 2025 / Laura Strimple
LINCOLN, NE – Surrounded by friends, family, state senators and fellow veterans, a group of World War II veterans were recognized for their s...
NSP Kickstarts Summer with Make It Click Campaign
May 9, 2025 / NSP
Listen to the Press Conference below. MAY 8, 2025 (LINCON, NEB.) — Summer is on its way! The Nebraska State Patrol is starting ...
Local Reaction to Pope Leo XIV
May 9, 2025 / KRGI News
5/8/2025 - Statement on the Election of Pope Leo XIVFrom Bishop Joseph G. HanefeldtI join with Catholics throughout the world in celebrating the el...
Gov. Pillen Provides Statement on UK Trade Deal
May 9, 2025 / Laura Strimple
LINCOLN, NE — Governor Jim Pillen, a strong advocate for Nebraska agriculture and trade, released the following statement regarding President...
Showcase Your Fair Face at the 11th Annual Nebraska State Fair Marathon
May 8, 2025 / Jack Sheard
GRAND ISLAND – Whether you're chasing a personal best or just out for a memorable morning with family and friends, there's never been a bette...
Top Honors at NACTA for Crops Team
May 8, 2025 / By NCTA News
Topping off another excellent year, the NCTA Crops Judging team retained their 1st place title in the Crops contest and added the top spot in Preci...
Gov. Pillen Hosts Ceremonial Bill Celebrating Creation of New State Agency
May 7, 2025 / Laura Strimple
Listen to the press conference below.LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen ceremoniously signed LB317, creating the Nebraska Department of...
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers and Law Enforcement Leaders Join in Opposition to LB677
May 7, 2025 / Suzanne Gage Director of Communications
Today, Attorney General Mike Hilgers, with Nebraska law enforcement leaders, announced strong, unified opposition to AM1251 to LB677, a bill known ...
Koch Family Donates $50,000 To Nebraska State Fair 1868 Foundation
May 7, 2025 / KRGI News
(Grand Island, NE) - The Nebraska State Fair 1868 Foundation received a generous donation this week to help with the restoration and maintenance of...
Nebraska farm income projected to increase 55% in 2025
May 7, 2025 / Ryan Evans, Department of Agricultural Economics
Lincoln, Nebraska, May 7, 2025 — Nebraska net farm income is forecast to increase 55% in 2025, to a record $9.42 billion, according to new pr...
Brooke Envick selected to lead UNK College of Business and Technology
May 6, 2025 / Tyler Ellyson, editor, UNK News
KEARNEY – Following a national search, the University of Nebraska at Kearney has selected Brooke Envick as the next dean of the College of Bu...
NCTA Ag Business Students Compete Well
May 6, 2025 / Andela Taylor Recruiting Coordinator & Media Contact
National competitions like the North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) are an excellent proving ground for effective teaching a...
Gov. Pillen Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions
May 6, 2025 / Laura Strimple
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen is announcing appointments made to boards and commissions December 31, 2024, through March 31, 2025. The l...
Galaxy of Stars Talent Search Returns to Nebraska State Fair
May 6, 2025 / Jack Sheard
GRAND ISLAND — The Galaxy of Stars® Talent Search, Nebraska’s premier stage for rising performers, is returning to the Nebraska Sta...
Husker Research Unlocks Secrets of Sorghum's Defense Against Fall Armyworm
May 6, 2025 / Geitner Simmons, IANR Media
Lincoln, Nebraska, May 6, 2025 — University of Nebraska–Lincoln scientists continue to advance the understanding of sorghum’s nat...
Attorney General Hilgers Announces Victory in Nebraska-led Challenge to California’s Electric-Truck Mandates
May 6, 2025 / Suzanne Gage Director of Communications
Lincoln, NE—Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced that California has agreed to repeal its electric-truck mandates that reach well beyond C...
Nebraska Crop Progress and Condition Report
May 6, 2025 / USDA
NEBRASKA CROP PROGRESS AND CONDITION LINCOLN, Neb. May 5, 2025 - For the week ending May 4, 2025, there were 5.4 days suitable for fieldwork,...
Open Sky Legislative Update
May 6, 2025 / Open Sky
Four things to know about the budget as we move into debate1. Low spending growthProjected General Fund spending for the coming biennium in the bud...
Platte Institute Proposes $162 Million Spending Freeze to Help Close Nebraska Budget Gap
May 5, 2025 / Ryan Kopsa Communications and Marketing Director
OMAHA, NE — At a virtual press conference held Monday afternoon, the Platte Institute proposed a targeted, responsible solution for addressin...
NDEE begins weekly public lake sampling
May 5, 2025 / Amanda Woita
The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) and its partners have begun weekly sampling of public lakes across Nebraska. This samplin...