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Unemployment Rate Unchanged

Nov 19, 2024 / NDOL

LINCOLN - The Nebraska Department of Labor (NDOL) announced today that Nebraska’s preliminary unemployment rate for October 2024 is 2.7 perce...

Nebraska Crop Progress and Condition Report

Nov 18, 2024 / USDA

LINCOLN, Neb. November 18, 2024 - For the week ending November 17, 2024, there were 5.7 days suitable for fieldwork, according to the USDA's N...

North Platte Hosts Lacrosse Event This Weekend

Nov 18, 2024 / Heather Jones Social Media and Communications Specialist Visit North Platte

See the attached release about the lacrosse event coming to Southwest Nebraska. 

UNK grad David Almanza builds a rewarding career in construction management

Nov 18, 2024 / By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications

KEARNEY – David Almanza proudly displays a Loper head on the side of his hard hat. Not only is he a University of Nebraska at Kearney gradua...

UNK construction management program is a pipeline for high-demand positions

Nov 18, 2024 / By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications

KEARNEY – In a few weeks, Michael Brands will graduate from the University of Nebraska at Kearney with a bachelor’s degree in construct...

NDOT and NSP Recognize Emergency Responders at Crash Responder Safety Week Ceremony

Nov 18, 2024 / NDOT

Nov. 18, 2024 (Lincoln, Neb.) — Today, the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) and the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) held a cerem...

NPCC to host Santa’s Workshop Dec. 3

Nov 18, 2024 / Daniel Stinman Director of Marketing and Public Information Mid-Plains Community College

Santa’s Workshop returns to North Platte Community College Dec. 3. Festivities are planned for 5-7:30 p.m. in the activities center and cafe...

NPCC blood drive will have “Friends” theme

Nov 18, 2024 / Jennifer Fuller

North Platte Community College will join the American Red Cross in celebrating the 30th anniversary of the television show, “Friends” b...

Advancing American Competitiveness

Nov 15, 2024 / By Rep. Adrian Smith

Under the Biden-Harris administration, inflation triggered by anti-growth policies, lackluster engagement on trade, and bloated federal spending ha...

Mid-Plains Community College Board to Meet

Nov 15, 2024 / MPCC

Mid-Plains Community College Board of GovernorsRegular Session AgendaNovember 20, 2024North Platte Community College – North Campus1101 Halli...

Troopers Arrest One After Wrong-Way Pursuit in Sarpy County

Nov 15, 2024 / NSP

November 15, 2024 (Omaha, NEB.)  —  Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested one person following a pursuit in Sarpy C...

NDOT Traffic Fatality Report

Nov 15, 2024 / NDOT

During the month of October 2024, twenty-three people were killed in traffic crashes on Nebraska roadways, according to data collected by the ...

Nebraska State Fair Champions Zero Waste, Achieves 93% Diversion Rate in 2024

Nov 15, 2024 / Courtney Glock Marketing Director

The Nebraska State Fair has become a model for zero-waste management, achieving an impressive 93% diversion rate at their 2024 event. Fair official...

Gov. Pillen Announces Appointment to Board of Parole

Nov 15, 2024 / Press Release

LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced the appointment of Jeff Bucher to the Nebraska Board of Parole. He replaces member Robert ...

Ricketts Announces Upcoming Mobile Office Hours

Nov 15, 2024 / Press Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) announced his constituent casework staff will be hosting Mobile Office Hours arou...

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Doing Right by Our Veterans

Nov 15, 2024 / Pete Ricketts

President John F. Kennedy once said, “A nation reveals itself not only by the men it produces but also by the men it honors, the men it remem...

NDEE accepting applications for ONE RED Irrigation Engine Program

Nov 15, 2024 / NDEE

LINCOLN, Neb. — The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) announces the opening of the 2024-2025 ONE RED Irrigation Engine Pro...

Alcohol Compliance Checks Held in Hall County

Nov 15, 2024 / NSP

November 14, 2024 (Grand Island, NEB.)  —  Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol conducted alcohol compliance checks in Hall...

Attorney General Hilgers Co-Leads 18-State Coalition Fighting Crypto Regulatory Overreach

Nov 14, 2024 / AG

Lincoln – Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced that Nebraska and Kentucky are co-leading an 18-state coalition challenge to the Biden-Harr...

Governor Pillen Leads State Trade Delegation to Germany

Nov 14, 2024 / Press Release

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen led Nebraska’s trade delegation to Germany on Sunday, kicking off the second phase of the state trade...

Kearney Area Concerned Citizens Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner

Nov 13, 2024 / Press Release

Kearney Area Concerned Citizens will be hosting the annual Thanksgiving dinner. See the release for details. 

Gov. Pillen Announces Retirement of Labor Commissioner John Albin

Nov 13, 2024 / Press Release

 LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced the retirement of Department of Labor Commissioner John Albin. Albin has served the ...

Nebraska Scholastic Writing Awards Accepting Entries

Nov 13, 2024 / Michael Howie Hastings College

(Hastings, Nebraska) – The deadline is approaching for middle and high school students to enter the Nebraska Scholastic Writing Awards. Teen ...

Nebraska Attorney General Hilgers Files Lawsuit against Social Media “Influencers” for Their Involvement in “E-Commerce Automation” and Dropshipping Store Schemes

Nov 13, 2024 / Suzanne Gage Director of Communications Nebraska Attorney General’s Office

LINCOLN -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers has filed a lawsuit against Nebraska social media influencer Elizabeth “Liz” Friesen ...

Seven Tips for Safe and Healthy Holiday Dining

Nov 13, 2024 / By Ashley Fenning, Nebraska Extension Instructor-Food, Nutrition & Health

As the holiday season approaches, many gather with family and friends to share traditional meals. With all the delicious food and the hustle and bu...