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Newman Grove hoping new development brings population growth
Newman Grove hoping new development brings population growth

Nine housing units are being constructed in the town's southwest side.

Cattlemen's Ball celebrates 25 years with massive event in Pender

Cattlemen's Ball celebrates 25 years with massive event in Pender

A major Nebraska fundraising event officially celebrated reaching the quarter-century milestone this weekend.

Northeast Community College graduate’s artwork featured on Voices Out of Nowhere cover

Northeast Community College graduate’s artwork featured on Voices Out of Nowhere cover

Drawing may not be Yovany Carrillo’s favorite activity, but others may beg to differ on the recent Northeast Community College graduate’s artistic abilities.

Great American Comedy Fest closes with legend Vicki Lawrence, four national acts

Great American Comedy Fest closes with legend Vicki Lawrence, four national acts

Vicki Lawrence will conclude the 14th Great American Comedy Festival at the Festival Gala June 17.

Northeast Community College introduces collegiate seal for 50th anniversary year

Northeast Community College introduces collegiate seal for 50th anniversary year

In recognition of its establishment 50-years ago, Northeast Community College has unveiled a new official insignia.

Norfolk Jr. High's Viergutz awarded with Assistant Principal of the Year Award

Norfolk Jr. High's Viergutz awarded with Assistant Principal of the Year Award

A northeast Nebraska junior high assistant principal was presented with an award from the Nebraska State Association of Secondary School Principals.

Two diplomas in one weekend for seven area graduates

Two diplomas in one weekend for seven area graduates

The families of students at two area high schools in northeast Nebraska celebrated their children earning both high school and college diplomas at the same time.

Gov. Pillen hosts Leon's food truck from Norfolk in celebration of LB562

Gov. Pillen hosts Leon's food truck from Norfolk in celebration of LB562

The Leon's Food Truck made a trip to the Governor's Residence in Lincoln on Thursday.

Singer-Songwriter Feature night begins in Norfolk

Singer-Songwriter Feature night begins in Norfolk

A new event in Norfolk aims to highlight area artist's original music.

Norfolk woman is 4th person sentenced to prison in drug conspiracy case

Norfolk woman is 4th person sentenced to prison in drug conspiracy case

A Norfolk woman, the fourth person in a drug conspiracy, was sentenced to 10 years in prison on Thursday. 

Relay for Life of Norfolk will be raising money for cancer research on Friday

Relay for Life of Norfolk will be raising money for cancer research on Friday

A fundraising event to help fund cancer research will be taking place in northeast Nebraska on Friday.

Ribbon cutting celebrates library storywalk in Norfolk

Ribbon cutting celebrates library storywalk in Norfolk

The new library storywalk will be having a ribbon cutting in Norfolk next week.

WSC places four on CSC Academic All-District team

WSC places four on CSC Academic All-District team

Alex Brandt, Logan Moeller, Wyatt Nissen and Gabe Peitz from Wayne State College have been named to the College Sports Communicators 2023 Academic All-District Men’s Track & Field / Cross Country Teams announced Wednesday.

WSC hosts first summer physics demonstrations workshop for teachers

WSC hosts first summer physics demonstrations workshop for teachers

Designed to help teachers generate more interest in science and physics among their students, Wayne State College hosted its first Summer Physics Demonstrations Workshop for middle school and high school teachers.

Dental office in Norfolk hit by car

Dental office in Norfolk hit by car

A northeast Nebraska dental office is open this morning after its building was hit last night.

'Behind the Boom' premieres this weekend in Norfolk

'Behind the Boom' premieres this weekend in Norfolk

Norfolk 7 Theatre will hold a morning showing of 'Behind the Boom' this Saturday June 3. The film provides an in-depth look of the history of the yearly firework show.

Spring, May were driest on record in metro and northeast Nebraska

Spring, May were driest on record in metro and northeast Nebraska

May was drier than any month in its recorded history. 

Shadow & Rocket: The Pets of the Week

Shadow & Rocket: The Pets of the Week

If you’re interested in adopting Shadow and Rocket, you can contact the Animal Shelter of Northeast Nebraska at 402-750-4665.

Congressman Flood to vote in favor of the nation's debt ceiling deal

Congressman Flood to vote in favor of the nation's debt ceiling deal

Congressman Mike Flood will vote in favor of the nation's debt ceiling deal as he finds it as a responsible compromise.

Norfolk firework stand permit application due soon

Norfolk firework stand permit application due soon

The deadline for a firework stand permit is coming up in Norfolk.

Former Wynot teacher, coach sentenced to 10 years in prison for attempting to purchase sex with teen

Former Wynot teacher, coach sentenced to 10 years in prison for attempting to purchase sex with teen

Officials said that a former middle school teacher in Wynot was sentenced to 10 years in prison for child sex crimes. 

NPD: Norfolk man arrested for alleged threats with cell phone cord, licking arresting officer

NPD: Norfolk man arrested for alleged threats with cell phone cord, licking arresting officer

A 25-year-old northeast Nebraska man is accused of threatening another man with a phone charging cord and licking an officer during his arrest.

Man dies from explosion in Madison farming accident

Man dies from explosion in Madison farming accident

A man reportedly died in Madison from a farming accident where he was repairing a tire.

Santee Sioux Nation of Nebraska awarded $500,000 to boost tribal Internet services

Santee Sioux Nation of Nebraska awarded $500,000 to boost tribal Internet services

The Santee Sioux Nation of Nebraska will receive $500,000 for high-speed internet development as part of the Biden Administration’s “Internet for All” initiative.

NHS garden continues to grow

NHS garden continues to grow

Nine years later, Norfolk High School's garden continues to grow. 

Norfolk house fire leaves firefighter with minor injuries

Norfolk house fire leaves firefighter with minor injuries

Authorities said they responded to a garage fire Sunday morning in Norfolk. 

Norfolk's final week of water main flushing

Norfolk's final week of water main flushing

The last week of water main flushing in Norfolk will start May 31st and continue through June 2nd. 

Deets Furniture begins new era with leadership from third generation

Deets Furniture begins new era with leadership from third generation

Deets Furniture announced a milestone for its family-owned business. 

Humphrey ceremony urges remembrances of fallen soldiers throughout the year

Humphrey ceremony urges remembrances of fallen soldiers throughout the year

Humphrey's Memorial Day ceremony was held at the Humphrey Community Center

Northeast Community College welding graduate hopes to inspire others

Northeast Community College welding graduate hopes to inspire others

A recent graduate of the Northeast Community College welding program wants to create her own connection within a male dominated industry as she embarks on a new adventure that includes serving her country.

Annual event raises money in Norfolk

Annual event raises money in Norfolk

The annual Big Give event in Norfolk raised almost $300,000 this year.

Madison utilities superintendent accused of using company equipment, time for building personal house

Madison utilities superintendent accused of using company equipment, time for building personal house

A northeast Nebraska utilities superintendent is accused of misusing municipal equipment and resources, according to the state auditor’s office.

Nebraska renewable energy training programs struggle to recruit students amid national worker shortage

Nebraska renewable energy training programs struggle to recruit students amid national worker shortage

Every Tuesday and Thursday in the fall, Taylor Schneider and his students start class by gathering their equipment and stretching.

Madison House Assisted Living seeks collaborative effort with community to keep seniors active

Madison House Assisted Living seeks collaborative effort with community to keep seniors active

The Madison House is seeking the collaboration of local business operators, speakers, and other community members to organize enriching activities for residents

SCSO arrests Omaha motorcyclist after Friday pursuit

SCSO arrests Omaha motorcyclist after Friday pursuit

Omaha man arrested following pursuit on a motorcycle through Stanton County.

LENRD asks JEO to complete study despite three dam proposal

LENRD asks JEO to complete study despite three dam proposal

The LENRD has stepped back from a no dam policy, approving JEO Consulting to finish its Battle Creek WFPO study. This despite past opposition against plans that include dams.

AquaVenture to make splashing comeback Memorial Day weekend

AquaVenture to make splashing comeback Memorial Day weekend

One northeast Nebraska town's water park is making a slash of a comeback Memorial Day weekend.

National Guard helicopters seen flying over Norfolk, Battle Creek

National Guard helicopters seen flying over Norfolk, Battle Creek

Northeast Nebraskans may have seen and heard low-flying helicopters buzzing around the area on Thursday.

Dougie: The Pet of the Week

Dougie: The Pet of the Week

If you’re interested in adopting Dougie, you can contact the Animal Shelter of Northeast Nebraska at 402-750-4665.

Northeast hires alumnus as new men's basketball coach

Northeast hires alumnus as new men's basketball coach

Northeast Community College has tabbed an alumnus to helm the Hawks' basketball program.

Bands 'Lemon Fresh Day' and 'The Rude Band' is coming to Norfolk this June

Bands 'Lemon Fresh Day' and 'The Rude Band' is coming to Norfolk this June

On June 17th, Midtown Event Center will host Lemon Fresh Day and The Rude Band at the Point.

ERPPD names new general manager for district

ERPPD names new general manager for district

The Elkhorn Rural Public Power District Board of Directors announced the new general manager on Thursday. 

Wayne Police Department sees increase in 911 hang-up calls

Wayne Police Department sees increase in 911 hang-up calls

Wayne Police Department said there has been a massive increase in 911 hang-up calls recently.

Hartington gets ready to unveil veterans memorial

Hartington gets ready to unveil veterans memorial

After three years of planning and raising money, a northeast Nebraska veterans memorial will officially be dedicated this weekend.

Hartington native named UNK Graduate Student of the Year

Hartington native named UNK Graduate Student of the Year

A Hartington native, Rokusek earned a bachelor’s degree in psychobiology from UNK in May 2021 and graduated last week with a master’s degree in biology.

Madison County GOP held its general meeting focusing on the budget process

Madison County GOP held its general meeting focusing on the budget process

One county's GOP held its monthly meeting, where they tackled the city's budget, welcomed guest speakers, and more.

Macy man sentenced to 15 years in prison for firearm, drug trafficking crimes

Macy man sentenced to 15 years in prison for firearm, drug trafficking crimes

A 37-year-old Macy man was sentenced to 15 years in prison for drug crimes.

WSC's Dr. White gets Lifetime Achievement Award from Iowa Motion Picture Association

WSC's Dr. White gets Lifetime Achievement Award from Iowa Motion Picture Association

Wayne State College's Dr. Michael White received an award from the Iowa Motion Picture Association. 

Three Wayne State women golfers receive CSC Academic All-District honors

Three Wayne State women golfers receive CSC Academic All-District honors

The Wayne State College women’s golf team had three players named to the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Women’s At-Large Team announced Tuesday.

Sewer lining work begins May 30 in Norfolk

Sewer lining work begins May 30 in Norfolk

Norfolk will begin sewer lining work on Omaha Avenue starting May 30.

Pretrial hearing continued for 21-year-old accused of fatal Cedar County shooting

Pretrial hearing continued for 21-year-old accused of fatal Cedar County shooting

A pre-trial hearing has been continued for a Louisiana man accused of murder in northeast Nebraska. 

Pierce senior overcomes ACL Injury, defies odds to claim trio of state championships

Pierce senior overcomes ACL Injury, defies odds to claim trio of state championships

Dawson Raabe completed the trifecta, joining an extremely short and prestigious list of athletes who won three different Nebraska state championships in just one school year.

Irish musician heading to O'Neill this June

Irish musician heading to O'Neill this June

A musician from Ireland is coming to northeast Nebraska for a concert in June.

Briggs and Barrett Project closes out 2023 Norfolk Area Big Give Event

Briggs and Barrett Project closes out 2023 Norfolk Area Big Give Event

One northeast Nebraska town's fundraiser is giving a nonprofit the opportunity to raise funds to help more parents and save more infant lives.

Cost increase for license plate delivery in Madison County

Cost increase for license plate delivery in Madison County

Starting in July Plate renewals will cost $4 per plate when ordered through mail or online.

Reigle Cattle Company aiming to expand cattle operation in Madison

Reigle Cattle Company aiming to expand cattle operation in Madison

Reigle Cattle Company is taking steps to expand it's operations in Madison.

Unusual accident wreaks havoc on Highway 275 traffic in Stanton County for several hours

Unusual accident wreaks havoc on Highway 275 traffic in Stanton County for several hours

A Monday afternoon accident on Highway 275 in northeast Nebraska created traffic issues for nearly seven hours.

Burgess pleads guilty to felony related to illegal abortion case

Burgess pleads guilty to felony related to illegal abortion case

A northeast Nebraska teenager will be sentenced this summer after pleading guilty to a felony related to a high-profile abortion case. 

Pierce native serves aboard forward-deployed Navy warship in Japan

Pierce native serves aboard forward-deployed Navy warship in Japan

Seaman Ren Gleason, a native of Pierce, Nebraska, serves in Japan aboard a forward-deployed U.S. Navy warship.

Stanton man arrested for domestic assault, DWI over weekend

Stanton man arrested for domestic assault, DWI over weekend

Authorities were called to a physical disturbance in Stanton County that led to the arrest of a 32-year-old Stanton man. 

NPD: Man arrested in Norfolk for warrant, drugs

NPD: Man arrested in Norfolk for warrant, drugs

A 31-year-old was arrested in Norfolk for drug charges over the weekend, according to police. 

Norfolk man receives misdemeanors after yelling about people being naked

Norfolk man receives misdemeanors after yelling about people being naked

Authorities said they arrested a 63-year-old Norfolk man for disturbing the peace after he was reportedly yelling about people being naked. 

Nationwide Patriot Tour makes first stop in Nebraska

Nationwide Patriot Tour makes first stop in Nebraska

One northeast Nebraska town welcomed patriots on their first stop of a nationwide tour to honor those who have served their country.

Norfolk Public Library foundation hosts community driven fiction book sale

Norfolk Public Library foundation hosts community driven fiction book sale

Fiction books were donated earlier in the week by the community, and on Saturday the public could get as many books as they could fit in a bag for $5 dollars

'Everything must go!': ASNN holds third annual vendor fair, garage sale

'Everything must go!': ASNN holds third annual vendor fair, garage sale

There were 25 vendors from across Northeast Nebraska selling a wide variety of goodies such as decorations and pet treats.