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Northeast Nebraska woman embraces childhood roots in giving back to the community
Northeast Nebraska woman embraces childhood roots in giving back to the community

The holiday time is all about the season of giving and for one northeast Nebraska woman that means a lot more than presents.

Northeast Nebraska ice rink is keeping its doors open despite warmer weather

Northeast Nebraska ice rink is keeping its doors open despite warmer weather

Warmer weather is bringing caution to a northeast Nebraska ice rink.

End of an Era for Norfolk's Beloved Video Store

End of an Era for Norfolk's Beloved Video Store

After 31 years of serving the community with VHS tapes, DVDs, and video games, a local video store in Norfolk, Nebraska, is closing its doors due to declining in-person sales amid the rise of streaming services

Three Nebraska deputies receive lifesaving award

Three Nebraska deputies receive lifesaving award

Three off-duty deputies received an award from the Nebraska State Fair for their response to a medical emergency this summer.

Northeast Nebraska natives give back to their alma-mater

Northeast Nebraska natives give back to their alma-mater

Two northeast Nebraska natives are continuing to give back to the places they call home.

The mysterious death of a teen at Pillen Family Farms

The mysterious death of a teen at Pillen Family Farms

A 17-year-old worker died at a Nebraska hog farm owned by the governor’s family. Two investigations later, the boy’s mother is still searching for answers.

North Bend Central's offensive output leads to second-half rally over Lakeview

North Bend Central's offensive output leads to second-half rally over Lakeview

What started off as a slow and sluggish performance from the North Bend Central offense turned into an exciting scoring showdown that led to a 51-46 comeback win over Columbus Lakeview on Thursday night.

Pender wins heavyweight fight over North Bend Central

Pender wins heavyweight fight over North Bend Central

Two of Nebraska's premier girls basketball program's dueled in an East Husker rivalry on Thursday night, with the Pender Pendragons defeating the North Bend Central Tigers, 64-51.

Northeast Nebraska man uses chainsaw to create intricate pieces of art

Northeast Nebraska man uses chainsaw to create intricate pieces of art

Some say art speaks where words fail. But if you listen to the art Joseph Krings makes, you might need headphones.

Non-profit working to open warming shelter in Norfolk

Non-profit working to open warming shelter in Norfolk

In the winter months some are left out in the cold but one northeast Nebraska non-profit is doing something to help.

Home Instead program fights senior loneliness with gifts and visits

Home Instead program fights senior loneliness with gifts and visits

What started as a handful of gifts to area seniors experiencing loneliness has blossomed into something big in Northeast Nebraska

Sitzman and Krcil land north after hitting the portal

Sitzman and Krcil land north after hitting the portal

Less than two weeks after two prominent Wayne State football players hit the transfer portal, they’ve announced where they’ll be landing.

Nebraska veteran, former lawmaker leads eighth mission to Ukraine during Russian invasion

Nebraska veteran, former lawmaker leads eighth mission to Ukraine during Russian invasion

As Ukraine continues its multi-year resistance to Russian invasion, a former Nebraska state lawmaker and Army veteran is now halfway through his eighth fact-finding visit to the country since the war began.

New director appointed at Northeast Nebraska arts center

New director appointed at Northeast Nebraska arts center

Brandy Lee, a business graduate, steps in as the new director of the Northeast Nebraska Arts Center, aiming to bring fresh ideas and community-focused programs after the center faced controversy over censorship

Norfolk Rescue Mission celebrates their special volunteer group with holiday party

Norfolk Rescue Mission celebrates their special volunteer group with holiday party

After countless volunteer hours, the Norfolk Rescue Mission is celebrating the people who give their time and dedication.

High Wind Warning issued for Thursday

High Wind Warning issued for Thursday

A High Wind Warning is in effect Thursday for all of Nebraska except for seven counties in the southeast corner of the state.

High Wind Warning issued for Thursday

High Wind Warning issued for Thursday

A High Wind Warning is in effect Thursday for all of Nebraska except for seven counties in the southeast corner of the state.

Medicaid work requirement plans announced for Nebraska

Medicaid work requirement plans announced for Nebraska

Nebraska is officially the first state in America to sign on to the Trump Administration's Medicaid work requirement rules. 

Norfolk officer who was injured in crash discharged from hospital

Norfolk officer who was injured in crash discharged from hospital

The Norfolk Police officer who was injured in a Sunday crash has been discharged from the hospital and is doing well, according to a police social media post.

Madison county addresses polling location moves following redistricting

Madison county addresses polling location moves following redistricting

Madison County is set update polling locations to align with precincts, potentially affecting 6,000 to 10,000 voters, who will be notified of any changes

Northeast Nebraska man receives Purple Heart over 5 decades after service

Northeast Nebraska man receives Purple Heart over 5 decades after service

After decades, one Nebraska man is finally receiving his Purple Heart he earned in 1969.

Farmers share ideas to maximizes profits at annual conference

Farmers share ideas to maximizes profits at annual conference

With farming facing tight profit margins this year, farmers are looking to learn more ways to save some green.

Ta-ha-Zouka Park looks to expand its sports facilities

Ta-ha-Zouka Park looks to expand its sports facilities

The Norfolk City Council approved Ta-ha-Zouka Park's master plan to expand recreational activities with new baseball and softball fields, funded through a combination of keno funds and a Land Conservation Fund Grant

Norfolk green lights Liberty Parks mini-pitch court

Norfolk green lights Liberty Parks mini-pitch court

The Norfolk City Council approved the Parks and Recreation Department to issue a Request for Proposal for construction of a mini pitch at Liberty Bell Park.

Gov. Pillen appoints Patrick Carney of Norfolk to county court judgeship

Gov. Pillen appoints Patrick Carney of Norfolk to county court judgeship

A northeast Nebraska attorney with decades of experience will be moving to the other side of the bench.

Norfolk officer, another driver seriously injured in Sunday morning crash

Norfolk officer, another driver seriously injured in Sunday morning crash

Two people, including a Norfolk Police officer, are seriously hurt after an early morning crash on Sunday.

One dead, one in jail after Highway 81 crash

One dead, one in jail after Highway 81 crash

A Nebraska woman has died and a man is facing charges after an accident on a northeast Nebraska highway.

Lincoln Northeast pulls away late to beat Norfolk

Lincoln Northeast pulls away late to beat Norfolk

In a back and forth game, the Lincoln Northeast Rockets made the crucial plays late to outlast the Norfolk Panthers in a 57-45 win on Saturday afternoon.

Second half surge carries Rockets past Panthers

Second half surge carries Rockets past Panthers

The Lincoln Northeast Rockets move to 3-0 after a dominating 72-43 win over the Norfolk Panthers on Saturday afternoon.

Avera releases top baby names for 2025

Avera releases top baby names for 2025

The top baby names have been released from Avera for 2025.

Clarkson votes on new mascot name, decides on top name

Clarkson votes on new mascot name, decides on top name

Clarkson is officially under a different name after splitting with Leigh recently.

Nobody injured in a Norfolk house fire Friday

Nobody injured in a Norfolk house fire Friday

An off-duty firefighter catches house fire in Norfolk leading to no injuries at the scene.

Walz listening tour stops in Northeast Nebraska

Walz listening tour stops in Northeast Nebraska

The former Nebraska senator who’s still exploring a run for governor stopped in Norfolk Friday to hear concerns from residents.

Experience the magic of christmas at Schuyler's jingle bell bash

Experience the magic of christmas at Schuyler's jingle bell bash

Schuyler's annual Jingle Bell Bash will feature a parade, Christmas festivities, fireworks, and a cocoa crawl with local businesses

Fifth grader's quick thinking saves family from carbon monoxide poisoning

Fifth grader's quick thinking saves family from carbon monoxide poisoning

A fifth-grader saved her family from carbon monoxide poisoning by recognizing the danger after learning about carbon monoxide detectors in a fire safety class and insisting her family install them

Bitter cold and snow to creep into eastern Nebraska this weekend

Bitter cold and snow to creep into eastern Nebraska this weekend

Extreme cold temperatures are expected to come into the eastern part of the state this weekend.

Stanton girls win a gritty battle, Norfolk Catholic boys roll

Stanton girls win a gritty battle, Norfolk Catholic boys roll

The Stanton Mustangs and Norfolk Catholic Knights faced off in an early season girl/boy doubleheader on Thursday night, with the Mustang girls picking up a 34-30 win and the Knights boys earning a 61-16 win.

Norfolk Toys for Tots makes sure no kid goes without a gift

Norfolk Toys for Tots makes sure no kid goes without a gift

The Norfolk Toys for Tots program accepts donated toys year-round in case St. Nick misses a house or two on his journey.

Norfolk hosts State Play Production Championship for yet another year

Norfolk hosts State Play Production Championship for yet another year

It’s state play production time and Norfolk is hosting the championships again.

New coach Brent Pollari looks to take Norfolk girls basketball to new heights

New coach Brent Pollari looks to take Norfolk girls basketball to new heights

It’s a new era at Norfolk High School for the girls basketball team. Brent Pollari is in his first year as head coach for the Panthers after a distinguished college coaching career.

FDA recalls over 1.5 million bags of cheese due to metal fragments

FDA recalls over 1.5 million bags of cheese due to metal fragments

Over 1.5 million bags of shredded cheese from major retailers are being recalled nationwide.

Ben Ries back as Norfolk boys basketball head coach, looks to build on strong team bonds

Ben Ries back as Norfolk boys basketball head coach, looks to build on strong team bonds

As temperatures drop, more shots are going up from behind the arc. The Norfolk High School boys basketball team is starting the new season with new head coach Ben Ries.

Wayne State's Dawson Forgy nominated as best Division ll player in the country

Wayne State's Dawson Forgy nominated as best Division ll player in the country

One running back from northeast Nebraska has be nominated as the best player In the country after a record breaking year.

Nebraska grants approval for Telcoin to open the first-ever regulated digital asset bank in the U.S.

Nebraska grants approval for Telcoin to open the first-ever regulated digital asset bank in the U.S.

Gov. Jim Pillen and the Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance gave final approval Nov. 12 to the final charter for the launch of Telcoin Digital Asset Bank in Norfolk.

Pierce beats Norfolk Catholic to claim fifth straight Mid-State Conference title, GACC takes third

Pierce beats Norfolk Catholic to claim fifth straight Mid-State Conference title, GACC takes third

For the fifth straight year, the Pierce Bluejays are queens of the Mid-State Conference, while the GACC Bluejays took home third place

Lakeview handles York in straight sets to claim 2025 Central Conference volleyball tournament championship

Lakeview handles York in straight sets to claim 2025 Central Conference volleyball tournament championship

Columbus Lakeview took care of York in straight sets (25-19, 25-15) to emerge as the champions of the 2025 Central Conference Volleyball Tournament.

Summerland grinds out 24-6 win over Elkhorn Valley

Summerland grinds out 24-6 win over Elkhorn Valley

Summerland went for 285 yards of total offense in the 24-6 victory over Elkhorn Valley

Bemidji State holds back Wildcats 26-21

Bemidji State holds back Wildcats 26-21

Bemidji State built a 24-14 halftime lead, then held off Wayne State in the second half for a 26-21 Northern Sun Conference football victory over the Wildcats