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Grass fire believed to be started by discarded cigarette
Grass fire believed to be started by discarded cigarette

A fire department in northeast Nebraska was tasked with putting out a grass fire Friday afternoon. 

Burgess asking court for early release from probation

Burgess asking court for early release from probation

A northeast Nebraska woman convicted of having an illegal abortion and disposing of the fetus is asking the court for early relief from her sentence. 

Crofton holds off Pierce, GACC rolls by Cedar Catholic in Mid-State semis

Crofton holds off Pierce, GACC rolls by Cedar Catholic in Mid-State semis

For the 5th consecutive year, the Crofton Warriors and GACC Bluejays will meet in the Mid-State Conference Tournament final.

Wayne State College unveils their new state-of-the-art tv studio

Wayne State College unveils their new state-of-the-art tv studio

Wayne State College has unveiled a new state-of-the-art cinema production studio, designed to advance the careers of aspiring professionals in film, journalism, and sports media.

All Star Abilities Fest brings resources and fun to Norfolk

All Star Abilities Fest brings resources and fun to Norfolk

. The All Star Abilities Fest was an opportunity for people of all ages, and their family

Norfolk Airport seeks bids for new terminal and hangar project

Norfolk Airport seeks bids for new terminal and hangar project

The Norfolk Airport Authority is seeking bids to construct a new general aviation terminal and aircraft storage hangar at the Norfolk Regional Airport.

NFD to perform training at Skyview Lake Thursday evening

NFD to perform training at Skyview Lake Thursday evening

Citizens of Norfolk will likely see fire personnel at Skyview Lake on Thursday for trainings, weather permitting. 

Cedar Catholic holds on for tight win over Battle Creek in Mid State Conference Tournament

Cedar Catholic holds on for tight win over Battle Creek in Mid State Conference Tournament

Cedar Catholic and Battle Creek duked it out on Monday night in West Point, with the winner earning a trip to Hartington set with a date against GACC.

Huge third quarter catapults GACC over Wayne in Mid State Conference Tournament

Huge third quarter catapults GACC over Wayne in Mid State Conference Tournament

The second overall seeded GACC Bluejays started slow, but finished fast in a come-from-behind victory on Monday night over the Wayne Blue Devils 56-38

Norfolk City Council approves Andy Colvin's transition to a Strategic Development Consultant

Norfolk City Council approves Andy Colvin's transition to a Strategic Development Consultant

After a two-hour closed session, the Norfolk City Council resolved the transition of Andy Colvin from city administrator to a special independent contractor and consultant.

Norfolk baseball coach Brian Disch resigns at end of year

Norfolk baseball coach Brian Disch resigns at end of year

One more trip around the bags for Norfolk Baseball Head Coach Brian Disch. 

Norfolk man arrested for speeding and DWI

Norfolk man arrested for speeding and DWI

A Norfolk man was arrested for speeding and being intoxicated while driving on Friday. 

Bravettes take control early, taking down Cardinals

Bravettes take control early, taking down Cardinals

Not only was it a Mid States Conference contest, but it was also a Class C1 District 8 showdown between Battle Creek and Boone Central on Friday night.

For an unforgettable experience, Real Reptiles were displayed at Norfolk Catholic Elementary

For an unforgettable experience, Real Reptiles were displayed at Norfolk Catholic Elementary

This week, students at Norfolk Catholic Elementary had the unique opportunity to not only see these incredible reptiles up close but also touch one, making for an unforgettable experience.

Norfolk City Administrator to transition to new role pending council approval

Norfolk City Administrator to transition to new role pending council approval

The City of Norfolk announces Friday Andy Colvin will be transitioning into a new role with the City pending council approval.

Healthy Village makes waves with their innovative approach in providing healthy options at daycare

Healthy Village makes waves with their innovative approach in providing healthy options at daycare

Healthy Village Daycare in Norfolk is making waves with their innovative approach and heartfelt vision on raising kids.

Nebraska Chief Justice says Nebraska prison overcrowding still among the worst

Nebraska Chief Justice says Nebraska prison overcrowding still among the worst

Judge Jeffrey Funke gives State of the Judiciary Address, to the legislature

Local community first responders recognized by the Norfolk Elks for their continued hard work

Local community first responders recognized by the Norfolk Elks for their continued hard work

Local first responders were recognized by the Norfolk Elks and give a box of appreciation for their hard work.

Faith Regional Hospital hosts Nursing expo to give students a look in to their career

Faith Regional Hospital hosts Nursing expo to give students a look in to their career

To help solve the problem, Faith Regional hosted a Nursing Expo in Northeast Community colleges Learning Center and gave future students a glimpse of what to expect in the medical field.

Newspaper editor dies due to injuries from crash

Newspaper editor dies due to injuries from crash

63-year-old Jay Prauner has died following injuries he'd gotten from a car accident Jan. 16. 

Suspected drunk driver crashes into river

Suspected drunk driver crashes into river

Law enforcement in northeast Nebraska responded to a single-vehicle injury accident Saturday evening. 

Cooper Foundation community grants awarded for 2024

Cooper Foundation community grants awarded for 2024

The Jim B. and Lillian F. Cooper Foundation and Midwest Bank proudly announce the 2024 grant recipients.

#6 Howells-Dodge knocks off #4 Pender

#6 Howells-Dodge knocks off #4 Pender

The Class D1 #6 Howells-Dodge Jaguars (12-4) traveled to Pender to take on the Class C2 #4 Pendragons (15-1) and early in the game, the defenses took center stage.

Plainview knocks off #9 West Holt on the road in offensive showdown

Plainview knocks off #9 West Holt on the road in offensive showdown

Fireworks in January! The Plainview Pirates held on to a tight victory against the West Holt Huskies 55-48 on Tuesday night in Atkinson.

West Holt cruises past Plainview

West Holt cruises past Plainview

It was all West Holt on Tuesday night, as the Huskies take down the Plainview Pirates 57-17.

#2 Summerland outlasts #4 St. Mary's in scoring explosion

#2 Summerland outlasts #4 St. Mary's in scoring explosion

If you wanted fireworks in January, aside from New Years Day, you needed to be in O'Neill for the Bobcat-Cardinals battle between Summerland and St Mary's.

St. Mary's hot shooting carries them by Summerland

St. Mary's hot shooting carries them by Summerland

From start to finish, the St. Mary's Cardinals were the dominant team on Thursday night, downing the Summerland Bobcats 55-31

Stouffer's big night leads Aquinas Catholic to victory over Pierce

Stouffer's big night leads Aquinas Catholic to victory over Pierce

Make it three straight wins for Aquinas Catholic as they travel to Pierce and take care of the Bluejays 49-31.

Pierce's fourth quarter rally leads to thrilling win over Aquinas Catholic

Pierce's fourth quarter rally leads to thrilling win over Aquinas Catholic

The Bluejays keep finding ways to win in the late stages and they pulled it off again in Thursday night's 43-35 win over Aquinas Catholic.

Columbus secure rivalry win over Norfolk at home

Columbus secure rivalry win over Norfolk at home

From start to finish, the Discoverers were in control of the Norfolk Panthers in a 57-45 victory on Thursday night.

Strong fourth quarter powers Columbus girls past Norfolk

Strong fourth quarter powers Columbus girls past Norfolk

Columbus hosted Norfolk on Thursday evening, ringing in the new year with a 48-28 victory.