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Malcolm 354 secures third straight American Legion Class C Jr Championship after defensive duel with Hartington Post 4
Malcolm 354 secures third straight American Legion Class C Jr Championship after defensive duel with Hartington Post 4

Malcolm Post 354 defeats Hartington Post 4 to for a three-peat in American Legion Class C Jr's

Madison man sentenced to 57 months for fentanyl conspiracy and cocaine possession

Madison man sentenced to 57 months for fentanyl conspiracy and cocaine possession

Madison man sentenced for drug conspiracy.

Skyview Lake celebrates 20 years since vital renovations

Skyview Lake celebrates 20 years since vital renovations

Skyview Lake received lake-saving renovations back in 2004.

Victim in private lake drowning identified

Victim in private lake drowning identified

The Norfolk Police Division has identified the victim who drowned in a private lake on Sunday. 

Projects to improve boating and fishing at Grove Lake

Projects to improve boating and fishing at Grove Lake

ANTELOPE COUNTY, Neb. -- Improvements are underway at Grove Lake Wildlife Management Area in Antelope County, enhancing access for boaters and anglers. Starting July 16, a new fishing pier and repairs to two boat ramps will offer better opportunities for

Nebraska DOT issues urgent alert after spike in deadly crashes

Nebraska DOT issues urgent alert after spike in deadly crashes

Nineteen people died in traffic crashes across Nebraska in June, according to data collected by the Nebraska Department of Transportation.

Adding a personal touch to the Moscow Mule

Adding a personal touch to the Moscow Mule

Handlebend puts art in their Moscow Mule mugs. The mugs, with a history to a college experience, are made and offered in O'Neill, Neb.

Mimosa Fest returns to downtown Norfolk

Mimosa Fest returns to downtown Norfolk

Live music, mimosas, and food trucks are returning to northeast Nebraska for the fourth Mimosa Fest.

Madison County Fair artist cancels shows including stop in Madison

Madison County Fair artist cancels shows including stop in Madison

Country musician Ernest canceled upcoming performances to prioritize family time affecting the Madison County Fair.

Former Ponca city clerk faces trio of criminal charges for allegedly wiping clean city records

Former Ponca city clerk faces trio of criminal charges for allegedly wiping clean city records

A former Ponca city clerk, faces charges for destroying city financial records before her dismissal. Those charges include abuse of public records, official misconduct, and violating state records act.

Norfolk Fire Division honored nationally for excellence in cardiovascular care

Norfolk Fire Division honored nationally for excellence in cardiovascular care

Norfolk Fire Division receives the 2024 Mission Lifeline Silver Award for EMS from the American Heart Association, recognizing their care in heart attack and stroke emergencies.

Houston man wanted in Indiana arrested in Stanton County

Houston man wanted in Indiana arrested in Stanton County

Stanton County Sheriff’s Office arrested the 32 year old Houston man Friday afternoon authorities believe to be in the country illegally.

Ponca Tribe, Neligh community unite to celebrate rich heritage

Ponca Tribe, Neligh community unite to celebrate rich heritage

The relationship between the Ponca Tribe and Neligh spans back hundreds of years and the Antelope County Museum celebrated their heritage with tribe members dancing at a ceremony.

Woman celebrates 102nd birthday, given one of Nebraska's highest civic honors

Woman celebrates 102nd birthday, given one of Nebraska's highest civic honors

Kathryn Brooks’ children describe her as loving and caring as she turns 102 years old.

Czech history and heritage celebrated at festival

Czech history and heritage celebrated at festival

According to a 2022 report by the U.S. Census Bureau, Nebraska has one of the highest Czech populations in the country and Clarkson is gearing up for the celebration of their heritage.

Nebraska man preparing donations to victims of Iowa flooding

Nebraska man preparing donations to victims of Iowa flooding

Major flooding in Iowa has prompted one Nebraska man to take action in helping out people in need.

Support Our Schools looks ahead to July deadline

Support Our Schools looks ahead to July deadline

Nebraska voters had a chance to give signatures to get the so-called “school choice” bill or LB 1402 on the ballot in November.

Review of changes to cell phone policy at NPS

Review of changes to cell phone policy at NPS

The Norfolk Public School board looked at proposed changes to the school’s cell phone and electronic devices policy.

Missouri River levels in Nebraska expected to rise to moderate levels

Missouri River levels in Nebraska expected to rise to moderate levels

Weather officials are warning that the Missouri River could come close to major flood stages in the coming days.

Pillen declares flooding emergency, requests people stay off Missouri River

Pillen declares flooding emergency, requests people stay off Missouri River

Flooding along the Missouri River is prompting Nebraska’s governor to take action.

Car crashes into Norfolk YMCA

Car crashes into Norfolk YMCA

A car carrying at least one passenger crashed into the front end of the Norfolk YMCA on Monday afternoon. 

Two Oklahoma men arrested on felony drug charges

Two Oklahoma men arrested on felony drug charges

The arrest happened Saturday evening in Stanton County

McMill Building keeps over 100 year old history alive

McMill Building keeps over 100 year old history alive

With efforts to conduct business out of a building originally constructed in 1903, there were many updates done to restore the McMill building.

Nebraska State Patrol hunts fugitive across state lines

Nebraska State Patrol hunts fugitive across state lines

Nebraska State Patrol is searching for Jason Sitzman, who fled from law enforcement across state borders, with a search operation involving multiple agencies yielding only the recovery of his motorcycle.

Boomfest planning means trail closure in Norfolk

Boomfest planning means trail closure in Norfolk

A portion of the Skyview Lake trail will be shutting down in preparation for the annual fireworks display

Norfolk Economic Development Director wins Local Professional of the Year

Norfolk Economic Development Director wins Local Professional of the Year

NORFOLK - An economic leader in northeast Nebraska is being recognized statewide for her efforts. Norfolk Economic Development Director Candice Alder was named the 2024 Nebraska Economic Developers Association (NEDA) Local Professional of the Year, at NED

Health alert for two lakes due to toxic algae

Health alert for two lakes due to toxic algae

A health alert has been issued for lakes in northeast and southeast Nebraska due to toxic blue-green algae.

Man arrested after allegedly pointing gun at residents

Man arrested after allegedly pointing gun at residents

One man is in custody after he allegedly pointed a gun at a group of people at an apartment over the weekend.

One dead in accident near Madison

One dead in accident near Madison

One person was pronounced dead and two others were injured in an accident near Madison.

Two Northeast Community College officials considered for regional awards

Two Northeast Community College officials considered for regional awards

Two officials from Northeast Community College are being considered for awards in the Association of Community College Trustees’ western region.

Norfolk School Board discusses parental involvement in curriculum

Norfolk School Board discusses parental involvement in curriculum

Parental involvement, when it comes to their child's education, is feasible through the eyes of the board.

Norfolk Bar Olympics to honor 'those gone way too soon'

Norfolk Bar Olympics to honor 'those gone way too soon'

The Norfolk Bar Olympics is open for anyone to sign up. The event takes place on June 22.

Bright Horizon's executive director honored at Northeast Nebraska Family Violence Summit

Bright Horizon's executive director honored at Northeast Nebraska Family Violence Summit

Linda Olson, the Executive Director of Bright Horizons, was awarded the prestigious S.T.A.R.S. (Skillful, Talented, and Resilient Service) award for her outstanding contributions.

Norfolk man sentenced to prison for producing child porn

Norfolk man sentenced to prison for producing child porn

Estefan Bernardino Chavez, 30, from Norfolk, faced justice on June 6, 2024, in Omaha's federal court.

NWS reports severe weather for Friday evening

NWS reports severe weather for Friday evening

The National Weather Service has reported there will be severe weather this evening. 

Red Team hopes to go back-to-back for first time in a decade

Red Team hopes to go back-to-back for first time in a decade

It would mark the first time in a decade the Red Team has won two in a row in the Classic.

State treasurer touts savings plan's individual and big picture benefits

State treasurer touts savings plan's individual and big picture benefits

Tom Briese is spreading the word on how he thinks the NEST 529 plan could be a long-term boon for Nebraska

Drug bust over three pounds of meth ends with two arrests in Norfolk

Drug bust over three pounds of meth ends with two arrests in Norfolk

Authorities have arrested a Lindsay man in connection to a drug bust in Norfolk last year.

Cyclist crosses country on tandem bike to highlight human trafficking

Cyclist crosses country on tandem bike to highlight human trafficking

Naresh Kumar is biking across the country to raise funds for education around human trafficking.

Bloomfield woman to be inducted into Nebraska Rocks Hall of Fame

Bloomfield woman to be inducted into Nebraska Rocks Hall of Fame

Laurie Larsen's rich music history is being recognized by the NebraskaRocks Hall of Fame.

Public Service Commission awards $31 million for broadband expansion

Public Service Commission awards $31 million for broadband expansion

Thousands of homes and buildings in rural Nebraska will soon get access to broadband internet thanks to new grants.

Transformational project nearly complete with first two phases

Transformational project nearly complete with first two phases

The transformational Prairie Project is nearly complete with its first two phases and looks to move into phase three.

Valentine man wins national award for work on Niobrara River

Valentine man wins national award for work on Niobrara River

A Valentine man has won a national award for his work studying, protecting and managing the Niobrara National Scenic River. 

Years after landmark study, number of missing Natives in Nebraska has nearly doubled

Years after landmark study, number of missing Natives in Nebraska has nearly doubled

Despite lack of action on report’s recommendations, officials say they are making progress reporting and identifying missing Native people.

Outdoor sirens in Norfolk receives maintenance

Outdoor sirens in Norfolk receives maintenance

The outdoor warning sirens in Norfolk will be receiving maintenance.

Big Bang Boom seeks additional funding

Big Bang Boom seeks additional funding

The fireworks display will be on Saturday, June 29.

Nebraska tractor relay: Old machines drive new fundraising effort

Nebraska tractor relay: Old machines drive new fundraising effort

If you’re cruising down the highway this week in north-central Nebraska, you may have to slow down for a unique sight: a convoy of vintage tractors.

17th annual Landon Bos Memorial, help keep kids safe while biking

17th annual Landon Bos Memorial, help keep kids safe while biking

A memorial event in memory of a 7-year-old killed while on his scooter aimed to raise awareness for biking safety.

Faith Regional offers new procedure, first of its kind in NE Nebraska to help lower back-pain

Faith Regional offers new procedure, first of its kind in NE Nebraska to help lower back-pain

A new procedure looks to provide relief to patients with back pain and provide a same-day release for patients who undergo the treatment.

Olympic athletes host throwing camp, teach technique, life lessons

Olympic athletes host throwing camp, teach technique, life lessons

It is one of the most technical field events high schoolers compete in and throwers are always looking to improve.

Great American Comedy Festival to feature "Drunk History" retrospective

Great American Comedy Festival to feature "Drunk History" retrospective

Event to be hosted at Elkhorn Valley Museum

Stanton community breaks ground on new veteran memorial park

Stanton community breaks ground on new veteran memorial park

On Memorial Day, the Stanton community gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony of the new Stanton County Veteran Memorial Park.

Nebraska Governor confident special session will yield comprehensive tax reform

Nebraska Governor confident special session will yield comprehensive tax reform

Governor Jim Pillen to call special session sometime between mid-July and the start of the new school year

Teen injured in semi vs SUV accident near Pilger

Teen injured in semi vs SUV accident near Pilger

A teen was injured during an accident with a semi near Pilger.

Norfolk Area Big Give draws in funds, raises awareness for non-profits

Norfolk Area Big Give draws in funds, raises awareness for non-profits

Non-profits in the Norfolk area will accept donations through Wednesday from the community for projects in their organization.

Norfolk City Council presents TIF report

Norfolk City Council presents TIF report

The Norfolk City Council presented every TIF project so there is no more misunderstanding.

Mustang football stand-out receives two Power 5 offers

Mustang football stand-out receives two Power 5 offers

After helping his team to a 13-0 state championship season, junior offensive lineman Ren Brown is receiving offers from big-named schools.

Madison teacher accused of inappropriate relationship with student

Madison teacher accused of inappropriate relationship with student

Court documents allege the incident happened after a recent graduation party

Nebraska State Colleges Award Multi-Activity Scholarships

Nebraska State Colleges Award Multi-Activity Scholarships

Chadron State, Peru State, and Wayne State Colleges awarded the Nebraska State Colleges Multi-Activity Scholarship to twelve high school students at the Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) State Soccer Championships.

Fire causes more than $50,000 in damage to Norfolk home

Fire causes more than $50,000 in damage to Norfolk home

The Norfolk Fire Division estimated $75,000 in damages to a home in Norfolk after a fire on Saturday morning.

After 5 years without drinkable water, Santee asks: When will our tap water be safe?

After 5 years without drinkable water, Santee asks: When will our tap water be safe?

Kameron Runnels watches, frustrated, as a pair of Santee tribal members move a pallet of water bottles with a borrowed forklift.

Two 100-year-old World War II veterans, born on the same day, meet

Two 100-year-old World War II veterans, born on the same day, meet

Both Jim Black and Gerry Schumacher served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and were stationed in Guam at the same time.

State Treasurer Briese encourages Nebraskans to consider 'NEST 529' college savings plans

State Treasurer Briese encourages Nebraskans to consider 'NEST 529' college savings plans

The Nebraska State Treasurer's Office is encouraging Nebraskans to consider 'NEST 529' savings plans to help you pay for post-secondary education.

Summer reading program unveils new, more flexible format

Summer reading program unveils new, more flexible format

Enrollment for Norfolk's summer reading program is underway

Northeast Nebraska Primary Election Results 2024

Northeast Nebraska Primary Election Results 2024

Here are the current results for the primary elections in the northeast Nebraska area.