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Two men die in fall from Northeast Nebraska wind turbine
Two men die in fall from Northeast Nebraska wind turbine

Two men are dead after falling from a wind turbine in northeast Nebraska.

Michael Shively named Vice President of News and Content at News Channel Nebraska

Michael Shively named Vice President of News and Content at News Channel Nebraska

A lifelong Nebraskan and award-winning journalist, Shively brings years of experience in storytelling, broadcasting, and newsroom leadership to his new role.

Winnebago woman convicted of second-degree murder, faces life sentence

Winnebago woman convicted of second-degree murder, faces life sentence

A 49-year-old woman faces being sentenced to life in prison for second-degree murder on the Winnebago Reservation. 

Norfolk Jr. High hosts its first-ever robotics event

Norfolk Jr. High hosts its first-ever robotics event

Norfolk Junior High held its first robotics competition last Saturday, drawing an impressive crowd despite the snowy, cold temperatures.

Cold snap has potential for dangerous temperatures as low as 40 below zero

Cold snap has potential for dangerous temperatures as low as 40 below zero

With this record cold snap which is sweeping through Region 11 over the next few days, the wind chill values have the potential to plummet to dangerous levels, 20-40 degrees below zero.

Papillion man arrested for BAC four times over the legal limit

Papillion man arrested for BAC four times over the legal limit

Law enforcement in northeast Nebraska arrested a 49-year-old Papillion man after he blew four times the legal limit. 

Logan View/Scribner-Snyder wins tight C1-4 play-in over Laurel-Concord-Coleridge

Logan View/Scribner-Snyder wins tight C1-4 play-in over Laurel-Concord-Coleridge

With the season on the line, the Logan View/Scribner-Snyder Raiders surged late against Laurel-Concord-Coleridge for the 59-53 win on Monday night.

Christian Cross Festival announces concert lineup for 21st year

Christian Cross Festival announces concert lineup for 21st year

A popular Christian music festival in northeast Nebraska is getting ready for its 21st year.

The Village Flower Shop celebrates 51 years of bringing smiles with flowers

The Village Flower Shop celebrates 51 years of bringing smiles with flowers

Love was in the air this Valentine's Day as couples flocked to their local floral shops for their significant other. In their 51st year of business.

Behavioral Health Service continues to support individuals with mental health and addictions

Behavioral Health Service continues to support individuals with mental health and addictions

Behavioral Health Services has been a beacon of hope, healing, and recovery for individuals in Columbus and Norfolk for 32 years.

Norfolk high girls' bowling team dominates Class A 4-0

Norfolk high girls' bowling team dominates Class A 4-0

For the first time in Norfolk high school history, the girl Panthers are bowling state champions.

O'Neill man dies in single-vehicle accident Wednesday evening

O'Neill man dies in single-vehicle accident Wednesday evening

An O'Neill man died following a single-vehicle accident Wednesday evening in Neligh. 

Ruskamp deemed not competent for trial, no review hearings until he's deemed competent

Ruskamp deemed not competent for trial, no review hearings until he's deemed competent

There will be no future review hearings scheduled for Carl Ruskamp after he was deemed not competent to stand trial, yet again. 

School closings allow students an opportunity to enjoy a day of sledding

School closings allow students an opportunity to enjoy a day of sledding

After multiple schools closed, several kids traveled to Skyview Lake and enjoyed a day of sledding on the hills with friends and family. 

O'Neill hospital emergency room ready to reopen following explosion repairs

O'Neill hospital emergency room ready to reopen following explosion repairs

On Tuesday, Avera St. Anthony's Hospital announced their Emergency Department will be reopening. 

Neligh-Oakdale teacher surprised Milken Educator Award and $25K

Neligh-Oakdale teacher surprised Milken Educator Award and $25K

A Neligh-Oakdale High School teacher received the surprise of a lifetime today, as Governor Jim Pillen presented Dexter Hanzel with the prestigious Milken Educator Award.

Near head-on crash leaves two seriously injured

Near head-on crash leaves two seriously injured

Law enforcement in northeast Nebraska responded to a two-vehicle accident that sent two people to the hospital with serious injuries Monday afternoon. 

When times are tough, St. Vincent de Paul steps up to help the community

When times are tough, St. Vincent de Paul steps up to help the community

St. Vincent De Paul is a charitable arm of the Catholic Church in Norfolk, and devotes their time to provide the community with important resources. 

No visible injuries in afternoon accident near Norfolk

No visible injuries in afternoon accident near Norfolk

With an estimated three inches of snow blanketing the area throughout the day, travelers should brace for slippery and icy conditions.

West Holt comes back from 14-point second half deficit to upset #3 Summerland in GNAC title

West Holt comes back from 14-point second half deficit to upset #3 Summerland in GNAC title

With a GNAC Championship on the line, West Holt and Summerland left it all on the court on Saturday night.

#1 Elkhorn Valley's dominant defense leads Falcons to first ever GNAC title

#1 Elkhorn Valley's dominant defense leads Falcons to first ever GNAC title

In the first ever Greater Northeast Activities Conference title game, the Elkhorn Valley Falcons overpowered the West Holt Huskies 37-22 and stay unbeaten.

#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.

What’s Ahead for Reading, MA’s Top Eatery Post 1917 Discussed in New Article

What’s Ahead for Reading, MA’s Top Eatery Post 1917 Discussed in New Article

Portland, ME Restaurant Set-Up Advice & Employee Training Services For Success

Portland, ME Restaurant Set-Up Advice & Employee Training Services For Success

Reading, MA Chef Jason Carron Shares His Methods & Inspirations In New Article

Reading, MA Chef Jason Carron Shares His Methods & Inspirations In New Article

Staying Heart-Healthy: Cooking Tips & Supermarket Strategies

Staying Heart-Healthy: Cooking Tips & Supermarket Strategies

6 Ways to Use Wholesale Candy for Unique Party Favors

6 Ways to Use Wholesale Candy for Unique Party Favors

Sugar-Free Cocktails: The Future of Hospitality

Sugar-Free Cocktails: The Future of Hospitality

Warren Buffett offers lessons on investing in his annual Berkshire Hathaway letter

Warren Buffett offers Donald Trump some advice while celebrating Berkshire Hathaway's success

Lawsuit filed by 17 states against abortion accommodations in the workplace can proceed

Proposal to ban lab-grown meat in Nebraska gets pushback from ranchers and farm groups

Snowy roads lead to hundreds of Virginia and North Carolina crashes as Arctic air brings record cold

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WNCC baseball drops a pair of contests on Sunday

Leyton, Bridgeport learn district finals matchups

Eagles notes: Four women's wrestlers qualify for nationals

Bluejays notes: Ashworth has 20 as Creighton downs Georgetown 80-69

Saturday's local scoreboard, Feb. 23