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Orphan Grain Train looking for help to spread warmth with winter coats
Orphan Grain Train looking for help to spread warmth with winter coats

The Orphan Grain Train Service Center In Norfolk is making sure folks have the right clothing for the time of year.

Two deputies announce candidacy for Stanton County Sheriff

Two deputies announce candidacy for Stanton County Sheriff

STANTON, Neb.- Not even a full day after a northeast Nebraska sheriff announced his retirement, the race to replace him has already become crowded.

Nebraska town looks to give back with thrift store's unique mission

Nebraska town looks to give back with thrift store's unique mission

Logan Creek Vintage and Thrift is giving back to its community in an unusual way. Run by volunteers, the non-profit thrift store collects donations and gives all of its proceeds back to the community

Firefighters battle blaze at Wayne county farmhouse

Firefighters battle blaze at Wayne county farmhouse

Firefighters from multiple departments battled a blaze at a multi-story house in western Wayne County on Monday afternoon

Winter storm watch issued as snow and high winds approach

Winter storm watch issued as snow and high winds approach

Winter Storm Watch with expected snow and northwest winds up to 45 mph, causing hazardous driving. The area anticipates 4-6 inches of snow from Friday afternoon to Saturday evening, with possible whiteout conditions

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.

Leigh Native chooses a life of service inspired by his family

Leigh Native chooses a life of service inspired by his family

One Northeast Nebraska native is forging his own path in the US Navy.

Stanton Student wins NDOT Name-A-Snowplow, learns about winter driving safety

Stanton Student wins NDOT Name-A-Snowplow, learns about winter driving safety

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is adding fun into winter driving education. NDOT is in its fifth year of the Name-A-Snowplow competition.

Technical issues and harsh weather don't dampen spirits at Norfolk Hometown Holidays Festival

Technical issues and harsh weather don't dampen spirits at Norfolk Hometown Holidays Festival

Wind gusts up to 48 miles per hour were taking the reins during downtown Norfolk’s Hometown Holidays festival. Spirits were still made bright in the winter weather, where temperatures felt like 11 degrees with the wind chill.

Bishop Neumann withstands wind, defeats GICC 37-15 to win C2 football title

Bishop Neumann withstands wind, defeats GICC 37-15 to win C2 football title

One year after losing in the state title game, Bishop Newman can say they are the best in class. The Cavaliers defeated Grand Island Central Catholic 37-15 to win the 2025 NSAA C2 football state championship.

Norfolk's iHub nears completion, promising a hub for innovation and local talent

Norfolk's iHub nears completion, promising a hub for innovation and local talent

The iHub in Norfolk is nearing completion after three years of planning and renovation, including overcoming a setback with the collapse of the east wall

Wynot outlasts St. Mary's in D2 title game shootout

Wynot outlasts St. Mary's in D2 title game shootout

The Class D2 title game had just a little bit of everything, from 131 total points and explosive plays, to crucial defensive stops and turnovers.

Columbus school earns national blue ribbon award

Columbus school earns national blue ribbon award

St. Isidore School in Columbus, Nebraska, has received the National Blue Ribbon Award for its academic excellence in the 2024-2025 school year

Norfolk Elks and Northeast community action lends a hand to local veterans

Norfolk Elks and Northeast community action lends a hand to local veterans

The VFW hall provided a hot meal and access to vendors offering various services, throughout Norfolk

Carrie Jones sentenced to life in homicide Case, Jason awaits death penalty hearing

Carrie Jones sentenced to life in homicide Case, Jason awaits death penalty hearing

Carrie Jones received a life sentence without parole for her role in the 2022 Laurel quadruple homicide, where her husband, Jason Jones, fatally shot four individuals and set their homes on fire

AIDS Memorial Quilt Panels on Display at Wayne State College

AIDS Memorial Quilt Panels on Display at Wayne State College

Wayne State College is showcasing panels from the massive AIDS Memorial Quilt until Dec. 1, coinciding with World AIDS Day. Each panel tells a personal story of someone affected by HIV/AIDS, reminding us of the diverse ways people were impacted

Norfolk veteran overcomes PTSD head on, by leading fireworks team

Norfolk veteran overcomes PTSD head on, by leading fireworks team

Fireworks fill the night sky with color and sound that most people enjoy. But when Ben Uzzell got out of the military in 2014, he had severe PTSD and never saw himself being where he is today.

Wine prices up nationally, one Norfolk wine store reacts with smart shopping

Wine prices up nationally, one Norfolk wine store reacts with smart shopping

As the holiday season approaches, getting a bottle of wine as a gift might be more expensive than previous years. According to reports from Wine & Spirts Wholesalers of America, wine revenue is down 6.9% in 2025.

Norfolk native, missing since Vietnam, laid to rest in Arlington

Norfolk native, missing since Vietnam, laid to rest in Arlington

Missing since a Vietnam mission in 1968, the remains of U.S. Navy Captain Thomas Scheurich from Norfolk, Nebraska, were laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery

York man arrested for intentionally starting fire at Walmart

York man arrested for intentionally starting fire at Walmart

A 20-year-old York man was arrested for allegedly starting a fire at Walmart, causing its temporary closure, and has admitted to the crime, according to the York Police Department.

Chipotle to open first Norfolk location with drive-thru lane

Chipotle to open first Norfolk location with drive-thru lane

Chipotle is opening its first Norfolk location, featuring a drive-thru for easy digital order pickups. Chipotle is also launching its Chipotle U Rewards program for college students, offering bonus points and extra rewards

Norfolk man arrested after firearm incident during domestic dispute

Norfolk man arrested after firearm incident during domestic dispute

A Northeast Nebraska man is in custody on a terroristic threat and child abuse charges after allegedly brandishing a rifle during a domestic dispute

New signature triggers Epstein files release push in house

New signature triggers Epstein files release push in house

Epstein Files Transparency Act, would compel the Attorney General to make all unclassified records, documents, communications, and investigative materials in the Department of Justice's possession publicly available

First United Methodist church continues meal support after government reopening

First United Methodist church continues meal support after government reopening

First United Methodist is still offering free weekly meals every Tuesday to provide sandwich sacks for those in need

County Road 571 closed in Stanton County

County Road 571 closed in Stanton County

According to the Nebraska Department of Transportation County Road 571 is closed to through traffic

High-trafficked Norfolk intersection scheduled for repairs, set to close for a week

High-trafficked Norfolk intersection scheduled for repairs, set to close for a week

NORFOLK, Neb.- An intersection by the Sunset plaza mall in Norfolk will be closed for a week as crews repair the roadway.

Clarkson students lead touching veterans day ceremony

Clarkson students lead touching veterans day ceremony

Clarkson Public School students led a Veterans Day ceremony, honoring veterans and showcasing "Christmas for the Troops," a school-wide initiative to support active-duty military personnel with gifts and food during the holidays

Farmer drives flaming combine out of field, may have save acres of farmland

Farmer drives flaming combine out of field, may have save acres of farmland

A northeast Nebraska farmer’s decision to drive his burning combine may have helped prevent more farm land from catching fire.

Columbus launches world's largest bioethanol carbon capture facility

Columbus launches world's largest bioethanol carbon capture facility

ADM in Columbus has launched the world's largest bioethanol carbon capture facility in partnership with Tallgrass pipelines. They're capturing CO2 from the ethanol production process to transport

Laurel-Concord-Coleridge sweeps Oakland-Craig to book a trip to its first State Championship match

Laurel-Concord-Coleridge sweeps Oakland-Craig to book a trip to its first State Championship match

The "Cinderella Story" for C2's #6 seed continues into the title fight as the Laurel-Concord-Coleridge Bears sweep the #7 Oakland-Craig Knights (25-23, 25-17, 25-23).

Clarkson public schools embarks on $15 Million construction project

Clarkson public schools embarks on $15 Million construction project

Clarkson, Neb. - Following the approval of a $15 million dollar school bond, Clarkson Public Schools has officially broken ground on a comprehensive construction project aimed at modernizing its facilities and enhancing student safety. The initiative come

Woman dies after being hit by ATV while walking in rural Polk County

Woman dies after being hit by ATV while walking in rural Polk County

One person has died after authorities an ATV hit her while she was walking on the side of the road.

#6 Laurel-Concord-Coleridge knocks off #6 Norfolk Catholic on upset-heavy day

#6 Laurel-Concord-Coleridge knocks off #6 Norfolk Catholic on upset-heavy day

On a chaotic day in Class C2, the Laurel-Concord-Coleridge Bears add to the madness by taking down Norfolk Catholic in four sets (25-23, 17-25, 25-22, 25-22).

Chris Backemeyer runs in Nebraska’s 1st District Democratic U.S. House primary

Chris Backemeyer runs in Nebraska’s 1st District Democratic U.S. House primary

Democrats have another candidate in eastern Nebraska’s 1st Congressional District primary. Former U.S. State Department diplomat Chris Backemeyer. Both are vying to challenge Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Flood.

Cedar county crash claims one life, one flown to hospital

Cedar county crash claims one life, one flown to hospital

BELDEN, Neb.- A man is dead and a teenager is in the hospital after a crash near Belden Wednesday night. The Nebraska State Patrol says around 9:30 am on Wednesday, they were called to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 20 and Highway 57,

Norfolk nonprofits, businesses offer help as shutdown affects food benefits

Norfolk nonprofits, businesses offer help as shutdown affects food benefits

It is officially the longest-running government shutdown in our country's history. Pastor Will Perrigan with the Norfolk Rescue Mission says they have been offering three free meals a day for those who need them.

Norfolk PD breaks ground on $7M expansion project

Norfolk PD breaks ground on $7M expansion project

The Norfolk PD has commenced a $7 million expansion, approved by the City Council, to add 14,000 square feet, including new facilities and office space, with anticipated completion by 2027

Voters reject Columbus schools $43.6M bond proposal

Voters reject Columbus schools $43.6M bond proposal

Columbus Public Schools to construct a new intermediate building has been rejected by Platte County voters

Wausa passes school bond, moving forward with updates to sports facilities

Wausa passes school bond, moving forward with updates to sports facilities

A Northeast Nebraska school will be receiving updates to their sports facilities, after their school district votes to pass a 2 million dollar bond.

Norfolk city council approves downtown improvement plan

Norfolk city council approves downtown improvement plan

Norfolk Business Improvement District (BID) will collaborate with the city to make downtown Norfolk a more attractive destination for shopping and leisure

94 Rock hosting “Week of Honor” to help local Veterans

94 Rock hosting “Week of Honor” to help local Veterans

A northeast Nebraska radio station is hosting a weeklong event to help local veterans ahead of Veterans Day.

Columbus names Bret Strecker as new police chief

Columbus names Bret Strecker as new police chief

Bret Strecker, a 30-year veteran of the Columbus police force, has been named the new Police Chief. After serving as interim chief twice

Twin River public schools embarks on new construction following bond approval

Twin River public schools embarks on new construction following bond approval

Following voter approval, Twin River Public Schools is set to begin new construction projects

Columbus police department seeks new Recruits amid evolving law enforcement landscape

Columbus police department seeks new Recruits amid evolving law enforcement landscape

To attract candidates, the department is using innovative methods such as officers teaching at the local college, offering internships, and showcasing their advanced technology

Columbus trackside trunk-or-treat draws huge crowd for spooky fun

Columbus trackside trunk-or-treat draws huge crowd for spooky fun

The Trackside Trunk-or-Treat event brought over 1,000 costumed attendees to its downtown area. The event combined traditional trick-or-treating with a community dinner atmosphere featuring local food trucks

Columbus names Bret Strecker as next police chief, pending council approval

Columbus names Bret Strecker as next police chief, pending council approval

The City of Columbus appears poised to promote from within for its next police chief.

Battle Creek advances to District Final after reverse sweep of Wayne

Battle Creek advances to District Final after reverse sweep of Wayne

With Halloween just around the corner, the Battle Creek Bravettes fit into the theme, coming back from the dead in Wednesday night's Sub-District Final win over Wayne in five sets (15-25, 21-25, 25-21, 25-19, 15-10)

Genoa students fight world hunger one grain at a time

Genoa students fight world hunger one grain at a time

Twin River School students in Genoa are using freerice.com to combat world hunger by answering questions on various subjects, with each correct answer donating 10 grains of rice

Pilger Recreation Area to receive fully-donated pavilion

Pilger Recreation Area to receive fully-donated pavilion

A Northeast Nebraska rec area is getting a update that hopes to attract more people to the area.

Waverly man arrested after high-speed pursuit while high on drugs

Waverly man arrested after high-speed pursuit while high on drugs

A Waverly man is in jail after authorities say he hit multiple vehicles with his car and led officers on a high-speed chase through northeast Nebraska, all while high on drugs.

New daycare center set to open in Norfolk, addressing childcare shortage

New daycare center set to open in Norfolk, addressing childcare shortage

A new daycare center in Norfolk, the result of a collaboration between the Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative and First Presbyterian Church, is set to open in the spring of 2026, serving up to 71 children

Columbus considers quiet zones medians to help with train noise

Columbus considers quiet zones medians to help with train noise

The quiet zone is designed so cars can't turn around," explained Columbus Mayor Jim Bulkley. "They can't get under the crossing arms, and it becomes a barrier between two lanes

Gov. Pillen visits Norfolk, updates on McCook detention center

Gov. Pillen visits Norfolk, updates on McCook detention center

Gov. Pillen celebrated the opening of Physicians Mutual's new Norfolk location, praising the company's commitment to insurance and the enthusiasm of its employees. He also gave an update on the McCook detention center

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

Humphrey teacher honored with librarian of the year award

Humphrey teacher honored with librarian of the year award

Kim Bender, a teacher and librarian in Humphrey, has been recognized as both the Nebraska Rural Community Teacher of the Year and the state's Librarian

Stanton unveils new million dollar veterans memorial

Stanton unveils new million dollar veterans memorial

The memorial features kiosks displaying 1,500 names and faces, with room for expansion, and granite benches for personalized engravings

Norfolk resident starts project that highlights veterans in the community

Norfolk resident starts project that highlights veterans in the community

 One Norfolk resident is honoring community servicemen in a big way — and it’s getting a lot of support.

Norfolk Catholic and Pierce to meet in Mid-State Conference Championship

Norfolk Catholic and Pierce to meet in Mid-State Conference Championship

BATTLE CREEK - The Mid-State Conference volleyball tournament semifinals featured the top four seeds in the bracket in a showdown on Tuesday night, with strong performances by Norfolk Catholic and Pierce

NDOT partners with Northeast Nebraska communities for road safety

NDOT partners with Northeast Nebraska communities for road safety

NDOT Director Vicki Kramer is holding roundtable sessions with community leaders to address local transportation needs

Multiple fire departments and nearby farmers help fight 100-acre fire

Multiple fire departments and nearby farmers help fight 100-acre fire

Ash kicked up from a pig incinerator starts a 100 acre fire In Northeast Nebraska.

Gov. Pillen announces opening of McCook ICE facility at Sen. Ricketts steak fry

Gov. Pillen announces opening of McCook ICE facility at Sen. Ricketts steak fry

Governor Pillen announced the upcoming opening of the McCook ICE facility, repurposed from a former minimum-security prison

Rallying the troops, Ricketts steak fry event fuels Nebraska Republicans for election battle

Rallying the troops, Ricketts steak fry event fuels Nebraska Republicans for election battle

Senator Ricketts' annual steak fry discussed future goals, including agriculture, the big beautiful bill, and urging party unity while encouraging more Republicans to run for office

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.

Nationwide No Kings protest sparks in Norfolk

Nationwide No Kings protest sparks in Norfolk

Norfolk joined in on the nation wide No Kings protests today.

Project Homeless Connect continues mission despite venue change

Project Homeless Connect continues mission despite venue change

Project Homeless Connect annual event provides medical, dental, vision, and social services, ensuring every guest is supported by a trained navigator to help individuals succeed