Thousand of dollars in grants given to Nebraska communities

Nine communities in Nebraska received grants for health, education and recreation.

January 27, 2026Updated: January 27, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Thousand of dollars in grants given to Nebraska communities

Regional

Northeast Nebraska Walk to End Alzheimer’s moving to Johnson Park

Northeast Nebraska Walk to End Alzheimer’s moving to Johnson Park

Norfolk Oktoberfest returns Sept. 18-19 for 14th year

Norfolk Oktoberfest returns Sept. 18-19 for 14th year

Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative nears opening date after raising $1.3 million

Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative nears opening date after raising $1.3 million

Downtown Norfolk begins installation of grant-funded festoon street lighting

Downtown Norfolk begins installation of grant-funded festoon street lighting

State

Lincoln man accused of stealing identities, enrolling people in college, cashing out student loans

Scottsbluff police officer saves infant’s life in choking incident

Third graders participate in Wellness Day in Sidney

Resolution to address Actus plant’s odor problems included on Norfolk council agenda

ISIS-K member sentenced to 20 years in Omaha marine’s Kabul airport bombing death

Nebraska counties got money meant to combat the opioid crisis. Some are spending it on Flock cameras and other police tools

Sports

Holgorsen challenging Nyziah Hunter in practice

Big Red Roll: Reviewing the Bowling Green Rout & Previewing Week 3 Nebraska Football NOW

Shorthanded at middle blocker, top-ranked Huskers sweep Jays in I-80 rivalry

CBS College Basketball Analyst Jon Rothsten delivers on happy hour promise

Lady Raiders Sweep Home Triangular

Bluejays Bury Bravettes in a Sweep

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April