How new SNAP rules are being handled in local stores

If you walked into a grocery store here in Nebraska and try to buy a quick drink using your EBT card, you might not be able to anymore.

January 28, 2026Updated: January 28, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

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Regional

Pilger community raises thousands for local pool at 24th Annual Sweet Corn Feed

Pilger community raises thousands for local pool at 24th Annual Sweet Corn Feed

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Norfolk City officials address resident complaints over unfinished road work

Norfolk City officials address resident complaints over unfinished road work

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

State

Endangered Missing Advisory issued for 95-year-old man last seen near Gordon

National Weather Service issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Morrill County

Central Nebraska Veterans honored for Korean War service

Water line breaks disrupt service at Nebraska State Penitentiary

Bax sweeps goat showmanship at Cass County Fair

The Center partners with Sidney photographer

Sports

Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

Ag & Outdoor

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities