Principal roles changing at Kearney High, Horizon Middle School

Administration at two schools in Kearney will experience a shake-up ahead of the next school year.

February 17, 2026Updated: February 17, 2026

By Michael Shively

Regional

New leadership for Norfolk High tennis programs

New leadership for Norfolk High tennis programs

National recognition for local results: how Northeast Community College is fueling the work force

National recognition for local results: how Northeast Community College is fueling the work force

Man seriously injured in one-vehicle crash southeast of Stanton

Man seriously injured in one-vehicle crash southeast of Stanton

Younes shares vision for Kearney's Good Life District

Younes shares vision for Kearney's Good Life District

State

Benefits slashed: Nebraska disability switch leaves hundreds desperate for help

Gordon man sentenced for sexually assaulting children

HALT Human Trafficking Fund accepting grant applications

Woman dead, 3-year-old injured in Omaha Walmart officer-involved shooting

Indiana woman faces felony drug charge in Cherry County

Chadron State College sculpture dedication set for Friday

Sports

Potter-Dix boys, Ogallala girls claim titles at Leyton Invite

Kimball Junior High Track begins track season, setting personal records

Cougar notes: WNCC baseball sweeps Otero on Sunday

Eagles Wrap Up Series With Orediggers

Colorado sports notes: Padres top Rockies 7-2 for 4-game sweep but Nick Pivetta exits with stiff elbow

Russell slams three home runs, WNCC splits with Otero

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety

‘Worst-case scenario’: Fertilizer, fuel cost spikes hitting Nebraska farmers hard