The Omaha streetcar is 2 years behind schedule. Businesses doubt they will survive to see it open

Omaha’s streetcar construction is disrupting downtown and midtown, and many business owners say they may not survive until the line opens

February 26, 2026Updated: February 26, 2026

By JEREMY TURLEY/Flatwater Free Press

Regional

Norfolk adds two new AEDs at city parks

Norfolk adds two new AEDs at city parks

National health survey underway in northeast Nebraska

National health survey underway in northeast Nebraska

100-year-old Norfolk Junior High auditorium restored with help from community donations

100-year-old Norfolk Junior High auditorium restored with help from community donations

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

State

Kimball County Sheriff’s Office welcomes new deputy

State Auditor finds questionable billing in $434M Nebraska waiver program

Colorado State Patrol investigating crash Involving an Amtrak train

Real Estate, personal property taxes due by August 31

Norfolk adds two new AEDs at city parks

Valentine police ask residents to keep goats out of city limits

Sports

Norfolk routs Lincoln Northwest in first ever meeting

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

St. Cecilia Softball Goes From Hunters to Hunted After First Championship

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

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