Fundraising effort launched for Norfolk Freedom Point Memorial

Community leaders in Norfolk are raising money to fund a patriotic project that will feature a 122-foot flagpole.

March 9, 2026Updated: March 9, 2026

By Michael Shively

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Regional

Family surprised in downtown Norfolk with plaque honoring late mother, Jan Merrill

Family surprised in downtown Norfolk with plaque honoring late mother, Jan Merrill

Emergency crews respond to house fire in Oakdale

Emergency crews Respond to house fire in Oakdale

Willow Creek State Recreation Area campground to close for electrical upgrades

Willow Creek State Recreation Area campground to close for electrical upgrades

Norfolk Fire Division Hosts Annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to Honor 25th Anniversary

Norfolk Fire Division Hosts Annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to Honor 25th Anniversary

State

Election mailers causing confusion in Cherry County

A decade later, Sarah Root’s family meets agents who captured her killer

Downtown crosswalk design gets refreshed

Emergency crews respond to Morrill fire

Tiny Knox County town of Center celebrates 125 years

Two years later, Marty Jordan’s legacy continues to bring people together

Sports

Manaia Ogbechie Named Big Ten Player of the Week

Anthony Colandrea named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week

2026 MUDECAS Volleyball Tournament: Broadcast Schedule, Results

15th-ranked Minnesota-Duluth edges Wayne State

Sidney shuts out Gering, improves to 3-0

Hartington-Newcastle withstands 28-point deficit, weather delay for improbable win

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