Concerns over a Nebraska hospital show how a $50B rural health fund is coming up short

A rural Nebraska family’s lifeline hospital now sits at the center of a national fight over Medicaid cuts

April 3, 2026Updated: April 3, 2026

By MARGERY A. BECK and ALI SWENSON

Regional

Norfolk officer prepares seniors for ‘adulting' with real-world safety course

Norfolk officer prepares seniors for ‘adulting' with real-world safety course

Two killed in head-on crash in Madison County

Two killed in head-on crash in Madison County

Live music and local flavor return to downtown Norfolk

Live music and local flavor return to downtown Norfolk

Rarely contested Knox County Sheriff position draws three candidates

Rarely contested Knox County Sheriff position draws three candidates

State

Housing project in Gordon turns loss into new homes

Proposed event venue denied permit by Kearney City Council

Records show Ted Carter tried to get podcaster an NU job during his tenure

Community celebrates new trail in Chadron

Kimball Longhorns took home medals from Best in the West Tournament

Hay Springs athlete earns top honors at Best in the West meet

Sports

Lincoln East finishes under-par to win Beatrice Invitational

WNCC softball sweeps Trinidad on Friday

Haarberg Reflects on Time as a Husker, Hungry for NFL Opportunity

APRIL 24 (6:45 PM CT) - Columbus Fury vs Omaha Supernovas (NCN TV)

Mayor recognizes wrestling champion

Doane wrestler Cristelle Rodriguez captures NAIA and U.S. championships

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

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