Small town, big growth: Clearwater honored by the governor with state award

One Northeast Nebraska town best known for its rodeo is now earning statewide recognition for its growth.

April 6, 2026Updated: April 6, 2026

By Tyler Murphy

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Regional

Rep. Adrian Smith introduces bill to penalize colleges that allow athletes with gambling violations to compete

Rep. Adrian Smith introduces bill to penalize colleges that allow athletes with gambling violations to compete

Norfolk’s police dog Kane retires after five years on duty

Norfolk’s police dog Kane retires after five years on duty

Longtime NeighborWorks CEO Roger Nadrchal to step down in 2027

Longtime NeighborWorks CEO Roger Nadrchal to step down in 2027

Northeast Nebraska judge to retire after 20 years on the bench

Northeast Nebraska judge to retire after 20 years on the bench

State

Woman accused of finding, keeping Omaha firefighter’s child pornography

Suspicious substance found at Sen. Ricketts’ office in Omaha

Grand Island police K9 dies after being struck by vehicle

Doane student dies in Texas in suspected murder-suicide

Kimball cross country runner qualifies for State

Banana Ball World Tour coming to Omaha in 2027

Sports

Chadron handles Bridgeport in final home game

Unbeaten Stanton holds off upset-minded Pender

Lexington doubles duo of Neff, Diaz take #2 Doubles title

Sidney Lady Raiders Golf seeks to use state tournament as a stepping stone

Previewing Nebraska/Oregon with Ben Kaufman of the Oregon Accelerator

Norfolk forces seven turnovers, dominates Lincoln High

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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