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April 12, 2026Updated: April 12, 2026

By Peter Rice

Regional

Creighton Boys Golf makes history with second consecutive Class D State Title

Creighton Boys Golf makes history with second consecutive Class D State Title

NCN EXCLUSIVE: Humphrey native, SDSU Jackrabbit Jacob Sjuts

NCN EXCLUSIVE: Humphrey native, SDSU Jackrabbit Jacob Sjuts

CO2 Pipeline discussion packs Boone County meeting

CO2 Pipeline discussion packs Boone County meeting

Pilot safe after small plane crash near Blair airport

Pilot safe after small plane crash near Blair airport

State

Art, music and poetry create connection in downtown Valentine

Critics oppose Wyoming hydroelectric project, pointing to climate-driven drought crisis

Multiple ambulances called to Cargill emergency

Cruisin’ Night returns to downtown Sidney June 5 with new car show addition

Sidney police: Recent incidents not connected, investigation into white van continues

Kearney man recovering from injuries sustained after falling from Big Boy

Sports

Bynes Named RMAC Outdoor Field Athlete of the Year

Panhandle Storm teams sweep Holyoke

Sidney Vipers roll past Grant; Sidney Stealers rally for win

State golf roundup: Sidney finishes 10th at Class B state golf tournament

Lincoln East repeats as Class A boys golf champion behind strong team effort

2026 Nebraska, Kansas Boys Golf State Championships underway this week

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey

Feed supplies tighten for Nebraska producers as drought persists

Outdoor notes: Invasive Species Awareness Week is May 24-30