Falls City Falters in Fifth Inning as Auburn Advances

Falls City Falters in Fifth Inning as Auburn Advances

May 8, 2026Updated: May 8, 2026

By Ben Root

Falls City Falters in Fifth Inning as Auburn Advances

Regional

Man reported missing found dead after motorcycle crash near Osmond

Man reported missing found dead after motorcycle crash near Osmond

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

Dan Osborn submits signatures to qualify for Nebraska Senate ballot

Dan Osborn submits signatures to qualify for Nebraska Senate ballot

Norfolk woman faces multiple felonies after allegedly stabbing door 25 times, cutting victim with knife

Norfolk woman faces multiple felonies after allegedly stabbing door 25 times, cutting victim with knife

State

South Fork Fire near Crawford 55% contained; crews establish line around entire perimeter

Nebraska Attorney General among 14 urging EPA to classify mifepristone as water contaminant

Additional arrest made in Box Butte County homicide investigation after Sheridan County search warrant

Man reported missing found dead after motorcycle crash near Osmond

Welcome Home Weekend aims to showcase Cheyenne County pride, opportunity

Second family member arrested in Box Butte County homicide investigation

Sports

WNCC names Shayane Poirot has women’s basketball coach

Red stifles White for All-Star Classic win

UNK extends women's basketball coach Drew Johnson through 2029

Gary Sánchez hits first homer since April 14, Brewers complete sweep of Rockies with 12-4 win

Brewers score 8 late runs, stun Rockies 9-7 in wild 10-inning victory

Nebraska coaches share ideas and build connections during Shrine Bowl week

Ag & Outdoor

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey