Nebraska seeks temporary Medicaid work requirements exemption for Dawson County

Pillen directed the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services to seek a temporary high-unemployment exemption

June 5, 2026Updated: June 6, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Nebraska seeks temporary Medicaid work requirements exemption for Dawson County

Regional

$28.8 million dollar flood mitigation plan approved for Northeast Nebraska communities

$28.8 million dollar flood mitigation plan approved for Northeast Nebraska communities

2 sentenced in $45 million investment fraud scheme

2 sentenced in $45 million investment fraud scheme

Christ Lutheran School breaks ground on $1.4M preschool expansion focused on safety upgrades

Christ Lutheran School breaks ground on $1.4M preschool expansion focused on safety upgrades

Lawmakers demand Osborn fire campaign consultants, campaign says one already left

Lawmakers demand Osborn fire campaign consultants, campaign says one already left

State

Dan Osborn denies recruiting Platner amid controversy

Thunderstorm Warning issued for Logan, Philips, Sedgwick counties

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Logan, Washington counties

Roads temporarily closed at Wildcat Hills SRA

$28.8 million dollar flood mitigation plan approved for Northeast Nebraska communities

Central City welding camp doubles in size as more students explore skilled trades

Sports

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

Ag & Outdoor

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities