Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

By the Nebraska Game & Parks Commission

June 13, 2026Updated: June 15, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Regional

NU President Gold says proposed 4.25% budget increase matches inflation trends

NU President Gold says proposed 4.25% budget increase matches inflation trends

Pilger community raises thousands for local pool at 24th Annual Sweet Corn Feed

Pilger community raises thousands for local pool at 24th Annual Sweet Corn Feed

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Norfolk City officials address resident complaints over unfinished road work

Norfolk City officials address resident complaints over unfinished road work

State

Overnight storms cause widespread power outages across south-central South Dakota

Valentine man arrested after report of man carrying possible handgun

Sidney Night of Hope Cancer Walk 2026 this weekend

Broken Bow takes steps to address Flock Cameras, future Data Centers

Fort Robinson Aquatic Center reduces hours

Arizona man arrested for Hall County sex crimes

Sports

Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

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