A massive power line through the Sandhills won approval. It’s still going nowhere — for now.

Despite recent federal and state approval, construction of a controversial 226-mile transmission line is once again paused in parts of the Sandhills — the latest stumbling block in a 14-year battle.

June 28, 2026Updated: June 28, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

A massive power line through the Sandhills won approval. It’s still going nowhere — for now.

Photo by Andrew Bottrell for the Flatwater Free Press

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A massive power line through the Sandhills won approval. It’s still going nowhere — for now.

Regional

Community pool reopens after more than $800K in repairs

Norfolk to spread sand on chip-sealed streets after pavement issues

Omaha Community Foundation joins Nebraska Medicine under interim governance plan

West Point driver injured in rollover crash south of Pilger

State

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Ag & Outdoor

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