Arkansas will move forward with a ban on using SNAP for candy and soda despite recent court ruling

Arkansas is moving forward with a ban on allowing government food aid to be used for candy and soda

June 29, 2026Updated: June 29, 2026

By TRAVIS LOLLER

Regional

Jury shown body-cam footage and 911 call in Ruskamp murder trial

Jury shown body-cam footage and 911 call in Ruskamp murder trial

Nebraska competitors embrace home state feel, at NHSFR in Lincoln

Nebraska competitors embrace home state feel, at NHSFR in Lincoln

Uncle testifies against nephew in Wayne County murder case

Uncle testifies against nephew in Wayne County murder case

City of Norfolk reminds residents to prepare for dangerous heat

City of Norfolk reminds residents to prepare for dangerous heat

State

Permanent Daylight Saving Time may not actually happen

City of Gordon warns of dangerous e-bike, scooter use after multiple complaints

Bennington elementary student dies days after scooter crash

Malcolm blanks Loomis to secure fifth straight Class C Legion junior state championship

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Northeast Colorado

University of Nebraska Omaha students look to improve Valentine parks

Sports

Tri-City All-Star Baseball Team Prepares for Central Region Tournament

Malcolm blanks Loomis to secure fifth straight Class C Legion junior state championship

UNK athletes and Nebraska natives competing at USA Track and Field National Championships

Basketball all-stars balance competitive edge with fun, ahead of NCA Basketball Senior Showcase

NCA Volleyball All-Star game set to highlight the best high school volleyball in Nebraska

Hastings College Gears Up for Inaugural Women's Flag Football Season

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