Norfolk church leader calls for community bell ringing to celebrate America’s 250th

A local church leader is calling on Nebraskans to loudly celebrate America’s 250th anniversary this July 4th.

July 1, 2026Updated: July 1, 2026

By Tyler Murphy

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Regional

City of Norfolk reminds residents to prepare for dangerous heat

City of Norfolk reminds residents to prepare for dangerous heat

Jury pool selected for Wayne County murder trial

Jury pool selected for Wayne County murder trial

New bronze statue at Neligh Mill keeps town's history alive

New bronze statue at Neligh Mill keeps town's history alive

How a search for a biological father sparked Norfolk’s newest apartment complex

How a search for a biological father sparked Norfolk’s newest apartment complex

State

Fire near Chadron sparked by cigarette; officials warn of fire danger

Ashland daycare provider charged with seven counts of child abuse

Lightning sparks fire north of Rushville

Upside Down Childcare to offer school supply drive to elementary students

Firefighters respond to fire at former electricity plant

PRCA rodeo Tuesday night at Cheyenne County Fair

Sports

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

Bobcat basketball misses 2026 tournament goal

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

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