Buffalo County outlines weather backup plan for July 4 fireworks

Organizers say the community fireworks display will be rescheduled if severe weather creates unsafe conditions

July 2, 2026Updated: July 2, 2026

By Naydu Daza Maya

Buffalo County outlines weather backup plan for July 4 fireworks

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Regional

The man behind the boom, Wisnieski celebrates 30 years orchestrating Norfolk’s big bang

The man behind the boom, Wisnieski celebrates 30 years orchestrating Norfolk’s big bang

Norfolk Avenue to close for River Point District gateway sign installation

Norfolk Avenue to close for River Point District gateway sign installation

Norfolk man arrested after allegedly threatening group with knife at park

Norfolk man arrested after allegedly threatening group with knife at park

Pretrial hearing concludes for Wayne County murder suspect

Pretrial hearing underway for Wayne County murder suspect

State

State Patrol adds two new police service dogs, including Kearney-based K-9

Troopers urge sober driving for Independence Day weekend

District 47 Legislative Update

A Nebraska photographer rode his bike from Texas to Canada. He did it for the cranes.

The man behind the boom, Wisnieski celebrates 30 years orchestrating Norfolk’s big bang

Older and disabled Nebraskans depend on rural transit services. A funding crisis may force major cuts

Sports

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

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

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