Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday

An act of rebellion led to the forming of our country

July 2, 2026Updated: July 2, 2026

By Press Release

Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday

U.S. Senator Deb FischerCourtesy photo

Regional

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

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

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

State

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

Volunteers step up as Log Road Fire near Crawford reaches 15% containment

Kearney Keno one year later: New operator brings changes, debate over results

President Donald J. Trump approves major disaster declaration for Nebraska

Cheyenne County Community Center extends gymnasium closure to allow floor finish to cure

Historical Society hosts naturalization ceremony

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