UNMC tour emphasizes doctor and nurse shortages in rural Nebraska

UNMC’s new chancellor is taking to the highway to address a critical healthcare workforce shortage gripping rural Nebraska.

July 15, 2026Updated: July 15, 2026

By Tyler Murphy

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Regional

UNMC tour emphasizes doctor and nurse shortages in rural Nebraska

UNMC tour emphasizes doctor and nurse shortages in rural Nebraska

Troopers Conduct Local Truck Inspections in Madison County

Troopers Conduct Local Truck Inspections in Madison County

FBI seeks public's help in Isanti Community School abuse investigation

FBI seeks public's help in Isanti Community School abuse investigation

$28.8 million dollar flood mitigation plan approved for Northeast Nebraska communities

$28.8 million dollar flood mitigation plan approved for Northeast Nebraska communities

State

Potter residents transported to hospital following one-vehicle accident

UNMC tour emphasizes doctor and nurse shortages in rural Nebraska

Lincoln woman accused in death of 4-month-old found competent for trial

Nebraska nurses disciplined for violations at Omaha hospice service

ATV riders cruise through rural Clatonia in third summer Fire Ride, a unique community collaboration

Young moms fight to reopen city pool

Sports

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

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

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