Culpepper and Merriweather Circus brings family entertainment to Pierce

The traveling one-ring circus stopped at the Pierce County Fairgrounds during its 32-week national tour

July 17, 2026Updated: July 17, 2026

By Oliver Begeman

Culpepper and Merriweather Circus brings family entertainment to Pierce

Regional

Norfolk adds two new AEDs at city parks

Norfolk adds two new AEDs at city parks

National health survey underway in northeast Nebraska

National health survey underway in northeast Nebraska

100-year-old Norfolk Junior High auditorium restored with help from community donations

100-year-old Norfolk Junior High auditorium restored with help from community donations

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

State

North Platte student puts landscaping skills to work at memorial garden

Lincoln man dies in Saunders County reservoir

Nebraska recognizes newest veterans at Welcome Home Dinner

Barista’s Daily Grind opens new location on UNK campus

New York man arrested for motor vehicle homicide after I-80 crash

JCH&L CEO Holly Wolff to step down in September

Sports

Community volleyball season starts August 27

Norfolk routs Lincoln Northwest in first ever meeting

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

St. Cecilia Softball Goes From Hunters to Hunted After First Championship

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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