RFK Jr. moves forward with Head Start overhaul, proposing to eliminate regulations for the early education program

RFK Jr. moves forward with Head Start overhaul, proposing to eliminate regulations for the early education program

August 6, 2026Updated: August 6, 2026

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Regional

Pilger community raises thousands for local pool at 24th Annual Sweet Corn Feed

Pilger community raises thousands for local pool at 24th Annual Sweet Corn Feed

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Norfolk City officials address resident complaints over unfinished road work

Norfolk City officials address resident complaints over unfinished road work

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

State

Five Nebraska cases linked to Salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeño peppers

Commissioners to consider 2027 mountain lion season

Gordon man tasered after alleged assault on law enforcement officers

Kyndal Reich takes home Pole Bending Senior Grand Champion

Nebraska Grazing Conference highlights farmer mental health

From a tarantula to a guinea pig, Cherry County Fair small animal show expands 4-H opportunities

Sports

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

UNK football returns to practice ahead of new season

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

Three Huskers named to preseason All-Big Ten Team

Nebraska Top 10 Volleyball Tournament brings new showcase, over 100 Teams to Kearney SportsPlex

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