Beatrice Big Blue Water Park Season Nearing Close

Final Weekend for the Park, at 12th and Scott

August 12, 2026Updated: August 12, 2026

By Doug Kennedy

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Regional

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Faith Health receives national recognition for stroke care

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NU President Gold says proposed 4.25% budget increase matches inflation trends

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State

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Judge dismisses lawsuit from RNC challenging Nebraska voter law

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Beatrice Big Blue Water Park Season Nearing Close

Tech Nebraska launches as independent statewide technology association

New Rushville nonprofit aims to expand youth sports opportunities

Sports

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

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