Community spirit shines at Battle Creek's Marketplace in the Park

Part of the three-day Summer City Fest, the marketplace draws dozens of vendors and hundreds of visitors to Battle Creek Park.

August 15, 2026Updated: August 15, 2026

By Oliver Begeman

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Regional

Lightning strike destroys tree at Norfolk cemetery

Lightning strike destroys tree at Norfolk cemetery

Two arrested after Madison County road sign theft investigation

Two arrested after Madison County road sign theft investigation

The American Red Cross urges Nebraskans to donate amid national blood crisis

The American Red Cross urges Nebraskans to donate amid national blood crisis

Madison County authorities investigate road sign vandalism, theft

Madison County authorities investigate road sign vandalism, theft

State

Chappell community celebrates new airport runway, lighting

Community spirit shines at Battle Creek's Marketplace in the Park

Four tornadoes touched down Thursday in northeast Nebraska

Priced out in Lincoln: How the capital city became the state’s hardest place to afford a home

Fremont man sentenced to 29 years in federal child pornography case

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Sports

"First time in 12 years": Holgorsen praises fast-learning offense

Pro Athletes Highlight Husker Summer Grads

'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

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