This rare Nebraska district backed Harris but sent a Republican to Congress. Can Democrats win here?

Just eight of 435 congressional districts backed a Republican in their House race and Democrat Kamala Harris in the 2024 election

August 22, 2026Updated: August 22, 2026

By WILL WEISSERT

Regional

Amanda Schultze to step down as Northeast volleyball coach after 14 seasons

Amanda Schultze to step down as Northeast volleyball coach after 14 seasons

Northeast Community College baseball could play at Field of Dreams for 2027 regional tournament

Northeast baseball could play at Field of Dreams for 2027 regional tournament

Planned power outage scheduled for Spencer on Oct. 16

Planned power outage scheduled for Spencer on Oct. 16

Norfolk Fire Division urges safe battery charging during fire prevention week

Norfolk Fire Division urges safe battery charging during fire prevention week

State

State record? Giant catch from new boat remains in the realm of lore

NU regents to consider increasing Project Health budget by $557M, extending president’s contract

Amanda Schultze to step down as Northeast volleyball coach after 14 seasons

Northeast Community College baseball could play at Field of Dreams for 2027 regional tournament

Planned power outage scheduled for Spencer on Oct. 16

Young referee hasn’t let impairment keep him from pursuing excellence

Sports

Amanda Schultze to step down as Northeast volleyball coach after 14 seasons

Young referee hasn’t let impairment keep him from pursuing excellence

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Mount Marty Recap, Dordt Preview

Can the Undefeated Huskers Handle Indiana?

Kearney boys, Lincoln Southwest girls win Heartland Athletic Conference cross country titles

Turnovers could be crucial in Huskers tilt with Hoosiers

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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