As Pell grants expand, students see openings to afford short-term job training

Colleges around the country are seeking approval for a new federal grant program, Workforce Pell, to aid students enrolled for short-term job training

August 31, 2026Updated: August 31, 2026

By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH

Regional

49th Old Time Threshing Bee draws regional crowds to Northeast Nebraska

49th Old Time Thresher’s Bee draws regional crowds to Northeast Nebraska

Northeast Nebraska Walk to End Alzheimer’s moving to Johnson Park

Norfolk Oktoberfest returns Sept. 18-19 for 14th year

Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative nears opening date after raising $1.3 million

State

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

UNL unveils new Louise Pound sculpture honoring her academic and athletic legacy

Nebraska lawmaker, UNO professor weigh in on AI safety concerns

As Pell grants expand, students see openings to afford short-term job training

Regional

49th Old Time Threshing Bee draws regional crowds to Northeast Nebraska

Northeast Nebraska Walk to End Alzheimer’s moving to Johnson Park

Norfolk Oktoberfest returns Sept. 18-19 for 14th year

Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative nears opening date after raising $1.3 million

State

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

UNL unveils new Louise Pound sculpture honoring her academic and athletic legacy

Nebraska lawmaker, UNO professor weigh in on AI safety concerns

Pink postcard taxpayers ask where's the tax relief?

Warren Buffett gives up chairman title at Berkshire Hathaway in the next step of his succession plan

Visit Nebraska leader touts tourism impact, Buffalo County growth

Sports

Nebraska rolls by North Dakota 34-7, heads into conference play 3-0

Wayne State dominates first-ever game against Jamestown

Sidney Shuts Out Adams Central, Moves to 4-0

Holgorsen challenging Nyziah Hunter in practice

Big Red Roll: Reviewing the Bowling Green Rout & Previewing Week 3 Nebraska Football NOW

Shorthanded at middle blocker, top-ranked Huskers sweep Jays in I-80 rivalry

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