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
AP nullBy HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH

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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

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

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

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

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

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