Nebraska State Fair reports strong turnout, growth in 2026

Attendance ranked fourth highest among the seven fairs held since 2020

September 10, 2026Updated: September 10, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Nebraska State Fair reports strong turnout, growth in 2026

Regional

Willow Creek State Recreation Area campground to close for electrical upgrades

Willow Creek State Recreation Area campground to close for electrical upgrades

Norfolk Fire Division Hosts Annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to Honor 25th Anniversary

Norfolk Fire Division Hosts Annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to Honor 25th Anniversary

Nebraska State Patrol brings local agencies together for regional forum in Norfolk

Nebraska State Patrol brings local agencies together for regional forum in Norfolk

Nebraska Open celebrates 35 years, surpasses $2.1M raised for student scholarships

Nebraska Open celebrates 35 years, surpasses $2.1M raised for student scholarships

State

Vehicle destroyed during fire in Valentine

Grandfather, grandson killed in rural Cass County train crash

Train derails in Mitchell, leaving several cars overturned

Willow Creek State Recreation Area campground to close for electrical upgrades

Kearney man faces third domestic assault charge, $150,000 bond

Grassroots event seeks to cover Nebraska highways with symbols of unity to commemorate 25th anniversary of 9/11

Sports

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Dakota Wesleyan recap, Morningside preview

Huskers return home to upgraded Devaney center, excited for upcoming home games

GAME WEEK! Ohio preview on Nebraska Football NOW

New Faces in Key Places | Nebraska Football NOW

Sparked by return of Rautenberg, Milford cruises past Fillmore Central

Nebraska’s run game competition on full display in early season play

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