‘Give Like Dolly’ Helps Put Books in Hands of Nebraska Kids

It may be a long way from Tennessee to the Sandhills of Nebraska, but Dolly Parton’s impact on children and families reaches all the way to Bassett and Ainsworth.

September 23, 2026Updated: September 23, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

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Regional

Gov. Pillen declares state of emergency for Crofton after powerful storm

Norfolk School Board candidates outline priorities at Elkhorn Valley Museum forum

Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

Pilger children to remain in state custody until next hearing

State

Nebraska minimum wage will increase next year by 29 cents less than voters called for

‘Give Like Dolly’ Helps Put Books in Hands of Nebraska Kids

Gov. Pillen declares state of emergency for Crofton after powerful storm

‘Give Like Dolly’ Helps Put Books in Hands of Nebraska Kids

Regional

Gov. Pillen declares state of emergency for Crofton after powerful storm

Norfolk School Board candidates outline priorities at Elkhorn Valley Museum forum

Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

Pilger children to remain in state custody until next hearing

State

Nebraska minimum wage will increase next year by 29 cents less than voters called for

‘Give Like Dolly’ Helps Put Books in Hands of Nebraska Kids

Gov. Pillen declares state of emergency for Crofton after powerful storm

Damaged fiber line causes phone service issues for City of Norfolk

Kimball Visitors Committee offers grant opportunity to nonprofits

Norfolk School Board candidates outline priorities at Elkhorn Valley Museum forum

Sports

Michigan State Road Test Preview! Can the 3-0 Huskers Stay Undefeated?

WATCH: Nebraska Men's Basketball begins preseason practice

Blackshirts looking to force more turnovers in Big Ten play

Nebraska to open 2027 season at Arrowhead

Nebraska Basketball begins practice, with Sweet 16 season in rear view

Huskers turn to Michigan State after successful non-conference 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