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October 21, 2026Updated: October 21, 2026

By MORIAH BALINGIT

Regional

Pillen and Walz Face Off on Nebraska’s Biggest Issues

Republican incumbent Jim Pillen is facing Democratic challenger Lynne Walz, a former state lawmaker from Fremont.

Norfolk Chamber opens larger haunted house for Halloween season

Norfolk Chamber opens larger haunted house for Halloween season

Rep. Adrian Smith introduces bill to penalize colleges that allow athletes with gambling violations to compete

Rep. Adrian Smith introduces bill to penalize colleges that allow athletes with gambling violations to compete

Norfolk’s police dog Kane retires after five years on duty

Norfolk’s police dog Kane retires after five years on duty

State

Woman airlifted after Norfolk crash, driver leaves scene before police arrive

Norfolk Chamber opens larger haunted house for Halloween season

Vice President JD Vance to hold midterm rally in North Platte next week

Local couple brings new life to old treasures through antiques business

Southeast Community College adds administrator

Woman accused of finding, keeping Omaha firefighter’s child pornography

Sports

Despite more good work on the ground, Doane can’t keep pace with nationally-ranked Northwestern

Crete’s state softball run ends after three tight contests

State Softball Championship Matchups Set

Sidney Wins Physical Battle in Alliance, 20-8

Pierce Wins the Battle of the Blue in Wayne

Chadron handles Bridgeport in final home game

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