Wayne State College names the Peterson family recipient of Inaugural Family of the Year Award

Wayne State College announced the Peterson Family of Wayne, as the recipients of of the inaugural award.

September 9, 2025Updated: September 9, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

Wayne State College names the Peterson family recipient of Inaugural Family of the Year Award

Regional

Pilger parents sentenced on animal cruelty charges, await update on seven children

Pilger parents sentenced on animal cruelty charges, await update on seven children

Omaha man cited after pickup crashes into creek near Pilger

Omaha man cited after pickup crashes into creek near Pilger

Norfolk seeks public input on e-bikes, scooters and other e-rideables

Norfolk seeks public input on e-bikes, scooters and other e-rideables

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

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

State

Valentine downtown sees new life as historic building is restored

Pilger parents sentenced on animal cruelty charges, await update on seven children

East Central District Health Department names new public health director

Two arrested after I-80 pursuit reaches 105 mph in eastern Nebraska

Vanderbeek charged with killing cellmate

Milling work to begin Wednesday on three Norfolk streets

Sports

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

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

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

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