Hastings kicks off holiday season with Celebration of Lights

Downtown Hastings welcomed large crowds for the annual Celebration of Lights, featuring a new Christmas tree display, family activities, vendors and holiday festivities to kick off the season.

November 21, 2025Updated: November 21, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

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State

Early morning power fluctuations linked to tripped relay

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Hastings kicks off holiday season with Celebration of Lights

Regional

Rollover crash near Norfolk leaves one seriously injured

Banging out science: Norfolk students bring STEM to life in annual event

Six coaches selected for 2026-2026 NCA - Hudl coaches of the year

Verdel WMA boat ramp reopens following renovation

State

Early morning power fluctuations linked to tripped relay

Ashby Fire reaches 97% containment; cooler weather aids wildfire efforts

PlantNebraska launches disaster recovery fund for replanting after wildfires

Sen. Storer talks brand bills in weekly column

Wildfire near Ashby destroys homes; neighbor’s late-night warning helps families escape

UNL student vanishes after driving from Lincoln to Florida

Sports

WNCC’s Lashley ready to lead her Anguilla national team in CONCACAF qualifier

Eagles Sweep 5000 Meters at Central Nebraska Challenge

Johnston hits a 2-run homer as the Rockies rout the Blue Jays 14-5 for their 1st win of the season

Cougar notes: WNCC softball plays tough against No. 25 McCook despite falling

Sidney boys, Ogallala girls headline strong showings at Ganser Invite

WNCC baseball splits with Trinidad on Saturday, Wilson breaks school record

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

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Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety

‘Worst-case scenario’: Fertilizer, fuel cost spikes hitting Nebraska farmers hard

Outdoor notes: Haag shares 100 years of Nebraskaland

Supplementing dryland wheat and irrigated corn with proso millet in drought years