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Ex-Nebraska Volleyball star Lindsay Krause announces engagement with best friend; Merritt Beason, Brooke Nuneviller & others send love

Ex-Nebraska Volleyball star Lindsay Krause announces engagement with best friend; Merritt Beason, Brooke Nuneviller & others send love

Former Nebraska volleyball player Lindsay Krause has announced a major life update. Krause, who now plays for the Omaha Supernovas in the Pro Volleyball Federation, revealed that she’s engaged to her best friend, sharing the news with fans and...

Nebraska Volleyball preseason events: Know Fan Day and Alumni match dates, ticket sales and more

Nebraska Volleyball preseason events: Know Fan Day and Alumni match dates, ticket sales and more

Nebraska Volleyball has announced key dates for its preseason events, including the annual Fan Day, Red-White Scrimmage, and Alumni Match. These events are scheduled to take place before the team officially opens its season against Pittsburgh at...

Dylan Raiola's sister Taylor flexes insane sea surfing skills in exciting beach vacation, shares cheerful snippets via IG

Dylan Raiola's sister Taylor flexes insane sea surfing skills in exciting beach vacation, shares cheerful snippets via IG

Dylan Raiola is one of the biggest young star quarterbacks in the NCAA. As a member of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, he had a stellar freshman season and looks poised to take another step forward as a sophomore. However, he is not the only member of...

A guide to Fourth of July travel

A guide to Fourth of July travel

SYSTEM. WELL, 6.43 ON YOUR 4TH OF JULY, WE’RE TAKING A LIVE LOOK OUTSIDE FROM OUR SKYCAM NETWORK. IT IS GOING TO BE A SUNNY HOLIDAY. AND AS YOU’RE CELEBRATING THIS 4TH OF JULY, NEBRASKA STATE PATROL WANTS TO REMIND EVERYONE ABOUT HOW IMPORTANT IT...

Holiday travel rises in Region 8

Holiday travel rises in Region 8

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Much of the country hitting the roads, and the Natural State is no exception. Many drivers found their routes taking them through Region 8. “We’re on our way to Omaha Nebraska, so we’ve been on the road for about five...

Nebraska is latest state to ban transgender students from girls' sports | OUT WEST ROUNDUP

Nebraska is latest state to ban transgender students from girls' sports | OUT WEST ROUNDUP

NEBRASKA Transgender students banned from girls’ sports LINCOLN — Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen on June 4 signed into law a measure banning transgender students from girls' sports, making the state the latest to keep transgender athletes from competing...

E. coli levels close Gremlin Cove Beach at Harlan County Lake

E. coli levels close Gremlin Cove Beach at Harlan County Lake

Brian Neben, Central Nebraska Today ALMA — Due to high E. Coli concentrations, officials at Harlan County Lake have closed the Gremlin Cove Beach. E. Coli levels are currently 365.4 colonies per 100 milliliters of water. Levels above 235 colonies...

The Great Nebraska Stampede

The Great Nebraska Stampede

From May 1 to September 30, participants can visit 70 unique stops grouped into 10 quirky themed categories like “Lactose Tolerant” (cheese and dairy), “Her Way” (women-owned businesses), “America’s Artland” (arts scene and creative districts) and...

'There Will Be Many More': Citing GOP Medicaid Cuts, Rural Nebraska Clinic Announces Closure

'There Will Be Many More': Citing GOP Medicaid Cuts, Rural Nebraska Clinic Announces Closure

The devastating cuts to Medicaid contained in Republicans' budget bill have not yet gone into effect but are already having negative consequences for American healthcare. Nebraska Public Media reports Thursday that the Curtis Medical Center, a...

Outfitting the West Since 1959: The Legacy of Ranch-Land Western Store | Building Nebraska 1 hour

Outfitting the West Since 1959: The Legacy of Ranch-Land Western Store | Building Nebraska 1 hour

In a world dominated by online orders and big-box stores, there’s magic in stepping into a place where you’re greeted by name – and so was your grandpa. In this week’s episode of Building Nebraska, we travel to Ainsworth to visit with Joe McBride...

E. coli detected in three central Nebraska lakes

E. coli detected in three central Nebraska lakes

KEARNEY, Neb. (KSNB) - Multiple lakes in the Two Rivers area have tested positive for elevated levels of E. coli, including Cottonmill Swimming Pond in Kearney, Harlan County Reservoir in Alma, and Lake No. 5 at Windmill State Recreation Area in...

Nebraska Volleyball's Harper Murray pens heartfelt note as Team USA player receives major honor for the second time

Nebraska Volleyball's Harper Murray pens heartfelt note as Team USA player receives major honor for the second time

Harper Murray recently showed her love and admiration for Olivia Babcock as the latter received the Division 1 AVCA Player of the Year Award. Babcock showed a remarkable performance, recording 538 kills throughout her Sophomore year. She also set...

Nebraska Football Offense Receives Top 25 Nod; Huskers Snubbed from Other EA Sports Rankings

Nebraska Football Offense Receives Top 25 Nod; Huskers Snubbed from Other EA Sports Rankings

Nebraska football's mix of new dynamic playmakers and returning second-year stars have put the Huskers on the map as one of the top offenses heading into the 2025 season. The Cornhuskers received a Top 25 offense overall rating by EA Sports ahead...

Nebraska Football Summer Position Previews: Defensive Line

Nebraska Football Summer Position Previews: Defensive Line

Summers are a time for fun. Long days with late sunsets. Sunscreen and swimming. Burgers, brats, and beers. Kids at summer camps and families on vacation. And, here in Nebraska, looking ahead to Husker football. Every Saturday this summer – now my...

Midas Hospitality develops hotel serving casino and racetrack in Nebraska community

Photo courtesy of Midas Hospitality. From the windows of the four-story Fairfield Inn and Suites and Townplace Suites you can see the horses thundering along the track at the Harrah’s Racing and Casino in Columbus, Nebraska. A short walk in an...

Popular Nebraska Shop Serves The Best Ice Cream In The Entire State

Popular Nebraska Shop Serves The Best Ice Cream In The Entire State

Nothing says summer quite like a scoop of ice cream, and across Nebraska, there’s no shortage of places serving up frozen treats. From family-run creameries to trendy dessert bars, locals and tourists alike have their go-to spots for a sweet fix....

Travel guide for the Omaha area: Friday, June 27

Travel guide for the Omaha area: Friday, June 27

Travel guide for the Omaha area: Friday, June 27 SYSTEM. WE’RE TAKING A LOOK AT BAYLISS PARK IN IOWA TODAY. LOOK AT THAT. THE SUN RISING. IT’S GOING TO BE A GREAT WEATHER DAY. LIKE SEAN SAID. AND AT A PARK IN OMAHA TODAY, THE HISTORIC MEMORIAL...

Georgia college town among nation’s top 25 by Travel + Leisure

Georgia college town among nation’s top 25 by Travel + Leisure

Athens, Georgia, home of the University of Georgia, has been named one of the "25 Best College Towns and Cities in the U.S." by Travel + Leisure. The publication highlights the town’s unique blend of campus energy, creative culture, and strong...

Kenna Cogill reveals why she chose Nebraska Volleyball after decommitting from Oregon

Kenna Cogill reveals why she chose Nebraska Volleyball after decommitting from Oregon

Nebraska Volleyball player Kenna Cogill recently spoke about the major reason she changed her collegiate commitment from Oregon to the Huskers. Cogill is set to take the field for Dani Busboom Kelly's side in the upcoming volleyball season. Even...

Writing our Own Greater Nebraska Stories

Writing our Own Greater Nebraska Stories

By Jarrod McCartney My hometown of Red Cloud recently celebrated a massive milestone: after years of dreaming and planning and nailing down the details on the revitalization of a historic building, community members gathered downtown to cut the...

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