The village of Comstock is inviting both residents and visitors to celebrate Independence Day with a full day of activities on Saturday. The day starts early with an 8 AM sand volleyball tournament, followed by the Comstock road race at 8:30 AM. '... Read More
BROKEN BOW, Neb.— Three patriotic benches now have a permanent home near the Custer County courthouse after a dedication ceremony Thursday morning honoring the service and sacrifice of America's veterans and the nation's founding patriots. The'... Read More
Brandon J. Fewkes, age 40 of Merna, was in Custer County District Court on Thursday, July 2nd for sentencing in his criminal case. After a plea agreement was reached with the State in May of this year, Fewkes pleaded no contest and was found guilty o'... Read More
WASHINGTON— FEMA has announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Nebraska to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires from March 12 to April 2, 2026 (Morrill, Cottonwood, Ashby, and Minor fires). '... Read More
The community of Oconto is inviting everyone to spend Independence Day in town as their annual celebration returns on Saturday with a full schedule of activities alongside America's 250th anniversary. This year's celebrating offers something for a'... Read More
SUMNER, Neb.— One of the area's longest standing Independence Day traditions is back this weekend as Sumner welcomes those near and far to town for a full slate of family activities. This year's theme, 'Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Future''... Read More
BROKEN BOW, Neb.— The Custer County Planning Commission continued the process of potential data center regulations on Wednesday afternoon during a meeting at the Custer County courthouse. The county is currently inside a six month moratorium that w'... Read More
LINCOLN, Neb.— Two people have been arrested by the Lincoln Police Department after a laser strike on an NSP airplane. The incident occurred Tuesday evening. At approximately 11:30 p.m., an NSP Pilot and Tactical Flight Officer (TFO) were performi'... Read More
From July 2-5, Merna will have their annual Heritage Days. Starting on Thursday, July 2nd, will be the start of Heritage Days with the Little Miss Heritage Days Pageant at the Activities Building Playground in Merna. The Alumni Golf Tournamen'... Read More
Visit Nebraska has announced that the 2026 Nebraska Holiday Passport is now accepting applications. The Nebraska Holiday Passport is a miniature version of the popular summer Nebraska Passport program. The Nebraska Holiday Passport encourages tr'... Read More
Nearly 50 people were in attendance Tuesday as the Broken Bow Planning Commission took up the question of zoning for data centers at a public hearing. A frequent topic of conversation, City Zoning Administrator Jacob Holcomb told the assembled crowd '... Read More
Broken Bow’s newest grocer has a new location. El Nopalito Multicultural Grocery Store hosted an open house Monday afternoon, June 29 to celebrate their move to their new store at 933 South E Street. The former Ollies Coffee and Boutiques locati'... Read More
Communities across the state have already seen tents and trailers sporting bright banners and signs pop up and open for firework sales. Many communities allowed for sales starting late last week, with ordinances wrapping up eligible sale times someti'... Read More
NORTH PLATTE, Neb.— Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested two people following separate pursuits Friday. At approximately 10:40 a.m. Friday, a trooper attempted a traffic stop in Thayer County, near Bruning on County Road 6300. The'... Read More
