Next UNL Heuermann Lecture to explore ag technology innovations

Next UNL Heuermann Lecture to explore ag technology innovations

The agricultural landscape rapidly evolves, driven by advancements in technology and entrepreneurship. The next Heuermann Lecture, titled "Innovations in Agricultural Technology: Cultivating Tomorrow's Farms," will feature industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators to explore the cutting-edge solutions shaping the future of agriculture. The symposium is hosted by the Institute of Agriculture…
MPCC Rodeo Coach Aukai Kaai wins Great Plains Region Coach of the Year

MPCC Rodeo Coach Aukai Kaai wins Great Plains Region Coach of the Year

The regular season of college rodeo wrapped up last weekend at the Cornhusker College Rodeo in Lincoln. Among the excitement of College National Finals Rodeo qualifications, the Great Plains Region bestowed honors on members and coaches within the region. Mid-Plains Community College's Aukai Kaai was named Coach of the Year,…
B-6 District Track & Field results with qualifiers for State

B-6 District Track & Field results with qualifiers for State

The B-6 District Track and Field meet was held in Ogallala on Tuesday with plenty of area kids showing well and qualifying for the State Meet next week in Omaha. The team district champions were the Sidney girls scoring 119 points while the McCook boys scored 111 points to take…
WNCC’s Donaldson signs to become a Black Bear at the University of Maine

WNCC’s Donaldson signs to become a Black Bear at the University of Maine

Amiyah Donaldson spent just one season at Western Nebraska Community College and in that one year she accomplished plenty. One of the biggest things happened Tuesday night when the 5-foot-7 guard signed to continue playing at the University of Maine. “I am going to the University of Maine and I…
Pillen seeks federal disaster declaration for Panhandle counties

Pillen seeks federal disaster declaration for Panhandle counties

Following the Biden Administration's approval of a federal disaster declaration tied to tornadoes in eastern Nebraska, Governor Jim Pillen has requested a similar declaration for Panhandle counties impacted by winter storm conditions on April 6 and 7. The most significant damage was to power systems, with the five impacted utility…
Kansas Farm Bureau to honor mental health advocates with Rural Minds Matter awards

Kansas Farm Bureau to honor mental health advocates with Rural Minds Matter awards

May is Mental Health Month, and in addition to Kansas Farm Bureau’s (KFB) resources available to farmers and ranchers who are experiencing stress at www.kfb.org/ruralmindsmatter, KFB is rolling out two mental health advocate awards to honor the important work of individuals who are dedicated to advocating for mental health in rural…
KNEB.tv News: May 7, 2024

KNEB.tv News: May 7, 2024

Today on KNEB.tv News: A massive solar energy project for Scotts Bluff County stalls after Commissioners vote against issuing conditional use permit Bluffs woman sentenced to prison following drug bust at Capri Motel City of Scottsbluff increasing funding for Interlocal Crossing Guard Agreement Gov. Pillen adds eight Panhandle counties to…
City of Scottsbluff Increasing Funding for Interlocal Crossing Guard Agreement

City of Scottsbluff Increasing Funding for Interlocal Crossing Guard Agreement

The Scottsbluff City Council has voted in favor of changing the agreement with Scottsbluff Public Schools and their Interlocal Crossing Guard Agreement. The two entities have had a standing agreement that they will split the cost of the crossing guards, not to exceed $15,000 per school year. During Monday night's…