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The Nebraska softball homecoming years in the making: How 5 seniors found their way back

The Nebraska softball homecoming years in the making: How 5 seniors found their way back

  • Amie Just Lincoln Journal Star

Playing at Nebraska, soon being recognized during senior ceremonies, wasn’t the original plan. But local standouts Bella Bacon, Jordy Frahm, Kacie Hoffmann and Lauren and Hannah Camenzind are here now.

19 years ago today: The Hallam tornado

19 years ago today: The Hallam tornado

  • Lincoln Journal Star

A tornado swept through Hallam on May 22, 2004, leveling most homes and businesses. Volunteers in surrounding communities including Lincoln came together to help with the cleanup. Do you remember?

No. 6 Nebraska softball takes Big Ten lead with rout of Minnesota, Washington loss

No. 6 Nebraska softball takes Big Ten lead with rout of Minnesota, Washington loss

  • Wilson Moore World-Herald Staff Writer

No. 6 Nebraska took control of its five-inning win at Minnesota with 15 runs in the final two frames.

WATCH: Nebraska high school students race custom, electric go-karts

WATCH: Nebraska high school students race custom, electric go-karts

  • LIVIA ZISKEY Lincoln Journal Star

Teams of high school students from across Nebraska raced their hand-built go-karts around the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's tractor testing track Saturday.

Rail hub to retail hub: Look back at Haymarket's transformation | PHOTOS

Rail hub to retail hub: Look back at Haymarket's transformation | PHOTOS

    The Haymarket district has been a focal point for businesses and restaurants in downtown Lincoln since the late 1800s. Look back at how the Haymarket changed throughout the years through these archive photos.

    New documentary explores possibility of serial killer near Omaha

    New documentary explores possibility of serial killer near Omaha

    • By Eric Ferkenhoff Lee Enterprises Public Service Journalism Team

    The bizarre mystery of whether Donald Dean Studey killed dozens of people and whether he buried them in wells near Omaha is the subject of a new documentary.

    Spike in Lincoln overdose cases may be tied to laced drugs

    Spike in Lincoln overdose cases may be tied to laced drugs

    • ALYSSA JOHNSON Lincoln Journal Star

    CenterPointe official says overdose trends can come in waves tied to drug supply changes.

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    Nebraska baseball drops battle with Kansas 9-7

    Amy Grant, CeCe Winans, Michael Smith to bring 2026 Christmas tour to Lincoln

    Amy Grant, CeCe Winans, Michael Smith to bring 2026 Christmas tour to Lincoln

    How the war over US congressional redistricting is playing out, state by state

    How the war over US congressional redistricting is playing out, state by state

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    Grand Island Senior High works to improve student attendance

    Grand Island Senior High works to improve student attendance

    In line with a district goal included in a five-year strategic plan, Grand Island Senior High wants 90% of students to have 95% attendance or greater.

    Gibbon plans to build new wellfield at golf course, will ask county for easement

    Gibbon plans to build new wellfield at golf course, will ask county for easement

    The town is asking the County Board for permission to use the utility easement that runs alongside Pawnee Road from the city to the golf course for a transmission main.

    Mindful doodling brings community together for creativity at Cottonwood Senior Living

    Mindful doodling brings community together for creativity at Cottonwood Senior Living

    Cottonwood Senior Living residents and visitors got to tap into their creative sides for a bit April 22 with mindful doodling, to clear the mind for ideas and memories.

    South Lincoln Mexican restaurant announces sudden closure

    South Lincoln Mexican restaurant announces sudden closure

    “After careful consideration, we have made the decision to close this location and focus fully on our original downtown space where it all began.”

    Nebraska pitcher Jordy Frahm named Big Ten Pitcher of the Week

    Nebraska pitcher Jordy Frahm named Big Ten Pitcher of the Week

    Nebraska softball pitcher Jordy Frahm was named Big Ten Pitcher of the Week on Monday. This is the third time this season that Frahm has won the award. Frahm went 2-0 with a 0.64 ERA in 11.0 innings.

    Husker Athletics to review communication following Zach Bryan concert weather delays

    Husker Athletics to review communication following Zach Bryan concert weather delays

    Nebraska Athletics said the "unpredictable and changing nature" of Saturday's weather added a new challenge for managing tens of thousands of fans who came to see the concert.

    Every Nebraska football player who signed as a undrafted free agent

    Every Nebraska football player who signed as a undrafted free agent

    The 2026 NFL draft saw only one Nebraska Cornhusker picked over the three-day event. Running back Emmett Johnson was taken on the third day by the Kansas City Chiefs.

    Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for April 28

    Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for April 28

    Read through the obituaries published today in The Lincoln Journal Star.

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    Shatel: Even Husker fans using heirloom tickets will learn to live with Memorial Stadium reseat

    Husker fans who've had good, cheap season tickets for a long, long time must learn to live tough-but-fair Memorial Stadium reseat, writes Tom Shatel. 

    'Awesome': Lincoln Southwest grad Maddie Rink got her chance vs. Nebraska volleyball

    'Awesome': Lincoln Southwest grad Maddie Rink got her chance vs. Nebraska volleyball

    When Northern Colorado announced it would be playing Nebraska in a spring volleyball match, Maddie Rink was convinced it was Chadron State. Nope.

    Nebraska women's basketball adds 6-9 transfer center from SEC

    Nebraska women's basketball adds 6-9 transfer center from SEC

    Nebraska got a SEC post transfer Monday who doubles as one of the tallest players in women’s college basketball.

    Nebraska AD Troy Dannen talks prep to host baseball regional

    Nebraska AD Troy Dannen talks prep to host baseball regional

    Nebraska baseball has completed all the administrative requirements to host a regional in May. Now the team needs to earn it on the field.

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    Have we forgotten how to live with reverence? | The Ethical Life podcast

    Episode 240: In a fast-moving world filled with distractions, it can be easy to lose sight of what truly matters. In this episode, hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada explore the idea of reverence — a quality that once shaped how people understood life, but now often feels distant or overlooked.

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