The waterfowl population in the U.S. and Canada declined slightly from last year, including the lowest numbers of the two most abundant duck species since 1993, according to an annual report of the
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Volleyball Day in Nebraska inspired outdoor matches in Georgia, New York, suburban Omaha and elsewhere. Now, NU heads to Wrigley Field for the latest eruption in volleyball's 'volcano' of growth.
Hello, I’m David Hoffmann. Like many of you, I’ve been thinking a lot about our country, our communities and how we find our way back to one another.
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Voters in eastern Nebraska's 1st Congressional District might not see Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Flood and Democrat Chris Backemeyer debate after a fight over debate timing blew into public view.
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The remains of American soldier Robert "Bobby" Pierce, who survived the Bataan Death March but died in a Philippine prison, will be interred at Omaha National Cemetery on Tuesday.
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Take a look at photos from the U.S. Senate debate between Pete Ricketts and Dan Osborn at the Nebraska State Fair.
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Over 1,500 children in the Columbus area have received books through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, thanks to the Columbus Area United Way's general campaign and database.
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The Gering school board could set new boundaries for staff use of AI, including restrictions involving student data, grading and district accounts.
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Western bean cutworm trap data show moth flights winding down, with high 2026 populations and current scouting and treatment guidance for corn and dry beans.
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