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From Cucumbers to Korean Corn Dogs: Nebraska State Fair serves up tradition and adventure
Aug 14, 2025 / Jack Sheard
The Nebraska State Fair is known for many things — agriculture, entertainment, and community spirit — but nothing gets fairgoers talkin...
Heat Advisories Return
Aug 14, 2025 / NWS
Dangerous heat returns to the area Friday & Saturday Please find additional information and forecast details in our attached Decision Support ...
Crowd favorites and new surprises await fairgoers in Grand Island
Aug 13, 2025 / Jack Sheard
You don’t need a ticket to a grandstand show to enjoy world-class performances at the Nebraska State Fair. From gravity-defying stunt dogs to...
Pepsi Live Music Series showcases 47 Nebraska bands across 54 genres
Aug 13, 2025 / Jack Sheard
The sounds of Nebraska will fill the air during the 2025 Nebraska State Fair as the Pepsi Live Music Series brings 47 different bands and performer...
Tag Monarch Butterflies at the Nebraska State Fair
Aug 13, 2025 / Marcia Lee, Information & Education Specialist
GRAND ISLAND, NE – The Central Platte Natural Resources District (CPNRD), Central Community College, and the Grand Island Groundwater Guardia...
PSC Reminds Consumers of Town Hall Meetings in Black Hills Rate Case
Aug 13, 2025 / Deb Collins- Communications & Media Mgr.
Lincoln, August 13, 2025- The Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC) reminds consumersthat it will be holding virtual town hall meetings as part ...
McCook Public School's Jr High/High School Bond Failed Tuesday Night
Aug 13, 2025 / Josh Keenportz
McCook Public Schools jr high bond failed with 1,124 votes For and 1,929 Against for a total of 3,053 votes. Superintendent Grant Norgaard talks ab...
Carnival wristbands, new attractions at the 2025 Nebraska State Fair
Aug 13, 2025 / Jack Sheard
With new rides, returning favorites, and the unbeatable view from the Sky Tram, the 2025 Nebraska State Fair carnival is shaping up to be one of th...
Ag Experiences take center stage at the 2025 Nebraska State Fair
Aug 13, 2025 / Jack Sheard
From thrilling rodeos and llama shows to milking demos and mac & cheese contests, the 2025 Nebraska State Fair offers an unforgettable lineup o...
AG Hilgers Joins Amicus Beef Supporting American Cattle Ranchers
Aug 13, 2025 / Suzanne Gage Director of Communications
Lincoln, NE – Attorney General Mike Hilgers joined a bipartisan coalition of 11 Attorneys General in filing an amicus brief that supports cat...
Federal Operation Targets Nebraska Human Trafficking Ring at Area Hotels
Aug 13, 2025 / Amy Donato
United States Attorney Lesley A. Woods announced that five people were charged by complaint for a range of federal violations that center around th...
Nebraska Army National Guard Paratroopers “Attacking” Chimney Rock in Training Exercise
Aug 12, 2025 / Major Dustin J. Mckenna
Lincoln, NE - 08/12/2025 - Nebraska’s iconic Chimney Rock is the location for a Nebraska Army National Guard Training exercise this Friday, A...
Veterans Day at the Nebraska State Fair Honors Service, Sacrifice, American Tradition Special salute on Labor Day includes ceremony, parade, music, military displays, and more
Aug 12, 2025 / Jack Sheard
A dramatic display of military helicopters and vehicles will kick off Veterans Day at the Nebraska State Fair on Monday, September 1, as part of a ...
Nebraska State Fair to host Fiesta Latina Celebration August 31
Aug 12, 2025 / Jack Sheard
The Nebraska State Fair will host Fiesta Latina on Sunday, August 31, celebrating Latino culture, music, and tradition with a full day of entertain...
Tickets remain for all 2025 Nebraska State Fair events
Aug 12, 2025 / Jack Sheard
Indoor concerts, outdoor shows, motorsports and bull spectacles offer high-energy entertainment for every fairgoer With something for every genera...
Bobbie’s Bargain Book returns – packed with over $1,500 in Fair Savings
Aug 12, 2025 / Jack Sheard
Fairgoers can stretch their dollars even further this year with the return of Bobbie’s Bargain Book, now on sale for just $5 through the end ...
Attorney General Hilgers Announces Victory in Challenge to Illegal “Clean Truck Partnership”
Aug 12, 2025 / Suzanne Gage Director of Communications
Lincoln, NE—Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced resolution of Nebraska’s pending lawsuit challenging the Clean Truck Partnership. T...
Nebraska State Patrol Now Hiring Troopers
Aug 11, 2025 / Cody Thomas – Public Relations Director
August 11, 2025 (Lincoln, Neb.) – The Nebraska State Patrol is building the next class of State Troopers. Applications are open now at Nebras...
Nebraska's corn expertise helps crack code in journey to revolutionize agriculture
Aug 11, 2025 / Troy Fedderson, University Communication and Marketing
Lincoln, Nebraska, Aug. 11, 2025 — Experts in the heart of Husker Nation are once again helping the world unravel the genetic secrets of corn...
Gov. Pillen Appoints Durham as District Court Judge in 11th Judicial District
Aug 11, 2025 / Laura Strimple
LINCOLN, NE -- Today, Governor Jim Pillen appointed Chawnta Durham of North Platte as district court judge in the 11th Judicial District. That dist...
Drug Enforcement Administration Encourages Open Conversations on Dangers of Drugs and Social Media as Students Return to School
Aug 11, 2025 / Emily Murray Public Information Officer
OMAHA, Nebraska – As students across the state prepare to return to school, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Omaha Division is encou...
Local barrel racers to compete at Hastings rodeo
Aug 11, 2025 / Ruth Nicolaus For the Oregon Trail Rodeo
Hastings, Neb. – August 11, 2025 – Two local cowgirls are among the more than 150 contestants competing at the Oregon Trail Rodeo in Ha...
NDCS continues storm damage response
Aug 11, 2025 / NDCS
August 10, 2025 (Lincoln, Neb.) – The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) continues its emergency response plan following ext...
20 Years Later, Renewable Fuels Standard Is a Success
Aug 8, 2025 / By Rep. Adrian Smith
On August 8, 2005, President George Bush signed the Energy Policy Act into law. Among other measures, this bill established the Renewable Fuels Sta...
Attorney General Hilgers Secures Refunds for Around 300 Nebraska Businesses from Deceptive Business Filing Services Company
Aug 8, 2025 / Suzanne Gage Director of Communications
LINCOLN, NE – Attorney General Mike Hilgers today announced that his office secured refunds for nearly 300 Nebraska businesses from Fast Fili...