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Ag Day Set for TuesdayAudio Icon, this article contains audio

Mar 18, 2024 / HC Ag Committee

(Grand Island, NE) – The Hall County Agricultural Committee will be sponsoring Ag Day on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at Fonner Park in the Sheep ...
Pete Ricketts Weekly Column

Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Prioritizing Flood Prevention

Mar 18, 2024 / Pete Ricketts

Five years ago this week, blizzards and floods caused the most widespread natural disaster in Nebraska’s history. The floods claimed lives an...
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Troopers Arrest Four After Pursuit Near Gretna

Mar 17, 2024 / Nebraska State Patrol

(OMAHA, NEB.)  — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office, arrested four pe...
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Three Arrested After Pursuit, Search in Lincoln County

Mar 16, 2024 / Nebraska State Patrol

 (NORTH PLATTE, NEB.)  — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from multiple law enforcement agencies, arrested ...
Adrian Smith 3rd Dist

Accountability for Second Amendment Encroachment

Mar 15, 2024 / By Rep. Adrian Smith

Since March 4, 1789, our Constitution has defined the powers of our federal government and bound the United States together. Ratified shortly there...
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GI Police Report

Mar 15, 2024 / GIPD

News media report for: 03/15/24All crimes reported in this news media report are felonies for the past 24 hours. For more information on repor...
Flag raising to honor organ donors April 3

Flag raising to honor organ donors April 3

Mar 15, 2024 / CHI

KEARNEY & GRAND ISLAND–This April, National Donate Life Month, CHI Health will pay tribute to those who have saved lives through the gift...
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Mike Becker Retires from GIFDAudio Icon, this article contains audio

Mar 15, 2024 / KRGI News

Mike Becker celebrated his retirement with the Grand Island Fire Department on Friday. Becker completed 23 years of service to the day. Chief Cory ...
City Of Grand Island

GI Council Plans Study Session

Mar 15, 2024 / City of GI

Meeting Agenda of City Council Study SessionCouncil Chambers100 E First StreetMarch 19, 2024 7:00 PM1. CALL TO ORDER  This is an open me...
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Nebraska State Patrol Encourages Safe Driving This St. Patrick’s Day

Mar 15, 2024 / NSP

MARCH 15, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)  —  Don’t rely on luck to make roadways safe this St. Patrick’s Day. Nebraska State Troo...
Taylor Wilson, an animal science major from Hastings, hangs out with some calves. She has thrived at NCTA with involvement on the Livestock Judging and Rodeo Teams. Watch for a video all about Taylor on our social media this week.

Celebrating Nebraska Agriculture

Mar 15, 2024 / By Andela Taylor, NCTA News

As National Ag Week approaches, it's essential to reflect on agriculture's pivotal role in Nebraska's economy and in shaping its identity and futur...
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Senator Ricketts Continues Border Briefing & Announces Mobile Office Hours

Mar 15, 2024 / Press Release

OMAHA, Neb. – Senator Pete Ricketts will be making campaign stops in North Platte and Kearney on Monday as he continues his Border Briefings ...
Nebraska Department of Education

Nebraska Educators Rising Recognizes State Leaders and Award Winners

Mar 15, 2024 / Nebraska Department of Education

More than 350 youth members and adult sponsors from 30 chapters from across the state gathered for the annual Nebraska Educators Rising (EdRising) ...
Nebraska Broadband

Nebraska Availability Map Challenge Period Opens

Mar 15, 2024 / NBO

March 15, 2024 (Lincoln, Neb.) — Today the Nebraska Broadband Office (NBO) announces the next step in its work bringing the Broadband, E...
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Troopers Arrest 35 Impaired Drivers During State Basketball

Mar 14, 2024 / NSP

MARCH 14, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)  —  Nebraska State Troopers removed from the road 35 impaired drivers during this year’s NSAA ...
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Work Will Begin on I-80, in Dawson and Buffalo Counties

Mar 14, 2024 / NDOT

March 14, 2024 (Grand Island, Neb.) — Weather permitting, work will begin March 20 on I-80 from reference post 254+80 to reference post ...
Nebraska AG Mike Hilgers Release

Attorney General Hilgers and State Treasurer Briese Warn Nebraskans about Tax-Related Scams

Mar 14, 2024 / Press Release

Tax season is in full swing, along with tax scams. According to the IRS, thousands of people have lost millions of dollars and their personal infor...
No New Taxes Nebraska

No New Taxes Nebraska Announces Opposition to EPIC Tax Ballot Initiative

Mar 14, 2024 / NNT

LINCOLN, Neb. – Today, No New Taxes Nebraska officially launched its campaign to stop the EPIC tax. No New Taxes is a joint effort of over 40...
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Ricketts, Blumenthal in Real Clear Health: Relying on China for Medical Device Production “A Mistake We Can’t Afford to Make”

Mar 14, 2024 / Pete Ricketts & Richard Blumenthal

The COVID-19 pandemic forced our entire health care system into overdrive. Physicians, nurses, and hospital staff worked around the clock, risking ...
Big Foot Conference Coming to GI

Big Foot Conference Coming to GI

Mar 14, 2024 / GI Tourism

GRAND ISLAND, NE: The 2024 Nebraska Bigfoot Conference will take place at Fonner Park this April 26-27. Moving from its location in Hastings, Fonne...
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GIPS Board Meets TonightAudio Icon, this article contains audio

Mar 14, 2024 / KRGI News

The GIPS Board meets this evening. For the latest news from the district, listen to Brian Gallagher's interview with Communications and Marketing D...
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Gov. Pillen Issues “Call to Action” Following AD Alberts Announced Departure

Mar 14, 2024 / Press Release

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has issued a statement regarding the departure of Nebraska Athletic Director Trev Alberts, as well as a &ld...
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NSF Board Meets Friday (2nd Revised Agenda)

Mar 14, 2024 / NSF

NEBRASKA STATE FAIR BOARDREVISED* Meeting AgendaMarch 15, 2024 – 1:30 P.M.Administrative Offices, Grand Island, NE1. Call to Order 2. Roll C...
GI Police Report

GI Police Report

Mar 14, 2024 / GIPD

All crimes reported in this news media report are felonies for the past 24 hours. For more information on reports, please contact Capt. Dean E...
Nebraska AG Mike Hilgers Release

Attorney General Hilgers Challenges SEC Climate Rule

Mar 14, 2024 / AG

LINCOLN — Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers joined a multi-state coalition, led by Iowa, in a lawsuit to block the Securities and Exchan...