Author Archives: Brian Neben
UNK faculty members recognized with Pratt-Heins Awards
KEARNEY - Three University of Nebraska at Kearney faculty members were recognized Wednesday with the prestigious Pratt-Heins Faculty Awards for their excellence in teaching, service and scholarship an...
Aug 17, 2023 University of Nebraska - Kearney (Brian Neben, Central Nebraska Today)
West Nile Virus found in Dawson Co. horse
DAWSON COUNTY - A horse in Dawson County has tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). Horse owners should work with their veterinarian to protect their horse against WNV. Horses should be vaccinated...
Aug 16, 2023 Tom / CC
Lane Closure: West 24th St., 15th to 19th Ave.
KEARNEY The City of Kearney Utilities Department announces the outside, eastbound lane of West 24th Street (West Hwy 30) will be closed from 15th Avenue to 19th Avenue beginning at 6:30 am on Thursday...
Aug 16, 2023 Brian Neben, NRG Media
Kearney CRA approves tax request for Younes Landing addition
KEARNEY - The Younes Landing project progressed another step with the approval of a tax request by the Kearney Community Redevelopment Authority during their meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 16. The hospita...
Aug 16, 2023 Brian Neben, NRG Media
ATVs, outlaw tractors and demo derby will thrill fairgoers
GRAND ISLAND - High-flying thrills and monster machines will entertain audiences in three outdoor events at the Nebraska State Fair. Admission to all three events is limited, so enthusiasts will need ...
Aug 16, 2023 Nebraska State Fair, Courtesy
Heat index climbs into 100s this weekend, next week
KEARNEY - The hottest weekend of the year will be on its way as the Heat Index is expected to climb into the high 90s and 100s from Saturday through Tuesday. An upper-level ridge of high pressure move...
Aug 16, 2023 Brian Neben, NRG Media
DHHS to distribute P-EBT Benefits
LINCOLN - The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Children and Family Services (CFS), Economic Assistance (EA) will be issuing Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) bene...
Aug 16, 2023 Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Courtesy
PCDC, Chamber offer support for BD employees
HOLDREGE - PCDC and the Chamber are teaming up to support BD employees affected by the recent announcement that the company is relocating its needle and syringe manufacturing lines. The Phelps County ...
Aug 16, 2023 Phelps County Development Corporation, Courtesy
BD moving 100 jobs away from Holdrege
HOLDREGE -BD, formerly known as Becton-Dickinson, in Holdrege will be relocated 100 jobs from their Holdrege plant, a transition which will be completed by Oct. 20. "BD continually evaluates its opera...
Aug 16, 2023 Nathan Forget / CC
Celebrate the new school year during UNK's Blue and Gold Welcome Week
KEARNEY - The University of Nebraska at Kearney is kicking off the new school year with a weeklong celebration. Blue and Gold Welcome Week features a variety of events and activities that connect new ...
Aug 16, 2023 UNK Communications, Courtesy
The annual Blue and Gold Showcase brings more than 2,000 people to the UNK campus for an evening of fun, food and entertainment. This year’s event is scheduled for 5-8 p.m. Friday.