The Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA) has launched the Build Home Program, a new home loan option that allows eligible Nebraskans to lock in
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Heart of the Hills
March 12, 2026, is a day that will not soon be forgotten by those of us that call the sandhills of western Nebraska home.
OFW Sites, WMAs Impacted by Fires Closed
Open Fields and Waters public walk-in access properties and wildlife management areas affected by wildfires are closed by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
Regional West Physicians Clinic Opens Rheumatology Clinic and Welcomes Board Certified Rheumatologist Robert Freilich, MD, PhD
Regional West Physicians Clinic-Rheumatology clinic has opened and sees patients age 19 and older through physician referral. Located in Regional West Medical Plaza South,
Fire Response Resources
A list of individuals requesting assistance and those offering donations is now available on the Nebraska Department of Agriculture’s website: https://nda.nebraska.gov/disasterresources under ‘available and
Concordia University, Nebraska’s Esports Fall 2025 Season Wrap-Up
Concordia University, Nebraska’s esports team participated in five competitions in Fall 2025: Super Smash Bros, League of Legends, Overwatch, Rocket League and Marvel Rivals.
Game and Parks Urges Caution When Recreating Outdoors Due to Wildfires
Outdoor enthusiasts are advised to use extreme caution across the state due to dry conditions and wildfire risk. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
Gov. Pillen Signs Executive Order for Assistance with Ag Supplies for the State of Nebraska
Due to the Nebraska wildfires that have severely impacted livestock feed and supplies within the state of Nebraska, Governor Jim Pillen has issued an
Mountain Lion Season Closed
Two adult male mountain lions were harvested March 16 during the Pine Ridge Unit Auxiliary Season, meeting the overall limit of 12 and closing
Trade Winds
In the days before steam and diesel ship engines, sailors relied on the wind to fill the great sails to push the ships to