Strong second half pushes Gretna East above Sidney at state
Strong second half pushes Gretna East above Sidney at state: Gretna East pulled away in the second half Thursday to defeat Sidney 54-41 in a first round ...
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Nebraska miler Berlyn Schutz breaks school record, Karsyn Leeling wins ...
Nebraska miler Berlyn Schutz breaks school record, Karsyn Leeling wins high jump crown
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Wahoo beats Sidney for state title in C-1 championship
Wahoo beats Sidney for state title in C-1 championship: Wahoo defeats Sidney 20-6 before 2,581 at wind-whipped Memorial Stadium.
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Lone woman in Omaha firefighting class has had a challenging year: 'We ...
Lone woman in Omaha firefighting class has had a challenging year: 'We always make it work'
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Key FactsJohn Gottschalk: A Life of Engagement and Passion
Nov 4, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • John Gottschalk, former publisher of the Omaha World-Herald, passed away at 81 after a lengthy illness at his Omaha home.

  • He joined The World-Herald in 1975, became publisher and CEO in 1989, and was known for his involvement in various civic organizations, including the USO and the Boy Scouts of America.

  • Gottschalk played a pivotal role in transforming the newspaper industry and supporting arts and education initiatives in Omaha, including the renovation of the Orpheum Theater.

  • He is survived by his wife Carmen, two daughters, a grandson, and will be remembered as a significant figure in the community and a role model for many.
Key FactsHonoring War Veterans in Nebraska
Jun 7, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • The sound of an approaching Huey helicopter offered hope to American soldiers in the jungles of Vietnam.

  • Nearly half a century after the conflict, Nebraska has at last erected a memorial for the Vietnamese war veterans.

  • The dedication of the monument was a poignant moment for veterans, family members, and visitors to pay tribute to those who served in the Vietnam War.

  • The striking depiction of the battle scene with the Huey helicopter and soldiers conveys the humanity and the trauma of war.
Lincoln Children's Zoo welcomes third spider monkey baby
Lincoln Children's Zoo welcomes third spider monkey baby: Baby bells are ringing at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo again with the birth of a spider monkey.
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Key FactsDebates Call Between Dan Osborn and Deb Fischer
Jun 4, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • Independent candidate for the U.S. Senate, Dan Osborn, has issued a challenge to Republican incumbent Senator Deb Fischer for four debates this year.

  • Osborn intends to hold one debate with Fischer in each of Nebraska's three congressional districts, as well as a debate at the Nebraska State Fair in Grand Island.

  • In order to meet the ballot requirements, Osborn's campaign must gather a minimum of 4,000 signatures from registered Nebraska voters by September 1.

  • Fischer has not yet responded to Osborn's call for debates, despite her participation in debates during her past Senate campaigns in 2012 and 2018.
5-year-old Sidney, Nebraska, boy dies after ATV accident
5-year-old Sidney, Nebraska, boy dies after ATV accident: A 5-year-old Sidney, Nebraska, boy has died of injuries he suffered as the result of an ATV accident.
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