Thursday, May 23 2013 12:45 AM EDT2013-05-23 04:45:16 GMT
Troubles at oil refineries are pushing gas prices higher in the Midwest. The shortages are expected to pump prices nationwide, and a little more for Nebraska. This week gas prices spiked and some areasMore >>
Troubles at oil refineries are pushing gas prices higher in the Midwest. The shortages are expected to pump prices nationwide, and a little more for Nebraska. This week gas prices spiked and some areasMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:41 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:41:31 GMT
Central Nebraska's volunteers are working to send all the help they can to tornado relief efforts for the victims of the Oklahoma tornado. Trucks and volunteers around the state are flowing into devastatedMore >>
Central Nebraska's volunteers are working to send all the help they can to tornado relief efforts for the victims of the Oklahoma tornado. Trucks and volunteers around the state are flowing into devastatedMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:25 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:25:23 GMT
With their eyes on a $125 million dollar prize, the tri–cities compete for a new veterans home. Each city's sales pitch for a new veterans home is under wraps. But, but in theory, communication fromMore >>
With their eyes on a $125 million dollar prize, the tri–cities compete for a new veterans home. NTV has obtained emails from the three cities, revealing one has been working on its proposal longer than the others.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:28:49 GMT
Here is a list that we here at NTV News have compiled based on information that has been sent to us through email and social media for those interested in lending a hand:More >>
Here is a list that we here at NTV News have compiled based on information that has been sent to us through email and social media for those interested in lending a hand:More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:34:22 GMT
A "comfort" dog from Cairo, Neb. is heading south to help victims of Monday's massive tornado that killed 24 people -- including 10 children -- in Moore, Okla.More >>
A "comfort" dog from Cairo, Neb. is heading south to help victims of Monday's massive tornado that killed 24 people -- including 10 children -- in Moore, Okla.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:58 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:58:27 GMT
In Central Nebraska it's never shocking to see wood ticks out this time of the year. But due to wetter conditions and a higher volume of ticks, tick related illnesses can also be more common. The CentersMore >>
In Central Nebraska it's never shocking to see wood ticks out this time of the year. But due to wetter conditions and a higher volume of ticks, tick related illnesses can also be more common. The CentersMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:22 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:22:02 GMT
Courtesy: AAA, 05-20-13
The national average price of gasoline has increase almost 10 cents a gallon in just the past week, but the nation's heartland is seeing the biggest uptick thanks to refinery maintenance and tight supply.More >>
The national average price of gasoline has increase almost 10 cents a gallon in just the past week, but the nation's heartland is seeing the biggest uptick thanks to refinery maintenance and tight supply.More >>
As heartbroken people everywhere grieve the deaths of the young elementary school students killed in Monday's devastating twisters in Oklahoma, many parents are asking how safe their child's school is.More >>
As heartbroken people everywhere grieve the deaths of the young elementary school students killed in Monday's devastating twisters in Oklahoma, many parents are asking how safe their child's school is, and what can be done to protect our kids.More >>
Police say 43-year-old Clarence Edwards II punched a 21-year-old woman in the face during a parking lot confrontation. Edwards then threatened her and another woman with a machete.More >>
Police say 43-year-old Clarence Edwards II punched a 21-year-old woman in the face during a parking lot confrontation. Edwards then threatened her and another woman with a machete.More >>
Heineman said, "Offering $200,000 of taxpayer funds to an Omaha-based golf event, that is already heavily supported by the private sector and experiencing record ticket sales, is not justifiable."More >>
Heineman said, "Offering $200,000 of taxpayer funds to an Omaha-based golf event, that is already heavily supported by the private sector and experiencing record ticket sales, is not justifiable."More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:02 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:02:23 GMT
The City of Kearney Park and Recreation Department would like to remind the public that the Harmon and Centennial Park Pools will be opening soon.More >>
The City of Kearney Park and Recreation Department would like to remind the public that the Harmon and Centennial Park Pools will be opening soon.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:58 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:58:41 GMT
A recent study in the journal Pediatrics found that most hydrocarbon-related incidents occurred in children aged one- to two-years. Packaging can look like juices and sports drinks.More >>
A recent study in the journal Pediatrics found that most hydrocarbon-related incidents occurred in children aged one- to two-years. Packaging can look like juices and sports drinks.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:30 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:30:02 GMT
During National Safe Boating Week, the Hastings YMCA offers free classes daily for youth ages six to 13 to teach them about all aspects of water safety.More >>
During National Safe Boating Week, the Hastings YMCA offers free classes daily for youth ages six to 13 to teach them about all aspects of water safety.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:45 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:45:44 GMT
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hall County Extension Office has all sorts of educational opportunities available to youth during the summer months.More >>
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hall County Extension Office has all sorts of educational opportunities available to youth during the summer months.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:46:43 GMT
Construction zone season is just around the corner. And although the signs for reduced speeds or detours can be frustrating for may drivers, the Nebraska Department of Roads is reminding drivers...More >>
Construction zone season is just around the corner. And although the signs for reduced speeds or detours can be frustrating for may drivers, the Nebraska Department of Roads is reminding drivers to remain slow and cautious.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:41 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:41:11 GMT
Donald Warfield
A 70-year-old registered sex offender will be going back to prison after being sentenced in Lincoln County District Court on a new charge of sexually assaulting a child.More >>
A 70-year-old registered sex offender will be going back to prison after being sentenced in Lincoln County District Court on a new charge of sexually assaulting a child.More >>
Done in by a paper trail, Rick Sheehy was on his way to becoming Nebraska's next governor. Until the Omaha World-Herald asked for his phone records, showing a pattern of indiscretions. But you don't haveMore >>
In Nebraska, we're all considered watchdogs holding public officials responsible. But do you know your rights to attend public meetings and request public records?More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:31:53 GMT
A Hemingford, Neb., woman is facing up to five years behind bars for helping her boyfriend hide the body of a Denver man he murdered months before he held up an Alliance drugstore, and was killed by police.More >>
A Hemingford, Neb., woman is facing up to five years behind bars for helping her boyfriend hide the body of a Denver man he murdered months before he held up an Alliance drugstore, and was killed by police.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 4:29 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:29:07 GMT
Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt is warning about the possibility that scammers might take advantage summer's severe storms and the mess they make to offer fraudulent cleanup services.More >>
Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt is warning about the possibility that scammers might take advantage summer's severe storms and the mess they make to offer fraudulent cleanup services.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 3:54 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:54:16 GMT
The Nebraska Admirals Association is hosting a donor appreciation event for all the businesses and organizations that help provide meals and entertainment for sailors from the U.S.S. Nebraska who want to check...More >>
The Nebraska Admirals Association is hosting a donor appreciation event for all the businesses and organizations that help provide meals and entertainment for sailors from the U.S.S. Nebraska who want to check the state out.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 2:27 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:27:30 GMT
Aslin Nabarro
A 41-year-old Grand Island man accused of stabbing his estranged girlfriend outside of church last Friday made his first court appearance on Monday.More >>
A 41-year-old Grand Island man accused of stabbing his estranged girlfriend outside of church last Friday made his first court appearance on Monday.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 12:01 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:01:13 GMT
After seeing an increase in roadway fatalities in 2012 and nearly as many deaths already on the books in 2013, Gov. Dave Heineman, Nebraska State Patrol and... More >>
After seeing an increase in roadway fatalities in 2012 and nearly as many deaths already on the books in 2013, Gov. Dave Heineman, Nebraska State Patrol and the Nebraska Department of Roads are joining together to promote safe travel and the Click It or Ticket program.More >>
Nearly 500 students graduated from Grand Island Senior High School in the class of 2013 over the weekend -- walking in the ceremony at the Heartland Events Center Sunday to accept their diplomas. More >>
Nearly 500 students graduated from Grand Island Senior High School in the class of 2013 over the weekend -- walking in the ceremony at the Heartland Events Center Sunday to accept their diplomas. More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:20 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:20:10 GMT
A 20-year-old Hemingford woman has pleaded guilty to being involved with the death of Denver man whose remains were found in a remote area south of Chadron last year.More >>
A 20-year-old Hemingford woman has pleaded guilty to being involved with the death of Denver man whose remains were found in a remote area south of Chadron last year.More >>
One half of a duo charged with selling methamphetamine out of the Kearney trailer they shared with their five kids has had her case continued for a second time.More >>
One half of a duo charged with selling methamphetamine out of the Kearney trailer they shared with their five kids has had her case continued for a second time.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 9:50 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:50:45 GMT
Kearney celebrates homegrown talent, as the artistry of music, wine making and food marks the unofficial kickoff to summer. Flowing spirits and soothing melodies are all part of the 6th annual NebraskaMore >>
Nebraska Wine and Jazz Festival fundraiser promotes state's homegrown wineries, musicians and agri-tourism.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 4:26 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:26:59 GMT
As summer approaches, the American Red Cross is urging individuals everywhere to keep severe weather on their minds and come up with a plan for when it strikes.More >>
As summer approaches, the American Red Cross is urging individuals everywhere to keep severe weather on their minds and come up with a plan for when it strikes.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 3:49 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:49:06 GMT
Ag Processing Inc. has announced that its corn processing plant in Hastings will be closed permanently due to "challenging economic conditions."More >>
Ag Processing Inc. has announced that its corn processing plant in Hastings will be closed permanently due to "challenging economic conditions."More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 3:06 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:06:35 GMT
The Nebraska Health Ministries Network Conference, featuring motivational comedian Bobby Henline, will be May 30-31 at Peace Lutheran Church, 1710 N. North Rd., in Grand Island.More >>
The Nebraska Health Ministries Network Conference, featuring motivational comedian Bobby Henline, will be May 30-31 at Peace Lutheran Church, 1710 N. North Rd., in Grand Island.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 12:14 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:14:34 GMT
The Nebraska Department of Labor's preliminary unemployment rate shows that April's unemployment rate fell to a level that had not been seen since November of 2008.More >>
The Nebraska Department of Labor's preliminary unemployment rate shows that April's unemployment rate fell to a level that had not been seen since November of 2008.More >>
Two of the area's top employers seek incentives to create more than a hundred new jobs, in a dream scenario for Grand Island's economic development director as he moves on to a new position.More >>
Two of the area's top employers seek incentives to create more than a hundred new jobs, in a dream scenario for Grand Island's economic development director as he moves on to a new position.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:55 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:55:38 GMT
Officials with McCook's Community Hospital broke ground for a new Radiation Oncology Center on Tuesday, even as temperatures reached into the triple digits.More >>
Officials with McCook's Community Hospital broke ground for a new Radiation Oncology Center on Tuesday, even as temperatures reached into the triple digits.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:54 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:54:44 GMT
Sharon and Lanny Martin
The Stuhr Museum Foundation has announced a recent million dollar donation made towards the "Gem of the Prairie" campaign, bringing the foundation close to its $7 million goal.More >>
The Stuhr Museum Foundation has announced a recent million dollar donation made towards the "Gem of the Prairie" campaign, bringing the foundation close to its $7 million goal.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 2:51 PM EDT2013-05-16 18:51:06 GMT
The SO Strong Seth Ostrander Benefit is being held Sunday, May 19 to help raise money for a Hastings teen who has been diagnosed with a brain tumor.More >>
The SO Strong Seth Ostrander Benefit is being held Sunday, May 19 to help raise money for a Hastings teen who has been diagnosed with a brain tumor.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 2:18 PM EDT2013-05-16 18:18:06 GMT
The Red Cross asks all eligible blood and platelet donors to join its Summer of Stories campaign, which kicks off May 23 and runs through Sept. 9.More >>
The Red Cross asks all eligible blood and platelet donors to join its Summer of Stories campaign, which kicks off May 23 and runs through Sept. 9.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:54 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:54:21 GMT
The House and Senate agriculture committees have each approved new legislation for an extended farm bill to be debated further on each chamber floor.More >>
The House and Senate agriculture committees have each approved new legislation for an extended farm bill to be debated further on each chamber floor.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:06 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:06:12 GMT
The state Board of Education voted last August to require all public schools to set aside time each day to say the pledge of allegiance, and now one eastern Nebraska family has lost their fight challenging...More >>
The state Board of Education voted last August to require all public schools to set aside time each day to say the pledge of allegiance, and now one eastern Nebraska family has lost their fight challenging the requirement.More >>
Wednesday, April 17 2013 10:18 AM EDT2013-04-17 14:18:02 GMT
The Nebraska Leadership Education/Action Development Group 33 is currently accepting fellowship applications for men and women involved in production agriculture or agribusiness.More >>
The Nebraska Leadership Education/Action Development Group 33 is currently accepting fellowship applications for men and women involved in production agriculture or agribusiness.More >>
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension is looking for corn growers interested in conducting on-the-farm research during the upcoming growing season.More >>
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension is looking for corn growers interested in conducting on-the-farm research during the upcoming growing season.More >>
Tuesday, April 2 2013 2:32 PM EDT2013-04-02 18:32:10 GMT
In celebration of the Rowe Sanctuary's 10 years at the Iain Nicolson Audubon Center, the center is holding an open house for the public on Saturday, April 6 from 12-5 p.m.More >>
In celebration of the Rowe Sanctuary's 10 years at the Iain Nicolson Audubon Center, the center is holding an open house for the public on Saturday, April 6 from 12-5 p.m.More >>
Friday, March 8 2013 2:30 PM EST2013-03-08 19:30:23 GMT
An excessive amount of leaning your head forward and down, while looking at a phone or other mobile device could result in what some people call "text neck."More >>
An excessive amount of leaning your head forward and down, while looking at a phone or other mobile device could result in what some people call "text neck."More >>
Friday, December 21 2012 1:08 PM EST2012-12-21 18:08:29 GMT
The University of Nebraska at Kearney has been awarded a U.S. Department of Justice Office of Violence Against Women grant for $900,000. The grant is being funded over three years.More >>
The University of Nebraska at Kearney has been awarded a U.S. Department of Justice Office of Violence Against Women grant for $900,000. The grant is being funded over three years.More >>
Monday, December 3 2012 1:19 PM EST2012-12-03 18:19:29 GMT
John Falgione
Nebraska State Fire Marshal John Falgione is retiring. Gov. Dave Heineman announced the retirement Monday and said the Falfione's last day will be December 28.More >>
Nebraska State Fire Marshal John Falgione is retiring. Gov. Dave Heineman announced the retirement Monday and said the Falfione's last day will be December 28.More >>
Imagine going out to recess and only being able to play on a small patch of grass. That's a reality for students at Emerson Elementary. Due to construction in spring, their playground had to be destroyed.More >>
Imagine going out to recess and only being able to play on a small patch of grass. That's a reality for students at Emerson Elementary. Due to construction in spring, their playground had to be destroyed.More >>
