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Language Access Program engages students at Creighton career fair

Language Access Program engages students at Creighton career fair

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Language Access Program staff attended Creighton’s World Languages Career Fair to highlight multilingual skills and promote opportunities with the Nebraska Judicial Branch.

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Aurora High to host Nebraska Supreme Court arguments

Aurora High to host Nebraska Supreme Court arguments

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Nebraska Supreme Court will hold a special Law Day session at Aurora High School on April 29, 2026, giving students and the public access to oral arguments.

Wildfire prompts Fort Robinson to temporarily close

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Nebraska Game and Parks has closed Fort Robinson State Park and Peterson WMA as the South Fork Fire burns nearby, prompting evacuations and road closures.

Riverside Discovery Center earns PlantNebraska accreditation

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Riverside Discovery Center in Scottsbluff regained PlantNebraska accreditation and used grant funding to create a pollinator garden and revitalize its arboretum.

10 things to know about UNO during the College World Series

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Discover how the University of Nebraska at Omaha helps co-host the College World Series while excelling in academics, research, athletics, online learning, and veteran support.

York County assessor completes NACO COOL Network program

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York County Assessor Kurt Bulgrin was recognized by NACO for completing the COOL Network training, a county government education program with NU Extension.

Advocating for every student: The GIPS Cast, ep. 074

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Principal Breanna McDonald shares how Lincoln Elementary builds community, advocates for every student, and focuses on growth and family partnerships.

MusicBox announces James Valentine scholarships for local artists

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Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird announces $35,000 in James Valentine Scholarships through the MusicBox Artist Development Program to support emerging Lincoln musicians.

Budget requests to be heard by York County commissioners

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York County Commissioners will hear 2025-26 budget requests from outside entities June 9 at 8:30 a.m. at the courthouse and may consider required pink postcard mailings.

York County Sheriff’s Office joins ‘Make It Click’ campaign

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York County Sheriff’s Office joined the statewide “Make It Click” campaign, making 154 traffic contacts and citing eight unbelted drivers from May 15-31.

Health department urges caution during Lincoln heat advisory

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NWS issued a June 9 heat advisory for Lincoln and Lancaster County, with heat index values up to 107 degrees and safety tips on staying cool, hydrated and informed.

Mayor proposes budget to support a safe, strong Lincoln

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Mayor Gaylor Baird’s proposed 2026-2028 Lincoln budget keeps the tax rate flat while funding public safety, infrastructure, housing, transit, libraries, and parks.

Micro-surfacing project begins on Nebraska Highway 95 west of Chambers

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Micro-surfacing work will begin June 8 on Nebraska Highway 95 west of Chambers, with traffic managed by a pilot car and flaggers. The project, contracted to Missouri Petroleum Company, is expected to finish by the end of June.

work to begin on us-6 and nebraska highway 61 in imperial and north

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Work on U.S. Highway 6 and Nebraska Highway 61 near Imperial and North begins June 15 with lane restrictions and a 12-foot width limit. The project includes milling, asphalt overlay, and curb repairs, aiming for an October 2026 completion.

Work to begin June 16 on US-34 Max East and West project in McCook

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Construction begins June 16 on U.S. Highway 34 near McCook, Nebraska. The project includes bridge and road work with traffic controls in place and completion expected by November 2026.

Work begins June 8 on I-80 bridge reconstruction near Odessa

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Construction will begin June 8 on the L-10B bridge over I-80 near Odessa, Nebraska. The project will include phased reconstruction with temporary traffic signals and intermittent lane closures, expected to finish by February 2027.

Lincoln City Libraries announces America 250 events

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Lincoln City Libraries will host free America 250 summer programs, including book clubs, film screenings, lectures and family events at multiple branches.

Portions of 11 Lincoln streets to close starting June 8

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Lincoln Transportation and Utilities announces temporary lane and street closures on 11 Lincoln streets starting the week of June 8 for repairs, utilities and events.

Lane closures begin June 15 on Pacific Street Bridge over I-680 in Omaha

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  • Nebraska Department of Transportation

Lane closures will start June 15 on the Pacific Street Bridge over I-680 in Omaha for bridge rehabilitation and pavement work, with one lane open each way through fall 2026.

Community invited to Bricks of Honor event June 13

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Lincoln invites the public to the 30th Bricks of Honor dedication June 13 at Veterans Memorial Garden, honoring 53 veterans with new commemorative bricks.

Work begins June 8 on US-136 improvements in Gage County

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Construction on US-136 in Gage County begins June 8, with road repairs and intersection reconstruction. Traffic controls and detours will impact travel for 50 days. The project aims for completion by November 2026.

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