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"So Strong" benefit planned for Hastings teen"So Strong." Those really are the best words to describe teenager Seth Ostrander. He's a teenager, he goes to Adams Central High School in Hastings. And he is going to have a benefit - a benefit will be... 
Nebraska Farm Bureau comments on new Farm BillFor the past few weeks Nebraska farmers have continued work in their fields without a permanent farm bill. The issue isn't going away anytime soon. And it's taken center stage in Washington. Both the... 
Kearney Clinic and Walgreens create health partnershipKearney Clinic and Walgreens are teaming up to help their patients. The two are part of a statewide research project to help patients with hypertension and type two diabetes. Every time the patients get... 
Parking meters suggested for downtown KearneyPaying to park downtown? That isn't something Kearney has had to worry about for three decades. That could change. Kearney has over one-thousand parking spots on downtown streets. And as the city continues... 
Mailbox bomber could finally stand trialLucas Helder has been institutionalized undergoing mental Health treatment for several years. But he could finally stand trial. In May of 2002 Helder was accused of traveling more than 3,000 across the... 
Fishy problem shows up at Lake HastingsOut with the cold and in with the heat. This warm weather means we're finally seeing life - green grass and blossoming flowers. But one thing didn't seem to make it through the heat. Dead fish line the... 
Confusion surrounds Grand Island maintenance contractMore trouble inside Grand Island City Hall. This time confusion surrounding a lawn maintenance contract at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The City received one bid from Rick's Lawn Care for $50,000 to... 
Congressman Smith praises House for advancing Farm BillNebraska Congressman Adrian Smith says the House Committee's Passage of a Farm Bill Wednesday was a step in the right direction. Smith says the passage of a responsible, long term farm bills among his... 
"Battle of the Bricks" begins in Red CloudIt's a battle over bricks in Red Cloud. The historic red bricks that line the town could be torn up and replaced by pavement. The Nebraska Department of Roads is planning on digging up the bricks that... 
Kearney workers walk out on work for a healthy cause2300 Kearney area business employees walked out on their job today. Not to quit, but to exercise. The annual event called Walk Out on Your Job, is hosted by Wellness Works, a Kearney non-profit organization. It... 
Hastings Police remember Officer ConklinOne hundred and thirty four Nebraska Police Officers have been killed in the line of duty. This October marks the 20th anniversary of the murder of one of Hastings' own. News 5's Lauren Conley brings... 
Board pushes for drop in DUI legal limit10,000 Americans die in alcohol related traffic accidents every year. To cut down on that number, the National Transportation Safety Board says the legal limit should be dropped from .08 to .05. Will... 
Gas prices continue steady climbThe heat of the summer already has people thinking about hitting the road for some family fun, but that road just got more expensive. And it could get worse before it gets better. Tight supplies and... 
Judge blocks new trial for OldsonIt was a case that went cold for decades after the disappearance of an Ord woman. John Oldson was hopeful for a new trial after being convicted of second degree murder in the death of 31 year old Catherine... 
Salvation Army gets ready for summer funIt's that time of year again. Kids are getting out of school and that means Wacky Weekdays are returning to the Salvation Army. Major Abe Tamayo spoke with News 5 to give us the details. Abe: Well, Wacky... 
State legislature approves school aid billWith a unanimous vote, Nebraska lawmakers gave final approval Wednesday morning to a bill that will change how state dollars are divided among school districts. The Omaha World Herald is reporting LB... 
Holdrege approves building of new schoolVoters in Holdrege have said yes to building a new elementary school; replacing three older ones in the community. The $14 million project passed with a 54 to 46 percent margin. The new facility will... 
Red Cloud looks into replacing brick roadRight now you can follow the red brick road through the town of Red Cloud. But soon those red bricks could be replaced with pavement. The Nebraska Department of Roads held an open house this evening... 
Bill to abolish death penalty falls shortHistory will not repeat itself in the 2013 Legislative session when it comes to the death penalty... 
Lincoln conference sheds awareness and hope on mental illnessResidents from all across the state are gathered in Lincoln this week to celebrate the progress that has been made in bringing awareness to mental illnesses. Over 450 people are taking part in the three... 
Bruning fined by Federal Election CommissionNebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning lost his bid for the Republican U.S. Senate nomination last year. And, the loss is still proving costly. According to the Omaha-World Herald, the Federal Election... 
Corn planting progress falls behind normal scheduleCorn planting for the state of Nebraska is less than half done. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture planting is 10 days behind normal. Only 43 percent of corn is planted across the... 
Future of Copper Creek area rests on voteMore development could be headed Grand Island's way. Tuesday night, City Council will decide whether construction will begin on the former Copper Creek subdivision land. A healthy vacancy rate for a city... 
GI wastewater plant update comes with hefty pricetagGrand Island's wastewater plant is in need of an update. City Council will vote Tuesday night on whether to approve just under $30 million in spending for that project. The most expensive of those plans... 
New Farm Bill enters House for debate WednesdayThe long-awaited farm bill is expected to be introduced in the U.S. House Wednesday. Tuesday the Senate Agriculture Committee voted on its $955 billion bill. The Senate bill which would make $23 billion... |
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