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Watch: Church carries cross across Lincoln

Watch: Church carries cross across Lincoln

  • Alyssa Johnson, Journal Star
Bearing the cross: Lincoln church carries 60-pound cross across city in Good Friday walk

Bearing the cross: Lincoln church carries 60-pound cross across city in Good Friday walk

  • ALYSSA JOHNSON Lincoln Journal Star

For hours on Good Friday, a Lincoln group carried a wooden cross across town — joined by others along the way.

'Mid-Life! the Crisis Musical' opens April 9 at TADA Theatre

'Mid-Life! the Crisis Musical' opens April 9 at TADA Theatre

  • LIVIA ZISKEY Lincoln Journal Star

The musical's songs, scenes and sketches will take guests through the realities of aging, from reading glasses to medication commercials to odd sounds when you sit down.

Stay tuned Cincinnati: WKRP is coming to town for real

Stay tuned Cincinnati: WKRP is coming to town for real

  • ALLEN G. BREED Associated Press

WKRP is coming to Cincinnati, according to the current owner of the call sign. It was made famous by “WKRP in Cincinnati,” the sitcom that ran from 1978 to 1982.

Lincoln drivers feeling pain at the pump. Here's what some are saying.

Lincoln drivers feeling pain at the pump. Here's what some are saying.

  • TOMER RONEN Lincoln Journal Star

As the Iran War hits its second month, gas prices have surged nationwide, putting people across Lincoln on notice and changing driving habits citywide.

Lincoln man who shot caseworker in case of mistaken identity will not get new trial, court rules

Lincoln man who shot caseworker in case of mistaken identity will not get new trial, court rules

  • LORI PILGER Lincoln Journal Star

Nebraska’s high court has denied a new trial for a Lincoln man who shot and wounded a state caseworker in 2023. Here’s why justices rejected the appeal.

Ex-president of REGA Engineering now charged with felony theft

Ex-president of REGA Engineering now charged with felony theft

  • LORI PILGER Lincoln Journal Star

The former president of a civil engineering firm has been charged with felony theft by deception for allegedly putting thousands of dollars of personal expenses on his company credit card.

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    Ex-president of REGA Engineering now charged with felony theft

    Ex-president of REGA Engineering now charged with felony theft

      The former president of a civil engineering firm has been charged with felony theft by deception for allegedly putting thousands of dollars of personal expenses on his company credit card.

      American Heart Association: Stay safe and healthy during and after severe weather

        Spring is the start of severe weather season in the Midwest U.S., and as you’re making your emergency preparedness checklist, the American Heart Association cautions that it’s also important to protect your heart and overall health in the wake of severe weather or other natural disasters.

        Photos: Ybor breaks ground

        Photos: Ybor breaks ground

          A Lincoln pop-up known for giving former inmates a fresh start is putting down roots. Ybor broke ground April 1, 2026, on its first permanent restaurant.

          Nebraska Extension, USDA partnering for wildfire recovery meetings

          Nebraska Extension, USDA partnering for wildfire recovery meetings

            Extension and Farm Service Agency will host meeting in Arthur Wednesday, Brady Thursday and Oshkosh Friday to help area producers with wildfire recovery.

            Trump's war in Iran leaves Republicans adrift ahead of midterms

            Trump's war in Iran leaves Republicans adrift ahead of midterms

              A year and a half after winning the White House by promising to lower costs and end wars, Donald Trump is overseeing surging energy costs and an escalating overseas conflict.

              Local 4-H'ers compete in Dawson County speech contest

              Local 4-H'ers compete in Dawson County speech contest

                On March 23, 19 Dawson County 4-H members participated in the 4-H Public Speaking Contest at the Dawson County Extension Office in Lexington.

                Local News

                Nebraska Women in Agriculture launch new online course

                LINCOLN — The Nebraska Women in Agriculture program announced the launch of a new online course, Livestock Risk Protection Insurance for Ranchers, that began April 1.

                Nebraska Extension, USDA partnering for wildfire recovery meetings

                Nebraska Extension, USDA partnering for wildfire recovery meetings

                Extension and Farm Service Agency will host meeting in Arthur Wednesday, Brady Thursday and Oshkosh Friday to help area producers with wildfire recovery.

                Local 4-H'ers compete in Dawson County speech contest

                Local 4-H'ers compete in Dawson County speech contest

                On March 23, 19 Dawson County 4-H members participated in the 4-H Public Speaking Contest at the Dawson County Extension Office in Lexington.

                On one busy day, Gothenburg senior wins state speech, earns FFA presidency

                On one busy day, Gothenburg senior wins state speech, earns FFA presidency

                One day. Two major milestones. Gothenburg’s Carson Reiman won state speech titles and learned he’d been elected state FFA president.

                State & Regional

                Watch: Church carries cross across Lincoln

                Watch: Church carries cross across Lincoln

                Bearing the cross: Lincoln church carries 60-pound cross across city in Good Friday walk

                Bearing the cross: Lincoln church carries 60-pound cross across city in Good Friday walk

                For hours on Good Friday, a Lincoln group carried a wooden cross across town — joined by others along the way.

                'Mid-Life! the Crisis Musical' opens April 9 at TADA Theatre

                'Mid-Life! the Crisis Musical' opens April 9 at TADA Theatre

                The musical's songs, scenes and sketches will take guests through the realities of aging, from reading glasses to medication commercials to odd sounds when you sit down.

                Nebraska Women in Agriculture launch new online course

                LINCOLN — The Nebraska Women in Agriculture program announced the launch of a new online course, Livestock Risk Protection Insurance for Ranchers, that began April 1.

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                Kearney restaurant owner Carlos Godinez will be deported

                State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

                State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

                Local 4-H'ers compete in Dawson County speech contest

                Local 4-H'ers compete in Dawson County speech contest

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                8 best CBD gummies for relaxation and wellness

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                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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                Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Gala set for April 25

                Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Gala set for April 25

                Content by Breakthrough T1D. Learn about the Agostino family, their connection to Type 1 diabetes, and the Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Gala that will take place later this spring.

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                National Pork Producers Association is all about pork and community

                National Pork Producers Association is all about pork and community

                Content by Power of Pork. Giving back to our communities, contributing to the health of our communities, helps ensure everyone has the opportunity to receive the nutrition they need.

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                Nothing says decadence like this sweet and zesty Honey Orange Glazed Ham

                Content by The Power of Pork. This glazed ham is a showstopping blend of sweet, citrusy and savory flavors, perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. 

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                One pot wonder: Tender Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder

                Content by The Power of Pork. Try this Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder dish for dinner.

                Crime

                State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

                State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

                In a social media post, the Nebraska State Patrol said a man ran south toward the Platte River near mile marker 244 between Overton and Lexington.

                2 arrested after Lexington police carry out arrest warrants

                2 arrested after Lexington police carry out arrest warrants

                LEXINGTON — The Lexington Police Department arrested two subjects Thursday morning after conducting simultaneous arrest operations.

                Gothenburg man charged with third-degree sexual assault of a child

                Gothenburg man charged with third-degree sexual assault of a child

                Dirk M. Earll, 29, is charged with third-degree sexual assault of a child, a Class 3A felony; and two counts of committing child abuse intentionally with no injury.

                North Platte man accused of stealing tires from various businesses using fraudulent credit cards

                North Platte man accused of stealing tires from various businesses using fraudulent credit cards

                Guillermo Goytia-Avitia, 57, of North Platte was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of theft by deception, more than $5,000.

                Politics

                Potential peace deal in brand wars wins 36-4 Unicam backing

                Potential peace deal in brand wars wins 36-4 Unicam backing

                State Sen. Mike Jacobson of North Platte brokered a compromise rewrite of Legislative Bill 1187 that won rural Unicameral support Wednesday without a dissenting vote. Four urban senators voted "no."

                Legislature advances bill limiting copays for Medicaid recipients

                Legislature advances bill limiting copays for Medicaid recipients

                Lawmakers gave first-round approval to a bill that allows Managed Care Organizations to cover co-pays for Medicaid recipients and sets limits on the cost sharing measures authorized by the Congress in 2025.

                Dan Osborn's wife set to join campaign as a full-time staffer, divest from consulting firm

                Dan Osborn's wife set to join campaign as a full-time staffer, divest from consulting firm

                Megan Osborn is stepping away from consulting firms to work full time on her husband’s senate campaign. The move follows an FEC complaint over campaign payments to her and family.

                Lincoln senator will seek to allow nonresidents to vote in city elections

                Lincoln senator will seek to allow nonresidents to vote in city elections

                Sen. Beau Ballard will seek to allow residents who live just outside of Lincoln city limits to vote in municipal elections through an amendment to another bill.

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