6+ hour, 24+ min ago  (131+ words) As wildfire conditions continue across Nebraska, Governor Jim Pillen has issued a series of emergency actions aimed at protecting public safety and supporting response efforts statewide. A statewide emergency proclamation, originally declared March 13 and reaffirmed March 25, cites ongoing high winds,…...

6+ hour, 24+ min ago  (134+ words) University of Nebraska" Lincoln Nebraska Medicine " Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, Nebraska Extension, and the Elkhorn Valley Public Health Department invite the community to enjoy a free breakfast and learn about cancer prevention at Brake for Breakfast on Friday, April…...

1+ week, 6+ hour ago  (124+ words) The Observer Northrop Grumman and the U. S. Air Force have begun accelerated prototyping work on a launch silo design for the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile system, marking a key step in modernizing the nation's land-based nuclear deterrent. The effort centers on…...

1+ week, 4+ hour ago  (144+ words) The Western Nebraska Community College softball team played tough defense against No. 25 Mc Cook Community College Sunday afternoon at Volunteer Field. Despite the two seven-inning games, Mc Cook had just a little bit more offense in claiming the doubleheader sweep....

1+ week, 4+ hour ago  (114+ words) After more than three decades of dedicated service to Kimball County, Clerk of the District Court Debra Diemoz was formally recognized by the Kimball County Commissioners. Diemoz was presented with a plaque commemorating her years of service, reading in part:…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (224+ words) Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Vern's care and funeral arrangements. Vern was born on December 29, 1950, in Sidney, NE to Virgil A. and Katheryn M. Nelson. He grew up on the farm northeast of Potter. He attended school and…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago  (503+ words) Observations all along the line - Kimball & the Southern Panhandle First The race for Kimball County Clerk of the District Court continues to grow as Darcee Wheeland has officially filed for the position, becoming the third candidate to enter the race....

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (526+ words) Observations all along the line - Kimball & the Southern Panhandle First As Race Heads to May Primary Two in the Running for County Race " As Race Heads to May Primary Kimball County voters will choose between two candidates in the upcoming…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (120+ words) Observations all along the line - Kimball & the Southern Panhandle First DIX " Ted Bakoc is stepping away from his role on the Dix Village Board of Trustees as he takes on new responsibilities with the State of Nebraska. Bakoc has accepted…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (11+ words) westernnebraskaobserver. net...