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Kerrey declines Senate bid, Nebraska Dems scramble
Former Sen. Bob Kerrey on Tuesday rejected a comeback run for Senate, dashing Democrats' hopes of holding a coveted Nebraska seat and leaving the party to scramble for a race all but guaranteed to go Republicans' way.
The Caucus: Bob Kerrey Won't Run for Nebraska...
Former Senator Bob Kerrey announced Tuesday that he would not run be returning to Nebraska to run for his old U.S. Senate seat.
Ex-Sen. Bob Kerrey not running again for Neb. seat
Former Sen. Bob Kerrey said Tuesday he will not run for the Nebraska Senate seat he gave up more than a decade ago, shutting down hopes for a bid both parties called Democrats' best chance to hold the district.
Bob Kerrey decides against 2012 Nebraska senate...
OMAHA, Neb. - Former Sen. Bob Kerrey said Tuesday he will not run for the Nebraska Senate seat he gave up more than a decade ago, shutting down hopes for a bid both parties called Democrats' best chance to hold the seat but that Kerrey himself described as a longshot.
Bob Kerrey Not Running Again for Nebraska Senate...
Former Senator Bob Kerrey said he wouldn't run for the seat he left more than a decade ago, ending hopes for a bid both parties called Democrats' best chance to hold the seat.
Nebraska's Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected in...
Hope Edwards, 18, of Lincoln and Madison Cunningham, 13, of Papillion today were named Nebraska's top two youth volunteers for 2012 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism.
Nebraska's Sadler not worrying about job security
Nebraska coach Doc Sadler isn't worried about his job security or fan discontent as the Cornhuskers struggle through their first season in the Big Ten. Sadler's immediate concern is getting the most out of his team in the seven games before the Big Ten tournament. "I'm not stupid. I know wins and losses -- it's always good to have a lot more wins than losses," he said.
Nebraska Liquor Licenses Can Now be Renewed Online
The Nebraska Liquor Control Commission has worked with Nebraska.gov to update the efficiency of the online service for renewing liquor licenses. The online service can be found at
Nebraska Seeks to Win Massive $1.2 Billion Data...
February 6, 2012 -- Nebraska data center development officials are making a move to pass economic incentives to win a massive data center build contract dubbed "Project Edge", according to a report by Data Center Knowledge. The company looking to build the $1.2 billion data center campus hopes to break ground in May, with an initial first phase investment of $500 million.
8 Great Shops in Nebraska to Buy Skateboarding...
Looking for a place in Nebraska to buy a new skateboard, some kicks or skate apparel? I know of eight that deliver super service, offer a wide selection of brands and have prices that won't break your budget. Here they are: 1.
Skatepark Spotlight: Bay 198 in Lincoln, Nebraska
There is one thing that Nebraska has in short supply, indoor skate parks. Sure, there are several outdoor skate parks in the state but to my knowledge there is only one indoor, non-profit one. That honor belongs to the Bay 198 Skatepark in Lincoln.
Verizon Wireless Invests $61 Million in Nebraska
OMAHA, Neb., Feb. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless announced today it invested $61 million in 2011 to enhance its network in Nebraska including the expansion of its groundbreaking 4G LTE network ...
Power Restored Most Everywhere in Nebraska
Nebraska utility crews have restored electricity to all but a few customers after the winter storm that passed through the state.
Gophers 69, Nebraska 61: Chip Armelin scores 15...
GOPHERS 69 / NEBRASKA 61 RECAP: Minnesota got 15 points off the bench from Chip Armelin, pictured, en route to a victory Sunday against
Nebraska is hoping it's got the Edge
Lawmakers labor quickly in hopes of landing a $1.2 billion computer data center.

Sports shorts
Telegraph staff reports Girls St. Pat's 61, Amherst 21 KEARNEY - Candace Shelton led four Lady Irish players in double figures with 12 points as St. Pat's defeated Amherst in the Kearney Catholic Holiday Tournament on Thursday.
Baseball: Lopers' Cover, Loschen are preseason...
University of Nebraska at Kearney senior baseball players Blake Cover and Jared Loschen have been tabbed preseason All-Americans by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association. The association's Division II national poll...
Farm Bureau says irrigation is important to Neb.
The Nebraska Farm Bureau says the entire state benefits from the irrigation farmers use to raise bountiful crops, so everyone in the state should pay part of the cost of water-management programs. Farmers and ranchers attending the Farm Bureau's convention in Kearney voted to encourage the state to seek funding from a variety of sources as it deals with its water problems.
Exec chosen for Nebraska Game and Parks board
A Kearney manufacturing executive has been selected to represent part of south-central Nebraska on the state Game and Parks Commission board. Gov. Dave Heineman announced his intention to appoint Norris Marshall on Thursday. Marshall would represent District IV, which includes Buffalo County and Kearney.
Exec named to Nebraska Game and Parks board
A Kearney manufacturing executive has been named to represent part of south-central Nebraska on the state Game and Parks Commission board. Gov. Dave Heineman announced his appointment of Norris Marshall on Thursday. Marshall will represent District IV, which includes Buffalo County and Kearney.
Nebraska-Kearney's Dring, Morris get RMAC honors
University of Nebraska at Kearney running back Rustin Dring is the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference's offensive player of the year and Lopers coach Darrell Morris the coach of the year. Other UNK players joining Dring on the all-conference first-team announced Thursday are quarterback Jake Spitzlberger, wide receiver Kyle Kaiser, offensive linemen Jack Hiett, Orion Matthies and Kyle Davison, defensive linemen Mason Brodine and Josh Rohde and defensive backs Ozzie Smith, Mike Neal and Jake...
RMAC names Lopers' Scott player of year
Nikki Scott of the University of Nebraska at Kearney has been named the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference's volleyball player of the year. The 6-foot-2 senior middle blocker from Broken Bow also is academic player of the year.
Californian, Nebraskan held on pot charges
The Nebraska State Patrol says two men were arrested and 31 pounds of marijuana were seized after a traffic stop near Kearney in south-central Nebraska. A patrol news release says a trooper stopped an eastbound car for speeding along Interstate 80 around 4:45 p.m. on Monday.
I-80 collision in south-central Nebraska kills 2
A collision between a semitrailer and a car on Interstate 80 east of Kearney left two relatives dead. The Nebraska State Patrol says the accident occurred just before 1 p.m. Thursday, east of Kearney.
Neb. troopers seize pot, arrest 2 Ill. men
Nebraska officers have seized more than 76 pounds of pot and arrested two Illinois men following an interstate traffic stop. The Nebraska State Patrol says a trooper stopped an eastbound Cadillac for speeding early Tuesday morning on Interstate 80 near Kearney in south-central Nebraska.
More layoffs for Eaton plants in central Nebraska
Officials at two central Nebraska manufacturing plants have announced temporary layoffs of 30 employees. The Eaton Corp. laid off 15 employees at its Hastings plant and another 15 at its Kearney facility, effective last Friday.
2 Minn. men arrested in traffic stop in Neb.
Officials say a traffic stop on Interstate 80 near Kearney turned into a drug bust. The Nebraska State Patrol says a trooper stopped an eastbound sports utility vehicle about 9 p.m. on Sunday for failure to signal. The stop led to a search after a drug dog indicated an odor of drugs.
Vegas man plans to buy Neb. arena, hockey team
The Kearney Hub is reporting that Las Vegas businessman Kirk Brooks has signed a letter of intent to buy the FirstTier Event Center in Kearney and the Tri-City Storm hockey team. Brooks told the Kearney Hub in a copyright story that he hopes to finish the deal within 30 days. No terms were announced.
Nebraska-Kearney's Meads RMAC player of year
The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference has honored Jade Meads of the University of Nebraska at Kearney and two of her teammates and one member of the UNK men's team. Meads was named the league's player of the year after averaging 18.8 points and 8.4 rebounds. The senior guard from Elm Creek started 102 games before missing eight in a row in the middle of the season because of a leg injury.
Colo. man jailed after 80 pounds of pot found
The Nebraska State Patrol seized 80 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop along Interstate 80 in central Nebraska. A 36-year-old from Springfield, Ore., and his passenger, a 26-year-old man from Commerce City, Colo., were taken into custody during the traffic stop near Kearney (KAR'-nee) on Tuesday.
Corn harvest delayed because of cool, wet spring
The corn harvest will be starting late in some parts of Nebraska because of a cool, wet spring that delayed the maturation of crops, a Kearney agronomist says. Warm, sunny autumn days should help the slow-developing crops catch up.
Severe storm knocks train off tracks in Nebraska
A powerful storm packed with possible tornadoes has knocked a train off its tracks, and downed trees and power lines. There were reports of damage on the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus and at the Buffalo County fairgrounds on Thursday night. There have been no reports of injuries.
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