Anikka and Kyra Nelms sign to attend Iowa Western. Front: Head Basketball Shannon Lovin, Kyra Nelms, Anikka Nelms, Head Volleyball Kim Barnett. Back Row: Marshall Nelms, Mila Nelms, Myles Nelms, Janette Nelms

LINCOLN, NE (02/03/2026)-- More than 400 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have been named to the Deans’ Commendation List for the fall semester of the 2025-26 academic year. The Commendation List recognizes students in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Education and Human Sciences, College of Engineering and/or College of Journalism and Mass Communications who met or exceeded a specified grade-point average and carried six to 11 graded semester hours.

Cambridge City Council met in regular session on Monday, February 3, 2025. After the Pledge of Allegiance and the Open Meeting Law announcement, the council approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the previous city council meeting and the claims.

Senator Teresa Ibach, LD #44 Nebraska’s brand inspection system has long played a critical role in protecting cattle producers, ensuring proof of ownership and maintaining confidence in our livestock markets. Today, however, the Nebraska Brand Committee faces a future that demands action—and delay is no longer an option.

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Cambridge, NE - Prairie Plains CASA is hosting a Kids Concert Fundraiser with the String Beans, a Nebraska Favorite on February 21. This concert supports children in foster care across southwest Nebraska, including families and volunteers right here in Furnas County.

MAYWOOD – The Maywood School Board held their monthly meeting on February 9, 2026. According to Supt.

Tri Valley Medical Foundation is currently accepting scholarship applications for students in our area. High School seniors and students currently enrolled in college pursuing careers in the medical field and nursing programs are encouraged to apply.

The groundhog may have seen his shadow, but Spring will be here soon. While many of us look forward to warmer days and blooming flowers, those who suffer from seasonal allergies know that the return of grass, budding trees, and blooming flowers can lead to more sneezing than smiles.

Congress’ most basic responsibility is also one of its most important: funding the federal government. When Congress fails to do that job, the consequences reach beyond Washington — delaying services, creating uncertainty for families and businesses, and eroding trust in government.