A man whose mother was found among 189 decaying bodies tells the story

Derrick Johnson buried his mother’s ashes in 2023 alongside his home on Maui, fulfilling her wish of a final resting place overlooking her grandchildren.

February 7, 2026Updated: February 7, 2026

By Hunter Arterburn

A man whose mother was found among 189 decaying bodies tells the story

Regional

Cherry County petition seeks to increase number of county commissioners

Cherry County could soon have more voices on its county commission.

Last public boat ramp at Lake Mac no longer accessible

Commissioners approve 2027 mountain lion season

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission approved a 2027 mountain lion hunting season at its Aug. 14 meeting in Blair.

Observant Valentine residents help authorities recover stolen vehicle, arrest suspect, get potentially deadly drugs off street

Observant residents in Valentine helped authorities recover a stolen vehicle and arrest a suspect after recognizing the vehicle from a Facebook post, according to the Rock County Sheriff’s Office.

State

California Baking Company, relocating to Beatrice

State issues key permit for controversial Sandhills hog confinement

Cherry County petition seeks to increase number of county commissioners

A man whose mother was found among 189 decaying bodies tells the story

Regional

Cherry County petition seeks to increase number of county commissioners

Last public boat ramp at Lake Mac no longer accessible

Commissioners approve 2027 mountain lion season

Observant Valentine residents help authorities recover stolen vehicle, arrest suspect, get potentially deadly drugs off street

State

California Baking Company, relocating to Beatrice

State issues key permit for controversial Sandhills hog confinement

Cherry County petition seeks to increase number of county commissioners

Police investigate 2nd Corso stabbing

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Garden, Deuel counties

‘It’s hard work’: Nebraska’s corn detasseling tradition is quietly fading

Sports

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

SEASON PREVIEW: Norris Volleyball chasing coveted three-peat in 2026

Huskers star power on full display, in Red-White scrimmage

"First time in 12 years": Holgorsen praises fast-learning offense

Pro Athletes Highlight Husker Summer Grads

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities