Stuck in Neutral: Nebraska used to be a leader in creating jobs and spurring growth. Not anymore.

Nebraska's economic growth has stalled, missing Site Selection magazine's top 10 development states for the second year

April 17, 2026Updated: April 17, 2026

By HENRY J. CORDES/Flatwater Free Press

Regional

Les Schwab Grand Opening in Sidney celebrates the store's community ties

Sidney Girls' Golf takes third at the North Platte Golf Invite

WNCC volleyball reverse sweeps Casper

The Western Nebraska Community College volleyball team had their backs to the wall but came out swinging in the final three sets to reverse sweep Casper College Thursday at Cougar Palace.

Garden County handles Wallace

State

11-year-old Kimball boy missing

INTERVIEW: Nebraska State Fair Executive Director Jaime Parr

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

UNL unveils new Louise Pound sculpture honoring her academic and athletic legacy

Nebraska lawmaker, UNO professor weigh in on AI safety concerns

Pink postcard taxpayers ask where's the tax relief?

Sports

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

Nebraska rolls by North Dakota 34-7, heads into conference play 3-0

Tri County withstands injuries, strong Southern effort to earn third win of 2026 season

Wayne State dominates first-ever game against Jamestown

Sidney Shuts Out Adams Central, Moves to 4-0

Freeman exacts revenge on JCC, claims another MUDECAS Volleyball championship

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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