Ted Turner’s death raises questions about Nebraska land tax promise

At his peak, Turner owned nearly a half million acres in the Nebraska Sandhills — more than double the size of Douglas County.

May 6, 2026Updated: May 6, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

Senior prank brings cattle to Valentine High School parking lot

Senior prank brings cattle to Valentine High School parking lot

As births rise in Valentine, youth volunteers step in to help clinic

As births rise in Valentine, youth volunteers step in to help clinic

Police seek public’s help after multiple vehicle break-ins in Gordon

Police seek public’s help after multiple vehicle break-ins in Gordon

Sullivan Hills celebrates pond renovation

Sullivan Hills celebrates pond renovation

State

Sen. Ricketts weighs in on Farm Bill while back in Nebraska

Ted Turner’s death raises questions about Nebraska land tax promise

Simple tips to handle severe bleeding in an emergency

State of Nebraska exempts disabled veterans from motor vehicle taxes

Aging Joyfully Expo features first-ever senior style show

Charley Endorf recognized as May 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month

Sports

Morgan Haupt wins Big Boy Big Wheel Race for second straight year

Sidney names Gabe Dorcey as head boys basketball coach

WNCC softball sweeps North Platte

WNCC baseball drops doubleheader NJC on Friday

Doane Football Coach Conversations: 2026 Spring Review

‘Basketball is a big part of who I am’: Kimball’s Addy Olson to continue basketball career at collegiate level

Ag & Outdoor

Powell wins 56th Cornhusker Trap Shoot

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires