WeeShire Mains makes progress on various projects including Blueberry Field

The workers at WeeShire Mains have completed various projects improving the homes of the animals and elevating the experience for visitors.

June 10, 2026Updated: June 10, 2026

By Kristi Shields

WeeShire Mains makes progress on various projects including Blueberry Field

WeeShire Mains makes progress on various projects including Blueberry Field

The chickens at WeeShire Mains now have a new enclosed chicken coop.Kristi Shields

Regional

South Fork Fire grows to nearly 9,000 acres, remains 0% contained

South Fork Fire grows to nearly 9,000 acres, remains 0% contained

Nebraska dignitaries host roundtable discussion with Morrill Fire victims

Nebraska dignitaries host roundtable discussion with Morrill Fire victims

Flooding near Bayard caught on video after heavy storms

Flooding near Bayard caught on video after heavy storms

Heart City Cattle Battle expected to grow in year five

Dozens of young cattle exhibitors from several states are in Valentine this weekend, preparing their animals for the annual Heart City Cattle Battle.

State

UNK students get chance to send research to International Space Station

Water issues mount in Weeping Water

WeeShire Mains makes progress on various projects including Blueberry Field

Rising costs a concern for Jefferson County and highway department

Electrical failure triggers sewer bypass

South Fork Fire grows to nearly 9,000 acres, remains 0% contained

Sports

UNK extends women's basketball coach Drew Johnson through 2029

Gary Sánchez hits first homer since April 14, Brewers complete sweep of Rockies with 12-4 win

Brewers score 8 late runs, stun Rockies 9-7 in wild 10-inning victory

Nebraska coaches share ideas and build connections during Shrine Bowl week

Kearney athletes embrace hometown opportunity during Shrine Bowl week

Shrine Bowl South players reflect on hometown pride ahead of final high school game

Ag & Outdoor

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

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey

Feed supplies tighten for Nebraska producers as drought persists