Buffett says Gates' Epstein ties are 'distasteful' but didn't drive Buffett's charitable decisions

Billionaire Warren Buffett says his decision to cut the Gates Foundation out of his charitable giving is more about believing his three kids are ready to handle giving away his entire fortune than it is about Bill Gates’ ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

July 15, 2026Updated: July 15, 2026

By JOSH FUNK

Regional

$31,000 in Library Improvement Grants awarded to Nebraska public libraries

The Nebraska Library Commission recently awarded Library Improvement Grants for 2026 totaling $31,000 to sixteen Nebraska public libraries.

“Plane Theft” Turns Heads at Valentine Air Show

What may have looked like a plane theft at the Cherry County Fair’s Air Show and Fly-In was actually part of the act.

Low water hinders access at northwest Nebraska lakes

Low water levels from drought and irrigation are limiting access to lakes in northwestern Nebraska.

Juvenile arrested after overnight burglary spree in Rushville

According to the Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office, the city swimming pool, golf course and Pump & Pantry were all broken into early Friday, with several items reported stolen.

Buffett says Gates' Epstein ties are 'distasteful' but didn't drive Buffett's charitable decisions

Regional

$31,000 in Library Improvement Grants awarded to Nebraska public libraries

“Plane Theft” Turns Heads at Valentine Air Show

Low water hinders access at northwest Nebraska lakes

Juvenile arrested after overnight burglary spree in Rushville

State

Wildfire smoke from Pacific Northwest impacting Nebraska forecasts

Back to School on an E-Bike or E-Scooter

$31,000 in Library Improvement Grants awarded to Nebraska public libraries

Taylor Fresh Foods recalls products containing jalapeños over salmonella risk

Three arrests at Valentine City Park in latest police report

Downtown Sounds

Sports

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

UNK football returns to practice ahead of new season

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