3 islands help control access to the Strait of Hormuz. They're in the crosshairs of the Iran war

The expanding U.S. military campaign against Iran has put three small islands that sit at the confluence of the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz in the crosshairs once again

July 16, 2026Updated: July 16, 2026

By JON GAMBRELL

Regional

TT’s Pub & Grub completes expansion of entertainment room

Former Valentine police officer sentenced for DUI, changes plea in assault case

A former Valentine police officer has been sentenced in two misdemeanor cases and has changed his plea in a separate felony assault case.

Perkins County Canal could move one step closer under Senate legislation

‘It’s way fun’ — Hundreds travel to Sandhills for Nebraska Star Party

Hundreds of stargazers from across the country are gathered in the Nebraska Sandhills this week for some of the darkest skies in the nation during the annual Nebraska Star Party.

State

Superintendent cites little more than $1 million in staff reductions

TT’s Pub & Grub completes expansion of entertainment room

Warrants lead to drug trafficking, firearms charges

3 islands help control access to the Strait of Hormuz. They're in the crosshairs of the Iran war

Regional

TT’s Pub & Grub completes expansion of entertainment room

Former Valentine police officer sentenced for DUI, changes plea in assault case

Perkins County Canal could move one step closer under Senate legislation

‘It’s way fun’ — Hundreds travel to Sandhills for Nebraska Star Party

State

Superintendent cites little more than $1 million in staff reductions

TT’s Pub & Grub completes expansion of entertainment room

Warrants lead to drug trafficking, firearms charges

Under guidance from SATRA, Southeast Nebraska first responders ascend Farmers Cooperative grain silos for specialized rescue training

Former Valentine police officer sentenced for DUI, changes plea in assault case

How a search for a biological father sparked Norfolk’s newest apartment complex

Sports

Bobcat basketball misses 2026 tournament goal

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

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