LaVern "Vern" A. Radke

June 6, 1938 ~ July 30, 2026

July 31, 2026Updated: August 3, 2026

By Panhandle Obituaries

LaVern "Vern" A. Radke

Regional

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

WNCC Announces Changes to Lifelong Learning Department

WNCC Announces Changes to Lifelong Learning Department

Nebraska School Activities Association & Currency Announce 2026-27 Believers & Achievers

Nebraska School Activities Association & Currency Announce 2026-27 Believers & Achievers

Cheyenne County announces contract with Logan County Jail for prisoner holding

Cheyenne County announces contract with Logan County Jail for prisoner holding

State

Should commercial solar and wind developments be allowed in Cherry County? Planning Commission weighs the question

Portion of Omaha Avenue closed due to road stability issue

Infant expected to survive after suffering brain bleed, broken ribs in Lincoln

Dan Osborn among those responding to Trump comments made in Grand Island

‘He’s not coming back': Months after deadly Iranian attack, families of soldiers struggle to cope

Norfolk firefighter recognized for station upgrades and leadership

Sports

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

Colandrea’s running ability a major spark to Husker offense

Doane rues frustrating missed chances in Homecoming defeat to Mount Marty

Diller-Odell shuts down Meridian in Homecoming blanking

Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame inducts latest class

Huskers dominate second half, pull away from Maryland for 48-23 win

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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