Pillen announces executive order on statewide economic development

Plan calls for greater coordination between state, regional and local groups

September 29, 2026Updated: September 30, 2026

By Peter Rice

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Regional

Pillen announces executive order on statewide economic development

Pillen announces executive order on statewide economic development

Family displaced after ceiling collapse

Family displaced after ceiling collapse

Scottsbluff squeaks out win at Alliance Girls' Golf Invite

Scottsbluff squeaks out win at Alliance Girls' Golf Invite

Scooter’s Coffee hosts first Annual Homecoming Attire Drive

Scooter’s Coffee hosts first Annual Homecoming Attire Drive

State

Valentine Korean War veteran honored decades after serving overseas

Battle Creek honors legendary coach Bob Schnitzler with special event

Sidney electric department budget increasing 50%

Pillen announces executive order on statewide economic development

Team Jack Radiothon raises nearly $220,000 for childhood brain cancer research

Archdiocese of Omaha names Norfolk Catholic pilot school for K-12 CTE initiative

Sports

Battle Creek honors legendary coach Bob Schnitzler with special event

Andi Jackson named Big Ten Player of the Week

Williams Nwaneri making big impact on Husker defense

Doane authors impressive all-around outing in 2026 home opener

Lawrence-Nelson asserts status as D3 contender with takedown of Deshler

Sidney Edges Chadron 7-6 in Defensive Battle

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