Pillen and Walz Face Off on Nebraska’s Biggest Issues

Republican incumbent Jim Pillen is facing Democratic challenger Lynne Walz, a former state lawmaker from Fremont.

October 19, 2026Updated: October 19, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

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Regional

Chadron handles Bridgeport in final home game

Chadron handles Bridgeport in final home game

Sidney Lady Raiders Golf seeks to use state tournament as a stepping stone

Sidney Lady Raiders Golf seeks to use state tournament as a stepping stone

Federated Garden Clubs of Nebraska Dedicates New Blue Star Memorial at Sidney Westbound Rest Area

Federated Garden Clubs of Nebraska Dedicates New Blue Star Memorial at Sidney Westbound Rest Area

Sidney Boy’s Cross Country team headed to state

Sidney Boy’s Cross Country team headed to state

State

Norfolk Chamber opens larger haunted house for Halloween season

Vice President JD Vance to hold midterm rally in North Platte next week

Local couple brings new life to old treasures through antiques business

Southeast Community College adds administrator

Woman accused of finding, keeping Omaha firefighter’s child pornography

Suspicious substance found at Sen. Ricketts’ office in Omaha

Sports

Despite more good work on the ground, Doane can’t keep pace with nationally-ranked Northwestern

Crete’s state softball run ends after three tight contests

State Softball Championship Matchups Set

Sidney Wins Physical Battle in Alliance, 20-8

Pierce Wins the Battle of the Blue in Wayne

Chadron handles Bridgeport in final home game

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