WNCC's Oliveira, Region IX's Offensive Player of the year, ready to lead Cougars at national tourney

Eduardo Oliveira has spent three seasons at Western Nebraska Community College and this season has been one of success after the sophomore helped the Cougars to their first NJCAA National Tournament berth in the soccer program’s history.

November 15, 2024Updated: November 15, 2024

By News Channel Nebraska

WNCC's Oliveira, Region IX's Offensive Player of the year, ready to lead Cougars at national tourney

Regional

Gordon man who had been facing multiple counts of child sexual assault sentenced

A 45-year-old Gordon man has been sentenced to 73 to 63 years in prison after being charged with multiple counts of child sexual assault.

Lightning sparks fire near Chadron

Firefighters are mopping up after a wildfire started east of Chadron Monday. The Chadron Volunteer Fire Department says lightning sparked the fire.

Severe Thunderstorm Warnings for eWestern Cheyenne, Southeastern Kimball, and Southeastern Morrill Counties

Thousands sign petition calling for country-of-origin labeling on beef

A new national petition is calling on Congress and President Donald Trump to restore mandatory country-of-origin labeling (MCOOL) for beef.

WNCC's Oliveira, Region IX's Offensive Player of the year, ready to lead Cougars at national tourney

Regional

Gordon man who had been facing multiple counts of child sexual assault sentenced

Lightning sparks fire near Chadron

Severe Thunderstorm Warnings for eWestern Cheyenne, Southeastern Kimball, and Southeastern Morrill Counties

Thousands sign petition calling for country-of-origin labeling on beef

State

Norfolk City Council weighs public concerns over Flock surveillance cameras

Kearney City Council unanimously approves Project Horizon data center

City of Bayard issues 'Do Not Consume' notice for drinking water

Cherry County Events Center raises $1.5 million to match anonymous gift

Elderly male reported missing in Scottsbluff

Gordon man who had been facing multiple counts of child sexual assault sentenced

Sports

Nebraska’s run game competition on full display in early season play

Unsafe court conditions lead to suspension of Nebraska Volleyball Wrigley Field match

Doane falls short against Dakota Wesleyan in first true contest of 2026 season

Hanover handles Thayer Central in border battle, kicks off title defense with resounding win

Discoverers Dominate Maroon Cup

Nebraska sweeps DePaul, turns attention to Wrigley match

Ag & Outdoor

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April