Fred Benning received his Distinguished Service Cross after returning home to Nebraska, where he started a bakery and served as mayor of the small town of Neligh. He died in 1974.
By News Channel Nebraska
Low water levels from drought and irrigation are limiting access to lakes in northwestern Nebraska.
According to the Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office, the city swimming pool, golf course and Pump & Pantry were all broken into early Friday, with several items reported stolen.
An Alliance woman accused of helping her daughter conceal a murder has been sentenced in a separate Sheridan County case.
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will consider recommendations for a 2027 mountain lion hunting season at its Aug. 14 meeting in Blair.