Mike Konz

Kearney

Enterprise Editor at Kearney Hub

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Nebraska ethanol producers, ag industry laud EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard volume rule

6 days ago | kearneyhub.com | Mike Konz

Nebraska’s congressional delegation is heralding an EPA announcement this week as good news for farmers and ethanol producers, but the news is good for consumers, as well. Based on what’s called the Environmental Protection Agency’s Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volume requirements, the EPA is calling for 15 billion gallons of ethanol and biofuels to be blended into the nation’s gasoline and diesel supply in 2026 and 2027. That volume figure is a proposed target for ethanol and crop producers.
Protest: Posters

1 week ago | kearneyhub.com | Mike Konz

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BluePrint Engines' Norris Marshall in line to lead national marketing group

1 week ago | kearneyhub.com | Mike Konz

Norris Marshall, the founder and CEO of BluePrint Engines, has been elected to the chair-elect position on the Specialty Equipment Market Association Board of Directors after previously serving one three-year term on the board. “It’s truly an honor to be elected for the position of chair-elect on the SEMA Board,” Marshall said. “After serving three years on the SEMA Board, I have a clear vision for the future of our industry and the SEMA organization as a whole.
Embers in firepit believed to be cause of Kearney house fire

1 week ago | kearneyhub.com | Mike Konz

Embers from a firepit are thought to have caused a structure fire Tuesday morning at 1822 Sixth Ave. Thirty-three members of the Kearney Volunteer Fire Department responded at 3:31 a.m. and brought the fire under control at 4:20 a.m. Listen now and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS Feed | SoundStack | All Of Our Podcasts When KVFD arrived, the bulk of the fire was burning the back side of the home, so firefighters attacked the fire from that side.
Buffalo County emergency manager: Monday storm was a head-scratcher

1 week ago | kearneyhub.com | Mike Konz

It was an evening of oddities, said Buffalo County Emergency Manager Darrin Lewis as he described weather events on Monday. “It was an interesting evening to say the least. Early on they had what’s called a ‘heat burst’ in Lexington,” Lewis said. A heat burst is a rare weather phenomenon where temperatures suddenly and dramatically increase, often accompanied by strong winds and a drop in humidity, typically associated with thunderstorms that are losing their energy.
Ravenna Lake sees growing crowds, additional amenities

1 week ago | kearneyhub.com | Mike Konz

Ninety years ago, when the Civilian Conservation Corps built Ravenna Lake, the goal was to put people to work who had lost their jobs in the Great Depression. Economic growth was the primary goal then, but the lake and campgrounds continue to pay economic dividends today, said Steve Gaasch.
Stormy day possible in Kearney: Weather spotters ready if called

1 week ago | kearneyhub.com | Mike Konz

Forecasters with the National Weather Service in Hastings warned Monday that severe weather is possible through Tuesday and possibly into Wednesday. Buffalo County Emergency Manager Darrin Lewis said weather spotters from volunteer fire departments, law enforcement agencies and amateur radio operators were on call by mid-afternoon for what Lewis anticipates could be winds with damaging gusts of 60-70 mph. That’s enough wind energy to turn over irrigation pivots and rip large limbs out of trees.
Clinic announces new location

1 week ago | kearneyhub.com | Mike Konz

Wyone Mental Health has announced its move to a new location in Kearney, 221 W. 44th St. Suite 1. According to Wyone's announcement, the new location reflects the clinic’s ongoing commitment to providing accessible and compassionate mental health care to the community. The new office offers expanded space, a more comfortable environment, and enhanced services.
Tiny Kickers soccer camp taking signups

2 weeks ago | kearneyhub.com | Mike Konz

The Kearney Park and Recreation Department is accepting registrations for the Tiny Kickers soccer camp, scheduled for July 21-31, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, at West Lincolnway Park. The camp for 4-year-olds will be from 8:30-9:20 a.m., 5-year-olds from 9:25-10:15 a.m., 6-year-olds from 10:20-11:10 a.m., and 7-year-olds from 11:15-12:05 p.m.The camp is led by KPR coaches and provides a great first exposure to the exciting sport of soccer. The cost is $30 if registered before July 9.
Buffalo County commissioners spending $224K to ease parking crunch at courthouse

2 weeks ago | kearneyhub.com | Mike Konz

There soon will be more parking at the Buffalo County Courthouse at 1512 Central Ave. The Board of Commissioners on Tuesday voted unanimously to spend $223,597 — or about $3,999 per stall — to add 56 parking spots on the vacant lot south of Turner Body Shop. The tract is east of the courthouse across Central Avenue. The new parking lot will be finished in about one month. B&S Construction submitted the lowest bid among the eight companies that competed for the project.