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  • 4 days ago | central.newschannelnebraska.com | Peter Rice

    BURWELL, Neb. - A Nebraska town of just over 1,200 people is rallying after severe weather severely damaged county property that's about to host one of the State's biggest annual events. Repairs are underway in Burwell, where just last week the old grandstands and several other buildings suffered extensive damage due to 90 mph wind gusts. Years ago the town underwent an extremely similar situation in which another set of grandstands were destroyed by storms.

  • 5 days ago | central.newschannelnebraska.com | Peter Rice

    KEARNEY, Neb. - A former high school baseball standout from Central Nebraska is heading to one of the most storied programs in college sports. Former Kearney High and Iowa Western pitcher Cal Higgins has officially committed to the University of Texas after several successful seasons at D-I Western Kentucky University.

  • 1 week ago | central.newschannelnebraska.com | Peter Rice

    GRAND ISLAND, Neb. - Some big changes could be coming to Grand Island’s Parks and Recreation system, with a potential overhaul to one of the city’s most popular summer destinations. City leaders say that the Island Oasis Water Park, now 32 years old, is due for a major renovation. City council members met Tuesday for a study session and talked through what the $16 million upgrades would include.

  • 2 weeks ago | central.newschannelnebraska.com | Peter Rice

    COZAD, Neb. - A unique destination is brewing up business with a unique mix of German tradition and Nebraska charm. A historic building in downtown Cozad has found new life as Frontier Frau, a German-inspired brewery with a story as rich as its lagers. Owner and brewmaster Amara Block is a licensed attorney turned entrepreneur. After falling in love with German beer on a trip to Munich, she decided to bring the flavor and atmosphere to Central Nebraska.

  • 2 weeks ago | central.newschannelnebraska.com | Peter Rice

    COZAD, Neb. - A brand-new addition built in a small town is expanding and honoring the legacy of a renowned American artist for whom the central Nebraska community is named after. The brand new $3.5 million Robert Henry art gallery is now open to the general public in Cozad. It will more than double the amount of available artwork on display.

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