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Former UNK athletes launch new sports performance facility in Central Nebraska

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

KEARNEY, Neb. - Two former UNK college athletes have teamed up to open a first of its kind facility in Central Nebraska. Triumph Sports and Performance in Kearney is a sports performance center has opened its doors, and brings both professional and science-backed training to athletes of all levels. The new business is founded by former professional football player Corey Hoelck and current UNK strength and conditioning coach Shane Stock, both of whom played at UNK.
'Miles for Mik' participants run 24 miles in 24 hours to raise cancer awareness, college scholarship funds

1 week ago | central.newschannelnebraska.com | Ryan Valenta

HASTINGS, Neb. – Hundreds, if not thousands of people are walking or running into the night this weekend to remember the legacy of a late Hastings College graduate. The 4th annual 'Miles for Mik' event is underway at the Jackson Dinsdale Art Center on the Hastings College campus. Participants in the walk are remembering Mikaelah Molifua, better known as Mik, who passed away in 2020 after her second battle with cancer.
Kearney High's 50th student-built house marks milestone for construction program

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

KEARNEY, Neb. - A High School in Central Nebraska is unveiling a milestone project that highlights a unique school program that's been around for half a century. Kearney High School is putting the finishing touches on the 50th house the school has built as a part of its ongoing construction technology program. The house, located in northwest Kearney, features five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a three-car garage and just under 1,800 square feet.
One transported to hospital following Thursday crash in Kearney

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

KEARNEY, Neb. - One central Nebraska woman was transported by EMS following a three-car accident Thursday afternoon that left her trapped in her car with minor injuries. The crash occurred just before 2 p.m. Thursday afternoon in Kearney, at the intersection of E Ave and 39th St.While on scene, NCN observed fire crews working to free a woman from her car as she found herself trapped in the wreckage.
Chancellor candidate Schnoor engages UNK community during visit

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

KEARNEY, Neb. - Students, faculty, staff and community members alike are all getting the opportunity to meet the priority chancellor candidate for a University in Central Nebraska. Dr. Neal Schnoor is visiting the University of Nebraska at Kearney this week in an effort to meet members of the school and community to get a better idea of what the university's needs are. The prospective chancellor held five open forums on Wednesday to introduce himself and answer questions from different groups.
Kearney elementary students roll into school for national bike day

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

KEARNEY, Neb. - A Central Nebraska school is rolling into summer with a special celebration. With the sun shining and excitement in the air, students at Park Elementary in Kearney arrived to school Wednesday morning on bikes, scooters or anything with wheels as a part of both National Bike Day and Roll to School Day. Young students were greeted with smiles and high-fives from the UNK wrestling team, local police officers, and teachers.
Hilgers, 15 state sheriffs send letter to state lawmakers opposing LB677

1 week ago | central.newschannelnebraska.com | Ryan Valenta

LINCOLN, Neb. – Nebraska's Attorney General is leading an effort with state law enforcement to oppose a bill aiming to roll out medical marijuana regulation in Nebraska. Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced in a press conference Wednesday morning that him and more than a dozen state sheriffs are sending a letter to the Nebraska Legislature to dissuade senators from passing LB677 and AM1251.
Head coach Victor Rojas wants to ‘Shock the World’ in new role with Hastings baseball

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

HASTINGS, Neb. - A new head coach in Central Nebraska has high expectations this coming season for his new team. Victor Rojas, the new head coach of the Hastings College baseball program recently joined the Doug and Daddy show to explain more about his decision. Rojas is most known for his voice in Major League Baseball broadcasts, but more recently he was an assistant coach at Ottawa University in Arizona where he discovered that coaching was more rewarding that he could have ever imagined.
Fisher Fountain to turn on for season during Mother's Day weekend

1 week ago | central.newschannelnebraska.com | Ryan Valenta

HASTINGS, Neb. – One of the more popular attractions in Hastings will be put into operation for the season this upcoming weekend. The city of Hastings announced Tuesday that the Jacob Fisher Rainbow Fountain will fire up for the first time in 2025 on Friday, May 9. Testing of the fountain's lights will happen on Thurs. May 8 from 8:00 p.m. to midnight. A new addition to the multi-colored fountain this year is a new coat of paint, which was painted at the end of the 2024 season according to the city.
Hastings College hires former MLB broadcaster as new baseball Head Coach

1 week ago | central.newschannelnebraska.com | Ryan Valenta

HASTINGS, Neb. – The Hastings College Baseball team is turning to a former MLB broadcaster and collegiate coach to lead its program. The Hastings College Athletic Department announced the hiring of Victor Rojas on Saturday. "We are excited to welcome Victor to the Hastings Athletics family. Victor brings a lot of knowledge from his days of covering baseball and I believe that will translate to make him a great coach," said Hastings College Athletic Director Chris Clements.