Nebraska Faces Major Budget Shortfalls | Lincoln News

Kent Boughton: A Weather Legend's Legacy | Lincoln News

Kent Boughton, beloved chief forecaster for News Channel Nebraska and a pillar of local weather reporting, passed away after a courageous battle with stage four cancer. Known for his warm voice and decades of service — including a Hall of Fame induction this year — Kent began his broadcasting journey at just 15 and returned to the airwaves in 1999, even resuming full-time work this year. His public journey through illness, shared via social media, touched hearts across the state. A man who prioritized family yet never stopped informing Nebraskans about the weather, Kent’s legacy lives on in the communities he served. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ea33dab6cdad0f42

Scouts Earn Badges, Forge Friendships | Lincoln News

Scouts from across the country descended on the Stuhr Museum for a whirlwind weekend of merit badge mastery, earning up to four badges in just two days amid jamboree-style camping fun. With over 70 badge options, the event sparked skill-building, lifelong friendships, and even tinsmithing triumphs — all while beating the heat with grit and good vibes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7c774a60ab9628ef

School Supply Drive Helps Kids Start Strong | Lincoln News

Get your kids school-ready this year with the United Way’s big supply drive—partnering with Salvation Army, Catholic Social Services, and local businesses to hand out backpacks, notebooks, pencils, and more. Running from July 17 to August 4, it’s a chance to close the gap for families struggling with costs. Drop off donations at Wal-Mart, Five Points Bank, Hastings Ford, CDJR, Catholic Social Services, Salvation Army, and the United Way office. Families in need can register by July 31 for supplies tailored to their child’s grade and school. All gear heads to Adams, Clay, Nuckolls, and Webster counties—your donation could be the key to a great school year. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8a19b4fc4d1d692a

Young Athletes Conquer Triathlon | Lincoln News

Young athletes aged seven to fourteen crushed it at the Ironhawk Juniors Triathlon, racing through swim, bike, and run legs under sunny skies at the College of Saint Mary in Omaha. The under-ten squad tackled a 100-yard swim, 3-mile bike, and 0.75-mile run, while teens faced a 200-yard swim, 6-mile bike, and 1.5-mile run — all while fueled by roaring crowd support and fierce sibling rivalry. Medals gleamed at the finish line as kids celebrated their grit, proving that determination and teamwork can turn any challenge into triumph. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/83b19a5098026b9f

Nebraska Town Demonyms Decoded | Lincoln News

What’s the deal with people from Nebraska towns? It’s not as simple as it sounds. While Omaha’s Omahans and Lincoln’s Lincolnites are settled, places like Bellevue and Crete are still figuring it out—or just winging it. Some towns have official demonyms, others have quirky nicknames like “Papillionaires,” and a few, like Wayne, are caught in a naming tug-of-war between “Waynians,” “Waynites,” and even “Wayne Americans.” It’s a fun, messy look at how communities define themselves—and why even small details like local names can reveal big stories. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d472f4a5d31fa207