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Bellevue martial arts community honors fallen soldier on his 43rd birthday

Sgt. Noah Tietjens, who trained and taught at Martial Arts International, was remembered as a humble man who loved his family.

Bellevue Soldier Honored on Birthday

Community holds vigil for fallen hero on what would have been his 43rd birthday

Star City Buzz: Events happening March 6-8

A roundup of weekend events in Lincoln, Nebraska

Crete Veterinarian Retires After Over a Decade of 'The Rant'

Popular blog about Husker athletics, society, and the animal world comes to an end.

Stamford Newsletter Keeps Community Connected for Decades

Entirely volunteer-run publication has served Stamford, Nebraska since 1967.

College Basketball Players Rescue Drivers After Sinkhole Swallows Vehicles

University of Nebraska Omaha women's basketball players jumped into action to help after a sudden sinkhole opened up at an Omaha intersection.

100-Year-Old Veteran Becomes Oldest Organ Donor in U.S.

Dale R. Steele's final act of service helps save a life after his passing.

Bradd Richter, 72, Passes Away in Doniphan, Nebraska

Memorial service scheduled for longtime O'Neill resident at First Presbyterian Church

Artist Reflects on 25 Years of Creating and Sharing Online

Kate Bingaman-Burt reminisces about her early days of internet art and the changing nature of digital creation.

Longtime Fremont Resident Richard Ruff Dies at 87

Ruff was known for his storytelling, woodworking, and community involvement.

Revive or Die Consultant Visits Superior, Urges Community Action

Jeff Siegler, author of "Your City is Sick", met with local leaders to discuss ways to build civic pride and health.

Star City Buzz: Events happening February 27-March 1

A roundup of upcoming events in Lincoln, Nebraska for the weekend.

Jack Long, Chester Resident, Dies at Undisclosed Age

Services for the Nebraska man are pending.

Funeral Services Announced for Alan Straka

61-year-old Nebraska resident to be laid to rest this weekend

Smith to retire from The Bridge; Sampson named executive director

After 27 years of leadership, Suzanne Smith steps down as executive director of The Bridge From Violence

All-Women Cattle Crew Keeps Herd Moving in Nebraska

Lori Roberson Yelken and her trusted team of women handle 300 head of cattle without horses, relying on four-wheelers and Border Collies instead.

Memorial Visitation Announced for Deb Swenson

Celebration of Life to be held at later date in Springfield, Nebraska

Pierce Street Superintendent Keeps Town's Roads Smooth

Bill Wragge has overseen street maintenance and improvements in the Nebraska town for over 3 years.

Pastor Urges Readers to 'Keep Heads Out of Clouds'

D. Jake Roberts says daydreaming prevents focusing on wisdom and reality.

York church to host Nebraska Brass concert

The performance is part of the group's 50th season.