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Lisa Shoup of Stromsburg (3rd from left) with Praise and Harmony, went backstage at the Nebraska State Fair and met members of Home Free. Pictured are Adam Rupp, Rob Lundquist, Adam Chance, Shoup, Tim Foust and Adam Bell-Bastien. She is friends with Tim Foust due to her singing with the national group Praise and Harmony. Photo provided.

Lisa Shoup of Stromsburg (3rd from left) with Praise and Harmony, went backstage at the Nebraska State Fair and met members of Home Free. Pictured are Adam Rupp, Rob Lundquist, Adam Chance, Shoup, Tim Foust and Adam Bell-Bastien. She is friends with Tim Foust due to her singing with the national group Praise and Harmony. Photo provided.

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Shoup Goes Backstage at State Fair

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Wednesday, September 9, 2026

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WNBA Doctor: Sports Medicine Must Get Better at Treating Women

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
By Dr. Ashley Austin As the primary care sports medicine doctor for the New York Liberty -- and a former Division I athlete -- I've seen more sports injuries than I can count.It's easy to get injured doing what we love -- injury prevention, treatment, and recovery are natural parts of any athlete's...
A Shared Commitment to Service

A Shared Commitment to Service

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A Shared Commitment to Service

Deb Fischer
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
REPRESENTING YOUWhether it’s caring for our nation’s veterans, helping a neighbor in need, or defending our freedom, Nebraskans understand the importance of serving those around them. Over the past several days, that commitment was on full display across our state.

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Gov. Pillen Appoints New Members to Nebraska Brand Committee

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has appointed new members to Nebraska’s Brand Committee in compliance with this year’s passage of LB 1187. Central to the new law is the formation of a new committee consisting of seven representatives.
Creating a Seat at the Table For Nebraska’s Next Generation

Creating a Seat at the Table For Nebraska’s Next Generation

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Creating a Seat at the Table For Nebraska’s Next Generation

Adrian Smith
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
REPRESENTING YOUSome of the most important conversations I had growing up happened around the kitchen table with my grandfather. From a young age, he challenged me to pay attention to the world around me and form my own opinions.
Above: State Fair exhibits were judged late last week. Left: Easton Kruse received special recognition for his family heritage project. Photos provided by Polk County 4-H.

Above: State Fair exhibits were judged late last week. Left: Easton Kruse received special recognition for his family heritage project. Photos provided by Polk County 4-H.

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4-H Results from Static Events at State Fair

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
State Fair results were posted from judging on static events, entries that are dropped off with no live competition.Here is information on what the ribbons mean: Grand Champion: best in class Reserve Champion: next best in class Special recognition: Shows exceptional creativity, originality or...
Above: Cale and Jessica Pallas of Stromsburg were part of a childcare coalition meeting in Lincoln. Photo provided.

Above: Cale and Jessica Pallas of Stromsburg were part of a childcare coalition meeting in Lincoln. Photo provided.

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New Coalition Aims at Childcare in Nebraska

Cindy Gonzales
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
LINCOLN — Carrying and delivering twins didn’t take nearly the toll on Jessica Pallas as what came after: finding suitable childcare so she and husband Cale could hold onto their jobs and health insurance.“Figuring out the childcare puzzle was more stressful than the pregnancy and the twins in the...