SIDNEY, NE — As Oktoberfest festivities get underway in Sidney, local law enforcement is stepping up efforts to ensure a safe weekend. The Sidney Police Department announced it will increase patrols and coordinate with nearby agencies to manage crowds and traffic during the event. Coordinated Law Enforcement Efforts Police confirmed they are working alongside the…
LA VISTA, NE — After 18 years in operation, Nebraska Brewing Company has announced it will be closing its doors. The La Vista-based brewery, known for its role in building the state’s craft beer industry, shared the news this week through a statement on social media. Bankruptcy Filing Earlier This Year While the company did…
LINCOLN, NE — Nebraska officials have extended a health alert for harmful algal blooms (HABs) at lakes in eastern Nebraska after water samples showed toxin levels above the state’s safety threshold. Lakes Under Health Alert The Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE) announced that Maple Creek Recreation Area Lake in Colfax County and…
RAPID CITY, S.D. — South Dakota is making major strides in weather monitoring and forecasting with the expansion of the South Dakota Mesonet, a statewide network of advanced weather stations. By 2027, the system will grow from 40 to 150 sites, with the goal of placing a station within 20 miles of every resident. Why…
NAPERVILLE, IL — Construction has officially begun to replace a 110-year-old railroad bridge over North Aurora Road in Naperville, marking the final stage of a decades-long infrastructure project. The replacement is part of the North Aurora Road Improvement Project, which city officials say will reduce congestion and improve safety for residents and commuters. Long-Awaited North…
NAPERVILLE, IL — For U.S. Army veteran Tomee Phetsisouk, stepping inside his new home in Naperville brought a wave of emotion. On Wednesday, he and his family were gifted a mortgage-free, fully furnished house through the Built to Honor program by PulteGroup and the nonprofit Building Homes for Heroes. A Life-Changing Gift For A Local…
NAPERVILLE, IL — Downtown Naperville has a new dining destination with the debut of The George, which officially opened its doors on Oct. 2. The restaurant takes over the former Bev’s location, now redesigned with a lighted pergola, outdoor fire pits, and a polished yet casual setting inspired by the city’s history. A New Dining…