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Student-led group brings nostalgia back to Columbus with Pawnee Park drive-In theater
COLUMBUS, Neb. — For decades, drive-in theaters have been a piece of Americana nostalgia that’s been mostly lost to time. But now, a student-led group in Columbus is turning that nostalgia into reality. At 10 a.m. Tuesday, dreams officially hit the dirt at Pawnee Park. The Legacy Youth...
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This Nebraska Riverfront Restaurant Turns Dinner Into A Missouri River Viewpoint
Dinner feels different when the river gets a seat at the table. The meal may start with the menu, but the view steals attention fast. A window, a sunset, and suddenly everyone is lingering a little longer than planned. That is the trick with a riverfront restaurant. It turns a...
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Music in the Park, River Point Concert Series on tap for Thursday, Friday
Norfolk’s the place to be for live music Thursday and Friday night. On Thursday, it’s the Rotary Club’s Music in the Park featuring The Yachties. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and drinks to Skyview Park, including beer and wine. It’s free but the Rotarians will take free-will donations.
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Tyler Braden to headline entertainment at Big Clearwater Rodeo
Country music star Tyler Braden is set to headline the musical entertainment on Saturday at Clearwater’s Big Rodeo. Braden told My Country 106 Kix’s Henry Hagge that before his music career took off, he’d spent seven years as a firefighter. He said the two professions have more in common than you might think.
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ArtWorks opens doors to northeast Nebraska creativity
NORFOLK, Neb. - Thanks to the efforts of Norfolk’s Riverpoint Creative district, local artists from across northeast Nebraska can display their creativity at ArtWorks. “I love the diversity of mediums and that these are your neighbors and your coworkers. These are folks who just live right here in Norfolk,” said Kara Weander-Gaster, manager of Artworks and Director of the Riverpoint Creative District.
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Updates Made Towards “Big Bang Boom” This Year
Norfolk, NE- Organizers of Norfolk’s annual Big Bang Boom celebration has announced several changes for this year’s event as it marks both the festival’s 50th anniversary and the nation’s 250th birthday. The celebration will return to a two-day format for Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July...
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An Indigenous musician from a trailblazing family makes history for Winnebago Tribe — and she’s only 21
Sitting on a scorching sidewalk in downtown Winnebago, 7-year-old Tyler Free-LaMere’s little hands danced across the black-and-white keys of her miniature keyboard, bringing the symphonies in her head into the world for people shuffling by. Few on reservation at the time realized little Tyler was laying the foundation for...
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Disney’s FROZEN comes to life this summer at The Little Red Hen Theatre
The Little Red Hen Theatre invites audiences of all ages to join them for the magic of Disney's Broadway musical Frozen, which takes the stage for six performances July 17–19 and July 24–26. Frozen represents the efforts of over 50 creative volunteers ranging in age from six years...
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Community Talent Show to be Hosted by Wayne Community Theater on Saturday
WAYNE, NE – This Saturday, Wayne Community Theatre is hosting “Wayne America’s Got Talent,” a social hour and talent show open to all community members at The Max Bar and Grill in Wayne. Community members are invited to the 6 p.m. social hour before the talent...
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Bluebird Improv set to perform at Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk
NORFOLK, Neb. — A comedy group featuring performers from some of television's most recognizable comedies is headed to Norfolk this weekend for the Great American Comedy Festival. Bluebird Improv will perform Friday night at the Johnny Carson Theatre as part of the annual festival honoring Norfolk native Johnny Carson.
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An Indigenous musician from a trailblazing family makes history for Winnebago Tribe — and she’s only 21
Sitting on a scorching sidewalk in downtown Winnebago, 7-year-old Tyler Free-LaMere’s little hands danced across the black-and-white keys of her miniature keyboard, bringing the symphonies in her head into the world for people shuffling by. Few on reservation at the time realized little Tyler was laying the foundation for...
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10 Famous Singers from Nebraska
Nebraska may be known for its sweeping prairies, agricultural heritage, and Midwestern charm, but it has also produced an impressive collection of musical talent. From chart topping pop stars and influential rock musicians to country favorites and acclaimed singer songwriters, the Cornhusker State has contributed voices that have left a lasting mark on American music. These artists have created memorable songs, shaped genres, and connected with audiences through powerful performances and distinctive styles. Their success demonstrates that great music can emerge from anywhere, and Nebraska’s rich musical legacy continues to inspire listeners and performers across generations.
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Comedian Matt Walsh to perform at Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk
NORFOLK, Neb. — The Great American Comedy Festival is bringing a variety of well-known performers to Norfolk this week. Actor and comedian Matt Walsh is set to perform at the Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk on Friday at the District Event Center. Walsh will perform Friday at the...
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Plans underway for Old Settlers, 250 Years - Red, White and Blue
Area residents are being encouraged to make plans to attend this year's Winside Old Settlers events, scheduled for Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 18-21. This year's celebration kicks off Thursday, June 18 with Nebraska historian Jeff Barnes’s presentation of "Custer & the Great Plains: History, Landscape and Legacy.”
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Youth gain skills, create confidence at Camp Invention
It was a great week at Camp Invention. We had 50 campers, 13 junior high and high school student leaders and seven adult helpers to make this week successful!. Each year is so fulfilling for me as I listen to the kids share their invisions with such excitement and see their creations come together. They truly work through the process and our amazing teachers make it happen.
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46th Norfolk Lions Club Youth Fishing Derby helps bring families together
NORFOLK, Neb. - Children from across the Norfolk area teamed up with their parents and volunteers to learn how to fish at the 46th Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday at Skyview Lake. The Norfolk Lions Club partnered with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission this year to host the derby.