Nebraska Press Releases

Jaelen Johnston to Headline 2025 Iron Horse Festival in Holdrege, Nebraska

Nebraska’s Premier Arts & Music Celebration Is Full Steam Ahead HOLDREGE, NE, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jaelen Johnston, the second-place finisher on season 27 of NBC’s “The Voice,” will perform at Holderege, Nebraska …

President Trump Approves Federal Disaster Declaration for March Storm

NEBRASKA, May 23 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495   President Trump Approves Federal Disaster Declaration for March Storm   LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has been notified that a federal disaster declaration submitted to President Donald Trump …

Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Court Marks 90 Years of Justice and Innovation

The Nebraska Workers' Compensation Court commemorated its 90th anniversary with a special event held in Courtroom No. 1 of the court's office on Lincoln Mall. The gathering honored the court’s storied past, recognized the contributions of judges …

Nebraska Judges and Clerks Organize Job Shadow Program for Local 5th Graders

Judges, clerks, and other legal professionals in nine Nebraska counties welcomed fifth graders into their courtrooms and offices as part of an annual Law Day Job Shadowing for 5th Graders program. The event is a cooperative effort between the Nebraska …

Gov. Pillen Celebrates Approval of Gubernatorial Appointees

NEBRASKA, May 22 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495   Gov. Pillen Celebrates Approval of Gubernatorial Appointees   LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen is celebrating the approval of three gubernatorial appointees to two executive code agencies. Today …

Three Participants Graduate from the Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court

Three participants graduated from the Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court on May 12, 2025, at the Saline County Courthouse in Wilber. Judge David Bargen presided over the ceremony. This ceremony marks a significant milestone for program graduates with the …

Nebraska City Law Day Teaches Fifth Graders Lessons in Citizenship and Government

Nebraska City celebrated Law Day 2025 with a program focused on the separation of powers and the foundations of the U.S. government. Fifth graders gathered at the courthouse for a mock trial, history lessons, and presentations from local legal …

UPDATE: A1 AUTOMOTIVE TO CELEBRATE SECOND STORE OPENING ON MAY 23

Lincoln, Nebraska, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- City officials, commissioners and Lincoln Chamber of Commerce representatives will celebrate the opening of A1 Automotive’s second store location at noon on Friday, May 23, at 52nd and Yankee Hill. “We …

A1 AUTOMOTIVE TO CELEBRATE SECOND STORE OPENING ON MAY 30

Lincoln, Nebraska, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- City officials, commissioners and Lincoln Chamber of Commerce representatives will celebrate the opening of A1 Automotive’s second store location at noon on Friday, May 30, at 52nd and Yankee Hill. “We …

Attorney General Hilgers Asks U.S. House to Pass Concealed Carry Reciprocity Resolution

Gov. Pillen Vetoes LB287 for Government Oversight and SID Taxation Concerns

NEBRASKA, May 21 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495   Gov. Pillen Vetoes LB287 for Government Oversight and SID Taxation Concerns   LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has vetoed LB287, which was amended to include two other bills prior to final …

Omaha Woman Fined for Medicaid Fraud

An Omaha woman must repay over $12,000 and serve five years on probation after she pled no contest to a Medicaid fraud scheme on May 20, 2025. District Judge Tressa Alioth found Lisa Mitchell guilty of Theft by Unlawful Taking, a Class IV felony. Lisa …

Two Bills Introduced by Governor Pillen and Attorney General Hilgers Signed Into Law

Today, Attorney General Hilgers is thanking Senators Hardin, Storer, and Sanders for their work on two bills that were signed by Governor Jim Pillen yesterday. Both bills were introduced in January by Senator Hardin and Senator Sanders at the request of …

Rodney A. Nichols Releases Prayers, Poems & Affirmations: Tapestry Threads of the Heart, Mind, and Soul, Volume One

OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rodney A. Nichols, minister of the Gospel and accomplished author, is proud to announce the release of his latest book, Prayers, Poems & Affirmations: Tapestry Threads of the Heart, …

Gershman Mortgage Celebrates Scotsman Guide Recognition Across Branch Network

Branch Highlights Company’s Commitment to Service and Performance LINCOLN, NE, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gershman Mortgage is proud to celebrate the recognition of 14 of its loan officers on the 2025 Scotsman Guide Top …

Governor Pillen Joins Republican Governors to Support One Big Beautiful Bill

NEBRASKA, May 21 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495   Governor Pillen Joins Republican Governors to Support One Big Beautiful Bill   Lincoln, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen joined with 19 other Republican governors to send a letter to President …

Gov. Pillen Signs Legislation Banning Fake Meat in Nebraska

NEBRASKA, May 21 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495   Gov. Pillen Signs Legislation Banning Fake Meat in Nebraska   LINCON, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen signed LB246, banning the production, sale, promotion and distribution of fake meat in …

Gov. Pillen Signs Legislation Protecting Kids From Big Tech

NEBRASKA, May 21 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495   Gov. Pillen Signs Legislation Protecting Kids From Big Tech   LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen signed LB140, LB383, and LB172 – a slate of legislation brought on his behalf, aimed at …

Gov. Pillen Signs Bill to Protect Power Grid from Cryptocurrency Operation Use

NEBRASKA, May 21 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495   Gov. Pillen Signs Bill to Protect Power Grid from Cryptocurrency Operation Use   LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen signed into law LB526, introduced on his behalf by Senator Mike Jacobson …

The Rebuilding the Village Conference Brought Hundreds of Community Members Together to Rebuild, Transform and Thrive

OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Friday, May 16, hundreds of attendees from across the nation gathered Friday at the CHI Health Center and Hilton Omaha Downtown for the 18th Annual Rebuilding the Building Conference …