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Omaha Public Schools Budget Crunch: OPS says a Nebraska Department of Education miscalculation tied to free and reduced-price lunch funding created a $50.6 million shortfall, prompting a plan that includes smaller staff pay increases, a property tax levy increase, and a $27 million reserve draw—while officials insist students won’t see direct cuts. Broadband Reliability: West Omaha Quantum Fiber customers report 15+ days without internet, leading to complaints to the Nebraska Public Service Commission and calls for providers to offer local customer contact numbers. AI Policy Money: Anthropic announced a $20 million donation to a group backing AI regulation, with Reuters noting the group’s political committees have contributed to Nebraska Sen. Pete Ricketts. Ag Policy & Farm Ops: USDA launched a Nebraska acreage reporting modernization pilot (Seward County) and Sen. Deb Fischer highlighted Farm Bill text priorities aimed at precision ag tools and rural connectivity. Food Safety Fallout: The Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce recall tied to cyclosporiasis expanded to 27 states, with the outbreak still climbing. Energy Storage Milestone: WATTMORE says it completed construction of a 3 MW/12 MWh long-duration storage project for Lincoln Electric System, moving toward final commissioning. Community Support: Nebraska Diaper Bank partnered with Hope Harbor in Grand Island to expand diaper access and connect families to additional help.

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The Polk County Fair: Home of Nebraska’s greatest (demolition derby) hits

The Polk County Fair: Home of Nebraska’s greatest (demolition derby) hits

USDA Reminds Nebraska Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports, Announces Modernized Pilot Acreage Reporting Process

USDA Reminds Nebraska Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports, Announces Modernized Pilot Acreage Reporting Process

Nebraska Diaper Bank expands services to Grand Island through new Hope Harbor partnership

Nebraska Diaper Bank expands services to Grand Island through new Hope Harbor partnership

National Publication Highlights Nebraska’s Behavioral Health Workforce Model

National Publication Highlights Nebraska’s Behavioral Health Workforce Model

Nebraska jobless rate dips below 3.0 percent in June

Nebraska jobless rate dips below 3.0 percent in June

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Jul. 21, 2026

Housing and Insurance Subcommittee Examines the Federal Home Loan Bank System

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Housing and Insurance Subcommittee Examines the Federal Home Loan Bank System

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As Grid Warnings Mount Across the Country, Buckeye Power Systems Urges Homes and Businesses to Prep for Power Outages

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State of Nebraska Recognizes City of Minden’s Business and Workforce Growth

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