Cornhusker State News

Nebraska received two grants totaling $548,873 for regional innovation strategies in 2022 from the US Economic Development Administration.

Individual income tax revenue down 10.3% from previous quarter in Nebraska

The fourth quarter of 2022 brought in $702 million in individual income tax revenue for Nebraska, a 10.3% decrease from the third quarter of 2022, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Tuition and fees at Mid-Plains Community College for in-state students among the highest in Nebraska in 2022

College costs for in-state students at Mid-Plains Community College, in North Platte, were $3,480 in 2022, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

Home vacancies in Nebraska down 0.2 percent in Q1

Nebraska’s home vacancy rate was 0.6 percent in the first quarter of 2022, a decrease of 0.2 percent from the previous quarter, according to a U.S. Census Bureau report.

VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Nebraska average $164,809 for Q3

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Nebraska for the third quarter of fiscal year 2022 averaged $164,809, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Traffic/Weather Alert

By Press release submission | Jan 4, 2023

For folks traveling in northeast, south central and central Nebraska this morning, please be aware of possible travel impacts due to the weather.

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Gastrointestinal Illnesses Associated With Consuming Alfalfa Sprouts

By Press release submission | Jan 4, 2023

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), in collaboration with the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, Douglas County Health Department, Sarpy/Cass Health Department, and Three Rivers Public Health Department, continues to investigate a cluster of gastrointestinal illnesses caused by the bacteria Salmonella Typhimurium.

2022: Metropolitan Community College Area charges some of the lowest tuition rates and fees for in-Nebraska students

College costs for in-state students at Metropolitan Community College Area, in Omaha, were $3,285 in 2022, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

10 people die with COVID-19 listed as the underlying cause in Nebraska during week ending Dec. 24

There were 10 deaths with COVID-19 listed as the underlying cause reported in Nebraska in the week ending Dec. 24, making up 3.7% of total deaths by all causes in Nebraska.

How many 85 and older-year-olds died in Nebraska during week ending December 17?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 80 individuals age 85 and older died during the week ending December 17.

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Nebraska receives 1 EDA grant totaling $723,935 for public works in 2022

Nebraska received one grant totaling $723,935 for public works in 2022 from the US Economic Development Administration.

End of life: Nebraska deaths during week ending Dec. 17, 2022 did not exceed death expectancy

Nebraska's death count did not exceed death expectancy during the week ending Dec. 17, 2022, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

2022: Northeast Community College charges some of the highest tuition rates and fees for in-Nebraska students

College costs for in-state students at Northeast Community College, in Norfolk, were $3,840 in 2022, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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See these? Do This.

By Press release submission | Jan 3, 2023

When you are approaching a stopped emergency vehicle, including tow trucks, safely vacate the lane closest to the vehicle and slow down.

Designated sites: Live Christmas tree disposal

By Press release submission | Jan 3, 2023

The Hastings Parks and Recreation Department offers three locations for residents to dispose of Christmas trees after the holiday.

Nebraska receives 4 EDA grants totaling $730,500 for planning in 2022

Nebraska received four grants totaling $730,500 for planning in 2022 from the US Economic Development Administration.

Southeast Community College Area listed among most affordable Nebraska institutions for in-state students in 2022

College costs for in-state students at Southeast Community College Area, in Lincoln, were $2,808 in 2022, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

14 people die with COVID-19 listed as a contributing cause in Nebraska during week ending Dec. 24

There were 14 deaths with COVID-19 listed as a contributing cause reported in Nebraska in the week ending Dec. 24, making up 5.1% of total deaths by all causes in Nebraska.

Nebraska's combined tax revenues down 8.7% from Q3 to Q4 2022

Nebraska collected $1.7 billion in combined tax revenues and income taxes during the fourth quarter of 2022.

60 people in 75-84 age group in Nebraska are estimated to have died during week ending December 17