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Bill to Allow Packer Ownership of Livestock Advances

Meat packers would be able to own hogs and contract with Nebraska producers under a bill advancing in the Unicameral.

Service Honors Fallen Omaha Officer

Funeral services for Omaha Police officer Kerrie Orozco, who was killed in the line of duty, were held Tuesday.

Blood Donations Needed For Summer

The upcoming summer season brings with it busier schedules, and LifeServe Blood Center, based in Sioux City, Iowa, finds their blood supply falls low as people take less time to make regular donations.

Farmers At Higher Risk for Skin Cancer

The National Farm Medicine Center has released results of a skin cancer screening that checked for signs of skin cancer and asked questions about sun protection and exposure.

Delmont Closed Today, Thursday for Clean-up

The clean-up continues in Delmont, South Dakota, where a tornado ruined many buildings on May 10th.

Twins Win Fourth Straight

Mike Pelfrey was sharp for seven innings, Trevor Plouffe and Kurt Suzuki hit back-to-back RBI doubles in the first inning, and the Minnesota Twins held on to beat the Boston Red Sox 2-1 on Tuesday night.

Yankees Top Royals

Mark Teixeira homered and drove in four runs and the New York Yankees beat the Kansas City Royals 5-1 Tuesday night to send the AL champions to their first three-game skid this season.

Huskers Extend Miles Contract

Nebraska men’s basketball coach Tim Miles has had his contract extended one year through the 2019-20 season.

Gophers Get Transfer

Texas A&M forward Davonte Fitzgerald is transferring to Minnesota.

Coyotes Release Schedule

South Dakota’s 2015 soccer schedule includes a season opener at Creighton, a home opener against Iowa State and nine home games at the USD Soccer Complex.

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