Nebraska
Nebraska filmmakers work to highlight issues surrounding veterans' mental health
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – Luke Jensen and Rob Kugler, two Nebraska born veterans, are premiering a film called ‘Crossed Paths’ to bring awareness of the struggles that veterans often face.
The film showcases the journey of Jensen and Kugler after they were deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq in the 2000s.
In their separate journeys, Kugler was faced with the loss of a family member and pet while facing his duties and building resillience through community support in the Marine Corps.
Jensen was faced with the struggle for self discovery in the Marine Corps Reserves in Omaha and in the National Guard.
According to Jensen, he began to heal after traveling to Peru and discovering natural medicine like Ayahuasca and other meditating techniques.
Both veterans are hopeful their film can serve as a gateway for veterans that there is hope at the end of the tunnel.
“From my point of view, I think it’s always good to be willing to try something new,” Jensen said. “I think just watching it feels like you’re going on an adventure and traveling to a different place.”
The ‘Crossed Paths’ film will premiere Saturday, January 11th, at 7:00 p.m. at UNO’s Thompson Alumni Center.
Admission is completely free.
For more information, click here.
Copyright 2025 WOWT. All rights reserved.
Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
Jadeon Carter from Lincoln, Nebraska, has flipped his commitment and will now stay in-state as he has committed to Nebraska-Omaha. Carter originally committed to Missouri in August 2024.
Carter just finished his senior year at Lincoln East High School and does his club swimming with Lincoln Select.
This past spring, Carter swam to a Nebraska High School state title in the 500 freestyle. He swam to a season best 4:39.09 but was faster in prelims with a 4:36.66. He finished 2nd in the 200 free in a season best of a 1:41.45.
In March, Carter swam to numerous lifetime bests at Sectionals in Columbia, Missouri. There he swam a 1:49.61 200 back for 15th as well as a 4:05.92 in the 400 IM for 21st. He also notched a personal best of a 51.96 in the 100 back.
Carter’s best SCY times are:
- 200 free: 1:41.20
- 500 free: 4:34.01
- 100 back: 51.96
- 200 back: 1:49.61
The Nebraska-Omaha men finished 4th out of seven teams at the 2025 Summit League Championships. They scored 507.5 points finishing just behind 3rd place South Dakota State that scored 544 points. Owen Hoak led the way for Omaha with 29.5 individual points including 4th place finishes in the 50 and 100 freestyles.
Based on his best times, Carter would have made the conference ‘B’ final in the 200 back and finished 12th overall. It took a 1:48.53 to make the 200 back ‘A’ final. His 200 free also would have made the conference ‘B’ final.
Carter will arrive this fall as a member of the class of 2029 along with Brady Wainionpaa (breaststroker), Mason Zadina (fly/sprint free), and Carson Agnew (breaststroker).
If you have a commitment to report, please send an email with a photo (landscape, or horizontal, looks best) and a quote to [email protected].
About the Fitter and Faster Swim Tour
Fitter & Faster Swim Camps feature the most innovative teaching platforms for competitive swimmers of all levels. Camps are produced year-round throughout the USA and Canada. All camps are led by elite swimmers and coaches. Visit fitterandfaster.com to find or request a swim camp near you.
FFT SOCIAL
Instagram – @fitterandfasterswimtour
Facebook – @fitterandfastertour
Twitter – @fitterandfaster
FFT is a SwimSwam partner.
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Malachi Witherspoon pitched six scoreless and got plenty of offensive support in Oklahoma’s 7-4 victory over Nebraska in the nightcap of the Chapel Hill Regional on Friday.
Witherspoon (4-8) allowed three hits and struck out nine batters.
No. 2 regional seed Oklahoma (36-20) will play regional host North Carolina on Saturday. No. 3 Nebraska (32-28) faces a loser-out game against No. 4 Holy Cross. North Carolina defeated Holy Cross 4-0 earlier Friday.
Oklahoma took a 3-0 lead on Drew Dickerson’s two-run home run in the second and Easton Carmichael’s leadoff home run in the third.
Trey Gambill made it 4-0 with an RBI single in the fifth and Kyle Branch delivered a two-run single in Oklahoma’s three-run seventh inning.
Max Buettenback laced a bases-loaded triple in Nebraska’s four-run eighth inning.
The game started 2 1/2 hours late after a rain delay.
Jackson Brockett (4-4) took the loss.
Dylan Crooks earned his 15th save.
Oklahoma is making its 42nd appearance in the NCAA tournament. Nebraska, which won the Big Ten Tournament as the eighth seed, is making its 19th NCAA appearance.
Find more college sports coverage from The Dallas Morning News here.
Find more Oklahoma coverage from The Dallas Morning News here.
Nebraska released the volleyball schedule for the 2025 season earlier this week. The Huskers finished the 2024 season with a 33-3 record. They also won the Big Ten title with a 19-1 conference mark.
They entered the NCAA Tournament as the third overall seed, making it all the way to the semifinals before falling to eventual national champion Penn State.
One of the key storylines for this season will be new coach Dani Busboom Kelly. She took over in January 2025, following the retirement of legendary coach John Cook. Now, Nebraska volleyball will begin a new era.
The Huskers kick off the season on Friday, Aug. 22, when they host the Pitt Panthers at Pinnacle Bank Arena as part of the AVCA First Serve Showcase. They start Big Ten play against the Michigan Wolverines on Wednesday, Sep. 24, in Lincoln, Nebraska. They close the 2025 season on Nov. 29 at home against Ohio State.
The program looks poised for another major run in 2025, but will have to try to replace All-Americans Lexi Rodriguez and Merritt Beason. Things will look a bit different on the sidelines without Cook, but the program should be in good hands with a new head coach, and most of last season’s starters are returning.
Find the entire schedule below.
Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X (formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Wyoming History: 1927 Kelly Flood Killed 6, Washed Out 75 Buildings
Bitcoin Scandal Forces Czech Justice Minister to Step Down – News Bytes Bitcoin News
For travel-loving Canadians, other financial goals take a back seat to vacation spending
Fitness coach who helped Nita Ambani, Anant Ambani lose weight shares why workouts alone may not help shed kilos
Shashtipoorthi Movie Review: A relatable relationship drama, held back by a plodding screenplay
-
World1 week agoNeo-Nazi cult leader extradited to US for plot to kill Jewish children
-
Technology1 week agoDiscord might use AI to help you catch up on conversations
-
Movie Reviews1 week agoMovie review: 'Dogma' re-release highlights thoughtful script – UPI.com
-
Business1 week agoPlastic Spoons, Umbrellas, Violins: A Guide to What Americans Buy From China
-
World1 week agoCade Cunningham Gains $45 Million From All-NBA Honors
-
Movie Reviews6 days agoMOVIE REVIEW – Mission: Impossible 8 has Tom Cruise facing his final reckoning
-
Politics1 week agoDefense secretary announces pay raises for Army paratroopers: 'We have you and your families in mind'
-
World1 week agoEU membership, seizing Russia’s money needed to rebuild Ukraine: Analysts