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Nebraska Legislature panel advances measure aimed at reducing property valuations

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August 16, 2024

Nebraska Legislature panel advances measure aimed at reducing property valuations

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LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — As Nebraska lawmakers consider ways to cut property taxes, another idea has made its way to the floor of the Legislature.

The Revenue Committee on Thursday approved Legislative Resolution 2CA, a constitutional amendment that could change how property valuations work.

Right now, houses are assessed at 100% of their market value, meaning you pay taxes on the whole thing.

LR2CA, introduced by Sen. Tom Brandt of Plymouth, would allow the Legislature to set a lower valuation rate for owner-occupied homes.

SEE ALSO: Where is the property tax relief from Nebraska casinos?

Agricultural land is valued at 75% of its market value.

Some have argued that the discrepancy between ag land and housing isn’t fair.

“It is the homeowners of Nebraska that need and depend upon a reduction in their property taxes to survive as homeowners,” Melanie said on the NOW Local News App. “That is who needs the help here the most.”

SEE ALSO: Nebraska senators advance pared-back property tax relief bill

If the Legislature passes the resolution, Nebraskans would vote on it, which likely wouldn’t happen until 2026.

And even if voters approve the amendment, it’s not a done deal. The amendment gives lawmakers the power to change the rate but doesn’t require them to.

The exact rate would also still need to be worked.

So it would be years before taxpayers would see relief from the plan.

SEE ALSO: Committee advances property tax relief plan in Nebraska Legislature

But supporters said this is an important first step.

Sen. Justin Wayne of Omaha said other states have changed their constitutions to address similar problems.

“Whether it’s Colorado, Arizona, Minnesota, I could keep going on and on,” he said.

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Huskers/OSU game three canceled

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March 1, 2026

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The third matchup this weekend between No. 9 Nebraska and No. 21 Oklahoma State was canceled Sunday due to expected bad weather in the Stillwater, Okla., area. The Cowgirls won the first matchup Thursday, 2-1 in 11 innings, while the Cornhuskers won Saturday, 4-3. The game will not be made up.

Nebraska now prepares for its home opener Thursday at Bowlin Stadium as the Huskers take on South Dakota State in a doubleheader. First pitch is scheduled for 4 p.m.

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Nebraska State Patrol investigates attempted murder/suicide in Kearney County

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March 1, 2026

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Nebraska State Patrol investigates attempted murder/suicide in Kearney County

MINDEN, Neb. (KSNB) – The Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from the Kearney County Sheriff’s Office and Kearney County Attorney’s Office, is investigating an attempted murder/suicide in rural Kearney County.

The Kearney County Sheriff’s Office was called to the scene Saturday afternoon.

According to NSP, three children and a woman had gunshot wounds, with the woman found dead.

The three children were transported by ambulance to Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney and treated for their injuries. Two of the children have since been transported to Children’s Hospital in Omaha.

NSP said all three children are expected to survive. The children are all under the age of 12.

This investigation is ongoing. Law enforcement said there is no ongoing threat to the public.

According to NSP, names are not being released at this time to protect the identities of the victims.

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UNK Students Selected for Nebraska Intercollegiate Band – Sandhills Express

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February 28, 2026

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UNK Students Selected for Nebraska Intercollegiate Band – Sandhills Express

Ten UNK students will perform with other outstanding instrumentalists from across the state as part of the 2026 Nebraska Intercollegiate Band. Front row, from left: Olivia Kohmetscher, Kaia Johnson, Douglas Davidchik, Micah Feddersen and Avery Reitz. Back row, from left: Evan Porter, Ike Smith, Kaitlyn Obrecht, Cameron Grafel and Chloe Harms. (Courtesy UNK, Click to enlarge)

KEARNEY, Neb – Ten students will represent the University of Nebraska at Kearney as members of the 2026 Nebraska Intercollegiate Band.

They’ll perform 11:30 a.m. March 7 in Kimball Recital Hall on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus as part of the 65th annual Nebraska State Bandmasters Association convention. The concert is free and open to the public.

The Nebraska Intercollegiate Band includes outstanding instrumentalists from colleges and universities across the state. Students selected for the honor spend time rehearsing together in Lincoln before performing for the public. This year’s ensemble is led by guest conductor Donald McKinney, director of bands at Indiana University.

“Rehearsing and performing in the Nebraska Intercollegiate Band will be an excellent opportunity for experiential learning,” said professor Duane Bierman, director of bands at UNK. “Not only will these students get a great musical experience but they will also get a chance to expand their network and grow their interpersonal skills.”

Students representing UNK include:
Broken Bow – Cameron Grafel, horn
Columbus – Douglas Davidchik, clarinet
Elm Creek – Chloe Harms, euphonium
Grand Island – Olivia Kohmetscher, tenor saxophone
Kearney – Ike Smith, trumpet
Kearney – Micah Feddersen, trumpet
Kearney – Avery Reitz, string bass and tuba
La Vista – Kaitlyn Obrecht, piano
Minden – Evan Porter, percussion
Ravenna – Kaia Johnson, flute