SHELBY — Looking to close the Winter Olympics with a bang? There’s no bigger viewing party in Central Nebraska tonight than in Shelby.

The rules are pretty clear — no tweeting in court.

As it begins to distribute forms, the U.S. Census Bureau is looking for a few good workers to make sure they’re returned.

Officials at Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska have been looking at building a second Grand Island retail store for several years.

Take it from Dodge Elementary students: Coming to Grand Island during sandhill crane season is “Worth the Trip.”

HASTINGS — With most of the animals that Dave Kleven revealed to his young audience at Hastings Museum on Thursday morning, he was greeted with a chorus of excited squeals.

A pep rally that had been scheduled for Monday morning to honor Grand Island Senior High’s Class A state champion wrestling team has been canceled.

CHAPMAN — A Merrick County sheriff’s deputy suffered numerous broken bones in a one-car accident late Thursday night.

UNL Extension in Hall County is taking applications for the 2010 Master Gardener program. The program provides an opportunity for interested individuals to increase their horticultural knowledge and expertise. Registration for the program involves filling out the application, paying the fee and agreeing to volunteer service time to the local extension office. Volunteer time can be served by answering horticulture calls at the office, helping with 4-H gardening activities and helping at the county fair.

The American Cancer Society has named Nick Freeland to serve as chairman for this year’s Hall County Relay for Life.