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Michael Svoboda: Nebraska's Hollywood Writer
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Hollywood is home to some of the biggest names in entertainment. It is also home to Hollywood writer, UNL professor and homegrown husker Michael Svoboda. This story talks about his life, his many occupations and the reasons behind it all.על ידי Denzel Burke
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Finding a purpose in a time of doubt
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This is the story of Jason Anderson, the foundation he helps run, and how he and his family found their purpose in finding a cure for Crohn's disease.על ידי Nebraska News Service
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Kiewit Hall: Boosting Nebraska to the Forefront of Engineering
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The University of Nebraska-Lincoln took a massive step in getting the engineering program in the same conversation as some of the top institutions around the country. It is the biggest academic project the university has seen since it opened in 1869. How does Kiewit Hall enhance engineering at Nebraska, help students, and draw more to the program? …
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Plagiarism, brainstorming and academic integrity: How educators are approaching AI in Nebraska schools
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Hear how educators, administrators and the Nebraska Department of Education are approaching the rise of AI use in the classroom. Minimizing opportunities for academic dishonesty while maximizing potential for positive AI improvements to class efficiency will be key in the days ahead. Grappling with how to properly identify the work of an AI text ge…
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Dogs, fields and fun: The Story of Yappy Pack playgroup
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Yappy Pack dog playgroup is a weekly play date for dogs that raises money each year for the Nebraska Humane Society. Hear from group volunteers and attendees about how Yappy Pack is making a difference for canines in Omaha.על ידי Grant Hansen
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Refugee's welcome: A Lincoln Literacy legacy
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At Lincoln Literacy, the power of education can transform lives. No matter your background or English proficiency level, their doors are open to everyone eager to learn and grow.על ידי Mari Pilling
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Education for ecosystems: UNL professor helps to lead the charge for reptiles and amphibians in Nebraska
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Learn more about University of Nebraska Lincoln professor Dennis Ferraro and how he has worked to preserve native reptiles and amphibians in the state of Nebraska over the last 30 years. Monica Macoubrie of Nebraska Game and Parks provides perspective on the value of education in conservation science.…
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Lincoln pop-punk band, Hold Your Breath, set to raise suicide awareness in upcoming performance
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A pop-punk band out of Lincoln, Nebraska, Hold Your Breath, is putting on a performance dedicated to increasing suicide awareness. As a group that has personally experienced this, the bandmates describe why they are putting on this benefit show and what they hope comes of it. Angela Palmer-Wackerly, an associate professor of health communication at…
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Autumn birding in Nebraska: An experience for all!
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Feminist Lens: Why Barbie and Taylor Swift spurred nation-wide phenomena
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Feminist Lens is a podcast hosted by Savannah Redl. Emily Scheidler joins as a co-host for this special episode. Join Savannah and Emily as they discuss two major pop culture events through the eyes of feminism. Savannah and Emily are joined by various guest interviews as they discuss Barbie and Taylor Swift (along with Swift's Eras tour) and how t…
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The McWilliams family legacy in Lincoln
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From slavery to soldier to Lincoln resident, the life and legacy of John Jefferson Mcwilliams lives on in Lincoln. Listen as reporter Savannah Redl speaks with researcher Ed Zimmer and direct ancestor Paia McWilliams about the families history, legacy, and impact.על ידי Savannah Redl
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Wax Buffalo to host Lincoln's magical winter market
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Wax Buffalo is a local candle shop who is hosting Lincoln's second winter market in the Haymarket. Savannah Redl spoke with Founder Alicia Reisinger and Brand Specialist Brianne Bayer about the event.על ידי Savannah Redl
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Americans are going 'Recession Brunette'
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Consumers and hairstylists in Nebraska share their thoughts about the trend "recession brunette"על ידי Ashtyn Tridle
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Research team awarded largest arts and humanities grant in UNL history
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UNL research team members William G. Thomas III and Katrina Jagodinsky share their perspectives on this historic achievement and what will come from their efforts.על ידי Bennett Stanchfield
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Nebraska's wetlands could be endangered with pending SCOTUS case
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https://nebraskanewsservice.net/?p=97999&preview=trueעל ידי Ashtyn Tridle
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Sixpence in Schuyler cultivates the skills of young children
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Sixpence is an early childhood program that helps prepare Nebraska children from birth to four years old for success. Heading this movement were Helen Raikes and her late husband, former Sen. Ron Raikes. Helen Raikes explains that Sixpence was created in order to help bring pilot pre-kindergarten programs off the ground with the help of private and…
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Nebraska may increase minimum wage over the next few decades depending on poll results
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KRNU student reporter Holly Fischer covers Initiative 433 on the ballot. Initiative 433 may increase the minimum wage over the next few decades. It all depends on voting Nebraskans.על ידי Nebraska News Service
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Initiative 433 may increase minimum wage for Nebraskans
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KRNU student reporter Quin Sleddens covers Initiative 433. Initiative 433 would raise Nebraska's minimum wage over the next few decades.על ידי Nebraska News Service
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Initiative 432 will require Nebraskans to present ID at polls
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KRNU student reporter Hallie Gutzwiller covers Initiative 432 and why Nebraskans think it's controversial. Initiative 432 would require all Nebraskans to present a photo ID in order to vote at the polls.על ידי Nebraska News Service
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Campaign advertising has a deeper meaning than you think
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Campaign advertising is abundant during election season. KRNU student reporter Kelby Bachman covers why campaign advertising sticks in our heads.על ידי Nebraska News Service
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Some Nebraskans think that Initiative 432 may cause more harm than good
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KRNU student reporter Emma Smith covers Initiative 432, a policy that Nebraska voters will vote upon on November 8th. Initiative 432 would require all Nebraskans to present a photographic ID when voting at the polls.על ידי Nebraska News Service
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Overview of Nebraska 2nd Congressional District candidates: Don Bacon and Tony Vargas
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KRNU student reporters Erick Estrada and Bousaina Ibrahim give an overview of the 2nd Congressional District candidates, Tony Vargas and Don Bacon.על ידי Nebraska News Service
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Overview of Nebraska 1st Congressional District candidates: Patty Pansing Brooks and Mike Flood
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KRNU student reporter Samantha Grove covers profiles of Nebraska 1st Congressional District candidates Patty Pansing Brooks and Mike Flood.על ידי Nebraska News Service
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Candidates for Nebraska Legislature District 46 share differences ahead of election
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Nebraska Nightly reporter Rebecca Heckel sits down with legislative candidates James Michael Bowers and Danielle Conrad on what makes each the right candidate for North Lincoln in the Nebraska Legislature.על ידי Rebecca Heckel
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This episode highlights the issue surrounding women working in the sports media field. In this audio story, you will hear from three women who are currently working in the sports media field and get to hear there perspective on this issue.על ידי Sam Alessandro
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Brick Days continues to grow with support from the Nebraska Lego community
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On November 13th and 14th, the Lancaster Event Center is hosting the 5th annual Brick Days event. Brick Days is an event that welcomes Lego fans both young and old to showcase their builds, and the opportunity to connect over a shared interest. Event Organizer Daniel Schmidt spoke about the growing popularity of the event since its inception in the…
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Service dogs leave an impact on both trainers and owners
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Em Paquette, a senior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, is training her husky, Luna, to become her service dog. Once her training is complete, Luna will be able to help Paquette with her PTSD once her training is complete. Chrystal Walter is the community outreach coordinator and assistant to the founder of Domesti-PUPS in Lincoln. While the p…
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Battle of the Bands hits all the right notes
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Senior music education major and multi-instrumentalist Justin Richard and his peers created a new event for the three Friday Night Pep Bands (called Unity Walk, Misty's, and Football Friday) after COVID-19 restrictions made it so they couldn't play at their normal locations. Football Friday Leader Hunter Foged said he's enjoyed every second of the …
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Cornhole tournament raises money for children’s coats
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The Lincoln Firefighters Association hosted the first-ever Cornhole for Coats on Oct. 23. The event benefits Operation Warm, an organization that helps provide free winter coats to children.על ידי Devin Hinkson
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As Lincoln grows, bird friendly communities can protect native species
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Operations Manager Kevin Poague and Education Directer Jason St. Sauver, both of the Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center in Denton, offer guided bird walks on the third Tuesday of each month. The aptly named Third Tuesday Bird Walks provide an opportunity for Nebraskans to learn about species native to the prairie of southeastern Nebraska. However,…
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Experts warn a resurgence in flu could cause a “twindemic” with COVID-19
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Experts are warning we could see a resurgence in the flu this winter. The CDC reports relaxed COVID-19 measures such as lapsing mask mandates may result in an increase in flu in the 2021–2022 flu season. This is bad news as Nebraska is still averaging more than 600 COVID-19 cases each day, potentially leading to a “twindemic.” The CDC says a twinde…
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Gender-based discrimination in video games impacts women
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UNL students, Amy Conner and Des Backer, said they are often targeted by sexist players in online multiplayer video games. Two studies published out of Ohio State University and Florida State University found this harassment has major effects on the mental health and well-being of women.על ידי Evan Fort
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Opinions in Nebraska split on controversial Texas abortion ban
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A controversial Texas law banning abortions after six weeks of pregnancy went into effect on Sept. 1, 2021. Senate Bill 8 bans abortions after medical professionals can detect a heartbeat—which can be as early as six weeks. A study from Monmouth University shows 54% of the public disagrees with the Supreme Court, which allowed the Texas law to go i…
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Local rapper HAKIM makes waves in Nebraska
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A local entrepreneur and music artist named HAKIM is influencing the rap culture around Lincoln. He has released eight full albums and is working on releasing another in the future. HAKIM has 422 monthly listeners on Spotify, his most frequently streamed songs off the album “Cream of Crop 2” are “Back Seat Freestyle” and “New Edition.” Despite his …
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In-game toxicity affects UNL esports team
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Toxic behavior in video games can take a toll on players' mental health. Online multiplayer games like Overwatch have text and voice chat so players can communicate with each other. It’s through these channels that toxicity like trash-talking, hate speech, and sexual harassment occurs. Sam Newell and Steven Spotanski are two members of UNL Revival,…
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Farm tour opens doors for learning and discovery
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The Dig Deeper Farm Tour gave Southeast Nebraska residents the chance to get out and learn more about local agriculture. Wally Graeber, the program coordinator for the Nebraska Sustainable Agriculture Society, encourages Nebraskans to get out and see the benefits of supporting local farms. FULL STORY - https://nebraskanewsservice.net/news/farm-tour…
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Former Husker sprinter finds his outlet in songwriting
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Noah Velinsky, a former Husker sprinter needed an outlet for his anxiety after a year marked by COVID-19, and he found it in country music. Velinsky began successfully making music on his own, then through social media and chance encounters, formed the Noah James Band in 2021. The band has been performing in and around Lincoln since its formation. …
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Hub and Soul unites local restaurants, breweries and musicians
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Members of the Lincoln community gathered at the Union Plaza Amphitheater on September 9th for the 3rd annual Hub and Soul music series. This event is open to people of all ages and backgrounds to celebrate music, local food and Lincoln’s parks. The first week of the series was postponed due to a heat advisory and the second was canceled due to wea…
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Huskers gift "the gameday experience" to local children, continuing sell-out streak
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With Nebraska's sellout streak on the line, Dr. Lawrence Chatters, the University of Nebraska's Senior Associate Athletic Director for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, found a solution that would allow for underprivileged youth from around the state to attend the home opener against Fordham, continuing the sellout streak.…
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Protests stem from alleged UNL Fraternity sexual assault case
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Hundreds gathered to protest in response to the sexual assault allegation that occurred on Tuesday, Aug. 24, at the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity house on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's campus. The crowd first assembled Tuesday, Aug. 24, outside of the Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity house where one of its members is alleged to have sexually assaulte…
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Nebraska releases results from "U Text, U Drive, U Pay" campaign
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Cody Thomas, Nebraska State Patrol Public Relations Director and Bill Kovarik, Highway Safety Administrator of the Highway Safety Office discuss the recent "U Text, U Drive, U Pay" distracted driving campaign to raise awareness about distracted driving. Full story -על ידי Nebraska News Service
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UNL student perspectives differ around online classes
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The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is returning to full capacity and decreasing web-conferencing offerings for the fall 2021 semester. Sophomores Hallie Gutzwiller and Hannah Bartling discuss their experiences with online classes.על ידי Kara Stone
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Battle of the Joshes: How an internet meme raised over $13,000 for the Children’s Hospital and Medical Center
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Last year, 22 year-old Tucsonan student Josh Swain, created a Facebook group chat. This group chat, was comprised of around 20 others, all with the name: "Josh Swain." His message read: "You're probably wondering why I've gathered you all here today." Josh then issued the formal invitation: "Precisely, 4/24/2021, 12:00 p.m., meet at these coordinat…
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Lincoln cigar bar hosts weekly chess nights
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The game of chess has seen massive growth in popularity since the beginning of the pandemic. A group of Lincoln players have found a unique over-the-board experience. Cigarz Lounge near 8th and Q street in Lincoln hosts a Monday night chess league every week. Owner of Cigarz Lounge Stacy Williams and league judge Steve Kuzma began the league in Sep…
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Small town summer celebrations return after a year of COVID-19
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As summer draws near, small towns across Nebraska are busy planning the return of their annual summer celebrations after COVID-19 eliminated most events beginning in the spring of 2020. Cindy Walsh, co-coordinator of Ashland’s Stir Up celebration, and Ashland resident Marilyn Wright discuss what the return of the event means to the community. Full …
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The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s LGBTQA+ & Women’s Center hosted a “What does it mean to Be a Man?” webinar April 15. Male students and faculty of UNL were encouraged to attend, share stories and discuss what they believe it means to be a man. Derrick Gulley, program coordinator for the LGBTQA+ & Women’s Center, and Trenton Haltom, Ph.D. candid…
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Beatrice public schools eliminates mask mandate
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The Beatrice Public School district is one of the first districts to eliminate its mask mandate. Beatrice is the closest proximity school district to Omaha and Lincoln to do so. The school board voted to eliminate the mask mandate at its April board meeting after teachers reported they had been vaccinated. Jason Alexander, superintendent for Beatri…
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Local artists: COVID-19 has impacted our creative process
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Many Nebraska artists and creatives have felt their creativity and motivation to produce art decrease dramatically throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Local Lincoln jewelry designer, crafter, and small business owner Alison Stasny, owner of Spitfire July, said not having a physical separation from her day job and creative space at home negatively imp…
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Panelists discuss reducing carbon footprint by 2030
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Kim Morrow, director of Climate Planning and Resilience at sustainability company Verdis Group, and Vivian Nguyen, contractor for the U.S. Agency for International Development and co-founder of Sustain UNL, spoke at the Solve Climate by 2030 webinar on April 7. Morrow and Nguyen spoke to an audience of students, faculty and staff about how people c…
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Lincoln Public Schools to open new high school in fall 2022
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Lincoln Public Schools will open the doors to a new high school in the fall of 2022. This would be the seventh LPS high school in Lincoln. Scott Wieskamp, director of operations for Lincoln Public Schools, said another high school was severely needed because of overcapacity. The school’s location will be at Northwest 48th and West Holdrege Street. …
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