US has launched a rescue operation after Iranian state media says American fighter jet went down in Iran, AP source says

US has launched a rescue operation after Iranian state media says American fighter jet went down in Iran, AP source says

April 3, 2026Updated: April 3, 2026

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Regional

World-class magicians to kick off Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk

World-class magicians to kick off Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk

U.S. 20 project near Orchard set to begin next week

U.S. 20 project near Orchard set to begin next week

Northeast Community College Earns 2026–2027 Military Friendly School Designation

Northeast Community College Earns 2026–2027 Military Friendly School Designation

Hoiberg reflects on best season in program history

Hoiberg reflects on best season in program history

State

Latest on Brand Bill: Sen. Tanya Storer weighs in

Shinedown Headlines Rock Lineup at Nebraska State Fair

Mary Lynch Elementary hosts annual Carnival Family Night

Spring Expo returns to Sidney with big prizes, family fun and regional turnout this weekend

Geneva VFW to have cost to acquire Constitution covered by local Boy Scout troop

Kearney breaks ground on new Fire Station #3

Sports

WNCC softball team falls to Southeast

Throwers lead Chadron State at Easter Classic

Thomas scores 20 as West Virginia downs Creighton 87-70 in CBC

WNCC baseball earns a split with Lamar Saturday

Colorado sports notes: Jokic scores 40, outduels Wembanyama and Nuggets top Spurs 136-134 in OT

Eagles Lose Late-Inning Leads vs. Rangers

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety

‘Worst-case scenario’: Fertilizer, fuel cost spikes hitting Nebraska farmers hard

Outdoor notes: Haag shares 100 years of Nebraskaland