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A charity golf tournament in Kearney, Nebraska is helping replace aging emergency ambulances that serve the community. The May 29 event brings golfers together to fund vehicles that respond to 911 calls and standby at local sporting events.
CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney, Nebraska just earned a spot among America's 250 Best Hospitals, putting it in the top 5% nationwide. The achievement reflects years of commitment to exceptional patient outcomes and clinical excellence.
Kearney High School students brought home multiple state titles and runner-up finishes across wrestling, dance, bowling, and art this season. The school board celebrated 40+ students for their achievements, including several first-place state champions.
Nebraska's 19th annual Make a Wish fundraiser brought hope to critically ill children through a sports-themed celebration that culminated in granting a young Disney fan's dream. The Kearney event raised crucial funds while showcasing how wishes give children strength during their toughest battles.
A Nebraska hospital is making sure local kids can ride bikes without risking brain injuries. For three years running, they've fitted hundreds of children with proper helmets at a price any family can afford.
CHI Health Good Samaritan and GO Physical Therapy are teaming up to teach Nebraska residents how exercise and nutrition can slash their cancer risk. The free evening seminar offers practical tools anyone can use to take control of their health.
A Nebraska hospital and safety group are making bike helmets affordable for families at just $10, after preventing 250 head injuries in three years. The event pairs safety with summer fun at the local library.
A Nebraska hospital is turning tee time into lifesaving equipment. CHI Health Good Samaritan's charity golf tournament will replace aging ambulances that serve the entire community.
CHI Health Good Samaritan is teaming up with the S.A.F.E. Center to bring free Green Dot training to Kearney, teaching community members how to prevent violence before it starts. The nationally recognized program shows everyday people how to step in and shift their community's culture toward safety.
A Nebraska photographer is transforming hospital hallways into galleries of natural beauty, offering patients and families moments of peace during difficult times. Chuck Starr's wildlife and nature photography now fills CHI Health Good Samaritan's Walkway Gallery through July.
CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney just earned a spot among America's 250 Best Hospitals, placing it in the top 5% of U.S. hospitals for clinical performance. The achievement means patients in Nebraska have access to world-class healthcare right in their own backyard.
Four Nebraska hospitals just earned "A" ratings for patient safety from a national watchdog group, with two facilities in Grand Island and Kearney achieving their fourth and fifth consecutive top marks. Only four hospitals in the entire state received the highest possible safety rating.
Tasmania could finally host its first regular season rugby league games after Melbourne Storm's CEO held promising talks with the state's Premier. The move would bring major sports action to Tasmania after Hawthorn's recent departure.
A high school senior just shattered Nebraska's all-class 100-meter record and set a new state mark in the 200 meters at the same meet. Hazel Haarberg's historic performance proves years of dedication pay off when it matters most.
Two Omaha high schools dominated Nebraska's state wrestling championships, with one team claiming its first title in 13 years and another securing its fourth straight crown. The victories showcase years of dedication finally paying off for young athletes across the state.
A Nebraska hospital is teeing up community support to replace aging ambulances that serve thousands of emergency calls. The charity golf tournament shows how a small community is coming together to keep life-saving services running strong.
American freestyle skier Jaelin Kauf claimed her third Olympic silver medal in the first-ever women's dual moguls event at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games. Team USA swept the podium with two medals as the sport added an exciting head-to-head racing format.
A Nebraska hospital is giving one uninsured patient a completely free hip or knee replacement worth thousands of dollars. Everything from surgery to recovery care is included at no cost.
A Nebraska community is proactively studying how to protect millions of migrating birds before building wind turbines. Local officials brought in experts to ensure renewable energy development doesn't harm the 80% of the world's sandhill cranes that pass through each spring.
For 35 years, a Nebraska foundation has helped 492 students pursue healthcare careers, and many stay to serve their rural communities. Applications are open until April 1 for the next round of scholarships.
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