Nebraska News
News stories from the past 60 days.
Feb 5, 2026 - Profiles a Nebraska freshman college student aiming to practice medicine in a rural community. Describes her experiences growing up in a rural area, interactions with the medical system, and what drew her to her rural-focused program.
Source: UNK News
Jan 22, 2026 - Highlights a new facility at the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus to expand rural health education. The facility will allow for an interprofessional model of training and team-based care. Discusses recruiting students from rural communities with the goal of addressing workforce shortages in Nebraska and improving rural economies in the state.
Source: KSNB
Dec 26, 2025 - Profiles a Nebraska oncologist working to increase access to cancer care in rural areas.
Source: Targeted Oncology
Last Updated: 2/5/2026