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February 2026
PBS KIDS Launches "Phoebe & Jay" to Spark Literacy Learning
A new PBS KIDS series helps preschoolers discover reading through everyday objects like signs, labels and flyers.
February 2026
Hastings Donor Champions Public Media with Lifelong Commitment
A former physician and community advocate, Phyllis Salyards has supported public broadcasting in Nebraska through fundraising, board service and charitable giving.
February 2026
Legislature Coverage Strengthens Civic Engagement Across Nebraska
For Heath Mello, real-time Legislature access makes government more transparent, responsive and meaningful to Nebraskans everywhere.
February 2026: From the Archives
Civil Rights, Barbershops and Broadcasts: Black Stories on Public Media
For Black History Month, we take a look in our archives at how public media has captured Black voices, activism, and culture in Nebraska.
February 2026
Gourmet Steakhouse Draws Global Diners to Small-Town Nebraska
Chef Ryan Puls blends tradition and innovation at The Speakeasy, a rural Nebraska restaurant housed in a red-brick building.
January 2026
Quick, Trusted News From Nebraska Public Media Every Weekday
Hosted by Jackie Ourada, the "Nebraska Update" podcast delivers trusted daily headlines and efficient news coverage for listeners on the go.
January 2026
Step into 1931 Lincoln with "Nebraska Stories"
In the new season of "Nebraska Stories", a long-lost photo captures Lincoln’s everyday life before the rise of car culture reshaped the city.
January 2026
Spark Science Curiosity with Winter Weather Activities
Cold weather offers natural ways to teach kids how water freezes and melts using real-world observation and playful questions.
January 2026
Across States and Seasons, Public Media Remains One Donor's Constant
A former forester and freelance writer, Sandy Benson believes trusted journalism and rural access make public media essential.
January 2026: From the Archives
Anyone for Tennyson?: Marking 50 Years Since Nebraska’s Poetry Series Debuted on PBS
Premiering in 1976 and co-produced in Nebraska, “Anyone for Tennyson?” brought poetry to PBS audiences nationwide with classic verse and iconic performers.
December 2025
Unwrap Streaming Picks and Podcasts for the Holidays
Our holiday favorites from PBS Passport, podcasts and more – perfect for cozying up, gifting or soaking in the season’s joy.
December 2025
GROW Nebraska Collaboration Connects Entrepreneurs with Statewide Audiences
Small businesses across Nebraska gain exposure through a joint marketing effort that lowers barriers and highlights entrepreneurial innovation.
December 2025: From the Archives
Tracing Willa Cather’s Story Through the Archives
Marking her December birthday, we explore how Willa Cather’s surroundings shaped her fiction and her place in Nebraska history.
December 2025
Staying Active and Engaged: One Donor’s Daily Public Media Habit
From morning walks with her dog to nightly PBS News Hour viewings, LeEllen Haynes weaves public media into her daily life and giving.
December 2025
Boost Kids' Curiosity With High-Quality Screen Time
Choosing trusted, high-quality content and talking about it helps kids get more from screen time.
November 2025: From the Archives
A Look Inside the Archives With Writing Lessons and Schoolhouse Stories
Archivist Alexis Scargill opens the vault with historic writing lessons, one-room schoolhouse footage, and quirky discoveries from Nebraska Public Media’s collection.
November 2025
Jessica Wade Joins Nebraska Public Media to Expand Omaha Reporting
New reporting from Omaha adds depth, local insight and stronger statewide connections through public media journalism.
November 2025
From Barn to Broadcast: The Utility Role Behind Game Coverage
Joshua Tigges turns a farm-learned skill into essential support for Nebraska Public Media’s live high school football coverage.
November 2025
Performance Today Welcomes Valerie Kahler as New Host
After years as a familiar voice, Valerie Kahler officially becomes host of the most-listened-to classical music radio show in America.
November 2025
Kids’ Activities for Changing Seasons and Spooky Halloween Fun
Explore creative ways to help kids connect with nature, express themselves, and enjoy family time this fall.
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