Norfolk’s Wild Whitewater Park and More

Nebraska Stories

Air Date: 02/12/2026

Norfolk’s Wild Whitewater Park Norfolk has reimagined the historic North Fork of the Elkhorn River, transforming it into a living ribbon of whitewater. Surfers, kayakers, and floaters now ride the current straight through the heart of downtown. As whitewater parks pop up across the country, Norfolk has claimed a place on the map with one of the most unexpected river adventures in the state. Coach to Cowboy For 25 years, John Cook built a dynasty at Nebraska, driven by a relentless competitive spirit that delivered four national championships. Now, he’s stepping into a new chapter. Cook has moved to Wyoming, trading the roar of the arena for wide-open spaces and beginning a life beyond the court amid the quiet grandeur of the Teton Range. City Sprouts City Sprouts is dedicated to providing fresh, healthy food to neighborhoods in need. With new storage and greenhouse plans, they’re expanding their ability to grow, store, and share produce with the Omaha community. Every harvest helps bring nutritious food to more tables. The Grave For decades, residents of small-town Ravenna have whispered legends of a pioneer grave just north of town. Marked by a plot of 19th-century perennial irises, the burial site is said to be the final resting place of a pair of infant twins. Though the children passed away more than a century ago, their story continues to resonate with their descendants and the community.