Jon Vanderford

CENTRAL CITY, Neb. (KOLN) - Todd Williams returned to his hometown to lead a painting workshop at the Merrick County Historical Society, marking the second year of what he hopes will become an annual event.

GERING, Neb. (KOLN) - The Mixing Bowl, a restaurant and coffee shop in Gering, moved to a larger location a few years back, adding a patio, a party room, and more seating for customers.

BURWELL, Neb. (KOLN) - Nebraska’s Big Rodeo is returning to Burwell July 22-25, bringing four days of PRCA competition, celebrity appearances, and community events to town.

VALENTINE, Neb. (KOLN) - The Niobrara National Scenic River offers people a chance to encounter unique eco-systems while canoeing, kayaking, and star-gazing.

GERING, Neb. (KOLN) - Visitors to Scotts Bluff National Monument who are short on time can get a full overview of the park's history at its visitor center.

A 1923 Case 80 steam engine and a 1916 Aultman Taylor 20-horse steam tractor were recently on display at Camp Creek Threshers by a Uehling area family.

JULIAN, Neb. (KOLN) - A small southeast Nebraska village has opened a new museum inside a restored building, preserving more than a century of local history for residents and visitors.

DAVID CITY, Neb. (KOLN) - The Butler County Museum is showcasing the region’s knife-making history through a special exhibit featuring the work of five local craftsmen.

More than 200 waterfalls line the Niobrara National Scenic River — and their shape sets them apart from many types of waterfalls in the country.

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation is promoting a free heritage tourism program called WanderNebraska, which now includes 254 sites across the state and a new mobile app for tracking visits.