This town on the South Platte River gets along by working together.

Story and photographs by Christopher Amundson

It’s an age-old question about extraterrestrial life. But for these Nebraska believers, it’s not a question anymore; there really is someone out there.

Story by Alan J. Bartels Illustrations by Anthony Kuhlmann

Henry is the westernmost community in Nebraska, and in the time it takes to speak its simple name, they mark the beginning of Wyoming and the end of Nebraska.
No one likes to be at the end of anything, so we decided to begin a trip with Henry, adventuring 25 miles in the North Platte River Valley along Highway 26 before ending at Scottsbluff.

Story and photographs by Christopher Amundson

Not only is a need for speed satisfied with this summertime activity, it’s the perfect solution to navigating Nebraska’s wide and shallow rivers.

Story and photographs by Steve and Bobbi Olson

This artist’s respect for Nebraska and its rivers is translated through the strokes of his brushes.

Story by Adrielle Harvey Paintings by Ray Knaub

Attended by nearly 20,000 people, there’s no arguing that Burwell’s rodeo really is big. Hold onto your horses as you take a ride through Nebraska’s Big Rodeo.

Story and photographs by Alyssa Schukar

Colossal in nature, as well as truly monumental, this house is a glimpse of the man who played a role in each of the state’s significant industries.

Story by Phil Weitl Photographs by Mike Whye

One of the most controversial archaeological finds was unearthed in the “buffalo wallows” of Omaha’s backyard.

Story by Jeff Barnes

It may seem right out of a history book, but for Don and Linda Licking and their
two Belgians, Bubbles and Bob, horse-powered haying is a practical way of life.

Story and photographs by Jorn Olsen