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Nebraska speller perfect at national bee, reaches semifinals

Sarah Fernandes of Omaha remains perfect in the Scripps National Spelling Bee Wednesday, which has moved into its semifinal rounds.

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Nebraska speller perfect into semifinals of national bee

Sarah Fernandes of Omaha made a strong run in the Scripps National Spelling Bee this week, but she bowed out Wednesday in the semifinals on a tricky Hawaiian word.

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Personnel news: Québec, Omaha, Washington, Charleston, Biloxi

We have personnel news today from the Omaha Storm Chasers, Québec Capitales, Washington Wild Things, Charleston Dirty Birds and Biloxi Shuckers.

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The last eleven contestants gear up for today's 2023 National Spelling Bee final

These 11 Scripps spelling bee contestants ploughed through to the final, but can you match these teenagers brainpower?

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Lion Links: 5/27/23

U-20 USMNT victorious, trouble continues for Toronto FC, Ivan Toney s suspension reduced, and more.

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Lion Links: 5/26/23

Orlando City gets ready to attack Atlanta United, Orlando Pride linked with Brazilian defender, Orlando City B beats Inter Miami II, and more.

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Council Bluffs to host USA Badminton championships

Council Bluffs was chosen to host a badminton championship this summer.

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Special Olympics Nebraska to host Summer Games, Opening Ceremonies this week

Special Olympics Nebraska is gearing up for the Summer Games starting this week.

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Cass County approves marketing grants

Cass County Tourism Visitor s Advisory Committee administers grant program

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