Nebraska Education & Schools: The Nebraska State Board of Education postponed conditional approval of Identity Preparatory Academy, an all-girls North Omaha middle school, after concerns about “abolitionist” language on the school’s website; the board plans more questions before a new virtual vote. Public Health: Panhandle Public Health District adopted a regulation and resolution to take over local public swimming pool inspections across its 12-county area, following a state law shift that moved permitting and routine oversight to local governments. Statehouse Watch: The Legislature passed LB966, the Hunger-Free Schools Act, expanding free breakfast and lunch for eligible students and directing reimbursement to schools; lawmakers also advanced other measures including LB900 on sheriff fees for tax distress warrants. Disability & Care Costs: A bill introduced by Sen. Ben Hansen would limit how DHHS sets training rules for developmental disabilities providers, aiming to reduce costly, unnecessary restraint training requirements. Community & Culture: Creative Beet Art District secured an Oregon Trail Community Foundation grant for a new downtown Scottsbluff mural, part of a connected regional mural series. Travel & Customer Experience: A United Airlines passenger described chaotic flight disruptions and what they called unprofessional treatment during cancellations and reassignments.