Nebraska Safety Center

10/02/2026

Another great NATP Roadeo at the driving range yesterday.

It is always an honor to host this event and watch transit drivers showcase the wide range of skills, service, and professionalism they bring to their communities every day. From competition to fellowship, it was a great day to connect, learn, and celebrate the people who keep transit moving.

Congratulations to all of the winners, and thank you to everyone who participated.

A special shout-out to Masters Transportation for providing a small vehicle and bus for the competitions. We truly value your partnership.

09/24/2026

Yesterday’s inaugural Pupil Transportation Director Workshop in Kearney was a huge success.
More than 100 people gathered to focus on one shared goal, keeping children safe as they travel to school each day. This event was long overdue, and we are proud that it finally happened.
We were honored to hear from keynote speaker Larry Keiter, who spoke to the important role pupil transportation professionals play in carrying “the most precious cargo” every day.
This workshop was made possible by partners across the state and by the commitment of everyone who attended. We are overwhelmed by the positive feedback we received and grateful for the collaboration that made the day such a success.
We are already looking ahead to next year and the opportunity to continue this work, expand the impact, and help keep Nebraska safe one day at a time.

𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘥, 𝘪𝘯 𝘸𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘳 𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵, 𝘣𝘺 𝘧𝘦𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘯𝘶𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 𝘚𝘓𝘍𝘙𝘗1965 𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘕𝘦𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘴𝘬𝘢, 𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘴𝘶𝘣𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘦, 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘕𝘦𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘴𝘬𝘢 (𝘋𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘌𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵) 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘜.𝘚. 𝘋𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘛𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘺.

08/21/2026

Our new chapter has started!

08/18/2026

Please join us as we celebrate a very important milestone for our center! We are adding flight training! We hope to see you all this Thursday!

Owned and operated entirely by UNK, the academy represents a major expansion of the aviation program.

07/30/2026

Know the Difference Before You Ride!

Bikes, e-bikes, and e-scooters are becoming more common across Kearney, and we want to help everyone stay safe while following local laws.

One important reminder: Not all electric bikes are considered e-bikes.

Some electric two-wheeled vehicles may resemble e-bikes but are actually electric motorcycles or off-road vehicles. Because they lack pedals, can reach higher speeds, and are regulated differently under the law, they are not considered e-bikes under City ordinance and are not permitted where bicycles and Class I–III e-bikes are allowed.

Under Ordinance No. 8766, the City of Kearney regulates where bicycles, Class I–III electric bicycles, and electric foot scooters may be operated on public streets, trails, and sidewalks. The ordinance also establishes safety requirements and prohibits careless or reckless operation.

The Kearney Police Department has created a helpful webpage explaining:
✅ Where bikes, e-bikes, and e-scooters can be ridden
✅ The rules that apply to each
✅ Important safety tips
✅ The difference between e-bikes and electric motorcycles/off-road vehicles

Whether you're riding or your child is, taking a few minutes to understand the rules can help prevent accidents, injuries, and citations while keeping Kearney's streets, trails, and sidewalks safe for everyone.

Learn more: https://www.cityofkearney.org/2291/Bikes-E-Bikes-E-Scooters

07/23/2026

A big moment happened yesterday as the first 2 of 7 aircraft arrived for our future Loper Flight Academy announcement.
We are excited to share this sneak peek as we prepare for what is ahead. This is an exciting step forward for our center and for the opportunities it will create for students and our community.

We cannot wait to share more soon. Stay tuned.

07/15/2026

We will be there as well!!!

07/07/2026

Last week, Mitchell led our Transit New Driver Bootcamp, focused on helping new transit drivers build confidence through hands-on learning.

Mitchell brings a practical and engaging approach to training. Drivers do not just sit and listen. They practice skills, work through real-world scenarios, and learn how to respond with safety, professionalism, and care.

This kind of training matters because transit drivers play an important role in keeping communities connected, especially across Nebraska.

Thank you to everyone who participated, and a special shoutout to Mitchell for continuing to bring energy, experience, and strong instruction to every class.

06/16/2026

Attention Lincoln families! The Nebraska Safety Center will offer Summer Driver Education in July in Lincoln! This is one of the most affordable programs in the state, and classes will be held at Nebraska Innovation Campus, making it a convenient option for busy schedules. And, yes, students will have the opportunity to train in a brand-new vehicle this year.

This program is designed to help teens build confidence, learn safe driving habits and prepare for the road ahead with experienced instructors.

Spots are limited and tend to fill quickly. If driver education is on your list for this summer, visit unk.edu/dred to register today!

05/27/2026