Great Plains Lookahead Digest
By The Associated Press
The following stories are planned for the next 24 hours. For text, photos, video, live and audio plans beyond the next 24 hours, please visit Coverage Plan.
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IOWA – UPCOMING – SPORTS
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FBC–DRAKE-BUTLER
DESCRIPTION: Drake plays Butler at Bud and Jackie Sellick Bowl. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 12:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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FBC–ARIZONA ST-IOWA ST
DESCRIPTION: AMES, Iowa — Iowa State looks to end a three-game losing streak when Arizona State visits Jack Trice Stadium. 500 words, photos. Game starts 1 p.m. ET.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 01:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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FBC–NORTHERN IOWA-ILLINOIS STATE
DESCRIPTION: Northern Iowa plays Illinois State at Hancock Stadium. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 02:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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BKC–NORTHERN ARIZONA-DRAKE
DESCRIPTION: Northern Arizona plays Drake at Sanford Pentagon. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 03:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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BKC–FDU-IOWA STATE
DESCRIPTION: FDU plays Iowa State at James H. Hilton Coliseum. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 07:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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KANSAS – UPCOMING – SPORTS
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BKW–TIPOFF-IMPACT FRESHMEN
DESCRIPTION: No. 18 Southern California won’t be lacking star power even as Associated Press 2024-25 player of the year JuJu Watkins sits out this season to recover from a torn anterior cruciate ligament. Watkins’ absence puts more of a spotlight on Jazzy Davidson. The 6-foot-1 USC forward heads our list of potential impact freshmen in women’s college basketball this season. By Steve Megargee. UPCOMING: 800 words, with photos, expected by 11 a.m.
UPCOMING: By 10/31/2025 11:35 a.m. CDT, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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FBC–OKLAHOMA ST-KANSAS
DESCRIPTION: LAWRENCE, Kan. — Oklahoma State plays Kansas at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. By David Smale. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos. Game starts 7 p.m. CT.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 07:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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FBC–T25-TEXAS TECH-KANSAS ST
DESCRIPTION: MANHATTAN, Kan. — Texas Tech plays Kansas State at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. By Dave Skretta. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos. Game starts 7 p.m. CT.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 07:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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BKC–GREEN BAY-KANSAS
DESCRIPTION: Green Bay plays Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 07:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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MINNESOTA – UPCOMING – NEWS
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REL-DAY OF THE DEAD-US IMMIGRANTS
DESCRIPTION: The “Day of the Dead” commemorations in early November are a crucial religious, family and community celebration for most Mexicans and many other Latin Americans. This year in the United States, they take on a special significance because of the increase in immigration enforcement raids and other actions targeting Latino communities. Fear of deportations is casting a pall on some celebrations, while other participants see in the rituals a sense of resilience and community pride.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 04:30 p.m. CDT, (‘Video’, ‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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MINNESOTA – UPCOMING – SPORTS
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BKC–MINNESOTA-MEDVED’S ROOTS
DESCRIPTION: MINNEAPOLIS — Most college basketball coaches start at the bottom levels of programs and staffs and work their way up, but new Minnesota coach Niko Medved not only coached at three mid-major schools before landing in the Big Ten, but he was actually a student manager for the Gophers 30 years ago during their last heyday – a nostalgic era for Minnesota sports fans that he’s seeking to restore. By Dave Campbell. 600 words, photos.
UPCOMING: By 10/31/2025 10:00 a.m. CDT, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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FBC–MARIST-ST. THOMAS
DESCRIPTION: Marist plays St. Thomas at O’Shaughnessy Stadium. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 01:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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BKN–TIMBERWOLVES-HORNETS
DESCRIPTION: The Minnesota Timberwolves visit the Charlotte Hornets. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 05:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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HKN–CANUCKS-WILD
DESCRIPTION: ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Vancouver Canucks visit the Minnesota Wild. By Dave Campbell. 300 words, photos.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 06:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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FBC–MICHIGAN STATE-MINNESOTA
DESCRIPTION: MINNEAPOLIS — Michigan State plays Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium. By Patrick Donnelly. 500 words, photos.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 07:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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FBN–VIKINGS-LIONS
DESCRIPTION: DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are rested, coming off a bye week, and their short-handed defense may have some help on the way against the Minnesota Vikings. By Larry Lage. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos.
UPCOMING: By 11/02/2025 12:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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BKN–TIMBERWOLVES-NETS
DESCRIPTION: The Minnesota Timberwolves visit the Brooklyn Nets. 300 words, photos.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 06:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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BKC–GARDNER-WEBB-MINNESOTA
DESCRIPTION: Gardner-Webb plays Minnesota at Williams Arena. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 07:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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BKC–ST. THOMAS-SAINT MARY’S
DESCRIPTION: St. Thomas plays Saint Mary’s at University Credit Union Pavilion. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 09:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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MISSOURI – UPCOMING – SPORTS
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FBC–CHARLESTON SOUTHERN-SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE
DESCRIPTION: Charleston Southern plays Southeast Missouri State at Houck Field. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 01:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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FBC–LINDENWOOD-TENNESSEE STATE
DESCRIPTION: Lindenwood plays Tennessee State at Nissan Stadium. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 03:30 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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HKN–BLUES-BLUE JACKETS
DESCRIPTION: The St. Louis Blues visit the Columbus Blue Jackets. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 06:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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FBN–CHIEFS-BILLS
DESCRIPTION: Kansas City Chiefs plays Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. 300 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/02/2025 03:25 p.m. CST, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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BKC–MISSOURI-HOWARD
DESCRIPTION: Missouri plays Howard at Burr Gymnasium. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 06:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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BKC–SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE-SAINT LOUIS
DESCRIPTION: Southeast Missouri State plays Saint Louis at Chaifetz Arena. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 07:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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HKN–OILERS-BLUES
DESCRIPTION: The Edmonton Oilers visit the St. Louis Blues. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 07:30 p.m. CST, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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NEBRASKA – UPCOMING – NEWS
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EARNS-BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY
DESCRIPTION: Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway will release its latest earnings report on Saturday, Nov. 1. This quarterly report will be the last one to be issued while Buffett is still CEO though he will remain Chairman next year and continue to be involved. By Business Writer Josh Funk.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 10:00 a.m. CDT, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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US-CARBON PIPELINE SUCCESS
DESCRIPTION: A pipeline through Nebraska has achieved what other companies have not: carrying carbon dioxide emissions from ethanol plants across state lines for burial deep underground. Tallgrass’s Trailblazer Pipeline spans hundreds of miles and 12 ethanol plants across Nebraska into Colorado for burial in Wyoming. Other carbon capture pipelines have faced numerous obstacles. Tallgrass converted an existing pipeline for its carbon dioxide line.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 11:00 a.m. CDT, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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NEBRASKA – UPCOMING – SPORTS
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FBC–USC-NEBRASKA
DESCRIPTION: LINCOLN, Neb. — No. 23 Southern California visits Nebraska, which will be in all-black uniforms as it tries to end a 28-game losing streak against ranked opponents. By College Football Writer Eric Olson. 500 words, photos. Game starts 7:30 p.m. ET.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 07:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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BKC–OMAHA-MURRAY STATE
DESCRIPTION: Omaha plays Murray State at Sanford Pentagon. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 12:30 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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BKC–WEST GEORGIA-NEBRASKA
DESCRIPTION: West Georgia plays Nebraska at Pinnacle Bank Arena. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 07:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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NORTH DAKOTA – UPCOMING – SPORTS
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FBC–NORTH DAKOTA-SOUTH DAKOTA
DESCRIPTION: North Dakota plays South Dakota at The DakotaDome. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 01:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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FBC–YOUNGSTOWN STATE-NORTH DAKOTA STATE
DESCRIPTION: Youngstown State plays North Dakota State at Gate City Bank Field at the Fargodome. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 02:30 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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BKC–NORTH DAKOTA-ALABAMA
DESCRIPTION: North Dakota plays Alabama at Coleman Coliseum. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 07:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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BKC–NORTH DAKOTA STATE-OREGON STATE
DESCRIPTION: North Dakota State plays Oregon State at Gill Coliseum. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 08:30 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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OKLAHOMA – UPCOMING – SPORTS
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BKW–TIPOFF-IMPACT FRESHMEN
DESCRIPTION: No. 18 Southern California won’t be lacking star power even as Associated Press 2024-25 player of the year JuJu Watkins sits out this season to recover from a torn anterior cruciate ligament. Watkins’ absence puts more of a spotlight on Jazzy Davidson. The 6-foot-1 USC forward heads our list of potential impact freshmen in women’s college basketball this season. By Steve Megargee. UPCOMING: 800 words, with photos, expected by 11 a.m.
UPCOMING: By 10/31/2025 11:35 a.m. CDT, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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FBC–OKLAHOMA ST-KANSAS
DESCRIPTION: LAWRENCE, Kan. — Oklahoma State plays Kansas at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. By David Smale. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos. Game starts 7 p.m. CT.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 07:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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FBC–T25-OKLAHOMA-TENNESSEE
DESCRIPTION: KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The 14th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers host No. 18 Oklahoma on Saturday night with both teams having no room for error entering the final month of the regular season. By Al Lesar. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos. Game starts at 7:30 p.m. EDT.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 07:30 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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BKN–PELICANS-THUNDER
DESCRIPTION: The New Orleans Pelicans visit the Oklahoma City Thunder. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/02/2025 02:30 p.m. CST, (‘Text’, ‘Photo’)
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BKC–ST. FRANCIS (PA)-OKLAHOMA
DESCRIPTION: St. Francis (PA) plays Oklahoma at Lloyd Noble Center. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 07:30 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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SOUTH DAKOTA – UPCOMING – SPORTS
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FBC–NORTH DAKOTA-SOUTH DAKOTA
DESCRIPTION: North Dakota plays South Dakota at The DakotaDome. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 01:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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FBC–INDIANA STATE-SOUTH DAKOTA STATE
DESCRIPTION: Indiana State plays South Dakota State at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/01/2025 02:00 p.m. CDT, (‘Text’)
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BKC–UTAH TECH-SOUTH DAKOTA
DESCRIPTION: Utah Tech plays South Dakota at Sanford Coyote Sports Center. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 07:30 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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BKC–MERRIMACK-SOUTH DAKOTA STATE
DESCRIPTION: Merrimack plays South Dakota State at Sanford Pentagon. 150 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 11/03/2025 08:00 p.m. CST, (‘Text’)
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