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Construction continues on the new Health Science Education Center II building, part of the Douglas A. Kristensen Rural Health Education Complex on the west side of the University of Nebraska at Kearney\u2019s campus. The facility will further UNMC\u2019s expansion of its health science education programs in the central part of the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project managers report that startup of air handling units is set for this month, with elevator installation scheduled for March and April.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Installation of overhead electrical continues on the first floor east. Meanwhile, drywall tape and other finish work for third floor east is ongoing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vinyl floor installation on the third floor was set for this month. Workers also are installing tile backsplash on second floor west.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The complex is set for final completion in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Those interested in construction can check for periodic updates at this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

With final completion at the complex set for 2026, regular updates will be available at the link in this 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