You can get 5 free channels in ZIP 68836 (Kearney, NE)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 68836 · 2 channels have a Strong indoor-ready signal.
Attic or High-Gain Window Antenna
You have 4 Strong/Moderate channels. An attic or 2nd-floor window antenna will lock in way more channels than a basic flat panel.
🧭 Broadcast Tower Compass — Which Way to Point Your Antenna
Each dot is a local TV tower relative to your center point (● Green = Strong, ● Blue = Moderate, ● Amber = Weak).
Primary Aim Direction: ESE (117°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing ESE (117°), or aim your attic/rooftop antenna toward that compass bearing for the strongest signal lock.
After placing or moving your antenna, always run a fresh TV channel rescan.
Channel Lineup & Tower Directions for ZIP 68836
Sorted with Strong signals and major broadcast networks first. Channel is the virtual channel number your TV displays; Band / RF Ch. is the actual radio frequency that determines whether you need a VHF-capable antenna. How we calculate signals.
| Channel | Network | Station | Distance | Point Antenna | Band / RF Ch. | Estimated Signal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | ABC | KHGI-TV Kearney, NE · Full Power | 26.9 mi | E (97°) | UHF RF 18 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 3 | PBS | KLNE-TV Lexington, NE · Full Power | 22.6 mi | S (191°) | UHF RF 26 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 11 | CBS | KGIN Grand Island, NE · Full Power | 31.2 mi | ESE (105°) | High VHF RF 11 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 5 | NBC | KNHL Hastings, NE · Full Power | 52.2 mi | E (94°) | Low VHF RF 5 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 2 | NBC | KNOP-TV North Platte, NE · Full Power | 78.7 mi | WNW (296°) | Low VHF RF 2 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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