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GERING -- Weather permitting, work will begin May 20 on U.S. 30 from Chappell to U.S. 138 West in Keith County from reference post 87.36 to reference post 108.

Sidney firefighters responded to a report of a grass fire at Cheyenne County Roads 32 and 101

Research shows a student's ACT score influences if he or she will seek post-secondary education, and where.

Authorities responded to an injury accident near just east of Sidney at Cheyenne County Road 117 and U.S. Highway 30 today.

Three men are facing charges after the Valentine Police Department and Cherry County Sheriff’s Office received a report about a man pointing a gun at people and a house.

Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Toshia Jones talked with the Sidney School board about a QR card that links to available services in the county.

The Sidney School District Board of Education recognized the April students of the month in the Monday, May 13 board meeting.

The Nebraska State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of a church fire in Valentine.

Sidney High School 2024 seniors biked to "check-out day" today, starting their last week as high school students.

The monthly "round-up" program at Hometown Liquor benefited Creek Valley Public Schools Athletic Booster Club in April.

Some Nebraska teens are celebrating after wins at the Middle School Nebraska Championship track and field meet.

Sidney And Greater Area Fund announces "100 Donations in 100 Days Challenge." The challenge financial and personal as it reminds people of the collective impact individual actions can have.

Cheyenne County 4H Fun Shoot awards ribbons to Senior and Junior Class shooter.

SIDNEY --  Sidney High School's Evening of Excellence was held May 8 at the Sidney High School Performing Arts Center.

A live outdoor concert series that's been held in Sidney for over a decade returns for another summer in 2024.

SIDNEY -- Alumni, students, faculty and community members gathered for the last day of North Elementary School to hold classes.

At the Health Center Foundation’s annual meeting February 1, the board approved nearly $600,000 in state-of-the-art beds/mattresses and outdoor amenities for Sidney Regional Medical Center’s new Long-Term Care facility.

Sidney High School senior Jayce Namuth is the recipient of the American Legion Post No. 17 2024 scholarship.

SIDNEY -- First there was the soft opening, then the Grand Opening, and then there was the ribbon cutting with the chamber of commerce. Boss City Brewing Company celebrated their new business with a ribbon cutting Thursday, May 9.

The peacefulness of Memorial Gardens was recently disrupted by vandalism, the destruction of a table and benches set.

With the Nebraska primary just days away, here’s some information that you might find helpful.

Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO has submitted her resignation effective May 17.

A gun, shooting supplies, and sporting good store in Valentine has changed ownership.

The United States Postal Service has decided it will transfer operations of the North Platte Mail Processing and Distribution Center to Denver, and convert the North Platte facility to a Local Processing Center.

Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a Kimball man following an investigation into a reported sexual assault of a child.

An area in north-central Nebraska is touting a first-in-the-nation designation. The Niobrara National Scenic River has been awarded the title of a "Quiet Trail."

Nebraska Association of County Officials Executive Director Jon Cannon met with the Cheyenne County Commissioners recently.

Wheat Belt Public Power District is starting power pole cleanup operations in the aftermath of the April 6 storm. The storm storm left a trail of damage, including more than 1,100 power poles across the Wheat Belt service area.

Teens driving today face a myriad of obstacles and hazards that may be much different from what their parents did. In addition, distracted driving has become a sign of the times.

American Legion Post No. 17 of Sidney has selected David E. Brauer to attend Cornhusker Boys' State in June.

A Scottsbluff man is facing charges after the vehicle he was driving collided with a home May 4. No serious injuries were reported.

No one wants to pay high taxes, but how does a state maintain services without adequate tax revenue?

Rob Eirich, Extension Educator and Engagement Zone Coordinator and Extension Educator Karen DeBoer met with the Cheyenne County Commissioners May 6.

One of the most popular tourist attractions in north-central Nebraska is planning an expansion.

ALLIANCE -- The Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance (NVCA) will be hosting its annual Memorial Day program at 1 p.m. Monday, May 27.

The Cheyenne County Commissioners May 6 reviewed two recent decisions on county burial assistance.

The distance between dream and storefront is seldom quick, or easy. Brenda and Jeff Parsons recently opened Boondock Designs in Chappell. Their story is an encouragement in networking and seeking resources.

Two semi-tractor-trailers collided near mile-marker 72 on Interstate 80, resulting in a fatality, Saturday morning.

A 29-year-old Scottsbluff man died when the car he was driving went out of control near the Wyoming state line May 3.

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It’s one of the world’s most rural bike share stations. People in Valentine can now rent bikes to ride throughout the area.

Summer vacation begins in the southern Nebraska panhandle with the annual cruise down Illinois Street in Sidney later this month. 

SIDNEY -- Best Plumbing and Heating donated a hot dog cooker to the concession stand at Legion Field Friday, May 3.

In less than a year, Cody Ross and Cody Pringle revitalized their music careers, hit the music stage and now signed their first record label deal.

The Nebraska Supreme Court heard two oral arguments before Sidney High School students Friday, May 3. The exercise was part of the Law Day recognition.

Throughout Stroke Awareness Month in May, Regional West encourages people to learn the signs, symptoms, and risk factors of stroke.

High Plains Arts Council presented Rebecca Noble's Cabaret Theatre on Friday night at the Sidney High School Performing Arts Center.

SIDNEY -- PlainsWest CASA Director Krista Bruns was recognized by the Nebraska Supreme Court today.

SIDNEY -- Day 2 of the Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities workshop started with local business owners sharing their stories.

Sidney's 13 Just for Kix dancers earned several honors, including five team national championship and one duet national championship, at the "Together We Dance" National Championships in Rochester, Minn. . 

A unique food pantry aims to help those in the O’Neill area struggling to put food on the table.

SIDNEY -- Sidney High School hosted a forum for candidates in the May 14 Primary Election. The event was introduced by Sidney Mayor Brad Sherman. Four candidates were in attendance.

WNCC will confer 331 degrees, diplomas, and certificates at the 92nd Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 11.

Leslie Snell, of Chappell, picked up a $2,400 grand prize during the fourth running of The Big Boy Big Wheel Race on Wednesday morning in Sidney.

The nation’s fastest-growing sport is gaining ground in both cities and small towns.

The United Way of Western Nebraska's 7th Annual United Way Color Dash will be held June 1 in Gering. There are only 1,000 spots available to race.

The Primary Election is scheduled for May 14. This year a photo ID is required to participate in the election.

Valentine high school students are trying to solve a crime involving a crashed vehicle, blood and plenty of beer cans, but the mock exercise is just a learning activity.

An arrest affidavit has been filed against a Sidney woman in connection with a house fire that occurred in the early hours of April 14 in Sidney.

University of Nebraska-Kearney graduate history student Tatiana Moore will be speaking at Western Nebraska Community College in Sidney on May 18.

The Table of Grace is collecting donations for crisis care kits for people impacted by the recent tornadoes in eastern Nebraska.

A newly formed nonprofit will focus on opening a movie theater in Valentine.

SIDNEY -- Sidney will be hosting numerous visitors from across the state in the Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities event May 1-2. The event, named "No Wrong Turn," and showcases tools and resources designed to fuel community.