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Buffalo County primary election: Clouse has big edge in legislative race, Shelton approves swimming pool bonds
Buffalo County primary election: Clouse has big edge in legislative race, Shelton approves swimming pool bonds

A familiar face in area politics owns a big lead in a contest for a new position and other races are narrowing down their fields of candidates.

Miller, Radcliffe, Strommen lead in Cheyenne County

Miller, Radcliffe, Strommen lead in Cheyenne County

Cheyenne County voters advance District 1 Commissioner Randy Miller; Radcliffe, Kuhns, Fort and Buckner advance to general election.

Sheridan County primary election results

Sheridan County primary election results

Republican incumbent Dan Kling will face Democrat Kim Rosane for Sheridan County commissioner in the general election.

Bacon wins, fence mending next...then Vargas in November

Bacon wins, fence mending next...then Vargas in November

The rematch follows Bacon's win over fellow Republican Dan Frei in Tuesday's Primary.

Schwartz leads Oshkosh Council race

Schwartz leads Oshkosh Council race

Garden County's unofficial results include the city of Oshkosh with Jeannie Schwartz collected 234 votes.

Early numbers favor Radcliffe as Sidney City Council lead

Early numbers favor Radcliffe as Sidney City Council lead

Nebraska Primary Election results are being posted with the Sidney City Council getting much of the attention.

Results for Cherry County primary election

Results for Cherry County primary election

Martin DeNaeyer will likely retain his seat on the Cherry County Commission.

Northeast Nebraska Primary Election Results 2024

Northeast Nebraska Primary Election Results 2024

Here are the current results for the primary elections in the northeast Nebraska area.

Schaardt, Hallstrom advance for state Legislature

Schaardt, Hallstrom advance for state Legislature

Schaardt holds on to 47 percent of vote

Central Nebraska Election Results 2024

Central Nebraska Election Results 2024

Nebraskans are deciding who will advance to November’s general election.

Torch Run for Nebraska Special Olympics travels through Beatrice

Torch Run for Nebraska Special Olympics travels through Beatrice

Event helps mark the start of the Nebraska Special Olympics Summer Games

Work on U.S. Highway 30 to begin May 20

Work on U.S. Highway 30 to begin May 20

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.

Canadian wildfires impacting air quality

Canadian wildfires impacting air quality

Nebraska expects air quality to be affected for the rest of May

Voter ID Laws now in effect, no difference in turnout

Voter ID Laws now in effect, no difference in turnout

With Tuesday being election day for the state of Nebraska, some minor differences make the voting process slightly different for citizens.

Firefighters respond to grass fire

Firefighters respond to grass fire

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

Research shows link between Nebraska public school ACT scores and higher education

Research shows link between Nebraska public school ACT scores and higher education

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

Judge sets bond at $2 million in Clay County murder case

Judge sets bond at $2 million in Clay County murder case

A Nebraska man accused of killing a woman two years ago is facing a seven-figure bond.

Canadian wildfires send smoke into NE, could continue into summer

Canadian wildfires send smoke into NE, could continue into summer

Nebraskans may have noticed a hazy Monday and Tuesday due to smoke from wildfires in Canada.

Procession escorted by Norfolk Police for fallen deputy

Procession escorted by Norfolk Police for fallen deputy

A procession escorted by Norfolk Police was held for an off-duty deputy who passed away last week in a tragic accident

Authorities respond to two-vehicle accident

Authorities respond to two-vehicle accident

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

Kearney Cinema 8 set to close one year after major renovation

Kearney Cinema 8 set to close one year after major renovation

Just one year after reopening following a massive renovation, Kearney Cinema 8 is set to close.

Medicare fraud attempt reported in Fairbury

Medicare fraud attempt reported in Fairbury

JCH&L reminds patients to never give their Medicare number, social security number or other personal information over the phone.

Actor Sean Astin to be part of Homestead Days schedule, at national park

Actor Sean Astin to be part of Homestead Days schedule, at national park

Sean Astin played the role of "Rudy" in the real-life story of Notre Dame football player, Rudy Ruettiger

Three men charged after report of man pointing a gun at Valentine house

Three men charged after report of man pointing a gun at Valentine house

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.

Chamber director meets with Sidney School Board

Chamber director meets with Sidney School Board

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 Nebraska GOP is rejecting all Republican congressional incumbents in Tuesday’s primary election

The Nebraska GOP is rejecting all Republican congressional incumbents in Tuesday’s primary election

In one of the most closely watched congressional races this year, U.S. Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska is looking to defeat a fellow Republican in Tuesday’s primary election in his quest for reelection.

Primary voting underway, key races await outcomes

Primary voting underway, key races await outcomes

Turnout is expected to be 35 percent.

Sheriff reports armed robbery in Syracuse

Sheriff reports armed robbery in Syracuse

Clerk escaped bounds to call 911 on Mother's Day

Beatrice School Board approves staff contracts, bids for services

Beatrice School Board approves staff contracts, bids for services

District 15 Board takes actions on several matters in preparation for the 2024-2025 school year

School board recognizes April students of the month

School board recognizes April students of the month

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

Nebraska State Fire Marshal investigating Valentine church fire

Nebraska State Fire Marshal investigating Valentine church fire

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

Sidney senior class bikes to 'checkout day'

Sidney senior class bikes to 'checkout day'

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

Hastings Mayor Guide: Holling, Hartmann, Cranson, Hitesman, and Beckby seeking top city government spot

Hastings Mayor Guide: Holling, Hartmann, Cranson, Hitesman, and Beckby seeking top city government spot

HASTINGS MAYOR GUIDE: Primary Elections are next Tuesday, May 14. View our profiles of the five candidates running for Hastings Mayor here. 

Hometown Liquor supports Creek Valley athletics

Hometown Liquor supports Creek Valley athletics

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

What you need to know about voting in Nebraska's primary election

What you need to know about voting in Nebraska's primary election

Secretary of State Bob Evnen has important reminders for voters ahead of the May 14 primary election.

New Norfolk apartment complex holds groundbreaking ceremony

New Norfolk apartment complex holds groundbreaking ceremony

The Foundry Apartments will be a 178-unit complex, located on the north end of Big Red Restaurant and Sports Bar near Highway 275.

UNK degrees for 702 to be conferred at Friday spring commencement

UNK degrees for 702 to be conferred at Friday spring commencement

Graduate and undergraduate degrees will be conferred for 702 spring graduates at University of Nebraska at Kearney commencement exercises 10 a.m. Friday, May 17, at UNK’s Health and Sports Center.

Man arrested in case involving stolen car, police chase, restaurant assault

Man arrested in case involving stolen car, police chase, restaurant assault

A Nebraska man is behind bars after police say he drove a stolen car, ran away from police and hit a restaurant employee.

The Power of Giving: Embarking on a '100 Donations in 100 Days Challenge'

The Power of Giving: Embarking on a '100 Donations in 100 Days Challenge'

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 shooters

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

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

Sidney High School recognizes achievements in Evening of Excellence

Sidney High School recognizes achievements in Evening of Excellence

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

Hastings College secures $1.1 million for Jack Osborne Track Complex upgrades

Hastings College secures $1.1 million for Jack Osborne Track Complex upgrades

Hastings College is moving forward with plans for a more than $1 million upgrade to its track and field facility.

Sidney's Downtown Sounds to feature six bands this summer

Sidney's Downtown Sounds to feature six bands this summer

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

Beatrice Police arrest suspect in Mother's Day assault at discount store

Beatrice Police arrest suspect in Mother's Day assault at discount store

Man jailed after confrontation with three others

Bacon-Frei race getting last minute attention

Bacon-Frei race getting last minute attention

Mark Levin: “Don Bacon for Congress, Nebraska 2nd District. There’s some issues that I might disagree with him on but we need that seat.”

Northern Lights shine throughout Nebraska on Friday night, chance on Saturday

Northern Lights shine throughout Nebraska on Friday night, chance on Saturday

Nebraskans were greeted with a spectacular show on Friday as a solar storm had the Norther Lights out Friday night.

What to expect in Nebraska's presidential and state primaries

What to expect in Nebraska's presidential and state primaries

Nebraskans will cast presidential primary ballots Tuesday in a reliably Republican state that could nonetheless be decisive in the race for the White House.

Last day North Elementary somber with many memories

Last day North Elementary somber with many memories

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

Health Center Foundation donates beds/mattresses for new Extended Care Center

Health Center Foundation donates beds/mattresses for new Extended Care Center

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.

Chambers v McKinney: Changing of the guard?

Chambers v McKinney: Changing of the guard?

While the two reportedly have been saying little about the other, McKinney, who has worked to get more than $400 million in federal and state funds to build and rebuild North and South Omaha, says the Legislature needs “more young voices.”

Nebraska Legislature gutted funding from key child care bills before passage

Nebraska Legislature gutted funding from key child care bills before passage

Before they adjourned last month, state lawmakers passed two of their biggest proposals to address the lack of affordable child care in Nebraska.

American Legion Post No. 17 awards scholarship to Jayce Namuth

American Legion Post No. 17 awards scholarship to Jayce Namuth

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

Hamburg bank robbed Friday morning

Hamburg bank robbed Friday morning

Location had been robbed 12 years ago

Boss City Brewing Co. celebrates new location with ribbon cutting

Boss City Brewing Co. celebrates new location with ribbon cutting

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.

Nebraska Supreme Court affirms murder conviction and life sentence for Bailey Boswell

Nebraska Supreme Court affirms murder conviction and life sentence for Bailey Boswell

The woman accused of killing and dismembering Sydney Loofe will spend the rest of her life in prison.

Great American Comedy Festival announces full Saturday Gala lineup

Great American Comedy Festival announces full Saturday Gala lineup

The event will feature five comedians headlined by comedy legend Frank Caliendo.

Recall effort involving Gage County Attorney, falls short on signatures

Recall effort involving Gage County Attorney, falls short on signatures

Verifying valid signatures will go forward in the Gage County Clerk's Office

Vandals damage stone table and seats at Memorial Gardens

Vandals damage stone table and seats at Memorial Gardens

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

Nebraska Supreme Court hears oral arguments in Hastings viaduct case

Nebraska Supreme Court hears oral arguments in Hastings viaduct case

The saga surrounding a now-demolished viaduct in Hastings is in the hands of the Nebraska Supreme Court.

Voter guide: What you need to know about Cherry, Sheridan County primary elections

Voter guide: What you need to know about Cherry, Sheridan County primary elections

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

Forgetting your ID to vote in Tuesday's Primaries could cause delays in official results

Forgetting your ID to vote in Tuesday's Primaries could cause delays in official results

A valid ID is required to vote in Tuesday's election. If you forget yours, you can still vote, but election officials warn it could delay official results. 

Stuhr Museum to offer free admission to military personnel, families this summer

Stuhr Museum to offer free admission to military personnel, families this summer

A museum in Grand Island will offer free admission to currently serving U.S. military personnel and their families this summer.

NECC building collapses in downtown Norfolk

NECC building collapses in downtown Norfolk

A building in downtown Norfolk has collapsed. This happened around 1:00 p.m. near 7th Street and Norfolk Avenue. 

How businesses can spot counterfeit money

How businesses can spot counterfeit money

Plenty of movies use fake money, made to look real. But what happens when fake money is used—not in Hollywood—but in real businesses?

Spring Fishing: Has recent rain helped water levels?

Spring Fishing: Has recent rain helped water levels?

It's been a wet spring, but what does it mean for fishing?