When Koltdyn Heath climbs into the chute, he knows one thing for sure—there’s no room for fear.

A group of Chadron State College students recently returned from an immersive adventure through Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, organized by the Coddiwomplers travel club.

As hundreds of rodeo fans pour into the Sandhills this week for the Nebraska High School Rodeo Finals, the town of Valentine is seeing more than thrilling competition—it's seeing an economic boost.

Saturday is an event filled day for the United States with protests, birthdays, anniversaries, and more.

The bond between a cowgirl and her horse is often hard to put into words. For Reagan Stracke of Stuart, Nebraska, that bond is deeply personal — and rooted in loss, love, and legacy.

Parents in the Valentine area will have one less place to take their kids after school in the 2025-26 school year.

Cowboy hats, Cinch jeans and confidence took center stage Wednesday as the Nebraska High School Rodeo Finals kicked off with a different kind of competition—one that crowns rodeo royalty.

A simple act of generosity at the checkout line is making a big difference for students in Cherry County.

A 32-year-old Rapid City man has been sentenced to just over ten years in federal prison after killing a man on the Pine Ridge Reservation.

You’ll soon be able to watch Cherry County Board of Commissioners meetings from the comfort of your home.

A Rapid City man was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for leading a large-scale methamphetamine trafficking operation connected to a Mexican drug cartel

VALENTINE, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska will showcase the state's top cowboys and cowgirls on the biggest stage.

NCN is televising the Nebraska High School Rodeo Association (NeHSRA) state finals live from Valentine on Saturday, June 14.

Authorities in Valentine are asking for the public’s help in solving a recent burglary that involved stolen firearms.

A real-life stuntman returned to his roots at the Gordon Theater for a special screening of the film he helped bring to life.

Staff will recommend a mountain lion season in the Pine Ridge, Niobrara and Wildcat Hills units, with adjusted harvest limits compared to the 2025 season.

The rosters for the 48th annual Sertoma 8-man football All-Star Classic have been revealed. 

Many auctions in the Valentine area will soon be held at different locations. Connot Brothers Auction is selling its building at 329 E 1st St to a growing construction business in Valentine.

In the last three days, there have been two overdose cases in the area.

Located right in the middle of town, the splash pad is more than just a way to cool off. It’s a symbol of what a determined small town can achieve when it pulls together.

Nebraska’s Auditor says he’s seeing a rise in improper spending in local governments all over the state.

PETA’s “Hell on Wheels” truck is making its way through Nebraska this week, aiming to get people to reconsider what’s on their plate—especially when it comes to pork.

On May 27, Nebraska confirmed its first measles case since 2017.

Six Nebraska counties in the Sandhills are standing up for their people as they are accused of being non-compliant.

Shank believes skateboarding can satisfy the same impulses that lead young people toward gangs or risky behavior—only with far fewer consequences.

PETA plans to park its mock pig transport truck outside of Bulldogger’s BBQ and other Valentine eateries that serve pork around noon on Sunday, June 1.

“Evidence suggests that the assaults are gang related, and they will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. There are no injuries to prison staff," said Attorney General Jackley.

Because of the recent measles case in Sheridan County, the Department of Health and Human Services is updating vaccination recommendations for both Sheridan and Dawes counties.

A real estate agent in Valentine who will soon make her national TV debut has joined Nebraska Realty, the state’s largest independently owned real estate company.

The U.S. Forest Service is considering implementing Stage 1 fire restrictions on Nebraska’s National Forests and Grasslands, including in Cherry County.

Twelve high school students were awarded the Nebraska State Colleges Multi-Activity Scholarship during the NSAA State Soccer Championships, recognizing their involvement in school activities and athletics.

Wind and rain may have canceled this year’s Memorial Day ceremony in Valentine, but nothing could stop Kelly Hollopeter from remembering her son — or the sacrifice he made.

Cody Dittman of Norfolk is accused of leading authorities on a chase topping 100 miles per hour after officers attempted to stop him in connection to a firearms-related call in Pine Ridge.

A confirmed measles case in an age-appropriately vaccinated child residing in Sheridan County has been reported to the Panhandle Public Health District and Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.

Congressman Adrian Smith, who voted in favor of the new tax “big beautiful bill,” responded on Thursday afternoon to its passage.

Two men are facing charges after a bar fight at the Rushville American Legion that allegedly involved a pool stick used as a weapon.

A 19-year-old Parmelee man has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for shooting and injuring another man near Mission.

Chadron State College was founded as a teacher-training school some 115 years ago.

A Kyle, South Dakota man has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison after prosecutors say he followed a 13-year-old girl while she was walking home, grabbed her, forced her to the ground, and then raped her.

“Fentanyl and other illegal drugs brought into this country by cartels and illegal immigrants continue to be a major problem in South Dakota,” said Jackley.

The Nebraska Republican Party has decided not to pursue any post-trial motions or appeals of a civil defamation case that awarded a former GOP legislative candidate $500,000 in damages.

Rodeo fans will have the chance to meet professional bull riders during a special event June 4 at the Gordon Community Theater.

A ranching family from the Valentine area is launching a beef stick brand built around American-raised, clean-ingredient meat snacks.

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission has lifted its temporary ban on campfires at central and western state park and wildlife management areas

Dr. Charles L. Welch encouraged Chadron State College graduates to embrace their new opportunities and remain true to themselves during the spring commencement ceremony May 10.

Nebraska minors will soon need parental permission to create social media accounts under a bill approved by state lawmakers.

A Winner, South Dakota man is facing charges after allegedly leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase through Valentine, damaging a parked vehicle and resisting arrest.

Fugitive Harley Salway was arrested Sunday evening in Alliance after weeks on the run.

A 22-year-old Mission man has been sentenced to more than six years in federal prison after attacking a person with an axe on the Rosebud Sioux Indian Reservation.

A St. Francis woman has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for assaulting a juvenile with a sharp object.

Preliminary results show Hemingford voters have rejected a nearly $18 million school bond proposal.

A Crawford man has been arrested on multiple child pornography charges following a Nebraska State Patrol investigation.

A group of middle schoolers from Valentine is hoping to leave a mark at this weekend’s Nebraska Championship Meet in Gothenburg.

Three 16-year-olds from Nebraska were arrested in Missouri after the State Patrol says they led law enforcement on a pursuit in a stolen vehicle.

A homeschool junior from Valentine is representing Nebraska in one of the nation’s top scholarship competitions for high school students.

Authorities across the Sandhills and Central Nebraska are assessing damage after a powerful storm system swept through the region Wednesday night.

The Valentine School Board has approved the hiring of a new first grade teacher and a tuition reimbursement policy for administrators pursuing advanced degrees.

A once-unruly rescue horse has galloped his way into the record books thanks to a Western Nebraska horse trainer.

A 21-year-old man has been sentenced to about a year in prison after leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase that ended with a burning vehicle and a high-risk arrest in Sheridan County.

The future of Valentine Community Schools’ after-school program is uncertain after the district did not receive the 21st Century Community Learning Center grant, which has funded the program in recent years.

Cherry County’s zoning administrator will investigate a zoning complaint against the developers of a proposed wind farm near Kilgore.

Public restrooms along the popular canoeing stretch of the Niobrara River could soon be locked up unless the Niobrara Council secures emergency funding.

An Arkansas man accused of hitting and killing a bicyclist with his vehicle near Valentine last summer plans to change his plea to guilty.

Scottsbluff, Chadron and Alliance all hit new daily highs Monday

A resolution introduced in the Nebraska legislature would explore the feasibility of the State of Nebraska assuming the administration of the Niobrara National Scenic River.