A 16-year-old boy was found dead from apparent exposure to freezing temperatures in Tripp County, South Dakota, according to the sheriff’s office.

In response to the crisis, a nonprofit organization, Pine Ridge Hope, is working on multiple initiatives to address the growing challenges and provide opportunities for young people

As winter lingers, plans are in motion to bring something green to Gordon.

Here's Senator Tanya Storer's weekly update from the Nebraska legislative session.

Two 30-year-old women from South Dakota were arrested on Feb. 11 for possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia following a traffic stop in Valentine, according to the Valentine Police Department’s weekly update.

A brother-sister duo from Valentine is making school history as they both prepare to compete in the Nebraska state wrestling tournament.

Thousands of people traveled to the small town of Valentine, Nebraska this weekend for several big events.

Officers with the Torrington, Wyo. Police Department made contact with Bianca Isabel Moreno Saturday and confirmed her well-being.

The body of a 24-year-old man was found on Feb. 7 at around 5:00 p.m., according to the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety.

This year around 145 students participated, which included local 4-H youth, FFA members from across the state and collegiate teams from several states.

Valentine City Council members heard about possible options for the future of the dam at Mill Pond.

During Thursday night’s Valentine City Council meeting, Cherry County Ag Society President Duane Witte said that the society hopes to enclose the pavilion at the fairgrounds to get more use out of it.

“Where is Boot Hill Cemetery?” That was one of the questions asked by a longtime Valentine resident to a group of Valentine High School students as they presented their plan to restore an abandoned cemetery to the Valentine City Council.

Getting a haircut in Valentine may soon come with a little extra buzz—literally.

A recent drug search at Valentine High School turned up nothing, as a detection dog found no evidence of drugs.

Valentine Community Schools has found its next 3rd grade teacher.

Engaged couples will have a unique opportunity to get married in Valentine, Nebraska, on Valentine’s Day 2026.

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has appointed Kurt Arganbright of Valentine to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, where he will represent District 6.

Chloe Coplen-Anderson is set to appear in court on April 24.

A unique new vending machine at Valentine Elementary School isn’t stocked with snacks; it’s stocked with stories.

As the Middle Niobrara Natural Resources District (MNNRD) plans a multi-million dollar remodel, the public will have a chance to weigh in on the project.

Reegan Eggert finished fourth at District Wrestling at 100 pounds, punching her ticket to State.

The Todd County School District and St. Francis Indian School will be releasing students early on Monday because of the weather and road conditions.

An Alamogordo, New Mexico man was scheduled to appear in Cherry County Court on Monday, facing felony drug charges.

Valentine police responded to 43 calls for service and made five arrests during the week of Feb. 2 to Feb. 8, according to the department's weekly report.

A 57-year-old Rapid City man has been convicted of multiple counts of sexual abuse and child abuse following a three-day jury trial in federal court.

A Valentine artist took home the People’s Choice Award during the Black Hills Stock Show Quick Draw competition.

Two Canadians are facing charges after the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) says troopers found 110 pounds of suspected methamphetamine, a small amount of marijuana, suspected drug money, and four counterfeit $100 bills in their vehicle.

The Gordon City Council has appointed an interim city manager following last week’s termination of the previous manager’s contract.

Representatives from major tech companies were at the Nebraska State Capitol on Thursday to testify against proposed legislation aimed at regulating social media access for minors.

The University of Nebraska at Kearney is offering a new scholarship for pre-nursing students, thanks to a generous estate gift from the late Glenn and Pearle Lahaye.

A 41-year-old Norris, South Dakota man has been sentenced to one year and one month in federal prison for failing to register as a sex offender.

Marylyn Ohlman’s journey as an artist flourished in the late 1990s and early 2000s when she attended the ECC art program in Elgin, Illinois.

The owners of Homeland Grocery, the only grocery store in Springview, have announced they will be stepping away from the business at the end of February, leaving the future of the store uncertain.

According to research from the Center for Rural Affairs, the state lost 30% of its independent rural grocery stores between 2016 and 2021.

he conviction stems from a shooting on Sept. 15, 2022, when Clayton Fire Thunder, who was intoxicated at the time, traveled to a residence east of Pine Ridge intending to meet a methamphetamine dealer.

Outback Sales LLC has applied for a conditional use permit to build a shop south of Kilgore, near the Niobrara River, in the newly established Amish community.

While the average family size in the United States has been shrinking for decades, the Amish population continues to grow—doubling approximately every 20 years.

LB 294 would allow counties to award grants through their County Visitor Improvement Fund based on either 1% of their lodging tax revenue or a minimum of $2,500, whichever is greater.

Work is set to begin on the Carns State Aid Bridge northeast of Bassett on March 10, weather permitting.

Three South Dakota residents are facing drug charges after Valentine Police say a traffic stop led to the discovery of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.

A Michigan woman has been sentenced to nearly five years in federal prison for her role in a fentanyl trafficking operation that brought hundreds of grams of the drug into South Dakota, including to the Pine Ridge Reservation.

Donating to the Cherry County Convention Center project just got easier. The Sandhills Area Foundation (SAF) has entered into a pass-through agreement with Cherry County Tourism to facilitate tax-deductible donations.

Dog owners in Gordon may soon have a dedicated space for their pets to play and socialize.

Just months into his tenure, Gordon’s City Manager is out of a job.

When February 14 rolls around, Valentine takes its name to heart with unique traditions that draw attention from across the country.

Parades and carnivals often close down Main Street, but in Valentine, bulls will that take center stage.

A New Mexico man is being held on several felony charges after a Cherry County deputy found more than six pounds of methamphetamine in his vehicle, according to the Cherry County Sheriff’s Office.

Judge Jeffrey Funke gives State of the Judiciary Address, to the legislature

Cherry County commissioners shortened their meeting Tuesday to allow employees time to honor the life of Dave Leonard, the county’s late weed supervisor.

The Cherry County Planning and Zoning Board is welcoming three new members as it prepares for the major task of updating the county’s comprehensive plan, which is a key document that guides development, land use, and growth across the county.

A semi-truck crash near Valentine on Sunday afternoon led to the spill of 23 gallons of fuel.

A 59-year-old Martin, South Dakota woman has been sentenced to just over a year in federal prison for stealing money from a tribal organization.

Piper Ryschon of Scottsbluff, Neb., is Chadron State College’s Project Strive/TRiO Student of the Month for January.

A Valentine woman has a unique connection to the Los Angeles wildfires. Hear how her story intertwines with the devastating events in California in this story.

The Cherry County Sheriff’s Office is urging drivers to steer clear of the intersection of Highways 83 and 20 south of Valentine on Sunday evening due to a semi-truck crash.

14-year-old Adriana L. Whirlwind Horse returned home safely Sunday after she was reported missing Sunday morning.

A 20-year-old Porcupine man has been found guilty in the shooting death of his girlfriend and her unborn baby.

With immigration policies under President Donald Trump making national headlines, Cherry County officials are clarifying their stance.

As the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation deals with what the Oglala Sioux Tribe President has called a ‘catastrophic breakdown of law and order,’ area law enforcement is alerting the public that they’ll see increased law enforcement, but not ICE.

Chadron State College remains a key driver of economic prosperity in Nebraska, contributing to individual student success as well as the vitality and sustainability of rural communities and the state.

Public land in Nebraska could soon be up for sale. In Nebraska, the Bureau of Land Management oversees around 5,100 acres of public land.

Across the nation, high school sports are facing a tough opponent: declining participation. Earlier this week, News Channel Nebraska took a deep dive into the state of girls’ athletics. Now, we’re turning the spotlight to the boys.

A 22-year-old Mission, South Dakota man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for kidnapping and sexually abusing a juvenile girl.