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Ogallala authorities seek suspect in Bomgaars boot theft
Ogallala authorities seek suspect in Bomgaars boot theft

Tri-County Crime Stoppers is looking for help identifying a man who walked out of the Ogallala Bomgaars wearing stolen boots. A reward of up to $1,000 is available for anonymous tips leading to an arrest and conviction.

E3 hosts community meeting on proposed Economic Development Corporation

E3 hosts community meeting on proposed Economic Development Corporation

E3, Energizing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems, hosted a community meeting on the proposed Economic Development Corporation at Western Nebraska Community College in Sidney Monday.

Four-vehicle crash in Scottsbluff sends three to hospital, closes 21st Avenue

Four-vehicle crash in Scottsbluff sends three to hospital, closes 21st Avenue

Scottsbluff police say three people were injured in a four-vehicle crash Monday on 21st Avenue. Two drivers were taken by ambulance, and the roadway was closed for about an hour. Investigation is ongoing.

Gering man facing attempted murder charge dies by apparent suicide in Keith County Jail

Gering man facing attempted murder charge dies by apparent suicide in Keith County Jail

Nebraska State Patrol investigating jail death

Two Sidney residents killed in Highway 92 crash near McGrew

Two Sidney residents killed in Highway 92 crash near McGrew

NSP has identified the two Sidney residents killed in last week’s Highway 92 crash near McGrew.

Sidney firefighters spend Sunday training in vehicle extrication

Sidney firefighters spend Sunday training in vehicle extrication

Sidney firefighters spent their Sunday training in vehicle extrication to stay prepared for serious crash responses.

Socktober drive collects 730 pairs of socks at West Elementary in Sidney

Socktober drive collects 730 pairs of socks at West Elementary in Sidney

West Elementary collected 730 pairs of socks during Socktober - all donated to local schools, churches and charities.

Sidney High School welding students build new moon gate for Living Memorial Gardens

Sidney High School welding students build new moon gate for Living Memorial Gardens

Sidney High School welding students designed, built and installed a new moon gate at the Living Memorial Gardens, fulfilling a “big wish feature” the gardens say will be enjoyed for years to come.

Panther Activity Center receives Buckley Trust Grant

Panther Activity Center receives Buckley Trust Grant

The Lodgepole Community Fund (LCF) has received a $10,000 grant from the Thomas Buckley Trust to help with the HVAC system at the Panther Activity Center. The Lodgepole Community Fund will accept donations to the PAC Accounts to support the PAC.

Sexual assault, terroristic threats in Valentine Police weekly report

Sexual assault, terroristic threats in Valentine Police weekly report

During the week of November 9th to November 15th, Valentine police made two arrests and responded to more than 40 calls for service.

One arrested after shots fired in Kilgore

One arrested after shots fired in Kilgore

One person was arrested after reports of shots fired in Kilgore Saturday night.

Big Boy launches annual Christmas shopping spree

Big Boy launches annual Christmas shopping spree

987 The Big Boy’s annual Christmas Shopping Spree is underway, giving listeners a chance to win a $1,000 holiday shopping adventure with Sutton Home Gallery in Sidney.

Air Link Helicopter to Fly Santa and the Grinch in for the Downtown Scottsbluff Christmas Parade

Air Link Helicopter to Fly Santa and the Grinch in for the Downtown Scottsbluff Christmas Parade

The Air Link crew will be flying Santa and the Grinch in by helicopter for this year’s Downtown Scottsbluff Christmas Parade.

Search warrant in Scottsbluff leads to multiple arrests, recovery of stolen vehicle and firearm

Search warrant in Scottsbluff leads to multiple arrests, recovery of stolen vehicle and firearm

WING Drug Task Force arrests four and recovers a stolen vehicle, firearm and multiple narcotics during a Scottsbluff search warrant.

Morrill County deputies arrest man driving stolen vehicle on Highway 385

Morrill County deputies arrest man driving stolen vehicle on Highway 385

Morrill County deputies say a late-night traffic stop on Hwy 385 led to the arrest of a man driving a stolen vehicle. Charges include felony possession of stolen property.

Community support sought for Sidney family

Community support sought for Sidney family

The public is encouraged to show support for the Weber family of Sidney who is facing medical and financial challenges following a November 6 accident east of Chappell, Neb., on Interstate 80.

Two arrested after SWAT-assisted search warrant in Big Springs

Two arrested after SWAT-assisted search warrant in Big Springs

Two people were arrested on drug and weapons charges after a SWAT-assisted search warrant Friday morning in Big Springs, authorities say.

WNCC Alumni Association hosts 12th Annual Banquet and Award Ceremony

WNCC Alumni Association hosts 12th Annual Banquet and Award Ceremony

Western Nebraska Community College hosted the 12th annual Alumni & Friends banquet and awards ceremony, in Scottsbluff.

Missing Alliance man has been found safe

Missing Alliance man has been found safe

The Alliance Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Eudolio Alvarado, an 83-year-old Hispanic male, who may be experiencing symptoms of dementia. At about 7 p.m., he was reported found and safe.

Bluffs Middle School student wins 'Name-a-snowplow' award

Bluffs Middle School student wins 'Name-a-snowplow' award

Bluffs Middle School students were offered a close-up of snow removal equipment Wednesday. Cayden Finkey's submission for the "Name a Snowplow" contest brought Nebraska Department of Transportation workers to the school.

Colorado attempted homicide suspect arrested in North Platte

Colorado attempted homicide suspect arrested in North Platte

Nebraska State Patrol announced today a Colorado attempted homicide suspect was arrested in North Platte Thursday,. Troopers also found drugs, a handgun and stolen financial documents during the search.

New subdivisions planned as Valentine looks to grow

New subdivisions planned as Valentine looks to grow

Valentine city leaders and developers are laying the groundwork for new growth.

Electric rates set to rise in Valentine

Electric rates set to rise in Valentine

Electric rates in Valentine are going up. The city council approved the increase Thursday night after Valentine’s wholesale power provider substantially increased its rates.

Creative District seeking administrative, partnership options

Creative District seeking administrative, partnership options

Sidney's Creative District is seeking administrative options, possibly a different partnership, while enhancing the creative presence in the city. Program leader Brandy Stone asked for two weeks to research options.

Valentine record-setting high jumper signs with North Dakota State

Valentine record-setting high jumper signs with North Dakota State

As a junior, Isaac Cronin cleared 6 feet, 10 inches at the state meet — a mark that not only tied the Nebraska Class C record but also ranked 28th in the nation last season.

Court allows Attorney General Hilgers’ case against change healthcare to proceed

Court allows Attorney General Hilgers’ case against change healthcare to proceed

Lancaster County District Court denied Change Healthcare’s Motion to Dismiss. Attorney General Mike Hilgers filed the lawsuit in December 2024 after a catastrophic breach of Change Healthcare’s systems caused statewide disruptions.

Fire near Mullen burns hundreds of acres Thursday

Fire near Mullen burns hundreds of acres Thursday

About a dozen fire departments joined forces Thursday to battle a large grass fire south of Mullen.

All District Football Team Announced for Nebraska Class C-2 District 6

All District Football Team Announced for Nebraska Class C-2 District 6

Several area athletes are being recognized in Nebraska Class C-2 District 6.

Sheriff's office: Driver likely fell asleep in I-80 rollover east of Sidney last week

Sheriff's office: Driver likely fell asleep in I-80 rollover east of Sidney last week

A semi rollover closed westbound I-80 near mile marker 64 east of Sidney.

Sidney Public Schools highlight student services through partnership with city transportation

Sidney Public Schools highlight student services through partnership with city transportation

Sidney Public Transportation is playing a larger role in getting local students safely to and from school, supporting nearly 90 riders a day through its partnership with Sidney Public Schools.

Sidney third graders honor veterans with concert and visit from local veteran

Sidney third graders honor veterans with concert and visit from local veteran

Sidney third graders delivered a heartfelt Veterans Day Concert this week, complete with a visit from veteran Larry Nelson, who brought military history to life with his uniform display and stories.

West Elementary fourth graders learn about native cultures

West Elementary fourth graders learn about native cultures

West Elementary fourth graders spent the week learning Native languages, traditions and crafts thanks to a visit from artist and educator Steve Tamayo.

I-80 eastbound reopens at state line following truck fire

I-80 eastbound reopens at state line following truck fire

I-80 eastbound was closed between mile marker 1 and the Bushnell exit as emergency crews worked to extinguish a truck fire on the shoulder near mile marker 3 Thursday night.

Cherry County Hospital debating possible expansion

Cherry County Hospital debating possible expansion

Cherry County Hospital is exploring a potential expansion that could add space for rehab services, the specialty clinic, an in-house MRI and additional storage.

Sheriff confirms one dead after gas well blowout near Sidney, investigation continues

Sheriff confirms one dead after gas well blowout near Sidney, investigation continues

Cheyenne County officials say County Road 111 has reopened as the investigation continues into Tuesday’s gas fire north of Sidney.

Alliance police arrest suspect after early-morning assault

Alliance police arrest suspect after early-morning assault

Alliance police arrested a 19-year-old man early Thursday after a reported assault on East 6th Street. One victim was injured, and officers say the suspect was found hiding under a mattress.

Cherry County Zoning Department remains closed as commissioners search for new administrator

Cherry County Zoning Department remains closed as commissioners search for new administrator

Those needing zoning permits for projects in Cherry County will have to wait a little longer.

Benefit account set up for Olsen family at Points West Bank

Benefit account set up for Olsen family at Points West Bank

Point West Bank announced Wednesday an account has been established to assist Regina Olsen after the fire that occurred Tuesday morning.

Military veterans remembered with tradition, community events

Military veterans remembered with tradition, community events

The flag flew high and proud Tuesday, Veterans Day. That evening veterans and the public were invited to the annual Bean Feed at the Sidney Elks Lodge, all to celebrate and recognize military veterans.

Economic leaders gather in Valentine to explore creative community growth

Economic leaders gather in Valentine to explore creative community growth

Economic development leaders from across the Sandhills and Panhandle gathered in Valentine to share ideas and learn from each other’s successes.

Northern lights dazzle skies across western Nebraska Tuesday night

Northern lights dazzle skies across western Nebraska Tuesday night

The northern lights lit up the sky over Sidney, Chappell and the Nebraska Panhandle Tuesday night.

Standing room only at Valentine Elementary’s Veterans Day program

Standing room only at Valentine Elementary’s Veterans Day program

When you think of school concerts, you might picture winter or spring performances. But in Valentine, they go big for Veterans Day.

Hunters rescued from Lake McConaughy mud flats; fire crews later battle large blaze at Sandy Beach

Hunters rescued from Lake McConaughy mud flats; fire crews later battle large blaze at Sandy Beach

Two hunters and their dog were rescued from the mud flats at Lake McConaughy before firefighters battled a major blaze at Sandy Beach Paradise late into the night.

Direct grazing of standing milo with cows examined in webinar

Direct grazing of standing milo with cows examined in webinar

Nebraska Extension will host a webinar December 3 that will focus on strip-grazing standing milo as a winter feed option. Field Specialist Rusty Lee will share the results of his research and experience.

Operation Christmas Child National Collection Week is November 17-24

Operation Christmas Child National Collection Week is November 17-24

Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan's Purse, seeks to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children around the world. Volunteers are packing shoe boxes in preparation of National Collection Week – November 17-24.

Firefighters respond to house fire near Central Elementary in Sidney

Firefighters respond to house fire near Central Elementary in Sidney

Firefighters were on scene of a house fire near Central Elementary in Sidney. Everyone inside made it out safely, and nearby homes were evacuated as a precaution. Developing story.

Tara Schnell wins $500 for Sidney Public Schools in Stretch Across Nebraska contest

Tara Schnell wins $500 for Sidney Public Schools in Stretch Across Nebraska contest

Tara Schnell won $500 for Sidney Public Schools through the Stretch Across Nebraska contest, sharing her family’s healthy walk on the Deadwood Trail with News Channel Nebraska, Medica and The Big Boy.

School board recognizes October 2025 students of the month

School board recognizes October 2025 students of the month

The Sidney Board of Education recognized the October Students of the Monday in the November 10 board meeting.

Two juveniles hospitalized after crash near Bayard, deputies say

Two juveniles hospitalized after crash near Bayard, deputies say

Two juveniles were hospitalized after a crash near Bayard early Sunday morning. Deputies say the vehicle left the road and hit an embankment before the occupants fled on foot.

Potter railroad crossing to be closed Thursday

Potter railroad crossing to be closed Thursday

The Union Pacific Railroad announced today the main railroad crossing in Potter will be closed much of Tuesday. An alternate would be the underpass west of Potter.

Nebraska Department of Education highlights communities improving attendance

Nebraska Department of Education highlights communities improving attendance

The Nebraska Department of Education released data that shows 66 of the state's 93 counties had declines in chronic absenteeism.

Random stop near Sidney inspires Historical Fiction writer

Random stop near Sidney inspires Historical Fiction writer

He was on a vacation, driving from Lincoln to Estes Park, Colo. when they stopped at the rest stop east of Sidney. Information he found there inspired him to write an historical fiction book series, and a second series is pending.

Native American Heritage Museum created by Valentine middle schoolers

Native American Heritage Museum created by Valentine middle schoolers

As part of National Native American Heritage Month, fifth graders at Valentine Middle School have transformed their class hallway into a museum celebrating Native American history and culture.

Teen killed, two others airlifted after crash north of Burlington

Teen killed, two others airlifted after crash north of Burlington

A 17-year-old boy was killed and two others were airlifted after a crash north of Burlington on Wednesday. The Colorado State Patrol says the crash happened when a Jeep rear-ended a car stopped to turn on Highway 385.

Sterling man dies in two vehicle accident near Fleming

Sterling man dies in two vehicle accident near Fleming

A Sterling, Colo., man died Thursday when the SUV he was in collided with a truck-trailer on U.S. Highway 6 near Fleming.

Stronger together: police radios connect Alliance schools directly to emergency responders

Stronger together: police radios connect Alliance schools directly to emergency responders

The Alliance Police Department has brought new life to a retired radio system. The previous radio system will be used by Alliance Area Schools to provide instant emergency communication.

Officials close westbound I-80 near Chappell due to vehicle fire

Officials close westbound I-80 near Chappell due to vehicle fire

Officials closed westbound I-80 near Chappell Thursday afternoon as crews responded to a vehicle fire reported around 3 p.m. MST. Deuel County Sheriff Scott DeCoste reported I-80 reopened about 5:35 p.m.

Sentencings in Cherry County child enticement and assault cases

Sentencings in Cherry County child enticement and assault cases

Two Valentine men have been sentenced in separate Cherry County cases involving child enticement and assault.

Sidney man bound over to District Court on drug possession case

Sidney man bound over to District Court on drug possession case

The Possession of Methamphetamine case against Justin Kettle of Sidney has been moved to Cheyenne County District Court. His next court appearance is scheduled for December 3.

Plea deal reached in Sheridan County child abuse case

Plea deal reached in Sheridan County child abuse case

A plea deal has been reached in the case of a 25-year-old Alliance man who previously faced multiple child sexual assault charges in Sheridan County.

Hometown Liquor shows support for Toys for Tots

Hometown Liquor shows support for Toys for Tots

The Southern Nebraska Panhandle Toys for Tots-Cheyenne & Kimball Counties program is the recipient of the Round-Up donation from Hometown Liquor in Sidney. Round-Up donations in November support children's movie tickets at the Fox Theatre.

E3 pitches economic development corporation concept to county

E3 pitches economic development corporation concept to county

Members of E3 presented the Cheyenne County Commissioners with a proposal for an Economic Development Corporation. The next meeting is scheduled for November 17 at the Western Nebraska Community College Sidney campus.

‘Bring our people back’: Healing through bison harvest on Rosebud Reservation

‘Bring our people back’: Healing through bison harvest on Rosebud Reservation

At Sinte Gleska University on the Rosebud Reservation, one unique program is helping feed the community while also strengthening cultural, physical and spiritual well-being.

Suspect accused of hitting woman with vehicle, fleeing from law enforcement arrested near Chadron

Suspect accused of hitting woman with vehicle, fleeing from law enforcement arrested near Chadron

A suspect accused of driving drunk, hitting a woman with a vehicle, and fleeing from law enforcement was arrested Wednesday morning after a pursuit through Chadron.

Voters recall Morrill County Assessor

Voters recall Morrill County Assessor

Morrill County voters have recalled County Assessor Rose Nelson 963 in support and 596 opposing the recall.