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Four people injured in two-vehicle crash at Scottsbluff intersection
Four people injured in two-vehicle crash at Scottsbluff intersection

Four injured in Monday night crash at Avenue B and South Beltline in Scottsbluff. One driver cited.

Lightning sparks fire at McKelvie National Forest

Lightning sparks fire at McKelvie National Forest

The Civil Air Patrol is monitoring for hot spots after lightning sparked a fire at Samuel R. McKelvie National Forest earlier this week.

Lisa Blair promoted to WNCC Vice President of Academic Affairs

Lisa Blair promoted to WNCC Vice President of Academic Affairs

Western Nebraska Community College is pleased to announce that Dr. Lisa Blair has been promoted to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Massive tornado destroys Ashby home, flattens buildings, kills livestock

Massive tornado destroys Ashby home, flattens buildings, kills livestock

An exceptionally wide tornado tore through Nebraska’s Sandhills Sunday night, leaving behind a trail of destruction.

Arbor Day celebration crowds Shelter House

Arbor Day celebration crowds Shelter House

The community packed the Shelter House in Legion Park Saturday for Sidney's Arbor Day program and tree giveaway. About 150 years ago, residents and pioneers of Nebraska began taking the lack of trees seriously. 

American Legion Post 17 announces scholarship recipients

American Legion Post 17 announces scholarship recipients

The American Legion Post No, 17 of Sidney announces Ryan Dillehay and Katarina Jallen as the recipients of the 2025 American Legion Post No.17 scholarships.

Cavenee shoots way to champion status

Cavenee shoots way to champion status

An 11-year-old from Nebraska becomes the 12th in state history to win at the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals.

Alliance police seek help locating missing man

Alliance police seek help locating missing man

Alliance Police are asking for help locating a missing man last seen Friday afternoon at the Alliance Skate Park.

Strommen highlights collaboration behind state budget process

Strommen highlights collaboration behind state budget process

Sen. Paul Strommen highlights the collaboration and challenges behind Nebraska’s state budget process as lawmakers prepare to finalize the two-year plan.

Concession trailer owner seeks ordinance change

Concession trailer owner seeks ordinance change

Fox Theatre owner John Phillips addressed the city council Tuesday seeking a change in the ordinance on food vendors. He said the ordinance on food trucks and trailers does not apply to his concession trailer.

Sidney Arbor Day celebration Saturday at Legion Park

Sidney Arbor Day celebration Saturday at Legion Park

The City of Sidney Parks Department will be holding its Arbor Day celebration Saturday at the Shelter House in Legion Park.

Gordon teen sentenced for murdering newborn son

Gordon teen sentenced for murdering newborn son

An 18-year-old from Gordon has been sentenced to decades in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the death of her newborn son.

4-H program brings embryology to elementary students

4-H program brings embryology to elementary students

Roosevelt Elementary in Scottsbluff welcomed Audra Brown, 4-H Extension Assistant, on April 15 for an update on the growing embryos in each classroom’s incubators. 

City amending public park hours

City amending public park hours

The Sidney City Council backed changing public park hours to dawn to dusk. The changes to the ordinances need three readings for approval, unless council chooses to do away with the required readings.

Digital mapping flight offers more precise estimate of Johnstown fire size

Digital mapping flight offers more precise estimate of Johnstown fire size

A flight equipped with digital mapping technology has provided a more accurate estimate of the wildfire burning near Johnstown, according to Erv Portis with the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency.

NE Game and Parks releases statement, says one of several agencies involved in helping prescribed burn on private land

NE Game and Parks releases statement, says one of several agencies involved in helping prescribed burn on private land

The Nebraska Game and Parks says it wasn’t the sole agency involved in a prescribed burn near Johnstown that broke containment on Monday.

Blackhawks, planes, dozens of departments unite against large canyon fire near Johnstown

Blackhawks, planes, dozens of departments unite against large canyon fire near Johnstown

State and federal crews have joined local responders in battling a fast-moving wildfire that has scorched more than 24,000 acres in north-central Nebraska near the small village of Johnstown.

Council approves new bus purchase

Council approves new bus purchase

The Sidney City Council backed purchasing a new public transportation bus instead of repairing a 2021 buss nearing 100,000 miles.

Three-vehicle accident claims life of Bridgeport man

Three-vehicle accident claims life of Bridgeport man

A Bridgeport man died in a three-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon west of Bridgeport.

Firefighters respond to roof fire

Firefighters respond to roof fire

Firefighters responded to reports of a roof fire at Nichols tillage Tools this morning.

Nebraska Chamber of Commerce President Bryan Slone to speak at WNCC Commencement

Nebraska Chamber of Commerce President Bryan Slone to speak at WNCC Commencement

Western Nebraska Community College will celebrate the 93rd Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 10.

Plane, several fire departments battle Johnstown area fire

Plane, several fire departments battle Johnstown area fire

Firefighters continue to battle a canyon fire northwest of Johnstown that began as a prescribed burn.

Community Center public meeting seeks Phase 3 comments, concerns

Community Center public meeting seeks Phase 3 comments, concerns

SIDNEY -- Cheyenne County Community Center is hosting a public meeting inviting the public to discuss Stage 3 of the Community Center Development. The meeting will be held 5:30 p.m. April 28 at Boss City Brewing.

Arterburn accepts Sinnett’s big wheel race challenge, rematch set for spring showdown

Arterburn accepts Sinnett’s big wheel race challenge, rematch set for spring showdown

After a stolen trophy, rhymed threats and one scorched ransom note, Hunter has accepted Sarah’s Big Wheel Race challenge.

Commissioners approve changes to Visitors Committee

Commissioners approve changes to Visitors Committee

SIDNEY -- The Cheyenne County commissioners approved changes to the county tourism promotion. Changes include board member requirements and the committee member job description.

Prescribed burn breaks containment near Johnstown, burns 12,000-14,000 acres

Prescribed burn breaks containment near Johnstown, burns 12,000-14,000 acres

Firefighters continue to battle a wildfire northwest of Johnstown that began as a prescribed burn on private land carried out with help from several agencies, including Nebraska Game and Parks Commission staff, volunteer fire departments, and others.

Assault in Valentine prompts emergency response

Assault in Valentine prompts emergency response

An ambulance was called for an assault Monday night in Valentine, according to Valentine Police Chief Jamon Slama.

Lightning sparks grass fire near Norden

Lightning sparks grass fire near Norden

A lightning strike sparked a grass fire Monday afternoon northwest of Norden, burning an estimated 110 acres, according to Springview Fire Chief Scott Hallock.

Interstate 80 cleared near Chappell after accident involving semi-tractor-trailer hauling cattle

Interstate 80 cleared near Chappell after accident involving semi-tractor-trailer hauling cattle

A semi hauling cattle crashed late Monday on I-80 near Chappell. No word yet on injuries.

Niobrara National Scenic River receives recent national attention for Quiet Trail designation

Niobrara National Scenic River receives recent national attention for Quiet Trail designation

The Niobrara National Scenic River is once again making waves—this time for its rare and peaceful distinction.

Sidney hires Josh Hanson as new Assistant City Manager

Sidney hires Josh Hanson as new Assistant City Manager

The City of Sidney has named Josh Hanson as its new assistant city manager. Officials say his public and private sector experience will bring a fresh perspective to city operations.

U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts to hold town hall in Valentine this week

U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts to hold town hall in Valentine this week

U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) is hosting three public town hall meetings this week, including a stop in Valentine.

Bill requiring burial or cremation of elective abortion remains among topics in Sen. Storer’s weekly update

Bill requiring burial or cremation of elective abortion remains among topics in Sen. Storer’s weekly update

LB632, a bill requiring the burial or cremation of remains from elective abortions, was advanced after two days of debate.

Colorado woman sentenced to 11 years for trafficking meth on the Rosebud Reservation

Colorado woman sentenced to 11 years for trafficking meth on the Rosebud Reservation

Between 2015 and 2020, Patricia Rae Pacheco—also known as Patty Pacheco—worked with several others to traffic meth from Colorado to South Dakota.

Kyle man sentenced to less than three years in prison for causing a death on the Pine Ridge Reservation

Kyle man sentenced to less than three years in prison for causing a death on the Pine Ridge Reservation

A 29-year-old man from Kyle has been sentenced to two years and nine months in federal prison following a deadly shooting on the Pine Ridge Reservation.

Traffic stop leads to drug arrest in Kimball County

Traffic stop leads to drug arrest in Kimball County

A Kimball woman was arrested following a traffic stop on April 20. Deputies say meth was found in the vehicle.

Two people arrested following traffic stop in Kimball County

Two people arrested following traffic stop in Kimball County

Two men were arrested during a traffic stop in Kimball County on April 18. Charges include DUI and felony drug possession.

Bridgeport man scheduled for pretrial on multiple charges including sex assault on a juvenile

Bridgeport man scheduled for pretrial on multiple charges including sex assault on a juvenile

A Bridgeport man is facing multiple charges, including sexual assault of a juvenile. Jesse Russell is scheduled for pretrial in Morrill County District Court on June 2.

Fort Morgan woman arrested in ongoing cocaine distribution investigation

Fort Morgan woman arrested in ongoing cocaine distribution investigation

A Fort Morgan woman has been arrested following a months-long drug investigation into alleged cocaine distribution within the community, according to the Fort Morgan Police Department.

Two injured in two-vehicle accident

Two injured in two-vehicle accident

Two people were injured in a two-vehicle collision in Sidney today.

KCTS hosts open house to conclude Nebraska Public Transit Week

KCTS hosts open house to conclude Nebraska Public Transit Week

KCTS in Kimball wrapped up Nebraska Public Transit Week with an open house featuring prizes, free lunch, and community activities.

Person cited after driving around Valentine golf course

Person cited after driving around Valentine golf course

A driver has been cited after police say a vehicle was seen driving around Frederick Peak Golf Course two days in a row.

Extreme hail, winds cause major damage in Fremont

Extreme hail, winds cause major damage in Fremont

Many in Fremont are assessing damage on Friday following a severe storm.

Museum helps visitors and locals reconnect to Bayard’s past

Museum helps visitors and locals reconnect to Bayard’s past

The Bayard Depot Museum served as an actual railroad depot until the late 1980s. Locals then turned it into a museum, and it’s still a popular gathering spot today.

Sidney-area entrepreneurs nominated for UNK’s Light It Up awards

Sidney-area entrepreneurs nominated for UNK’s Light It Up awards

Entrepreneurs from Sidney and Cheyenne County are finalists for UNK’s Light It Up Awards.

New bridge near Valentine tentatively opening next week

New bridge near Valentine tentatively opening next week

After months of construction, a new Highway 12 bridge over the Minnechaduza Creek is tentatively set to open next week.

U.S. Attorney's Office issues phone spoof warning

U.S. Attorney's Office issues phone spoof warning

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Nebraska is warning the public of a scam claiming to represent the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Preparedness in Practice: Nebraska AgrAbility presents strategies to empower rural families and communities

Preparedness in Practice: Nebraska AgrAbility presents strategies to empower rural families and communities

Connecting agriculture and disaster planning for stronger rural communities requires planning for various disasters. Disaster and emergency planning often overlooks individuals working and living on farms and ranches.

Strommen: State budget debate set to begin April 29 in Nebraska Legislature

Strommen: State budget debate set to begin April 29 in Nebraska Legislature

On April 29, the state budget will be introduced and deliberated by the Legislature, marking the beginning of debate on the two-year budget. The Appropriations Committee has reached an agreement, and is awaiting the finalized preliminary version.

National Park Service to remain in Valentine office, staffing unchanged

National Park Service to remain in Valentine office, staffing unchanged

Despite a previous listing on the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) website suggesting a lease cancellation, the National Park Service (NPS) will remain in its Valentine office through at least its lease expiration of Sept. 2026.

Laramie County, Wyo. man dies in single vehicle accident

Laramie County, Wyo. man dies in single vehicle accident

Laramie County, Wyo., authorities are investigating a single vehicle fatal accident that occurred about 1 p.m. Wednesday.

Council hears proposal for marijuana dispensary

Council hears proposal for marijuana dispensary

Discussion continues on the possibility of a future dispensary in the Peetz community.

Sixteen arrested for alleged involvement in Pine Ridge Reservation drug trafficking

Sixteen arrested for alleged involvement in Pine Ridge Reservation drug trafficking

A multiagency law enforcement operation has resulted in 16 federal arrests in Rapid City, South Dakota and within the Pine Ridge Reservation.

Remote pilot exam prep course offered in Scottsbluff April 25

Remote pilot exam prep course offered in Scottsbluff April 25

Nebraska Extension is offering the Part 107 Remote Exam Prep Course on Friday, April 25, at the UNL Panhandle Research, Extension, and Education Center in Scottsbluff.

130 acres burned in stubble fire near Brownson

130 acres burned in stubble fire near Brownson

Fire crews from four departments contained a 130-acre stubble field fire near Brownson Monday afternoon.

‘Our kids are very vulnerable’: Sounding the alarm on human trafficking in Nebraska

‘Our kids are very vulnerable’: Sounding the alarm on human trafficking in Nebraska

In Nebraska, the crime has touched communities of all sizes—from cities like Omaha to towns as small as Mullen.

90th Contracting Squadron to host Vendor Outreach event

90th Contracting Squadron to host Vendor Outreach event

The 90th Contracting Squadron will host a Vendor Outreach Event from 12 to 4 p.m. April 30 to connect local businesses with government agencies and provide a foundational understanding of government contracting.

Death of Rosebud Sioux Tribe Vice President’s daughter prompts administrative leave

Death of Rosebud Sioux Tribe Vice President’s daughter prompts administrative leave

The Rosebud Sioux Tribe announced administrative leave for all tribal employees on Tuesday following the death of Tribe Vice President Lisa White Pipe’s daughter, Tehjalyn White Pipe.

Two arrested in pursuit of stolen vehicles

Two arrested in pursuit of stolen vehicles

Shortly after midnight on Tuesday, April 15,  the Morgan County Sheriff's Office received information that Logan County was pursuing a stolen, gray 2006 Dodge Charger.
A 33-year-old woman and 56-year-old man were arrested.

Nebraska Extension researcher uses partnerships and tools to create ‘Outstanding Extension Programs’

Nebraska Extension researcher uses partnerships and tools to create ‘Outstanding Extension Programs’

Dr. Bijesh Maharjan is an extension specialist and associate professor in the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture. He has developed a widely recognized and effective soil health and fertility program.

Oetken stepping down as Tech Nebraska executive director

Oetken stepping down as Tech Nebraska executive director

Laurel Oetken is stepping down fro Tech Nebraska effective April 18. She has served as the organization's Executive Director since 2023.

Peterson no longer Mitchell Police Chief

Peterson no longer Mitchell Police Chief

Dominick Peterson is no longer the Chief of Police for Mitchell, Neb. Mayor Paul Murrell did not comment on what led to Peterson no longer serving as police chief.

Downtown Sounds headliner advances to playoff round of The Voice

Downtown Sounds headliner advances to playoff round of The Voice

Jaelen Johnston is headed to The Voice Playoffs after winning last night’s Knockout Round on Team Ballerini. You can catch him live in Sidney this summer at Downtown Sounds on July 18.

Cherry County Ag Society votes on shower station for HS Rodeo Finals, audit, board resignation

Cherry County Ag Society votes on shower station for HS Rodeo Finals, audit, board resignation

During an hours-long meeting Monday night, the Cherry County Ag Society made several decisions, including preparations for the upcoming Nebraska High School Rodeo Finals in June.

ALLO Fiber completes construction of network in Mitchell and Morrill

ALLO Fiber completes construction of network in Mitchell and Morrill

ALLO’s 100 percent fiber-optic network in Mitchell and Morrill is complete.Mitchell and Morrill join 50 communities across six states experiencing the ALLO Fiber difference.