Regional

There’s now an easier way to help reduce the growing number of stray cats in Valentine.

What to do about Sandhills nursing home shortage? Commissioner asks Sen. Storer
Nebraska is facing a growing nursing home shortage — a crisis hitting especially hard in rural areas like the Sandhills. According to the Nebraska Health Care Association, 16 nursing homes have closed across the state in the past four years.

Investigators link personal items to missing Chance Englebert after remains found near Scotts Bluff National Monument
Authorities say items found with human remains near Scotts Bluff National Monument have been identified as belonging to missing Wyoming man Chance Englebert. Forensic testing to confirm the identity is still pending.

Sidney Public Library Board calls out former city manager
Sidney Library and Foundation board President told the city council Tuesday the Library's budget was submitted without the Library staff or board's involvement. Interim City Manager Josh Hanson proposed deliberate communication with the Library staff.

BQA and BQAT certification workshop scheduled in Bridgeport
Nebraska Extension and Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance will offer a Beef Quality Assurance and Beef Quality Assurance Transportation Certification in Bridgeport. The programs educate beef producers and transporters on best management practices.






























































