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A lightning strike knocked Cheyenne County Country off the air Tuesday night. 1340 AM is back, but 95.7 FM will remain down until equipment is replaced.

St. Francis man sentenced to seven years for resisting and impeding federal officers and possessing meth bound for distribution
A 30-year-old St. Francis man has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison after pleading guilty to assaulting, resisting and impeding federal officers and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.

Valentine’s often overlooked Black history: The Buffalo Soldiers
When many people picture the history of rural Nebraska, they imagine Native Americans and white settlers carving out a life on the Plains. But Black Americans also played a vital role—especially the Buffalo Soldiers, who helped protect early communities.

Fairbury hosts 14th annual vehicular community celebration: the car show and cruise night
The sounds and sights of cars of all kinds once again filled the streets of downtown Fairbury this Sunday for the small city’s annual mid-September vehicle-centered community celebration: the car show and cruise night.

Sidney council accepts resignation of City Manager David Scott, appoints Josh Hanson as interim
Sidney City Council has named Josh Hanson as Interim City Manager following the resignation of David Scott. Hanson, a Sidney native and U.S. Marine veteran, says he’s ready to step up and keep the city moving forward.

Norfolk community honors 9/11 fallen with stair climb
Norfolk, Neb. - In a poignant tribute, the Norfolk community joined forces with Norfolk Fire and Rescue to host their 2nd annual 9/11 memorial stair climb, honoring the lives lost in the tragic events of September 11, 2001. The event recreated the gruelin