Sidney police say Casey L. Diedrich, 37, was arrested Wednesday near First Avenue on a felony meth possession charge.

The Evangelical Free Church in Sidney is hosting the annual Christmas sale fundraiser for Table of Grace. The event is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Kimball police say a 38-year-old man was arrested Saturday on a child abuse charge after officers responded to an assault report on Chestnut Street.

Kimball police say two people were arrested Wednesday on multiple child abuse charges following an investigation involving a juvenile’s report and a forensic interview.

The 2024-2025 Knowing, Growing, and Grazing Grass webinar series had 58 producers fro eight states. Instructors are now planning the next series for the fall of 2026.

After mild debate, the city council unanimously approved to move forward with a rehabilitation project of the water tank estimated to cost $431,000.

The holiday spirit is in full swing in downtown Norfolk with lights, music, and the hometown holidays festival happening on Tuesday.

Jeff Phelps says it started as an efficient way of photographing farm land, then developed into a creative outlet with a drone and a camera. His work is on the cover of Nebraska Life Magazine.

A 44-year-old Gordon man is facing charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a teenager, along with making and possessing child sexual abuse material.

News Channel Nebraska is putting one of the state’s premier holiday celebrations in the spotlight.

The Regional West Foundation Board of Directors recently announced that $7,830 in scholarships was awarded to six students through the West Nebraska Blood Center, located at Regional West Medical Center.

Federal authorities in Colorado say they have disrupted a Mexican drug trafficking organization that was operating in the state.

Ogallala alum and North Platte pediatrician Dr. Melissa (Zimmerman) Mosel will appear on “Wheel of Fortune” this Friday evening.

Jason and Carrie Jones of Laurel, Nebraska, are scheduled to appear in court following their convictions in the tragic quadruple homicide of Gene and Janet Twiford, their daughter Dana Twiford, and neighbor Michele Ebeling.

A Texas man has been arrested in connection with a 2023 armed robbery at the Chadron Federal Credit Union

Wayne State College is showcasing panels from the massive AIDS Memorial Quilt until Dec. 1, coinciding with World AIDS Day. Each panel tells a personal story of someone affected by HIV/AIDS, reminding us of the diverse ways people were impacted

State auditor says paving in front of board member's residence should have received prior approval from the village board

Fireworks fill the night sky with color and sound that most people enjoy. But when Ben Uzzell got out of the military in 2014, he had severe PTSD and never saw himself being where he is today.

The Marketing Hometown America Action Forum was held Tuesday at the Sidney Elks Lodge. The program is called "a targeted effort to retain and recruit talent to Cheyenne County."

High school sophomores from across the Sandhills stepped into adulthood for a day during “An Intro to Life,” a budgeting and life-skills simulation held in Valentine.

The format of the fourth annual Big Give Thayer County fundraiser looks a little different than the first three, but the goal remains the same: to support organizations inside the county's community.

Although it took 74-year-old Linda Lund some time to come around to Hillcrest Care Center and Assisted Living, she eventually insisted it was home.

ZZ Top and Dwight Yoakam are scheduled to hit the Heartland Events Center stage in 2026.

Three northeast Nebraska attorneys will be considered to fill a vacant county judgeship.

A Central Nebraska city is gearing up for one of its biggest holiday traditions with the annual “Celebration of Lights’ event returning Thursday to Hastings.

The Kimball City Council approved Tuesday evening the appointment of Gabe Ingram to Kimball and Gering’s Land Bank Board. 

Cheyenne Police have arrested a 27-year-old Indiana man in a drop-box theft investigation dating back to March. A second suspect remains wanted.

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.

Chadron State College students Gretchen Kallemeyn of Denver, and Josiah Heger of Hermosa, South Dakota, took different paths during the summer of 2025, but both returned with a deeper understanding of their academic fields and a renewed sense of purpose. 

Authorities discovered a deceased driver inside a burned vehicle early Sunday, Nov. 16, after it crashed into a tree near the Lake Maloney outlet on North Lake Road, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office reported.

A new police officer joining the Kimball Police Department was sworn in Tuesday evening at the City Council meeting.

Nebraska State Poet Jewel Rodgers led a writing workshop at the Kearney Public Library, sharing her approach to poetry, creativity and collaboration while encouraging new writers to explore storytelling in fresh ways.

As the holiday season approaches, getting a bottle of wine as a gift might be more expensive than previous years. According to reports from Wine & Spirts Wholesalers of America, wine revenue is down 6.9% in 2025.

Hundreds of veterans from across the state are now sharing their experiences—some for the first time—through the Nebraska Vietnam Veterans Project “Share Your Story.”

Community helps Syracuse woman expand to a licensed daycare

Winter is around the corner and Norfolk is preparing by approving the snow plan for the 25-26 season.

Missing since a Vietnam mission in 1968, the remains of U.S. Navy Captain Thomas Scheurich from Norfolk, Nebraska, were laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery

Sebastian Dunbar was sentenced today in Superior, Ne., in the 2023 death of his girlfriend. He was sentenced to life plus 48-50 years.

PlainsWest CASA added two volunteers to their list of Court Appointed Special Advocates Monday. PlainsWest CASA now has 22 volunteers and 24 children.

The Cheyenne County Commissioners Monday approved offering Deputy Assessor Christina Lotton the role of Interim Assessor, and approved the Highway Department seek a newer pickup truck and purchase road material for future projects.

A historic building in downtown Norfolk is turning into something new after approval of a zoning change Monday.

Sheriff says cocaine bricks found in Highway 2 traffic stop

The second annual Thanksgiving Food Baskets program was a success, providing a Thanksgiving meal for 45 families.

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

Three Chadron State College Army ROTC cadets recently participated in the Ranger Challenge and Field Training Exercise (FTX), two programs designed to forge well-rounded leaders.

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.

A 20-year-old York man was arrested for allegedly starting a fire at Walmart, causing its temporary closure, and has admitted to the crime, according to the York Police Department.

Nebraska State Patrol investigating jail death

Emergency crews near Hastings are on the scene of a large anhydrous ammonia leak at a fertilizer plant.

COOK – Fire destroyed a family farmhouse southwest of Cook Monday afternoon. Shelley Dorn said her son returned home around 12:30 p.m. to find the 108-year-old house on fire. No one was injured and the family pet was with her son. By the time she ar

Chipotle is opening its first Norfolk location, featuring a drive-thru for easy digital order pickups. Chipotle is also launching its Chipotle U Rewards program for college students, offering bonus points and extra rewards

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

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

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

A Northeast Nebraska man is in custody on a terroristic threat and child abuse charges after allegedly brandishing a rifle during a domestic dispute

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.

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.

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

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

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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.

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

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

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.