A traditional sign of summer in Hastings is set to be ignited again this weekend.

Jefferson County is looking for additional funding to complete to VFW road project.

Richardson County sheriff says dealers shy about bringing quantities into the extreme corner of southeast Nebraska

One of the most popular tourist attractions in north-central Nebraska is planning an expansion.

ALLIANCE -- The Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance (NVCA) will be hosting its annual Memorial Day program at 1 p.m. Monday, May 27.

Jefferson County honored its May Veteran of the Month Tuesday; David Lottman.

The Cheyenne County Commissioners May 6 reviewed two recent decisions on county burial assistance.

Strong thunderstorms brought severe weather warnings to SE Nebraska, Monday night

Elected officials also take action on upcoming events

Bid of Lincoln company selected for Lincoln Street and intersection project

Worst of the severe weather located in the southern plains

The distance between dream and storefront is seldom quick, or easy. Brenda and Jeff Parsons recently opened Boondock Designs in Chappell. Their story is an encouragement in networking and seeking resources.

Two semi-tractor-trailers collided near mile-marker 72 on Interstate 80, resulting in a fatality, Saturday morning.

In late April, Chadron State College students in Printmaking I (ART 225) led a two-day activity with 17 seventh graders in CSC alumna Whitney Tewahade's art class at the Chadron Middle School.

Chadron State College recognized 354 candidates for graduation at the Spring Commencement Ceremony Saturday in the Chicoine Center.

A 29-year-old Scottsbluff man died when the car he was driving went out of control near the Wyoming state line May 3.

Nebraska’s First Lady is continuing to promote agriculture with school visits.

Kearney Public Schools will be working on more than $14 million of improvements to its facilities this summer.

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A new Nebraska Supreme Court decision added fuel to some lawmakers’ desire to try again, as early as this year, to increase accountability for child sexual assault and abuse.

It’s one of the world’s most rural bike share stations. People in Valentine can now rent bikes to ride throughout the area.

Three day curbside collection is for residential properties that registered by Friday

The Fairbury Adventure Race is returning to the JCH&L Burkley Fitness Center in 2024.

Victim of an attack underwent reconstructive surgery

Summer vacation begins in the southern Nebraska panhandle with the annual cruise down Illinois Street in Sidney later this month. 

SIDNEY -- Best Plumbing and Heating donated a hot dog cooker to the concession stand at Legion Field Friday, May 3.

In less than a year, Cody Ross and Cody Pringle revitalized their music careers, hit the music stage and now signed their first record label deal.

The Nebraska Supreme Court heard two oral arguments before Sidney High School students Friday, May 3. The exercise was part of the Law Day recognition.

Throughout Stroke Awareness Month in May, Regional West encourages people to learn the signs, symptoms, and risk factors of stroke.

Graduating Chadron State College seniors were honored Friday during Ivy Day, a traditional event since 1920, sponsored by the Blue Key and Cardinal Key national honor societies.

High Plains Arts Council presented Rebecca Noble's Cabaret Theatre on Friday night at the Sidney High School Performing Arts Center.

The 2024 Great American Comedy Festival will feature two full night of laughs, with a Friday Comedy Showcase not to be missed.

Marking its eighth year, Hear Grand Island announced its upcoming summer concert series, which will include fireworks, larger bands, and additional activities for children.

Business looks for a first-quarter of 2025 opening

SIDNEY -- PlainsWest CASA Director Krista Bruns was recognized by the Nebraska Supreme Court today.

The sisters were kicked out of Wayne State College a month into the semester because they had no money to pay tuition, room and board.

The Go Big Event raised more than $1.5 million.

Damage numbers continue to pile up in several neighborhoods in Elkhorn, Bennington and Blair.

Around 10 p.m. Thursday night, the online donation tracker spilled over the $1 million mark for the first time ever, to break the previous giving record.

Otoe Kids Club makes impact a mission

When Bob Hall left his home in Lincoln for the bright lights of Manhattan in 1972, he had visions of becoming a Broadway director, not a member of the Mighty Marvel Bullpen.

County officials are hoping to get the area reopened for this year's harvest period

Annual campaign gives residents a chance to dispose of larger items, at curbside

The Hastings Police Department is asking residents to be wary of a phone scam involving a fake police officer.

SIDNEY -- Day 2 of the Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities workshop started with local business owners sharing their stories.

History Nebraska started its 2024 Rehab Road Show at the old Plattsmouth High School, which has been converted into apartments

Go Big Give returns for its 11th year, aiming to enhance the community once again. 

A town of just over 1,500 people is now one of only nine cities in Nebraska known as Certified Local Governments (CLG).

Sidney's 13 Just for Kix dancers earned several honors, including five team national championship and one duet national championship, at the "Together We Dance" National Championships in Rochester, Minn. . 

Melissa Smith and her daughter, Kylee Adams, started a coffee business… out of a trailer.

The Crete Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Cinco De Mayo celebration Sunday.

Steve Kelley was involved in, or supervised miles upon miles of water main work and system improvements

More than 80% of respondents in a new statewide survey agree, and about half strongly agree, that Nebraska lawmakers should support child care and early learning programs as they do for K-12 grades and higher education.

A unique food pantry aims to help those in the O’Neill area struggling to put food on the table.

Jefferson Community Health and Life Gardenside has regained its 5 Star Rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid. 

According to the Governor, “The Legislature failed to pass any property tax relief in the regular session, but we will finish the job in a special session.” 

SIDNEY -- Sidney High School hosted a forum for candidates in the May 14 Primary Election. The event was introduced by Sidney Mayor Brad Sherman. Four candidates were in attendance.

WNCC will confer 331 degrees, diplomas, and certificates at the 92nd Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 11.

Despite some rain beforehand, a flag ceremony, the playing of Taps and the pledge of allegiance were all part of the event.

The children of a Central Nebraska city are enjoying the newest addition to a local park: a playground. 

Leslie Snell, of Chappell, picked up a $2,400 grand prize during the fourth running of The Big Boy Big Wheel Race on Wednesday morning in Sidney.

Lodging tax revenue to help fund sign project, at Blue Springs Ball Diamonds

County board members debate whether a Broadband Bridge Program grant infringes on an already publicly- funded project

Low bid comes in significantly less than the engineering estimate for the project.