The Nebraska Department of Education recognized seven schools in Nebraska as Blue Ribbon Schools.

The Sidney and Greater Area Fund recently donated $2,500 to the Sidney Volunteer Fire Department Cadet Program. Funds will help purchase equipment for cadets.

The coolest thing made in Nebraska this year has a lot to do with agriculture.

“He’s covering a lot of ground over the course of less than two weeks,” said Luke Meduna, big game program manager with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission.

A North Platte man was sentenced to prison in Lincoln County District Court Monday for the third-degree sexual assault of a minor.

Chadron State College’s annual Family Day Weekend returns on Friday, Oct. 10 and concludes Sunday, Oct. 12.

Beatrice officials have working agreement with a grant hunter, in Washington D.C.

No injuries were reported when a dog accidentally ignited a kitchen stove burner, lighting a pizza box on the stove.

The City of Norfolk is no longer recording subcommittee meetings after council members claimed the recordings made the meetings tense and less productive.

Veretta Koehler of Wisner celebrated her 105th birthday, recalling her childhood on a farm without electricity, and riding in her father's Ford Model T

A Lodgepole woman is facing charges after she was instructed to dump her alcoholic drink outside of the tent at the Sidney Oktoberfest Saturday, instead assaulting a law enforcement officer.

Volunteers strive to prevent fire emergencies

A house in O’Neill is a total loss after an overnight fire.

A 36-year-old homeless man is facing multiple felony charges after law enforcement say he threatened another man with a gun at a Valentine bar.

The City of Kimball announces that government offices will be closed October 13 in recognition of Columbus Day.

An Omaha Police officer was shot at a gas station Monday morning.

Senator Tanya Storer's dad passed away recently at the age of 86.

The Valentine Police Department reported three arrests and 56 calls for service between Sept. 28 and Oct. 4.

The 51st annual Sidney Oktoberfest had a weekend of entertainment, socializing and home crafts.

Scottsbluff police are investigating a weekend stabbing and a separate DUI arrest after a brief pursuit.

Authorities say a standoff in Akron on Thursday ended after a suspect barricaded inside his home was found deceased from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Deputies say a Broadwater man was arrested after reports of gunfire led to the discovery of multiple weapons. The suspect faces felony charges for illegal firearm possession.

President Donald Trump is making plans for a significant aid package for U.S. soybean farmers.

The 51st Sidney Oktoberfest rolled through Saturday with races, a parade and the classic car show in Legion Park.

Even with the wind blowing through downtown Norfolk, Fork Fest kicked off for its 11th year.

A team of T-Mobile representatives spent a couple of days in Kimball getting to know the community and witnessing the Longhorn pride.

81 pay phones are still operating in the state, according to the Nebraska Public Service Commission.

Oktoberfest is officially open in Sidney! Find the full schedule of events and entertainment lineup now at sidneyoktoberfest.org.

In early September, Medical Nutrition was added as the 12th option in Chadron State College’s Rural Health Opportunities Program (RHOP) partnership with the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC).

About $1.22 billion was unlocked Friday to begin the most visible phase yet of Project Health, an Omaha hospital and training complex described as the largest and most ambitious undertaking in University of Nebraska history.

Drivers in Staton and Cuming county will have road closures for a couple months starting next week.

The Norfolk Action Committee is gearing up to raise awareness and education on pedestrian safety.

A North Carolina man is in custody after Nebraska State Patrol troopers found 98 pounds of Ketamine in the vehicle he was driving.

Truck collided with Explorer west of Auburn

As the Huskers kick off a new month of football, troopers will be working alongside partner agencies to keep fans safe on and off the road.

The Nebraska Dry Bean Commission (NDBC) hosted 18 international dry bean buyers from eight different countries September 17 in Scottsbluff. The group was part of the 2025 United States Dry Bean Council (USDBC) Worldwide Reverse Trade Mission.

Senator Paul Strommen was the guest speaker at the Chappell Chamber of Commerce meeting Wednesday. He talked about the numerous funding options available through the state.

Sidney Police are boosting patrols and partnering with local agencies to keep Oktoberfest weekend safe.

The Plainview Social Center in Plainview, Nebraska, is facing potential closure due to budget cuts and decreased attendance

One person was hospitalized after a two-car crash in Norfolk, NE, at the intersection of S. 6th & W. Madison street

A northeast Nebraska program is planning out the next year after they received over 300 thousand dollars to help veterans.

The Koelling Family Farm is opening their sunflower fields to the public this Saturday for their annual Simply Sunflower Field Day, offering tours, photo opportunities and bottles of cold-pressed sunflower oil.

Two of the three South Dakota men arrested in a high speed pursuit in May appeared in Cheyenne County District Court this week.

Berkshire Hathaway is buying Occidental Petroleum's chemical division for $9.7 billion in what may be the last big acquisition involving the consummate dealmaker, Warren Buffett.

A 51-year-old Gordon man has been sentenced to two to three years in prison for possessing drugs with the intent to distribute them.

Some Valentine residents will be without water for part of the day Friday as city crews work to repair a valve at Second and Wood streets.

WeeShire Mains and the Kimball Police Department raised just over $2,400 from the Barnyard & Badges event held in accordance with the Farmer’s Day weekend festivities. 

Concordia University, Nebraska’s Family Heritage Award is given to a family that has had at least three generations attend Concordia Nebraska and that supports the university through contributions of time, talent and treasure.

A Utah woman with a history of assaulting law enforcement is facing new charges in Brown County after a bizarre traffic stop in Ainsworth.

The lawsuit follows the board’s decision in August to fire Chief Deputy Dan Henery along with 911 operator Heather Kienow.

Driver escapes unharmed after truck pushed 100 feet

Leaders of two South Dakota tribes are condemning the federal government’s decision to allow Medals of Honor awarded to soldiers who carried out the 1890 Wounded Knee Massacre to remain in place.

A report said the child care industry saw 45% turnover during the pandemic

Cheyenne County Country is back on 95.7 FM after a lightning strike knocked the signal out last month. Tune in on FM, AM or online to catch your continuous classic country favorites, local news and Sidney sports.

The Sidney City Council will hold a special meeting Monday to discuss electric rates and the future of economic development in Cheyenne County.

A group of Sidney residents meet Tuesday and Wednesday evenings to play pickleball at the newly resurfaced courts near the Cheyenne County Community Center. Organizers hope to form a league in the near future.

Several Nebraska senators are requesting a public briefing to address the proposed conversion of the McCook Work Ethic Camp.

The Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State Colleges announced Wednesday that it will consider removing the “interim” designation from Dr. Jodi Kupper’s title and formally appoint her as president of Chadron State College at a special meeting on Oct. 13.

The Nebraska brewery is set to officially open Monday at Younes Landing, featuring a newly-designed space, signature beers and more.

A Ranch in Northeast Nebraska is helping Veterans and anyone in need through the healing powers of horses and other farm animals.

The iconic Fox Theater sign in downtown Sidney is being removed and a digital upgrade will be installed in it's place. The new sign is expected by Halloween.

Amazon announced the opening of a new delivery station in Omaha, in addition to opening plans of three additional last-mile facilities across the state

Hastings College's annual Mural Day welcomed more than 200 students from 36 Nebraska high schools to showcase their drawing and painting skills while racing against a set time limit.

Last year, Lindsay Academy students learned in a shed, this year they have a major upgrade.