Tornado Watch issued for western and central Nebraska
The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Tornado Watch for a large portion of western and central Nebraska as conditions become favorable for significant severe weather Tuesday evening.
Flooding near Bayard caught on video after heavy storms
Flooding near Bayard caught on video after heavy storms
Valentine School Board adjusts extracurricular policy for homeschool, private school students
Homeschool and private school students in Valentine will face fewer academic requirements to participate in some extracurricular activities following a policy change approved Monday night.
No cash at Valentine High School games? No problem.
Fans attending Valentine High School athletic events this fall will have more ways to pay.
Valentine High School explores launching e-sports team
An effort to launch an e-sports team at Valentine High School is gaining momentum, with school officials expected to continue discussions in the coming weeks.
Deadly crash in Valentine over the weekend
A 45-year-old South Dakota man died following a crash early Saturday morning in Valentine.
Red Flag Warnings issued as wildfire threat escalates across Nebraska Panhandle, High Plains
Forecasters are warning of potentially dangerous fire conditions across the High Plains this week as hot temperatures, low humidity and strong winds combine to create an elevated wildfire threat.
Hundreds of cyclists riding across Nebraska this week
Hundreds of cyclists from across the country are spending the week riding across Nebraska as the Bicycle Ride Across Nebraska gets underway.
Wiener dog and corgi races debut at Long Pine Outlaw Days
From racing dachshunds and a parade to a pony doo-doo drop and creek duck race, this year’s Long Pine Outlaw Days delivered a mix of quirky entertainment and community fun
Heart City Cattle Battle expected to grow in year five
Dozens of young cattle exhibitors from several states are in Valentine this weekend, preparing their animals for the annual Heart City Cattle Battle.
What’s next for Valentine’s feral cat problem? Leader of successful reduction program to speak at council meeting
A leader behind a successful feral cat reduction program in Nebraska is set to speak at next week’s Valentine City Council meeting as the community continues efforts to address its own growing cat population.
'Night of the Twisters' remembered nearly 50 years later
A supercell formed over central Nebraska and climbed high into the sky, parking over the city of Grand Island. The storm unleashed seven tornadoes, three of which were anti-cyclonic.
Farm animal welfare rules might be rolled back by Congress
Farm animal welfare rules might be rolled back by Congress
Researchers study microfossils at Toadstool Geologic Park
Researchers study microfossils at Toadstool Geologic Park
Sandhills Area Foundation to award $68,000 in scholarships to local students
The Sandhills Area Foundation will award $68,000 in scholarships to local students this year, bringing the organization’s total scholarship support to more than $1,035,500 over the past 29 years.
Impacts of state’s new minimum wage? Sen. Storer voices opinion in weekly column
Initiative 433 mandated an increase in the state's minimum wage to $15 per hour starting January 1, 2026, with future increases tied to inflation.
Two arrested on child sexual assault charges in Alliance
Two arrested on child sexual assault charges in Alliance
Saint Francis Indian School improves attendance, graduation rates and academic performance
Saint Francis Indian School has reached a significant milestone after advancing to "Approaching Expectations" under the Bureau of Indian Education's accountability system, a designation officials say reflects years of sustained improvement in student achievement and school performance.
Chadron State College announces spring honors lists
Chadron State College has announced the undergraduate students on its Spring 2026 President’s and Dean’s Lists.
Fire near Smith Falls State Park
Smith Falls State Park has been evacuated near Valentine as firefighters battle a nearby fire.
Art, music and poetry create connection in downtown Valentine
The sounds of live music drifted through downtown Valentine Friday night as shoppers browsed artwork, visited local businesses and gathered with neighbors during the city's annual Art Walk.
Ainsworth gets creative to tackle child care shortage
With school out for the summer, many parents are facing a familiar challenge: finding reliable child care.
NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is continuing to offer pastures and hay tracts on some of its properties to landowners affected by spring wildfires.
Fake money, deputy-involved crash in weekly Brown County Sheriff’s report
The Nebraska State Patrol is investigating a crash involving a Brown County Sheriff’s deputy that occurred along Highway 20.
Valentine Art Walk to feature music, poetry and interactive events
Downtown Valentine will come alive with art, music and poetry during the fourth annual Art Walk on Friday.
Ainsworth program aims to equip teen babysitters
Ainsworth program aims to equip teen babysitters
On its third life, an eagle soars again — this time for veterans
On its third life, an eagle soars again — this time for veterans
Eggs, milk, lifesaving skills: CPR training pops up outside Valentine grocery store
Eggs, milk, lifesaving skills: CPR training pops up outside Valentine grocery store
Out of Gas, Into Trouble: Woman Charged After Crookston Incident
Out of Gas, Into Trouble: Woman Charged After Crookston Incident
Miss Nebraska’s Message in Valentine: Stop Comparing, Start Believing
Miss Nebraska’s Message in Valentine: Stop Comparing, Start Believing
