UTV rollover with injuries, fires highlight Brown County Sheriff’s weekly report
A UTV rollover that sent one person to the hospital and two reported fires were among the incidents in the Brown County Sheriff’s Office weekly report from June 14 through June 20.
Mother of murder suspect appears in Sheridan County Court on drug charge
The mother of an Alliance woman accused of murder appeared in Sheridan County Court this week on a separate drug charge.
Murder suspect’s case moved from Sheridan to Box Butte County
The murder case against an Alliance woman accused of killing her ex-boyfriend and disposing of his body will now be prosecuted in Box Butte County.
Four major drug trafficking organizations that flooded South Dakota dismantled, prosecutors say
Federal prosecutors say four major drug trafficking organizations responsible for flooding South Dakota communities with methamphetamine and fentanyl have been dismantled following a series of long-term investigations.
North Central District Health Department To Begin Offering WIC Services
North Central District Health Department (NCDHD) is excited to announce that it will begin offering Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) services as of July 9th, 2026.
Gordon city council declines fireworks ban amid elevated fire risk
Despite ongoing concerns about wildfire risk, fireworks will be allowed within Gordon city limits this Independence Day after the city council did not approve a temporary ban.
Gordon City Council takes no action on proposed firework ban
The sale and discharge of fireworks will be allowed within Gordon city limits for Independence Day celebrations after the city council took no action on a proposed temporary ban.
Nebraska reports first human case of West Nile virus this season
Nebraska reports first human case of West Nile virus this season
Man arrested in Valentine on strangulation and false imprisonment charges
A 26-year-old South Dakota man was arrested early June 14 following a domestic disturbance in Valentine and is facing charges of assault by strangulation and false imprisonment, according to the Valentine Police Department.
Allen woman charged after allegedly driving into Merriman business
A 30-year-old Allen woman is facing multiple charges after authorities say she drove a pickup into a Merriman business.
Man sentenced to life in Winner killing, later commuted by Governor Noem, now charged in 14-year-old’s death
A 51-year-old Sioux Falls man who was sentenced to life in prison for a 1994 killing in Winner is now facing federal charges in connection with the death of a 14-year-old girl.
Fire personnel begin leaving South Fork Fire near Crawford as containment reaches 80%
Fire personnel are beginning to scale back operations on the South Fork Fire near Crawford as containment reaches 80%, according to a Thursday morning update from Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team 2.
Valentine considers program to reduce feral cat population
A program out of Beatrice aimed at reducing feral cat populations is gaining attention in communities across Nebraska, including Valentine, where city leaders are considering whether to adopt it.
Windy conditions could test South Fork Fire near Crawford as containment reaches 80%
Fire officials say strong winds today could test containment lines on the South Fork Fire near Crawford as the fire reaches 80% containment.
Relief fund to help residents, ranchers and fire departments affected by Crawford-area fire
A relief fund has been established to support residents, ranchers and local fire departments impacted by the South Fork Fire near Crawford.
Nearly block-long mural taking shape in Valentine
Murals have been around for centuries, but they are becoming an increasingly common sight in communities across the country.
Gordon considers temporary ban on fireworks sales, use
Gordon is among several Sandhills communities considering a temporary ban on the sale and use of fireworks following a spring marked by multiple large wildfires in the region.
Fort Robinson State Park back open after South Fork Fire
Fort Robinson State Park near Crawford is back open to the public following the South Fork Fire, though officials are urging visitors to remain alert as fire operations continue in the area.
Valentine eatery to reopen later this month
A Valentine restaurant is preparing to reopen its doors later this month after a temporary closure.
South Fork Fire near Crawford 55% contained; crews establish line around entire perimeter
The South Fork Fire near Crawford is now 55% contained and has burned approximately 38,913 acres, according to the latest update from Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team 2.
Additional arrest made in Box Butte County homicide investigation after Sheridan County search warrant
Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have made another arrest in connection with a homicide investigation that began in September 2025.
Second family member arrested in Box Butte County homicide investigation
Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested another person in connection with a Box Butte County homicide investigation that began nearly a year ago.
Name released of Stuart man killed in Gregory County crash
Authorities have released the name of a Stuart, Nebraska man who died in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday evening in Gregory County.
New evacuations issued, Highway 20 closures possible as South Fork Fire activity increases
Increased fire activity on the northwest side of the South Fork Fire has prompted new evacuation notices and intermittent closures of Highway 20, according to emergency management officials.
Highway 20 reopens as South Fork Fire near Crawford reaches 42% containment
Firefighters made significant progress Friday on the South Fork Fire burning near Crawford, increasing containment to 42% as the Nebraska Department of Transportation reopened Highway 20 to traffic.
Nebraska woman faces 41 charges after numerous dogs rescued from home
Nebraska woman faces 41 charges after numerous dogs rescued from home
Additional EVACUATION Notices due to South Fork Fire northwest of Crawford
Nebraska Emergency Management Region 23 has issued additional evacuation notifications for areas northwest of Crawford as the South Fork Fire continues to grow.
South Fork Fire grows to more than 28,000 acres, activity increases overnight
Fire activity increased overnight and into the early morning hours on the west and north sides of the South Fork Fire, according to Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team 2.
Gordon man facing multiple counts of child sexual assault reaches plea agreement
A 45-year-old Gordon man has reached a plea agreement after being charged with multiple counts of child sexual assault.
Brown County inmates moved to neighboring facility amid staffing shortage
The Brown County Sheriff’s Office says all current inmates, as well as any future detainees, will be housed at a neighboring correctional facility until further notice due to staffing shortages.