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

Strong winds cause major damage in Spencer
Strong winds cause major damage in Spencer

California man faces felony drug charges in Cherry County
California man faces felony drug charges in Cherry County

Nebraska Hospitals Encouraging Medicaid Recipients to Update Information Following New Requirements
Nebraska Hospitals Encouraging Medicaid Recipients to Update Information Following New Requirements

Strong winds cause major damage in Spencer, Nebraska
Strong winds cause major damage in Spencer, Nebraska

Fire near Chadron reaches 90% containment, rugged terrain slows progress in northwest area
Fire near Chadron reaches 90% containment, rugged terrain slows progress in northwest area

Grizzly Bear Fire contained, Ash Pole Fire 47% contained near Chadron
Grizzly Fire contained, Ash Pole Fire 47% contained near Chadron

Banzhaf advises graduates to Love, listen, learn, lessen, and lead
Banzhaf advises graduates to Love, listen, learn, lessen, and lead

Chadron officials explain emergency siren tones after wildfire response prompts confusion
Chadron officials explain emergency siren tones after wildfire response prompts confusion

Ash Pole Fire south of Chadron 47% contained, burns 1,100 acres
Ash Pole Fire south of Chadron 47% contained, burns 1,100 acres

Wildfires grow south of Chadron as crews battle dangerous fire conditions across Panhandle
Wildfires grow south of Chadron as crews battle dangerous fire conditions across Panhandle

Valentine weighs next steps after wellness center funding denial
Valentine weighs next steps after wellness center funding denial

Nitrate concerns, PFAS prompt Valentine to take closer look at water system
Nitrate concerns, PFAS prompt Valentine to take closer look at water system

Valentine City Council moves forward with preliminary site planning of new housing development
Valentine City Council moves forward with preliminary site planning of new housing development

