City council approves solid waste agreement with Lodgepole
The City of Sidney provided solid waste pickup services when the Village of Lodgepole's truck quit working, and continued when the board lost its quorum.
Logan County Chamber recognizes Culligan Water
Sterling's Culligan Water is one of more than 800 franchised dealerships in more than 90 countries. The company was recognized as Business of the Week on August 3.
Powerful storm causes widespread damage, power outages near Rushville and Gordon
A powerful overnight storm caused extensive damage to electrical infrastructure south of Rushville and Gordon, leaving residents without power and creating dangerous conditions along area roads.
Panhandle mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus
Mosquitoes collected from Panhandle trap sites in Scotts Bluff and Morrill Counties have recently tested positive for West Nile virus. These are the first confirmed positive mosquito pools of the season in the Panhandle.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Cherry, Garden, Sheridan counties
The National Weather Service in North Platte has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Cherry, Garden and Sheridan counties until 8 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Logan, Phillips counties in Colorado
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Logan, Phillips counties in Colorado
Thunderstorm Watch issued for Northeast Colorado
The National Weather Service in Boulder has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Northeast Colorado until 9 p.m.
Rabies warning after bat tests positive in Cherry County
Butler Veterinary Clinic says the area is currently seeing increased bat activity, and this week a bat found interacting with puppies in Cherry County tested positive for the deadly virus.
Trump administration cancels Tribal Energy Access Corridor
The Trump administration has canceled three proposed national interest electric transmission corridors, including one that would have run through parts of north-central Nebraska and the Pine Ridge and Rosebud reservations.
Tech Nebraska launches as independent statewide technology association
Tech Nebraska today announced its transition to an independent, member-driven organization. Tech Nebraska has grown into a statewide organization.
Logan County Chamber of Commerce selects Support, Inc. as Member of the Week
What started as an urgent response to a community need has grown into a statewide network of care. They have evolved into a premier provider of community-based solutions for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Support, Inc. Network is proud to continue the mission that started more than 35 years ago.
New Rushville nonprofit aims to expand youth sports opportunities
A new nonprofit organization in Rushville is working to give local youth more opportunities to participate in sports.
Temporary road closure notice in Valentine
The City of Valentine is advising motorists of a temporary closure of Hall Street in connection with construction of the City's interceptor sewer project.
Panhandle Public Health District to offer free lead screening and education in Crawford
Panhandle Public Health District will be in Crawford August 21 to provide education about lead exposure and free lead screening. Community members can learn more about risks of exposure to lead, ask questions of public health professionals, and have a blood lead test completed if they choose.
Overnight storms cause widespread power outages across south-central South Dakota
Overnight storms caused widespread damage to electrical infrastructure across parts of south-central South Dakota, leaving customers without power.
Valentine man arrested after report of man carrying possible handgun
A 20-year-old Valentine man was arrested Tuesday evening after authorities received a report of a man walking down the street with a scooter, yelling and carrying what appeared to be a handgun.
Sidney Night of Hope Cancer Walk 2026 this weekend
The 26th Night of Hope Cancer Walk at Legion Park takes place Friday starting at 5:30 p.m. On Saturday, the Guns vs Hoses softball game takes place 4 p.m. at Legion Field.
Fort Robinson Aquatic Center reduces hours
The new Fort Robinson State Park Aquatic Center is among the Nebraska attractions reducing hours as the back-to-school season reduces workforce availability.
Nebraska helps secure victory against Biden-Era gas stove regulations
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit struck down a Biden-era Department of Energy rule that placed new federal limits on gas stoves and other cooking appliances. The court ruled that the Biden Administration broke federal law.
Syracuse man sentenced in Gordon child sexual abuse material case
A 61-year-old Syracuse man has been sentenced to prison in a Sheridan County child sexual abuse material case.
Wounded Knee man sentenced after baseball bat assault in Gordon
A 49-year-old Wounded Knee man has been sentenced to 90 days in jail for assaulting a man with a baseball bat.
Rushville man tasered after Rapid City police say he pointed rifle at another person and fled
A 21-year-old Rushville man is facing aggravated assault and obstruction charges after Rapid City police say he pointed a rifle at another person, fled from a traffic stop and was taken into custody at Taser-point.
Community invited to shape the future of the Gering Public Library
The Gering Public Library Foundation is inviting community members to complete an online survey on the future of the library.
SAGA announces new fundraising challenge:
If our communities raise $500,000, an additional $1 million will be invested into the SAGA Fund. Every dollar donated locally becomes three dollars invested in the future of Sidney and the greater area.
Train fire closes county roads between Potter and Brownson
Engine problems on a Union Pacific locomotive resulted in a fire and disabled the locomotive. The incident is closing Cheyenne County Roads 87, 89 and 91 until the train is moved. Time is estimated at about two hours.
No serious injuries reported in two-vehicle accident
A pickup truck towing a camper and a four-door sedan collided at the intersection of 18th Avenue and Osage Street at about 4:15 Monday.
6 Regions 1 Nebraska: housing issue not one person’s problem
Instead of the chicken and the egg, community leaders are debating what comes first, housing or jobs. The Western Housing Roadshow visited three communities facilitating that discussion, and how to move forward.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch continues for Panhandle counties
The National Weather Service in Cheyenne, Wyo., has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 11 p.m. tonight for Panhandle, Neb. counties.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Panhandle counties
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 6 p.m. for parts of Cherry, Grant, Garden and Sheridan counties.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Southeastern Cheyenne County
The National Weather Service in Cheyenne, Wyo., has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Cheyenne County including Sidney.