Potter Days 2026 celebrates 95 years of smalltown excitement
Potter Days 2026 celebrates 95 years of smalltown excitement
Quilt of Valor presentation returns to Sidney September 12
Quilt of Valor presentation returns to Sidney September 12
Thousands sign petition calling for country-of-origin labeling on beef
A new national petition is calling on Congress and President Donald Trump to restore mandatory country-of-origin labeling (MCOOL) for beef.
NTIA announces new round of broadband funding
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration states this round of funding is intended to serve locations that remain unserved after the initial deployment round. In the initial deployment, only around $44.5 million of Nebraska’s allocation was spent, leaving approximately $340 million to be spent.
Lightning blamed for structure fire
An abandoned home was lost to fire west of Dalton early this morning.
Nebraska troopers on patrol for end of summer travel season
The summer travel season is coming to an end and Nebraska State Troopers will be on patrol to help keep travelers safe during Labor Day Weekend. ince Memorial Day, troopers have arrested 328 people for driving under the influence. Each of those arrests could have been unnecessary if the driver had planned a sober ride.
UNK hosting professional learning event for special education teachers, paraeducators
The University of Nebraska at Kearney will host a free professional learning opportunity this month designed to strengthen partnerships between special education teachers and paraeducators. The event will focus on effective communication and teamwork, clearly defined roles and responsibilities, flexibility and shared support for students.
State Treasurer tours Panhandle communities
State Treasurer Joey Spellerberg stopped at the Sidney Elks Lodge Wednesday in his tour of western Nebraska communities. He stopped in communities to explain the services in the Treasurer's office, and hear concerns of residents.
Teen charged with burglaries at Rushville gas station, swimming pool
A Rushville teen is expected in court Thursday after being accused of breaking into several businesses and stealing thousands of dollars in cash and merchandise.
Warning about hunting habitat at Fort Robinson & other areas impacted by fires
As hunting season gets underway, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission officials are warning hunters that wildfire damage has significantly changed habitat at Fort Robinson State Park and surrounding public lands.
Two-vehicle collision results in minor injuries
A Jeep CJ and an SUV collided at an uncontrolled intersection northeast of Potter Wednesday. No serious injuries were reported.
Free mental health and wellbeing resource gets a fresh new look
Panhandle Public Health District announces CredibleMind is getting a new look. CredibleMind is a free program that provides access to thousands of trusted mental health and wellbeing resources, including articles, videos, podcasts, self-assessments, and local support information.
Former North Platte police investigator faces federal child sex abuse material charges
A former North Platte police investigator who worked internet crimes against children cases has resigned following his arrest on federal charges of possessing child sex abuse materials.
Commissioners discuss lowering EMS funding request
The Cheyenne County Commissioners discussed a proposed funding increase in support of the SRMC ambulance service. Discussion included what the hospital is doing to reduce costs.
Potter-Dix freshmen explore fitness opportunities
Potter-Dix freshmen took their health class to The Training Room in Sidney. The visit allowed students to see equipment and fitness options beyond those currently available at Potter-Dix.
Sidney And Greater Area Fund celebrates successful summer with Hometown Intern Katie Raffelson
Katie Raffelson recently completed her Nebraska Community Foundation Hometown Internship in Sidney. Katie participated in community meetings, visited local organizations and businesses, attended Nebraska Community Foundation learning sessions, and helped support SAGA initiatives. She also helped develop the new SAGA Youth Committee.
Commissioners add patrol unit to Sheriff’s Office budget
The Cheyenne County Commissioners asked Sheriff Adam Frerichs to budget a new patrol vehicle in the coming budget, and one in the year after. The commissioners expressed concern of availability if two were budgeted for one year as first submitted.
Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins
Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins
Panhandle Public Health District reminds athletes, fans to stay protected from West Nile Virus
Fall sports season is also a time for mosquito-borne viruses, including West Nile Virus.
Making Nebraska’s Tallest Waterfall More Accessible
Thousands of people visit Smith Falls State Park near Valentine every summer to see Nebraska’s tallest waterfall.
Fire officials warn of wildfire danger after lightning sparks several fires near Chadron
Recent rainfall hasn't eliminated the risk of wildfire in the Chadron area, and fire officials are urging residents to remain cautious.
Leyton Schools celebrate T-Mobile $5k grant
Dalton was busy Friday night with high school volleyball, the annual tailgate party, football and T-Mobile on site to help celebrate Leyton Schools awarded a $5,000 donation.
Pointing a laser at an aircraft is a felony, not a prank
Knowingly aiming a laser at an occupied aircraft is a class 6 felony under Colorado law, C.R.S. 18-3-210. It is also a federal crime under 18 U.S.C. § 39A, punishable by fines, up to five years in prison, or both.
Wetland water conditions better than last year
Many of the wetlands in the Rainwater Basin have dense stands of annual plants, which will provide good food for waterfowl but make the water more difficult for hunters to see.
Drought grazing field tour scheduled near Sidney
A tour highlighting the importance of grazing annual forages will be held in Cheyenne County September 10. The event will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the intersection of County Road 115 and County Road 8 south of Sidney. The field tour will include how annual forages can be used as a grazing resource in a cropping system.
Vietnam Traveling Wall coming to Crawford
The Vietnam Traveling Wall and Cost of Freedom Tribute will be in Crawford, Ne., September 8-13. The display will be at the Crawford Baseball Fields, 1005 1st St, Crawford.
A shared commitment to service
Nebraskans understand the importance of serving those around them. Over the past several days, that commitment was on full display across our state.
Grill, gun and a $1.5 million goal, Valentine events center auction on Sunday
About 80 items will be up for bid Sunday at a consignment auction at the Cherry County Fairgrounds, with proceeds going toward the proposed Cherry County Events Center in Valentine.
City Council tables Keep Sidney Beautiful funding request
Executive Director Michelle Haun approached the Sidney City Council seeking funding support for the program. The funding would cover the cost of office rent at $5,400 annually.
Attorney General Hilgers launches online safety guide for parents
Parenting in the Digital Age is a comprehensive guide for parents covering topics like screen time, social media use, grooming, cyberbullying, and more. The guide also includes tools to help parents find hidden apps and photos on their child’s phone.
