Hospital CEO proposes hospital district
Sidney Regional Medical Center CEO Jason Petik explained the shortfall in ambulance funding to the Sidney City Council Tuesday. He is seeking a hospital district to help remedy the problem.
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.
Cheyenne County Villages ban discharging of fireworks
The villages of Dalton and Potter trustees have decided against fireworks during the Fourth of July this year. Each village and the county may impose fines to those caught discharging fireworks.
Hunter Arterburn to lead Cheyenne County Community Center while continuing on The Big Boy morning show
Longtime broadcaster and community leader Hunter Arterburn has been named Executive Director of the Cheyenne County Community Center while continuing his role as host of the morning radio show on 987 The Big Boy.
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.
Southwest Nebraska and Northeast Colorado hit with Severe Weather Wednesday evening
Southwest Nebraska and Northeast Colorado hit with Severe Weather Wednesday evening
Commissioners issue county-only ban on July 4 fireworks
At least 800,000 acres were lost to fire in Nebraska this year. Some supporters of a fireworks ban are concerned of drought conditions in Cheyenne County.
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.
Sidney student advances to Nebraska Civics Bee state competition
Sidney Middle School student Chloe Sparks advanced from regional competition to the Nebraska Civics Bee state finals, where she competed against 18 of the state's top students.
Sidney City Council modifies 2026 fireworks ‘season’
The Sidney City Council approved an Emergency Ordinance limiting the use of fireworks for 2026 to five days.
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.
Hail storm hits Logan County
Hail storm hits Logan County
Large hail, tornado reports and damaging winds slam Nebraska Panhandle, northeast Colorado
Severe thunderstorms produced large hail, damaging winds and multiple tornado reports Monday afternoon and evening across the Nebraska Panhandle and northeast Colorado.
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
Sidney's summer concert series opens with Nebraska names
Vegan Shark, No Drinking on Grounds and Noah James kicked off the 2026 Downtown Sounds concert series in Sidney Friday.
City of Gering announces temporary closure of Landfill
City of Gering announces temporary closure of Landfill
Omaha woman dies in crash near Big Springs
An Omaha, Neb., woman passed away Saturday night when the car she was in and a truck collided.
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.
Alliance police investigating string of vehicle break-ins
Alliance police are asking residents to remain vigilant after a series of vehicle burglary attempts were reported across the city Saturday.
Family displaced after overnight house fire near Ogallala; pets lost in blaze
Multiple fire departments from across Keith County and the surrounding area responded to a large overnight structure fire Wednesday that left a home uninhabitable and claimed the lives of family pets.
Emergency crews respond to reported motorcycle crash north of Sidney
Emergency responders were called to the scene of a reported motorcycle crash north of Sidney on Saturday evening.
Mass casualty drill brings first responders from across Cheyenne County together in Sidney
First responders from across Cheyenne County and the surrounding region gathered in Sidney this week for a large-scale mass casualty training exercise designed to test how agencies would respond to a complex, multi-faceted emergency.
Training turns into real emergency for Sidney firefighters and EMS crews
A routine training night for Sidney firefighters and EMS crews quickly turned into the real thing Thursday evening.
Robinson retiring from Plummer Insurance
Rob "Robbie" Robinson's grandfather had an insurance agency. Then his father got into the business after serving in World War II. Robinson continued the family tradition for nearly five decades.
Tuesday City Council meeting to address fireworks
The Sidney City Council meeting is 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at city hall. The agenda includes a discussion on E-bikes, and skateboards, a fireworks ordinance, a Planning Commission ordinance and creation of a Hospital District for EMS Services.
Cheyenne County calls special meeting to address fireworks
Several Panhandle Nebraska communities have voted against sale and discharge of fireworks this year due to the fire danger. The Cheyenne County Commissioners are hosting a special meeting Wednesday to discuss fireworks.
