US military says Iran has launched missiles, drones and small boats at ships the US is protecting in Strait of Hormuz

US military says Iran has launched missiles, drones and small boats at ships the US is protecting in Strait of Hormuz

May 4, 2026Updated: May 4, 2026
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Severe thunderstorms race toward Scottsbluff, Torrington area under tornado watch

A fast-moving severe thunderstorm prompted a warning Saturday evening for parts of the Nebraska Panhandle and southeast Wyoming as forecasters warned of damaging winds and hail.

Dozens of first responders unite for large-scale emergency training in Sidney

Law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical personnel and emergency management officials from across the region gathered in Sidney this week for a large-scale training exercise designed to prepare responders for major incidents they hope never happen.

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.

Tornado Watch added for southern Nebraska Panhandle as severe weather threat intensifies

The severe weather threat across western Nebraska increased Saturday afternoon as forecasters issued a Tornado Watch for portions of the southern Nebraska Panhandle, northeast Colorado and northwest Kansas.

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.