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.
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Valentine School Board adjusts extracurricular policy for homeschool, private school students
Homeschool and private school students in Valentine will face fewer academic requirements to participate in some extracurricular activities following a policy change approved Monday night.
No cash at Valentine High School games? No problem.
Fans attending Valentine High School athletic events this fall will have more ways to pay.
Severe thunderstorm continues near Sterling; Tornado Watch remains in effect for northeast Colorado
A severe thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds and hail continued moving across northeast Colorado Monday evening as a Tornado Watch remained in effect for the region.
Large hail, damaging winds prompt severe thunderstorm warnings in Scotts Bluff, Morrill counties
Severe thunderstorms capable of producing large hail and damaging winds developed across Scotts Bluff and Morrill counties Monday evening, prompting multiple warnings from the National Weather Service.
Valentine High School explores launching e-sports team
An effort to launch an e-sports team at Valentine High School is gaining momentum, with school officials expected to continue discussions in the coming weeks.
Northside Park closes Tuesday for renovation
Work is set to start on Sidney's Northside Park. The park will close Tuesday.