FACT FOCUS: Iran claims a foreign ship got stuck in Strait of Hormuz. But it is tied to Tehran

Iranian state television claimed this week that a foreign ship got stuck in the Strait of Hormuz after ignoring instructions to use a route laid out by the Islamic Republic’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard

July 2, 2026Updated: July 2, 2026
AP nullBy JON GAMBRELL

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Kids Korner recognized as Cheyenne County Chamber's Community Champion for June

The Cheyenne County Community Center's Kids Korner has been recognized as the Cheyenne County Chamber's June 2026 Community Champion. For Kids Korner Director Tiffany Jones, the award reflects the dedication of a team committed to helping children learn, grow and thrive.

Alliance woman arrested in connection with her baby’s death

An Alliance woman has been arrested following the death of a 9-month-old baby, according to the Box Butte County Sheriff’s Office.

Cause of Sidney structure fire under investigation 

Dalton, Potter and Gurley assisted Sidney Fire Department with a structure fire Wednesday night.

More than 20 buildings threatened as firefighters continue to make progress at fire near Crawford

More than 20 buildings threatened as firefighters continue to make progress at fire near Crawford

WNCC Foundation awarded $32K AHIMA Foundation grant

The Western Nebraska Community College Foundation has been awarded $32,356 from the AHIMA Foundation to support students enrolled in WNCC’s Health Information Technology program. The grant will help reduce financial barriers for primarily non-traditional students pursuing careers in health information and medical coding.

Wheat Belt PPD reporting customer power restored

After numerous outages from Lewellen to north of Julesburg, Wheat Belt Public Power District is reporting power restored.