Amazon set to expand drone delivery of lightweight packages to 500 US cities

Millions more people may be able to get smaller, lightweight Amazon packages delivered by drones by the end of the year under a plan the company announced Thursday to expand the airborne shipping to suburban areas in nearly 500 U.S. cities

August 18, 2026Updated: August 18, 2026
AP nullBy JOSH FUNK

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Valentine woman wins statewide CASA chalk art contest

A Valentine woman has won a statewide chalk art competition aimed at raising awareness about the need for more volunteer advocates for children in foster care.

Korean War veterans receive long overdue recognition in Valentine

More than seven decades after the Korean War ended, three Cherry County veterans are receiving a welcome home of sorts.

New nursing home building being considered in Ainsworth

During a special meeting Wednesday of the Sandhills Care Center Board, the Ainsworth City Council and the Brown County Commissioners, a consulting firm presented the results of a market and financial feasibility study for the potential construction of a new building.

Driver arrested after reportedly swallowing meth during traffic stop

Driver arrested after reportedly swallowing meth during traffic stop

Three crashes, stolen boat motor and dump trailer, fire included in Brown County Sheriff’s Office report

The Brown County Sheriff’s Office responded to dozens of calls last week, including three crashes, reports of stolen property, a fire and a traffic stop that resulted in several citations.

Nonprofit formed to bring skilled nursing and long-term care facility to Valentine

A new nonprofit has been formed with the goal of bringing skilled nursing and long-term care services back to Valentine, addressing a need facing the community and many other rural Nebraska communities.