The hidden Jewish law woven into your clothes

In the weeks leading up to Rosh Hashanah, the two-day Jewish new year that begins at sundown on Sept. 11, Chava Goldberg spent much of her time at her sewing desk, opening the linings, collars and waistbands of her clients’ suits, hats and dresses in search of “shatnez” — the forbidden mixture of sheep’s wool and linen in a single garment

September 10, 2026Updated: September 10, 2026
AP nullBy MICHELE CHABIN

Regional

Board looking to improve ballfields in Valentine

Improvements could be coming to Valentine’s ballfields, potentially opening the community up to more tournaments and visitors.

A carnival in Valentine? Cherry County Ag Society exploring options.

After a couple of years without a carnival, the Cherry County Ag Society is exploring options to bring carnival rides back to Valentine.

Vehicle destroyed during fire in Valentine

Valentine firefighters and EMS were called to a vehicle fire near Heart City Drug in Valentine after 4:00 PM on Thursday.

Hundreds of Nebraska students compete in range judging near Valentine

More than 300 Nebraska students spent a day outside south of Valentine putting their knowledge of plants and rangeland to the test.

The Garden That Keeps Valentine Pastor Scott’s Legacy Growing

Harvest season is a time gardeners look forward to, but this year, one garden in Valentine carries a deeper meaning.

Bennett County Homecoming king nearly died day before ceremony

Bennett County High School’s new homecoming king nearly died Monday. Two days later, he was back home after emergency surgery.