Bison roundup, landowner mountain lion permits discussed at Niobrara Council meeting

A recent bison roundup, a potential landowner mountain lion hunting season and the ongoing elk hunt were among the topics discussed Thursday during a Niobrara Council meeting in Valentine.

October 15, 2026Updated: October 15, 2026
Casey WonnenbergBy Casey Wonnenberg

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Vanderheiden run donations hit $52K

The Tyler Vanderheiden Memorial Run organizers recently donated $12,000 to the Nebraska Game and Parks Foundation for trail improvements at Smith Falls State Park near Valentine.

North Central records first ever state tournament win with reverse sweep

North Central records first ever state tournament win with reverse sweep

SRMC hosts Benefits Fair for employees

Employees of Sidney Regional Medical Center had an opportunity to explore their workplace benefits Wednesday, Nov. 4, as the hospital hosted its annual benefits fair at Pole Creek Estates Assisted Living.

North Central volleyball makes school history with first trip to state

The North Central Knights are making school history with their first-ever trip to the Nebraska state volleyball tournament.

Representative Adrian Smith Earns 11th Term in Congress

Representative Adrian Smith Earns 11th Term in Congress

Smith Falls’ MacAllister trail temporarily closed 

The Jim MacAllister Nature Trail at Smith Falls State Park near Valentine is temporarily closed due to weather-related damage.