Water’s worth: It sits beneath Nebraska’s farmland and has serious value; but who owns it?
“Water is what gives life, what allows the deer to be there, what allows man to be there, and what allows men to grow crops,” John Childears said.

“Water is what gives life, what allows the deer to be there, what allows man to be there, and what allows men to grow crops,” John Childears said.

The Jim MacAllister Nature Trail at Smith Falls State Park near Valentine is temporarily closed due to weather-related damage.
Fans of the “Longmire” series got a chance to meet the man behind the books during a stop in Valentine this week.
Among the cattle selling at Valentine Livestock Auction Thursday was something a little different: a handmade semi-truck and trailer toy.
Lila’s Legend: Is the state’s oldest schoolhouse haunted? We sent two reporters to stay the night and find out
Old Mill Deli and Pizza has announced plans to close at the end of the year.
The Gordon City Council will be looking for another new member after Brad Gates announced his resignation during Thursday’s meeting.