Gordon announces summer road construction projects

Work will start next week on several road projects in Gordon.

May 22, 2024Updated: May 22, 2024
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Training turns into real emergency for Sidney firefighters and EMS crews

A routine training night for Sidney firefighters and EMS crews quickly turned into the real thing Thursday evening.

Tornado Watch added for southern Nebraska Panhandle as severe weather threat intensifies

The severe weather threat across western Nebraska increased Saturday afternoon as forecasters issued a Tornado Watch for portions of the southern Nebraska Panhandle, northeast Colorado and northwest Kansas.

Robinson retiring from Plummer Insurance 

Rob "Robbie" Robinson's grandfather had an insurance agency. Then his father got into the business after serving in World War II. Robinson continued the family tradition for nearly five decades.

Tuesday City Council meeting to address fireworks

The Sidney City Council meeting is 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at city hall. The agenda includes a discussion on E-bikes, and skateboards, a fireworks ordinance, a Planning Commission ordinance and creation of a Hospital District for EMS Services.

Cheyenne County calls special meeting to address fireworks

Several Panhandle Nebraska communities have voted against sale and discharge of fireworks this year due to the fire danger. The Cheyenne County Commissioners are hosting a special meeting Wednesday to discuss fireworks.

Pony Express Re-ride 2026 passes by Sidney  

In the 1860s, mail to the western United States was carried by horse and rider. Pony Express riders carried their satchels of mail from St. Joseph, Mo., to Sacramento, Calif.; nearly 2,000 miles in 10 days.