Longtime Cherry County Road Supervisor announces retirement
After nearly five decades of service, Doug Boyer, Cherry County’s Road Supervisor, is retiring.

After nearly five decades of service, Doug Boyer, Cherry County’s Road Supervisor, is retiring.

The last public boat ramp at Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area closed Aug. 15 due to low water levels. A mud hole at the end of Spillway Bay’s ramp is causing vehicles to become stuck, with some trucks sinking deep enough for water to enter the cabs.
At about 2:28 p.m. Tuesday, law enforcement responded to a reported driving complaint involving a motorcycle in Logan County, Colo. During the incident, an officer-involved shooting occurred involving four members of the Logan County Sheriff’s Office.
Rural Nebraska might not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking about actors and actresses from across the country. But each summer, performers travel to Fort Robinson State Park near Crawford to take the stage at the Post Playhouse.
The three-day event will feature three races at Star City BMX. The event is expected to attract riders and families from across the Midwest, including Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma and surrounding states.
The Night of Hope's 26th year in Legion Park had the solemn spirit of the event, but dampened by afternoon rains. The Silent Auction was rained out, the quilt raffle winner announced.
Homeowners in the Mullen area are cleaning up after severe weather moved through the Sandhills Sunday night into Monday morning.