Senator Storer introduces bill that could change funding to boost tourism development in smaller counties

LB 294 would allow counties to award grants through their County Visitor Improvement Fund based on either 1% of their lodging tax revenue or a minimum of $2,500, whichever is greater.

February 3, 2025Updated: February 3, 2025
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Severe thunderstorm warning issued for parts of Banner, Morrill and Scotts Bluff Counties

The National Weather Service in Cheyenne issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning Wednesday evening for portions of Banner, Morrill and Scotts Bluff counties.

Work planned for Cheyenne County Road 8

The county road department is scheduled to 'fog seal' over the recent chip sealing on County Road 8 from 119 to 129.

Missing Idaho woman located safe; advisory cancelled

Endangered Missing Advisory issued for 18-year-old last possibly seen in Sidney

Box Butte County Sheriff's Office investigating Hemingford incident involving mental health crisis

The Box Butte County Sheriff's Office said it is continuing to investigate an incident involving a Hemingford man believed to have been experiencing a mental health episode.

Thefts reported in Potter area, second Sidney business, vandalism

Thieves have hit two more locations in Cheyenne County. Focus of the thefts appears to be auto parts and businesses. Vandalism is also reported at Pittam Body Shop in Sidney.

Two vehicles collide at 17J Link, Old Post Road

First responders were called to a collision between a pickup truck and a crossover SUV this morning.