Safety improvements are coming to an intersection in Valentine that has been the site of multiple crashes, including a recent incident where a driver ran into a nearby cemetery fence.
By News Channel Nebraska
Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop across the High Plains this afternoon and evening, bringing the threat of damaging winds, large hail and isolated tornadoes to the Nebraska Panhandle.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Firefighters responded to a report of a truck on fire east of Sidney tonight. The truck was a complete loss.