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Scotts Bluff, Kimball Counties agree on Veteran Service Officer
Scotts Bluff, Kimball Counties agree on Veteran Service Officer

Scotts Bluff and Kimball Counties have made an agreement to contract a Veteran Services Officer.

Pickup truck and equipment stolen near Dalton, SUV reported stolen in Sidney

Pickup truck and equipment stolen near Dalton, SUV reported stolen in Sidney

The Cheyenne County Sheriff's Department and Sidney Police Department are investigating reports of recently stolen vehicles.

Authorities arrest student who brought gun to Alliance High School

Authorities arrest student who brought gun to Alliance High School

A student accused of bringing a gun to an Alliance school was taken into custody Wednesday afternoon. 

Highby Outdoors sets sights on bigger location

Highby Outdoors sets sights on bigger location

SIDNEY -- Business continues to grow for Highby Outdoors. The company is searching for a bigger location to accommodate their inventory and business plan.

City of Sidney changes online bill pay system

City of Sidney changes online bill pay system

SIDNEY -- Residents who rely on auto-pay or simply the convenience of online payment of city services, may want to pay special attention to their utility bills.

Two more buildings now for sale in downtown Kimball

Two more buildings now for sale in downtown Kimball

Downtown Kimball has had several looks, changing with each generation. The current look might best be described as vacant. This week two more buildings, owned by the same man were put on the market. 120 S. Chestnut, currently vacant has been listed. The b

NSP investigating death at Scotts Bluff Detention Center

NSP investigating death at Scotts Bluff Detention Center

SCOTTSBLUFF -- David C. Roberts, 46, of Scottsbluff, of the  was found unresponsive by staff at the Scotts Bluff County Detention Center at about 6:30 p.m. on Friday, December 1.  

Lodgepole celebrates 'Christmas in the Village'

Lodgepole celebrates 'Christmas in the Village'

LODGEPOLE -- Christmas in the Village was held in Lodgepole on Saturday, December 3, at the Panther Activity Center. .

Sidney, Imperial natives join Nebraska Community Foundation Board of Directors

Sidney, Imperial natives join Nebraska Community Foundation Board of Directors

During its November 2023 meeting, the Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF) Board of Directors welcomed three new members whose wealth of experience will further the nonprofit’s ability to serve communities across the state.

Alliance powerline student awarded 2023 mikeroweWORKS foundation work ethic scholarship

Alliance powerline student awarded 2023 mikeroweWORKS foundation work ethic scholarship

Western Nebraska Community College student Wyatt Hotz is a recipient of the 2023 mikeroweWORKS foundation work ethic scholarship. Hotz was one of 200 recipients from across the country. 

SAGA awards grant to PlainsWest CASA

SAGA awards grant to PlainsWest CASA

SIDNEY -- The Sidney and Greater Area Fund recently issued a grant to PlainsWest CASA. PlainsWest CASA is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the court system.

Children, crafters and shoppers finish weekend

Children, crafters and shoppers finish weekend

SIDNEY -- Sidney's start month of December continued Sunday with the annual Shop With a Cop event and Cheyenne County Community Center's Holiday Vendor Fair on December 3.

Chappell community celebrates Christmas season

Chappell community celebrates Christmas season

The Chappell community started the Christmas season right with a community celebration December 3. More than 200 children visited with Santa to let him know their Christmas wishes and ride the fire trucks.

Man in custody following pursuit near Sidney

Man in custody following pursuit near Sidney

The Cheyenne County Sheriff's Department assisted the WING task force with the arrest of a man wanted in Scotts Bluff county.

City of Sidney Awarded $435,000 in CDBG Funds for Downtown Revitalization

City of Sidney Awarded $435,000 in CDBG Funds for Downtown Revitalization

The City of Sidney has been awarded a $435,000 CDBG grant for downtown revitalization.

Commissioners approve audit agreement for ARPA funds

Commissioners approve audit agreement for ARPA funds

short agenda for county commissioners

Six arrested on drug charges in Kimball

Six arrested on drug charges in Kimball

Crystal Hunter, 29 was pulled over by the Kimball County Sheriff's Office on Friday December 1st. The traffic stop led to Hunter being arrested for driving on a suspended license and possession of methamphetamine. As a result of the traffic stop, The Kimb

Sidney celebrates Christmas with Holidays on Hickory

Sidney celebrates Christmas with Holidays on Hickory

SIDNEY -- Cold temperatures didn't stop the Holidays on Hickory Christmas celebration, Saturday, December 2.

Quick-moving weather system drops snowy surprise Sunday

Quick-moving weather system drops snowy surprise Sunday

A quick-moving band of snow covered streets, sidewalks, yards and highways across the Nebraska Panhandle Sunday morning. 

Kimball Police arrest suspect in assault case

Kimball Police arrest suspect in assault case

An arrest has been made following an assault investigation. On 12/02/2023 at approximately 12:56 A.M., the Kimball Police Department responded to a residence in the 400 block of South Jefferson Street, reference a reported domestic assault. A subsequent i

Bell-ringing season underway

Bell-ringing season underway

The red kettles and ringing of bells, often symbolic of the Salvation Army, are out at select locations in Sidney and Cheyenne County throughout the Christmas season.

Potter-Dix One-Act team qualifies for State

Potter-Dix One-Act team qualifies for State

POTTER --  The Potter-Dix one-act team won the D2-6 One Acts competition and is heading to the state competition.

Skywest continues to serve Panhandle area

Skywest continues to serve Panhandle area

Skywest is contractually bound to Scottsbluff and two other cities, partly because of a lack of competition.

104.3 KIMB's Not So Secret Santa

104.3 KIMB's Not So Secret Santa

Beginning December 4th, we will play 104.3 KIMB's Not So Secret Santa every weekday morning on "The Top of Nebraska Morning Show." You will hear a cue to call in the 8 am hour, and caller five will win a great prize from a local business. We have gift car

Longhorn basketball teams open season in Bayard

Longhorn basketball teams open season in Bayard

The Kimball Longhorn girls and boys got their basketball seasons off to a start last night against the Bayard Tigers. The Longhorns traveled to Bayard for their official opening season games, after both the boys and girls lost to Alliance in the “Ha

MOPS International announces Rebrand to 'The MOMCo'

MOPS International announces Rebrand to 'The MOMCo'

MOPS International, a Denver-based Christian ministry providing a mom community to mothers of young children around the globe, announced in September that it will rebrand to “TheMomCo by MOPS International” in Spring 2024. 

High school entrepreneurship competition December 8

High school entrepreneurship competition December 8

Sidney High School students will be competing to promote their product or service, and among $8,000 in prizes at the first Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge in Sidney.

Scottsbluff authorities report increase in scam calls

Scottsbluff authorities report increase in scam calls

The Scottsbluff Police Department is reporting an increase in the number of scam telephone calls, including scams representing the police department.

Four empty Union Pacific rail cars derail near Sidney rail yard

Four empty Union Pacific rail cars derail near Sidney rail yard

Union Pacific crews were busy in Sidney today cleaning up after a four-car derailment.

Council OKs fire department SCBA purchases

Council OKs fire department SCBA purchases

The Sidney City Council gave a thumbs-up to the purchase of three more SCBA units and related equipment for the Sidney Fire Department November 28.

Night of Hope donates equipment to cancer center

Night of Hope donates equipment to cancer center

The community support of the Night of Hope's 2023 campaign resulted in the donation of new equipment for the Dowart Cancer Care center. Proceeds from the Night of Hope purchased a blanket warmer and a battery-powered patient lift. 

City Council approves housing development

City Council approves housing development

The Sidney City Council Tuesday approved a TIF plan for R Perry Construction to build 11 new homes in Sidney. The agreement is housing at a maximum of $275,000 near the Lodgepole Creek Apartments.

Authorities arrest passenger in vehicle involved in accident near Sidney

Authorities arrest passenger in vehicle involved in accident near Sidney

Authorities discovered methamphetamine and other drug paraphernalia while investigating a single-vehicle accident southwest of Sidney Sunday. 

Law enforcement recognize Northfield and Rock Churches for help during 28-hour stand off

Law enforcement recognize Northfield and Rock Churches for help during 28-hour stand off

Law enforcement recognized the Northfield and Rock Churches for their help during the 28-hour stand off that took place in Gering in September.

Vehicle accident near Mitchell sends three people to hospital

Vehicle accident near Mitchell sends three people to hospital

Three people were hospitalized following a two-vehicle crash just east of Mitchell Tuesday morning.

27th Annual Compassionate Friends Candlelight Service set for December 10

27th Annual Compassionate Friends Candlelight Service set for December 10

SIDNEY --  The Sidney Chapter of Compassionate Friends is hosting the annual Candlelight Service 6 p.m December 10. The service will be held at The Well Church, 432 20th St, Sidney. The event is designed as a solemn opportunity to remember loved-ones.

SAGA Fund Partners with Keep Sidney Beautiful for Community Cleanup Initiative

SAGA Fund Partners with Keep Sidney Beautiful for Community Cleanup Initiative

SIDNEY– The Sidney and Greater Area Fund (SAGA Fund) has announced a partnership with Keep Sidney Beautiful to enhance the well-being of our community through a community cleanup initiative.

'The Grinch' and Santa to entertain children December 3 at Fox Theater

'The Grinch' and Santa to entertain children December 3 at Fox Theater

The Sidney Police Department and Fraternal Order of Police No. 43 are hosting "The Grinch" 2 p.m. December 3 at the Fox Theater.

Central Elementary students show kindness with food drive

Central Elementary students show kindness with food drive

Young students in the Sidney Public School district are helping families in need with a food drive. The program is in connection with World Kindness Day.

Two New Physicians and Two Nurse Practitioners Join Regional West Physicians Clinic

Two New Physicians and Two Nurse Practitioners Join Regional West Physicians Clinic

Regional West’s medical staff recently welcomed two new physicians and two nurse practitioners.

Adams Autos and Equipment merges with Sidney Auto Sales

Adams Autos and Equipment merges with Sidney Auto Sales

Adams Autos and Equipment announced the successful acquisition of Sidney Auto Sales. This is a milestone for Adams Autos and Equipment, positioning the company for continued growth in the Cheyenne County and greater areas.

Sam & Louie's closing in Sidney, Savor and Grace moving downtown

Sam & Louie's closing in Sidney, Savor and Grace moving downtown

Stan and Melissa Norgard announced this morning Sam & Louie's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria in Sidney is closing. The Norgards will be focusing on their brewing operation and Savor and Grace will be moving to the Sam & Louie's location.

John Stinner joins WCCA Board of Governors

John Stinner joins WCCA Board of Governors

The Western Community College Area (WCCA) Board of Governors is pleased to announce that the At-Large vacancy has been filled by former Nebraska state senator John Stinner. He was sworn in at the November Board of Governor's meeting via Zoom.

State Auditor finds Village of Dix owes payroll taxes

State Auditor finds Village of Dix owes payroll taxes

The Village of Dix was contacted in October by State Auditor Mike Foley's office after his office received concerns regarding the village.

No injuries in one-vehicle rollover accident in Scottsbluff Saturday night

No injuries in one-vehicle rollover accident in Scottsbluff Saturday night

Icy road conditions are blamed for a single vehicle rollover accident near the Highway 26 and East 27th intersection in Scottsbluff at approximately 7:47 p.m. Saturday night.

Downed power lines spark grass fire near Potter

Downed power lines spark grass fire near Potter

Downed power lines are being blamed for a grass fire near mile marker 37 on Interstate 80 on Nov. 19. 

Suspect arrested after drive-by shooting, standoff in Oshkosh

Suspect arrested after drive-by shooting, standoff in Oshkosh

A 54-year-old Oshkosh man was arrested following a November 22 drive-by incident in Oshkosh. According to the Nebraska State Patrol, no one was injured.

Weather fails to dampen interest in 'All Is Bright' Christmas tour

Weather fails to dampen interest in 'All Is Bright' Christmas tour

Cheyenne County's first indoor Christmas tour, the "All Is Bright" tour at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds, recorded more than 400 people attending opening night.

No injuries in two-vehicle accident in Sidney Saturday

No injuries in two-vehicle accident in Sidney Saturday

No one was transported by ambulance to the hospital with injuries in a two-vehicle accident in Sidney Saturday afternoon.

Weather information: alerts, closings and road conditions

Weather information: alerts, closings and road conditions

Here's the latest winter weather information, including weather alerts, road conditions, and storm closings and cancellations.

'Bring on the snow': Consumers brave Sidney weather for Black Friday savings

'Bring on the snow': Consumers brave Sidney weather for Black Friday savings

Winter weather advisories and winter storm warnings didn't stop shoppers from finding deals on TVs, gloves, kerosene and tape measures.

Who’s Buying Nebraska? After shopping spree, Mormon church is top land purchaser

Who’s Buying Nebraska? After shopping spree, Mormon church is top land purchaser

In the past five years, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints bought twice as much Nebraska land as the second biggest buyer. If they keep it up, they’ll soon own more than anyone.

One arrested after standoff in Oshkosh

One arrested after standoff in Oshkosh

A man was arrested in Oshkosh after a drive-by shooting and a standoff.

November 24 Lantern Tours canceled due to anticipated weather

November 24 Lantern Tours canceled due to anticipated weather

The Cheyenne County Historical Society is canceling the November 24 Lantern Tours. The Lantern Tours are expected to resume Saturday and Sunday, November 25-26.

Winter Weather Advisory in effect for Kimball, Cheyenne counties

Winter Weather Advisory in effect for Kimball, Cheyenne counties

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for areas including Kimball and Cheyenne counties. The advisory is in effect through Saturday morning.

Audio: Meteorologist Paul Trambley previews Thanksgiving weekend snow storm

Audio: Meteorologist Paul Trambley previews Thanksgiving weekend snow storm

A variety of winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories are posted across the Nebraska Panhandle, northeast Colorado and southeast Wyoming.

Methodist Pastor arrested in embezzlement investigation

Methodist Pastor arrested in embezzlement investigation

A pastor of the United Methodist Church was arrested today in an investigation related to an embezzlement report.

Local officials preparing for significant weather change

Local officials preparing for significant weather change

Today, November 22, might be the warm before the storm as Panhandle temperatures are in the 60s. That all changes starting Thanksgiving as a cold front, with the possibility of snow, is expected.

Break the Bank grand prize winner picks up $987 while visiting family for Thanksgiving

Break the Bank grand prize winner picks up $987 while visiting family for Thanksgiving

Samantha Pfingston, of Plymouth, was caller #98 on Wednesday and gave The Big Boy Morning Show Host Hunter Arterburn and Best Plumbing, Heating and Cooling's Chrissy Russell the nine-number combination to Break the Bank and win $987.

Adams Industries acquires Sidney Auto Sales

Adams Industries acquires Sidney Auto Sales

Adams Industries announced today the acquisition of Sidney Auto Sales fro the DeNovellis family.

Stolen Colorado car recovered, suspect arrested

Stolen Colorado car recovered, suspect arrested

Police arrested a man in connection with a stolen vehicle recovered near Old Post. Road and 17J Link in Sidney November 21.

Banner, Scotts Bluff and Laramie Counties now in winter storm warning

Banner, Scotts Bluff and Laramie Counties now in winter storm warning

Meteorologist Paul Trambley advises if you're away from home after 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving night, it might be a good idea to hold tight until a holiday snowstorm passes. 

Elementary teacher writes for her students

Elementary teacher writes for her students

Sidney Pre-K teacher Taylor Hagemeyer is relating to her students, and adults, with her other passion: writing children's books. Her books include "Things that Rhyme with Autism," and "Things that Rhyme with Type 1 Diabetes."

Sidney tradition continues: Elks Lodge hosts community Thanksgiving

Sidney tradition continues: Elks Lodge hosts community Thanksgiving

Plates were full, and for lunch hour much of the community shared a table as the Sidney Elks Lodge hosted a Thanksgiving lunch Tuesday, November 21.

Scotts Bluff County hosting 2024 Cattlemen's Ball

Scotts Bluff County hosting 2024 Cattlemen's Ball

Cattlemen's Ball coming to the Panhandle in 2024. Cattlemen's Ball is a fundraiser for cancer benefiting the Fred and Pamela Buffett Cancer Center and the local community.