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Buttigieg visits Grand Island, announces $1.4 billion national investment in rail
Buttigieg visits Grand Island, announces $1.4 billion national investment in rail

He said it’s important to showcase the investment in Nebraska because it shows how rail serves a diverse selection of communities across the country.

'Everyday Heroes Bootcamp' September 30

'Everyday Heroes Bootcamp' September 30

The Region 21 Emergency Response Team is offering an opportunity to learn how to respond in an emergency. The "Everyday Heroes Bootcamp" is scheduled for September 30 at the Sidney Fire Department.

The federal government is headed into a shutdown. What does it mean, who’s hit and what’s next?

The federal government is headed into a shutdown. What does it mean, who’s hit and what’s next?

The federal government is heading toward a shutdown that will disrupt many services, squeeze workers and roil politics as Republicans in the House, fueled by hard-right demands for deep cuts, force a confrontation over federal spending.

Injury accident results in multiple charges

Injury accident results in multiple charges

A Scottsbluff woman is facing multiple charges following an injury accident September 23.

We've grown up together

We've grown up together

This isn’t another letter to my family. This is a letter to you.

Eagles have big plays, but Mountaineers win 35-17

Eagles have big plays, but Mountaineers win 35-17

The Chadron State College football team was defeated 35-17 by Western Colorado Mountaineers at home Saturday, but the Eagles had bright spots, giving hope that the Eagles are improving.

No. 2 Huskers sweep past No. 12 Golden Gophers

No. 2 Huskers sweep past No. 12 Golden Gophers

The No. 2 Nebraska volleyball team remained unbeaten with a 25-23, 25-20, 25-22 sweep of No. 12 Minnesota on Sunday night in front of 8,591 at the Bob Devaney Sports Center.

Sidney's first anti-bullying event a success

Sidney's first anti-bullying event a success

Sidney's first "Anti-Bullying Day" had the carnival atmosphere that invited children and adults alike; all at no cost.

Chadron State College celebrates Wild West Homecoming

Chadron State College celebrates Wild West Homecoming

Chadron State College will celebrate its annual Homecoming Sept. 30 through Oct. 7.

HIGHLIGHTS: Haarberg, Grant help Nebraska run past Bulldogs 28-14

HIGHLIGHTS: Haarberg, Grant help Nebraska run past Bulldogs 28-14

Nebraska topped Louisiana Tech 28-14 on Saturday at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. 

Sidney Blanks McCook

Sidney Blanks McCook

There was not a coach on the Red Raiders’ sideline Friday night in McCook that was born the last time Sidney defeated the Bison in a football game. The matchup at Weiland Field had Sidney looking to break a 53-year losing streak that dated back to 1970.

Potter-Dix remains unbeaten with victory over Banner County

Potter-Dix remains unbeaten with victory over Banner County

The Potter-Dix football team rushed for five total touchdowns in their 42-6 victory over Banner County on Friday night in Harrisburg. 

Abbott rushes for 350+ yards, Bridgeport wins Morrill County clash

Abbott rushes for 350+ yards, Bridgeport wins Morrill County clash

Senior Peyton Abbott rushed for 372 yards and three touchdowns, and the Bridgeport football team beat Bayard, 68-34, Friday night in Bayard.

Outdoor notes: Memorial run raises $9K for Smith Falls trails

Outdoor notes: Memorial run raises $9K for Smith Falls trails

The Tyler Vanderheiden Memorial Run, an annual race aimed at raising awareness and understanding of mental health, raised more than $9,000 for Nebraska Game and Parks state park trails in 2023.

Huskers Sweep Buckeyes to Open Big Ten Play

Huskers Sweep Buckeyes to Open Big Ten Play

The No. 2 Nebraska volleyball team rolled along with a 25-14, 25-16, 25-21 sweep of No. 21 Ohio State on Friday night in front of a packed house of 8,711 at the Bob Devaney Sports Center.

Moose on the loose in Gering

Moose on the loose in Gering

Gering Police Department received multiple calls regarding a moose on the loose near Oregon Trail Park in Gering.

No injuries in Ogallala structure fire

No injuries in Ogallala structure fire

Ogallala fire fighters were able to prevent a potentially catastrophic attic fire at a structure in the city on Thursday evening. 

Kearney World War ll veteran celebrates 100th birthday

Kearney World War ll veteran celebrates 100th birthday

The World War ll veteran and longtime Kearney resident is turning 100.

Platte Valley Bank unveiling remodeled look

Platte Valley Bank unveiling remodeled look

Platte Valley Bank welcomes the public to see it remodeled downtown location in Sidney October 2-5.

Dalton Fall Festival set for this weekend

Dalton Fall Festival set for this weekend

The 2023 Dalton Fall Festival will be held Sept. 23-24. This year will include a car show, an antique tractor pull and many other activities.

Authorities confirm bone discovered near North Platte River was missing Scottsbluff man

Authorities confirm bone discovered near North Platte River was missing Scottsbluff man

A human bone discovered near the North Platte between Melbeta and Minatare in October 2021 was matched to a missing Scottsbluff man.

Chadron State College president to visit Sidney September 27

Chadron State College president to visit Sidney September 27

Chadron State College President Ron K. Patterson will be in Sidney Wednesday, September 27, as part of a listening tour.  Patterson, who began at CSC in July, using his first months in office to learn about the college's impact on the region.

We weren't ready

We weren't ready

Welcome to my little daughter 

Remote reality: Agreeable bosses, speedy internet remaking work in Sandhills

Remote reality: Agreeable bosses, speedy internet remaking work in Sandhills

Nebraska lags other states when it comes to remote work. Still, its number of remote workers has more than doubled since 2019. Strong internet access is no longer an amenity -- it's a necessity.

Huskers prepare for possible wet game day, no word on starting QB

Huskers prepare for possible wet game day, no word on starting QB

Nebraska is readying for their final non-conference game of the year on Saturday as they welcome Louisiana Tech. 

Fischer gets an opponent, but he's not a Democrat

Fischer gets an opponent, but he's not a Democrat

At the same time Fischer’s fellow Republican, Sen. Pete Ricketts, remains unopposed.

UNL, UnitedHealthcare, NCN announce new Future of Nebraska scholarship

UNL, UnitedHealthcare, NCN announce new Future of Nebraska scholarship

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s College of Business has a new way of helping students financially.

New sign unveiled at The Panther Activity Center

New sign unveiled at The Panther Activity Center

The Panther Activity Center in Lodgepole has a new sign, the result of a Lodgepole Community Fund Advisory Committee member.

Gov. Pillen town hall meeting set for Monday

Gov. Pillen town hall meeting set for Monday

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen will be holding a public town hall meeting Monday in Kimball.

Lady Raiders Sweep Chase County

Lady Raiders Sweep Chase County

The Sidney Lady Raiders used a solid performance Tuesday night to defeat the Chase County Longhorns in Imperial, securing a straight-set victory.

Gering Planning Commission allows conditional use permit for proposed 'racino'

Gering Planning Commission allows conditional use permit for proposed 'racino'

The Gering Planning Commission has approved a conditional use permit for the proposed race track and casino.

WCCA Board of Governors welcomes 2 new board members

WCCA Board of Governors welcomes 2 new board members

The Western Community College Area (WCCA) Board of Governors is pleased to announce that the District 1 and District 3 vacancies have been filled.

Brust returns to Wyoming to confirm discovery

Brust returns to Wyoming to confirm discovery

Dr. Mathew Brust, Chadron State College Professor of Life Sciences, returned to south-central Wyoming this summer in hopes of capturing additional specimens to confirm what he suspected was his discovery of a new species.

'My Ascension' returns to Sidney

'My Ascension' returns to Sidney

Panhandle Public Health District is sponsoring the showing of "My Ascension," the story of a 16-year-old girl who survived a suicide attempt, and how it changed her life. The movie will be shown at the Fox Theater Sept. 28.

Truck crashes into Sterling storage lot

Truck crashes into Sterling storage lot

STERLING, Colo.(Sept. 19, 2023) -- A Sterling man was cited when the truck-trailer he was driving collided with parked vehicles in a storage lot.

Midwest Music Fest Nebraska

Midwest Music Fest Nebraska

News Channel Nebraska presents the first annual Midwest Music Fest - Nebraska at the Buffalo County Fairgrounds in Kearney (3807 Ave. N)!

Bayard goes 2-0 in Garden County triangular Tuesday night

Bayard goes 2-0 in Garden County triangular Tuesday night

Senior Lexi Fiscus finished with 16 kills, two ace serves and a block through two matches and the Bayard High School volleyball team beat Leyton in three sets and Garden County in two sets Tuesday night in Oshkosh.

Cada, Robles power #1 Wildcats in sweep over Chadron State

Cada, Robles power #1 Wildcats in sweep over Chadron State

Senior Kelsie Cada and freshman Channatee Robles combined for 24 kills and a .378 hitting percentage to lead the #1-ranked Wayne State volleyball team in a 25-17, 25-16, 25-18 non-conference sweep over Chadron State

Scotts Bluff County approves one year and six year plan for roads department

Scotts Bluff County approves one year and six year plan for roads department

The Scotts Bluff County Board of Commissioners has approved the one-year plan and six-year plan for the road department.

Explosion in Union Pacific's massive railyard in Nebraska appears accidental, investigators say

Explosion in Union Pacific's massive railyard in Nebraska appears accidental, investigators say

Investigators say a blast that prompted evacuations near Union Pacific's massive railyard in western Nebraska last week appears to be accidental. But it's not yet clear what caused it.

Country music star stops in Sidney

Country music star stops in Sidney

It's not often a well-recognized name stops in a small town. The City of Sidney and its transportation staff had that opportunity September 15.

Dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles

Dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles

The national average for children dying in a hot car in the united stated is 38 per year with some of those deaths happening here in the state.

Two arrested on multiple theft charges

Two arrested on multiple theft charges

Scottsbluff Police officers have arrested two suspects in a string of thefts.

Search warrant results in two arrests

Search warrant results in two arrests

Scottsbluff police arrest two from Fort Morgan, Colo., in drug-related search warrant.

Huskers prep for new look at running back, aim for defensive improvement

Huskers prep for new look at running back, aim for defensive improvement

The Huskers continue prep for final non-conference game of the year.

Leyton, Sidney school boards explain tax revenue 'ask'

Leyton, Sidney school boards explain tax revenue 'ask'

Representatives of the Sidney and Leyton school districts were at the Cheyenne County LB644 Joint Public Hearing Monday, September 18 to explain their tax requests.

Airman identified following Humvee incident

Airman identified following Humvee incident

F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. –Airman Trinity Reinhart from the 90th Missile Security Forces Squadron has been identified as the individual killed in a Humvee incident near Grover, Colorado, Sept. 16, 2023. A second Airman involved was not seriou

Visitors Committee brings four proposals before county commissioners

Visitors Committee brings four proposals before county commissioners

SIDNEY -- Cheyenne County Tourism Director Kendra Mitchell, and Visitors Committee Chairman Brooke DeNovelis met with the Cheyenne County Commissioners recently.

Cheyenne County approves 2023-2024 budget

Cheyenne County approves 2023-2024 budget

The Cheyenne County Commissioners recently approved the 2023-2024 budget. The budget shows the county's valuation increasing 6 percent, but the mill levy decreasing 4 percent.

No injuries reported in two-vehicle collision

No injuries reported in two-vehicle collision

POTTER -- Two vehicles collided at the intersection of Sherman and Maple Streets at 3:39 p.m. Saturday, September 16.

Sidney Downtown Sounds to return in 2024 under new leadership

Sidney Downtown Sounds to return in 2024 under new leadership

Sidney’s free summer concert series will be under new direction in 2024.

Rhule announces major injury news, looks into QB position

Rhule announces major injury news, looks into QB position

Matt Rhule confirmed that running backs Gabe Ervin Jr and Rahmir Johnson and defensive back Dwight Bootle are out for the year.

Commissioners approve Service Animal policy

Commissioners approve Service Animal policy

The Cheyenne County commissioners today approved a policy on service animals, what is expected of the animal and the handler, and what county officials can ask to verify it is a service animal.

NCN, Medica partner for Stretch Across Nebraska

NCN, Medica partner for Stretch Across Nebraska

Anyone looking for some motivation to stay active this fall has a way to get out, be healthy, and maybe get their school district some money in the process.

WNCC volleyball finishes home tourney 3-2

WNCC volleyball finishes home tourney 3-2

The Western Nebraska Community College volleyball team wrapped up the Wyobraska tournament with a 3-2 record after splitting a pair of games on Friday and Saturday. 

Kimball shut out by Perkins County

Kimball shut out by Perkins County

The Kimball Longhorn football team fell to 1-3 on the season Friday after a trip to Grant resulted in a 55-0 loss to Perkins County. The Plainsmen dominated both sides of the ball, with 9 different players combining for 291 rushing yards on offense, while

Huskers out duel No. 21 Kentucky, 3-1

Huskers out duel No. 21 Kentucky, 3-1

The No. 4 Nebraska volleyball team defeated No. 21 Kentucky, 3-1 (25-14, 25-22, 23-25, 25-21) on Sunday night in front of 8,531 at the Bob Devaney Sports Center. 

Suicide Awareness Walk draws crowd of supporters

Suicide Awareness Walk draws crowd of supporters

According to the Nebraska statewide suicide prevention plan 2022-225, the state suicide rate is 14.9 per 100,000 people, and the No. 2 leading cause of death for residents ages 10 to 24. On September 17, the Suicide Awareness Walk was held in Sidney.

Eagles score first, but Black Hills State prevails

Eagles score first, but Black Hills State prevails

Chadron State scored the first touchdown in both the first and second halves, but Black Hills State controlled the remainder of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference game played in Spearfish on Saturday night.

HIGHLIGHTS: Haarberg shines, Huskers dominate in first win of year

HIGHLIGHTS: Haarberg shines, Huskers dominate in first win of year

Nebraska picked up their first win of the year on Saturday night, topping Northern Illinois 35-11. 

Army National Guard hosts open house in Sidney

Army National Guard hosts open house in Sidney

The Nebraska Army National Guard opened the doors of the Sidney armory Saturday, September 16 for an open house.

Haarberg leads Huskers past N Illinois 35-11 in his first start for new coach Matt Rhule's first win

Haarberg leads Huskers past N Illinois 35-11 in his first start for new coach Matt Rhule's first win

Heinrich Haarberg threw for two touchdowns and ran for another in his first start and Nebraska beat Northern Illinois 35-11 for coach Matt Rhule’s first win with the Cornhuskers.

WNCC volleyball splits matches on Friday

WNCC volleyball splits matches on Friday

The Western Nebraska Community College volleyball team split a pair of matches in the second day of the Wyobraska Invite at Cougar Palace on Friday. 

Big Plays Propel Sidney Past Mitchell

Big Plays Propel Sidney Past Mitchell

In a thrilling clash of unbeaten high school football teams Friday night at Weymouth Field in Sidney, the Sidney Red Raiders claimed a 42-35 victory over the Mitchell Tigers.

Eagle volleyball defeats Orediggers, first since 2007

Eagle volleyball defeats Orediggers, first since 2007

The Chadron State College volleyball team defeated Colorado School of Mines in five sets Friday, the first victory for CSC over the Orediggers since 2007.