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Alumna, Math educator to speak at Chadron State Winter Commencement
Alumna, Math educator to speak at Chadron State Winter Commencement

Chadron State College’s Winter Commencement Speaker will be Dr. Hortensia Soto.

Cheyenne Frontier Days announces 2026 concert lineup

Cheyenne Frontier Days announces 2026 concert lineup

Cheyenne Frontier Days just dropped its full 2026 Frontier Nights lineup - from Blake Shelton to Hardy to Riley Green. Tickets go on sale Dec. 11.

Valentine teen wins Junior Official Strongman Games World Finals

Valentine teen wins Junior Official Strongman Games World Finals

A Valentine teenager has earned a world championship title at the Official Strongman Games Junior World Finals.

Cheyenne man charged after deputies injured in pursuit

Cheyenne man charged after deputies injured in pursuit

Laramie County deputies say a Cheyenne man injured an officer and rammed a patrol car during a slow-speed pursuit Monday night. Charges now include attempted vehicular homicide.

Rapid City man sentenced to over 24 years for distributing meth on Pine Ridge Reservation and in Rapid City

Rapid City man sentenced to over 24 years for distributing meth on Pine Ridge Reservation and in Rapid City

A Rapid City man has been sentenced to more than 24 years in federal prison for distributing large quantities of methamphetamine on the Pine Ridge Reservation and in Rapid City.

NSP investigating apparent suicide in McCook

NSP investigating apparent suicide in McCook

The Nebraska State Patrol is investigating a December 1 incident when a McCook resident died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot while on the phone with police.

Kyle man sentenced to eight years for assaults involving cigarette, bat and metal chair

Kyle man sentenced to eight years for assaults involving cigarette, bat and metal chair

A Kyle man has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for two separate assaults that left a woman with serious injuries.

Sidney Public Schools earns 'Excellent' rating

Sidney Public Schools earns 'Excellent' rating

Sidney Public Schools announced Monday it is the recipient of an Excellent rating from the Nebraska Department of Education's 2024-2025 AQuESTT accountability system, the highest rating.

Eight new businesses open along Gordon’s Main Street in one year

Eight new businesses open along Gordon’s Main Street in one year

In small towns, even one new business can make a noticeable difference. In Gordon, eight of them have opened on Main Street in the past year — a change city leaders say is helping breathe new life into the community.

South Dakota legislators plan bills to help Piedmont residents in fight over limestone mine

South Dakota legislators plan bills to help Piedmont residents in fight over limestone mine

Three lawmakers who represent Piedmont, South Dakota, are hoping to change weak state mining laws that allowed a proposed limestone mine to be sited in and around the city without local input.

Federal funding cuts could impact Valentine Public Library services

Federal funding cuts could impact Valentine Public Library services

Libraries across the country are bracing for reductions after a loss of federal funding, and the Valentine Public Library is among those feeling the effects.

Nebraska woman arrested after stealing car, hitting pedestrians, lighting car on fire, police say

Nebraska woman arrested after stealing car, hitting pedestrians, lighting car on fire, police say

A Lexington woman was arrested Tuesday after committing a spree of crimes including stealing a car, hitting pedestrians, fleeing the scene and then lighting the car on fire, police say.

Tyson's beef plant closure in Nebraska will impact a reliant town and ranchers nationwide

Tyson's beef plant closure in Nebraska will impact a reliant town and ranchers nationwide

Tyson Foods’ decision to close a beef plant in Lexington, Nebraska, could devastate the small city and undermine the profits of ranchers nationwide.

Sentence upheld in deadly beating over alcohol in Rushville

Sentence upheld in deadly beating over alcohol in Rushville

The Nebraska Court of Appeals has upheld the prison sentence of a Lincoln man convicted of manslaughter in Rushville.

Rosebud man sentenced to ten months for failing to register as a sex offender

Rosebud man sentenced to ten months for failing to register as a sex offender

A 35-year-old Rosebud man has been sentenced to 10 months in federal prison for failing to register as a sex offender.

Valentine decks the downtown with holiday storefront competition

Valentine decks the downtown with holiday storefront competition

The Valentine Chamber of Commerce has launched a new storefront decorating contest aimed at encouraging residents to shop local — and perhaps attracting visitors from outside the area.

Valentine True Value store prepares to reopen under new ownership

Valentine True Value store prepares to reopen under new ownership

Even with paper still covering the windows, people have been slipping into Huskerland Hardware and Appliance in Valentine ahead of opening day.

City of Valentine testing water to determine how long chlorination will continue

City of Valentine testing water to determine how long chlorination will continue

The City of Valentine plans to take additional water samples this week to determine whether it can end temporary chlorination of the community’s water system.

Mission man sentenced for brandishing knife at federal officer

Mission man sentenced for brandishing knife at federal officer

A Mission man has been sentenced to eight months in federal prison for assaulting a federal officer during a disturbance call earlier this year.

Fire damages Reptile Gardens shelter, killing tortoises and alligators

Fire damages Reptile Gardens shelter, killing tortoises and alligators

A fire at Reptile Gardens early Friday killed several tortoises and alligators after flames destroyed a detached shelter.

Tyson to close beef plant in Lexington, impacting thousands of workers

Tyson to close beef plant in Lexington, impacting thousands of workers

The biggest employer in Lexington is shutting down its plant.

Gordon man facing several felonies related to sexually assaulting a child and producing material from it

Gordon man facing several felonies related to sexually assaulting a child and producing material from it

A 44-year-old Gordon man is facing charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a teenager, along with making and possessing child sexual abuse material.

Over 1,000 pounds of meth seized and 15 people charged in Colorado drug investigation

Over 1,000 pounds of meth seized and 15 people charged in Colorado drug investigation

Federal authorities in Colorado say they have disrupted a Mexican drug trafficking organization that was operating in the state.

Texas man arrested in 2023 Chadron bank robbery

Texas man arrested in 2023 Chadron bank robbery

A Texas man has been arrested in connection with a 2023 armed robbery at the Chadron Federal Credit Union

Sandhills students learn real-world budgeting skills through ‘An Intro to Life’ event

Sandhills students learn real-world budgeting skills through ‘An Intro to Life’ event

High school sophomores from across the Sandhills stepped into adulthood for a day during “An Intro to Life,” a budgeting and life-skills simulation held in Valentine.

Indiana man arrested in Cheyenne drop-box theft investigation

Indiana man arrested in Cheyenne drop-box theft investigation

Cheyenne Police have arrested a 27-year-old Indiana man in a drop-box theft investigation dating back to March. A second suspect remains wanted.

Chadron State students gain valuable experience during summer internships

Chadron State students gain valuable experience during summer internships

Chadron State College students Gretchen Kallemeyn of Denver, and Josiah Heger of Hermosa, South Dakota, took different paths during the summer of 2025, but both returned with a deeper understanding of their academic fields and a renewed sense of purpose. 

Driver dies in Lincoln County vehicle fire near Lake Maloney

Driver dies in Lincoln County vehicle fire near Lake Maloney

Authorities discovered a deceased driver inside a burned vehicle early Sunday, Nov. 16, after it crashed into a tree near the Lake Maloney outlet on North Lake Road, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office reported.

Nebraska veterans share Vietnam stories through new project

Nebraska veterans share Vietnam stories through new project

Hundreds of veterans from across the state are now sharing their experiences—some for the first time—through the Nebraska Vietnam Veterans Project “Share Your Story.”

ROTC cadets participate in FTX and Ranger Challenge

ROTC cadets participate in FTX and Ranger Challenge

Three Chadron State College Army ROTC cadets recently participated in the Ranger Challenge and Field Training Exercise (FTX), two programs designed to forge well-rounded leaders.

Sexual assault, terroristic threats in Valentine Police weekly report

Sexual assault, terroristic threats in Valentine Police weekly report

During the week of November 9th to November 15th, Valentine police made two arrests and responded to more than 40 calls for service.

One arrested after shots fired in Kilgore

One arrested after shots fired in Kilgore

One person was arrested after reports of shots fired in Kilgore Saturday night.

US prosecutor in Wyoming promises crackdown on pot in national parks and on other public lands

US prosecutor in Wyoming promises crackdown on pot in national parks and on other public lands

A federal prosecutor in Wyoming pledges to “rigorously” prosecute people for small amounts of marijuana in national parks and on other public lands.

Colorado attempted homicide suspect arrested in North Platte

Colorado attempted homicide suspect arrested in North Platte

Nebraska State Patrol announced today a Colorado attempted homicide suspect was arrested in North Platte Thursday,. Troopers also found drugs, a handgun and stolen financial documents during the search.

Electric rates set to rise in Valentine

Electric rates set to rise in Valentine

Electric rates in Valentine are going up. The city council approved the increase Thursday night after Valentine’s wholesale power provider substantially increased its rates.

Fire near Mullen burns hundreds of acres Thursday

Fire near Mullen burns hundreds of acres Thursday

About a dozen fire departments joined forces Thursday to battle a large grass fire south of Mullen.

Cherry County Hospital debating possible expansion

Cherry County Hospital debating possible expansion

Cherry County Hospital is exploring a potential expansion that could add space for rehab services, the specialty clinic, an in-house MRI and additional storage.

Fatal shooting under investigation in Cheyenne

Fatal shooting under investigation in Cheyenne

Cheyenne police are investigating a fatal shooting that left an 18-year-old man dead Wednesday night. A firearm sale involving a 16-year-old reportedly turned into a physical fight before shots were fired.

Cherry County Zoning Department remains closed as commissioners search for new administrator

Cherry County Zoning Department remains closed as commissioners search for new administrator

Those needing zoning permits for projects in Cherry County will have to wait a little longer.

Economic leaders gather in Valentine to explore creative community growth

Economic leaders gather in Valentine to explore creative community growth

Economic development leaders from across the Sandhills and Panhandle gathered in Valentine to share ideas and learn from each other’s successes.

Standing room only at Valentine Elementary’s Veterans Day program

Standing room only at Valentine Elementary’s Veterans Day program

When you think of school concerts, you might picture winter or spring performances. But in Valentine, they go big for Veterans Day.

New outdoor weather warning siren installed in Merriman

New outdoor weather warning siren installed in Merriman

Residents in the Merriman area now have a new way to be alerted about severe weather.

Native American Heritage Museum created by Valentine middle schoolers

Native American Heritage Museum created by Valentine middle schoolers

As part of National Native American Heritage Month, fifth graders at Valentine Middle School have transformed their class hallway into a museum celebrating Native American history and culture.

Former North Platte Community College coach sues for discrimination

Former North Platte Community College coach sues for discrimination

A former North Platte Community College softball coach and faculty member is suing the college on discrimination and retaliation claims.

Art Day rewarding for Chadron State College students and attendees

Art Day rewarding for Chadron State College students and attendees

Nearly 100 students from the Panhandle and South Dakota attended Chadron State College’s Art Day Nov. 4.

Sentencings in Cherry County child enticement and assault cases

Sentencings in Cherry County child enticement and assault cases

Two Valentine men have been sentenced in separate Cherry County cases involving child enticement and assault.

Plea deal reached in Sheridan County child abuse case

Plea deal reached in Sheridan County child abuse case

A plea deal has been reached in the case of a 25-year-old Alliance man who previously faced multiple child sexual assault charges in Sheridan County.

‘Bring our people back’: Healing through bison harvest on Rosebud Reservation

‘Bring our people back’: Healing through bison harvest on Rosebud Reservation

At Sinte Gleska University on the Rosebud Reservation, one unique program is helping feed the community while also strengthening cultural, physical and spiritual well-being.

Downtown Sounds artist B.J. Jamison wins national music award at Grand Ole Opry

Downtown Sounds artist B.J. Jamison wins national music award at Grand Ole Opry

Nebraska’s own B.J. Jamison won Artist of the Year in the Country Traditional/Classic category at the Josie Music Awards.

Suspect accused of hitting woman with vehicle, fleeing from law enforcement arrested near Chadron

Suspect accused of hitting woman with vehicle, fleeing from law enforcement arrested near Chadron

A suspect accused of driving drunk, hitting a woman with a vehicle, and fleeing from law enforcement was arrested Wednesday morning after a pursuit through Chadron.

Motorized bicycle rider dies in North Platte crash

Motorized bicycle rider dies in North Platte crash

A North Platte man died Monday night after his motorized bicycle was struck by a box truck at the intersection of 12th and Jeffers.

Dick Cheney's political legacy is mixed in home state of Wyoming

Dick Cheney's political legacy is mixed in home state of Wyoming

Dick Cheney leaves behind a mixed legacy in his home state of Wyoming. He died Tuesday at age 84.

Gift-giving for generations: Mother, daughter opening store in downtown Gordon

Gift-giving for generations: Mother, daughter opening store in downtown Gordon

For Jana Goranson and her daughter, Lauren, opening their new store, good to be HOME in downtown Gordon, isn’t just about selling gifts and décor. It’s about continuing a creative legacy that began a generation ago.

Suspected fentanyl, guns, and cash seized in OST DPS “Safe Homelands” Operation

Suspected fentanyl, guns, and cash seized in OST DPS “Safe Homelands” Operation

Suspected fentanyl, concealed guns, and a large amount of cash tied to drug trafficking are just some of the items Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety officials say they seized during a recent “Safe Homelands” operation.

Man arrested after standoff in southwest North Platte

Man arrested after standoff in southwest North Platte

A heated argument turned into an hours-long standoff in southwest North Platte on Saturday, according to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.

Vehicle fire south of Sutherland after rollover crash

Vehicle fire south of Sutherland after rollover crash

A woman escaped with minor injuries after her vehicle rolled and caught fire south of Sutherland on Saturday evening.

North Platte teen killed while helping push stalled vehicle on Highway 83

North Platte teen killed while helping push stalled vehicle on Highway 83

A teenager from North Platte was killed Friday evening in a crash on Highway 83, a few miles north of the city.

US nuclear airmen plead guilty to false statements in shooting that suspended Sig Sauer M18 use

US nuclear airmen plead guilty to false statements in shooting that suspended Sig Sauer M18 use

Two airmen at a Wyoming U.S. Air Force base have pleaded guilty to making false statements about the deadly shooting of another airman.

Gordon principal receives award for excellence

Gordon principal receives award for excellence

A Gordon principal is being recognized for being an outstanding leader in Nebraska.

Coroner’s report on 6 deaths at Colorado dairy points to toxic gas exposure

Coroner’s report on 6 deaths at Colorado dairy points to toxic gas exposure

Six people who died at a Colorado dairy farm this summer had been exposed to a toxic gas.

Team Buche Cares offers to help families affected by SNAP benefit disruption

Team Buche Cares offers to help families affected by SNAP benefit disruption

If SNAP funds are not released in South Dakota, Team Buche Cares will distribute $100 in grocery certificates per SNAP family household redeemable at Buche Foods and Buche’s Gus Stop.

Laramie County shooting ruled self-defense

Laramie County shooting ruled self-defense

The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office says a June shooting that left one man dead has been ruled self-defense.

Two arrested after vehicle and foot pursuit in Sheridan County

Two arrested after vehicle and foot pursuit in Sheridan County

Two people are facing charges after a vehicle pursuit Tuesday evening in Sheridan County.

McClenahan named October Chadron State Student of the Month

McClenahan named October Chadron State Student of the Month

Chadron State College junior Mallory McClenahan of Grant, Nebraska, is the Project Strive/TRiO Student of the Month for October.

Colorado says relocation of Space Command to Alabama is 'punishment' for mail-in voting

Colorado says relocation of Space Command to Alabama is 'punishment' for mail-in voting

Colorado officials say the relocation of U.S. Space Command to Alabama was illegally motivated by President Donald Trump’s desire to punish Colorado for allowing mail-in voting.