Scottsbluff Rural Fire Department responded to a grass fire July 25, assisted by numerous agencies called to provide mutual aid assistance.

A Kimball man facing a felony theft charge appeared in Kimball County Court July 24 following his arrest.

Daily competition, nighttime entertainment, displays and exhibits at the Gage County Fair

Kennedy Jr. certified for Nebraska ballot.

A Nebraska law that combined abortion restrictions with another measure to limit gender-affirming health care for minors does not violate a state constitutional amendment requiring bills to stick to a single subject.

Nebraska has among the lowest EV ownership rates nationwide. Still, the number of registered EVs have grown sixfold in the past six years, and EV owners say it's more practical than ever before. But to meet future demand, more public charging is needed.

A central Nebraska woman is in jail after police say she tried to kill her sister.

Four week project will require parking and lane restrictions

Wilber aims to revive historic brewery.

A fire north of Rushville burned around 70 acres, according to Gordon Fire Chief Rich Haller.

Toxic blue-green algae has Nebraska health officials issuing three alerts this week

Firefighters in the Gordon-Rushville area are battling two fires amidst very high fire danger conditions.

An open house is planned by Grow Grand Island on Wednesday, July 31, from 4:30pm-6:30pm, at the Greater Grand Island Community Foundation’s community room (located at 1503 West 2nd Street) to field questions about

Several felony cases are moving through their court proceedings with four defendants waiving their rights to preliminary hearings and four choosing to set preliminary hearings.

Work is scheduled to begin on a wind energy project in Greeley County next year.

A school district in central Nebraska is taking steps to make sure schools meals are accessible to every student.

A crop duster plane is a total loss after it crashed in Central Nebraska.

4-H program on upswing with first-time exhibitors

Firefighters from multiple departments are responding to a grass fire northeast of Scottsbluff.

A 20-year-old Rosebud, South Dakota man has been sentenced for involuntary manslaughter in connection with a deadly crash in May 2022.

Earlier this month, voters approved a $3 million bond for the Cody-Kilgore School District to build a new pre-K through 7th grade facility.

Driver of pickup was transported for medical treatment

The band Metallica – yes, that band Metallica – is renewing its partnership with a Central Nebraska community college.

CHEYENNE COUNTY (July 25, 2024) -- Firefighters from several agencies battled a fire west of Sidney near Cheyenne County Roads 105 and 24 Wednesday.

Cheyenne County had it's first "Rubber Check Race" July 24 at the Cheyenne County Fair. The event has a nearly 38 year history.

Self-insured county government to see 12% increase in costs this coming budget year

Work is scheduled to begin July 29 on the main entrance to the Bridgeport Recreation Area.

A health department in the central Nebraska area is advising people to take precautions. 

USA Cycling is excited to announce a $40,000 prize purse for the Elite races at the upcoming Gravel National Championships. For the second year in a row, the event is set to take place in Gering, and will feature the nation's top gravel racers.

A fire department in central Nebraska is getting funds to update its exercise equipment. 

Becca Berner is first garden collection winner in a decade

Travelers along Nebraska’s stretch of Highway 20 now have a meaningful new way to honor those who have served our country.

Collision involved four vehicles and a trailhead picnic shelter

A Wymore woman was arrested on Monday after giving birth to a baby in a drug-filled house.

The highly requested 'Breakfast Runzas' made an appearance in Hastings Wednesday morning with hundreds of Runzas being sold for a good cause.

LINCOLN, Neb — In this week's University Minute, Nebraska System President, Jeffrey Gold, touches on his early priorities heading into the 2024 fall semester.

SIDNEY -- Sidney Regional Medical Center is planning to bring ambulance service back to the hospital by early Fall.The announcement came during the July 23 Sidney City Council meeting by Sidney Regional Medical Center CEO Jason Petik.

On July 17, Kimball first responders participated in training courses to further their professionalism and efficiency.

SIDNEY -- The Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce announced today the appointment of Joe McCarn as the new Chamber Director. McCarn will officially assume his duties on August 5.

Southeast Community College enrollment growth means increase in expected state funding

Local chamber holds annual Ag Appreciation barbeque

Two people sustained cuts and bruises in a two-vehicle accident north of Sidney July 23.

Shirt Tales custom apparel shop in Sidney is for sale. Owner Amanda Sharman announced she is relocating and wants to sell the business.

Nebraska Community Foundation Intern Kate Kratzer hosted the Mosaic Mural Project at Beans and Steams Coffee House today. An event is scheduled for July 26 at Boss City Brewery and August 4 at Chuckaboo Station in Potter.

Sidney Transportation announced beginning July 27 rides will be available 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. Rides must be scheduled by 4:30 p.m. Friday.

You might think paying hundreds of dollars for a cake and cookies is reserved for a fancy patisserie in Paris, but this week 4-Hers in Sheridan County got paid big buck for their baked goods.

A small town in Central Nebraska is being highlighted through paintings and drawings thanks to a local artist. 

UPDATE -- Alliance authorities have found the 15-year-old Alliance girl missing since 7:15 p.m. Monday, July 22. She is back home with her family.

NAPE: Richardson County workers had no choice but to declare impasse

Valentine Family Aquatic Center closed Monday because of mechanical issues affecting the filtration system.

Lawmakers say they were not notified of the cuts last spring and still had not received details days before a planned special session on property tax relief.

Company says new location targets consumers in Nebraska and Iowa

Five people are displaced after a fire at a trailer park in Kearney.

The City Council received pushback from community members in the most recent meeting about changes to city ordinances.

Gov. Jim Pillen is continuing to push for his Nebraska Plan to reduce property taxes ahead of an expected special session of the Nebraska Legislature.

State Sen. Ray Aguilar of Grand Island is among those preparing for an expected legislative special session on property tax relief. 

CHEYENNE COUNTY --The Cheyenne County Sheriff's Office is requesting help from the public in identifying the individual shown in this picture.

SCOTTSBLUFF- The Western Community College Area Board of Governors has declared a vacancy in District 3 due to the resignation of Misty Curtis, effective June 26, 2024.

The Morrill County Fair is underway with several livestock events. Friday is the highlight of the week with the Community Dinner, 4-H and FFA presentations and concert featuring BJ Jamison and Twin River Band.

The Potter Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad launched their new Junior Cadet Program.

Nebraska's new law facilitates seamless communication between mental health and emergency providers, enhancing the integration of the 988 suicide prevention line with 911 services statewide.

Arrests made Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Five Colorado men are facing charges after Valentine Police say they violated weapon laws.

Firefighters battled the Mariah Fire over the weekend, approximately 15 miles north of Rushville.