Commissioners discuss lowering EMS funding request
The Cheyenne County Commissioners discussed a proposed funding increase in support of the SRMC ambulance service. Discussion included what the hospital is doing to reduce costs.
Potter-Dix freshmen explore fitness opportunities
Potter-Dix freshmen took their health class to The Training Room in Sidney. The visit allowed students to see equipment and fitness options beyond those currently available at Potter-Dix.
Sidney And Greater Area Fund celebrates successful summer with Hometown Intern Katie Raffelson
Katie Raffelson recently completed her Nebraska Community Foundation Hometown Internship in Sidney. Katie participated in community meetings, visited local organizations and businesses, attended Nebraska Community Foundation learning sessions, and helped support SAGA initiatives. She also helped develop the new SAGA Youth Committee.
Commissioners add patrol unit to Sheriff’s Office budget
The Cheyenne County Commissioners asked Sheriff Adam Frerichs to budget a new patrol vehicle in the coming budget, and one in the year after. The commissioners expressed concern of availability if two were budgeted for one year as first submitted.
Kimball high school adds community service to Accountability Program
Kimball high school adds community service to Accountability Program
Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins
Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins
Panhandle Public Health District reminds athletes, fans to stay protected from West Nile Virus
Fall sports season is also a time for mosquito-borne viruses, including West Nile Virus.
Law enforcement investigating reported theft
The Cheyenne County Sheriff's Office received a report of thefts from a scrapyard in the 200 block of East Elm Street recently.
Kimball’s hidden gem: Mini used bookstore in library
Kimball’s hidden gem: Mini used bookstore in library
Kimball FFA participates in WestCo Field Days
Kimball FFA participates in WestCo Field Days
Leyton Schools celebrate T-Mobile $5k grant
August 29th 2026, 8:11 PM UTCDalton was busy Friday night with high school volleyball, the annual tailgate party, football and T-Mobile on site to help celebrate Leyton Schools awarded a $5,000 donation.
Pointing a laser at an aircraft is a felony, not a prank
August 28th 2026, 9:38 PM UTCKnowingly aiming a laser at an occupied aircraft is a class 6 felony under Colorado law, C.R.S. 18-3-210. It is also a federal crime under 18 U.S.C. § 39A, punishable by fines, up to five years in prison, or both.
Wetland water conditions better than last year
August 28th 2026, 9:17 PM UTCMany of the wetlands in the Rainwater Basin have dense stands of annual plants, which will provide good food for waterfowl but make the water more difficult for hunters to see.
Drought grazing field tour scheduled near Sidney
August 28th 2026, 9:03 PM UTCA tour highlighting the importance of grazing annual forages will be held in Cheyenne County September 10. The event will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the intersection of County Road 115 and County Road 8 south of Sidney. The field tour will include how annual forages can be used as a grazing resource in a cropping system.
Vietnam Traveling Wall coming to Crawford
August 28th 2026, 8:09 PM UTCThe Vietnam Traveling Wall and Cost of Freedom Tribute will be in Crawford, Ne., September 8-13. The display will be at the Crawford Baseball Fields, 1005 1st St, Crawford.
A shared commitment to service
August 28th 2026, 4:52 PM UTCNebraskans understand the importance of serving those around them. Over the past several days, that commitment was on full display across our state.
The defending Class D6 State Champs, Garden County, starts 1-0
August 28th 2026, 4:29 PM UTCGarden County, the defending Class D6 state champion, opened its season in dominant fashion with a 57-0 victory over Hay Springs.
City Council tables Keep Sidney Beautiful funding request
August 27th 2026, 9:43 PM UTCExecutive Director Michelle Haun approached the Sidney City Council seeking funding support for the program. The funding would cover the cost of office rent at $5,400 annually.
Attorney General Hilgers launches online safety guide for parents
August 27th 2026, 8:07 PM UTCParenting in the Digital Age is a comprehensive guide for parents covering topics like screen time, social media use, grooming, cyberbullying, and more. The guide also includes tools to help parents find hidden apps and photos on their child’s phone.
Attorney General Hilgers files lawsuit against First Street for harming Nebraska homeowners
August 27th 2026, 7:51 PM UTCAttorney General Mike Hilgers filed a lawsuit against climate risk company First Street for inaccurate and misleading property-specific loss predictions. First Street claims to offer “accurate and reliable” risk scores for loss events like flood and fire for every parcel of property in Nebraska. For many properties, however, First Street’s scores are neither accurate nor reliable.
Disturbance call results in two arrests
August 27th 2026, 5:57 PM UTCAt about 2:02 a.m. Tuesday, Scottsbluff Police were dispatched to a disturbance. The male victim suffered a knife wound to his left hand and the tip of his index finger was severed. An Omaha man and a Colorado woman were arrested in connection with the incident.
KCTS requests assistance from City of Kimball in adding transfer bus stop
August 27th 2026, 4:59 PM UTCKCTS requests assistance from City of Kimball in adding transfer bus stop
WNCC soccer teams fall to Barton in 1-goal matches
August 27th 2026, 4:23 PM UTCThe Western Nebraska Community College soccer teams competed against Barton Community College in Great Bend, Kan. The WNCC men lost 1-0 and the woman 3-2. WNCC will be back in action Saturday morning when they host Utah State-Eastern.
Cyclist injured in bicycle vs pickup accident
August 27th 2026, 3:53 PM UTCA bicyclist was transported to Box Butte General Hospital Wednesday morning following a collision with a pickup truck in Alliance. The cyclist was reported having serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Narjes takes on City library directorship
August 26th 2026, 10:28 PM UTCLaura Narjes enjoys people, having worked as an Extension Educator and she has accounting skills. The two combined drew her to the role of Library Director, Sidney Public Library.
No serious injuries reported when pickup collides with bull moose
August 26th 2026, 9:02 PM UTCA Ford pickup truck struck a moose on the roadway north of Scottsbluff Wednesday morning.
City Council doubles ambulance support
August 26th 2026, 8:48 PM UTCSidney Regional Medical Center CEO Jason Petik approached the City Council Tuesday about increasing its support of the ambulance service. The request was passed 5-0.
City of Kimball increases pool rates for summer 2027
August 26th 2026, 6:52 PM UTCCity of Kimball increases pool rates for summer 2027
Sidney wins Lady Raider golf Invitational
August 26th 2026, 5:31 PM UTCThe Sidney Lady Raider Golf Team won their home meet Tuesday. Bridgeport's Harless finished as top golfer in the tournament with a 79, seven over par.
987 The Big Boy launches 'Workin' 9 to 5' contest with $1,000 grand prize
August 26th 2026, 1:06 PM UTCListeners of 987 The Big Boy will have multiple chances each weekday to cash in during the station's new "Workin' 9 to 5" contest, featuring a $1,000 grand prize.
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Florida carries out its 14th execution of the year, putting a man to death for the killing of a teenage girl
Florida carries out its 14th execution of the year, putting a man to death for the killing of a teenage girl
Bessent says 19 finance ministers agreed 'never-ending stream of cheap exports' is unsustainable, but China dissented
Bessent says 19 finance ministers agreed 'never-ending stream of cheap exports' is unsustainable, but China dissented
House censures Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina for conduct toward former female staffers
House censures Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina for conduct toward former female staffers
Court documents show Tiger Woods plans to change not guilty plea in DUI case stemming from rollover crash in Florida
Court documents show Tiger Woods plans to change not guilty plea in DUI case stemming from rollover crash in Florida