Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins
Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins
Making Nebraska’s Tallest Waterfall More Accessible
Thousands of people visit Smith Falls State Park near Valentine every summer to see Nebraska’s tallest waterfall.
Fire officials warn of wildfire danger after lightning sparks several fires near Chadron
Recent rainfall hasn't eliminated the risk of wildfire in the Chadron area, and fire officials are urging residents to remain cautious.
Grill, gun and a $1.5 million goal, Valentine events center auction on Sunday
About 80 items will be up for bid Sunday at a consignment auction at the Cherry County Fairgrounds, with proceeds going toward the proposed Cherry County Events Center in Valentine.
Senator Storer Applauds Historic Meta Settlement and New Protections for Children
Senator Storer Applauds Historic Meta Settlement and New Protections for Children
Niobrara National Scenic River names new superintendent
Chris Mather brings more than 16 years of experience with the National Park Service to the position.
All-terrain wheelchairs now available at Smith Falls State Park
People who struggle with mobility will now have an easier time seeing Nebraska’s tallest waterfall.
California man arrested after traffic stop near Valentine leads to multiple drug seizures
A California man is behind bars after a traffic stop near Valentine led to multiple drug seizures, according to the Nebraska State Patrol.
Alliance police chief withdraws request for Flock cameras, license plate readers
The Alliance Police Department will not move forward with plans to purchase Flock Safety cameras and automated license plate readers during the upcoming fiscal year.
North Platte student puts landscaping skills to work at memorial garden
North Platte student puts landscaping skills to work at memorial garden
Valentine police ask residents to keep goats out of city limits
Valentine police aren't dealing with a goat problem, but one goat in a backyard recently gave the police department a reason to remind residents about the city's livestock ordinance—with a little humor.
Kimball County Manor residents participate in weekly reading club
Kimball County Manor residents participate in weekly reading club
Post Playhouse performers find generosity after wildfire near Fort Robinson
Rural Nebraska might not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking about actors and actresses from across the country. But each summer, performers travel to Fort Robinson State Park near Crawford to take the stage at the Post Playhouse.
Severe weather leaves damage across Mullen area
Homeowners in the Mullen area are cleaning up after severe weather moved through the Sandhills Sunday night into Monday morning.
NCDHD Board of Health Adopts Regulation and Resolution to Conduct Pool Inspections
The action follows passage of LB759 by the Nebraska Legislature, which transferred authority for public swimming pool operating permits and routine operational inspections from the Nebraska Department of Water, Energy and Environment (NDWEE) to local governments, including counties, cities, villages, and local public health departments.
Free dental care available to Nebraska veterans, spouses at upcoming clinic
Nebraska veterans, spouses and surviving spouses will have an opportunity to receive free dental care later this month at a two-day clinic in Yutan.
Cherry County petition seeks to increase number of county commissioners
Cherry County could soon have more voices on its county commission.
Last public boat ramp at Lake Mac no longer accessible
Last public boat ramp at Lake Mac no longer accessible
Commissioners approve 2027 mountain lion season
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission approved a 2027 mountain lion hunting season at its Aug. 14 meeting in Blair.
Observant Valentine residents help authorities recover stolen vehicle, arrest suspect, get potentially deadly drugs off street
Observant residents in Valentine helped authorities recover a stolen vehicle and arrest a suspect after recognizing the vehicle from a Facebook post, according to the Rock County Sheriff’s Office.
Powerful storm causes widespread damage, power outages near Rushville and Gordon
A powerful overnight storm caused extensive damage to electrical infrastructure south of Rushville and Gordon, leaving residents without power and creating dangerous conditions along area roads.
Valentine man arrested after report of man carrying possible handgun
A 20-year-old Valentine man was arrested Tuesday evening after authorities received a report of a man walking down the street with a scooter, yelling and carrying what appeared to be a handgun.
Fort Robinson Aquatic Center reduces hours
The new Fort Robinson State Park Aquatic Center is among the Nebraska attractions reducing hours as the back-to-school season reduces workforce availability.
Syracuse man sentenced in Gordon child sexual abuse material case
A 61-year-old Syracuse man has been sentenced to prison in a Sheridan County child sexual abuse material case.
Wounded Knee man sentenced after baseball bat assault in Gordon
A 49-year-old Wounded Knee man has been sentenced to 90 days in jail for assaulting a man with a baseball bat.
Rushville man tasered after Rapid City police say he pointed rifle at another person and fled
A 21-year-old Rushville man is facing aggravated assault and obstruction charges after Rapid City police say he pointed a rifle at another person, fled from a traffic stop and was taken into custody at Taser-point.
$31,000 in Library Improvement Grants awarded to Nebraska public libraries
The Nebraska Library Commission recently awarded Library Improvement Grants for 2026 totaling $31,000 to sixteen Nebraska public libraries.
“Plane Theft” Turns Heads at Valentine Air Show
What may have looked like a plane theft at the Cherry County Fair’s Air Show and Fly-In was actually part of the act.
Low water hinders access at northwest Nebraska lakes
Low water levels from drought and irrigation are limiting access to lakes in northwestern Nebraska.
Juvenile arrested after overnight burglary spree in Rushville
According to the Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office, the city swimming pool, golf course and Pump & Pantry were all broken into early Friday, with several items reported stolen.
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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