Applications are now open for the 2026 Sidney Citizen Police Academy. The eight-week program offers a behind-the-scenes look at local law enforcement. Deadline is March 2.
By Forrest Hershberger
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will consider recommendations for a 2027 mountain lion hunting season at its Aug. 14 meeting in Blair.
A 21-year-old Gordon man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after authorities say he assaulted law enforcement officers during an incident that began with reports of a possible armed altercation.
A guinea pig, a tarantula, and a Highlander may not be the first animals people expect to see at a county fair, but they were among the unique projects showcased at the Cherry County Fair’s small animal show in Valentine.
When an emergency happens, flashing lights, sirens and unfamiliar faces can be frightening, especially for children. Ainsworth’s National Night Out event aimed to help make those moments a little less overwhelming by giving families a chance to meet and interact with first responders before an emergency occurs.