Sidney Speech earns multiple finalists at North Platte Invite; Ivie honored by NSAA

Sidney Speech shines at the 27-team North Platte Invite with multiple champions and finalists, and Coach Mackenzie Ivie earns NSAA honors.

February 15, 2026Updated: February 15, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Sidney Speech earns multiple finalists at North Platte Invite; Ivie honored by NSAA

Regional

North Platte Man Charged in Adams County Child Enticement Case

North Platte Man Charged in Adams County Child Enticement Case

TT’s Pub & Grub completes expansion of entertainment room

TT’s Pub & Grub completes expansion of entertainment room

Former Valentine police officer sentenced for DUI, changes plea in assault case

A former Valentine police officer has been sentenced in two misdemeanor cases and has changed his plea in a separate felony assault case.

Perkins County Canal could move one step closer under Senate legislation

Perkins County Canal could move one step closer under Senate legislation

State

North Platte Man Charged in Adams County Child Enticement Case

Superintendent cites little more than $1 million in staff reductions

TT’s Pub & Grub completes expansion of entertainment room

Warrants lead to drug trafficking, firearms charges

Under guidance from SATRA, Southeast Nebraska first responders ascend Farmers Cooperative grain silos for specialized rescue training

Former Valentine police officer sentenced for DUI, changes plea in assault case

Sports

Bobcat basketball misses 2026 tournament goal

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities