Sidney Police, Sheriff’s Office to conduct joint school safety training following hoax call

Sidney Police and the Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office will hold a joint training exercise at local schools March 30 following a recent hoax call. Expect a large law enforcement presence that day.

March 30, 2026Updated: March 30, 2026
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When can students and staff use AI? Valentine schools adopt policy

As artificial intelligence becomes more common in classrooms, Valentine Community Schools has adopted a new policy outlining how students and staff can and can not use the technology.

Chadron man with lengthy criminal history sentenced in Sheridan Livestock Auction burglary

A 45-year-old Chadron man has been sentenced to 5 to 8 years in prison after authorities say he caused damage and stole thousands of dollars from the Sheridan Livestock Auction Company in Rushville.

City of Gordon warns of dangerous e-bike, scooter use after multiple complaints

The City of Gordon is urging parents to talk with their children about safe electric bike and scooter use following multiple reports of dangerous behavior on city streets.

University of Nebraska Omaha students look to improve Valentine parks

A group of University of Nebraska Omaha students is working with the city of Valentine to evaluate and improve its park system.