Peetz fourth graders raise over $2,200 for Nebraska ranchers impacted by wildfires

Peetz fourth graders raised $2,262 for Nebraska ranchers impacted by the Morrill Fire, organizing a “Pay It Forward” campaign to help rebuild after historic wildfire losses.

March 25, 2026Updated: March 25, 2026
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Nearly block-long mural finished in Valentine

Artists put the finishing touches on a nearly block-long mural in downtown Valentine over the weekend, transforming a once-ordinary wall into a colorful reflection of the community’s history, culture and landscape.

Improperly discarded e-scooter sparks fire at SWANN facility in Chadron

A fire at a Solid Waste Agency of Northwest Nebraska (SWANN) facility in Chadron on Friday was caused by an improperly disposed electric scooter, according to the agency.

Southeast Nebraska first responders again assist Western Nebraska tackle wildfires

First responders from across Southeast Nebraska have responded to four serious wildfires in other parts of the state so far this year, the latest of which broke out near Crawford earlier this month

James Lucero sworn in as Kimball Chief of Police

James Lucero sworn in as Kimball Chief of Police