Community celebrates new trail in Chadron

By the end of 2026 or early 2027, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission plans to have the Cowboy Trail surfacing finished from Rushville to that location on Redfern Road, and users are looking forward to having a recreational route from Chadron to Gordon when all is finished.

April 29, 2026Updated: April 29, 2026
By Casey Wonnenberg

Regional

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.

Alliance mother accused of helping daughter conceal murder sentenced on separate charge in Sheridan County

An Alliance woman accused of helping her daughter conceal a murder has been sentenced in a separate Sheridan County case.

Commissioners to consider 2027 mountain lion season

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will consider recommendations for a 2027 mountain lion hunting season at its Aug. 14 meeting in Blair.