Keith County Foundation Fund awards $250,000 for emergency dispatch upgrade

A $250,000 grant will upgrade Keith County’s emergency dispatch system, improving communication for first responders across six counties and strengthening regional public safety.

May 3, 2026Updated: May 3, 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