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Sidney's Downtown Sounds
Sidney's Downtown Sounds

Sidney's free summer concert series returns to Hickory Street Square with an expanded schedule on June 20, July 18 and Aug. 15, 2025. 

World War II veterans receive recognition medals

World War II veterans receive recognition medals

Two Nebraska World War II veterans are taking home hardware after being honored by a city official on Thursday. 

‘It wasn’t just one person who saved him’: Several people at Kimball County Motocross track save life of teen who crashed

‘It wasn’t just one person who saved him’: Several people at Kimball County Motocross track save life of teen who crashed

“It wasn’t just one person who saved him; it was the whole motocross family,” said the co-owner of Kimball County Motocross – KCMX following an accident at the track on Sunday.

Banner County School students manage on-sight coffee shop business

Banner County School students manage on-sight coffee shop business

Banner County School has been offering a unique experience to its students – managing a coffee shop business right there in the school.

I-80 eastbound Sidney to Sunol to close for bridge work

I-80 eastbound Sidney to Sunol to close for bridge work

Eastbound Interstate 80 will be closed from Sidney Interchange 59 to Interchange 69 starting at 8 a.m. July 21 for bridge work.

Feds stall funds for some school programs

Feds stall funds for some school programs

Letter from senators say funds are not for 'radical left-wing programs'

‘I saw the funnel’: Tornado hits property near Mullen

‘I saw the funnel’: Tornado hits property near Mullen

A Sandhills family is beginning the long process of cleaning up after a tornado ripped through their property just north of Mullen on Tuesday afternoon, leaving behind damaged buildings, scattered debris, and a close call for one family member.

Kimball Public Library to host hip-hop, break-dancing class

Kimball Public Library to host hip-hop, break-dancing class

A one-time hip-hop and break-dancing class is coming to Kimball at the end of the month.

Native American radio stations at risk as Congress looks to cut $1B in public broadcasting funding

Native American radio stations at risk as Congress looks to cut $1B in public broadcasting funding

Native American radio stations could face shutdowns if Congress cuts over $1 billion from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Fire department's head-shaving raises thousands for cancer patient

Fire department's head-shaving raises thousands for cancer patient

A South Dakota boy with cancer is being backed by a northeast Nebraska community after news of his diagnosis.

Alliance Police recognize promotions at city council meeting

Alliance Police recognize promotions at city council meeting

Alliance Police Sergeant Tim Peterson was promoted to the rank of lieutenant. Sergeant David LaDuke, Sergeant Joshua Norris, and SRO Tyler Sherlock were honored for their work on the Tanner Blomenkamp case.

Norfolk clinic joins Faith Regional Physicians Services, expanding healthcare access

Norfolk clinic joins Faith Regional Physicians Services, expanding healthcare access

Faith Regional Physician Services has integrated Sunny Meadow Medical Clinic, now known as Faith Regional Physician Services Norfolk Family Medicine.

Wisconsin man arrested after dead woman found in car, authorities say

Wisconsin man arrested after dead woman found in car, authorities say

A Wisconsin man is in a Nebraska jail after troopers say they found a dead woman in his car.

Secretary Evnen organizing trade missions to Kenya, Egypt

Secretary Evnen organizing trade missions to Kenya, Egypt

Nebraska pursues business opportunities, human connections

'Movie in the Park' planned for Sunday at Northside Park

'Movie in the Park' planned for Sunday at Northside Park

Movies in the Park, hosted by The United First Responders this week, will show "The Goonies" at dusk in Northside Park in Sidney July 20.

Learn about Niobrara River fossils from paleontologist

Learn about Niobrara River fossils from paleontologist

Dive into the remarkable fossil heritage of Nebraska and the Niobrara River corridor at this exciting event!

Open house held for new owners of Ward Plumbing and Heating

Open house held for new owners of Ward Plumbing and Heating

A longtime Valentine business is under new ownership, and its new leadership team says their goal is to try to meet the growing demand for skilled trade services in the area.

Forks up, Norfolk, Chipotle is coming to town

Forks up, Norfolk, Chipotle is coming to town

It’s official! Chipotle is coming to Norfolk.

Omaha Tribe of Nebraska legalizes, regulates medical and recreational marijuana

Omaha Tribe of Nebraska legalizes, regulates medical and recreational marijuana

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska became the first government in Nebraska on Tuesday to fully legalize and seek to regulate both medicinal and adult recreational-use cannabis.

Nebraska sues Colorado over century-old water agreement

Nebraska sues Colorado over century-old water agreement

Nebraska is suing the State of Colorado to enforce the South Platte River Compact and clear the way for construction of the Perkins County Canal.

Southeast Nebraska native Erwin Schopp, a World War II prisoner of war, will be laid to rest Friday in Plymouth

Southeast Nebraska native Erwin Schopp, a World War II prisoner of war, will be laid to rest Friday in Plymouth

82 years after his death in a Philippines prisoner of war camp, Southeast Nebraska native Erwin Schopp will be laid to rest alongside his family in his hometown of Plymouth on Friday, July 18.

Two injured in Nebraska state recreation area boat accident

Two injured in Nebraska state recreation area boat accident

Two people were injured in a boating accident Sunday afternoon while tubing at Medicine Creek State Recreation Area.

Chadron State launches virtual mental health service to supplement in-person counseling

Chadron State launches virtual mental health service to supplement in-person counseling

In response to increasing demand for mental health support, Chadron State College will offer a new virtual mental health service to students during the 2025-26 academic year.

Madison county forges ahead with new economic development coordinator position

Madison county forges ahead with new economic development coordinator position

Madison County Commissioners have approved an agreement to establish an Economic Development Coordinator in partnership with Battle Creek and Madison, aiming to boost economic development and reduce the tax burden on agricultural producer

Toddler dies after being accidentally hit by pickup in Hastings

Toddler dies after being accidentally hit by pickup in Hastings

A toddler died Sunday afternoon after he was accidentally hit by a pickup truck in Hastings, according to police.

Fair Board finalizing details for 2025 Fair week

Fair Board finalizing details for 2025 Fair week

The Cheyenne County Fair is just days away and the Fair Board is busy reviewing each detail

City of Scottsbluff announces temporary road closure

City of Scottsbluff announces temporary road closure

The City of Scottsbluff announces 20th Street will be closed between 1st and 2nd Avenue July 17.

Councilman wonders if politics is behind denial of home occupation permit

Councilman wonders if politics is behind denial of home occupation permit

Curttright says issue over home occupation permit rose after he was elected to city council

Hilltop Rustic Roast holds Grand Opening over weekend

Hilltop Rustic Roast holds Grand Opening over weekend

Hilltop Rustic Roast celebrated one month of business with a grand opening.

Nebraska State Education Association hosting annual conference, discussing low salaries and teacher shortages

Nebraska State Education Association hosting annual conference, discussing low salaries and teacher shortages

The issues contributing to Nebraska's teacher shortage are among the focuses at the state's teachers union conference.

Valentine swimmers qualify for Midwestern Championship

Valentine swimmers qualify for Midwestern Championship

While many kids spend summer mornings catching up on sleep, a group of determined young athletes in Valentine are diving into the pool at sunrise—and now, three of them are headed to the Midwestern Swimming Championships.

Otoe County asking feds to scale back cuts to rural broadband

Otoe County asking feds to scale back cuts to rural broadband

Commissioners say county's eligible locations went from 400 to 175

Juvenile driver cited after early morning crash damages four vehicles in Scottsbluff

Juvenile driver cited after early morning crash damages four vehicles in Scottsbluff

A juvenile driver was cited for careless driving after crashing into multiple cars on Avenue I in Scottsbluff early Tuesday morning. Fatigue and inattention were factors, police said. No injuries reported.

Search warrant leads to multiple arrests

Search warrant leads to multiple arrests

Sidney police made several arrests while executing a search warrant July 10.

More severe weather to hit Nebraska

More severe weather to hit Nebraska

Severe Weather likely to hit communities across Nebraska on Tuesday evening.

SENDD, local development groups to host Fair Housing info sessions Thursday

SENDD, local development groups to host Fair Housing info sessions Thursday

Residents of Fillmore and Thayer Counties can learn more about the Fair Housing Act in a pair of info sessions hosted by SENDD on Thursday.

Nominations now being accepted for the 2025 Nebraska Manufacturer of the Year

Nominations now being accepted for the 2025 Nebraska Manufacturer of the Year

Nominations for the 2025 Nebraska Manufacturer of the Year award by the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Nebraska Manufacturing Alliance are being accepted through August 15.

Norfolk Public Schools welcomes Interim Superintendent Bill McAllister

Norfolk Public Schools welcomes Interim Superintendent Bill McAllister

Bill McAllister is the new interim superintendent for Norfolk Public Schools (NPS), focusing on responsible budgeting, student safety, and boosting academic achievement through strategies like the Professional Learning Community schools

Ogallala teen driver accused of killing friend pleads not guilty

Ogallala teen driver accused of killing friend pleads not guilty

An Ogallala teen accused of murder and vehicular homicide was back in court Monday.

Cheyenne County welcomes water and cropping systems assistant extension educator

Cheyenne County welcomes water and cropping systems assistant extension educator

Vinicius Zuppa joined the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center and Nebraska Extension Engagement Zone 1 on July 1. Zuppa is originally from São Paulo, Brazil..

‘Not illegal to assault someone verbally’: Valentine man sentenced after outbursts

‘Not illegal to assault someone verbally’: Valentine man sentenced after outbursts

A man arrested after a June confrontation involving shouting, road rage, and a gun being drawn on Valentine’s Main Street has been sentenced to probation.

Mission woman charged for alleged assault at Valentine gas station

Mission woman charged for alleged assault at Valentine gas station

A 28-year-old Mission, South Dakota, woman is facing charges after authorities say she assaulted an employee at a Valentine gas station.

‘A lot of drugs moved through Nebraska because of you,’ judge tells North Platte man

‘A lot of drugs moved through Nebraska because of you,’ judge tells North Platte man

A North Platte man has been sentenced to 27 years in federal prison for leading a drug trafficking ring that moved large quantities of methamphetamine into Nebraska.

Another record-breaking month for the Central Nebraska Regional Airport

Another record-breaking month for the Central Nebraska Regional Airport

The Central Nebraska Regional Airport in Grand Island is celebrating after setting another monthly record for enplanements.

Construction underway for campground expansion at Pioneer Village

Construction underway for campground expansion at Pioneer Village

A popular museum and campground in Minden is making substantial upgrades.

Kimball doctor advises public on creating living will

Kimball doctor advises public on creating living will

Dr. Bush with Kimball Health Services is urging the public to create a living will. 

One arrested, child found after Nebraska EMA alert

One arrested, child found after Nebraska EMA alert

A missing child is now safe after the Nebraska State Patrol located them near Lincoln.

Burglary, assault in weekly Valentine Police report

Burglary, assault in weekly Valentine Police report

The Valentine Police Department made several arrests and responded to more than 40 calls for service during the week of July 6 through July 12, 2025.

Boone County hosting 'Bee Happy' themed fair

Boone County hosting 'Bee Happy' themed fair

Albion was buzzing this weekend— literally. The Boone County Fair kicked off with a ‘Bee Happy’ theme that had people wearing their black and yellow

Third annual Bear Fest seeks to bring out the best in “small but mighty” Alexandria community

Third annual Bear Fest seeks to bring out the best in “small but mighty” Alexandria community

Alexandria is working to turn Bear Fest, a relatively new summer event, into a tradition, one that will help a shrinking place survive in the present, and encourage its younger generation to get it to grow again in the future.

Photos: PlainsWest CASA hosts sold out CASA Classic in Sidney to support foster youth

Photos: PlainsWest CASA hosts sold out CASA Classic in Sidney to support foster youth

PlainsWest CASA packed in 18 teams for the 3rd Annual CASA Classic in Sidney.

Unhealthy smoke from Canadian wildfires blankets the Upper Midwest when people want to be outside

Unhealthy smoke from Canadian wildfires blankets the Upper Midwest when people want to be outside

Wildfire smoke from Canada has made for bad air quality over parts of the Upper Midwest.

2025 Jefferson County Fair seeks to set Southeast Nebraska abuzz

2025 Jefferson County Fair seeks to set Southeast Nebraska abuzz

What's the buzz at the bee-themed 2025 installment of the Jefferson County Fair? Check out some of the sights and sounds - and, fortunately, no stings - from Fairbury.

Two brothers dead after overnight standoff in North Platte; child safely released

Two brothers dead after overnight standoff in North Platte; child safely released

Two dead after overnight standoff in North Platte.

Grocery Goliath: Small-town Nebraska grocery stores disappear as Dollar General booms

Grocery Goliath: Small-town Nebraska grocery stores disappear as Dollar General booms

Over the past 25 years, Dollar General stores have become a fixture of the retail landscape in rural Nebraska. Now, there are 142 chain “dollar” stores in Nebraska towns with a population smaller than 10,000.

Vehicle fire temporarily shuts down westbound I-80 near Ogallala

Vehicle fire temporarily shuts down westbound I-80 near Ogallala

Westbound traffic near Ogallala was briefly stopped Thursday morning after a car fire.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires impacting Nebraska Panhandle

Smoke from Canadian wildfires impacting Nebraska Panhandle

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is entering the Nebraska Panhandle area.

Flood, Ricketts champion Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill at Norfolk roundtable

Flood, Ricketts champion Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill at Norfolk roundtable

Congressman Mike Flood & Senator Pete Ricketts elaborate on the potential benefits of President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" during a round table talk in Norfolk

Nebraska helps to secure $720 million from eight opioid drug makers

Nebraska helps to secure $720 million from eight opioid drug makers

The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office announced approximately $720 million nationwide in settlements with eight drug makers that manufactured opioid pills and worsened the nationwide opioid crisis.

'I watched the limbs fly': Grand Island residents clean up after extreme wind storm

'I watched the limbs fly': Grand Island residents clean up after extreme wind storm

The aftermath of a severe thunderstorm that moved through Grand Island Thursday night is visible on rooftops and scattered across yards.

Legendary Shickley coach Dan Sorge inducted into NHSACA Hall of Fame

Legendary Shickley coach Dan Sorge inducted into NHSACA Hall of Fame

An all-time great high school coach from Southeast Nebraska has earned his moment in the spotlight this summer: record-setting Shickley coach Dan Sorge is now a member of the NHSACA Hall of Fame.

BDSRA conference takes center stage in Lincoln

BDSRA conference takes center stage in Lincoln

The theme in Lincoln this weekend is raising awareness.

UNK Alumni gift $500,000 to fund business scholarships

UNK Alumni gift $500,000 to fund business scholarships

A UNK alumni couple is helping to create a business scholarship with a large gift.

Work to begin on N-71, Scottsbluff area bridges

Work to begin on N-71, Scottsbluff area bridges

The Nebraska Department of Transportation announced today work is planned on Highway 71 in Scottsbluff. Work is scheduled to begin July 21.

Grand Island dealing with more storm damage, after major flooding

Grand Island dealing with more storm damage, after major flooding

Two weeks after Grand Island got hit with major flooding, another storm hit the area.

What is the Best Steak to Offer for a Crowd at a Barbecue Catering

What is the Best Steak to Offer for a Crowd at a Barbecue Catering

How a Local Dubai Brand Conquered Major UK Airports: Le Damas Sweets Celebrates 1 Year of Its Dubai Chocolate

How a Local Dubai Brand Conquered Major UK Airports: Le Damas Sweets Celebrates 1 Year of Its Dubai Chocolate

Salsa Bar

Salsa Bar

Your Expert Guide to Summer Salads

Your Expert Guide to Summer Salads

Less Prep for Your Picnic: Easy Recipes, Fun Tips, and More

Less Prep for Your Picnic: Easy Recipes, Fun Tips, and More

Cross-Contamination Risks In Shared Food Equipment

Cross-Contamination Risks In Shared Food Equipment

Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern discuss merger to create transcontinental railroad, AP source says

Beef prices have soared in the US — and not just during grilling season

Nebraska sues neighboring Colorado over how much water it's drawing from the South Platte River

Native American radio stations at risk as Congress looks to cut $1B in public broadcasting funding

Retired Army officer pleads guilty to sharing classified info on Russia-Ukraine war on dating site

The best movies of 2025 so far

The movies leaving Hulu this month

Movies and TV shows casting across the US

Global Times: Fashion textile expert finds passion in decoding ancient silk legacy

The movies leaving Netflix this month

Sidney Juniors Season Ends with 9-3 Loss

Maschmann takes fourth place at Fargo Nationals

Photos: Sidney advances in Area B7 with win over Gering

Friedl homers and Francona gets 2,000th win as the Reds beat the Rockies 4-2

Photos: Chadron pitching quiets Sidney’s bats in Area Tournament loss