Valentine man recognized for helping protect the world’s largest intact grassland

The Nebraska Sandhills are home to the largest intact grassland in the world, and a Valentine man is being recognized for helping protect it.

March 8, 2026Updated: March 8, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

Regional

Already under financial pressure, Midwest soybean farmers are squeezed further by tariffs, Iran war

Social media video leads to federal firearm charge in Omaha

Murdock man loses nearly $160,000 in 7-year extortion scam

Tulip festival back for second year at Nelson Produce Farm

Younes shares vision for Kearney's Good Life District

An Omaha sinkhole went viral. Hundreds of others fall under the radar

State

Cheyenne County reminds taxpayers of April 30 deadline, urges early mailing amid USPS changes

Caring for the heartbroken

Marijuana attitude a factor in Otoe County sentencing

Already under financial pressure, Midwest soybean farmers are squeezed further by tariffs, Iran war

Strommen highlights bill progress, session nearing end in legislative update

Sports

Kimball Junior High Track begins track season, setting personal records

Cougar notes: WNCC baseball sweeps Otero on Sunday

Eagles Wrap Up Series With Orediggers

Colorado sports notes: Padres top Rockies 7-2 for 4-game sweep but Nick Pivetta exits with stiff elbow

Russell slams three home runs, WNCC splits with Otero

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety