Art, music and poetry create connection in downtown Valentine

The sounds of live music drifted through downtown Valentine Friday night as shoppers browsed artwork, visited local businesses and gathered with neighbors during the city's annual Art Walk.

May 30, 2026Updated: May 30, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

Regional

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Feds pause Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern rail merger

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Lincoln East repeats as Class A boys golf champion behind strong team effort

Fire victim restores truck for neighbor who helped search for dog

Nebraska AG joins lawsuit against marijuana reclassification

State

Art, music and poetry create connection in downtown Valentine

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Sports

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Ag & Outdoor

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Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey

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