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Orphan Grain Train looking for help to spread warmth with winter coats

The Orphan Grain Train Service Center In Norfolk is making sure folks have the right clothing for the time of year.

Hastings man sentenced for distributing fentanyl

2025-26 Ol' Red and KWBE basketball broadcast schedule

NDOT holding public meeting Thursday to preview changes to Highway 136

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is holding a public meeting to discuss changes to Highway 136 Thursday night from 5 to 7 PM in the Fairbury community building.

Sidney Police chief introduces new officers, sergeant

Sidney Police Chief Sam Lovato introduced three new officers and the promotion of an officer to sergeant at the December 2 Sidney City Council meeting. In January, the Department will be testing for three more officers.

Norfolk man bringing an unusual museum to a small town

A northeast Nebraska man is putting his collection on display, in the form of a museum in a small town.

Hay Springs man charged with assault after man found unconscious with brain bleed

A 25-year-old Hay Springs man is facing a first-degree assault charge after a man was found unconscious and seriously injured in the street.

Pine Ridge man charged with failing to register as a sex offender while working in Gordon

A Pine Ridge man has been charged in Sheridan County with failing to update his information on the Nebraska Sex Offender Registry.

Schuyler prepares for housing development completion

Schuyler is nearing completion of a large housing development project to address its growing need for housing, especially among young people

'Shop Cheyenne County Days' drive nearing last week

Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce Director Joe McCarn reminds the community Shop Cheyenne County Days continues through December 13. The drawing is December 18.

Valentine restaurant owner offers free meals to encourage local shopping

As online shopping reaches record highs, a Valentine business owner is trying a new approach to get residents off their screens and back into local stores.

SAGA funds help Potter's Duck Bowling Alley restoration

Flooring and lane restoration at the Potter Duckpin Bowling Alley is complete in part due to support of the Sidney And Greater Area Fund.

Norfolk Senior Center director terminated, police investigation ongoing

A Norfolk senior center is under pressure as their director has been terminated and an investigation is ongoing.

Three police officers injured, suspect dead in Omaha gas station shooting

Three police officers are injured and a suspect is dead following an incident near an Omaha gas station.

State budget cuts impact Sidney's public transportation

Interim Sidney City Manager Josh Hanson announced in Tuesday's council meeting the Transportation Department is eliminating Saturday services due to State funding cuts.

Newly-formed investment group to study new Falls City power plant

Falls City City Council authorizes community benefits agreement

12th Judicial County Court judge announces retirement

County Court Judge James M. Worden, 12th Judicial District, has announced his retirement effective February 9, 2026. He has served as part of the Scotts Bluff Juvenile Drug Court, and as president of the Nebraska County Judges Association.

Sidney suspends Saturday bus service citing state budget cuts

Sidney is suspending Saturday bus service due to state budget cuts. Weekday routes will continue 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Arbor Day Foundation featured on NBC's Christmas in Rockefeller Center

Foundation pledges to plant 10 million trees in states impacted by hurricanes