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Dirty Lil’ Swigs Soda Shop has successful opening
Dirty Lil’ Swigs Soda Shop has successful opening

Friday was the opening day of Kimball’s own soda shop inside The Sugar Shack.

Becoming new United States Citizens, at a National Park

Becoming new United States Citizens, at a National Park

Ceremony held outside the Education Center of the Homestead National Historical Park

The Kearney Archway is celebrating 25 years

The Kearney Archway is celebrating 25 years

The Kearney Archway has reached its silver anniversary and will be celebrating on Saturday.

Norfolk protests erupt in response to immigration raids

Norfolk protests erupt in response to immigration raids

In the wake of sweeping immigration raids, a wave of protests has spread across the nation, reaching even the heartland of Nebraska.

Kimball officer receives state, national recognition

Kimball officer receives state, national recognition

Officer Logan Luft received both state and national recognition as the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Officer of the Year.

A nationwide protest will come to 12 Nebraska communities on Saturday

A nationwide protest will come to 12 Nebraska communities on Saturday

Saturday is an event filled day for the United States with protests, birthdays, anniversaries, and more.

Jefferson County Commissioner Mark Schoenrock announces campaign for Nebraska Senate

Jefferson County Commissioner Mark Schoenrock announces campaign for Nebraska Senate

Jefferson County Commissioner Mark Schoenrock formally announced his candidacy for term-limited Senator Tom Brandt's District 32 seat in the Nebraska Legislature.

The Best of Taste of Downtown begins Saturday morning

The Best of Taste of Downtown begins Saturday morning

The annual Taste of Downtown on the Bricks in Kearney will be pouring up drinks and serving treats this Saturday.

Trooper’s Patrol Vehicle Struck While Directing Traffic on I-80

Trooper’s Patrol Vehicle Struck While Directing Traffic on I-80

A Nebraska State Trooper narrowly escaped injury after his patrol vehicle was struck on I-80 overnight in western Nebraska.

Former Border Patrol agent David Huebner challenges Nebraska U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith

Former Border Patrol agent David Huebner challenges Nebraska U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith

A former U.S. Border Patrol agent has decided to run for Congress in Nebraska’s largely rural, sprawling 3rd Congressional District.

Chicago homicide suspect behind bars after a run across Nebraska, authorities say

Chicago homicide suspect behind bars after a run across Nebraska, authorities say

An Illinois man driving a semi across Nebraska arrested for suspected connection with a Chicago murder.

Biking Across Kansas builds community through annual cross-state trek

Biking Across Kansas builds community through annual cross-state trek

Starting last Saturday near the Colorado border, and ending this Saturday on the Missouri state line, a group of more than 500 cyclists will have traveled more than 500 miles together in the 2025 installment of Biking Across Kansas.

U.S. District Attorney reveals more about ICE raid, hasn’t issued formal charges yet

U.S. District Attorney reveals more about ICE raid, hasn’t issued formal charges yet

The U.S. District Attorney for Nebraska is providing more insight into the origin of Tuesday’s immigration raid in Omaha.

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. 

Photos: Work is underway to upgrade Kimball's Waste Water Treatment Plant

Photos: Work is underway to upgrade Kimball's Waste Water Treatment Plant

Work is ramping up at Kimball's Waste Water Treatment Plant. News Channel Nebraska was invited to tour the facility northeast of Kimball.

Norfolk Fire Division receives national award for heart and stroke care

Norfolk Fire Division receives national award for heart and stroke care

The City of Norfolk Fire Division is being recognized for its excellence in heart attack and stroke care.

Valentine After School Club to shut down for 2025-26 school year

Valentine After School Club to shut down for 2025-26 school year

Parents in the Valentine area will have one less place to take their kids after school in the 2025-26 school year.

Ogallala extends fireworks ban through July 4 due to fire concerns

Ogallala extends fireworks ban through July 4 due to fire concerns

No fireworks in Ogallala this Fourth of July.

WNCC celebrates 93rd Commencement Ceremony

WNCC celebrates 93rd Commencement Ceremony

Western Nebraska Community College celebrated its 93rd commencement ceremony in May, with 273 students earning 316 degrees, certificates, or diplomas.

An Omaha food plant owner says he followed the rules for hiring immigrants. It was raided anyway.

An Omaha food plant owner says he followed the rules for hiring immigrants. It was raided anyway.

The owner of an Omaha food packaging company says his business has been unfairly hamstrung by Tuesday's raid carried out by federal immigration officials.

Sidney City Council debates regulating downtown parking

Sidney City Council debates regulating downtown parking

The Sidney City Council discussed how to regulate downtown parking during Tuesday's meeting. Part of the issue is the increasing number of second floor living units.

Great American Comedy Festival returns to Norfolk, celebrating Johnny Carson's legacy

Great American Comedy Festival returns to Norfolk, celebrating Johnny Carson's legacy

The Great American Comedy Festival is returning to Norfolk, Nebraska, to celebrate Johnny Carson's legacy with a weekend packed with comedy and magic. The festival, starting on June 12.

ICE shares 9 minutes of video from Omaha raid, says one person assaulted officers

ICE shares 9 minutes of video from Omaha raid, says one person assaulted officers

Immigrations and Customs Enforcement is sharing more about Tuesday’s raid of an Omaha meat packing company that led to dozens of detainments and a major protest in the city.

Omaha mayor, Nebraska governor offer starkly different takes on ICE raid

Omaha mayor, Nebraska governor offer starkly different takes on ICE raid

Omaha’s mayor is voicing his disapproval of Tuesday’s immigration raid that led to dozens of people being detained.

Kimball Health Services staff completes Rural Trauma Course

Kimball Health Services staff completes Rural Trauma Course

The staff at Kimball Health Services hosted a development course to further their knowledge and strengthen their emergency response and teamwork in rural settings.

Man in custody, another in critical condition after stabbing in Lincoln business complex

Man in custody, another in critical condition after stabbing in Lincoln business complex

One man is in custody and another is in critical condition after a stabbing inside a business complex in southeast Lincoln on Tuesday, according to police.

Fairbury Cemetery to receive 50 new trees through State Arboretum Grant

Fairbury Cemetery to receive 50 new trees through State Arboretum Grant

FAIRBURY, Neb — The Fairbury Cemetery will soon see a major boost to its tree canopy, thanks to a grant from the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum. The city was selected as one of 13 communities moving forward with new tree-planting projects in the secon

Two Sidney schools recognized for emergency preparedness

Two Sidney schools recognized for emergency preparedness

Two schools within the Sidney Public School district received the Heart Safe Designation, Partners with Children's Nebraska for Project ADAM Preparedness.

Omaha comedian's unique path to comedy fame leads him to Norfolk

Omaha comedian's unique path to comedy fame leads him to Norfolk

Cameron Logsdon is among the comics coming to Norfolk for the Great American Comedy Festival

Sidney journalist Mike Motz remembered for passion, humor and heart

Sidney journalist Mike Motz remembered for passion, humor and heart

Sidney Sun-Telegraph sports writer and news reporter Mike Motz died Tuesday. He began his time with the Sidney Sun-Telegraph in December 2017 as a sports reporter.

Kimball woman pleads guilty to theft charge

Kimball woman pleads guilty to theft charge

A 49-year-old Kimball woman pled guilty to a theft charge and is awaiting sentencing.

Columbus voters approve sales tax extension for economic development

Columbus voters approve sales tax extension for economic development

COLUMBUS, Neb. Columbus voters have approved an extension of the city's sales tax and authorized a portion of the revenue for economic development projects.

Large crowds gather in Omaha to protest ICE

Large crowds gather in Omaha to protest ICE

Hundreds of people are responding to an ICE raid in Omaha with a protest.

Jefferson County braces for annual budget review process

Jefferson County braces for annual budget review process

How do counties keep citizens satisfied and local services intact even in the face of consistently rising costs? That's the question Jefferson County will try to answer as it begins its annual budget review process.

APACE and Region V Systems execs deliver updates in Jefferson County

APACE and Region V Systems execs deliver updates in Jefferson County

Officials from Region V Systems and APACE stopped in to Jefferson County to showcase how their regional orgs provide local services to people working through mental health concerns or developmental disabilities.

The annual Landon Bos memorial event is making strides in biking safety awareness after the 7-year-old's fatal scooter accident

The annual Landon Bos memorial event is making strides in biking safety awareness after the 7-year-old's fatal scooter accident

NORFOLK, Neb. — Each year, a community gathers to remember 7-year-old Landon Bos, tragically killed while scootering, at a memorial event that champions biking safety. For the annual Landon Bos Bicycle Rodeo, children ages 0 through 12 participate i

Lucky escape, no injuries in Northeast Nebraska collision

Lucky escape, no injuries in Northeast Nebraska collision

WINSIDE, Neb. — A two-vehicle collision drew Winside Fire & Rescue and Wayne County Sheriff's deputies to the scene around 4:10 p.m. June 10. Both vehicles sustained significant damage. The truck ended up in a ditch with its driver-side tire complet

Grocery store round-up program helps award eight additional scholarships in Cherry County

Grocery store round-up program helps award eight additional scholarships in Cherry County

A simple act of generosity at the checkout line is making a big difference for students in Cherry County.

ICE detains Omaha plant workers, Rep. Bacon says warrant was for stolen identities

ICE detains Omaha plant workers, Rep. Bacon says warrant was for stolen identities

Many in Omaha are in shock on Tuesday after Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents raided multiple businesses.

Rapid City man sentenced for killing man on Pine Ridge Reservation

Rapid City man sentenced for killing man on Pine Ridge Reservation

A 32-year-old Rapid City man has been sentenced to just over ten years in federal prison after killing a man on the Pine Ridge Reservation.

Revive Inc. now offering inpatient substance abuse rehab services at new facility

Revive Inc. now offering inpatient substance abuse rehab services at new facility

Revive Inc. in Hastings is coming up on five months since the opening of its unique substance abuse treatment facility, which is now offering inpatient rehab services for the first time.

Economic developer returns home with growth mission

Economic developer returns home with growth mission

Walker embraces roles for workforce development

Authorities await toxicology results in Mattea Scheuerman death investigation

Authorities await toxicology results in Mattea Scheuerman death investigation

Authorities are still investigating the death of Mattea Scheuerman in Sidney. Toxicology results and leads are pending. A fundraiser to support her family is set for June 11.

Police say ICE raid happening in Omaha

Police say ICE raid happening in Omaha

Omaha Police have confirmed there are active ICE raids happening Tuesday.

Watch Cherry County Commission meetings from home as commissioners vote to video meetings

Watch Cherry County Commission meetings from home as commissioners vote to video meetings

You’ll soon be able to watch Cherry County Board of Commissioners meetings from the comfort of your home.

Chappell USA Day scheduled for June 14

Chappell USA Day scheduled for June 14

CHAPPELL -- The Chappell community is celebrating Chappell USA Day this Saturday, June 14. The day starts with the Lions Club Kids Fishing Derby 8 a.m. to noon. Prizes and lunch will be provided. Goat Roping registration starts at 1 p.m. at the Deuel Coun

From Mexican cartel to South Dakota: Rapid City man sentenced for leading meth conspiracy

From Mexican cartel to South Dakota: Rapid City man sentenced for leading meth conspiracy

A Rapid City man was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for leading a large-scale methamphetamine trafficking operation connected to a Mexican drug cartel

News Channel Nebraska to televise the Nebraska high school rodeo state finals

News Channel Nebraska to televise the Nebraska high school rodeo state finals

VALENTINE, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska will showcase the state's top cowboys and cowgirls on the biggest stage.

NCN is televising the Nebraska High School Rodeo Association (NeHSRA) state finals live from Valentine on Saturday, June 14.

Kimball Health Services awards May Employee of the Month

Kimball Health Services awards May Employee of the Month

Ken Boston received the Kimball Health Services Employee of the Month for May.

Norfolk's car show, a showcase of chrome and community support

Norfolk's car show, a showcase of chrome and community support

A car show in downtown Norfolk, featuring classic hot rods and muscle cars, drew large crowds and raised $6,000 for local families facing medical issues.

Kimball Trap Team competes at State

Kimball Trap Team competes at State

The Kimball Trap Team competed at State June 7, taking home awards and barely missing out on a state title. 

Norfolk's downtown crosswalk gets a musical makeover

Norfolk's downtown crosswalk gets a musical makeover

NORFOLK, Neb. -- Downtown Norfolk is bursting with color as the River Point Creative District unveils its first crosswalk mural, a year-long collaboration with the city, celebrated by the board and volunteers on Sunday. The topic is music, and the reason

Scottsbluff Public Schools awarded $155,000 in grant funds to support preschool expansion

Scottsbluff Public Schools awarded $155,000 in grant funds to support preschool expansion

The Nebraska Department of Education awarded a grant to Scottsbluff Public Schools totaling $155,000 for Early Childhood Expansion. The Early Childhood Learning Center is located at the Scottsbluff Public Schools Education Center.

Pender Community Hospital affiliates with Bryan Health to enhance local healthcare

Pender Community Hospital affiliates with Bryan Health to enhance local healthcare

Pender Community Hospital is affiliating with Bryan Health to boost local healthcare with more resources and support, ensuring continued high-quality care for northeast Nebraska

Rain doesn't dampen the spirit at the 2025 Cattlemen's Ball near Blue Springs

Rain doesn't dampen the spirit at the 2025 Cattlemen's Ball near Blue Springs

Thanks to some fast footwork by organizers after an early morning downpour, volunteers quickly covered muddy paths and gathering areas with wood chips, allowing most festivities to go on as planned.

Valentine Police investigating burglary involving stolen firearms

Valentine Police investigating burglary involving stolen firearms

Authorities in Valentine are asking for the public’s help in solving a recent burglary that involved stolen firearms.

Train hits, kills man in Wood River

Train hits, kills man in Wood River

Authorities are investigating the death of a man who was struck and killed by a train on Sunday morning in Central Nebraska. 

Registration open for cars, motorcycles at 2025 Potter Carbowl

Registration open for cars, motorcycles at 2025 Potter Carbowl

Vehicle enthusiasts are invited to register now for the 2025 Potter Carbowl, a two-day summer event set for June 27–28 in Potter, Nebraska.

Miss Old West Balloon Fest wins Miss Nebraska crown

Miss Old West Balloon Fest wins Miss Nebraska crown

The winners of the 2025 Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska Teen have been announced.

Nebraska authorities warn of widespread DMV scam targeting residents

Nebraska authorities warn of widespread DMV scam targeting residents

Residents being targeted by fake DMV text messages about unpaid traffic fines.

Salmonella outbreak tied to eggs sickens dozens across 7 states

Salmonella outbreak tied to eggs sickens dozens across 7 states

Federal health officials say a salmonella outbreak linked to a large egg recall has made dozens of people sick in seven states in the West and Midwest.

24th Cruisin' Night brings out varied ages and vehicles

24th Cruisin' Night brings out varied ages and vehicles

Illinois Street in Sidney Friday was reminiscent of past generations when young people gathered, cars were loud and the music was loud. The 24th Sidney Cruisin' Night didn't disappoint.

Sen. Brandt, NACO Director Cannon discuss property tax, inheritance tax, other items in end-of-session review in Jefferson County

Sen. Brandt, NACO Director Cannon discuss property tax, inheritance tax, other items in end-of-session review in Jefferson County

In a wide-ranging review of this legislative session, State Senator Tom Brandt and NACO executive director Jon Cannon discussed property tax, inheritance tax, school consolidations, and many other topics: read our roundup for all the insight.

Rep. Flood introduces bill to address National Weather Service staffing shortage

Rep. Flood introduces bill to address National Weather Service staffing shortage

Rep. Mike Flood introduced the Weather Workforce Improvement Act to address the National Weather Service's staffing shortage by granting temporary direct hiring authority for public safety positions.

Setup underway for 21st Christian Cross Festival

Setup underway for 21st Christian Cross Festival

The Christian Cross Festival is setting up the stage Friday in preparation for Saturdays big event.