Plan for Valentine’s Mill Pond dam starts with fish hatchery water

Officials are taking a small first step toward deciding the future of the Mill Pond Dam in Valentine, a high-hazard dam clogged with sediment that has been the subject of debate for several years.

November 11, 2026Updated: November 11, 2026
Casey WonnenbergBy Casey Wonnenberg

Regional

New apartment complex approved for Kearney

Re-zoning proposals were held for an apartment complex, converting a three acre parcel to commercial use, and a liquor license approval were some of the topics discussed.

Grand Island community comes together to honor veterans ahead of Veterans Day

Grand Island community comes together to honor veterans ahead of Veterans Day

Axtell man sentenced in drunk-driving crash that killed three in Phelps County

Axtell man sentenced in drunk-driving crash that killed three in Phelps County

Alpha Xi Delta sorority to close UNK chapter after membership declines

Alpha Xi Delta sorority to close UNK chapter after membership declines

Ordinance Restricting Alcohol-Related Operating Hours Fails Hastings City Council

Ordinance Restricting Alcohol-Related Operating Hours Fails Hastings City Council

Downtown Kearney businesses extend Thursday hours for holiday shopping

Downtown Kearney businesses extend Thursday hours for holiday shopping