View My Content Archive For August 2009
Sidney Man Faces 10 Years In Prison
September 1st, 2009
County Attorney Paul Schaub said the maximum penalty for the possession charge, a Class IV felony is five years in prison. The maximum penalty for the accessory charge, a Class IIIA felony, also is fi...
Gamers Battle In Madden Tourney
September 1st, 2009
Tracy said another tournament is being tentatively planned for the end of the year. Guitar Hero or Rock Band will be the tourney game....
(Sat) Our Opinion: Children Taken After Call For Help
September 1st, 2009
It’s nice to know there are watchdogs for child abuse. It’s sickening that child abuse still happens in this day and age, but sometimes the watchdogs go too far. This is one of those times...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Child Car Seats - More Than Meets The Eye
September 1st, 2009
We’ve come a long way since the days of simply buckling kids up in the back seat with a lap belt. Now we have transforming car seats with cupholders. Stick that in your spaceship, Kirk....
(Thur) Wayne's World: Cows Make The Ultimate Sacrifice
September 1st, 2009
Already thinking ahead ... “Three grills worked perfect, but if we have a full turnout next year we may need four grills. Sorry cows.”...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: The What Ifs
September 1st, 2009
The worst possible case scenario is that if every bad thing that I can think of does happen, at least I’ll have plenty to write about. Ain’t nothing like job security. ...
(Sat) Plugged In: Police Software Upgrade Smart Move By Council
September 1st, 2009
Well, that’s it for this week, my tech-loving friends. Let the frolicking begin anew!...
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Tragic Stories Bring Forth Many Emotions
September 1st, 2009
That’s my hope....
PUBLIC NOTICES August 28, 2009
September 1st, 2009
The Board of Education of District #9, Potter, Nebraska will meet in regular session on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, at 7:30pm, in the library at the Potter Site. It will be preceded by the Budget He...
Garden Co. Eagles Soar Over Potter-Dix Coyotes
September 1st, 2009
The following week, Sept. 11, they take on the Caliche High Buffalos at home....
Arrests Made For Alleged 2004 Sex Crime
August 29th, 2009
The duo remained in the custody of the Cheyenne County Jail on Friday morning. Crystal’s bond was set at 10 percent of $50,000 and Joshua’s was set at 10 percent of $500,000....
Potter Days Celebrates 78 Years
August 29th, 2009
A 4-person scramble golf tournament is scheduled for Sept. 6. at 9 a.m. Call Dennis Slama for more information on the golf tourney at 308-879-4461....
Mary Angela Moe
August 29th, 2009
The family would like to acknowledge Gina Behr of Homewatch Caregivers and the doctors and nurses at Aurora and Aurora Hospice who provided tender loving care for which they are most grateful....
(Sat) Our Opinion: Children Taken After Call For Help
August 29th, 2009
It’s nice to know there are watchdogs for child abuse. It’s sickening that child abuse still happens in this day and age, but sometimes the watchdogs go too far. This is one of those times...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Child Car Seats - More Than Meets The Eye
August 29th, 2009
We’ve come a long way since the days of simply buckling kids up in the back seat with a lap belt. Now we have transforming car seats with cupholders. Stick that in your spaceship, Kirk....
(Thur) Wayne's World: Cows Make The Ultimate Sacrifice
August 29th, 2009
Already thinking ahead ... “Three grills worked perfect, but if we have a full turnout next year we may need four grills. Sorry cows.”...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: The What Ifs
August 29th, 2009
The worst possible case scenario is that if every bad thing that I can think of does happen, at least I’ll have plenty to write about. Ain’t nothing like job security. ...
(Sat) Plugged In: Police Software Upgrade Smart Move By Council
August 29th, 2009
Well, that’s it for this week, my tech-loving friends. Let the frolicking begin anew!...
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Tragic Stories Bring Forth Many Emotions
August 29th, 2009
That’s my hope....
PUBLIC NOTICES August 25, 2009
August 29th, 2009
Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. 1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to...
PUBLIC NOTICES August 28, 2009
August 29th, 2009
The Board of Education of District #9, Potter, Nebraska will meet in regular session on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, at 7:30pm, in the library at the Potter Site. It will be preceded by the Budget He...
Creek Valley Opens Golf Season
August 29th, 2009
Other schools participating were Kimball, Garden County, Hershey, Scottsbluff JV and Gordon/Rushville....
Occupation Tax A Property Tax Salvation?
August 28th, 2009
In CNN’s report, states with higher tax burdens included Vermont, Maine, New York, Rhode Island and Ohio. Of the midwestern states in the nation, Nebraska ranked No. 1 in highest taxes....
Scrap ’Em: Keep Sidney Beautiful Collecting Tires Again
August 28th, 2009
Landfill hours are from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday....
David Charles Johnson
August 28th, 2009
Online condolences may be sent to www.andersonpoindexter.com...
(Wed) Our Opinion: The Gift That Keeps On Giving
August 28th, 2009
Our community is only as good as the people who live here. Let’s leave a legacy for our children to continue, one that is about giving back more than you receive....
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Child Car Seats - More Than Meets The Eye
August 28th, 2009
We’ve come a long way since the days of simply buckling kids up in the back seat with a lap belt. Now we have transforming car seats with cupholders. Stick that in your spaceship, Kirk....
(Thur) Wayne's World: Cows Make The Ultimate Sacrifice
August 28th, 2009
Already thinking ahead ... “Three grills worked perfect, but if we have a full turnout next year we may need four grills. Sorry cows.”...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: The What Ifs
August 28th, 2009
The worst possible case scenario is that if every bad thing that I can think of does happen, at least I’ll have plenty to write about. Ain’t nothing like job security. ...
(Sat) Plugged In: DNA Used For Microprocessors Under 22nm
August 28th, 2009
It’s an impressive resume for a company founded in 1889. I know it sounds surprising to read that this world-leading computer company was founded before the turn of the 20th century, but youR...
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Questions For Magic 8-Ball
August 28th, 2009
My guess is the answer we’ll get on all these questions is, “Cannot predict now,” and “Ask again later.”...
PUBLIC NOTICES August 25, 2009
August 28th, 2009
Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. 1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to...
PUBLIC NOTICES August 28, 2009
August 28th, 2009
The Board of Education of District #9, Potter, Nebraska will meet in regular session on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, at 7:30pm, in the library at the Potter Site. It will be preceded by the Budget He...
Orton Braces For Bears’ Visit To Denver
August 28th, 2009
“I don’t think touchdown passes necessarily equals wins.”...
West Nile Risk High
August 27th, 2009
If citizens see a dead bird they should avoid bare-handed contact. Use gloves or an inverted plastic bag to place the bird carcass in a garbage bag and report it to PPHD at 866-701-7173. ...
(Wed) Our Opinion: The Gift That Keeps On Giving
August 27th, 2009
Our community is only as good as the people who live here. Let’s leave a legacy for our children to continue, one that is about giving back more than you receive....
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Child Car Seats - More Than Meets The Eye
August 27th, 2009
We’ve come a long way since the days of simply buckling kids up in the back seat with a lap belt. Now we have transforming car seats with cupholders. Stick that in your spaceship, Kirk....
(Thur) Wayne's World: Cows Make The Ultimate Sacrifice
August 27th, 2009
Already thinking ahead ... “Three grills worked perfect, but if we have a full turnout next year we may need four grills. Sorry cows.”...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: He’s Competing With Martha
August 27th, 2009
Watch out Martha, you have competition. ...
(Sat) Plugged In: DNA Used For Microprocessors Under 22nm
August 27th, 2009
It’s an impressive resume for a company founded in 1889. I know it sounds surprising to read that this world-leading computer company was founded before the turn of the 20th century, but youR...
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Questions For Magic 8-Ball
August 27th, 2009
My guess is the answer we’ll get on all these questions is, “Cannot predict now,” and “Ask again later.”...
PUBLIC NOTICES August 25, 2009
August 27th, 2009
Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. 1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to...
Potter-Dix Grad Makes UNL Cheer Squad
August 27th, 2009
Heather graduated from Potter-Dix High School in 2007 and is a junior at UNL majoring in family science and pre-radiation sciences. She is the daughter of Gary and Pam Haack of Dix....
Second Of Three Pleads Guilty In District Court
August 26th, 2009
Sentencing for Detzer was scheduled for Nov. 12 at 4:30 p.m....
Tourism In The Panhandle
August 26th, 2009
Tourism is the state’s third largest revenue generator behind agriculture and manufacturing....
Dwight William (Bill) Simmons
August 26th, 2009
A private memorial service in celebration of his life will be at a later date in California....
(Wed) Our Opinion: The Gift That Keeps On Giving
August 26th, 2009
Our community is only as good as the people who live here. Let’s leave a legacy for our children to continue, one that is about giving back more than you receive....
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Child Car Seats - More Than Meets The Eye
August 26th, 2009
We’ve come a long way since the days of simply buckling kids up in the back seat with a lap belt. Now we have transforming car seats with cupholders. Stick that in your spaceship, Kirk....
(Thur) Wayne's World: Uh-Oh, No Videos
August 26th, 2009
After a hard week at work, staring at this LCD screen, I need that bit of human interaction before I take my movie home to stare at yet another LCD screen. ...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: He’s Competing With Martha
August 26th, 2009
Watch out Martha, you have competition. ...
(Sat) Plugged In: DNA Used For Microprocessors Under 22nm
August 26th, 2009
It’s an impressive resume for a company founded in 1889. I know it sounds surprising to read that this world-leading computer company was founded before the turn of the 20th century, but youR...
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Questions For Magic 8-Ball
August 26th, 2009
My guess is the answer we’ll get on all these questions is, “Cannot predict now,” and “Ask again later.”...
PUBLIC NOTICES August 25, 2009
August 26th, 2009
Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. 1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to...
Motocrossers Invade Sunol This Weekend
August 26th, 2009
More information is available online at http://sidneycycle.org/....
Preliminary Budget Shows Department Cuts
August 25th, 2009
The city council meeting will take place at 7:15 p.m. tonight in city hall. A televised broadcast of the meeting can be watched on cable Channel 13....
What’s Going On At The Library?
August 25th, 2009
For more information on what’s happening at the library call 308-254-3110....
(Sat) Our Opinion: Get In On Council Discussion
August 25th, 2009
One of the best ways to make sure your elected city officials do what you want them to do is to get into those city council meetings and discuss the issues with them. Let them, and the public, know th...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Reality Hell - Cartoon Network Following M...
August 25th, 2009
Well, I say give me cartoons, or give me sports. After all, there must be some televised escape from reality hell that you can watch before Conan O’Brien tucks you in....
(Thur) Wayne's World: Uh-Oh, No Videos
August 25th, 2009
After a hard week at work, staring at this LCD screen, I need that bit of human interaction before I take my movie home to stare at yet another LCD screen. ...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: He’s Competing With Martha
August 25th, 2009
Watch out Martha, you have competition. ...
(Sat) Plugged In: DNA Used For Microprocessors Under 22nm
August 25th, 2009
It’s an impressive resume for a company founded in 1889. I know it sounds surprising to read that this world-leading computer company was founded before the turn of the 20th century, but youR...
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Questions For Magic 8-Ball
August 25th, 2009
My guess is the answer we’ll get on all these questions is, “Cannot predict now,” and “Ask again later.”...
PUBLIC NOTICES August 25, 2009
August 25th, 2009
Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. 1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to...
Red Raiders Unleash Hits In Scrimmage
August 25th, 2009
Sidney hosts Wheatland on Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. to open its home schedule....
Warm Weekend Ahead With Above-Normal Temps
August 22nd, 2009
Tuesday will be a little cooler with a slight chance of thunderstorms....
Disc Golf Tourney To Help Future Animal Shelter
August 22nd, 2009
For more information on the tourney, contact Ashley Boothe at 501-680-2188....
(Sat) Our Opinion: Get In On Council Discussion
August 22nd, 2009
One of the best ways to make sure your elected city officials do what you want them to do is to get into those city council meetings and discuss the issues with them. Let them, and the public, know th...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Reality Hell - Cartoon Network Following M...
August 22nd, 2009
Well, I say give me cartoons, or give me sports. After all, there must be some televised escape from reality hell that you can watch before Conan O’Brien tucks you in....
(Thur) Wayne's World: Uh-Oh, No Videos
August 22nd, 2009
After a hard week at work, staring at this LCD screen, I need that bit of human interaction before I take my movie home to stare at yet another LCD screen. ...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: He’s Competing With Martha
August 22nd, 2009
Watch out Martha, you have competition. ...
(Sat) Plugged In: DNA Used For Microprocessors Under 22nm
August 22nd, 2009
It’s an impressive resume for a company founded in 1889. I know it sounds surprising to read that this world-leading computer company was founded before the turn of the 20th century, but youR...
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Questions For Magic 8-Ball
August 22nd, 2009
My guess is the answer we’ll get on all these questions is, “Cannot predict now,” and “Ask again later.”...
SCA Supercoss Races Today In Bridgeport
August 22nd, 2009
For more information visit http://www.tristatedirtriders.com or http://sidneycycle.org....
Night Of Hope Raises $34K
August 21st, 2009
Noel said anyone who is interested in helping out on the committee for next year or would just like to offer their assistance wherever needed can contact her at 308-254-7308. ...
Officials Flooded With Calls, e-Mails
August 21st, 2009
Mayor David Weiderspon and City Manager Gary Person have jointly issued a statement about the situation, which can be read in its entirety on Page 4 of our printed and e-editions....
Cadan Jacob Kraupie
August 21st, 2009
Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service is in charge of Cadan’s care and funeral arrangements....
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Reality Hell - Cartoon Network Following M...
August 21st, 2009
Well, I say give me cartoons, or give me sports. After all, there must be some televised escape from reality hell that you can watch before Conan O’Brien tucks you in....
(Thur) Wayne's World: Uh-Oh, No Videos
August 21st, 2009
After a hard week at work, staring at this LCD screen, I need that bit of human interaction before I take my movie home to stare at yet another LCD screen. ...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: He’s Competing With Martha
August 21st, 2009
Watch out Martha, you have competition. ...
(Sat) Plugged In: Personalized Health Care - Down To The DNA
August 21st, 2009
You live only once, and you want that life to be all it can be. This is just another weapon in our arsenal of living the best life we possibly can, without fear of disease and illness....
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
August 21st, 2009
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” Come on parents, join in!...
Youth Volleyball Starts Soon
August 21st, 2009
For more information, contact Scott at 308-254-7000....
Property Taxes May Skyrocket 27 Percent
August 20th, 2009
The matter will be further discussed at the Aug. 25 city council meeting....
Panhandle Receives More Than $1M In State Funding
August 20th, 2009
The City of Gering will use $275,600 to demolish up to 17 blighted structures and Western Nebraska Housing Opportunities will use the additional $988,000 to demolish up to 27 blighted struct...
Muriel Jurgens
August 20th, 2009
Holechek Funeral Home and Cremations in Sidney is serving the Jurgens family....
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Reality Hell - Cartoon Network Following M...
August 20th, 2009
Well, I say give me cartoons, or give me sports. After all, there must be some televised escape from reality hell that you can watch before Conan O’Brien tucks you in....
(Thur) Wayne's World: Uh-Oh, No Videos
August 20th, 2009
After a hard week at work, staring at this LCD screen, I need that bit of human interaction before I take my movie home to stare at yet another LCD screen. ...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: School Time
August 20th, 2009
Although I am ready for a change of pace (and I know my children are too) I still am not looking forward to that first day of school. It means they are growing up and I don’t like that one bit....
(Sat) Plugged In: Personalized Health Care - Down To The DNA
August 20th, 2009
You live only once, and you want that life to be all it can be. This is just another weapon in our arsenal of living the best life we possibly can, without fear of disease and illness....
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
August 20th, 2009
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” Come on parents, join in!...
Sidney Team Wins Softball Tourney
August 20th, 2009
“We had a couple rough moments - like when our second baseman took a shot that broke her nose - but we regrouped and pressed on,” said team organizer Deb Wieser. “We took a...
State Patrol Honors Group For Funding
August 19th, 2009
Donations to the Nebraska State Patrol Police Service Dog Division are handled by the Nebraska State Patrol Foundation, a non-profit organization formed to support the Agency....
Dixie L. Chatfield
August 19th, 2009
Memorials may be designated to the First United Methodist Church Sunday School program or Good Samaritan Society-Sherman County, and may be left at or mailed to Koons Funeral Home, 211 N. Main, Goodla...
Our Fair - A++ In My Book
August 19th, 2009
We are aready looking forward to the 124th Cheyenne County Fair & Rodeo next year. We’ll see you all there!...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Reality Hell - Cartoon Network Following M...
August 19th, 2009
Well, I say give me cartoons, or give me sports. After all, there must be some televised escape from reality hell that you can watch before Conan O’Brien tucks you in....
(Thur) Wayne's World: I Am Wired Right Now
August 19th, 2009
Although I am sure my son is tired of listening to me repeatedly ask him, “Are the lights on now?”, I will still need his help as I lay under the camper trying to make heads or tails of th...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: School Time
August 19th, 2009
Although I am ready for a change of pace (and I know my children are too) I still am not looking forward to that first day of school. It means they are growing up and I don’t like that one bit....
(Sat) Plugged In: Personalized Health Care - Down To The DNA
August 19th, 2009
You live only once, and you want that life to be all it can be. This is just another weapon in our arsenal of living the best life we possibly can, without fear of disease and illness....
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
August 19th, 2009
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” Come on parents, join in!...
SHS Scrimmage, Bash Slated For Friday
August 19th, 2009
Bringing a side dish to the Booster Bash is appreciated and will help feed the football team after the scrimmage....
Garage Burns Over Weekend
August 18th, 2009
Stone said that this year the fire department hasn’t been called out to many fires. Usually there would be a number of grass fires, but near-daily storms have kept the fire hazard low. Stone is...
One For The History Books: SHS Celebrates Grand Opening
August 18th, 2009
Sidney High School will open tomorrow....
(Sat) Our Opinion: U.S.P.S. Should Keep Service
August 18th, 2009
If they can do that, we’ll be sure to send them a handwritten “Thank-You” note. It’s the least we can do....
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Time: To Travel Or Not To Travel
August 18th, 2009
I guess that means we have to make do with what we have, and live every second for what it is - no matter how fleeting it may be....
(Thur) Wayne's World: I Am Wired Right Now
August 18th, 2009
Although I am sure my son is tired of listening to me repeatedly ask him, “Are the lights on now?”, I will still need his help as I lay under the camper trying to make heads or tails of th...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: School Time
August 18th, 2009
Although I am ready for a change of pace (and I know my children are too) I still am not looking forward to that first day of school. It means they are growing up and I don’t like that one bit....
(Sat) Plugged In: Personalized Health Care - Down To The DNA
August 18th, 2009
You live only once, and you want that life to be all it can be. This is just another weapon in our arsenal of living the best life we possibly can, without fear of disease and illness....
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
August 18th, 2009
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” Come on parents, join in!...
Cheer Team To Host Camp, Golf Tourney
August 18th, 2009
For more information about either event, contact Donna Fort at 308-254-2321....
Sidney Hosts State Chamber Executives Conference
August 15th, 2009
It has been serving Nebraska businesses for 96 years....
Lowry Lindell
August 15th, 2009
Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service is in charge of Lowry’s care and funeral arrangements....
Whitey Hrbek
August 15th, 2009
You may can view the online obituary and share condolences with the family at www.holechekfuneralhomes.com....
(Sat) Our Opinion: U.S.P.S. Should Keep Service
August 15th, 2009
If they can do that, we’ll be sure to send them a handwritten “Thank-You” note. It’s the least we can do....
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Time: To Travel Or Not To Travel
August 15th, 2009
I guess that means we have to make do with what we have, and live every second for what it is - no matter how fleeting it may be....
(Thur) Wayne's World: I Am Wired Right Now
August 15th, 2009
Although I am sure my son is tired of listening to me repeatedly ask him, “Are the lights on now?”, I will still need his help as I lay under the camper trying to make heads or tails of th...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: School Time
August 15th, 2009
Although I am ready for a change of pace (and I know my children are too) I still am not looking forward to that first day of school. It means they are growing up and I don’t like that one bit....
(Sat) Plugged In: Personalized Health Care - Down To The DNA
August 15th, 2009
You live only once, and you want that life to be all it can be. This is just another weapon in our arsenal of living the best life we possibly can, without fear of disease and illness....
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
August 15th, 2009
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” Come on parents, join in!...
Sidney Soccer League Completes First Summer Season
August 15th, 2009
“It’s something I did in high school and I love it,” he said. “It’s something I can see being a part of until I can’t do it any more.”...
Father Guilty Of Son’s Death
August 14th, 2009
Erickson will be sentenced in a Kimball courtroom on Oct. 21. He faces 20 years to life in prison....
Anne Anderson
August 14th, 2009
Holechek Funeral Home and Cremations in Sidney is serving the Anderson family....
(Sat) Our Opinion: SHS Past, Present, Future
August 14th, 2009
A message for the future: It’s been 50 years since these words were written, since that old press of ours rolled this newspaper into existence. We hope the high school continues to stand tall an...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Time: To Travel Or Not To Travel
August 14th, 2009
I guess that means we have to make do with what we have, and live every second for what it is - no matter how fleeting it may be....
(Thur) Wayne's World: I Am Wired Right Now
August 14th, 2009
Although I am sure my son is tired of listening to me repeatedly ask him, “Are the lights on now?”, I will still need his help as I lay under the camper trying to make heads or tails of th...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: School Time
August 14th, 2009
Although I am ready for a change of pace (and I know my children are too) I still am not looking forward to that first day of school. It means they are growing up and I don’t like that one bit....
(Sat) Plugged In: Evolutionary Jolts Keep On Coming
August 14th, 2009
So I smile as I look to the future and watch our inventions roll off the assembly lines. Here’s to the next great step, humanity. May it be a good one....
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Shooting Sprees Are Happening Too Often
August 14th, 2009
Rather than the alternative, “I just didn’t want to get involved.”...
Huskers VB Coach Planning For Postseason
August 14th, 2009
“Opponents are going to feel stress playing us because of our speed and quickness,” he said. “People are flying all over this gym. We need to make this gym bigger because they can ge...
Biking For The Homeless
August 13th, 2009
The story of Snell’s journey is scheduled to appear in Nebraska Life Magazine sometime next summer....
(Sat) Our Opinion: SHS Past, Present, Future
August 13th, 2009
A message for the future: It’s been 50 years since these words were written, since that old press of ours rolled this newspaper into existence. We hope the high school continues to stand tall an...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Time: To Travel Or Not To Travel
August 13th, 2009
I guess that means we have to make do with what we have, and live every second for what it is - no matter how fleeting it may be....
(Thur) Wayne's World: I Am Wired Right Now
August 13th, 2009
Although I am sure my son is tired of listening to me repeatedly ask him, “Are the lights on now?”, I will still need his help as I lay under the camper trying to make heads or tails of th...
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: A Code Of Conduct
August 13th, 2009
It’s time to start getting our country back to its values. Start being accountable for things and don’t have an “I deserve it. It’s your fault, I don’t have it,” at...
(Sat) Plugged In: Evolutionary Jolts Keep On Coming
August 13th, 2009
So I smile as I look to the future and watch our inventions roll off the assembly lines. Here’s to the next great step, humanity. May it be a good one....
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Shooting Sprees Are Happening Too Often
August 13th, 2009
Rather than the alternative, “I just didn’t want to get involved.”...
Clausen Team Falls In Districts
August 13th, 2009
Haxtun hurler Brady Sanchez earned the victory, while Tyler Bayne suffered the loss....
Legislative Forum Coming To Sidney
August 12th, 2009
The state chamber is Nebraska’s largest business association, representing individuals, large and small companies, other associations and local chambers of commerce. With an underlying grassroot...
New High School Dedication Friday
August 12th, 2009
In other business the board approved board policy 603.05 concerning the adoption of academic content standards, a reading and writing standard implemented by the state Board of Education....
Jim L. Wears
August 12th, 2009
Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service is in charge of Jim’s care and funeral arrangements. ...
(Sat) Our Opinion: SHS Past, Present, Future
August 12th, 2009
A message for the future: It’s been 50 years since these words were written, since that old press of ours rolled this newspaper into existence. We hope the high school continues to stand tall an...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Time: To Travel Or Not To Travel
August 12th, 2009
I guess that means we have to make do with what we have, and live every second for what it is - no matter how fleeting it may be....
(Thur) Wayne's World: Cars Go Clunk
August 12th, 2009
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure, as long as it’s not a perfectly good, affordable vehicle I guess....
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: A Code Of Conduct
August 12th, 2009
It’s time to start getting our country back to its values. Start being accountable for things and don’t have an “I deserve it. It’s your fault, I don’t have it,” at...
(Sat) Plugged In: Evolutionary Jolts Keep On Coming
August 12th, 2009
So I smile as I look to the future and watch our inventions roll off the assembly lines. Here’s to the next great step, humanity. May it be a good one....
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Shooting Sprees Are Happening Too Often
August 12th, 2009
Rather than the alternative, “I just didn’t want to get involved.”...
Red Raiders Begin Football Practices
August 12th, 2009
“We’ve talked about it,” Hatcliff said. “We think we can get there.”...
Schilz To Speak At Council Meeting
August 11th, 2009
Council is inviting the public to attend the meeting tonight in city hall beginning at 7:15 p.m., and to bring any questions and comments for Sen. Schilz....
MOVING FORWARD
August 11th, 2009
“This (HPC) is a gathering point for information for area organizations,” Huck said. ...
(Sat) Our Opinion: What Happened To Our Fair?
August 11th, 2009
Overall, our grade is a B- for the fair this year. While 4-H events and grandstand entertainment was stellar, we have to deduct for a poor midway. We believe the fair board will work hard to correct t...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: A Special Girl, A Special Family
August 11th, 2009
I was so happy that this story didn’t end the way so many of them seem to do. I am proud to have gotten the chance to get to know Drew. I wish her the best in all her future endeavors and I know...
(Thur) Wayne's World: Cars Go Clunk
August 11th, 2009
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure, as long as it’s not a perfectly good, affordable vehicle I guess....
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: A Code Of Conduct
August 11th, 2009
It’s time to start getting our country back to its values. Start being accountable for things and don’t have an “I deserve it. It’s your fault, I don’t have it,” at...
(Sat) Plugged In: Evolutionary Jolts Keep On Coming
August 11th, 2009
So I smile as I look to the future and watch our inventions roll off the assembly lines. Here’s to the next great step, humanity. May it be a good one....
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Shooting Sprees Are Happening Too Often
August 11th, 2009
Rather than the alternative, “I just didn’t want to get involved.”...
Shootout Highlights Event
August 11th, 2009
Moeller claimed the overall win in Class A, with Giles capturing Class B, McCloud winning Class C and Pappas earning Class D honors....
Severe Weather Revisits Cheyenne County
August 8th, 2009
The weather service forecast is calling for some sunny skies today and for the next few days. High temperatures are expected to be lower than they have been over the past week, but will remain in the...
$13.4M Collected In Unpaid Support
August 8th, 2009
In a press release Kerry Winterer, CEO of DHHS said that “even though Nebraska collected $196.6 million in child support in calendar year 2008, almost $10 million more than in 2007, th...
Ann Borm
August 8th, 2009
Holechek Funeral Home and Cremations in Chappell is serving the Borm family....
(Sat) Our Opinion: What Happened To Our Fair?
August 8th, 2009
Overall, our grade is a B- for the fair this year. While 4-H events and grandstand entertainment was stellar, we have to deduct for a poor midway. We believe the fair board will work hard to correct t...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: A Special Girl, A Special Family
August 8th, 2009
I was so happy that this story didn’t end the way so many of them seem to do. I am proud to have gotten the chance to get to know Drew. I wish her the best in all her future endeavors and I know...
(Thur) Wayne's World: Cars Go Clunk
August 8th, 2009
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure, as long as it’s not a perfectly good, affordable vehicle I guess....
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: A Code Of Conduct
August 8th, 2009
It’s time to start getting our country back to its values. Start being accountable for things and don’t have an “I deserve it. It’s your fault, I don’t have it,” at...
(Sat) Plugged In: Evolutionary Jolts Keep On Coming
August 8th, 2009
So I smile as I look to the future and watch our inventions roll off the assembly lines. Here’s to the next great step, humanity. May it be a good one....
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Shooting Sprees Are Happening Too Often
August 8th, 2009
Rather than the alternative, “I just didn’t want to get involved.”...
APA Pool League Accepting Team Registrations
August 8th, 2009
For more information, contact your local division representative Dean Sterling at 308-249-5155, the APA League Office at 308-344-4811, toll-free at 877-APA-POOL, or logon at
Building Activity On Par For $10M Year
August 7th, 2009
Sidney has averaged more than $10 million a year since 1997, and has not been below the $10 million mark for building activity in any given year....
Health Care Concerns Addressed
August 7th, 2009
The American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 passed in the House of Representatives by roll call vote on June 26....
(Wed) Our Opinion: Where Is The Truth?
August 7th, 2009
One thing is for certain. America can no longer sustain the declining health care industry. Something must be done. Time will tell if Obama’s proposal is the answer, or if it will be the straw t...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: A Special Girl, A Special Family
August 7th, 2009
I was so happy that this story didn’t end the way so many of them seem to do. I am proud to have gotten the chance to get to know Drew. I wish her the best in all her future endeavors and I know...
(Thur) Wayne's World: Cars Go Clunk
August 7th, 2009
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure, as long as it’s not a perfectly good, affordable vehicle I guess....
(Fri) Sugar And Spice: A Code Of Conduct
August 7th, 2009
It’s time to start getting our country back to its values. Start being accountable for things and don’t have an “I deserve it. It’s your fault, I don’t have it,” at...
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Your Local Newspaper Is Also A Local Busine...
August 7th, 2009
Unfortunately, there are those who will believe a good story over the truth. Since the story was the only version being told, I just wanted to get the truth out there for everyone....
Clausen Brothers Team Gears Up For District Tournament
August 7th, 2009
For fans who want to attend the game, Imperial is located on Nebraska Highway 61 south of Ogallala....
Cash For Clunkers On Hold In Sidney
August 6th, 2009
- The Associated Press contributed to this report....
Sidney To Be A Destination For Tourists
August 6th, 2009
Person said the city will be reimbursed on a percentage of what they spend on the revitalization project....
(Wed) Our Opinion: Where Is The Truth?
August 6th, 2009
One thing is for certain. America can no longer sustain the declining health care industry. Something must be done. Time will tell if Obama’s proposal is the answer, or if it will be the straw t...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: A Special Girl, A Special Family
August 6th, 2009
I was so happy that this story didn’t end the way so many of them seem to do. I am proud to have gotten the chance to get to know Drew. I wish her the best in all her future endeavors and I know...
(Thur) Wayne's World: Cars Go Clunk
August 6th, 2009
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure, as long as it’s not a perfectly good, affordable vehicle I guess....
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Your Local Newspaper Is Also A Local Busine...
August 6th, 2009
Unfortunately, there are those who will believe a good story over the truth. Since the story was the only version being told, I just wanted to get the truth out there for everyone....
Moss Returns To Broncos After 3-Day Absence
August 6th, 2009
“At times I caught myself not knowing what was going on,” he acknowledged....
New Preschool Hosting Open House
August 5th, 2009
For additional information on enrollment contact Tiffany Jones at 308-254-9240....
(Wed) Our Opinion: Where Is The Truth?
August 5th, 2009
One thing is for certain. America can no longer sustain the declining health care industry. Something must be done. Time will tell if Obama’s proposal is the answer, or if it will be the straw t...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: A Special Girl, A Special Family
August 5th, 2009
I was so happy that this story didn’t end the way so many of them seem to do. I am proud to have gotten the chance to get to know Drew. I wish her the best in all her future endeavors and I know...
(Thur) Wayne's World: To Text, Or Not To Text
August 5th, 2009
Maybe they should text us a reminder every once in awhile, “TEXTING AND DRIVING DON’T MIX.” Just be sure you’re not driving when you read it, I know I won’t text and driv...
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Your Local Newspaper Is Also A Local Busine...
August 5th, 2009
Unfortunately, there are those who will believe a good story over the truth. Since the story was the only version being told, I just wanted to get the truth out there for everyone....
Area Pool Players Earn Prize Money
August 5th, 2009
For more information about the local APA Pool Leagues, contact local division representative Dean Sterling at 308-249-5155, call the league office toll-free at 877-APA-POOL or log on to the Web site a...
State Officials To Visit Sidney
August 4th, 2009
Along with the bus tour, Patients First is asking the public to sign a petition that asks all members of Congress to oppose any legislation that imposes greater government control over health care....
Robert J. Brening
August 4th, 2009
His ashes are to be spread at his favorite places by each of his children. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of the Valley, Phoenix Ariz....
(Sat) Our Opinion: Certain Inalienable Rights
August 4th, 2009
As the country waits, hoping for improvement in the economy, it leaves one thinking “Is this what our founding fathers envisioned for the nation?”...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Stork-Less Babies: A Father-Son Talk
August 4th, 2009
Why can’t storks bring babies?...
(Thur) Wayne's World: To Text, Or Not To Text
August 4th, 2009
Maybe they should text us a reminder every once in awhile, “TEXTING AND DRIVING DON’T MIX.” Just be sure you’re not driving when you read it, I know I won’t text and driv...
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Your Local Newspaper Is Also A Local Busine...
August 4th, 2009
Unfortunately, there are those who will believe a good story over the truth. Since the story was the only version being told, I just wanted to get the truth out there for everyone....
Demo Derby A Smash
August 4th, 2009
The SVFD and Emergency Response Care were both on scene for the event. Luckily, no emergency personnel was needed this year, though members of the fire department rushed to check out a vehicle after s...
Union Pacific Cars Derail
August 1st, 2009
The derailment took place near the intersection of Hickory Street and 11th Avenue....
Lyle T. Chryst
August 1st, 2009
Memorial contributions may be made in Lyle’s name to the American Diabetes Association, 7101 Newport Avenue #207, Omaha, NE 68152-2153 or the Sidney Volunteer Fire Department....
Dolores Inge “Dee” Mills
August 1st, 2009
Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements....
(Sat) Our Opinion: Certain Inalienable Rights
August 1st, 2009
As the country waits, hoping for improvement in the economy, it leaves one thinking “Is this what our founding fathers envisioned for the nation?”...
(Wed) The Byrd's Nest: Stork-Less Babies: A Father-Son Talk
August 1st, 2009
Why can’t storks bring babies?...
(Thur) Wayne's World: To Text, Or Not To Text
August 1st, 2009
Maybe they should text us a reminder every once in awhile, “TEXTING AND DRIVING DON’T MIX.” Just be sure you’re not driving when you read it, I know I won’t text and driv...
(Sat) Hair-Raising Topics: Your Local Newspaper Is Also A Local Busine...
August 1st, 2009
Unfortunately, there are those who will believe a good story over the truth. Since the story was the only version being told, I just wanted to get the truth out there for everyone....
Cal Ripken Team Finishes Second At State Tournament
August 1st, 2009
Teams playing in the tournament were Cheyenne County, Scottsbluff, Alliance, Chadron, Gering, Grand Island, Hastings, Mitchell and Sandhills....
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