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  • No business like snow business

    Ryan Hermens|Jan 4, 2016

    After days of freezing temperatures throughout the region, Monday's high was forecast to reach 36 degrees Fahrenheit in Sidney. Temperatures are expected to remain in the high 30s and low 40s until Thursday, when snow returns to the forecast....

  • Commissioners reaffirm boards, appointments

    Ryan Hermens|Jan 4, 2016

    At the first Cheyenne County Board of Commissioners meeting of the year on Monday, appointments and committee memberships were reaffirmed. By unanimous votes, Darrell Johnson will remain chairman of the board of commissioners and Philip Sanders will continue his tenure as vice chair. Steve Olson is the third commissioner. The commissioners' roles as county representatives on boards of various regional governmental agencies were also reaffirmed. Johnson serves as a board member for Region 21...

  • WNCC financial aid nights set

    For The Sun-Telegraph|Jan 4, 2016

    The Western Nebraska Community College financial aid staff is hosting several student and parent nights throughout the panhandle in January and February to share important information and answer any questions. “Financial Aid 101” is open and free to anyone planning to attend any college. The session set for Sidney will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 10 on the WNCC Sidney campus. WNCC’s financial aid presentation includes information on FAFSA forms, scholarships, PELL grants and student loans. There are door prizes at each location, inclu...

  • Community Calendar 01-04-16

    Jan 4, 2016

    Ongoing A memorial account has been set up at American National Bank (Main Bank and Drive up locations) for Tabitha Davis. Donations can be made to: “Tabitha Davis Memorial Fund” to help defray expenses and to benefit twin daughters “Emmersynne Joy & Ellyeaunnah Grace”. … Table of Grace, a ministry of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, is a mobile food pantry that distributes food at various locations throughout the area on monthly basis. The locations and times for registration are: 1st Tuesday of the month – 2:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Ca...

  • Letter To The Editor - Reader says opportunity is knocking

    C.J. Cornelius Jr., Sidney|Jan 4, 2016

    Dear Editor: It appears that the city council will have an opportunity to rehire the best city manager that this city has ever known since he has applied for the position. In contrast to other of his predecessors his performance increased steadily year after year while he was in that position. He is not only respected throughout the state but revered by all that showed their trust in him. Let’s not miss this opportunity. – C.J. Cornelius Jr., MD Sidney... Full story

  • No Till notes: 'Educational events'

    Mark Watson, Panhandle No till Educator|Jan 4, 2016

    I would like to wish everyone a very happy and prosperous new year! I thought I would inform everyone on some upcoming regional conservation agricultural events that I’m sure will provide excellent educational opportunities to producers. I have been attending these regional meetings for several years and I always feel that this has been time well spent. You get to listen to educators speak about all kinds of topics relating to conservation agriculture and network with like minded producers from around our region. I’ve learned a lot over the yea...

  • UPCOMING SCHEDULES

    Jan 4, 2016

    BASKETBALL Tuesday, Jan. 5 Haxtun (Colo.) at Leyton 5 p.m. Peetz (Colo.) at Creek Valley 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7 Kimball at Sidney 5:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8 Bayard at Potter-Dix 3 p.m. Briggsdale (Colo.) at Peetz (Colo.) 4 p.m. Gering at Sidney 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9 Peetz (Colo.) at Merino (Colo.) 2:30 p.m. Creek Valley at Minatare 3 p.m. Potter-Dix at South Platte 3 p.m. Sidney at McCook 5:30 p.m. WRESTLING Thursday Jan. 7 Sidney at Western Trails Tourney in Kimball 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 9 Sidney at Ogallala Tournament 9...

  • Free throw contest set for Jan. 17

    Staff Report|Jan 4, 2016

    All boys and girls age 9-14 are invited to participate in the Sidney Knights of Columbus Council #1861 Free Throw Contest. The competition will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 17, at the Sidney Middle School Gym. Entry forms are available from physical education teachers at all area schools or can be filled out at the middle school gym on the day of the competition....

  • 2015 football pick 'em contest winners

    Jan 4, 2016

    OVERALL WINNER Judy Melchior of Sidney won the 2015 football pick ‘em contest with 176 points, edging second place finisher Bill Ladine by three points. Congratulations Judy! SEASON STANDINGS - TOP 10 1. Judy Melchior 176 2. Bill Ladine 173 3. Ken Ottoson 169 4. Bob Ladine 167 5. Dale Steffens 166 5. Clint Hodges 166 5. Norma Perkins 166 8. Bob Ottoson 165 9. Norm Kjellsen 164 9. Barry Waddell 164...