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The Peetz High School baseball game on Wednesday afternoon was canceled after two innings when a hail storm interrupted play.... Full story
After a jury was selected and seated during the morning, opening statements in the Jason Assad trial were heard at Cheyenne County District Court on Wednesday afternoon. Assad is on trial for charges of terroristic threatening, first-degree false imprisonment, possession of a deadly weapon by a prohibited person, possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, use of a weapon to commit a felony and habitual criminality. In his opening remarks, Cheyenne County Attorney Paul Schaub said a man warming up his vehicle on the morning on Sept. 14,...
When Sidney Police Chief Byron “BJ” Wilkinson decided to handle an allegation against another city employee administratively instead of with criminal charges, he was opting to use the discretion he and his officers exhibit everyday on the job. Instead, 15 months later, Wilkinson is facing criminal charges himself. He has been charged with a class I misdemeanor of obstruction of government operations. Meanwhile, Sidney Public Services Director John Hehnke – the city worker who was investigated back in January 2014 – faces misdemeanor charges...
LINCOLN, Neb. – According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Nebraska corn farmers will plant 9.3 million acres of corn, equal to last year’s total acres planted. With those intentions, farmers will spend about $280 per acre to get the crop in the ground and off to a good start. This figure, multiplied by the estimated 9.3 million corn acres to be planted in Nebraska, grows to more than a $2.6 billion investment by the state’s corn farmers over a two-month period. That amount does not include land costs, labor or equipment – it’s purely in...
James F. Wright has been appointed to the Board of Directors at Cabela’s Inc. “I am delighted that Jim has joined our board,” said Tommy Millner, Cabela’s Chief Executive Officer. “Jim’s vision, passion, work ethic and unwavering commitment to Tractor Supply’s mission and values transformed Tractor Supply into a sophisticated and respected retailer. During his tenure, Jim led Tractor Supply to strong and sustained business growth. The Board and Cabela’s will greatly benefit from Jim’s substantial retail and leadership experience.” Wright served...
Donald C. Farnsworth, 80, a long time former Sidney resident, passed away Jan. 7, 2015 in Springfield, Mo. Graveside services with Military Honors will be 10 a.m., Mon., April 20, 2015 in the Greenwood Cemetery. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation service is in charge of Donald’s service arrangements.... Full story
Carla Lizeth Fernandez and Enemencio (Tres) S. Falcon III, are pleased to announce their upcoming marriage. Carla is the daughter of Maria Dolores Fernandez-Soto and David Manriquez-Enriquez . Carla is from Eagle, Colo. and a 2010 graduate of Sidney High School. She is enrolled at the University of Nebraska-Kearney pursuing a criminal justice degree and currently works at Sidney Regional Medical Center. Tres is the son of Enemencio L. Falcon II and Joan Falcon. Tres is a 2001 graduate of Sidney... Full story
The following people appeared in Cheyenne County District Court on Tuesday, April 14, 2015, before the Honorable Derek Weimer: Clinton Tscharner, age 41 of Kimball, appeared for a status hearing on a charge of possession of meth, a class IV felony. He pleaded guilty to attempted possession of meth and DUI-D, a class I and W misdemeanor, respectively. A pre-sentence investigation was ordered. Sentencing set for May 6. Gary Vannatter Jr, age 28 of Sidney, appeared for a status hearing on a charge of distribution of marijuana within 1,000 feet of... Full story
The Foster Grandparent Programs at Community Action Partnership of Western Nebraska (CAPWN) and Northwest Community Action Partnership (NCAP) will jointly host a 50-year “Birthday Bash” in recognition of Corporation for National and Community Service volunteers on April 23 from 2-4 p.m. at The Lodge at Heritage Health Care, 2325 Lodge Drive, Gering. This will be in conjunction with the 2015 Mayors Day of Recognition for the CNCS volunteers that serve in the area. More than 13 Panhandle mayors have been invited to come as well as local and nat... Full story
April 16 and 17 A Brain Injury Conference will be held at the Younes Conference Center in Kearney on April 16-17. Persons with a brain injury and/or their caregivers or family members and professionals who serve brain survivors should attend. Register by April 13. Log on to www.biane.org/conference. For more information on the conference, contact [email protected] or call (402) 304-8103. Saturday, April 18 Girls Day Out will be held Saturday, April 18. Breakfast will be served from 8-10 a.m., registration takes place 10 a.m.-noon. Goodie bags are... Full story
The former Reganis Motors at 435 Illinois St. in Sidney will officially be opening their doors as Panhandle Automotive Group. Mike Winstrom of Kimball is now the new owner of the dealership. Pictured from left to right are: Winstrom and Tim Reganis.... Full story
After Sidney High School freshman Jakob Austad landed in the long jump pit last Friday at the Mitchell Invite, he bounced up and waited for the tape to be read. He sensed it was a good one. After the tape was stretched and the verdict read, Austad pumped his fist in excitement. It was the longest he’d ever jumped. On his next leap, he went even farther. Believe it or not, there’s not much time left for personal-best efforts. Amazingly enough, the spring sports season has entered the home stretch. There are just 19 school days left until the...
Peetz at Tuesday afternoon’s middle school track and field meet in Sterling, Colo.... Full story
