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Already the screeches, crackles and pop, pop, pop of fireworks can be heard throughout the city, signaling the approach of the Fourth of July. The annual celebration is a time for thoughts to turn to our country's independence, and for many the fun of setting off firecrackers, aerials and showers of sparks that go with it. Along with the fun comes great responsibility as well, and local authorities hope safety is as much a priority as the excitement of setting off fireworks. "We don't want...
John Bahr, Western Nebraska Community College Sidney receptionist, was honored Tuesday by Nebraska VR with the Debra Bowers Client Award. “We choose one client every year to receive this award,” Nicole Fisher, Nebraska VR Scottsbluff office director, said. “The award is named after a client who achieved employment success while overcoming adversity.” She continued, “Her determination, motivation and dedication to achieving her goals is her legacy, and it lives on each time we present this awar...
Sidney City Council is considering increasing electricity rates. Residential rates would increase from $13 to $16, small general service single phase from $25 to $28, three phase from $44.50 to $60 and large general service from $135 to $160. This would be the second of a planned two-term rate increase recommended by a rate study done in early 2016. Adoption of a second increase was delayed from April, but is now needed, Ed Sadler, city manager, explained to the council at their Tuesday...
LINCOLN — The Nebraska State Patrol will put in extra hours in an effort to keep Nebraska roads safe over the July 4th holiday. Beginning Monday, July 3 and continuing through Wednesday, July 5, troopers and communications specialists will put in overtime hours thanks in part to a $15,960 grant from the Nebraska Department of Roads Highway Safety Office. “The Fourth of July is a great time to celebrate with family and friends,” said Colonel Brad Rice, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “It’s important that motorists and law enforceme...
To many, he was simply “Coach.” To others, “Mr. Combs.” But to all within the Potter community, Al Combs was for many years held in high regard, both within the confines of the school and in the community. And now, the regard Coach Combs held has landed him in the Nebraska Eight Man Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame. Combs, who coached at Potter High School for 20 years, from 1958 to 1978, was the first man named to the Hall of Fame during halftime ceremonies at the Sertoma Eight Man Foo...
Ned Rowan, age 75 of Acton, CA., formerly of Gurley, NE died May 13 after a short battle of pancreatic cancer. Ned, the son of Arthur & Etta (Christensen) Rowan, was born July 8, 1941 in the Dalton hospital. He attended country school district #51 through the 6th grade and then enrolled in the Gurley School graduating with the class of 1959. He attended an automotive mechanics school and helped his dad on the farm. In 1962 Ned enlisted in the United States Air Force serving 4 years. After being...
Max M. Henkle passed away at his home in Santa Ana, CA at the age of 85 on Thursday April 20th, 2017. Cremation has taken place and Private Family services will be held in the Greenwood Cemetery. You may view Max's Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Max's care and funeral arrangements. Max Melvin Henkle was born on March 2nd, 1932 in Hedric, Iowa. He was 1 out of 13 children. Max...