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Articles from the September 3, 2014 edition


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  • ANB-ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

    For The Sun-Telegraph|Sep 3, 2014

    The employees at the American National Bank of Sidney were nominated to do that ALS Ice Bucket Challenge to help raise awareness for ALS and to support the ALS Foundation. President, Michael Leininger, agreed to the nomination and the employees of the Bank have in return nominated the employees of Security First Bank. The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge has been popping up all over the country and has hit Cheyenne County and the businesses who chose to partake in the challenge. Participating (pictured... Full story

  • Couple balks at rough roads

    Dawn Graves|Sep 3, 2014

    The county roads north of Sidney need more attention, according to Don and Sherrie Dudley. The couple came forward at Tuesday’s county commissioner meeting with photographs, car repair bills and stories detailing the pothole-ridden roads. County Road 103 – one the Dudleys drive on every day – had been neglected, in their opinion. “For two years, we’ve been asking to have this road repaired,” Sherrie Dudley said. She said she has had two accidents on the road because of the potholes. The first occurred in March, and the second occurred ab...

  • Road closure begins on 10th Avenue

    For The Sun-Telegraph|Sep 3, 2014

    Beginning today, 10th Avenue at the intersections of Newton and Osage streets will be closed as part of the final phase of the road improvement project. Traffic will be detoured to 13th Avenue using Pine Street to access that part of Sidney, north of the BNSF railroad tracks. The 10th Avenue intersections with Jackson, Linden and Maple streets are open to traffic, as well as 10th Avenue between Illinois and Jackson and Linden and Maple. The section of 10th Avenue between Jackson and King streets remains closed, with paving scheduled to begin... Full story

  • Nebraska Wheat Board elects Rick Larson as chairman

    For The Sun-Telegraph|Sep 3, 2014

    Rick Larson of Potter was elected chairman of the Nebraska Wheat Board at a recent NWB meeting. Brent Robertson of Elsie was elected vice chairman. Larson is in his third term on the NWB board of directors and has served since 2003. A representative of District 2, Rick and his wife Diane live and farm in Banner and Kimball counties. They farm irrigated and dryland wheat, corn, edible beans and alfalfa. Larson graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a degree in Animal Science. He also serves as the NWB representative for issues...

  • Veteran's History Project - Gwen Moore

    Larry Nelson|Sep 3, 2014

    Gwen Moore Lieutenant, U.S. Navy 1959-1968 Editor's Note: This story is one of many American Veteran accounts published in The Sidney Sun-Telegraph. The writer, who is from Potter, is conducting the interviews as part of the Library of Congress' Veterans History Project. In 1959, Gwen Moore was a young lady who had reached her 21st birthday. She had worked a few jobs since high school graduation, but knew that she needed an education and a different look at the world. One place to obtain both...

  • Coming down

    Dawn Graves|Sep 3, 2014

    Demolition began on a house located at 1165 5th Street in Sidney last week. The structure, owned by Billy Folkerts, was deemed dangerous by Chief Building Official Brad Rowan. The owner intends to replace the house with a new structure.... Full story

  • Class of '74 Reunion

    Jo Houser - For The Sun-Telegraph|Sep 3, 2014

    Sidney High School's class of 1974 celebrated its 30th reunion at the National Guard Armory in Legion Park on Saturday. Front row, from left: Randy Lubash, Bob Decker, Dave Wright Second row, from left: Kandy (Krueger) Hays, Miranda (Hall) Beyer, Alice Wamsley, Charlene (Lessman) Larsen, Tricia (Cornel) Ditze, Holly (Hatchison) Younger, Peggy (O'Holleran) Clark, Cindy (Brower) Peterson Third row, from left: Mike Rush, Julie (Edwards) Peetz, Susan (Borcher) Frack, Barb (Brauer) Landon, Kim...

  • Barbara Hyde Kerl

    Sep 3, 2014

    Barbara Hyde Kerl, 72, formerly of Sidney, resident of Albuquerque, N.M., passed away Aug. 25, 2014 in the presence of family and special friends in Arvada, Colo. Cremation has taken place. Born Aug. 2, 1942 in Washington D.C. to parents, Harold and Thelma Hyde. Returning to the family farm north of Lodgepole where Barbara spent her early childhood, entered rural school District 69 and confirmed member of the Weyerts Lutheran Church. After moving to Sidney, Barbara entered Sidney High School... Full story

  • King's Daughters donation drive planned

    For The Sun-Telegraph|Sep 3, 2014

    The Wide Awake Circle of the King’s Daughter’s in Sidney, which was founded in 1891, is gearing up for its annual donation drive. The charity, which is more than a century old provides various types of assistance for those in the Sidney area. The King’s Daughters might contribute to rent, utilities or medical bills. Members of the King’s Daughters makes up baskets for new mothers who might not have everything they need for a new baby. These baskets contain sleepers, onesies, diapers, a blanket and sometimes socks and shoes. The group always... Full story

  • Community Calendar 09-03-14

    Sep 3, 2014

    Ongoing Ladies Chamber Farmers Market at Hickory Square every Saturday during summer (through Sept.) from 8 to 11 a.m. Any Vendors with produce or crafts are welcome! Contact Margaret Lienemann at 254-7343 for info. Wednesday, Sept. 3 Lifetree Café will hold a discussion group at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (2305 San Marino Rd., Sidney) on Wed., Sept. 3rd at 7 p.m. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Carla Brauer at 308-254-3124 or [email protected]. More information is available at Lifetreecafe.com Wednesday, Sept. 10 Toddler... Full story

  • Make the right moves to leave a legacy to grandchildren

    Edward Jones|Sep 3, 2014

    On Sept. 8, we observe National Grandparents Day. If you have grandchildren, they will hopefully mark this occasion by sending a card, making a call or, best of all, paying a visit. But however your grandchildren express their feelings for you, you undoubtedly have a very big place in your heart for them. In fact, you may well be planning on including your grandchildren in your estate plan. If that’s the case, you’ll want to do the best you can to preserve the size of your estate — without sacrificing the ability to enjoy life during your...

  • Lady Raider volleyball to open season against powerhouses

    Will Korn|Sep 3, 2014

    The Sidney High Lady Raider volleyball team will make the 123-mile drive on I-80 East to begin its season with a triangular match against North Platte and Ogallala on Thursday at North Platte High School. Sidney hasn't beaten either North Platte or Ogallala in any of the three seasons head coach Sarah Wilson has been on the Lady Raider sideline. North Platte and Ogallala combined for a record of 54-18 last season. As the new season is about to get underway, Wilson is hoping to change that. But...

  • Coming off blowout of Chadron, Red Raider football gears up for Friday night home showdown with Adams Central

    Will Korn|Sep 3, 2014

    Senior quarterback Lane Harvey surveys the field for an open receiver at Wednesday afternoon's practice. This Friday, Harvey hopes to pick up right where he left off against Chadron.... Full story