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Western Nebraska is home to a variety of beauty, from the splendor of waving fields of gold, to the stretching of magenta sunrises and sunsets on the wide open plains, there is a special brilliance to the painted treasures scattered throughout our quiet countryside and towns. Working as the brainchild behind many of these silent splendors is Nebraska native and Garden County art teacher, Lauren Olson. Originally inspired by the idea to make the town she was living in more colorful, Olson began...
The Cheyenne County Extension Office has a new Manager and 4-H Aide, Victoria Edwards of Chappell Nebraska has officially filled the position. Edwards has deep roots in 4-H, a former grand champion showman, she's worked with livestock since was only 4 years old. The hard work and perseverance taught her valuable life and character skills that she continues to show into adulthood, "4-H shows you what working hard means and how rewarding it can be," Edwards had to say. Edwards grew up on a hog...
Caden McConnell, Potter, Nebraska, is a new junior member of the American Angus Association®, reports Mark McCully, CEO of the national organization with headquarters in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Junior members of the Association are eligible to register cattle in the American Angus Association, participate in programs conducted by the National Junior Angus Association and take part in Association-sponsored shows and other national and regional events. The American Angus Association is the largest beef breed association in the world, with...
Wheat Belt Public Power District and our partners, Basin Electric Power Cooperative, Tri-State Generation and Transmission, and Arbor Wealth Management awarded scholarships to five outstanding area students. Our scholarship program is designed to recognize achievements and provide financial assistance to students of our customers. We believe investing in the education of our youth is a shared responsibility and is in the best interest of our communities and businesses. • Peyton Abbot was awarded a $2,000 Wheat Belt Lineman Scholarship. He w...
LINCOLN, NEB. – The Nebraska Farm Bureau is excited to announce the establishment of the Nebraska Ag Legal Professionals Group, a dedicated initiative aimed at assisting farmers and ranchers in estate and succession planning. This innovative group will focus on providing specialized legal counsel to farm and ranch families, ensuring a smooth transition of assets and securing a sustainable future for agricultural legacies. “One of the most discussed topics of conversation with our members has been about farm/ranch estate and succession pla...
Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts have many responsibilities given by state statute, especially in protecting groundwater for use both today and into the future. With this objective in mind, the South Platte Natural Resources District (SPNRD) developed the Ground Water Management Area Rules and Regulations. While most areas of the SPNRD have adequate groundwater, this resource is not unlimited and tracking changes in groundwater quantity and quality is one of the NRD's many...
The fourth Open Mic Night hosted by Keep Sidney Beautiful was well attended on February 28 at Beans & Steams Coffee House. "There's a lot of talent here in Sidney and this event just keeps getting bigger and better," Sandra Buckner, Executive Director of KSB had to say. The first performer of the evening was no stranger to the Open Mic stage, Michelle Haun, Educational Director for KSB, read a few of her own original works about rising up and out of hard times and romance. She then ended her...
Security First Bank, with the help of customers, employees, and community members, collected over 5,309 food and personal care items to benefit area food pantries through their recently completed "Feeding Hearts" food drive. From February 1st through the 14th, Security First Bank collected canned goods, non-perishable food items, and personal care items at each of their 25 bank branch locations and 12 insurance offices throughout Nebraska and southwest South Dakota. The food drive was initiated...
The time has come to whip out your best running shoes and your cleanest kilt for the annual Shamrock & Roll Run/Walk 5k held March 16. The race is put on by the Cheyenne County Community Center with donations from patrons and sponsors. Cash prizes will be rewarded to the top male, female and youth with a FREE green beer rewarded to the first 50 runners. The race will begin March 16 in front of the Community Center at 627 Toledo St at 9am, for more information call Tara Gray at 308-254-7000 or...
In honor of Lent, the Sidney Elk's Lodge will be offering a Friday Night Fish Fry every Friday from 5:30pm – 7:00pm in March. The meal will include fish, coleslaw, potatoes, roll, and dessert; there will also be a chicken strip option. Dine-in and carry-out are available. The Elk's Lodge is located at 1040 Jackson Street, to contact them you may call 308-249-4789....
LINCOLN -- Alexah Fort of Sidney, a junior majoring in emerging media arts at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, recently won third place in the Center for Entrepreneurship's 48-Hour Challenge. The event allows student teams of three to six to develop and pitch business ideas for the chance to win cash prizes. Fort helped develop the business BitVoyage, an interest-based travel booking website equipped with artificial intelligence. "The 48-Hour Challenge is a unique opportunity for students to...
On Friday, March 1, the High Plains Chapter No. 278 celebrated an impressive 34 years of activity with its annual banquet at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds. This chapter is the only one in Nebraska that offers a hunt to say thank you to our Veterans, and they work closely with American Heroes in Action which provides Vets an opportunity to come out and have a relaxing weekend of camaraderie and hunting. The chapter served approximately 420 meals that were provided by Outlaws Catering. Despite a...
Nebraska’s new voter ID law, which takes effect in the May 14, 2024, statewide primary, requires Nebraska voters to present a photo ID before voting. In an effort to ensure all Nebraskans are prepared, the Nebraska Secretary of State’s office is sending out letters to voters who may not have an acceptable form of photo ID to vote. About 97% of registered voters in Nebraska already have a driver’s license or state ID, according to information from county election offices and the Nebraska DMV. The letters are a proactive measure on behalf of th...
March 1, 2024 (Lincoln, Neb.) — Today, the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) announced the Good Life, Great Journey Scholarship Program, a new scholarship for individuals pursuing two-year technical degrees in critical fields. The Good Life, Great Journey Scholarship Program allows NDOT to invest in future generations of Nebraskans by providing competitive and practical options for long-term career success that also support the state’s transportation system. This scholarship program will provide recipients with the necessary financia...
SIDNEY--There have been a rash of thefts at the igloos north of Sidney in recent weeks, with trailers, vehicles and ATV's being the target of the burglaries. The Cheyenne County Sheriff's Department and the Sidney Police Department have been investigating the incidents, and on Thursday, February 22, the departments executed a search warrant on a residence in Sidney thought to be connected with the thefts. Three persons were arrested at the residence believed to have been involved with the theft...
SIDNEY – Back by popular demand, multi acoustic instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Paul Siebert will bring his unique style and engaging personality to the stage of the Sidney High School Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 14th. With his charismatic showmanship and vast repertoire of popular American music, Siebert has been entertaining audiences throughout the Midwest for over thirty years. Siebert incorporates as many as eight different acoustic instruments into his performances, including the guitar, banjo, button accordi...
SIDNEY-- On Friday, February 16, a fundraiser was held in honor of Adam Romero, a long-time Sidney resident who had recently passed away. Friends and family members gathered in the Congregate Room at the Cheyenne County Community Center. A variety of soups were provided plus other delicious snacks. A silent auction was also held, with gifts donated by local companies like Pennington Seed, Western Drug and Dude's Steakhouse. Romero's daughter Judy was the organizer of the event and was...
3st Century Equipment welcomes Sidney High School senior Kayden Rogers as part of the company's AG Tech training program in conjunction with John Deere. Kayden is a senior at Sidney High School and is the son of Beth Jallen. He will attend school at Southeast Community College in Milford, Nebraska. The John Deere AG Tech program is a unique alliance between John Deere, John Deere dealers and various 2-year colleges across the nation. Students will graduate from the program with an Associate of...
Sidney, Nebraska - Agri-Plastics USA, LLC proudly announces the appointment of Brian Rawlings as the new General Manager at its Sidney, Nebraska facility. With a warm welcome, the company extends its excitement for Rawlings to bring his wealth of experience and expertise to the team. Hailing from West Bend, Wisconsin, Brian Rawlings has over 25 years of distinguished service in the plastics industry for companies like Solar Plastics and Yamaha Marine. Having served as a General Manager at...
For many farm and ranch families, bringing children or grandchildren into the operation is the ultimate goal. Successfully bringing additional family members into the operation may require some creativity as all parties need to maintain a viable standard of living. This is the first in a series of articles that will highlight ideas and tactics for bringing another family member into the operation. One tactic is to provide new family members with monetary compensation, such as an hourly wage or...
— A new online Quicken course is being offered by Nebraska Extension for farmers, ranchers and agricultural business managers who want to learn more about the program and financial record-keeping. The course is led by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability and was first developed by Oklahoma State University. It leads users through hands-on sessions to develop a simple set of financial records and reports using Quicken. Exercises based on scenarios from a case farm allow participants to practice many of the...
After months of anticipation, Dominos Pizza has officially opened its doors at 610 Glover Road #1. To seal the deal, the franchise celebrated with an official ribbon cutting held by the Chamber Monday afternoon. "We're very excited to be a part of the community and hope to bring excellent customer service to Sidney," Brian Tramp, manager, said about the new location. "Brian cares about his employees and his customers, he's a great fit for Dominos," Amber Delgrosso, owner, had to say in regards...
Much like the many different books behind its walls, the Sidney Public Library has a colorful collection of Librarians, each with their own unique story. Some have joined the team in the past few years, but others have left a lasting impact for decades. When one thinks of a librarian they imagine a bookworm with glasses; Larami Burner, an employee of SPL for the past 4 years, is a self-professed bookworm and a lover of anything novel. She's the friendly face you see behind the front desk most we...
DALTON--A new business has recently started in Dalton, run by a longtime resident using his skill with computers and technology to provide low-cost solutions to local residents in need of technical help. Sam Wilkins is the man behind Wilkins Solutions, and he is all about helping people fix their computer and internet issues in a quick and affordable way. Wilkins is a 1999 graduate of Lodgepole High School, and was an outstanding athlete in high school, winning a state title in Triple Jump. He... Full story
No stranger to the sampling scene, Hometown Liquor hosted a Valentine's Day related "Sipper-Bowl" February 8 at their 1500 Illinois St location. Eager attendees were treated to free samples of chocolate Bailey's coupled with salted caramel Smirnoff as well as other scrumptious and festive pairings. Welcome to all who sipped, small laminated recipe cards served as mementos from the event. Influenced by the idea to introduce a new activity to the area, Hometown Manager Natalie Lucero had this to... Full story
