Articles from the June 13, 2013 edition
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Despite increase, county at the low end of farmland valuation increases
Farmland valuations went up more than 10 percent this year in Cheyenne County. But the news could be worse. "In my county they didn't go up as much as they did in other counties," said Cheyenne County Assessor, Louella Pippitt. Although values... Full story
City considers general increases to permit fee schedule
Building codes are up dated every three years, taking into consideration the load dynamics of wind shear, water tables, environmental problems that have an affect on building any type of structure. These codes are the guidelines for the official to... Full story
Cabela's shareholder meeting tallies record attendance
The Cabela's annual shareholder meeting last week drew its biggest crowd yet. Last year's meeting had a little more than 1,000 attendees, but this year's gathering blew that out of the water with around 1,500 in the crowd. Most of those present... Full story
Shocked by a positive attitude
There's the phenomenon in Sidney I'm going to call 'extreme friendliness,' and I'm still working to get used to it. As soon as I arrived in town, strangers were smiling, waving and asking me about myself. It made me slightly uncomfortable. Don't get...
Governor visits Sidney
Governor Dave Heineman thanked local employers for their contribution to Sidney's growing economy and their efforts to help veterans yesterday, at the community center. He praised the citizens of Nebr...
Jessie Foster
Jessie Arlene Foster, age 82, died peacefully at Flower Mound Assisted Living in Flower Mound, Texas on May 25 after suffering a stroke the previous week. Jessie was born December 31, 1930, on a farm near Gurley, Nebraska to the late Wade and Opal St... Full story