Articles from the June 29, 2022 edition
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Home At Last
It wasn't a million dollar lottery win, although it might have felt like it. There weren't any well-known celebrities followed by clowns and confetti celebrating the lucky draw of the family's name....
School Board Reviews, Approves Policies
The Cheyenne County School District No. 1 Board of Education met June 20, reviewing and approving five policies, an agreement with Rauner and Associates, P.C., to perform the 2021-2222 District...
Commissioners Discuss County Fair
There are specific events that define a community, including the aroma of fresh popcorn colliding with cheesy nachos and the presence of livestock in the same area. County fairs include a variety of...
Elks Lodge Offering Theater Seat Sponsorship
Have you ever heard someone say, "I don’t see your name on it?" Now is your chance to have your name on a seat at the Elks Theatre. The Sidney Elks Lodge and Way Out West Theatre have joined...
Gary Lewis Goen
Gary Lewis Goen, age 73, passed away on June 15th, 2022, after a long illness. An Honors Ceremony will be held 1 p.m. Aug. 3 at Veterans Memorial Cemetery of Western Colorado, 2830 Riverside Parkway,...
Virginia Ruth Bules
The sun set on the life of Virginia Ruth Bules, 81, formerly of Delta, CO, on May 27, 2022, when the Lord called her home to eternal rest and glory. Virginia was born August 4, 1940, in Sterling, CO t...
Delta Dawn When That Light Comes On
First, let us glory in the God Who gave us Old Glory, the stars and stripes. Her grandeur has endured through the most trying times our nation has ever faced; One nation, under God, indivisible,...
Staring at a Blank Page
I’ve been looking at this page for what seems like hours and no words are magically appearing. Oddly enough it reminds me of some quotes attributed to different know cycling racers. Example: It...
The Road to Omaha
Baseball is America’s pastime. There’s nothing quite like enjoying a hot dog in the stands, hearing the sound of a home run, or watching your favorite player beat the tag at home. Every year in...
Take Steps Toward Financial Freedom
Next week, we observe Independence Day, an opportunity to celebrate all the liberties we enjoy in this country. Of course, there are different types of freedoms – such as financial freedom, which can open the doors to many other opportunities....
Holy Spirit
Most weeks we use the words of the Apostles Creed to confess our faith. The third article of the creed reads as follows: “I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of...
Western Bean Cutworm Degree-Day
Jeff Bradshaw, UNL Associate Professor, Entomology Jeff Cluever, UNL Graduate Research Assistant, Entomology Gracie Keiter, UNL Student Intern, Entomology One of the key pests in our region is the Western bean cutworm (WBC). WBC feeding can reduce...
ASA Accepting Applications for Conservation Legacy Awards
ST. LOUIS (June 24, 2022) — Share the story of how conservation is part of your farm operation and you could be recognized with a Conservation Legacy Award. The awards recognize farm management practices of U.S. soybean farmers that are both...
Sidney Opens Week With Win Over Chadron
Sidney's American Legion Post 17 Senior Baseball team had a very busy week, starting with an away game against Chadron, then followed by tournament play in Alliance through the weekend. The contest ag...
Peetz 4X800 Team Breaks School Record
The Peetz boy's 4X800 Relay Track team competed at the CHSAA State Championships on May 23, and the boys earned third place overall, with a school record-breaking time of 9:00.46. The boys battled...
Muldoon Excels In MAC Vs. MNAC All-Star Game
After the conclusion of the State Tournament, Mullen's Superintendent, Chris Kuncl, contacted Potter-Dix Activities Director Cory Michelman about getting the Mid-Nebraska Activities Conference (MNAC)...
Breaking the Stigma
Mental health. Those two words can be scary. Mental health. It is something that once was a taboo subject to talk about. Now, it is one that is more prominent and discussed on a daily basis. Hi, my...
Curbing America's Corrosive Inflation
Americans are experiencing pain at the pump and sticker shock at the store. Prices continue to soar. This out-of-control inflation is corrosive to the financial health of America’s families. The fai...
Tuition Freeze Highlights 2022-23 University Budget
At a time when families are paying more for gas, groceries and living expenses, the University of Nebraska System will again freeze tuition for all students under a proposed 2022-23 operating budget released today by President Ted Carter. The propose...