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Articles from the October 11, 2013 edition


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  • Friends, relatives vouch for Makris' character, relationship with alleged victim

    Caitlin Sievers|Oct 11, 2013

    In day four of Nebraska vs. George Makris, the defense attempted to persuade the jury that no one ever observed any inappropriate behavior or fear between the alleged victim and Makris. The state maintained that witnesses for the defense, mostly Makris’ friends and family, were not around the alleged victim often enough and were not qualified to make judgments on her behavior. Makris, a California man, was charged last summer with first degree sexual assault of a child and third degree sexual assault of a child, both felonies. The defendant i... Full story

  • SRMC readies for flu season

    Shannon Ireland|Oct 11, 2013

    The 2013-2014 influenza season is quickly approaching. It peaks in the dead of winter between January and February, but bears a striking resemblance to the hockey season, as it can span from October through May. Despite its unpredictable nature, flu season demands some planning ahead by healthcare facilities. The Sidney Regional Medical Center (SRMC) had to place the orders for flu vaccines last March. They have gotten in 1,300 vaccines so far and anticipate a total of approximately 3,000 doses... Full story

  • Across the fence: Battle Mountain

    M. Timothy Nolting|Oct 11, 2013

    “A messenger arrived from the great west with news of a wonderful water which, he said, had been touched by the finger of the Great Spirit…” These are the beginning words of the historical marker titled ‘Battle Mountain’ at the northwestern edge of town above the Fall River that runs through Hot Springs, South Dakota. The brief narrative continues with the messenger’s news of the waters ability to cure disease and the subsequent migration of Native Americans to the sacred site. The brass lette...

  • Sidney plans Saturday send off for golf squad

    Stephen McKay|Oct 11, 2013

    For the seventh time in the last eight years the Sidney Red Raiders girls golf team has qualified for the Class B Nebraska State Championship. The community will give the Raiders a proper send off as they depart from the high school parking lot on Saturday morning. The team, families and anyone else who would like to attend will gather at 10 a.m. With a police escort the team plans to begin their journey to Lincoln at 10:30 a.m. for the two-day event. Sidney qualified for states by virtue of...