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Gordon Wilkins, a local historian from Lodgepole, is on a very interesting mission to bring Nebraska its second Pony Express museum. Wilkins said he feels it's imperative to bring another museum here since Nebraska has the most documented Pony Express miles in the nation. He thinks it can bring an additional 3,000 to 4,000 people into the town of Lodgepole each year. "It's for the town of Lodgepole," said Wilkins. "It will bring Lodgepole to national notoriety for Pony Express history." He is...
It was just a couple of months ago when the World Health Organization declared Ebola as a “public health emergency of international concern.” Since that day in early August, here have been many stories, rumors and theories about the contamination, transmission and outbreaks regarding the virus. Ebola is a frightening virus that has the potential for massive harm and death. At Sidney Regional Medical Center, efforts are well underway to ensure proper provisions are in place if there is a patient admitted with the suspect of Ebola. SRMC is foc...
The South Platte Natural Resources District and the Oliver Reservoir Advisory Committee want to hear from the public. In preparing for the recreation area’s future, the District and its advisory committee will be hosting a meeting on Thursday, Oct. 30 at the Kimball Eagles Club at 6:30 p.m. SPNRD Assistant Manager Galen Wittrock says the District is forming it’s master plan and wants to know what people would like to see offered at the area. The SPNRD took over management of Oliver Reservoir in February. Wittrock says plans are already in the...
Wednesday, Oct. 22 The pain and high cost of living with a lie and double life will be discussed at Lifetree Café on Wed., Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available. Lifetree Café is located at Lifetree Cafe - Sidney, 2305 San Marino Rd., Sidney, Neb. 69162. For questions about Lifetree may be directed to Deb Aikens at 308-254-3124 or [email protected]. More information is available at Lifetreecafe.com. Friday, Oct. 24 Pairs-N-Half-A-Pair Square Dance Club will have a Halloween Dance at the I... Full story
Fierce opposition has met the slightest steps forward in humankind’s war upon any of the several viruses that inflict us. Fear of the unknown, religious persuasions, and lack of knowledge of the scientific method have each contributed to that opposition. For example, in Boston in 1721, another smallpox epidemic broke out. Cotton Mather, the pastor at the old North Church, had learned of inoculation as a means to prevent the disease, but he could convince only a single one of Boston’s several doctors, Dr. Zabdiel Boylston, to try the pro...
Dear Editor, Just a healthy and exuberant “way to go” to the Sidney High School girls’ and boys’ District cross country champions! Championship teams such as the Red Raiders often use words like chemistry, togetherness and “one heart beat” to define themselves. Thanks to both teams for battling, for staying positive and winning together. We are pulling for you in taking your championship attitude to the state cross country meet this Friday in Kearney. You rock State!! Stan Fox Sidney... Full story
Dear Editor, The League of Women Voters has been encouraging active participation in government for 94 years, and the structure of Nebraska’s unique unicameral legislature makes it clear the “second house” in our state is made up of our citizens. Therefore it is essential that all eligible persons register to vote, learn about issues and candidates and cast an informed vote. The League of Women Voters of Nebraska offers one nonpartisan tool to help with making informed choices. It is VOTE411.org, a website where voters can easily find personali... Full story
The Sidney High volleyball team gave a valiant effort, but eventually fell to district-rival Gering (15-14, 6-1)Tuesday night on the road. The Lady Raiders won the first set in dominant fashion, 25-14, but dropped the next three by scores of 25-18, 25-23 and 25-22. Sidney opened the match with intensity – it appeared to be the hungrier team that really needed an important district win. The Lady Raiders did just about everything well – their passing was pinpoint and they found open areas on the...
