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Serving proudly since 1873 as the beautiful Nebraska Panhandle's first newspaper
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When one thinks of Sidney, they might associate the Nebraska Panhandle city with Cabela's. While the "world's foremost outfitter" is certainly a destination for many, locals know the true Sidney icon isn't found on Interstate 80 but on US Highway 30. For 70 years, Dude's Steakhouse and Branding Iron Bar has been a landmark of Western Nebraska. Founded in 1952 by Deward and Florence Jelinek, Dude's is currently in its third generation. This in itself is an accomplishment as only about 13% of... Full story
Ricca Sanford, 66, of Lewellen passed away late Sunday evening, October 30, 2022 at the Regional West Garden County Hospital in Oshkosh. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place and no services are being planned. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Sanford family. Family and friends can leave condolences at www.bondegardfunerals.com. Ricca Miller Sanford, oh how she hated her name. Even worse if someone mispronounced it, “Ree-kah” instead of Rick-uh. Bor... Full story
Margaret M. McCabe, age 92, of Dalton, passed away Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Kimball Health Services in Kimball, NE. The Rosary Service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, November 9, 2022. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 A.M. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dalton with Father Tim Stoner and Father Bryan Ernest officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Dalton. Services will be live-streamed on the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel Facebook page and rec... Full story
R.B. Moore, age 93, of Sidney, NE peacefully passed away on Friday, November 4, 2022, at Sidney Regional Medical Center. A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at 11:00 A.M. in Greenwood Cemetery, Sidney, NE. Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel on Wednesday from 1-6:00 P.M. and leave condolences for the family. You may view R.B.’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service, LLC is... Full story
LINCOLN - The Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) has recognized 83 Nebraska hospital employees for their exemplary service to health care by bestowing them with the organization's prestigious The Caring Kind award. For 43 years, The Caring Kind award has recognized Nebraska's most caring and compassionate health care heroes. This award honors outstanding health care employees who have demonstrated compassion for patients, cooperation with co-workers and dedication to excellence in their job... Full story
Sidney's Lady Raider Volleyball team made the trip to Lincoln to compete in the Class B NSAA Volleyball Championships on Wednesday, November 2, as the number 6 seed. Their first round match was at 11 a.m. against the 28-and-7 Norris Lady Titans, seeded number 3. It was the Lady Raiders' 14th time at the State Tournament, and Head Coach Julie Smith broke up the long drive to Lincoln by stopping at York for a practice in a different environment than the girls had ever played in, to help them... Full story
Potter-Dix's undefeated Coyote Football team hosted the 7-and-2 Pawnee Indians for the quarter-finals of the D6 NSAA playoffs at Combs Field in Potter Friday, and were dealt a loss that ended their season and hopes for a D6 State Title. After a coating of snow covered the Cheyenne County area Thursday night, a crew from M&S Drilling in Potter came out in the morning and cleared the field of the remaining snow for the game. The field was in good condition, and although chilly at kick off time... Full story
Madilynn Mitchell, daughter of Matt and Ila May Mitchell received First Place in the Nebraska Association for Family & Community Education (FCE), Inc. third grade environmental essay contest. Madilynn is a student at Leyton Elementary School. This year's theme focused on "How Can I Involve My Family to "Go Green". "There are many ways my family and I can improve on going green. Number one, my family, and I need to recycle plastic and reuse it. My family uses plastic a lot so we can start using... Full story
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