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  • Brauer sexual assualt decision upheld by state Supreme Court

    Caitlin Sievers|Dec 31, 2013

    The Nebraska Supreme Court upheld a ruling last week made in the state of Nebraska vs. Nathan Brauer, a sexual assault of a child case originally heard in Cheyenne County. The only issue raised in the appeal was whether there was enough evidence to conclude, beyond a reasonable doubt, that the touching that occurred constituted sexual contact. Sexual contact has to be reasonably construed to be for the purpose of sexual arousal or gratification. The justices were divided in their ruling. Four judges ruled in favor of upholding the district cour...

  • A look back at 2013

    Stephen McKay|Dec 31, 2013

    In addition to earning the pitching victory, Scott Phillips had a perfect day at the plate. This photo was taken during a weekend tournament in Hershey in which Sidney Post 17 pummeled the Trojans 18-2 in a five-inning game.... Full story

  • A look back at 2013

    Dave Faries|Dec 31, 2013

    Bags' Bar & Steakhouse in Potter celebrate a profitable night this past summer.... Full story

  • A look back at 2013

    Dave Faries|Dec 31, 2013

    Above, an excited Lou Ball, dressed up in a monkey costume, hurries off to the next stop during downtown Sidney's Halloween celebration.... Full story

  • Area Sports

    Stephen McKay|Dec 31, 2013

    Colin Brott (0) does battle in the offensive zone for the Storm against Sedgwick County on Friday, Dec. 20th.... Full story

  • The problem with New Year's

    Alison Rosen|Dec 31, 2013

    I’m tired of New Year’s Eve. I’m tired of the pressure, the anticipation, the crowds, the expense, the traffic, the countdown, the forced merriment, the ball dropping, the yelling and those stupid novelty glasses. I’m tired of feeling that wherever I am, there’s probably something better going on somewhere else. I’m tired of telling myself that this year I will really do it up and this year I will make the most of it and this year I will do something fun and festive with my makeup, to indicate that it’s New Year’s Eve and I am a fun person, a...