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DHHS Reports First 2021 Human Case of West Nile Virus
Lincoln – The first human case of West Nile virus for the 2021 season has been found in the Elkhorn-Logan Valley Health Department area (Burt, Cuming, Madison, and Stanton Counties). The person who tested positive was not hospitalized, according... 
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'Church Guys' Researching Catholic Parishes
The Nebraska Church Guys” set out to document the history and architecture of Catholic parishes in Nebraska. Written above the door leading into Ron Sack’s den is the quote, “When a person...
Is Roth IRA Better for Young Workers?
If you’re in the early stages of your career, you’re probably not thinking much about retirement. Nonetheless, it’s never too soon to start preparing for it, as time may be your most valuable asset. So, you may want to consider retirement...
Psalm 23
1 The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside still waters; 3 He restores my soul. He leads me in right paths for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear...
South Platte NRD July 13 Board of Directors Meeting
On Tuesday, July 13, 2021 the South Platte Natural Resources District (SPNRD) Board of Directors (Board) held its monthly meeting at 5:00 p.m. in the South Platte NRD Conference Room (551 Parkland Drive, Sidney NE). Ryan Reisdorff, Water Resources Sp...
State Department of Agriculture Announces Cicely Batie as Agency's New Assistant Director
LINCOLN – Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) Director Steve Wellman has announced the hiring of Cicely Batie for the position of assistant director. Batie, who has education and experience in...
Bindweed Spreading in Sidney
The City of Sidney Code Enforcement Officer mailed over one hundred letters this morning to property owners where bindweed has been observed to be growing and spreading. Code Enforcement would like...
The Well-Armed Woman
You’ve packed up, found your spot on the range, unloaded your gear, and you’re finally ready to start shooting at some targets. But now what? If you don’t have a plan for your time at the range, you can easily blow through a box of ammo...
DHHS to Launch Program for Foster Children Impacted by Pandemic
Lincoln – The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Children and Family Services (CFS) is pleased to announce a new program dedicated to providing additional assistance and services to foster children who were...
Leadership Class Graduates
— The Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class graduated nine students recently at Beans and Steams Coffee House. Leadership Cheyenne County (LCC) is a ten-month program that promotes a...
Celebrating Moms and Working Mothers Around the Panhandle with World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1-7
The World Breastfeeding Week is August 1-7, 2021. Join us in celebrating this week by supporting moms and working mothers around the Panhandle. Breastfeeding is one of the best investments for healthier moms, babies, families, organizations, and...
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Sidney Police Department July 14 2:43 am, Traffic stop, Chase Blvd. 3:24 am, Suspicious Person, Panhandle Automotive Group, Illinois St. 8:56 am, Medical Call, Maple St. 8:59 am Medical Call, Cabela’s Corporate 2, Cabela Dr. 9:17 Parking...
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Sidney School Board Says No to Health Curriculum
The Sidney School Board approved a measure standing against the health education curriculum proposed by the Nebraska Department of Education. The measure was approved unanimously in the July 12...
Lawn Waste Disposal Options
The City of Sidney Solid Waste Department has been noticing a number of City issued receptacles for household garbage only, with loose yard waste in them. We would like to remind our residents that any sort of yard waste including grass, weeds,...
The Right Emotions Can Be Useful In Investing
You may have heard that it’s important to take the emotions out of investing. But is this true for all emotions? Certainly, some emotions can potentially harm your investment success. Consider fear. If the financial markets are going through a...
Strength in Struggles
Are you having a good day? I surely hope you are! Nobody in their right mind would want to trade a good day for a bad day…….or would we?? As we look back over our lives, we can see how it was during our struggles that we were drawn closer to...
Panhandle Perspectives:
Three college students from different parts of Nebraska are spending the summer in the Chadron area of northwest Nebraska, learning while helping strengthen the community through the University of...
Black Hills Energy Recognizes Mike Schmidt on Coming Retirement
LINCOLN — On August 6, after 5 years with Black Hills Energy, Mike Schmidt is retiring. Schmidt joined the company shortly after the purchase of Source Gas, leading the Sidney area team as...
Does Award Scholarship to Felicity Beyer
Sidney Drove #94 of the Benevolent Patriotic Order of Does presented Felicity Beyer a $500 scholarship at their July Meeting. Felicity is the daughter of Michael and Melinda Beyer of Sidney. She has...
Daisies and Dragons to Focus on Entertainment
Sometimes in life the fun and recreational avenues present ways to become business ventures. That is what Eric and Nicole Bertrand are hoping. In 2018, the Bertrands took over the Daisies and Dragons...
Sidney Students Make Honors List at Nebraska Weslyan
LINCOLN — Nebraska Wesleyan University has announced its Academic Honors List for the spring semester of the 2020-2021 academic year. A student must have a minimum grade point average of 3.75 (on a 4.00 scale) for 12 or more hours of coursework to...
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Sidney Police Department July 9 7:56 am, Code Violation, Manor Rd. 9:02 am, Code Violation, Cedar St. 9:03 am, Code Violation, East Dr. 9:03 am, Code Violation, Manor Rd. 9:04 am, Code Violation, Manor Rd. 9:04 am, Code Violation, Manor Rd. 9:04 am,...
Potter Awarded Keno Funds for Ambulance
When an ambulance is called, the expectation is someone is needs a timely and professional response. The need for on-site medical care moved to ambulances informally called mobile emergency rooms....
How Does Social Security Fit Into Retirement
Here’s something to think about:You could spend two, or even three, decades in retirement. To meet your income needs for all those years, you’ll generally need a sizable amount of retirement assets. How will Social Security fit into the picture?...
Local Teachers Connect with Agriculture at National Conference
LINCOLN– With support from Lancaster County Farm Bureau, the Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation hosted eight Nebraska teachers and volunteers at the National Agriculture in the Classroom Conference...
