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  • Cheyenne County Republican Convention to be held at Security First Bank in Sidney

    Mar 14, 2024

    The Cheyenne County Republican Convention will be held at the Security First Bank meeting room,  March 22, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., featuring guest speaker Paul Strommen, Candidate for Senate District 47. At the County Convention, party officers and delegates are elected to represent Cheyenne County at the Republican State Convention, to be held on May 18, 2024, at the Cornhusker Hotel in Lincoln, NE,  All state rules and forms governing the County Convention process can be found on the Nebraska GOP website at ne.gop. Registered delegates will be...

  • Panhandle Business and Professional Women Encourages Scholarship Applications

    Mar 14, 2024

    SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. – Women who are seeking a college education are invited to apply for scholarships from Panhandle Business and Professional Women (BPW).  Panhandle BPW is part of a national foundation that advocates for gender equality in the workplace and supports the development of female business professionals. Chartered in 1981, Panhandle BPW is one of the largest BPW organizations in the state. Through annual fundraisers, the Scottsbluff-based chapter proudly presents $1,000 scholarships to non-traditional female students. To apply,...

  • Letter to the Editor:

    Mar 14, 2024

    Yes, Nebraska’s current tax system is broken beyond repair according to Mark Bonkiewicz, one of three EPIC Option spokespersons. Mark has been presenter at several Town Halls in Sidney, and most recently presented on February 26th in Gurley, and February 27th in Oshkosh and Brule. The number of Nebraska property owners who are disgusted with our current property – income – inheritance tax burden in our state continues to increase on a weekly basis. For years, Nebraska legislators have promised to reduce the property tax burden yet have...

  • Engaging Agriculture: Ideas For Estate and Transition Planning: Monetary Compensation

    Jessica Groskopf, Nebraska Extension Agricultural Economist|Mar 14, 2024

    By Jessica Groskopf, Nebraska Extension Agricultural Economist For many farm and ranch families, bringing children or grandchildren into the operation is the ultimate goal. Successfully bringing additional family members into the operation may require some creativity, as all parties need to maintain a viable standard of living. This series of articles will highlight ideas and tactics for bringing another family member into the operation. One tactic is to provide new family members with monetary compensation, such as an hourly wage or salary. Th...

  • Army Cutworm Scouting Urged in Western Nebraska Wheat and Alfalfa

    Mar 14, 2024

    By Julie Peterson, Extension Entomologist at the West Central REEC; Jeff Bradshaw, Director of the Doctor of Plant Health Program; Updated by Pin-Chu Lai, Extension Entomologist at the Panhandle PREEC; and Gary Stone, Nebraska Extension Educator With the recent warm weather in Western Nebraska, army cutworms have been spotted in southern Sioux County and central Lincoln County. With spring approaching, this pest may be seen in Nebraska crop fields in the near future. It is an important time to scout for army cutworm, particularly in winter...

  • Sidney FFA CDE 3 Results are in

    Mar 14, 2024

    Agriscience - State Qualifier 1st place Team Jordynn - 3rd Josette - 4th Valerie - 5th Rylan - 7th Meats - State Qualifier 4th place team Mady - 17th Taylor - 22nd Dru - 23rd Peyton - 30th Both of these teams also competed at the Frontier Co. Invite last week in Eustis, NE. Agriscience 2nd place team Jordynn - 8th individual Josette - 10th individual Meats 10th place team Sidney FFA would like to thank Brian Sprenger for putting in the hours coaching the meats team! They truly appreciate all...

  • Oh, The Places You Will Go: Library Celebrates Dr. Seuss' 120th Birthday

    Kelsey Arrington, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 14, 2024

    The annual Dr. Seuss Birthday Party, put on by the Friends of the Library, was held March 7 at the Sidney Public Library. The event, which has been a Sidney Library tradition for over a decade, features a variety of fun creative tactile games and activities and a photo booth inspired by classic Seussical tales, all provided by volunteers of FOTSPL. A non-profit organization dedicated to increasing the impact and awareness of our own library, FOTSPL holds events catered specifically towards conne...

  • Fusion Center Representatives Meet in Kimball

    Daria Anderson-Faden, Stevenson Newspapers|Mar 14, 2024

    See something. Say something. That was the message. The Kimball County Transit Service building was packed with local and state law enforcement, politicians, city and county employees, a group from Sidney, and citizens interested in learning about threat assessments and the need to report suspicious activity. Nebraskans are of the mindset to mind your own business, but speaker Lt. Monty Lovelace, director of the Nebraska Fusion Center, said those days are over. He said people need to be...

  • Hometown Liquor Rounds-Up March for Music

    Kelsey Arrington, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 14, 2024

    In the month of March, Hometown Liquor will be offering Round-Up Program dollars to the Sidney Raiders Music Booster Club. Last month's Round Up Program benefitted the Sidney FFA chapter with a donation of $1,532.00. The program allows for Hometown customers to round up to the next dollar, or more, if they wish to benefit the featured program for the month. "It's important to us that the Round-Up Program focuses on children's programs in Cheyenne County that might not have benefactors.", said...

  • Leyton Celebrates Read Across America

    Kelsey Arrington, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 14, 2024

    Volunteers flocked to Leyton Elementary the first week of March to read to the Kindergarten, First, Second, and Third Grade classes in honor of Read Across America. Guest readers included familiar faces, Kaylin Neumann (a Para for Leyton Schools), Matt McLaughlin (Leyton's Superintendent), Shirley Melton (a former Leyton Elementary Teacher), and Julie Milewski (an enthusiastic volunteer). Read Across America is an annual celebration commemorating the life and impact of Dr. Seuss and his many...

  • How to become an Ag Day Influencer

    Kelsey Arrington, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 14, 2024

    March 17-23 2024, marks National Ag Week, an event dedicated to increasing public awareness of agriculture's vital role in society. The Agriculture Council of America (ACA) wants you to spread the word about this important event by becoming an Ag Influencer. Here's how to do it. How it works The program is designed for college students or interns who are looking for experience in communication and community-building. The ACA has created an Ag Influencer toolbox with digital resources, ideas and...

  • Annual Eater Egg Hunt brought to you by Plummer Insurance

    Mar 14, 2024

  • Alluring Aroma: Savor & Grace Makes the Cut

    Kelsey Arrington, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 14, 2024

    A new location for Savor & Grace was celebrated with an official "cutting of the cheese" Monday morning at 824 Tenth Avenue in Downtown Sidney. Owner Jill Sauder is the mastermind behind the operation, a place you can gather together and enjoy fresh quality charcuterie eats and other healthy scrumptious goods. What is a charcuterie board or box? A French inspired meal consisting of cold meats, cheeses, preserves or hummus, fruits, veggies, nuts and other delectable treats. S&G offers their...

  • Sidney Hires New Economic Director

    Kelsey Arrington, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 14, 2024

    The Director of Economic Development position has been filled. Brandy Stone, a Potter native and graduate, has exemplified the true meaning of hard work and dedication. Having joined the Army straight out of college, Stone is no stranger to arduous tasks; Stone served as Active Duty for seven years before transitioning to a Reservist position. Stone's roots run deep in the community, with both her and her husband being from the area, the success of Cheyenne County is imperative. "I want to see...

  • Leyton Fine Arts Club Hosts Paint Party

    Kelsey Arrington, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 7, 2024

    The Leyton Fine Arts Club hosted a black light paint party February 16; with paint, supplies and snacks provided, good fun and great art was made by all. The party acted as a fundraiser for the Arts Club who take yearly field trips to fine arts related activities. Past years include a trip to the Denver Art Museum as well as WNCC musicals in Scottsbluff. Mrs. Hansen is in charge of the Leyton Fine Arts club, "we wanted to create a fun and unique ways of getting the community involved in fine...

  • Nebraska Young Artist Award: Local Students Honored

    Kelsey Arrington, Staff Writer, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 7, 2024

    The 2024 Nebraska Young Artist Awards have selected 3 area students as this year's recipients. The annual award is an honor bestowed to High School Juniors who are skilled in the areas of visual art, music, dance, theatre or film, and emerging media. Students are picked based on quality of work and rewarded with a private ceremony April 3rd honoring them on the UNL campus. Deanna Horst and Dru Weimer both of Sidney High School were chosen based on their talents in music, Monique Trejo a student...

  • Making Waves in Western Nebraska: PBS Special Highlights Local Murals

    Kelsey Arrington, Staff Writer, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 7, 2024

    Western Nebraska is home to a variety of beauty, from the splendor of waving fields of gold, to the stretching of magenta sunrises and sunsets on the wide open plains, there is a special brilliance to the painted treasures scattered throughout our quiet countryside and towns. Working as the brainchild behind many of these silent splendors is Nebraska native and Garden County art teacher, Lauren Olson. Originally inspired by the idea to make the town she was living in more colorful, Olson began...

  • Local Extension Office Fills Vacancy

    Kelsey Arrington, Staff Writer, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 7, 2024

    The Cheyenne County Extension Office has a new Manager and 4-H Aide, Victoria Edwards of Chappell Nebraska has officially filled the position. Edwards has deep roots in 4-H, a former grand champion showman, she's worked with livestock since was only 4 years old. The hard work and perseverance taught her valuable life and character skills that she continues to show into adulthood, "4-H shows you what working hard means and how rewarding it can be," Edwards had to say. Edwards grew up on a hog...

  • Potter's McConnell Is New Member of American Angus Association

    Mar 7, 2024

    Caden McConnell, Potter, Nebraska, is a new junior member of the American Angus Association®, reports Mark McCully, CEO of the national organization with headquarters in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Junior members of the Association are eligible to register cattle in the American Angus Association, participate in programs conducted by the National Junior Angus Association and take part in Association-sponsored shows and other national and regional events. The American Angus Association is the largest beef breed association in the world, with...

  • Wheat Belt Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients

    Mar 7, 2024

    Wheat Belt Public Power District and our partners, Basin Electric Power Cooperative, Tri-State Generation and Transmission, and Arbor Wealth Management awarded scholarships to five outstanding area students. Our scholarship program is designed to recognize achievements and provide financial assistance to students of our customers. We believe investing in the education of our youth is a shared responsibility and is in the best interest of our communities and businesses. • Peyton Abbot was awarded a $2,000 Wheat Belt Lineman Scholarship. He...

  • Nebraska Farm Bureau Launches Initiative Aimed at Assisting Farmers and Ranchers in Estate and Succession Planning

    Mar 7, 2024

    LINCOLN, NEB. – The Nebraska Farm Bureau is excited to announce the establishment of the Nebraska Ag Legal Professionals Group, a dedicated initiative aimed at assisting farmers and ranchers in estate and succession planning. This innovative group will focus on providing specialized legal counsel to farm and ranch families, ensuring a smooth transition of assets and securing a sustainable future for agricultural legacies. “One of the most discussed topics of conversation with our members has been about farm/ranch estate and succession...

  • South Platte Natural Resources District to Hold Public Meetings; Potential Changes to the GWMA Rules and Regulations

    Mar 7, 2024

    Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts have many responsibilities given by state statute, especially in protecting groundwater for use both today and into the future. With this objective in mind, the South Platte Natural Resources District (SPNRD) developed the Ground Water Management Area Rules and Regulations. While most areas of the SPNRD have adequate groundwater, this resource is not unlimited and tracking changes in groundwater quantity and quality is one of the NRD's many...

  • Open Mic Night: Keeping Sidney Beautiful

    Kelsey Arrington, Staff Writer, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 7, 2024

    The fourth Open Mic Night hosted by Keep Sidney Beautiful was well attended on February 28 at Beans & Steams Coffee House. "There's a lot of talent here in Sidney and this event just keeps getting bigger and better," Sandra Buckner, Executive Director of KSB had to say. The first performer of the evening was no stranger to the Open Mic stage, Michelle Haun, Educational Director for KSB, read a few of her own original works about rising up and out of hard times and romance. She then ended her...

  • Security First Bank Feeds Hearts Across the Plains

    Mar 7, 2024

    Security First Bank, with the help of customers, employees, and community members, collected over 5,309 food and personal care items to benefit area food pantries through their recently completed "Feeding Hearts" food drive. From February 1st through the 14th, Security First Bank collected canned goods, non-perishable food items, and personal care items at each of their 25 bank branch locations and 12 insurance offices throughout Nebraska and southwest South Dakota. The food drive was initiated...

  • Shamrock & Roll Run/Walk 5k

    Kelsey Arrington, Staff Writer, Sidney Sun-Telegraph|Mar 7, 2024

    The time has come to whip out your best running shoes and your cleanest kilt for the annual Shamrock & Roll Run/Walk 5k held March 16. The race is put on by the Cheyenne County Community Center with donations from patrons and sponsors. Cash prizes will be rewarded to the top male, female and youth with a FREE green beer rewarded to the first 50 runners. The race will begin March 16 in front of the Community Center at 627 Toledo St at 9am, for more information call Tara Gray at 308-254-7000...

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