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The Cheyenne County Republican Party met Monday, April 22nd in the basement of Security First National Bank with approximately 20 in attendance. Ethical voting was among the hot topics of the evening, as were candidate bids for both the city council and school board. Open to the public for comment, they were then asked to state their questions, "There's a lot of discussion of voting machines, do we have them in Cheyenne County?" The County Clerk was prompt to answer, "We have an express vote."...
SRMC and the Nebraska Society for Respiratory Care recently announced that Kristin Narjes was selected at this year's annual convention as the Nebraska Respiratory Therapist of the Year. Narjes was nominated to receive this award by her team and it was voted on by all RTs in Nebraska. This award is a symbol of her hard work, dedication, and passion for patient respiratory care. The award is a huge accomplishment for Kristin, and recognition for the outstanding care that is provided in western...
The Centers for Disease Control and Protection (CDC) reports that H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) "is widespread in wild birds worldwide and is causing outbreaks in poultry and US dairy cows with one recent human case in a US dairy worker." Migratory waterfowl promote transmission of avian influenza (AI). Spring's moist, cool days provide an ideal environment for AI to spread through puddles and ponds. Commercial poultry firms generally work with their veterinarian to monitor AI conditions....
The annual Nebraska Tractor and Equipment safety certification course with hands-on safety will be held in June at Gordon and Gering. The courses are hosted by Nebraska Extension and Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Public Health. The two-day certification includes a Hands-On Safety Day with a written test and Tractor and Equipment Safety Training with a driving exam. Successful completion of Certification Days 1...
SIDNEY, Neb. - Western Nebraska Community College is thrilled to announce the launch of its expanded Commercial Driver's License (CDL) program in Sidney, beginning in Fall 2024. This expansion, made possible through a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, helps address the growing demand for skilled commercial drivers in the region. The U.S. Department of Labor's community funding appropriations request, supported by Representative Adrian Smith (NE-3), will facilitate the expansion of the CDL program at WNCC and at Northeast Community...
SIDNEY -- Panhandle Public Health District (PPHD) is continuing to take steps towards ensuring the safety and well-being of children in the community by offering free lead testing services specifically for in-home childcare. Free testing is provided by a grant awarded to PPHD from the National Center for Healthy Housing. This test is a $250 value, including the lab analysis and report write-up. Lead poisoning poses a serious threat to children's health and development, and in-home childcares can...
Sidney's newest fitness center was fired up with energy and passion as locals of all ages gathered together to participate in SAGA's Lift For a Cause on Saturday, April 27th. The third-year annual event, put on with the support and dedication of Liz Borgmann and other SAGA partners acts as a reminder to get the community involved physically while raising money to help our surrounding areas. SAGA – which stands for Sidney and Greater Area Fund, was initially founded in 2023 to provide o...
The Division of Medicaid & Long-Term Care will hold its Spring Listening Tour on "Medicaid Insights: Navigating Changes and Progress in 2024" and has a stop planned for Sidney on Tuesday, May 7, from 12-1 p.m. in the Sidney Public Library Conference Room, located at 1112 12th Ave. Information on the tour can be found at https://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/MLTC-Listening-Tour.aspx....
Everyone had a lot of fun and raved about the food they tried from the Hannah Swensen Mystery Series. Recipes like Corn Beef & Pepper Jack Quiche from "Coconut Layer Cake Murder", Lakeside Stew from "Pink Lemonade Cake Murder", Magic White Chocolate Souffle from "Wedding Cake Murder", Rainbow Pickles from "Christmas Cupcake Murder", Cocolattas Cookies from "Cherry Cheesecake Murder" and so many more. Congratulations to all our Door Prize winners! Finally, a big thank you to all the Friends...
SIDNEY-On Saturday morning, April 20, the annual Tree Giveaway was held at the Legion Park Shelter House. Although the location was different this year, there was snowfall in the morning, a seemingly regular occurrence that coincides with the Tree Giveaway. Parks Superintendent Tom VonSeggern said, “Just like clockwork if it's Tree Giveaway day, we're going to have some snow.” Although there was a chill in the air, it did not dampen the spirits of those who came out to take advantage of the free...
Nebraska's net farm income is projected to fall to $6 billion in 2024 and average $6.3 billion per year across the next decade, according to a new report from the Rural and Farm Finance Policy Analysis Center (RaFF) at the University of Missouri, produced in conjunction with the Center for Agricultural Profitability at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. While U.S. farm income projections topped a 2021 record with a new record in 2022 before falling in 2023, Nebraska net farm income took a fall...
UNL, Lincoln - Project partners of the Fertilizer Recommendation Support Tool have launched the nationwide tool FRST, a decision-aid that provides an unbiased, science-based interpretation of soil test phosphorus and potassium values for crop fertilization. The FRST project is a collaboration of over 100 soil science and agronomic professionals representing nearly 50 universities, four divisions of the USDA, several not-for-profit organizations and one private sector partner. This diverse partnership underscores the collective effort and...
To bring Sidney and Cheyenne County voters pertinent information on the County Commissioner and City Council candidates for the upcoming local primary elections to be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, the Sidney Sun-Telegraph reached out to the candidates via email. To maintain complete neutrality and non-bias, all candidates were emailed the same questionnaire at the same time, giving them the same amount of time in which to respond with their answers. The questions and their answers appear below...
1. What is your main purpose in running for this position? 2. Have you ever held another office, if so where? 3. What are your qualifications for this position? 4. Do you have any specific goals you are looking to achieve during your term? 5. How do you propose growing local businesses? 6. What do you think about transportation and infrastructure challenges here? 7. How would you get the community more involved in decision-making for the city? 8. There have been some safety concerns and crime is...
SIDNEY--On April 13 and April 14, two separate incidents in Sidney required police and fire department intervention, and law and enforcement and the court system are now involved to resolve both incidents and determine exactly what occurred. A little after 2 p.m. on Saturday, both Cheyenne County Sheriff's Department and Sidney Police personnel responded to a disturbance at WalMart, located at 3001 Silverberg Drive in Sidney. Deputy Zachary Goodrich of the Cheyenne County Sheriff's Department...
SIDNEY – Rebecca Noble’s Cabaret Theatre returns to the Sidney High School Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 3rd, with their new show, Songbirds, a celebration of the women who changed the face of music in the 60s and 70s. From Carol King’s “So Far Away” and “Natural Woman” to Barbra Streisand’s “Evergreen,” Carly Simon’s “Nobody Does It Better,” Dolly Parton’s “Nine to Five” and the Carpenter’s “For All We Know,” these ‘songbirds’ gave us musical moments that have endured for decades. The show will also include hits by Dionne...
The Fort Sidney chapter of The Daughters of the American Revolution met April 13 at the home of Sue Spiller. A "Spring Tea" was the setting for guests from other chapters in the Nebraska Panhandle. DAR members from Point of Rocks chapter in Alliance were guests. The District 1 director, Kim Butler, from McCook was also in attendance and presented a program on membership as well as activities that promote patriotism and education of our American way of life. The local Fort Sidney chapter...
SIDNEY--On Saturday, April 20, the Sidney Shooting Park will host its annual Banquet and Fundraiser at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds. The banquet is a highlight of the year for all shooters in the Cheyenne County area, and this year's event will also be a great time for all who attend. Meal tickets are $15, and include Rocky Mountain Oysters, Pulled Pork and Chicken Strips. There will be firearms raffles, and Live Auction and a Silent Auction. Some of the items that can be won include a 75th...
Over 7,000 FFA members, advisors, and guests attended and participated in the 96th Nebraska FFA Convention, held April 3-5 in Lincoln. Students competed in various contests all school year to qualify for the state convention. Those winning their Leadership Development Events, Career Development Events, and Agriscience Fair projects will go onto compete at the National FFA Convention against other states in their respective areas. Proficiency Area winners will also be judged at the national...
The Nebraska Farmers Union (NeFU) Board of Directors announced they voted to support an historic “Community Benefits Agreement” between Bold Nebraska and Trailblazer CO2 Pipeline, LLC. NeFU’s grassroots driven state policy on pipelines focuses on the fair and transparent treatment of landowners, first responders, and rural communities by pipeline companies, while not taking a position on carbon pipelines. The signing of the Community Benefits Agreement does not change NeFU’s neutral position on carbon pipelines. “NeFU’s Board of Directors a...
The public hearing on the amendments to the Districtwide Ground Water Management Area Rules and Regulations will be held Monday, May 13, 2024, at 5:00 p.m., at the SPNRD Office, 551 Parkland Drive, Sidney, Nebraska. Prior to the hearing, an information session will begin at 3:30 p.m. "The final draft has been submitted for review and comment to the proper state agencies which includes the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy, and the Nebraska...
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission began accepting applications for one 2024 bighorn sheep lottery permit on April 15. A $29 non-refundable application fee must accompany each application. Only Nebraska residents 12 years and older are eligible for the lottery. It is unlawful to submit more than one application in a calendar year. Residents may receive only one permit in a lifetime. The permit is not transferable. The application period began at 1 p.m. Central time April 15 and ends Aug. 2....
SIDNEY -- At approximately 12:53 am on Sunday, April 14, 2024, the Sidney Police Department, Sidney Fire Department, and the Cheyenne County Sheriff's Office responded to 1125 6th Avenue where there was a report made by a neighbor of a structure fire. At the time of the initial report, the occupant was on the premises, but not inside the dwelling. There was no one in the home, and no injuries were reported. The Sidney Fire Department is currently working with the Nebraska State Fire Marshal's...
MIKE MOTZ Sidney Sun-Telegraph SIDNEY--Cheyenne County residents generally are familiar with the Living Memorial Gardens at Legion Park, and if they’re not, once they discover the natural beauty waiting there, it quickly becomes one of their favorite places in Sidney. For many who frequent the gardens, it is not unusual to run into tourists and travelers who specifically have stopped off in Sidney to enjoy the natural beauty, as the Living Memorial Gardens has become a well-known attraction. L...
Now that it is political campaign season again, the City would like to take this opportunity to remind the candidates and the public of the following "Vision Clearance Area" ordinance. While we would like to encourage candidates to get their names out there, we also want to avoid traffic accidents that could result in injury. Vision Clearance Area No sign may project into or be placed within a vision clearance area defined by a triangle with legs of 30 feet from the point at which the...
