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Dryland ag production in the High Plains is topic of Feb. 14 meeting at Sidney
What challenges are facing dryland crop and livestock production on the High Plains? How is research by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln addressing the challenges? What are the lessons from that research? All these questions and more will be addres...
NRCS and NRDs Partner on Dam Assessments
LINCOLN, Nebraska – To ensure water infrastructure safety, Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) partnered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) on several dam assessments across the state....
NRDs Taking Orders for Spring Conservation Tree Plantings
LINCOLN, Nebraska – The deadline is approaching to order conservation tree seedlings from your local Natural Resources District (NRD). Since 1972, Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) have worked with communities and landowners to...
Sidney is Bracing for Impact
With the United State Air Force's new intercontinental ballistic missile system expected to break ground in 2026, the cities of Sidney and Kimball are preparing for impacts from the multi-year...
Mr. Smith Calls From Washington
Nebraska's Senior Congressman, Representative Adrian Smith, was scheduled to visit Sidney earlier this month but his trip was canceled due to recent winter storms. The congressman, however,...
By sea or by air
Students who desire to serve their country as officers in the United States military have the opportunity to apply to the U.S. Military Academy, the Naval Academy, the Air Force Academy, the Coast...
Biblical Principles in the U.S. Constitution presented by The Joy Mission
The Joy Mission, 401 West 3rd Street, Julesburg, Colorado presents 10 Weeks of “Biblical Citizenship” a Civics Course focusing on Biblical Principles in the U.S. Constitution. Each Video Production by Rick Green, America’s Constitution Coach,...
Controlling and Using Snow
We're finally getting some decent moisture. Of course, it's the cold, fluffy stuff but moisture none the less. I hope you had planned for snow before winter as now may be too late to drive posts for a...
Farm Bureau Reminds Nebraskans to Claim Their Property Tax Relief During Tax Season
LINCOLN, NEB. – Nebraska Farm Bureau is reminding Nebraskans to claim their property tax relief through the state’s refundable income tax credit. The refundable income tax credit is considered property tax relief as the credit is based on...
Governor Pillen Signs Letter Condemning New WOTUS Rule
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen joined 24 governors from across the nation in defending water rights and access for farmers, ranchers, developers, businesses, and landowners. The governors are requesting that President Joe Biden delay...
Allo's all-fiber menu is good for Sidney's financial health
In April 2022, construction began on ALLO's all-fiber network in Sidney after working closely with the City to complete the necessary agreements. ALLO is installing an all-fiber network throughout...
Cruise N Class Celebrates 37 Years
Everybody loves classic cars, but relatively few are fortunate to own a piece of automotive history. At the Cruise N Class Car club, members do not have to own a classic ride, just have an appreciatio...
A few facts about maintaining the city streets
Did you know that maintaining 204 lane-miles is the equivalent of sweeping, moving snow and general maintenance on one lane of Interstate 80 to Cheyenne, Wyoming and back? The Sidney Street Department has 15 pieces of equipment of which, only ten...
Sidney School Board Names Finalists for Superintendent
The Sidney School Board met twice recently, in a Work Session on January 11, and in a Special Meeting on January 19, with the process of selecting a successor to current Superintendent Jay Ehler, who recently announced his retirement, on the agenda....
Nebraskans are invited to meet their "Dear Stranger" through letters
Humanities Nebraska (HN) has announced a special round of its letter-exchange program, “Dear Stranger.” Originally conceived by Oregon Humanities, “Dear Stranger” connects people from all over the state by inviting Nebraskans to write a...
Mayor Appointed to Housing Authority Board
The Sidney City Council unanimously appointed Mayor Brad Sherman to serve on the Sidney Housing Authority Board at their January 10 meeting. Prior to the appointment, the council discussed the goal...
Sidney makes 'mini' transactions for departments
The Sidney City Council approved expenditures for two different vehicles during their January 10 meeting. One will help reduce costs for the public transportation department while the other will...
Water we looking at here?
Sidney City Council discussed two engineering bids for the wastewater treatment facility on January 10. Most notable to the governing body was the discrepancy between the two bids, with one ten times that of the other. In December 2022, the City of...
Cheyenne Officials Sworn In
Mike Motz, Sidney Sun-Telegraph On Thursday morning, January 5, Judge Derek Weimer conducted the swearing in of elected officials in Cheyenne County. Weimers started the proceedings by saying, "This...
Suspect in Winners Robbery Still at Large
Mike Motz, Sun-Telegraph On Monday, January 2, at approximately 2:40 a.m. Winners, an entertainment venue featuring skill games with payouts, as well as video games and pool tables, located at 574 Cha...
Missoula Children's Theatre Returns with "Aladdin"!
Missoula Children’s Theatre is once again making its annual stop in Sidney, and local students will have another opportunity to be a part of this yearly tradition. Auditions will be held for the Missoula Children's Theatre production of ALADDIN on...
Sidney Library Hosts New Group for Area Teens
A new group for teens is meeting once a month at Sidney's Public Library to discuss and learn about the importance of free speech and communications in modern society. Library Director Amanda Eastin had the idea for the group, which is a small group...
City of Sidney Declares Snow Emergency
Due to the forecast of the Winter Storm Warning, the City of Sidney has declared a snow emergency effective Tuesday, January 17, at 5:00P.M. The snow emergency shall remain in effect until further... Full story
After Debate, Commissioners Approve $766k HVAC Project
A proposed expenditure of $766,000 to renovate the Cheyenne County courthouse complex's heating and air conditioning systems has raised questions about the cost of the project, the bidding process and ultimately if the taxpayers of Cheyenne County...
National Church Controvery Hits Home
Mike Motz, Sun-Telegraph- In what started as a solution to a decades-long conflict within the United Methodist Church, as well as many other Protestant denominations globally, the Global Methodist...