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Underneath Nebraska and seven other states is a precious natural resource that sustains life not only in Sidney, but in the areas that surround us and across the country. "It's said that Nebraska floats on water," Don Davis, information and education coordinator with the South Platte Natural Resource District (NRD) said. In 1972 the Nebraska Legislature combined 154 special purpose entities into twenty-three NRDs. Unique to Nebraska, NRDs are local government entities that protect natural resour...
With average temperatures this week rising above the ninety degree mark, it's a good idea for area residents to be diligent about their health both at home and on the job. Temperatures in the Sidney area are forecast to hit highs in the upper-eighties to mid-nineties, and according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration(OSHA) working in full sunlight can increase heat index values by 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat related illnesses could occur after long exposure to high...
With back to school looming on the fore front of the minds of parents and youth alike, TeamMates program is gearing up for the school year and looking for volunteers. TeamMates mentors are positive examples in students' lives providing them with support and friendship. Mentors are volunteers and meet with their mentee in a school setting an hour a week for a minimum of a year. Having that one on one time the pair spend their hour playing games, reading and discussing books, making crafts or...
Over the summer the Sidney Public Library held it's annual adult reading series. The program coincided with the youth reading program in an effort to promote the library. With summer drawing to a close and school starting in August this years program ended with the announcement of the winner from the youth and adult reading programs. Librarian Vickie Morlock said the adult reading program has been a part of the library's schedule for thirty years. During the summer months when an adult reader wo...
Roaring sounds echoed through the fairgrounds Thursday when Monster Truck Racing League (MTRL) rolled into town to perform at the Cheyenne County Fair. This is the second year for the monster truck event, and with stands at the fairgrounds full, seems to be growing in popularity. Line up for the truck show this year included monster trucks Jailbird, Wicked Sickness and Venom. Mark Andrew is the driver and owner of three beefed up monster trucks. The one he said he brought to the Sidney show,...
A Loaded grain truck was struck by a train when it stalled on the tracks near Gurley Wednesday night. According to the Cheyenne County Sheriffs office accident report, a Burlington Northern-Santa Fe train with thirty five cars and two engines was traveling north on a single track at approximately 46 miles an hour, when it struck the tractor trailer driven by Herbert Beck of Greenville North Carolina. Cheyenne County Sheriff John Jensen said, “the driver was out of the vehicle at the time of the collision.” Loaded with wheat, the tractor tra...
A Sidney bicyclist was transported to Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff Wednesday after he was clipped by the edge of a semi truck. According to the Cheyenne County Sheriffs office, a semi and trailer were headed east bound on Hwy. 30, when the driver of the semi, 40 year old David McKnight, observed a cyclist on the south edge of the road who was also east bound. McKnight attempted to move to the center line of the road however, with oncoming traffic he was unable to move safely away from the cyclist. “The semi driver tried to hug th...
A Sidney man's case was moved up to Cheyenne County District Court following an alleged assault that took place in the alley behind a local bar. According to the affidavit, at approximately 2:14 a.m. on July 13, a medical team was dispatched to Stewie's Bar in Sidney, where a male victim had claimed to be physically assaulted. A suspect was not on the scene. The affidavit states that Brian Everingim was found inside Stewie's bar visibly upset and bleeding from the head, nose and mouth....
Rodeo Queen Ashlyn Roelle and the Lady in Waiting, Carissa Radtke will represent Cheyenne County for 2016-2017. To become rodeo royalty, it takes more than just a sparkly crown and an amazing wave. Roelle said the process takes quite a bit of practice. Like all good royalty the process starts with a dress. "We have to have a western dress for the judging competition," said Roelle. "There are a few requirements for the outfit, some of which include the cowboy hat and boots, and the belt buckle."...
Casey Donahew has come a long way in his journey, from a farm boy in Texas to a chart topping performer on the music scene. He is set to play the stage at the Cheyenne County Fair Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Before his love of music, Donahew had and a love for riding and team roping on the farm. The spark he has for music was first introduced with a guitar given to him be his grandpa. An alternative country musician, he has played venues of all sizes from Red Rocks to county fairs, consistent...
Residents gathered in Hickory Square Saturday to enjoy food, family, friends and sounds of the 70's from the popular 70's band The Eagles, performed by The Long Run tribute band. An American rock band formed in Los Angeles, the Eagles were created in 1971 by Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Bernie Leadon, and Randy Meisner. With five number-one singles, six Grammy Awards, five American Music Awards, and six number one albums, the Eagles were one of the most successful musical acts of the 1970s. The Long...
This is the 3rd year for Sidney Regional Medical Center's Dash for the Splash Triathlon. This fundraiser event benefits Sidney Swimming Pool and Deadwood Trail expansion projects. Randi Norton, marketing and public relations for SRMC said, "Dash for the Splash began in 2014 as a different way to encourage members of the community and surrounding areas to get out there and get active." She said, "the triathlon also serves as one of several initiatives for the Community Health Needs Assessment....
A Sidney woman originally charged with 21 class III felony counts of burglary, was sentenced to serve 25 to 50 years in prison on a lesser charge of five class III felony burglary counts. Mindy Richmond was arrested on June 11, 2015 after another woman, Tanya Yates, approached the Sidney Police Department and told authorities Richmond had carried out multiple burglaries. According to court testimony, Yates provided police with a list of county residences that had been burglarized. Law...
Last man standing wins in the upcoming Cheyenne County Fair's popular demolition derby event. A demolition derby is a survival of the fittest contest for your vehicle. You, along with five or more vehicles, ram, smash, and crash into each other until only one vehicle is still operational. The motorsport usually takes place at a county fairground in a dirt field or gravel circle. Often, the track will be soaked with water so the cars will have to contend with mud, which slows down their speed....
Sixteen youth and two adults were in this year's southern Nebraska panhandle delegation to the 4-H Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) at the National 4-H Conference Center in Chevy Chase, Maryland, in late June. Trip sponsor and Extension Educator in Cheyenne, Kimball-Banner Counties, Cynthia Gill said, the group began meeting in November to plan their nine-day trip that began in New York City. Flying out of Denver International Airport on June 16, the delegates landed in Newark, New Jersey...
Burke Splichal and his sisters Sarah-Kate and Audrey Splichal have all been participating in scouts since they were young. Burke, 14, said he started as a Cub scout when he was seven. His determination and diligence to the organization has moved him through the ranks. Burke recently completed his requirements to become an Life Scout, one step closer to Eagle Scout, the highest rank in the Boy Scout organization. Working his way up was not an easy process, In the ranks there is a multi-level...
Cabela’s has released further information on the number of employees affected by the partnership with Quad/Graphics. On May 25, Cabela’s announced it would be transitioning its creative services to an outside company, Quad Graphics. Quad/Graphics is a media and print provider with its corporate office in Wisconsin. Quad Graphics has 54 locations across the country, and global locations in Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Mexico and Peru. With questions circulating about the future of Cabela’s the approximate numbers of affected employees were...
Jessica Song teaches her daughter, Naomi how to skateboard at the Legion Park pond, Thursday. Jessica used tutorials she found on YouTube to teach Naomi, the Songs moved to Sidney three months ago from China....
Hog riders get in touch with their “feminine side” for a special cause, as they travel across the state this weekend from Manley to Gurley. While discussing different event ideas, members of Frontier HOG in Lincoln conceptualized the Fun Run motorcycle ride that will span the length of the state. “It sort of started out as joke and has become so much more,” said Ride Coordinator Brad Christensen. Frontier HOG began in 1987 when Dave and Deb Fischer opened Frontier Harley-Davidson in Lincoln, the chapter now has 700 members. Starting in Manley,...
In a regular meeting Tuesday, area farmers brought concerns about noxious weeds before the Cheyenne County Board of Commissioners. "Approximately five years ago, a group of farmers, some are here today, went to the agricultural office trying to get something done on noxious weeds, and out of that meeting nothing happened," Bob Lafler said. "I think its ridiculous that I have to go to the sheriff to get something done," Lafler said. Lafler's complaint is that his neighbors' lack of noxious weed...
Residents are encouraged to brush off their golf skills for the 13th Annual Cheyenne County Chamber's Glow Golf Scramble. "This is the Chamber's biggest fund raisers of the year," Chamber Director Denise Wilkinson said. "Not all of our operating costs are met by memberships." A scramble format is often used at large-scale golf events, with a prime advantage of allowing players of all abilities to contribute to the team's success. According to Chamber member Katie Haas, the four-man scramble...
Sidney Volunteer Fire Department set the sky aglow Sunday evening, for Sidney's annual fireworks display. "We have been doing a show for more the 40 years," said Fire Chief Keith Stone. Crowds were wowed for about thirty minutes Sunday evening, however, there is a lot more time that goes into preparing the dazzling display. "We order the fireworks in April, when they arrive we store them to ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) standards," Stone said. "The entire process...
Sidney Electric Department continues to convert the city of Sidney to underground power lines, planning to bury around 50,000 feet of electric lines within the next three to five years. Electric Superintendent Mike Palmer said, the conversion began in early 2008, with south side of town finished around 2011. Palmer said the overhead lines were becoming less useful, and it was time to replace them. “It is also aesthetics,” said Palmer, “and the underground lines, are less susceptible to storm damage and outages.” After completion of the south s...
HydroGeological Inc.(HGL) recently requested right of entry to the Cheyenne County right-of-way at the former Sioux Army Depot. Cheyenne County Commissioners approved the request at the Board of Commissioners meeting June 20, giving HGL access to the Sioux Army Depot. In the meeting, Cheyenne County Attorney Paul Schuab said HGL was contracted by the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers to complete an Environmental Protection Agency(EPA) evaluation of the area. County Commissioner Darrell Johnson said HGL is testing the water for any potential...
Weather permitting, the City of Sidney Street Department will be conducting a chip sealing project from through July 13. According to the Nebraska Department of Roads (NDOR) website, chip seal a thin layer of crushed aggregate applied after the roadway has been sprayed with asphalt. Sidney Street Superintendent Hank Radtke said the city has been patching and removing weeds from designated roads in preparation for the project. Chip sealing, said Radtke, begins with a covering of oil applied to the street, the rock is then applied and rolled...
