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CHEYENNE COUNTY - Beginning Monday, July 15th through Sunday, August 25th hired contractors from Cheyenne and Morrill Counties will be conducting post storm assessments to access damage. Contractors will have an official Wheat Belt logo visible on their equipment; the crews will be on foot and remotely flying drones. Long hours and weekends are currently planned in order to promptly speed up the process and complete tasks. If your property was effected by the April 6th storm and requires...
"Small town values, big-time opportunities". The saying that greets you as you cross into the city limits of Sidney is not only true of the town itself but also its offerings for Summer. As part of Take Back Health & Fitness' annual obstacle course and 5k run, they have officially partnered with the Cheyenne County Fair and Rodeo for a day filled with action, adventure and cold beer, and it all begins at 9:00 am on Saturday, July 27th at Legion Park. Looking to offer more than just the usual...
Enter Elston House and you're transported into a world of diverse art, make your way through the different nooks and crannies of Elston House and you're sure to discover more than just clay. Offering an extensive selection, one of Sidney's newest downtown businesses is sure to impress and delight with its unique flair of pottery to-go kits, local artworks, homemade jams and jellies, crocheted items, woodworking, jewelry, and its newest addition: hands-on pottery classes. Owners Matt and Sarah...
Cars honk as they drive past the staple on the hill, Balfour's Firework Stand; a local hot spot of 55 years for those seeking only the best for their firework displays, Bob Balfour Sr. waves at the passersby and proudly welcomes all who step foot on his driveway. If you've ever made the trip to Balfour's during the first week of July, you know not only fireworks await you, but Bob Sr.'s spectacular sense of humor as well, offering a few "freebies," and if you're lucky, maybe a joke too....
One is surrounded by plants as you enter Take Back Health & Fitness' new location at 1700 Illinois Street; walk inside and you're greeted as a friend. Leaving after a morning workout, Kalena Seaman reminds her client of their progress and sends them off with a pleasant "K, love you, bye," as she and her patron exchange a "foot high five." The vision of Amanda Bauer and Seaman, TBH&F began as an idea seven years ago when the duo teamed up to help one another with their personal fitness goals....
SIDNEY - The quiet neighborhood mirroring the Sidney Volunteer Police Department and the Sidney Public Library was rocked Wednesday afternoon, June 26th, by a serious collision caused by speeding in an intersection with no stop signs and no clear indication of right of way. As the summer heats up and traffic increases, an important question should be asked - are our community children safe on the sidewalks, or crossing the street? Residents Ray Garrett and Taylor Hagemeyer were traveling in...
SIDNEY – Downtown was filled with local talent as dozens gathered together Friday, June 28th for Keep Sidney Beautiful's first ever outdoor Open Mic Night at Pedalers Corner, 840 9th Avenue. The surroundings served as a small amphitheater for the evening. Featuring a showcase of sounds and sights, the evening wove a colorful tapestry of entertainment. A collection of spoken word, original and covered songs, Broadway show tunes and even fancy dance moves graced the pavement just outside of P...
Summer is here and with it, the raiding of cabinets and cupboards in your kitchen. To help you combat the stress of Summer snacking, Sidney Public Schools is offering a program tailored towards your children's appetites, and all for the affordable price of free. • For: Children aged (1-18) years old; • Where: Sidney High School located at 1101 21st Avenue; Mobile Unit: North Elementary (pick up and go breakfast/lunch daily from 11-11:20) located at 1620 Dodge Street; • When: June 3rd throu...
All aboard a raft fresh off of the Mississippi River, Huck Finn's High Tailin' Adventures splashed into Sidney this past weekend. Based on the classic novel written by Mark Twain and adapted by Susan Pargman, the children's production kicked off Way Out West's 31st year as a community theatre in Sidney. A twist on the original tale published in 1884, Huck Finn's High Tailin' Adventures tells the story of a young boy searching for a better life while helping his friend, Jim, escape the...
Looking for something fun to do in the convenience of your hometown? The Sidney Public Library located at 1112 12th Avenue has just what you’re searching for, and more. Boasting children, young adult, and adult reading programs, the opportunity to claim different local prizes for your time reading is an option this Summer. “I’m looking forward to seeing everyone’s expressions. We’ve had some fabulous prizes donated this year,” Heather Rohm head of the adult reading program had to say, “I’m a...
Summer just got a little hotter, and it's all happening right in Potter. The 10th annual Car Bowl celebration will kick off the end of June for Cheyenne County. Beginning Friday the 28th, the weekend long event is sure to itch your car and bowling fever. The event originally sparked as an idea for families to come together outside to not only enjoy the Summer sun, but to savor a moment while not worrying about the cost. “We started the Car Bowl to peak interest in our historical melodramas, b...
As part of Keep Sidney Beautiful's initiative to do just that, the Yard of the Month contest has officially opened for submissions. Not limited to “in town” Sidney residents, the opportunity umbrellas out to the rest of Cheyenne County as well; whether it be your neighbor, family member, or even yourself, all residential homes are eligible for the community competition. “Yard of the month is a fun and friendly way to show off your yard,” Michelle Haun, Educational Director for the program...
Kelsey Arrington Sidney Sun-Telegraph Set to open this weekend at the Elk’s Lodge located at 1040 Jackson Street in downtown Sidney; Way Out West’s latest children’s production of Huck Finn's High Tailin' Adventures is soon to set sail this coming Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The tale is a new twist on the classic adding to the original story of Huck Finn; “A part two, if you will,” comments Co-Director, Jeremy Narjes. An integral part of WOW since its origins 30 years ago, Narjes has served as...
The second weekend of June in Sidney kicked off Summer with the 20th Annual Gold Rush Days celebration at the green space in Legion Park. A family-friendly event that's sure to entertain, educate, and impress, the yearly festival serves as a chance to get out of the house and explore the integral history of the area, all for the affordable price of free. Standing out not only for the inexpensive time out but the true Western feeling as well, Sidney Gold Rush Days offers a glimpse into the late...
Kelsey Arrington Sidney Sun-Telegraph Tall free standing American flags, miscellaneous cars and their occupants lined the Greenwood Cemetery drives for the annual Memorial Day Service put on by Sidney's American Legion Post #17. A potential record attendance, the Monday morning remembrance commemorated 156 years of recognition for those who have valiantly served our country and never returned home again. As the red, white and blue enveloped the attendees, a peaceful and serene stillness crept...
As part of ALLO Fiber's Community Connect program, they are offering all Sidney non profit organizations the opportunity to utilize their services completely free of charge for the next three years. To apply for the Community Connect program, applications will be accepted until May 31st with one application accepted per organization, then the selection process will begin with the winning nonprofits being awarded the free three year service. The application can be found at ALLO's website:...
Leyton Public Schools 3rd and 4th grade classes were treated to a special "field" day promoting pollination, sponsored by the local Pheasants Forever High Plains Chapter #278. As part of the Pollination Program, biologists from the Panhandle were brought in to visit with students about the vital importance of pollinators not only to wildlife habitats but to our own lives as well. The PF Chapter then gifted students with orange t-shirts that read, "Pollinator Habitat Protect Pheasants Forever,"...
Kelsey Arrington Sidney Sun-Telegraph Sidney's newest business has officially opened its doors, Wild Starr Holistic Living Center located at 2201 Illinois Street is now open and operating for business. The brainchild behind the organic operation is Crystal Cook, herbalist and certified Reiki practitioner. With a passion and precision for studying herbalism for the past 10 years, Cook has now delved into business ownership. Having noticed a need for her practice in the community and surrounding...
The last day Sidney Senior's careers began with a bit of a retro twist as they made their way down Jackson Street on everything from scooters, bicycles, rollerblades, a rogue shopping cart, and even a vintage 4-person Surrey Bicycle towards the high school parking lot on a bright and cheery Spring morning, Monday, May 13th. Part of an annual tradition, the Senior Class friends decided this would be a fun prank to wish their childhood school days farewell. The Sidney High School Senior class...
Before the end of April this year, Minnesota had never heard of Sidney located in the Nebraskan Panhandle; but after the Just For Kix Nationals Competition, the same can no longer be said. Leaving a lasting impact on what was Sidney JFK's FIRST ever "Together We Dance" Nationals trip, the small but mighty team, now National Champions, and its instructor, Donna Fort, have brought home some serious hardware to show for their efforts. With the idea of traveling to Nationals originally beginning as...
The afternoon of Friday, May 10th is filled with opportunity; one just happens to be located at 2678 11th Avenue from 2:00 – 5:30pm. when C. Elliot Blooms will be hosting its first annual Mommy & Me Market, a special event honoring Mother's Day. A fun afternoon filled with ice cream, customized jewelry, a free photo booth, music, handmade items and other unique goods all provided by nine different vendors. For more information regarding the market, contact C. Elliot Blooms directly at: 3...
A 1,725-mile round trip to Mountain Home, Arkansas resulted in photos to last a lifetime. Kimberly Lowry, owner of Creative Design Photography in Sidney, made the solo bucket-list trip to capture the memory on film with Arkansas family by her side. "To see this is like an experience out of this world, as cliché as it may sound," Lowry who planned the entire trip months in advance by weather reports had to say. An avid explorer of eclipses, this is the second time she's traveled out of her way...
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."...
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...
Kelsey Arrington Sidney Sun-Telegraph What can only be described as an icon in the community, Dude's Steakhouse and Brandin' Iron Bar & Lounge located at 2126 Illinois Street has the same quality taste and ingredients served to generations of locals for the past 72 years. In formal recognition of their outstanding reputation, 'America's Best Restaurants' will be traveling to Sidney to feature them on May 8th with an open invitation to the public. A true family affair, Dude's is now owned and...
