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The case against a Lodgepole woman arrested in May on charges of cultivating and possessing marijuana and mushrooms was bound over to the Cheyenne County District Court this week. Mylissa Pennington appeared before County Court Judge Randin Roland on Friday for a preliminary hearing. After listening to arguments from Deputy County Attorney Jon Stellar and Pennington’s court-appointed counsel – Sidney lawyer Steven Elmshaeuser – Roland ruled there was enough evidence to continue the proceedings against the defendant. Pennington, 18, and Dillo...
Parents and guardians of home-schooled students with disabilities who live within Sidney Public School District boundaries are invited to attend a meeting next week to discuss special education services. The meeting will take place on Monday, June 8 at 5:15 p.m. at the district administration office, before the monthly school board meeting. Angie Jacobson, the school district’s special education coordinator and psychologist, said the meeting is intended to ensure home-schooled students with special needs are identified and plans for p...
Road construction on Interstate 80 through Sidney is progressing despite the soggy weather. Wayne Rhamy, Nebraska Department of Roads project manager in Gering, said workers are doing the best they can with all the recent rain. "We could probably be a little further away, but it's looking good," he said. Work began this spring on eastbound lanes, from mile markers 51-69. Once that's completed, the multi-year project will move onto the westbound lanes, from mile markers 62-90. The eastbound lane...
The head of Cabela’s began his remarks during Wednesday’s annual meeting of shareholders by celebrating the company’s roots. Tommy Millner, Cabela’s CEO, thanked the City of Sidney, Cheyenne County and local businesses for “making this city and this county the greatest place in the world that we could run our company.” Minutes later, a lengthy round of applause sounded at Sidney High School, where the gathering was held, after Millner introduced Mary Cabela. Throughout the past year, Cabela had been present at many store openings, the CEO sai...
Whether Cheyenne County should apply for a livestock friendly designation through the Nebraska Department of Agriculture was discussed at a county commissioners meeting earlier this week. On Monday morning, county resident Tyson Narjes asked Cheyenne County Commissioners to consider filling out an application for the status. “It seems over the years, the county has kind of lost touch with agriculture,” Narjes said. “This is a way to show support.” Narjes said until recently, it was more of a promotional program: a resolution and some paperwo...
A motion for a new trial filed on behalf of Jason Assad, the Sidney man convicted of five felony charges in April stemming from a domestic dispute, was denied on Monday. Additionally, the court – in a nine-page order – found Assad eligible for enhanced sentencing because of his previous felony convictions. Sentencing is scheduled for Thursday, June 11 at 4:30 p.m. Cheyenne District Court Judge Derek Weimer issued his ruling three days after a hearing held last Friday where the prosecution and...
The failure of some drivers to stop for pedestrians at a busy crosswalk leading across 11th Avenue to Legion Park in Sidney is unsettling for a nearby homeowner. Because of the crosswalk's proximity to South Elementary School and Legion Park, it is heavily used throughout the year, Steve Wilson said. "I've lived at this house right next to crossing there for three years now, and I've seen cars skid around kids on bicycles," Wilson explained. The crossing has flashing lights activated by buttons...
Two Sidney Police officers involved in an April shooting that led to the death of a Sidney man are back on the job after a Nebraska State Patrol investigation determined the officers’ use of force was appropriate. Sidney Police Sgt. Chad Borgmann and Officer Austin Smith had been placed on paid administrative leave following the fatal shooting of Dana Hlavinka on April 19, a standard procedure following officer-involved shootings. “They have been back for quite a while,” Sidney Police Chief B.J. Wilkinson said on Monday. “The NSP’s investiga...
Year-round campsites at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds will no longer be available following a decision by county commissioners this week. A few campers already on the premises must leave by July 1, and, as of Monday, no new campers will be allowed to rent sites. Cheyenne County Commissioners made the unanimous decision Monday following a discussion begun last month. However, questions relating to whether the facility will be available for travelers to temporarily house horses was continued to the commissioners’ June 15 meeting. The motion p...
Cody Childers, of Sidney, practices on the driving range at Hillside Golf Course on Sunday evening as he enjoyed a break from the near-constant rain over the past two weeks and warmer temperatures. According to the National Weather Service, high temperatures throughout the week will remain in the 70s and 80s – however, thunderstorms are also forecast for the afternoons.Cody Childers, of Sidney, practices on the driving range at Hillside Golf Course on Sunday evening as he enjoyed a break from t... Full story
A Cheyenne County charitable organization has established an endowment to support community projects, programs and people. The Cheyenne County Fund was established in 2013 and encompasses Potter, Sidney, Dalton Gurley, Lodgepole – and the entire county. “The fund was set up in response to the need to try to provide a way to facilitate the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds project – the animal livestock facility out there,” said Jim Ernest, the fund advisory committee chairman. “Something needed to be done.” But Ernest said the organizatio...
A new trial for Jason Assad, the Sidney man convicted in April of five felony charges including first-degree false imprisonment, is being sought by his attorney. On April 27, 10 days after a Cheyenne County jury found Assad guilty, his counsel, Steven Elmshaeuser, filed a motion on behalf of his client for a new trial. Assad was initially scheduled to be sentenced on Friday. However, Cheyenne County District Court Judge Derek Weimer earlier this month ordered sentencing to be continued to June 11 at 4:30 p.m. A hearing regarding the motion for...
Expanding trade agreements, reforming tax laws and reigning in control of the executive branch are a few of the priorities recently identified by a Nebraskan congressional representative. Rep. Adrian Smith, who represents the third district of Nebraska – including Cheyenne County – in the U.S. House of Representatives, was in Sidney on Tuesday for "mobile" office hours. "I come back to the district a lot – my home is in Gering," he said during an interview at The Sidney Sun-Telegraph offices. "W...
A landscaping and beautification project planned for the corner of 11th Avenue and Old Post Road came closer to fruition on this week. Sidney city councilors voted to accept bids for the construction at a meeting on Tuesday night. The beleaguered project has faced multiple setbacks since it was proposed last year. After rising costs and a lack of bids, the construction was broken into three pieces – landscaping, a decorative wall and a sign. In the 2014-’15 budget, $190,000 was budgeted for the project. The bids approved Tuesday night – inclu...
"This is something they'll never forget ... something they can never take away from you." – Jim Holechek, member of Sidney's 1970 state championship team On Sunday, a parade made its way through Sidney, beginning near Interstate 80 and travelling down 11th and 10th avenues before turning onto Illinois Street and ending at the high school. The sirens – echoing off homes and businesses – were heard first, sounding from a pair of fire trucks and a handful of police and sheriff's vehicles. A few d...
A rainstorm on Monday morning followed by a constant drizzle led to a cancellation of scheduled events at the Greenwood Cemetery in Sidney. Events planned by the V.F.W. Post 610, the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 40 and the American Legion Post 17 were to include speakers, the laying of a wreath, a benediction, a gun salute and the playing of "Taps." Despite the cancellation, dozens of people turned out to honor those who died while serving in the armed forces. Cemeteries in other nearby... Full story
An effort to construct a new building at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds is moving along. Members of the Cheyenne County Fair Building Committee provided an update on the group's progress at a county commissioners meeting earlier this week. On Monday, Marty McMillen said the proposed project has shifted from a simple hay shed to a fully enclosed steel building that will serve as a livestock pavilion. The clock is ticking for the project since more than $40,000 in insurance money will be cut in...
The Sidney American Legion baseball season gets underway this Sunday afternoon at Legion Park. The Junior and Senior teams held their annual Red/Black scrimmage on Thursday night. SIDNEY SENIOR LEGION BASEBALL SCHEDULE Sunday, May 24 vs. McCook 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 26 at Gordon 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 27 vs. Hershey 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 29 at Gering Tournament 1 & 4 p.m. Sunday, May 31 at Gering Tournament TBA Tuesday, June 2 @ WestCo 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 3 vs. Gering 7:30 p.m....
Sports, arts, food, bull riding, a car show: the ingredients of a truly unique community gathering planned for next month in Potter. On Saturday, June 27, those activities – and a few more – will combine to make up the inaugural Potter CarBowl. Throughout the day, community residents and visitors will be able to participate or take in golf and duckpin bowling tournaments, a car show, a mini bull riding competition and cap it all off with a melodrama theatrical performance. And of course the...
The Cheyenne County Attorney’s Office has a new deputy attorney. Justin R. Huber, of Sidney, began his tenure earlier this week. On Tuesday, Cheyenne County Attorney Paul Schaub said he is looking forward to working with Huber. “He started working for Matzke & Mattoon here in town in August 2013,” Schaub said during a phone interview from Kearney, where he and Huber were attending training at a Nebraska County Attorney’s Association seminar. Huber graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Law in 2013. “He has excellent academic crede...
Classes at schools throughout Sidney ended for the academic year on Wednesday, and students will now be on summer break until mid-August. Sidney Public Schools Superintendent Jay Ehler said the past year has been punctuated by student successes, rising enrollment and new projects offering increased opportunities for the city’s youth. “A few of the big projects that have gone on the past year, we did get a new bus,” he said. “That’s about 10 years past due, and we’ve been saving for it the past few years.” The travel bus, which was delivered...
The types of companies that will be allowed to set up shop in the new Sidney Business Park was discussed this week. On Monday night, Sidney City Manger Gary Person told the Planning Commission a company has expressed interest in developing a lot in the new development. However, because the company would conduct retail operations, it is not currently permitted. The business park is only zoned for heavy industrial uses. Person said the company – Bomgaars – already has a location in Sidney but is looking for a new site to expand its store. Bom...
A Sidney Police Department investigation in September 2013 that led to the arrests of a Sidney man and two Sterling, Colo., women on suspicion of taking and sending sexually explicit photographs of young children in their care has resulted in two separate plea agreements. Earlier this month, Brandee Christensen, 31, pleaded guilty to one count of attempted violation of visual depiction of sexually explicit conduct, a Class II felony. The charge carries a potential maximum penalty of 50 years imprisonment, with a minimum of one year. In...
CHAPPELL – The Chappell City Council welcomed a new member this week. Dan Riley, who was recently appointed as a councilor, was administered the oath of office at the beginning of the council meeting on Monday night by city attorney Joel Jay. Riley was nominated to fill a vacancy opened after Rich Graeff resigned from the council last month. Councilors approved Graeff’s resignation, with regret, at the April 20 City Council meeting. Riley will serve the remainder of Graeff’s term, which extends through December 2016. At Monday’s meeting...
John Phillips has been appointed to the Cheyenne County Planning and Zoning Commission. Cheyenne County Commissioners approved the appointment at a meeting on Monday morning. His term is for three years and he becomes the eighth member on the commission. Colleen Terman, the county planning and zoning administrator, said up to nine people could be on the board at any given time. Phillips currently also sits on the City of Sidney Planning Commission – in his third term – where he serves as the vice chairman. Commissioners Darrell Johnson and Phi...
