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Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and YouTube are only a few creative social media outlets that are constantly being used to gain new information. Often overlooked, are the dangers of putting personal information online and the consequences of abusing technology. On Tuesday, Lincoln-based lawyer Karen Haase spoke with Sidney elementary, middle school, high school and parents about the consequences one can suffer when abusing social networking accounts and cell phones. She has traveled to mo...
A 30-year-old Dalton man was sentenced to four to eight years in prison Tuesday for engaging in a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old girl. William Lee was sentenced on a first-degree sexual assault charge, a class II felony. He was also ordered to register as a sex offender, submit a DNA sample and pay court costs of $507.28. Lee was arraigned last summer, stemming from an incident on May 30, when the 15-year-old girl’s mother caught her daughter sneaking back into their home at 2:20 a.m., according to court documents. The girl later admitt...
Rolland E. Vencil Chief Master Sergeant U.S. Air Force 1942-1967 Editor's Note: This story is one of many American Veteran accounts published in The Sidney Sun-Telegraph. The writer, who is from Potter, is conducting the interviews as part of the Library of Congress' Veterans History Project. Rolland "Chief" Vencil graduated from Kimball High School in 1941. A few months later, Japanese forces struck ships of the U.S. Navy fleet, killing more than 2,800 people and causing incredible...
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. – A traffic stop for speeding Tuesday on Interstate 80 in Hamilton County led to the seizure of 58 pounds of marijuana and one arrest. Just after 2 p.m. Tuesday, a trooper stopped an eastbound 2015 Chevy Suburban for speeding about a mile east of the Giltner exit on I-80. An NSP canine indicated to the odor of drugs coming from the vehicle. A search of the SUV led to the seizure of the marijuana. The marijuana was located in three duffle bags in the cargo area of the vehicle. The driver and lone occupant, George B. Kuckly, 4...
Bob D. Rufenacht, 84 years of age, a long time resident and businessman in Casper, Wyo., died peacefully at home Friday, Jan. 9, 2015, concluding his brave fight against advancing difficulties due to ALS disease. Such a full life; so much to say. Bob was born in a rural farmhouse north of Lodgepole, on Dec. 9, 1930, the son of Walter and Mattie (Bruns) Rufenacht. He grew up on the family farm north of Lodgepole along with one sister, Mary Ann (Horst) and four brothers, Carlton, Lester, Walter...
Ongoing Cancer survivor support group meets every third Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Dorwart Cancer Care Center. Great Topics and food. Call Leslie @ 250-1113 if questions. Saturday, Jan. 17 The Panhandle Quilt Guild will meet at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 17 at the First Baptist Church, 1402 T St., Bridgeport. Coffee is at 9:00. A pot-luck holiday celebration will be held. Bring homemade pin-cushions for exchange. Jan Sears will present “Appraisals and Tips about Quilts,” followed by a “Ten Minute Blocks” class presented by Tina Graham...
The following people appeared in Cheyenne County Court on Monday, Jan. 12, 2015, before the Honorable Randin R. Roland: Melissa Nienaber, age 23 of Sidney, appeared for arraignment, in custody of Cheyenne County Jail, on charges of Criminal Mischief, Class II Misdemeanor and Disturbing the Peace, Class III Misdemeanor. Nienaber requested court-appointed counsel. Based on appointment in other matters, still pending, the court-appointed counsel to represent Nienaber. Entry of plea is scheduled Jan. 26, 2015. Nichole Sandoval, age 32 of Sidney,...
The Panhandle NE National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors his accepting applications for two $500 scholarships to be awarded in April. Applicants must be 2015 graduating seniors attending an accredited high school in Western Nebraska, have an above-average GPA, demonstrate good character and leadership in school, church and community and be planning to further his/her education after graduation. Preference will be given to candidates interested in courses of study including education, business, management, finance, marketing,...
If you’re an investor, you probably had a pretty good year in 2014. But what’s in store for 2015? It’s essentially impossible to make precise predictions about the performance of the financial markets — but it is possible to identify those economic conditions and market forces that may help shape outcomes in the investment world for 2015. By paying close attention to these conditions and forces, you can gain some valuable insights as to what investment moves might make sense for you. Here are a few of these moves: Consider adding stocks....
DALTON – After its shooting went ice cold in the third quarter, the Leyton High girls' basketball team wasn't able to duplicate its season-opening win over Bridgeport in a non-district game Tuesday night. The Lady Warriors record slipped to 4-6 following the 38-24 loss to a team two school sizes larger. Leyton, however, maintains a solid 2-1 mark in District D2-11. The Bulldogs' record improved to 7-4 and they sit at 1-2 in District C2-12. Dani McKay led the Warriors in scoring with six p...
DALTON – The latest renewal of a basketball rivalry that goes back many decades took place Tuesday night as Bridgeport beat Leyton in convincing fashion 67- 40 in a non-distict matchup. The Warriors' record slipped back to the .500 mark at 5-5 (3-0 District D2-11) while Bridgeport improved to 9-2 (2-1 District C2-12). Leyton was led in scoring by senior Cody McKay with 15 points, while sophomores Drew Brenner added 11 and Zach Hellie seven. Bridgeport's 6-5 junior forward Quentin Baxter was g...
The Potter-Dix High boys' basketball team let a close game slip through their fingers in the fourth quarter Tuesday in a 56-42 setback to host Kimball Longhorns. The Coyotes battled through a 22-19 half and stayed within that three-point margin after 24 minutes, 34-31. The trouble began over the final eight minutes when the Longhorns doubled up Potter-Dix 22-11. The Coyotes were inserted as the fifth seed in the MAC Tournament which opens up next Tuesday. They will visit No. 4 Garden County in...
BOYS Bridgeport 67, Leyton 40 Bridgeport 15 13 16 23 – 67 Leyton 10 11 6 13 – 40 Bridgeport (67) – Quentin Baxter 24, Jason Amarteis 12, Wyatt Pankowski 9, John Pappas 8, Logan Linch 6, Andrew Nelson 4, Trevor Benavides 4. Leyton (40) – Cody McKay 15, Drew Brenner 11, Zach Hellie 7, Skylar Schumacher 5, Kenny Ernest 2. Haxtun 73, Creek Valley 32 Haxtun (Colo.) 26 14 18 15 – 73 Creek Valley 11 8 11 2 – 32 Haxtun (73) – Scorers unavailable. Creek Valley (32) – Brett Godfrey 11, Dane McConnell 10, Colin Brott 7, Gage Koenen 3, Wyatt McMillen...
