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With expenses increasing for Cheyenne County Visitors Center, County Commissioners Monday questioned the effectiveness of its director, Heather Hausmann. Promotions fund expenses have increased drastically, according to information provided by Diane Scott, county treasurer. From July 2016 through June 2017, expenses totaled $240,056, a difference over its revenue of $63,454. It is the greatest difference between revenue and expenses over the previous four years combined. Lodging tax dollars...
VETERAN'S DAY ON TAP A number of programs are on tap to celebrate Veteran's Day this year to honor those who served in the U.S. Armed forces. On Friday, Sidney Regional Medical Center and Sidney Public Schools join for a program featuring Col. Lloyd Buzzell, Vice Commander of the Twentieth Air Force Global Strike Command at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, Wyo. The program begins at 2 p.m. in the Sidney Middle School Auditorium. ****** On Veteran's Day, November 11, the Sidney Elks Club w...
Tony Balandran of Sidney was honored by Regional West Health Services for his 20 years of service as an emergency medical technician. Balandran described the recognition as "wonderful" and "rewarding." "The reason being is because typically the lifespan right now in EMT is about five years," he said. "I love helping people. I think I am doing my calling." An EMT's duties and responsibilities are many. "A normal day involves checking in vehicles, making sure all the equipment's there and function...
Community Action Partners of Western Nebraska in Sidney has launched a food drive and coat drive leading up to the holidays. The non-profit helps people from Cheyenne, Kimball and Deuel counties, and takes referrals from Garden County, as well. CAPWN's food pantry, at 2241 Illinois St., is in need of non-perishable goods, Lorilei Stark, family & youth stabilization coordinator, said. "We order free items from the food bank in Omaha, but we are also requesting local families that are able to...
Mike S. Hartzler, age 55 of North Richland Hills, TX and former Sidney resident, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2017. Funeral services were held Tuesday, November 7th in the Light of the World Lutheran Church in Fort Worth, TX. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, November 11th in the Greenwood Cemetery in Sidney. Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel on Friday to sign Mike’s register book and leave condolences for the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in care of the family for future d...
Lynn J. Rowe, age 88 of Sidney, NE passed away Saturday morning, November 4, 2017. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Monday, November 13th at the Kimball Cemetery in Kimball, NE. Cremation has been held. Memorial contributions can be made in Lynn’s name to the Donor’s choice. A complete obituary will be published when available. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Lynn’s care and funeral arrangements....
Dixie Kripal, 87 of Lodgepole, Nebraska died early Sunday morning, November 5, 2017 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. Graveside services for family and close friends are pending. Holechek Funeral Home and Cremations in Sidney is serving the Kripal family....
Veterans Day Program • November 10, 2017 • Potter-Dix High School Gym 10:00 AM • Guest Speaker: Pastor Pete Morgan of the Christian Life Center • Free Bean Feed following program. Given by the American Legion Post 291 … Annual Bean Feed - Veterans Day • November 11, 2017 • Elks Club 5:00 - 7:00 PM •1040 Jackson St. Sidney, NE • All Veterans, their families & friends are invited to attend this Bean Feed … Dalton American Legion Auxiliary Veterans Day Soup Luncheon • Sunday, Nov. 12 • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at American Legion Hall in Dalton … Life Gr...
FLEMING -On Oct. 13, Peetz traveled to Fleming, defeating the Wildcats 39-26 in a night game. On Nov. 4, the Bulldogs defeated the Wildcats in the quarterfinals playoff game at Fleming 40-28. "They were well-prepared," Peetz coach Scott Sorensen said of the Wildcats after the game. The first quarter staged the game to be a tough contest with Peetz earning eight points to Fleming's six. The prediction wasn't far off for much of the game was a defensive battle. The first half ended with Peetz...
ELKHORN -- Continued improvement was one of the mantras for Sidney's volleyball team this season, a goal they ultimately achieved despite a disappointing district loss here Saturday. After securing a wildcard spot in the D8 Finals, the Lady Raiders made the long trip to Elkhorn South to face an opponent they really didn't know anything about. "We knew they were seeded fourth, and they had a good reputation as a tough team," said Sidney Coach Lu Howard. "But we didn't have any tape on them." Faci...
Tanner Wintholz, a 2013 graduate of Sidney High School, is closing out his college football career and the Sidney community is invited to help him celebrate. He has played noseguard for the Chadron State Eagles for four years. Sidney High School football coach Chris Koozer has put together a “Tanner Wintholz Appreciation Day” to honor Wintholz. Winthoz’ accomplishments will be celebrated Saturday, Nov. 11 when the Eagles host CSU-Pueblo for their last home game. Kickoff is at noon. Tickets are $10 at the door and there will be designated seatin...
The Potter-Dix Coyotes volleyball season came to an end Thursday when Hyannis defeated them 3-0. The Coyotes had just defeat Creek Valley Tuesday, Oct. 31 in a hard-fought five-set match to meet Hyannis the following Thursday in the next level of playoffs. Hyannis defeated Potter-Dix 25-23, 25-21 and 25-21. “The girls played well versus a tough 27-1 Hyannis squad said Potter-Dix coach Brad Hicks. Potter-Dix’ seniors lead the squad with Trinity Langley credited for nine kills and 10 blocks. Audre...
Mary Ann Raddatz, 94, of Iowa City, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2017 at The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Burial will be in Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, NE. Mary Ann was born on November 21, 1922 in Sidney, NE the daughter of Fred and Crystal (Allen) Stephens. She was united in marriage to Virgil Raddatz on March 28, 1942 in Coronado, CA. He preceded her in death on November 25, 1995. Mary Ann enjoyed gardening, reading, and sewing. She was a member of DAR, Fort...
Jill A. Stegeman, devoted mother and grandmother, died unexpectedly on November 3, 2017 at the age of 57. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service is in charge of Jill's care and funeral arrangements. Cremation has been held. Friends may stop Thursday morning from 8-12:00 P.M. to sign Jill's register book and drop off condolences for the family. A service of remembrance will be held on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 2:00 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 484 Deaver Drive, Sidney, NE,...
VETERANS DAY ON TAP A number of programs are on tap to celebrate Veterans Day this year to honor those who served in the U.S. Armed forces. On Friday, Sidney Regional Medical Center and Sidney Public Schools join for a program featuring Col. Lloyd Buzzell, Vice Commander of the Twentieth Air Force Global Strike Command at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, Wyo. The program begins at 2 p.m. in the Sidney Middle School Auditorium. ****** On Veterans Day, November 11, the Sidney Elks Club...
