Serving proudly since 1873 as the beautiful Nebraska Panhandle's first newspaper
Serving proudly since 1873 as the beautiful Nebraska Panhandle's first newspaper
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Sometimes its hard to develop a social circle when moving to a new place. Sharon Bieganski solved this problem by forming Cycle Sidney, a community bike ride. Although Bieganski grew up in Potter, she moved back to Sidney from Colorado Springs last October. "I didn't know a lot of people and thought this would be a great way to meet new people," she said. When Bieganski and her husband lived in Colorado Springs they had access to a variety of outdoor clubs for those interested in running and bik...
People in Cheyenne County care about what happens at their fairgrounds. “We’ve been having conversations for over a year about the fairgrounds,” said Connie Hancock, UNL extension educator in Sidney. Extension staff in conjunction with a group of volunteers who call themselves the Dream Team are working to determine how to improve the grounds. The Dream Team came to a fork in the road and decided it needed some community involvement to decide where to take its plans. Public input is critical, in Hancock’s opinion. In order to gather the com...
When the subject of poverty comes up in conversation throughout the state of Nebraska, there is seemingly a misconception that surrounds how residents of the state perceive it. More often than not, there is a common belief that poverty is strictly contained within the rural areas such as the Nebraska Panhandle. However, the 2014 Kids Count report, which ranks states based on 16 indicators including educational, social, economic and physical well-being of children using data on local, state and national levels, shows that poverty is pervasive...
Brayten Lee Wheelock, infant son of Katilia Wheelock, passed away at the Sidney Regional Medical Center Monday, August 4, 2014. Funeral services are pending and will be announced when available. You may view Brayten’s Book of Memories and leave condolences for the family at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Brayten’s care and funeral arrangements.... Full story
Betty May Andrews was born in Townsville, Queensland, Australia on September 13, 1931 to William Francis and Celia May McDonagh. Betty was raised in the town of Ingham and obtained her education at the Victoria plantation state school and continued her studies in music and art of speech with the Sisters of Mercy at the Ingham convent. Betty was successful in attaining her letters of A.L.C.M. and A.mus.A the former degree entitling her to an honorary seat in the House of Lords in England. During... Full story
Dorothy Hays, 92 of Sidney, passed away early Tuesday morning, August 5, 2014 at Sidney Regional Medical Center, Extended Care. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, Aug. 8, 2014 in the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Sidney with Pastor Bradley Heinecke officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery. Memorials have been established to St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Cremation has taken place and there is no visitation at the funeral home. Friends who wish can stop at the... Full story
Ongoing Ladies Chamber Farmers Market at Hickory Square every Saturday during summer (through Sept.) from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Any Vendors with produce or crafts are welcome! Contact Margaret Lienemann at 254-7343 for info. The Sidney Public Library will be CLOSED Mon., August 11th through Sat., August 16th for maintenance and inventory Thursday, August 7 The Sidney High School Class of 1974 will hold a planning meeting on Thursday, August 7, 7 p.m at The Hillside Grill. Any questions, please call 308-249-5869. Friday, August 8 A Night of Hope... Full story
Unless you keep close track of obscure holidays and observances, you probably didn’t know that August is “What Will Be Your Legacy? Month.” Still, you might want to use this particular month as a useful reminder to take action on what could be one of your most important financial goals: leaving a meaningful legacy. A legacy isn’t simply a document or a bunch of numbers — it’s what you will be remembered for, and what you have left behind that will be remembered. It’s essentially your chance to contribute positively to the future, whether that...
Updated Men's Bracket Runza vs. Buffalo Point - Thursday, 6:15 pm on Field 1 Rod's Welding vs. Winner of Runza/Buffalo Point - Thursday, 7:15 pm on Field 1 Men's Championship Game Thursday, 8:15 pm on Field 1 - Runza and Buffalo Point each with one loss. Rod's Welding undefeated.... Full story
The Cycle Sidney group treks down the trail led by Deanna Flamig in orange.... Full story
