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The availability of drugs in the Sidney area and the problems that accompany drug use are the most pressing issues facing local law enforcement, according to Cheyenne County Sheriff John Jenson and Sidney's Chief of Police BJ Wilkinson. Both agree that marijuana is more available here than it was before the legalization of it in Colorado. Beginning this year, anyone older than 21 can legally purchase recreational marijuana there. During the first five months of 2014, local law enforcement made t...
Jordan Wagner keeps a close eye on her German Grebel, one of the bread dishes her team submitted to judges at Cabela's Dutch Oven Cook-off on Saturday.... Full story
Not everyone can take home the honor of “Big Cheese” of Cheyenne County. Area residents will compete for the title of having the tastiest grilled cheese sandwich, and this year’s Newcomer’s Social will be the only place residents can cast their votes. The event – set for 5-7 p.m. on Sept. 18 in the Sidney High School cafeteria – helps familiarize new residents with the area and welcomes them with prizes, entertainment, and yes, grilled cheese sandwiches. The second annual Grilled Cheese Challenge takes place during the social, giving fami...
A young man pauses to read about one of the more than 80 Nebraskan soldiers who died in combat since Sept. 11, 2001, at a photo exhibit on display at Cabela's retail store on Saturday. Entitled "Remembering Our Fallen," the exhibits travel to different venues throughout the country. The exhibit will be on display at Cabela's until Aug. 20. For more information, visit www.rememberingourfallen.com.... Full story
Bobbi Nightingale, 42 of Sidney, died Monday morning, August 18, 2014 at her home north of Sidney. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced when available. You can view the online obituary and share condolences with the family at www.holechekfuneralhomes.com Holechek Funeral Home and Cremations in Sidney is serving the Nightingale family.... Full story
Ronald "Ron" Brabander, 70, of Grand Island, died on Tuesday, August 12, 2014 at Saint Francis Medical Center. To honor Ron's wishes cremation has taken place, a private family celebration of life will take place at a later date. All Faiths Funeral Home is serving the family. Ron is survived by his wife, Magi; sisters-in-law, and brothers-in-law, Roger (Linda) McCullough; Bev (Lee) Carlson; Willa "Jo" (Daryl) Hunnicutt; Craig Fruit; Mike Fruit; Cheri Fruit (Mark Evens); Denise Schrock; sister,... Full story
Ongoing Ladies Chamber Farmers Market at Hickory Square every Saturday during summer (through Sept.) from 8 to 11 a.m. Any Vendors with produce or crafts are welcome! Contact Margaret Lienemann at 254-7343 for info. Wednesday, Aug. 20 Lifetree Café will hold a discussion group at the Coffee Corner on Wed., Aug. 20th at 7 p.m. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Carla Brauer at 308-254-3124 or [email protected]. More information is available at Lifetreecafe.com Friday, Aug. 22 Pairs-N-Half-A-Pair Square Dance Club will have an Indoor... Full story
Last Friday I was invited to Alton Lerwick’s farm. Alton works with his sons, Grant and Dean, on their no till crop production farm and ranch. They integrate cattle into their farming operation with the use of forage crops as part of their cropping rotation. Alton and I share a similar educational background having both graduated from the University of Nebraska with degrees in agronomy. Alton had invited Dr. Gary Peterson to tour his farm. Dr. Peterson taught Alton and I soil science classes. Along with Dr. Peterson, Dr. Joe Brummer, a Colorado...
Youth Volleyball (Registration forms turned in after deadline will be put on waiting list until further notice.) 5th – 6th Grade Clinic Registration: 7/28 – 8/18 Clinic Dates: 8/19 – 9/18 Times: 4:30 – 5:30 pm Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays. CoNe Travel League (ONLY 5th – 6th Grades) *Must be in clinic to participate in league. Dates: 9/20, 9/27, 10/11, 10/18 -Sidney, Sterling, Merino and Fleming will go to each site once and play at least two games. 4th Grade Clinic Registration: 7/28 – 8/18 Clinic Dates: 8/19 – 9/18 Times: 3:30 – 4:30 pm Day... Full story
