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Mike Motz, Sidney Sun-Telegraph It will be a reunion, of sorts, on July 28 when country music star Ned LeDoux performs at the Cheyenne County Fair. That date marks the 30th anniversary of the concert his father, Chris LeDoux, put on at the Cheyenne County Fair back in 1993. "We didn't realize that until the Fair Board let us know this morning, and it's just incredible. Two of my current band members played with my father at that concert back in 1993, so it's kind of wild for us to go going back... Full story
The latest new business in Sidney officially opened the beginning of the month, and the Sidney community has a new Maverik fuel and convenience store right near the entrance and exit of I-80. Billed as "Adventure's First Stop", the new store is big and bright, and people immediately notice the walls are decorated with murals highlighting the Panhandle's attractions like Chimney Rock. The store is the farthest east of the Maverik chain, that covers 12 states and over 400 locations. The store open... Full story
Community Action Health Center is again offering free tax service for residents living in the Southern Panhandle. Eligibility for this free program is determined by income and is for simple returns only; no capital gains, self-employment, or business returns. All returns will be completed in the Sidney office located at 921 18th Ave in Sidney. Call 308-254-5856 to schedule an appointment. This service is provided free of charge by the Community Action Health Center. Donations are appreciated for the supplies (generally $4).... Full story
SIDNEY –At 7 p.m. on Friday, March 3rd, acoustic folk and western musician Brad Fitch, known as Cowboy Brad, and the TropiCowboy band will take the stage at Sidney High School's Performing Arts Center to present their tribute to 1970s icon John Denver and the music that won America's heart. An Estes Park, Colorado native, Cowboy Brad has the look, the sound, and the skill to carry off the hope, optimism, and environmental awareness of Denver's most popular songs, including "Rocky Mountain High"... Full story
On Saturday March 4th, the Sidney Evangelical Free (E-Free) Church will be having a men's Wild Game Feed starting at 6:30pm in the Family Center gymnasium, 2763 11th Avenue in Sidney. Doors open at 6 o'clock. All men are invited. Please bring a main dish, a side dish, or a dessert to share. The preferred dish is something you love to make from an animal you've harvested but not everyone is a hunter so bring anything you'd like, even if it's just your appetite. There will be plenty of food for... Full story
The City of Sidney is now accepting Request for Proposal for the Greenwood Cemetery South Shop Roof Replacement. Issue Date: February 8, 2023 Closing Date: March 7, 2023 10:00 am. CONTACT: Marshall Hall, Chief Building Official (308) 249-3672 Fax: (308) 254-3164... Full story
Last weekend, the United States shot down a Chinese surveillance balloon that entered our airspace. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is constantly looking for opportunities to spy on our nation's military facilities, steal intellectual property, and threaten the United States' position as the leader of the free world. The CCP cannot be trusted, and it's critical that we present a united front against any attempt to chip away at our national security. That's why my colleagues and I are... Full story
State agencies are supposed to work for the State of Nebraska. State Senators represent the people of Nebraska because they are elected by the people of Nebraska. So, it is inappropriate for the director of any state agency to tell the Legislature what to do. Instead, it is the job of the Legislature to make the laws, and it is the job of each state agency to carry out those laws. That is, unless you work for the Game and Parks Commission. Protocol for the director of any state agency is to... Full story
We celebrated St. Valentine's Day two days ago, February 14, a day when we reflect upon our good fortune that we have that special person in our life, our Valentine. Next Monday, February 20, government officials grant us a holiday to consider the forty-five Presidents, all men. Because Grover Cleveland served two non-consecutive terms, officials count him twice, as #24 and #26. Thus, we give honor to forty-four men. First President George Washington was born on February 11, 1731, by the Julian... Full story
"For this reason I bow my knees to the Lord, Jesus, the Anointed One, that He may dwell in your hearts, being rooted and grounded in His love and able to comprehend, within you, how His love is able to do exceeding abundantly above what you are able to ask or think." Ephesians 3:14-21 Pastor Bill Gothard produced the book "The Power for True Success, How to Build Character in Your Life"; 12th printing 2001, published by Institute of Basic Life Principles, PO Box One, Oak Brook, Illinois 60522-30... Full story
Nevaeh Byers is a 14-year-old eighth grader at Ogallala Middle School and a member of the Student Council. Active in her community, she volunteers for many local events and activities in addition to dancing, singing, and being with her friends and family. In her free time, she often babysits for one of her many regular customers. Nevaeh grew up in the coffee shop that her grandma owned and became very adept at making specialty coffees, so when it came time to raise funds for her 8th-grade trip... Full story
WEST DES MOINES, IOWA - High school seniors from Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wisconsin now have a chance to receive one of 10 college scholarships worth $1,000. Registration is open now through April 28, 2023. Parents are also now able to register their student. High school seniors or their parents may register for the ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship at www.IowaStudentLoan.org/Midwest. ISL Education Lending will award $1,000 scholarships to 10 students whose names are randomly drawn after the registration period.... Full story
Sidney's Red Raider Boys Basketball team shook off their loss against Scottsbluff on Saturday, February 4, and took away two big wins this week, putting down Chadron on Friday at the Sidney Middle School and then defeating Holdrege at home on Saturday. Sidney's wins move their record to 17-and-5 on the season, and the Raiders look to be playing their best basketball right as the season winds down to post-season tournament play. Friday was Throwback Night, and the games were played in the... Full story
Sidney's Lady Raider Girls Basketball team picked up win numbers 20 and 21 on Friday and Saturday, putting away rival Chadron on Friday and then beating Holdrege to go 21-and-1 on the season. They have one more chance on Tuesday against Alliance to tie the 2018-19 teams' mark of 22 wins, the best under Head Coach Tyler Shaw's tenure. The Lady Raiders again relied on their tough defense and fast-break scoring coupled with their strong passing and smart shot selection to best both Chadron and Hold... Full story
Sidney Red Raider Boys Wrestling team traveled to Ogallala Friday and Saturday for the District Championships, and two of the six Raider wrestlers in the competition qualified for the State Tournament. Sidney was well-represented in Ogallala, with Colby Langley competing at 132 lbs., Zech Roggasch at 160 lbs., Matthew Cabbage at 170 lbs, Patrick McCartney at 182 lbs., Jeremiah Roggasch at 195 lbs, and Landon Hanes at 285 lbs. At the end of the day, Landon Hanes, who has compiled a 40-and-7... Full story
Leyton's Warrior Boys Basketball team has had a fantastic regular season, reeling off 19 straight win until they finally dropped a game to Hyannis on February 4. It's always good to get right back on the winning track after a defeat, but the Warriors faced a huge challenge in their next game, a Friday road game against Class B Gering. The Bulldogs took control of the game early, opening a lead then extending it to a 18-to-7 advantage at the end of the first period. Leyton started to get in a bet... Full story
The hard work over a season resulted in the Leyton Lady Warrior Girls Basketball team compiling a 14-and-5 record, earning them a bye until the Championship Game on Thursday in the D2-11 Subdistrict Tournament. The Lady Warriors look to have an easy path to a Subdistrict title, and a District Final game, as Thursday's game could end up just being a formality as the Lady Warriors surge into the post-season. The Lady Warriors were on the road last Thursday for their final regular-season match up,... Full story
Potter-Dix's Lady Coyote Girls Basketball team, noted for playing tough defense but lacking in offense, closed their regular season out with a win against Creek Valley, then losses against Arthur County and Hyannis. The Potter-Dix team earned the number 2 seed in the D2-11 Subdistrict, and were scheduled to play the 0-and-18 number 3 seed Banner County Lady Wildcats on Tuesday. Potter-Dix played host to Creek Valley on Tuesday, February 7, and the one-win Lady Storm fell behind early and had no... Full story
Potter-Dix's Coyote Boys Basketball team is winding down their regular season in strong fashion, with wins against Peetz, Arthur County, and a two-point victory over Hyannis. They have one more matchup in the regular season, against a tough C1 team in Chadron, before they start Subdistrict play. On Tuesday February 7, the Coyotes hosted Peetz, and the game started as a tight battle with both teams matching their scoring, and Peetz taking a 14-to-12 lead after the first period. Potter-Dix picked... Full story
It's been a tough year for wins for the Lady Storm Girls Basketball team, as they dropped two more contests on their way to face a tough Paxton team in the first round of the Subdistrict Tournament. On Tuesday February 7, the Lady Storm traveled to Potter for a match up with the Lady Coyotes, and although their defense played well, the Lady Storm could not get an edge on the Potter-Dix squad and fell by a final score of 62-to-46. On Friday, the Lady Storm traveled to Big Springs to face off... Full story
Creek Valley's Storm Boys Basketball team has had trouble getting into the win column all year, and had a great opportunity for a win against a struggling South Platte team foiled by a slow start to the game. On Friday, the Storm traveled over to Big Springs for a matchup with the Blue Knights, another team that has struggled to find the win column. But the Blue Knights started hot, building a six-point 17-to-11 lead at the end of the first period, and Creek Valley's solid play for the next... Full story
