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By Nebraska Extension The Nebraska Extension and ServSafe will host food safety training for food managers on May 14, 2025, in Scottsbluff. The training will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is a food safety training and certification course. This course is designed for restaurant owners, managers, food handlers, dietitians, and dietary managers. Those attending will learn to protect customers from food-borne illness, improve food quality, and reduce liability risks. The course will include food microbiology, sanitary food handling and storage,...
Five Youths Facing Serious Repercussions after Vandalism, Theft and Property Damage Complaints Made; Suspect Identified in Second Case, Another Suspect Sought MIKE MOTZ Sidney Sun-Telegraph SIDNEY – On December 29, 2023, Cheyenne County Attorney Paul Schaub and Cheyenne County Chief Deputy Attorney Amber Horn said complaints were filed against a group of youths in connection to a series of vandalism and property damage incidents that occurred during the Thanksgiving holiday period. The c...
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The City council of the City of Sidney, NE on December 17, 2024 acknowledged that Paul Strommen was resigning from the current City Council of the City of Sidney on December 17, 2024. Notice of Vacancy was declared by the Mayor and Council for said date. The City Council determined that the council vacancy will be filled by requesting letters of interest accompanied by qualifications/resume from qualified registered voters who reside within the corporate limits of the City of Sidney, Nebraska. Said term of appointment will be January 14, 2025...
Fresh off the heels of a successful 31st season, Way Out West is now opening the doors to all creatives and carpenters for auditions to its latest show, Harvey. Set in the mid 1940’s, Elwood P. Dowd believes in inviting his friend Harvey to all of his sister’s lavish social functions. The problem being, Harvey is a six-and-a-half-foot tall imaginary white rabbit that only Elwood can see. After Elwood’s sister attempts to have him institutionalized, chaos and comedy erupt. Originally written by Mary Chase in 1944, this classic telling is sure to...
Barbara Perez, Editor Sidney Sun-Telegraph Sidney - After a brief investigation into what appeared to be a Christmas prank, a Christmas letter was recovered from Sparkly McSnowpants on December 19, 2024. The young girl's mother had contacted the Sun-Telegraph regarding a missing letter to Santa Claus, and it was confirmed that it was absent from the last sled-full of letters heading to the North Pole. After being apprehended, Sparkly apologized repeatedly and explained that he was dealing with...
A familiar face greeted those crossing the street just outside of West Elementary Tuesday, December 16th wishing them a "Ho, ho, ho! MERRY CHRISTMAS," and a see you next year!...
South Platte NRD audit and groundwater quality reports presented at the December board meeting The South Platte Natural Resources District Board met on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. Julia Peetz, CPA, Rauner and Associates, PC, presented an analysis of the district's financial performance during the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2024. "The District's total net position, as compared to the prior fiscal year, increased by $69,280.00. Most of this increase is attributable to the decrease in...
By Jessica Groskopf, UNL ag economist The first week of November, the Center for Ag Profitability at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln and Nebraska Extension celebrated “Ag Smart Money Week.” Throughout the week, we held several webinars and workshops. In preparation for the week, I was reminded how often Americans don’t have a rainy-day fund. According to the Federal Reserve, one-third of Americans cannot cover a $400 emergency with cash, savings, or a credit card paid off in full the following month. Could you? Rainy-day funds, commonl...
WASHINGTON, – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) $2 billion Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC) program, aimed at helping specialty crop producers expand markets and manage higher costs, is now accepting applications from Dec. 10, 2024 through Jan. 8, 2025. Funded by the Commodity Credit Corporation, MASC was announced in November alongside the $140 million Commodity Storage Assistance Program for facilities impacted by 2024 natural disasters. “Specialty crop growers have typically faced highe...
Kelsey Arrington Sidney Sun-Telegraph Snow globes and ornaments and Grinch masks, oh my! The spirit of Christmas was on full display at the Sidney Public Library Wednesday, December 18. From free activity stations to a festive Christmas raffle, "We have hopes to make this an annual event," Eileen Nightingale SPL librarian and toddler tales aficionado comments. "With help from the Friends of the Sidney Public we should be able to do that." A "Grinch wrapping station" delighted Mom and daughter...
Kelsey Arrington Sidney Sun-Telegraph As part of the final show of the 2024 calendar year for High Plains Arts Council, Daniel Christian and his band returned to Sidney for a special Christmas concert Thursday, December 19, 2025. A brisk but snow-free winter evening, the sights of Christmas may have been missing in action, but the sounds of the season were on full display at the Sidney High School auditorium. A member of a musical family, Christian grew up traversing the plains of Western...
MIKE MOTZ Sidney Sun-Telegraph SCOTTSBLUFF--The prestigious USDA Rural Distance Learning Grant has been awarded to Educational Service Unit 13. This federal grant will enable significant upgrades to distance learning systems in the Nebraska Panhandle, enhancing educational access for students and communities in rural areas. ESU 13 Director of Technology B.J. Peters said, “This grant is a game-changer for education in western Nebraska. It allows us to connect students, teachers, and c...
The King's Daughters, a non-denominational non-profit Christian organization that has been serving Cheyenne County for 123 years, distributed boxes of food essentials Friday morning, December 20, 2024 at the Shelter House at Legion Park in Sidney. The King's Daughters were assisted by Sidney F.F.A members, and these food boxes provide a full Christmas meal for those in need. Ham, potatoes, eggs, milk, fruit and vegetables are just some of the foods provided from the effort, and over 180 boxes...
First Security National Bank in Sidney held its annual Open House and Christmas Party for the community on Thursday, December 2024. A big crowd came in the morning to enjoy cookies, brownies, and other treats along with hot Apple Cider. Clint Norman said that First Security always loves this Open House day, and they're grateful for all of the customers and community members that come in to celebrate the holidays with us and to wish them well. We're also able to help out with financial...
BY MELISSA NORGARD [Dalton and Sidney, NE] – The Sidney and Greater Area (SAGA) Fund is excited to announce a $2,500 grant awarded to Leyton Public Schools to support the upgrades and modernization of the playground. This project will provide a safe, engaging, and upgraded play environment for Leyton students and the wider community. With a growing student population, Leyton Public Schools is dedicated to creating a world-class environment where students can thrive academically and socially. T...
Nebraska’s minimum wage will increase to $13.50 per hour effective January 1, 2025. In accordance with an initiative passed by voters in November of 2022, the minimum wage will increase $1.50 each year through 2026, followed by an annual cost of living increase beginning in 2027. The minimum hourly wage for tipped employees is $2.13 per hour. Employers are responsible for ensuring that wages and tips combined equal at least the minimum wage. The following minimum wage amounts are scheduled: ...
Barbara Perez Sidney Sun-Telegraph On December 8, 2024 drawings were held by the Chappell Chamber of Commerce at their annual Christmas Celebration to determine winners of the Chamber Holiday gift baskets and prizes. Those winners are: • BUCKLEY TRUST - $50 in Chamber Bucks Taylor Dickey Billy Bob Bailey Louise Martin Michelle Ortgies Beau Carlson LaDene Rutt • VIRGINIA SMITH - $50 in Chamber Bucks Serina Emerson Wendy Willford Sarah Oaklund Kay Hajek • VIRGINIA SMITH - $20 in Chamber Bucks...
By Chabella Guzman, PREEC Communications The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center (PREEC) in Scottsbluff researches various western Nebraska crops throughout the year. However, the center does more than just research crops and livestock. It also educates students and scholars from Nebraska and around the world. Shida Nestory, a short-term scholar from Tanzania, came to Scottsbluff to study dry beans with Dr. Carlos Urrea, Nebraska Extension dry...
By Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Educator The use of genetic selection tools by cattle breeders has resulted in significant changes within many major breeds over the last 30 years. With a few exceptions, the genetic trend has been for more milk, higher weaning weight, and bigger mature weight. Without question, the use of Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) has enabled this change. While we have achieved our goals of more, have we achieved our goals of better? The late Dr. Bob...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood issued a statement following the release of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s Scientific Report. This report confirms previous reporting about new anti-meat dietary guidelines earlier this year. “The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee tries to claim they are promoting flexibility and individual choice, while they push plant-based proteins at the expense of red meat. This attempt to re-write your grocery list and push meat off the menu has nothing to do with a healthy diet and e...
LINCOLN, Neb. – During their Annual Business Meeting, the Nebraska Cattlemen membership elected Dick Pierce of Sumner, Nebraska, to serve as president. Dick was born and raised in central Nebraska and currently resides north of Miller, Nebraska where he farms and ranches with his family. He’s been married to Janna (Bentley) Pierce for 52 years. They have four children and 12 grandchildren. The Pierce family owns a corporation, P/4 Cattle Co., that has a row crop enterprise and a cow/calf enterprise and yearling operation. Dick Pierce sta...
Kelsey Arrington Sidney Sun-Telegraph Honing entrepreneurial skills while helping shoppers celebrate the holiday season, local homeschooled kids presented stocking stuffers and their hand-made wares to downtown Sidney on Thursday, December 5th, 2024. On-site for the event were holiday wreaths, baked goods, crocheted items, dog apparel, and a scientific experiment resulting in "puff paint". Amanda Fehringer was proud to show off her business, Creekbend Dairy. She spends her time working with...
Creekside Animal Hospital opened its doors in 2016 and has been providing top-quality care for the community's pets and livestock. They have been providing medical care for animals ranging from basic check ups to surgery, and have developed a very loyal following. On December 10, the facility held a Holiday Party, and a big turnout came to enjoy the festivities which included appetizers and treats, and door prizes. Some four legged friends even came in to get Holiday Photos snapped by the...
MIKE MOTZ Sidney Sun-Telegraph SCOTTSBLUFF--The prestigious USDA Rural Distance Learning Grant has been awarded to Educational Service Unit 13. This federal grant will enable significant upgrades to distance learning systems in the Nebraska Panhandle, enhancing educational access for students and communities in rural areas. All 21 school districts in the ESU 13 area will benefit from the grant, which will fund cutting-edge video conferencing and interactive technology. The upgrades will include...
