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POTTER - Last week, PNCC Off-race, a hare scramble off-road race in Nebraska that spans over 200 acres in the panhandle, took place in Potter on September 2 and 3. Among the participants of the race, there's one who caught the attention of the audience for becoming an example of perseverance and fight: Aaron Hill. Hill was born and raised in Denver, Colorado and motorcycles were part of his life as he grew up racing them. He started riding at the early age of four and quickly became passionate... Full story
Barbara Perez, Editor, Sidney Sun-Telegraph You thought after graduation you’d be through taking tests. Well here comes a doozy for which you didn’t even study. On Wednesday, October 4, a message from FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will go out en masse at the same moment across every time zone in the United States. That means at 2:20 in the afternoon on the East Coast, 1:20 p.m. in Central time, 12:20 p.m. Mountain time and 11:20 a.m. on the West Coast, p... Full story
SIDNEY - The TeamMates Mentoring Program began in 1991 with the vision of University of Nebraska head football coach Tom Osborne and his wife Nancy. TeamMates Mentoring is now in 5 states, having more than 150 chapters. The TeamMates mission is to positively impact the world by inspiring students to reach their full potential through mentoring. The Sidney chapter is looking for positive adult role models to meet once a week in a school setting to build a long-lasting friendships with the youth of our community. Apply to mentor and learn more... Full story
Thank you to Points West Community Bank, Randy and Tracy Miller, SRMS and SCC for supporting Josette at the 2023 Cheyenne County Livestock Auction.... Full story
The City of Sidney Landfill will be open one Saturday a month in 2023. The remaining dates are as follows: • Sept 16 • Oct 14 Saturday hours will be from 8am until noon. Landfill charges will apply unless you have your free dump card. Free dump cards are good for residential customers only.Construction and demolition waste, commercial waste, tires and Freon containing appliances cannot be dumped with a free dump card but will be accepted at their regular disposal rates. Any questions please call the Solid Waste Department at 254... Full story
"God gives wisdom, and knowledge, favor and joy to a man who is good in His sight." Ecclesiastes 2:26. Isaac had been promised to Abraham and Sarah for 25 years. Now, the time was right. This couple received strength to conceive their Promised son. Acting on God's word, God took care of the details. Year 5784 begins in Israel, Friday evening and Saturday of September 14, 15. Rosh Hashanah (head of the year). Jehovah's civil year of 360 days. God said in 2023 (5783), "Every man's issue will be... Full story
SIDNEY – At 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 16th, Joseph Hall will open the High Plains Arts Council’s 2023-2024 season with his popular Rock ‘N Remember ELVIS Tribute at the Sidney High School Performing Arts Center. And Elvis fans will swoon! Hall has the authentic look, the extraordinary voice, the hip-swiveling moves, and the personal charm to take audiences back to the day they first fell in love with the iconic Elvis Presley. Joseph Hall, a Lincoln native, has been playing tribute to the legacy of the King of Rock and Roll since 2006. He ha... Full story
Aspen Gurr of Sidney, a recent graduate of Sidney High School, has been selected to join the latest cohort of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts. This is the fifth cohort for the center, which opened in fall 2019. Students from all over the country have been included in this year's cohort, hailing from Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, New York, South Dakota and Nebraska. "Each year, our cohort of students gets better and better as our... Full story
POTTER- Last Thursday, August 31th, Amanda Waggoner was chosen Miss Potter 2023 by the Potter Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. The local community gathered at Railroad Street to witness a special ocassion for two young ladies. The two candidates were Amanda Waggoner (15), daughter of Melissa and Jerry Gorsuch, and Jaclyn Worth (16), daughter of Leah Pahl and Scott Worth. The girls were respectfully escorted by Caden McConnell and Jaxon Chase. Miss Waggoner is a junior at Potter-Dix. Her activities have... Full story
SIDNEY- Allan Lundgren grew up in Bayard (NE), moving to Sidney in 1995 to open Budget Tapes and Music. That was 28 years ago, and he is still going strong. "I opened it for the love of music. I saved up my money to open up a music store while I was working at the dealership. We don't sell new music at all, I sell some old music but basically we do audio sales and installation. We install in in cars, boats, golf carts, trucks, semis, anything that takes a stereo. I even did a hot tub one time,"... Full story
Grandparents are invited to Toddler Tales, with your special 2 or 3 year old, September 13 at 10:00 or Storytime at 11:00, with your special 4 or 5 year old. Both sessions will feature story and related fingerplays. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic on the patio after both sessions. There’s also a craft that you and your grandchild can do together. Please contact Eileen at 254-3110 with any questions... Full story
LODGEPOLE-- The 99th Annual Old Settler's Days celebrations have come and gone, and the weekend weather held out and made the events fun for all. There was no rain that disrupted any events, although the sun generated a lot of heat during the days. The events started Saturday morning with the Old Settler's Golf Tournament, a four-person scramble. The teams enjoyed perfect weather out on the links. Next came the Tractor Pull on Front Street, with plenty of vintage tractors giving it their all... Full story
SIDNEY - On the very special occasion of its 20th anniversary, Kids Korner, at the Community Center for Early Childhood Development, entertained the community of Sidney with several activities taking place in Legion Park on August 19th. The celebration was open to the public and kids were able to play games, have their faces painted, and enjoy "Adamagic", a show that was brought in from Omaha. The Sun-Telegraph noticed the excitement of the kids and visited with Adam Schacht, the magician who... Full story
The Rhett Haney Band put on a great show Friday night, combining all styles of good old fashion party music to keep the crowd entertained at Hickory Square. The third and final Downtown Sounds event was held Friday, August 18 in Hickory Square, and again another large turnout enjoyed live music, food vendors and near-perfect summer weather. The Rhett Haney band entertained the large crowd all night, and there was plenty of dancing and singing along to the popular group's tune... Full story
SIDNEY - Shortly after 2:30 p.m., on Sunday, August 13, the Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) was alerted to a motor vehicle accident with injury, approximately three miles north of Sidney, on Road 111. Per the CCSO accident report, a northbound 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis, driven by Mark Anthony Reeves, 34, of Sidney, ran off the road on the left side, overcorrected, ran off the road on the right, became partly airborne, slid sideways, rotated and flipped, coming to rest on its wheels, facing southwest. Reeves, who was not wearing a s... Full story
Hours will be from 8am until noon. Landfill charges will apply unless you have your free dump card. Free dump cards are good for residential customers only. Construction and demolition waste, commercial waste, tires and Freon containing appliances cannot be dumped with a free dump card but will be accepted at their regular disposal rates. Any questions please call the Solid Waste Department at 254-6071... Full story
The Kid's Korner Daycare and Learning Korner Preschool opened their doors to Sidney and its surrounding communities in August of 2003. They have been offering infant care, a toddler program, preschool curriculum, before and after school programs, and a summer program for the past twenty years, and are celebrating their two-decade milestone with an afternoon of fun for the entire community. Located in the Shelter House at Legion Park, the festivities will kick-off with a magic show produced by... Full story
Sidney Regional Medical Center's Long-Term Center announced its designation as a 5-star facility for the third straight year on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Hospital Care Compare website. The 5-star rating is a testament to the exceptional quality of care and commitment to a patient's well-being demonstrated by the hospital's dedicated team of physicians and staff. As we get older, it can become more and more difficult to take care of ourselves in the same ways that we... Full story
We interviewed three of the key players involved in the WTA/812 13th Avenue sale and purchase transaction to clarify some of the issues involved and to give citizens a clearer understanding of the deal as proposed. Basically, as UST Global terminated their lease in February of 2023, WTA quickly contacted the City of Sidney and proposed a "swap" of properties; the 1200 Pole Creek building and property for the 812 13th Avenue property, along with cash and other considerations. The deal in total... Full story
SIDNEY - Wireless World on Glover Road in Sidney had another successful event with their free backpack giveaway. This was their biggest year yet as in addition to giving away the backpacks filled with school supplies to local students, they also served a hot and delicious breakfast of biscuits and gravy to the attendees. Popsicles, drinks, and Sweet Ice were also available and the Bookmobile made an appearance. The local donors making this possible were the Sidney Rotary Club, Sweet Ice, the... Full story
Saturday afternoon featured absolutely perfect weather for the annual Guns & Hoses Charity Softball game over at the softball fields next to Legion Park. A big crowd came out to root on their favorite team, and the players and families had a great time with the event. After some allegations of "ringers" being made by team captains Dustin DeNovellis of the "Hoses" and Scott Tobler of the "Guns", the teams took the field to start the game. The "Guns" batted first and quickly built up a four-run... Full story
Friday, August 11 was a gorgeous evening, giving Sidney's annual Night of Hope Walk for Cancer absolutely perfect summer weather for the event, and a big crowd turned out for the festivities. Night of Hope raises awareness and money for those fighting cancer and cancer survivors. This year's event raised nearly $50,000. 17 teams made the walk this year, with Team Fox being the top team. Thanks to all the organizers, sponsors, team captains and the Sidney Danz and Cheer team for making this... Full story
SIDNEY - The 2023 Night of Hope Walk for Cancer will be this Friday, August 11th at Legion Park. The Opening Ceremonies will begin at 6 p.m. and will be followed by the Survivor’s Lap. A free-will donation barbeque follows. Projekt 3D will be on hand to Emcee and play music, to which people can stroll around the pond. Activities throughout the evening will include the very popular Chair-ity Auction and the Silent Auction. A highlight of of the evening will be the raffle to win a NOH quilt m... Full story
Excitement and anticipation were in the air as dozens of parents joined their students in the auditorium of Sidney High School last Monday. The parents and students were informed about all of the necessary requirements for the upcoming school year's sports participation. It was a large turn-out and the Red Raiders are looking at having enthusiastic groups of both players and parents. If you were unable to attend the meeting, please contact Austin Lewis at austin.lewis@raiderm... Full story
Sidney Public Library was the recipient of Hometown Liquor's "Round-Up" Program for the month of July. A whopping 2,794 contributions were made towards the Sidney Public Library's Children's Reading Programs, for a total of $1,359.48. As promised, Hometown Liquor matched the first $500, making it $1,859.48 which was of course, rounded up, to bring the grand total to an even $1,860. Library Director Amanda Eastin said of the donation, "It means a lot to us that we have the support of the entire... Full story
