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The Sidney City Council and staff spent part of Monday’s meeting trying to define a property that has apparently defied definition, zoning, since it was admitted into the city of Sidney. Darin VanNatter and Susan Hiett are seeking to change the zoning of 2525 11th Ave. from R-1 to R-1A. The change of definition would allow animals on the tract of land, and a different concentration of buildings. The rezoning of this particular parcel of ground is consistent with its use and history, according t...
Hopefuls flooded the Cheyenne County Community Center Wednesday, where 20 companies had representatives present at a job fair hosted by the City of Sidney's Economic Development department. On display were the possibilities of jobs across the board – from labor to upper management. "I think in the first quarter of the year there are going to be a lot of opportunities," said Sidney Economic Development Director Melissa Norgaard. Those opportunities come not only from employers new to Sidney, but...
LINCOLN – The New Year will bring changes for owners of utility and farm trailers in Nebraska. From January 1, owners of utility or farm trailers will be asked to include the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of their utility or farm trailer when registering their trailer for the first time, or when renewing their registration. If the trailer does not have a VIN, or if the VIN is unknown, the County Treasurer office will provide one. The County Treasurer will also provide a decal to display the assigned VIN on the trailer at no additional c...
When disaster strikes, it is too late to start looking for response resources. Surviving a tragedy, including a flood, is preparedness. That is what brought City of Sidney Assistant City Manager Dawn Martin before the Cheyenne County Commissioners Monday morning. Martin told the commissioners the City has been seeking an agreement with a contractor to repair the dams in case of an emergency. The last emergency contractor was Nienhueser Construction, Martin told the commissioners. She said...
Sidney's Volunteer Fire Department responded to a house fire late Friday morning in the 2100 block of 22nd Ave. in Sidney. Black smoke poured from the back of the home when responders arrived to the scene. At one point, fire spewed out of a window near the back of the home during the fire department's attack on the fire. It took firefighters about 20 minutes to bring the blaze under control as neighbors watched. The home was unoccupied at the time of the fire, and no one was injured. Kristopher...
Sidney has been chosen as one of six state sites to hold premier showings of a film exploring what the film’s makers call one of the “most pressing and complicated issues in public education today,” mental health. Developed by the organization Nebraska Loves Public Schools, “The Mind Inside: Episode One” shows processes faced by schools in the area of mental health. It goes into the challenges students face, and the social, emotional and behavioral resources available for students who struggle,...
The Cheyenne County Tourism Committee is finalizing design of a local tourism brochure. The brochure is part of a partnership with BlueSoHo researching the region and developing a brand or identity for Cheyenne County. Tourism Director Kevin Howard said Friday the committee is reviewing the outline of the brochure, and planning its marketing area. He said marketing of Sidney and Cheyenne County needs to be as far west as west of Cheyenne, Wyo., and east of North Platte. Howard and the committee...
Each county jail charges an amount per inmate for offenders from other counties. For the Nebraska Department of Corrections, the average annual cost is $35,950, according to Nebraska.gov. Cheyenne County charges neighboring counties $45 per day. Monday morning, Cheyenne County Commissioners asked newly elected Sheriff Adam Frerichs if the rate is sufficient for the costs of managing the jail, and in comparison to other regional jails. Frerichs said the rate and the number of inmates from other...
On Monday, January 21, weather and schedules permitting, the City of Sidney Parks Department will begin trimming trees and bushes in the alleys. Under City Ordinance 1034.06 Care, Trimming, and Removal of Street or Park Trees, Authority of Utility Companies, Plantings by Residents, Permits: “(a) The city may plant, prune, maintain and remove street or park trees, within the rights-of-way of streets, alleys, avenues, lanes, squares or other public ways or grounds, as may be necessary to ensure public safety.” Alleys are trimmed back each yea...
Cheyenne County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director Brad Fraass reminds producers that the deadline to apply for the Market Facilitation Program is Jan. 15. The Market Facilitation Program (MFP) was designed to assist farmers in response to foreign market trade disruptions. FSA is administering MFP. The program provides payments to producers of corn, hogs, sorghum, soybeans, and wheat. Fraass said the application period runs through Jan. 15; by that date producers must complete part D of the CCC-910 MFP application. Producers...
LINCOLN – The Nebraska Corn Growers Association is now accepting applications for the fourth class of the Future Leaders in Agriculture Scholarship (FLAGship) Program. The FLAGship Program is a scholarship program for future ag leaders in Nebraska. The Nebraska Corn Growers Association (NeCGA) will award up to 5 $2,000 scholarships to high school seniors or college freshman who are continuing their education in the state of Nebraska. New this year, two of the scholarship will be open to non-ag majors, and three will be open to ag-only m...
Anybody with an interest in lawns, landscape, or gardening, as well as sharing their knowledge, is invited to take part in Nebraska Extension’s Master Gardener Program, which is seeking volunteers and offering Master Gardener training in the Panhandle beginning in late January. The Nebraska Extension Master Gardener program has been part of Nebraska Extension since 1976. Master Gardener volunteers are trained by Nebraska Extension faculty and staff in many horticulture-related topics. They then contribute time as volunteers, working through t...
After months of planning, hope, and a little consternation, the newest addition to Sidney's business community, Highby Outdoors, is open. The new online retailer announced Monday that it was open for business, launching its outdoor gear business bright and early. "Highby Outdoors plans to raise the bar of the outdoor gear shopping experience with today's launch of its new online retail business based in Sidney," the company opened in a release announcing its opening. According to the release,...
The Nebraska Tourism Commissioner announced Friday grant awards totaling almost $800,000, including a $25,000 grant to Cheyenne County tourism. "With the widespread attention of our new campaign, being able to help communities, events and organizations across the state affordably capitalize on Nebraska's growing popularity is really exciting. There were many creative grant proposals this year and I’m looking forward to seeing the impact they have on tourism in Nebraska," said John Ricks, N...
Thursday morning, Adam Frerichs became the new Cheyenne County Sheriff after swearing to his oath of office. Frerichs ran an uncontested race for sheriff. Sheriff John Jensen chose not to seek office. Frerichs said the transition is going well with the support of Jensen. “He has really bent over backwards to ensure success” of the transition, Frerichs said. He is entering office with the philosophy of balance, He believes his job is of ensuring laws are followed while still respecting res...
Potter State Bank is partnering with Pivot Lending Group, offering mortgage options in Cheyenne County. The real estate markets in Colorado and Cheyenne County have created an attraction to Nebraska of buyers and finance companies, and of banks looking for ways to help buyers. Potter State Bank and Pivot Lending Group are in a partnership that will soon offer another option to home buyers in the Cheyenne County area. David Olson, regional manager and senior mortgage loan originator for Pivot...
LINCOLN – Car seats and booster seats protect your kiddos in the car. Starting January 1, 2019, Nebraska’s child passenger safety law changed to help keep children safer as they travel. According to the new law: • Children must ride rear-facing up to age 2 or until they reach the upper weight or height limit allowed by the car seat manufacturer. • Children up to age 8 must ride in a correctly installed car seat or booster seat. • Children up to age 8 must ride in the back seat, as long as there is a back seat equipped with a seat belt and...
Near the center of Sidney is Legion Park. Within Legion Park is a memorial that started with the inspiration of a Vietnam veteran. To the south of the veterans memorial is a half-circle of plaques recognizing conflicts that have claimed the lives of soldiers. It is a quick history from the Indian Wars to the Iraq War. The memorial was recently given a well-deserved facelift. Al Jung said Friday the memorial was originally done for Vietnam veterans. The Living Memorial Gardens were done in 1982,...
A Sidney teen has been recognized for earning the highest achievement in the Boy Scouts. At just 15 years old, Owen Kurz joins a group of high performing Boy Scouts from the area who have successfully met the requirements of Eagle Scout. Kurz was recognized for the award just before Christmas in a ceremony held by Legion Post 17, which sponsors Sidney's Troop 90. In receiving the award, Kurz joins the top five percent of scouts. The award was presented at Camp Hubert Fuller west of Sidney. The...
As he begins to lead the Sidney City Council through the coming year, newly chosen Mayor Roger Gallaway doesn’t have a set agenda, or anything he particularly wants to see the council accomplish. He said he is approaching this segment of council service the same way he has every one before it. “I just want what’s best for the community,” Gallaway told the Sun-Telegraph recently. And while his approach to the office remains the same, getting to the place where he could serve was somethi...
While North Platte to Lincoln was shut down due to blizzard conditions Thursday, Sidney experienced high wind, light snow and cold. The Wheat Belt Public Power District reported Thursday morning widespread outages due to high wind and ice. At early afternoon, crews were still busy restoring outages west of the Dalton/Gurley area and northeast to Chappell. As of 3:45 p.m., crews were still battling high winds in an effort to restore power. Wheat Belt officials said Friday outages began in the lat...
LINCOLN – A selective new academy for aspiring teachers will allow up to 40 education students to live and learn together at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, with graduates positioned to become teaching innovators for the 21st century. It is one of three academies to be established at three institutions in the University of Nebraska system. The academies are funded through a gift from the William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation. “Establishing the Teachers Scholars Academy is yet another example of the University of Nebra...
JULY WNCC Hosts New Business Workshop Most everyone in the work world sees things on the job that could be done "better." Sometimes it is only a point of view, and other times it motivates a person to seek an opportunity to do it their way. Yet others find themselves in the kind of job uncertainty that encourages entrepreneurship. Regardless the reason for exploring business ownership, the path is seldom smooth. Western Nebraska Community College's business development program held a meeting Fri...
JANUARY First Sidney Baby Born Blake Ahrens was the first baby born at Sidney Regional Medical Center in 2018, making his appearance on January 12. The 2018 New Year's Baby was born to Savannah and Tanner Ahrens of Sidney. Blake came in at 9 lbs, 1 oz and is 21 inches long. College program promotes developing small business The company changes. It could be new owners, a reduction in staffing or a new management style. The change results in employees deciding to accept the change, move to a new...
Two Sidney families escaped injury early Wednesday morning when a fire broke out in adjoining apartments, gutting one. Sidney Volunteer Fire Department was called to the scene at Fort Sidney Apartments, just off of Fort Sidney Road, at around 2:30 a.m. The initial report was that someone was trapped inside one of the apartments, but fortunately all occupants had escaped from the building by the time responders arrived. Firefighters knocked the blaze down, but not before it gutted the interior...
