September,25,2025,theCody-Kilgore Cowboys had a tussle with a stubborn herd of Crawford Rams in Dawes County, NE. Unfortunately for the Cowboys, the Rams ended up on the winning side of the encounter by the final score of 39-22.

“Heart City Rocks was made from something much deeper than just a love for rocks and all natural products. This was created from a deep desire to serve, to connect, and to bring something different - yet meaningful - into the community and Across America,” said owner Makayla Lamprecht.

We wave good bye to September as October makes her cozy appearance. But what did September bring us?? RAIN! And it was abundant with a total of nearly five inches! According to NOAA, 4.68 inches fell at Miller Field in Valentine.

“Our kids really went out and competed. We have been hit by the injury bug which means guys have been moving around all over the place and playing different positions. We did a great job of overcoming adversity in the first half but made too many crucial mental mistakes in the second half which cost us field position and led to a tough third quarter. Overall we are proud of how our guys are competing even through tough times,” said Coach Ian Bish.

It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon for a football game. The sixth grade team played some tough Badger football to defeat the Highway 20 rival Ainsworth Bulldogs 54-0.

Valentine hosted West Holt, O’Neill, Ainsworth and Mullen, Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Valentine took second as a team with a 398. We placed three girls in the top 10: Tierney Miller took second with 94, Joni Cox took sixth with 99, and Rylee Wackler took eighth with 100. Sam Sprenger, Kassie Hanson and Grace Murphy were not far out of placing.