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Lincoln, NE – As cyclosporiasis cases continue to rise nationwide, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is reminding residents of the importance of routine food safety practices. Since May 2026, Nebraska has reported 49 cases of cyclosporiasis.

With the success of America’s World Cup, I am constantly reminded of one of my favorite sayings: “Sports is the most important, unimportant thing in life.” There is nothing quite like seeing the raw, uncontrollableemotionof fanswho have traveled across the globe to support their national team. The soaring highs of scoring a goal are matched only by the devastating, tearful lows of a loss. It is a beautiful spectacle of sheer joy and individual despair, and it reminds those of us who live in the United States just how fortunate we are.

July 15, 2026 ~ Lincoln, NE — During the month of June 2026, 21 people were killed in traffic crashes on Nebraska roadways, according to data collected by the Nebraska Department of Transportation. These 21 fatalities occurred in 19 fatal crashes.

Lincoln – July 16, 2026 marked the fourth anniversary of 988, the three-digit suicide prevention and mental health crisis national lifeline. 988 provides a direct connection to care and support for anyone experiencing a mental health or substance use related crisis.

During the week of July 12-18, the following arrests were made by the Valentine Police Department: • On July 15, an investigation lead to the arrest a 43 year old Nebraska man and a 41 year old Nebraska woman on the charge of Child Abuse. • On July 15, at 5:20 p.m., and officer responded to a theft complaint in the 200 block of East B Street.

Greetings from District 1 in Northwest Nebraska. On Thursday, July 30 we start our 3rd annual District 1 Summer Membership Tour. It had always been held in late November for years but inclement weather and older drivers forced a change. This year our special guests will include our new Department Commander Doug Frahm, past Department Commander Judy Walters, Department Senior Vice Commander Richard Colson, and newly elected Area D Commander Aime Moores.

Thereissomethingspecialabout walking through the doors of Centennial Hall. Maybe it’s the worn wooden floors.

Valentine, Nebraska — Cherry County Hospital and Clinic (CCHC) has been recognized nationally with the Excellence in Speech Solutions Award at the recent Solventum Summit.Theawardrecognizes the hospital’s implementation of AI-powered speech recognition and dictation technology, helping improve documentation accuracy, reduce administrative burden, and allow providers to spend more time focused on patient care.

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“Valentine is a uniquely beautiful place, and for those who enjoy being outdoors--and we have a distance for every runner, jogger, and walker, ranging from one mile to an ultra marathon!--there’s no better way to see the Sandhills!” said founder Mark Gudgel of the Valentine Marathon coming up this August 1, 2026.