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JUNE 13, 2025 (LINCOLN, NE) —The Nebraska State Patrol has welcomed a new class of state troopers into the ranks. Members of NSP’s 71st Basic Recruit Class received their badges and were sworn-in during a ceremony at the State Capitol in Lincoln.

LINCOLN, NE – Following U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in Omaha and subsequent protests Tuesday, Governor Jim Pillen issued the following statement: “Under the Biden Administration, the country’s immigration policy absolutely failed the American people for four years. We have to address the issue of illegal immigration, and I support the work of our federal partners to ensure that the law is followed and I remain supportive of President Trump’s efforts to secure the border.”

During the week of June 8 - 14, the following arrests were made by the Valentine Police Department: • Information received on June 9 lead to the arrest of a 43 year old Nebraska man on charges of Possession of a Stolen Firearm and Possession of a Firearm by a Prohibited Person. These charges are related to a burglary that was included in last week’s police report.

JUNE 12, 2025 ( NORTH PLATTE, NE) — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested an Illinois man wanted in connection with a Chicago homicide investigation. Wednesday afternoon, NSP was alerted that a homicide suspect was believed to be traveling through Nebraska, driving a semi.

by Cadence S. The Valentine Alumni has a weekend full of events! Friday, June 27, the individual classes will gather.

June 23-27 Parent, save the date! It’s tie for the Missoula Children’s Theatre who are presenting The Wizard of Oz, June 23-27. Auditions for grades 1-12 at the VHS auditorium Monday, June 23, from 10:00 a.m.

Sick, in bed...desperately looking for answers, and God said, “Plant a garden.” Sure, she laughed out loud... But with faith the size of a mustard seed, she did plant her garden.

Cherry Hills Estates Assisted Living and Independent Senior Apartments celebrated their very own seventh annual Kentucky Derby. It was complete with roses, bet takers, roses, blanketed/numbered horses, roses, horse owners, roses, big hats, roses, refreshments, and did I say roses? What a fun afternoon of entertainment and competition.

The Sand Painters Art Club’s Artistof theMonthforJuneisAnne Liebermann of Gordon, NE. Sand Painter President Joan Swim said, “This is on honor that comes with the artist’s artwork being displayed in Security First Bank, Viaero, Sandhills State Bank, Union Bank and Mid Plains Community College in Valentine, NE.”

by Cindy Williams with the assistance of Meta AI Artificial intelligence (AI) has been hailed as a revolutionary technology, capable of transforming industries and improving lives. However, as AI becomes increasingly pervasive, it’s essential to acknowledge the potential dangers that come with its development and deployment.Fromjobdisplacement and bias, to security risks and loss of accountability, the darker side of AI poses significant challenges that must be addressed.