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An opportunity to easily and responsibly dispose of used tires is coming to Valentine, NE. The North Central Nebraska RC&D in cooperation with the Middle Niobrara NRD is hosting a tire amnesty event with grant assistance from the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy. The collections are scheduled for Wednesday, April 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Thursday, May 1, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

MARCH 14, 2025 (LINCOLN, NEB.) — Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a David City man following an investigation of sexual assault of a child. In late January, NSP received information from law enforcement in South Dakota that led to the investigation.

NORTH PLATTE, NE - The Grand Island Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (GIDCCW) will host its annual Spring Assembly on March 24-25, 2025, at Holy Spirit Parish in North Platte. The two-day event, themed around spiritual growth and fellowship, will feature presentations on prayer, faith journeys, and Marian devotion.

Leo Brinda Unit #90 American Legion Auxiliary is sponsoring the annual Poppy Poster contest for second through 12th grade, with entries due by April 7, 2025. For more information, contact Michelle Garwood at 402-389-1655.

LINCOLN, Neb. – March 3, 2025. – Visit Nebraska is excited to announce the stops included in the 2025 Nebraska Passport program. The Passport inspires Nebraskans and tourists to travel throughout the state collecting stamps to earn prizes while also supporting Nebraska's tourism destinations and local businesses.

If you were really quiet - really, really, quiet, you could hear the thirsty ground soaking in all the moisture that we were blessed with. Last week was interesting - or madness - with blizzard like conditions, Tuesday, March 4, which left a total of 2.2 inches of snow behind, and .21 inches of moisture. The winds were gusty, with the highest at 50 mph.

Part of my agreement with them included pursing my MBA in Healthcare Management while I working there, which I completed and really enjoyed. As COO, my responsibilities included multiple departments, which expanded over time and included: Plant Operations, Environmental Services or housekeeping, IT, and eventually ended up with dietary, all our clinics, and rehabilitation departments. I managed several projects including minor renovations, a kitchen-cafeteria remodel, different clinic projects, a daycare for our employees children, and a new electronic health record change. It was a cool experience.”

The Badgers overcame a 19 point deficit to beat Sydney, 49-46, in the first round. Since the reach of KVSH was limited in those days, the game was broadcast live, via closed circuit radio, to a full house crowd in the Valentine gym.

The Chadron State College Rodeo Team hosted their annual Black Tie Calf Fry at the Dawes County Fairgrounds in Chadron Saturday evening to well over 300 people in attendance. A delicious meal served by team members and live entertainment was enjoyed by all.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) slammed his Democrat colleagues for voting against the Protection of Women and Girls Sports Act. Ricketts voted to support the legislation earlier this week.