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vaccines may be getting a little easier for adults to find but they’re still frustratingly scarce for young children. Health officials said Thursday the kid shots have started shipping and reminded most everyone to get a fall flu shot too.

On 09/17/2023 at 9:00 a.m., a hit and run accident was reported in the 200 block of East 5th Street. A 54 year old Valentine man was cited for leaving the scene of an accident and driving while revoked.

Celebrate the legacy of Dick Turpin by enjoying free time on the archery and firearm ranges at the dedication of the Turpin Outdoor Education Center on October 14 in Lincoln. Dick Turpin was a legendary Nebraska outdoorsman who loved connecting people to the outdoors.

Columbus – Fall weather is moving into the state and as farmers start to harvest their crops, Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) wants to remind equipment operators to look up and look out for powerlines.

Emergency scams, sometimes called “grandparent scams,” prey on the willingness of an unsuspecting, worried individual to help friends and family in need. With Artificial Intelligence (AI) now allowing scammers to clone the voice of a loved one, all someone needs is a short audio clip to make themselves sound exactly like your loved one.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023, Lincoln — Harvest is in full swing across Nebraska and the Nebraska State Patrol encourages all motorists to be aware of agriculture equipment traveling on roads throughout the state.

This being National Mental Illness Awareness week, it is interesting that in a world where significant strides have been made in science and technology, the stigma surrounding mental illness persists as a pervasive and damaging force. While we have achieved great progress in treating and understanding mental health disorders, the societal stereotypes and biases associated with them continue to hinder those who suffer.

“If you haven’t experienced a straight razor shave, you need to!” said Adam Moosman of Valentine’s new barber shop, located at 128 Third Street - because barber shops aren’t just about getting a trim!

It’s that time of year again and Fire Prevention Week will be recognized October 8-14. The theme for this year will focus on kitchen safety, but as always fire safety should be acknowledged throughout the entire home. The Valentine Volunteer Fire Department would like to remind everyone to change smoke detector batteries twice a year and if you have older detectors, they should be updated. Please discuss with your family your fire escape plan and a family meeting place in the event of a fire.

He’s back and still coaching only this time Mr. Mark Hagge will be coaching the town. As the new Economic Development Director, Mark will be working to help better the City of Valentine, and thus the entire community.