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Leadership Scotts Bluff donates Hoops 4 Heroes proceeds
Leadership Scotts Bluff Class 34 presented $19,400 to Northfield Haven earlier this month, representing the proceeds of this year's Hoops 4 Heroes fundraiser. Class members say Northfield Haven was selected as the beneficiary of the event because their commitment to fostering independence and inclusion aligns perfectly with the LSB goal…
Former Scottsbluff Police Captain sentenced to prison on theft charges
Former Scottsbluff Police Captain Brian Wasson has been sentenced to prison on his convictions for two counts of theft by unlawful taking. District Court Judge Cindy Volkmer handed down a sentence of 40 to 68 months on each of the charges, ordering them to be served concurrently. Additionally, Wasson was…
Nebraska College Rodeo Results | Weekend of April 20th
College rodeo athletes hit the trail this past weekend, competing at various rodeos in their respective regions. Nebraska teams and Nebraska native athletes in the Great Plains, Central Plains, and Central Rocky Mountain regions found success in multiple events. The following results outline how NEBRASKA rodeo teams and NEBRASKA athletes performed over the weekend.…
Husker offense discusses practice
Nebraska offensive coordinator Marcus Satterfield met with members of the media following the Huskers’ spring practice on Tuesday. He discussed the plan for the quarterbacks during the spring game and what is important to see from them. “The plan is that they’re all going to get a chance to play…
Sugar beets to be grown across Nebraska in 4-H agronomy project
The Nebraska Extension 4-H and Open Class entries have seen many special projects over the years, from dry edible beans to sorghum and broom corn. This year, Nebraska Extension and 4-H’s Special Agronomy Project for 2024 is sugar beets. The project is held across the state, both in the Panhandle…
Best in the West Track & Field entries
The 2024 Best in the West Track and Field Meet is being held today in Scottsbluff. Below you'll find the complete entry list for all varsity events. CLICK TO DOWNLOAD ALL ENTRIES FOR THE MEETDownload
Nebraska Farm Bureau Endorses Nine Candidates for Election to the Nebraska Legislature
LINCOLN, NEB. – Nebraska Farm Bureau, the state’s largest general agriculture organization, has announced a slate of endorsements for candidates seeking election to the Nebraska Legislature. Endorsements made by the Nebraska Farm Bureau Political Action Committee (NEFB-PAC) are based on the candidate’s positions on agriculture and rural issues and recommendations…
Suspected Drunk Driver Facing Heightened Charges After Kicking Health Care Professional
A Gering man is facing a variety of charges after a weekend traffic stop initiated by an illegal U-Turn. A Scottsbluff Police sergeant pulled over 27-year-old Dalton Slunecka Sunday afternoon after hearing screeching tires, and made contact with him in a parking lot on Avenue A. Court documents say that…
Zoning change approved for Oikos housing project in Gering
A proposed residential project of duplexes and quadplexes in southeast Gering will be able to move forward after the City Council approved a change in zoning for the land owned by Oikos Development Corporation. City engineer Annie Folck explained an adjacent property owner to the north was willing to have…
WNCC Golf Classic set for Saturday, June 8 at Monument Shadows
Western Nebraska Community College athletics will hold their annual Cougar Golf Classic on Saturday, June 8 at Monument Shadows Golf Course in Gering. The golf classic is a 4-person scramble with an 8 a.m. shotgun start. The cost for the day of golf is $80 person and includes carts and…