SIDNEY, NE - A Sidney-based company recently received foreign-trade zone approval and they’re hopeful it provides a boost to the area.

Box Butte County Public Defender Jon Worthman was formally arraigned Friday afternoon in Scotts Bluff County Court on a felony count of Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute

Rod Sonnichsen was sworn in as the new Broken Bow Mayor during a ceremony on Friday afternoon at the Broken Bow Municipal Building.

The search for a missing Furnas County man has been scaled back according to The Furnas County Sheriff's Office.

SCOTTSBLUFF, NE - Several panhandle community leaders took the first step Thursday to reviving a once-dormant group as they met to restart the Western Nebraska Economic Development group.

The Furnas County Sheriff's Office is still searching for 78-year-old Larry Hardenbrook, who was last seen Tuesday.

Scottsbluff's former city manager likely will temporarily return to oversee city operations while officials look to permanently fill the position.

SIDNEY, NE - Nelnet is hiring, and it wants to give Sidney residents the chance to work from home. The Nebraska-based company is hosting a job fair at Western Nebraska Community College's Sidney campus Thursday.

A 44-year-old man died Sunday morning after the vehicle he was driving rolled in south Sidney.

SIDNEY, NE - Residents of a western Nebraska town could soon be seeing changes to their utility rates. The Sidney City Council passed changing water and electricity rates through a second of three readings Tuesday night.

Ed Sadler's last day as Sidney City Manager will be Feb. 28. 

It's the second year High Plains Dental, LifeSmiles and Summit Dental group teamed up with the school system to provide the free exams. 

An Alliance man appears in court Monday while facing attempted first degree murder and arson charges.

A former employee of Johnson Trucking is facing charges of felony theft of property valued at more than $5,000, a class IIA felony.

A detached garage is a complete loss after an early Sunday morning fire.

Council is expected to take action on both ordinances at their meeting Tuesday at City Hall. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. and the public is encouraged to attend.

The driver of a semitrailer is dead after colliding with a freight train in northeastern Colorado on Friday. The collision happened at a rail crossing near Peetz.

Nelnet is hosting a job fair at the Western Nebraska Community College - Sidney Campus from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 16.

The jury in Valley County District Court has found Fr. John Kakkuzhiyil not guilty of charges that he sexually assaulted a woman at this home in November, 2018.

About half a dozen employees of the Chadron hotel, Travelodge protested along highway 385 in front of the hotel Thursday afternoon.

A western Nebraska attorney has been arrested and charge with a drug felony after investigators say he admitted to accepting cocaine as payment for providing legal services.

A motion to change venue for the trial of Broken Bow Mayor Jonathon Berghorst has been denied in Custer County Court.

One person has been arrested and authorities are looking for another suspect in the burglary of Larsen's Jewelry Store in Kimball.

Trimming will typically happen during the week between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., as weather and schedules permit. 

Investigators with the Western Nebraska Intelligence and Narcotics Group arrested a Scottsbluff man during an operation Tuesday afternoon.

The Chadron Police Department is investigating a possible scam involving a non-existent company that appeared for a time on internet searches for urgent care providers in Chadron.

The recall election ballots for Broken Bow Mayor Jonathon Berghorst have been sent out to the registered voters in Broken Bow.

SIDNEY - Kyle and Anne Larson, of Sidney, welcomed the first baby at Sidney Regional Medical Center in 2020. Luke William Larson was born on Monday, Jan. 6. He weighed seven pounds and nine ounces, and was 20.5" in length. He is the couple's fourth child.

Colorado officials have agreed to pay $500,000 to a man serving a life sentence for a murder conviction who was severely beaten by a prison guard.

The trial for a priest accused of sexually assaulting an Ord woman last year is underway.

Authorities say a woman has died in a collision involving a semitrailer on Interstate 80 in Hall County.

The Cheyenne County Chamber will host their annual banquet on Jan. 24 and they're looking nominees for the "Hero's," "New Business of the Year" and "Citizen of the Year" awards.

The Sidney Shooting Park has a new venue for handgun enthusiasts.

The House of Flowers in Sidney is under new management.

School officials are advising Sidney residents to not be alarmed if they see a heavy police presence around the high school campus Friday.

Oglala Sioux tribal officials say the search for 2 men missing on the Pine Ridge Reservation Friday night resumes Tuesday morning.

The recall election ballots for Broken Bow Mayor Jonathon Berghorst have been sent out to the registered voters in Broken Bow.

The City of Broken Bow declared a snow emergency that will remain in effect until 5 pm today.

Wind and ice knocked out power for several Wheat Belt Public Power customers Sunday, ranging from Lodgepole to Big Springs.

Nebraska State Patrol Troopers and Cheyenne County Deputies responded to three accidents on Interstate 80 near Potter on Saturday afternoon.

Elic Chisam has more on what NDOT workers have had to deal with today to keep the roads safe.

Our reporters are out keeping track of the winter weather.

A suspect in the shooting a 19-year-old man in Torrington, Wyo. has been arrested in Scotts Bluff County.

Three people were arrested following a short pursuit on Interstate 80 near Sidney, which included one suspect jumping from a moving vehicle at speeds near 50 MPH.

The Sidney Police Department is investigating the slashing of four tires late last week between the 1600 and 1800 blocks of Osage St. 

one-vehicle accident resulted in one injury just after 8 PM on Sunday, December 22.

The Sidney Shooting Park (SSP) has announced the receipt of a grant from the Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s Outdoor Fund in the amount of $20,000 to be used for the creation of a new Handgun Range. 

For 33 years, Terry Duffield has helped foster and place dogs and cats with families all over Western Nebraska and beyond.

Deputies with the Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office are currently investigating a theft from their personal range on County Road 123 East of Sidney.

Three senior leaders of the Nebraska National Guard visited Sidney Wednesday.

The Sidney Police Department responded to three separate theft calls over the weekend at Walmart in Sidney.

After the announcement mid-November that the retail building which houses Buffalo Point Steakhouse & Grill is for sale, management has confirmed the restaurant will be closing at the end of December.

Local law enforcement did their part over the weekend to ensure 24 children in Cheyenne County have a very Merry Christmas.

An Idaho woman is dead following a collision with an out-of-control semi Sunday morning on Eastbound Interstate 80 near Dix, Neb. 

Oglala Sioux Tribal Authorities are searching for a man wanted in connection with a shooting incident in Pine Ridge, South Dakota Tuesday morning.

A new year brings in a new Officer for the Nebraska Association of School Board (NASB).

A 32-year-old Sidney man still awaits a Jury Trial on three charges.

The Scottsbluff City Council has reduced its funding commitment to the local zoo, a commitment that includes a contingency clause for further cuts if city sales tax revenue drops.

With several media publications and segments being circulated recently discussing the city of Sidney, Nebraska State Senator, Steve Erdman, of Bayard, weighed in on the topic himself in his weekly column, “Straight Talk from Steve.”

What was once just a dream for Pat and Sharrell Keane is now a reality as their very own coffee shop, Beans & Steams Coffee House, is now open in Sidney.

The Nebraska Department of Transportation has announced the opening of the Highway 11 bridge, south of Butte.

Western Nebraska Community College received a $16,650 donation from the Nebraska Public Power District and Wells Fargo, resulting from the 28th annual Nebraska Open golf tournament in September.

Scottsbluff Police Officers were dispatched to a vehicle versus pedestrian accident on Thursday, December 12, at the intersection of East 20th Street and 5th Avenue.

City Manager Ed Sadler presented the proposal to Council at their meeting Tuesday night. 

Agri-Plastics continues to grow with the addition of their newest subsidiary company

The Cozad Police Department is reminding residents to be cautions of what you throw in your trash cans after a rash of unauthorized banking transactions.