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Bluffs Man Sentenced on Attempted Second Degree Assault and Use of a Deadly Weapon to Commit a Felony Convictions
A 45-year-old Scottsbluff man has been sentenced following convictions on charges of Attempted Second Degree Assault and Use of a Deadly Weapon to Commit a Felony. Jason Leeling was arrested in October after getting into an argument with a man on West Overland and attempted to run him over in…
Remembering Edgar J. Hicks: A friend of the Nebraska Rural Radio Association
The Nebraska Rural Radio Association (NRRA) mourns the loss of an advocate and friend, Edgar J. Hicks, who passed away on June 29, 2024. Edgar's impact on our community and his dedication to the NRRA will be cherished and remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Born…
July WASDE Results
WHEAT: The outlook for 2024/25 U.S. wheat this month is for larger supplies, domestic use,exports, and ending stocks. Supplies are raised on increased wheat production and beginningstocks. All wheat production is raised 134 million bushels to 2,008 million, on an increase inharvested area and higher yields. The first 2024 survey-based…
Troopers on Patrol During Oregon Trail Days
Scotts Bluff County’s Oregon Trail Days bring thousands of people to celebrate Nebraska’s rich history, tradition, and hometown spirit. Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol will be working to reduce the likelihood of serious crashes around the event. “Many people from near and far come together for Oregon Trail, so…
Terrytown Woman Convicted on Meth Charges
A Scotts Bluff County District Court Judge has found a Terrytown woman guilty on drug distribution charges following a May bench trial. 56-year-old Tina Sanchez was arrested in November following a traffic stop, where a police K9 helped officer locate 10.8 grams of suspected methamphetamine, a glass pipe with white…
Chadron celebrating new Nebraska Creative District certification
Chadron’s Open Frontier District was recently named a certified Nebraska Creative District and was awarded a $10,000 Nebraska Arts Council Certification Grant. The Nebraska Creative District Program utilizes the arts as an economic driver to support communities in Nebraska by telling their stories and elevating the value of the arts.…
Ricketts, Smith react to delayed release of Renewable Volume Obligation numbers
Following the Environmental Protection Agency's announcement of expected delays to finalize Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) numbers, two lawmakers reacted negatively. U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts called it an "example of Biden’s war on American energy producers and the consumers that rely on them." Ricketts' statement also said, "American-made biofuels save consumers…
New Study Showcases Corn Farming’s Contribution to the Economy
Corn growers were responsible for a $151 billion boost to the U.S. economy in 2023, according to a new report released this week by the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA). The report, entitled NCGA Economic Contribution Study for 2023, looked at a number of ways in which corn growers shaped the economy,…
Rural Scottsbluff man accused of theft from multiple Home Depot stores
A rural Scottsbluff man accused of defrauding Home Depot stores in Cheyenne and Scottsbluff with a merchandise scheme has agreed to be extradited to Wyoming. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKyL-WTBeRg 69-year-old Laverne Meyer, also known as Vern Meyer, was lodged into the Scotts Bluff County Detention Center July 3 on a Laramie County warrant…
McGowens to join Portland Trail Blazers
Former Husker Bryce McGowens will continue his professional career on the West Coast, as he signed with the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday. McGowens signed a two-way contract with the Trail Blazers after spending the last two seasons with the Charlotte Hornets. Last season, he appeared in 59 games, including…