Worthman selected as Gering’s new Director of Tourism

Worthman selected as Gering’s new Director of Tourism

Following interviews of five qualified candidates, the City of Gering has selected Tina Worthman as the new Director of Tourism. https://youtu.be/NU9wJsWIRNw Worthman has a BA from UNL and brings with her considerable marketing experience.  She has served as a Public Information Officer for Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources, Director…
19th Annual Festival of Freedom Set for Saturday at 18th Street Plaza

19th Annual Festival of Freedom Set for Saturday at 18th Street Plaza

People from Scottsbluff, Gering, Terrytown and beyond are invited to the 18th Street Plaza this Saturday for an event that's been held for nearly two decades now. Event organizer Mary Gonzales says that the 19th Annual Festival of Freedom will be a day of live music, food, and life changing…
Japanese restaurant to open in Scottsbluff this month

Japanese restaurant to open in Scottsbluff this month

A former Chinese restaurant in Scottsbluff is getting a new lease on life, and will soon house a new restaurant that expands dining options in the area. Genji will offer Japanese-style hibachi, ramen and sushi dishes when they open later this month in Scottsbluff. https://youtu.be/47zUwe9EYPE During a recent visit to…
Nebraska among happiest states in U.S.

Nebraska among happiest states in U.S.

Residents of the Cornhusker State are apparently among some of the happiest people in the country. A 2024 WalletHub Report on the happiest states in America placed Nebraska number nine on their list, with Hawaii, Maryland, New Jersey, Utah and Delaware making up the top five. The financial website looked…
The Tangled Tumbleweed Shutting Its Doors in October

The Tangled Tumbleweed Shutting Its Doors in October

A favorite dining spot in Scottsbluff will be closing its doors next month. This week, the owners of 'The Tangled Tumbleweed' announced that Manager and Chef James Montoya is moving to Iowa with his family to create the restaurant of their dreams. Many locals commented on The Tangled Tumbleweed's Facebook…
Nebraska Farm Bureau launches new health plans

Nebraska Farm Bureau launches new health plans

Nebraska Farm Bureau has introduced a new product, the Nebraska Farm Bureau Health Plans, that could be a game changer in lowering health insurance costs for Nebraskans. “The current health care insurance market discriminates against self-employed individuals and small business owners because they are not eligible for the discounted rates…
Chadron girls win home golf invite

Chadron girls win home golf invite

There was a six team field on the links at the Ridgeview Course on Tuesday as the Chadron girls golf team hosted and then won their home invite. Chadron topped the team scores with a combined 373, finishing 20 shots in front of Scottsbluff, who posted a 393. Taegan Bach…
Scottsbluff and Gering earn home softball wins over rivals

Scottsbluff and Gering earn home softball wins over rivals

We had two softball broadcasts last night on the RRN-Scottsbluff as Gering won at home over Chadron 14-2 in three innings while Scottsbluff won in four innings at home over Alliance 13-2. For the Bearcats, they're now 9-2, and they got a winning performance in the circle from Hannah Schneider…
EWC golf teams open season, men start with win

EWC golf teams open season, men start with win

TORRINGTON, Wyo. – Eastern Wyoming College’s Men’s Golf Team opened the season with a tournament win at the Central Wyoming College Tournament, Sept. 5-6, in Riverton, Wyoming. "We were excited to get out and compete in the first tournament of the season. Both the mens and women's teams have been working…