About 60 people attend the town hall with Senator Rickets.

Plum Creek Fire 70% contained and improving.

Travelers on highway 12 over the Minnechaduza bridge will have access across the new concrete bridge.

Picture provided by Ryan Benjamin.

The north central Nebraska forecast calls for increased precipitation this week.

The bridge has been closed to traffic since last Labor Day. Picture taken a few weeks ago when pouring concrete.

Area residents are invited to join the Sandhills Prairie Refuge Association for this nature hike.

Entries are due by May 2nd to darganbright@vcsbadger.net

2026 will be the 250th Birthday of The United States.

Three arrests made by Valentine PD.

Emergency personnel responded to a possible drowning only to find the call was a hoax. Cherry County Sheriff’s Office is investigating.

Construction included removal of old bridge and construction of new one.

The total size of the fire was unknown as of Friday afternoon.

Infrastructure work will begin this week with traffic maintained.

City approves new fireworks ordinance, street dances and liquor license.

Several area communities saw a decrease in sales this January vs. last.

For more information, please visit https://www.ricketts.senate.gov/services.

Construction has begun on new amenities at Frye Lake and Avocet Lake near Hyannis.
If all goes according to schedule, anglers will have an easier time launching boats
at both locations by the end of the summer.

Kirk Barnes Construction target of scam selling heavy equipment.

Standing Bear is a Native American woman who has been missing since March 30th.

New convention center would be linked to Mid Plains College Campus.

The trial was scheduled for two days, but testimony wrapped on day one.

The sirens will be tested Wednesday March 26th in Cody, Kilgore, Valentine, Wood Lake and Springview.

Roughly 187 acres were burned in the blaze.

Ricketts will have staff in Thedford on April 1st.

Firemen responded to the Berean Church Thursday morning. Minimal damage was reported.

Stay tuned to KVSH Radio for any updates on the progress that the Valentine Children and Families Coalition is making in the Heart City.

Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, andto put phones down.

The preliminary findings for the Farm Real Estate Market Survey for northwest Nebraska is available. Photo by Chabella Guzman

During the week, the Police Department responded to 39 calls for service, including 11 traffic stops, 3 trespassing complaints, 2 disturbances, and 2 reports of Suspicious Persons or Vehicles.

Almost $4,000 raised for scholarships.

Significant heaving from ice caused the lower portion of the ramp to break off and sink.

The next meeting of the Valentine City Council will be held at 6pm on April 10th.

An ice jam on the Niobrara River broke loose Feb. 19, pushing onto the campground and blocking roads.

10 inductees will be honored at the 20th annual Banquet and Induction Ceremony June 7 at the Cherry County Fairgrounds in Valentine.

Contractors to meet on March 24th to discuss theater project.

The board will be discussing the HS Rodeo Finals this summer at the Cherry County Fairgrounds.

Patrick Hooper of Merriman was offered the position on Tuesday.

The commissioners approved CUP #25-01 Tuesday morning after a public hearing found no complaints, concerns from residents.

Doug and Shirley Kroeger, above, were given the award at the ambulance service’s regular monthly meeting.

The board discussed a new building proposal.

Kolton Brown of Valentine released his first music album, “Find A Girl”, on February 10, 2025.

Several area communities saw an increase in sales this December vs. last.

“Spring forward” this weekend.

To make an appointment, call 605-822-4339

Pictured are Mike Burge of Sparks Spurs, Rex Gallino and Monte Krueger from Vets Club, John Hanzlicek and Rich Mercure from Sparks Spurs.

The bill would eliminate all inheritance taxes in Nebraska.

KVSH will offer $940 for a perfect bracket but there will be a short entry window so be ready.

The accident occurred when one vehicle apparently crossed the center line, striking another on Hwy 20 in Valentine.

Pastor Nolting states that the display of artwork made by a death row inmate who converted to Christianity was never intended to be controversial.
Nolting will be on the KVSH Comment program at 10:30 this Thursday.

Tooth and Whisker Outdoors is among the 2025 Nebraska Passport promotion destinations.

Raymond Mata, who converted to Christianity while incarcerated, produced the artwork. Mata is currently awaiting the death penalty at the state prison facility in Tecumseh.

Sandhills Stories aired its first episode with Robert Joseph last week. The conclusion of that story this Friday at 10:15.

2 arrests were reported 2/23/25 to 3/1/25

Would you support Daylaights Saving Time or Standard Time.

The Monday meeting will allow input from community members as to which roads are a priority for the county.

A Fire Weather Watch is in effect across north central Nebraska and south central South Dakota on Friday as well.

Valentine Livestock Auction will host an R-CALF USA rollover auction calf sale fundraiser at approximately 3 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 27.

On December 5, 2023, Senator Fischer first introduced the Protecting Rural Seniors’
Access to Care Act to stop the rule from being finalized. Despite bipartisan
opposition, the CMS staffing rule was finalized in April 2024.

Approximately 80 acres were burned in the Monday evening fire.

During the week, officers responded to 49 calls for service.

Gusty conditions were kicking up embers from a burn pit Monday morning, said Chief Pitkin

More details will be available as the event nears, however, if you have questions about the tire
amnesty in Valentine, please contact the RC&D at northcentralrcd@gmail.com or 402-340-1530.

Despite wintry conditions, 49 quilts were entered during the 2025 Bull Bash Quilt Show at Nelsen Furniture.

The ice jam has encroached into the campground, blocking its roadway.

The teen likely died of exposure to the cold, according to authorities.

To make an appointment, call Jeanie Cozad at 402-376-4715

McAcy was killed in the line of duty on Feb. 17 while responding to the scene of a crash on I-80

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The Luck of the Draw is the only 4-H fund raiser of the year.

Cold weather forcing meeting moves.

Our Sweetheart drawing should be held on Tuesday.

145 students participated in the event held at Valentine Livestock on the 14th.

Students must have a GPA of 3.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale to be named to the Dean’s List.

Crews were on scene for about 2 hours.

Marcy Stuart won both the contests sponsored by the Chamber.

The old record has stood for 26 years.

Todd County residents are asked to contact Marshal Tinant for additional information.

Parks will begin with the 2025 VHS Drama Season in the fall.

Highway 12 Minnechaduza bridge replacement should be completed by Memorial Day or sooner.

A sentencing date has been scheduled for April 24th for Chloe Coplen-Anderson.

An informational meeting will be held at the Lakeview School at 7pm Wednesday, February 12.

The bill would help critical access hospitals such as Cherry County Hospital receive reimbursement.

Several area communities saw a slight decrease in sales this November vs. last.