Zoning Administrator To Conduct Investigation of Conditional Use Permit
Due process is spelled out in the zoning regulation of Cherry County.
Valentine Police Report
Three arrests made by Valentine PD.
VFD Elects Officers for 2025, 2026
Valentine Volunteer Fire Department responded to 71 calls in the past 12 months.
Badgers Medal One, Hosting Southwest Conference Golf
Caden Stankoski took 5th place at Southwest Conference.
American Cardinal Robert Prevost Named Pope
Prevost, 69, will be the first American Pope in the Catholic Church’s history.
Valentine To Get Television Exposure This Summer
American Dream TV and Backyard Gardener are planning on utilizing the area for upcoming segments.
Fugitive Dittman Arrested
Dixie prefers to paint landscape and wildlife as seen in this art work.
Detour Coming for West 4th St Project in Valentine
Work is expected to disrupt traffic flows on the construction West of Valentines Main St. Congestion expected around Middle School.
Dittman Still At Large In Dawes County or Pine Ridge
Shooting Friday morning on Pine Ridge lead to massive manhunt in Northwest Nebraska.
Prescribed Burn Workshop Planned For May 9th
This is a free event, but to guarantee your meals, register with Ethan Osnes at 402-322-1430 or email ethan.osnes@tnc.org.
Keya Paha County Emergency Calls Now Handled By Cherry County
Emergency response will remain the same, however the calls will be handled by Cherry County dispatchers.
Tire Amnesty Fills 200 Ton Limit On First Day
The North Central RC&D will start planning for another possible tire amnesty event next year in the six-county area.
Plum Creek Fire Declared 100% Contained After One Week
Numerous area fire departments and volunteers help fight the Plum Creek Fire.
TCHS Senior Honoring Saturday In Mission
Seniors and their sponsors need to be at the Ben Reifel Auditorium no later than 12:30 on Saturday.
Bitner and Miller Place at State Journalism
Katelyn and Tierney are both Sophomores at Valentine High School.
Tire Amnesty Underway in Valentine
The tire pile continues to grow. this is what it looked like after about one hour of collections.
District Music Contest Results
Valentine Senior Choir and Band students gave a special thank you to Bethany Springer and Connie Rhoades at their Spring Concert Monday night.
2025 Poppy Poster Contest Winners
Posters were on display during Old West Days at Valentine High School.
Tire Amnesty This Wednesday and Thursday
Once 220 tons is reached the collection will be shut off.
Valentine PD Report
Valentine PD arrest two people this past week.
Good Progress Over Weekend on Plum Creek Fire
Plum Creek Fire still at just over 7,000 acres.
Storms Hit KVSH Area Sunday Night
These pictures from the Sexson ranch 6 miles south of Nenzel and 2 miles east.
Valentine Track Results from West Holt Invite
Cronic take 4 gold medals at West Holt Track Invite.
US Senator Pete Rickets Holds Town Hall at Valentine Livestock
About 60 people attend the town hall with Senator Rickets.
Friday Update on Plum Creek Fire
Plum Creek Fire 70% contained and improving.
Highway 12 Bridge East of Valentine Now Open to Traffic
Travelers on highway 12 over the Minnechaduza bridge will have access across the new concrete bridge.
Thursday Update on Johnstown Area Fire
Picture provided by Ryan Benjamin.
US Drought Map Shows Improvements in North Central Nebraska
The north central Nebraska forecast calls for increased precipitation this week.
Minnechaduza Bridge on Highway 12 to Open Wednesday.
The bridge has been closed to traffic since last Labor Day. Picture taken a few weeks ago when pouring concrete.
Refuge Hike June 7th
Area residents are invited to join the Sandhills Prairie Refuge Association for this nature hike.
Student Council Talent Show May 6th
Entries are due by May 2nd to darganbright@vcsbadger.net
A Note From Patriots Don and Ginny Nelson About the 250th Birthday of the US
2026 will be the 250th Birthday of The United States.
Valentine Police Report
Three arrests made by Valentine PD.
False Report Causes Emergency Response To Fish Hatchery
Emergency personnel responded to a possible drowning only to find the call was a hoax. Cherry County Sheriff’s Office is investigating.
Minnechaduza Bridge Closer to Completion
Construction included removal of old bridge and construction of new one.
Kilgore Fire Department Extinguishes Fire South of Kilgore
The total size of the fire was unknown as of Friday afternoon.
Highway 83 North Project Begins
Infrastructure work will begin this week with traffic maintained.
Valentine City Council Holds Regular Meeting
City approves new fireworks ordinance, street dances and liquor license.
Sales Tax Figures in January 2025 Down in Valentine
Several area communities saw a decrease in sales this January vs. last.
Senator Ricketts To Hold Mobile Office Hours In Area
For more information, please visit https://www.ricketts.senate.gov/services.
Game and Parks Making Improvements Near Hyannis
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.
Sheriffs Office Reports Scam Involving Local Company
Kirk Barnes Construction target of scam selling heavy equipment.
Missing Person Search on Rosebud in Parmalee Area
Standing Bear is a Native American woman who has been missing since March 30th.
Community Opportunity to Learn More About Proposed Convention Center.
New convention center would be linked to Mid Plains College Campus.
Fire Burns an estimated 23,000 acres. Cause UTV possibly.
23,000 Acres burned and possible cause was a USFW UTV.
Improvements in Drought Conditions
Central and north eastern Cherry County has seen improvement in drought conditions.
Trial Over in Suit Against Cherry County Over CUP
The trial was scheduled for two days, but testimony wrapped on day one.
Emergency Sirens To Be Tested During Severe Weather Awareness Week
The sirens will be tested Wednesday March 26th in Cody, Kilgore, Valentine, Wood Lake and Springview.
Van Fire Spreads to Grass, Canyon Land In South Central South Dakota
Roughly 187 acres were burned in the blaze.
Senator Ricketts Announces Mobile Office Hours
Ricketts will have staff in Thedford on April 1st.
Smoke Sends Valentine Volunteer Firemen to Local Church
Firemen responded to the Berean Church Thursday morning. Minimal damage was reported.
Valentine Children and Families Coalition Making Progress On Proposed Facility
Stay tuned to KVSH Radio for any updates on the progress that the Valentine Children and Families Coalition is making in the Heart City.
Cherry County Ag Society Preparing for Nebraska State High School Finals Rodeo
The Nebraska High School Rodeo Association Finals will be held in Valentine from June 12-14 with check-in on the 11th.
Construction Updates From NDOT
Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, andto put phones down.
UNL Releases Preliminary Farm Real Estate Market Survey Results for Northwest Nebraska
The preliminary findings for the Farm Real Estate Market Survey for northwest Nebraska is available. Photo by Chabella Guzman
Midwest Walleye Challenge Returns for Second Year
Anglers and biologists again are joining forces to bring a new kind of fishing
tournament to Nebraska.
Valentine Police Department Week in Review
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.
180 to 200 People Attend Rotary Fish Fry
Almost $4,000 raised for scholarships.
Powderhorn Ramp At Merritt Temporarily Closed Due To Damages
Significant heaving from ice caused the lower portion of the ramp to break off and sink.
City Council Holds Regular Monthly Meeting
The next meeting of the Valentine City Council will be held at 6pm on April 10th.
Smith Falls State Park Fully Open After Ice Melts
An ice jam on the Niobrara River broke loose Feb. 19, pushing onto the campground and blocking roads.
Announcing the 2025 Inductees of the Nebraska Sandhills Cowboy Hall of Fame
10 inductees will be honored at the 20th annual Banquet and Induction Ceremony June 7 at the Cherry County Fairgrounds in Valentine.
Spring Wild Turkey Season Approaches
Thanks to Nebraska Game and Parks for the information and upcoming dates.
Update on Heart City Theater
Contractors to meet on March 24th to discuss theater project.
Ag Society To Hold Special Meeting March 19 To Discuss HS Rodeo Finals
The board will be discussing the HS Rodeo Finals this summer at the Cherry County Fairgrounds.
Cherry County Commissioners Agree On New Weed Superintendent
Patrick Hooper of Merriman was offered the position on Tuesday.
Commissioners Approve Poly Outdoor Furniture Fabrication Shop
The commissioners approved CUP #25-01 Tuesday morning after a public hearing found no complaints, concerns from residents.
Kroegers Awarded NEMSA EMS Personnel Of The Year
Doug and Shirley Kroeger, above, were given the award at the ambulance service’s regular monthly meeting.
Middle Niobrara Natural Resources District Public Meeting
The board discussed a new building proposal.
VHS Graduate Releases Album
Kolton Brown of Valentine released his first music album, “Find A Girl”, on February 10, 2025.
Sales Tax Figures in December 2024 Up in Valentine
Several area communities saw an increase in sales this December vs. last.
Daylight Saving Time Starts This Weekend
“Spring forward” this weekend.
Cody Area Blood Drive Thursday
To make an appointment, call 605-822-4339
Area Snowfall Amounts
Martin DeNaeyer sent us a picture of his calving lot snowfall.
Sparks Spurs Donate to Valentine Vets Club
Pictured are Mike Burge of Sparks Spurs, Rex Gallino and Monte Krueger from Vets Club, John Hanzlicek and Rich Mercure from Sparks Spurs.
Inheritance Tax Repeal Bill Hearing Next Week
The bill would eliminate all inheritance taxes in Nebraska.
KVSH Basketball Bracket Contest Coming Up
KVSH will offer $940 for a perfect bracket but there will be a short entry window so be ready.
Two Vehicle Accident In Valentine Prompts Emergency Response
The accident occurred when one vehicle apparently crossed the center line, striking another on Hwy 20 in Valentine.
Controversial Artwork Removed From Valentine Library
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.
Another Valentine Business Featured On Nebraska Passport 2025
Tooth and Whisker Outdoors is among the 2025 Nebraska Passport promotion destinations.
Death Row Inmate Named Artist Of The Month At Valentine Public Library
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.
KVSH Radio Starts New Historical Program
Sandhills Stories aired its first episode with Robert Joseph last week. The conclusion of that story this Friday at 10:15.
VPD Week In Review
2 arrests were reported 2/23/25 to 3/1/25
Tanya Storer Reports Legislature Debating Two Daylight Savings Time Proposals
Would you support Daylaights Saving Time or Standard Time.
Todd Co Commissioners Hosting Another Roads Input Meeting
The Monday meeting will allow input from community members as to which roads are a priority for the county.
Pillen Declares State Of Emergency For Custer, Dawes County Area Fires
The fires have been fueled by high winds, low humidity and dry conditions.
State Patrol Trooper Laid To Rest Thursday
Trooper Kyle McAcy was killed in the line of duty on Feb. 17 while responding to the scene of a crash on I-80.
Area Firemen Respond To Multiple Fire Reports
A Fire Weather Watch is in effect across north central Nebraska and south central South Dakota on Friday as well.
RCALF USA Fundraiser To Take Place At VLA Thursday
Valentine Livestock Auction will host an R-CALF USA rollover auction calf sale fundraiser at approximately 3 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 27.
Fischer Reintroduces Legislation to Protect Rural Seniors’ Access to Care
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.
Multiple Fire Departments Respond To Wildfire South Of Norden
Approximately 80 acres were burned in the Monday evening fire.
VPD Week In Review Features No Arrests Last Week
During the week, officers responded to 49 calls for service.
Valentine Dance, Cheer Win State Championship
The Valentine Dance Team won the state championship in Jazz, 2nd in Pom.
Cody Fire Department Assists Landowner With Burn Pit
Gusty conditions were kicking up embers from a burn pit Monday morning, said Chief Pitkin
Tire Amnesty Grant Received For Valentine
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.
Quilt Show Results
Despite wintry conditions, 49 quilts were entered during the 2025 Bull Bash Quilt Show at Nelsen Furniture.
Ice Jam Temporarily Closes Smith Falls Campground
The ice jam has encroached into the campground, blocking its roadway.
Tripp County Teen Dies Of Exposure
The teen likely died of exposure to the cold, according to authorities.
Red Cross Blood Drive In Valentine March 6
To make an appointment, call Jeanie Cozad at 402-376-4715
Flags To Fly At Half Staff Feb 27 To Honor Fallen Trooper
McAcy was killed in the line of duty on Feb. 17 while responding to the scene of a crash on I-80