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
Emergency Personnel Respond To Broken Bow Explosion
Story From KBBN Broken Bow
Cherry County 4-H Luck of the Draw Total Exceeds $18,000
The Luck of the Draw is the only 4-H fund raiser of the year.
Commissioners and Niobrara Council Meeting Postponed.
Cold weather forcing meeting moves.
Winners Named In Bull Bash Drawing From KVSH Radio
Our Sweetheart drawing should be held on Tuesday.
Colder Weather Drops Numbers at Livestock Judging.
145 students participated in the event held at Valentine Livestock on the 14th.
Krolikowski Named To UNMC Dean’s List
Students must have a GPA of 3.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale to be named to the Dean’s List.
Emergency Crews Respond To Attic Fire On Cold Saturday Night
Crews were on scene for about 2 hours.
Chamber Hosts Valentines Day Events
Marcy Stuart won both the contests sponsored by the Chamber.
Seven Valentine Badger Boys Qualify for State. Badger Finish Runner Up at Districts
Boys State Wrestling begins Thursday at 3pm with live coverage on KVSH and kvsh.com.
Open Plains Transit Funding, 5th Street Sidewalk Overhauls Part of Lengthy City Council Meeting
The old record has stood for 26 years.
Public Input Meetings Being Held In Todd County In Attempt To Get Additional Roads Funding
Todd County residents are asked to contact Marshal Tinant for additional information.
Shelly Parks Named New VHS Drama Coach
Parks will begin with the 2025 VHS Drama Season in the fall.
Weather Dictates Pace of Minnechaduza Bridge Work.
Highway 12 Minnechaduza bridge replacement should be completed by Memorial Day or sooner.
Bull Bash 2025 Ready to Run
Vendor tent displays moving to former Auntie D’s building for Bull Bash.
Gordon Teen to be Sentenced for Killing Baby
A sentencing date has been scheduled for April 24th for Chloe Coplen-Anderson.
Todd County Seeking Road Improvement Funds
An informational meeting will be held at the Lakeview School at 7pm Wednesday, February 12.
Fischer Reintroduces Legislation To Help Rural Hospitals
The bill would help critical access hospitals such as Cherry County Hospital receive reimbursement.
Winner, SD Grazing Management Workshop Results
Event organizers would like to thank South Central RC&D, South Dakota Grassland Initiative, South Dakota Soil Health Coalition and the Farm Credit Services of America for supporting this successful event.
Photo by Jewell Bork, South Central RC&D
Sales Tax Figures in November 2024 Down in Valentine
Several area communities saw a slight decrease in sales this November vs. last.
Ice Anglers Petitioning For More Ice Fishing Lakes On Valentine Refuge
Currently, only 9 of Valentine National Wildlife Refuge’s 24 lakes are open to fishing of any kind.
Over 800 Valentines for Vets Collected
Valentines for Veterans sends Valentine’s Day cards from Valentine, NE to area veterans and veterans’ homes.
VPD Weekly Report Includes Multiple Assaults
This weeks report indicates 10 traffic stops, 6 welfare checks, 3 domestic disturbances, 2 animal complaints, and two suspicious persons or vehicles.
1st Annual Heart City Coyote Contest Results
Ryan Connot, Brandon Bailey, Hunter Harms, and Aiden Connot won first place in the 24 hour shoot.
Arganbright Appointed To Game And Parks District 6
Arganbright’s appointment is subject to confirmation by the Legislature
Valentine Livestock to Host Rollover Auction Feb 20th for R-CALF
Rollover auctions are fundraising events put on by R-CALF USA volunteers to raise money for the organization.
KVSH Celebrates Random Acts of Kindness Week
Random Act of Kindness Week is February 9th through the 15th.
Chief Deputy Wickman Honored For 10 Years Of Service
Chief Deputy Erick Wickman has served CCSO for 10 years.
Coming Soon: Valentine Chamber Of Commerce Punch Card
The punch cards should be available March1st.
Cherry County Hospital Prepared For Influx In OB Patients
A Cherry County Hospital spokesperson says that with 4 MD’s on staff, the hospital is ready for an influx in patients as Winner Regional Hospital ends its OB program.
VPD Week In Review
VPD responded to 51 calls for service in the past week.
Badger Grapplers Have Busy Weekend
Several Badger wrestlers crowned champions over the weekend.
Soup Contest Finals Held at Vets Club
Stacy Wilcox wins overall soup contest.
Game of Love, 81st Annual Valentine Coronation
Billings and Olson are 2025 King and Queen of Hearts.
One VHS Graduate Among Wayne State Dean’s List Honorees
Wayne State College Announces The Most Recent Dean’s List Honorees
Sandhills Area Foundation Partners With Cherry County Tourism For Convention Center Funding
The Sandhills Area Foundation (SAF) has entered into a pass-through agreement with Cherry County Tourism to facilitate tax-deductible donations for the upcoming Cherry County Convention Center project.
Photo Credit, Carolyn Moore
Livestock Judging February 14th at Valentine Livestock
Spectators are welcome to view while competitors judge different classes of livestock in this premier event around Bull Bash
Sparks Spurs Hosting Jackpot Cowboy Fast Draw This Weekend
The public is welcome to come watch and ask questions about fast draw.
Coach Cook Resigns
John Cook decides to step down form head volleyball coach at Nebraska.
Cherry County Rats and Mice
Over 1,200 homes have had mice or rats in the past 12 months in Cherry County.
Area Girl Scouts Prepare For Another Year Of Cookie Sales
The “Cookie Kickoff” event was held Sunday at MPCC, Valentine. Cookie sales for 2025 begin late next week.
Cherry County Sheriff Deputy Arrests NM Man With Over 6 Lbs Meth
Street value is estimated at $30,000-$35,000.
The Bulls Are Coming Back to Main Street Feb 15
All the regular events will be back for Bull Bash 2025.
Ice Fishing Remains Popular on Valentine NWR
The Valentine National Wildlife Refuge has 9 lakes open to anglers in Cherry County.
AARP Tax-Aide At Valentine Public Library This February
ontact AARP Foundation Tax-Aide to schedule an appointment by calling 888-227-7669.
Vets Club Soup Contest Results, Week 4
photo credit, LeeAnn Wagner
Thefts Continue To Be Problematic In Valentine
VPD Responded to 59 calls for service in the past week.
Semi Rollover Prompts Emergency Response
The initial request for emergency personnel went out at 4:12pm. There were some on scene well into the early morning hours.
Cork Thornton Ice Fishing Tournament Results
Brandon Mayfield and Blake Covey won first place.
Cherry County Attorney, Sheriff, Release Joint Statement on Immigration Enforcement
The press release is in response to public inquiry and intended to make clear the position of law enforcement in Cherry County.
EMS Personnel Recognized For Years Of Service
Thanks to those members of the Cherry County Hospital Ambulance Service who have been with the group for many years.
10 Students From Valentine FFA Travel To North Plate For State Degrees, CK Students Met Via Zoom
Results are not expected until March.
Valentine Library Announces Puzzle Contest Winners
There were two divisions. 500 and 1000 piece puzzle contests.
Open Plains Transit is Hiring
Open Plains Transit will be holding open interviews this Friday and Saturday.
MPCC Valentine Hosting CDL Simulator Wednesday
Call 402-376-8033 for more information.
Area Students To Attend UNK Honor Band and Choral Clinic
The event will be January 27th.
Congratulations to these students performing from Valentine and Cody Kilgore High Schools.
Tire Recycling Event Scheduled For April 30 and May 1
This event will allow for up to a 200 ton collection
Nebraska AG Recovers Over $1.4 Million For Scammed Consumers
This money was recovered by the Consumer Affairs Response Team (CART) in the Nebraska Attorney General’s Office on behalf of Nebraskans. CART engages with Nebraska businesses and consumers to facilitate a voluntary resolution of consumer complaints.
Valentine Chamber Announces Chaduza Cookoff Entertainment
Kate Watson was a contestant on American Idol.
81st Coronation February 2nd at Valentine High School
A theme of iconic games will highlight this year’s Coronation on February 2nd at 5:30.
BLM Meeting in Valentine on Wednesday 22nd
Land management plan to be updated for Nebraska. Meeting in Valentine.
Badger Novice Wrestling Tournament Results
Badger youth Wrestling.
Notre Dame Versus Ohio State for National Championship
Big 10 versus Independent for college football championship Monday night.
Valentine Firefighters Called to Help Mullen Thursday Night
Updated to include new details.
Badger Wrestling at Broken Bow Triangular
Valentine split matches with Gothenberg and Broken Bow.
VPD Requesting Public’s Assistance
If you know the identity of the individual pictured, please contact Valentine Police Department, 376-3055
Jack Hoffman Dies at 19 After Battle with Brain Cancer
Jack Hoffman of Atkinson passed away on Wednesday after 14 years of battling brain cancer.
Nebraska Sandhills Named One Of Five Top Destinations
Thanks to the Nebraska Tourism Department, visitnebraska.com
Events Keep Valentine Chamber Calendar Full
After the Cork Thornton Memorial Ice Fishing Tournament on Jan 24th and 25th, The chamber will host multiple events on Valentine’s Day, Feb 14th.
Donations To Salvation Army Kettle Miss Goal Slightly
The $4,838.95 raised was slightly short of the $5,000 fundraising goal.
Governor Pillen Delivers State of the State Address
Governor addresses property taxes, school funding, water quality in his annual address.
Mike McConaughey Named Cherry County Board of Commissioners Chairman for Upcoming Term
Mike McConaughey was named chair, while Martin DeNaeyer was elected vice chair. JayDee Osburn named Highway Superintendent.
Cherry County Ambulance Service Responds To 556 Requests For Service
The ambulance service responded to an average of 1.5 calls in2024.
Crickett Jannsen Wins KVSH/Hendersons IGA Bowl Prediction Contest
Be sure to watch KVSH for the March Madness prediction contest.
Valentine High School on Hold/Secure Status Monday
The hold lasted much of the afternoon. No students nor the public were in any danger.
Senior Center Hosting Paper Shredding Event Tuesday
The event runs 1 to 1:30.
Sales Tax Figures in October 2024 Down in Valentine
Several area communities saw a slight decrease in sales this October vs. last.
Cinch Miller Recognized as “Diamond in the Rough” by Huskerland Prep
There is a drop box at the KVSH Studios.
Valentines For Vets Accepted Through February 3rd
There is a drop box at the KVSH Studios.
Valentine Library Hosting Jigsaw Puzzle Contest
Get you team ready for the jigsaw puzzle tournament on January 18th.
City Council Votes to Pursue Funding For Wellness Center
Photo credit, Laura Vroman
Open Plains Transit Hosts Local Meeting
Jonnie Kusek of OPT presented a certificate of appreciation to the board members of the local Pestel Foundation. Pictured; Jonnie Kusek, Anne Quigley, Andrew Johnson and Bernie Eklund.
VPD Involved In Brief Chase Wednesday Evening
According to eyewitness accounts, the driver of a white pickup fled shortly after a traffic stop was initiated at 3rd and Hall Streets.
Cherry County Has a New Senator in Lincoln
Tanya Storer being sworn in for her first term in the Nebraska Unicameral.
City Council to Conduct Monthly Meeting
The Valentine City Council will meet for a regular monthly meeting at 6pm on Thursday January 9th.
New Explore Valentine Magazine Now Available
The Cherry County Visitor Promotion Board now has the new 2025 magazine available.
Area Students Receive Academic Accolades From UNK
Congratulations to these students for earning a place on the fall 2024 Dean’s List at UNK.
Bison Win a 10th Title
The North Dakota State Bison defeated the Montana State Grizzlies in the FCS title game 35 to 32 in Texas on Monday night.
No More OB at Winner Sd Hospital
Due to shortage of Dr.’s the Winner hospital will suspend OB operations in February.
Dr Richard Malyszek To Leave Cherry County Hospital
Dr. “Rick” Malyszek announced that his last day at Cherry County Hospital will be February 28.
One Person Succumbs To Vehicle Fire in Winner
Out of respect for the victim, the person’s name has not yet been released.
Valentine Police Department Week in Review
The Valentine Police Department responded to 53 calls in the past week.