VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Radio Month Grand Prize Winners
Congratulations to Marie, Merriah and Jeff, our radio month grand prize winners!
Parks and City Hall Opening June 1st
Several places opening in June as restrictions are eased.
Niobrara National Scenic River Visitor Center Open
NSR is increasing recreational access and opened the visitor center in Valentine, Nebraska
Courthouse Opening June 1st
Courthouse open to the public June 1st with some restrictions.
Emergency Commissioners Meeting
Emergency Meeting on May 27th at 3 pm for the Cherry County Board of Commissioners
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Mobile Food Pantry This Evening
Drive-thru pantry Tuesday, May 26 from 5-7 at the Cherry County Fairgrounds.
River Road Work
Sparks River Road continues to be under construction.
Game and Parks Expanding Camping Opportunities
First come, first serve camping opening up in many areas including Smith Falls on May 22.
Drive Up Testing in Valentine Yields 0 COVID-19 Cases
The mass testing event in Valentine on May 13th resulted in no new positive coronavirus cases.
USDA Offering Direct Assistance
Coronavirus Food Assistance Program Available
Valentine Economic Development offering micro grants to qualifying area businesses.
Limited emergency funding for local businesses that did not qualify for PPP funds or EIDL funding from the Small Business Administration.
VFD Responds to Fire in Valentine
Valentine Volunteer Fire Department were dispatched to a large garage fire on Haley Street.
New Camping Rules at Nebraska Game and Parks Sites
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is implementing changes that will affect camping, lodging, or activity plans this season.
Bison Viewing at Ft. Niobrara Wildlife Refuge
Now is a great time to view the bison at the Ft. Niobrara Wildlife Refuge.
Senior Sidewalk Salute and Virtual Graduation Ceremony
Saturday May 16 at 2 pm CT will be the Senior Sidewalk Salute, virtual ceremony at 4 pm CT.
Special Commissioners Meeting
Special Meeting on May 21st of 2 pm for the Cherry County Board of Commissioners
Rosebud Sioux Tribe on Lockdown through Sunday
RST President Rodney Bordeaux announced a lock down for the entire RST community starting at 12:01 am 5/14.
Valentine High School Award Recipients
A list of awards for students that were to be given out at the annual sports banquet.
Cherry County Primary Election Results
Unofficial results from the May 12th primary election.
KBR Planned Outage on Thursday
Planned outage from 9 am -1 pm CT affecting Valentine west substation.
Lil’Hearts Baseball and Fastpitch Softball Registration
Registration now open for some youth sports – deadline May 29th.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Drive Up Testing in Valentine May 13th
Those showing symptoms of COVID-19 must sign up in advance using web link.
Game and Parks to Allow Some Camping After May 20th
RVs will be allowed to camp but no tents after May 20th at area state campgrounds.
Spring Creek Community in Todd County on Lockdown
RST President Rodney Bordeaux announced a lockdown in Spring Creek Communinty due to Covid 19.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Valentine Business Survey Important
Valentine Economic Development has issued a survey through the Valentine Chamber of Commerce to determine help for businesses.
RST Requiring Face Masks for Residents
Updated statement from Tribal President Rodney Bordeaux says new restrictions will take effect May 8th.
COVID 19 Risk to Cherry County
Nebraska Health officials says there could be risk to Cherry County residents due to movement of a COVID 19 positive person from Todd County.
May is Radio Month!
Listen to KVSH Monday through Friday for the “Phrase that Pays” to win Chamber Bucks!
Little Miss Poppy Application Now Available
Forms are due by May 18th and crowning planned for the Memorial Day Program.
May 5th is Giving Tuesday
NCAP joining in #GivingTuesdayNow.
Drop it in the Box
Voters can register until May 1st and have until May 12th to return ballots.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
RST Extends Office Closures
The Rosebud Sioux Tribe extends RST office closures until May 29th for non-essential personnel.
USDA Service Centers Open for Business by Phone Appointment Only
USDA Service Centers continue to take precautions to prevent spread of coronavirus
Cherry County Road Closure Update
Several county roads still closed; those that are open are for light travel only. Update as of 4/22.
Nebraska Leads Nation in SBA applications
As of Tuesday, Nebraska has approved 23,477 loans totaling just shy of $3 billion as part of the Pay Check Protection Program.
Comparison of January 2020 and January 2019 Net Taxable Sales
Retail sales were down slightly this past January compared to a year earlier.
NCDHD Commends Citizens of the District on efforts to prevent spread of COVID 19.
NCDHD reported zero confirmed COVID-19 results from the recent National Guard testing event in Holt County.
UNL Awards Scholarships to Local Seniors
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has offered more than 5,500 university-wide scholarships.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Six VHS Seniors Receive Scholarships
Six Valentine High School Seniors are Awarded Foundation Scholarships.
NDA Order Eases Restrictions on Pesticide Applicator License Holders
The order can be found at www.nda.nebraska.gov/COVID-19
Stolen Trailer Recovered
Stolen trailer was recovered, but information still being sought on suspects.
Nebraska Farm Bureau Wants Answers to Low Cattle Prices
Alarming disparity between farm-level prices received by ranchers for cattle and wholesale prices for beef
Red Cross Blood Drive in Valentine April 29th
Additional information on upcoming donation opportunity scheduled for Wednesday, April 29th.
Cherry County Road Closure Update
Still several county roads closed; those that are open are for light travel only. Update as of 4/13.
Primary Election May 12th
All voters in Cherry County will be receiving mail-in ballots this year.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Nebraska Strong Learning Lab Resources
Online educational resources available through Nebraska State Education Association.
Radio Easter Messages
Join us on KVSH and www.kvsh.com for Easter messages from area churches this Sunday.
Exposure at Atkinson Blood Drive
NCDHD made aware of an exposure at an Atkinson blood drive on April 1st.
Cherry County Hospital and Clinic Welcomes Dr. Regg Hagge
New doctor coming to Valentine to practice in May.
Latest Report From Governor Pete Ricketts
Governor Pete Rickets expects COVID 19 peak at the end of April, declares East Sunday as day of prayer.
Red Cross Blood Drive in Valentine April 29th
Upcoming donation opportunity scheduled for Wednesday, April 29th.
Cherry County Road Closure Update
Still several county roads closed; those that are open are for light travel only.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
First Positive Case in Cherry County
First positive case of COVID-19 detected in Cherry County, but was not due to community spread.
Local Medical Community Update on COVID 19
Both medical clinics in Valentine and the Cherry County Hospital remain open for business and seeing patients.
Information for Small Businesses
Many small businesses are wondering what they can do to survive the Covid 19 pandemic.
City of Valentine Notice
Important information regarding Directed Health Measure by the City of Valentine
Game & Parks Closing Overnight Camping
Overnight camping suspended from April 6 through at least May 8th.
NSR Visitor Center Closed
Niobrara National Scenic River Is Modifying Operations
To Implement Local Health Guidance.
Proposed Increased Hunting Resources
Increased hunting opportunities proposed in Nebraska and South Dakota
COVID-19 Resources
A list of websites to show latest COVID-19 information
1st Half Real Estate and Property Taxes Due April 30th
All payments received on or after May 1st will be returned for interest.
North Central NE Under Directed Health Measure
Antelope, Arthur, Boyd, Brown, Cherry, Holt, Hooker, Keya Paha, Knox, Lincoln, Logan, McPherson, Pierce, Rock, and Thomas counties now included in DHM.
Cherry County Commissioners Regular Meeting on March 31st.
Commissioners discussed COVID-19 and FEMA at their regular meeting.
NDOT Monitors Area Highways
Highways 83 and 97 are continuing to be threatened by high water tables.
Nonresident spring turkey permit sales to end immediately
Those with permits already will not be affected, but no new permits will be sold.
Valentine Man Escapes Authorities Briefly in Broken Bow
Man gains brief freedom while being transported to Valentine for court appointment.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Rosebud Sioux Tribe on Lockdown
RST calling for shelter-in-place, curfew after 10 pm and barring minors from being outside without guardian.
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings Offered Online/Call-In
Those in need are encouraged to continue to attend meetings, which are now offered online and by calling in.
NCAP Update
Northwest Community Action Partnership remains committed to serving communities.
UNL Extension Presenting “Happy Homeschooling”
Zoom meetings being offered at 8 pm CT on March 31 and April 2
Positive COVID-19 Case in Todd County
Residents are reminded to take extra precautions and self-isolate if feeling ill.
Latest Gov Rickets Comments About Covid 19
Governor Rickets encourages Nebraskans to take precautions again Covid 19.
Plaintiffs File Amended Action Against Cherry County Opposing Wind
The names of several new plaintiffs were added to an amended complaint against Cherry County and others.
USDA Service Centers Open for Business by Phone Appointment Only
USDA Service Centers Taking Precautions to Prevent Spread of Coronavirus
Valentine Community Schools Call Off Classes For Remainder of 2020
Valentine Community Schools made the tough decision to call of school for rest of year.
Gov Says Red Cross Needs Blood Donors
Blood supplies hit low numbers because of Covid 19.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
FEMA Mythbusters about Covid 19
FEMA provided KVSH Radio with this list of myths about the Corona virus or Covid-19
Public Comment Program on KVSH March 23rd
Businesses are invited to call in beginning at 10:30 CT on Monday to discuss hours/closures.
Emergency Commissioner Meeting
Emergency Meeting today, March 20 at 3:30 pm
Valentine Community Schools Update: No Classes Until March 31
The schools have been in contact with parents about plans going forward.
Cherry County Hospital Goes on Lock-down Due to Covid 19
Starting Friday afternoon only essential personnel will the allowed at Cherry County Hospital.
NSAA Announces State Boys Basketball Championship Plans
NE Boys State Basketball restricted to immediate family attendees
New Visitation Policy At Good Sam In Valentine
Good Sam, Oakwood, and Cherry Hills Estates all taking safety precautions.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Bessey Ranger District Meeting Canceled
March 17th Meeting at Mid-Plains Community College Canceled
Highway 97 South of Merritt Dam To Be Closed Wednesday Morning For Short Time
Highway 97 south of Merritt is now open once again.
Spring Sports Guides Now In
Husker spring guides now available courtesy of the Learfield IMG Sports Network and KVSH
Valentine Rotary Club Blood Drive to Hit Milestone
Reminder of blood drive Thursday, March 5th.
Fish & Chips for Scholarships
Rotary Club holding fish fry fundraiser on March 6th at BOLO Beer Co.
Road work south of Merritt Reservoir Postponed
Highway 97 work at MM 108-110 has been postponed.