Election Update
4 candidates will ask for your vote for 3 Valentine City Council seats.
State Wrestling Pictures
State Wrestling Pictures.
Sandhills Sweetheart Giveaway Package
Andy Krueger won first place, Deb Fowler won second place and Lizzie Schubauer won third place.
VPD Provides Annual Department Report for 2023
Valentine is among countless departments across the nation suffering a shortage of officers.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Cherry County 4-H Luck of The Draw Another Success
$21,000 was earned for Cherry County 4-H at this year’s event.
MNRD and NCDHD urge residents to test wells for nitrates.
10 to 15% of wells tested will have elevated levels of dangerous nitrates.
NSAA District Results
Wrestling Districts Results for Valentine girls and boys, Mullen, Sandhills-Thedford, and North Central.
City Council Holds February Meeting
The next meeting of the City Council will be March 14th.
Greg and Tammy Gass of Valentine Win the Outstanding Volunteer of the Year Award
This award is awarded by the Nebraska Association of County Extension Boards (NACEB)
Valentine Resident Awarded the Prestigious Regional Award
Greg Wright awarded the prestigious regional award for his work for ‘Sustaining our National Forests and Grasslands.”
Electric Outages Reported Over the Weekend
City of Valentine and KBR Rural Public Power customers had brief interruptions in service over the weekend
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
1300 Valentines for Veterans Donated in 2024
American Legion Auxiliary Leo Brinda Unit #90 collected 1300 Valentines for Veterans this year.
The 80th Annual Coronation
ongratulations to the 2024 Royalty King & Queen Will Sprenger and Kaetryn Bancroft.
Open Plains Transit to Provide FREE Rides Beginning February 1st
Watch for new guidlines to access Open Plains Transit Bus service in Cherry County.
Cork Thornton Memorial Ice Fishing Tournament Results
Results from the 2024 Cork Thornton Memorial Ice Fishing Tournament
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
80th Annual Valentine Coronation this Sunday
Youth from Pre-K through 12th Grade will participate in the annual Coronation at 5:30.
Badgers take 2nd at Ainsworth Invite
Valentine has several champions at Ainsworth on January 27th.
Top Candidate Selected for Valentine Elementary School
Mr. Jay Elliott will be recommended to the Board of Education for approval.
Nebraska Extension in Cherry County Staff are Working Remotely
Email Michelle at mgarwood3@unl.edu or Ryan at ryan.benjamin@unl.edu.
Valentine Coronation Candidates
80th annual Valentine Coronation on February 4th at 5:30
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Valentine Chamber of Commerce Sets Dates for 2024 events.
2024 promises to be another busy year for events beginning with the Cork Thorton Memorial Ice Fishing Tournament this weekend.
Lt. Jamon Slama Recognized
LT. Slama recognized for 20 years of service with the Police Department.
EMS Personnel Recognized By Cherry County Ambulance Service
Duane Lamb, left, and Matthew Garwood, right, were recognized on Friday January 12th.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Several Motorists Rescued
Several motorists who were stranded Friday night and Sat morning along Highway 92 in eastern Nebraska were rescued safely by 4:00 Saturday afternoon.
80th Annual Valentine Coronation February 4th
Royalty to be selected at Valentine Coronation tradition.
Nebraska Mountain Lion Season Ends
Niobrara and Pine Ridge units close.
Cherry County Commissioners Vote to Deny Conservation Easement
20 citizens showed up at the Cherry County Commissioners meeting Tuesday afternoon to see the vote on a conservation easement.
Plans emerging for Heart City Bull Bash on February 10th in Valentine
Location finalized for 4-H Luck of the Draw during Bull Bash.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Jill Wheeler leads the KVSH/Henderson’s IGA Bowl Prediction Contest
Several people are tied for second place with only the National Championship game on Monday to break the tie.
VHS Students Named To Select Band and Choirs
Congratulations to all the students who auditioned and were accepted into these select groups!
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
2023 Christmas Light Tour Winners
Doug and Robin Wackler at 801 North Green Street won 1st place.
Be Cautious Shoveling Snow
The American Heart Association states that shoveling 7-8 inches of wet, heavy snow increases the odds of a heart attack among men by up to 34%.
No Travel Advised on Cherry County Roads
UPDATE: Road crews are out on Wednesday morning.
Valentine PD Week in Review
Valentine Officers responded to 89 calls for service this week.
Fire Crews Called On Christmas
Valentine Firemen were on scene briefly. Also, be cautious with winter weather. Carbon Monoxide is the “Silent Killer”.
City of Valentine announces 1 hour outage Friday, Dec 29th.
Areas in West Valentine will have no power while the City of Valentine makes system improvements
Area Schools Help Name Snow Plows
Local students help NDOT name snowplows.
Valentine Area Highway Construction to Resume Spring 2023
Todd County Middle School’s Albert“Bobber” Her Many Horses recieved the $25,000 cash prize.
Todd County Teacher Awarded the Milken Educator Award
Todd County Middle School’s Albert“Bobber” Her Many Horses recieved the $25,000 cash prize.
Fill an Empty Stocking Final Results
Over $9,000 in gifts was given this year.
Divinity Candy Making Contest
Cherry Hills Estates hosted their first ever Divinity Candy making contest.
How to Register for the KVSH Christmas Light Tour
Call Open Plains Transit at 402-389-2975 to register for the tour.
Area Firemen Respond to Grass Fire on NE/SD State Line
Valentine and Kilgore firemen were on scene for about 90 minutes.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
KVSH Christmas Light Tour
There are now 10 entries in the KVSH Christmas Light Tour.
Valentine Wrestling Invitational Results
Valentine boys took 4th place overall at the tournament.
Counterfeit Alert
Several fake $100 bills were found to be circulating in Valentine.
Bell Ringing Update
$3300 has been raised so far.
Cherry County Hospital CEO Announcement Postponed
It is hoped that a permanent CEO will be announced at the regular board meeting on January 8th.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
KVSH Divinity Contest
KVSH Radio is teaming up with Cherry Hills Estates Assisted Living in Valentine to host a holiday Divinity contest
Officer Jasmine Hoeffs Joined us on the Comment Program
Office Jasmine Hoeffs and Valentine Police Chef Dana Miller gave tips for the upcoming Christmas season.
KVSH Comment Program Discussed Upcoming Convention and Community Center
Valentine Mayor Kyle Arganbright, Cherry County Commissioner Nina Nelson and Tourism Director Regina Osburn discussed the upcoming convention and community center today.
The Upper Elkhorn NRD and North Central NE RC&D Council Awarded Grant
The Nebraska Dept of Energy and Environment (NDEE) awarded the $115,720 grant.
The Local Girl Scouts Raised $5,155 for New Playgroud Equipment
The local girl scouts were able to purchase a new swingset and spinner chair.
Cherry County Extension in the Process of Moving to Mike’s Market Building
Phone and internet is not yet available. Contact staff on cell phones, email, or through Facebook.
Planning Commission Holds Public Hearing on Riverside Campground Area
No decision was made. The issue will be further considered February 6.
KVSH Christmas Light Tour
Nominations will be due at KVSH by December 22nd.
TK Angus Bull Sale Contributes to Area Economy
Over 400 head of angus cattle sold on Monday at TK Angus annual sale.
Valentine Chamber Recommending Shoppers Stay Local This Christmas
For every dollar spent locally, an additional .25 value is added to the economy.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Bell Ringing Update
$2100 has been donated so far in 2023. The goal is $8000.
Submit Nominations for the 2024 Nebraska Sandhills Cowboy Hall of Fame
Nominations are due by December 31, 2023.
Year End Pigskin Prediction Show Winners
Monty Neiffer won 1st place for the year.
North Central RC&D Awarded Grant
North Central RC&D awarded $115,720.00 from the Waste Reduction and Recycling Incentive Grants Program.
Proposed EPA Regulations Expected to Have Minimal Effect on Valentine
EPA proposal would require municipalities to replace all lead pipes in water systems within 10 years.
Nebraska’s Unemployment Rate
Nebraska’s unemployment rate is up from September.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Entries Now Being Accepted for KVSH Christmas Light Tour Contest
KVSH and our sponsors will have over 150 dollars in prize money in the Christmas light contest.
Cherry County Hospital Board Board Meeting Held
The regular monthly meeting lasted about 4 hours.
Parade of Lights and Heart of Christmas Celebration a Success
Heart of Christmas Celebration helps to kick off Christmas Season in Valentine area.
Valentine Chamber Announces $500 Holiday Preview Winner
Steve Daugherty is the winner of this year’s holiday promotion.
Coleman and DeNaeyer Win Final Week of Prediction Contest
Greg Coleman and Martin DeNaeyer were among a few perfect cards in the KVSH Pigskin Prediction Contest for the week.
New citizens and businesses welcomed to KVSH area Southwest of Crookston
The Kilgore Amish have established a few businesses and taken up residence in the Niobrara Valley.
Southwest Conference One Act Play Competition
Valentine placed 6th overall out of 9 schools.
2023 Firearm Rifle Deer Season
Deer check-in down 184 at the Valentine Check Station.
The NSAA Class D2 Football State Championship
The Sandhills/Thedford Knights won 50-12.
Shop Small Town Saturday
This Saturday will be Shop Small Town Saturday with the Parade of Lights at 6:00.
KVSH Pigskin Prediction Contest
KVSH Pigskin Prediction contest week 12 winners: 1st-Martin DeNaeyer, 2nd- Spencer DeNaeyer.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
Kilmer Sentenced to Life in Prison
According to the Nebraska Attorney General’s Press Release, Kilmer was sentenced to life in prison on Friday November 17th.
CCH Board of Trustees Meets With CEO Finalists
The meeting between the Board of Trustees and the three finalists went from 8am until 4pm on Wednesday.
Cherry County Ag Society Election Results
4 new board members were elected at the Cherry County Ag Society Meeting on November 13th.
TK Angus CUP Application Denied
The Cherry County Commissioners denied the TK CUP application in a 2 to 1 vote.
KVSH Pigskin Prediction Contest Overall Standings
There are 3 people tied for 1st place for the Pigskin Prediction Contest.
BJ Jamison Single Release Party
BJ Jamison will have his single release party Friday, November 17th in Kearney, NE.
One Vehicle Rollover Reported North of Kilgore
One person was transported to Cherry County Hospital with unknown injuries on Monday.
Hunting Accident Reported on Opening Day
Cherry County Sheriff Osborne states the hunter was with his sons when the weapon accidentally discharged and struck him in the foot.
VPD Week In Review
Weekly update from the Valentine Police Department
KVSH Pigskin Prediction Contest
KVSH Pigskin Prediction contest week 11 winners: 1st-Greg Coleman, 2nd- Gary Coleman.
2023 KVSH Christmas Lights Tour
Start planning your Christmas Lights now for the KVSH Christmas Lights Tour!
Holiday Preview Will Be the Next Valentine Chamber Event
The Holiday Preview is Sunday November 19th from 1pm until 4pm.
Jacobs Steps Down From Chamber Director’s Position
Chamber President Deanne Holmes-Monroe will oversee the directors’ duties until April 2024.