North Central Knights Need VB and FB Coaches
At this time there are no coaches for these two sports at North Central.
Upcoming Nature Hike
Sandhills Prairie Refuge Association holding outdoor event this summer.
NGP Turkey Survey
Help Nebraska Game and Parks count turkey’s this Summer.
ANAC Art Show
David Dorsey of Valentine wins Best of Show at ANAC.
4th Of July Schedule
The public is invited to celebrate the 4th with all of these activities.
Bacon Will Not Seek Re-Election
Bacon has served 5 terms.
Cattle Truck Wrecked East of Crookston Saturday Morning
Several cattle were injured when driver lost control on a curve.
Valentine Police Report
Tornadoes hit Southwest and Northeast South Dakota on Saturday night.
Tornadoes Hit South Dakota Over Weekend
Tornadoes hit Southwest and Northeast South Dakota on Saturday night.
Two Events Coming Up In July
City Wide Garage Sale and Nebraska Star Party coming in July among other events.
Allison Formally Inducted Into Wrestling Hall of Fame
Shane and Brenda Allison continue to support the sport of wrestling in the Valentine Community.
Blood Drive July 10th.
Community encouraged to donate blood. First time donors are encouraged.
Valentine PD Investigate Accident with Injury.
Wednesday night just before midnight emergency crews were called to a single vehicle accident in Valentine.
Mid Plains Bull Rider Wins Nationals. Witte Places 13th
Local contestants Hayley Witte and Rett Witt also did well at college finals.
5 Minute Meeting for Update on Wind Invesitgation
Zoning administrator had a very short update for commissioners.
Monday Night Mens League Results
Men’s leagues are Monday and Wednesdays at Frederick Peak Golf Club.
Work Continues on West 4th St. in Valentine
Expected completion date will be this fall.
Mid Plains Community College Unveils New Raffle Vehicle
New raffle vehicle is a 1972 C-10 Pick-up.
Valentine PD Weekly Report
Valentine PD latest report.
NM Man Sentenced For Meth Crime
Lopez was sentenced June 20, 2025
Grass Fire Reported Near Dewey Lake Thursday
Multiple fire departments responded to the call at about 3pm Thursday.
Boil Water Notice Issued for Black Pipe and Corn Creek Communities
The notice is in effect until Saturday at this time. Any questions, call the RST office.
Over 240 Baked Potatoes Served At Okeefe Benefit
The baked potato bar was held along with a silent auction to benefit Tim Okeefe who was injured in the spring.
Firearm Incident Monday Reported By Valentine Police Department
The incident took place at about 5pm Monday.
Officer Jasmine Hoefs Resigns from City Police
Officer Hoefs has been serving the Valentine community over 10 years.
Valentine Chamber Golf Tournament Results
Three holes of playoff had to determine the winners.
Nelson Hosts Flag Day Giveaway Comment Program
Over $300 worth of flags were given away.
Officer Hoefs To Leave Valentine Police Department
Hoefs has been on the Valentine Police Department roster for over 10 years.
VPD Week In Review
Information led to the arrest of a suspect believed to be involved in a theft the prior week.
Sen. Ricketts To Host Mobile Office Hours In KVSH Area
Ricketts’ staff will set up their mobile office in several KVSH area communities next week.
Ginny Nelson to Co-Host Flag Day Program Monday
With Flag Day falling on a Saturday this year, our Flag Day trivia show will be on Monday, June 16th.
Emergency Crews Respond To Accident Wednesday, Truck Fire Thursday
Valentine and Kilgore Responded to a semi tractor-trailer fire Thursday. Also, a traffic accident on Wednesday prompted response.
Nebraska State High School Rodeo Finals Include Several KVSH Competitors
Be sure to listen each day for results and live reports on KVSH radio.
Valentine Police Department Requesting Information On Firearms Theft
Anyone with information is asked to call the Valentine Police Department.
KVSH Invites You to A Party In The Park June 20th
This years’ Party in the Park will be at the Ecology Park next to the pool, plus FREE SWIMMING!
Monday Night Mens League Results
Men leagues are Monday and Wednesday evenings.
Sandhills Cowboy Hall Of Fame Banquet Saturday
Sam Miles and Stanley Huffman of Cherry County are among the inductees of the 20th annual ceremony.
Sandhills Area Foundation Announces Scholarship Winners
Congratulations to these students in receiving these scholarships
VPD Week In Review May 25 – 31
Valentine Police Department responded to 48 calls last week.
Valentine Classic Motor Club Kicks Off Summer Events Thursday Evening
Cars lined the 300 block of Main Street Thursday Evening.
UNK Announces Dean’s List For Spring 2025 Semester
3 students from Valentine made the list.
Cool Weather Delays Opening Day At Valentine City Pool
The Valentine Family Aquatic Center will open as soon as temperatures hit 70 or greater.
State Of Emergency Declared On Rosebud Reservation
President Kathleen Wooden Knife has officially declared a State of Emergency on the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Reservation.
VPD Announces No Arrests Over The Previous Week
Valentine Police Department Week In Review.
Valentine Volunteer Fire Department Responds To Alarm At Prairie Club
Fortunately, the call turned out to be a false alarm.
High School Rodeo Finals Return To Valentine
High School Rodeo includes Rifle and Trap shooting, reined cow horse, queens’ competition and regular rodeo performances.
Several Memorial Day Services Announced For The Area
Services are scheduled for Sunday and Monday in the KVSH area.
Valentine Pool’s Opening Day May Be Delayed
The Valentine Family Aquatic Center’s scheduled opening day of Monday May 26th (Memorial Day) will be weather dependent.
NC RC&D Announces Third Annual Lick Tub Challenge at Ranch Expo
Cash prizes will be awarded during the lick tub challenge.
Governor Sign Anti Lab Meat Bill
Gov Pillen signed bill against lab grown meat products.
Valentine Classic Motor Club Event Announced
Classic cars will be parking near 3rd and Main Street in Valentine May 29th from 5:30 to 7:30
Local Snowplow Drivers To Compete In Statewide Competition
2024 competition winners Chad Shaul and Tyrel Yaeger from Valentine will be competing in this years event as well.
Temporary Campfire Ban Lifted In Nebraska State Parks
The news follows recent rainfall in the state and comes just in time for the Memorial Day weekend.
Third Annual Main Street Artwalk This Friday Evening
Check out downtown Valentine to see artist and work and new sculptures on Main Street.
US Drought Monitor Map Shows Some Improvements In The Region
The updated US Drought Monitor indicates that some recent rains have been beneficial to the area, while the southern KVSH listening area may have seen a deterioration in drought conditions.
Retail Sales Figures in February 2025 Down But, Better Than January.
Retail sales show’s almost 6% decline for Valentine in 2025.
Badger Golf Comes Up Short for Qualifying for State
The Valentine boy’s varsity golf team completed their season at districts on Monday.
Senator Storer Has 4 Bills Passed
Freshman Sen Tanya Storer gets four bills passed in Unicameral.
VPD Week in Review
Local EMS to host social event Monday night at Vets Club.
National EMS Week
Local EMS to host social event Monday night at Vets Club.
Cherry County Ag Society Continues Improvements at Rodeo Arena
Some of the stock handling facilities behind the chutes will have a new look.
Work on West 4th Street and Highway 83
Work is expected to be completed this fall on the project.
Nebraska Star Party Coming Back To North Central Nebraska
The 32nd Annual Nebraska Star Party will be July 20-25.
Legislators send budget to Governor
Nebraska budget passed on Thursday.
Badgers Qualify 12 for Nebraska State High School Track. Girls Win Districts!
8 girls and 4 boys will represent Valentine at the State Track Meet in Omaha later this month.
RCALF USA Annual Meeting in June in Deadwood
Deadwood will host the annual R-CALF gathering starting June 17th, 2025
American Legion Auxiliary Fundraising Update
Roughly $1500 is still needed to reach their fundraising goal.
North Central RC&D Reviews Tire Amnesty and Prepares for Ranch Expo
RC&D looking forward to Ranch Expo June 18 and 19 in Bassett.
Firemen Respond To Grass Fire Wednesday Night
Firemen were on scene about a half hour.
Heavy Rain Flooded Few Valentine Intersections Wednesday Evening
Study will make recommendations about changing administration of Niobrara Scenic River over to State and local authorities.
Study to explore possibility of State assuming administration of Scenic Niobrara River.
Study will make recommendations about changing administration of Niobrara Scenic River over to State and local authorities.
May Showers Should Bring Much Needed Grass
KVSH area very grateful for much needed rain.
May 15th is Peace Officers Memorial Day
This is National Peace Officers Memorial week.
Police Chief Slama Explains Fireworks Ordinance on KVSH Comment Program
Residents can obtain a permit to use fireworks outside of the two annual sales windows by contacting the Valentine city manager.
Zoning Administrator To Conduct Investigation of Conditional Use Permit
Due process is spelled out in the zoning regulation of Cherry County.
Area UNK Students To Receive Diplomas
UNK Graduation will be Friday, May 16th at UNK’s Health and Sports Center
Valentine Boys and Girls Win Track Invite
Cronin sets school High Jump record as Badger swept the top four places in that event.
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.
Dixie Hasart Artist of the Month
Dixie prefers to paint landscape and wildlife as seen in this art work.
New Bull Market Opens Today
Robert and Lacey Jospeh opening Bull Market at the former Runza location.
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.
Heart City to Host Marathon on Crazy Day August 2nd
Talia Benson partners with Shuster Anderson Wealth Advisors offering a wide range of services to the community.
New Business Ribbon Cutting and Open House
Talia Benson partners with Shuster Anderson Wealth Advisors offering a wide range of services to the community.
Sandpainters Host Pet Art Show
Area artists were invited to submit artwork featuring pets or animals which is now on display at the library.
Badger Golfers Turn in Lowest Team Score of Season at Ainsworth
Ainsworth hosts golf tournament.
Valentine PD Report
Valentine police make one arrest.
McGinley and Olson Athletes of the Year from Badger Boosters
Shooting Friday morning on Pine Ridge lead to massive manhunt in Northwest Nebraska.
Dittman Still At Large In Dawes County or Pine Ridge
Shooting Friday morning on Pine Ridge lead to massive manhunt in Northwest Nebraska.
Cronin Ties Meet Record and Selected Male Athlete of SWC Track
Badger compete for final time at Southwest Conference Track Meet.
Cowboy Fast Draw Held in Valentine May 3rd and 4th
Women’s winners on Saturday in Cowboy Fast Draw.
Middle School Students Win Valentine Invite Thursday
There were several Valentine Middle School athletes that placed in the top ten in their events on Thursday.
VHS Art Students Contribute to State Map
The Nebraska Collaborative Map Project serves as an artistic endeavor and
an educational tool,
Badger Golf Has Busy Week
The Badger golf teams remain very busy with five events between middle and high school teams next week.
Nebraska Has New Head of State Patrol
Kearney police chief named as new head of State Patrol.
Cronin Leads Badgers at Norfolk with 3 Gold Medals
The Norfolk meet is an invite only event for the top competitors from Northeast Nebraska.