Platte Institute’s Jim Vokal Talks About Property Taxes on Comment Program
Vokal stated that the Platte Institute applauds the governor and legislature any time taxes can be lowered. LB 34 will lower property taxes in Nebraska by about 3 percent.
KVSH Pigskin Prediction Contest Results
Week 1 winners were: 1st- Dustin Wheeler with 9 correct guesses and 2nd- Nila Gierau also with 9 correct guesses.
Tyler Vanderheiden Memorial Run
They raised $10,000 for Nebraska Game and Parks state park trails in 2024.
Area Results From Nebraska State Fair
2024 Nebraska State Fair Results
Cherry County 4-H was well-represented at the Nebraska State Fair over opening
weekend. Seventy-seven static projects were on display from local youth, and six
individuals competed in in-person events.
Rollover Accident Reported on North Kilgore Road
The rollover reportedly occurred on North Kilgore Road at the Rocky Road intersection at the curve and only involved the driver of the vehicle whose condition was not reported.
Lightning Storm Ignites Multiple Grass Fires Thursday
Two grass fires burned small patches of grassland. The Civil Air Patrol will look for hot spots in the river corridor Thursday afternoon.
137th Annual Old Settlers This Saturday at Sparks
Small sports will kick things off at Old Settlers at 10AM.
NSRA Contract Personnel
NSRA State Finals coming to Lexington
Badger Girls Golf Scramble
The scramble was on August 27th at the Atkinson-Stuart Country Club.
Tourism On Niobrara National Scenic River Contributes $8.0 Million to Local Economy
A new National Park Service report shows that 80,000 visitors to Niobrara National Scenic River in 2023 spent $8 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 111 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $9.4 million.
40 Attend the Public Hearing on County Comprehensive Plan
8 people testified during the 45-minute hearing.
Valentine A Top Summer Home Locale, Says “Agent Advice”
Aspen, Colorado, Big Bear Lake, California, and Homer, Alaska ranked at the top. Valentine was placed at #114.
Juvenile Arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Child Neglect
The juvenile was arrested Monday, August 26th.
Update on Gregory County Courthouse Commotion
The incident happened at approximately 7am when a vehicle was reportedly driven into the front doors of the Gregory County courthouse.
Sandhills Catfish Classic Fishing Tournament
This years event will be on September 13th and 14th at Merritt Reservoir.
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission Meeting
The meeting was held August 16th near Crawford.
Monday Morning Shooting Confirmed by VPD
This is a developing story. Stay tuned to KVSH Radio for updates.
Cherry County Rodeo Royalty Results
The Rodeo Royalty Contest was on Saturday, July 13th.
NDOT Releases June Fatalities Report
NDOT Reports 19 fatalities in 18 incidents in the month of June 2024.
Open Plains Transit to Host Open House
The open house will be Tuesday morning at the Valentine Public Library
Valentine Police Department Serves Search Warrant
Kenneth Middaugh was arrested for for child neglect.
Valentine Police Chief Dana Miller on KVSH Comment Program Thursday
National Night Out will be July 30th, no new regulations for motorized scooters.
Stream Restoration Projects Within the Long Pine Creek Watershed
The stream restoration projects were funded with $1.7 million from the Nebraska Environmental Trust, $1.9 million in federal funding, and supplemented by $652,000 in local match contributions.
LB 876 Changes Rules on Child Abandonment
The updated law allows an infant up to 90 days old to be left with an employee on duty at a licensed hospital, staffed fire station, staffed law enforcement agency or emergency care provider. The previous law allowed an infant up to 30 days old to be left at one of these facilities.
Valentine Majors Team
The 12U boys ended their season with a 6 & 4 record
Legion Senior Baseball Defeats Tri County
The Valentine American Legion Baseball Team played Tri County last night. Valentine won 8 to 0 in 6 innings. The photo is of Coby Higgins at bat.
Fire Last Night
Last night at 8:41pm there was a fire at Crossroads Assembly of God Church.
Cherry County Burn Ban Information
Jessica Coyle appeared on the KVSH Comment program this morning to discuss the current burn ban in Cherry County
Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association (NCPA) Academic All-State Awards
Each year the NSAA and the NCPA recognize students which are nominated by their schools.
Several Valentine Badger Athletes Qualified for State Track Meet in Omaha
Isaac Cronin Triple Gold Medal Winner at district track meet held in Atkinson.
Northern Lights Visible this Weekend
Photo taken south of Thedford early Saturday morning by a motorist.
Weitzke-Reece Receives Paramedic Degree
Weitzke-Reece received her degree from Central Nebraska Community College Friday Morning.
Cherry County Clerk Recommends Delivering Your Ballots In Person
Ballots must be in the clerks possession by the end of the day Tuesday.
District Track Results
District track results.
Valentine Boys Golf Results
JV traveled to Thedford and Varsity went to O’Neill.
Candidate Filing Update
The Cherry County Commissioners and School Board fields will be narrowed in the May 14th primary.
Multiple Departments Respond to Wildfire South of Valentine
Firemen from 10 departments responded to the fire. One fireman was reported injured battling the blaze.
Valentine Community Schools Superintendent on the Comment Program
Valentine Community Schools Superintendent Mike Halley was our guest on the KVSH Comment program this morning.
Cherry County Hospital Board of Trustees Met for Regular Meeting
Staffing continues to be a struggle at the hospital.
Multiple Fires Reported Monday
Dozens of fire departments responded to the fires.
Valentine`s Cowboy Clash 2024 Results for Valentine Wrestling Club
Valentine`s Cowboy Clash 2024 Results for Valentine Wrestling Club.
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
KVSH Prediction Contest Leaderboard
Top 5 overall leaderboard for the KVSH Prediction Contest.
North Central R.C. & D Paper Shredding
North Central R.C. & D paper shredding dates.
Cherry County Commissioners Public Hearing
Cherry County Commissioners public hearing on Tuesday.
Girls Golf State Tournament
Results from the Badgers girls golf state tournament in North Platte.
NDOT Provides Husker Football Travel Tips
The Nebraska Department of Transportation offers these “Rhules of the Road” for travel to Lincoln for Husker Football.
Krueger Wins Oklahoma Kayak Race
Josh Krueger won the solo kayak division and was the second overall racer to cross the finish line
Valentine Police Department has Confirmed a Mountain Lion Sighting
Call Game and Parks or local police if you observe a mountain lion.
Chadron Girls Golf Invite Results
Chadron Girls Golf invite results.
2023 Ne American Legion Class C Junior State Tournament
Junior Legion Post 90 team competing at the state level this weekend in Imperial in Campbell Park
Valentine’s 8 & Under Baseball Team Wins
Local Team wins the Bob Haley Memorial Rookie Tournament
Open Plains Transit Open House
There will be an open house for Open Plains Transit at 1:00pm!
No Action will Likely Take Place Against Senator Brewer
No action will likely be taken against Senator Tom Brewer for not living in his district.
2023 NSAA State Dual Wrestling Championships Qualifiers
2023 NSAA State Dual Wrestling Championships Qualifiers
New Husker Football Coach Named
Matt Rhule ready to lead Husker football.
153rd Annual Nebraska State Fair
Thousands of people preparing to visit the Nebraska State Fair.
Men’s League Golf Results
Results from the Federick Peak Men’s league
Men’s League Golf Results
Results from the Federick Peak Men’s league
Men’s League Golf Results
Results from the Federick Peak Men’s league
Men’s League Golf Results
Results from the Federick Peak Men’s league
Chamber Golf Tournament Results
Valentine Chamber of Commerce golf tournament was held July 23rd at Fredrick Peak Golf Club in Valentine.
Men’s League Golf Results
Results from the Federick Peak Men’s league
Men’s League Golf
Results from the Federick Peak Men’s league
Broden Westover USPA National Champion
16 Year Old Broden Westover USPA National Champion
Men’s League Golf
Results from the Federick Peak Men’s league
Cameron Jordan Qualifies for State Golf, Badgers finish 5th at District
District Golf Held Monday at Fredrick Peak Golf Club
State Wrestling Results
Valentine Badgers bring home 5 medals from State Wrestling!
Badgers District C4 Wrestling Champs!
Valentine qualified nine individual wrestlers and took the championship at Districts.
Lady Badgers Place 2nd during Holiday Classic
The George Watson Holiday Classic took place in Chadron on 12/28 and 12/29.
Prediction Contest Winners
Ryan McSweeney of Valentine and Bill Schell of Wyoming tied for first place overall!
Prediction Contest Winners
With two weeks left in the contest, finally – a perfect card!
District Judge Dismisses Final Lawsuit Against County
Judge Mark Kozicek on Friday dismissed the final of three lawsuits again Cherry County and wind development.
Cody-Kilgore and Sandhills/Thedford Advance to Finals
Local teams handled their semifinal games easily to advance to the state championship!
Prediction Contest Winners
Better picks this week but still no perfect cards…
Prediction Contest Winners
A perfect card is still just a dream as week nine winners were announced…
Rotary Fundraiser
5K walk/ run set for Saturday
Prediction Contest Winners
Week eight was another tough one for favorites, also includes week 7 results….
Prediction Contest Winners
Week six had winners missing just one pick…
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Cherry County and Commissioners.
A two year old lawsuit was dismissed by Judge Mark Kozisek.
Two Arrested After Search Warrants Served In Valentine
Two men arrested after search warrants served in Valentine on Tuesday.
Bowling Leagues Start Soon
October 19th is the start date for leagues and will run every Tuesday and Wednesday.
Paper Shredding Event a Success.
26,000 pounds of paper was shredded on site during tow days in North Central Nebraska.
Prediction Contest Winners
Week five had five upsets on the card but the winners missed only two…
SWC Golf Tournament
Lady Badgers took 2nd place at SWC Golf.
Prediction Contest Winners
Week four had several upsets on the card….
Lady Badger Golf Wins Own Invite
The Valentine Badger Girls Golf team took first in the Valentine Invite on Tuesday.
Prediction Contest Winners
Week three was better with the winners missing just one game.
Three Locals Compete in Kayak Race
The Hills 2 Forest Middle Loup River kayak and canoe race took place Saturday.
Cowboy Fast Draw Championships Return to Valentine
Over 100 competitors from over a dozen states are expected to compete in Valentine this weekend.
Prediction Contest Winners
Week two was rough with 6 upsets on the card.
Chadron Invite Results
Lady Badgers placed 2nd at Chadron Invite on 9/7/21
Prediction Contest Winners
Week one had 6 people missing just one game!
Chamber Golf Tournament Results
Valentine Chamber of Commerce golf tournament was held July 24th at Fredrick Peak Golf Club in Valentine.
Hospital Foundation Golf Tournament Results
Over 14,000 raised for an Infant Panda Warmer from the Cherry County Hospital Foundation Golf Tournament.
Hackberry Lake To Be Chemically Renovated Aug. 9
This is part of the ongoing Aquatic Habitat Project on the refuge.
Local Valentine Athletes Compete in 63-mile River Race
The Missouri Freedom Race took place Saturday, July 10th.