Democratic Caucuses Scheduled throughout the Panhandle
Saturday, March 5, 2016, the Nebraska Democratic Party will be hosting Presidential Caucuses throughout the state. All Democrats are encouraged to attend their Caucus to voice support for Presidential...
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February 2016 BBGH CEO Construction Update (Photos)
BBGH Circulation 1501 BBGH Corridor into labor and delivery According to Box Butte General Hospital’s Promotions Specialist Kristi Ellstrom says, “I’d like to start this CEO update with an apology. Now...
View ArticleTwo Arrested in Murder for Hire Investigation
(Grand Island, Neb.)- An investigation into a murder for hire plot led to the arrest of two men on charges of Conspiracy to Commit Murder. On Friday, Feb. 26, the Nebraska State Patrol was contacted...
View ArticleACLU: 15 Counties including Box Butte, Scotts Bluff, Cheyenne aren’t...
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) – An American Civil Liberties Union of Nebraska investigation has found that 15 out of 25 counties aren’t following state law for minors seeking an abortion. Nebraska law requires a...
View Article2016 Box Butte Co. Filings for Commissioner, Council, and School Boards
Box Butte County Commissioner Filings: Doug Hashman‐ Republican 1550 CR 63 Alliance, NE 69301 Curt Griffith― Democrat 903 E 2nd street Alliance, NE 69301 Adrian A Gonzalez ― Democrat 815 Toluca Ave...
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Respiratory Therapy Department at BBGH literally a Breath of Fresh Air
Richard Hunter, RRT (sitting), and Michael Baribeau, RRT, pose by a pulmonary function machine their department will soon be replacing. Pulmonary Function testing measures the function of lung capacity...
View ArticleLake Ogallala Fishing Bridge to be Temporarily Removed
The fishing bridge located at the north end of Lake Ogallala State Recreation Area soon will be removed because of wind damage. In late February, extremely strong winds caused irreparable damage to the...
View ArticleTrustees Informed about 2016 BBGH Strategic Plan Update
The Box Butte General Hospital (BBGH) met Monday evening with the full board updated by staff on the hospital’s 2016 Strategic Plan. Administrative team members presenting were Chief Quality Officer...
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CSC Students Present at Nebraska TRiO Day Conference
Chadron State College’s Project Strive/TRiO students at Nebraska TRiO Day Feb. 27, 2016. Front row, from left, Nigel Jones and Kishawn Tualaulelei. Back row, from left, Courtney Pendleton, Tierra...
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Alliance Community Recycling Committee
In anticipation of the receipt of a recycling grant, the City of Alliance is forming a Community Recycling Committee and is currently accepting applications to serve on the committee. This committee...
View ArticleGovernor & First Lady Preview Events, Programs for Nebraska 150 Celebration
Today, Governor Pete Ricketts and First Lady Susanne Shore previewed several events and programs being planned for the state’s upcoming sesquicentennial celebration, called the Nebraska 150...
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Chadron Cardinals Results at Western Conference in Sidney
“The Chadron High School Speech Team competed in Sidney at the Western Conference meet on Saturday, February 27th. Those receiving medals included: Walt Mays, 3rd place Humorous; Hunter Hawk, 2nd...
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Grocery Kart, Chamber Spotlight Business of the Month
Alliance Grocery Kart opened their first store in Broken Bow Nebraska. After opening a store in Chadron Nebraska they were approached by the Alli- ance Chamber of Commerce to open a store in Alliance....
View ArticleCity of Alliance Activity Report, March 4th
The Knight Museum and Sandhills Center will be hosting the monthly Scrapbook Crop today and Saturday, March 5. Please call Becci at 762-2384 if you would like to participate. The City of Alliance is...
View ArticleHighland Park Staff and Residents Donate to Alliance Save the Track
According to the Alliance Track Fundraiser Facebook page, “Highland Park staff and residents donated $2700 to the “Save the Track Fund”. The money was raised from a bake sale and craft sales by memory...
View ArticleDifferent Alliance Landfill Hours this Saturday, March 5th
In anticipation of warm weather, the City of Alliance Landfill will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. this Saturday, March 5, 2016.
View ArticleAlliance Street Repairs Scheduled for this Week
Street repairs have begun on 2nd Street between Niobrara and Sweetwater Avenue. Traffic will be restricted to one lane while the repairs are made. The project is anticipated to be complete by Friday,...
View ArticleCity of Alliance is in the Process of Crack Sealing
The City of Alliance Street Department is in the process of crack sealing several streets in the community. Please exercise caution while driving near crews cleaning cracks and applying the sealant.
View ArticleFive Tourism Promotion Grants Awarded to Dawes County Organizations
The Dawes County Travel Board has announced five local entities that were approved for promotion grants in February and March. A total of $7,475 will be awarded to support tourism efforts in Dawes...
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