Officials are reporting, as of press time on Monday, that 642,029 acres of land across Morrill, Garden, Grant, Arthur and Keith Counties have been
Shaun Friedrichsen, Co-Publisher
2026 Primary Election Approaching Fast
The 2026 Primary Election is just around the corner, fast approaching. With the passing of the filing deadline for several races, it is now
Alliance Performing Arts Center: Wendy Bantam
Artist and musician Wendy Bantam performed in Alliance last Friday night at the Performing Arts Center, after hosting a week-long residency, working with many
Firefighters Battle Blaze at Crescent Lake
Firefighters from multiple departments converged on the grounds at Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge last week, working to control a fire that spread over
Yates Tapped for Alliance City Council Following Liptack’s Resignation
The Alliance City Council took action last Tuesday evening to fill a vacancy on the council left by Council Member Tacy Liptack, who resigned
Photo Gallery: Box Butte County Fair 2025
The following are photos were taken around the Box Butte County Fair by Steph’s Studio, Christine Melcher and Shaun Friedrichsen:
Paratroopers Descend on Chimney Rock
Paratroopers filled the skies over Chimney Rock recently as they descended on one of Nebraska’s most iconic landmarks as part of a celebration of
National Night Out Brings Families, First Responders Together
A fun night for those in attendance offered community members a chance to gather with law enforcement officers and firefighters to learn about how
Arrest Made After Felony Assault on Alliance Assistant Fire Chief
On August 8, 2025, at approximately 6:44 p.m., Alliance Police Officers were dispatched to the 600 block of Laramie Avenue for a report of
National Night Out Returns to Alliance
A night to celebrate and honor local first responders is set for Tuesday August 8 as Alliance plans to host National Night Out. National







