The Hemingford Volunteer Fire Department has purchased some new, life-saving equipment, after they received a $15,000 grant from Farm Credit Services. Barb Keegan, EMS
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Hospital Board Highlights Quality Progress and Facility Enhancements
Box Butte General Hospital (BBGH) Board of Trustees met on Monday, December 22, 2025, in the Alliance Room. The hospital’s Board recognized staff achievements
Election Year Kicks off with Several Filings
With the filing period now open, several people have announced their candidacy for local office, kicking off the 2026 election. As of Monday afternoon,
Governor Pillen Appoints Alliance Man to Commission
Governor Jim Pillen announced appointments made to boards and commissions from July 1, 2025 through November 30, 2025. Among those he appointed to the
Darold A. Newblom Foundation Accepting Applications for Grants, Scholarships
Wally A. Seiler has announced that the Darold A. Newblom Foundation is now accepting applications for grants and scholarships which will be awarded by
Blast From The Past January 7, 2026
130 Years Ago January 10, 1896 Mrs. F. W. Lester has been out of town for a few days. 125 Years Ago January 11,
Box Butte County Commissioners Frustrated with Property Assessment Actions That Left Some Property Owners Overtaxed
By the Box Butte County Commissioners The Box Butte County Board of Equalization, which is comprised of the three Box Butte County Commissioners, has
2025 Year In Review
January 1, 2025 Continuing the Family Business: Returning to Alliance following their stints at college, Charlie and Josie Otto are excited to join their
New ED Director, Sleep Study Contractor Reported to BBGH Board
Box Butte General Hospital (BBGH) Board of Trustees met on Monday, November 24, 2025, in the Alliance Room. Board members reviewed and approved the
Blast From The Past December 31, 2025
130 Years Ago January 3, 1896 A. V. Gruber, who lives on Carmicle’s ranch, called last Saturday to subscribe for the Times. He recently




