Scottsbluff Public Schools resumed their schedules for the 2023/24 school year on Thursday, August 17, 2023 (first day for students). This will increase pedestrian
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Qualifying for WIC Food Assistance Now Easier
New income guidelines have increased the number of families who could qualify for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutrition assistance program. The minimum
PPHD Notes First Reported Death from West Nile Virus
The first West Nile virus (WNV) death for the 2023 season has been confirmed this week in the Panhandle region. Panhandle Public Health District
DEA Encourages Back to School Drug Awareness, Education
Students across the Midwest are returning to school and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Omaha Division is reminding families to make time for honest
Gov. Pillen Joins NDCS Dir. Jeffreys in Announcing New Prison Location
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen recently joined Director of the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) Rob Jeffreys in announcing the location of the state’s
Pedestrian Safety Lowest in Years
Every day, 20 people walk outside and are struck and killed by a moving vehicle. U.S. pedestrian deaths have now reached a 40-year high,
Motorcycle vs. Car Crash Results in Fatality
On Aug. 19 at approximately 9:42 p.m, Scottsbluff Police were dispatched to a motorcycle accident at the intersection of 23rd ST and Broadway. The
Commissioners Approve Fee Increase for State Park Entry Permits
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission approved fee increases for its state park entry permits at its meeting Aug. 4 in Valentine. The fee
City of Scottsbluff Recognized for 20-Years with LARM
The City of Scottsbluff was recently presented with a plaque honoring the community for its 20-year membership with the League Association of Risk Management
PSWGA Competes in Bridgeport
The Panhandle Senior Women met up August 7th at Court House & Jail Rock Golf Course in Bridgeport for a beautiful day of golf.