By CELENA SHEPHERD Nebraska News Service After barriers for local public health departments came to light during COVID-19, Sen. Tony Vargas of Omaha brought
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Hay Springs Youth Like Northwest Nebraska, Would Consider Returning
While most middle and high school students in Hay Springs say they plan to attend college or trade school after graduation, many also picture
Spring Equinox is Program Topic
A virtual program from the Wildcat Hills Nature Center will explore the traditions and celebrations of the spring equinox. The program will be 10
More Than 9,000 Panhandle Residents Receive Vaccine
On Monday, the number of Panhandle residents who have received the COVID-19 vaccine reached 9,373, as Panhandle Public Health District updates the vaccination timeline
Gearing Man Arrested Following Child Abuse Investigation
The Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) has arrested a Gering man following an investigation into a report of child abuse. On Feb. 16, a warrant
Investment in Outdoor Recreation Continues at Lake McConaughy
Visitors to Lake McConaughy and Lake Ogallala state recreation areas in 2021 will continue to see improvements to infrastructure, amenities, facilities and accessibility around
Alliance Community Pharmacy Announced as Vaccine Location
Alliance Community Pharmacy was announced as one of three additional locations in the Panhandle to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Other locations include Walmart in
Taxpayers Can Now Claim the LB 1107 Property Tax Credit
Nebraska taxpayers who are eligible for a property tax credit (credit) are reminded to claim this new tax credit that will provide property tax
Vaccine Registration Transitions to State System
COVID-19 Unified Command announced on Monday that the Panhandle vaccine registration system has transitioned to the state registration system at vaccinate.ne.gov, effective immediately. All
Fort Robinson State Park Expanding Campsites for RVs
There will be more happy campers at Fort Robinson State Park. Or, at least there will be room for them. The park is adding