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Preliminary Hearing set for Gering Sexter Video included

A Gering man is behind bars after allegedly sending lewd text messages to young teenage girls.
 
20 - year - old Anthony Stricker is charged with first-degree sexual assault of a minor and two counts of enticement by electronic communication.

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Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer speaks out on I.R.S scandal

The recent Internal Revenue Service scandal has a Nebraska senator up in arms.

Legacy of the Plains museums join Blue Star Museum program

A new summer program in the panhandle gives thanks to active service members.

Scottsbluff man faces federal indictment

A Scottsbluff man has been indicted by a federal Grand Jury.

26-year-old Joel Zamarripa- Favela is charged with illegal re-entry into the United States after deportation.

Amidst protests at Whiteclay, the deeper issue of alcoholism emerges Video included

Activists are increasing protests on the sale of alcohol to the people on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.

NE Congressman weighs-in on bill to speed pipeline approval Video included

House Republicans push through legislation to bypass the president, to speed approval of the Keystone KL oil pipeline from Canada to Texas.

Evening drinkers prompt new 'no parking' zone Video included

Minimal parking space around Scottsbluff's farmers market, prompts city officials to change a number of 2–hour parking signs, to 'no parking zones'.

Panhandle zoo looking for summer volunteers Video included

Now that summer is upon us and children will soon be out in full force, a panhandle zoo is looking for volunteers.

WNCC gets new jet

Through assistance from the U.S. Department of Labor TAACCCT grant, Western Nebraska Community College took ownership of a 1981 Cessna 550 Citation II jet Wednesday night, which will provide advanced workforce training in the Sidney Campus' aviation program.

Living Memorial Gardens is a place for all

"It is a place to be able to come other than a cemetery where you could have kind of a quiet place and reflect on lost loved ones."

Daily Grind moves from Coffee House to coffee cart Video included

Owner Linda Staman says a bigger location in Gering is in the works... but until they make concrete plans, they will have to improvise.

Proposed committee to crack down on neglected property Video included

Prospects of a new Problem Resolution Team for one city in KOTA Territory are met with mixed feelings by council members.

Downtown's two-hour parking limit poses problem Video included

Also in Scottsbluff, as efforts to reconstruct and revamp down town continue, the issue of 2–hour parking is addressed.

Governor vetoes portion of budget bill Video included

Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman has used a line-item veto to strike $200,000 from the state budget that was approved for an Omaha golf tournament.

Wind energy tax measure headed to final Nebraska vote Video included

A bill that would extend sales tax breaks to large wind-energy companies that locate in Nebraska is headed to a final vote in the Legislature.

High Point Visitor Center in Kimball set to open in the beginning of July Video included

A new visitors center is coming to the panhandle in efforts to boost tourism numbers.

Lawmakers discuss child mental health issues Video included

Nebraska lawmakers are working on a bill to increase mental health services for Nebraska children.

Graduation weekend keeps law enforcement busy

A panhandle organization says along with graduation weekend comes the reminder to stay safe and legal. This weekend was a busy one for local law enforcement with graduation weekend celebrations. The

Local man requests consideration of County Road 19 addition to Quiet Zone Video included

A panhandle local asks for extension of the train horn quiet zone.

Emergency Management reminds locals of tornado planning Video included

The recent Oklahoma tornado brings a reminder to locals to be as prepared as possible.

Meat processing plant sets sights on Scotts Bluff Video included

More than 30 people packed into Scottsbluff City Hall last night, many to weigh-in on the controversial topic of a new beef processing plant.

Bluffs Middle School hosts 'summer activity fair' Video included

Counselors at one KOTA Territory middle school want kids to stay active and have fun all summer long.

FARM longhorns temporarily moved offsite Video included

Concerned fans of the longhorn cattle at the Farm And Ranch Museum in Gering need not fear – the longhorns' disappearance from the museum grounds is only temporary.

New classes aim to help more students graduate

Two new programs will soon be offered at Scottsbluff High School, with the goal of maximizing student graduation numbers.

Antique car collection damaged in garage fire

A weekend fire that sparked inside of a historic Gering garage causes significant damage to a collection of antique cars and relics.

Bullock's family outraged on Siefke plea deal Video included

"Shock. Outrage. Disgust."  Those are just some of the words Bullock's cousin Tristian Jackson is using to react to Rose Siefke 's plea deal with prosecutors.

School official says student safety is first priority Video included

Following the Nebraska Supreme Court's ruling that Nebraska school officials violated a student's rights, one KOTA Territory Superintendent says that student safety needs to be the main priority.

Scotts Bluff man arrested on multiple charges after breaking out windows at Viaero Wireless

A Scotts Bluff man is in hot water after an early morning disturbance.

Moisture is good news for groundwater levels

The panhandle's been getting hit with some moisture and it brings good news to local ag experts.

Scotts Bluff Tourism Director teams up with Kimball Tourism Director for Kimball's new visitor center Video included

Two panhandle tourist directors team up for a mutually beneficial relationship.

Meat packing plant hoping to spend $430k for new Scottsbluff site Video included

The Scottsbluff City Council will hear a proposal tonight from a company looking to relocate into town.

KOTA Territory woman celebrates 40 years on the job

In 1962, Isabel Hoy began working at the Goshen County Library...

Tornado spotted in Nebraska panhandle Video included

No damage has been reported following a tornado sighting yesterday evening in rural Morrill County.

Hemingford woman admits to helping dispose of body Video included

20-year-old Hemingford woman has admitted helping hide the body of a Denver man in northwest Nebraska months before her boyfriend died in an armed standoff.

Engines rev in memory of a friend, for a good cause Video included

Rain sweeping through the panhandle doesn't stop this group of bikers from remembering a close friend, while raising money for a good cause.

Scotts Bluff National Monument bike path one step closer Video included

A panhandle national monument gears up to offer new trail options for visitors.

Alliance organization aimed at helping domestic violence victims welcomed in new home

A KOTA Territory organization aims to help their community, by supporting those who need it most.

Powerball frenzy hits Scottsbluff along with the rest of the nation Video included

"We're seeing a lot more customers coming in, more people than just the regulars," Assistant Manager, Chris Main said.

Colorado family teams up with "Legacy of the Plains" to teach oxen lessons Video included

A Colorado family visits the panhandle to do some teaching of a different kind.

Law enforcement spark start of NE Special Olympics Video included

Nebraska's 2013 Special Olympic Games are right around the corner, and to kick–off the event, law enforcement from across Scotts Bluff County help spark the spirit of the games.

Local youth help create homes for NE's feathered friends Video included

Joining–in on the Wildcat Hills Wildlands Day events, a group of people trying to create homes… for Nebraska's feathered friends.

Wildcat Hills celebrates 6th annual Wildlands Day Video included

Dozens of people from across the panhandle hit the hills today, for the sixth annual Wildcat Hills Wildlands Day.

More Nebraskans finding jobs

The Nebraska Labor Department says the state's preliminary unemployment rate declined to 3.7 percent in April.

Johanns opposes Farm Bill Video included

– U.S. Sen. Mike Johanns (R-Neb.), a former Secretary of Agriculture, today voted against advancing out of committee a farm bill that relied on budget gimmicks and outdated policy. Despite his opposition, the bill passed in the committee by a vote of 15-5.

Scottsbluff High School students show off house they built

In a partnership with Twin Cities Development, the students got hands on in constructing everything from the foundation up.

Whiteclay attacks prompt the need for increased police presence Video included

Local beer distributors fear for the safety of their drivers... after consecutive weeks of violent attacks by protesters in Whiteclay.

Thunderstorm a welcome sight to local farmers

A powerful but quick moving thunderstorm rolled across the central panhandle Thursday afternoon.

Fort Sidney Museum offers history many have never seen Video included

"I know people here in Sidney they don't come but they really should because they're missing out on an awful lot.

Downsize in McKinley School housing development

Lots are required to be at least 70 feet in width. so Twin Cities Development had to compromise with city engineers to re-zone the area.

Law Enforcement Torch Run open to all Video included

This year, organizers are asking for something they never have before: community involvement.

Fresh Wind Organic Farm is a rare find in Sidney Video included

It's one of KOTA Territory's few 100% certified organic farms - another place that makes Nebraska's Cheyenne County both interesting an unique.

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