Senator Fischer's (R-NE) weekly update from Washington focuses on rural health care. Last week, I wrote about my team’s work to secure federal tax dollars Nebraskans already sent to Washington to improve the Central Nebraska Regional Airport in Grand Island. This week, I want to update you on my recent visit to Avera St. Anthony's Hospital in O'Neill and share my team’s efforts to invest federal tax dollars there as well. Founded in 1952, Avera St. Anthony's now stands as one

Courtesy Mission Volunteer Fire Department Facebook Page On April 7th, 2026, several members of Mission Volunteer Fire & Rescue took the second and last step toward becoming South Dakota Certified Firefighters. Deputy Chief Smith, Lieutenants Cordier and Elk Looks Back, and Recruits Leading Fighter, Lucas, Moore, and Smith successfully passed the practical skills test for the South Dakota Certified Firefighter class, which began in Mission in October 2025 and concluded this p

Last row: Keene Taylor, Ezra Dorsey, Brooke Brashears, Maysa Jones, Jenalee Garwood 2nd row: Adley Swanson, Cam Brashears, Boe Tetherow, Bristol Danielski Front row: Caleb DeWeerd, Isabella DeWeerd, Brooks Tetherow, Liberty Dean, Kyndel Danielski, Makamry Jones, Jenessa Garwood. The 4-H Communications & Expressive Arts Contest was held on April 6, 2026, at the Cherry County Extension Office. There were 18 participants competing in the different areas of speech, music, and ta

24 Truckloads Moving Through Valentine 24 Truckloads of hay from Kingsbury County SD Cattlemen, were moving through Valentine Tuesday to aid those who lost hay and pasture in wildfires last month in Southwest Nebraska. Organizer Laurie Casper told KVSH News that the hay would be split in the Arthur, Lakeside and Oshkosh areas. The convoy left Lake Preston, South Dakota at 6AM and passed through Valentine right about noon and proceeded South on Highway 83. This is the group

Following a recent series of thefts from unlocked vehicles the Police Department reminds everyone to not leave valuables in their vehicle and lock your cars. and to lock their car at least overnight. Department would like to remind everyone to not leave valuables in their vehicle and to lock their car at least overnight. During the week of March 29th to April 4th, the following arrests were reported by the Valentine Police Department: On March 29th at 12:08 AM, a disturbance

All 4 candidates for Cherry County Commissioner have committed to the event KVSH Radio has made arrangements for a candidates' forum on Wednesday, April 15th at the Mid Plains Community College Valentine campus. Incumbents Nina Nelson and Mike McConaughey and challengers Wade Andrews and Duane Kime were all contacted, and all four candidates for Cherry County Commissioner have committed to the 6pm event. Listeners are invited to watch in person, or listen at KVSH Radio. KV

The governor lifted the ban on Thursday Thursday afternoon Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen rescinded the fire ban across the State of Nebraska but there was no mention of the campfire ban that has been in place since March 13. Well that has changed as the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission announced later Thursday afternoon that they have lifted its ban on campfires. The temporary ban was instituted on March 13 due to wildfires arising from dry conditions in the state but after

Emergency crews responded to the report of a vehicle on fire east of the high school At about 5:29 Friday morning, the Valentine Volunteer Fire Department and Cherry County Hospital Ambulance Service responded to the report of a vehicle on fire across the street from the Valentine High School. It was not immediately known if the vehicle was occupied. When Valentine fire chief Terry Engels first arrived on scene, he found a tanker truck's cab fully involved in flames, and th

State Senator Tanya Storer issued a release on the brand inspection bill in the unicameral. Senator Barry DeKay’s Legislative Bill 1187, known as the “brand bill,” advanced successfully through first-round debate on the floor of the Nebraska Legislature after a compromise amendment preserved the integrity of the state’s livestock brand inspection system. The committee amendment (AM 2886) initially proposed exemptions for certain industry segments from inspections and audits

Cherry County Implement in Valentine has committed to supporting fire departments that serve Cherry County by donating filters for firetrucks. Each department can submit information about the types of filters they need and Cherry County Implement will provide NAPA filters to fit those units. Air filters, fuel filters, oil filters and even filters needed for pumps on firetrucks will be provided. The offer has been extended to not only the Valentine, Kilgore, Cody, Wood Lake

According to JP Johnson, Elder of Valentine Berean Church, “due to the passing of their beloved Pastor Scott, they are cancelling the Marriage relationship conference scheduled for April 18th and 19th. Pastor Scott McClellan passed away this week in Omaha from complications of pulmonary fibrosis while awaiting a lung transplant. Pastor Scott was a big part of the ministry in Valentine and Cherry County and one of the main reasons the Berean Church has grown to one of the lar

RST law enforcement is seeking information in finding missing Alisha Dawn Tramp Rosebud Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services is asking for the public's help in finding 32-year-old Alisha Dawn Tramp. Authorities say she's approximately 5’3” tall, weighs around 150 pounds, and frequently changes her hair color but was last seen with blue highlights. If anyone knows her whereabouts, please call the Rosebud Police Department at (605) 856-2282. Images courtesy RST law enforcement

No arrests were reported in the past week. During the week of March 22nd to March 28th, the police department responded to 26 calls for service, including: -8 traffic stops -4 animal complaints -1 disturbance -1 fraud complaint -1 theft

Several KVSH area Athletes were named to the winter activities Academic All State through NSAA and sponsored by Nebraska Chiropractors Association. Students are nominated by their schools during the season for their individual academic excellence, leadership and contributions in their activity. VALENTINE In wrestling, Gage Sandoz and Cole Boes In Girls Wrestling, Reegan Eggert and Samantha Sprenger From Boys Basketball, Dominic Beebout and Duncan Mosner In girls Basketball,

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen meeting with firefighers, ranchers, and others while visiting the Valentine area. The visit was prompted by the Anderson Bridge Fire. Governor Jim Pillen of Nebraska has signed two new executive orders this week. EO 20-08 is an extension of a previous burn ban and continues the timeframe by which fire chiefs or their designated members are prohibited from issuing permits for open burning anywhere in the state. This order is effective March 28 an

The fire was first reported around 1am Thursday A dangerous situation continues to develop today (Thursday) around Hyannis in Grant County as windy, dry conditions persist in the area. Officials have issued mandatory evacuations in parts of the county as a wildfire was reportedly growing quickly in an area south of Hyannis. Initial reports first came in shortly after 1am for a fire west of Highway 61 near mile marker 150. Officials were issuing evacuations in the Ashby are

The Valentine FFA Chapter is sending 47 students to State FFA in Lincoln today. They plan to leave about 2pm this afternoon with an escort. Each Spring, more than 7,000 FFA members, advisors and guests arrive in Lincoln to celebrate the annual Nebraska State FFA Convention. Members participate in general sessions, competitive events, educational tours, leadership workshops, and Career Fair and Expo. Events are held at Pinnacle Bank Arena, Haymarket area hotels and the Univer

The Cherry County 4-H Robotics team went to the state competition over the weekend. Cherry County once again competed in the Nebraska State 4-H Robotics competition in Lincoln on March 20-21. Ryan Adams, Tyson Cochran, and Luke Osnes came home sitting in 18th place in the Robot Games out of 98 teams and received a Rising Star Award. Jayden Danielski and River Ruby also contributed to the team’s work this season and the team was coached by Andrew Utecht and Michelle Garwood.

Firemen remain busy Sunday It's been over a week since the initial call came in reporting a fire south of Kilgore in the Anderson Bridge area, and area firemen have been busy keeping it and other area fires under control. Valentine Fire Chief Terry Engels stated that on Sunday, airplanes were being utilized to help put out a pocket that was burning in the Anderson Bridge fire area, and at about 1pm, Valentine Firemen were requested to assist with a fire north of the Nebraska

Over $5,000 was contributed for use by the Valentine Public Library The Sandhills Area Foundation announced a distribution from the Wilson-Taylor Fund to the Valentine Public Library Foundation, reinforcing a shared commitment to strengthening community life across the Sandhills. This $5,182 contribution will help the Valentine Public Library continue to serve as a welcoming hub for learning, connection, and opportunity. From access to technology to lifelong learning resourc