The announcement was made early this week. Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) released the names of the Nebraskans she is nominating this year for U.S. service academies. “I’m proud to nominate 40 impressive Nebraska students for acceptance to our nation’s prestigious military academies. Each student has proven themself as a dedicated leader, bringing unique skills and perspectives to their communities. I wish them the best as they continue through the process, and I than

LB 1204 took effect on January 1st. While parts of the bill addressed lottery winner privacy and distillery licensing, the primary purpose of LB 1204 focuses on the growing "Vape" industry. Businesses who sell these products, whether retailers, wholesalers, or manufacturers, will be affected, as certain brands will not be allowed as they are not approved by the state of Nebraska. A few of the more popular brands that did not get approved by the Nebraska Vape Registry includ

After two years of planning and construction, Valentine Children and Families Coalition Director Jill Austin confirmed to KVSH news, that the new Heart City Childcare facility opened today, at the Episcopal Church on North Main Street in Valentine.  The state licensed facility will start with 8 children and expand to 12 soon with employees coming on board. The facility will have a kitchen, baby napping room, play area, bathrooms and more. Jill will be our guest on the KVSH co

During the week of December 28th through January 3rd, the following arrests were reported by the Valentine Police Department;   On December 31st, at 10:05 PM, a traffic stop near the intersection of 4th and Edna Streets lead to the arrest of a 32 year old Pennsylvania man on the charge of Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol.   Also on December 31st, at 10:20 PM, a traffic stop in the 200 block of North Main Street lead to the arrest of a 48 year old Nebraska man on the cha

A Memorial Service for Thomas R. Newtson age 68 of Springview, NE will be held on Friday (Jan. 9, 2026) at 10:30 AM at the New Hope Community Church in Springview. Tom Newtson passed away December 31, 2025 at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth, NE. SURVIVORS INCLUDE: Wife: Aleta Newtson of Springview 3 Children: Ray (Amanda) Newtson of Ashby, NE Dana (Matt) Dolch of Lincoln, NE & Cody Newtson of Wellfleet, NE 4 GC Brother: James (Diana) Newtson of North Platte, NE

Gregory "Greg" Hobbs of Maxwell, Nebraska, formerly of Kilgore, passed away on December 15, 2025 at the age of 72. Greg is survived by his wife Ruth Hobbs of Maxwell, his children Shane Hobbs of Brady, Brock Hobbs of Ainsworth, Heather Koperski of Farwell, Zac Hobbs of Maxwelll, Sylvia Bernard of Springfield Missouri, and Travis Gouge of Valentine. Also brothers, Randy Hobbs of Pueblo West, Colorado and Duane Hobbs of Princeton, Missouri. Memorial Visitation will be held Fri

A Memorial Service for Maxine A. Schoettger age 89 of Springview/Ainsworth, NE will be held on Saturday (January 10, 2026) at 11:00 AM in the Burton Assembly of God Church. Inurnment will be held at a later date in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Springview. Maxine Schoettger passed away December 29, 2025 at the Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth. SURVIVORS INCLUDE: Husband: Kevin of Springview/Cottonwood Villa, Ainsworth 3 Children: Connie (Chuck) Higginson of Crete, NE Rodne

Gothenburg won both championships with room to spare Wednesday at the Chadron Holiday Basketball Tournament.   The Lady Swedes jumped out to a 43-20 halftime lead and defeated Bridgeport 84-43 to win their championship while the Gothenburg boys led by just 24-23 at intermission, but outscored Bridgeport 37-23 in the second half and won that title 61-46.                 Valentine teams earned both thirds in the tournament standings. The girls led 26-19 at halftime, were ahead

On a split vote, the Cherry County Commissioners approved an 18% annual pay raise for elected county officials at their regular meeting this past Tuesday. The raise will go into effect in 2027.  It will also include a 3% cost of living pay increase. Commissioner DeNaeyer was the lone member that voted against the increase. Those offices included would include Assessor, Treasurer, Clerk and Sheriff's office. Currently elected officials are paid about $61,000 per year before be

Celebration of life for William “Willy” Hoffman, age 77 of Valentine are pending at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Willy passed away at his home in Valentine. Survivors Sisters-Joan Knuth of Valentine Janis Davis of Dallas, TX Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with the service arrangements.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date for Maxine A. Schoettger age 89 of Springview,/Ainsworth, NE. Maxine Schoettger passed away Monday (Dec. 29, 2025) at the Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth. SURVIVORS INCLUDE: Husband: Kevin of Springview/Cottonwood Villa, Ainsworth 3 Children: Connie (Chuck) Higginson of Crete, NE Rodney (Darla) Schoettger of Springview & David (Dawn) Schoettger of Kearney, NE 3-GC & 6-GGC Sisters: Judy (Jim) Lerdahl of Lincoln, NE & C

Kerry Browning Sr, age 71 of Mission, passed away at his home December 28th Wake Service: 6pm Friday January 2, 2026 at the Antelope Community Building in Mission Noon caravan from the Rosebud Casino Funeral Service: 2pm Saturday January 3, 2026 at the Antelope Community building in Mission Burial at Holy Family Cemetery at north Antelope Survivors include: Wife: Amanda Browning Children: Arvella Browning Menard, Constance, Jermain, Kerry Jr & Lakota Browning,

On Monday evening, the judges, spectators and KVSH staff boarded an Open Plains transit bus to tour the 2025 Christmas Lights in Valentine. There were about 8 vehicles that followed along and listened to the radio as our judges critiqued the entries one by one. After touring 10 locations spread across town, the judges scores were tallied to determine the winners. 1st place in this year’s light contest was also the winner from two years ago, Doug and Robin Wackler at 801 North

Oglala Sioux Tribe Department Of Public Safety Shared The Following Information. MISSING PERSON Name: Chelsea Stone Age: 27 Height: 5'3" Weight: Approximately 160 lbs Hair: Light brown Eyes: Brown Last Known Clothing: Unknown Last Seen: December 11, 2025 Reported Missing: December 29, 2025 Location Last Seen: Kyle Teacher Housing Chelsea Stone was reported missing by her mother, who last saw her on December 11th, 2025. Chelsea is an enrolled member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe

Crawford Livestock Market will host an R-CALF USA rollover auction fundraiser at noon during its special calf sale on Friday, Jan. 9. Dyesville Angus/Jack and Penny Dye of Hermosa, South Dakota, will donate a calf for the rollover auction – the third year that the Dyes have generously donated an animal to benefit R-CALF USA. R-CALF USA Vice President Eric Gropper will attend the fundraiser and be on hand to answer any questions. R-CALF USA works with the three branches of go

Several area students honored in academics at CSC From CSC - Chadron State College has announced the undergraduate students on the Fall 2025 President’s and Dean’s Lists. The President's List consists of students with a 4.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Students met the requirements for the Dean’s List by earning at least a 3.5 cumulative grade point average. To qualify for either list, students must be enrolled in 12 credit hours of coursework, pursuing thei

VPD responded to a total of 32 calls in the past week. During the week of December 21st to 27th, the following arrests were made by the Valentine Police Department: On 12/24/25, at 2:22 PM, an officer responded to a shoplifting complaint in the 700 block of East Highway 20. A 44 year old South Dakota man was arrested and charged with theft. On 12/25/25, at 4:40 PM, a disturbance in the 200 block of South Helen Street led to the arrest of 35 year old Nebraska man for disturbi

William 'Wild Bill' Long, IV, age 41 of Mission, passed away December 21st Wake service: 7pm Monday December 29th at the Todd County Elementary School in Mission 1pm caravan from the Rosebud Casino Funeral: 1pm Tuesday December 30th at the Todd County Elementary School in Mission Survivors: Wife: Roberta Daughter: Amelia Parents: William 'Bebe' Long, III and Maria Leader Charge Siblings: Maria, Cassidy, Shelby, Chales, Leiora & Genesis Long Mother-in-law: L

Tuesday evening The Valentine Children and Families Coalition unveiled the new childcare facility in Valentine.  Afternoon two years of planning and construction, Director Jill Austin told KVSH news that the facility will open on January 5th at the Episcopal Church on North Main Street in Valentine.  The state licensed facility will start with 8 children and expand to 12 soon with employees coming on board. The facility will have a kitchen, baby napping room, play area, bathr

Senator Sasse made the announcement on social media today. From Ben Sasse "X" post - "Friends- This is a tough note to write, but since a bunch of you have started to suspect something, I’ll cut to the chase: Last week I was diagnosed with metastasized, stage-four pancreatic cancer, and am gonna die. Advanced pancreatic is nasty stuff; it’s a death sentence. But I already had a death sentence before last week too — we all do. I’m blessed with amazing siblings and half-a-dozen