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Sand Painters Recognized At Association of Nebraska Art Club's Exhibition
The event was held in Ogallala. “All Trails Lead to Art” was the theme for the Association of Nebraska Art Clubs 61st Annual Exhibition and Conference held in Ogallala, Nebraska. The Sand Painters Art Club was well-represented with eighteen pieces in the exhibition of nearly three hundred pieces. Idaho artist, Dallen Lambson, presented awards to seven of the Sand Painter artworks, which was the highest number of awards given to any single club this year. Members receiving
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Work Continues On Main Street Mural
The mural continues to take shape on the Huskerland Hardware building at 3rd and Main. Work continues on the large mural project on the south Wall of Huskerland Hardware on the corner of 3rd and Main Streets in Valentine. Lauren Olson of Oshkosh Nebraska has the $21-23,000 contract which is being paid for through grants from the local Pestal Foundation and Nebraska Arts. As we've reported earlier, Olson is no stranger to mural work, as she has done numerous other murals from
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Light Up The Falls Event Draws Record Crowds To Smith Falls State Park
Almost 750 visitors attended the Light Up The Falls celebration. The 2026 Light Up the Falls celebration at Smith Falls State Park shone brighter than ever this year, welcoming nearly 750 visitors to an evening of patriotic color, outdoor adventure, and community partnership. As daylight slowly faded, the boardwalk filled with families, hikers, and nature‑enthusiasts eager to witness the dramatic red, white, and blue illumination of Nebraska’s tallest waterfall. Though night
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Garwood Receives Purples In State 4-H Speech
Jenalee Garwood competed earlier this week in Lincoln The Nebraska 4‑H Premier Communication Event (PCE) is a two‑day state‑level competition for youth in Lincoln, NE, designed to showcase communication skills, explore industry issues, and connect with peers across the state. This year was held at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln on the East Campus on June 16 & 17, 2026. Jenalee Garwood from Valentine competed during the event. She received purple in Senior Prepared Speec
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South Fork Fire Relief Fund Announced
This announcement came to the KVSH Newsroom this morning courtesy of Senator Tanya Storer's office The Chadron Community Foundation has announced the creation of the South Fork Fire Relief Fund to provide assistance to individuals, ranchers, and local fire departments impacted by the South Fork Fire in the Nebraska Pine Ridge. The South Fork Fire has forced evacuations in parts of Crawford and Fort Robinson State Park, closed major highways, and threatened ranching operations
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Ft. Robinson Partially Reopens
Press release from Nebraska Game and Parks Fort Robinson State Park has partially reopened as the South Fork Fire risk has shifted to the north. While portions of the park remain closed, the park’s lodge, cabins, activity center, Sutler Store, Post Playhouse, restaurant, and historical tours are now open to guests. The Fort Robinson History Center and the Trailside Museum of Natural History, managed by the Nebraska State Historical Society and the University of Nebraska respe
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Annual Independence Day Celebration Coming To Cherry County Fairgrounds
The fireworks display will follow the demolition derby after dark on July 4th Celebrate your Independence Day with a bang at the Cherry County Ag Society's Sponsored Demolition Derby this July 4th! Feel the excitement as drivers battle it out in the demolition derby, then stick around for a spectacular fireworks show lighting up the summer sky! Bring the whole family for an evening of high-octane entertainment, patriotic fun, and unforgettable memories. Don't miss the crashes
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Additional Arrest Made In Box Butte County Homicide
Press Release From The Nebraska State Patrol Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested another person in connection with a homicide investigation that began last September. In September 2025, NSP investigators arrested Tamara Bingham on multiple charges, including first degree murder, related to the homicide of Ebram Sifuentes. Sifuentes was found deceased in rural Box Butte County. Investigators also arrested Matthew Landreth as an accessory to a felony. Thu
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VPD Week In Review June 7 to June 13, 2026
Officers responded to 30 calls in the past week. During the week of June 7th to June 13th, two arrests were reported by the Valentine Police Department: On June 13th, at approximately 1:30 AM, a 34 year old Nebraska man was arrested and charged with Child Abuse following an investigation that began when an officer was called to speak to an injured child. At 6:20 PM, an officer responded to a disturbance in the 200 block of South Cherry Street. A 31 year old Nebraska woma
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