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Chadron State College Hall of Famer Rod Ehler Passes Away
Chadron State College Hall of Famer Rod Ehler Passes Away

One of western Nebraska's best-known athletes, coaches and referees, Rodney Jay Ehler of Scottsbluff, died Friday, July 18, leaving behind many cherished memories. 

Nebraska Shrine Bowl Announces Coaching Staffs for 2026

Nebraska Shrine Bowl Announces Coaching Staffs for 2026

LINCOLN, Neb — The Nebraska Shrine Bowl Executive Board has announced the coaching staff for the 68th Annual Nebraska Shrine Bowl.

Chadron State College to induct Sidney's Ally Benzel into athletic's hall of fame

Chadron State College to induct Sidney's Ally Benzel into athletic's hall of fame

Ally Malzahn Benzel, of Sidney, becomes the first CSC women's golfer inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame.

Colorado sports notes: Rockies beat Twins 10-6 for first home series victory of the season

Colorado sports notes: Rockies beat Twins 10-6 for first home series victory of the season

Ezequiel Tovar hit a three-run homer to break a fifth-inning tie and the Colorado Rockies won a home series for the first time since late last season with a 10-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday night.

Sidney Juniors Season Ends with 9-3 Loss

Sidney Juniors Season Ends with 9-3 Loss

The Sidney Platte Valley Company Post 17 Juniors saw their season come to an end Monday evening with a 9-3 loss to Alliance in the Class B Area 7 Tournament at Legion Field.

Maschmann takes fourth place at Fargo Nationals

Maschmann takes fourth place at Fargo Nationals

Former Lady Orange wrestler Morgan Maschamnn battled her way to a fourth place finish in a premiere wrestling event. 

Photos: Sidney advances in Area B7 with win over Gering

Photos: Sidney advances in Area B7 with win over Gering

The Sidney Platte Valley Company Post 12 Juniors got exactly what they needed Sunday evening in an elimination game against the Gering B&C Steel Post 36 Juniors.

Friedl homers and Francona gets 2,000th win as the Reds beat the Rockies 4-2

Friedl homers and Francona gets 2,000th win as the Reds beat the Rockies 4-2

TJ Friedl homered and Cincinnati manager Terry Francona got his 2,000th win when he directed the Reds to a 4-2 win over the Colorado Rockies.

Photos: Chadron pitching quiets Sidney’s bats in Area Tournament loss

Photos: Chadron pitching quiets Sidney’s bats in Area Tournament loss

Chadron Platte Valley Company Post 12 starting pitcher Jack O’Brien held a hot-hitting Sidney Platte Valley Company Post 17 team to just four runs on five hits in a 15-4 five-inning win in the B-7 Area Junior tournament on Saturday evening.

Sidney Advances in B7 with No Hitter Over Hi-Line

Sidney Advances in B7 with No Hitter Over Hi-Line

The Sidney Platte Valley Post 17 Juniors advanced in the Class B-7 Area Tournament with a shutout of the Hi-Line Bulls Post 290 Saturday morning, in a continuation of a game that was rained out Friday evening at Legion Field.

Colorado sports notes: Rockies score winning run on wild pitch, snap a 3-game skid with a 3-2 victory over the Reds

Colorado sports notes: Rockies score winning run on wild pitch, snap a 3-game skid with a 3-2 victory over the Reds

Colorado right hander Germán Márquez struck out a season-high eight batters to outduel Reds rookie right hander Chase Burns as the Rockies snapped a three-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory.

Athletes Unlimited Softball League pleased with progress a month into inaugural season

Athletes Unlimited Softball League pleased with progress a month into inaugural season

The Athletes Unlimited Softball League has gained significant traction. Commissioner Kim Ng says the league has sold out nine of 28 games in its inaugural season.

Legendary Shickley coach Dan Sorge inducted into NHSACA Hall of Fame

Legendary Shickley coach Dan Sorge inducted into NHSACA Hall of Fame

An all-time great high school coach from Southeast Nebraska has earned his moment in the spotlight this summer: record-setting Shickley coach Dan Sorge is now a member of the NHSACA Hall of Fame.

Former Cougar Paul Panduro signs professional baseball contract

Former Cougar Paul Panduro signs professional baseball contract

Former Western Nebraska Community College baseball player signed his first professional baseball contract earlier this week.

Colorado sports notes: Yoshida leads Red Sox to sweep of Rockies with 10-2 win

Colorado sports notes: Yoshida leads Red Sox to sweep of Rockies with 10-2 win

Masataka Yoshida went 3 for 4 with a double and an RBI in his season debut after undergoing shoulder surgery in October, and the Boston Red Sox completed a three-game sweep with a 10-2 win over the Colorado Rockies.

Sidney Juniors sweep Twin-Bill, Hosts Area Tournament this Weekend

Sidney Juniors sweep Twin-Bill, Hosts Area Tournament this Weekend

The Sidney Platte Valley Companies Post 17 Juniors capped off on their regular season Tuesday night by sweeping a doubleheader from Kimball Legion 16U at Legion Field.

Colorado sports notes: Avalanche add former Kraken head coach Dave Hakstol as assistant to boost power play

Colorado sports notes: Avalanche add former Kraken head coach Dave Hakstol as assistant to boost power play

The Colorado Avalanche added former Seattle head coach Dave Hakstol to their staff as an assistant to boost a power-play unit that struggled in the postseason.

Community rallies to save Quad county baseball tournament after heavy rains

Community rallies to save Quad county baseball tournament after heavy rains

After heavy rains postponed the first round of the Quad County baseball tournaments in Neligh, a Facebook message rallied the community

Arizona State QB Leavitt and Texas Tech LB Rodriguez are preseason Big 12 players of year

Arizona State QB Leavitt and Texas Tech LB Rodriguez are preseason Big 12 players of year

Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt and Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez are the preseason Big 12 Conference players of the year.

Milford's Rautenberg, USA Volleyball capture gold at 2025 Pan American Cup in Canada

Milford's Rautenberg, USA Volleyball capture gold at 2025 Pan American Cup in Canada

Shayla Rautenberg of Milford is bringing a gold medal back to Nebraska after she and the Team USA U19 squad captured the gold medal at this year's Pan American Cup in Canada.

Rockies beat White Sox 6-4 to avoid sweep in series between majors' worst teams

Rockies beat White Sox 6-4 to avoid sweep in series between majors' worst teams

Mickey Moniak finished a double shy of a cycle, Michael Toglia hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the fifth inning and the Colorado Rockies beat the Chicago White Sox 6-4 on Sunday to avoid a sweep in a series between the two worst teams in the majors.

Estrada hits 2-run homer, drives in 4 in Rockies' 7-6 victory over Astros

Estrada hits 2-run homer, drives in 4 in Rockies' 7-6 victory over Astros

Thairo Estrada hit a two-run homer in the first inning and drove in four runs to help the Colorado Rockies beat the Houston Astros 7-6 on Thursday.

NCAA's House settlement era begins, shaking up college athletics as some schools opt out

NCAA's House settlement era begins, shaking up college athletics as some schools opt out

The NCAA’s House settlement era has launched, with athletic programs across the country free to start paying millions to their athletes in the biggest change in the history of college athletics.

WNCC soccer camp set for July 14-16

WNCC soccer camp set for July 14-16

There are just two weeks before the all-new Western Nebraska Community College Elite Cougar Soccer Camp that will be held July 14-16 at Landers Soccer Complex.

Sidney Juniors Roar Past Chadron for Fifth Straight Win

Sidney Juniors Roar Past Chadron for Fifth Straight Win

Connor Schumacher gave up three runs on two hits in the top of the first inning Tuesday night against the Chadron Juniors at Legion Field. The right hander then did not allow a hit over his next four innings to lead the Sidney Juniors to an 11-3 win.

Louisville/Weeping Water Hangs On for 6-4 Win Over Nebraska City in Legion Baseball

Louisville/Weeping Water Hangs On for 6-4 Win Over Nebraska City in Legion Baseball

LOUISVILLE, NE - In a Tuesday night matchup between Post 8 Wehling Insurance Nebraska City and Post 353/237 Louisville/Weeping Water, it was Louisville/Weeping Water that escaped trouble early and took advantage of key opportunities for a 6-4 win

Nets trading Cam Johnson to Nuggets for Michael Porter Jr. and draft pick, AP source says

Nets trading Cam Johnson to Nuggets for Michael Porter Jr. and draft pick, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the details says the Brooklyn Nets are trading Cam Johnson to the Denver Nuggets for Michael Porter Jr. and a first-round pick.

Rockies tie it on Arcia's homer in ninth, beat Brewers 4-3 in 11

Rockies tie it on Arcia's homer in ninth, beat Brewers 4-3 in 11

Orlando Arcia hit a tying home run with two outs in the ninth inning, Kyle Farmer drove in the go-ahead run with a single in the 11th and the Colorado Rockies beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 on Sunday.

Rare disease cost a Nebraska woman her leg. Now she’s competing for a national golf championship.

Rare disease cost a Nebraska woman her leg. Now she’s competing for a national golf championship.

In Mandi Sedlak’s world, everything seems to fit. Even in her worst moments.

Record-Breaking Thrower Barrett Wilke Pledges to Huskers Track & Field

Record-Breaking Thrower Barrett Wilke Pledges to Huskers Track & Field

One of Nebraska’s most dominant high school throwers is headed to compete for the Huskers

Jaggers leads Sidney to 14-1 win over Westco (Scottsbluff)

Jaggers leads Sidney to 14-1 win over Westco (Scottsbluff)

Kyle Jaggers struck out 8 and drove in 2 as Sidney rolled past Westco (Scottsbluf) 14-1 in 5 innings Thursday night.

Tecumseh follows up on conference championship with win over Elmwood-Murdock

Tecumseh follows up on conference championship with win over Elmwood-Murdock

B103 FM covers legion baseball as Nebraska City travels to Louisville July 1

Photos: Border Softball League Tournament Championship Games in Sidney

Photos: Border Softball League Tournament Championship Games in Sidney

Photos from the 9-12 Championship Game between Sidney and Chase County and the 13-16 Championship Game between Sedgwick County and Haxtun.

Jalen Little named Chadron State head women's basketball coach

Jalen Little named Chadron State head women's basketball coach

Chadron State College and athletic director Mannie Reinsch have announced the hiring of Jalen Little to lead the CSC women's basketball program as head coach.

Former Kearney pitcher speaks on commitment to Texas

Former Kearney pitcher speaks on commitment to Texas

A Kearney High Graduate and Texas baseball transfer recently opened up about his decision to join the longhorns.

Nebraska's Top High School Golfers Tee Off in Kearney

Nebraska's Top High School Golfers Tee Off in Kearney

The 23rd annual Nebraska Lions All Star Golf Tournament is underway at Meadowlark Hills in Kearney, with 60 golfers competing to see who’s the best.

Colorado sports notes: Nuggets revamp front office by promoting Ben Tenzer, bring in Jonathan Wallace from Timberwolves

Colorado sports notes: Nuggets revamp front office by promoting Ben Tenzer, bring in Jonathan Wallace from Timberwolves

The Denver Nuggets revamped their front office Monday by promoting interim general manager Ben Tenzer to executive vice president of basketball operations and bringing in Minnesota’s Jonathan Wallace to serve as the executive VP of basketball operations.

LSU sweeps Coastal Carolina, claims eighth national title

LSU sweeps Coastal Carolina, claims eighth national title

The Tigers won their second national championship in three years Sunday with a 5-3 victory in the College World Series finals.

Border League Softball Tournaments begin in Sidney Monday

Border League Softball Tournaments begin in Sidney Monday

Double elimination softball starts Monday in Sidney. Border League tourneys for 12U and 16U teams run June 23–25. Public is invited to come cheer on the local girls in Legion Park.

Photos: Sidney swim meet

Photos: Sidney swim meet

The Sidney Swim Team held their home at the Sidney Aquatic Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Congratulations to all the competitors from across the region.

Nebraska panhandle club volleyball teams compete in Orlando

Nebraska panhandle club volleyball teams compete in Orlando

Two Nebraska panhandle-based volleyball clubs competed at nationals in Orlando.

Anderson's complete game leads LSU to game one victory

Anderson's complete game leads LSU to game one victory

A complete game shutout by LSU starting pitcher Kade Anderson has the Tigers one win away from another Men's College World Series title. 

Sidney Juniors & Seniors Notch Wins Over Bridgeport

Sidney Juniors & Seniors Notch Wins Over Bridgeport

The Sidney Platte Valley Company Post 17 Juniors and Seniors notched decisive wins over the Bridgeport Bombers Post 29, on a 96-degree night, at Sidney’s Legion Field on Friday.

From Filley to Philadelphia...former BHS football star, now Eagles starting center, gets his name on field

From Filley to Philadelphia...former BHS football star, now Eagles starting center, gets his name on field

Cam Jurgens played football, basketball and competed in track and field for Beatrice High School

Photos: The perfect excuse to play outside

Photos: The perfect excuse to play outside

Photos from the Cheyenne County Community Center Adult Softball League on Thursday, June 19, 2025.

Nationals stop 11-game skid as Wood hits second 2-run homer in 11th for 4-3 win over Rockies

Nationals stop 11-game skid as Wood hits second 2-run homer in 11th for 4-3 win over Rockies

James Wood hit a pair of two-run homers, including a game-winning shot in the 11th inning, and the Washington Nationals snapped their 11-game losing streak with a 4-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies.

Coastal Carolina is in CWS finals, and retired coach Gary Gilmore is happy to watch from afar

Coastal Carolina is in CWS finals, and retired coach Gary Gilmore is happy to watch from afar

Coastal Carolina has won 26 straight games and is in the finals of the College World Series.

East team ambitious to snap three-game skid in Sertoma 8-man football all-star game

East team ambitious to snap three-game skid in Sertoma 8-man football all-star game

The East team is looking to defeat the West team in the Sertoma 8-man football All-Star Classic for the first time since 2021.

LSU capitalizes on big break in 9th for a 6-5 walk-off win over Arkansas for CWS finals berth

LSU capitalizes on big break in 9th for a 6-5 walk-off win over Arkansas for CWS finals berth

Jared Jones hit a line drive that glanced off a glove for the winning run moments after LSU got a big break to tie the game, and the Tigers posted a 6-5 walk-off victory over SEC rival Arkansas to advance to the College World Series finals.

West team gearing up for 48th annual Sertoma 8-man football All-Star Classic

West team gearing up for 48th annual Sertoma 8-man football All-Star Classic

From all the way out in the panhandle to southeast Nebraska, the best 8-man football athletes from all across the state are aiming to get one more win in their high school careers.

QB Jett Thomalla of Millard South commits to Alabama

QB Jett Thomalla of Millard South commits to Alabama

A Nebraska high school quarterback is committing to one of the top college football programs in the nation.

CWS notes: Arkansas’ Wood pitches third no-hitter in CWS history, gets 19 strikeouts against Murray State

CWS notes: Arkansas’ Wood pitches third no-hitter in CWS history, gets 19 strikeouts against Murray State

Arkansas’ Gage Wood pitched the third no-hitter in College World Series history and first in 65 years, striking out a record 19 and never letting Murray State come close to getting a hit in the Razorbacks’ 3-0 victory.

ESPN's 'SportsCenter' is coming to Nebraska

ESPN's 'SportsCenter' is coming to Nebraska

David Lloyd with ESPN will be making an appearance at the Cornhusker State Games on July 15.

McMahon hits go-ahead homer in 7th as Rockies beat Holmes and Braves 10-1

McMahon hits go-ahead homer in 7th as Rockies beat Holmes and Braves 10-1

Ryan McMahon hit a go-ahead home run in the seventh and the Colorado Rockies overcame Grant Holmes’ 15-strikeout performance to beat the Atlanta Braves 10-1 and avoid a series sweep.

Coastal Carolina's unbeaten Jacob Morrison comes back from Tommy John surgery to dominate on mound

Coastal Carolina's unbeaten Jacob Morrison comes back from Tommy John surgery to dominate on mound

Coastal Carolina coach Kevin Schnall likes to say his baseball team’s mantra is to stay hungry and humble.

Milford's Shayla Rautenberg named to USA Volleyball Pan Am Cup U19 Team

Milford's Shayla Rautenberg named to USA Volleyball Pan Am Cup U19 Team

Shayla Rautenberg, rising sophomore at Milford, will represent USA Volleyball at the NORCECA Pan American Cup in Canada later this month.

Nebraska High School Rodeo: National Qualifiers 2025

Nebraska High School Rodeo: National Qualifiers 2025

VALENTINE, Neb. — Dozens of Nebraska cowboys and cowgirls are heading to the National High School Rodeo Finals next month.

Super Bowl champion Cam Jurgens takes part in Pickrell Picnic

Super Bowl champion Cam Jurgens takes part in Pickrell Picnic

This Saturday, the Philadelphia Eagles starting center enter returned to his hometown for the annual Pickrell Picnic.

Arkansas' Cam Kozeal comes back to his hometown to make some more College World Series memories

Arkansas' Cam Kozeal comes back to his hometown to make some more College World Series memories

Arkansas’ Cam Kozeal was a top 150 prospect for the Major League Baseball amateur draft two years ago, but pro ball was always going to have to wait.

All star volleyball game shines at Veteran's Memorial Park

All star volleyball game shines at Veteran's Memorial Park

"Volleyball Day in Norfolk" brought out an exciting crowd at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Norfolk. With a hard fought battle between the Dark and Light Team, Dark team won 3-2 in five sets.

Final Friday Night Lights: Red and White teams ready for Northeast Nebraska All-Star Game

Final Friday Night Lights: Red and White teams ready for Northeast Nebraska All-Star Game

Watch the Northeast Nebraska All-Star Football Classic at 7:00 p.m. Friday on News Channel Nebraska.

Organizers prepare for inaugural Volleyball Day in Norfolk, featuring volleyball court on baseball field

Organizers prepare for inaugural Volleyball Day in Norfolk, featuring volleyball court on baseball field

Volleyball enthusiasts, mark your calendars! Friday, June 13, promises a unique spectacle as Norfolk hosts its first-ever "Volleyball Day," a potentially once-in-a-lifetime event set to unfold at Veterans Memorial Park.

House of Orange field to be dedicated to Cam Jurgens next week

House of Orange field to be dedicated to Cam Jurgens next week

Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Champion and Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens is getting a special honor from his alma mater. 

Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford to fight in Las Vegas for unified super middleweight title

Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford to fight in Las Vegas for unified super middleweight title

Boxing's most-anticipated fight in years, Canelo Alvarez against Terence Crawford, will be in Las Vegas on Sept. 13 after much speculation that it would take place in Saudi Arabia.

Broncos and running back J.K. Dobbins agree to a one-year deal

Broncos and running back J.K. Dobbins agree to a one-year deal

Free agent running back J.K. Dobbins has agreed to a one-year contract with the Denver Broncos.