Pony Express Re-ride 2026 passes by Sidney

Nearly 2,000 mile ride from St. Joseph, Mo.

June 19, 2026Updated: June 19, 2026

By Forrest Hershberger

UNMC names H. Dele Davies as next chancellor

UNMC names H. Dele Davies as next chancellor

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

Dan Osborn submits signatures to qualify for Nebraska Senate ballot

Dan Osborn submits signatures to qualify for Nebraska Senate ballot

Water emergency declared in Genoa after main break

Water emergency declared in Genoa after main break

Family mourns father who drowned at Fremont State Lakes

Family mourns father who drowned at Fremont State Lakes

State

Brain Injury Survivor Set for Final Football Game in Sertoma All-Star Classic

UNK Students Get Inside Look at Rural Healthcare

Pony Express Re-ride 2026 passes by Sidney

Downtown Sounds

Fire consumes semi-truck east of Sidney

Approved in Nebraska, severe storm emergency declaration now heads to D.C.

Sports

East Team Seeks Repeat Victory in Sertoma 8-Man Classic

Field day aims to excite kids in Fairbury about a future in football

West Team Looking for Redemption in Sertoma 8-Man Classic

UNK grad Ayami Sato earned her place – and GOAT status – in the NBA

Northeastern Junior College Announces Addition of Beach Volleyball for 2026–2027 Academic Year

Sidney Seniors Top Gordon 8-3 to Stay Unbeaten

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey