Suicide Rate Highest among farmers and ranchers

By Chris DocterSince 2008, September has been recognized as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. It is a time to acknowledge those affected by suicide, raise awareness, and connect individuals with suicidal ideation to treatment services.

Valentine Livestock Auction hits all time high

By Chris DocterCattle prices around the country have been climbing to record heights and locally things are no different. In fact, at the Valentine, Nebraska Livestock Auction held on Thursday, September 4, two records were smashed, including both 7 an 8 weight cattle.

Grass Fire torches 142 acres in Allen

By Chris DocterAt approximately 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25, the Martin Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a grass fire at Allen.Although the fire danger was low, the fire burned well and at times the flames reached 4-5 feet in length.

Kenny and Beverly Hines offer a glimpse of the past 90 years in Bennett County

By Chris DocterBennett County is rich with history. As years pass, the stories that have built the town slowly die off with those who have lived them. It isn’t often that 90 years of history opens up and presents itself for all to experience.

2025 Beef Quiz Bowl Competition Held During Fair

Two very competitive Beef Quiz Bowl Teams competed for the championship title on August 8th after the Beef Show at the Bennett County Fair. Team A – Novotny Team consisted of Alison Novotny as captain with team members Josie Tish, Louis Novotny, and Wyatt Huber.

Expanded ‘Move Over’ Law Takes Effect July 1 to Increase Roadside Safety

OLHA Ground Breaking Ceremony held Friday

By Chris DocterA ground breaking ceremony for the new Oglala Lakota Housing Project was held last Friday, June 20, at the build site just east of the Sunrise Housing Project.