The American Red Cross says they are teetering on a blood shortage this winter which could lead to a disruption in lifesaving care. Donors are being urged to make an appointment to give blood or platelets as soon as possible. The cause for the sup'... Read More

BROKEN BOW, Neb – The Jennie M. Melham Memorial Medical Center is proud to announce the acquisition of Central Nebraska Medical Clinic (CNMC), effective January 1, 2026. The new partners are excited to take this step forward in ensuring continued a'... Read More

KEARNEY— CHI Health Good Samaritan has welcomed the arrival of its first baby of 2026—a girl! Harlow Maxine Briggs was born at 10:31 pm on January 1, 2026, weighing 8 pounds and measured 20 ½ inches long, marking a joyful start to the new year '... Read More

The year 2025 has come and gone and visitors were active on their computers, phones, and tablets yet again on SandhillsExpress.com. The year had news, weather, and sports events that had the area intrigued, impassioned, and sympathetic. We at KCNI/KB'... Read More

Quilts of Valor quilter Deb Bryner was privileged to present a Quilt she made to Ramon (Ray) Oeltjen on Saturday afternoon, December 27. Oeltjen was also awarded the 50th Anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War pin. The presentation was at the home'... Read More

Applications for multispecies Super Tag and Combo lottery permits will be accepted by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission beginning Jan. 2, 2026. The Super Tag lottery permit will be valid for one elk of either sex, one antelope of either sex, '... Read More

(Custer County, NE) The Custer County Foundation reviewed grant requests for the period ending October 31, 2025, and are awarding a total of $66,054.00 to 14 Custer County organizations. “It’s always an exciting time when we get to announce ou'... Read More

Students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln have created a pilot program for the Lymphoma Research Foundation they hope will raise awareness about the disease among young adults. They are trying to bring the program to other campuses nationwide'... Read More

The Nebraska Association of County Officials (NACO) recently hosted its 131st Annual Conference in Kearney, NE. The conference was held December 17-19 and brought together county leaders from across the state to discuss key issues facing local govern'... Read More

Start the new year by getting outdoors and participating in First Day Hikes at Nebraska’s state parks Jan. 1. These annual guided hikes give you the chance to explore trails, snap photos, watch wildlife and participate in any planned activities.'... Read More

Fireworks are legal to welcome the year 2026 in several communities across the region and the state, but the current dry condition of the landscape is a concern that is looming in the minds of many when it comes to sparks that can ignite. The Broken'... Read More

The Custer County Supervisors met in regular session Tuesday morning at 9:00 AM, December 30 at the Custer County Courthouse in Broken Bow. All members of the Supervisors were present, including new District 3 Supervisor Clay Govier. Lengthy Discu'... Read More

LINCOLN, Neb.— A confirmed measles case in Platte County has been reported to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. The patient is an unvaccinated child with an out-of-state travel history in Arizona. Due to privacy, no further indi'... Read More

Private pesticide training will be held for farmers and ranchers who need to renew their certified private pesticide applicator’s license or anyone who wants to become certified. Private Applicator Certification and Licensing is required for anyone'... Read More