A young woman, Ellie Anna Newbrey, is missing from Gothenburg, possibly with Ryan Chessmore. Local election updates show significant leads for candidates Ricketts, Pillen, and Smith.
Wednesday May 13 2026 – Scanner News
Monday May 11 2026 – Scanner News
(SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb.) -- Today's updates include burn advisories, gratitude for law enforcement during Police Week, High Plains Market's grand opening, fundraising for the Nile Theater, Pioneers bus vandalism, and job opportunities at Oregon Trail Days.
Friday May 8 2026 – Scanner News
Horizon Music Fest announces the headliner reveal today. The Nile Theater seeks community donations for a new movie server. A nationwide cyber attack on educational institutions is reported, with a group demanding ransom to prevent data leaks. Follow updates online.
Thursday May 7 2026 – Scanner News
During Public Service Recognition Week, we celebrate police departments for their dedication and service. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, highlighting the heightened suicide risk for autistic individuals. Congratulations to Mike Nuss and Don Helberg on their Hall of Fame inductions. The Annual Letter Carriers Food Drive is on May 9th.
Wednesday May 6 2026 – Scanner News
(GERING, Neb.) -- The Nebraska Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court decision to try Corey Rotherham as an adult. Rotherham, now 17, was 16 at the time of the incident and had requested his case to be moved to juvenile court.
Tuesday May 5 2026 – Scanner News
A winter-like snowstorm is expected to bring 2 to 6 inches of snow to Nebraska and Wyoming, prompting travel caution due to slick roads. The weather has led to some cancellations, including a junior high track meet. I-80 in Wyoming is closed.
Monday May 4 2026 – Scanner News
(LUSK, Wyo) -- On Friday night, scanner traffic indicated a horrific car crash that required Airlink. The location was Lusk, Wyoming and the report was a T-bone accident with a semi. Our prayers and condolences go to the families of the three souls that were lost in the accident.
Friday May 1 2026 – Scanner News
(GERING, Neb.) -- Another swatting incident took place in the Panhandle yesterday. This one, Gering High School was the target.
Thursday April 30 2026 – Scanner News
Hay Springs Schools canceled classes on April 30th due to widespread illness among staff and students. A music concert will be rescheduled. Meanwhile, a 14-year-old girl was injured by a horse in Harrison, prompting a medical response. Additionally, a bomb threat at Sidney Walmart was confirmed as a hoax, causing temporary closure.