Trump threatens 50% tariff on Canadian automobiles, car parts and steel starting Jan 1 as trade rift with Ottawa deepens

Trump threatens 50% tariff on Canadian automobiles, car parts and steel starting Jan 1 as trade rift with Ottawa deepens

August 24, 2026Updated: August 24, 2026
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Valentine police ask residents to keep goats out of city limits

Valentine police aren't dealing with a goat problem, but one goat in a backyard recently gave the police department a reason to remind residents about the city's livestock ordinance—with a little humor.

UNK faculty members honored for excellence in teaching, service and scholarship 

Three University of Nebraska at Kearney faculty members were recognized Friday for excellence in teaching, service and scholarship and research. Michelle Beissel Heath, Julie Campbell and Janet Graham received the prestigious Pratt-Heins Faculty Awards during the annual Faculty/Staff Convocation on campus. Each honoree received a plaque and $2,000. 

Community volleyball season starts August 27

More than 50 third- through sixth-grade girls are preparing for the start of the Cheyenne County Community Center's youth volleyball season following a two-day skills camp led by the Sidney High School volleyball program. Youth league practices begin Monday, Aug. 24, with matches starting Thursday, Aug. 27.

Everly Brothers tribute artists will rock Sidney audience

The High Plains Arts Council is bringing The Everly Set to Sidney to open their 2026-2027 season 7 p.m. September 14. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, $5 for students (including WNCC), and children under 5 are free.

987 The Big Boy launches 'Workin' 9 to 5' contest with $1,000 grand prize

Listeners of 987 The Big Boy will have multiple chances each weekday to cash in during the station's new "Workin' 9 to 5" contest, featuring a $1,000 grand prize.

WNCC volleyball falls twice at Reiver Invite

The Western Nebraska Community College volleyball team opened the season with two hard-fought matches at the Reiver Invite on Friday in Council Bluffs, Iowa. WNCC wrapped up the invite on Saturday facing Jefferson College and then College of Southern Idaho. The Cougars opened the invite falling to Dodge City Community College and then lost to the host squad Iowa Western Community College.