LINCOLN&nbsp; — Over the Independence Day weekend, Nebraska State Troopers will be working overtime to keep Nebraska roads safe. The Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) joins agencies throughout the state to focus on drunk driving enforcement this weekend.

“Like many aspects of daily life lately, Independence Day celebrations may happen in different ways this year,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “However you plan to celebrate American independence, all people should include a sober driver in those plans.”

NSP’s Independence Day impaired driving enforcement is made possible thanks in part to a grant for $17,700 from the Nebraska Department of Transportation – Highway Safety Office. The enforcement effort, which runs from Friday, July 3, through Sunday, July 5, will include high-visibility patrols and collaboration with local law enforcement agencies.

Alcohol-related crashes have been on the decline in Nebraska in recent years. Alcohol was a factor in 21% of roadways fatalities in Nebraska in 2019, which was the lowest percentage in the last decade.

“Several factors have played into the positive trend regarding drunk driving in Nebraska,” said Colonel Bolduc. “From active enforcement efforts, to engaging awareness and safety programs, to the increase in ride-share options, all of us have a role to play in keeping our roads safe. Let’s keep the trend moving in the right direction.”

LINCOLN&nbsp; — Over the Independence Day weekend, Nebraska State Troopers will be working overtime to keep Nebraska roads safe. The Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) joins agencies throughout the state to focus on drunk driving enforcement this weekend.“Like many aspects of daily life lately, Independence Day celebrations may happen in different ways this year,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “However you plan to celebrate American independence, all people should include a sober driver in those plans.”NSP’s Independence Day impaired driving enforcement is made possible thanks in part to a grant for $17,700 from the Nebraska Department of Transportation – Highway Safety Office. The enforcement effort, which runs from Friday, July 3, through Sunday, July 5, will include high-visibility patrols and collaboration with local law enforcement agencies.Alcohol-related crashes have been on the decline in Nebraska in recent years. Alcohol was a factor in 21% of roadways fatalities in Nebraska in 2019, which was the lowest percentage in the last decade.“Several factors have played into the positive trend regarding drunk driving in Nebraska,” said Colonel Bolduc. “From active enforcement efforts, to engaging awareness and safety programs, to the increase in ride-share options, all of us have a role to play in keeping our roads safe. Let’s keep the trend moving in the right direction.”

Troopers watching for impaired drivers over Independence Day

The annual Alliance firework show is on Saturday, July 4.&nbsp;

Alliance Jaycees will once again provide the firework show at Laing Lake. The show will begin at dusk.&nbsp;

Panhandle Public Health District is reminding all panhandle residents&nbsp;to enjoy the holiday safely and to continue the following COVID-19 safety precautions when celebrating:

· Stay at least six feet away from others. Exposure is considered less than six feet for 15 minutes or more. Social distancing is one of the best prevention strategies we have against this virus.

· Wear a mask when social distancing is not possible or when in public spaces or areas.

· Frequent handwashing or sanitizing is critical.

· Monitor your symptoms and immediately call your doctor, clinic, or our 24/7 line at 308-262-5764 before going anywhere if you are experiencing any of the following: cough, fever, shortness of breath, sore throat, body chills, headache, loss of taste or smell, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.

· Please use extra caution if you are over 60 or have any underlying health conditions.

By Kalin Krohe, Panhandle PostThe annual Alliance firework show is on Saturday, July 4.&nbsp;Alliance Jaycees will once again provide the firework show at Laing Lake. The show will begin at dusk.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Panhandle Public Health District is reminding all panhandle residents&nbsp;to enjoy the holiday safely and to continue the following COVID-19 safety precautions when celebrating:· Stay at least six feet away from others. Exposure is considered less than six feet for 15 minutes or more. Social distancing is one of the best prevention strategies we have against this virus.· Wear a mask when social distancing is not possible or when in public spaces or areas.· Frequent handwashing or sanitizing is critical.· Monitor your symptoms and immediately call your doctor, clinic, or our 24/7 line at 308-262-5764 before going anywhere if you are experiencing any of the following: cough, fever, shortness of breath, sore throat, body chills, headache, loss of taste or smell, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.· Please use extra caution if you are over 60 or have any underlying health conditions.

Alliance Jaycees firework show set for July 4

PIERRE, S.D. (AP) — South Dakota’s new ‘move over’ driving law has gone into effect. It increased the minimum fine for violators from $122.50 to $270. 

If a driver fails to move over on the roadway and causes a crash with an emergency vehicle, the offense is now a Class 1 misdemeanor. 

 Another provision requires drivers to move over for vehicles that use an authorized blue light while working along a highway. 

Moving over still applies for emergency vehicle with flashing amber lights. And, all traffic must still stop for emergency vehicles with flashing red lights.&nbsp; &nbsp;

PIERRE, S.D. (AP) — South Dakota’s new ‘move over’ driving law has gone into effect. It increased the minimum fine for violators from $122.50 to $270. If a driver fails to move over on the roadway and causes a crash with an emergency vehicle, the offense is now a Class 1 misdemeanor. Another provision requires drivers to move over for vehicles that use an authorized blue light while working along a highway. Moving over still applies for emergency vehicle with flashing amber lights. And, all traffic must still stop for emergency vehicles with flashing red lights.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Fine for drivers failing to move over increase in SD

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska voters will likely get the chance to vote on a measure to legalize medical marijuana, based on the number of petition signatures that campaign organizers are submitting to state officials. 

Organizers of the Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana campaign say they’ve gathered 182,000 signatures from all 93 counties to allow the drug for medicinal use. 

To qualify for the ballot, the campaign needed to turn in more than 121,000 valid signatures, representing more than 10% of the voters in the state. 

A separate campaign to legalize casino gambling at Nebraska horse-racing tracks is also expected to present signatures to state officials Thursday to place that issue on the ballot.

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska voters will likely get the chance to vote on a measure to legalize medical marijuana, based on the number of petition signatures that campaign organizers are submitting to state officials. Organizers of the Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana campaign say they’ve gathered 182,000 signatures from all 93 counties to allow the drug for medicinal use. To qualify for the ballot, the campaign needed to turn in more than 121,000 valid signatures, representing more than 10% of the voters in the state. A separate campaign to legalize casino gambling at Nebraska horse-racing tracks is also expected to present signatures to state officials Thursday to place that issue on the ballot.

Nebraska medical marijuana measure likely to make ballot

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-Nebraskaland Days has announced that Luke Combs will be coming to North Platte in 2021.

Combs was originally slated to be a headliner at this year's concert series which was canceled due to coronavirus concerns.

Nebraskaland Days made the announcement on their Twitter page:

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-Nebraskaland Days has announced that Luke Combs will be coming to North Platte in 2021.Combs was originally slated to be a headliner at this year's concert series which was canceled due to coronavirus concerns.Nebraskaland Days made the announcement on their Twitter page:<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/lukecombs?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@lukecombs</a> has rescheduled his Wild West Arena appearance for June 25, 2021. <a href="https://t.co/gP3mCtC4SK">pic.twitter.com/gP3mCtC4SK</a>&mdash; NEBRASKAland DAYS (@NEBRASKAlandDAY) <a href="https://twitter.com/NEBRASKAlandDAY/status/1278343411716800517?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 1, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>

Nebraskaland Days reschedules Luke Combs concert for 2021

Independence Day has been an official holiday in the United States since Congress declared it a federal holiday in 1870. Panhandle residents will barbecue, camp, fish, swim, watch fireworks, and more to celebrate our nation’s independence. With decreased restrictions in effect, public health urges Panhandle residents to enjoy the holiday safely and to continue the following COVID-19 safety precautions when celebrating:

The National Safety Council recommends leaving the fireworks to the professionals and not using them at home due to the high risk of injury. But if fireworks are a part of your celebration, please ensure that you are following these safety measures:

· Never allow young children to handle fireworks

· Older children should use them only under close adult supervision

· Never use fireworks while impaired by drugs or alcohol

· Anyone using fireworks or standing nearby should wear protective eyewear

· Never hold lighted fireworks in your hands

· Only use them away from people, houses, and flammable material

· Never point or throw fireworks at another person

· Only light one device at a time and maintain a safe distance after lighting

· Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning fireworks

· Soak both spent and unused fireworks in water for a few hours before discarding

· Keep a bucket of water nearby to fully extinguish fireworks that don't go off or in case of fire

Testing opportunities for the week of July 6:

· Chadron Community Hospital: Mondays &amp; Fridays, 7-9am o Testnebraska.com

· Community Action Health Center in Gering: Mondays, Wednesdays, &amp; Fridays, 7-8am o https://tinyurl.com/y7msahzq

· Morrill County Community Hospital: Daily

o Call for testing, insurance will be billed

· Contact your local hospital or clinic for information on testing access.

Unified Command confirms nine more cases of COVID-19 in the Panhandle:

Close contact and exposure are defined as at least 15 minutes, less than six feet apart. There are no community exposure sites identified. The investigations are complete, all close contacts will be quarantined and actively monitored twice daily for fever and respiratory symptoms by public health officials.

Twelve new recoveries have been announced, two in Cheyenne County, four in Sioux County, and six in Scotts Bluff County, bringing the total recoveries to 198.

• Banner County: 2 case (1 active, 1 recovered)

• Box Butte County: 3 cases (recovered)

• Cheyenne County: 20 cases (5 active, 15 recovered)

• Dawes County: 4 cases (2 active, 2 recovered)

• Kimball County: 12 cases (2 active, 10 recovered)

• Morrill County: 41 cases (27 active, 14 recovered)

• Scotts Bluff County: 215 cases (69 active, 143 recovered, 3 deaths)

Panhandle Public Health District, Region 21, 22, and 23 Emergency Management, and Scotts Bluff County Health Department are working as a unified command on this evolving situation. Essential updates will be regularly communicated to the public and community partners.

For the most up to date information from the CDC, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.

Panhandle Public Health District is working together to improve the health, safety, and quality of life for all who live, learn, work, and play in the Panhandle. Our vision is that we are a healthier and safer Panhandle Community. Visit our website www.pphd.org.

By PPHDIndependence Day has been an official holiday in the United States since Congress declared it a federal holiday in 1870. Panhandle residents will barbecue, camp, fish, swim, watch fireworks, and more to celebrate our nation’s independence. With decreased restrictions in effect, public health urges Panhandle residents to enjoy the holiday safely and to continue the following COVID-19 safety precautions when celebrating:· Stay at least six feet away from others. Exposure is considered less than six feet for 15 minutes or more. Social distancing is one of the best prevention strategies we have against this virus.· Wear a mask when social distancing is not possible or when in public spaces or areas.· Frequent handwashing or sanitizing is critical.· Monitor your symptoms and immediately call your doctor, clinic, or our 24/7 line at 308-262-5764 before going anywhere if you are experiencing any of the following: cough, fever, shortness of breath, sore throat, body chills, headache, loss of taste or smell, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.· Please use extra caution if you are over 60 or have any underlying health conditions.The National Safety Council recommends leaving the fireworks to the professionals and not using them at home due to the high risk of injury. But if fireworks are a part of your celebration, please ensure that you are following these safety measures:· Never allow young children to handle fireworks· Older children should use them only under close adult supervision· Never use fireworks while impaired by drugs or alcohol· Anyone using fireworks or standing nearby should wear protective eyewear· Never hold lighted fireworks in your hands· Never light them indoors· Only use them away from people, houses, and flammable material· Never point or throw fireworks at another person· Only light one device at a time and maintain a safe distance after lighting· Never ignite devices in a container· Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning fireworks· Soak both spent and unused fireworks in water for a few hours before discarding· Keep a bucket of water nearby to fully extinguish fireworks that don't go off or in case of fire· Never use illegal fireworksTesting opportunities for the week of July 6:· Chadron Community Hospital: Mondays &amp; Fridays, 7-9am o Testnebraska.com· Community Action Health Center in Gering: Mondays, Wednesdays, &amp; Fridays, 7-8am o https://tinyurl.com/y7msahzq· Morrill County Community Hospital: Dailyo Call for testing, insurance will be billed· Contact your local hospital or clinic for information on testing access.Unified Command confirms nine more cases of COVID-19 in the Panhandle:<figure>
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 </figure>Close contact and exposure are defined as at least 15 minutes, less than six feet apart. There are no community exposure sites identified. The investigations are complete, all close contacts will be quarantined and actively monitored twice daily for fever and respiratory symptoms by public health officials.Twelve new recoveries have been announced, two in Cheyenne County, four in Sioux County, and six in Scotts Bluff County, bringing the total recoveries to 198.March 2-July 1, 2020Total Tests Conducted: 5,400Positive: 312Cumulative Positivity Rate: 5.6%Recovered: 198Active Cases: 111Active Hospitalizations: 2Total Cumulative Hospitalizations: 33Deaths: 3• Banner County: 2 case (1 active, 1 recovered)• Box Butte County: 3 cases (recovered)• Cheyenne County: 20 cases (5 active, 15 recovered)• Dawes County: 4 cases (2 active, 2 recovered)• Garden County: 4 cases (recovered)• Kimball County: 12 cases (2 active, 10 recovered)• Morrill County: 41 cases (27 active, 14 recovered)• Scotts Bluff County: 215 cases (69 active, 143 recovered, 3 deaths)• Sheridan County: 5 cases (active)• Sioux County: 6 cases (recovered)Panhandle Public Health District, Region 21, 22, and 23 Emergency Management, and Scotts Bluff County Health Department are working as a unified command on this evolving situation. Essential updates will be regularly communicated to the public and community partners.For the most up to date information from the CDC, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.Panhandle Public Health District is working together to improve the health, safety, and quality of life for all who live, learn, work, and play in the Panhandle. Our vision is that we are a healthier and safer Panhandle Community. Visit our website www.pphd.org.<figure>
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9 more cases announced, Panhandle total 312, active 111

The Box Butte County Fair Board recently met along with 4-H leaders and have decided to hold the 2020 fair as COVID-19 restrictions ease up. This year's theme is "Boots, Jeans, &amp; Nebraska Dreams."&nbsp;

The fair is scheduled for Aug. 2 - 9 at the Box Butte County fairgrounds in Hemingford.&nbsp;

Tickets are available at <a href="http://bbcofair.com">bbcofair.com</a> and the Box Butte County Fair Office.&nbsp;

Box Butte County Fair Board President Ron Henzler told Panhandle Post he's hoping virus restrictions continue to ease up and that the fair can have more than 25% attendance.&nbsp;

"We're thinking by August it'll be pretty decent," said Henzler. "We realize we had to go in accordance with what the CDC and the Govenor says for what we can do and can't do. There will be a lot of signage and we're going to try to spread people out if we have to. Try to distance as much as we can...we're hoping this all gets better and it won't be quite as bad as it is right now. If you're not content with what is happening then I guess don't attend. We don't want to keep anybody away, but at the same time we do need the attendance."

Henzler said if the virus doesn't get better the board will figure out other plans.&nbsp;

"The exhibitors can all follow through with their projects," Henzler added. "They've been working hard all year. That's one of the reasons we agreed to go ahead with this. You hate to see anybody not be able to show their animal or project."

Henzler said that for events held in the grandstands, the fair board is going to try to spread people out.

The main concert headliner will be country singer/songwriter Ned Ledoux. Other popular events like the demolition derby, Queen Contest, tractor pull, and more are currently planned. The fair will not have a carnival due to budget restrictions, but will have inflatables as in previous years.&nbsp;

"I really appreciate all the board members and the 4-H and FFA personnel," Henzler stated. "It just takes a tremendous amount of people to pull this all together. It's just a lot of people working together. I really feel...as far as Box Butte County goes...we are probably working even closer together than what we were before. We take a fair amount of pride in that."

By Kalin Krohe, Panhandle Post&nbsp;The Box Butte County Fair Board recently met along with 4-H leaders and have decided to hold the 2020 fair as COVID-19 restrictions ease up. This year's theme is "Boots, Jeans, &amp; Nebraska Dreams."&nbsp;The fair is scheduled for Aug. 2 - 9 at the Box Butte County fairgrounds in Hemingford.&nbsp;Tickets are available at <a href="http://bbcofair.com">bbcofair.com</a> and the Box Butte County Fair Office.&nbsp;Box Butte County Fair Board President Ron Henzler told Panhandle Post he's hoping virus restrictions continue to ease up and that the fair can have more than 25% attendance.&nbsp;"We're thinking by August it'll be pretty decent," said Henzler. "We realize we had to go in accordance with what the CDC and the Govenor says for what we can do and can't do. There will be a lot of signage and we're going to try to spread people out if we have to. Try to distance as much as we can...we're hoping this all gets better and it won't be quite as bad as it is right now. If you're not content with what is happening then I guess don't attend. We don't want to keep anybody away, but at the same time we do need the attendance."Henzler said if the virus doesn't get better the board will figure out other plans.&nbsp;"The exhibitors can all follow through with their projects," Henzler added. "They've been working hard all year. That's one of the reasons we agreed to go ahead with this. You hate to see anybody not be able to show their animal or project."Henzler said that for events held in the grandstands, the fair board is going to try to spread people out.The main concert headliner will be country singer/songwriter Ned Ledoux. Other popular events like the demolition derby, Queen Contest, tractor pull, and more are currently planned. The fair will not have a carnival due to budget restrictions, but will have inflatables as in previous years.&nbsp;"I really appreciate all the board members and the 4-H and FFA personnel," Henzler stated. "It just takes a tremendous amount of people to pull this all together. It's just a lot of people working together. I really feel...as far as Box Butte County goes...we are probably working even closer together than what we were before. We take a fair amount of pride in that."Fair Schedule:&nbsp;<figure>
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Box Butte Co. fair to be held despite coronavirus

-Gaige Michael Lehl and Kacy Elizabeth Faber

-John Thomas Lore and Rickey Marie Mathewson

-Issac Paul Hart and Jazlyn McKay Hausmann

-Brady Joseph Brogan and Shelby Lynn Wodke

- Micah Daniel Scherbarth and Carly Rae Rushman

-Jordan Donald Haas and Lisa Marie Welsch

-Tristan Dale Heldenbrand and Brettini Marie Mills

-Nathan Andrew Nepper and Taylor Marie Williams

-Thomas Reid Elliott and Monique Renee Jensen

-Brandon Michael Burke and Brianna Lynn Thompson

-Caleb R Hatch and Kayla R Hatch, Finalized 5/11

-Amber D Krebs and Adam T Krebs, Finalized 5/25

-Tina Lulow and Jon P Lulow, Finalized 6/15

-Roman R Reina and Rebbeca A Reina, Finalized 6/22

-Trent Scofield and Lana K Scofield, Finalized 6/15

Marriages:&nbsp;-Gaige Michael Lehl and Kacy Elizabeth Faber-John Thomas Lore and Rickey Marie Mathewson-Gage Patrick Lulow and Felicia Kay Vela-Issac Paul Hart and Jazlyn McKay Hausmann-Brady Joseph Brogan and Shelby Lynn Wodke- Micah Daniel Scherbarth and Carly Rae Rushman-Jordan Donald Haas and Lisa Marie Welsch-Tristan Dale Heldenbrand and Brettini Marie Mills-Nathan Andrew Nepper and Taylor Marie Williams-Jacob Tyrell Stone and Bree Anne Evans-Thomas Reid Elliott and Monique Renee Jensen-Brandon Michael Burke and Brianna Lynn ThompsonDivorces:-Caleb R Hatch and Kayla R Hatch, Finalized 5/11-Amber D Krebs and Adam T Krebs, Finalized 5/25-Tina Lulow and Jon P Lulow, Finalized 6/15-Roman R Reina and Rebbeca A Reina, Finalized 6/22-Trent Scofield and Lana K Scofield, Finalized 6/15

Marriages, divorces May - June 2020

KEARNEY, Neb.-Police in Kearney say they have arrested a suspect in the armed robbery of a pizza deliver driver.

According to police, 26-year-old Jaimee Williams, Sr. has been arrested in connection with the armed robbery of a pizza delivery man which occurred on June 24 at 6 Boa Drive in Kearney.  

Police say Williams was arrested at approximately 11:00 p.m. last night without incident on suspicion of robbery and use of a weapon to commit a felony.  

Williams is being held at the Buffalo County Jail.  

The Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office assisted in this investigation. 

KEARNEY, Neb.-Police in Kearney are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Wednesday evening.

At approximately 8:26 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25, officers of the Kearney Police Department were called to the area of #6 Boa Drive in Northwest Kearney to investigate an armed robbery that had just occurred.  A 32-year-old man said that as he was attempting to deliver pizza, the customer would not answer the door.  As the delivery man returned to his vehicle, an unknown black male subject approached him with a handgun and demanded that he give him the money.  The male suspect took approximately $60 in cash from the pizza delivery man and the suspect was last observed running South from the parking lot. 

The suspect is described as being a black male, between the ages of twenty and twenty-five, approximately 5’9” – 5’11” tall.  At the time of the robbery, the suspect was wearing a white muscle shirt, dark colored pants, and he was wearing a dark colored baseball cap.  The suspect also had a dark colored bandana on his face that he had pulled up over his mouth.  He had long hair to the middle of his back in a dreadlock style.  The suspect was armed with a multi-colored handgun. 

The Kearney Police Department is continuing to investigate this case and is asking for the public’s help.  If you have any information about this case, you can contact the Kearney Police Department at (308) 237-2104, or Buffalo County Crimestoppers at (308) 237-3424.  You may also contact us by using the P2C website (p2c.kearneygov.org), or the See Something Send Something App.  

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 </figure>KEARNEY, Neb.-Police in Kearney say they have arrested a suspect in the armed robbery of a pizza deliver driver.According to police, 26-year-old Jaimee Williams, Sr. has been arrested in connection with the armed robbery of a pizza delivery man which occurred on June 24 at 6 Boa Drive in Kearney. Police say Williams was arrested at approximately 11:00 p.m. last night without incident on suspicion of robbery and use of a weapon to commit a felony. Williams is being held at the Buffalo County Jail. The Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office assisted in this investigation. ORIGINAL STORY:KEARNEY, Neb.-Police in Kearney are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Wednesday evening.At approximately 8:26 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25, officers of the Kearney Police Department were called to the area of #6 Boa Drive in Northwest Kearney to investigate an armed robbery that had just occurred. A 32-year-old man said that as he was attempting to deliver pizza, the customer would not answer the door. As the delivery man returned to his vehicle, an unknown black male subject approached him with a handgun and demanded that he give him the money. The male suspect took approximately $60 in cash from the pizza delivery man and the suspect was last observed running South from the parking lot. The suspect is described as being a black male, between the ages of twenty and twenty-five, approximately 5’9” – 5’11” tall. At the time of the robbery, the suspect was wearing a white muscle shirt, dark colored pants, and he was wearing a dark colored baseball cap. The suspect also had a dark colored bandana on his face that he had pulled up over his mouth. He had long hair to the middle of his back in a dreadlock style. The suspect was armed with a multi-colored handgun. The Kearney Police Department is continuing to investigate this case and is asking for the public’s help. If you have any information about this case, you can contact the Kearney Police Department at (308) 237-2104, or Buffalo County Crimestoppers at (308) 237-3424. You may also contact us by using the P2C website (p2c.kearneygov.org), or the See Something Send Something App.

Arrest made in armed robbery of pizza delivery driver in Kearney

Alliance– The City of Alliance Water Department would like to remind the community to practice water conservation during high temperature months. High water demand places a strain on the City’s water system. Residents are asked to water lawns in the early morning and less frequently, use a broom to clear walkways/driveways and refrain from faucets and other household items to run excessively. 

Please contact the Public Works Facility at (308) 762-1907 for more information or with questions on how you can practice water conservation. 

Alliance– The City of Alliance Water Department would like to remind the community to practice water conservation during high temperature months. High water demand places a strain on the City’s water system. Residents are asked to water lawns in the early morning and less frequently, use a broom to clear walkways/driveways and refrain from faucets and other household items to run excessively. Please contact the Public Works Facility at (308) 762-1907 for more information or with questions on how you can practice water conservation.

City of Alliance reminds community to practice water conservation 

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A new survey of business leaders released Wednesday suggests the economy has begun to recover as businesses reopened in the past month in nine Midwest and Plains states.

 But Creighton University economist Ernie Goss said the region's economy remains weaker than before the coronavirus outbreak began. And business leaders expect the economy to continue improving over the next six months. 

The region's overall index jumped into positive territory at 50.3 in June from May's 43.5. Any score above 50 suggests growth, while scores below 50 suggest decline. 

The monthly survey covers Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma and South Dakota.

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A new survey of business leaders released Wednesday suggests the economy has begun to recover as businesses reopened in the past month in nine Midwest and Plains states. But Creighton University economist Ernie Goss said the region's economy remains weaker than before the coronavirus outbreak began. And business leaders expect the economy to continue improving over the next six months. The region's overall index jumped into positive territory at 50.3 in June from May's 43.5. Any score above 50 suggests growth, while scores below 50 suggest decline. The monthly survey covers Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma and South Dakota.

Business leaders say area's economy improving with reopening

⚾| Alliance wins another wild one with 16 runs Wednesday; Legion recaps &amp; scores

Alliance JRs 16, Sheridan County 12

The bats got going early for both teams
in the first inning with Alliance taking an 8-4 lead after one frame.&nbsp; Alliance got singles from the first five
hitters to step up and a couple of doubles helped bring runs home in the
first. Sheridan County clawed back to within
10-8 in the fourth, but Alliance added five runs to go up 15-8 the next inning
and stay in front for good.

Leading the Alliance offense was Kellon Muhr who had a perfect 3/3 night with two RBIs and three runs scored.&nbsp; Mario Garcia had three hits.&nbsp; Five Spartans drove in two runs.

Sheridan County's Jace Freeseman paced the Regulator offense with three hits including a triple and Harley Bayne tabbed three RBIs.

The Regulators record slips to 6-5. Alliance is now 8-4.

The Sidney Juniors clipped Gering 6-5 withstanding a Gering comeback in the final inning.&nbsp; Trailing 6-3 in the seventh Gering drew a
walk, got to within 6-4 on an RBI triple, which was followed by an RBI double that made
it 6-5.&nbsp; With traffic still on the bases
Sidney wriggled off the hook on a grounder to end it.

Sidney's Micah Schneider was excellent on the mound with five innings of no-hit ball, but gave up two earned runs and walked five.&nbsp; Gering was able to scratch three runs off Sawyer Dickman before Ben Hashman came on to finish the final two outs.

Keagan Shifflet went the distance for Gering allowing ten hits in seven innings.&nbsp; The defense behind him had some struggles, giving up six errors.&nbsp; Fortunately, only one unearned run scored to keep Gering in the game.

Jacob Dowse led Sidney with two RBIs and Schneider had a 3/3 night at the dish with a run scored.

Gering's Ryan Johnston led the offense with a pair of RBIs.

Torrington, WY 16, Wheatland, WY 15

By: Dave Collins, Sports Director⚾| Alliance wins another wild one with 16 runs Wednesday; Legion recaps &amp; scoresAlliance JRs 16, Sheridan County 12The bats got going early for both teams
in the first inning with Alliance taking an 8-4 lead after one frame.&nbsp; Alliance got singles from the first five
hitters to step up and a couple of doubles helped bring runs home in the
first. Sheridan County clawed back to within
10-8 in the fourth, but Alliance added five runs to go up 15-8 the next inning
and stay in front for good.Leading the Alliance offense was Kellon Muhr who had a perfect 3/3 night with two RBIs and three runs scored.&nbsp; Mario Garcia had three hits.&nbsp; Five Spartans drove in two runs.Sheridan County's Jace Freeseman paced the Regulator offense with three hits including a triple and Harley Bayne tabbed three RBIs.The Regulators record slips to 6-5. Alliance is now 8-4.Sidney JRs 6, Gering 5The Sidney Juniors clipped Gering 6-5 withstanding a Gering comeback in the final inning.&nbsp; Trailing 6-3 in the seventh Gering drew a
walk, got to within 6-4 on an RBI triple, which was followed by an RBI double that made
it 6-5.&nbsp; With traffic still on the bases
Sidney wriggled off the hook on a grounder to end it.Sidney's Micah Schneider was excellent on the mound with five innings of no-hit ball, but gave up two earned runs and walked five.&nbsp; Gering was able to scratch three runs off Sawyer Dickman before Ben Hashman came on to finish the final two outs.Keagan Shifflet went the distance for Gering allowing ten hits in seven innings.&nbsp; The defense behind him had some struggles, giving up six errors.&nbsp; Fortunately, only one unearned run scored to keep Gering in the game.Jacob Dowse led Sidney with two RBIs and Schneider had a 3/3 night at the dish with a run scored.Gering's Ryan Johnston led the offense with a pair of RBIs.Gering drops to 2-5 this summer.More Scores Wednesday:Gering SRs 6, Sidney 2Ogallala JRs 12, McCook 4Torrington, WY 16, Wheatland, WY 15North Platte SRs 12, Lexington 0North Platte SRs 11, Lexington 7

⚾| Legion recaps & scores: Alliance wins another wild one with 16 runs Wednesday

(AP) The NFL will cut its preseason in half and push back the start of exhibition play so teams have more time to train following an all virtual offseason made necessary by the coronavirus pandemic, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press.

The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the league hasn’t announced that the preseason will be cut from four games to two.

The pandemic forced teams to conduct their entire offseason programs via videoconference. So, teams will be gathering together for the first time when training camps open July 28.

Minus the usual minicamps, on-field practices and in-person weight training from April to June, players’ conditioning won’t be what it normally is. So, eliminating the first week of preseason games Aug. 13-16 will give them more time to ratchet up their football fitness.

Teams will now play exhibitions Aug. 20-24 and Aug. 27-31 during what were originally the second and third weeks of exhibition play with all 32 teams playing one home and one road game.

Most of those games will remain the same as originally scheduled although some matchups in that second slate will have to be changed so every team gets a game at home.

The exhibition finales on Sept. 3 were also scrapped, giving teams more time to get ready for the regular season, which opens Sept. 10 with Houston at Kansas City.

There are no changes to the regular season schedule.

The league continues to draw up protocols, not only for COVID-19 mitigation but for ramping up practices during the first few weeks of training camp.

The annual Hall of Fame Game pitting Pittsburgh and Dallas on Aug. 6 was recently scrapped as the induction ceremonies were pushed back to 2021.

(AP) The NFL will cut its preseason in half and push back the start of exhibition play so teams have more time to train following an all virtual offseason made necessary by the coronavirus pandemic, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press.The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the league hasn’t announced that the preseason will be cut from four games to two.The pandemic forced teams to conduct their entire offseason programs via videoconference. So, teams will be gathering together for the first time when training camps open July 28.Minus the usual minicamps, on-field practices and in-person weight training from April to June, players’ conditioning won’t be what it normally is. So, eliminating the first week of preseason games Aug. 13-16 will give them more time to ratchet up their football fitness.Teams will now play exhibitions Aug. 20-24 and Aug. 27-31 during what were originally the second and third weeks of exhibition play with all 32 teams playing one home and one road game.Most of those games will remain the same as originally scheduled although some matchups in that second slate will have to be changed so every team gets a game at home.The exhibition finales on Sept. 3 were also scrapped, giving teams more time to get ready for the regular season, which opens Sept. 10 with Houston at Kansas City.There are no changes to the regular season schedule.The league continues to draw up protocols, not only for COVID-19 mitigation but for ramping up practices during the first few weeks of training camp.The annual Hall of Fame Game pitting Pittsburgh and Dallas on Aug. 6 was recently scrapped as the induction ceremonies were pushed back to 2021.

Report: NFL slicing preseason in half, regular season remains on schedule

⚾| Wild Night of Legion Baseball in Alliance Tuesday; Recaps across the Panhandle

Chadron took an 8-0 lead before Alliance
came to bat but it was the Spartans who were on top of a wild game in the end.

Following the big first frame the Nationals went ahead 12-3 after two innings, but it was far from over as both teams wore out home plate.

Alliance roared back in
the third with six runs to make it 12-9, and trailed 14-13 going into the
bottom of the final frame before Carver Hauptman singled home two runs to win it
in walk-off fashion for Alliance 15-14.

The Spartans had 11 hits and 10 walks to keep the base paths full.&nbsp; Mario Garza, Drew Romick and Hauptman each had two hits and two RBIs.

Chadron notched 14 hits and drew six walks led by a big night from Garrett Reece who was 3/3 with five RBIs and four runs scored.&nbsp; Seth Gaswick was 2/3 with four RBIs.

Alliance ripped open a 3-1 game in the third inning with eight runs to defeat Chadron 11-1 Tuesday night.&nbsp; A two-run single from&nbsp; EJ Gomez made it 8-1 following up RBI hits from Trevor DuBray and Caeson Clarke in the big inning.

Kirk Sanders and Brantz Halouska combined on the mound for the win allowing only two hits and walking two.

Gering scored eight runs in the first two innings in a win over Bridgeport.  Riley Gaudreault went 3/3 at the plate with three RBIs for Gering.  

Quinton Janicek threw all three innings of the shortened contest on the mound and allowed just four Bridgeport hits and struck out three.

Gering is 5-5 this summer, while Bridgeport falls to 3-12.

Gering led 4-0 after one and 10-1 after two innings of its victory over Bridgeport Tuesday.&nbsp; 

Gering got on the board with a bases-loaded walk for the first run, then added three more three different ways - a single, ground out and error.&nbsp; Keenan Allen doubled home two for a 6-0 lead in the second inning followed by another run-scoring error.&nbsp; Keagan Shifflet capitalized after a single and a walk with an RBI single to make it 8-0.&nbsp; Two more would score on a walk and hit-by-pitch as Gering built a 10-0 lead.

Allen and Ryan Johnston handled the pitching duties and struck out eight Bridgeport hitters.&nbsp; The combo allowed five hits.

Scout Gamble and Larry Lofton had multi-hit games for Bridgeport.

Sheridan County at Sidney - Cancelled

By: Dave Collins, Sports Director⚾| Wild Night of Legion Baseball in Alliance Tuesday; Recaps across the PanhandleAlliance JRs 15, Chadron 14Chadron took an 8-0 lead before Alliance
came to bat but it was the Spartans who were on top of a wild game in the end.Following the big first frame the Nationals went ahead 12-3 after two innings, but it was far from over as both teams wore out home plate.Alliance roared back in
the third with six runs to make it 12-9, and trailed 14-13 going into the
bottom of the final frame before Carver Hauptman singled home two runs to win it
in walk-off fashion for Alliance 15-14.The Spartans had 11 hits and 10 walks to keep the base paths full.&nbsp; Mario Garza, Drew Romick and Hauptman each had two hits and two RBIs.Chadron notched 14 hits and drew six walks led by a big night from Garrett Reece who was 3/3 with five RBIs and four runs scored.&nbsp; Seth Gaswick was 2/3 with four RBIs.The Alliance JRs are 7-4.Alliance SRs 11, Chadron 1Alliance ripped open a 3-1 game in the third inning with eight runs to defeat Chadron 11-1 Tuesday night.&nbsp; A two-run single from&nbsp; EJ Gomez made it 8-1 following up RBI hits from Trevor DuBray and Caeson Clarke in the big inning.Kirk Sanders and Brantz Halouska combined on the mound for the win allowing only two hits and walking two.Alliance improves to 9-5 this summer.Gering SRs 9, Bridgeport 1Gering scored eight runs in the first two innings in a win over Bridgeport. Riley Gaudreault went 3/3 at the plate with three RBIs for Gering. Quinton Janicek threw all three innings of the shortened contest on the mound and allowed just four Bridgeport hits and struck out three.Gering is 5-5 this summer, while Bridgeport falls to 3-12.Gering JRs 12, Bridgeport 3Gering led 4-0 after one and 10-1 after two innings of its victory over Bridgeport Tuesday.&nbsp; Gering got on the board with a bases-loaded walk for the first run, then added three more three different ways - a single, ground out and error.&nbsp; Keenan Allen doubled home two for a 6-0 lead in the second inning followed by another run-scoring error.&nbsp; Keagan Shifflet capitalized after a single and a walk with an RBI single to make it 8-0.&nbsp; Two more would score on a walk and hit-by-pitch as Gering built a 10-0 lead.Allen and Ryan Johnston handled the pitching duties and struck out eight Bridgeport hitters.&nbsp; The combo allowed five hits.Scout Gamble and Larry Lofton had multi-hit games for Bridgeport.Gering improves to 2-4.Sheridan County at Sidney - CancelledOgallala JRs 9, Holdrege 8

⚾| Wild night of American Legion Baseball in Alliance; recaps across the Panhandle

By: Con Marshall-CSC Sports Information

&nbsp;A Chadron State College football recruit who has Chadron ties has received a major honor from the National Football Foundation.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Dax Yeradi of Wright, Wyo., is one of 82 recent high school graduates from across the country who have been placed on the National Football Foundation’s 2020 Team of Distinction. Those selected are recognized for their combined performances on the football field, in the classroom and in the community.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Team of Distinction is part of the foundation’s mission to promote the scholar-athlete ideal by honoring the best and the brightest, according to the news release making the announcement.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As part of the award, all of the honorees will be included in the permanent digital display at the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta.

Dax Yeradi was a first-team all-state football selection each of the past three years while playing quarterback and safety for Wright High School.

As a senior in the fall of 2019, Yeradi was a Casper Star-Tribune Super 25 selection, was named the Powder River Conference Player of the Year and set the Wyoming All-Class State Record for most defensive points in a season with 331.&nbsp; His defensive highlights last fall included 151 tackles and four interceptions.

As the Wright High quarterback, he ran for 1,251 yards and 20 touchdowns in 2019.&nbsp; He also had passed for 301 yards and a TD.&nbsp;

During his career, Yeradi participated in 412 tackles and had 16 interceptions.&nbsp; He ran for 2,090 yards and 31 TDs, threw for 2,006 yards and 18 TDs, had 5,515 all-purpose yards and scored 204 points.

Dax is expected to play defensive back for the Eagles.&nbsp;

He was coached as Wright High by his father, Larry Yeradi, who intercepted eight passes to set the Chadron High school record as a senior in the fall of 1983. The record was tied by Charles Mann in 1998.&nbsp;

Besides starring in football, he was the Class 2A state champion 160-pound wrestler as a junior in 2019 when he had a 28-3 record.&nbsp; He also placed fifth and second at the state tourney during his wrestling career.

A year ago this spring, Yeradi won the Class 2A pole vault championship at the Wyoming State Meet by clearing 14 feet, 1 inch. He placed third at state the previous year.

In addition, he graduated with a 3.96 grade point average, was academic all-state and a member of the National Honor Society and student council.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; “This initiative allows us to shine a national spotlight on some of the most deserving high school student-athletes honored at the local level by our expansive Chapter Network,” said NFF Chairman Archie Manning. “This honor is one of the most prestigious national awards that a high school player can receive.&nbsp; It also brings into focus the phenomenal work that our chapters do in identifying the most outstanding young leaders in their communities.”

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The 82 honorees were selected from a pool of 3,500 scholar-athletes, according to the news release.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Dax is the grandson of Tom and Linda Yeradi of Chadron.&nbsp; The Yeradi family recently received the Nebraska State Inter-Council Family of the Year Award given by the Knights of Columbus for their long-standing service to St. Patrick’s Parish and the Chadron Community.

By: Con Marshall-CSC Sports Information&nbsp;A Chadron State College football recruit who has Chadron ties has received a major honor from the National Football Foundation.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Dax Yeradi of Wright, Wyo., is one of 82 recent high school graduates from across the country who have been placed on the National Football Foundation’s 2020 Team of Distinction. Those selected are recognized for their combined performances on the football field, in the classroom and in the community.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Team of Distinction is part of the foundation’s mission to promote the scholar-athlete ideal by honoring the best and the brightest, according to the news release making the announcement.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As part of the award, all of the honorees will be included in the permanent digital display at the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta.Dax Yeradi was a first-team all-state football selection each of the past three years while playing quarterback and safety for Wright High School.As a senior in the fall of 2019, Yeradi was a Casper Star-Tribune Super 25 selection, was named the Powder River Conference Player of the Year and set the Wyoming All-Class State Record for most defensive points in a season with 331.&nbsp; His defensive highlights last fall included 151 tackles and four interceptions.As the Wright High quarterback, he ran for 1,251 yards and 20 touchdowns in 2019.&nbsp; He also had passed for 301 yards and a TD.&nbsp;During his career, Yeradi participated in 412 tackles and had 16 interceptions.&nbsp; He ran for 2,090 yards and 31 TDs, threw for 2,006 yards and 18 TDs, had 5,515 all-purpose yards and scored 204 points.Dax is expected to play defensive back for the Eagles.&nbsp;He was coached as Wright High by his father, Larry Yeradi, who intercepted eight passes to set the Chadron High school record as a senior in the fall of 1983. The record was tied by Charles Mann in 1998.&nbsp;Besides starring in football, he was the Class 2A state champion 160-pound wrestler as a junior in 2019 when he had a 28-3 record.&nbsp; He also placed fifth and second at the state tourney during his wrestling career.A year ago this spring, Yeradi won the Class 2A pole vault championship at the Wyoming State Meet by clearing 14 feet, 1 inch. He placed third at state the previous year.In addition, he graduated with a 3.96 grade point average, was academic all-state and a member of the National Honor Society and student council.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; “This initiative allows us to shine a national spotlight on some of the most deserving high school student-athletes honored at the local level by our expansive Chapter Network,” said NFF Chairman Archie Manning. “This honor is one of the most prestigious national awards that a high school player can receive.&nbsp; It also brings into focus the phenomenal work that our chapters do in identifying the most outstanding young leaders in their communities.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The 82 honorees were selected from a pool of 3,500 scholar-athletes, according to the news release.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Dax is the grandson of Tom and Linda Yeradi of Chadron.&nbsp; The Yeradi family recently received the Nebraska State Inter-Council Family of the Year Award given by the Knights of Columbus for their long-standing service to St. Patrick’s Parish and the Chadron Community.

CSC football recruit receives national honor

(AP) Colorado Rockies outfielder Ian Desmond plans to sit out this season to be with his family and help grow youth baseball in his hometown in Florida. The 34-year-old Desmond wrote on Instagram that the “COVID-19 pandemic has made this baseball season one that is a risk I am not comfortable taking.”

 But the biracial slugger also mentioned a myriad of issues within baseball, including racism, sexism, homophobia and socioeconomic concerns. Desmond hit .255 with 20 homers in 140 games last season.

(AP) Colorado Rockies outfielder Ian Desmond plans to sit out this season to be with his family and help grow youth baseball in his hometown in Florida. The 34-year-old Desmond wrote on Instagram that the “COVID-19 pandemic has made this baseball season one that is a risk I am not comfortable taking.” But the biracial slugger also mentioned a myriad of issues within baseball, including racism, sexism, homophobia and socioeconomic concerns. Desmond hit .255 with 20 homers in 140 games last season.

Rockies outfielder cites COVID-19, racism, sexism among reasons to sit out season

CHADRON, Neb. -- June 29, 2020 --&nbsp;Chadron State College softball added a summer day camp on July 30, to be conducted from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for ages 14 and up. The cost is $65. Registration for all CSC athletic camps may be completed online at chadronstatesportscamps.com.&nbsp;Those who are still unsure about participation in any summer camps may reserve a spot, without committing financially, by joining a free wait list on the website. In addition, the CSC football program canceled its July 6-8 summer team camp session on Monday, but the program remains committed to the second and third sessions as well as its two prospect camps. The first session of football camp was canceled with limited participation in view, however the remaining two sessions are booked for around 400 campers each. Registration remains open for both the 11-man football team camp, scheduled for July 12-14, as well as the six, eight, and nine-man camp July 16-18. Both the July 11 and July 25 Eagle Prospect Camps are still set to take place as planned. As of Monday, the CSC volleyball program's four camps, between July 7-15, were still open for registration as well. The college will not be hosting the annual Wyoming-Nebraska Six-Man Shootout in 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;

By: CSC AthleticsCHADRON, Neb. -- June 29, 2020 --&nbsp;Chadron State College softball added a summer day camp on July 30, to be conducted from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for ages 14 and up. The cost is $65. Registration for all CSC athletic camps may be completed online at chadronstatesportscamps.com.&nbsp;Those who are still unsure about participation in any summer camps may reserve a spot, without committing financially, by joining a free wait list on the website. In addition, the CSC football program canceled its July 6-8 summer team camp session on Monday, but the program remains committed to the second and third sessions as well as its two prospect camps. The first session of football camp was canceled with limited participation in view, however the remaining two sessions are booked for around 400 campers each. Registration remains open for both the 11-man football team camp, scheduled for July 12-14, as well as the six, eight, and nine-man camp July 16-18. Both the July 11 and July 25 Eagle Prospect Camps are still set to take place as planned. As of Monday, the CSC volleyball program's four camps, between July 7-15, were still open for registration as well. The college will not be hosting the annual Wyoming-Nebraska Six-Man Shootout in 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Chadron State football team camps in mid-late July still on, softball adds camp day

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Kansas State football players say they will boycott all team activities until administrators create a policy that would allow a student to be expelled for “openly racist, threatening or disrespectful actions.” The move that most players announced Saturday on social media follows a tweet by a student about the death of George Floyd that prompted outrage on campus. The tweet from Jaden McNeil mocked Floyd's death. McNeil is the founder of a conservative group called America First Students and has been criticized for his past comments on the Black Lives Matter movement. University officials have said they are exploring their options for action.

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Kansas State football players say they will boycott all team activities until administrators create a policy that would allow a student to be expelled for “openly racist, threatening or disrespectful actions.” The move that most players announced Saturday on social media follows a tweet by a student about the death of George Floyd that prompted outrage on campus. The tweet from Jaden McNeil mocked Floyd's death. McNeil is the founder of a conservative group called America First Students and has been criticized for his past comments on the Black Lives Matter movement. University officials have said they are exploring their options for action.

K-State football players boycotting team activities, demand new policy

⚾| Legion Baseball Game Wraps, Sunday, June 28

Chadron JRs 7, Scottsbluff Prep FR 6

Chadron came back from a 4-2 deficit late with five runs to outlast the Scottsbluff Prep Freshman 7-6.

A sacrifice fly made it 4-3 Scottsbluff in the sixth when Shane Frye added another run to tie it with a single.&nbsp; Scottsbluff scored the go-ahead run on a passed ball in the seventh and took a 6-4 lead on Jaxson Orozco's single.

Chadron got started quickly in the seventh with runners on base via a hit-by-pitch and three consecutive walks that included a run coming across on a passed ball to make it 6-5.&nbsp; Ryan Vahrenkamp singled in the tying run and Chadron won it in the next at-bat when Broc Berry scored on another passed ball.

The win evened Chadron's season record at 5-5.

Scottsbluff launched out to an 8-2 lead after two innings Sunday in a rout over Laramie.

After the first three batters reached on hit-by-pitches and a single in the second Hunter McCollum singled home the first of seven runs in the frame. Creighton Dike doubled home a pair for a 6-1 lead and Jace Heimerman doubled home two more to make it 8-1 Zephyrs.

Jerod Balthazor, KJ Hartline and Andon Pittman each had three Zephyr RBIs.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tate Carson pitched four of five innings and held Laramie to four runs on eight hits.

By: Dave Collins, Sports Director⚾| Legion Baseball Game Wraps, Sunday, June 28Chadron JRs 7, Scottsbluff Prep FR 6Chadron came back from a 4-2 deficit late with five runs to outlast the Scottsbluff Prep Freshman 7-6.A sacrifice fly made it 4-3 Scottsbluff in the sixth when Shane Frye added another run to tie it with a single.&nbsp; Scottsbluff scored the go-ahead run on a passed ball in the seventh and took a 6-4 lead on Jaxson Orozco's single.Chadron got started quickly in the seventh with runners on base via a hit-by-pitch and three consecutive walks that included a run coming across on a passed ball to make it 6-5.&nbsp; Ryan Vahrenkamp singled in the tying run and Chadron won it in the next at-bat when Broc Berry scored on another passed ball.The win evened Chadron's season record at 5-5.Scottsbluff SRs 14, Laramie 4Scottsbluff launched out to an 8-2 lead after two innings Sunday in a rout over Laramie.After the first three batters reached on hit-by-pitches and a single in the second Hunter McCollum singled home the first of seven runs in the frame. Creighton Dike doubled home a pair for a 6-1 lead and Jace Heimerman doubled home two more to make it 8-1 Zephyrs.Jerod Balthazor, KJ Hartline and Andon Pittman each had three Zephyr RBIs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Tate Carson pitched four of five innings and held Laramie to four runs on eight hits.Laramie 14, Scottsbluff SRs 4Laramie won the second game of the day by the exact same score, 14-4.&nbsp; Laramie scored two in the first and broke open a 4-0 game with three more in the fourth to go up 7-0 before finishing it off with five runs in the fifth after Scottsbluff had cut the lead to 9-4.Laramie out-hit Scottsbluff 12-5 and the Z's defense committed five errors.&nbsp; Only three of Laramie's first nine runs were earned off Z's starter Creighton Dike.Derrick Squires went 2/4 with four RBIs for Laramie.&nbsp; Caleb Eaton was 3/4 with a pair of RBIs. Eaton allowed only five hits over 5 2/3 innings on the mound and struck out five Scottsbluff hitters.&nbsp; He walked eight.Scottsbluff is 2-6 this summer and hosts Gering tonight at Cleveland Field with 7:30 the set time for first pitch.Buckley (Chappell) 4, Gering SRs 0Buckley held Gering to two hits in a shutout Sunday.Xander Speicher worked around five walks and struck out seven on the mound for the Bombers to earn the win in a six-inning start.&nbsp; Gering's second inning started promising with back-to-back singles but Speicher struck out the next two hitters and forced a ground out with the bases loaded to end the threat.&nbsp; Gering wouldn't get a hit the rest of the game.The Bombers opened up a scoreless game with three runs in the fourth inning.&nbsp; Two singles began the frame followed by a one-out double from Corbin Murphy that scored two.&nbsp; Logan Kerr singled home Murphy and that's all Buckley would need to win.Buckley (Chappell) SRs 8, Gering 7Buckley won the second game of the doubleheader on a walkoff error in the bottom of the seventh, 8-7.&nbsp; Dillon Harshman's grounder to third was mishandled allowing Davon Wolf to score the winning run and cap a three-run comeback after trailing 7-5 with three outs to play.It was a close game throughout - Buckley led 3-0 after one before Gering tied it 3-3 in the third.&nbsp; Both teams added a run in the fifth before Gering took a 7-4 lead into the bottom of the sixth on Riley Hoke's two run home run.Gering falls to 3-5 and Buckley is now 11-1 this summer.Sheridan County 4, Scottsbluff Prep Freshman 2Jase Freeseman threw seven innings on the mound and struck out 11 for the Regulators who won their sixth game. Harley Bayne had a two-RBI game and doubled.Sheridan County moves to 6-4.More scores from Sunday:Scottsbluff JRs 9, Rapid City Post 22 0Rapid City Post 22 14, Scottsbluff JRs 0Brighton, CO 10, Ogallala JRs 2Sidney SRs 10, Sterling, CO 0Bridgeport 5, Buckley (Chappell) 3All eight runs came across in the sixth inning Sunday of Bridgeport's win over Buckley.&nbsp; After Buckley took a 3-0 lead Bridgeport scored five times without the benefit of a hit - four RBI walks and a hit-by-pitch all brought in runs for a 5-3 lead.Alliance SRs 9, Montana State A Gallatin Valley 8

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