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Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Thursday is $3.202, a week ago the price is $3.246 , according to AAA.

On the KVSH Comment program this morning our guests were Valentine Mayor Kyle Arganbright, Cherry County Commissioner Nina Nelson and Tourism Director Regina Osburn. The topic of discussion was the potential purchase of the former Shopko building in Valentine for a convention and community facility. Arganbright stated the the preliminary estimated cost of the project would be $9 million dollars. Initially funds would come from 1.5 million dollars in city sales tax and 1.5 million from county lodging taxes. There would be a public capital campaign to raise an estimated 3.

PIERRE, S.D. (KEVN) - Llewellyn John Running Hawk, age 48, was sentenced to two years and nine months in federal prison for involuntary manslaughter. The conviction stems from an incident that happened on Nov. 19, 2022, in Todd County, South Dakota. Running Hawk had been consuming alcohol and was driving eastbound on US Highway 18. The victim, an adult woman, was riding in the front passenger seat. As Running Hawk approached a curve at a high speed, he lost control of the car and left the roadway. The car rolled multiple times, causing the victim to be thrown from the car. The victim died due to injuries suffered in the wreck.

MISSION, S.D. (KELO) — Investigators are looking into what sparked a fire at an apartment building in Mission last week. Mission Volunteer Fire and Rescue says it happened at the Sunrise Apartments just before 8 p.m. Tuesday. Crews arriving on the scene found flames coming from the roof of...

As more and more Valentine residents get their full Christmas light display up, KVSH Radio is now accepting nominations for the 2nd annual Christmas light tour to be held on December 27th. Nominations will be due at KVSH by December 22nd. On the evening of December 27th, KVSH will conduct a cruise around town to look at the entries submitted and our judges will, decide who the winners will be. KVSH and our sponsors will offer over 150 dollars in prize money for the winning entries. Entries can be sent to, or dropped off at KVSH Radio, 126 West 3rd St, Valentine Nebraska 69201. If you can include a picture of the display and the address along with the name of the nominee, that would be necessary for judging.

On 11/27/2023 at 9:27 pm, an officer conducted a traffic stop in the 800 block of west highway 20. During the stop, narcotic detection dog K9 Baker was deployed. A 24 year old Minnesota man was arrested for possession of controlled substances and drug paraphernalia. Calls:. On 11/26/2023 at 1:12...

The 40th Bull and Female Sale of TK Angus took place yesterday at the North Ranch 4 miles East of Valentine. The Marlette family offered over 180 bulls and over 200 females include spring bred females and 70 fall pairs. Buyers from the local area and several states were on...

The Salvation Army tells KVSH News that $2100 has been raised so far towards the $8000 goal. There are still several opportunities left to ring the bell through Dec. 23rd. Ninety percent of the money raised stays in Cherry Cty to help families in need. Get ahold of Shelley Pier...

According to Valentine Chamber of Commerce President Deanne Holmes-Monroe, the Holiday Preview promotion held in late November was a success. Now that December is upon us, the Chamber is suggesting special holiday hours, including later hours during the week as well as trying to have stores open for at least a few hours on Sundays through Christmas. With Christmas Eve falling on a Sunday, most businesses are expected to be closed, so last-minute shoppers need to keep this in mind as your options may be very limited.

Monty Neiffer of Valentine is the year end winner of the KVSH Pigskin Prediction Contest. Monty had 104 correct out of 114 possible pcks over the 13 weeks of the season. Monty claimed his $100 first place prize from KVSH Radio and out sponsors. Monty said he was going to donate the money to the local Team Mates mentoring chapter. Donna Valentine and Dick Smith, both of Valentine, split second place honors for the year with 102 correct picks. They will both receive $25 from KVSH and our Sponsors. Matt, Deb and Gary Coleman all came in with 101 correct picks, finishing just out of the money for the year. RoxAnn Ohlman and Dick Jeffers totaled 100 correct picks and split fourth place. Ann Neiffer had 99 correct and finished in 5th. Also doing great for the year were Martin DeNaeyer with 98 correct, Greg Coleman and Kim Jeffers with 98 and Maria Bopp, Brittany Ericson and Bob Janssen with 95.

On Thursday, the EPA announced a proposal to strengthen its Lead and Copper Rule that would require water systems across the country to replace lead service lines within 10 years. EPA is also proposing additional improvements to protect public health, such as lowering the lead action level and improving sampling protocols utilized by water systems.

KVSH Radio is now accepting nominations for the 2nd annual Christmas light tour to be held on December 27th. You can nominate yourself, or you can nominate a neighbor who you think has a great light display. Nominations will be due at KVSH by December 22nd. On the evening of December 27th, KVSH will conduct a cruise around town to look at the entries submitted and our judges will, decide who the winners will be. KVSH and our sponsors will offer over 150 dollars in prize money for the winning entries.

KILGORE — Turn south onto the blacktop out of this Cherry County ranch town, and the Sandhills seem to roll on for an eternity. “Wide-open spaces” aptly describes the endless prairie, where cowboys still work cattle on horseback and stargazers come to get away from city lights. You’re...

Southwest of Crookston where the road descends into the Niobrara River valley, a group of Amish newcomers from Michigan and Kentucky are setting down roots. The Kilgore Amish have established a few businesses, including selling kits to assemble log homes, sharpening sawmill blades, pouring concrete and doing carpentry work. According to Paul Hammel and the Nebraska Examiner.

The holiday shopping season is underway across the United States. In the Valentine area, the local Chamber of Commerce held it’s annual Holiday Preview last week, presenting the holiday punch card promotion, encouraging shoppers to visit area businesses on the card, getting a special stamp at each location. The weeklong event wrapped-up on “Shop Small Town Saturday” with the drawing of the winner of the contest during the 8th annual Parade of Lights.

In this article, we explore three traditional American cuisines that are perfect for Valentine's Day. Have you had the chance to try any of these dishes? If yes, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below!