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The Scottsbluff County Communications Center sent out an urgent message yesterday that the phone lines were down. That included all of their administrative lines as well as 911 service in Scotts Bluff County, but don't worry, 911 service is still available thanks to Cheyenne County Dispatch.   Continue to call 911 if needed, and your call will be rerouted. Residents may recall early on July 15, 20...

Five puppies found in a box in a Mitchell alley have prompted questions from community members about where the animals came from and how they came to be abandoned. The Panhandle Humane Society of Scottsbluff said the puppies were found in an alley near 16th Street and are now in the shelter's care.   The organization asked anyone with information about the puppies or their owner to contact the she...

In rural Scottsbluff, neighbors along the Seip Canal Road and County Road 25 reported multiple motocross bikes last night driving in the Tri-State Canal ditch. We all like to have fun, but if you're a motocross rider, stay out of the ditches.   Our court reporter, Raul Fernandez, has been busy at the courthouse. In one case we just posted, Wing scores a meth arrest. A Terrytown man was arrested fo...

Yesterday there was a large-scale community-wide emergency response simulation. The response included members of the Scottsbluff Police Department, Scotts Bluff County Sheriff's Office, Scottsbluff Fire Department, Nebraska State Patrol, Region 22 Emergency Management, and 9-1-1 Communications.   James Todd, the Scottsbluff Public Schools Director of Safety and Security, oversaw the operation. The...

From the admins, to the owners, contributors, and the great followers of Panhandle Scanner. We all express our great love and support to the Eckerberg family on the recent passing of Margaret. Philip has served as a Scottsbluff police officer for many years, as did his father before him. Our deepest condolences to the family and our prayers for the Eckerberg family. Many warm reflections about her...

Gering residents may be frustrated with the frequent power outages, but there's one thing they won't have to worry about....   The City of Gering says no, by saying yes.   This past week, the Gearing City Council voted 7-0 to approve a new zoning ordinance regulating future adult entertainment businesses within the city. The ordinance establishes specific standards governing where such businesses...

On Thursday, just before 3pm, at least three cars were involved in an injury accident in Scottsbluff. Scanner traffic indicated a three vehicle accident with unknown injuries on Highway 26 and 21st Avenue in Scotts Bluff. Nebraska State Patrol called it in as a 10-45 and asked for 10-18, which means hurried response. There was severe damage to all three vehicles in the highway speed collision. Tri...

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Yesterday afternoon, after 4 p.m., scanner traffic indicated a car versus pedestrian accident with a youth involved and a leg injury. The location was 20th Street and 3rd Avenue in Scottsbuff.  A 13-year-old boy was injured Tuesday after being struck by a vehicle while crossing East 20th Street at 3rd Avenue in Scottsbluff. Officers were dispatched to the area following a report of the vehicle str...

On Monday, a construction company was working in Morrill in an alley near Jirdon Avenue when a gas line was hit. Personnel in the immediate area were asked to evacuate, and no further traffic was heard on this incident.   As part of an ongoing effort to improve the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the electric system, the City of Alliance Electric Department is beginning to work to replace s...

The community is rallying behind Jeff Kilthau after a serious rollover accident left him with multiple injuries and a long road to recovery. Jay's Duct Cleanings LLC is leading the charge with the fundraiser. Please read our article or follow the page for more information. Either follow Jay's Duct Cleanings or follow Panhandle Scanner for that story.    Morrill County Sheriff's Office is hiring a...

An Alliance woman was arrested Wednesday after fleeing from police during a vehicle pursuit that ended with four children inside the vehicle, according to the Police Department in Alliance. Officers were initially called to the Dollar General at 1229 West 3rd Street at approximately 6.30 p.m. on the 9th for a reported disturbance, while officers were investigating, the vehicle involved returned to...

Mr. Kenneth Holloway has been found and returned to his home safely. Thank you to everyone for helping in whatever way you could.   A missing juvenile has been reported out of Scottsbluff. Nathaniel Alan Williams, 16-year-old white male, 5'8", 140 pounds, brown hair, and was wearing black sweats and black shoes, and a polo shirt. Nathaniel Alan Williams, 16 years old, missing in Scottsbluff.   Las...

71-year-old Kenneth Holloway is still missing. (UPDATE: FOUND) The Scotts Bluff Police Department, the CERT team, and four canine search and rescue teams are currently out near Five Rocks Road and Stable Club Road. Last night they were searching, and they'll be out again this morning. We appreciate the willingness of community members to form their own search parties, however, the police ask citiz...

The region faced heightened anxiety as the National Weather Service and the Storm Prediction Center placed a large swath of western Nebraska under severe weather risks. Forecasters warned of a slow-moving cold front capable of producing 60 to 70 mph winds, large hail, and localized flash flooding. While the Panhandle prepared for isolated thunderstorms, an actual touchdown of a tornado materialize...

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September 1st was National Hotel Employee Appreciation Day. Speaking of hotels, did you know that the Hampton Inn has changed hands? That's right, our home hotel, away from home, is under new management.   But we'll still be there this weekend for the Horizon Music Fest concert that's coming up this weekend, the 5th and the 6th, two full days of worship and music. We hope to see you out there. You...

Another busy day on Scanner Traffic, for those who are listening.   Around 2:30 AM, Kimball County Sheriff's Office was asking for assistance at an address in Dix for a possible break-in, possible firearm. The reporting party was unclear about the details, and after a series of communications back and forth, troopers did not have enough to go on and were never able to find any vehicle involved in...

For those who were outdoors last night around 10 p.m., including those at the football games around the panhandle, were treated to a spectacle. Not only some thrilling victories, but also an incredible lunar eclipse.   The Minatare Indians football team defeated Creek Valley High School with the final score of 60-59. The thrilling one-point victory took place under the lunar eclipse during the ope...

A vehicle accident yesterday knocked out some stoplights in Scottsbluff. The accident happened at the intersection of Highway 26 and East Overland Drive. One vehicle struck a modular box that powers and controls the traffic lights at that intersection, so therefore it kicked them off. Both the City of   Morrill Schools recently recognized the MHS graduate class of 2026 for graciously donating a si...

Well, a couple of nights ago we heard some scanner traffic that was a little unusual, and people had asked us about it. Trooper 290 was with Morrill County with a report just east of the South Bayard Junction that there were people running away from vehicles. Unsure if related to that same event, moments later Trooper 290 had one male 10-15 for 10-47. That means in custody for suspicion of drunk d...

Well, just when you think there's nothing going on, turn on that infamous scanner and you get West Overland, Motor Vehicle Accident that Downs a Power Pole. That was early yesterday, 5:09 a.m. The call came in. Single vehicle accident with injury. West Overland and Avenue I in Scottsbluff. Fire department advised to proceed with caution as power lines may be down in the area.   Next up, we heard t...

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