The Sandhills Open Road Challenge transforms rural Arnold, Nebraska, into a sold-out racing destination, fueling community spirit, tourism, and local economic growth.
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- State Court Administrator
Judge Michael Piccolo was invested to the Nebraska Court of Appeals for Judicial District 6 on July 1, 2026, at the State Capitol Rotunda in Lincoln.
- YMCA of Scottsbluff
Biddy Sports Sampler at Scottsbluff Family YMCA offers ages 3–6 four weeks of noncompetitive soccer, floor hockey, basketball and kickball, with online registration.
- Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) – Scottsbluff
SourceLink and SourceLink Nebraska launched a data-driven entrepreneurship dashboard that uses QWI Census data to guide Nebraska’s small-business and workforce planning.
- YMCA of Scottsbluff
Scottsbluff Family YMCA offers July 1-3 $2.50 join fee and waives Joiner’s Fee on new monthly memberships July 5-31 for new or returning members.
- Nebraska Department of Economic Development
Nebraska-based Class Intercom helps schools teach students responsible social media use, digital citizenship, and content skills through moderated, hands-on learning.
- Nebraska Department of Economic Development
Nebraska DED recertifies McCook as an Economic Development Certified Community, recognizing major business park, housing, and recreation investments.

