Friday April 10 2026 - Scanner News

In Alliance, authorities received a report of a man involved in a domestic assault. He fled the scene but was later arrested on possession charges. On April 9, officers with the APD responded to a report of a physical domestic assault in the 1200 block of West 14th Street. Officers learned that a male suspect had fled the scene in a silver Toyota Corolla. The vehicle described as having front end damage and a tow strap securing the trunk. The suspect vehicle was located and stopped in the 900 block of Platte Avenue. Bernard Maben was taken into custody without incident. Maben was arrested for third degree domestic assault. During the booking process at Box Butte County Jail, an additional 4.1 grams of methamphetamine was discovered concealed on his person.

 

Join Panhandle Businesses and Organizations for National Walk at Lunch Day, April 29. The journey to a healthier, happier, good life can start with one single step. Walking is one of the easiest and most effective ways to improve physical and mental well-being and it's something nearly everyone can do. Panhandle Public Health District invites local businesses and organizations to participate in National Walk at Lunch Day on Wednesday, April 29.

 

Did you know that prolonged sitting has been linked to numerous negative health outcomes? Research shows that walking for 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week, can significantly reduce the risk of chronic disease including diabetes and certain cancers.

 

And speaking of cancer and fighting it, break for breakfast is almost here. That's April 24 from 7 to 9 a.m. Locations around Scottsbluff, North Platte, Beatrice, McCook, Norfolk, Ord Valentine, Grand Island. Kearney and Omaha will be open to benefit the Fred and Pamela Buffett Cancer Center. Look for more on this opportunity to support Cancer Research.