Stories from Monday, May 11, 2020

The National Headquarters for American Legion Baseball officially canceled all sanctioned play across America Sunday evening. However, an official press release stated teams can still play unsanctioned summer baseball seasons "if they choose." It's really not a matter of choice, as McCook Legion secretary Jeff Gross stated all will depend on Nebraska governor Pete Ricketts and Southwest Nebraska Health Department directives...

LINCOLN, Neb. — Today, Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts provided an update on upcoming guidelines for organized youth sports. The guidelines apply only to team sports. Individual sports such as golf and tennis (including doubles tennis) are not prohibited under any Directed Health Measures, however, participants must still practice social distancing...

LINCOLN, Neb. — A rundown of some baseball and softball guidelines from Nebraska governor Pete Ricketts as practices have been approved to start June 1 with games beginning June 18: — Fan attendance is limited to household members of players for each team...

McCOOK, Neb. -- Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) has confirmed the first positive rabies case in the health district for the year, found in a skunk. “We want to remind all residents to be aware of their surroundings and to not approach or handle wild or unfamiliar animals, “explains Melissa Propp, Disease Surveillance Coordinator...

Police Activity Log McCook Police Department reports, listed by block number. Call 308-345-3450 if you have information about any of the calls. Friday, May 8, 2020 00:05 500 West C - Citizen Assist 00:37 500 West C - Report of Suspicious Activity 00:50 400 East B - Open Door...