Located in Scotts Bluff County, in western Nebraska, the city of Scottsbluff was founded in 1899, across the North Platte River from the bluff for which it was named, now part of the National Park Service, known as Scotts Bluff National Monument. Scottsbluff is across the river from Gering, an older but small community on the south side of the river, while Scottsbluff was built along the north banks. Like many other towns, settlement of Scottsbluff was largely encouraged by the extension of the railroad to the area. Shortly after the Burlington Railroad was extended along the North Platte Valley, the town site was laid out and businesses came to the new town, including stores, a hotel, and a newspaper. Although Gering and Scottsbluff are independent cities, they have always been connected to one another in many ways, including the sharing of some facilities, and a Chamber of Commerce that represents businesses in both cities.
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Headquartered in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Action Communications provides wireless broadband Internet services, broadband DSL, Dish television, and dial-up Internet services. Its services are outlined, and area news headlines are posted on its site.
http://www.scottsbluff.net/
City guide and information resource for Scottsbluff residents, visitors and businesses. Provides access to general and governmental data, public documents/forms, and city departments' service offerings.
http://www.scottsbluff.org/
Scottsbluff Vision Clinic & Eastern Wyoming Eye Clinic
The doctors and staff of the optometric facility in Scottsbluff, Nebraska are introduced, with details of its services, products, and appointment policies. Its office hours are posted to the site.
http://www.scottsbluffvisionclinic.com/
Scottsbluff/Gering United Chamber of Commerce
Official site of businesses and professionals in the unified areas of Scottsbluff and Gering. Chamber and community calendars are also featured in the site, as well as community and visitor resources.
http://www.scottsbluffgering.net/
Publishes news photographs and articles about current affairs in the city and across America. Includes local weather, sports coverage, opinion articles and obituaries.
http://www.starherald.com/
Promotes the county’s attractions, entertainment venues and other points of interest for tourists. Includes a calendar of events in the region and overview of accommodation available.
http://visitscottsbluff.com/
