McCook, Neb. - The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is seeking information to the wanton waste of a whitetail buck that was killed late in November.

According to the post made to social media, the incident occurred between November 27 and November 28, approximately 1/2 mile south of McCook off Road 384. Anyone with tips about this incident can send tips through the <a href="https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/336b213a7a28486caf955cf368991e16?fbclid=IwY2xjawHFSpVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHeo3fRLYtcxBycKwp3WofXGhcCdIB5oV_bMD6zIMo6IjXKOBSGwJAntqFw_aem_cihKqSrqMHhTTdxtmAv9Uw">Wildlife Crimestoppers Form</a> or call&nbsp;1-800-742-7627. Tips can remain anonymous.

A reward is being off offered that leads to the arrest of the individuals or individuals involved in the crime.

Nebraska Game and Park Commissions seeking information about a killing of a whitetail buck outside of McCook

Kearney, Neb. - The University of Nebraska at Kearney sports communication majors received news that the group has been nominated in three categories for this year's IBS awards in New York City. &nbsp;

Amongst the students is North Platte native Kade Mohr who has been nominated for the second year and this year is a finalist with seniors Jon Willis and Ethan McCormick for "Best Sports Talk Show". All sporting events and talk show aired on 91.1 KLPR the student run radio station during the 2024 year. This marks another year where UNK students have been nominated for the IBS awards in New York City.&nbsp;

Ethan McCormick and Jon Willis - Best Sports Play by Play (Football)&nbsp;

Jon Willis and Traeton Harimon - Best Sports Play By Play (Womens Basketball)&nbsp;

Jon Willis, Kade Mohr and Ethan McCormick - Best Sports Talk Show (Throwin Lopes)&nbsp;

POST news director Canon Rath chatted with UNK Senior Jon Willis about the nominations and more. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

(Audio) UNK Broadcasting students are heading back to New York City for national award ceremony

The holiday season is underway, and the Mid-Plains United Way reminds listeners that the giving tree is at FNBO at the downtown location. The tree started off with around 45 gift ideas but around 15 remain. Also, the united way will be at this year's Ladies Night Out on December 19th.&nbsp;

Post news director Canon Rath chatted with Haven Smith from the Mid-Plains United Way about everything that is going on. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

(Audio) Mid-Plains United Way: Giving Tree, year end giving campaign, and more

North Platte, Neb. - The North Platte city council held a regular meeting on December 3rd and different agendas were discussed amongst the council. Topics this session welcoming new council members, Beveridge Inc's donation to the North Platte Rec Center and so much more.

On Wednesday, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher about the different topics from the council meeting. If you would like to learn more in-depth of what went on during the December 3rd North Platte City Council meeting check out the podcast below or check out the video below the podcast.

(Audio) North Platte City Council Meeting, December 3rd recap

The Prairie Arts Center in North Platte is hosting Christmas at the Pac this Saturday with tons of different activities for everyone to enjoy. The event kicks off at 11:00am and runs until 4:00pm however brunch with Santa starts at 10:00am. Tickets for brunch with Santa are limited but are $10 and <a href="https://www.prairieartscenter.org/event-details/christmas-at-the-pac">can be purchased here</a>.&nbsp;

Saturday is shaping to be a beautiful day in North Platte and enjoy it at the PAC for holiday fun. Live artist demos from around the state, a chainsaw demo, face painting and so much more going on. During the week, POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Holly Carlini from the Prairie Arts Center to talk about all the fun coming on Saturday. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

(Audio) Prairie Arts Center preparing for Christmas at the Pac this Saturday

North Platte, Neb. - The Salvation Army is gearing up for the next few weeks as the group heads into their busy time of the month with Christmas quickly approaching. The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to ring at different locations throughout North Platte and if you have time this week, it is supposed to be a very nice week to get out and ring. If you would like to sign up and ring, <a href="https://www.registertoring.com/">click here.&nbsp;</a>

Last week was the Thanksgiving box distribution for families who signed up and this year the group doubled the number of boxes compared to last year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"We were able to give out almost 300 boxes of food. Each food box had a turkey, and it was like a full bird turkey, they had stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, you know, some cranberries, whatever, whatever you can really think of that would go on. You would see on the Thanksgiving table.  We were able to help out almost 300 families this year," said Camon Landry. "I think last year we were around 160,170ish. So yeah, pretty close to doubling what we were able to do last year."&nbsp;

On Tuesday, Post news director Canon Rath chatted with Camon Landry for their weekly conversation. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

(Audio) Salvation Army: Thanksgiving box distribution recap, volunteers needed to ring and more

North Platte, Ne - The Lincoln, Logan, McPherson County Extension Office recently announced the formation of a "First Lego Robotics League". According to Extension Educator Caitlyn Jacobson, the league programs and codes robots to go through obsicle courses. Jacobson said "theres a team of young people that programs and codes a robot to go through an obstacle course. Every year the state has a competition in Lincoln along with competitions around the state; but there's a different obstacle every year and you just kinda work towards as a team figuring out how to program your robot to successfully go through this obstacle course."

Nick Newland, a local 12 year old recently signed up for the team joined Jacobson in the Eagle Media Studio to talk about the new program, Nick says, "I really like doing Legos and my mom told me about 4-H and that they have a robotics class and I was really excited because I'm really into coding and doing robotics and Legos and she told me that was for Legos too, and I was really excited when she said she could sign up."

(LISTEN TO FULL INTERVIEW HERE, Sponsored by North Platte Kubota)

Many think 4H is all about arts, crafts and animals, but according to Jacobson, "our main wheel-house is about finding out what our youth are interested in and how we can essentially get them to where we want them to go, and to grow in a positive way and be able to thrive in today's world. You know there's a whole lot of jobs in that realm that haven't even been invented yet and this is a great way for you to get their toes in and be prepared when they step out post high school when they leave and they go to college or whatever they're gonna do post high school. Then they have that experience a little little bit already so they're just that much more prepared to take whatever life throws at them. A lot of people pointed out that technology is incorporated into any job that you were going into and that's really kind of where our focus is,&nbsp; just looking at the big picture and seeing how we can help prepare our youth for right now that will help them in their future".&nbsp;

For more information, reach out to Caitlyn Jacobson at&nbsp;caitlyn.jacobson@unl.edu

(Podcast) 4H Extension Offering Robotics Team

North Platte, Neb. - The 11th Guardians of the Children's Toy Drive is off to a fantastic start with the community coming together to donate toys. Over 30 drop off locations throughout North Platte for those who wish to donate a toy. Toys need to be unopened when donating. The GOC will be collecting toys until December 7th. Click here to learn where all the drop off locations are.&nbsp;

Earlier in the week, POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Tuna to give us an update on the toy drive, about upcoming events the GOC is hosting, how Tuna got involved with GOC and so much more. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

(Audio) Guardians of the Children Toy Drive off to a fantastic start, other holiday events coming up

The 2024 North Platte Elks Hoop Shoot is back on December 8th at Adams Middle School. The event is for boys and girls ages 8-13 and students will shoot 25 free throws. Students who win each division will move the ranks to compete for a chance to go to Chicago for the finals. The girls shoot at 1:00pm and boys shoot at 2:00pm. The event is free for those who want to participate.&nbsp;

Earlier in the Week Post news director Canon Rath chatted with Lenny Hassel from the Elks lodge about the event. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

(Audio) 2024 North Platte Elks Hoop Shoot taking place in December

The Salvation Army has been busy with the Holiday season underway. On Tuesday, Thanksgiving boxes were distributed to those who signed up. Volunteers are needed for ringing the bells and so much more. &nbsp;

On Tuesday, POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Camon and Chaslyn Landry from the Salvation Army about everything that is going on. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

(Audio) Salvation Army: Ringing Volunteers needed, recap Kettle kickoff event and more!

Post news director Canon Rath chatted with Camon Landry earlier in the week to discuss the kickoff of the holiday, discuss the Westfield Christmas Party on Saturday and more. To learn more, check out the podcast below.

(Audio) Salvation Army holiday season is underway

North Platte, Neb. - The North Platte Police Department along with law enforcement agencies nationwide will participate in the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over”, high-visibility, drunk driving enforcement campaign from December 11th through January 1st 2025.&nbsp; 

Drivers will see more law enforcement on the road with zero tolerance for impaired driving.&nbsp; The goal as always is to save lives.&nbsp; The average DUI arrest costs $10,000 in attorney’s fees, fines, court costs, lost time at work, higher insurance rates and more.&nbsp; Plan ahead during the Christmas and New Years celebrations and designate a sober driver or call a rideshare.&nbsp;

North Platte Police to participate in "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign

&nbsp; North Platte, Neb. - The North Platte Police Department is attempting to identify the subject in this photo, as part of a theft investigation.  If you have any information that may help identify this subject, please call the North Platte Police Department at 308-535-6789. 

You may also submit your information with the Lincoln County Crime Stoppers by placing your tip online at <a href="http://lincolncountycrimestoppers.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3UB4koawAqx-Lx6R40MUhEVV0GdjUXYBU-a2kZKToiaIas1vQU9QfkZu8_aem_HbK43Dv4pyexRmkBjwq3Iw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or by calling 1-800-933-TIPS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Platte Police seeking public help identify connected with a theft investigation 

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Andrea Brueggeman (Library, Cemetery, Tree Board)

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Kimberly Bishop (Airport, Park &amp; Rec, Planning/Zoning)

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Tierney Petersen (City Hall, Economic Development)

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sam Sims (Public Works, CRA)

Grant City Council Agenda - December 10, 2024

&nbsp;OGALLALA - The Ogallala City Council is hosting their meeting today, December 10th.&nbsp;Below is tonight's agenda for the meeting:

12/10 Ogallala City Council Meeting Agenda

NPPS Announces Preschool & Kindergarten Registration

The Hot Sheets: December 10th, 2024

The Hot Sheets: December 9th, 2024

Kyle Lewis Mull, 23, North Platte and Jordan Anne Leal, 22, North Platte

Caleb Leroy Smith, 32, North Platte and April Nicole Rossetti, 32, North Platte

Marriage Licenses For Lincoln County (Week of December 2nd)

NPHS Powerlifting Results

Story by NU Athletic Communications

Lincoln -&nbsp;Senior transfer Alberte Rimdal led a balanced Big Red attack with 12 points and a career-high six assists, as No. 25 Nebraska rolled to an 84-65 women's basketball win over previously unbeaten Minnesota in the Big Ten Conference opener for both teams on Sunday afternoon at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Senior Alexis Markowski just missed a double-double with 11 points and a game-high nine rebounds, while Minnesotan Callin Hake added 11 points of her own including a trio of three-pointers to help the Huskers improve to 8-1 overall and 1-0 in the Big Ten. Nebraska also extended its home winning streak to 10 straight games. The Golden Gophers slipped to 10-1 overall and 0-1 in the conference.

Amiah Hargrove rounded out the four Huskers in double figures with 10 points and a career-high eight rebounds in just 14 minutes off the bench to lead a hugely productive effort by the Big Red freshmen. Petra Bozan pitched in nine points and five rebounds, while Britt Prince contributed seven points and a career-high seven boards to go along with three assists.&nbsp;

As a group, Nebraska's freshmen combined for 26 points and 20 rebounds in 55 total minutes, while Minnesota's four returning starters of Amaya Battle, Mallory Heyer, Sophie Hart and Grace Grocholski combined for 31 points and 20 rebounds in 116 minutes.

Logan Nissley contributed eight points, while Kendall Moriarty added seven points in strong efforts. Minnesotan Kendall Coley also pitched in five points and six rebounds in her second consecutive start. Coley scored all five of her points late in the second period to send Nebraska to halftime with a 36-19 lead.

Nebraska's 84 points were 28 more than any of the previous 10 Gopher opponents were able to muster, as the Huskers hit 51.7 percent (31-60) of their field goals, including 12-of-28 threes (.429) against a Minnesota squad that had been allowing just 46 points per game. The Big Red also dominated the glass, 49-30, against a Gopher club that entered the game with a plus-8.8 margin on the boards.&nbsp;

The Huskers held Minnesota to just 35.2 percent (25-71) shooting for the game, including just 17.9 percent (7-39) in the first half. The Gophers finished 5-for-21 from three-point range after going 1-for-14 in the first half. Minnesota did win the turnover battle, 15-4.

Nebraska opened the game on a 12-2 surge that included four points from Markowski, a putback from Nissley and back-to-back threes from Prince and Hake to set the tone for the game.&nbsp;

Minnesota rallied to cut the lead to six points at 17-11, before Hargrove sparked a 10-0 run with eight straight points in a 1:09 stretch, including back-to-back three-pointers. Prince capped the run with a bucket at the buzzer to send the Huskers to the second quarter with a 27-11 lead.

In a low-scoring second quarter, Minnesota cut the lead to 27-15 with two early baskets before Rimdal scored four straight. Alexsia Rose, who had 10 points in just over 11 minutes off the bench for the Gophers, then scored Minnesota's final four points of the half, while Coley responded with five for the Big Red.

Minnesota scored the first two buckets of the third quarter, and eventually trimmed the margin to 46-34 with 3:36 left in the period. However, a Hargrove basket followed by five straight points from Bozan and a three-pointer from Rimdal capped a 10-1 surge that gave Nebraska its first 20-point of the game at 56-35 with 1:45 left in the quarter and forced a Minnesota timeout.

Nebraska took a 21-point lead to the fourth and built the margin to 28 points, the last time on Moriarty's three-point play with 5:28 left to make it 74-46.

All 11 Huskers scored at least one point and grabbed at least one rebound in the game, while Minnesota played just eight players. Heyer led the Gophers with 12 points and eight rebounds, while Tori McKinney added 11 points. Grocholski and Rose both pitched in 10 points, while former Husker Annika Stewart added nine points, including seven points in the final five minutes to help pull the Gophers within 20 at the buzzer.

Nebraska continues its five-game homestand against Tarleton State on Wednesday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m. (CT). Tickets are available now at Huskers.com. The game will be broadcast on B1G+ and can be heard across the Huskers Radio Network, including Huskers.com.

Huskers overwhelm Gophers in Big Ten opener, 84-65

Story by NPCC Athletic Communications

Cheynne, Wyo. – A 23-point third quarter helped the Golden Eagles of Laramie County defeat North Platte, 74-59, on Saturday afternoon.

Zaily Mazarin led the Knights with 18 points on 8-of-10 shooting from the field, while Jada Thompson chipped in 12 points and four steals off the bench.

North Platte matched the Golden Eagles bucket for bucket well into the second quarter. A layup by Nariah Golden sparked an 8-3 run that helped North Platte build a 21-16 lead. Laramie County responded to retake the lead on a three by Nuria Florensa with 4:55 remaining.

Kateria Gooden broke up the rally with a free throw line jumper, but another run extended the Golden Eagles lead to 33-26 inside the final three minutes. Back-to-back buckets from Mazarin triggered the Knights offense, as they closed the quarter on a 7-0 run to tie the game up at 33-33.

Out of the break, Laramie County used a 13-4 run to build a 46-39 advantage. North Platte would cut the deficit to four two minutes later, but Laramie County never let the Knights get any closer down the stretch.

North Platte (6-6) will return home to take on the Broncos of Hastings College JV on Tuesday. Tip is set for 5:30 p.m. inside the McDonald-Belton Gymnasium

Knights fall short against Laramie County

North Platte, Neb. – Justus Michael and Mo Diao each finished the game with a double-double, as North Platte dominates Laramie County, 97-76, on Saturday afternoon.

Michael recorded 21 points and 11 rebounds, while Diao added 18 points and 12 rebounds against the Golden Eagles. Sedrick Nari chipped in 14 points on 4-of-10 shooting from the field, while Maurice Reide added 12 points to round out the North Platte double digit scorers.

North Platte trailed for only 32 seconds in the entire game, which came in the opening minutes of the first half. In a tightly contested battle, Laramie County jumped out to a 5-3 lead on a three pointer by Andre Bennett. A 9-1 spurt behind four points from Diao put the Knights back out front with 16:26 remaining.

Laramie County cut the margin down to one twice over the next 3:26, but an 11-4 run pushed the Knights lead to 37-25 inside five minutes to play. Laramie County used eight straight points from Bennett to trim the margin to four, but a clutch three from Alex Harper triggered another short run to help North Platte carry a 46-37 lead into the break.

The Knights lead grew to as many as 25 in the second half, as they continued to control the tempo on their way to a 21-point win.

North Platte shot 44.2 percent (34-77) from the field, while connecting on 10-of-24 from long range. Knights won the rebounding battle, 54-36, while turning 19 offensive rebounds into 22 second chance points.&nbsp;

Knights (6-5) open conference action on Tuesday with Central Community College. Tip is set for 7:30 p.m. inside the McDonald-Belton Gymnasium.

Knights dominate Golden Eagles at home

Amherst 64, South Loup (Callaway/Arnold) 36

Dundy County Stratton 70, Creek Valley 28

North Platte St. Patrick's 50, Bridgeport 42

Amherst 57, South Loup (Callaway/Arnold) 15

Bridgeport 57, North Platte St. Patrick's 22

Dundy County Stratton 75, Creek Valley 14

Gavin Bryant (3-1) placed 5th and scored 7.5 team points.

Maddux Hernandez (3-2) placed 4th and scored 10.0 team points.

Brody Pitner (4-0) placed 1st and scored 19.5 team points.

Tyler Haneborg (3-1) placed 2nd and scored 18.0 team points.

Kirk Wilson (4-0) placed 1st and scored 21.5 team points.

Jaxon Ayres (2-3) placed 7th and scored 5.0 team points.

Keeghan Clouse (4-1) placed 3rd and scored 15.0 team points.

Isaiah Odell (1-3) placed 10th and scored 4.0 team points.

Lathen Huntsman (2-2) placed 4th and scored 10.0 team points.

Reece Perry (4-1) placed 2nd and scored 19.5 team points.

Breckin Torrez (0-2) placed 9th and scored 0.0 team points.

Jaxon Halverson (2-1) placed 6th and scored 7.0 team points.

Jade Stockton (4-1) placed 3rd and scored 15.0 team points.

Magdalena Street (1-4) placed 4th and scored 7.0 team points.

Sally Christopher (0-3) placed 6th and scored 2.0 team points.

Leah Hazen (1-3) placed 10th and scored 4.0 team points.

Ariana Alcorta (5-0) placed 1st and scored 25.0 team points.

Brooklynn Brown (3-2) placed 7th and scored 9.0 team points.

Daniely Giraud (0-4) placed 9th and scored 0.0 team points.

Finley Cauffman (0-4) placed 8th and scored 0.0 team points.

Emmy Halverson (2-3) placed 7th and scored 6.0 team points.

October Gilbert (2-3) placed 7th and scored 5.0 team points.

GiGi Rivas (3-2) placed 4th and scored 13.0 team points.

Area Sports scores and Wrestling Results from 12-07

North Platte, Neb. – Freshman Zaily Mazarin scored a career best 29 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in a 71-62 loss to Air Force Prep on Wednesday night.

Mazarin now has four double-doubles in ten career games for the black and gold. Nariah Golden, Nevaeh Golden and EmmaJo Locks each recorded seven points for North Platte.

A 10-1 run midway through the first quarter gave the Huskies a 18-9 lead. Sa'Naii May connected from long range to break up the run, before five straight points pushed the margin to 11 at the end of the opening ten minutes.

North Platte used an 8-2 run to open the second quarter to cut the margin to five on a jumper by Kateria Gooden. The Huskies responded with a 14-4 run over the final eight minutes to build their largest lead of the game at the halftime break, 41-24.

Mazarin led the second half resurgence by scoring nine of North Platte's 11 points to open the third quarter. The Huskies lead never trickled under ten in the frame, as they held a 55-40 lead headed into the final quarter.

A 12-2 run to open the final ten minutes cut the margin to five on a three by Nariah Golden. Air Force Prep retaliated with their own run over the next 2:38 to stretch their lead back into double digits. The Huskies continued to hold the momentum down the stretch to close out the win.

Knights (6-4) will begin a two-game road trip beginning with the Lancers of Eastern Wyoming College on Friday. Tip is set for 6 p.m. in Torrington, Wyo.

Mazarin has career night in loss to Huskies

December 4, 2024 — American Legion P.R. Halligan Post #163 in North Platte invites the public to watch the 125th&nbsp;Army-Navy Football Game presented by USAA on Dec. 14 at Brothers Tavern. The American Legion is the first veterans service organization to be an Associate Level Sponsor of "America's Game" in its history.

The sponsorship allows The American Legion, the nation’s largest veterans service organization with 1.7 million members, to raise awareness about Be the One, its primary mission to reduce the number of veterans and servicemembers lost to suicide.

"While we know the game will provide our nation's veterans and other fans entertainment, it's also true that many are suffering inside," American Legion Chief Marketing Officer Dean Kessel said. "That's why bringing Be the One to millions of military supporters is so important. By raising awareness of the suicide crisis in forums like this, we are effectively increasing the probability of servicemembers, veterans, their families, and other military supporters to Be the One to save one life."

Location: Brothers Tavern, 215 E 6th, North Platte

American Legion P.R. Halligan Post #163 to host Army-Navy Game watch party

Kearney, Neb. –&nbsp;Three members of the fifth-ranked Nebraska Kearney volleyball team have been selected to the 2024 Division II Conference Commissioners Association (D2CCA) All-Central Region team.&nbsp;

The squad is voted upon by College Sports Communicators (CSC) from within the region; the Central includes the MIAA, Great American Conference (GAC) and Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). First-team honorees move onto the national ballot where they could earn All-American status.Graduate libero&nbsp;Alli Wiese&nbsp;(Mattawan, Mich.) makes the first team with middle&nbsp;Mia Berg&nbsp;(Eureka, Mo.) and setter&nbsp;Peyton Neff&nbsp;(North Platte) on the second team.

This is the first D2CCA honor for both Berg and Neff with Wiese earning the honor last year for Hillsdale (Mich.) College. This is the first time UNK has had a player on this squad since 2019.Entering the NCAA Tournament tomorrow morning in St. Cloud, Wiese is at 5.55 digs per set with 34 service aces and 84 assists. She joins Neff as Lopers to have appeared in all 107 sets to date. Next, Berg hits .326 and provides 3.2 kills and 1.1 blocks per set with Neff running one of the nation's top offenses (14.1 kps and a .262 pct.).

Individually, Neff currently is at 12.5 assists, 2.6 digs, 0.7 blocks and 0.5 kills per set with 16 aces.

UNK (30-2) faces 32nd-ranked Washburn (20-7) at 11 a.m. in&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://scsuhuskies.com/sports/2024/11/26/2024-ncaa-volleyball-central-regional">St. Cloud, Minn.</a>

North Platte's Peyton Neff part of three UNK Volleyball players named to D2CCA All-Central Region Team

Lincoln&nbsp;- Britt Prince scored 14 points to lead four Huskers in double figures as No. 25 Nebraska outscored Lindenwood 42-18 in the second half to pull away for a69-48 women's basketball win at Pinnacle Bank Arena on Tuesday night.

Prince, a freshman from Omaha, scored 11 points in the second half to help the Huskers improve to 7-1 on the season, while Lindenwood slipped to 4-3.

Alexis Markowski, who scored eight points in the fourth quarter, added her third consecutive double-double with 11 points and a game-high 11 rebounds for the Huskers, while Callin Hake contributed 12 points, six rebounds, three assists and four steals.&nbsp;

Freshman Petra Bozan rounded out the four Huskers in double figures with 10 points and three rebounds in strong effort that included eight points in the first half to keep the Huskers within striking distance. Logan Nissley added a solid effort of her own with nine points, while Allison Weidner and Jessica Petrie both pitched in four points in a low-scoring affair.&nbsp;

Nebraska prevailed despite going 1-for-10 from three-point range in the first half, while Lindenwood connected on 6-of-13 first-half threes. The hot shooting by the Lions allowed them to take a 30-27 lead to halftime, after the Huskers led 15-14 at the end of the opening quarter.

Hake, Prince and Nissley set the tone for Nebraska at the start of the third quarter, combining for 12 points to shoot the Huskers to a 39-36 lead at the first media timeout in the second half. Prince added a three-pointer in the closing minute of the quarter to send the Big Red to the fourth with a 46-41 edge.

The fourth quarter was all Huskers, as another Prince triple pushed the margin to double digits for the first time at 58-48 with 4:40 left. Prince's three was part of a 16-0 Nebraska run to close the game that included a three-pointer by Kendall Coley, who made her first career start in 113 games as a Husker.

For the game, Nebraska finished at 45.3 percent (29-64) shooting, including 6-of-22 from three-point range after going 5-for-12 in the second half. The Big Red won the battle of the boards, 43-35, while also finishing with a plus-six turnover margin (19-13).

The Huskers held Lindenwood to 1-for-12 from long range in the second half with the long make coming on a bank shot from the deep right wing - the second deep bank shot of the night for the Lions. After going 11-for-26 overall from the field in the first half, Lindenwood was held to just 6-for-29 shooting in the second half by the Huskers to finish the night at 30.9 percent (17-55).&nbsp;

Ellie Bruggemann led Lindenwood with nine points and six rebounds, while Bellevue East graduate Mya Skoff and Gracie Kelsey each added seven points off the bench. Justis Odom, Gracy Wernli and Alyssa Nielsen each pitched in five points for the Lions.

Nebraska opens Big Ten Conference action at home on Sunday by taking on unbeaten Minnesota. Tip-off between the No. 25 Huskers and 10-0 Golden Gophers is set for 1 p.m. (CT) with tickets available now at Huskers.com. The game will be televised live by the Big Ten Network and can be heard across the Huskers Radio Network, including Huskers.com.

Huskers pull away from Lions, 69-48

Hastings, Neb. – The Knights men’s basketball team eclipsed the century mark in a 101-61 win over Hastings College JV on Tuesday night.

“We were really unselfish on offense and aggressive on defensive tonight,” said head coach Jacob Brandl. “Our guys were completely locked in from start to finish and I thought our attention to detail was the best it has been.”

It was a tightly contested opening five minutes until a 21-3 run propelled the Knights out to a 29-13 lead. During the nearly six-minute stretch,&nbsp;Maurice Reide&nbsp;led the Knights with six points including a one-handed jam in transition.

Broncos cut the margin to 29-15 with 6:35 to play, but an 8-3 burst by the Knights extended their lead to 19. Hastings once again paused the rally with a corner three, before an 11-2 run gave the Knights a 48-23 halftime lead.

North Platte surged out of the break to construct a 63-31 lead on a pair of Reide free throws. A quick 7-0 Bronco burst narrowed the margin to 25 with 13:54 to play. The Knights never let the Broncos get any closer as they stretched their lead to 40 by the end of regulation.

North Platte (4-5) will return to Region IX action against the Lancers of Eastern Wyoming College on Friday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. inside the McDonald-Belton Gymnasium in North Platte.

Knights eclipse century mark in win over Broncos

KEARNEY, NEB. – Cody Maricle of Boone County took top honors at the 2024 Nebraska Farm Bureau (NEFB) Collegiate Discussion Meet. The award was announced Dec. 10 at the Member Appreciation luncheon at Nebraska Farm Bureau’s 107th&nbsp;Annual Meeting and Convention in Kearney. &nbsp;

Maricle earned the top score during the final round of Nebraska Farm Bureau’s Collegiate Discussion Meet held during the Nebraska Farm Bureau Annual Meeting and Convention. The contest aims to simulate a committee meeting rather than a debate where competitors offer solutions to timely problems facing agriculture. &nbsp;

Maricle is a junior at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Precision Agriculture with minors in the Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program and Nebraska Beef Industry Scholars.

Farm Bureau student members can compete in the Collegiate Discussion Meet through their senior year of college. As the Nebraska winner, Maricle will receive $250 and an all-expense paid trip to the 2025 American Farm Bureau FUSION Conference in Denver, Colo. in March to compete with other state winners at the national level.

The Nebraska Farm Bureau is a grassroots, state-wide organization dedicated to supporting farm and ranch families and working for the benefit of all Nebraskans through a wide variety of educational, service, and advocacy efforts. More than 55,000 families across Nebraska are Farm Bureau members, working together to achieve rural and urban prosperity as agriculture is a key fuel to Nebraska’s economy. For more information about Nebraska Farm Bureau and agriculture, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nefb.org/" target="_blank">www.nefb.org</a>.

Cody Maricle is Named Collegiate Discussion Meet Champion

United States Attorney Susan Lehr announced that Shelby Olson, age 46, of Kearney, Nebraska, was sentenced December 10, 2024, in federal court in Lincoln, Nebraska for distributing 50 grams or more of actual methamphetamine. Senior United States District Judge John M. Gerrard sentenced Olson to 120 months’ imprisonment. There is no parole in the federal system. After Olson is released from prison, he will begin a 5-year term of supervised release.

On June 23, 2022, a confidential informant (CI) purchased 57.2 grams of meth from Olson. On June 30, 2022, the CI purchased 57.6 grams of meth from Olson. On July 7, 2022, the CI purchased 60.2 grams of meth from Olson.

All purchases were audio and video recorded with a positive identification of Olson. The first purchase occurred in a commercial motor vehicle, and Olson was recorded smoking meth while he was driving.

This case was investigated by&nbsp;the Nebraska State Patrol.

Central Nebraska Man Sentenced for Distributing Methamphetamine

KEARNEY, NEB. – In his annual address at the Nebraska Farm Bureau Annual Meeting and Convention, Nebraska Farm Bureau President Mark McHargue emphasized the crucial importance of farmers and ranchers uniting to safeguard agriculture and the way of life for their families.&nbsp;

“Nebraska ranks among the leading agricultural states in the country. Our focus is on producing healthy, safe, and sustainable food to support a growing global population, all while safeguarding our natural resources. This is not a matter of choosing one over the other; we can achieve both objectives,” said McHargue.&nbsp;

Returning from a recent trade mission to the United Kingdom (UK), McHargue reflected on the parallels of agriculture between the US and UK, observing that while the challenges faced are alike, the approaches to addressing them vary significantly. McHargue stressed the critical need to maintain profitability in Nebraska’s agricultural sector remains as farmers face a challenging economic landscape.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Nebraska, which has a land area comparable to that of the UK, produces nearly twice as much agricultural output, totaling $30 billion. However, the future of agriculture in Nebraska depends on balancing environmental stewardship with the need for sustainable, profitable food production. Recent investments in the state—ranging from sustainable beef production and sustainable aviation fuel to dairy growth and more—underscore Nebraska's dedication to enhancing its agricultural sector in the face of ongoing challenges,” said McHargue&nbsp;

Reducing the property tax burden for residents of Nebraska has consistently been a priority for the Nebraska Farm Bureau. McHargue expressed gratitude to members for their efforts in successfully opposing a legislative proposal during the special session that aimed to tax agricultural inputs, while also emphasizing the ongoing necessity to advocate for property tax relief and address the missing year of the refundable income tax credit.&nbsp;

“Most Nebraskans are expecting to be able to claim their property tax relief for 2023 school taxes paid this year when they file their taxes next spring. Unless we fix this that is not going to happen. While we recognize the Legislature's efforts to implement an automatic tax credit, it is essential to address the modifications made during the special session that could lead to an increase in taxes for most property owners by over half a billion dollars. All property owners who paid their 2023 property taxes in compliance with state law should be treated the same,” said McHargue.&nbsp;

McHargue pointed out that the regulatory obstacles encountered by farmers in the UK are leading to decreased efficiency and productivity. He emphasized the efforts of the Nebraska Farm Bureau in advocating against unnecessary regulations that fail to support farming and ranching families, including the EPA’s new strategies causing significant reduction in the use of crop protection products and California’s Proposition 12.&nbsp;

“It’s crucial that we protect Nebraska’s producers and ensure that science-based methods remain at the forefront of agricultural production. California's Proposition 12, which forces Nebraska pork and poultry producers to adopt non-scientific production methods in order to sell into the California market, has created significant challenges for our industry. Farm Bureau is actively working to secure a legislative solution in the next Farm Bill,” said McHargue.&nbsp;

According to McHargue, the trade mission to the UK looked to build on a long trading relationship despite four years of inaction by the Biden administration.&nbsp;

"Bilateral and multilateral trade deals are essential if we're going to catch up with our competitors who never stopped their trade conversations. When you look at the trade imbalance we've seen in agriculture over the past two years—a trend we haven't experienced in many years—it raises real concerns. There are plenty of competitors in the global market looking to displace American agriculture. Regaining these lost markets could take years,” said McHargue. “Should the US implement additional tariffs it could have serious implications, which is why it’s crucial for the future of agriculture that we push for enhanced market access and opportunities for the crops and livestock produced in Nebraska.”&nbsp;

The Nebraska Farm Bureau Annual Meeting and Convention was held Dec. 8-10 in Kearney, Neb.&nbsp;

The Nebraska Farm Bureau is a grassroots, state-wide organization dedicated to supporting farm and ranch families and working for the benefit of all Nebraskans through a wide variety of educational, service, and advocacy efforts. More than 55,000 families across Nebraska are Farm Bureau members, working together to achieve rural and urban prosperity as agriculture is a key fuel to Nebraska’s economy. For more information about Nebraska Farm Bureau and agriculture, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nefb.org/" target="_blank">www.nefb.org</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nebraska Farm Bureau President Highlights Importance of Safeguarding Agriculture; Reducing Property Tax Burden; Developing Trade Partnerships 

Lincoln, NE – Nebraska Lottery tickets can help you spread instant joy this holiday season. But when you're making up your gift list, only give tickets to people who are old enough to play.

By law, Nebraska Lottery tickets may only be purchased and redeemed by persons who are 19 years or older.

“We always encourage players to play responsibly, and we ask them to give responsibly as well,” said Lottery Director Brian Rockey. “Nebraska Lottery tickets are colorful, fun, and a great gift idea, but they should only be given to recipients who are at least 19 years of age.”

The Nebraska Lottery has joined lotteries and community organizations around the world for the 2024 Gift Responsibly Campaign organized by the&nbsp;<a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.qkacV-2FUEFnhDrHGFtQlhVOS9W-2FdqMSOb5r93fq2xtv5QsReqVT-2BI7qyV5-2BQZEq-2BF4cj5_zp2viNv8WmCDmvKbS8g-2FumCH-2BSIkHTUhcISA1gweg93LIwGEu7Eu0ohNOhpJ1nCtJT3xXLcGnwndj0t64QaXbVDk0wvL65KD1iN4vYB7rKAhKu1l-2FBLlTpj0KgRYXUJnyOsjbMr0uM4DUHcgUxbAAR90MdEViKGenmIFF3E-2BiHHtvm8HAGB9rj3uIR239y1jQofbgoIXfk9Ari5Hec-2BT7KHJbCvvbz-2B-2BHWaU6JnlhDLNAEDAyPDyZyuiOWpKBC7mLJok-2FPdsa741Td8LqVujBiV-2BWogpuI4ZMqkpof3lhFkcsALVpKe-2B7pJ-2Bpx7e38DnY3-2FhjxIZTCDP3ifI4XbJtl4ywHzwzQC-2BbSXI6M4oKHaaxgIgf2QHnGZXcS-2BbLbSkMt8JWG7CVk-2FqSGUFrk0Qlw-3D-3D" target="_blank">National Council on Problem Gambling</a>&nbsp;(NCPG) and supported by the&nbsp;<a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.qkacV-2FUEFnhDrHGFtQlhVAogCYYw5DYSjPfCFjB12AQ-3DXSz3_zp2viNv8WmCDmvKbS8g-2FumCH-2BSIkHTUhcISA1gweg93LIwGEu7Eu0ohNOhpJ1nCtJT3xXLcGnwndj0t64QaXbVDk0wvL65KD1iN4vYB7rKAhKu1l-2FBLlTpj0KgRYXUJnyOsjbMr0uM4DUHcgUxbAAR90MdEViKGenmIFF3E-2BiHHtvm8HAGB9rj3uIR239y1jQofbgoIXfk9Ari5Hec-2BT7KHJbCvvbz-2B-2BHWaU6JnlhDKfqjG9X1utT2pH-2BfIHByiPCurx7Gaza-2FaFaQN78VH8KLk17wbzFF40dUvivUaXf6JKzwnkwpKf2HKdicwauF8M6ORjff-2ByBVGET1pgq1fJvspp35ogzs6-2FWQJJz5hS5-2BMy4cr-2F7UvXnb1dnoyIe2FfHabgy5CiAPOkTzQF3ms8iA-3D-3D" target="_blank">North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries</a>&nbsp;(NASPL). During the holidays the Nebraska Lottery will work to promote awareness about the risks of underage lottery play using social media and in-store signage.

Rockey noted that each ticket, whether Scratch or Lotto, carries the minimum age (19) reminder, and the same message appears on in-store signage. “No matter how clever or attractive a game may be, it should always be played in moderation and only be given to individuals who are of legal age to play,” said Rockey.

When you give Nebraska Lottery tickets, you’re helping to build a better Nebraska. A total of $1.003 billion in Lottery proceeds has been distributed since the Nebraska Lottery began operation on September 11, 1993. &nbsp;

Amendment 4 passed by Nebraska voters in November of 2004 established the following distribution formula: Education as directed by the Legislature (44.5 percent); Nebraska Environmental Trust Fund (44.5 percent); Nebraska State Fair (10 percent); and the Compulsive Gamblers Assistance Fund (1 percent, plus the first $500,000 in fund proceeds each fiscal year).

Every county in Nebraska has benefited from projects funded by Nebraska Lottery proceeds.

Nebraska Lottery Tickets Make Great Gifts, If You’re At Least 19

<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/12/10/far-fewer-seek-state-concealed-carry-permits-after-2023-law-allows-carrying-without-one/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

LINCOLN — Advocates for removing the requirement for a state permit to carry a concealed handgun argued that Nebraska gun owners would still obtain the license because it lets them legally carry in some other states.

But state statistics indicate that hasn’t been the case.

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