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North Platte, NE - Mid-Plains United Way, a local nonprofit&nbsp; organization that supports education, health and financial stability in the region, is&nbsp; inviting the community to join FNBO for their 28th Annual Chili Cook-off on Friday,&nbsp; October 6, 2023.&nbsp;

The event will take place from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the main FNBO parking lot&nbsp; (201 N Dewey St) in North Platte. Admission is $10, which includes samples of 20 different chilis prepared by local businesses and organizations. Beverages and&nbsp; desserts will be sold by Mid-Plains United Way and their partner agencies. Guests are&nbsp; encouraged to bring extra cash to vote for their favorite chili, themed booth and pie in&nbsp; the face winner. Local business leaders participating in pie in the face are Gary&nbsp; Person, Nelson Jett, Cooper Grabenstein, Brad Hisel and Jordan Boston. The honor to&nbsp; pie the winner will be auctioned off to the highest bidder!&nbsp;

The Chili Cook-off is the giving campaign kick-off event and one of the major&nbsp; fundraisers for Mid-Plains United Way. This year, campaign funds will be distributed&nbsp; to 11 partner agencies that provide vital services and programs to the residents of&nbsp; Chase, Custer, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Grant, Hayes, Hitchcock, Hooker, Keith,&nbsp; Lincoln, Logan, McPherson, Perkins, Red Willow and Thomas counties. 2023-24&nbsp; partner agencies are Bridge of Hope Child Advocacy Center, Community Action&nbsp; Partnership of Mid-Nebraska-Utilities, Community Connections Mentoring,&nbsp; Community Connections Substance Abuse Prevention, Guardians of the Children, L2&nbsp; for Kids, Lutheran Family Services, Nebraska Youth Center, The Connection&nbsp; Homeless Shelter, North Platte Senior Center and Hope Esperanza.

“We are very grateful to FNBO for hosting the Chili Cook-off again this year and we&nbsp; hope to see a lot of people come out and support our cause,” said Haven Smith, the&nbsp; executive director of Mid-Plains United Way. “It’s a fun and delicious way to show&nbsp; your community spirit and help us make a positive difference in the lives of many&nbsp; people in our area.”&nbsp;

Some of the participants in this year’s Chili Cook-off include Rockabilly Rebelles,&nbsp; Dayspring Bank, WCDHD, Lutheran Family Services, Great Plains Health Quality&nbsp; Dept., Scott Abstract, First Interstate Bank, Trego-Dugan Aviation, Lincoln County&nbsp;&nbsp;

Board of Realtors, Walmart Distribution Center #7018, First National Bank, Lashley&nbsp; Land, Guardians of the Children, and NuStar Energy.&nbsp;

For more information about the Chili Cook-off or to register a team, please call 308- 532-8870 or email unitedway172@gmail.com.&nbsp;

Mid-Plains United Way is a nonprofit organization that unites community resources to&nbsp; fund and support non-profits that improve education, health and financial stability in&nbsp; the region. Mid-Plains United Way is committed to diversity and inclusion and strives&nbsp; to create a strong and caring community for everyone. For more information or to&nbsp; donate online, please visit the Mid-Plains United Way website.

North Platte, NE - Mid-Plains United Way, a local nonprofit&nbsp; organization that supports education, health and financial stability in the region, is&nbsp; inviting the community to join FNBO for their 28th Annual Chili Cook-off on Friday,&nbsp; October 6, 2023.&nbsp;The event will take place from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the main FNBO parking lot&nbsp; (201 N Dewey St) in North Platte. Admission is $10, which includes samples of 20 different chilis prepared by local businesses and organizations. Beverages and&nbsp; desserts will be sold by Mid-Plains United Way and their partner agencies. Guests are&nbsp; encouraged to bring extra cash to vote for their favorite chili, themed booth and pie in&nbsp; the face winner. Local business leaders participating in pie in the face are Gary&nbsp; Person, Nelson Jett, Cooper Grabenstein, Brad Hisel and Jordan Boston. The honor to&nbsp; pie the winner will be auctioned off to the highest bidder!&nbsp;The Chili Cook-off is the giving campaign kick-off event and one of the major&nbsp; fundraisers for Mid-Plains United Way. This year, campaign funds will be distributed&nbsp; to 11 partner agencies that provide vital services and programs to the residents of&nbsp; Chase, Custer, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Grant, Hayes, Hitchcock, Hooker, Keith,&nbsp; Lincoln, Logan, McPherson, Perkins, Red Willow and Thomas counties. 2023-24&nbsp; partner agencies are Bridge of Hope Child Advocacy Center, Community Action&nbsp; Partnership of Mid-Nebraska-Utilities, Community Connections Mentoring,&nbsp; Community Connections Substance Abuse Prevention, Guardians of the Children, L2&nbsp; for Kids, Lutheran Family Services, Nebraska Youth Center, The Connection&nbsp; Homeless Shelter, North Platte Senior Center and Hope Esperanza.“We are very grateful to FNBO for hosting the Chili Cook-off again this year and we&nbsp; hope to see a lot of people come out and support our cause,” said Haven Smith, the&nbsp; executive director of Mid-Plains United Way. “It’s a fun and delicious way to show&nbsp; your community spirit and help us make a positive difference in the lives of many&nbsp; people in our area.”&nbsp;Some of the participants in this year’s Chili Cook-off include Rockabilly Rebelles,&nbsp; Dayspring Bank, WCDHD, Lutheran Family Services, Great Plains Health Quality&nbsp; Dept., Scott Abstract, First Interstate Bank, Trego-Dugan Aviation, Lincoln County&nbsp;&nbsp;Board of Realtors, Walmart Distribution Center #7018, First National Bank, Lashley&nbsp; Land, Guardians of the Children, and NuStar Energy.&nbsp;For more information about the Chili Cook-off or to register a team, please call 308- 532-8870 or email unitedway172@gmail.com.&nbsp;About Mid-Plains United Way&nbsp;Mid-Plains United Way is a nonprofit organization that unites community resources to&nbsp; fund and support non-profits that improve education, health and financial stability in&nbsp; the region. Mid-Plains United Way is committed to diversity and inclusion and strives&nbsp; to create a strong and caring community for everyone. For more information or to&nbsp; donate online, please visit the Mid-Plains United Way website.

First National Bank of Omaha Hosts 28th Annual Chili Cook-off to Benefit Mid Plains United Way 

The Mid-Plains Community College Rodeo Team’s annual fall timed event fundraiser will be Oct. 27-28.

Activities will begin with a breakaway roping jackpot at 6 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Kiplinger Arena in McCook. A team roping jackpot is planned for Oct. 28 at the same location.

The breakaway roping will consist of two long go rounds and a top 10 short round. Each roper will be allowed to enter twice. Only cash will be accepted for entry fees, and the payout will also be cash. Pre-registration is required.

The second day will begin at 10 a.m. with a #12 team roping, the cost of which is $100 per team for four head,&nbsp;progressive on one. It will be a handicap roping with an up and down slide – 1.5 seconds per number with a #10 cutoff.

Immediately following will be the #9 handicap team roping – down slide only. The $80 fee covers four head, progressive on one. There will be a 1.5 second slide per number down with a #5 cutoff. Contestants must be entered by the short round of the number 12 roping. &nbsp;

All events are open to the public and free to watch.

Anyone interested in registering or obtaining more information about the jackpots can contact Keeley Vaughn at (541) 891-7996.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695828035134.jpeg" alt=" Mid-Plains Community College Rodeo Team member Madison McGee swings a loop in the breakaway roping. The team will have a timed event fundraiser Oct. 27-28 in McCook." />
 <figcaption> Mid-Plains Community College Rodeo Team member Madison McGee swings a loop in the breakaway roping. The team will have a timed event fundraiser Oct. 27-28 in McCook.</figcaption>
 </figure>The Mid-Plains Community College Rodeo Team’s annual fall timed event fundraiser will be Oct. 27-28.Activities will begin with a breakaway roping jackpot at 6 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Kiplinger Arena in McCook. A team roping jackpot is planned for Oct. 28 at the same location.The breakaway roping will consist of two long go rounds and a top 10 short round. Each roper will be allowed to enter twice. Only cash will be accepted for entry fees, and the payout will also be cash. Pre-registration is required.The second day will begin at 10 a.m. with a #12 team roping, the cost of which is $100 per team for four head,&nbsp;progressive on one. It will be a handicap roping with an up and down slide – 1.5 seconds per number with a #10 cutoff.Immediately following will be the #9 handicap team roping – down slide only. The $80 fee covers four head, progressive on one. There will be a 1.5 second slide per number down with a #5 cutoff. Contestants must be entered by the short round of the number 12 roping. &nbsp;All events are open to the public and free to watch.Anyone interested in registering or obtaining more information about the jackpots can contact Keeley Vaughn at (541) 891-7996.

 MPCC Rodeo Team to host breakaway/team roping jackpots

Aupperle Plumbing will begin work starting on Tuesday, October 3rd on Willow Street between College Drive and State Farm Road until this project is complete. Willow Street between College Drive and State Farm Road will be closed to any traffic during this project and alternate routes will be necessary.

Access to Osgood Preschool will be from State Farm Road only at this time – please be aware of this change. Please use caution around the construction area and observe and follow all signs for the safety of you and the workers. 

The North Platte Engineering Department would like to thank you in advance for your cooperation in making this a safe and expedient project. If you have any questions, please contact the City of North Platte Engineering Department at 535-6724.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Aupperle Plumbing will begin work starting on Tuesday, October 3rd on Willow Street between College Drive and State Farm Road until this project is complete. Willow Street between College Drive and State Farm Road will be closed to any traffic during this project and alternate routes will be necessary.Access to Osgood Preschool will be from State Farm Road only at this time – please be aware of this change. Please use caution around the construction area and observe and follow all signs for the safety of you and the workers. The North Platte Engineering Department would like to thank you in advance for your cooperation in making this a safe and expedient project. If you have any questions, please contact the City of North Platte Engineering Department at 535-6724.&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpermalink.php%3Fstory_fbid%3Dpfbid022sTGVLSDoXJNYBeHnaj6xvFmb1qi24ahhJcgio9oT7xD9LPrRPMocRxnQmzaMy64l%26id%3D100064472001152&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="277" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Aupperle Plumbing to begin work on Willow Street between College Drive and State Farm Road next Tuesday

<a href="https://cropwatch.unl.edu/author/dipak-santra-alternative-crops-breeding-specialist">Dipak Santra - Alternative Crops Breeding Specialist</a>&nbsp; Panhandle Research &amp; Extensi0n Center

Trials for the winter peas included 16 varieties and were planted in the fall of 2022. The winter pea trials at Perkins County were excellent, considering the dry fall and being planted into dry soil. The peas went into winter without significant stands. Volunteering wheat from the preceding crop hindered a good stand in the spring. Rainy weather meant the volunteer wheat could not be sprayed on time. Not much winter kill was observed. The trails in Cheyenne County failed with dry soils and poor stands in the spring.

The spring pea variety trials planted in the fall of 2023 included 12 varieties. Overall, this year’s spring pea variety testing result was excellent compared to the last two to three years’ extremely poor yield due to drought and high temperature. This year’s weather was ideal, with lots of rain and mild temperatures throughout the growing season. Results were recorded for both Cheyenne and Perkins County, but Box Butte peas failed because of hail.&nbsp;

The trials included winter and spring peas from ProGene and Meridian Seeds, with winter peas from Seed Ranch and spring peas from Valesco Genetics.

Perkins County winter and spring pea seed protein data will be posted at a later date.&nbsp;

For the 2022-23 results of the winter and spring pea variety trials, visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://cropwatch.unl.edu/varietytest/othercrops#pea">CropWatch Variety Testing page</a>. For more information and/or questions, contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:dsantra2@unl.edu">Dipak Santra</a>.

<a href="https://cropwatch.unl.edu/author/dipak-santra-alternative-crops-breeding-specialist">Dipak Santra - Alternative Crops Breeding Specialist</a>&nbsp; Panhandle Research &amp; Extensi0n CenterTrials for the winter peas included 16 varieties and were planted in the fall of 2022. The winter pea trials at Perkins County were excellent, considering the dry fall and being planted into dry soil. The peas went into winter without significant stands. Volunteering wheat from the preceding crop hindered a good stand in the spring. Rainy weather meant the volunteer wheat could not be sprayed on time. Not much winter kill was observed. The trails in Cheyenne County failed with dry soils and poor stands in the spring.The spring pea variety trials planted in the fall of 2023 included 12 varieties. Overall, this year’s spring pea variety testing result was excellent compared to the last two to three years’ extremely poor yield due to drought and high temperature. This year’s weather was ideal, with lots of rain and mild temperatures throughout the growing season. Results were recorded for both Cheyenne and Perkins County, but Box Butte peas failed because of hail.&nbsp;The trials included winter and spring peas from ProGene and Meridian Seeds, with winter peas from Seed Ranch and spring peas from Valesco Genetics.Perkins County winter and spring pea seed protein data will be posted at a later date.&nbsp;For the 2022-23 results of the winter and spring pea variety trials, visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://cropwatch.unl.edu/varietytest/othercrops#pea">CropWatch Variety Testing page</a>. For more information and/or questions, contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:dsantra2@unl.edu">Dipak Santra</a>.

Results for 2023 Nebraska Pea Variety Testing Released

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The Hot Sheets: September 27th, 2023

North Platte Community College will showcase the talents of the top high school musicians in the area Oct. 23.

NPCC’s music department will host the Best of the West Music Festival on its south campus, giving high school students selected through an audition process the opportunity to perform at the collegiate level.

“We implemented auditions this year to make it truly, ‘Best of the West,’ and to provide students with exposure to the auditioning process - something they will find more often as they progress through the music world,” said&nbsp;Kristin Simpson, NPCC music instructor.

Thirty-one high school musicians from nine schools were selected for inclusion in the festival. They are:

The high school students will spend all day rehearsing ahead of an open to the public performance when they will join members of the college’s concert choir and jazz band on stage for the NPCC Fall Concert.&nbsp;Simpson will lead the choir, and&nbsp;Jennifer Winder will direct the band.

The concert is free to attend. It will&nbsp;begin at 6 p.m. in the McDonald-Belton Theater on the NPCC South Campus, 601 W. State Farm Rd., in North Platte.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695753510241.jpeg" alt="Best of the West – High school students rehearse at North Platte Community College as part of the Best of the West Music Festival last year. This year’s event is scheduled for Oct. 23." />
 <figcaption>Best of the West – High school students rehearse at North Platte Community College as part of the Best of the West Music Festival last year. This year’s event is scheduled for Oct. 23.</figcaption>
 </figure>Heather JohnsonNorth Platte Community College will showcase the talents of the top high school musicians in the area Oct. 23.NPCC’s music department will host the Best of the West Music Festival on its south campus, giving high school students selected through an audition process the opportunity to perform at the collegiate level.“We implemented auditions this year to make it truly, ‘Best of the West,’ and to provide students with exposure to the auditioning process - something they will find more often as they progress through the music world,” said&nbsp;Kristin Simpson, NPCC music instructor.Thirty-one high school musicians from nine schools were selected for inclusion in the festival. They are:<ul>
 <li>Anselmo-Merna&nbsp;–&nbsp;Aaron Bartak&nbsp;</li>
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 <li>Arapahoe-Holbrook&nbsp;–&nbsp;Lael Rathbun</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Chase County&nbsp;–&nbsp;Alex Alarcon, Chloe Dittler, Brendan Pump</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Creek Valley&nbsp;–&nbsp;Micahel Lutz&nbsp;</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Gothenburg&nbsp;–&nbsp;Lathan Buesing, Mavrix Butterfield, Brant Miller, Claire Vincent, Alec Winney&nbsp;</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Hershey&nbsp;–&nbsp;Katie Abbott, Christian Allen, Lillie Fuscher, Rachel Heines, Evelyn Lewis, Ruby Nutter, Alexis Reed&nbsp;</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>North Platte St. Pat’s - Porter Connick, Derek Ebmeier, Chloe Guo, James Heirigs, Bennett Korensky, Will Krondak, Jarrett Miles, Aashi Naidoo, Dimitri Pettit</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Stapleton&nbsp;–&nbsp;Madilynn McEntee&nbsp;</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Wallace&nbsp;–&nbsp;Colt Franklin, Jesus Gomez, Booker Lehman</li>
 </ul>The high school students will spend all day rehearsing ahead of an open to the public performance when they will join members of the college’s concert choir and jazz band on stage for the NPCC Fall Concert.&nbsp;Simpson will lead the choir, and&nbsp;Jennifer Winder will direct the band.The concert is free to attend. It will&nbsp;begin at 6 p.m. in the McDonald-Belton Theater on the NPCC South Campus, 601 W. State Farm Rd., in North Platte.

 Best of the West Music Festival returns to NPCC Oct. 23

On September 25th, 2023, at 8:09 pm, officers were on patrol near the area of Newberry Rd and E Philip Ave when they observed a vehicle traveling northbound on Newberry at a speed of 56 mph in a 40-mph zone. 

Officers activated their emergency lights and conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle, making contact with the driver, 34-year-old Michael Olson. During the stop, officers detected the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle and asked Olson to step out. 

A search of the vehicle was conducted, and officers located 21 vacuum sealed bags of marijuana weighing 23.88 lbs, 8.99 lbs of wax, 2.79 lbs of Psylocibin mushrooms, multiple scheduled pills, and nonscheduled, prescription only pills inside of the vehicle. Officers also located over $310 split into smaller denominations and held together with a rubber band. 

With probable cause established, Olson was taken into custody without issue. Olson was incarcerated at the Lincoln County Detention Center for the Charges of Distribution of a Controlled Substance-Marijuana, Distribution of a Controlled Substance-Psilocybin Mushroom, Possession of a Controlled Substance 1,2,3, Possession of a Controlled Substance 4,5, Possession of Money While in Violation of a Drug Offense, Possession of a Legend Drug.

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 <figcaption>Michael Olson/Photo provided by Lincoln County Jail</figcaption>
 </figure>North Platte Police DepartmentOn September 25th, 2023, at 8:09 pm, officers were on patrol near the area of Newberry Rd and E Philip Ave when they observed a vehicle traveling northbound on Newberry at a speed of 56 mph in a 40-mph zone. Officers activated their emergency lights and conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle, making contact with the driver, 34-year-old Michael Olson. During the stop, officers detected the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle and asked Olson to step out. A search of the vehicle was conducted, and officers located 21 vacuum sealed bags of marijuana weighing 23.88 lbs, 8.99 lbs of wax, 2.79 lbs of Psylocibin mushrooms, multiple scheduled pills, and nonscheduled, prescription only pills inside of the vehicle. Officers also located over $310 split into smaller denominations and held together with a rubber band. With probable cause established, Olson was taken into custody without issue. Olson was incarcerated at the Lincoln County Detention Center for the Charges of Distribution of a Controlled Substance-Marijuana, Distribution of a Controlled Substance-Psilocybin Mushroom, Possession of a Controlled Substance 1,2,3, Possession of a Controlled Substance 4,5, Possession of Money While in Violation of a Drug Offense, Possession of a Legend Drug.

NPPD arrest man on numerous drug related charges

Editors Note*** If you would like to watch the livestream of the announcement from earlier today, the replay is at the bottom of the story.

Parker McCollum and Jelly Roll will headline the 2024 Viaero Summer Jam Concert Series. The concerts will wrap up the 60th edition of NEBRASKAland DAYS on June 21st and 22nd, 2024.&nbsp; “We’re always trying to bring the best of country music to North Platte every year,” says Executive Director David Fudge. “We managed to get that done again for this year and we’re pretty excited about it.”&nbsp;

McCollum was also nominated for new artist of the year by the&nbsp;&nbsp;CMA. His career dates back a decade, and started in the Texas&nbsp;&nbsp;Red Dirt scene. He released two albums under the PYM Music&nbsp;&nbsp;label before MCA Nashville signed him and released his 2021 album Gold Chain Cowboy. The album produced his first two number one singles: Pretty Heart and To Be Loved by You. 

The Academy of Country Music awarded McCollum New Male Artist&nbsp;&nbsp;of the Year and Breakthrough Video of the Year in 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;Supporting McCollum is Flatland Cavalry and newcomer Meg Mcree.&nbsp;Flatland Cavalry is breaking out into a gallop. After years of hot trotting across their native Texas, the country outfit is primed for a&nbsp;&nbsp;breakout with the release of their third full-length album, the sonically sprawling and wistfully written Welcome to Countryland.

The Texas sextet–bandleader and chief lyricist Cleto Cordero, guitarist Reid Dillon, bassist Jonathan Saenz, drummer Jason Albers, fiddle player Wesley Hall, and recent newcomer utility instrumentalist Adam Gallegos–continue to embrace their trademark sound while further pushing into the wild unknown.&nbsp;

After attending Vanderbilt University on a full academic scholarship, Meg&nbsp;&nbsp;McRee traded her newly earned degree for the pursuit of an unpredictable dream as a&nbsp; songwriter. After a few years of waitressing at The Listening Room and nannying in between co-writes, McRee was validated as more than a driven idealist with the signing&nbsp; of her first publishing deal at Hang Your Hat, a creative joint venture with Concord Music Publishing and hit-songwriter Hillary Lindsey. Since, her musical prowess has earned&nbsp;her cuts with Grace Potter, Elle King, Caylee Hammack, Paul Cauthen, Carter Faith, Ben Chapman, Lauren Watkins, Harper O’Neill and more.

Jelly Roll was recently nominated for five Country Music&nbsp;&nbsp;Association awards, the second most of any artist behind 2022&nbsp;&nbsp;Summer Jam performer Lainey Wilson. He got nods for single of the&nbsp;&nbsp;year, male vocalist of the year, musical event of the year, music&nbsp;&nbsp;video of the year and new artist of the year. 

The 38 year old rapper turned country sensation first made his mark on the genre as a songwriter and has collaborated with some of the top talent in the industry. He’s already charted one number one single off his latest album, Whitsitt Chapel, and his latest release, a collaboration with&nbsp;Wilson herself, is climbing.&nbsp;

Jelly roll will be supported by Priscilla Block and Austin Snell. Block draws listeners in with her unfiltered, relatable songwriting and catchy melodies. Her gregarious personality and engaging stage presence has captured fans across the U.S. and abroad. Pegged as an “Artist to Watch” by virtually every major Country music media outlet, including Amazon&nbsp;&nbsp;Music, PANDORA, Spotify, CMT, The Boot, MusicRow, HITS, Sounds Like&nbsp;&nbsp;Nashville, Country Now, Music Mayhem and more.&nbsp;

Snell is charting a unique course through country music,&nbsp;&nbsp;looking for something of a unique sound that mixes hard&nbsp;&nbsp;rocking sonic aggression with deep feeling confessions of a country troubadour.&nbsp;&nbsp;You’re not supposed to just drift into Nashville with a battered old guitar and&nbsp;&nbsp;write a career-launching hit, either. But Snell has done both. And now, just one&nbsp;&nbsp;year into his Music City tenure, he’s well on his way to making “grunge country”&nbsp; =as familiar a term as “honky tonk.”&nbsp;

“If you’re a fan of country music with a little bit of an edge, you’re going to love this year’s&nbsp; lineup,” said Fudge. “These six acts can bring it.”&nbsp;

Tickets for the 2024 Viaero Summer Jam Concert Series will go on sale Wednesday, October 4 at 9 am. Information will be available at NEBRASKAlandDAYS.com

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 </figure>Editors Note*** If you would like to watch the livestream of the announcement from earlier today, the replay is at the bottom of the story.Parker McCollum and Jelly Roll will headline the 2024 Viaero Summer Jam Concert Series. The concerts will wrap up the 60th edition of NEBRASKAland DAYS on June 21st and 22nd, 2024.&nbsp; “We’re always trying to bring the best of country music to North Platte every year,” says Executive Director David Fudge. “We managed to get that done again for this year and we’re pretty excited about it.”&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695743836805.jpeg" alt="Parker McCollum" />
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 </figure>McCollum was also nominated for new artist of the year by the&nbsp;&nbsp;CMA. His career dates back a decade, and started in the Texas&nbsp;&nbsp;Red Dirt scene. He released two albums under the PYM Music&nbsp;&nbsp;label before MCA Nashville signed him and released his 2021 album Gold Chain Cowboy. The album produced his first two number one singles: Pretty Heart and To Be Loved by You. The Academy of Country Music awarded McCollum New Male Artist&nbsp;&nbsp;of the Year and Breakthrough Video of the Year in 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;Supporting McCollum is Flatland Cavalry and newcomer Meg Mcree.&nbsp;Flatland Cavalry is breaking out into a gallop. After years of hot trotting across their native Texas, the country outfit is primed for a&nbsp;&nbsp;breakout with the release of their third full-length album, the sonically sprawling and wistfully written Welcome to Countryland.<figure>
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 </figure>The Texas sextet–bandleader and chief lyricist Cleto Cordero, guitarist Reid Dillon, bassist Jonathan Saenz, drummer Jason Albers, fiddle player Wesley Hall, and recent newcomer utility instrumentalist Adam Gallegos–continue to embrace their trademark sound while further pushing into the wild unknown.&nbsp;After attending Vanderbilt University on a full academic scholarship, Meg&nbsp;&nbsp;McRee traded her newly earned degree for the pursuit of an unpredictable dream as a&nbsp; songwriter. After a few years of waitressing at The Listening Room and nannying in between co-writes, McRee was validated as more than a driven idealist with the signing&nbsp; of her first publishing deal at Hang Your Hat, a creative joint venture with Concord Music Publishing and hit-songwriter Hillary Lindsey. Since, her musical prowess has earned&nbsp;her cuts with Grace Potter, Elle King, Caylee Hammack, Paul Cauthen, Carter Faith, Ben Chapman, Lauren Watkins, Harper O’Neill and more.<figure>
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 </figure>Jelly Roll was recently nominated for five Country Music&nbsp;&nbsp;Association awards, the second most of any artist behind 2022&nbsp;&nbsp;Summer Jam performer Lainey Wilson. He got nods for single of the&nbsp;&nbsp;year, male vocalist of the year, musical event of the year, music&nbsp;&nbsp;video of the year and new artist of the year. The 38 year old rapper turned country sensation first made his mark on the genre as a songwriter and has collaborated with some of the top talent in the industry. He’s already charted one number one single off his latest album, Whitsitt Chapel, and his latest release, a collaboration with&nbsp;Wilson herself, is climbing.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Jelly roll will be supported by Priscilla Block and Austin Snell. Block draws listeners in with her unfiltered, relatable songwriting and catchy melodies. Her gregarious personality and engaging stage presence has captured fans across the U.S. and abroad. Pegged as an “Artist to Watch” by virtually every major Country music media outlet, including Amazon&nbsp;&nbsp;Music, PANDORA, Spotify, CMT, The Boot, MusicRow, HITS, Sounds Like&nbsp;&nbsp;Nashville, Country Now, Music Mayhem and more.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Snell is charting a unique course through country music,&nbsp;&nbsp;looking for something of a unique sound that mixes hard&nbsp;&nbsp;rocking sonic aggression with deep feeling confessions of a country troubadour.&nbsp;&nbsp;You’re not supposed to just drift into Nashville with a battered old guitar and&nbsp;&nbsp;write a career-launching hit, either. But Snell has done both. And now, just one&nbsp;&nbsp;year into his Music City tenure, he’s well on his way to making “grunge country”&nbsp; =as familiar a term as “honky tonk.”&nbsp;“If you’re a fan of country music with a little bit of an edge, you’re going to love this year’s&nbsp; lineup,” said Fudge. “These six acts can bring it.”&nbsp;Tickets for the 2024 Viaero Summer Jam Concert Series will go on sale Wednesday, October 4 at 9 am. Information will be available at NEBRASKAlandDAYS.com<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FKZTLFM%2Fvideos%2F652531583336318%2F&show_text=false&width=267&t=0" width="267" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div>

Parker McCollum and Jelly Roll will headline the 2024 Viaero Summer Jam Concert Series

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) will be offering Vaccines for Children at public clinics in October.&nbsp; Anyone two months of age and older are invited to get their vaccinations. Flu shots will be offered at all clinics in October for anyone six months of age and older. Now is the perfect opportunity to get a flu shot before the flu starts circulating.

Hayes Center-Tuesday, October 3rd, 4:00-5:0o pm at Hayes Center Elementary Cafeteria.

Curtis&nbsp;– Monday, October 9th, 4:30-5:30 pm at Medicine Valley High School.

Trenton –&nbsp;Tuesday, October 17th, 3:30-4:30 pm at Hitchcock County High School Library.

Ogallala&nbsp;– every Thursday weekly, 8:00 am-4:00 pm MT, walk-in’s welcome. Also 4:00-6:00 pm MT by appointment only, at 418 N Spruce (across the street from the Methodist Church).

McCook&nbsp;–&nbsp;daily Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:00 pm based upon the nurse availability, at 404 West 10th Street (one block north of Arby’s).

Other locations:&nbsp;check with your local healthcare provider or pharmacy.

We encourage those interested in vaccination to call to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome, but priority will be given to those with a scheduled appointment.&nbsp;

Vaccines for Children is&nbsp;funded in whole with federal and DHHS funds.&nbsp;Children with no insurance, under-insured, Medicaid, Native American or Native Alaskan qualify for state-funded vaccine. Adults who are uninsured or under-insured may also qualify for state funded vaccine. Call the office for qualifications at 308-345-4223. Both state-funded and private vaccines are available at these clinics.&nbsp; Insurance billing and cash or credit card payment options are available to those who do not qualify for the state-funded vaccine.

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department serves Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Keith, Perkins, and Red Willow counties.&nbsp;&nbsp;The website swhealth.ne.gov contains many resources and additional information helpful to prevent disease, promote and protect health.&nbsp;&nbsp;You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, You Tube and TikTok.&nbsp; Call 308-345-4223,&nbsp;one number three locations (McCook, Imperial &amp; Ogallala),&nbsp;or stop by the office at 404 West 10th Street in McCook or 418 North Spruce Street in Ogallala.

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) will be offering Vaccines for Children at public clinics in October.&nbsp; Anyone two months of age and older are invited to get their vaccinations. Flu shots will be offered at all clinics in October for anyone six months of age and older. Now is the perfect opportunity to get a flu shot before the flu starts circulating.Locations include:Hayes Center-Tuesday, October 3rd, 4:00-5:0o pm at Hayes Center Elementary Cafeteria.Curtis&nbsp;– Monday, October 9th, 4:30-5:30 pm at Medicine Valley High School.Trenton –&nbsp;Tuesday, October 17th, 3:30-4:30 pm at Hitchcock County High School Library.Ogallala&nbsp;– every Thursday weekly, 8:00 am-4:00 pm MT, walk-in’s welcome. Also 4:00-6:00 pm MT by appointment only, at 418 N Spruce (across the street from the Methodist Church).McCook&nbsp;–&nbsp;daily Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:00 pm based upon the nurse availability, at 404 West 10th Street (one block north of Arby’s).Other locations:&nbsp;check with your local healthcare provider or pharmacy.We encourage those interested in vaccination to call to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome, but priority will be given to those with a scheduled appointment.&nbsp;Vaccines for Children is&nbsp;funded in whole with federal and DHHS funds.&nbsp;Children with no insurance, under-insured, Medicaid, Native American or Native Alaskan qualify for state-funded vaccine. Adults who are uninsured or under-insured may also qualify for state funded vaccine. Call the office for qualifications at 308-345-4223. Both state-funded and private vaccines are available at these clinics.&nbsp; Insurance billing and cash or credit card payment options are available to those who do not qualify for the state-funded vaccine.Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department serves Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Keith, Perkins, and Red Willow counties.&nbsp;&nbsp;The website swhealth.ne.gov contains many resources and additional information helpful to prevent disease, promote and protect health.&nbsp;&nbsp;You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, You Tube and TikTok.&nbsp; Call 308-345-4223,&nbsp;one number three locations (McCook, Imperial &amp; Ogallala),&nbsp;or stop by the office at 404 West 10th Street in McCook or 418 North Spruce Street in Ogallala.

Vaccines for Children Public Clinics in the Sandhills region in October

OGALLALA - The Ogallala City Council is hosting their meeting tonight, September 26th. Below is tonight's agenda for the meeting.

Sandhills PostOGALLALA - The Ogallala City Council is hosting their meeting tonight, September 26th. Below is tonight's agenda for the meeting.<figure>
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9/26 Ogallala City Council Meeting Agenda

&nbsp;(North Platte, Neb.) — Weather permitting, work will begin Sept. 27 on N-25, from reference post 80.51 to reference post 92.68, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Vontz Paving, Inc. of Hastings is the contractor for this project. Work includes milling, asphalt surfacing,&nbsp; earth shoulder construction, and seeding. Traffic will be maintained with lane closures, a pilot car, and&nbsp; flaggers. A 12-foot width restriction will be in effect. Anticipated completion is Nov. 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The purpose of this project is to preserve the transportation asset, improve the reliability of the&nbsp; transportation system and perpetuate the mobility of the traveling public.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones&nbsp; down.&nbsp;

&nbsp;(North Platte, Neb.) — Weather permitting, work will begin Sept. 27 on N-25, from reference post 80.51 to reference post 92.68, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.&nbsp;&nbsp;Vontz Paving, Inc. of Hastings is the contractor for this project. Work includes milling, asphalt surfacing,&nbsp; earth shoulder construction, and seeding. Traffic will be maintained with lane closures, a pilot car, and&nbsp; flaggers. A 12-foot width restriction will be in effect. Anticipated completion is Nov. 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;The purpose of this project is to preserve the transportation asset, improve the reliability of the&nbsp; transportation system and perpetuate the mobility of the traveling public.&nbsp;&nbsp;Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones&nbsp; down.&nbsp;

Work Will Begin on N-25, Wallace North  

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 </figure>***<div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://northplattepost.com/category/arrests/" target="_blank">Click Here To See Past Hot Sheets</a></h2>

This information is not a criminal history. Criminal charges are often dropped or reduced. All individuals included in this post are presumed innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. The North Platte Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. Any person who believes information provided is not accurate may submit a complaint to admin@northplattepost.com.</div>

The Hot Sheets: September 26th, 2023

Calling adults who would like to learn how to make some fancy, decorative confections. Join us on October 2 for an evening of learning the tips and tricks to cake decorating. Seats are limited!308-284-9830 or ogallala@mpcc.edu Adults can register online also at <a href="http://bceregister.mpcc.edu/?fbclid=IwAR3T9JVLEuvn-mgKUD4kyEsZ2aqSOcUkFPv2c24A7zQzt2HaXAvzxZtvxCs" target="_blank">http://bceregister.mpcc.edu</a>

Calling adults who would like to learn how to make some fancy, decorative confections. Join us on October 2 for an evening of learning the tips and tricks to cake decorating. Seats are limited!308-284-9830 or ogallala@mpcc.edu Adults can register online also at <a href="http://bceregister.mpcc.edu/?fbclid=IwAR3T9JVLEuvn-mgKUD4kyEsZ2aqSOcUkFPv2c24A7zQzt2HaXAvzxZtvxCs" target="_blank">http://bceregister.mpcc.edu</a><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMPCCOgallala%2Fposts%2Fpfbid036PM4Qnhz7wZSMVfirpvBMbNzykpp8zxZNcnNeMGqjpVG52D9rUAFRV9BpkzhkdJpl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="667" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

MPCC Ogallala Campus hosting a cake decorating event October 2nd

Ogallala FFA Donkey Basketball tickets on sale NOW

GRANT NEB. - The Perkin's County Chamber of Commerce hosted there second drive in movie this past Saturday. The movie featured in this months showing was the 2021 Disney release Jungle Cruise starred Emily Blunt and Dwayne Johnson. The event was held at the west side of the Perkin's County Fairgrounds.

This past showing was a free will donation and offered free popcorn. The Perkin's County Chamber of Commerce goal is to show one movie a month with weather permitting. The first movie they showed was back in August when it showed Top Gun: Maverick. Next's month showing and time has yet to be released.

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 </figure>North Platte PostGRANT NEB. - The Perkin's County Chamber of Commerce hosted there second drive in movie this past Saturday. The movie featured in this months showing was the 2021 Disney release Jungle Cruise starred Emily Blunt and Dwayne Johnson. The event was held at the west side of the Perkin's County Fairgrounds.<figure>
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 </figure>This past showing was a free will donation and offered free popcorn. The Perkin's County Chamber of Commerce goal is to show one movie a month with weather permitting. The first movie they showed was back in August when it showed Top Gun: Maverick. Next's month showing and time has yet to be released.

Perkin's County Chamber of Commerce hosted second drive in movie showing over the weekend

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration announced Monday that it has awarded more than $1.4 billion to projects that improve railway safety and boost capacity, with much of the money coming from the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/joe-biden-congress-infrastructure-bill-signing-b5b8cca843133de060778f049861b144">2021 infrastructure law</a>.

“These projects will make American rail safer, more reliable, and more resilient, delivering tangible benefits to dozens of communities where railroads are located, and strengthening supply chains for the entire country," Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said in a statement.

The money is funding 70 projects in 35 states and Washington, D.C. Railroad safety has become a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/railroad-safety-derailments-tank-car-ohio-minnesota-c60f33b64e9c7dc05768a78ae20f3ce5">key concern</a>&nbsp;nationwide ever since a train carrying hazardous chemicals&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/norfolk-southern-derailment-east-palestine-ohio-ntsb-bc2531012afcac4ee54e6b3999e31ed9">derailed and caught fire</a>&nbsp;in East Palestine, Ohio, in February.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/east-palestine-train-derailment-norfolk-southern-biden-875699405d37cacbb5dd958dafb18071">President Joe Biden has ordered federal agencies</a>&nbsp;to hold the train's operator Norfolk Southern accountable for the crash, but a package of proposed rail safety reforms&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/east-palestine-train-derailment-safety-regulations-railroad-4db52c68daf68da05425b5b70363fb0a">has stalled in the Senate</a>&nbsp;where the bill is still awaiting a vote. The White House is also saying that a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/shutdown-mccarthy-congress-house-republicans-biden-249d83636e9d61cdd2aabdf34a129514">possible government shutdown because of House Republicans</a>&nbsp;would undermine railway safety.

The projects include track upgrades and bridge repairs, in addition to improving the connectivity among railways and making routes less vulnerable to extreme weather.

In Nebraska, more than $15.2 million will modernize the Cornhusker Railroad, improving track, grade crossings, and a railcar repair facility through the Cornhusker Railroad Regional Connectivity Project. Investments will result in safer and more efficient operations, including improved interchanging of regional trains with Class I railroads.

Among the projects is $178.4 million to restore passenger service in parts of Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi along the Gulf of Mexico for the first time since Hurricane Katrina struck in 2005.

“This is a significant milestone, representing years of dedicated efforts to reconnect our communities after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina,” Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., said in a statement. “Restoring passenger rail service will create jobs, improve quality of life, and offer a convenient travel option for tourists, contributing to our region’s economic growth and vitality.”

The grant should make it possible to restore passenger service to the Gulf Coast after Amtrak reached an agreement with CSX and Norfolk Southern railroads last year to clear the way for passenger trains to resume operating on the tracks the freight railroads own.

“We’ve been fighting to return passenger trains to the Gulf Coast since it was knocked offline by Hurricane Katrina. That 17-year journey has been filled with obstacles and frustration — but also moments of joy, where local champions and national advocates were able to come together around the vision of a more connected Gulf Coast region,” Rail Passengers Association President &amp; CEO Jim Mathews said.

In one of the biggest other grants, the Palouse River &amp; Coulee City Railroad in Washington state will get $72.8 million to upgrade the track and related infrastructure to allow that rail line to handle modern 286,000-pound railcars.

A project in Kentucky will receive $29.5 million to make improvements to 280 miles of track and other infrastructure along the Paducah and Louisville Railway.

And in Tennessee, $23.7 million will go to helping upgrade about 42 bridges on 10 different short-line railroads.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration announced Monday that it has awarded more than $1.4 billion to projects that improve railway safety and boost capacity, with much of the money coming from the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/joe-biden-congress-infrastructure-bill-signing-b5b8cca843133de060778f049861b144">2021 infrastructure law</a>.“These projects will make American rail safer, more reliable, and more resilient, delivering tangible benefits to dozens of communities where railroads are located, and strengthening supply chains for the entire country," Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said in a statement.The money is funding 70 projects in 35 states and Washington, D.C. Railroad safety has become a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/railroad-safety-derailments-tank-car-ohio-minnesota-c60f33b64e9c7dc05768a78ae20f3ce5">key concern</a>&nbsp;nationwide ever since a train carrying hazardous chemicals&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/norfolk-southern-derailment-east-palestine-ohio-ntsb-bc2531012afcac4ee54e6b3999e31ed9">derailed and caught fire</a>&nbsp;in East Palestine, Ohio, in February.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/east-palestine-train-derailment-norfolk-southern-biden-875699405d37cacbb5dd958dafb18071">President Joe Biden has ordered federal agencies</a>&nbsp;to hold the train's operator Norfolk Southern accountable for the crash, but a package of proposed rail safety reforms&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/east-palestine-train-derailment-safety-regulations-railroad-4db52c68daf68da05425b5b70363fb0a">has stalled in the Senate</a>&nbsp;where the bill is still awaiting a vote. The White House is also saying that a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/shutdown-mccarthy-congress-house-republicans-biden-249d83636e9d61cdd2aabdf34a129514">possible government shutdown because of House Republicans</a>&nbsp;would undermine railway safety.The projects include track upgrades and bridge repairs, in addition to improving the connectivity among railways and making routes less vulnerable to extreme weather.In Nebraska, more than $15.2 million will modernize the Cornhusker Railroad, improving track, grade crossings, and a railcar repair facility through the Cornhusker Railroad Regional Connectivity Project. Investments will result in safer and more efficient operations, including improved interchanging of regional trains with Class I railroads.Among the projects is $178.4 million to restore passenger service in parts of Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi along the Gulf of Mexico for the first time since Hurricane Katrina struck in 2005.“This is a significant milestone, representing years of dedicated efforts to reconnect our communities after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina,” Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., said in a statement. “Restoring passenger rail service will create jobs, improve quality of life, and offer a convenient travel option for tourists, contributing to our region’s economic growth and vitality.”The grant should make it possible to restore passenger service to the Gulf Coast after Amtrak reached an agreement with CSX and Norfolk Southern railroads last year to clear the way for passenger trains to resume operating on the tracks the freight railroads own.“We’ve been fighting to return passenger trains to the Gulf Coast since it was knocked offline by Hurricane Katrina. That 17-year journey has been filled with obstacles and frustration — but also moments of joy, where local champions and national advocates were able to come together around the vision of a more connected Gulf Coast region,” Rail Passengers Association President &amp; CEO Jim Mathews said.In one of the biggest other grants, the Palouse River &amp; Coulee City Railroad in Washington state will get $72.8 million to upgrade the track and related infrastructure to allow that rail line to handle modern 286,000-pound railcars.A project in Kentucky will receive $29.5 million to make improvements to 280 miles of track and other infrastructure along the Paducah and Louisville Railway.And in Tennessee, $23.7 million will go to helping upgrade about 42 bridges on 10 different short-line railroads.

White House anounces $15 million in railroad funding for Nebraska

Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Penny Craft about the Valve Cover Races coming up on October 28th.&nbsp;&nbsp;

NORTH PLATTE - The Lincoln County Raceway is hosting their first ever Valve Cover Races on October 28th. The event geared towards a driver teaming up with 4-5 kids and competing in the races. The drivers will be the kid's mentors throughout the whole event from getting together to working on getting ready for the valve cover races and being a role model for their team.&nbsp;

Kids will receive a T-Shirt with their name and team name on it that they can wear to the day of the races. It is free for kids to participate in the event. Registration ends on October 1st. If you would like to register, <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VP1OQ0FDY-5J1a5mlHgFXc52Dtyn8vxU/view?fbclid=IwAR0Krwpz-8RoNikXgfBj8QsFWz-v28950ALyeIWAB5E5Fhy1xiDbQeN0x1c">click here.</a> You can fill the form out and mail it to the Lincoln County Raceway at 5015 Rodeo Rd, North Platte, Ne 69101 or you can take a picture of the finalized form and send it to the Lincoln County Raceway Facebook page. If you would like to learn more about the event, check out the podcast above.&nbsp;

***Interviewed aired on Good Morning North Platte Friday 9/22/2023

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 </figure>Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Penny Craft about the Valve Cover Races coming up on October 28th.&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) Valve Cover Races - Conversation with Penny Craft" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=4rjsz-14b3f11-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>NORTH PLATTE - The Lincoln County Raceway is hosting their first ever Valve Cover Races on October 28th. The event geared towards a driver teaming up with 4-5 kids and competing in the races. The drivers will be the kid's mentors throughout the whole event from getting together to working on getting ready for the valve cover races and being a role model for their team.&nbsp;Kids will receive a T-Shirt with their name and team name on it that they can wear to the day of the races. It is free for kids to participate in the event. Registration ends on October 1st. If you would like to register, <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VP1OQ0FDY-5J1a5mlHgFXc52Dtyn8vxU/view?fbclid=IwAR0Krwpz-8RoNikXgfBj8QsFWz-v28950ALyeIWAB5E5Fhy1xiDbQeN0x1c">click here.</a> You can fill the form out and mail it to the Lincoln County Raceway at 5015 Rodeo Rd, North Platte, Ne 69101 or you can take a picture of the finalized form and send it to the Lincoln County Raceway Facebook page. If you would like to learn more about the event, check out the podcast above.&nbsp;***Interviewed aired on Good Morning North Platte Friday 9/22/2023<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FLincolnCountyRaceway%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0YspsToWe4CiEWQfJqMqNqRLy8D1HrTkWM8cJ2dpy9ULLUEUGGEUzonSL6x8ASxwAl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="207" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

(Audio) Valve Cover Races - Conversation with Penny Craft

&nbsp;(North Platte, Neb.) — Weather permitting, Southbound Jeffers Street traffic will be shifted from the right lane to the left lane, and Leota Street will be closed west of Jeffers Street beginning today, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.&nbsp;

The west leg of the Jeffers and Leota Street intersection will be closed for both eastbound and westbound traffic. Leota Street will be open between Dewey and Jeffers. Motorists are advised to utilize alternate routes during the closure. The intersection closure is expected to be in place for approximately two (2) weeks.&nbsp;

Paulsen, Inc. of Cozad is the contractor for this project. The intersection closure is for construction of new concrete pavement at the Leota Street intersection. The traffic shift is to allow for phase 2 of the project to commence.&nbsp;

Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones down.&nbsp;

&nbsp;(North Platte, Neb.) — Weather permitting, Southbound Jeffers Street traffic will be shifted from the right lane to the left lane, and Leota Street will be closed west of Jeffers Street beginning today, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.&nbsp;The west leg of the Jeffers and Leota Street intersection will be closed for both eastbound and westbound traffic. Leota Street will be open between Dewey and Jeffers. Motorists are advised to utilize alternate routes during the closure. The intersection closure is expected to be in place for approximately two (2) weeks.&nbsp;Paulsen, Inc. of Cozad is the contractor for this project. The intersection closure is for construction of new concrete pavement at the Leota Street intersection. The traffic shift is to allow for phase 2 of the project to commence.&nbsp;Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones down.&nbsp;

Upcoming Traffic Shift and Closure of Leota Street, North Platte begins today

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 </figure>Lincoln County Jail<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695639783493.jpeg" alt="James Grant - Trespassing -2nd Degree, Possession Of Weapon By Prohibited Person , Resisting Officer, Possession Of Controlled Substance-Meth" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695639929776.jpeg" alt="Elisha Horn - Possession Of Controlled Substance-Fentanyl, Obstructing The Police, Trepassing-2nd Degree, Resisting Arrest, Fraud-Impersonation, Possession Of Controlled Substance" />
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 </figure>***Keith County JailNo New Arrests***Buffalo County Jail<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695607794697.jpeg" alt="Jesse Flanagan - DEL/DSP/DST/MAN/POS Controlled Substances-Schedule 1,2,3" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695640073533.jpeg" alt="Kasey Fry - Theft by Unlawful Taking $1,500-$5,000" />
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 </figure>***<div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://northplattepost.com/category/arrests/" target="_blank">Click Here To See Past Hot Sheets</a></h2>

This information is not a criminal history. Criminal charges are often dropped or reduced. All individuals included in this post are presumed innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. The North Platte Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. Any person who believes information provided is not accurate may submit a complaint to admin@northplattepost.com.</div>

The Hot Sheets: September 25th, 2023

Aggie and Husker alums are invited for some festive food, football, and fun at the East Campus Union on Saturday, September 30th&nbsp;starting 4 hours prior to kick-off. The Huskers host the Michigan Wolverines for a classic Big 10 matchup. Although we may not know the start time until the Monday prior to the game, we assure you the Aggies and Husker alumni will be there!

Free parking will be available on East Campus, with shuttles available before and after the game.

Bring a donation item for the Husker Pantry and receive a clear Nebraska tote bag. No registration necessary.&nbsp; Find all the details at&nbsp;<a href="https://ianr.unl.edu/tailgate" target="_blank">https://ianr.unl.edu/tailgate</a>

Part of the University of Nebraska system, the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture is a two-year institution with a&nbsp;statewide mission of preparing students for successful careers in agriculture, veterinary technology, and related industries.&nbsp;NCTA is known for its affordable tuition, high job-placement rate for its graduates, and student teams' success in competitive activities, including crops judging, ranch horse events, livestock judging, shotgun sports, stock dog trials, and intercollegiate rodeo. The college is consistently ranked as one of the best two-year schools in the nation.

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 </figure>NCTAAggie and Husker alums are invited for some festive food, football, and fun at the East Campus Union on Saturday, September 30th&nbsp;starting 4 hours prior to kick-off. The Huskers host the Michigan Wolverines for a classic Big 10 matchup. Although we may not know the start time until the Monday prior to the game, we assure you the Aggies and Husker alumni will be there!Free parking will be available on East Campus, with shuttles available before and after the game.Bring a donation item for the Husker Pantry and receive a clear Nebraska tote bag. No registration necessary.&nbsp; Find all the details at&nbsp;<a href="https://ianr.unl.edu/tailgate" target="_blank">https://ianr.unl.edu/tailgate</a>Part of the University of Nebraska system, the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture is a two-year institution with a&nbsp;statewide mission of preparing students for successful careers in agriculture, veterinary technology, and related industries.&nbsp;NCTA is known for its affordable tuition, high job-placement rate for its graduates, and student teams' success in competitive activities, including crops judging, ranch horse events, livestock judging, shotgun sports, stock dog trials, and intercollegiate rodeo. The college is consistently ranked as one of the best two-year schools in the nation.

East Campus Tailgate for NCTA and CASNR alums!

Jeremy Clark Epting, 40, North Platte and Haley Nicole Hubbard, 32, North Platte

Isaiah Johanan Barrett, 26, North Platte and Ashley Sara Hanneman, 25, Sutherland

Steven Ray Paul, 45, Elwood and Zadie Danielle Franken, 26, Elwood

Jacob Bruce Sabin, 20, North Platte and Marissa Marie King, 19, North Platte

Jeremy Clark Epting, 40, North Platte and Haley Nicole Hubbard, 32, North PlatteIsaiah Johanan Barrett, 26, North Platte and Ashley Sara Hanneman, 25, SutherlandSteven Ray Paul, 45, Elwood and Zadie Danielle Franken, 26, ElwoodJacob Bruce Sabin, 20, North Platte and Marissa Marie King, 19, North Platte

Marriage Licenses For Lincoln County (Week of September 18th)

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688382224644.jpeg" alt="Jose Lopez - Possession of Controlled Substance" />
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 </figure>***<div>This information is not a criminal history. Criminal charges are often dropped or reduced. All individuals included in this post are presumed innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. The North Platte Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. Any person who believes information provided is not accurate may submit a complaint to admin@northplattepost.com.</div>

The Hot Sheets: September 24th, 2023

Sutherland, Neb - The Sutherland Care Center, a&nbsp;a 60 room senior care facility in Sutherland was evacuated Saturday afternoon after a small fire was detected. The fire was small and was put out quickly according to staff at the facility which the POST talked with.

City of North Platte transit sent busses to assist in moving residents to a facility in North Platte while waiting for an all-clear at the facility in Sutehrland.

Sutherland, Neb - The Sutherland Care Center, a&nbsp;a 60 room senior care facility in Sutherland was evacuated Saturday afternoon after a small fire was detected. The fire was small and was put out quickly according to staff at the facility which the POST talked with.<figure>
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 </figure>City of North Platte transit sent busses to assist in moving residents to a facility in North Platte while waiting for an all-clear at the facility in Sutehrland.More information will be released soon.<figure>
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Sutherland Care Center evaculated after small fire on Saturday afternoon

<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/mountain-lion-shot-in-valentine-after-multiple-sightings-and-disruption-of-a-golf-tournament/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

LINCOLN — A 103-pound mountain lion was shot and killed Thursday on the northern edge of Valentine, only a couple of days after the cat had disrupted a local golf tournament.

The cat, identified as a “subadult” male, had been spotted on a trail camera crossing the eighth-hole green on Tuesday morning while an invitation was underway for middle school girls at the Frederick Peak Golf Course.

“I was like, ‘Oh, crap, that could be a problem,’ ” said Jacob Fuehrer, superintendent of the unique, 10-hole course.

Radio station KVSH reported at least two other sightings of a lion in Valentine&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://kvsh.com/archives/27781">this week</a>.

Officials with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission worked with the Valentine Police department to dispatch the mountain lion, which was within city limits, on Thursday.

Sam Wilson, the commission’s program manager of carnivores, said the lion was removed in accordance with the agency’s Mountain Lion Response Plan. It calls for mountain lions that are within city limits to be removed for the safety of residents.

Wilson said lions aren’t shot with tranquilizer guns and relocated because public safety is the top priority, and tranquilizers can take several minutes to take effect, allowing an animal to escape.

Zoos, he said, won’t typically take in a wild mountain lion because they don’t do well in captivity.

Fuehrer said Tuesday’s golf tournament had to be cancelled midway through the 18-hole event. None of the contestants, he said, actually saw the lion.

It was sad, Fuehrer said, to learn that the animal had to be shot, “but I understand that they have to do it.”

Wilson added there have been no additional sightings of mountain lions in the Omaha area following&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2023/08/06/nebraskas-no-1-champion-of-mountain-lions-ernie-chambers-weighs-in-on-omaha-sightings/">a spate of reports in late July and early August.&nbsp;</a>

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695469874486.jpeg" alt=" A six-month-old male mountain lion at the Omaha zoo. (Courtesy of NEBRASKAland Magazine/Nebraska Game and Parks Commission)" />
 <figcaption> A six-month-old male mountain lion at the Omaha zoo. (Courtesy of NEBRASKAland Magazine/Nebraska Game and Parks Commission)</figcaption>
 </figure>Paul Hammel<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/mountain-lion-shot-in-valentine-after-multiple-sightings-and-disruption-of-a-golf-tournament/">Nebraska Examiner</a>LINCOLN — A 103-pound mountain lion was shot and killed Thursday on the northern edge of Valentine, only a couple of days after the cat had disrupted a local golf tournament.The cat, identified as a “subadult” male, had been spotted on a trail camera crossing the eighth-hole green on Tuesday morning while an invitation was underway for middle school girls at the Frederick Peak Golf Course.“I was like, ‘Oh, crap, that could be a problem,’ ” said Jacob Fuehrer, superintendent of the unique, 10-hole course.Radio station KVSH reported at least two other sightings of a lion in Valentine&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://kvsh.com/archives/27781">this week</a>.<h2>Golf tournament cancelled</h2>Officials with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission worked with the Valentine Police department to dispatch the mountain lion, which was within city limits, on Thursday.Sam Wilson, the commission’s program manager of carnivores, said the lion was removed in accordance with the agency’s Mountain Lion Response Plan. It calls for mountain lions that are within city limits to be removed for the safety of residents.Wilson said lions aren’t shot with tranquilizer guns and relocated because public safety is the top priority, and tranquilizers can take several minutes to take effect, allowing an animal to escape.Zoos, he said, won’t typically take in a wild mountain lion because they don’t do well in captivity.<h2>No additional Omaha sightings</h2>Fuehrer said Tuesday’s golf tournament had to be cancelled midway through the 18-hole event. None of the contestants, he said, actually saw the lion.It was sad, Fuehrer said, to learn that the animal had to be shot, “but I understand that they have to do it.”Wilson added there have been no additional sightings of mountain lions in the Omaha area following&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2023/08/06/nebraskas-no-1-champion-of-mountain-lions-ernie-chambers-weighs-in-on-omaha-sightings/">a spate of reports in late July and early August.&nbsp;</a>That lion, he said, likely moved on.