NORTH PLATTE, NEB. - Summer heat making a late round in August as the surrounding region is in a heat advisor. According to the National Weather Service, the following counties are in a heat advisory: Lincoln, Keith, Logan, Custer, Arthur, McPherson, Perkins, Chase, Hayes, and Frontier.&nbsp;

Temperatures can reach in anywhere from 100 to 105 degrees during the heat wave according to the National Weather Service. The advisory is in effect until 10 pm central/9 pm mountain time on Wednesday.

Hot temperatures mixed with humidity can cause for potential danger heat illnesses to occur. Stay hydrated during this time and also to stay in a cool area. Also wear sunscreen when outside in the heat.

Canon RathNorth Platte PostNORTH PLATTE, NEB. - Summer heat making a late round in August as the surrounding region is in a heat advisor. According to the National Weather Service, the following counties are in a heat advisory: Lincoln, Keith, Logan, Custer, Arthur, McPherson, Perkins, Chase, Hayes, and Frontier.&nbsp;Temperatures can reach in anywhere from 100 to 105 degrees during the heat wave according to the National Weather Service. The advisory is in effect until 10 pm central/9 pm mountain time on Wednesday.Hot temperatures mixed with humidity can cause for potential danger heat illnesses to occur. Stay hydrated during this time and also to stay in a cool area. Also wear sunscreen when outside in the heat.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FNWSNorthPlatte%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0trk6L8qVFZC4uon2DfuQD3CspwhGVH7f7vG8irACBZ1YhsuMnvhad79Ugw44p5Nhl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="391" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Heat Advisory in Effect until Wednesday for the region

The 2023 Sutherland Chamber of Commerce Makers Market Craft and Vendor Fair is coming up on&nbsp;August 27&nbsp;from&nbsp;10am to 3pm&nbsp;on the streets in downtown Sutherland!

Start making your lists! Gift giving season never ends - weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, baby showers, teacher appreciation, "just because", and, of course, CHRISTMAS! Take the stress out of gift buying this year by planning ahead and finding EVERYTHING you need at the Makers Market!

And while you're at it... don't forget yourself! You deserve something special for yourself or your home - and you'll find it at the Makers Market!

The Makers Market will have more than 50 booths of fine handcrafted items from home décor to clothing and everything in between. Plus, see what else Sutherland has to offer at our other great downtown&nbsp;retailers!

Sutherland Chamber of CommerceThe 2023 Sutherland Chamber of Commerce Makers Market Craft and Vendor Fair is coming up on&nbsp;August 27&nbsp;from&nbsp;10am to 3pm&nbsp;on the streets in downtown Sutherland!Start making your lists! Gift giving season never ends - weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, baby showers, teacher appreciation, "just because", and, of course, CHRISTMAS! Take the stress out of gift buying this year by planning ahead and finding EVERYTHING you need at the Makers Market!And while you're at it... don't forget yourself! You deserve something special for yourself or your home - and you'll find it at the Makers Market!The Makers Market will have more than 50 booths of fine handcrafted items from home décor to clothing and everything in between. Plus, see what else Sutherland has to offer at our other great downtown&nbsp;retailers!<figure>
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2023 Sutherland Makers Market Craft and Vendor Fair this Sunday

2023 Paxton Labor Day Weekend Celebration Schedule of Events

North Platte Post News Director Canon Rath talked with Justin Petska about the upcoming Hershey Fall Festival this weekend.&nbsp;

NORTH PLATTE, NEB. - The 2023 Hershey Fall Festival in Hershey starts this Friday and runs through Sunday. Saturday is the main day of the festival with different events for everyone in the family to enjoy. The golf tournament kicks off Friday. Saturday morning is the parade, and the cap the evening on is the concert.&nbsp;

The event is one that everyone in Hershey and the surrounding areas look forward to every year. "We are ready to go, it's a big deal that we build up all year and now the week is here", said Justin Petska. "We can't wait to share a little bit of Hershey with everyone and bring some people in."&nbsp;

This year the concert is being performed by Muscadine Bloodline with Drew Phillips as the opener. The concert will take place on the main street. Tickets can still be purchased. If you would like to purchase tickets to the concert, <a href="https://www.outhousetickets.com/Event/21602-Hershey_Fall_Festival_with_Muscadine_Bloodline_and_local_guest_Drew_Phillips_Band/">click here.</a> If you would like to learn more about the 2023 Hershey Fall Festival, check out the podcast above.

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 </figure>North Platte Post News Director Canon Rath talked with Justin Petska about the upcoming Hershey Fall Festival this weekend.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) 2023 Hershey Fall Festival - Conversation with Justin Petska" 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=tiwjm-14874b5-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, NEB. - The 2023 Hershey Fall Festival in Hershey starts this Friday and runs through Sunday. Saturday is the main day of the festival with different events for everyone in the family to enjoy. The golf tournament kicks off Friday. Saturday morning is the parade, and the cap the evening on is the concert.&nbsp;The event is one that everyone in Hershey and the surrounding areas look forward to every year. "We are ready to go, it's a big deal that we build up all year and now the week is here", said Justin Petska. "We can't wait to share a little bit of Hershey with everyone and bring some people in."&nbsp;This year the concert is being performed by Muscadine Bloodline with Drew Phillips as the opener. The concert will take place on the main street. Tickets can still be purchased. If you would like to purchase tickets to the concert, <a href="https://www.outhousetickets.com/Event/21602-Hershey_Fall_Festival_with_Muscadine_Bloodline_and_local_guest_Drew_Phillips_Band/">click here.</a> If you would like to learn more about the 2023 Hershey Fall Festival, check out the podcast above.<figure>
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(Audio) 2023 Hershey Fall Festival - Conversation with Justin Petska

Last night during the Chase County Fair a lone deputy encountered an individual with an outstanding warrant from Chase County. He made contact with the individual and attempted to arrest him. The suspect instantly pulled away from the lone deputy and started assaulting him. 

The deputy attempted to deploy his Taser but it was ineffective on the suspect. Fortunately several Good Samaritans were watching the incident.  While the deputy was on the ground trying to defend himself and get the suspect under control, without hesitation, the Good Samaritans, assisted the deputy in gaining control of the suspect until more officers arrived. 

During this incident the suspect also assaulted one of the Good Samaritans by biting him multiple times. When additional officers arrived on scene, they were able to take control of the suspect and he was handcuffed. The suspect then claimed he was injured during this incident.

As a precautionary measure, the suspect was taken to the hospital to be checked out by a doctor. After examination and X-rays, the Doctor reported the suspect had no injuries. Due to the combativeness and non-compliant behavior, the suspect was transported to another jail facility.  He has been charged with felony assault of an officer, resisting arrest, 3rd degree assault of another individual. More charges may be coming.

The Chase County Sheriff’s Office would like to personally thank each individual who assisted this lone deputy when they saw that it he was in a dire situation. They did not hesitate to help and were not concerned for their own safety but for the safety of the deputy. 

It is a good feeling to know that if we get into a dangerous situation,  the public is willing to help without hesitation. We feel honored and privileged to serve our community. God Bless each one of you.

Chase County Sheriff's OfficeLast night during the Chase County Fair a lone deputy encountered an individual with an outstanding warrant from Chase County. He made contact with the individual and attempted to arrest him. The suspect instantly pulled away from the lone deputy and started assaulting him. The deputy attempted to deploy his Taser but it was ineffective on the suspect. Fortunately several Good Samaritans were watching the incident. While the deputy was on the ground trying to defend himself and get the suspect under control, without hesitation, the Good Samaritans, assisted the deputy in gaining control of the suspect until more officers arrived. During this incident the suspect also assaulted one of the Good Samaritans by biting him multiple times. When additional officers arrived on scene, they were able to take control of the suspect and he was handcuffed. The suspect then claimed he was injured during this incident.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fchasecountysheriffoffice%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0xdVSeqvxwGyZAjWUT3dJJpLUibhdYUEu59T9yg3jVQ4VnY9nRVKFNaxQdGYGiqLwl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="265" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>As a precautionary measure, the suspect was taken to the hospital to be checked out by a doctor. After examination and X-rays, the Doctor reported the suspect had no injuries. Due to the combativeness and non-compliant behavior, the suspect was transported to another jail facility. He has been charged with felony assault of an officer, resisting arrest, 3rd degree assault of another individual. More charges may be coming.The Chase County Sheriff’s Office would like to personally thank each individual who assisted this lone deputy when they saw that it he was in a dire situation. They did not hesitate to help and were not concerned for their own safety but for the safety of the deputy. It is a good feeling to know that if we get into a dangerous situation, the public is willing to help without hesitation. We feel honored and privileged to serve our community. God Bless each one of you.Sheriff Mueller&nbsp;&nbsp;

Chase County Sheriff release statement regarding Saturday's incident at the Chase County Fair

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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: August 21st, 2023

<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/nebraska-commission-advances-first-step-for-ogallala-racetrack-approves-first-ever-table-games/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

LINCOLN —&nbsp;The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission has approved the first step in a process that could allow a Hastings-based company to transfer its racetrack license to western Nebraska.

Commissioners voted Friday to approve a 12-week, $48,000 market study with Innovation Group. That study could set up final approval later this year of a racetrack in Ogallala after Hastings Exposition &amp; Racing Inc. announced&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/western-nebraska-casino-possible-as-plans-announced-for-a-racing-license-in-ogallala/">plans</a>&nbsp;this summer to transfer its racing license.&nbsp;

State law allows Hastings a one-time move of its license because the community was one of six “original” racetrack locations. The law stipulates the move must be to a Nebraska county that does not have a racetrack, in this case, from Adams County to Keith County.

Brian Jorde, a representative for the Hastings company, said a study is required to see whether the move could have any detrimental effects, such as concentrated or “undue” competition.

“We don’t believe there’s any reasonable argument that it can, in any way, be detrimental by moving that far away into a brand new market and giving the folks in western Nebraska —&nbsp;who often get passed over —&nbsp;an opportunity to be a part of something so exciting,” Jorde told the commission.

Hastings Exposition and Racing had tried for a couple of years to set up a racino in Hastings, spending hundreds of thousands of dollars for a location that would have been 17 to 20 miles from the racino in Grand Island.

Instead, the new racetrack is planned for nearly 200 miles away while laying the future groundwork for the Lake Mac Casino Resort and Racetrack, a 174-acre site that Jorde said would exist on the southwest corner of I-80 and Highway 26, the main intersection in Ogallala.

Mary Wilson, executive director for Keith County Area Development in Keith County, noted the new location is planned to be a “tourism destination” with its closeness to Lake McConaughy and the states of Wyoming and Colorado.

Elite Casino Resorts, which owns the Grand Island Casino Resort, plans to partner with the Hastings company for the new facility.

“We think this is the definition of a win-win,” Jorde said.

<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/racino-bill-advances-with-initial-limit-at-six-racetracks/">Other Nebraska communities</a>&nbsp;such as Kimball, Gering, North Platte, Norfolk and Bellevue have expressed interest in more racinos.&nbsp;

State Sen. Mike Jacobson of North Platte told the board at its meeting that his community still intends to submit an application after required studies of socio-economic impacts and statewide market conditions.

The commission also approved a new first in gambling for the Cornhusker State: table games at the Grand Island Casino Resort.

This is the first time the commission has approved table games. Sharon Haselhoff, the regional vice president for Elite Casino Resorts, noted that eight were ready to launch as early as the Friday dinner hour, pending final commission approval.

Commissioners approved five blackjack tables, one roulette, one Texas hold ’em and one craps table as well as 46 more slot machines for Grand Island, bringing the total number of machines to 337.

Tom Sage, the commission’s executive director, said he’d be on the road to Grand Island for one final walkthrough as soon as the commission adjourned, a final step before the new games went live.

Dennis Lee, the commission’s chair, said it was fitting that Grand Island was the first for tabletop games given its decades-long history in racing.

“It’s appropriate, I think, that Grand Island be the first to let people roll the dice and spin the ball,” Lee said.

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 </figure>Zach Wendling<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/nebraska-commission-advances-first-step-for-ogallala-racetrack-approves-first-ever-table-games/">Nebraska Examiner</a>LINCOLN —&nbsp;The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission has approved the first step in a process that could allow a Hastings-based company to transfer its racetrack license to western Nebraska.Commissioners voted Friday to approve a 12-week, $48,000 market study with Innovation Group. That study could set up final approval later this year of a racetrack in Ogallala after Hastings Exposition &amp; Racing Inc. announced&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/western-nebraska-casino-possible-as-plans-announced-for-a-racing-license-in-ogallala/">plans</a>&nbsp;this summer to transfer its racing license.&nbsp;State law allows Hastings a one-time move of its license because the community was one of six “original” racetrack locations. The law stipulates the move must be to a Nebraska county that does not have a racetrack, in this case, from Adams County to Keith County.Brian Jorde, a representative for the Hastings company, said a study is required to see whether the move could have any detrimental effects, such as concentrated or “undue” competition.“We don’t believe there’s any reasonable argument that it can, in any way, be detrimental by moving that far away into a brand new market and giving the folks in western Nebraska —&nbsp;who often get passed over —&nbsp;an opportunity to be a part of something so exciting,” Jorde told the commission.<h2>‘Definition of a win-win’</h2>Hastings Exposition and Racing had tried for a couple of years to set up a racino in Hastings, spending hundreds of thousands of dollars for a location that would have been 17 to 20 miles from the racino in Grand Island.Instead, the new racetrack is planned for nearly 200 miles away while laying the future groundwork for the Lake Mac Casino Resort and Racetrack, a 174-acre site that Jorde said would exist on the southwest corner of I-80 and Highway 26, the main intersection in Ogallala.Mary Wilson, executive director for Keith County Area Development in Keith County, noted the new location is planned to be a “tourism destination” with its closeness to Lake McConaughy and the states of Wyoming and Colorado.Elite Casino Resorts, which owns the Grand Island Casino Resort, plans to partner with the Hastings company for the new facility.“We think this is the definition of a win-win,” Jorde said.<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/racino-bill-advances-with-initial-limit-at-six-racetracks/">Other Nebraska communities</a>&nbsp;such as Kimball, Gering, North Platte, Norfolk and Bellevue have expressed interest in more racinos.&nbsp;State Sen. Mike Jacobson of North Platte told the board at its meeting that his community still intends to submit an application after required studies of socio-economic impacts and statewide market conditions.<h2>Table top games come to Nebraska</h2>The commission also approved a new first in gambling for the Cornhusker State: table games at the Grand Island Casino Resort.This is the first time the commission has approved table games. Sharon Haselhoff, the regional vice president for Elite Casino Resorts, noted that eight were ready to launch as early as the Friday dinner hour, pending final commission approval.Commissioners approved five blackjack tables, one roulette, one Texas hold ’em and one craps table as well as 46 more slot machines for Grand Island, bringing the total number of machines to 337.Tom Sage, the commission’s executive director, said he’d be on the road to Grand Island for one final walkthrough as soon as the commission adjourned, a final step before the new games went live.Dennis Lee, the commission’s chair, said it was fitting that Grand Island was the first for tabletop games given its decades-long history in racing.“It’s appropriate, I think, that Grand Island be the first to let people roll the dice and spin the ball,” Lee said.

Nebraska commission advances first step for Ogallala racetrack, approves first-ever table games

The North Platte Community College Theater Department and North Platte Community Playhouse will host auditions for “Steel Magnolias” next month.

Six women ages 18-70 are needed for the roles. No previous acting experience is required.

“Steel Magnolias,” is a comedy-drama about a group of Southern women who bond over life’s triumphs and tragedies. Scenes revolve around a beauty parlor, where the ladies have standing Saturday appointments – more for gossiping and solving problems than for beautification purposes.

The play premiered off-Broadway in 1987 and was subsequently adapted into a movie starring Sally Field, Julia Roberts, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Olympia Dukakis and Daryl Hannah in 1989.

Auditions will be Sept. 12 in the McDonald-Belton Theater on the NPCC South Campus, 601 W. State Farm Rd., and Sept. 13 in the Canteen Room of the playhouse.

Auditionees can arrive between 6-8 p.m. at either location. Each audition is expected to take approximately 20 minutes.

The production dates are Nov. 10-12 and Nov. 17-19 with showtimes of 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays.&nbsp;

Ritch Galvan can be contacted for more information about the production at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:galvanr@mpcc.edu">galvanr@mpcc.edu</a>.

Heather Johnson NPCCThe North Platte Community College Theater Department and North Platte Community Playhouse will host auditions for “Steel Magnolias” next month.Six women ages 18-70 are needed for the roles. No previous acting experience is required.<figure>
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 </figure>“Steel Magnolias,” is a comedy-drama about a group of Southern women who bond over life’s triumphs and tragedies. Scenes revolve around a beauty parlor, where the ladies have standing Saturday appointments – more for gossiping and solving problems than for beautification purposes.The play premiered off-Broadway in 1987 and was subsequently adapted into a movie starring Sally Field, Julia Roberts, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Olympia Dukakis and Daryl Hannah in 1989.Auditions will be Sept. 12 in the McDonald-Belton Theater on the NPCC South Campus, 601 W. State Farm Rd., and Sept. 13 in the Canteen Room of the playhouse.Auditionees can arrive between 6-8 p.m. at either location. Each audition is expected to take approximately 20 minutes.The production dates are Nov. 10-12 and Nov. 17-19 with showtimes of 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays.&nbsp;Ritch Galvan can be contacted for more information about the production at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:galvanr@mpcc.edu">galvanr@mpcc.edu</a>.

NPCC Theater department announces auditions for fall play

Jeremiah Brett Terry, 39, North Platte and Kaleigh Anne Berg, 28, North Platte

Zane Thomas Gibson, 21, North Platte and Brittany Jo-Lynn Purcell, 22, North Platte

Andrew Noah Gingerich, 26, North Platte and Angela Rose Bueckert, 23, North Platte

Jeremiah Brett Terry, 39, North Platte and Kaleigh Anne Berg, 28, North PlatteZane Thomas Gibson, 21, North Platte and Brittany Jo-Lynn Purcell, 22, North PlatteAndrew Noah Gingerich, 26, North Platte and Angela Rose Bueckert, 23, North Platte

Marriage Licenses For Lincoln County (Week of August 14th)

The Mid-Plains Community College Stampede will thunder into North Platte’s Wild West Arena Sept. 14-16.

Contestants from 14 colleges in five states will vie for championship buckles in saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, bull riding, tie-down roping, team roping, breakaway roping, steer wrestling, goat tying and barrel racing.

Sanctioned by the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association, the Stampede is a qualifying event, meaning any points contestants earn at the competition will count toward an end-of-year shot at the College National Finals Rodeo.

Stock will be provided by Phillips Rodeo Company and Family based out of Elwood, and the announcer will be Caleb Dorenkamp, of Holly, Colo.

<a></a><a>The Sept. 14 performance will begin at 7 p.m. and will be followed by slack - the overflow of events from the main rodeo. Sept. 15-16, slack will start at 9 a.m., and the main performances will be at 7 p.m.</a>

The final night of the rodeo will include a special scholarship presentation by the NEBRASKAland Days board and the Buffalo Bill Rodeo committee.

Tickets for the performances can be purchased at the gate. Admission is $10 or $20 for a three-day pass. The exception is children 10 and younger who will be admitted free. MPCC students and employees will also be allowed in for free with a college ID.

Concessions and merchandise will be provided by The Wranglers, the official booster committee of the MPCC rodeo team, all three days of the Stampede.

Heather Johnson MPCCThe Mid-Plains Community College Stampede will thunder into North Platte’s Wild West Arena Sept. 14-16.<figure>
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 <figcaption>The Mid-Plains Community College Stampede will thunder into North Platte’s Wild West Arena Sept. 14-16. Contestants from 14 colleges in five states will vie for championship buckles in saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, bull riding, tie-down roping, team roping, breakaway roping, steer wrestling, goat tying and barrel racing. Sanctioned by the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association, the Stampede is a qualifying event, meaning any points contestants earn at the competition will count toward an end-of-year shot at the College National Finals Rodeo. Stock will be provided by Phillips Rodeo Company and Family based out of Elwood, and the announcer will be Caleb Dorenkamp, of Holly, Colo. The Sept. 14 performance will begin at 7 p.m. and will be followed by slack - the overflow of events from the main rodeo. Sept. 15-16, slack will start at 9 a.m., and the main performances will be at 7 p.m. The final night of the rodeo will include a special scholarship presentation by the NEBRASKAland Days board and the Buffalo Bill Rodeo committee. Tickets for the performances can be purchased at the gate. Admission is $10 or $20 for a three-day pass. The exception is children 10 and younger who will be admitted free. MPCC students and employees will also be allowed in for free with a college ID. Concessions and merchandise will be provided by The Wranglers, the official booster committee of the MPCC rodeo team, all three days of the Stampede. </figcaption>
 </figure>Contestants from 14 colleges in five states will vie for championship buckles in saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, bull riding, tie-down roping, team roping, breakaway roping, steer wrestling, goat tying and barrel racing.Sanctioned by the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association, the Stampede is a qualifying event, meaning any points contestants earn at the competition will count toward an end-of-year shot at the College National Finals Rodeo.Stock will be provided by Phillips Rodeo Company and Family based out of Elwood, and the announcer will be Caleb Dorenkamp, of Holly, Colo.<a></a><a>The Sept. 14 performance will begin at 7 p.m. and will be followed by slack - the overflow of events from the main rodeo. Sept. 15-16, slack will start at 9 a.m., and the main performances will be at 7 p.m.</a>The final night of the rodeo will include a special scholarship presentation by the NEBRASKAland Days board and the Buffalo Bill Rodeo committee.Tickets for the performances can be purchased at the gate. Admission is $10 or $20 for a three-day pass. The exception is children 10 and younger who will be admitted free. MPCC students and employees will also be allowed in for free with a college ID.Concessions and merchandise will be provided by The Wranglers, the official booster committee of the MPCC rodeo team, all three days of the Stampede.

MPCC Stampede to take over Wild West Arena Sept. 14-16

(North Platte, Neb.) — Weather permitting, William Street will be closed between Dewey and Jeffers beginning Monday, August 21, according to the Nebraska Department of&nbsp; Transportation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The eastbound and westbound lanes of William Street will be closed. Motorists are advised to utilize&nbsp; alternate routes during the closure. The closure is expected to be in place for approximately three (3) weeks.&nbsp;

Paulsen, Inc. of Cozad is the contractor for this project. The closure will be for construction of new concrete pavement, including the William Street intersection.&nbsp;

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

(North Platte, Neb.) — Weather permitting, William Street will be closed between Dewey and Jeffers beginning Monday, August 21, according to the Nebraska Department of&nbsp; Transportation.&nbsp;&nbsp;The eastbound and westbound lanes of William Street will be closed. Motorists are advised to utilize&nbsp; alternate routes during the closure. The closure is expected to be in place for approximately three (3) weeks.&nbsp;Paulsen, Inc. of Cozad is the contractor for this project. The closure will be for construction of new concrete pavement, including the William Street intersection.&nbsp;Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones down.&nbsp;

Closure of William Street in North Platte Monday

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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: August 20th, 2023

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Planned Parenthood of the Heartland has appealed a judge's ruling that left a new Nebraska law intact that bans&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/transgender-health-care-abortion-ban-nebraska-1a88067bf403559116df7c09e004e472">abortions</a>&nbsp;after 12 weeks of pregnancy and imposes restrictions on gender-affirming surgery.

Planned Parenthood filed its appeal Friday with help from the American Civil Liberties Union of Nebraska, one week after a judge sided with the state and rejected the challenge to the law&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trans-health-abortion-laws-nebraska-3bd01980e0df33bc89afc3d5b0c11f93">Nebraska lawmakers approved</a>&nbsp;earlier this year.

The lawsuit had argued that the law violated a Nebraska constitutional rule that bills cannot contain more than one subject, but the judge disagreed. Lawmakers&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-transgender-ban-nebraska-filibuster-94f1e637e2d9034f608c793bf929e888">added the abortion ban</a>&nbsp;to an existing bill dealing with gender-related care.

The law outlaws abortion after 12 weeks of pregnancy with exceptions for rape, incest and to save the life of the mother. As of Oct. 1, it also will prevent people under 19 from receiving gender-affirming surgery and restricts the use of hormone treatments and puberty blockers for minors.

Ruth Richardson, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood North Central States, said her organization “will never stop fighting for the reproductive freedom, bodily autonomy and health of our Nebraska communities.”

Richardson said Planned Parenthood will continue to provide abortions to women up to the 12th week of pregnancy in compliance with state law, and it will work with anyone who needs care later in pregnancy to find treatment in another state.

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Planned Parenthood of the Heartland has appealed a judge's ruling that left a new Nebraska law intact that bans&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/transgender-health-care-abortion-ban-nebraska-1a88067bf403559116df7c09e004e472">abortions</a>&nbsp;after 12 weeks of pregnancy and imposes restrictions on gender-affirming surgery.Planned Parenthood filed its appeal Friday with help from the American Civil Liberties Union of Nebraska, one week after a judge sided with the state and rejected the challenge to the law&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trans-health-abortion-laws-nebraska-3bd01980e0df33bc89afc3d5b0c11f93">Nebraska lawmakers approved</a>&nbsp;earlier this year.The lawsuit had argued that the law violated a Nebraska constitutional rule that bills cannot contain more than one subject, but the judge disagreed. Lawmakers&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/abortion-transgender-ban-nebraska-filibuster-94f1e637e2d9034f608c793bf929e888">added the abortion ban</a>&nbsp;to an existing bill dealing with gender-related care.The law outlaws abortion after 12 weeks of pregnancy with exceptions for rape, incest and to save the life of the mother. As of Oct. 1, it also will prevent people under 19 from receiving gender-affirming surgery and restricts the use of hormone treatments and puberty blockers for minors.Ruth Richardson, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood North Central States, said her organization “will never stop fighting for the reproductive freedom, bodily autonomy and health of our Nebraska communities.”Richardson said Planned Parenthood will continue to provide abortions to women up to the 12th week of pregnancy in compliance with state law, and it will work with anyone who needs care later in pregnancy to find treatment in another state.

Planned Parenthood appeals ruling that let Neb. abortion ban stand

The 2023 North Platte Community College raffle car, a 1972 Pontiac Le Mans Sport, will be part of the attractions at the Nebraska State Fair.

The Le Mans will be on display from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 25 through Sept. 3 and from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept. 4 inside the Pinnacle Bank Expo Center at Fonner Park.&nbsp;The public will have the opportunity to view and purchase tickets for the car at those time

The Le Mans is the 18th raffle vehicle produced by the college’s Transportation Division. It was restored by students in NPCC’s Automotive Technology and Auto Body Technology programs.

Among the Pontiac’s many features are a LQ4 6.0L engine,&nbsp;4L80 transmission, four-wheel disc brakes, a Kilduff Shifter and Ford nine-inch, clutch-style Eaton Posi differential.

The car is painted in PPG Lightning Blue, boasts a custom hood and front valance and comes with air conditioning and cruise control amenities.

The Le Mans will tour the state throughout the summer, making appearances at car shows, parades and cruise night events. A schedule is posted at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.mpcc.edu/academics/programs/classic-car-raffle.php" target="_blank">mpcc.edu/academics/programs/classic-car-raffle.php</a>.&nbsp;

A total of 10,000 raffle tickets will be offered at a cost of $10 each. Proceeds will be used for scholarships for students in the college’s transportation programs and to help offset the cost of producing the next raffle car project.

Tickets will be sold everywhere the vehicle is displayed, at the welcome centers of Mid-Plains Community College campuses&nbsp;in McCook, North Platte, Broken Bow, Imperial, Ogallala and Valentine and at various area businesses.

The businesses, organizations and individuals selling tickets this year include: Don’s Motor Company, Cohagen Battery Store, Levander’s Body Shop, Grandma’s Memories Antiques and Collectibles, Isabelle’s Auction House, A.J. Janas, Pat Smith, Jody’s Auto Sales and LKQ Corporation, all in North Platte.

MNB Bank and MNB Insurance, in McCook; the Yellow Rose Lounge and Herrick Auto and Marine, in Curtis; Top Notch Auto and Towing and Moe’s Graphics, in Gothenburg; Kent Silvester, in Imperial and Neil Noel, in Beaver City will also have tickets.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The drawing for the Le Mans will be 2 p.m. Sept. 9 during the annual Colonel Cody’s Cruise Show and Shine in Memorial Park.&nbsp;

Heather Johnson NPCCThe 2023 North Platte Community College raffle car, a 1972 Pontiac Le Mans Sport, will be part of the attractions at the Nebraska State Fair.The Le Mans will be on display from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 25 through Sept. 3 and from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept. 4 inside the Pinnacle Bank Expo Center at Fonner Park.&nbsp;The public will have the opportunity to view and purchase tickets for the car at those time<figure>
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 </figure>About the carThe Le Mans is the 18th raffle vehicle produced by the college’s Transportation Division. It was restored by students in NPCC’s Automotive Technology and Auto Body Technology programs.Among the Pontiac’s many features are a LQ4 6.0L engine,&nbsp;4L80 transmission, four-wheel disc brakes, a Kilduff Shifter and Ford nine-inch, clutch-style Eaton Posi differential.The car is painted in PPG Lightning Blue, boasts a custom hood and front valance and comes with air conditioning and cruise control amenities.Upcoming appearancesThe Le Mans will tour the state throughout the summer, making appearances at car shows, parades and cruise night events. A schedule is posted at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.mpcc.edu/academics/programs/classic-car-raffle.php" target="_blank">mpcc.edu/academics/programs/classic-car-raffle.php</a>.&nbsp;A total of 10,000 raffle tickets will be offered at a cost of $10 each. Proceeds will be used for scholarships for students in the college’s transportation programs and to help offset the cost of producing the next raffle car project.Tickets will be sold everywhere the vehicle is displayed, at the welcome centers of Mid-Plains Community College campuses&nbsp;in McCook, North Platte, Broken Bow, Imperial, Ogallala and Valentine and at various area businesses.The businesses, organizations and individuals selling tickets this year include: Don’s Motor Company, Cohagen Battery Store, Levander’s Body Shop, Grandma’s Memories Antiques and Collectibles, Isabelle’s Auction House, A.J. Janas, Pat Smith, Jody’s Auto Sales and LKQ Corporation, all in North Platte.MNB Bank and MNB Insurance, in McCook; the Yellow Rose Lounge and Herrick Auto and Marine, in Curtis; Top Notch Auto and Towing and Moe’s Graphics, in Gothenburg; Kent Silvester, in Imperial and Neil Noel, in Beaver City will also have tickets.&nbsp;&nbsp;The drawing for the Le Mans will be 2 p.m. Sept. 9 during the annual Colonel Cody’s Cruise Show and Shine in Memorial Park.&nbsp;

NPCC raffle car to join state fair attractions   

Students studying Emergency Medical Services at Mid-Plains Community College will soon be able to practice treating patients in an ambulance – long before they ever set out on the road.

<a>A SimLeader ambulance box has arrived at the college’s South Campus in North Platte. Purchased from Echo Healthcare, the simulator will allow students to train in a safe and controlled environment prior to experiencing an on-the-job emergency.</a>

“The ambulance simulator is one of a kind,” said Alex McConnell, EMS and CPR coordinator.&nbsp; “Students will be able to familiarize themselves with the feel and equipment of a life-size ambulance all while getting the benefit of road noise and movement.”&nbsp;

Some of the simulator’s many features include:

“The ambulance box is fully functioning, so instead of simulating suction or oxygen application, students will be flipping switches and equipment will turn on so that they know it is working and how that feels,” said McConnell.

Monitors covering the windows can depict familiar scenes.&nbsp;

“We can take a camera, record a drive from the college to the hospital and then play that footage on the monitors,” McConnell said. “The students will then see all of the local scenery as if they were actually driving past it.”

The ambulance box also doubles as a driving simulator, allowing students to feel turns, bumps and speed changes in real time and prepare for radical weather, poor road conditions and an array of traffic scenarios.

Those “driving” the simulator will gain a better understanding of how certain actions affect EMS providers in the back.

“The scenarios we can run are endless,” said McConnell.&nbsp;“It is our hope that we can not only train new students but also encourage departments to come in, train with us and utilize the driving simulator for a portion of their EVOC training.&nbsp;Anytime we can give our students and providers real-life experience and put them in stressful situations where we can teach and debrief without having a real patient’s life in the balance is of huge benefit.&nbsp;The more they can practice, the better they will perform, and hopefully the calmer and more collected they will feel during actual emergencies.”

The ambulance box will be housed in the newly expanded area of MPCC’s Health and Science Center. EMS students will be tasked with cleaning it so they can be prepared to keep themselves and others safe on calls.

The total cost of the simulator was $290,000. Of that, $25,000 was donated by Priority Medical and $64,000 came from a grant from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Emergency Medical Services Program.

That funding was part of a $1 million grant awarded to Nebraska to be used for EMS training agencies across the state. MPCC was selected as one of the recipients because of its central location and ability to serve a large population of students.

Training on the simulator is expected to begin this fall.

Information about the Emergency Medical Services program offerings at MPCC can be found on the college’s website,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.mpcc.edu/" target="_blank">mpcc.edu</a>.

Heather Johnson MPCCStudents studying Emergency Medical Services at Mid-Plains Community College will soon be able to practice treating patients in an ambulance – long before they ever set out on the road.<a>A SimLeader ambulance box has arrived at the college’s South Campus in North Platte. Purchased from Echo Healthcare, the simulator will allow students to train in a safe and controlled environment prior to experiencing an on-the-job emergency.</a><figure>
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 </figure>“The ambulance simulator is one of a kind,” said Alex McConnell, EMS and CPR coordinator.&nbsp; “Students will be able to familiarize themselves with the feel and equipment of a life-size ambulance all while getting the benefit of road noise and movement.”&nbsp;Some of the simulator’s many features include:<ul>
 <li>Full aluminum ambulance construction</li><li>Full hydraulic system with motion</li><li>Real-time driving simulator</li><li>Three monitor screens</li><li>Driving scenarios using local streets</li><li>Instructor-led, software-driven scenarios</li><li>Full temperature control</li><li>Programmable LED lights and surround sound</li><li>Fully functioning electrical outlets</li><li>Oxygen outlets</li><li>50 PSI oxygen regulator</li>
 </ul>“The ambulance box is fully functioning, so instead of simulating suction or oxygen application, students will be flipping switches and equipment will turn on so that they know it is working and how that feels,” said McConnell.Monitors covering the windows can depict familiar scenes.&nbsp;“We can take a camera, record a drive from the college to the hospital and then play that footage on the monitors,” McConnell said. “The students will then see all of the local scenery as if they were actually driving past it.”The ambulance box also doubles as a driving simulator, allowing students to feel turns, bumps and speed changes in real time and prepare for radical weather, poor road conditions and an array of traffic scenarios.Those “driving” the simulator will gain a better understanding of how certain actions affect EMS providers in the back.“The scenarios we can run are endless,” said McConnell.&nbsp;“It is our hope that we can not only train new students but also encourage departments to come in, train with us and utilize the driving simulator for a portion of their EVOC training.&nbsp;Anytime we can give our students and providers real-life experience and put them in stressful situations where we can teach and debrief without having a real patient’s life in the balance is of huge benefit.&nbsp;The more they can practice, the better they will perform, and hopefully the calmer and more collected they will feel during actual emergencies.”The ambulance box will be housed in the newly expanded area of MPCC’s Health and Science Center. EMS students will be tasked with cleaning it so they can be prepared to keep themselves and others safe on calls.The total cost of the simulator was $290,000. Of that, $25,000 was donated by Priority Medical and $64,000 came from a grant from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Emergency Medical Services Program.That funding was part of a $1 million grant awarded to Nebraska to be used for EMS training agencies across the state. MPCC was selected as one of the recipients because of its central location and ability to serve a large population of students.Training on the simulator is expected to begin this fall.Information about the Emergency Medical Services program offerings at MPCC can be found on the college’s website,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.mpcc.edu/" target="_blank">mpcc.edu</a>.

 Ambulance simulator will provide MPCC students with real-world training

On August 18, 2023, at approximately 8:24 a.m. the Custer County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 3-vehicle accident on Nebraska Highway 2 near the Road 812 intersection, 1.5 miles southeast of Anselmo.  

A John Deere tractor, driven by a 21-year-old Merna, NE male, was traveling east on Highway 2.  A 1997 Freightliner semi, pulling a livestock trailer, driven by a 30-year-old Arapahoe, NE male, was traveling east on Highway 2, behind the tractor.  The semi struck the John Deere tractor's left rear, causing the semi to skid across the roadway and tip over onto the passenger side.  The semi came to rest in the east ditch with the trailer on the highway.  The tractor came to rest on the side of the highway.  

A 2020 Ford Pickup was traveling west on Highway 2.  The driver was unable to avoid the trailer in the roadway and struck it with the front of the pickup.

All three drivers were transported to the Jennie Melham Hospital.  The driver of the Ford pickup was pronounced dead at the hospital.  

The deceased driver of the Ford Pickup was wearing a seatbelt and airbags deployed.  The driver of the tractor was not seat belted, seat belt use by the semi driver is unknown.  There were no passengers in the vehicles.  

The semi had cattle in the trailer, and a number of the cattle died as a result of the accident.

The Nebraska State Patrol assisted with the investigation.  Broken Bow, Merna and Anselmo Fire and Rescue, Hunter’s Towing, Trumbull Towing, Nebraska Department of Roads, and numerous citizens assisted with the accident scene.  

The names of the drivers are being withheld pending notification of relatives.  

The Custer County Sheriff’s Office offers thoughts and prayers to all those affected by the accident.  

Dan Osmond Custer County SheriffOn August 18, 2023, at approximately 8:24 a.m. the Custer County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 3-vehicle accident on Nebraska Highway 2 near the Road 812 intersection, 1.5 miles southeast of Anselmo. A John Deere tractor, driven by a 21-year-old Merna, NE male, was traveling east on Highway 2. A 1997 Freightliner semi, pulling a livestock trailer, driven by a 30-year-old Arapahoe, NE male, was traveling east on Highway 2, behind the tractor. The semi struck the John Deere tractor's left rear, causing the semi to skid across the roadway and tip over onto the passenger side. The semi came to rest in the east ditch with the trailer on the highway. The tractor came to rest on the side of the highway. A 2020 Ford Pickup was traveling west on Highway 2. The driver was unable to avoid the trailer in the roadway and struck it with the front of the pickup.All three drivers were transported to the Jennie Melham Hospital. The driver of the Ford pickup was pronounced dead at the hospital. The deceased driver of the Ford Pickup was wearing a seatbelt and airbags deployed. The driver of the tractor was not seat belted, seat belt use by the semi driver is unknown. There were no passengers in the vehicles. The semi had cattle in the trailer, and a number of the cattle died as a result of the accident.The Nebraska State Patrol assisted with the investigation. Broken Bow, Merna and Anselmo Fire and Rescue, Hunter’s Towing, Trumbull Towing, Nebraska Department of Roads, and numerous citizens assisted with the accident scene. The names of the drivers are being withheld pending notification of relatives. The Custer County Sheriff’s Office offers thoughts and prayers to all those affected by the accident. Dan OsmondCuster County Sheriff

Custer County Sheriff release statement on the 3 vehicle accident on Friday

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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: August 19th, 2023

The Ogallala Police Department is participating in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over DUI campaign beginning August 16th, until September 4th, 2023. During this time there will be extra officers patrolling the streets performing traffic stops for enhanced DUI enforcement.

The Ogallala Police Department is participating in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over DUI campaign beginning August 16th, until September 4th, 2023. During this time there will be extra officers patrolling the streets performing traffic stops for enhanced DUI enforcement.<figure>
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Ogallala Police Department participating in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over 

New students check into the North Platte Community College South Campus dorms Thursday. An orientation session is planned for Friday, and fall classes will officially begin on Monday.

Heather Johnson&nbsp; NPCCNew students check into the North Platte Community College South Campus dorms Thursday. An orientation session is planned for Friday, and fall classes will officially begin on Monday.

NPCC students arrive on campus

Keep North Platte and Lincoln County Beautiful and the&nbsp;North Platte Bulletin

Keep North Platte and Lincoln County Beautiful and the&nbsp;North Platte Bulletin&nbsp;held a competition to honor households and businesses that have beautiful landscapes.&nbsp; Prize sponsors for the competition include North Platte Hardware and Coldwell Banker Preferred Group.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nominations were taken during the past month. The judges collectively scored 22 yards to determine the winners.&nbsp;

The rankings were based on curb appeal, balance and color, sustainability, creativity, and maintenance.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ward 1 – 707 East B Street – Marilee Hyde

Ward 2 – 1601 West D – Lee and Joyce McConahay

Ward 3 – 117 South Sycamore – Roger and Lilia Neth

Ward 4 – 2423 West 17th&nbsp;– Ben and Brooke Tucker

The competition encourages and celebrates keeping North Platte beautiful.&nbsp; Judges commented on how close the competition was this year.&nbsp; “I commend everyone who puts so much effort into making our community beautiful,” said Ward 1 Judge.&nbsp; “The winner in my ward had an oasis for a back yard.”&nbsp; Ward 4 Judges struggled between picking a clear winner, “I think if we could declare them all winners, we would.”&nbsp;

Keep North Platte and Lincoln County Beautiful and the&nbsp;North Platte BulletinKeep North Platte and Lincoln County Beautiful and the&nbsp;North Platte Bulletin&nbsp;held a competition to honor households and businesses that have beautiful landscapes.&nbsp; Prize sponsors for the competition include North Platte Hardware and Coldwell Banker Preferred Group.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Nominations were taken during the past month. The judges collectively scored 22 yards to determine the winners.&nbsp;The rankings were based on curb appeal, balance and color, sustainability, creativity, and maintenance.&nbsp;&nbsp;The 2023 winners:Ward 1 – 707 East B Street – Marilee HydeWard 2 – 1601 West D – Lee and Joyce McConahayWard 3 – 117 South Sycamore – Roger and Lilia NethWard 4 – 2423 West 17th&nbsp;– Ben and Brooke TuckerBusiness – Husker InnCounty – Honorable Mention &nbsp;3251 N Splinter RdMike and Pam Brosseau474 W University DrDalene and Bob Skates2530 W Robert StreetJeff and Keri FisherThe competition encourages and celebrates keeping North Platte beautiful.&nbsp; Judges commented on how close the competition was this year.&nbsp; “I commend everyone who puts so much effort into making our community beautiful,” said Ward 1 Judge.&nbsp; “The winner in my ward had an oasis for a back yard.”&nbsp; Ward 4 Judges struggled between picking a clear winner, “I think if we could declare them all winners, we would.”&nbsp;

2023 Yard of the Summer Competition Winners Announced

The City of North Platte’s Sanitation Department will begin overlaying the Transfer Station Road&nbsp; starting this Friday August 18th and continuing through Saturday August 19th.&nbsp;

If at all possible; Please avoid using the Transfer Station Road this Friday&nbsp; and Saturday…&nbsp;

Please use caution around the construction area and observe and follow all signs and flagger instructions for the safety of you and the workers.&nbsp;

The North Platte Sanitation Department would like to thank you for your cooperation in making this a safe and expedient project.&nbsp;

If you have any questions, please contact the City of North Platte Sanitation Department at 535-6700. 

City of North PlatteThe City of North Platte’s Sanitation Department will begin overlaying the Transfer Station Road&nbsp; starting this Friday August 18th and continuing through Saturday August 19th.&nbsp;If at all possible; Please avoid using the Transfer Station Road this Friday&nbsp; and Saturday…&nbsp;Delays are inevitable.&nbsp;Please use caution around the construction area and observe and follow all signs and flagger instructions for the safety of you and the workers.&nbsp;The North Platte Sanitation Department would like to thank you for your cooperation in making this a safe and expedient project.&nbsp;If you have any questions, please contact the City of North Platte Sanitation Department at 535-6700.

City of North Platte will begin overlaying the Transfer Station Road today and tomorrow

On August 16, 2023, around 5:50 p.m. the Lincoln County Dispatch Center received a call of suspicious circumstances at a residence in Hershey, NE.   Deputies responded and spoke with the homeowner.  The homeowner advised about a half an hour prior to calling a white vehicle pulled up in her driveway and was honking the horn. 

  The vehicle was described as a newer white Cadillac Escalade or Chevrolet Suburban.   A middle eastern or Indian women came to the door and knocked.  The resident answered and the female grabbed her hand, in broken English asked her to speak with her husband.

  The owner refused and went back in her residence and retrieved a pistol and put it in her pocket.   She again met with the female who attempted to pull her by the hand toward the vehicle to speak with her husband.  The homeowner did go speak with the husband near the passenger door.   The male advised he wanted to buy some chickens from the homeowner, was very determined and showed her some money. 

  The homeowner said her chickens were not for sale, but he persisted.  The male then got out of the driver’s seat of the vehicle and began to walk around the vehicle toward the homeowner.  The homeowner noticed there was a large machete in the front seat of the vehicle.   The homeowner backed up and drew her pistol from her pocket. 

  The male observed the pistol and in broken English said, “We Leave!!!”.   A large amount of on and off duty Deputies and Nebraska State Troopers responded to the area searching for the vehicle.  The homeowner advised the vehicle left westbound on Highway 30 from Hershey.  After several hours the vehicle was not found and assumed to be out of the area. 

  Because of the cultural and language issues this may have been an entirely innocent incident.  However, the Sheriff’s Office applauds the female homeowner for using her 2nd Amendment Right to protect herself, family, and property.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lincoln County SheriffOn August 16, 2023, around 5:50 p.m. the Lincoln County Dispatch Center received a call of suspicious circumstances at a residence in Hershey, NE. Deputies responded and spoke with the homeowner. The homeowner advised about a half an hour prior to calling a white vehicle pulled up in her driveway and was honking the horn. The vehicle was described as a newer white Cadillac Escalade or Chevrolet Suburban. A middle eastern or Indian women came to the door and knocked. The resident answered and the female grabbed her hand, in broken English asked her to speak with her husband.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FLincolnCountySheriffsOfficeNP%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02aRgZQpdzozvFHW49uumtF8kU16Y9d1zwQJUk3WVaavqZ1nWyr21UjWyMS5eFwVUBl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="291" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div> The owner refused and went back in her residence and retrieved a pistol and put it in her pocket. She again met with the female who attempted to pull her by the hand toward the vehicle to speak with her husband. The homeowner did go speak with the husband near the passenger door. The male advised he wanted to buy some chickens from the homeowner, was very determined and showed her some money. The homeowner said her chickens were not for sale, but he persisted. The male then got out of the driver’s seat of the vehicle and began to walk around the vehicle toward the homeowner. The homeowner noticed there was a large machete in the front seat of the vehicle. The homeowner backed up and drew her pistol from her pocket. The male observed the pistol and in broken English said, “We Leave!!!”. A large amount of on and off duty Deputies and Nebraska State Troopers responded to the area searching for the vehicle. The homeowner advised the vehicle left westbound on Highway 30 from Hershey. After several hours the vehicle was not found and assumed to be out of the area. Because of the cultural and language issues this may have been an entirely innocent incident. However, the Sheriff’s Office applauds the female homeowner for using her 2nd Amendment Right to protect herself, family, and property.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lincoln County Sheriff releases statement involving White Escalade incident

Nebraska Department of Transportation

(North Platte, Neb.) — William Street in North Platte has re-opened, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.&nbsp;

Paulsen, Inc. of Cozad is the contractor for this project. The closure was for installation of storm the sewer pipe underneath William Street.&nbsp;

Nebraska Department of Transportation(North Platte, Neb.) — William Street in North Platte has re-opened, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.&nbsp;Paulsen, Inc. of Cozad is the contractor for this project. The closure was for installation of storm the sewer pipe underneath William Street.&nbsp;Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones down.&nbsp;

William Street Re-Opened in North Platte 

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The Hot Sheets: August 18th, 2023

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