North Platte Post News Director Canon Rath talked with Paul Oettinger about the upcoming 5th Annual Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival this Saturday at Pals Brewing Company in North Platte.&nbsp;

NORTH PLATTE - Pals Brewing Company in North Platte will be the host site of the 5th Annual Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival going on this Saturday from 4pm - 8pm (if you have a VIP ticket, the event runs from 3pm - 8 pm). The event features many vendors from across the state of Nebraska, the Pals food menu and different types of BBQ will be offered. Live music will be playing during the event.&nbsp;

The 5th Annual Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival highlights brewers on the western side of the state but the event is welcome to all brewers in the state of Nebraska. "It's really a celebration of Western Nebraska craft beer," said Paul Oettinger. "Really it's for the whole state of Nebraska, we have couple Omaha breweries and a Norfolk brewery coming this year and we have about 10 or 12 of the Western Nebraska breweries that are going to be there”.&nbsp;

The event will feature a fruit beer where folks will try the fruit beers and vote on their favorite. At the end of the event, the winner will be announced. It will be a blind vote. Tickets to the event are still available. VIP tickets are sold out, but GA tickets are still available. Advanced tickets are $35, and at the door are $40. If you would like to purchase tickets, <a href="https://www.palsbrewingcompany.com/event-details/western-nebraska-craft-brew-festival">click here.</a> To learn more about the 5th Annual Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival, check out the podcast above.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post News Director Canon Rath talked with Paul Oettinger about the upcoming 5th Annual Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival this Saturday at Pals Brewing Company in North Platte.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) 5th Annual Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival- Conversation with Paul Oettinger" 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=q8v65-149be11-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 - Pals Brewing Company in North Platte will be the host site of the 5th Annual Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival going on this Saturday from 4pm - 8pm (if you have a VIP ticket, the event runs from 3pm - 8 pm). The event features many vendors from across the state of Nebraska, the Pals food menu and different types of BBQ will be offered. Live music will be playing during the event.&nbsp;The 5th Annual Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival highlights brewers on the western side of the state but the event is welcome to all brewers in the state of Nebraska. "It's really a celebration of Western Nebraska craft beer," said Paul Oettinger. "Really it's for the whole state of Nebraska, we have couple Omaha breweries and a Norfolk brewery coming this year and we have about 10 or 12 of the Western Nebraska breweries that are going to be there”.&nbsp;The event will feature a fruit beer where folks will try the fruit beers and vote on their favorite. At the end of the event, the winner will be announced. It will be a blind vote. Tickets to the event are still available. VIP tickets are sold out, but GA tickets are still available. Advanced tickets are $35, and at the door are $40. If you would like to purchase tickets, <a href="https://www.palsbrewingcompany.com/event-details/western-nebraska-craft-brew-festival">click here.</a> To learn more about the 5th Annual Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival, check out the podcast above.&nbsp;

(Audio) 5th Annual Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival- Conversation with Paul Oettinger

Keep North Platte and Lincoln County Beautiful

Do you have old tires you’ve been looking to get rid of? Keep North Platte Lincoln County Beautiful, the City of North Platte and Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy is hosting a Tire Collection Event October 5-6, 2023 from 8AM – 4PM or until the threshold of 250 tons is met. 

You can bring up to 10 tires to the North Platte Transfer Station located at 3320 W North Lake Rd which is near Lake Maloney. Only 10 tires per load will be accepted from Lincoln County and surrounding counties free of charge. 

No rims will be taken. Once the 250 ton threshold is met, the event will be closed. Tire businesses are not allowed to drop off at this event. For additional questions please contact Keep North Platte and Lincoln County Beautiful at (308)534-8100.

Keep North Platte and Lincoln County BeautifulDo you have old tires you’ve been looking to get rid of? Keep North Platte Lincoln County Beautiful, the City of North Platte and Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy is hosting a Tire Collection Event October 5-6, 2023 from 8AM – 4PM or until the threshold of 250 tons is met. You can bring up to 10 tires to the North Platte Transfer Station located at 3320 W North Lake Rd which is near Lake Maloney. Only 10 tires per load will be accepted from Lincoln County and surrounding counties free of charge. No rims will be taken. Once the 250 ton threshold is met, the event will be closed. Tire businesses are not allowed to drop off at this event. For additional questions please contact Keep North Platte and Lincoln County Beautiful at (308)534-8100.

Tire Amnesty to Be Held in October in North Platte

North Platte, Ne - Since 1934, the Buchheit family from Missouri has been assisting farmers, ranchers and the everyday do-it-yourselfers find the everyday materials needed for daily operations. In the beginning, it was grocerys, then livestock feed, and now over 90 years later the Buchheit family carries on their family legacy with their stores, now in over 20 communities in 5 states.&nbsp;

The North Platte store, formally Orscheln Farm &amp; Home, held it's Bechheit Grand Opening Wednesday morning. The new business welcomed local first responders from the North Platte Police Department, Sheriffs Department, Nebraska State Patrol, and North Platte Fire Department to their board cutting. Yes, the Buchheit's sawed a custom Buchheit North Platte board in two to celebrate the new store.

Grand Opening specials will continue at the new store throughout September at 2501 East 4th Street in North Platte.

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 </figure>North Platte, Ne - Since 1934, the Buchheit family from Missouri has been assisting farmers, ranchers and the everyday do-it-yourselfers find the everyday materials needed for daily operations. In the beginning, it was grocerys, then livestock feed, and now over 90 years later the Buchheit family carries on their family legacy with their stores, now in over 20 communities in 5 states.&nbsp;The North Platte store, formally Orscheln Farm &amp; Home, held it's Bechheit Grand Opening Wednesday morning. The new business welcomed local first responders from the North Platte Police Department, Sheriffs Department, Nebraska State Patrol, and North Platte Fire Department to their board cutting. Yes, the Buchheit's sawed a custom Buchheit North Platte board in two to celebrate the new store.<figure>
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 </figure>Grand Opening specials will continue at the new store throughout September at 2501 East 4th Street in North Platte.

Buchheit celebrates Grand Opening Wednesday morning in North Platte

North Platte Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher as they recapped the September 5th, North Platte City Council meeting.&nbsp;&nbsp;

NORTH PLATTE - The September 5th North Platte City Council meeting has officially come and gone and there were different discussion points from the meeting. From the latest city council meeting, there were different agenda the council talked about celebrations at creativity arts council, public hearing on potentially converting a former church into a venue, and budget public hearing are just a few to list off.&nbsp;

A big chunk of the last city council meeting was a public hearing about converting a church into a venue. The venue would offer different events and parties but there was a good amount of concern heading into the hearing. “The purpose was to convert the church into a venue space and people can host parties and that sort of thing in this space,” said North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher. “The area residents were concerned about the possibility of having increase traffic and things like that and they came to express their concerns.”&nbsp;

If you want to hear more of the agenda the two discussed, check out the podcast above. If you would like to watch the September 5th, North Platte city council meeting,<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=or6__HUdKv0">&nbsp;click here.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;(Public hearings begin at 27:15-57:46 than pause for a presentation. The public hearings pick back up from 1:16:51-1:48:13)

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 </figure>North Platte Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher as they recapped the September 5th, North Platte City Council meeting.&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) North Platte City Council Meeting September 5th Recap" 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=nm5qi-149bd3e-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 September 5th North Platte City Council meeting has officially come and gone and there were different discussion points from the meeting. From the latest city council meeting, there were different agenda the council talked about celebrations at creativity arts council, public hearing on potentially converting a former church into a venue, and budget public hearing are just a few to list off.&nbsp;A big chunk of the last city council meeting was a public hearing about converting a church into a venue. The venue would offer different events and parties but there was a good amount of concern heading into the hearing. “The purpose was to convert the church into a venue space and people can host parties and that sort of thing in this space,” said North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher. “The area residents were concerned about the possibility of having increase traffic and things like that and they came to express their concerns.”&nbsp;If you want to hear more of the agenda the two discussed, check out the podcast above. If you would like to watch the September 5th, North Platte city council meeting,<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=or6__HUdKv0">&nbsp;click here.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;(Public hearings begin at 27:15-57:46 than pause for a presentation. The public hearings pick back up from 1:16:51-1:48:13)

(Audio) North Platte City Council Meeting September 5th Recap

Join us at Ash Hollow Historical Park for the 3rd Annual Ash Hollow Rendezvous!

The rendezvous will allow park visitors to absorb themselves in pre-1840 history, unique culture and educate themselves of an era gone by. Rendezvous were historically held in the fall between fur traders and local Native American tribes and were a time to gather, share trade goods such as skins, furs, beads, food items, weapons, and knowledge.

There will be demonstrations of black powder shooting, tomahawk throwing, recurve bow and arrow shooting, open fire cooking, trap setting, canoeing, along with traders’ row where goods can be viewed and purchased. A living history tent, emulating the spirit of American men and women of the era will host historical re-enactors speaking on subjects such as the newest kitchen utensils, fashion, political issues, current events, a card playing table and people that lived in 1876.

Food vendors will be on location for the event. There will be a Farmers’ Market on Friday and Saturday mornings from 9 a.m. – noon.

A rotation of activities will include: History of the Rendezvous, buffalo fleshing, hawk &amp; knife, fire starting, tin smithing, black powder shooting, quilting demonstrations, and a chuck wagon history and demonstration.

3 p.m. – Raffle for black powder gun &amp; handcrafted quilt; archery demonstration and shooting

5:30 p.m. – Early Americana singer: Charity Neal

9 a.m. – Trader’s Row opens; living history demonstrations will run from 9 a.m. – noon.

Ash Hollow opens at 9 a.m.&nbsp;Mountain Time&nbsp;and the events are free to attend. Vehicles require a valid park entry permit which can be purchased at the park or online at OutdoorNebraska.gov. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.

Nebraska Game and ParksJoin us at Ash Hollow Historical Park for the 3rd Annual Ash Hollow Rendezvous!The rendezvous will allow park visitors to absorb themselves in pre-1840 history, unique culture and educate themselves of an era gone by. Rendezvous were historically held in the fall between fur traders and local Native American tribes and were a time to gather, share trade goods such as skins, furs, beads, food items, weapons, and knowledge.<h2>Activities</h2>There will be demonstrations of black powder shooting, tomahawk throwing, recurve bow and arrow shooting, open fire cooking, trap setting, canoeing, along with traders’ row where goods can be viewed and purchased. A living history tent, emulating the spirit of American men and women of the era will host historical re-enactors speaking on subjects such as the newest kitchen utensils, fashion, political issues, current events, a card playing table and people that lived in 1876.Food vendors will be on location for the event. There will be a Farmers’ Market on Friday and Saturday mornings from 9 a.m. – noon.<h2>Friday, Sept. 8 – School Days</h2>A rotation of activities will include: History of the Rendezvous, buffalo fleshing, hawk &amp; knife, fire starting, tin smithing, black powder shooting, quilting demonstrations, and a chuck wagon history and demonstration.<h2>Sat. Sept. 9</h2>9 a.m. – Trader’s Row opens10 a.m. – Black Powder Shoot begins11 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Hawk and Knife3 p.m. – Raffle for black powder gun &amp; handcrafted quilt; archery demonstration and shooting5:30 p.m. – Early Americana singer: Charity Neal<h2>Sun. Sept 10</h2>9 a.m. – Trader’s Row opens; living history demonstrations will run from 9 a.m. – noon.Ash Hollow opens at 9 a.m.&nbsp;Mountain Time&nbsp;and the events are free to attend. Vehicles require a valid park entry permit which can be purchased at the park or online at OutdoorNebraska.gov. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.

3rd Annual Ash Hollow Rendezvous begins Friday in Lewellen

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/7ce1593649b94646aec0bda6fb3418d5">man who killed six</a>&nbsp;members of a Nebraska family nearly 50 years ago has died after complaining about chest pain.

<a href="https://apnews.com/60bc5d54c7484ac19a8cc03ab74906e4">Erwin Charles Simants</a>, who was 77, died Thursday at a Lincoln hospital, his attorney, Robert Lindemeier, told the&nbsp;<a href="https://journalstar.com/news/local/crime-courts/erwin-charles-simants-who-killed-6-nebraskans-in-1975-dies/article_4169f51e-4b56-11ee-9071-eb5690a5bf57.html#tracking-source=home-top-story">Lincoln Journal Star.</a>

Simants initially was sentenced to die in the electric chair for shooting Henry and Audrey Kellie, along with their son, David, and three of their grandchildren in 1975. He had been hired to do odd jobs for the family at their home in Sutherland, about 20 miles (32 kilometers) west of North Platte. Two of the victims also were sexually assaulted.

But that sentence was overturned in 1979, when the Nebraska Supreme Court ordered a new trial because the sheriff, a trial witness, played cards with some of the jurors while they were sequestered.

At retrial he was found not responsible by reason of insanity. He was diagnosed as schizophrenic and spent the rest of his life at a state psychiatric hospital.

The second insanity verdict prompted changes to Nebraska’s insanity law. The changes were part of a national movement in the legal world that gained prominence when&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/john-hinckley-jr-freed-9db1af865b01dc956cb33291438392dc">John Hinkley</a>&nbsp;was acquitted by reason of insanity for shooting President Ronald Reagan.

Those changes shifted the burden of proof from the prosecution to the defense and gave judges — not mental health boards — authority to decide when to release patients found not responsible by reason of insanity.

In Simants' last competency evaluation in December, a judge ruled that he was still considered mentally ill and dangerous.

Audrey Brown, the only surviving Kellie sibling who had moved to Colorado just weeks before Simants’ 1975 attack, died in 2018. She had driven to Lincoln for Simants’ annual review hearings each year for more than three decades.

“I think the courts need to recognize, and the public needs to recognize, there was a real family involved in this, and somebody still loves them and cares about them,” she said in 2013.

A grand jury will convene to investigate Simants' death.

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/7ce1593649b94646aec0bda6fb3418d5">man who killed six</a>&nbsp;members of a Nebraska family nearly 50 years ago has died after complaining about chest pain.<a href="https://apnews.com/60bc5d54c7484ac19a8cc03ab74906e4">Erwin Charles Simants</a>, who was 77, died Thursday at a Lincoln hospital, his attorney, Robert Lindemeier, told the&nbsp;<a href="https://journalstar.com/news/local/crime-courts/erwin-charles-simants-who-killed-6-nebraskans-in-1975-dies/article_4169f51e-4b56-11ee-9071-eb5690a5bf57.html#tracking-source=home-top-story">Lincoln Journal Star.</a>Simants initially was sentenced to die in the electric chair for shooting Henry and Audrey Kellie, along with their son, David, and three of their grandchildren in 1975. He had been hired to do odd jobs for the family at their home in Sutherland, about 20 miles (32 kilometers) west of North Platte. Two of the victims also were sexually assaulted.But that sentence was overturned in 1979, when the Nebraska Supreme Court ordered a new trial because the sheriff, a trial witness, played cards with some of the jurors while they were sequestered.At retrial he was found not responsible by reason of insanity. He was diagnosed as schizophrenic and spent the rest of his life at a state psychiatric hospital.The second insanity verdict prompted changes to Nebraska’s insanity law. The changes were part of a national movement in the legal world that gained prominence when&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/john-hinckley-jr-freed-9db1af865b01dc956cb33291438392dc">John Hinkley</a>&nbsp;was acquitted by reason of insanity for shooting President Ronald Reagan.Those changes shifted the burden of proof from the prosecution to the defense and gave judges — not mental health boards — authority to decide when to release patients found not responsible by reason of insanity.In Simants' last competency evaluation in December, a judge ruled that he was still considered mentally ill and dangerous.Audrey Brown, the only surviving Kellie sibling who had moved to Colorado just weeks before Simants’ 1975 attack, died in 2018. She had driven to Lincoln for Simants’ annual review hearings each year for more than three decades.“I think the courts need to recognize, and the public needs to recognize, there was a real family involved in this, and somebody still loves them and cares about them,” she said in 2013.A grand jury will convene to investigate Simants' death.

Man who killed 6 members of a Sutherland family in 1975 dies after complaining of chest pain

LINCOLN, Nebraska&nbsp; —&nbsp;The field in the second annual “Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska” tournament has narrowed to eight round one garnered more than 30,000 votes from across the state. Making the top eight is the Geothermal Greenhouse by Greenhouse in the Snow-Antioch Machine Shop.

Public voting for the top eight products in the bracket-style competition will be held Tuesday, September 5, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, September 10. Manufacturers, students and all Nebraskans are invited to vote for their favorite product manufactured in Nebraska each week through the month of September at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nemanufacturingalliance.com/top-8-voting-2023.html" target="_blank">nemanufacturingalliance.com</a>.&nbsp;Each voter is permitted one vote per matchup, per round.

The following Nebraska manufacturers and their products are among the top eight contenders.

The&nbsp;contest, hosted by the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nemanufacturingalliance.com/" target="_blank">NE Manufacturing Alliance</a>&nbsp;and powered by the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nechamber.com/" target="_blank">NE Chamber</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nppd.com/?locale=en" target="_blank">Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD</a>)&nbsp;– together with your local public power utility, celebrates the state’s thriving manufacturing industry with Nebraska residents, students, educators, community leaders, manufacturers and especially, the more than 100,000 Nebraska makers working in manufacturing every day.

The tournament leads Nebraskans into the annual celebration of NE Manufacturing Month this October. The champion will be announced October 10 at the&nbsp;<a href="https://web.nechamber.com/events/2023NE%20Chamber%20Manufacturing%20Summit-527/details" target="_blank">NE Chamber’s Manufacturing Summit</a>&nbsp;in La Vista, where the top 16 finalists are invited to display their products.

NE Manufacturing AllianceLINCOLN, Nebraska&nbsp; —&nbsp;The field in the second annual “Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska” tournament has narrowed to eight round one garnered more than 30,000 votes from across the state. Making the top eight is the Geothermal Greenhouse by Greenhouse in the Snow-Antioch Machine Shop.<figure>
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 </figure>Public voting for the top eight products in the bracket-style competition will be held Tuesday, September 5, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, September 10. Manufacturers, students and all Nebraskans are invited to vote for their favorite product manufactured in Nebraska each week through the month of September at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nemanufacturingalliance.com/top-8-voting-2023.html" target="_blank">nemanufacturingalliance.com</a>.&nbsp;Each voter is permitted one vote per matchup, per round.The following Nebraska manufacturers and their products are among the top eight contenders.<ul>
 <li>Chocolate Meltaways, Bakers Candies, Greenwood</li><li>Endicott Invisi-Lug Clay Paver,&nbsp;Endicott Clay Products Company, Endicott</li><li>Fire Truck,&nbsp;Danko Emergency Equipment, Snyder</li><li>Flyover Whiskey, Flyover Whiskey, West Point</li><li>Geothermal Greenhouse,&nbsp;Greenhouse in the Snow-Antioch Machine Shop, Alliance</li><li>Ignis,&nbsp;Drone Amplifed, Lincoln</li><li>Ram Air Turbine (RAT) Hub, Collins Aerospace, York</li><li>Rocket Mobility All-Terrain Tracked Wheelchair, Rocket Mobility, Columbus</li>
 </ul>The&nbsp;contest, hosted by the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nemanufacturingalliance.com/" target="_blank">NE Manufacturing Alliance</a>&nbsp;and powered by the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nechamber.com/" target="_blank">NE Chamber</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nppd.com/?locale=en" target="_blank">Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD</a>)&nbsp;– together with your local public power utility, celebrates the state’s thriving manufacturing industry with Nebraska residents, students, educators, community leaders, manufacturers and especially, the more than 100,000 Nebraska makers working in manufacturing every day.The tournament leads Nebraskans into the annual celebration of NE Manufacturing Month this October. The champion will be announced October 10 at the&nbsp;<a href="https://web.nechamber.com/events/2023NE%20Chamber%20Manufacturing%20Summit-527/details" target="_blank">NE Chamber’s Manufacturing Summit</a>&nbsp;in La Vista, where the top 16 finalists are invited to display their products.

Greenhouse in the Snow Alliance advances in ‘Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska’ contest

OMAHA, NEB.- Jim Vena, chief executive officer, and Jennifer Hamann, executive vice president and chief financial officer, of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP) will address Morgan Stanley’s 11th Annual Laguna Conference at 10:35 a.m. ET on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023.

A live webcast of the presentation will be available in the investor relations section of Union Pacific’s website at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.up.com/up/investor/index.htm">www.up.com/investor</a>. A replay of the audio webcast will be available shortly thereafter.

Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) delivers the goods families and businesses use every day with safe, reliable and efficient service. Operating in 23 western states, the company connects its customers and communities to the global economy. Trains are the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping Union Pacific protect future generations. More information about Union Pacific is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.up.com/">www.up.com</a>.

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 </figure>Union PacificOMAHA, NEB.- Jim Vena, chief executive officer, and Jennifer Hamann, executive vice president and chief financial officer, of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP) will address Morgan Stanley’s 11th Annual Laguna Conference at 10:35 a.m. ET on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1693932154783.jpeg" alt="Jennifer Hamann - Photo from Union Pacific" />
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 </figure>A live webcast of the presentation will be available in the investor relations section of Union Pacific’s website at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.up.com/up/investor/index.htm">www.up.com/investor</a>. A replay of the audio webcast will be available shortly thereafter.<h2>About Union Pacific</h2>Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) delivers the goods families and businesses use every day with safe, reliable and efficient service. Operating in 23 western states, the company connects its customers and communities to the global economy. Trains are the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping Union Pacific protect future generations. More information about Union Pacific is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.up.com/">www.up.com</a>.

Union Pacific Corporation CEO Jim Vena and CFO Jennifer Hamann to Address Morgan Stanley’s 11th Annual Laguna Conference

The North Platte Town Hall Lecture Series Board of Directors has announced the opening featured speaker for the 2023-2024 season. &nbsp;Amanda L. Tyler will present on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at the North Platte Community Playhouse.&nbsp;

As a reminder, a question-and-answer period will follow the lecture at the North Platte Community Playhouse, following a brief intermission.

New memberships are still available for the 2023-2024 season and may be purchased online at <a href="http://www.nptownhall.com">www.nptownhall.com</a> or by calling Betty at 308.530.8448. Season tickets are $91.37 ($85 plus tax). When available, individual tickets may be purchased for $60.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Upcoming speakers for the current season include Captain Scott Kelly-NASA astronaut (October 17, 2023); James Olson-CIA Directorate of Operations (April 3, 2024); and Steve Uzzell-National Geographic photographer (May 7, 2024).

Please see Ms. Tyler’s biosketch below.

Amanda L. Tyler served as a law clerk to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.&nbsp; She is the author of “Justice, Justice Thou Shalt Purse:&nbsp; A Life’s Work Fighting for a More Perfect Union,” the result of an intimate interview with the legendary justice just a year before Ginsburg’s death.&nbsp; Tyler gives audiences a behind-the-curtain look at the history and procedures of the nation's high court, exploring notable decisions, the quirks and personalities of current and prior courts.

The North Platte Town Hall Lecture Series Board of Directors has announced the opening featured speaker for the 2023-2024 season. &nbsp;Amanda L. Tyler will present on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at the North Platte Community Playhouse.&nbsp;As a reminder, a question-and-answer period will follow the lecture at the North Platte Community Playhouse, following a brief intermission.New memberships are still available for the 2023-2024 season and may be purchased online at <a href="http://www.nptownhall.com">www.nptownhall.com</a> or by calling Betty at 308.530.8448. Season tickets are $91.37 ($85 plus tax). When available, individual tickets may be purchased for $60.&nbsp;&nbsp;Upcoming speakers for the current season include Captain Scott Kelly-NASA astronaut (October 17, 2023); James Olson-CIA Directorate of Operations (April 3, 2024); and Steve Uzzell-National Geographic photographer (May 7, 2024).Please see Ms. Tyler’s biosketch below.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1693928152361.jpeg" alt="Amanda L. Tyler&nbsp; - "Supreme Court Round-Up" /Photo courtesy from Kristin Borman" />
 <figcaption>Amanda L. Tyler&nbsp; - "Supreme Court Round-Up" /Photo courtesy from Kristin Borman</figcaption>
 </figure>Amanda L. Tyler served as a law clerk to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.&nbsp; She is the author of “Justice, Justice Thou Shalt Purse:&nbsp; A Life’s Work Fighting for a More Perfect Union,” the result of an intimate interview with the legendary justice just a year before Ginsburg’s death.&nbsp; Tyler gives audiences a behind-the-curtain look at the history and procedures of the nation's high court, exploring notable decisions, the quirks and personalities of current and prior courts.

Amanda Tyler will open up the 2023-2024 North Platte Town Hall Lecture Series

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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: September 6th, 2023

Ogallala Public Schools looking for substitute teachers

&nbsp;On Sept. 4th  at 0423 deputies were dispatched to West Emerson Ave. in Sutherland, Ne. to investigate a domestic assault.  While enroute the deputies were told that the victim had escaped from the house and would meet them at Ozzies, on highway 30. 

 Deputies did meet with the victim who was in her  vehicle with her child.  Deputies could see that she was badly injured and summoned EMS.   Her face was bloody and swollen and her right eye was swollen shut.   The investigation revealed the victim was at her home at 0200 when Juan Martinez arrived uninvited.  He insisted on having sex with her.  When she refused, he sexually assaulted her.

 During the sexual assault he slapped and beat her face.  When she attempted to leave he restrained her and beat her even more.  She was able to escape with her son when he passed out.   The victim was transported by ambulance to the hospital.  Deputies went to the house and found Juan there.  He was arrested and transported to the Lincoln County Detention Center.  He was charged with domestic assault 1st degree, sexual assault 1st degree and false imprisonment.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lincoln County Sheriff&nbsp;&nbsp;On Sept. 4th at 0423 deputies were dispatched to West Emerson Ave. in Sutherland, Ne. to investigate a domestic assault. While enroute the deputies were told that the victim had escaped from the house and would meet them at Ozzies, on highway 30. Deputies did meet with the victim who was in her vehicle with her child. Deputies could see that she was badly injured and summoned EMS. Her face was bloody and swollen and her right eye was swollen shut. The investigation revealed the victim was at her home at 0200 when Juan Martinez arrived uninvited. He insisted on having sex with her. When she refused, he sexually assaulted her.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FLincolnCountySheriffsOfficeNP%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0H7qRTEeQVsjMpjmTGkfJbGjhYXYVqZNhtxB2RAQ1CgdmQpdWCfetZZygtQb2iojTl&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> During the sexual assault he slapped and beat her face. When she attempted to leave he restrained her and beat her even more. She was able to escape with her son when he passed out. The victim was transported by ambulance to the hospital. Deputies went to the house and found Juan there. He was arrested and transported to the Lincoln County Detention Center. He was charged with domestic assault 1st degree, sexual assault 1st degree and false imprisonment.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sutherland man arrested for 1st Degree Domestic Assault, 1st Degree Sexual Assault, and False Imprisonment

&nbsp;(LINCOLN, NE) The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, and Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy have issued a smoke advisory for western Nebraska.

Issued for:&nbsp; Tuesday, Sept. 5, through Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023

Air Quality Index:&nbsp;Moderate to Unhealthy Air Quality Index (AQI)

Potential Air Quality Impacts&nbsp;from Wildfires

Smoke associated with&nbsp;Canadian wildfires&nbsp;may affect the air quality in Nebraska.

An advisory of possible&nbsp;Moderate to Unhealthy&nbsp;(yellow, orange, and red) Air Quality Index (AQI) may occur in western Nebraska, potentially affecting the cities of Alliance, Chadron, Gering, Hyannis, Kimball, Ogallala, Sidney and surrounding areas from Tuesday, Sept. 5, through Wednesday evening, Sept. 6, 2023.&nbsp;

During Moderate AQI (yellow category) conditions, those who are unusually sensitive to particle pollution may experience health effects. When conditions rise to the yellow category, those who are unusually sensitive are advised to consider shortening outdoor activities and reducing the intensity of these activities. Symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath are signs to take it easier.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups AQI (orange)

During Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups AQI (orange category) conditions, members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. Sensitive groups include people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children. When conditions rise to the orange category, sensitive groups are advised to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion and avoid intense outdoor activities. Everyone else can remain active and adjust activity duration and intensity as needed.

During Unhealthy AQI (red category) conditions, some members of the general public may experience health effects and members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects. Sensitive groups include people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children. When conditions rise to the red category, everyone is advised to avoid prolonged or heavy exertion and those in sensitive groups should consider moving activities indoors or rescheduling.

Advisories are issued for areas of anticipated impact by notifying the media and local health departments, and posting information on the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy's (NDEE) webpages and social media sites. These advisories provide information to the public on the anticipated impacts and air quality and health resources to help citizens protect their health and minimize exposure to smoke.

States monitor smoke levels and weather conditions to determine when impacts to air quality are anticipated. Advisories are based on data from the National Weather Service (NWS), smoke plume modeling, and from ambient air quality monitors located in Omaha, Bellevue, Blair, Lincoln, Beatrice, Grand Island, and Scottsbluff.

The following Air Quality Index (AQI) is used. This AQI is used nationally and is available in real-time for Nebraska by visiting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.airnow.gov/" target="_blank">https://www.airnow.gov&nbsp;</a>.&nbsp;

For more information on smoke awareness, visit NDEE's website at&nbsp;<a href="http://dee.ne.gov/NDEQProg.nsf/OnWeb/AirSA" target="_blank">http://dee.ne.gov/NDEQProg.nsf/OnWeb/AirSA&nbsp;</a>

For more information on Wildfires, visit NDEE's website at&nbsp;<a href="http://dee.ne.gov/NDEQProg.nsf/OnWeb/airSA-3" target="_blank">http://dee.ne.gov/NDEQProg.nsf/OnWeb/airSA-3&nbsp;</a>

&nbsp;(LINCOLN, NE) The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, and Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy have issued a smoke advisory for western Nebraska.Issued for:&nbsp; Tuesday, Sept. 5, through Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023Affected Area:&nbsp;Western NebraskaAir Quality Index:&nbsp;Moderate to Unhealthy Air Quality Index (AQI)Potential Air Quality Impacts&nbsp;from WildfiresSmoke associated with&nbsp;Canadian wildfires&nbsp;may affect the air quality in Nebraska.An advisory of possible&nbsp;Moderate to Unhealthy&nbsp;(yellow, orange, and red) Air Quality Index (AQI) may occur in western Nebraska, potentially affecting the cities of Alliance, Chadron, Gering, Hyannis, Kimball, Ogallala, Sidney and surrounding areas from Tuesday, Sept. 5, through Wednesday evening, Sept. 6, 2023.&nbsp;Moderate AQI (yellow)During Moderate AQI (yellow category) conditions, those who are unusually sensitive to particle pollution may experience health effects. When conditions rise to the yellow category, those who are unusually sensitive are advised to consider shortening outdoor activities and reducing the intensity of these activities. Symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath are signs to take it easier.&nbsp;&nbsp;Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups AQI (orange)During Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups AQI (orange category) conditions, members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. Sensitive groups include people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children. When conditions rise to the orange category, sensitive groups are advised to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion and avoid intense outdoor activities. Everyone else can remain active and adjust activity duration and intensity as needed.Unhealthy AQI (red)During Unhealthy AQI (red category) conditions, some members of the general public may experience health effects and members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects. Sensitive groups include people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children. When conditions rise to the red category, everyone is advised to avoid prolonged or heavy exertion and those in sensitive groups should consider moving activities indoors or rescheduling.Advisories are issued for areas of anticipated impact by notifying the media and local health departments, and posting information on the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy's (NDEE) webpages and social media sites. These advisories provide information to the public on the anticipated impacts and air quality and health resources to help citizens protect their health and minimize exposure to smoke.States monitor smoke levels and weather conditions to determine when impacts to air quality are anticipated. Advisories are based on data from the National Weather Service (NWS), smoke plume modeling, and from ambient air quality monitors located in Omaha, Bellevue, Blair, Lincoln, Beatrice, Grand Island, and Scottsbluff.The following Air Quality Index (AQI) is used. This AQI is used nationally and is available in real-time for Nebraska by visiting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.airnow.gov/" target="_blank">https://www.airnow.gov&nbsp;</a>.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>For more information on smoke awareness, visit NDEE's website at&nbsp;<a href="http://dee.ne.gov/NDEQProg.nsf/OnWeb/AirSA" target="_blank">http://dee.ne.gov/NDEQProg.nsf/OnWeb/AirSA&nbsp;</a>For more information on Wildfires, visit NDEE's website at&nbsp;<a href="http://dee.ne.gov/NDEQProg.nsf/OnWeb/airSA-3" target="_blank">http://dee.ne.gov/NDEQProg.nsf/OnWeb/airSA-3&nbsp;</a>

Smoke Advisory Issued For Western Nebraska

School picture day tomorrow for Ogallala Public Schools

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) will be offering Vaccines for Children at public clinics in September.&nbsp; These clinics are a good opportunity for you to get your child up to date on shots that they need to stay in school.&nbsp;Anyone two months of age and older are invited to get their vaccinations.

Curtis&nbsp;– Monday, September 11th, 4:30-5:30 pm at Medicine Valley High School.

Trenton –&nbsp;Tuesday, September 19th, 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 DepartmentSouthwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) will be offering Vaccines for Children at public clinics in September.&nbsp; These clinics are a good opportunity for you to get your child up to date on shots that they need to stay in school.&nbsp;Anyone two months of age and older are invited to get their vaccinations.Locations include:Curtis&nbsp;– Monday, September 11th, 4:30-5:30 pm at Medicine Valley High School.Trenton –&nbsp;Tuesday, September 19th, 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 September

PAXTON, NEB. - The 2023 Paxton Labor Day Weekend Celebration parade was a big success. Check out some of the photos from this year's parade.&nbsp;

Sand Hills PostPAXTON, NEB. - The 2023 Paxton Labor Day Weekend Celebration parade was a big success. Check out some of the photos from this year's parade.&nbsp;<figure>
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Paxton Labor Day Weekend Celebration Parade

BRULE, NEB. - The Brule Gun Show is this Saturday and Sunday. The event is taking place at the Brule Activity Center which is located at 8th and Oak Street. Saturdays show will be from 9 am - 5 pm mountain time while Sunday's show is scheduled for 9 am - 3 pm mountain time.

The event will feature a raffle including $500 in Fun Show Bucks or a choice of a Walther 22 Mag Pistol or a Diamondback AR 15 Tiger Stripe. At the event, you can buy, sell, trade, or even display your collection. Food will be served at the event. Admission is $5 for an adult and children under 12 are free, however must be accompanied by an adult.

(All time are in the mountain time zone.)

Sand Hills PostBRULE, NEB. - The Brule Gun Show is this Saturday and Sunday. The event is taking place at the Brule Activity Center which is located at 8th and Oak Street. Saturdays show will be from 9 am - 5 pm mountain time while Sunday's show is scheduled for 9 am - 3 pm mountain time.The event will feature a raffle including $500 in Fun Show Bucks or a choice of a Walther 22 Mag Pistol or a Diamondback AR 15 Tiger Stripe. At the event, you can buy, sell, trade, or even display your collection. Food will be served at the event. Admission is $5 for an adult and children under 12 are free, however must be accompanied by an adult.(All time are in the mountain time zone.)<figure>
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Brule Gun Show this weekend

The North Platte City Council will meet tonight in a regular meeting. To watch tonight's meeting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=or6__HUdKv0">click here</a>. Below is tonight's agenda.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

The North Platte City Council will meet tonight in a regular meeting. To watch tonight's meeting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=or6__HUdKv0">click here</a>. Below is tonight's agenda.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<figure>
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North Platte City Council Meeting Tonight's Agenda

(North Platte, Nebraska) – Registration for the National Avocado Launching Championship has closed, and we are pleased to announce that 22 teams will be competing for cash prizes and bragging rights. This event is sure to be an entertaining one, and the public is encouraged to come and watch the fun!&nbsp;

Teams of up to three will compete to score the most points by launching avocados at targets using slingshots, water balloon launchers, resistance bands— basically, any launcher that is human-powered. This is a competition of precision, beginning with two rounds of Pool Play and finishing with the top 16 teams competing using a Single Elimination Bracket. Teams will be launching at upside down cattle tanks with point values written on the bottom. The purpose is to accumulate points. Prize money will be awarded to the last 4 remaining teams. First place team will receive $3,500, runner-up will receive $2,000, and “the other two” will receive $750 per team.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The competition will begin at 10:20am on Saturday, September 9th. There is no admission charge for spectators, and everyone is welcome. Come on out to the Wild West Arena at 2801 Charlie Evans Drive and catch a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind event.&nbsp; NEBRASKAland DAYS will be running a cash bar, and Bunkhouse Creations will be on site selling concessions.&nbsp; Come out between 11am-1pm and support the North Platte Area Children’s Museum at their ‘Decorate your avocado’ fundraiser.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

For more information visit AvocadoLaunching.com or Facebook.com/NationalAvocadoLaunchingChampionship.&nbsp;

Questions can be sent to Visit North Platte at 308-532-4729 or info@VisitNorthPlatte.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Visit North Platte(North Platte, Nebraska) – Registration for the National Avocado Launching Championship has closed, and we are pleased to announce that 22 teams will be competing for cash prizes and bragging rights. This event is sure to be an entertaining one, and the public is encouraged to come and watch the fun!&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Teams of up to three will compete to score the most points by launching avocados at targets using slingshots, water balloon launchers, resistance bands— basically, any launcher that is human-powered. This is a competition of precision, beginning with two rounds of Pool Play and finishing with the top 16 teams competing using a Single Elimination Bracket. Teams will be launching at upside down cattle tanks with point values written on the bottom. The purpose is to accumulate points. Prize money will be awarded to the last 4 remaining teams. First place team will receive $3,500, runner-up will receive $2,000, and “the other two” will receive $750 per team.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>The competition will begin at 10:20am on Saturday, September 9th. There is no admission charge for spectators, and everyone is welcome. Come on out to the Wild West Arena at 2801 Charlie Evans Drive and catch a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind event.&nbsp; NEBRASKAland DAYS will be running a cash bar, and Bunkhouse Creations will be on site selling concessions.&nbsp; Come out between 11am-1pm and support the North Platte Area Children’s Museum at their ‘Decorate your avocado’ fundraiser.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;For more information visit AvocadoLaunching.com or Facebook.com/NationalAvocadoLaunchingChampionship.&nbsp;Questions can be sent to Visit North Platte at 308-532-4729 or info@VisitNorthPlatte.com.&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FVisitNorthPlatte%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0qE5wbtkFDeCZKoaRfQsckSDZftRbMq5qRXXWvWQZ63Ly76eUwc1d7bho3pjdMhHgl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="801" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

National Avocado Launching Championship  

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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 5th, 2023

&nbsp;(OGALLALA, NEB.)&nbsp;&nbsp;— Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol were responding to an incident on Interstate 80 near Big Springs Saturday afternoon when three patrol units were struck while parked on the shoulder.

At approximately 3:00 p.m. Saturday, troopers were dispatched to a report of two people arguing on the shoulder of Interstate 80 near mile marker 109. Upon arrival, troopers discovered a man and woman, who had been traveling together, engaged in a verbal confrontation on the shoulder. Three troopers arrived on scene and parked on the shoulder of I-80.

While the troopers were addressing the altercation, a Honda Civic drove onto the shoulder and struck one of the cruisers, pushing it forward into the other two cruisers. Nobody was inside the cruisers at the time of the crash.

Troopers immediately rushed to help the driver. The driver was transported to Ogallala Community Hospital by the Ogallala Fire Department with what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.

The initial incident was resolved with no citations and the two parties separated. No troopers were injured during this incident. The Keith County Sheriff’s Office will investigate the crash.

Cody Thomas Nebraska State Patrol&nbsp;(OGALLALA, NEB.)&nbsp;&nbsp;— Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol were responding to an incident on Interstate 80 near Big Springs Saturday afternoon when three patrol units were struck while parked on the shoulder.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1693796270678.jpeg" alt="9-2-Patrol unit struck. Photo courtesy from Nebraska State Patrol" />
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 </figure>At approximately 3:00 p.m. Saturday, troopers were dispatched to a report of two people arguing on the shoulder of Interstate 80 near mile marker 109. Upon arrival, troopers discovered a man and woman, who had been traveling together, engaged in a verbal confrontation on the shoulder. Three troopers arrived on scene and parked on the shoulder of I-80.While the troopers were addressing the altercation, a Honda Civic drove onto the shoulder and struck one of the cruisers, pushing it forward into the other two cruisers. Nobody was inside the cruisers at the time of the crash.Troopers immediately rushed to help the driver. The driver was transported to Ogallala Community Hospital by the Ogallala Fire Department with what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.The initial incident was resolved with no citations and the two parties separated. No troopers were injured during this incident. The Keith County Sheriff’s Office will investigate the crash.

Troopers Uninjured After Patrol Units Struck on I-80

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1693796138979.jpeg" alt="Cody Wiest - Resist Arrest-1st Offense, Assault Officer or Health Care Professional-3rd Degree, Disorderly Conduct, Obstructing a Peace Officer, Hold-Outside Agency" />
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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 4th, 2023

Austin Mitchell Lee, 29, Sutherland and Jamie Renee Williams, 29, North Platte

Mathew Allen Patch, 40, Hershey and Savanna Marie Gallegos, 37, Hershey

Colin Dean Kitt, 25, McCook and Alysha Beth Thomas, 23, North Platte

Beau Michael Keith Bagnell, 33, North Platte and Raven Breyann Jack, 31, North Platte

Kelly Cameron Jackson, 28, Whitefish Bay Wisconsin and Jenna Dawn Torres, 28, Glendale Wisconsin

Brandon Thomas Keith, 28, North Platte and Kristy Rae Guest, 27, Maywood

Caleb Stephen Weyerts, 27, North Platte and Jordan Lee Ramsdell, 25, North Platte

John Hoffman Parker JR., 63, Stratton and Christina Mae Reagan, 65, Stratton

Austin Mitchell Lee, 29, Sutherland and Jamie Renee Williams, 29, North PlatteMathew Allen Patch, 40, Hershey and Savanna Marie Gallegos, 37, HersheyColin Dean Kitt, 25, McCook and Alysha Beth Thomas, 23, North PlatteBeau Michael Keith Bagnell, 33, North Platte and Raven Breyann Jack, 31, North PlatteKelly Cameron Jackson, 28, Whitefish Bay Wisconsin and Jenna Dawn Torres, 28, Glendale WisconsinBrandon Thomas Keith, 28, North Platte and Kristy Rae Guest, 27, MaywoodCaleb Stephen Weyerts, 27, North Platte and Jordan Lee Ramsdell, 25, North PlatteJohn Hoffman Parker JR., 63, Stratton and Christina Mae Reagan, 65, Stratton

Marriage Licenses For Lincoln County (Week of August 28th)

North Platte Post News Director Canon Rath talked with Rebecca Steward about the upcoming cornhole tournament and live music event going on during the 2023 Friend's Festival in Gothenburg.

GOTHENBURG, NEB. - The 2023 Friend's Festival is quickly approaching for the community of Gothenburg as they get ready to host folks from around the state. The event, which quicks off September 13th and runs through September 17th has something for everyone to enjoy. On Saturday, September 16th, there will be a cornhole tournament, beer garden, and live music.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The cornhole&nbsp;tournament is 21+ to participate due to the beer garden. There will also be a burger meal fundraiser run&nbsp;by the Gothenburg Volunteer Fire Department. Performing during the tournament will be the Kyle Sayler Band which won the 2023 Nebraska State Fair Battle of the Bands and opened for county artist Lee Brice. To learn more about the event, check out the podcast above. For a full schedule of events, <a href="https://www.gothenburgdelivers.com/2023-harvest-festival.html">click here.&nbsp;</a>

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 </figure>North Platte Post News Director Canon Rath talked with Rebecca Steward about the upcoming cornhole tournament and live music event going on during the 2023 Friend's Festival in Gothenburg.<div><iframe title="(Audio) 2023 Friend’s Festival: Cornhole & Music" 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=4b6ki-1495c34-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>GOTHENBURG, NEB. - The 2023 Friend's Festival is quickly approaching for the community of Gothenburg as they get ready to host folks from around the state. The event, which quicks off September 13th and runs through September 17th has something for everyone to enjoy. On Saturday, September 16th, there will be a cornhole tournament, beer garden, and live music.&nbsp;&nbsp;The cornhole&nbsp;tournament is 21+ to participate due to the beer garden. There will also be a burger meal fundraiser run&nbsp;by the Gothenburg Volunteer Fire Department. Performing during the tournament will be the Kyle Sayler Band which won the 2023 Nebraska State Fair Battle of the Bands and opened for county artist Lee Brice. To learn more about the event, check out the podcast above. For a full schedule of events, <a href="https://www.gothenburgdelivers.com/2023-harvest-festival.html">click here.&nbsp;</a><figure>
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(Audio) 2023 Friend's Festival: Cornhole & Music

There will be two more opportunities for the public to purchase tickets for the 2023 North Platte Community College raffle car following its return from the Nebraska State Fair.

The 1972 Pontiac Le Mans Sport will be at the Cohagen Battery Store in North Platte from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 6.

The last chance to buy tickets will be immediately prior to the drawing for the car at 2 p.m. Sept. 9 during the annual Colonel Cody’s Cruise Show and Shine in North Platte’s Memorial Park.&nbsp;

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 toured the state throughout the summer, making appearances at car shows, parades and cruise night events.

A total of 10,000 raffle tickets were offered at a cost of $10 each. Proceeds from the raffle 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 are still being sold 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 also have tickets.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Heather Johnson MPCCThere will be two more opportunities for the public to purchase tickets for the 2023 North Platte Community College raffle car following its return from the Nebraska State Fair.The 1972 Pontiac Le Mans Sport will be at the Cohagen Battery Store in North Platte from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 6.<figure>
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 </figure>The last chance to buy tickets will be immediately prior to the drawing for the car at 2 p.m. Sept. 9 during the annual Colonel Cody’s Cruise Show and Shine in North Platte’s Memorial Park.&nbsp;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 toured the state throughout the summer, making appearances at car shows, parades and cruise night events.A total of 10,000 raffle tickets were offered at a cost of $10 each. Proceeds from the raffle 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 are still being sold 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 also have tickets.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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