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 </figure>***Keith County Jail<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711882291230.jpeg" alt="Crystal Robertson - Cruelty Toward Child, Assault-Strangulation" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711882311743.jpeg" alt="Michael Bernstrauch - Possess Controlled Substance x2, Tamper With Physical Evidence, Fail To Appear | Out Of County" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711882363777.jpeg" alt="James Pazdernik - Possess Controlled Substance, Contempt Of Court | In County x2, Contempt Of Court | Out Of County" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711882380347.jpeg" alt="Chance Sanders - Assault-1st Degree, Criminal Mischief, Use Deadly Weapon To Commit A Felony, Attempt Of A Class&nbsp;1/1A/1B/1C/1D Felony" />
 <figcaption>Chance Sanders - Assault-1st Degree, Criminal Mischief, Use Deadly Weapon To Commit A Felony, Attempt Of A Class&nbsp;1/1A/1B/1C/1D Felony</figcaption>
 </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: March 31st, 2024

LINCOLN, NE&nbsp;- The Judicial Nominating Commission for the Workers’ Compensation Court provided the following names for consideration by Governor Jim Pillen: Jill K. Hamer Conway of Omaha and Brynne Holsten Puhl of Lincoln.

The Workers’ Compensation Court administers and enforces all provisions of the Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Act, which&nbsp;includes original jurisdiction of all claims for workers’ compensation benefits resulting from occupational injuries or illnesses. The seven appointed judges have statewide&nbsp;jurisdiction and travel across the state to hold hearings.

The primary place of office for the judicial vacancy is Lincoln, Lancaster County. The vacancy is due to the retirement of Judge James R. Coe, effective April 15.

Office of Governor Jim PillenLINCOLN, NE&nbsp;- The Judicial Nominating Commission for the Workers’ Compensation Court provided the following names for consideration by Governor Jim Pillen: Jill K. Hamer Conway of Omaha and Brynne Holsten Puhl of Lincoln.The Workers’ Compensation Court administers and enforces all provisions of the Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Act, which&nbsp;includes original jurisdiction of all claims for workers’ compensation benefits resulting from occupational injuries or illnesses. The seven appointed judges have statewide&nbsp;jurisdiction and travel across the state to hold hearings.The primary place of office for the judicial vacancy is Lincoln, Lancaster County. The vacancy is due to the retirement of Judge James R. Coe, effective April 15.

Two Nominees Forwarded for Workers’ Compensation Court

North Platte, Neb. - North Platte Community College's theatre department is getting ready to present "Plan 9 From Outer Space" on April 3rd - 6th at 7:30pm at the McDonald-Belton Theatre on the NPCC South Campus. Admission to the play is $5 per person. College students, faculty and staff will be allowed in for free if they show their ID.

Post News Director Canon Rath caught up with NPCC students Angel Chua and Joshia Wriedt to discuss the upcoming show. To learn more about the play, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - North Platte Community College's theatre department is getting ready to present "Plan 9 From Outer Space" on April 3rd - 6th at 7:30pm at the McDonald-Belton Theatre on the NPCC South Campus. Admission to the play is $5 per person. College students, faculty and staff will be allowed in for free if they show their ID.<figure>
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 </figure>Post News Director Canon Rath caught up with NPCC students Angel Chua and Joshia Wriedt to discuss the upcoming show. To learn more about the play, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) NPCC theatre department getting ready to present &quot;Plan 9 From Outer Space&quot;" 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=mj9sj-15c8015-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>

(Audio) NPCC theatre department getting ready to present "Plan 9 From Outer Space" 

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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: March 30th, 2024

<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/03/28/ag-secretary-vilsack-announces-124m-in-funding-for-smaller-farms-and-rural-businesses-19-in-ne/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

OMAHA — U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visited Omaha Thursday and announced $124 million in grants and loans to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.rd.usda.gov/media/file/download/usda-rd-final-fpep-reap.pdf">projects in 44 states</a>&nbsp;that are aimed at saving energy and creating more income streams for smaller farmers and rural businesses.

The heftiest award — nearly $4 million — went to Nebraska’s Bluestem Systems to help boost a creative process that removes water and pathogens from manure. In doing so, the company produces dry fertilizer and recycles the water for on-site use.

Bluestem’s grant is part of the USDA’s Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP), and the rest of the funding comes via the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP).&nbsp;

In all, Vilsack said, the 542 projects — most of the awards range from about $7,000 to $1 million — are expected to advance President Joe Biden’s pledge to expand clean energy and allow small- to mid-sized farm and rural operations a better chance at competing with larger counterparts.

Among recipients were 19 Nebraska entities.

Record farm income, but bounty is concentrated

To a group of about 75 people at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, Vilsack described key challenges faced by most farmers. Since 1981, he said, the nation has lost some 545,000 farms and 155 million acres of former farmland.

While the nation has enjoyed record farm income in the last few years, he said, the income has been concentrated among about 7% of farms that cumulatively collect up to 89% of the bounty.

Part of the answer to shrinking rural communities, Vilsack said, is to provide access to funding via programs such as REAP and FPEP. Such monies, he said, open the door to creating other “value-added” opportunities and sources of income for farmers.

Instead of “get big or get out,” Vilsack said: “The word is entrepreneurial.”

Among a panel of guests that shared stories with the agriculture secretary was the manager of the last grocery store standing in Superior, Nebraska.

Burlington Farms Inc. of Kenesaw, $10,256, electric irrigation motor.

Eugene Zuhlke of Brunswick, $13,609, electric irrigation motor.

H&amp;W Builders Inc. of Elmwood, $50,342, solar array.

Richard Jaggers of Alliance, $7,242, two solar stock wells.

Nelms Family Trust of Gothenberg, $10,369, two solar stock wells.

Shelley Bartruff of Elwood, $7,810, solar stock well.

Vetter Heritage Farms Inc. of Hamilton County, $12,457, electric irrigation motor.

Clark Miller of Chambers, $59,970, electric irrigation motor and pivot.

Schindler Dairy, Inc. of Ewing, $36,019, electric irrigation motor.

MJM Ranch LLC of St. Paul, $54,750, wind turbine.

McMill Inc. of Norfolk, $500,000, HVAC system.

Jay Reikofski of Foster, $46,000, grain dryer.

Todd Kumm of Osmond, $46,000, grain dryer .

Steve Johansen of Rulo, $32,096, wind turbine .

Fresh Foods Inc. of Gering, $212,147, solar array.

Farm to Family Cooperative Grocery Store in Hay Springs, $20,000, coolers and HVAC.

Jerry Koinzan of Bartlett, $54,184, electric irrigation motors.

Jenny McCord of Ideal Enterprises spoke of how a REAP grant helped update the family-owned business and, ultimately, helped keep the lights on.

The funding was used to modernize freezer systems in the 75-year-old market, saving substantially on energy and utility costs. Along with her husband, McCord said, her two sons are among those who work in the business, which is a lifeline to the town’s economy.

“If the grocery store closes in town, the town starts to die,” she said.&nbsp;

Russ Vering, owner of Bluestem Systems, based in Howells, Nebraska, also was on the panel. He said the nearly $4 million FPEP award headed to his business will help construction and equipment purchases for livestock operations at two Nebraska locations and another in Iowa.

Vering said the funding more specifically will accelerate development of Bluestem’s&nbsp;process that removes water from manure and separates remaining solid nutrients to create a fertilizer mix. The water is recycled for use in the plant, Vering said — nearly eliminating the need to haul away water and thereby also reducing traffic on the roads.

“We’re excited,” Vering said. “We’re going to make a great impact on farms in Nebraska by reducing costs and defining sustainability.”

Vilsack spent more than an hour participating in the roundtable discussion and talking to the audience about the Biden administration’s investment in rural communities nationwide.

Of the newly announced funding, Vilsack said, “Investments announced today will expand access to renewable energy systems and domestic fertilizer, all while creating good-paying jobs and saving people money that they can then invest back into their businesses and communities.”&nbsp;

Most of the funds stem from the Inflation Reduction Act, the nation’s largest-ever investment in combating the climate crisis, through the REAP program. More than $1.8 billion has been invested via REAP since Biden took office. And more than $174 million has been invested through the FPEP program.

Vilsack told the Omaha audience that investment into such programs will help revive the rural economy and contribute to the nation in other ways.&nbsp;

“Food security is national security,” he said.

He said rural communities produce youths who grow up practicing the value of “giving back” to community and country.

“It’s a great new day,” he said after outlining USDA programs. “I’m very optimistic.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711727787953.jpeg" alt="U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack was in Omaha Thursday and announced about $124 million in grant and loans to smaller farms and rural businesses across the country, including nearly 20 in Nebraska. (Cindy Gonzalez/Nebraska Examiner)" />
 <figcaption>U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack was in Omaha Thursday and announced about $124 million in grant and loans to smaller farms and rural businesses across the country, including nearly 20 in Nebraska. (Cindy Gonzalez/Nebraska Examiner)</figcaption>
 </figure>Cindy Gonzalez<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/03/28/ag-secretary-vilsack-announces-124m-in-funding-for-smaller-farms-and-rural-businesses-19-in-ne/">Nebraska Examiner</a>OMAHA — U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visited Omaha Thursday and announced $124 million in grants and loans to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.rd.usda.gov/media/file/download/usda-rd-final-fpep-reap.pdf">projects in 44 states</a>&nbsp;that are aimed at saving energy and creating more income streams for smaller farmers and rural businesses.The heftiest award — nearly $4 million — went to Nebraska’s Bluestem Systems to help boost a creative process that removes water and pathogens from manure. In doing so, the company produces dry fertilizer and recycles the water for on-site use.Bluestem’s grant is part of the USDA’s Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP), and the rest of the funding comes via the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP).&nbsp;In all, Vilsack said, the 542 projects — most of the awards range from about $7,000 to $1 million — are expected to advance President Joe Biden’s pledge to expand clean energy and allow small- to mid-sized farm and rural operations a better chance at competing with larger counterparts.Among recipients were 19 Nebraska entities.<h2>Record farm income, but bounty is concentrated</h2>To a group of about 75 people at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, Vilsack described key challenges faced by most farmers. Since 1981, he said, the nation has lost some 545,000 farms and 155 million acres of former farmland.While the nation has enjoyed record farm income in the last few years, he said, the income has been concentrated among about 7% of farms that cumulatively collect up to 89% of the bounty.Part of the answer to shrinking rural communities, Vilsack said, is to provide access to funding via programs such as REAP and FPEP. Such monies, he said, open the door to creating other “value-added” opportunities and sources of income for farmers.Instead of “get big or get out,” Vilsack said: “The word is entrepreneurial.”Among a panel of guests that shared stories with the agriculture secretary was the manager of the last grocery store standing in Superior, Nebraska.<h2>Other Nebraska recipients:</h2>Burlington Farms Inc. of Kenesaw, $10,256, electric irrigation motor.Eugene Zuhlke of Brunswick, $13,609, electric irrigation motor.H&amp;W Builders Inc. of Elmwood, $50,342, solar array.Richard Jaggers of Alliance, $7,242, two solar stock wells.Nelms Family Trust of Gothenberg, $10,369, two solar stock wells.Shelley Bartruff of Elwood, $7,810, solar stock well.Vetter Heritage Farms Inc. of Hamilton County, $12,457, electric irrigation motor.Clark Miller of Chambers, $59,970, electric irrigation motor and pivot.Schindler Dairy, Inc. of Ewing, $36,019, electric irrigation motor.MJM Ranch LLC of St. Paul, $54,750, wind turbine.McMill Inc. of Norfolk, $500,000, HVAC system.Jay Reikofski of Foster, $46,000, grain dryer.Todd Kumm of Osmond, $46,000, grain dryer .Steve Johansen of Rulo, $32,096, wind turbine .Fresh Foods Inc. of Gering, $212,147, solar array.Farm to Family Cooperative Grocery Store in Hay Springs, $20,000, coolers and HVAC.Jerry Koinzan of Bartlett, $54,184, electric irrigation motors.Jenny McCord of Ideal Enterprises spoke of how a REAP grant helped update the family-owned business and, ultimately, helped keep the lights on.The funding was used to modernize freezer systems in the 75-year-old market, saving substantially on energy and utility costs. Along with her husband, McCord said, her two sons are among those who work in the business, which is a lifeline to the town’s economy.“If the grocery store closes in town, the town starts to die,” she said.&nbsp;<h2>Fertilizer mix, recycled water</h2>Russ Vering, owner of Bluestem Systems, based in Howells, Nebraska, also was on the panel. He said the nearly $4 million FPEP award headed to his business will help construction and equipment purchases for livestock operations at two Nebraska locations and another in Iowa.Vering said the funding more specifically will accelerate development of Bluestem’s&nbsp;process that removes water from manure and separates remaining solid nutrients to create a fertilizer mix. The water is recycled for use in the plant, Vering said — nearly eliminating the need to haul away water and thereby also reducing traffic on the roads.“We’re excited,” Vering said. “We’re going to make a great impact on farms in Nebraska by reducing costs and defining sustainability.”Vilsack spent more than an hour participating in the roundtable discussion and talking to the audience about the Biden administration’s investment in rural communities nationwide.Of the newly announced funding, Vilsack said, “Investments announced today will expand access to renewable energy systems and domestic fertilizer, all while creating good-paying jobs and saving people money that they can then invest back into their businesses and communities.”&nbsp;Most of the funds stem from the Inflation Reduction Act, the nation’s largest-ever investment in combating the climate crisis, through the REAP program. More than $1.8 billion has been invested via REAP since Biden took office. And more than $174 million has been invested through the FPEP program.<h2>Wind turbines, solar systems</h2>A sampling of REAP awards:<ul>
 <li>Nebraska’s Darr Grain company in Cozad is to receive $164,250 to install wind turbines at a grain storage facility, which are expected to save $9,700 in electrical costs per year and generate more than 138,000 kilowatt hours of electricity per year. That represents 77% of the company’s energy use, enough to power nine homes.</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>In Maine, Moorit Hill Farm, with its $64,950, is to install a roof mount solar system that is expected to save the equivalent of 100% of the farm’s annual energy use. According to a news release, that is enough clean energy to power nearly five homes, replace 50,000 pounds of burning coal or replace about eight gasoline powered cars.</li><li>In Idaho, Boulder Creek Oz is to use its $20,000 award to buy and install a biomass furnace to provide additional heat to cabins and mountain lodging in Boundary County. The venture anticipates saving more than $3,800 a year. It is to replace about 94% of its energy use per year.</li>
 </ul>Vilsack told the Omaha audience that investment into such programs will help revive the rural economy and contribute to the nation in other ways.&nbsp;“Food security is national security,” he said.He said rural communities produce youths who grow up practicing the value of “giving back” to community and country.“It’s a great new day,” he said after outlining USDA programs. “I’m very optimistic.”

Ag Secretary Vilsack announces $124M in funding for smaller farms and rural businesses, 19 in NE

North Platte, Neb. - Over 100 residents from North Platte and the surrounding area made a trip to the Sandhills Convention Center on Thursday to hear the initial report from the United States Post Service (USPS) about the North Platte Processing and Distribution Center (North Platte P&amp;DC) and also have the chance to voice their comments/questions/concerns. No decision has been made on the facility operations and will not be made until after April 12th, when the last of written public comments are due.&nbsp;

One discussion point that was made clear during the presentation by Kathy Hand, Senior Division Director for USPS that the North Platte facility will "not be closing and no career employee layoffs."&nbsp;

From USPS, the North Platte P&amp;DC will remain open and will be repositioned as a Local Processing Center (no decision has been made). USPS plans to invest $2 million to modernize the North Platte P&amp;DC and to invest between $4 and $6 million in the North Platte Local Processing Center (North Platte LPC).

If the North Platte P&amp;DC became a Local Processing Center, USPS states that the center will be modernized with standard designs in workflow and refined operations. A few examples the USPS provided during the meeting included: reposition machines to improve mail flow, remove obstructions from workroom floor.

The facility will maintain destinating operations and same day and next day services will be expanded. USPS presentation highlighted that outgoing mail and packages will move to the Denver P&amp;DC.

Following the 20-minute presentation, the floor was open for&nbsp;comments/questions/concerns from residents. For about an hour and 20 minutes, around 30 Indvidual's went up and voiced their comments/questions/concerns. All comments made during the open public session will be on public record and will be reviewed by USPS officials. 

The public can still create a written comment by <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/mpfr-north-platte-ne">clicking here</a>.&nbsp;All written comments must be received by April 12, 2024.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711730868476.jpeg" alt="Community members are in line to ask questions/state comments during the USPS meeting on Thursday (Photo taken by Canon Rath/North Platte Post)" />
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 </figure>North Platte PostNorth Platte, Neb. - Over 100 residents from North Platte and the surrounding area made a trip to the Sandhills Convention Center on Thursday to hear the initial report from the United States Post Service (USPS) about the North Platte Processing and Distribution Center (North Platte P&amp;DC) and also have the chance to voice their comments/questions/concerns. No decision has been made on the facility operations and will not be made until after April 12th, when the last of written public comments are due.&nbsp;One discussion point that was made clear during the presentation by Kathy Hand, Senior Division Director for USPS that the North Platte facility will "not be closing and no career employee layoffs."&nbsp;From USPS, the North Platte P&amp;DC will remain open and will be repositioned as a Local Processing Center (no decision has been made). USPS plans to invest $2 million to modernize the North Platte P&amp;DC and to invest between $4 and $6 million in the North Platte Local Processing Center (North Platte LPC).If the North Platte P&amp;DC became a Local Processing Center, USPS states that the center will be modernized with standard designs in workflow and refined operations. A few examples the USPS provided during the meeting included: reposition machines to improve mail flow, remove obstructions from workroom floor.The facility will maintain destinating operations and same day and next day services will be expanded. USPS presentation highlighted that outgoing mail and packages will move to the Denver P&amp;DC.Following the 20-minute presentation, the floor was open for&nbsp;comments/questions/concerns from residents. For about an hour and 20 minutes, around 30 Indvidual's went up and voiced their comments/questions/concerns. All comments made during the open public session will be on public record and will be reviewed by USPS officials. The public can still create a written comment by <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/mpfr-north-platte-ne">clicking here</a>.&nbsp;All written comments must be received by April 12, 2024.

Residents attend USPS North Platte Distribution and Processing Center meeting

Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Mid-Plains United Way Executive Director Haven Smith for their weekly conversation but discussed in depth of the 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 30th at Pals Brewing in North Platte and a look into some of the prizes that can be potential won.&nbsp;

&nbsp; Raffle tickets are available for purchase as board members have them with them or in the community or can be purchased online by&nbsp;<a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2t9usf7">clicking here.</a>&nbsp;smith recently announced there will be a kids hunt at 12 and 1. To learn more about the event and prizes, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;&nbsp;Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Mid-Plains United Way Executive Director Haven Smith for their weekly conversation but discussed in depth of the 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 30th at Pals Brewing in North Platte and a look into some of the prizes that can be potential won.&nbsp;&nbsp; Raffle tickets are available for purchase as board members have them with them or in the community or can be purchased online by&nbsp;<a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2t9usf7">clicking here.</a>&nbsp;smith recently announced there will be a kids hunt at 12 and 1. To learn more about the event and prizes, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) Mid-Plains United Way 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt is Saturday" 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=2rwyi-15c7f60-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>

(Audio) Mid-Plains United Way 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt is Saturday

North Platte, Neb. - The Nebraska State Patrol received a new Mobile Command Post on Sunday and is ready to serve the North Platte area but also the surrounding region. This vehicle will be stationed at the&nbsp; NSP Troop D Headquarters in North Platte.&nbsp;

"In the event of any type of emergency, we can bring this vehicle to the site and basically set it up as a mobile building and once it's on station, we can configure it for a variety of different uses," said NSP Colonel John Bolduc. "This vehicle could be used for rescue and recovery, for first responders who are on station for long periods of time, it can be used as a mobile office, it could be used as a gather point for information and could be used as a media station."&nbsp;

The vehicle is equipped like an office. NSP officials say the Command Post has equipment installed but are working on adding more equipment. Tables, power outlets, built in Wi-Fi network system, computers are already in the vehicle and ready to be used as like it's a mobile office.

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - The Nebraska State Patrol received a new Mobile Command Post on Sunday and is ready to serve the North Platte area but also the surrounding region. This vehicle will be stationed at the&nbsp; NSP Troop D Headquarters in North Platte.&nbsp;<figure>
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 <figcaption>front of the new NSP Command Post (Photo taken by Canon Rath/North Platte Post)</figcaption>
 </figure>"In the event of any type of emergency, we can bring this vehicle to the site and basically set it up as a mobile building and once it's on station, we can configure it for a variety of different uses," said NSP Colonel John Bolduc. "This vehicle could be used for rescue and recovery, for first responders who are on station for long periods of time, it can be used as a mobile office, it could be used as a gather point for information and could be used as a media station."&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711724099515.jpeg" alt="NSP Captain Martin Denson talks about the new vehicle. (Cody Thomas/NSP)" />
 <figcaption>NSP Captain Martin Denson talks about the new vehicle. (Cody Thomas/NSP)</figcaption>
 </figure>The vehicle is equipped like an office. NSP officials say the Command Post has equipment installed but are working on adding more equipment. Tables, power outlets, built in Wi-Fi network system, computers are already in the vehicle and ready to be used as like it's a mobile office.<figure>
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Nebraska State Patrol welcomes new Mobile Command Post 

Lincoln, Neb. March. 29, 2024 —Sidney is welcoming community development professionals from across the country for the 6th annual Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference May 1-2. Hosted by Rural Prosperity Nebraska, the conference features workshops, seminars and keynote lectures by experts in all things community development, from building tourism assets to strengthening entrepreneurial ecosystems.

“When we talk about entrepreneurship, we’re not just talking about starting up businesses,” said Jamie Bright, the Rural Prosperity Nebraska Extension educator leading this year’s conference. “In the community development arena, we’re all entrepreneurs in that we’re all seeking out innovative ways to help our communities thrive. That’s what this conference is about—collaborating with like-minded individuals to help our communities prosper.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

To highlight the innovative ways communities bring prosperity to their residents, the conference will use the “walking conference” format. Unlike traditional conferences, where attendees move room to room in a conference center, this one will hold each of its nearly 30 sessions in different, locally-owned businesses.

This year in Sidney, businesses include a cheese shop, a home décor store, and a bank, among others. Attendees walk from business to business, not only seeing the hosting city between sessions, but experiencing first-hand the entrepreneurial ideas and practices that make the local environment thrive for businesses and residents alike.

“Sidney has an abundance of unique businesses and locations to host this un-conference style conference,” said Alisha Juelfs, the entrepreneurial navigator for E3 Energizing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in Cheyenne County and coordinator for bringing the conference to Sidney.&nbsp;“All the communities in Cheyenne County, have demonstrated resilience over the last several years. Hosting the event provides the opportunity for those stories to be shared and experienced.”

Topics for this year’s sessions include workforce development, grant writing, investment cooperatives, entrepreneurial enhancement, planning and zoning regulations, youth empowerment, creative arts districts, as well as overviews of programs offered by Rural Prosperity Nebraska Extension educators. Keynote speakers include Juelfs and the Energizing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems team, and Rob Russell, senior program director for University of Missouri Extension.

In addition to formal sessions, Boss City Brewing Co. is hosting a networking reception on the first night of the conference.

“Not only is networking a big plus of attending the conference, but it’s a hallmark of community development,” said Bright. “Networking is how we grow, as individuals, as communities, as a state. This conference is designed to encourage networking and collaboration among the best and brightest in this field. So we all walk away not just knowing more, but being able to do more when we get back to our communities.”

While attendees benefit from the expertise shared by presenters, local businesses benefit as well. In addition to the revenue the gain from conference attendees, businesses also participate in the networking that occurs by talking with other small-business owners, sharing successful business practices, and contributing to Nebraska’s entrepreneurial ecosystem that the conference aims to promote.

Juelfs said, “We’re excited to showcase the passion and grit among community organizations and small business owners who have demonstrated a commitment of growing and supporting their community, and sharing stories to express the importance of a strong network.”

Registration costs $175 per person, but group rates are available. Session schedules and additional information is available on the&nbsp;<a href="https://unl233.lt.acemlnb.com/Prod/link-tracker?redirectUrl=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&amp;sig=7r6SH9MT2rNCKoT5BmdLfJZUKTpR1sS7YWTMj6pn98Mx&amp;iat=1711719951&amp;a=%7C%7C68108822%7C%7C&amp;account=unl233%2Eactivehosted%2Ecom&amp;email=40GzeVtawqCe%2BlrMqis1AyTu7WT0Ue1fgBMbeR%2BqQID2sAFFEfOB%2FD8%3D%3AddmZqlge6IEbvE0dkSp1qzteebYndO46&amp;s=073f67d35943f6c01a66f2eac84e284e&amp;i=687A787A50A14269" target="_blank">conference website</a>.&nbsp;

Russell ShafferLincoln, Neb. March. 29, 2024 —Sidney is welcoming community development professionals from across the country for the 6th annual Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference May 1-2. Hosted by Rural Prosperity Nebraska, the conference features workshops, seminars and keynote lectures by experts in all things community development, from building tourism assets to strengthening entrepreneurial ecosystems.“When we talk about entrepreneurship, we’re not just talking about starting up businesses,” said Jamie Bright, the Rural Prosperity Nebraska Extension educator leading this year’s conference. “In the community development arena, we’re all entrepreneurs in that we’re all seeking out innovative ways to help our communities thrive. That’s what this conference is about—collaborating with like-minded individuals to help our communities prosper.”&nbsp;&nbsp;To highlight the innovative ways communities bring prosperity to their residents, the conference will use the “walking conference” format. Unlike traditional conferences, where attendees move room to room in a conference center, this one will hold each of its nearly 30 sessions in different, locally-owned businesses.This year in Sidney, businesses include a cheese shop, a home décor store, and a bank, among others. Attendees walk from business to business, not only seeing the hosting city between sessions, but experiencing first-hand the entrepreneurial ideas and practices that make the local environment thrive for businesses and residents alike.“Sidney has an abundance of unique businesses and locations to host this un-conference style conference,” said Alisha Juelfs, the entrepreneurial navigator for E3 Energizing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in Cheyenne County and coordinator for bringing the conference to Sidney.&nbsp;“All the communities in Cheyenne County, have demonstrated resilience over the last several years. Hosting the event provides the opportunity for those stories to be shared and experienced.”Topics for this year’s sessions include workforce development, grant writing, investment cooperatives, entrepreneurial enhancement, planning and zoning regulations, youth empowerment, creative arts districts, as well as overviews of programs offered by Rural Prosperity Nebraska Extension educators. Keynote speakers include Juelfs and the Energizing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems team, and Rob Russell, senior program director for University of Missouri Extension.In addition to formal sessions, Boss City Brewing Co. is hosting a networking reception on the first night of the conference.“Not only is networking a big plus of attending the conference, but it’s a hallmark of community development,” said Bright. “Networking is how we grow, as individuals, as communities, as a state. This conference is designed to encourage networking and collaboration among the best and brightest in this field. So we all walk away not just knowing more, but being able to do more when we get back to our communities.”While attendees benefit from the expertise shared by presenters, local businesses benefit as well. In addition to the revenue the gain from conference attendees, businesses also participate in the networking that occurs by talking with other small-business owners, sharing successful business practices, and contributing to Nebraska’s entrepreneurial ecosystem that the conference aims to promote.Juelfs said, “We’re excited to showcase the passion and grit among community organizations and small business owners who have demonstrated a commitment of growing and supporting their community, and sharing stories to express the importance of a strong network.”Registration costs $175 per person, but group rates are available. Session schedules and additional information is available on the&nbsp;<a href="https://unl233.lt.acemlnb.com/Prod/link-tracker?redirectUrl=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&amp;sig=7r6SH9MT2rNCKoT5BmdLfJZUKTpR1sS7YWTMj6pn98Mx&amp;iat=1711719951&amp;a=%7C%7C68108822%7C%7C&amp;account=unl233%2Eactivehosted%2Ecom&amp;email=40GzeVtawqCe%2BlrMqis1AyTu7WT0Ue1fgBMbeR%2BqQID2sAFFEfOB%2FD8%3D%3AddmZqlge6IEbvE0dkSp1qzteebYndO46&amp;s=073f67d35943f6c01a66f2eac84e284e&amp;i=687A787A50A14269" target="_blank">conference website</a>.&nbsp;

Conference Focuses on Entrepreneurial Development in Nebraska Communities

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 <figcaption>Andrew Bordeaux - Assault By Confined Person-No Weapon, Criminal Mischief-$0-500, Fail To Appear (In County) x5, Disorderly Conduct, Disturbing The Peace, Resist Arrest-1st Offense, Obstruct A Peace Officer</figcaption>
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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.
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The Hot Sheets: March 29th, 2024

North Platte, Neb. - North Platte Jaycees and Viaero are excited to co-host the 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday beginning at 2:00pm CT. The event is free to participate and it is asked that kids bring their own baskets to the hunt. There will be four different age groups of kids that will go during the hunt. After the hunt is over, prizes will be raffled. It is asked that you show up around 1:30pm to get registered for the event.&nbsp;

Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Danielle Schiel and Caleb Tembly about the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt. To learn more about the event, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - North Platte Jaycees and Viaero are excited to co-host the 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday beginning at 2:00pm CT. The event is free to participate and it is asked that kids bring their own baskets to the hunt. There will be four different age groups of kids that will go during the hunt. After the hunt is over, prizes will be raffled. It is asked that you show up around 1:30pm to get registered for the event.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Danielle Schiel and Caleb Tembly about the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt. To learn more about the event, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) North Platte Jaycees/Viaero 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday at Cody Park" 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=zrnfm-15c6880-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>

(Audio) North Platte Jaycees/Viaero co-host 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday at Cody Park

***Editor's note: Story has been updated as the date of the event has changed

Those who donate blood at North Platte Community College April 10th will automatically receive a $10 eGift card to a merchant of their choice. They will also be entered for a chance to win a $7,000 gift card.

NPCC will host the American Red Cross from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the concessions area of the McDonald-Belton Building on the NPCC South Campus, 601 W. State Farm Rd. The event is open to the public.

The need for donations is ongoing. Whether for a chronic condition, such as sickle cell disease, a surgical procedure or a large-scale emergency, it’s the blood already on the shelves that helps save lives.

As April is National Minority Health Month, giving blood doubles as an opportunity to reduce health disparities that continue to affect historically underserved communities.

Donors are encouraged to make an appointment ahead of the NPCC blood drive by using the free American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

A blood donor card, driver’s license or two other forms of identification will be required at check-in.

***Editor's note: Story has been updated as the date of the event has changedHeather JohnsonNPCCThose who donate blood at North Platte Community College April 10th will automatically receive a $10 eGift card to a merchant of their choice. They will also be entered for a chance to win a $7,000 gift card.NPCC will host the American Red Cross from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the concessions area of the McDonald-Belton Building on the NPCC South Campus, 601 W. State Farm Rd. The event is open to the public.The need for donations is ongoing. Whether for a chronic condition, such as sickle cell disease, a surgical procedure or a large-scale emergency, it’s the blood already on the shelves that helps save lives.As April is National Minority Health Month, giving blood doubles as an opportunity to reduce health disparities that continue to affect historically underserved communities.Donors are encouraged to make an appointment ahead of the NPCC blood drive by using the free American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.A blood donor card, driver’s license or two other forms of identification will be required at check-in.

NPCC blood drive donors to receive eGift cards

North Platte, Neb. - The Prairie Arts Center received a $10,000 grant from the  Robert E and Patricia A Schmidt Foundation today in North Platte.  The grant dollars will help PAC support art classes and community art projects within the community.  Every year the Prairie Arts Center focuses on various classes for kids and adults in a variety of mediums. 

 These classes offer so many benefits to the community, whether it's to gather as a community and create,  provides stress reduction and relaxation, enhances motor skills and development for children and improves quality of life in communities. 

 Holly Carlini, Executive Director of the Prairie Arts Center says, "The Schmidt Foundations commitment to the arts in communities across the country is outstanding.  Their funds help so many communities and art programs for non-profits like ours thrive.  They help us to provide essential classes, lessons and spaces for all people to create.  It's the arts  that can bring people together in a positive way.  The Schmidt Foundation and Eagle Communications continue to support arts programs building brighter futures for communities in Missouri, Kansas and Nebraska."&nbsp;

The Schmidt Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life in communities. Bob Schmidt is the founder of Eagle Communications and his wife Pat Schmidt both greatly cared about giving back into the community. The Schmidt Foundation has given back to communities in many ways in project donations, non-profit organizations, scholarships and so much more.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711651553053.jpeg" alt="Eagle Communications Lewys Carlini poses with Prairie Arts Center Executive Director Holly Carlini and PAC staff.&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Eagle Communications Lewys Carlini poses with Prairie Arts Center Executive Director Holly Carlini and PAC staff.&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>Prairie Arts CenterNorth Platte, Neb. - The Prairie Arts Center received a $10,000 grant from the Robert E and Patricia A Schmidt Foundation today in North Platte. The grant dollars will help PAC support art classes and community art projects within the community. Every year the Prairie Arts Center focuses on various classes for kids and adults in a variety of mediums. These classes offer so many benefits to the community, whether it's to gather as a community and create, provides stress reduction and relaxation, enhances motor skills and development for children and improves quality of life in communities. Holly Carlini, Executive Director of the Prairie Arts Center says, "The Schmidt Foundations commitment to the arts in communities across the country is outstanding. Their funds help so many communities and art programs for non-profits like ours thrive. They help us to provide essential classes, lessons and spaces for all people to create. It's the arts that can bring people together in a positive way. The Schmidt Foundation and Eagle Communications continue to support arts programs building brighter futures for communities in Missouri, Kansas and Nebraska."&nbsp;The Schmidt Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life in communities. Bob Schmidt is the founder of Eagle Communications and his wife Pat Schmidt both greatly cared about giving back into the community. The Schmidt Foundation has given back to communities in many ways in project donations, non-profit organizations, scholarships and so much more.&nbsp;

Eagle Media on behalf of the Schmidt Foundation donates $10,000 to the Prairie Arts Center

LINCOLN, NE&nbsp;–On Thursday, Governor Jim Pillen and Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs (NDVA) Director John Hilgert honored Vietnam-era veterans at Nebraska’s annual Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony.&nbsp;

“We owe our veterans a debt of gratitude for securing our peace and liberty,” said Gov. Pillen. “As we celebrate National Vietnam War Veterans Day, I’m especially thankful for those who helped to halt the spread of communism. Thank you to our Vietnam vets—and their families—for sacrificing on behalf of our great nation.”

In addition to the presentation of Vietnam War lapel pins, Governor Pillen signed a proclamation declaring March 29 “Vietnam War Veterans Day” in the state of Nebraska.&nbsp;March 29, 1973, was the day United States Military Assistance Command, Vietnam was disestablished, and the day the last U.S. combat troops departed Vietnam. It is nationally recognized as a day to honor Vietnam War veterans.

<a>“Part of NDVA’s mission is to recognize our state’s veterans and their families and honor their service,” said NDVA Director Hilgert. “Today was about thanking Nebraska’s Vietnam-era veterans, and it also provided us with an opportunity to talk to them about benefits and services, educate them on the myriad ways we can support them, and ensure they’re receiving the benefits they’ve earned, especially with recent changes through the PACT Act. We want to say ‘thank you’ in as many ways as we can.”</a>

Nearly 200 people attended the ceremony, including Vietnam veterans as well as family members and friends. The Plattsmouth High School Air Force JROTC color guard presented the colors at the event. The NDVA State Service Office outreach team was on site to help answer veterans’ questions about benefits and services, filing appeals, and more.

Nebraska is currently home to around 35,000 Vietnam-era veterans according to data from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics. Events are being held throughout the state—including at the four state veterans’ homes—to honor and recognize them for their service this week.

NDVA’s mission is to honor Nebraska veterans and their families by providing excellent service, assistance, and care. This includes providing services to help veterans identify and access federal and state benefits. These benefits include disability compensation, pensions, and healthcare available through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, assistance through the Nebraska Veterans Aid&nbsp;Fund, tuition waivers, and other state services. To learn more about NDVA’s veteran services or Nebraska state benefits, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://veterans.nebraska.gov/" target="_blank">veterans.nebraska.gov</a>.

By Nebraska Governor Jim PillenLINCOLN, NE&nbsp;–On Thursday, Governor Jim Pillen and Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs (NDVA) Director John Hilgert honored Vietnam-era veterans at Nebraska’s annual Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony.&nbsp;“We owe our veterans a debt of gratitude for securing our peace and liberty,” said Gov. Pillen. “As we celebrate National Vietnam War Veterans Day, I’m especially thankful for those who helped to halt the spread of communism. Thank you to our Vietnam vets—and their families—for sacrificing on behalf of our great nation.”In addition to the presentation of Vietnam War lapel pins, Governor Pillen signed a proclamation declaring March 29 “Vietnam War Veterans Day” in the state of Nebraska.&nbsp;March 29, 1973, was the day United States Military Assistance Command, Vietnam was disestablished, and the day the last U.S. combat troops departed Vietnam. It is nationally recognized as a day to honor Vietnam War veterans.<a>“Part of NDVA’s mission is to recognize our state’s veterans and their families and honor their service,” said NDVA Director Hilgert. “Today was about thanking Nebraska’s Vietnam-era veterans, and it also provided us with an opportunity to talk to them about benefits and services, educate them on the myriad ways we can support them, and ensure they’re receiving the benefits they’ve earned, especially with recent changes through the PACT Act. We want to say ‘thank you’ in as many ways as we can.”</a>Nearly 200 people attended the ceremony, including Vietnam veterans as well as family members and friends. The Plattsmouth High School Air Force JROTC color guard presented the colors at the event. The NDVA State Service Office outreach team was on site to help answer veterans’ questions about benefits and services, filing appeals, and more.Nebraska is currently home to around 35,000 Vietnam-era veterans according to data from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics. Events are being held throughout the state—including at the four state veterans’ homes—to honor and recognize them for their service this week.NDVA’s mission is to honor Nebraska veterans and their families by providing excellent service, assistance, and care. This includes providing services to help veterans identify and access federal and state benefits. These benefits include disability compensation, pensions, and healthcare available through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, assistance through the Nebraska Veterans Aid&nbsp;Fund, tuition waivers, and other state services. To learn more about NDVA’s veteran services or Nebraska state benefits, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://veterans.nebraska.gov/" target="_blank">veterans.nebraska.gov</a>.

Governor Pillen Honors Vietnam War Veterans at State Capitol

<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/03/27/pilot-program-aims-to-help-more-nebraska-k-12-paras-become-teachers/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

OMAHA — Three Nebraska K-12 school districts are planting future teachers this spring in a new pilot program the Legislature seeded last year with $1 million.

North Platte Public Schools, Lincoln Public Schools and Westside Community Schools in Omaha are joining with higher education institutions and the state to ease the path from para-educator to teacher.

Passing Legislative Bill 705 was one of several small steps the Legislature took in 2023 to give local school districts more tools to address an ongoing shortage of classroom teachers.

Once accepted, program participants — the classroom aides or educational assistants — can cut the cost and time it takes to complete a tailored teacher education program.

The program’s higher ed partners at Chadron State College, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Midland University will grant college credits to paras for some of their classroom experience.

Organizers call it the “apprenticeship model.” Paras are paired with mentor teachers in their schools who serve as co-teachers and offer feedback to the paras and college faculty.

State Education Commissioner Brian Maher announced Westside as the state’s third pilot district Wednesday at Westbrook Elementary School, where ed assistant Shelly Sip helps kindergartners with reading.

Sip said she participates in a district-funded precursor to the state program. That program pays for an undergraduate teaching program at Midland at night while she works full-time during the day.

The 15-year ed assistant said she and many other para-educators want to be teachers but could not afford to attend a teacher education program without financial help from the district or the state.

“I wanted to be in the front of the room,” she said. “I wanted to make the lesson plans. And I found out that Westside is doing the program … and the district will pay for my education.”

She said she has benefited from seeing classrooms in her role as an education assistant. She helps lead reading groups, helps with math and walks kids to recess and lunch.

She said she attended the district, sent her kids to the district and now wants to teach there.

“I’m here, and I’ve been here since kindergarten, and I will be here for probably ever,” she said.

Andrea Haynes, Westside’s assistant superintendent for human resources, said the new program would reduce the time that paras spend outside of the classroom preparing to become teachers.

She called the program a “groundbreaking partnership” that shows the district and the state’s commitment to “nurturing talent and fostering a strong educational community.”

She said it helps address the teacher shortage by “building a sustainable pipeline of amazing educators right from our own classrooms.”

“We believe this innovative model not only accelerates their path to becoming certified teachers, but it also empowers them to elevate their impact,” Haynes said.

Mary Ritzdorf, dean of the Walker School of Education at Midland, said the university and Westside were still working out specifics of how many credits paras could earn while at work.

Traditional students in teaching programs don’t get into classroom settings regularly until their final year of college. In this, officials said, paras have an edge.

The apprenticeship model would likely, among other things, help accepted paras to stay working in their schools through their student teaching, reducing the need for substitutes.

Nancy Christensen, the associate professor of education who runs Midland’s teaching programs for ed assistants and paras, said the goal is getting more qualified teachers certified.

The Westside district alone has 200 or so ed assistants, Haynes said, including many serving as helpers for special education teachers, general ed teachers and as hall monitors.

Using existing para-to-teacher programs, Westside expects to graduate about seven to eight paras this spring and 10-15 a year, she said. Each agrees to work five years in exchange for the aid. The length-of-service commitments vary from district to district.

Districts statewide are exploring higher pay, bonuses and benefits to lure new teachers and retain those they already employ, officials said Wednesday.&nbsp;

Maher said he understands they are “robbing Peter to pay Paul” by finding new teachers among the ranks of also difficult-to-hire paras.

“We need to fill both buckets, quite frankly,” he said.

LB 705 set aside $1 million a year for the program from the Education Future Fund. When asked whether he thought the Legislature might find more funding if the pilot program was successful, Maher said it appears more likely that school districts would fund such programs if they help find and hire teachers.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711638549435.jpeg" alt="Westbrook Elementary School educational assistant Shelly Sip is one of about a dozen para-educators using programs in the Westside district in Omaha that help paras become teachers. (Aaron Sanderford/Nebraska Examiner)" />
 <figcaption>Westbrook Elementary School educational assistant Shelly Sip is one of about a dozen para-educators using programs in the Westside district in Omaha that help paras become teachers. (Aaron Sanderford/Nebraska Examiner)</figcaption>
 </figure>Aaron Sanderford<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/03/27/pilot-program-aims-to-help-more-nebraska-k-12-paras-become-teachers/">Nebraska Examiner</a>OMAHA — Three Nebraska K-12 school districts are planting future teachers this spring in a new pilot program the Legislature seeded last year with $1 million.North Platte Public Schools, Lincoln Public Schools and Westside Community Schools in Omaha are joining with higher education institutions and the state to ease the path from para-educator to teacher.Passing Legislative Bill 705 was one of several small steps the Legislature took in 2023 to give local school districts more tools to address an ongoing shortage of classroom teachers.Once accepted, program participants — the classroom aides or educational assistants — can cut the cost and time it takes to complete a tailored teacher education program.<h2>Credit for classroom work</h2>The program’s higher ed partners at Chadron State College, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Midland University will grant college credits to paras for some of their classroom experience.Organizers call it the “apprenticeship model.” Paras are paired with mentor teachers in their schools who serve as co-teachers and offer feedback to the paras and college faculty.State Education Commissioner Brian Maher announced Westside as the state’s third pilot district Wednesday at Westbrook Elementary School, where ed assistant Shelly Sip helps kindergartners with reading.Sip said she participates in a district-funded precursor to the state program. That program pays for an undergraduate teaching program at Midland at night while she works full-time during the day.The 15-year ed assistant said she and many other para-educators want to be teachers but could not afford to attend a teacher education program without financial help from the district or the state.“I wanted to be in the front of the room,” she said. “I wanted to make the lesson plans. And I found out that Westside is doing the program … and the district will pay for my education.”She said she has benefited from seeing classrooms in her role as an education assistant. She helps lead reading groups, helps with math and walks kids to recess and lunch.She said she attended the district, sent her kids to the district and now wants to teach there.“I’m here, and I’ve been here since kindergarten, and I will be here for probably ever,” she said.<h2>Another tool for school hiring</h2>Andrea Haynes, Westside’s assistant superintendent for human resources, said the new program would reduce the time that paras spend outside of the classroom preparing to become teachers.She called the program a “groundbreaking partnership” that shows the district and the state’s commitment to “nurturing talent and fostering a strong educational community.”She said it helps address the teacher shortage by “building a sustainable pipeline of amazing educators right from our own classrooms.”“We believe this innovative model not only accelerates their path to becoming certified teachers, but it also empowers them to elevate their impact,” Haynes said.Mary Ritzdorf, dean of the Walker School of Education at Midland, said the university and Westside were still working out specifics of how many credits paras could earn while at work.Traditional students in teaching programs don’t get into classroom settings regularly until their final year of college. In this, officials said, paras have an edge.The apprenticeship model would likely, among other things, help accepted paras to stay working in their schools through their student teaching, reducing the need for substitutes.<h2>More certified teachers needed</h2>Nancy Christensen, the associate professor of education who runs Midland’s teaching programs for ed assistants and paras, said the goal is getting more qualified teachers certified.The Westside district alone has 200 or so ed assistants, Haynes said, including many serving as helpers for special education teachers, general ed teachers and as hall monitors.Using existing para-to-teacher programs, Westside expects to graduate about seven to eight paras this spring and 10-15 a year, she said. Each agrees to work five years in exchange for the aid. The length-of-service commitments vary from district to district.Districts statewide are exploring higher pay, bonuses and benefits to lure new teachers and retain those they already employ, officials said Wednesday.&nbsp;Maher said he understands they are “robbing Peter to pay Paul” by finding new teachers among the ranks of also difficult-to-hire paras.“We need to fill both buckets, quite frankly,” he said.LB 705 set aside $1 million a year for the program from the Education Future Fund. When asked whether he thought the Legislature might find more funding if the pilot program was successful, Maher said it appears more likely that school districts would fund such programs if they help find and hire teachers.

Pilot program aims to help more Nebraska K-12 paras become teachers

Omaha, NE: The Nebraska Broadcasters Association (NBA) has awarded a $2,000.00 scholarship to two students with aspirations to work in broadcasting upon their graduation.&nbsp;&nbsp; Both students currently attend the College of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Harmon Johnsen is pursuing a major in Sports Media and Communications. Following his anticipated graduation in May of 2027, Johnsen aspires to ultimately become a sports broadcaster doing play-by-play for a Major League Baseball team.&nbsp;

Hayden Hauge is pursuing a dual major in Broadcasting and Journalism.&nbsp; Following her anticipated graduation in May of 2026, Hauge aspires to ultimately become a television director/producer, using her storytelling skills to captivate audiences globally.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

This unique scholarship program is supported by participating NBA member Station Employment Units (SEUs), who fund and promote the program, and then review and score the qualified applications.&nbsp; All SEU scores are then averaged, with the top two scoring applicants each awarded a scholarship.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Current NBA Board Chairperson Shannon Booth, vice president/general manager of the Gray Media Group, Inc., television stations in Lincoln, Hastings and North Platte, said: “These students are our future! The NBA is honored to support and award these scholarships. We congratulate these students for their hard work and dedication to this exciting field. The future is bright for broadcasters!”&nbsp;

The NBA also offers scholarships to assist students enrolled in radio and/or television broadcasting or broadcast journalism educational programs at designated colleges and universities in Nebraska.&nbsp; Over $300,000 in scholarships have been awarded by the NBA and its foundation since the NBA first began a scholarship program in 1977.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711639944691.jpeg" alt="Harmon Johnsen is a freshman at University of Nebraska-Lincoln pursing a major in Sports Media and Communications. Johnsen graduated from Sutherland in May 2023.&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Harmon Johnsen is a freshman at University of Nebraska-Lincoln pursing a major in Sports Media and Communications. Johnsen graduated from Sutherland in May 2023.&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>Nebraska Broadcasters AssociationOmaha, NE: The Nebraska Broadcasters Association (NBA) has awarded a $2,000.00 scholarship to two students with aspirations to work in broadcasting upon their graduation.&nbsp;&nbsp; Both students currently attend the College of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln.&nbsp;&nbsp;Harmon Johnsen is pursuing a major in Sports Media and Communications. Following his anticipated graduation in May of 2027, Johnsen aspires to ultimately become a sports broadcaster doing play-by-play for a Major League Baseball team.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711640160614.jpeg" alt="Hayden Hauge (Courtesy photo)" />
 <figcaption>Hayden Hauge (Courtesy photo)</figcaption>
 </figure>Hayden Hauge is pursuing a dual major in Broadcasting and Journalism.&nbsp; Following her anticipated graduation in May of 2026, Hauge aspires to ultimately become a television director/producer, using her storytelling skills to captivate audiences globally.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;This unique scholarship program is supported by participating NBA member Station Employment Units (SEUs), who fund and promote the program, and then review and score the qualified applications.&nbsp; All SEU scores are then averaged, with the top two scoring applicants each awarded a scholarship.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Current NBA Board Chairperson Shannon Booth, vice president/general manager of the Gray Media Group, Inc., television stations in Lincoln, Hastings and North Platte, said: “These students are our future! The NBA is honored to support and award these scholarships. We congratulate these students for their hard work and dedication to this exciting field. The future is bright for broadcasters!”&nbsp;The NBA also offers scholarships to assist students enrolled in radio and/or television broadcasting or broadcast journalism educational programs at designated colleges and universities in Nebraska.&nbsp; Over $300,000 in scholarships have been awarded by the NBA and its foundation since the NBA first began a scholarship program in 1977.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sutherland's Harmon Johnsen awarded with a Nebraska Broadcasters Association scholarship

Nebraska Department of Transportation

(North Platte, Neb.) — The west side of the Philip and Jeffers intersection is now open, and the east side of the Philip and Jeffers intersection closed today, March 27, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. 

The east leg of the Jeffers and Philip Street intersection will be closed for both eastbound and westbound traffic. Motorists are advised to utilize alternate routes during this time-period. The closure is expected to be in place for approximately two (2) weeks. 

Paulsen, Inc. of Cozad is the contractor for this project. The closure is for construction of new concrete pavement, including the Philip Street Intersection. 

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

Nebraska Department of Transportation(North Platte, Neb.) — The west side of the Philip and Jeffers intersection is now open, and the east side of the Philip and Jeffers intersection closed today, March 27, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. The east leg of the Jeffers and Philip Street intersection will be closed for both eastbound and westbound traffic. Motorists are advised to utilize alternate routes during this time-period. The closure is expected to be in place for approximately two (2) weeks. Paulsen, Inc. of Cozad is the contractor for this project. The closure is for construction of new concrete pavement, including the Philip Street Intersection. Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones down.

West Philip Street is Open and East Philip Street is Closed in North  Platte 

North Platte, Neb. - Last week, Nebraska State Treasurer Tom Briese made a road trip around Nebraska and made a stop in North Platte. During his stop in North Platte, State Treasurer Briese popped into the Eagle Communications studio to talk about different programs his office has to offer, tax scam signs, unclaimed property, bills in the Nebraska Legislature and so much more.&nbsp;

Post News Director Canon Rath had the chance to sit down with Nebraska State Treasurer Tom Briese to talk about these items and more. If you would like to contact the Nebraska State Treasure office, you can call 402-471-2455 or <a href="https://treasurer.nebraska.gov/">click here t</a>o view their website.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - Last week, Nebraska State Treasurer Tom Briese made a road trip around Nebraska and made a stop in North Platte. During his stop in North Platte, State Treasurer Briese popped into the Eagle Communications studio to talk about different programs his office has to offer, tax scam signs, unclaimed property, bills in the Nebraska Legislature and so much more.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711565791539.jpeg" alt="Nebraska State Treasuer Tom Briese (Photo taken by Canon Rath/North Platte Post)" />
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 </figure>Post News Director Canon Rath had the chance to sit down with Nebraska State Treasurer Tom Briese to talk about these items and more. If you would like to contact the Nebraska State Treasure office, you can call 402-471-2455 or <a href="https://treasurer.nebraska.gov/">click here t</a>o view their website.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) Nebraska State Treasure Tom Briese stops by the Eagle Radio studios!" 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=td7t2-15c4eea-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>

(Audio) Nebraska State Treasurer Tom Briese making a trip around Nebraska

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711624492587.jpeg" alt="Austin Kniep - Driving Under Influence Liquor (2nd), DUI W/ Passenger Under 16/No Inj. Intent" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711633252930.jpeg" alt="Dillon Smith - Resisting Arrest - 1st Offense, Theft by Unlawful Taking $0-$500, Obstructing a Peace Officer, Refusal to Yield a Party Line" />
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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: March 28th, 2024

Art students from North Platte Community College will be featured in a gallery showing April 13-30 at the Prairie Arts Center in North Platte.

An informal reception is planned for 5 p.m. April 27, during which guests will be able to meet the artists from NPCC’s Drawing I and Drawing II, Life Drawing, Design and 3D Design classes.

Additionally, NPCC’s Associate of Fine Arts students, Hailey Myers, of Arnold, and Issy Bonomo, of North Platte, will give their oral defenses from 1-4 p.m. May 2.

The presentations, in Room 135 of the McDonald-Belton Building on the NPCC South Campus, are open to the public, but the door will close, and no one will be admitted once the defense process has started.

Myers and Bonomo’s work will be on display in Room 135 of the McDonald-Belton Building beginning April 29.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711556017740.jpeg" alt="Student Issy Bonomo, of North Platte, draws during an art class at North Platte Community College. Bonomo will be one of two Associate of Fine Arts students at NPCC presenting an oral defense about her work May 2." />
 <figcaption>Student Issy Bonomo, of North Platte, draws during an art class at North Platte Community College. Bonomo will be one of two Associate of Fine Arts students at NPCC presenting an oral defense about her work May 2.</figcaption>
 </figure>Heather JohnsonNPCCArt students from North Platte Community College will be featured in a gallery showing April 13-30 at the Prairie Arts Center in North Platte.An informal reception is planned for 5 p.m. April 27, during which guests will be able to meet the artists from NPCC’s Drawing I and Drawing II, Life Drawing, Design and 3D Design classes.Additionally, NPCC’s Associate of Fine Arts students, Hailey Myers, of Arnold, and Issy Bonomo, of North Platte, will give their oral defenses from 1-4 p.m. May 2.The presentations, in Room 135 of the McDonald-Belton Building on the NPCC South Campus, are open to the public, but the door will close, and no one will be admitted once the defense process has started.Myers and Bonomo’s work will be on display in Room 135 of the McDonald-Belton Building beginning April 29.

NPCC students to present spring art exhibit/oral defenses

North Platte, Neb. - The United State Postal Service (USPS) will be hosting a public meeting Thursday, March 28th beginning at 6:00pm CT at the Sandhills Convention Center about the discussing of the North Platte Processing and Distribution Center.&nbsp;The Sandhills Convention Center is located at  2102 S Jeffers St in North Platte.

During the meeting, USPS will share the initial results of the study they conducted to allow members of the community to provide their additional feedback and perspectives on initial findings of the mail processing facility review.&nbsp;

The meeting is open to the public to attend to give feedback but to ask questions. "I encourage folks to do to come to the meeting on 3/28 at 6:00pm at the Sandhills Convention Center and we are hoping to have a good showing," said North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher.&nbsp;

***North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher discussion on the North Platte P&amp;DC situation. Interview from GMNP on 3-20-2024.

Check out previous documents released from USPS regarding North Platte P&amp;DC:

<a href="https://northplattepost.com/posts/bffdb06c-111d-449d-9a2e-828f92f27e05">Mail Processing Facility Review Notice Of Public Input Meeting, North Platte P&amp;DC in North Platte Ne to Devener P&amp;DC in Denver Co</a>&nbsp;(published March 12th)

<a href="https://northplattepost.com/posts/4a1d22ed-1bd2-45a0-bd12-ee90a56196c2">Initial Findings Document: Mail Processing Facility Review North Platte P&amp;DC in North Platte</a>&nbsp;(published March 20th. Document NP Mayor Kelliher refers too in his discussion about the North Platte P&amp;DC situation)

North Platte PostNorth Platte, Neb. - The United State Postal Service (USPS) will be hosting a public meeting Thursday, March 28th beginning at 6:00pm CT at the Sandhills Convention Center about the discussing of the North Platte Processing and Distribution Center.&nbsp;The Sandhills Convention Center is located at 2102 S Jeffers St in North Platte.During the meeting, USPS will share the initial results of the study they conducted to allow members of the community to provide their additional feedback and perspectives on initial findings of the mail processing facility review.&nbsp;The meeting is open to the public to attend to give feedback but to ask questions. "I encourage folks to do to come to the meeting on 3/28 at 6:00pm at the Sandhills Convention Center and we are hoping to have a good showing," said North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher discussion on the North Platte P&DC situation" 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=bcfr3-15c4f73-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 Mayor Brandon Kelliher discussion on the North Platte P&amp;DC situation. Interview from GMNP on 3-20-2024.Check out previous documents released from USPS regarding North Platte P&amp;DC:<a href="https://northplattepost.com/posts/bffdb06c-111d-449d-9a2e-828f92f27e05">Mail Processing Facility Review Notice Of Public Input Meeting, North Platte P&amp;DC in North Platte Ne to Devener P&amp;DC in Denver Co</a>&nbsp;(published March 12th)<a href="https://northplattepost.com/posts/4a1d22ed-1bd2-45a0-bd12-ee90a56196c2">Initial Findings Document: Mail Processing Facility Review North Platte P&amp;DC in North Platte</a>&nbsp;(published March 20th. Document NP Mayor Kelliher refers too in his discussion about the North Platte P&amp;DC situation)

North Platte Processing and Distribution Center public meeting set for Thursday

KEARNEY – University of Nebraska at Kearney students won six events and once again claimed the top chapter award during a statewide business competition.

Lopers also earned six second-place awards, with a total of 22 top-five finishes, at the Nebraska Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate State Leadership Conference.

Hosted Sunday and Monday in Kearney, the annual conference gives students from colleges and universities across the state an opportunity to network, attend leadership workshops and compete in events testing their business knowledge and skills.

Ten members of the UNK FBLA Collegiate chapter participated in the conference, with nine of them qualifying for the National Leadership Conference scheduled for June 24-27 in Orlando, Florida, and another making the reserve list.

For the third consecutive year, UNK received the overall excellence award presented to the top four-year college chapter in the state.

Courtney Cox of Alliance – First place, Foundations of Hospitality Management; Second place, Accounting Case Competition; Third place, Project Management

Olivia Lawless of Aurora – First place, Business Communication; First place, Job Interview; Second place, Future Business Executive

Brooke Thoendel of Bennington – Third place, Business Ethics; Fourth place, Sports Management and Marketing; Fifth place, Project Management

Omar Sanchez of Lexington – Second place, Job Interview; Fifth place, Foundations of Finance

Kaden Gilbert of North Platte – First place, Foundations of Technology; Second place, Parliamentary Procedure; Fifth place, Foundations of Communication

Connor Reeson of Omaha – Second place, Foundations of Accounting; Second place, Foundations of Entrepreneurship; Fourth place, Foundations of Economics

Cody Swinarski of St. Paul – Fifth place, Business Communication

Ella O’Neil of Wauneta – Fourth place, Foundations of Accounting

Austin Kenner of Bridgeport, Olivia Lawless and Omar Sanchez – First place, Finance Case Competition

Olivia Lawless and Brooke Thoendel – Fourth place, Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition

Group entry – First place, State of the Chapter Presentation

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711563670047.jpeg" alt="UNK FBLA Collegiate members pose with their awards during the State Leadership Conference in Kearney. Pictured, front row, from left, are Brooke Thoendel, Connor Reeson and Courtney Cox and, back row, from left, Omar Sanchez, Austin Kenner, Cody Swinarski, Olivia Lawless and Kaden Gilbert. (Courtesy photo)" />
 <figcaption>UNK FBLA Collegiate members pose with their awards during the State Leadership Conference in Kearney. Pictured, front row, from left, are Brooke Thoendel, Connor Reeson and Courtney Cox and, back row, from left, Omar Sanchez, Austin Kenner, Cody Swinarski, Olivia Lawless and Kaden Gilbert. (Courtesy photo)</figcaption>
 </figure>Tyler EllysonUNK CommunicationsKEARNEY – University of Nebraska at Kearney students won six events and once again claimed the top chapter award during a statewide business competition.Lopers also earned six second-place awards, with a total of 22 top-five finishes, at the Nebraska Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate State Leadership Conference.Hosted Sunday and Monday in Kearney, the annual conference gives students from colleges and universities across the state an opportunity to network, attend leadership workshops and compete in events testing their business knowledge and skills.Ten members of the UNK FBLA Collegiate chapter participated in the conference, with nine of them qualifying for the National Leadership Conference scheduled for June 24-27 in Orlando, Florida, and another making the reserve list.For the third consecutive year, UNK received the overall excellence award presented to the top four-year college chapter in the state.<h2>UNK Individual Results</h2>Courtney Cox of Alliance – First place, Foundations of Hospitality Management; Second place, Accounting Case Competition; Third place, Project ManagementOlivia Lawless of Aurora – First place, Business Communication; First place, Job Interview; Second place, Future Business ExecutiveBrooke Thoendel of Bennington – Third place, Business Ethics; Fourth place, Sports Management and Marketing; Fifth place, Project ManagementOmar Sanchez of Lexington – Second place, Job Interview; Fifth place, Foundations of FinanceKaden Gilbert of North Platte – First place, Foundations of Technology; Second place, Parliamentary Procedure; Fifth place, Foundations of CommunicationConnor Reeson of Omaha – Second place, Foundations of Accounting; Second place, Foundations of Entrepreneurship; Fourth place, Foundations of EconomicsCody Swinarski of St. Paul – Fifth place, Business CommunicationElla O’Neil of Wauneta – Fourth place, Foundations of Accounting<h2>UNK Team Results</h2>Austin Kenner of Bridgeport, Olivia Lawless and Omar Sanchez – First place, Finance Case CompetitionOlivia Lawless and Brooke Thoendel – Fourth place, Entrepreneurship Pitch CompetitionGroup entry – First place, State of the Chapter Presentation