North Platte, NE&nbsp; – Community Connections Substance Abuse Prevention System&nbsp; (SAPS) is excited to participate in National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) 2025, running&nbsp; from March 17-23. This initiative, organized by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), aims to&nbsp; raise awareness and provide accurate, science-based information about drug and alcohol use.&nbsp;

“National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week is a critical opportunity to challenge misconceptions and&nbsp; empower young people with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about substance&nbsp; use,” said Erin Bone, Substance Abuse Prevention System Coordinator at Community&nbsp; Connections. “This week-long initiative allows us to engage directly with students, parents, and&nbsp; community leaders, offering them the tools and resources to combat substance abuse and create&nbsp; healthier, safer environments.”&nbsp;

SAPS kicked off NDAFW early with a March 3rd event hosted by Community Connections Mentoring&nbsp; program, featuring an interactive escape room activity focused on healthy choices.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Throughout NDAFW, SAPS and partners will share daily facts and resources about substance&nbsp; abuse on social media. The campaign is supported by West Central District Health Department (WCDHD), Region II Human Services, School Community Intervention &amp; Prevention (SCIP), and&nbsp; Hope Esperanza.&nbsp;

Community Connections is collaborating with local organizations to provide free educational&nbsp; materials, including brochures, posters, and interactive content, to ensure that accurate&nbsp; information reaches as many people as possible.&nbsp;

Connect People, Enhance Lives. We build connections between community agencies, businesses,&nbsp; neighborhoods, schools, families and individuals to coordinate activities, services, and programs&nbsp; that enhance the quality of life in Lincoln County. We create change and inspire others to work&nbsp; together toward a better tomorrow for youth and families.&nbsp;

About West Central District Health Department (WCDHD):&nbsp;

The West Central District Health Department (WCDHD) is a public agency working to support&nbsp; health, safety, and well-being in the Nebraska counties of Lincoln, Logan, McPherson, Thomas,&nbsp; Hooker, and Arthur. We aim to educate, promote, and improve the overall health of our&nbsp; communities and each resident; allowing all who live, work, and play within to thrive.&nbsp;

Region II Human Services is the Behavioral Health Authority for 17 counties in West Central&nbsp; Nebraska. We are a direct provider of services and we contract with private agencies for mental&nbsp; health and substance use disorder services. Counties we serve include: Arthur, Chase, Dawson,&nbsp; Dundy, Frontier, Gosper, Grant, Hayes, Hitchcock, Hooker, Keith, Lincoln, Logan, McPherson,&nbsp; Perkins, Red Willow, and Thomas.&nbsp;

About School Community Intervention &amp; Prevention (SCIP):&nbsp;

Provide effective prevention education for schools, families and communities, equipping schools&nbsp; with early intervention tools for students with behavioral health concerns so they may achieve&nbsp; healthy, productive lives.&nbsp;

To empower minority and underserved youth and families. To enhance health, overcome hardship,&nbsp; and promote an overall sense of belonging and well-being. To facilitate a welcoming and inclusive&nbsp; community that appreciates and values human difference and creates a sense of belonging where&nbsp; everyone feels respected and valued for their uniqueness. To build a community that is welcoming,&nbsp; culturally aware and competent as Lincoln County diversifies.

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 </figure>Community ConnectionsNorth Platte, NE&nbsp; – Community Connections Substance Abuse Prevention System&nbsp; (SAPS) is excited to participate in National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) 2025, running&nbsp; from March 17-23. This initiative, organized by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), aims to&nbsp; raise awareness and provide accurate, science-based information about drug and alcohol use.&nbsp;“National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week is a critical opportunity to challenge misconceptions and&nbsp; empower young people with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about substance&nbsp; use,” said Erin Bone, Substance Abuse Prevention System Coordinator at Community&nbsp; Connections. “This week-long initiative allows us to engage directly with students, parents, and&nbsp; community leaders, offering them the tools and resources to combat substance abuse and create&nbsp; healthier, safer environments.”&nbsp;SAPS kicked off NDAFW early with a March 3rd event hosted by Community Connections Mentoring&nbsp; program, featuring an interactive escape room activity focused on healthy choices.&nbsp;&nbsp;Throughout NDAFW, SAPS and partners will share daily facts and resources about substance&nbsp; abuse on social media. The campaign is supported by West Central District Health Department (WCDHD), Region II Human Services, School Community Intervention &amp; Prevention (SCIP), and&nbsp; Hope Esperanza.&nbsp;Community Connections is collaborating with local organizations to provide free educational&nbsp; materials, including brochures, posters, and interactive content, to ensure that accurate&nbsp; information reaches as many people as possible.&nbsp;About Community Connections:&nbsp;Connect People, Enhance Lives. We build connections between community agencies, businesses,&nbsp; neighborhoods, schools, families and individuals to coordinate activities, services, and programs&nbsp; that enhance the quality of life in Lincoln County. We create change and inspire others to work&nbsp; together toward a better tomorrow for youth and families.&nbsp;About West Central District Health Department (WCDHD):&nbsp;The West Central District Health Department (WCDHD) is a public agency working to support&nbsp; health, safety, and well-being in the Nebraska counties of Lincoln, Logan, McPherson, Thomas,&nbsp; Hooker, and Arthur. We aim to educate, promote, and improve the overall health of our&nbsp; communities and each resident; allowing all who live, work, and play within to thrive.&nbsp;About Region II Human Services:Region II Human Services is the Behavioral Health Authority for 17 counties in West Central&nbsp; Nebraska. We are a direct provider of services and we contract with private agencies for mental&nbsp; health and substance use disorder services. Counties we serve include: Arthur, Chase, Dawson,&nbsp; Dundy, Frontier, Gosper, Grant, Hayes, Hitchcock, Hooker, Keith, Lincoln, Logan, McPherson,&nbsp; Perkins, Red Willow, and Thomas.&nbsp;About School Community Intervention &amp; Prevention (SCIP):&nbsp;Provide effective prevention education for schools, families and communities, equipping schools&nbsp; with early intervention tools for students with behavioral health concerns so they may achieve&nbsp; healthy, productive lives.&nbsp;About Hope Esperanza:&nbsp;To empower minority and underserved youth and families. To enhance health, overcome hardship,&nbsp; and promote an overall sense of belonging and well-being. To facilitate a welcoming and inclusive&nbsp; community that appreciates and values human difference and creates a sense of belonging where&nbsp; everyone feels respected and valued for their uniqueness. To build a community that is welcoming,&nbsp; culturally aware and competent as Lincoln County diversifies.

Community Connections Substance Abuse Prevention System Announces National Drug and  Alcohol Facts Week 2025

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The Hot Sheets: March 13th, 2025

The Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health (CS-CASH) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Public Health, in collaboration with Nebraska Extension, has announced the dates for its annual tractor and equipment safety training courses. These sessions will take place at eight locations across Nebraska during May and June.

“Young farmers and ranchers are more apt to experience injuries and fatalities due to factors that can be attributed to their inexperience, physical limitations, and environmental risks,” said Ellen Duysen, associate research professor and CS-CASH outreach specialist. “By completing this training, these young workers gain awareness of the many hazards associated with agricultural work and develop skills through hands-on training.”

Federal law restricts youth under the age of 16 from operating certain farm equipment unless the farm is owned by their parents or legal guardians. However, certification through the National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program (NSTMOP) provides an exemption, allowing 14- and 15-year-olds to drive tractors and operate specific mechanized equipment.

In Nebraska, CS-CASH and Nebraska Extension work together to offer NSTMOP certification. This certification is earned by completing a two-day course that includes both a written test and a driving exam. Youth who complete the training are certified to operate tractors and certain mechanized equipment on farms and ranches and can also obtain a husbandry permit.

The cost for the two-day course is $60, which covers educational materials, online learning access (if applicable), supplies, and lunch and snacks for in-person training sessions.

Youth under the age of 14 can attend Day One if accompanied by an adult, but they are not eligible to drive equipment, participate in Day Two or receive certification. Students under 14 must register, but they will not be charged a fee. Adults who want to increase their knowledge about safe farm practices are also urged to attend.

To register, visit:&nbsp;<a href="http://go.unmc.edu/tractor-safety-training" target="_blank">go.unmc.edu/tractor-safety-training</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Contact Kelsey Irvine at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kepalm@unmc.edu" target="_blank">kepalm@unmc.edu</a>&nbsp;or 402-321-4236 with questions.&nbsp;

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 </figure>UNMCThe Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health (CS-CASH) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Public Health, in collaboration with Nebraska Extension, has announced the dates for its annual tractor and equipment safety training courses. These sessions will take place at eight locations across Nebraska during May and June.“Young farmers and ranchers are more apt to experience injuries and fatalities due to factors that can be attributed to their inexperience, physical limitations, and environmental risks,” said Ellen Duysen, associate research professor and CS-CASH outreach specialist. “By completing this training, these young workers gain awareness of the many hazards associated with agricultural work and develop skills through hands-on training.”Federal law restricts youth under the age of 16 from operating certain farm equipment unless the farm is owned by their parents or legal guardians. However, certification through the National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program (NSTMOP) provides an exemption, allowing 14- and 15-year-olds to drive tractors and operate specific mechanized equipment.In Nebraska, CS-CASH and Nebraska Extension work together to offer NSTMOP certification. This certification is earned by completing a two-day course that includes both a written test and a driving exam. Youth who complete the training are certified to operate tractors and certain mechanized equipment on farms and ranches and can also obtain a husbandry permit.Course Details:<ul>
 <li>Day One: The first day covers the essential components of NSTMOP, as well as additional training in emergency response, stop-the-bleed techniques, personal protective equipment and other lifesaving skills.</li><li>Day Two: The second day includes a hands-on driving test, equipment operation and ATV safety lessons. Students will be required to demonstrate their ability to hitch and unhitch equipment, as well as drive a tractor and trailer through a standardized course. Instructors will also provide education on safe practices and legal guidelines for ATVs, utility task vehicles (UTVs) and other off-road vehicles (ORVs).</li>
 </ul>The cost for the two-day course is $60, which covers educational materials, online learning access (if applicable), supplies, and lunch and snacks for in-person training sessions.Additional Information:Youth under the age of 14 can attend Day One if accompanied by an adult, but they are not eligible to drive equipment, participate in Day Two or receive certification. Students under 14 must register, but they will not be charged a fee. Adults who want to increase their knowledge about safe farm practices are also urged to attend.Day 1:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>May 21-22 – Cuming County Fairgrounds, West Washington Street,&nbsp;West Point, Nebraska&nbsp;</li><li>May 27 – Cass County Fairgrounds, 8400 144th&nbsp;Street,&nbsp;Weeping Water, Nebraska&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>May 28-29 - Lincoln, Logan, McPherson County Extension Office, 348 West State Farm Road,&nbsp;North Platte, Nebraska&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>June 3-4&nbsp; – Legacy of the Plains Museum, 2930 Old Oregon Trail,&nbsp;Gering, Nebraska&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>June 5 – Dawes County Fairgrounds, North Main Street,&nbsp;Chadron, Nebraska&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>June 9-10&nbsp; – Raising Nebraska, 501 East Fonner Park Road, Suite 100,&nbsp;Grand Island, Nebraska&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>June 11-12 – AKRS Equipment, 49110 US Highway 20,&nbsp;O’Neill, Nebraska&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>June 17-19 – Upper Big Blue NRD, 319 East 25th&nbsp;Street,&nbsp;York, Nebraska&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Virtual Module&nbsp;– For those attending a location that only offers Day One or are attending a location that offers both days but live 50 miles or more from the location.&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>To register, visit:&nbsp;<a href="http://go.unmc.edu/tractor-safety-training" target="_blank">go.unmc.edu/tractor-safety-training</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Contact Kelsey Irvine at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kepalm@unmc.edu" target="_blank">kepalm@unmc.edu</a>&nbsp;or 402-321-4236 with questions.&nbsp;

Annual Tractor and Equipment Safety Training Dates Announced for May and June

Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts

LINCOLN, Nebraska&nbsp;– Between Jan. 30 and March 11, Nebraska high school students competed around the state during regional Envirothon competitions demonstrating natural resources knowledge by identifying trees and animal tracks, calculating the number of steers on rangeland, and determining soil structure.

The winning teams from each Envirothon region as well as eight wildcards – selected based on their competition scores – qualify to compete at the Nebraska State Envirothon. Out of the 70 teams that competed, this year’s state qualifiers include:

Traditionally, Nebraska’s six regional Envirothon competitions are hosted in conjunction with district agriculture education contests. High school students compete on five-member teams in seven environmental areas including: soils, aquatics, forestry, wildlife, range, policy and a current environmental issue.

Qualifying teams will compete at the State Envirothon April 30, at Chalco Hills Recreation Area in Omaha, Nebraska. During the state competition, teams compete in hands-on environmental testing stations as well as prepare and deliver an oral problem-solving presentation focusing on “Roots &amp; Resiliency: Fostering Forest Stewardship in a Canopy of Change.”

The Nebraska Association of Resources Districts (NARD) Foundation awards cash prizes to the top three teams at the state competition:

Nebraska's Natural Resources DistrictsLINCOLN, Nebraska&nbsp;– Between Jan. 30 and March 11, Nebraska high school students competed around the state during regional Envirothon competitions demonstrating natural resources knowledge by identifying trees and animal tracks, calculating the number of steers on rangeland, and determining soil structure.The winning teams from each Envirothon region as well as eight wildcards – selected based on their competition scores – qualify to compete at the Nebraska State Envirothon. Out of the 70 teams that competed, this year’s state qualifiers include:<div><style type="text/css">
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</tbody></table></div>Traditionally, Nebraska’s six regional Envirothon competitions are hosted in conjunction with district agriculture education contests. High school students compete on five-member teams in seven environmental areas including: soils, aquatics, forestry, wildlife, range, policy and a current environmental issue.Qualifying teams will compete at the State Envirothon April 30, at Chalco Hills Recreation Area in Omaha, Nebraska. During the state competition, teams compete in hands-on environmental testing stations as well as prepare and deliver an oral problem-solving presentation focusing on “Roots &amp; Resiliency: Fostering Forest Stewardship in a Canopy of Change.”The Nebraska Association of Resources Districts (NARD) Foundation awards cash prizes to the top three teams at the state competition:<ul>
 <li>First Place: $1,500</li><li>Second Place: $1,000</li><li>Third Place: $500</li>
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Envirothon Competition Qualifies 14 Teams for State

Nebraska's Natural Resources District

LINCOLN, Nebraska&nbsp;– The voting members of the Nebraska Association of Resources Districts (NARD) Board of Directors elected new officers during their board meeting March 10, 2025.

The NARD Board consists of representatives from each of Nebraska’s 23 Natural Resources Districts (NRDs). The board meets five times throughout the year and helps guide the association and NRDs in decision making that protects lives, property and the future of Nebraska’s natural resources. The NARD Risk Pool Board governs the health insurance program for NRD employees.

Marty Graff, NARD President (Ainsworth, Nebraska)&nbsp;Marty Graff of the Middle Niobrara NRD was elected president of the NARD Board and NARD Risk Pool Board. Graff has served on the Middle Niobrara NRD Board 30 years and on the NARD boards since 2018. He farms with his wife, Brenda, and sons near Ainsworth. Off the farm, Graff serves on the East Woodlawn Cemetery Board (Johnstown, Nebraska) and is active in the Elks Club helping with youth baseball and wrestling.

Ryan Reuter, NARD Vice President (Minatare, Nebraska)&nbsp;Ryan Reuter of the North Platte NRD was elected vice president of the NARD Board and NARD Risk Pool Board. Reuter, a sales manager with Betaseed and ACH Seeds, has served on the North Platte NRD and NARD boards since 2018. Reuter and his wife Amie have two daughters, Avery and Addison.

Mason Hoffman, NARD Secretary-Treasurer (Juniata, Nebraska)&nbsp;Mason Hoffman of the Little Blue NRD was elected secretary-treasurer of the NARD Board and NARD Risk Pool Board. He farms outside of Hastings and has served on the Little Blue NRD Board since 2016 and on the NARD boards since 2021. Hoffman and his wife Michelle have three children, Mara, Natalie and Theodore (Tate).

Dr. Orval Gigstad, NARD Past President (Syracuse, Nebraska)&nbsp;Dr. Orval Gigstad from the Nemaha NRD serves as past president of the NARD Board and NARD Risk Pool Board. He served as president from 2022-2024 and has been on the boards since 1996. Gigstad has served on the Nemaha NRD Board since 1993 and serves as vice chair with the National Association of Conservation Districts Northern Plains Region. A practicing veterinarian for more than 45 years, he operates the Arbor Valley Animal Clinic in Syracuse. Gigstad and his wife Carolyn have two children, Grady and Amber, and grandchildren, Quincy and Amelia.

In addition to the president, vice president, secretary-treasurer and past president, the NARD Board executive committee includes Terry Martin, Legislative Committee chair representing the Upper Republican NRD, and Bob Hilger, Information and Education Committee chair representing the Lower Platte North NRD.

Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts Managers Committee&nbsp;On March 5, the NRD managers elected Wade Ellwanger, general manager of the Lower Niobrara NRD, as chair of the Managers Committee; and Kyle Hauschild, general manager of the Nemaha NRD, as vice-chair of the Managers Committee.

Wade Ellwanger, Lower Niobrara NRD&nbsp;Wade Ellwanger was promoted to general manager of the Lower Niobrara NRD in March 2023. Prior to his promotion, he served the district for six years as a water resources coordinator and assistant manager. He also has more than 20 years of production management experience in the ag industry. Ellwanger earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and is a Class IX graduate of the Nebraska Water Leaders Academy.&nbsp;He is a native of Butte, Nebraska, and has six children and six grandchildren.

Kyle Hauschild, Nemaha NRD&nbsp;Kyle Hauschild became the general manager of the Nemaha NRD in January 2021. He previously served as general manager of the Little Blue NRD (2018-2020) and stormwater/floodplain specialist at Lower Platte South NRD (2014-2018). Hauschild lives in Gretna with his wife Kelli and daughters Keira and Kaya.

The Managers Committee includes managers from all 23 Natural Resources Districts. The committee meets five times a year to coordinate NRD activities with state and federal agencies, conservation partners and other parties to protect Nebraska’s natural resources.

The Nebraska Association of Resources Districts (NARD), the trade association for Nebraska's 23 Natural Resources Districts (NRD), works with individual districts to protect lives, property and the future of Nebraska’s natural resources. NRDs are unique to Nebraska, and act as local government entities with broad responsibilities to protect Nebraska’s natural resources. Major Nebraska river basins form the boundaries of the 23 NRDs, enabling districts to respond to local conservation and resource management needs. Learn more about Nebraska’s NRDs at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nrdnet.org/" target="_blank">www.nrdnet.org</a>.

Nebraska's Natural Resources DistrictLINCOLN, Nebraska&nbsp;– The voting members of the Nebraska Association of Resources Districts (NARD) Board of Directors elected new officers during their board meeting March 10, 2025.The NARD Board consists of representatives from each of Nebraska’s 23 Natural Resources Districts (NRDs). The board meets five times throughout the year and helps guide the association and NRDs in decision making that protects lives, property and the future of Nebraska’s natural resources. The NARD Risk Pool Board governs the health insurance program for NRD employees.Marty Graff, NARD President (Ainsworth, Nebraska)&nbsp;Marty Graff of the Middle Niobrara NRD was elected president of the NARD Board and NARD Risk Pool Board. Graff has served on the Middle Niobrara NRD Board 30 years and on the NARD boards since 2018. He farms with his wife, Brenda, and sons near Ainsworth. Off the farm, Graff serves on the East Woodlawn Cemetery Board (Johnstown, Nebraska) and is active in the Elks Club helping with youth baseball and wrestling.Ryan Reuter, NARD Vice President (Minatare, Nebraska)&nbsp;Ryan Reuter of the North Platte NRD was elected vice president of the NARD Board and NARD Risk Pool Board. Reuter, a sales manager with Betaseed and ACH Seeds, has served on the North Platte NRD and NARD boards since 2018. Reuter and his wife Amie have two daughters, Avery and Addison.Mason Hoffman, NARD Secretary-Treasurer (Juniata, Nebraska)&nbsp;Mason Hoffman of the Little Blue NRD was elected secretary-treasurer of the NARD Board and NARD Risk Pool Board. He farms outside of Hastings and has served on the Little Blue NRD Board since 2016 and on the NARD boards since 2021. Hoffman and his wife Michelle have three children, Mara, Natalie and Theodore (Tate).Dr. Orval Gigstad, NARD Past President (Syracuse, Nebraska)&nbsp;Dr. Orval Gigstad from the Nemaha NRD serves as past president of the NARD Board and NARD Risk Pool Board. He served as president from 2022-2024 and has been on the boards since 1996. Gigstad has served on the Nemaha NRD Board since 1993 and serves as vice chair with the National Association of Conservation Districts Northern Plains Region. A practicing veterinarian for more than 45 years, he operates the Arbor Valley Animal Clinic in Syracuse. Gigstad and his wife Carolyn have two children, Grady and Amber, and grandchildren, Quincy and Amelia.In addition to the president, vice president, secretary-treasurer and past president, the NARD Board executive committee includes Terry Martin, Legislative Committee chair representing the Upper Republican NRD, and Bob Hilger, Information and Education Committee chair representing the Lower Platte North NRD.Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts Managers Committee&nbsp;On March 5, the NRD managers elected Wade Ellwanger, general manager of the Lower Niobrara NRD, as chair of the Managers Committee; and Kyle Hauschild, general manager of the Nemaha NRD, as vice-chair of the Managers Committee.Wade Ellwanger, Lower Niobrara NRD&nbsp;Wade Ellwanger was promoted to general manager of the Lower Niobrara NRD in March 2023. Prior to his promotion, he served the district for six years as a water resources coordinator and assistant manager. He also has more than 20 years of production management experience in the ag industry. Ellwanger earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and is a Class IX graduate of the Nebraska Water Leaders Academy.&nbsp;He is a native of Butte, Nebraska, and has six children and six grandchildren.Kyle Hauschild, Nemaha NRD&nbsp;Kyle Hauschild became the general manager of the Nemaha NRD in January 2021. He previously served as general manager of the Little Blue NRD (2018-2020) and stormwater/floodplain specialist at Lower Platte South NRD (2014-2018). Hauschild lives in Gretna with his wife Kelli and daughters Keira and Kaya.The Managers Committee includes managers from all 23 Natural Resources Districts. The committee meets five times a year to coordinate NRD activities with state and federal agencies, conservation partners and other parties to protect Nebraska’s natural resources.The Nebraska Association of Resources Districts (NARD), the trade association for Nebraska's 23 Natural Resources Districts (NRD), works with individual districts to protect lives, property and the future of Nebraska’s natural resources. NRDs are unique to Nebraska, and act as local government entities with broad responsibilities to protect Nebraska’s natural resources. Major Nebraska river basins form the boundaries of the 23 NRDs, enabling districts to respond to local conservation and resource management needs. Learn more about Nebraska’s NRDs at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nrdnet.org/" target="_blank">www.nrdnet.org</a>.

NARD Elects 2025 Officers

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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 12th, 2025

(Lincoln, Neb.) –&nbsp;Your opportunity to make a difference for Nebraskans is here, with a career you get to define. Nebraska State Patrol applications are open until March 31 at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nebraskatroopers.com/" target="_blank">NebraskaTroopers.com</a>.

The Nebraska State Patrol is building the next class of troopers prepared to serve in communities across the state. Troopers serve in many career paths including patrol,&nbsp;criminal investigator, K9 handler, crash investigator, pilot, tactical flight officer, crisis negotiator, drone operator, hazmat technician, and many more. Troopers can also serve in specialty units including the SWAT Team, Carrier Enforcement, Bomb Squad, Executive Protection, Training Academy, Mobile Field Force, and the Husker Football Detail.

The next NSP training class is set to begin on July 7, with graduation scheduled for December 19, 2025. The application process is open until March 31.

Troopers earn a starting salary of $32.45 per hour ($67,496 annually) upon graduation from the NSP Training Academy. Recruits are paid $28.85 during the academy process.&nbsp;Troopers also receive an excellent retirement plan, health, vision, dental, and life insurance, as well as free college tuition for you and your dependents at the University of Nebraska, state colleges, or community colleges.

Troopers also have opportunities for additional pay, including overtime hours at a pay rate of 1.5 times their base salary rate, shift differential pay of an additional $1.00 per hour if they are regularly assigned to the night shift, and a 2.5 percent pay increase for qualifying as bilingual.&nbsp;

The NSP Training Academy offers an extensive 24-week training program. Recruits go through numerous life-like scenarios and hundreds of hours of instruction to prepare them for a career serving Nebraska.

NSP offers the opportunity to serve in communities across the entire state of Nebraska. Each recruit will know their assigned duty station prior to starting camp, as NSP works to balance candidates’ duty station requests with the need to provide quality law enforcement coverage statewide. Applicants can get more information about the open duty stations and the duty station process at&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskatroopers.com/dutystations/" target="_blank">NebraskaTroopers.com/DutyStations</a>.

Applicants must be a United States citizen and at least 21 years of age by graduation, when they take the oath of office. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED equivalence. Additional information about the hiring process, benefits, opportunities, and recruiter contacts can be found at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nebraskatroopers.com/" target="_blank">NebraskaTroopers.com.</a>

Cody ThomasNebraska State Patrol(Lincoln, Neb.) –&nbsp;Your opportunity to make a difference for Nebraskans is here, with a career you get to define. Nebraska State Patrol applications are open until March 31 at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nebraskatroopers.com/" target="_blank">NebraskaTroopers.com</a>.The Nebraska State Patrol is building the next class of troopers prepared to serve in communities across the state. Troopers serve in many career paths including patrol,&nbsp;criminal investigator, K9 handler, crash investigator, pilot, tactical flight officer, crisis negotiator, drone operator, hazmat technician, and many more. Troopers can also serve in specialty units including the SWAT Team, Carrier Enforcement, Bomb Squad, Executive Protection, Training Academy, Mobile Field Force, and the Husker Football Detail.The next NSP training class is set to begin on July 7, with graduation scheduled for December 19, 2025. The application process is open until March 31.Troopers earn a starting salary of $32.45 per hour ($67,496 annually) upon graduation from the NSP Training Academy. Recruits are paid $28.85 during the academy process.&nbsp;Troopers also receive an excellent retirement plan, health, vision, dental, and life insurance, as well as free college tuition for you and your dependents at the University of Nebraska, state colleges, or community colleges.Troopers also have opportunities for additional pay, including overtime hours at a pay rate of 1.5 times their base salary rate, shift differential pay of an additional $1.00 per hour if they are regularly assigned to the night shift, and a 2.5 percent pay increase for qualifying as bilingual.&nbsp;The NSP Training Academy offers an extensive 24-week training program. Recruits go through numerous life-like scenarios and hundreds of hours of instruction to prepare them for a career serving Nebraska.NSP offers the opportunity to serve in communities across the entire state of Nebraska. Each recruit will know their assigned duty station prior to starting camp, as NSP works to balance candidates’ duty station requests with the need to provide quality law enforcement coverage statewide. Applicants can get more information about the open duty stations and the duty station process at&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskatroopers.com/dutystations/" target="_blank">NebraskaTroopers.com/DutyStations</a>.Applicants must be a United States citizen and at least 21 years of age by graduation, when they take the oath of office. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED equivalence. Additional information about the hiring process, benefits, opportunities, and recruiter contacts can be found at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nebraskatroopers.com/" target="_blank">NebraskaTroopers.com.</a>

Become a Nebraska Trooper in 2025, Applications Open Until March 31

Nebraska Department of Transportation

 (North Platte, Neb.) — Weather permitting, work will begin March 17 on I-80, from reference post 170.94 to reference post 176.82, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. 

Midwest Coatings Company, Inc. of Modale, Iowa is the contractor for this project. Work includes crack sealing and pavement markings. Traffic will be maintained with lane closures. A 12-foot width restriction will be in effect. Anticipated completion is April 2025. 

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

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.) — Weather permitting, work will begin March 17 on I-80, from reference post 170.94 to reference post 176.82, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Midwest Coatings Company, Inc. of Modale, Iowa is the contractor for this project. Work includes crack sealing and pavement markings. Traffic will be maintained with lane closures. A 12-foot width restriction will be in effect. Anticipated completion is April 2025. The purpose of this project is to preserve the transportation asset, improve the reliability of the transportation system and perpetuate the mobility of the traveling public. Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones down.

Work Will Begin on I-80, near North Platte 

(North Platte, Nebraska) – Visit North Platte is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated Flatrock Pro/Am hosted by Disc Gauntlet. This exciting disc golf tournament, sanctioned by the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA), is set to take place on March 15th and 16th, 2025, at the Cody Park Disc Golf Course and River’s Edge Golf Course.

The Flatrock Pro/Am will be a captivating two-day, three-round B-tier tournament featuring both professional and amateur players. On March 15th, competitors will play the first two rounds, with the third and final round held on March 16th for select divisions. All participants must be current PDGA members; those who are not yet members can join during the registration process.

“We are incredibly excited to host the Flatrock Pro/Am here in North Platte,” said Lisa Burke, Executive Director of Visit North Platte. “This tournament is an excellent opportunity to showcase our vibrant community, while also growing the sport of disc golf in Nebraska and the surrounding region. With over 100 athletes competing, it will be an event that continues to grow for years to come.”

The tournament promises to bring top-tier talent and competition to North Platte, with players vying for victory on the scenic and challenging Cody Park Disc Golf Course. The Flatrock Pro/Am will not only highlight the impressive skills of its participants but will also celebrate the dynamic and rapidly growing disc golf community.

“We look forward to another fantastic event in 2025, continuing our tradition of hosting world-class disc golf tournaments in North Platte,” Burke added.

For more information about the tournament schedule, registration details, and more, please visit visitnorthplatte.com or pdga.com.

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 </figure>Visit North Platte(North Platte, Nebraska) – Visit North Platte is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated Flatrock Pro/Am hosted by Disc Gauntlet. This exciting disc golf tournament, sanctioned by the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA), is set to take place on March 15th and 16th, 2025, at the Cody Park Disc Golf Course and River’s Edge Golf Course.The Flatrock Pro/Am will be a captivating two-day, three-round B-tier tournament featuring both professional and amateur players. On March 15th, competitors will play the first two rounds, with the third and final round held on March 16th for select divisions. All participants must be current PDGA members; those who are not yet members can join during the registration process.“We are incredibly excited to host the Flatrock Pro/Am here in North Platte,” said Lisa Burke, Executive Director of Visit North Platte. “This tournament is an excellent opportunity to showcase our vibrant community, while also growing the sport of disc golf in Nebraska and the surrounding region. With over 100 athletes competing, it will be an event that continues to grow for years to come.”The tournament promises to bring top-tier talent and competition to North Platte, with players vying for victory on the scenic and challenging Cody Park Disc Golf Course. The Flatrock Pro/Am will not only highlight the impressive skills of its participants but will also celebrate the dynamic and rapidly growing disc golf community.“We look forward to another fantastic event in 2025, continuing our tradition of hosting world-class disc golf tournaments in North Platte,” Burke added.For more information about the tournament schedule, registration details, and more, please visit visitnorthplatte.com or pdga.com.

Disc Gauntlet to Host Flatrock Pro/Am Disc Golf Tournament Sponsored by Visit North Platte

The spring semester is here and People's Health is once again making their way over to NPCC for this semester STD and Tacos. The event is for college students only and runs from 11:00am - 1:00pm in the NPCC Health Building room #25. 

Students can get tested for STD's, learn educational facts about sexual activity and more. West Central District Health Department will be on location to provide vaccines.

POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Elizabeth Thayer about the upcoming event. To learn more, check out the podcast below.

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 </figure>The spring semester is here and People's Health is once again making their way over to NPCC for this semester STD and Tacos. The event is for college students only and runs from 11:00am - 1:00pm in the NPCC Health Building room #25. Students can get tested for STD's, learn educational facts about sexual activity and more. West Central District Health Department will be on location to provide vaccines.<figure>
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 </figure>POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Elizabeth Thayer about the upcoming event. To learn more, check out the podcast below.<div><iframe title="(Audio) People's Health STD and Taco event for NPCC students on Wednesday" 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=6sgra-1839662-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) People's Health STD and Taco event for NPCC students on Wednesday

POST news director had the chance to talk with North Platte native and Saturday's main even Jayson Scott about this weekends fights. The pair discuss training preparation, Scott's background and more. To learn more check out the podcast below.

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(Audio) MCF 28 St. Paddy's Beatdown XIII - Jayson Scott

LINCOLN, NE&nbsp;– Governor Jim Pillen announced awards for projects in three districts of the state’s&nbsp;6 Regions, One Nebraska&nbsp;initiative (Central, Mid-Plains, and Western). The announcement took place during a news conference in Scottsbluff.&nbsp;

“Nebraskans compete incredibly hard to succeed, but too often we’ve competed against one another,” said Gov. Pillen. “6 Regions, One Nebraska&nbsp;takes a different approach—prioritizing shared wellbeing above individual accomplishment. It’s been encouraging to see the statewide embrace of this partnership model for growth.”&nbsp;

Gov. Pillen was joined at the news conference by K.C. Belitz, director of the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED); regional navigators and co-chairs; community college leaders; and awarded project applicants.&nbsp;

“I am grateful for Governor Pillen’s vision to bring our state together through the&nbsp;6 Regions, One Nebraska&nbsp;initiative,” said DED Director K.C. Belitz. “We’re undergoing an attitudinal change—helping Nebraskans compete together as teammates rather than against one another as rivals. The wisdom of thinking regionally about growth is clearly resonating with leaders. We’re seeing impressive engagement in work sessions and on regional priority projects.”

Launched in 2024,&nbsp;6 Regions, One Nebraska&nbsp;encourages cooperation, rather than competition, among neighboring communities. Each region had two formal gatherings in 2024, along with numerous virtual work sessions. At the first meeting, leaders reviewed economic and demographic data specific to their community college district. Participants decided on priority areas to serve as a starting point for collaborative action. Subsequently, working groups identified potential solutions to address needs and developed one project for which to seek state-administered American Rescue Plan Act funds.

At the second meeting, participants heard reports from each action team and discussed steps to move forward with a funding application. Each region successfully supported one application for an award of $200,000. State leaders have engaged philanthropic organizations to raise additional funds to support the awarded projects.

“Our communities in the Panhandle have great career opportunities, and they’re wonderful places to raise a family,” said Owen Palm, President and CEO of 21st Century Equipment and co-chair of the Western region. “To attract new residents, it’s also important that we encourage development of affordable housing. We’re thankful for the State’s support as we jointly undertake a housing infrastructure assessment in Western Nebraska.”

The Mid-Plains region also identified housing as a top priority, backing a funding request from Mid-Plains Community College for a workforce housing revitalization project.

“It’s been remarkable to see leaders unite across the region to prioritize growth,” said Ryan Purdy, president of Mid-Plains Community College. “Together, we’re committed to rapidly increasing our inventories of workforce housing. As a college, we look forward to expanding the region’s skilled-trades workforce to take on new housing development and rehabilitation projects.”&nbsp;

The Central Community College District chose to focus on adding childcare capacity throughout the region.

“Throughout central Nebraska, there’s a shortage of childcare slots available to families,” said Denise Zwiener, CEO of Buffalo County Community Partners. “Through our Childcare Champions program, we’ve had success equipping entrepreneurs to achieve licensure and open new childcare centers. We’re grateful for this award, which will help us further increase childcare capacity across our region.”&nbsp;

The three awards announced at Monday’s news conference are displayed below. Gov. Pillen announced awards for the state’s other three regions (Metro, Northeast, and Southeast)&nbsp;<a href="https://governor.nebraska.gov/gov-pillen-announces-awards-6-regions-one-nebraska-priority-projects">at a previous press conference</a>. To learn more about 6 Regions, One Nebraska,&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunity.nebraska.gov/regions">click here</a>.

Office of Governor Jim PillenLINCOLN, NE&nbsp;– Governor Jim Pillen announced awards for projects in three districts of the state’s&nbsp;6 Regions, One Nebraska&nbsp;initiative (Central, Mid-Plains, and Western). The announcement took place during a news conference in Scottsbluff.&nbsp;“Nebraskans compete incredibly hard to succeed, but too often we’ve competed against one another,” said Gov. Pillen. “6 Regions, One Nebraska&nbsp;takes a different approach—prioritizing shared wellbeing above individual accomplishment. It’s been encouraging to see the statewide embrace of this partnership model for growth.”&nbsp;Gov. Pillen was joined at the news conference by K.C. Belitz, director of the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED); regional navigators and co-chairs; community college leaders; and awarded project applicants.&nbsp;“I am grateful for Governor Pillen’s vision to bring our state together through the&nbsp;6 Regions, One Nebraska&nbsp;initiative,” said DED Director K.C. Belitz. “We’re undergoing an attitudinal change—helping Nebraskans compete together as teammates rather than against one another as rivals. The wisdom of thinking regionally about growth is clearly resonating with leaders. We’re seeing impressive engagement in work sessions and on regional priority projects.”Launched in 2024,&nbsp;6 Regions, One Nebraska&nbsp;encourages cooperation, rather than competition, among neighboring communities. Each region had two formal gatherings in 2024, along with numerous virtual work sessions. At the first meeting, leaders reviewed economic and demographic data specific to their community college district. Participants decided on priority areas to serve as a starting point for collaborative action. Subsequently, working groups identified potential solutions to address needs and developed one project for which to seek state-administered American Rescue Plan Act funds.At the second meeting, participants heard reports from each action team and discussed steps to move forward with a funding application. Each region successfully supported one application for an award of $200,000. State leaders have engaged philanthropic organizations to raise additional funds to support the awarded projects.“Our communities in the Panhandle have great career opportunities, and they’re wonderful places to raise a family,” said Owen Palm, President and CEO of 21st Century Equipment and co-chair of the Western region. “To attract new residents, it’s also important that we encourage development of affordable housing. We’re thankful for the State’s support as we jointly undertake a housing infrastructure assessment in Western Nebraska.”The Mid-Plains region also identified housing as a top priority, backing a funding request from Mid-Plains Community College for a workforce housing revitalization project.“It’s been remarkable to see leaders unite across the region to prioritize growth,” said Ryan Purdy, president of Mid-Plains Community College. “Together, we’re committed to rapidly increasing our inventories of workforce housing. As a college, we look forward to expanding the region’s skilled-trades workforce to take on new housing development and rehabilitation projects.”&nbsp;The Central Community College District chose to focus on adding childcare capacity throughout the region.“Throughout central Nebraska, there’s a shortage of childcare slots available to families,” said Denise Zwiener, CEO of Buffalo County Community Partners. “Through our Childcare Champions program, we’ve had success equipping entrepreneurs to achieve licensure and open new childcare centers. We’re grateful for this award, which will help us further increase childcare capacity across our region.”&nbsp;The three awards announced at Monday’s news conference are displayed below. Gov. Pillen announced awards for the state’s other three regions (Metro, Northeast, and Southeast)&nbsp;<a href="https://governor.nebraska.gov/gov-pillen-announces-awards-6-regions-one-nebraska-priority-projects">at a previous press conference</a>. To learn more about 6 Regions, One Nebraska,&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunity.nebraska.gov/regions">click here</a>.<figure>
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Gov. Pillen Announces Awards for 6 Regions, One Nebraska Priority Projects

[North Platte, NE]—On&nbsp;Saturday, March 15, 2025, the American Legion proudly celebrates its&nbsp;106th anniversary, marking over a century of unwavering support for veterans, their families, and communities across the nation. This milestone commemorates the day in&nbsp;1919&nbsp;when the first American Legion caucus was held by members of the American Expeditionary Force in Paris, France, laying the foundation for the nation’s largest veterans service organization.

Since its inception, the American Legion has been a pillar of advocacy, providing essential resources, programs, and support to those who have served our country. From securing veterans' benefits to fostering patriotism and youth development, the American Legion continues to profoundly impact countless lives.

"For 106 years, The American Legion has stood as a beacon of support and unity for veterans and their families," said Joe Wiezorek, Commander of Post #163 in North Platte, “This anniversary is not just about celebrating our history but also about reaffirming our commitment to serving those who have served our nation."

American Legion posts across the country will be hosting commemorative events to honor this occasion, bringing together members, families, and the community to reflect on the organization’s enduring legacy.&nbsp;A dinner and celebration, hosted by American Legion P.R. Halligan Post #163, will be held on Sunday, March 16, at 6:00 p.m., at 2020 East 4th Street. The public is welcome to attend.

As The American Legion continues its mission into its second century, its dedication to veterans, national security, youth mentorship, and patriotic service remains stronger than ever.

For more information on The American Legion’s mission and upcoming events, visit our website [<a target="_blank" href="https://www.americanlegionnp.org/">https://www.americanlegionnp.org/</a>], or follow us on Facebook [<a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/NorthPlatteNEAmericanLegionPost163">https://www.facebook.com/NorthPlatteNEAmericanLegionPost163</a>].

[North Platte, NE]—On&nbsp;Saturday, March 15, 2025, the American Legion proudly celebrates its&nbsp;106th anniversary, marking over a century of unwavering support for veterans, their families, and communities across the nation. This milestone commemorates the day in&nbsp;1919&nbsp;when the first American Legion caucus was held by members of the American Expeditionary Force in Paris, France, laying the foundation for the nation’s largest veterans service organization.Since its inception, the American Legion has been a pillar of advocacy, providing essential resources, programs, and support to those who have served our country. From securing veterans' benefits to fostering patriotism and youth development, the American Legion continues to profoundly impact countless lives."For 106 years, The American Legion has stood as a beacon of support and unity for veterans and their families," said Joe Wiezorek, Commander of Post #163 in North Platte, “This anniversary is not just about celebrating our history but also about reaffirming our commitment to serving those who have served our nation."American Legion posts across the country will be hosting commemorative events to honor this occasion, bringing together members, families, and the community to reflect on the organization’s enduring legacy.&nbsp;A dinner and celebration, hosted by American Legion P.R. Halligan Post #163, will be held on Sunday, March 16, at 6:00 p.m., at 2020 East 4th Street. The public is welcome to attend.As The American Legion continues its mission into its second century, its dedication to veterans, national security, youth mentorship, and patriotic service remains stronger than ever.For more information on The American Legion’s mission and upcoming events, visit our website [<a target="_blank" href="https://www.americanlegionnp.org/">https://www.americanlegionnp.org/</a>], or follow us on Facebook [<a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/NorthPlatteNEAmericanLegionPost163">https://www.facebook.com/NorthPlatteNEAmericanLegionPost163</a>].

The American Legion Celebrates 106 Years of Service and Dedication

North Platte, Neb., March 11, 2025 -- Great Plains Health has launched a new online&nbsp; appointment scheduling feature through MyChart, allowing patients to book medical&nbsp; appointments on their own time without making a phone call.&nbsp;

The new self-scheduling capability is now available for established patients in Great&nbsp; Plains Family Medicine, Great Plains Pediatrics and Great Plains Health Internal&nbsp; Medicine, with plans to expand to additional specialties in the future.&nbsp;

"This online scheduling feature gives patients more control over their health care by&nbsp; simplifying the appointment process," said Ivan Mitchell, chief executive officer of Great&nbsp; Plains Health. "We want to reduce the stress of coordinating medical appointments by&nbsp; providing patients with convenient tools that fit into their busy lives."&nbsp;

The new feature enables patients to view real-time appointment availability, schedule&nbsp; appointments 24/7 whenever it's convenient, receive immediate confirmation, and&nbsp; manage their healthcare on their own terms.&nbsp;

Online scheduling is just one feature in the MyChart patient portal. With the click of a&nbsp; button, MyChart also allows patients to securely communicate with providers, access&nbsp; test results and health records, request refill authorization or prescription renewal, view&nbsp; upcoming appointments and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;

If you don't have a MyChart account, you can enroll by visiting&nbsp;&nbsp;

https://www.gphealth.org/patients-visitors/patient-portal/ for instructions. Once enrolled,&nbsp; patients can access the scheduling feature through the MyChart app or by logging in&nbsp; online.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Great Plains HealthNorth Platte, Neb., March 11, 2025 -- Great Plains Health has launched a new online&nbsp; appointment scheduling feature through MyChart, allowing patients to book medical&nbsp; appointments on their own time without making a phone call.&nbsp;The new self-scheduling capability is now available for established patients in Great&nbsp; Plains Family Medicine, Great Plains Pediatrics and Great Plains Health Internal&nbsp; Medicine, with plans to expand to additional specialties in the future.&nbsp;"This online scheduling feature gives patients more control over their health care by&nbsp; simplifying the appointment process," said Ivan Mitchell, chief executive officer of Great&nbsp; Plains Health. "We want to reduce the stress of coordinating medical appointments by&nbsp; providing patients with convenient tools that fit into their busy lives."&nbsp;The new feature enables patients to view real-time appointment availability, schedule&nbsp; appointments 24/7 whenever it's convenient, receive immediate confirmation, and&nbsp; manage their healthcare on their own terms.&nbsp;Online scheduling is just one feature in the MyChart patient portal. With the click of a&nbsp; button, MyChart also allows patients to securely communicate with providers, access&nbsp; test results and health records, request refill authorization or prescription renewal, view&nbsp; upcoming appointments and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you don't have a MyChart account, you can enroll by visiting&nbsp;&nbsp;https://www.gphealth.org/patients-visitors/patient-portal/ for instructions. Once enrolled,&nbsp; patients can access the scheduling feature through the MyChart app or by logging in&nbsp; online.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Great Plains Health launches online self-scheduling feature 

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The Hot Sheets: March 11th, 2025

Nebraska Department of Agriculture

LINCOLN –The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA), in conjunction with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has detected a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard flock in Dawson County.  This latest case brings the total number of Nebraska flocks impacted by HPAI to 4 backyard flocks affecting approx. 219 birds in 2025.  

State Veterinarian Dr. Roger Dudley continues to remind poultry producers to practice good biosecurity with their flocks including minimizing exposure to wild birds and washing hands and changing clothes (including shoes) before and after coming into contact with poultry.   

HPAI is a highly contagious virus that spreads easily among birds through nasal and eye secretions, as well as infected food, water, and manure. The virus can be spread in various ways from flock to flock, including by wild birds during migratory season, through contact with infected poultry, by equipment, and on the clothing and shoes of caretakers. Wild birds can carry the virus without becoming sick, while domesticated birds can become very sick and die.  

What are the clinical signs of HPAI in birds?

Symptoms of HPAI in poultry include: a decrease in water consumption; lack of energy and appetite; decreased egg production or soft-shelled, misshapen eggs; nasal discharge, coughing, sneezing; incoordination; and diarrhea. HPAI can also cause sudden death in birds even if they aren’t showing any other symptoms. HPAI can survive for weeks in contaminated environments. 

Resources are available for poultry producers at nda.nebraska.gov/animal/avian/ and from the USDA at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/avian/avian-influenza. Poultry experiencing signs of HPAI or unusual death should be reported to NDA at 402-471-2351 or the USDA at 866-536-7593. 

Nebraska Department of AgricultureLINCOLN –The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA), in conjunction with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has detected a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard flock in Dawson County. This latest case brings the total number of Nebraska flocks impacted by HPAI to 4 backyard flocks affecting approx. 219 birds in 2025. State Veterinarian Dr. Roger Dudley continues to remind poultry producers to practice good biosecurity with their flocks including minimizing exposure to wild birds and washing hands and changing clothes (including shoes) before and after coming into contact with poultry. What is HPAI? HPAI is a highly contagious virus that spreads easily among birds through nasal and eye secretions, as well as infected food, water, and manure. The virus can be spread in various ways from flock to flock, including by wild birds during migratory season, through contact with infected poultry, by equipment, and on the clothing and shoes of caretakers. Wild birds can carry the virus without becoming sick, while domesticated birds can become very sick and die. What are the clinical signs of HPAI in birds? Symptoms of HPAI in poultry include: a decrease in water consumption; lack of energy and appetite; decreased egg production or soft-shelled, misshapen eggs; nasal discharge, coughing, sneezing; incoordination; and diarrhea. HPAI can also cause sudden death in birds even if they aren’t showing any other symptoms. HPAI can survive for weeks in contaminated environments. Resources for poultry producers Resources are available for poultry producers at nda.nebraska.gov/animal/avian/ and from the USDA at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/avian/avian-influenza. Poultry experiencing signs of HPAI or unusual death should be reported to NDA at 402-471-2351 or the USDA at 866-536-7593.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Dawson County

(North Platte, Neb.) — Work has resumed from reference post 125.64 to reference post 132.89, Ogallala to Roscoe, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. 

W.W. Clyde of Englewood, Colorado, is the contractor for this project. Temporary ramp construction, street lighting, concrete paving in the new Ogallala westbound rest-area, and installation of traffic control items will be performed.  Traffic will be maintained with lane closures in both directions and a 12-foot width restriction will be in effect.  Anticipated project completion is fall 2026. 

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

Nebraska Department of Transportation(North Platte, Neb.) — Work has resumed from reference post 125.64 to reference post 132.89, Ogallala to Roscoe, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. W.W. Clyde of Englewood, Colorado, is the contractor for this project. Temporary ramp construction, street lighting, concrete paving in the new Ogallala westbound rest-area, and installation of traffic control items will be performed. Traffic will be maintained with lane closures in both directions and a 12-foot width restriction will be in effect. Anticipated project completion is fall 2026. The purpose of this project is to preserve the transportation asset, improve the reliability of the transportation system, and perpetuate the mobility of the traveling public. Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones down.

Construction resumes on I-80, Ogallala to Roscoe

&nbsp;(Gothenburg, Neb.)&nbsp;&nbsp;— The Nebraska State Patrol located the suspect of a Denver homicide and found a passenger suffering a medical emergency this morning in Dawson County. The suspect was considered armed and dangerous.

NSP was informed this morning that a person wanted in connection with a homicide in Denver was believed to be traveling in a Nissan Rogue on Interstate 80 near Gothenburg. At approximately 9:25 a.m., a trooper located the vehicle and began a pursuit. The suspect refused to stop and fled northbound into Gothenburg.

The pursuit continued for approximately 25 minutes on county roads in Dawson County before stop sticks were successfully deployed, bringing the vehicle to a stop in the ditch on Highway 30 just east of Gothenburg. The driver and passenger refused to exit the vehicle and crisis negotiators responded to the scene.

After numerous attempts to make contact, troopers observed the female passenger to be having what appeared to be a medical emergency. Troopers and deputies quickly approached the vehicle and removed both the driver and the passenger, who were both non-responsive.

Narcan was administered to both the driver and the passenger. The female passenger was transported to Gothenburg Health Hospital where she was pronounced deceased. The male driver, identified as Augustine Vega, 36, of Colorado Springs, was flown to Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, where he remains at this time.

No law enforcement officers discharged their weapons during this incident. Officers did locate at least one firearm inside the vehicle. The South Central Area Law Enforcement Services (SCALES) task force has been asked to investigate the incident. The Dawson County Sheriff’s Office, Gothenburg Police Department, Cozad Police Department, Gothenburg Volunteer Fire Department, Dawson County Attorney, and LifeNet helicopter all assisted in this response.

NSP is coordinating with the Denver Police Department on the ongoing homicide investigation.

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 </figure>Cody ThomasNebraska State Patrol&nbsp;(Gothenburg, Neb.)&nbsp;&nbsp;— The Nebraska State Patrol located the suspect of a Denver homicide and found a passenger suffering a medical emergency this morning in Dawson County. The suspect was considered armed and dangerous.NSP was informed this morning that a person wanted in connection with a homicide in Denver was believed to be traveling in a Nissan Rogue on Interstate 80 near Gothenburg. At approximately 9:25 a.m., a trooper located the vehicle and began a pursuit. The suspect refused to stop and fled northbound into Gothenburg.The pursuit continued for approximately 25 minutes on county roads in Dawson County before stop sticks were successfully deployed, bringing the vehicle to a stop in the ditch on Highway 30 just east of Gothenburg. The driver and passenger refused to exit the vehicle and crisis negotiators responded to the scene.After numerous attempts to make contact, troopers observed the female passenger to be having what appeared to be a medical emergency. Troopers and deputies quickly approached the vehicle and removed both the driver and the passenger, who were both non-responsive.Narcan was administered to both the driver and the passenger. The female passenger was transported to Gothenburg Health Hospital where she was pronounced deceased. The male driver, identified as Augustine Vega, 36, of Colorado Springs, was flown to Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, where he remains at this time.No law enforcement officers discharged their weapons during this incident. Officers did locate at least one firearm inside the vehicle. The South Central Area Law Enforcement Services (SCALES) task force has been asked to investigate the incident. The Dawson County Sheriff’s Office, Gothenburg Police Department, Cozad Police Department, Gothenburg Volunteer Fire Department, Dawson County Attorney, and LifeNet helicopter all assisted in this response.NSP is coordinating with the Denver Police Department on the ongoing homicide investigation.

Denver Homicide Suspect Located in Dawson County, Passenger Deceased

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The Hot Sheets: March 10th, 2025

Dustin Eric Barner, 49, North Platte and Stephanie Ann Heil Meyer, 41, North Platte

Francisco Andres Macias, 61, North Platte and Eluzays Castillo, 31, North Platte

Terran Michael Scott Weeth, 28, North Platte and Erica Gina Lunkwitz, 29, North Platte

Brient Albert Wood, 19, Grant and Madelyn Grace Ingold, 21, Kearney

Scott Lee Sloggett, 32, North Platte and Ruth Emily Licking, 28, North Platte

Brayden Lee Barker, 24, North Platte and Josie Lynn Keck, 23, North Platte

Dustin Eric Barner, 49, North Platte and Stephanie Ann Heil Meyer, 41, North PlatteFrancisco Andres Macias, 61, North Platte and Eluzays Castillo, 31, North PlatteTerran Michael Scott Weeth, 28, North Platte and Erica Gina Lunkwitz, 29, North PlatteBrient Albert Wood, 19, Grant and Madelyn Grace Ingold, 21, KearneyScott Lee Sloggett, 32, North Platte and Ruth Emily Licking, 28, North PlatteBrayden Lee Barker, 24, North Platte and Josie Lynn Keck, 23, North Platte

Marriage Licenses For Lincoln County (Week of March 3rd)

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The Hot Sheets: March 9th, 2025

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The Hot Sheets: March 8th, 2025

North Platte, Neb., March 7, 2025 -- Great Plains Health is joining the annual&nbsp; statewide effort led by the Nebraska Cancer Coalition to heighten awareness of&nbsp; lifesaving colorectal cancer screening during Colorectal Cancer Awareness month. This&nbsp; year's campaign emphasizes the importance of early detection and reminds&nbsp; Nebraskans that regular screenings are now recommended beginning at age 45.&nbsp;

Dr. Todd E. Hlavaty, radiation oncologist at the Callahan Cancer Center at Great Plains&nbsp; Health for nearly three decades, also serves on the board of directors for the Nebraska&nbsp; Cancer Coalition.&nbsp;

"Screenings save lives, and the earlier we can detect colorectal cancer, the better the&nbsp; outcomes," said Dr. Hlavaty. "We must be proactive about our health and take&nbsp; screenings seriously. These simple preventive measures can make all the difference in&nbsp; a patient leading a long and healthy life with their family."&nbsp;

Employees throughout Great Plains Health participated in the #DressInBlueNE&nbsp; campaign on March 7 to raise awareness of colorectal cancer, which is the second&nbsp; deadliest cancer in Nebraska.&nbsp;

Colorectal cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in&nbsp; Nebraska, with incidence and mortality rates in the state exceeding national averages.&nbsp; Many are unaware that the recommended age for colorectal cancer screening has been&nbsp; lowered from 50 to 45.&nbsp;

● In 2025, the American Cancer Society estimates there will be 940 new cases and&nbsp; 360 deaths from colorectal cancer in Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;

● Screening rates remain a challenge, with only 64% of Nebraskans aged 45-75&nbsp; up-to-date on screenings as of 2022, and only 38% of those aged 45-54 current&nbsp; on their screenings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

● By 2030, colorectal cancer is expected to become the leading cause of cancer related deaths among 20-49-year-olds. If you are within this age range and have&nbsp; symptoms, talk to a healthcare provider.&nbsp;

Taking ownership of your health by discussing your family history and screening options&nbsp; with a primary care provider is a vital step toward prevention. Multiple safe and&nbsp; affordable screening options are available, including at-home test kits.&nbsp;

Based in North Platte, Nebraska, Great Plains Health is a fully accredited, 116-bed&nbsp; acute-care regional medical center serving western and central Nebraska, northern&nbsp; Kansas and southern South Dakota. With 90 physicians representing nearly 30 medical&nbsp; specialties, the Great Plains Health system offers advanced health care, including heart&nbsp; and vascular, cancer, and orthopedic surgery services. Great Plains Health is a Level III&nbsp; trauma center, and all of its emergency department physicians are residency-trained&nbsp; and board-certified in emergency medicine. The system employs approximately 1,200&nbsp; employees and serves a geographic area spanning more than 67,000 square miles.&nbsp; The hospital is accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ)&nbsp; and is home to an American College of Surgeons-accredited cancer center and Level II&nbsp; bariatric surgery program. For more information, visit gphealth.org.&nbsp;

The Nebraska Cancer Coalition (NC2) is a nonprofit organization that serves all 93&nbsp; counties in Nebraska. Its mission is to connect people and resources to improve cancer&nbsp; prevention, detection, and quality of life. Through partnerships with health systems,&nbsp; providers, associations, and individuals, NC2 works to achieve its vision of conquering&nbsp; cancer together.

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 </figure>Great Plains HealthNorth Platte, Neb., March 7, 2025 -- Great Plains Health is joining the annual&nbsp; statewide effort led by the Nebraska Cancer Coalition to heighten awareness of&nbsp; lifesaving colorectal cancer screening during Colorectal Cancer Awareness month. This&nbsp; year's campaign emphasizes the importance of early detection and reminds&nbsp; Nebraskans that regular screenings are now recommended beginning at age 45.&nbsp;Dr. Todd E. Hlavaty, radiation oncologist at the Callahan Cancer Center at Great Plains&nbsp; Health for nearly three decades, also serves on the board of directors for the Nebraska&nbsp; Cancer Coalition.&nbsp;"Screenings save lives, and the earlier we can detect colorectal cancer, the better the&nbsp; outcomes," said Dr. Hlavaty. "We must be proactive about our health and take&nbsp; screenings seriously. These simple preventive measures can make all the difference in&nbsp; a patient leading a long and healthy life with their family."&nbsp;Employees throughout Great Plains Health participated in the #DressInBlueNE&nbsp; campaign on March 7 to raise awareness of colorectal cancer, which is the second&nbsp; deadliest cancer in Nebraska.&nbsp;Colorectal cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in&nbsp; Nebraska, with incidence and mortality rates in the state exceeding national averages.&nbsp; Many are unaware that the recommended age for colorectal cancer screening has been&nbsp; lowered from 50 to 45.&nbsp;● In 2025, the American Cancer Society estimates there will be 940 new cases and&nbsp; 360 deaths from colorectal cancer in Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;● Screening rates remain a challenge, with only 64% of Nebraskans aged 45-75&nbsp; up-to-date on screenings as of 2022, and only 38% of those aged 45-54 current&nbsp; on their screenings.&nbsp;&nbsp;● By 2030, colorectal cancer is expected to become the leading cause of cancer related deaths among 20-49-year-olds. If you are within this age range and have&nbsp; symptoms, talk to a healthcare provider.&nbsp;Taking ownership of your health by discussing your family history and screening options&nbsp; with a primary care provider is a vital step toward prevention. Multiple safe and&nbsp; affordable screening options are available, including at-home test kits.&nbsp;About Great Plains Health&nbsp;Based in North Platte, Nebraska, Great Plains Health is a fully accredited, 116-bed&nbsp; acute-care regional medical center serving western and central Nebraska, northern&nbsp; Kansas and southern South Dakota. With 90 physicians representing nearly 30 medical&nbsp; specialties, the Great Plains Health system offers advanced health care, including heart&nbsp; and vascular, cancer, and orthopedic surgery services. Great Plains Health is a Level III&nbsp; trauma center, and all of its emergency department physicians are residency-trained&nbsp; and board-certified in emergency medicine. The system employs approximately 1,200&nbsp; employees and serves a geographic area spanning more than 67,000 square miles.&nbsp; The hospital is accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ)&nbsp; and is home to an American College of Surgeons-accredited cancer center and Level II&nbsp; bariatric surgery program. For more information, visit gphealth.org.&nbsp;About Nebraska Cancer Coalition&nbsp;The Nebraska Cancer Coalition (NC2) is a nonprofit organization that serves all 93&nbsp; counties in Nebraska. Its mission is to connect people and resources to improve cancer&nbsp; prevention, detection, and quality of life. Through partnerships with health systems,&nbsp; providers, associations, and individuals, NC2 works to achieve its vision of conquering&nbsp; cancer together.

Great Plains Health joins effort to spread awareness of colorectal cancer 

North Platte, Neb. - It's the time of the year when the Sandhill Cranes migration journey begins with plenty of them stopping in North Platte, Lincoln County and you can venture out to see the Sandhill Crane Migration. This year, Dusty Trails is offering tours with different parts of the day to check out this yearly migration. During the tour, you will learn about the birds and so much more. <a href="https://www.dustytrails.biz/sandhill-crane-tours">To sign up for a tour click here</a>. You can also check out the Prairie Chickens during this time and tours are available as well.&nbsp;

Nominations are now open for the North Platte Area Excellence in Tourism Awards but not a whole lot of time is left to get your nominations in. You can nominate someone in the following categories:&nbsp;

If you would like to nominate someone,<a href="https://form.jotform.com/250224323569151"> click here.</a>&nbsp;

POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Lisa Burke, the Executive Director of Visit North Platte about the Sandhill Cranes, Prairie Chickens, Excellence in Tourism awards and more! To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - It's the time of the year when the Sandhill Cranes migration journey begins with plenty of them stopping in North Platte, Lincoln County and you can venture out to see the Sandhill Crane Migration. This year, Dusty Trails is offering tours with different parts of the day to check out this yearly migration. During the tour, you will learn about the birds and so much more. <a href="https://www.dustytrails.biz/sandhill-crane-tours">To sign up for a tour click here</a>. You can also check out the Prairie Chickens during this time and tours are available as well.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Nominations are now open for the North Platte Area Excellence in Tourism Awards but not a whole lot of time is left to get your nominations in. You can nominate someone in the following categories:&nbsp;Events&nbsp;Attractions&nbsp;Retail&nbsp;Volunteer of the Year&nbsp;Hero of Tourism&nbsp;If you would like to nominate someone,<a href="https://form.jotform.com/250224323569151"> click here.</a>&nbsp;POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Lisa Burke, the Executive Director of Visit North Platte about the Sandhill Cranes, Prairie Chickens, Excellence in Tourism awards and more! To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) Sandhill Cranes migration coming to the area, prairie chickens and nominations for Excellence in Tourism Awards!" 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=add5z-183049b-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) Sandhill Cranes migration coming to the area, prairie chickens and nominations for Excellence in Tourism Awards!

Nebraska Department of Education Press Release

Groups of educators, law enforcement officers and first responders from across Nebraska are joining the Nebraska Department of Education’s School Safety staff for a series of specialized trainings from the “I Love U Guys” Foundation at three different sites.

NDE staff will help schools in developing safe school communities during emergency situations by putting Standard Reunification Method (SRM) into a practical exercise. The SRM-Reunification Exercises (SRM-REx) will be giving school communities and their surrounding partners the opportunity to practice how to reunite children with their families during mock emergency incidents.

The one-day training will include in person, hands-on simulated emergency events at three locations across Nebraska. The exercises will be from 8am to 4:30pm at the following the locations:

The purpose behind this training is to bring together a variety of different partners, agencies, and school personnel so everyone can work together more efficiently during a real emergency.

“Parents practice reunification daily with their children when they pick them up from school,” said NDE School Safety and Security Director Jay Martin. “However, during emergencies more people and challenges come into play leading to chaos if it is not practiced. These events are meant to reduce the potential of chaos and be as prepared as possible for an emergency.”

The events will also emphasize key components to avoiding emergency situations all together such as having Threat Assessment Teams at every school and using reporting services like Safe2HelpNE, a system designed for students, staff, and parents to anonymously report concerning behavior which could impact the safety of students or schools across Nebraska.

To learn more about Nebraska Department of Education School Safety visit:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.education.ne.gov/safety/">https://www.education.ne.gov/safety/</a>

To learn more about the Standard Response Protocol/Standard Reunification Method visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Filoveuguys.org%2F%23Hugs&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cjay.martin%40nebraska.gov%7C13980612c5134badf41208dacc0473d2%7C043207dfe6894bf6902001038f11f0b1%7C0%7C0%7C638046616752916251%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=7H0szXqNHHSEGHrFQfj7kCKB5SrMzotH2pL5sWRNI7k%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://iloveuguys.org/#Hugs</a>

To learn more about Safe2HelpNE visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://education.ne.gov/safety/safe2help-faq/" target="_blank">https://education.ne.gov/safety/safe2help-faq/</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.safe2helpne.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cjay.martin%40nebraska.gov%7C13980612c5134badf41208dacc0473d2%7C043207dfe6894bf6902001038f11f0b1%7C0%7C0%7C638046616752916251%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=4rVeHhl3sYarr6plvTPp560QgI4ijaOQXgZ0mjwPr6w%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://www.safe2helpne.org</a>

To learn more about Threat Assessment trainings:&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fesupdo.org%2FWorkshops%2FWorkshopDetails.aspx%3FWorkshopID%3D395&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cjay.martin%40nebraska.gov%7Cab8b1e64102040b5aed708dabce438ec%7C043207dfe6894bf6902001038f11f0b1%7C0%7C0%7C638029985648447271%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=CeRThGttOjfVn6gDXQNbqeceN9CyGNsMIzuZcNxz0zA%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://esupdo.org/Workshops/WorkshopDetails.aspx?WorkshopID=395</a>

If you have questions or comments or would like to attend the training, please contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jay.martin@nebraska.gov">jay.martin@nebraska.gov</a>, 402-417-2944 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:scott.stemper@nebraska.gov">scott.stemper@nebraska.gov</a>, 402-309-4053.

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 </figure>Nebraska Department of Education Press ReleaseGroups of educators, law enforcement officers and first responders from across Nebraska are joining the Nebraska Department of Education’s School Safety staff for a series of specialized trainings from the “I Love U Guys” Foundation at three different sites.NDE staff will help schools in developing safe school communities during emergency situations by putting Standard Reunification Method (SRM) into a practical exercise. The SRM-Reunification Exercises (SRM-REx) will be giving school communities and their surrounding partners the opportunity to practice how to reunite children with their families during mock emergency incidents.The one-day training will include in person, hands-on simulated emergency events at three locations across Nebraska. The exercises will be from 8am to 4:30pm at the following the locations:<ul>
 <li>On March 17th at Ainsworth High School, 520 East 2nd, Ainsworth, Nebraska</li><li>On March 19th&nbsp;at North Platte High School, 1220 West 2nd Street, North Platte, Nebraska</li><li>On March 21st&nbsp;at Wahoo High School, 2201 N. Locust Street, Wahoo, Nebraska</li>
 </ul>The purpose behind this training is to bring together a variety of different partners, agencies, and school personnel so everyone can work together more efficiently during a real emergency.“Parents practice reunification daily with their children when they pick them up from school,” said NDE School Safety and Security Director Jay Martin. “However, during emergencies more people and challenges come into play leading to chaos if it is not practiced. These events are meant to reduce the potential of chaos and be as prepared as possible for an emergency.”The events will also emphasize key components to avoiding emergency situations all together such as having Threat Assessment Teams at every school and using reporting services like Safe2HelpNE, a system designed for students, staff, and parents to anonymously report concerning behavior which could impact the safety of students or schools across Nebraska.To learn more about Nebraska Department of Education School Safety visit:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.education.ne.gov/safety/">https://www.education.ne.gov/safety/</a>To learn more about the Standard Response Protocol/Standard Reunification Method visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Filoveuguys.org%2F%23Hugs&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cjay.martin%40nebraska.gov%7C13980612c5134badf41208dacc0473d2%7C043207dfe6894bf6902001038f11f0b1%7C0%7C0%7C638046616752916251%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=7H0szXqNHHSEGHrFQfj7kCKB5SrMzotH2pL5sWRNI7k%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://iloveuguys.org/#Hugs</a>To learn more about Safe2HelpNE visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://education.ne.gov/safety/safe2help-faq/" target="_blank">https://education.ne.gov/safety/safe2help-faq/</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.safe2helpne.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cjay.martin%40nebraska.gov%7C13980612c5134badf41208dacc0473d2%7C043207dfe6894bf6902001038f11f0b1%7C0%7C0%7C638046616752916251%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=4rVeHhl3sYarr6plvTPp560QgI4ijaOQXgZ0mjwPr6w%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://www.safe2helpne.org</a>To learn more about Threat Assessment trainings:&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fesupdo.org%2FWorkshops%2FWorkshopDetails.aspx%3FWorkshopID%3D395&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cjay.martin%40nebraska.gov%7Cab8b1e64102040b5aed708dabce438ec%7C043207dfe6894bf6902001038f11f0b1%7C0%7C0%7C638029985648447271%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=CeRThGttOjfVn6gDXQNbqeceN9CyGNsMIzuZcNxz0zA%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://esupdo.org/Workshops/WorkshopDetails.aspx?WorkshopID=395</a>If you have questions or comments or would like to attend the training, please contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jay.martin@nebraska.gov">jay.martin@nebraska.gov</a>, 402-417-2944 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:scott.stemper@nebraska.gov">scott.stemper@nebraska.gov</a>, 402-309-4053.

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