OMAHA (UNMC)-A total of 128 senior medical students at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha received their residency assignments today.

Match Day is an annual rite of passage for medical students, a day when they learn at which U.S. residency programs they will train for the next three to seven years in the medical area of their choice. Students are matched through a computer program to align their preferences for residency programs in order to fill the thousands of training positions available at U.S. teaching hospitals.

Forty-four percent of UNMC students are staying in Nebraska for their training, and 67 percent matched in primary care, which includes family medicine, internal medicine, internal medicine/pediatrics, pediatrics and obstetrics/gynecology.

The UNMC medical students, slated to graduate in May, are listed by hometown, name, specialty and location of residency assignment.

CLASS OF 2020 RESIDENCY ASSIGNMENTS

BENNINGTON&nbsp;-- Joshua Slogr Edgar, UNMC, Internal Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE

CLARKS&nbsp;-- Tanner Dean Hannappel, University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Sioux Falls, SD; UNMC, Diagnostic Radiology, Omaha NE

COLUMBUS&nbsp;-- Jenna Marie Essink, UNMC, Pediatrics, Omaha NE; Holly Lynn Groteluschen, UNMC Kearney program, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE; Grant William Jirka, Thomas Jefferson University, Internal Medicine, Philadelphia PA; Zachary Joseph Kwapnoski, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Omaha NE; UC Davis Medical Center, Dermatology, Sacramento CA

DAVEY&nbsp;-- Brian Taylor Richard, University of Arizona College of Medicine -Tucson, Orthopaedics, Tucson AZ

ELGIN&nbsp;-- Kevin Joseph Selting, Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Internal Medicine Preliminary-Diagnostic Radiology, Omaha NE

ELKHORN&nbsp;-- Cole Steven Bowdino, UNMC, Surgery Preliminary-Urology, Omaha NE; Tessa Marie Delaney, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nashville TN; Haley Nicole Haskett, Case Western/University Hospitals/Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland OH; Brian S. Peters, Central Iowa Health System/IA Methodist, Surgery Preliminary, Des Moines IA; Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Diagnostic Radiology, Omaha NE; Emily Grace Royer, University of Utah Health, Orthopaedics, Salt Lake City UT

FIRTH&nbsp;-- Austin Tanner Granatowicz, Siouxland Medical Education Foundation, Family Medicine, Sioux City IA

GURLEY&nbsp;-- Garrett Westman, University of Kansas SOM, Family Medicine, Wichita KS

HASTINGS&nbsp;-- Stephen Rodney Goodin, Spectrum Health/Michigan State University, Orthopaedics, Grand Rapids MI

HAY SPRINGS&nbsp;-- Jaycee Elizabeth Housh, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and Affiliated Hospitals, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Springfield IL

IMPERIAL&nbsp;-- Sara Jane German, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, Family Medicine, Rochester MN

INDIANOLA&nbsp;-- Allie Jegan Swanson, UNMC, Family Medicine, Omaha NE

JUNIATA&nbsp;-- Austin Craig Wilson, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE

KEARNEY&nbsp;-- Sarah Katherine Larsen, Medical College of Wisconsin, Family Medicine, Milwaukee WI

KENESAW&nbsp;-- Justin Lawrence Burr, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary-Radiation Oncology, Omaha NE; John Paul Gallagher, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE

KILGORE&nbsp;-- Nathan Ira Van Winkle, UNMC (Scottsbluff NE Program, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE

LEXINGTON&nbsp;-- Maisie Rose O’Meara, Valley Childrens Healthcare-CA, Pediatrics, Madera CA

LINCOLN&nbsp;-- Hunter Stephen Creglow, Children’s Mercy Hospital, Pediatrics, Kansas City MO; Alyssa Rose Emodi, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Omaha NE; Joel Thomas Hachiya, UNMC, Anesthesiology, Omaha NE; Bridgette Genevieve Hafner, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE; Brandon Lee Henslee, University of Missouri School of Medicine, Surgery Preliminary-Urology, Columbia MO; Katherine Elizabeth Janike, University of Illinois College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Chicago IL; Ahsan Shahid Kamal, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Phoenix AZ; Taylor Evan Katt, Tulane University School of Medicine, Medicine-Pediatrics, New Orleans LA; Ngoc Khanh Nguyen Mai, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Medicine-Pediatrics, Cincinnati OH; Blake Russell Marmie, Baylor-Scott &amp; White, Internal Medicine Preliminary-Diagnostic Radiology, Temple TX; Keith James Ozanne, University of Utah Health, Internal Medicine, Salt Lake City UT; Van Christian Sanderfer, Carolinas Medical Center, Surgery, Charlotte NC; Matthew Wayne Schmitt, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE; Rachel Ruth Schmitt, Childrens Mercy Hospital, Pediatrics, Kansas City MO; Helen Song, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Omaha NE

MALCOLM&nbsp;-- Jessica Lynn Larson, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE

MINDEN&nbsp;-- Katelyn Christine Jelden, Indiana University School of Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Indianapolis IN

MORRILL&nbsp;-- Katherine Broke Snyder, University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, Surgery, Oklahoma City OK

MURDOCK&nbsp;-- Jordan Renee Bowman, University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital/NY, Medicine-Pediatrics, Rochester NY

NORTH PLATTE&nbsp;-- David Donald Bunker, Intermountain Medical Center-UT, Transitional, Murray UT, University of Utah Health, Diagnostic Radiology, Salt Lake City UT

OMAHA&nbsp;-- Annie Grace Ballen, Tulane University School of Medicine, Psychiatry, New Orleans LA; Jared D. Baxter, UNMC, Emergency Medicine, Omaha NE; Paul James Brosnihan, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Surgery Preliminary, Nashville TN; Caleb Anthony Cave, UNMC, Pediatrics, Omaha NE; Sylvia K. Coleman, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Anesthesiology, Madison WI; Samuel Thomas Davidson, University of Minnesota Medical School, Orthopaedics, Minneapolis MN; Zachary Elijah Ehresman, UNMC, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE; Lauren McKenzie Gallagher, Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Omaha NE; Vaishnavi Kuta Ganesan, Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE; Denai Gordon, UNMC, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE; Ashley Lauren Hein, UNMC, Pathology, Omaha NE; Roberto Augustin Herrera, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, Internal Medicine, Rochester MN; Alex Michael Hodson, St. Joseph Hospital, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Denver CO, University of Kansas School of Medicine, Diagnostic Radiology, Kansas City KS; Kurtis Clifford Johnson, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE; Amissabah M. Kanley, UNMC, Pediatrics, Omaha NE; Elizabeth Ann Kastrick, UNMC, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Omaha NE; Parker Mathiason Korbitz, Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals, Internal Medicine, Milwaukee WI; Karl Alan Krieser, University of Michigan Hospitals, Anesthesiology, Ann Arbor MI; Nicholas George Lambert, Baylor College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Houston TX; Alexandra Mary Moulton, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Surgery, Torrance CA; Katie Marie Mutke, Indiana University School of Medicine, Medicine-Pediatrics, Indianapolis IN; Andrea Marie Nollette, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Pediatrics, Iowa City IA; Ferdinand Osaheni Osayande, University of Missouri, Psychiatry, Kansas City MO; Michael Richard Otten, Medical University of South Carolina, Orthopaedics, Charleston SC; Walker Lynn Payton, Texas Tech University Affiliated Hospitals, Pediatrics, Lubbock TX; Ankita Sarawagi, Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Milwaukee WI; Rachael Christine Schmidt, University of Montana, Family Medicine, Missoula MT; Sarah Anne Schmoker, UNMC (Norfolk NE Program, Otolaryngology, Norfolk NE; Sophia Angela Schneider, UNMC, Pediatrics, Omaha NE; Alexandra Grace Sorrick, UNMC, Internal Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE; Megan L. Thacker, UNMC, Anesthesiology, Omaha NE; Jessica Bik-Yin Thai, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Psychiatry, Albuquerque NM; Jared John Thomsen, Intermountain Medical Center-UT, Transitional, Murray UT; Oregon Health &amp; Science University, Diagnostic Radiology, Portland OR; Victoria Lynn Wadman, UNMC, Emergency Medicine, Omaha NE; Morgan Clare Walgren, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE; Eric Seashore Wolatz, Western Michigan University Stryker School of Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Kalamazoo MI

PAPILLION&nbsp;-- Jacqueline Annette Baude, UNMC/Offutt AFB, Family Medicine, Bellevue NE; Aaron Patrick Cronican, Broadlawns Medical Center, Transitional, Des Moines IA, Sunrise Health GME Consortium-NV, Diagnostic Radiology, Henderson NV; Natalie Jean Wichelt, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center-NC, Pediatrics, Winston-Salem NC

PLATTSMOUTH&nbsp;-- Laura Elyse Newton, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center-NH, Surgery, Lebanon NH

RED CLOUD&nbsp;-- Shelby Lyn Liesemeyer, UNMC (Kearney NE Program, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE

SHELTON&nbsp;-- Noel Suzanne Bruner, UNMC, Internal Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE

SIDNEY&nbsp;-- Matthew Wagner Dorwart, UNMC, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE

SOUTH SIOUX CITY&nbsp;-- Kenneth James Wasmund, II, Lincoln Medical Education Partnership, Family Medicine, Lincoln NE

TECUMSEH&nbsp;-- Kaci Dee Wolken, University of Utah Health, Internal Medicine, Salt Lake City UT

WAKEFIELD&nbsp;-- Cassady Irene Miller, Siouxland Medical Education Foundation, Family Medicine, Sioux City IA

WAYNE&nbsp;-- Andrew Kent Pulfer, University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital-NY, Pediatrics, Rochester NY

YORK&nbsp;-- Sarah Kate Hotovy, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, Family Medicine, Rochester MN; Marilyn Laurea Leif, Ohio State University Medical Center, Surgery Preliminary, Columbus OH

MESA AZ&nbsp;-- Kaitlin Marie Hunt, CHRISTUS Health-TX, Emergency Medicine, Irving TX

PHOENIX AZ&nbsp;Samantha Ona Kohn, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Phoenix AZ

CLOVIS CA&nbsp;-- Songita Choudhury, UNMC, Pediatrics, Omaha NE

GLENDORA CA&nbsp;-- Daniel Enrique Lomelin, UNMC, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE

SAN CLEMENTE CA&nbsp;-- Laura Leon, UNMC (Grand Island NE Program, Family Medicine, Omaha NE

SAN RAMON CA&nbsp;-- Mark Douglas Ringle, UNMC, Surgery, Omaha NE

VENTURA CA&nbsp;-- Emma Retigan Huebner, UCLA Medical Center, Anesthesiology, Los Angeles CA

LAKEWOOD CO&nbsp;-- Tanner Kinkade Hill, St. Joseph Hospital, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Denver CO, University of Miami/Jackson Health System, Diagnostic Radiology, Miami FL

LONGMONT CO&nbsp;-- Jonathan Allen Seaman, Arizona Health Sciences Center, Surgery Preliminary-Urology, Tucson AZ

CHICAGO IL&nbsp;-- Sebastian Lane (MD December 2019, Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Family Medicine, Omaha NE

ROCK VALLEY IA&nbsp;-- Christopher N. Treinen, UNMC, Surgery Preliminary, Omaha NE

BLOOMFIELD IN&nbsp;-- Elizabeth Coultas Blowers, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE

OLATHE KS&nbsp;-- Erin Leigh Grimes, University of Missouri-KC Programs, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kansas City MO

WAMEGO KS&nbsp;-- Beth Kristine Neilsen, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Omaha NE, UCLA Medical Center, Radiation Oncology, Los Angeles CA

CAPE ELIZABETH ME&nbsp;-- Joshua Adam Ungar, University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital-NY, Surgery, Rochester NY

JOPLIN MO&nbsp;-- Michael Earl Price, University of Kansas School of Medicine-Kansas City, Otolaryngology, Kansas City KS

SAINT JOSEPH MO&nbsp;-- Michael Joseph Schwabe, Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Surgery, Omaha NE

GREAT FALLS MT&nbsp;-- Emily Anne Boes, University of Utah Health, Orthopaedics, Salt Lake City UT

WINSTON-SALEM NC&nbsp;-- Joseph Aloi, Indiana University School of Medicine, Psychiatry, Indianapolis IN

CLEVELAND OH&nbsp;-- Diana Rose Bosworth, UNMC, Family Medicine, Omaha NE

SCOTLAND SD&nbsp;-- Sydney Marie Randall, UNMC, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Omaha NE

SIOUX FALLS SD&nbsp;-- Luke A. Witte, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Omaha NE, University Hospitals, Dermatology, Columbia MO

SALT LAKE CITY UT&nbsp;-- John H. Varner, UNMC, Surgery Preliminary, Omaha NE

SOUTH JORDAN UT&nbsp;-- Bret Jarret Gardner, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Child Neurology, Albuquerque NM

NEWCASTLE WY&nbsp;-- Ryan Paul Jones, University of South Dakota SSOM, Psychiatry, Sioux Falls SD

CAMEROON&nbsp;-- Benadette Ngakam Ngamelue, Lincoln Medical Education Partnership, Family Medicine, Lincoln NE

CANADA&nbsp;-- Tyler Pistone, UNMC, Neurosurgery, Omaha NE

CHINA&nbsp;-- Bangchen Wang, Duke University Medical Center, Pathology, Durham NC; Kenan Xiao, Zucker School of Medicine-Northwell NS/LIJ-NY, Internal Medicine Preliminary, New Hyde Park NY, St. Louis University School of Medicine, Diagnostic Radiology, St. Louis MO

KENYA&nbsp;-- Vega Anindo Were, University of Texas HSC-San Antonio, Otolaryngology, San Antonio TX

MEXICO&nbsp;-- Gerson G. Manriquez Martin, UNMC, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Omaha NE

We are&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nebraskamed.com/" target="_blank">Nebraska Medicine</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.unmc.edu/" target="_blank">UNMC</a>.&nbsp;Our mission is to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1584734314981.png" alt="James Trenhaile, Katie Irby and Daniel Kuehler, all of Columbus, have gone to school together since middle school. (UNMC Photo)" />
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 </figure>OMAHA (UNMC)-A total of 128 senior medical students at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha received their residency assignments today.Match Day is an annual rite of passage for medical students, a day when they learn at which U.S. residency programs they will train for the next three to seven years in the medical area of their choice. Students are matched through a computer program to align their preferences for residency programs in order to fill the thousands of training positions available at U.S. teaching hospitals.Forty-four percent of UNMC students are staying in Nebraska for their training, and 67 percent matched in primary care, which includes family medicine, internal medicine, internal medicine/pediatrics, pediatrics and obstetrics/gynecology.The UNMC medical students, slated to graduate in May, are listed by hometown, name, specialty and location of residency assignment.CLASS OF 2020 RESIDENCY ASSIGNMENTSBENNINGTON&nbsp;-- Joshua Slogr Edgar, UNMC, Internal Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NECLARKS&nbsp;-- Tanner Dean Hannappel, University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Sioux Falls, SD; UNMC, Diagnostic Radiology, Omaha NECOLUMBUS&nbsp;-- Jenna Marie Essink, UNMC, Pediatrics, Omaha NE; Holly Lynn Groteluschen, UNMC Kearney program, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE; Grant William Jirka, Thomas Jefferson University, Internal Medicine, Philadelphia PA; Zachary Joseph Kwapnoski, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Omaha NE; UC Davis Medical Center, Dermatology, Sacramento CADAVEY&nbsp;-- Brian Taylor Richard, University of Arizona College of Medicine -Tucson, Orthopaedics, Tucson AZELGIN&nbsp;-- Kevin Joseph Selting, Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Internal Medicine Preliminary-Diagnostic Radiology, Omaha NEELKHORN&nbsp;-- Cole Steven Bowdino, UNMC, Surgery Preliminary-Urology, Omaha NE; Tessa Marie Delaney, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nashville TN; Haley Nicole Haskett, Case Western/University Hospitals/Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland OH; Brian S. Peters, Central Iowa Health System/IA Methodist, Surgery Preliminary, Des Moines IA; Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Diagnostic Radiology, Omaha NE; Emily Grace Royer, University of Utah Health, Orthopaedics, Salt Lake City UTFIRTH&nbsp;-- Austin Tanner Granatowicz, Siouxland Medical Education Foundation, Family Medicine, Sioux City IAGURLEY&nbsp;-- Garrett Westman, University of Kansas SOM, Family Medicine, Wichita KSHASTINGS&nbsp;-- Stephen Rodney Goodin, Spectrum Health/Michigan State University, Orthopaedics, Grand Rapids MIHAY SPRINGS&nbsp;-- Jaycee Elizabeth Housh, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and Affiliated Hospitals, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Springfield ILIMPERIAL&nbsp;-- Sara Jane German, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, Family Medicine, Rochester MNINDIANOLA&nbsp;-- Allie Jegan Swanson, UNMC, Family Medicine, Omaha NEJUNIATA&nbsp;-- Austin Craig Wilson, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NEKEARNEY&nbsp;-- Sarah Katherine Larsen, Medical College of Wisconsin, Family Medicine, Milwaukee WIKENESAW&nbsp;-- Justin Lawrence Burr, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary-Radiation Oncology, Omaha NE; John Paul Gallagher, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NEKILGORE&nbsp;-- Nathan Ira Van Winkle, UNMC (Scottsbluff NE Program, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NELEXINGTON&nbsp;-- Maisie Rose O’Meara, Valley Childrens Healthcare-CA, Pediatrics, Madera CALINCOLN&nbsp;-- Hunter Stephen Creglow, Children’s Mercy Hospital, Pediatrics, Kansas City MO; Alyssa Rose Emodi, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Omaha NE; Joel Thomas Hachiya, UNMC, Anesthesiology, Omaha NE; Bridgette Genevieve Hafner, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE; Brandon Lee Henslee, University of Missouri School of Medicine, Surgery Preliminary-Urology, Columbia MO; Katherine Elizabeth Janike, University of Illinois College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Chicago IL; Ahsan Shahid Kamal, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Phoenix AZ; Taylor Evan Katt, Tulane University School of Medicine, Medicine-Pediatrics, New Orleans LA; Ngoc Khanh Nguyen Mai, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Medicine-Pediatrics, Cincinnati OH; Blake Russell Marmie, Baylor-Scott &amp; White, Internal Medicine Preliminary-Diagnostic Radiology, Temple TX; Keith James Ozanne, University of Utah Health, Internal Medicine, Salt Lake City UT; Van Christian Sanderfer, Carolinas Medical Center, Surgery, Charlotte NC; Matthew Wayne Schmitt, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE; Rachel Ruth Schmitt, Childrens Mercy Hospital, Pediatrics, Kansas City MO; Helen Song, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Omaha NEMALCOLM&nbsp;-- Jessica Lynn Larson, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NEMINDEN&nbsp;-- Katelyn Christine Jelden, Indiana University School of Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Indianapolis INMORRILL&nbsp;-- Katherine Broke Snyder, University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, Surgery, Oklahoma City OKMURDOCK&nbsp;-- Jordan Renee Bowman, University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital/NY, Medicine-Pediatrics, Rochester NYNORTH PLATTE&nbsp;-- David Donald Bunker, Intermountain Medical Center-UT, Transitional, Murray UT, University of Utah Health, Diagnostic Radiology, Salt Lake City UTOMAHA&nbsp;-- Annie Grace Ballen, Tulane University School of Medicine, Psychiatry, New Orleans LA; Jared D. Baxter, UNMC, Emergency Medicine, Omaha NE; Paul James Brosnihan, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Surgery Preliminary, Nashville TN; Caleb Anthony Cave, UNMC, Pediatrics, Omaha NE; Sylvia K. Coleman, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Anesthesiology, Madison WI; Samuel Thomas Davidson, University of Minnesota Medical School, Orthopaedics, Minneapolis MN; Zachary Elijah Ehresman, UNMC, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE; Lauren McKenzie Gallagher, Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Omaha NE; Vaishnavi Kuta Ganesan, Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE; Denai Gordon, UNMC, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE; Ashley Lauren Hein, UNMC, Pathology, Omaha NE; Roberto Augustin Herrera, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, Internal Medicine, Rochester MN; Alex Michael Hodson, St. Joseph Hospital, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Denver CO, University of Kansas School of Medicine, Diagnostic Radiology, Kansas City KS; Kurtis Clifford Johnson, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE; Amissabah M. Kanley, UNMC, Pediatrics, Omaha NE; Elizabeth Ann Kastrick, UNMC, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Omaha NE; Parker Mathiason Korbitz, Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals, Internal Medicine, Milwaukee WI; Karl Alan Krieser, University of Michigan Hospitals, Anesthesiology, Ann Arbor MI; Nicholas George Lambert, Baylor College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Houston TX; Alexandra Mary Moulton, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Surgery, Torrance CA; Katie Marie Mutke, Indiana University School of Medicine, Medicine-Pediatrics, Indianapolis IN; Andrea Marie Nollette, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Pediatrics, Iowa City IA; Ferdinand Osaheni Osayande, University of Missouri, Psychiatry, Kansas City MO; Michael Richard Otten, Medical University of South Carolina, Orthopaedics, Charleston SC; Walker Lynn Payton, Texas Tech University Affiliated Hospitals, Pediatrics, Lubbock TX; Ankita Sarawagi, Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Milwaukee WI; Rachael Christine Schmidt, University of Montana, Family Medicine, Missoula MT; Sarah Anne Schmoker, UNMC (Norfolk NE Program, Otolaryngology, Norfolk NE; Sophia Angela Schneider, UNMC, Pediatrics, Omaha NE; Alexandra Grace Sorrick, UNMC, Internal Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NE; Megan L. Thacker, UNMC, Anesthesiology, Omaha NE; Jessica Bik-Yin Thai, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Psychiatry, Albuquerque NM; Jared John Thomsen, Intermountain Medical Center-UT, Transitional, Murray UT; Oregon Health &amp; Science University, Diagnostic Radiology, Portland OR; Victoria Lynn Wadman, UNMC, Emergency Medicine, Omaha NE; Morgan Clare Walgren, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NE; Eric Seashore Wolatz, Western Michigan University Stryker School of Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Kalamazoo MIPAPILLION&nbsp;-- Jacqueline Annette Baude, UNMC/Offutt AFB, Family Medicine, Bellevue NE; Aaron Patrick Cronican, Broadlawns Medical Center, Transitional, Des Moines IA, Sunrise Health GME Consortium-NV, Diagnostic Radiology, Henderson NV; Natalie Jean Wichelt, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center-NC, Pediatrics, Winston-Salem NCPLATTSMOUTH&nbsp;-- Laura Elyse Newton, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center-NH, Surgery, Lebanon NHRED CLOUD&nbsp;-- Shelby Lyn Liesemeyer, UNMC (Kearney NE Program, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NESHELTON&nbsp;-- Noel Suzanne Bruner, UNMC, Internal Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NESIDNEY&nbsp;-- Matthew Wagner Dorwart, UNMC, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NESOUTH SIOUX CITY&nbsp;-- Kenneth James Wasmund, II, Lincoln Medical Education Partnership, Family Medicine, Lincoln NETECUMSEH&nbsp;-- Kaci Dee Wolken, University of Utah Health, Internal Medicine, Salt Lake City UTWAKEFIELD&nbsp;-- Cassady Irene Miller, Siouxland Medical Education Foundation, Family Medicine, Sioux City IAWAYNE&nbsp;-- Andrew Kent Pulfer, University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital-NY, Pediatrics, Rochester NYYORK&nbsp;-- Sarah Kate Hotovy, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, Family Medicine, Rochester MN; Marilyn Laurea Leif, Ohio State University Medical Center, Surgery Preliminary, Columbus OHMESA AZ&nbsp;-- Kaitlin Marie Hunt, CHRISTUS Health-TX, Emergency Medicine, Irving TXPHOENIX AZ&nbsp;Samantha Ona Kohn, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Phoenix AZCLOVIS CA&nbsp;-- Songita Choudhury, UNMC, Pediatrics, Omaha NEGLENDORA CA&nbsp;-- Daniel Enrique Lomelin, UNMC, Family Medicine/Primary Care, Omaha NESAN CLEMENTE CA&nbsp;-- Laura Leon, UNMC (Grand Island NE Program, Family Medicine, Omaha NESAN RAMON CA&nbsp;-- Mark Douglas Ringle, UNMC, Surgery, Omaha NEVENTURA CA&nbsp;-- Emma Retigan Huebner, UCLA Medical Center, Anesthesiology, Los Angeles CALAKEWOOD CO&nbsp;-- Tanner Kinkade Hill, St. Joseph Hospital, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Denver CO, University of Miami/Jackson Health System, Diagnostic Radiology, Miami FLLONGMONT CO&nbsp;-- Jonathan Allen Seaman, Arizona Health Sciences Center, Surgery Preliminary-Urology, Tucson AZCHICAGO IL&nbsp;-- Sebastian Lane (MD December 2019, Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Family Medicine, Omaha NEROCK VALLEY IA&nbsp;-- Christopher N. Treinen, UNMC, Surgery Preliminary, Omaha NEBLOOMFIELD IN&nbsp;-- Elizabeth Coultas Blowers, UNMC, Internal Medicine, Omaha NEOLATHE KS&nbsp;-- Erin Leigh Grimes, University of Missouri-KC Programs, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kansas City MOWAMEGO KS&nbsp;-- Beth Kristine Neilsen, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Omaha NE, UCLA Medical Center, Radiation Oncology, Los Angeles CACAPE ELIZABETH ME&nbsp;-- Joshua Adam Ungar, University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital-NY, Surgery, Rochester NYJOPLIN MO&nbsp;-- Michael Earl Price, University of Kansas School of Medicine-Kansas City, Otolaryngology, Kansas City KSSAINT JOSEPH MO&nbsp;-- Michael Joseph Schwabe, Creighton University Affiliated Hospitals, Surgery, Omaha NEGREAT FALLS MT&nbsp;-- Emily Anne Boes, University of Utah Health, Orthopaedics, Salt Lake City UTWINSTON-SALEM NC&nbsp;-- Joseph Aloi, Indiana University School of Medicine, Psychiatry, Indianapolis INCLEVELAND OH&nbsp;-- Diana Rose Bosworth, UNMC, Family Medicine, Omaha NESCOTLAND SD&nbsp;-- Sydney Marie Randall, UNMC, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Omaha NESIOUX FALLS SD&nbsp;-- Luke A. Witte, UNMC, Internal Medicine Preliminary, Omaha NE, University Hospitals, Dermatology, Columbia MOSALT LAKE CITY UT&nbsp;-- John H. Varner, UNMC, Surgery Preliminary, Omaha NESOUTH JORDAN UT&nbsp;-- Bret Jarret Gardner, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Child Neurology, Albuquerque NMNEWCASTLE WY&nbsp;-- Ryan Paul Jones, University of South Dakota SSOM, Psychiatry, Sioux Falls SDCAMEROON&nbsp;-- Benadette Ngakam Ngamelue, Lincoln Medical Education Partnership, Family Medicine, Lincoln NECANADA&nbsp;-- Tyler Pistone, UNMC, Neurosurgery, Omaha NECHINA&nbsp;-- Bangchen Wang, Duke University Medical Center, Pathology, Durham NC; Kenan Xiao, Zucker School of Medicine-Northwell NS/LIJ-NY, Internal Medicine Preliminary, New Hyde Park NY, St. Louis University School of Medicine, Diagnostic Radiology, St. Louis MOKENYA&nbsp;-- Vega Anindo Were, University of Texas HSC-San Antonio, Otolaryngology, San Antonio TXMEXICO&nbsp;-- Gerson G. Manriquez Martin, UNMC, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Omaha NEWe are&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nebraskamed.com/" target="_blank">Nebraska Medicine</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.unmc.edu/" target="_blank">UNMC</a>.&nbsp;Our mission is to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care.

123 UNMC senior medical students receive residency assignments

On Monday, March 23rd at 7:00 AM, the Sheriff's FRONT Office will be open by appointment only.

*️⃣or any other business done in the Sheriff's Office

To schedule an appointment, call the front office at 308-324-3011

All appointments will enter the Sheriff's Office through the Washington Street NIGHT ENTRANCE, which is in between the courthouse and jail.

If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 or have been sick within 48 hours of your scheduled time please reschedule your appointment.

On Monday, March 23rd at 7:00 AM, the Sheriff's FRONT Office will be open by appointment only.Appointments will be needed for...*️⃣VIN inspections*️⃣Update Sex Offender Registry*️⃣Fingerprinting*️⃣Handgun Applications*️⃣or any other business done in the Sheriff's OfficeTo schedule an appointment, call the front office at 308-324-3011All appointments will enter the Sheriff's Office through the Washington Street NIGHT ENTRANCE, which is in between the courthouse and jail.If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 or have been sick within 48 hours of your scheduled time please reschedule your appointment.

Dawson County Sheriff's Office makes provisions to prevent COVID-19 spread

Message from Cozad Telephone Company:

As a response to the recommendation of increased social distancing, Cozad Telephone Company will be closing our front lobby to walk-in traffic effective immediately.&nbsp; Our hours of operation will remain (8:00 am – 5:00 pm) the same and the following operations will continue as business as usual:

We thank you for your understanding during this ever-changing time.&nbsp; We are taking the aforementioned precautions so that we can continue to offer exceptional customer service and keep everyone connected while helping try to keep our employees, their families, our customers, and our community safe and healthy.&nbsp; We truly value our community and look forward to moving forward in the near future.&nbsp; Stay healthy and safe everyone!

Message from Cozad Telephone Company:Dear Valued Customers,As a response to the recommendation of increased social distancing, Cozad Telephone Company will be closing our front lobby to walk-in traffic effective immediately.&nbsp; Our hours of operation will remain (8:00 am – 5:00 pm) the same and the following operations will continue as business as usual:<ol>
 <li>The drive thru window is still open.</li><li>Employees will still be here to answer phones and answer any service questions you have.</li><li>We will still have someone on call 24/7 to help with any issues that may arise after normal business hours.</li><li>We are still currently completing installs and trouble tickets.&nbsp; However, our technicians may be asking a series of questions regarding sickness/symptoms in your household.&nbsp; If anyone in your household is sick or experiencing any symptoms, we will ask that you reschedule your appointment.</li>
 </ol>We thank you for your understanding during this ever-changing time.&nbsp; We are taking the aforementioned precautions so that we can continue to offer exceptional customer service and keep everyone connected while helping try to keep our employees, their families, our customers, and our community safe and healthy.&nbsp; We truly value our community and look forward to moving forward in the near future.&nbsp; Stay healthy and safe everyone!Sincerely,Your CTC Staff

Cozad Telephone Company closed to walk-in traffic

North Platte, NE- NebraskaLand National Bank has made the decision to close our lobbies beginning March 20, 2020, for the health and well-being of our employees, customers, and community. The Bank will continue to provide full service to customers by phone, email, and drive-thru. As always, we have a variety of convenient, online banking services available such as our free mobile banking app, online bill pay, and mobile deposit. If we are unable to meet your financial services needs through one of these channels, please call us to make an appointment.

Main Location, 1400 South Dewey St:Mon-Fri: 7:30 am- 5:30pm | Saturday: 8:00am – 12:00pm | 24 Hour ATMsDowntown Branch, 121 N Dewey St:Mon-Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm | 24 Hour ATMNorth Branch, 1002 N Jeffers St:Drive-thru and Walk-Up Window Service| Mon-Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm | 24 Hour ATMWestfield Branch, 1801 W A St:Drive-thru and Walk-Up Window Service| Mon-Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm | 24 Hour ATM

We want to assure our customers that NebraskaLand National Bank entered this pandemic from a position of strength thanks to strong capital levels as well as prudent planning and risk management. Our Bank maintains a five-star rating by Bauer Financial, marking us as one of the strongest financial institutions in the nation.

News ReleaseNorth Platte, NE- NebraskaLand National Bank has made the decision to close our lobbies beginning March 20, 2020, for the health and well-being of our employees, customers, and community. The Bank will continue to provide full service to customers by phone, email, and drive-thru. As always, we have a variety of convenient, online banking services available such as our free mobile banking app, online bill pay, and mobile deposit. If we are unable to meet your financial services needs through one of these channels, please call us to make an appointment.Our drive-thru hours are:Main Location, 1400 South Dewey St:Mon-Fri: 7:30 am- 5:30pm | Saturday: 8:00am – 12:00pm | 24 Hour ATMsDowntown Branch, 121 N Dewey St:Mon-Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm | 24 Hour ATMNorth Branch, 1002 N Jeffers St:Drive-thru and Walk-Up Window Service| Mon-Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm | 24 Hour ATMWestfield Branch, 1801 W A St:Drive-thru and Walk-Up Window Service| Mon-Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm | 24 Hour ATMWe want to assure our customers that NebraskaLand National Bank entered this pandemic from a position of strength thanks to strong capital levels as well as prudent planning and risk management. Our Bank maintains a five-star rating by Bauer Financial, marking us as one of the strongest financial institutions in the nation.

Nebraskaland National Bank announces changes to help prevent virus spread

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. – In a proactive state and national effort to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and ensure the health of its customers and staff, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is closing the public crane viewing blind at North River Wildlife Management Area north of Hershey.

The Commission aims to protect its staff and customers by removing opportunities for crowds to gather at facilities and events and by maintaining clean areas that are available to the public.

A prairie-chicken viewing blind located south of North Platte, is a partnership between the Commission and the Nebraska Cooperative Republican Platte Enhancement (NCORPE, will also be closed for this season to help eliminate opportunities for the virus to be spread.

Enjoying the crane migration is available by utilizing several driving routes from North Platte to Hershey. Buffalo Bill Ranch State Recreation Area has a scenic drive-through where cranes can be seen flying across the North Platte River and feeding in the adjacent meadows. Early mornings and late evenings you can watch the cranes fly over the North Platte River at Cody Park in North Platte. The North Platte/Lincoln County Visitors Bureau has a self-guided Sandhill crane driving route brochure, which is available from their office located at 101 Halligan Dr. or online at&nbsp;<a href="http://visitnorthplatte.com/outdoor-recreation/" target="_blank">visitnorthplatte.com/outdoor-recreation/</a>.

Nebraska has many state parks, state historical parks, recreation areas and wildlife areas where people can get outside and enjoy nature this spring. These areas offer hiking, biking, fishing, camping, wildlife viewing, and places to explore. In addition, trout are being stocked in lakes across the state this month, giving anglers many opportunities to get out fishing, and the Nebraska spring archery turkey season begins March 25.

Keep up to date on all cancellations, postponements and closures for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, which are posted on the Commission’s website at OutdoorNebraska.org/healthinfo.

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. – In a proactive state and national effort to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and ensure the health of its customers and staff, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is closing the public crane viewing blind at North River Wildlife Management Area north of Hershey.The Commission aims to protect its staff and customers by removing opportunities for crowds to gather at facilities and events and by maintaining clean areas that are available to the public.A prairie-chicken viewing blind located south of North Platte, is a partnership between the Commission and the Nebraska Cooperative Republican Platte Enhancement (NCORPE, will also be closed for this season to help eliminate opportunities for the virus to be spread.Enjoying the crane migration is available by utilizing several driving routes from North Platte to Hershey. Buffalo Bill Ranch State Recreation Area has a scenic drive-through where cranes can be seen flying across the North Platte River and feeding in the adjacent meadows. Early mornings and late evenings you can watch the cranes fly over the North Platte River at Cody Park in North Platte. The North Platte/Lincoln County Visitors Bureau has a self-guided Sandhill crane driving route brochure, which is available from their office located at 101 Halligan Dr. or online at&nbsp;<a href="http://visitnorthplatte.com/outdoor-recreation/" target="_blank">visitnorthplatte.com/outdoor-recreation/</a>.Nebraska has many state parks, state historical parks, recreation areas and wildlife areas where people can get outside and enjoy nature this spring. These areas offer hiking, biking, fishing, camping, wildlife viewing, and places to explore. In addition, trout are being stocked in lakes across the state this month, giving anglers many opportunities to get out fishing, and the Nebraska spring archery turkey season begins March 25.Keep up to date on all cancellations, postponements and closures for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, which are posted on the Commission’s website at OutdoorNebraska.org/healthinfo.

Game and Parks closing public access to wildlife viewing blinds

Mid-Plains Community College Board of Governors

NPCC North Campus, 1101 Halligan Drive, WW #200, North Platte, Nebraska

McCook Community College-Walsh Brady 215; Ogallala Campus-Room 109; Broken Bow Campus, Room 101

OPEN FORUM (comments from Students, Faculty, Staff, Public and Board)

A copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted and located in the meeting room. If anyone from the public wishes to speak to the Board, they are asked to sign in at the Public Information table. The Board has established rules of procedure for addressing the Board which will be followed, and in order to comply with the provisions of the Nebraska Public Meetings Law, the Board will not immediately respond to or take action on any matter raised during the Open Forum unless the matter is already on the agenda.

Meet the Staff: Dr. Brian Obert-Student Life

Minutes from February 26 Work Session and Regular Meeting

Bills for February in the amount of $2,255,296.92

The Board will consider the bills for February in the amount of $2,255,296.92. Board members that received a reimbursement check will abstain from voting on their respective reimbursements only.

Kent Miller &nbsp; &nbsp; $1,634.19     Check #294438

Full-Time Administrative Assistant for Community Campus

The Board will consider adding a full-time administrative assistant position for the Community Campuses.

The Board will consider bids from food service providers.

The Board will consider landscaping bids for the NPCC South Campus Quad project.&nbsp;

The Board will consider bids for the NPCC South Campus Quad Picnic Shelter.

April- Quarterly Financial Report; CCPE Program Review

June-Institutional Advancement &amp; Grants

November-Auditor's Annual Report (Business Office, Financial Aid)

April 22, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM McCook Community College, MM #213

May 8, Commencement; 10:00 AM MCC; 3:00PM NPCC

May 20, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM North Platte North Campus, WW #200

June 24, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM MT, Ogallala Community Campus

July 22, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM McCook Community College, MM #213

August 26, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM North Platte North Campus, WW #200

September 16, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM North Platte North Campus, WW #200

October 28, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM McCook Community College, MM #213

November 18, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM North Platte North Campus, WW #200

December 16, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM North Platte North Campus, WW #200

If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation while attending the meeting, please contact the President's office at (308) 535-3720 to make arrangements. The Board of Governors reserves the right to adjourn to closed session, if necessary, pursuant to Nebraska Public Meetings Law 84-141. Three days prior to the Board meeting the Public Information Office will provide a detailed explanation of items appearing on the agenda. If a member of the public wishes to address the Board, they should notify the public information officer or the Chair of the Board prior to the start of the Board meeting.&nbsp;

Mid-Plains Community College Board of GovernorsRegular Meeting AgendaMarch 25, 2020, 5:30 PMNPCC North Campus, 1101 Halligan Drive, WW #200, North Platte, NebraskaMcCook Community College-Walsh Brady 215; Ogallala Campus-Room 109; Broken Bow Campus, Room 1011.CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL2.OPEN FORUM (comments from Students, Faculty, Staff, Public and Board)A copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted and located in the meeting room. If anyone from the public wishes to speak to the Board, they are asked to sign in at the Public Information table. The Board has established rules of procedure for addressing the Board which will be followed, and in order to comply with the provisions of the Nebraska Public Meetings Law, the Board will not immediately respond to or take action on any matter raised during the Open Forum unless the matter is already on the agenda.3.INFORMATION ITEMS3.1.Meet the Staff: Dr. Brian Obert-Student Life3.2.Program Scorecard3.3.Capital Improvement Plan3.4.Budget3.5.Review Future Action Items4.CONSENT ITEMS4.1.Minutes from February 26 Work Session and Regular Meeting4.2.Financial Report for February4.3.Faculty Retirement: Kathleen McCune5.ACTIONS REQUIRED BY LAW5.1.Bills for February in the amount of $2,255,296.92The Board will consider the bills for February in the amount of $2,255,296.92. Board members that received a reimbursement check will abstain from voting on their respective reimbursements only.Kent Miller &nbsp; &nbsp; $1,634.19 Check #2944385.2.Full-Time Administrative Assistant for Community CampusThe Board will consider adding a full-time administrative assistant position for the Community Campuses.5.3.Food Service BidThe Board will consider bids from food service providers.5.4.NPCC South Campus LandscapingThe Board will consider landscaping bids for the NPCC South Campus Quad project.&nbsp;5.5.NPCC South Campus Quad Picnic ShelterThe Board will consider bids for the NPCC South Campus Quad Picnic Shelter.6.REPORTS6.1.President's/VP's Report7.CLOSED SESSION7.1.Closed Session (Real Estate)RECONVENE INTO REGULAR MEETING8.ADJOURNMENT9.FUTURE REPORTSApril- Quarterly Financial Report; CCPE Program ReviewMay-CCPE Program ReviewJune-Institutional Advancement &amp; GrantsJuly- Quarterly Financial ReportSeptember-Annual ReportNovember-Auditor's Annual Report (Business Office, Financial Aid)November-Retention &amp; EnrollmentJanuary- Quarterly Financial ReportFebruary-Retention &amp; EnrollmentMarch-Instructional Equipment PlanMarch-Capital Improvement Plan10.UPCOMING MEETINGSApril 22, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM McCook Community College, MM #213May 8, Commencement; 10:00 AM MCC; 3:00PM NPCCMay 20, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM North Platte North Campus, WW #200June 24, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM MT, Ogallala Community CampusJuly 22, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM McCook Community College, MM #213August 26, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM North Platte North Campus, WW #200September 16, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM North Platte North Campus, WW #200October 28, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM McCook Community College, MM #213November 18, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM North Platte North Campus, WW #200December 16, Board Meeting, 6:30 PM North Platte North Campus, WW #200If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation while attending the meeting, please contact the President's office at (308) 535-3720 to make arrangements. The Board of Governors reserves the right to adjourn to closed session, if necessary, pursuant to Nebraska Public Meetings Law 84-141. Three days prior to the Board meeting the Public Information Office will provide a detailed explanation of items appearing on the agenda. If a member of the public wishes to address the Board, they should notify the public information officer or the Chair of the Board prior to the start of the Board meeting.&nbsp;

MPCC Board of Governors regular meeting agenda

A joint news conference was held Friday, March 20, 2020, at the McKinley Education Center with representatives from the West Central District Health Department, North Platte Public School District, North Platte Police Department, North Platte Fire Department, Great Plains Health and area care homes and assisted living facilities.

<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fnorthplattepost%2Fvideos%2F971319983287342%2F&show_text=0&width=560" width="560" height="314" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowTransparency="true" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div>A joint news conference was held Friday, March 20, 2020, at the McKinley Education Center with representatives from the West Central District Health Department, North Platte Public School District, North Platte Police Department, North Platte Fire Department, Great Plains Health and area care homes and assisted living facilities.

VIDEO City of North Platte joint news conference on COVID-19 response

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-A 27-year -old North Platte man was arrested on suspicion of numerous crimes following a 911 hangup call.

According to North Platte Police, at around 11:53 p.m., on March 19, officers responded to a 911 hangup call in the 1000 block of South Tabor Street.

Police say officers arrived on the scene but were unable to get anyone to answer the door.

Police say the officers heard a female voice coming from inside the apartment, sounding distressed.

Based on probable cause, police say officers made entry into the apartment and made contact with a female who was "upset and crying," and William Dimas.

Police say officers observed Dimas holding onto the female before he retreated into a bedroom. Officers were able to detain Dimas, without incident, pending further investigation.

According to police, the female told officers that Dimas was asked to leave the property but refused. She stated that she called 911 for assistance, but hung up.

Police say the victim stated that her actions upset Dimas who then tackled her to the ground, punched her in the head and bit her.

The victim told police that she began screaming for help, but Dimas covered her mouth and nose with his hand, restricting not only her screams but also her breathing.

Police say as the alleged assault took place, a young child was present and witnessed the event.

Officers determined that there was probable cause to arrest Dimas on suspicion of 3rd-degree domestic assault, 1st-degree false imprisonment, strangulation and child abuse.

Dimas was transported to the Lincoln County Detention Center and jailed pending an appearance in County Court.

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-A 27-year -old North Platte man was arrested on suspicion of numerous crimes following a 911 hangup call.According to North Platte Police, at around 11:53 p.m., on March 19, officers responded to a 911 hangup call in the 1000 block of South Tabor Street.Police say officers arrived on the scene but were unable to get anyone to answer the door.Police say the officers heard a female voice coming from inside the apartment, sounding distressed.Based on probable cause, police say officers made entry into the apartment and made contact with a female who was "upset and crying," and William Dimas.Police say officers observed Dimas holding onto the female before he retreated into a bedroom. Officers were able to detain Dimas, without incident, pending further investigation.According to police, the female told officers that Dimas was asked to leave the property but refused. She stated that she called 911 for assistance, but hung up.Police say the victim stated that her actions upset Dimas who then tackled her to the ground, punched her in the head and bit her.The victim told police that she began screaming for help, but Dimas covered her mouth and nose with his hand, restricting not only her screams but also her breathing.Police say as the alleged assault took place, a young child was present and witnessed the event.Officers determined that there was probable cause to arrest Dimas on suspicion of 3rd-degree domestic assault, 1st-degree false imprisonment, strangulation and child abuse.Dimas was transported to the Lincoln County Detention Center and jailed pending an appearance in County Court.

North Platte man accused of assaulting woman with child present

Drive Through Breakfast &amp; Lunch Pickup

NPPSD is providing free pre-packed breakfast and lunch to children 18 years old and younger.

Beginning Wednesday, March 18, 2020, until further notice

Drive Through Location Madison Middle School

1400 N Madison Ave, North Platte, NE 69101

NPPSD is providing free pre-packed food packs to NPPSD children 18 years old and younger.

On Thursdays and Fridays beginning, March 19, 2020, until further notice

Drive Through Location McKinley Education Center

301 West F Street, North Platte, NE 69101

The distribution will be by School and Student Last Name

3:00-4:30 p.m. Lincoln School&nbsp;

8:00 a.m. Jefferson&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

10:00 a.m. Buffalo&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

11:00 Madison&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

1:00 Washington School&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

If your school is not listed and you need food please stop by.2:00-3:30&nbsp;All other families are welcome to come to get packs, we are making extra packs and will distribute what is left.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1584713695209.png" alt="Employees of North Platte Kids Club are assisting with distributing free lunch and breakfast to students in North Platte during the COVID-19 outbreak" />
 <figcaption>Employees of North Platte Kids Club are assisting with distributing free lunch and breakfast to students in North Platte during the COVID-19 outbreak</figcaption>
 </figure>Drive Through Breakfast &amp; Lunch PickupNPPSD is providing free pre-packed breakfast and lunch to children 18 years old and younger.Beginning Wednesday, March 18, 2020, until further notice9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Drive Through Location Madison Middle School1400 N Madison Ave, North Platte, NE 69101Guidelines<ol>
 <li>Breakfast and lunch will be provided in pre-packaged bags for all district children ages 18 and younger Monday through Friday until further notice.</li><li>Pick-up times are from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.</li><li>Children must be in the vehicle to receive their bag of food.</li><li>Enter from Jackson Avenue, which is on the west side of Madison, through the alley, proceed to the loading dock, stop and pick-up bags, exit to 14th&nbsp;street.</li><li>Please do not park and get out of your vehicle.</li><li>Please do not&nbsp;congregate or consume meals on-site.</li>
 </ol>Drive Through Backpack PickupNPPSD is providing free pre-packed food packs to NPPSD children 18 years old and younger.On Thursdays and Fridays beginning, March 19, 2020, until further noticeDrive Through Location McKinley Education Center301 West F Street, North Platte, NE 69101<ol>
 <li>Packs will be provided in pre-packaged bags for all district children ages 18 and younger on Thursdays and Fridays until further notice.</li><li>Pick-up times are listed below by school and last name.</li><li>Limit of two packs per vehicle.</li><li>Enter from F street and circle in front of the McKinley Education Center.&nbsp; Stop at the designated area, pick up your pack, then exit by turning left on Sycamore.</li><li>Please do not park and/ or get out of your vehicle.</li><li>Please do not&nbsp;congregate or consume meals on-site.</li>
 </ol>The distribution will be by School and Student Last NameBackpack Distribution for 3/19/20&nbsp;2:00 p.m. Cody SchoolA-M 2:00-2:30N-Z 2:30-3:003:00-4:30 p.m. Lincoln School&nbsp;A-M 3:00-3:45N-Z 3:45-4:30Backpack Distribution for 3/20/208:00 a.m. Jefferson&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A-M 8:00-9:00N-Z&nbsp; 9:00-10:0010:00 a.m. Buffalo&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A-M 10:00-10:30N-Z&nbsp; 10:30-11:0011:00 Madison&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A-M 11:00-11:30N-Z&nbsp; 11:30-12:00&nbsp;12:00 Adams School&nbsp;A-M 12:00-12:30&nbsp;N-Z 12:30-1:001:00 Washington School&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A-M 1:00-1:30N-Z 1:30-2:00If your school is not listed and you need food please stop by.2:00-3:30&nbsp;All other families are welcome to come to get packs, we are making extra packs and will distribute what is left.

NPPSD continues to offer free breakfast, lunch and drive-thru backpack program

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (AP) - Interstate 80 remains closed from the Wyoming state line to North Platte following the winter storm that howled through the area, officials said.

The wind-whipped snow made travel hazardous and stranded travelers and truckers.

Westbound U.S. Highway 30 also is closed from the state line to Ogallala and to westbound traffic from North Platte. The state Transportation Department also reported other roadway closures, including U.S. Highway 385 and Nebraska Highway 71.

The National Weather Service has ended its blizzard warning and is forecasting mostly sunny skies with wind gusts to 20 mph (32.2 kph) in the area.

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (AP) - Interstate 80 remains closed from the Wyoming state line to North Platte following the winter storm that howled through the area, officials said.The wind-whipped snow made travel hazardous and stranded travelers and truckers.Westbound U.S. Highway 30 also is closed from the state line to Ogallala and to westbound traffic from North Platte. The state Transportation Department also reported other roadway closures, including U.S. Highway 385 and Nebraska Highway 71.The National Weather Service has ended its blizzard warning and is forecasting mostly sunny skies with wind gusts to 20 mph (32.2 kph) in the area.

Interstate 80, other roadways remain closed after storm

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Four more cases of COVID-19 have been identified in three counties, bring the Nebraska total to 32, a state agency said.

One involves a Nemaha County man in his 60s who had recently traveled to Colorado, the state Health and Human Services Department said Thursday. He's in isolation at home. Another case is of a Sarpy County man who has underlying health issues. He's being treated in a hospital.

The two other people live in western Nebraska's Lincoln County. One is a woman in her 40s who recently traveled to Colorado. She's in isolation at home. The other person is a 20-something man who was in close contact with a person who already has tested positive. The person in the new case also is in isolation at home.

For most people, the coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.

Federal court officials in Nebraska also announced on Friday that the courts will extend a moratorium on jury trials and grand juries until at least May 1.

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Four more cases of COVID-19 have been identified in three counties, bring the Nebraska total to 32, a state agency said.One involves a Nemaha County man in his 60s who had recently traveled to Colorado, the state Health and Human Services Department said Thursday. He's in isolation at home. Another case is of a Sarpy County man who has underlying health issues. He's being treated in a hospital.The two other people live in western Nebraska's Lincoln County. One is a woman in her 40s who recently traveled to Colorado. She's in isolation at home. The other person is a 20-something man who was in close contact with a person who already has tested positive. The person in the new case also is in isolation at home.For most people, the coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.Federal court officials in Nebraska also announced on Friday that the courts will extend a moratorium on jury trials and grand juries until at least May 1.

State: New COVID-19 cases include 2 more in western Nebraska

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-West Central District Health Department has
identified two new positive cases of COVID-19. This brings the total
to three confirmed positive cases in Lincoln County. The cases do not
indicate community-spread at this time.

The
first case is a woman in her 40s that had been traveling in Colorado
when she became ill. She is currently self-isolating at home. 


The
other Lincoln County case is a male in his 20s that was in close
contact with an individual who previously tested positive for
COVID-19. 


West
Central District Health Department has begun the contact
investigation to determine those that may have been exposed. 



“Our focus right now is to complete the contact investigations and
to protect the health of the community,” said Shannon Vanderheiden
executive director of WCDHD.  “We want to continue to remind
everyone that the best way to stop the spread of this virus is to
stay at home if you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19
infection.

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Public health officials would like to remind
everyone that if you have a fever of over 100.4 or symptoms of
respiratory illness, please self-isolate and contact your healthcare
provider or your local health department.

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-West Central District Health Department has
identified two new positive cases of COVID-19. This brings the total
to three confirmed positive cases in Lincoln County. The cases do not
indicate community-spread at this time.The
first case is a woman in her 40s that had been traveling in Colorado
when she became ill. She is currently self-isolating at home. 
The
other Lincoln County case is a male in his 20s that was in close
contact with an individual who previously tested positive for
COVID-19. 
West
Central District Health Department has begun the contact
investigation to determine those that may have been exposed. 

“Our focus right now is to complete the contact investigations and
to protect the health of the community,” said Shannon Vanderheiden
executive director of WCDHD. “We want to continue to remind
everyone that the best way to stop the spread of this virus is to
stay at home if you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19
infection.<a></a>
Public health officials would like to remind
everyone that if you have a fever of over 100.4 or symptoms of
respiratory illness, please self-isolate and contact your healthcare
provider or your local health department.

2 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Lincoln County

LINCOLN –&nbsp;Today, Governor Pete Ricketts issued an executive order to provide relief to restaurants and bars as they continue to serve Nebraskans during the coronavirus 2019 disease (COVID-19) pandemic. &nbsp;In keeping with federal guidelines, the State of Nebraska has issued guidance that restaurants and bars are currently limited to 10 patrons as part of a nationwide social distancing effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. &nbsp;

On March 19th, the State of Nebraska directed restaurants and bars in Cass, Douglas, Sarpy, and Washington counties to close their dining / seating areas and move to takeout, carry-out, or delivery only.&nbsp; This action came after the Douglas County Public Health Department reported its second case of COVID-19 that officials could not trace to its origin (commonly known as a “community spread” case).

The Governor’s executive order will permit restaurants and bars statewide greater flexibility to serve Nebraskans during the current public health emergency.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Liquor Licensing –&nbsp;Establishments such as pizza parlors (Class A license holders) will be able to sell beer to customers on take-out or delivery orders.&nbsp; Restaurants (Class I license holders) will be able to sell beer, wine, and spirits to customers placing take-out or delivery orders.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sale of Alcohol&nbsp;–&nbsp;To encourage social distancing, restaurants and bars will be permitted to sell alcohol on drive-thru or curbside orders without customers having to exit their motor vehicles.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Temporary Operating Permits –&nbsp;Temporary operating permits will be extended from 90 to 180 days.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Waiver of Excise Tax Penalties&nbsp;–&nbsp;Excise tax payees still have the duty to file and pay the excise tax according to statute.&nbsp; However, the executive order will waive penalties for late payments.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Payment of wine and spirit deliveries –&nbsp;Under normal circumstances, wine and spirit deliveries must be paid within 30 days.&nbsp; The executive order will give restaurants and bars 90 days to pay for wine and spirit deliveries for the duration of the COVID-19 emergency. &nbsp;The requirement that beer deliveries be paid upon delivery is not changed.

Complete text of the executive order is available by&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dropbox.com%2Fs%2Fk039bk8w0kwudzc%2FEX%252020-06%2520-%2520Relief%2520for%2520Restaurant%2520and%2520Bar%2520Operations.pdf%3Fdl%3D0&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ctaylor.gage%40nebraska.gov%7Cf6ad92a83b004f067b2808d7cc66f974%7C043207dfe6894bf6902001038f11f0b1%7C0%7C0%7C637202614954533636&amp;sdata=NZHP7zt%2FyOvwkhh4dZDFIzvureWOs5JoojpXRl3R7e8%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">clicking here</a>.

LINCOLN –&nbsp;Today, Governor Pete Ricketts issued an executive order to provide relief to restaurants and bars as they continue to serve Nebraskans during the coronavirus 2019 disease (COVID-19) pandemic. &nbsp;In keeping with federal guidelines, the State of Nebraska has issued guidance that restaurants and bars are currently limited to 10 patrons as part of a nationwide social distancing effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. &nbsp;On March 19th, the State of Nebraska directed restaurants and bars in Cass, Douglas, Sarpy, and Washington counties to close their dining / seating areas and move to takeout, carry-out, or delivery only.&nbsp; This action came after the Douglas County Public Health Department reported its second case of COVID-19 that officials could not trace to its origin (commonly known as a “community spread” case).The Governor’s executive order will permit restaurants and bars statewide greater flexibility to serve Nebraskans during the current public health emergency.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Liquor Licensing –&nbsp;Establishments such as pizza parlors (Class A license holders) will be able to sell beer to customers on take-out or delivery orders.&nbsp; Restaurants (Class I license holders) will be able to sell beer, wine, and spirits to customers placing take-out or delivery orders.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sale of Alcohol&nbsp;–&nbsp;To encourage social distancing, restaurants and bars will be permitted to sell alcohol on drive-thru or curbside orders without customers having to exit their motor vehicles.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Temporary Operating Permits –&nbsp;Temporary operating permits will be extended from 90 to 180 days.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Waiver of Excise Tax Penalties&nbsp;–&nbsp;Excise tax payees still have the duty to file and pay the excise tax according to statute.&nbsp; However, the executive order will waive penalties for late payments.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Payment of wine and spirit deliveries –&nbsp;Under normal circumstances, wine and spirit deliveries must be paid within 30 days.&nbsp; The executive order will give restaurants and bars 90 days to pay for wine and spirit deliveries for the duration of the COVID-19 emergency. &nbsp;The requirement that beer deliveries be paid upon delivery is not changed.Complete text of the executive order is available by&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dropbox.com%2Fs%2Fk039bk8w0kwudzc%2FEX%252020-06%2520-%2520Relief%2520for%2520Restaurant%2520and%2520Bar%2520Operations.pdf%3Fdl%3D0&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ctaylor.gage%40nebraska.gov%7Cf6ad92a83b004f067b2808d7cc66f974%7C043207dfe6894bf6902001038f11f0b1%7C0%7C0%7C637202614954533636&amp;sdata=NZHP7zt%2FyOvwkhh4dZDFIzvureWOs5JoojpXRl3R7e8%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">clicking here</a>.

Gov. Ricketts issues executive order to provide relief to restaurants and bars during COVID-19 emergency  

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) - Nebraska lawmakers may be returning to the Capitol on Monday to approve emergency aid for state agencies that are responding to the new coronavirus pandemic.

Speaker of the Legislature Jim Scheer said he expects to decide Friday afternoon whether to temporarily resume the session.

He said he'll decide after a legislative briefing with the governor's office to discuss the new funding requests. He said he wants to ensure there's enough agreement in the Legislature to pass the emergency funding before he makes the call.

If lawmakers convene on Monday, they would need to check in on Tuesday and Wednesday as well to fulfill the procedural requirements to approve the funding, Scheer said. He said the emergency funding would be the only item on the legislative agenda, and once it's approved, lawmakers would adjourn again until further notice.

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) - Nebraska lawmakers may be returning to the Capitol on Monday to approve emergency aid for state agencies that are responding to the new coronavirus pandemic.Speaker of the Legislature Jim Scheer said he expects to decide Friday afternoon whether to temporarily resume the session.He said he'll decide after a legislative briefing with the governor's office to discuss the new funding requests. He said he wants to ensure there's enough agreement in the Legislature to pass the emergency funding before he makes the call.If lawmakers convene on Monday, they would need to check in on Tuesday and Wednesday as well to fulfill the procedural requirements to approve the funding, Scheer said. He said the emergency funding would be the only item on the legislative agenda, and once it's approved, lawmakers would adjourn again until further notice.

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