Nebraska Department of Transportation

(McCook, Neb.) — Weather permitting, work will begin March 18 on N-18, on the bridge at reference post 0.35, over Medicine Creek just south of Curtis and the bridge at reference post 10.75, over Medicine Creek just east of Stockville, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.

Simons Contractors, Inc. of North Platte is the contractor for this project. Work includes bridge replacement, grading, asphalt overlay, earth shoulder construction, and seeding. Traffic will be maintained with lane restrictions, temporary traffic signals for bridge work, and pilot car and flaggers. A 10-foot width restriction will be in effect at the bridges for the duration of the project. Anticipated completion is June 2025.

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

Nebraska Department of Transportation(McCook, Neb.) — Weather permitting, work will begin March 18 on N-18, on the bridge at reference post 0.35, over Medicine Creek just south of Curtis and the bridge at reference post 10.75, over Medicine Creek just east of Stockville, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.Simons Contractors, Inc. of North Platte is the contractor for this project. Work includes bridge replacement, grading, asphalt overlay, earth shoulder construction, and seeding. Traffic will be maintained with lane restrictions, temporary traffic signals for bridge work, and pilot car and flaggers. A 10-foot width restriction will be in effect at the bridges for the duration of the project. Anticipated completion is June 2025.Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones down.

Work Will Begin on N-18, East of Stockville and South of Curtis

Post News Director Canon Rath had the opportunity to talk with Marcus Vigil, a local fighter for Midwest Championship Fighting about the upcoming St. Paddy's Beatdown on Saturday, March 16th. If you would like to purchase tickets, <a href="https://events.humanitix.com/mcf-26-st-paddy-s-beatdown-xii/tickets">click here.&nbsp;The fight is at the D&amp;N Event with doors opening at 4:30pm and fights start at 6:00pm.</a>

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;Post News Director Canon Rath had the opportunity to talk with Marcus Vigil, a local fighter for Midwest Championship Fighting about the upcoming St. Paddy's Beatdown on Saturday, March 16th. If you would like to purchase tickets, <a href="https://events.humanitix.com/mcf-26-st-paddy-s-beatdown-xii/tickets">click here.&nbsp;The fight is at the D&amp;N Event with doors opening at 4:30pm and fights start at 6:00pm.</a><div><iframe title="(Audio) Midwest Championship Fighter Marcus Vigil talk about upcoming St. Paddy's Beatdown" 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=yqwb2-15ae5fa-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><figure>
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(Audio) Midwest Championship Fighter Marcus Vigil talk about upcoming St. Paddy's Beatdown

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This information is not a criminal history. Criminal charges are often dropped or reduced. All individuals included in this post are presumed innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. The North Platte Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. Any person who believes information provided is not accurate may submit a complaint to admin@northplattepost.com.</div>

The Hot Sheets: March 15th, 2024

March 14, 2024 (Grand Island, Neb.) — Weather permitting, work will begin March 20 on I-80 from reference post 254+80 to reference post 263+70 in Dawson and Buffalo Counties, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.

Koss Construction Company of Topeka, Kan. is the contractor for this project. Work will consist of full depth concrete replacement of I-80 in both directions of travel, four bridge widening and re-decks, and a box culvert will be built to replace two bridges. At US-183 and the Elm Creek Interchange there will be concrete repair work, and the Elm Creek ramps will be replaced up to the gore.

Traffic will be maintained in a head-to-head configuration using temporary traffic control devices in the westbound lanes while the eastbound lanes are being constructed during the 2024 construction season and vice versa during the 2025 construction season. A 12-foot width restriction will be enforced throughout the project. Anticipated completion is Spring 2026.

Nebraska Department of TransportationMarch 14, 2024 (Grand Island, Neb.) — Weather permitting, work will begin March 20 on I-80 from reference post 254+80 to reference post 263+70 in Dawson and Buffalo Counties, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.Koss Construction Company of Topeka, Kan. is the contractor for this project. Work will consist of full depth concrete replacement of I-80 in both directions of travel, four bridge widening and re-decks, and a box culvert will be built to replace two bridges. At US-183 and the Elm Creek Interchange there will be concrete repair work, and the Elm Creek ramps will be replaced up to the gore.Traffic will be maintained in a head-to-head configuration using temporary traffic control devices in the westbound lanes while the eastbound lanes are being constructed during the 2024 construction season and vice versa during the 2025 construction season. A 12-foot width restriction will be enforced throughout the project. Anticipated completion is Spring 2026.Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones down.

Road work to resume on I-80 near Lexington, bridge work to begin in Elm Creek

North Platte Community College hosted 290 students from 13 area middle schools Thursday as part of the Expanding Your Horizons Conference.

The students spent the day listening to speakers and participating in hands-on-activities designed to generate interest in a variety of fields, including horticulture, computer coding, physical therapy, outdoor education, pharmacy and kitchen bath and design among others. Sessions were led by volunteers from 31 businesses.

Lori Bergman, owner of Double Dips Ice Creamery, in North Platte, served as the keynote speaker. She encouraged the students to believe in themselves and follow their passions.

“Always know that you are capable of anything you set your mind to,” Bergman said. “No matter what your dream is, I urge you to take the risk. If your dream doesn’t scare you - you aren’t dreaming big enough.”

The following schools were represented: Adams, Broken Bow, Callaway, Eustis-Farnam, Gothenburg, McCook, Mullen, Ogallala, Paxton, St. Pat’s, Sutherland, Wallace and Wauneta-Palisade.

Heather JohnsonNPCCNorth Platte Community College hosted 290 students from 13 area middle schools Thursday as part of the Expanding Your Horizons Conference.The students spent the day listening to speakers and participating in hands-on-activities designed to generate interest in a variety of fields, including horticulture, computer coding, physical therapy, outdoor education, pharmacy and kitchen bath and design among others. Sessions were led by volunteers from 31 businesses.Lori Bergman, owner of Double Dips Ice Creamery, in North Platte, served as the keynote speaker. She encouraged the students to believe in themselves and follow their passions.“Always know that you are capable of anything you set your mind to,” Bergman said. “No matter what your dream is, I urge you to take the risk. If your dream doesn’t scare you - you aren’t dreaming big enough.”The following schools were represented: Adams, Broken Bow, Callaway, Eustis-Farnam, Gothenburg, McCook, Mullen, Ogallala, Paxton, St. Pat’s, Sutherland, Wallace and Wauneta-Palisade.

EYH Conference offers middle school students a look at career options

Joint statement from Mike Hilgers and Tom Briese

Tax season is in full swing, along with tax scams. According to the IRS, thousands of people have lost millions of dollars and their personal information to tax scams, often through a surge in email, phishing, and malware schemes.

Scammers have become sophisticated at sending messages that look like official documents from the IRS, state agencies, state officials, tax software companies, or your own tax professional. They may copy language, logos, or fonts from the IRS to make it look as legitimate as possible. These scammers are seeking to steal personally identifiable information from your official tax documents.

Popular tax scams may include messages about tax refunds or statements. They may contain a copy of the official IRS seal, leading you to click on links to check your “tax refund statement” or “fill out a form to get your refund.” These links may lead to identity theft or malware on your devices that could give scammers further access to your personal data.

It is important to note that the IRS will not contact you by email, text message, or social media to get your personal information. Take extreme caution if you get an unsolicited contact about your tax information.

Another frequently reported tax scam involves imposters pretending they’re calling from the IRS. They claim that you owe taxes and demand you pay right now, usually through payment methods that are hard to reverse, like a gift card, prepaid debit card, wire transfer, or cashier’s check.

Even if your caller ID shows it is the IRS calling, it could be a scammer. The IRS will always contact you by mail first. The IRS will also not require a specific type of payment.

For more information on this and other forms of consumer fraud and scams, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://protectthegoodlife.nebraska.gov/" target="_blank">ProtectTheGoodLife.Nebraska.gov</a>&nbsp;or call the Consumer Affairs Response Team at 402-471-2682.

Joint statement from Mike Hilgers and Tom BrieseTax season is in full swing, along with tax scams. According to the IRS, thousands of people have lost millions of dollars and their personal information to tax scams, often through a surge in email, phishing, and malware schemes.Scammers have become sophisticated at sending messages that look like official documents from the IRS, state agencies, state officials, tax software companies, or your own tax professional. They may copy language, logos, or fonts from the IRS to make it look as legitimate as possible. These scammers are seeking to steal personally identifiable information from your official tax documents.Popular tax scams may include messages about tax refunds or statements. They may contain a copy of the official IRS seal, leading you to click on links to check your “tax refund statement” or “fill out a form to get your refund.” These links may lead to identity theft or malware on your devices that could give scammers further access to your personal data.It is important to note that the IRS will not contact you by email, text message, or social media to get your personal information. Take extreme caution if you get an unsolicited contact about your tax information.If someone does reach out:<ul>
 <li>Never click on any links. Doing so can put malware on your computer or phone, letting scammers steal from you.</li><li>Check the status of any pending refund directly with the IRS on their official website. Visit Where’s My Refund (<a href="https://www.irs.gov/wheres-my-refund" target="_blank">https://www.irs.gov/wheres-my-refund</a>) to see if you’re really getting a refund.</li>
 </ul>Another frequently reported tax scam involves imposters pretending they’re calling from the IRS. They claim that you owe taxes and demand you pay right now, usually through payment methods that are hard to reverse, like a gift card, prepaid debit card, wire transfer, or cashier’s check.Even if your caller ID shows it is the IRS calling, it could be a scammer. The IRS will always contact you by mail first. The IRS will also not require a specific type of payment.If someone does call:<ul>
 <li>Don’t give the caller information such as your financial or other personal information.</li><li>Hang up.</li><li>Contact the IRS directly. If you think you may owe back taxes, call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or visit&nbsp;<a href="http://irs.gov/balancedue" target="_blank">irs.gov/balancedue</a>.</li>
 </ul>For more information on this and other forms of consumer fraud and scams, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://protectthegoodlife.nebraska.gov/" target="_blank">ProtectTheGoodLife.Nebraska.gov</a>&nbsp;or call the Consumer Affairs Response Team at 402-471-2682.

Attorney General Hilgers and State Treasurer Briese Warn Nebraskans about Tax-Related Scams

Lincoln, NE – March 14, 2024 – Two big jackpots are up for grabs in the next Mega Millions® and Powerball® drawings. Because of these high jackpots, the Nebraska Lottery reminds customers to set spending and time limits.

A string of drawings without a jackpot winner has grown the estimated Mega Millions jackpot to its highest level since December 2023. There have been 27 consecutive drawings since December 12 without a jackpot winner. This run has grown the estimated jackpot for the Friday, March 15 drawing to $792 million or $381.8 million with the cash option selected. This is the 6th largest jackpot in Mega Millions history.

Powerball has also seen its jackpot grow over the last few months. There have been 31 drawings since January 3 without a jackpot winner. The estimated jackpot for the Saturday, March 16 drawing is $600 million or $293.4 million with the cash option selected.

The dual jackpot runs have produced some large Nebraska winners.

The largest Mega Millions jackpot on record occurred in August 2023 when one winner in Florida won a $1.602 billion jackpot. The largest Powerball jackpot on record occurred in November 2022 when one winner in California won a $2.040 billion jackpot.

Because of the high jackpots, the Nebraska Lottery encourages customers to play within their means. “It’s important for Nebraska Lottery players to remember that no matter how large the jackpot is, the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 302 million, and the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292 million,” said Lottery Director Brian Rockey. “Your odds of winning remain the same, regardless of how many tickets are purchased or how many people play.” If you or someone you know has a problem with gambling, free help is available at&nbsp;<a>problemgambling.nebraska.gov</a>.

The mission of the Nebraska Lottery is to generate proceeds for good causes while providing quality entertainment options to Nebraskans. Over $965 million has been raised for the Nebraska Lottery’s beneficiary funds since the Lottery began in 1993. All 93 counties in N

Neil WatsonNebraska LotteryLincoln, NE – March 14, 2024 – Two big jackpots are up for grabs in the next Mega Millions® and Powerball® drawings. Because of these high jackpots, the Nebraska Lottery reminds customers to set spending and time limits.A string of drawings without a jackpot winner has grown the estimated Mega Millions jackpot to its highest level since December 2023. There have been 27 consecutive drawings since December 12 without a jackpot winner. This run has grown the estimated jackpot for the Friday, March 15 drawing to $792 million or $381.8 million with the cash option selected. This is the 6th largest jackpot in Mega Millions history.Powerball has also seen its jackpot grow over the last few months. There have been 31 drawings since January 3 without a jackpot winner. The estimated jackpot for the Saturday, March 16 drawing is $600 million or $293.4 million with the cash option selected.The dual jackpot runs have produced some large Nebraska winners.<ul>
 <li>A $10,000 Mega Millions winning ticket for the March 1 drawing was sold at Fas Mart #550, 11919 Fort St, Omaha.</li><li>A $50,000 Powerball winning ticket for the February 10 drawing was sold at Hy-Vee Fast &amp; Fresh #5, 7930 Cass St, Omaha.</li><li>A $10,000 Mega Millions winning ticket for the February 9 drawing was sold at Sackers, 105 S First St, Hay Springs.</li><li>A $10,000 Mega Millions winning ticket for the February 6 drawing was sold at Casey's #3817, 18280 Wright St, Omaha.</li><li>A $10,000 Mega Millions winning ticket for the February 6 drawing was sold at Hy-Vee Food Store #1185, 840 E 23rd St, Fremont.</li><li>A $50,000 Powerball winning ticket for the February 3 drawing was sold at Stop N Shop #8, 8511 S 33rd St, Lincoln.</li>
 </ul>The largest Mega Millions jackpot on record occurred in August 2023 when one winner in Florida won a $1.602 billion jackpot. The largest Powerball jackpot on record occurred in November 2022 when one winner in California won a $2.040 billion jackpot.Bet CarefulBecause of the high jackpots, the Nebraska Lottery encourages customers to play within their means. “It’s important for Nebraska Lottery players to remember that no matter how large the jackpot is, the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 302 million, and the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292 million,” said Lottery Director Brian Rockey. “Your odds of winning remain the same, regardless of how many tickets are purchased or how many people play.” If you or someone you know has a problem with gambling, free help is available at&nbsp;<a>problemgambling.nebraska.gov</a>.The mission of the Nebraska Lottery is to generate proceeds for good causes while providing quality entertainment options to Nebraskans. Over $965 million has been raised for the Nebraska Lottery’s beneficiary funds since the Lottery began in 1993. All 93 counties in N

Mega Millions® Jackpot 6th Largest Ever

STATEWIDE-&nbsp;Over 150 volunteers will be mobilizing in communities across the state on Saturday to continue fighting for medical cannabis access. Supporters are hosting over 50 petition signing events in over 30 cities and towns on Saturday, March 16th. They are calling the event “Shamrock Signing Saturday”.

NMM is leading the effort to place two statutory medical cannabis initiatives on the ballot before voters this November. Supporters need to collect 87,000 verified voter signatures on each petition by July 3, 2024.&nbsp; Additionally, they are required to qualify 38 counties with signatures from at least 5% of the counties voter population.

Nebraska families and patients with severe and debilitating illnesses called on state lawmakers to enact a compassionate cannabis policy for over ten years before they decided to go to the ballot. The campaign collected more than enough signatures in 2020, but were later tossed from the ballot after a legal challenge. In 2022, the death of their financial backers forced them to run a fully grassroots campaign where they came up 8,000 signatures short.

“Nebraskans across the state overwhelmingly support medical cannabis access. Most recent polling shows at least 70% approval statewide, including a majority of every demographic group and all political affiliations. We will not stop until every suffering Nebraskan has the option of medical cannabis, and that success will come when people have the chance to vote on this in November,” said NMM Campaign Manager Crista Eggers.

A list of signing locations is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://nebraskamarijuana.org/events" target="_blank">www.nebraskamarijuana.org/shamrocksigning.</a>

Crista EggersSTATEWIDE-&nbsp;Over 150 volunteers will be mobilizing in communities across the state on Saturday to continue fighting for medical cannabis access. Supporters are hosting over 50 petition signing events in over 30 cities and towns on Saturday, March 16th. They are calling the event “Shamrock Signing Saturday”.NMM is leading the effort to place two statutory medical cannabis initiatives on the ballot before voters this November. Supporters need to collect 87,000 verified voter signatures on each petition by July 3, 2024.&nbsp; Additionally, they are required to qualify 38 counties with signatures from at least 5% of the counties voter population.Nebraska families and patients with severe and debilitating illnesses called on state lawmakers to enact a compassionate cannabis policy for over ten years before they decided to go to the ballot. The campaign collected more than enough signatures in 2020, but were later tossed from the ballot after a legal challenge. In 2022, the death of their financial backers forced them to run a fully grassroots campaign where they came up 8,000 signatures short.“Nebraskans across the state overwhelmingly support medical cannabis access. Most recent polling shows at least 70% approval statewide, including a majority of every demographic group and all political affiliations. We will not stop until every suffering Nebraskan has the option of medical cannabis, and that success will come when people have the chance to vote on this in November,” said NMM Campaign Manager Crista Eggers.A list of signing locations is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://nebraskamarijuana.org/events" target="_blank">www.nebraskamarijuana.org/shamrocksigning.</a>

MEDICAL CANNABIS BALLOT INITIATIVE HOSTS STATEWIDE SIGNING EVENT ON SATURDAY

Parents will be able to learn about upcoming offerings for children during a Youth Summer Sign-Up Day April 2. Activities are scheduled for 3:45-6 p.m. at the North Platte Recreation Center.

The event is designed as a “one-stop shop” to save parents time and effort by bringing local youth organizations under one roof to promote their programs.

Approximately 20 organizations from the North Platte area will be on hand to provide details and answer questions about their summer events.&nbsp;

The Sign-Up Day is a joint effort of Mid-Plains Community College, the North Platte Public Schools Foundation and the North Platte Recreation Center.

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 </figure>Heather JohnsonMPCCParents will be able to learn about upcoming offerings for children during a Youth Summer Sign-Up Day April 2. Activities are scheduled for 3:45-6 p.m. at the North Platte Recreation Center.The event is designed as a “one-stop shop” to save parents time and effort by bringing local youth organizations under one roof to promote their programs.Approximately 20 organizations from the North Platte area will be on hand to provide details and answer questions about their summer events.&nbsp;The Sign-Up Day is a joint effort of Mid-Plains Community College, the North Platte Public Schools Foundation and the North Platte Recreation Center.

Youth Summer Sign-Up Day will be April 2 in North Platte

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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 14th, 2024

Nebraska Broadcasters Association Foundation

Omaha, NE: The Nebraska Broadcasters Association Foundation (NBAF) is awarding $1,000.00 scholarships to four Nebraska high school seniors with plans to earn a broadcasting-related degree and aspirations to work in broadcasting.&nbsp; Applications were reviewed by a panel of NBA board members, resulting in the following students earning a scholarship:&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tucker Knauss,&nbsp;Lexington High School.&nbsp; Tucker will attend the University of Nebraska – Lincoln to pursue a degree in Electrical Engineering;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mitchell Brandt, Kearney High School.&nbsp; Mitchell will attend the University of Nebraska – Lincoln to pursue a degree in Broadcasting and Sports Media.

Hudson Carrico, Papillion La Vista High School.&nbsp; Hudson will attend the University of Nebraska – Lincoln to pursue a major in Meteorology with a minor in Broadcast Media.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cassie Schlautman, Lincoln Pius X High School.&nbsp; Cassie will attend the University of Nebraska – Lincoln to pursue a degree in Journalism and Film Production.&nbsp;&nbsp;

NBA Board Chairperson Shannon Booth, Vice President/General Manager of the Gray Media Group TV stations in Lincoln, Hastings and Grand Island, said: “These students are the future! We’re proud to acknowledge and reward their interest in our industry. Supporting students through scholarships is one way we live out the NBA mission of building the next generation or broadcasters. Radio and TV stations in Nebraska will always be looking for good, local talent and educating these students is key. On behalf of the NBA Board of Directors, we say congratulations and well done!”&nbsp;

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

Nebraska Broadcasters Association FoundationOmaha, NE: The Nebraska Broadcasters Association Foundation (NBAF) is awarding $1,000.00 scholarships to four Nebraska high school seniors with plans to earn a broadcasting-related degree and aspirations to work in broadcasting.&nbsp; Applications were reviewed by a panel of NBA board members, resulting in the following students earning a scholarship:&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Mitchell Brandt, Kearney High School.&nbsp; Mitchell will attend the University of Nebraska – Lincoln to pursue a degree in Broadcasting and Sports Media.<figure>
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 </figure>Cassie Schlautman, Lincoln Pius X High School.&nbsp; Cassie will attend the University of Nebraska – Lincoln to pursue a degree in Journalism and Film Production.&nbsp;&nbsp;NBA Board Chairperson Shannon Booth, Vice President/General Manager of the Gray Media Group TV stations in Lincoln, Hastings and Grand Island, said: “These students are the future! We’re proud to acknowledge and reward their interest in our industry. Supporting students through scholarships is one way we live out the NBA mission of building the next generation or broadcasters. Radio and TV stations in Nebraska will always be looking for good, local talent and educating these students is key. On behalf of the NBA Board of Directors, we say congratulations and well done!”&nbsp;The NBAF also offers scholarships to assist students enrolled in radio and/or television broadcasting or broadcast journalism educational programs at designated colleges and universities in Nebraska.&nbsp; Over $300,000 in scholarships have been awarded by the NBA and NBAF since the NBA first began a scholarship program in 1977.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

NBA Foundation Announces 2024 High School Senior Scholarship Recipients

NORTH PLATTE -&nbsp;The North Platte Police Department Vehicle and Bicycle auction will be Sunday March 17th, 2024. Gates will open for viewing at 11:00AM, bicycles will sell at 11:30AM, and vehicles will sell at 1:00PM. The auction will be held at the North Platte Police Impound lot located at 1801 East 12th Street. The event was rescheduled from last weekend.

Check out below to see the full listing of vehicles.

North Platte Police DepartmentNORTH PLATTE -&nbsp;The North Platte Police Department Vehicle and Bicycle auction will be Sunday March 17th, 2024. Gates will open for viewing at 11:00AM, bicycles will sell at 11:30AM, and vehicles will sell at 1:00PM. The auction will be held at the North Platte Police Impound lot located at 1801 East 12th Street. The event was rescheduled from last weekend.Check out below to see the full listing of vehicles.<figure>
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Vehicle and Bicycle auction this Sunday in North Platte

&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is teaming up with the National Highway Safety Traffic Safety Administration to remind drivers to designate a sober driver or use ride share if they are planning on celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with alcohol. 

 According to NHSTA, forty-seven people were killed in drunk driving crashes in 2021, nation-wide.  Additional officers from the North Platte Police Department will be on the street during the St. Patrick’s Day celebration and their primary focus will be taking impaired drivers off the road.&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Platte Police Department&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is teaming up with the National Highway Safety Traffic Safety Administration to remind drivers to designate a sober driver or use ride share if they are planning on celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with alcohol. According to NHSTA, forty-seven people were killed in drunk driving crashes in 2021, nation-wide. Additional officers from the North Platte Police Department will be on the street during the St. Patrick’s Day celebration and their primary focus will be taking impaired drivers off the road.&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Platte Police Department to have extra officers on patrol during St. Patrick's Day

UNL Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources

Lincoln, Neb., March. 12, 2024 —The Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln has announced the recipients of scholarships for the 2024-25 academic year. The one-time scholarships will be awarded to over 100 students totaling $189,000 for the ensuing academic year.

The Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program was established in 2010 as a gift from the Paul and Virginia Engler Foundation. The mission of the program is to embolden people on the courageous pursuit of their purpose through the art and practice of entrepreneurship. The program offers an academic minor while serving as an intersection in which students from a diverse array of majors and business interests can come together in pursuit of the American Dream.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Incoming Freshman Scholarship Winners:Amherst:&nbsp; Breanna Bosshamer

Aurora:&nbsp; Morgan Bonifas, Marshall Humphrey

Blair:&nbsp; Rylan Blattert, Alexis Warner

Columbus:&nbsp; Matthew Kinnison, Isaac Stromberg

Gothenburg: Braeden Anderson, Elissa Foley

Kearney:&nbsp; Gage Fryda, Alyvia Shultz-Ramer

North Platte:&nbsp; Ceidan Childears

West Point:&nbsp; Sydney Hutchinson, Gavin Kreikemeier

Continuing Student Scholarship Winners:

Adams:&nbsp; Trevor Parde, sophomore

Ainsworth:&nbsp;&nbsp; Libby Wilkins, junior

Albion:&nbsp;&nbsp;Braden Benes, Carson Maricle, juniors

Azle, TX:&nbsp;&nbsp;Kaytlynn Lemley, junior

Bassett: Brooklyn Buell, sophomore; Jaya Nelson, junior; Jillian Buell, senior

Belvidere:&nbsp; JessaLynn Hudson, sophomore

Berthoud, CO:&nbsp;&nbsp;Kace Thoren, senior

Brainard, MN:&nbsp;&nbsp;Addison Hillman, junior

Cedar Rapids:&nbsp;&nbsp;Paul VanDeWalle, senior

Cozad:&nbsp; Sarah Treffer, sophomore

Eddyville:&nbsp; Adilyn McFarland, sophomore

Franklin:&nbsp;&nbsp;Kristen Herrick, senior

Fremont:&nbsp;&nbsp;Evan Hartman, sophomore; Adelaide Witte, junior

Ft Lupton, CO:&nbsp;&nbsp;Dominic Gittlein, senior

Genoa:&nbsp;&nbsp; Alicia Weeder, sophomore; Samantha Weeder, senior

Gooding, ID:&nbsp;&nbsp;Charlotte Brockman, senior

Gothenburg:&nbsp;&nbsp;Gage Andersen, Jake Burge, sophomores; Savannah Jensen, junior

Hamilton, MI:&nbsp; Nate Freyhof, sophomore

Lemoyne:&nbsp;&nbsp;Sheridan Wilson, senior

Long Pine:&nbsp;&nbsp;Logan Hafer, senior

McCook:&nbsp; Charlie Bortner, sophomore

Minden:&nbsp;&nbsp;Molly Burchell, junior; Kaleb Senff, senior

Morse Bluff:&nbsp;&nbsp;Hannah Williams, senior

Ogallala:&nbsp; Caleb Most, sophomore

Pender:&nbsp; Brieann Bruns, sophomore&nbsp;&nbsp;

Petersburg:&nbsp;&nbsp;Seth Wright, senior

Rising City:&nbsp; Alexa Carter, sophomore

Scribner:&nbsp;&nbsp;Levi Schiller, junior

Seward:&nbsp;&nbsp;Crayton Koranda, sophomore; Emma Kuss, senior

St Paul:&nbsp;&nbsp;Madison Hirschman, junior; Zach Hirschman, sophomore

Stapleton:&nbsp; Caleb Burnside, Lance Jones, sophomores

Syracuse:&nbsp;&nbsp;Madison Kreifels, senior

Unadilla:&nbsp;&nbsp;Sydney Wellsandt, senior

Wood Lake:&nbsp;&nbsp;Ty Schlueter, junior

Wray, CO:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jaden Dodsworth, junior

For more information, contact program director Tom Field at 402-472-5643 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tfield2@unl.edu" target="_blank">tfield2@unl.edu</a>.###&nbsp;&nbsp;

UNL Institute of Agriculture and Natural ResourcesLincoln, Neb., March. 12, 2024 —The Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln has announced the recipients of scholarships for the 2024-25 academic year. The one-time scholarships will be awarded to over 100 students totaling $189,000 for the ensuing academic year.The Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program was established in 2010 as a gift from the Paul and Virginia Engler Foundation. The mission of the program is to embolden people on the courageous pursuit of their purpose through the art and practice of entrepreneurship. The program offers an academic minor while serving as an intersection in which students from a diverse array of majors and business interests can come together in pursuit of the American Dream.&nbsp;&nbsp;Incoming Freshman Scholarship Winners:Amherst:&nbsp; Breanna BosshamerAurora:&nbsp; Morgan Bonifas, Marshall HumphreyBeatrice:&nbsp; Kaden Van WinkleBlair:&nbsp; Rylan Blattert, Alexis WarnerBlue Hill:&nbsp; Libby MacklinBridgeport: Demetria Lapaseotes &nbsp;Chambers: Claire WoeppelColumbus:&nbsp; Matthew Kinnison, Isaac StrombergDeshler:&nbsp; Colton IsernhagenElwood:&nbsp; Drew KnoerzerFairbury:&nbsp; Alexis MauGlenwood, IA:&nbsp; Katelyn PlambeckGothenburg: Braeden Anderson, Elissa FoleyHarrison:&nbsp; William SkavdahlKearney:&nbsp; Gage Fryda, Alyvia Shultz-RamerLincoln:&nbsp; Austin KammMorse Bluff:&nbsp; Nolan WilliamsNorth Platte:&nbsp; Ceidan ChildearsOakland:&nbsp; Isabella BenneOrd:&nbsp; Adam KnappOsmond:&nbsp; Reagan ChoatRichland:&nbsp; Gunnar WolfeRoseland:&nbsp; Ashley BonifasSpalding:&nbsp; Colton BerntSt Paul:&nbsp; Abigail HirschmanSyracuse:&nbsp; Emily HolzWaco:&nbsp; Cora HoffschneiderWeeping Water:&nbsp; Brooklyn AhrensWest Point:&nbsp; Sydney Hutchinson, Gavin KreikemeierContinuing Student Scholarship Winners:Adams:&nbsp; Trevor Parde, sophomoreAinsworth:&nbsp;&nbsp; Libby Wilkins, juniorAlbion:&nbsp;&nbsp;Braden Benes, Carson Maricle, juniorsAshland:&nbsp; Jessie Lamp, juniorAvoca:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jenna Knake, juniorAzle, TX:&nbsp;&nbsp;Kaytlynn Lemley, juniorBassett: Brooklyn Buell, sophomore; Jaya Nelson, junior; Jillian Buell, seniorBayard:&nbsp; Laura Albro, juniorBelvidere:&nbsp; JessaLynn Hudson, sophomoreBerthoud, CO:&nbsp;&nbsp;Kace Thoren, seniorBrainard, MN:&nbsp;&nbsp;Addison Hillman, juniorBroadwater:&nbsp; Lexi Harding, juniorBruning:&nbsp; Easton Weber, sophomoreBurwell:&nbsp; Jaci Larsen, sophomoreCedar Rapids:&nbsp;&nbsp;Paul VanDeWalle, seniorColon:&nbsp;&nbsp;Teresa Quinn, juniorCozad:&nbsp; Sarah Treffer, sophomoreEddyville:&nbsp; Adilyn McFarland, sophomoreFirth: Erin Oldemeyer, juniorFranklin:&nbsp;&nbsp;Kristen Herrick, seniorFremont:&nbsp;&nbsp;Evan Hartman, sophomore; Adelaide Witte, juniorFt Lupton, CO:&nbsp;&nbsp;Dominic Gittlein, seniorGenoa:&nbsp;&nbsp; Alicia Weeder, sophomore; Samantha Weeder, seniorGooding, ID:&nbsp;&nbsp;Charlotte Brockman, seniorGothenburg:&nbsp;&nbsp;Gage Andersen, Jake Burge, sophomores; Savannah Jensen, juniorHamilton, MI:&nbsp; Nate Freyhof, sophomoreJulian:&nbsp; Abigail Hodges, sophomoreKearney:&nbsp;&nbsp;Logan Greeno, juniorLemoyne:&nbsp;&nbsp;Sheridan Wilson, seniorLincoln: Allison Walbrecht, juniorLong Pine:&nbsp;&nbsp;Logan Hafer, seniorMcCook:&nbsp; Charlie Bortner, sophomoreMinden:&nbsp;&nbsp;Molly Burchell, junior; Kaleb Senff, seniorMorse Bluff:&nbsp;&nbsp;Hannah Williams, seniorMurdock:&nbsp; Nathan Lockman, juniorNorth Bend:&nbsp; Paige Bunn, sophomoreOakland: Anna Karnopp, juniorOgallala:&nbsp; Caleb Most, sophomoreOmaha: Naidaly Gonzalez-Miranda, juniorOneill:&nbsp; Emma Wrede, sophomoreOrchard:&nbsp; Karter Otte, sophomoreOrd: Vickie Ference, seniorPender:&nbsp; Brieann Bruns, sophomore&nbsp;&nbsp;Petersburg:&nbsp;&nbsp;Seth Wright, seniorRising City:&nbsp; Alexa Carter, sophomoreScotia:&nbsp; Treaven Scheideler, seniorScribner:&nbsp;&nbsp;Levi Schiller, juniorSeward:&nbsp;&nbsp;Crayton Koranda, sophomore; Emma Kuss, seniorSpringfield:&nbsp; Gage Schram, juniorSt Paul:&nbsp;&nbsp;Madison Hirschman, junior; Zach Hirschman, sophomoreStapleton:&nbsp; Caleb Burnside, Lance Jones, sophomoresSumner: Mattison Beattie, juniorSyracuse:&nbsp;&nbsp;Madison Kreifels, seniorUnadilla:&nbsp;&nbsp;Sydney Wellsandt, seniorWaco:&nbsp;&nbsp;Kailey Ziegler, seniorWaverly: Emelia Rourke, juniorWisner:&nbsp; Cameryn Bellar, sophomoreWood Lake:&nbsp;&nbsp;Ty Schlueter, juniorWray, CO:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jaden Dodsworth, juniorYork:&nbsp;&nbsp;Keeley Conrad, seniorFor more information, contact program director Tom Field at 402-472-5643 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tfield2@unl.edu" target="_blank">tfield2@unl.edu</a>.###&nbsp;&nbsp;

Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program announces 2024-25 scholarship recipients

Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts

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 11, 2024.

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)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 29 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)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)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&nbsp;have three children, Mara, Natalie and Theodore (Tate).

Dr. Orval Gigstad, NARD Past President (Syracuse, Nebraska)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 chair of 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 CommitteeOn March 6, the NRD managers elected J. Scott Sobotka, general manager of the Lower Big Blue NRD, as chair of the Managers Committee; and Wade Ellwanger, general manager of the Lower Niobrara NRD, as vice-chair of the Managers Committee.

J. Scott Sobotka, Lower Big Blue NRDJ. Scott Sobotka was promoted to general manager of the Lower Big Blue NRD in January 2022. He has served the district for 22 years as a land resources specialist and most recently as assistant manager. Sobotka lives near Tobias with his wife Wendee and daughters Jaicee, Josiee and Jaylee.

Wade Ellwanger, Lower Niobrara NRDWade 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.

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>.

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 </figure>Nebraska's Natural Resources DistrictsLINCOLN, Nebraska&nbsp;– The voting members of the Nebraska Association of Resources Districts (NARD) Board of Directors elected new officers during their board meeting March 11, 2024.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)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 29 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)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)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&nbsp;have three children, Mara, Natalie and Theodore (Tate).Dr. Orval Gigstad, NARD Past President (Syracuse, Nebraska)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 chair of 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 CommitteeOn March 6, the NRD managers elected J. Scott Sobotka, general manager of the Lower Big Blue NRD, as chair of the Managers Committee; and Wade Ellwanger, general manager of the Lower Niobrara NRD, as vice-chair of the Managers Committee.J. Scott Sobotka, Lower Big Blue NRDJ. Scott Sobotka was promoted to general manager of the Lower Big Blue NRD in January 2022. He has served the district for 22 years as a land resources specialist and most recently as assistant manager. Sobotka lives near Tobias with his wife Wendee and daughters Jaicee, Josiee and Jaylee.Wade Ellwanger, Lower Niobrara NRDWade 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.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 2024 Officers

&nbsp;(GRAND ISLAND, NEB.)&nbsp;&nbsp;— Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have conducted alcohol compliance checks in Hall and Red Willow Counties in recent weeks.

During the afternoon and evening hours of Thursday, February 29, investigators conducted alcohol compliance checks in Hall County. This project was supported by grant #2447 from Tobacco Free Hall County.

In total, 10 businesses were checked. Two of those businesses sold alcohol to a minor for a compliance rate of 80%. One business failed to check the minor’s ID.

The businesses that failed the compliance checks were:

During the afternoon and evening hours of Sunday, March 10, investigators conducted alcohol compliance checks in Red Willow County. This project was supported in whole or part by grant #93.959 under the SAMHSA Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, Region II Human Services, and the Nebraska DHHS Division of Behavioral Health.

In total, 11 businesses were checked. None of those businesses sold alcohol to a minor for a compliance rate of 100%. Each of the businesses checked the minor’s ID.

The businesses included convenience stores, grocery stores, hotels, restaurants, liquor stores, and bars.

Businesses that sell alcohol to a minor are referred to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission. Clerks who sell alcohol to a minor are cited for procuring alcohol for a minor.

Cody ThomasNebraska State Patrol&nbsp;(GRAND ISLAND, NEB.)&nbsp;&nbsp;— Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have conducted alcohol compliance checks in Hall and Red Willow Counties in recent weeks.During the afternoon and evening hours of Thursday, February 29, investigators conducted alcohol compliance checks in Hall County. This project was supported by grant #2447 from Tobacco Free Hall County.In total, 10 businesses were checked. Two of those businesses sold alcohol to a minor for a compliance rate of 80%. One business failed to check the minor’s ID.The businesses that failed the compliance checks were:Y &amp; N Liquor – Grand IslandPump &amp; Pantry 52 – Grand IslandDuring the afternoon and evening hours of Sunday, March 10, investigators conducted alcohol compliance checks in Red Willow County. This project was supported in whole or part by grant #93.959 under the SAMHSA Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, Region II Human Services, and the Nebraska DHHS Division of Behavioral Health.In total, 11 businesses were checked. None of those businesses sold alcohol to a minor for a compliance rate of 100%. Each of the businesses checked the minor’s ID.The businesses included convenience stores, grocery stores, hotels, restaurants, liquor stores, and bars.Businesses that sell alcohol to a minor are referred to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission. Clerks who sell alcohol to a minor are cited for procuring alcohol for a minor.

Alcohol Compliance Checks Held in Hall, Red Willow Counties

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The Hot Sheets: March 13th, 2024

12th Grade: Laynee Boltz, Jocelyn Cheek, Tyce Cumming, Asher Hazen, Levi Huffman, Austin Miller, Elio Nila

11th Grade: Cole Huffman, Jenna Miller, Kaitlyn Pedersen, Victoria Quick, Maximus Robinson

10th Grade: Kristyn Cheek, Keilah Curtis, Madelyn Flock, Ellys Gosnell, Emmeline Lucas, Lauren Mead

9th Grade: LaChelle Benitez, Brodee Brestel, Kailey Engels, Sydney Galaway, Jagger Baird, Keira Strickland

8th Grade: Rochelle Bradley, Brison Brewer, Gavin DeGarmo, Griffin Flock, Illa Gosnell, Kurri Gosnell, Genevieve Lucas, Aliah Venegas

7th Grade: Myka Boltz, Bentley Eastman, Shane Owen

12th Grade: Marley Johnson, Cyrrus Messersmith, Alexis Walker

11th Grade: Mackenzie Crandell, Billie DeGarmo, Kole Jones, Makenzie Margritz, Hunter Morlan, Hannah Pagel, Christina Smith, Makyah Stevens

10th Grade: Sophiera Gilbert, Colt Gosnell, Rylynn Quick, Jordan Redden, Jesse Reyes, Kylee Wyman

9th Grade: Emory Christensen, Mackenzie DeGarmo, Alyssa Durfee, Jayda Frederick, Trenton Miller, Makenzie Nelson, Madelynn Nelson, Aspen Vanhorn

8th Grade: Decima Baird, Taya Barraclough, Bailey Borg, Bradley Frederick, Jaelyn Miller, Owen Pagel, Kenzee Reitz, Chloe Salisbury, Koltan Seamann

7th Grade: Kycin Bayne, Boston Jones, Cannon Kleewein, Cooper Nelson

Honor Roll Honorable Mention (3.0-3.6):

12th Grade: Hannah Cousins, Lisselle Lucas, Ulyssia Pleiss, Addison Tracy, Braxton Williams

11th Grade: J’Vyn Mason, Riley Miller, Phillip Schlichenmayer, Joaquin Vega

10th Grade: Brayden Evans, Lilly Moog, Quinn Moreno, Tate Nelson, Jayna Schultz, Reed Vencill, Rei Wood

9th Grade: Shanti Peters, Michael Rudd-Torres, Brayden Woods

8th Grade: Kyson Carland, October Gilbert, Raymond Lee, Kiejjon Martyszenko, Julianna Moore, Eliott Simpson, Jaiven Wescoat

7th Grade: Ryan Engels, Ali Garrels, Cayden Haynes, Zeeva Mergele, Austin Vedder

Maxwell Public SchoolsAll A Honor Roll (4.0):12th Grade: Laynee Boltz, Jocelyn Cheek, Tyce Cumming, Asher Hazen, Levi Huffman, Austin Miller, Elio Nila11th Grade: Cole Huffman, Jenna Miller, Kaitlyn Pedersen, Victoria Quick, Maximus Robinson10th Grade: Kristyn Cheek, Keilah Curtis, Madelyn Flock, Ellys Gosnell, Emmeline Lucas, Lauren Mead9th Grade: LaChelle Benitez, Brodee Brestel, Kailey Engels, Sydney Galaway, Jagger Baird, Keira Strickland8th Grade: Rochelle Bradley, Brison Brewer, Gavin DeGarmo, Griffin Flock, Illa Gosnell, Kurri Gosnell, Genevieve Lucas, Aliah Venegas7th Grade: Myka Boltz, Bentley Eastman, Shane OwenHonor Roll (3.6-4.0):12th Grade: Marley Johnson, Cyrrus Messersmith, Alexis Walker11th Grade: Mackenzie Crandell, Billie DeGarmo, Kole Jones, Makenzie Margritz, Hunter Morlan, Hannah Pagel, Christina Smith, Makyah Stevens10th Grade: Sophiera Gilbert, Colt Gosnell, Rylynn Quick, Jordan Redden, Jesse Reyes, Kylee Wyman9th Grade: Emory Christensen, Mackenzie DeGarmo, Alyssa Durfee, Jayda Frederick, Trenton Miller, Makenzie Nelson, Madelynn Nelson, Aspen Vanhorn8th Grade: Decima Baird, Taya Barraclough, Bailey Borg, Bradley Frederick, Jaelyn Miller, Owen Pagel, Kenzee Reitz, Chloe Salisbury, Koltan Seamann7th Grade: Kycin Bayne, Boston Jones, Cannon Kleewein, Cooper NelsonHonor Roll Honorable Mention (3.0-3.6):12th Grade: Hannah Cousins, Lisselle Lucas, Ulyssia Pleiss, Addison Tracy, Braxton Williams11th Grade: J’Vyn Mason, Riley Miller, Phillip Schlichenmayer, Joaquin Vega10th Grade: Brayden Evans, Lilly Moog, Quinn Moreno, Tate Nelson, Jayna Schultz, Reed Vencill, Rei Wood9th Grade: Shanti Peters, Michael Rudd-Torres, Brayden Woods8th Grade: Kyson Carland, October Gilbert, Raymond Lee, Kiejjon Martyszenko, Julianna Moore, Eliott Simpson, Jaiven Wescoat7th Grade: Ryan Engels, Ali Garrels, Cayden Haynes, Zeeva Mergele, Austin Vedder

Maxwell Public Schools Quarter 3 Honor Roll and Honorable Mention

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department

Southwest Nebraska residents over the age of 45 may be eligible for free colon cancer screening services through Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD).&nbsp; Not counting some kinds of skin cancer, colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in men and women.&nbsp; It is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.&nbsp; In the last 5 years over 1,600 people died from colon cancer disease in Nebraska, and there was an average of 900 new cases of colon cancer diagnosed in the state each year, including individuals younger than age 50.&nbsp;

“We want to make a difference in the lives of our community members, their families, and friends,” said Paula Wimer of SWNPHD.&nbsp; “That is why we are offering free FIT Kits to Nebraska residents who are 45 to 74 years old, as a part of Colon Cancer Awareness Month.&nbsp; Community members can call our office and get their at-home testing kit.&nbsp; When colorectal cancer is found early and treated, the five-year survival rate is as high as 90%.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

FIT Kits have been found to be effective, easy to do (within 5 minutes time), there are no dietary restrictions, and no liquids or prep to take prior to the test. Simply follow the directions on the kit, then mail the kit in the enclosed envelope to the lab for testing. The test results will be mailed back to you to share with your doctor.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“More Nebraskans are receiving colon cancer screenings than ever before which is encouraging,” said Wimer. “But the state’s colon cancer incidence rate is higher than the national rate. There’s still more progress to be made and more lives to be saved.”&nbsp;

Enrollment forms, information about colon cancer, as well as FIT home testing kits are available through SWNPHD by calling 308-345-4223.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Additional information about the Nebraska Colon Cancer Screening Program in the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is available by calling 1-800-532-2227 or can be found at preventionmatters.ne.gov.&nbsp;

Contact Paula at 308-345-4223 or view the website at <a href="http://www.swhealth.ne.gov/" target="_blank">swhealth.ne.gov</a> which contains many resources and additional information helpful to prevent disease, promote and protect health. Follow SWNPHD on Facebook, TikTok, You Tube and Instagram. Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department serves Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Keith, Perkins, and Red Willow counties.&nbsp;

Southwest Nebraska Public Health DepartmentSouthwest Nebraska residents over the age of 45 may be eligible for free colon cancer screening services through Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD).&nbsp; Not counting some kinds of skin cancer, colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in men and women.&nbsp; It is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.&nbsp; In the last 5 years over 1,600 people died from colon cancer disease in Nebraska, and there was an average of 900 new cases of colon cancer diagnosed in the state each year, including individuals younger than age 50.&nbsp;“We want to make a difference in the lives of our community members, their families, and friends,” said Paula Wimer of SWNPHD.&nbsp; “That is why we are offering free FIT Kits to Nebraska residents who are 45 to 74 years old, as a part of Colon Cancer Awareness Month.&nbsp; Community members can call our office and get their at-home testing kit.&nbsp; When colorectal cancer is found early and treated, the five-year survival rate is as high as 90%.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;FIT Kits have been found to be effective, easy to do (within 5 minutes time), there are no dietary restrictions, and no liquids or prep to take prior to the test. Simply follow the directions on the kit, then mail the kit in the enclosed envelope to the lab for testing. The test results will be mailed back to you to share with your doctor.&nbsp;&nbsp;“More Nebraskans are receiving colon cancer screenings than ever before which is encouraging,” said Wimer. “But the state’s colon cancer incidence rate is higher than the national rate. There’s still more progress to be made and more lives to be saved.”&nbsp;Enrollment forms, information about colon cancer, as well as FIT home testing kits are available through SWNPHD by calling 308-345-4223.&nbsp;&nbsp;Additional information about the Nebraska Colon Cancer Screening Program in the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is available by calling 1-800-532-2227 or can be found at preventionmatters.ne.gov.&nbsp;Contact Paula at 308-345-4223 or view the website at <a href="http://www.swhealth.ne.gov/" target="_blank">swhealth.ne.gov</a> which contains many resources and additional information helpful to prevent disease, promote and protect health. Follow SWNPHD on Facebook, TikTok, You Tube and Instagram. Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department serves Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Keith, Perkins, and Red Willow counties.&nbsp;

Colon Cancer Screening Encouraged for Nebraska Men and Women ages 45 to 74

North Platte Community College student Breanna Lundgreen, of North Platte, performs during the NPCC music department’s first concert of the spring semester Thursday. The theme of the concert, which featured performances by NPCC’s jazz band, the Jazzy Knights, and the college’s choir, the Knightly Singers, was “positive psychology.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Heather JohnsonNPCCNorth Platte Community College student Breanna Lundgreen, of North Platte, performs during the NPCC music department’s first concert of the spring semester Thursday. The theme of the concert, which featured performances by NPCC’s jazz band, the Jazzy Knights, and the college’s choir, the Knightly Singers, was “positive psychology.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

Positive Psychology is theme of NPCC concert

Red Willow County Sheriff's Department Press Release

McCook, Ne - On March 11th 2024 McCook dispatch began receiving calls of an explosion south of McCook along Hwy 83. Red Willow Western Fire and McCook Fire and Ambulance as well as Red Willow County Sheriff's Office responded.&nbsp;

The explosion was reported by neighbors as they couldn't determine the source. It was discovered that a Propane tank had exploded. An individual was apparently in the process of converting the empty tank into a smoker. It appeared that the subject took precautions to use water inside the tank to displace the vapor but was apparently insufficient to displace all the vapors. While attempting to cut the tank with a cutter torch the vapors were ignited causing the explosion. He was wearing a respirator at the time and had taken other precautions as well.&nbsp;

There was a delay in discovering the victim of several minutes as the callers didn't know exactly where the explosion had occurred. The original caller contacted their neighbors, who responded to their residence and discovered the victim. He is the 24 year old son of that neighbor.&nbsp;

On EMS and Fire's arrival a trauma code was initiated with McCook Community Hospital and arrangements were made to transfer the victim by air to a higher level of care, Good Samaritan Kearney.&nbsp;

According to Red Willow County Sheriff Keving Darling "I have spoken with the family and will not release the name of the victim until they clear it. The injuries are serious, additional information about his condition will be released upon families approval."

Red Willow County Sheriff's Department Press ReleaseMcCook, Ne - On March 11th 2024 McCook dispatch began receiving calls of an explosion south of McCook along Hwy 83. Red Willow Western Fire and McCook Fire and Ambulance as well as Red Willow County Sheriff's Office responded.&nbsp;The explosion was reported by neighbors as they couldn't determine the source. It was discovered that a Propane tank had exploded. An individual was apparently in the process of converting the empty tank into a smoker. It appeared that the subject took precautions to use water inside the tank to displace the vapor but was apparently insufficient to displace all the vapors. While attempting to cut the tank with a cutter torch the vapors were ignited causing the explosion. He was wearing a respirator at the time and had taken other precautions as well.&nbsp;There was a delay in discovering the victim of several minutes as the callers didn't know exactly where the explosion had occurred. The original caller contacted their neighbors, who responded to their residence and discovered the victim. He is the 24 year old son of that neighbor.&nbsp;On EMS and Fire's arrival a trauma code was initiated with McCook Community Hospital and arrangements were made to transfer the victim by air to a higher level of care, Good Samaritan Kearney.&nbsp;According to Red Willow County Sheriff Keving Darling "I have spoken with the family and will not release the name of the victim until they clear it. The injuries are serious, additional information about his condition will be released upon families approval."

McCook man in serious condition after propane tank exposion Monday night

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If you have significant deductible expenses, consider itemizing instead of taking the standard deduction. Common deductions include mortgage interest, medical expenses, and charitable contributions.

Unlocking the full potential of tax savings involves a closer look at your expenses and a strategic decision to itemize deductions. While taking the standard deduction is the simpler route for many taxpayers, itemizing deductions can lead to significant financial benefits for those with substantial deductible expenses. Common deductions include mortgage interest, medical expenses, state and local taxes paid, and charitable contributions. By meticulously documenting these expenses and choosing to itemize, individuals can potentially lower their taxable income, resulting in a reduced tax liability.

One of the key advantages of itemizing deductions is the opportunity to tailor your tax strategy to your unique financial situation. Homeowners, for instance, can capitalize on the deduction of mortgage interest, turning what would be a regular expense into a valuable tax benefit. Similarly, those with high medical expenses or who contribute generously to charitable causes can see substantial reductions in their taxable income by itemizing these deductions. The flexibility inherent in itemizing allows individuals to maximize their tax savings by customizing their deductions based on the specific components of their financial profile.

However, it's essential to weigh the benefits against the effort required when deciding whether to itemize deductions. Keeping detailed records of expenses throughout the year is crucial, as is understanding the eligibility criteria for each deduction category. As tax laws can change, staying informed about updates and seeking professional advice can further optimize the itemization process. While itemizing deductions may involve more effort than taking the standard deduction, the potential for increased tax savings makes it a valuable strategy for individuals committed to maximizing their financial well-being.

Call today and make a appointment at North Platte at 519 South Dewey or call 308-532-8685 or in Ogallala at 22 North Spruce. Tim and the team is ready to help you!&nbsp;

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 </figure>One of the key advantages of itemizing deductions is the opportunity to tailor your tax strategy to your unique financial situation. Homeowners, for instance, can capitalize on the deduction of mortgage interest, turning what would be a regular expense into a valuable tax benefit. Similarly, those with high medical expenses or who contribute generously to charitable causes can see substantial reductions in their taxable income by itemizing these deductions. The flexibility inherent in itemizing allows individuals to maximize their tax savings by customizing their deductions based on the specific components of their financial profile.However, it's essential to weigh the benefits against the effort required when deciding whether to itemize deductions. Keeping detailed records of expenses throughout the year is crucial, as is understanding the eligibility criteria for each deduction category. As tax laws can change, staying informed about updates and seeking professional advice can further optimize the itemization process. While itemizing deductions may involve more effort than taking the standard deduction, the potential for increased tax savings makes it a valuable strategy for individuals committed to maximizing their financial well-being.Call today and make a appointment at North Platte at 519 South Dewey or call 308-532-8685 or in Ogallala at 22 North Spruce. Tim and the team is ready to help you!&nbsp;

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