The Pilot travel center in North Platte has completed a major renovation as part of a nationwide investment in upgrading the company's locations.
The location at 3400 S. Newberry Road underwent a curb-to-counter transformation through Pilot's New Horizons initiative, which includes more than $1 billion in improvements across its travel center network.
To celebrate the reopening, Pilot is donating $10,000 to the Salvation Army North Platte Corps Community Center to support its Pathways to Success program.
The renovations include a redesigned store interior, an updated hot and cold deli area, two self-checkout stations, refreshed restrooms and showers, upgraded laundry facilities and four electric vehicle charging stations.
“We are excited to welcome the North Platte community back into an updated travel center that has been reimagined from the ground up,” said Sam Edgmon, senior vice president of retail business development at Pilot.
The $10,000 donation will help support programs that provide academic assistance, mentorship, nutritious meals and personal development opportunities for local children.
“This donation will help us provide a safe, supportive environment where children can receive academic assistance, positive mentorship, nutritious meals and opportunities for personal growth,” said Lt. Tim Gantner, corps officer at the Salvation Army North Platte Corps Community Center.
Pilot said the donation is part of its Miles of Good initiative, which focuses on supporting communities through education, safety and veterans programs.