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LIVE AT 1PM: NEBRASKAland Days Parade returns to North Platte
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The NEBRASKAland Days Parade is coming back to North Platte on Saturday. The event is scheduled for 1 p.m. at Memorial Park. You can watch the event live on the KNOP News 2 livestream or on Facebook. Watch the event live in the video player...
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Annual Moose Lodge BBQ feed marks 16th year during NEBRASKAland Days
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - A longtime NEBRASKAland Days tradition returned today as the Moose Lodge hosted its annual BBQ Pork Sandwich Feed. Dozens of vehicles lined up through the drive-thru to pick up barbecue pork sandwiches, chips and baked beans. Organizers say the event has become a popular stop during NEBRASKAland Days festivities, bringing the community together for a quick and tasty meal.
North Platte Post
North Platte Pizza Ranch, Franchisee Shae Caldwell Receive National Community Impact Award
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — The North Platte Pizza Ranch and franchise owner Shae Caldwell have been recognized with Pizza Ranch's 2026 Community Impact Award, an honor presented during the company's National Conference at the Kalahari Resort & Convention Center. The award recognizes franchisees and restaurant locations that demonstrate exceptional...
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News 2 announces Star Spangled Sing-Off local winner
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - KNOP News 2 has announced the local winner of the Star Spangled Sing-Off. Tynell Jarvis of North Platte is the local winner. She will move on to the regional round of voting which begins Thursday at 7 p.m. The overall contest’s winner will get an...
North Platte Post
Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute Coming to Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack
OGALLALA, Neb. — Country music fans will have a chance to experience the music and energy of one of the genre's biggest stars when The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute featuring Shawn Gerard comes to Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack on Saturday, Sept. 5. The concert is scheduled to...
KSNB Local4
Rapper MC Lars to perform in four Nebraska towns after youth center request
AURORA, Neb. (KSNB) - Rapper and songwriter MC Lars is coming to Nebraska after a request from a local nonprofit. Paul Johnson, head of the Hamilton County Youth Center, submitted a request to have MC Lars visit. Instead of just coming to Aurora, MC Lars decided to make four stops in Nebraska.
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This 107-Year-Old Nebraska Pool Hall Serves Famous Steaks, Loaded Nachos, and Small-Town Hospitality
Some of Nebraska’s most memorable restaurants are found far from the interstate. The Eustis Pool Hall has been serving travelers and locals since 1918, combining a century of history with a menu known for steaks, smothered burritos, and hearty comfort food. What makes the place stand out is that...
North Platte Bulletin
Rec Yeah! New indoor pool opens Monday morning
The $52.5 million bond that North Platte voters approved in 2022 will start paying off at 6 a.m. Monday when the new swimming pool opens at the North Platte Recreation Center. The new pool at the Rec Center is the first phase of what will be a greatly-expanded center. The pool area includes a smaller zero-entry pool for children, a hot tub, water slides and a sauna. The big pool is competition size. Also, new entrances on both the north and south sides of the center will open Monday.
North Platte Post
Local Artist Bringing Color to North Platte One Mural at a Time
Whether residents realize it or not, many of the murals, public art projects and colorful installations scattered throughout North Platte have one thing in common: local artist Holly Carlini. Carlini, who also serves as executive director of the Prairie Arts Center, has spent years creating artwork throughout the community. Her...
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This Restored 1928 Nebraska Hotel Has Free Breakfast, Balcony Suites, and a Restaurant Locals Love
Few places in Nebraska combine historic character and modern comfort as successfully as this longtime Sandhills landmark. Built in 1928 and once the tallest building in town, the hotel has welcomed travelers for generations while maintaining its place as a local gathering spot. What makes the property stand out is...
North Platte Post
North Platte Rec Center Ready to Make a Splash June 15
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — The countdown is on for the grand reopening of the North Platte Recreation Center. In just five days, residents will be able to experience the newly transformed facility, which now features a state-of-the-art indoor aquatic complex and a variety of upgraded amenities throughout the building.
Sand Hills Express
Nearly 1,000 attend 2026 Oconto ‘Blowin’ the Doors Off’ barbeque
OCONTO, Neb.— Nearly 1,000 people went through the gates at the Oconto Volunteer Fire Department’s ‘Blowin’ the Doors Off’ barbeque this past Saturday in Oconto. They were treated to the barbeque work put forth by seven grill master teams. Vest Ranch of Mullen took the...
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Sweet Saloon roll pre-orders begin this week
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Sweet Saloon cinnamon rolls return just in time for NEBRASKAland Days. Pre-orders begin Wednesday, June 10. The Sweet Saloon runs June 16 through 19 during NEBRASKAland Days. The event is a major fundraiser for North Platte Community College’s Knights volleyball team. Orders can be...
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North Platte Bulletin
Sweet Saloon: Pre-orders start Wed. June 10
On June 10, North Platte Community College volleyball team will begin accepting pre-orders for Sweet Saloon cinnamon rolls — a Nebraskaland Days tradition. The Sweet Saloon is a fundraiser for Knights volleyball. It’s hosted every year in conjunction with the official state celebration. “We always enjoy doing Sweet...
KSNB Local4
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This Nebraska Roadside Favorite Has Giant Portions, Legendary Prime Rib, and Comfort Food Worth Exiting the Interstate For
Thousands of drivers pass this Nebraska restaurant every week without realizing one of the state’s most beloved comfort-food destinations is just minutes off Interstate 80. For more than 30 years, it has built a reputation on generous portions, classic Midwestern cooking, and a menu packed with favorites like chicken fried steak, slow-roasted prime rib, and hearty homestyle dinners.
North Platte Post
🎙️North Platte Mom Providing Free Birthday Cakes for Children Through Wish Upon a Cake
Listen to the full interview on our Kubota Podcast. North Platte resident Grace Sarabia believes every child deserves a birthday cake. That's the idea behind Wish Upon a Cake, a community effort she launched in April to provide free birthday cakes to children whose families may be struggling financially or facing difficult circumstances.
Panhandle Post
Commissioners to Consider Changing Deer Permit Personal Limit
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will consider a recommendation to amend orders and restrict personal limits for deer permits when it meets June 12 in North Platte. Wildlife staff will recommend individuals be limited to one deer permit, down from two, per calendar year that allows the taking of an antlered deer. If adopted, it would be effective starting in 2027.