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North Platte school board faces second leadership departure as associate superintendent resigns

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The North Platte Public Schools Board of Education is scheduled to consider the resignation of Associate Superintendent Damon McDonald at its upcoming meeting. The item appears on the board’s consent agenda, recommending approval of McDonald’s resignation effective on or about June 30, 2027.

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Because of ownership costs, council favors selling 66 acres for $500

The North Platte city council has approved the sale of about 65.8 acres of city-owned land to Midwest Land Development for $500, but the sale is not final. The decision came after an hour-long closed session to discuss the transaction and a lengthy discussion in open session. The purchase agreement...

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Ribbon cutting marks completion of Freedom 250 Trail

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The Freedom 250 Trail held its grand opening and ribbon cutting Wednesday afternoon, marking the completion of a new south-side trail project. The trail is along South Buffalo Bill Avenue, just south of Walker Road. What the project includes. The Freedom 250 Trail covers about...

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$7.46 million federal grant to expand I-80 truck parking in Dawson County

DAWSON COUNTY, Neb. — A stretch of Interstate 80 in central Nebraska is set to receive millions of dollars in federal funding to expand truck parking and improve safety for commercial drivers. The Nebraska Department of Transportation announced Thursday that it has been selected to receive a $7.46 million...

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NSP conducts alcohol compliance checks in Dawson County

DAWSON CO. — Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have conducted alcohol compliance checks in Dawson County. During the evening hours of Tuesday October 27, 2026, investigators conducted alcohol compliance checks at several businesses in Dawson County. In total, 10 businesses were checked. One of those businesses sold alcohol...

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NDOT receives federal funding for truck parking project between Elm Creek, Overton

DAWSON CO. — The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) continues to show its support for the important work being done on the Nebraska transportation system, selecting seven projects to receive a combined total of $59.6 million in federal funding. The projects include a Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) truck...

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City street closes for sewer repair

Sewer upgrades are continuing in the northeast section of the city. The 800 block of E. 10th closed Thursday for sewer replacement and street repair. The street will be closed until the project is complete, with limited street parking. Work is underway to clean and televise city sewer mains in...

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Shake up in Lexington city council, Lizbeth Lopez, Handy Marin Diaz unseat incumbents

LEXINGTON — Two incumbents lost their seats on the Lexington city council, newcomers Lizbeth Lopez and Handy Marin Diaz were elected during the general election on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Lopez received 937 votes, Marian Diaz received 764 votes. Incumbent Mayor John Fagot received 749 votes, long time city council...

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20 new trees take root along North Platte’s Freedom 250 Trail

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - A new tree-planting effort is helping bring the Freedom 250 Trail to life on the south side of North Platte on Monday. City employees joined Community Connections mentors and mentees to plant trees at the new park and trail located at 3901 South Buffalo Bill Avenue.

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Nebraskaland Days announces Wild West Arena seating changes, ticket prices for 2027 concerts

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - NEBRASKAland Days officials are reconfiguring the Wild West Arena layout ahead of the 2027 Viaero Summer Jam concert series, eliminating a specialized section to open more space on the arena floor. The venue updates come alongside the festival’s announcement of country artists Koe Wetzel and...

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KNOP Continued coverage of Local and State Races

KNOP Continued coverage of Local and State Races.

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From teenagers to veterans, voters turn out in force at busy North Platte precinct

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Inside the First United Methodist Church on E Street in North Platte, steady lines of voters filed past check-in tables Tuesday as Lincoln County residents turned out to cast general election ballots. The church serves as one of the busiest polling locations in the county,...

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Lake McConaughy water levels rise slightly, remain near historic lows

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Water levels at Lake McConaughy have seen a slight bump over the past two weeks, though the reservoir continues to hover near historic lows. Civil Engineer Tyler Thulin reported Monday during the Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District’s monthly board meeting that the lake sat at 24.5% of capacity.

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Erickson honored for lifetime business, development achievement

Alan Erikson, a businessman and community developer, was awarded the lifetime achievement honor Friday from the North Platte Chamber of Commerce and Development Corporation. Erickson, who was born and raised in Michigan, was drawn to North Platte by the recreation and business opportunities of the city, North Platte Chamber & DevCo president Gary Person said.

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Unofficial Custer County Results for 2026 Midterm Election

CUSTER COUNTY, Neb.- The polls have closed and just ahead of the 1 AM hour on Wednesday, Custer County totals were reported to the Secretary of State’s Office for statewide races and initiatives as well as local races in the 2026 Midterm Election. 3,938 ballots were cast in Custer...

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Commissioners address rumors, say updated city-county IT pact is on the way

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - County officials are pushing back against rumors that a longtime shared-services agreement with the city could be coming to an end, assuring staff and residents that negotiations on an updated contract remain active and collaborative. During their latest board meeting, commissioners addressed growing concerns within...

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North Platte City Council to consider property sales, street improvements Tuesday

The North Platte City Council will consider several property-related items, street improvements and other city business during its meeting Tuesday, Nov. 3. The meeting, scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, will include consideration of an agreement to sell property to Midwest Land Development and the first reading of an ordinance authorizing the conveyance of a lot in Industrial Park 3rd Subdivision.

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Sewer maintenance underway, Cottonwood to Newberry

Work began on Wednesday to clean and televise city sewer mains in the northeast section of the city. The area includes the blocks 700-1400 of N. Cottonwood, as well as neighborhoods east of N. Cottonwood to the Newberry Access Road. Johnson Maintenance Services is doing the work. The company will...

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North Platte among 28 Nebraska communities approved for federal opportunity zones incentives

The designations fall under the Opportunity Zones Program 2.0, which includes upgraded incentives tailored for rural communities through Qualified Rural Opportunity Funds.

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Handpicked from the crowd, North Platte man lands in viral VP Vance rally moment

One week after Vice President J.D. Vance rallied thousands in North Platte, a local resident is sharing what unfolded behind the scenes of a moment seen by millions across the country.

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