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WWII heroes honored at North Platte’s Veterans Memorial

A monument was placed in North Platte Friday to Maj. Gen. Butler Miltonberger and Company D of the 134th Regiment that Miltonberger commanded in World War II. The monument was unveiled at America’s 20th Century Veterans Memorial near Exit 177 of I-80. Company D, Nebraska’s National Guard unit, was...

North Platte, NE · 19d
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Time to study the issues

We recommend studying the ballot issues, looking beyond political advertisements. Consequential decisions will be made in this election, including four proposed changes to the state Constitution. Decisions will be made on: sports gambling by smart phone – transgenders playing school sports – term limits for legislators – the direction of...

North Platte, NE · 18d
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City of Lexington ratifies purchase of former Tyson property near facility, including wastewater treatment plant

LEXINGTON — The City of Lexington ratified the purchase of property from Tyson Foods near the former facility, including the wastewater treatment plant during their meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The approval of the purchase had been authorized by the council in April and the action during Tuesday’s meeting...

Lexington, NE · 23d
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North Platte dedicates park honoring three former Nebraska governors

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Many people gathered in North Platte to honor three former Nebraska governors with ties to Lincoln County on Thursday. The Governors Park and historical marker dedication ceremony took place at the former Pioneer Park, near the south entrance to the Canteen District along A and Dewey streets.

North Platte, NE · 22d
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North Platte dedicates park honoring three former Nebraska governors

The new park and historical marker will serve as a lasting tribute to the three governors and their place in Nebraska’s history.

Nebraska · 22d

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Garrick, Nichols square off at candidate forum

North Platte Public school board Ward 3 candidates Emily Garrick and Kyle Nichols, locked in a contentious race, discussed district finances, leadership, collaboration, and public communication Thursday at a candidate forum. The forum, sponsored by the North Platte Education Association teacher’s union, was held in the McDonald-Belton theater at North...

North Platte, NE · 21d

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Gov. Pillen signs executive order pertaining to public safety

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Gov. Jim Pillen signed an executive order Thursday at North Platte Fire Station 3 creating the Statewide Public Safety Communications Task Force, launching an initiative to overhaul emergency radio networks across Nebraska. The order directs a comprehensive evaluation of the state’s public safety communications infrastructure,...

Nebraska · 23d

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Wauneta-Palisade students earn top honors at Nebraska State Fair

Several Wauneta-Palisade students showcased their creativity, research, and knowledge at this year’s Nebraska State Fair, earning numerous honors in the Education Division. Competing against students from schools across Nebraska, Wauneta-Palisade students earned top placements in career displays, science and art competitions. In the grades 6-8 career display competition, Riley...

Wauneta, NE · 22d

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Lincoln County closes second bridge as officials weigh aging crossings

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The Lincoln County Department of Roads has closed the bridge on South Madsen Road just south of East State Farm Road. No through traffic is allowed on South Madsen Road south of East State Farm Road, according to the department. The area remains open to local traffic on either side of the closed bridge.

Lincoln County, NE · 23d

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Governors from Lincoln County to receive their own city park

Three governors of Nebraska who lived in Lincoln County will be honored Thursday with a historical marker in a small park in the center of the North Platte. The park at the S curve of Dewey and A St. is set to become Governors’ Park. It is at the south entrance to the historical downtown Canteen district and currently known as Pioneer Park. The dedication ceremony is set for 10 a.m.

Lincoln County, NE · 23d

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Nebraska Emerging Talent Awards Recipients Announced

Mid-Plains Community College hosted the Nebraska Emerging Talent Awards, Mid-Plains Region, Oct. 12 in the Electrical Technology Building on North Platte Community College’s North Campus, 1101 Halligan Dr., North Platte. Presented by the Aksarben Foundation, the awards recognize individuals and organizations shaping the future of Nebraska’s workforce. The...

North Platte, NE · 23d

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Governor Declares Emergency After North Platte, Neb., Breach

The Lincoln County Courthouse will open at noon Monday, though the commissioner meeting will take place at 9 a.m., as county and city officials continue to restore Internet and phone access after a breach of security on Friday. “This is tentative barring any unforeseen issues with getting our systems back...

North Platte, NE · 25d

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Bridge on South McPheeters Road closed effective immediately in Lincoln County

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The Lincoln County Department of Roads has announced the immediate closure of the bridge on South McPheeters Road, located approximately a half-mile south of Banner Road. Due to the closure, no through traffic is permitted on South McPheeters Road between Banner Road and East Swanson...

Lincoln County, NE · 24d

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Lincoln County weighs plan to replace aging canal bridges

Lincoln County Commissioners heard a preliminary proposal Monday to replace several aging timber bridges along the Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District’s canal system and eventually remove others.

Lincoln County, NE · 25d

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Jacobson at the Legislature: Art show, cattle, Serve Nebraska awards

I was pleased to be able to spend some time in North Platte this week, both catching up on work at the bank and attending events. One of my duties this week was to visit with those who attended the opening of the Sheldon Statewide: Hyphen America exhibit at the Prairie Arts Center.

North Platte, NE · 25d

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Gov. Pillen Activates Nebraska National Guard Cyber Team After North Platte, Lincoln County Breach

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has signed an emergency proclamation authorizing the deployment of the Nebraska National Guard Cyber Protection Team following a cybersecurity incident affecting the City of North Platte and Lincoln County. The proclamation, announced Friday, October 9, authorizes the adjutant general to deploy the specialized team to assist...

North Platte, NE · 28d

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Cybersecurity checks continue as Lincoln County plans courthouse reopening

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The Lincoln County Courthouse and other county offices are tentatively scheduled to reopen at noon Monday, Oct. 12, following an internet outage that disrupted city and county phone and computer systems beginning Friday. County officials said the reopening remains contingent on completing final checks of...

Lincoln County, NE · 25d

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Hilgers says Nebraska is ready for a prolonged South Platte River fight

The litigation is not stopping all work on the canal, Hilgers said. He described the project as a multiyear effort, with permitting a significant part of the timeline.

Nebraska · 28d

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Brady Village Board Sees Two Resignations

The Village of Brady Board of Trustees accepted the resignations of two members during an emergency meeting Sept. 24. Treasurer Jeff Miller and Chairman Todd Roe both submitted letters of resignation from the Board of Trustees. Vice Chairman Arlee Gentry accepted both resignations without objection. The emergency meeting was called...

Brady, NE · 29d