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Thedford, NE · Traffic & Transit
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Big Boy to make stop in North Platte
As part of its historic America 250 Tour, Union Pacific Railroad’s legendary Big Boy No. 4014 steam locomotive will make a highly anticipated stop in North Platte on May 27. Visitors will have a chance to witness one of the world’s largest and most iconic steam locomotives from the vantage point of the 7th and 8th floors of the Golden Spike Tower from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
North Platte Post
Big Boy 4014 to Make Rare North Platte Appearance at Golden Spike Tower
One of the most legendary locomotives in American history will make a rare appearance in North Platte later this month. Union Pacific Railroad’s Big Boy No. 4014 is scheduled to steam through North Platte on May 27 as part of the railroad’s nationwide America 250 Tour. While North Platte was not selected as an official whistle stop on the tour, community members will still have a chance to see the massive steam engine from the 7th and 8th floors of the Golden Spike Tower between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
North Platte Post
Work to Begin on I-80 Between Brady and Gothenburg
Weather permitting, construction work is set to begin May 18 on Interstate 80 between Brady and Gothenburg, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. The project will take place from reference post 205.61 to reference post 213.25. Paulsen Inc. of Cozad is the contractor for the work. The project includes...
Sand Hills Express
Work to begin Monday on I-80 between Brady and Gothenburg
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced that work will start Monday, May 18 on Interstate 80 between Brady and Gothenburg, weather permitting. The work, of which Paulsen Inc. of Cozad is the contractor, is from reference post 205.61 to 213.25. Work will include bridge repairs and asphalt paving.
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I-80 eastbound lanes east of Lexington have reopened after crash
LEXINGTON, Neb. (KSNB) - A stretch of Interstate 80 eastbound was blocked Sunday evening east of Lexington due to a crash, according to Nebraska 511. Nebraska 511 reports the closure was on I-80 eastbound between mile markers 249 and 253, about 14 miles east of the Lexington area. Officials said all eastbound lanes were blocked.
KSNB
I-80 eastbound lanes east of Lexington have reopened after crash
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Big Boy Steam Engine to Make Stops in Ogallala, North Platte, Gothenburg
A piece of living railroad history is headed through western Nebraska next month, as Union Pacific’s famed Big Boy No. 4014 makes several stops across the region during its 2026 coast-to-coast tour. The world’s largest operating steam locomotive is traveling across the country as part of a nationwide celebration...
North Platte Post
Big Boy Steam Engine to Make Stops in Ogallala, North Platte, Gothenburg
A piece of living railroad history is headed through western Nebraska next month, as Union Pacific’s famed Big Boy No. 4014 makes several stops across the region during its 2026 coast-to-coast tour. The world’s largest operating steam locomotive is traveling across the country as part of a nationwide celebration...
NebraskaTV
Lexington Public Schools dismiss at noon due to outage; no buses, phones down
LEXINGTON, Neb. — Students at Pershing Elementary and LMS were dismissed at noon today because of a power outage that left the schools unable to serve lunch. Parents were told they will need to pick up their children at those two buildings because buses will not run. The district said it was sending the message through SchoolMessenger and SeeSaw.
KNOP
Commissioners advance $750,000 crossroads transportation study
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Union Pacific rail car derails in North Platte’s Bailey Yard
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - A Union Pacific rail car derailed Tuesday afternoon in Bailey Yard along W Front St. in North Platte. According to Union Pacific officials, the derailment happened around 4 p.m. while a train was being built in the yard. Officials said no one was hurt and nothing was spilled.
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Lane closures begin Tuesday on Interstate 80 east of North Platte
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Weather permitting, work begins today on Interstate 80 east of North Platte. The Nebraska Department of Transportation said the project will run from reference post 176.90 to 185.74. Work includes asphalt resurfacing. Traffic will be maintained with temporary lane closures, and a 12-foot width restriction...
Sand Hills Express
Work to begin Tuesday on Interstate 80 east of North Platte
NORTH PLATTE- Those with Interstate 80 in their travel plans for the next couple of months are being asked to bring their patience and cautious driving habits eastbound near North Platte. Work is scheduled to begin, weather permitting, on Tuesday (April 7). Western Engineering Company of Harlan, Iowa is the...
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Work to begin on I-80 near Sutherland April 6
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) -Drivers on Interstate 80 near Sutherland should prepare for temporary lane closures starting next week. The Nebraska Department of Transportation says weather permitting, work will begin April 6 on I-80 from reference post 150.96 to reference post 161.00. What’s being done. NDOT says the project...
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East C Street closed in North Platte for road repairs
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - East C Street between Poplar Street and Silber Avenue is closed starting Thursday for road repairs, according to the city of North Platte. The closure will remain in effect until the project is complete. No through traffic will be allowed, and drivers should use alternate routes.
North Platte Post
Road Closure: East “C” Street between Poplar Street and Silber Avenue
BSB Construction will be closing East “C” Street between Poplar Street and Silber Avenue for road repairs beginning Thursday April 2nd, 2026, until project is complete. Alternate routes will be needed during repairs. No thru traffic will be allowed. Please use caution around the construction area and observe...