Top News Stories
Police arrest alleged drug dealers
A North Platte couple is charged with meth and fentanyl distribution after a search of their residence and their vehicle, Police Sgt. Jeremiah Johnson said Thursday.
New regional airport terminal set to open
The North Platte Airport Authority invites the community to celebrate the completion of the North Platte – New Places terminal from 2-3 p.m. on Monday.
Police seek suspect in alleged shooting
North Platte police are looking for Julius Reed, II in connection with an assault and shooting in the early morning hours on Tuesday, Aug. 5.
Entertainment around town
A rundown of entertaining events in North Platte and the nearby area, Aug. 6-19:
City to publish list of owners of unkept property
7 The North Platte city council took a step Tuesday intended to better enforce "code" violations such as overgrown weeds, trees and bushes; obstructions, junk vehicles, and other unkept, unsafe conditions on private property.
Fundraiser, donations needed for Bridger Hughes
In the past few weeks, Bridger Hughes and his family have been fighting for his recovery in a Children's hospital in Omaha.
Draft data center regulations: Extensive requirements
The draft of the proposed data center zoning regulations in Lincoln County was released Tuesday for the public to see.
Hershey man dies in traffic wreck
A Hershey resident, James W. Ward, 75, was killed Monday afternoon in a collision with a semi-truck in Sutherland.
Data center zoning regs to be heard Aug. 11
3 The first of two public hearings will be held Tuesday, Aug. 11 to take comments on the county's updated zoning regulations for data centers.
Police to add extra patrols
The North Platte police, in cooperation with the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), will participate in a High Visibility Traffic Enforcement campaign from July 27-Aug. 9.
State/Regional News
Lake levels drop due to drought
Low water from drought and heightened demand for irrigation are limiting access to lakes in northwestern Nebraska, making it difficult or impossible to use state-designated boat ramps.
Nebraska, other states settle with more opioid manufacturers
Nebraska’s settlement was finalized Monday, Aug. 3 with eight generic opioid manufacturers for their role in contributing to the opioid epidemic in Nebraska.
State treasurer returns $13.7 million in unclaimed property
Nebraska State Treasurer Joey Spellerberg said Monday that his office has returned more than $13.7 million in unclaimed property so far in 2026, and he’s encouraging Nebraskans to search NebraskaLostCash.gov to see if they have money to claim.
Nebraska fall turkey permits available beginning Aug. 10
Hunters may begin purchasing 2026 Nebraska fall turkey permits at 1 p.m. Central time on Monday, Aug. 10.
Past Top News
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In this week's North Platte Bulletin print edition
For nearly 3 years, North Platte's Roberts and Sons Plumbing company has been chipping away at a major cleanup of cluttered, overgrown, intriguing property near Buffalo and Rodeo Road... they are making major progress on renovating it into the company headquarters... the intriguing history of the place... also this week... a boy and his family need some financial help to overcome medical challenges... and... an in-depth summary of the extensive, proposed county zoning regulations for data centers as a public hearing approaches on Aug. 11... also.. letter writers are critical of Flock license plate reading cameras... and... a Texas couple is charged with sneaking into a NP workout gym, stealing car keys, and then stealing stuff from the cars... plus, a full list of upcoming entertainment... arrests, marriages, real estate deals, deaths, police citations, and much more.
Get the full stories in this week's North Platte Bulletin print edition.
