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Entertainment around town
A rundown of entertainment in North Platte and Lincoln County, June 1-9:
Police charge three men with meth, fentanyl distribution
3 Three North Platte men have been charged with distribution of meth and fentanyl after their arrest Tuesday night at a house near the middle of town.
Big crowds for Bucking Battle and Bash
Organizers said the crowd surpassed 1,000 each night at the fifth annual Halls Electric Bucking Battle & Bash on Friday and Saturday at Pals Brewing in North Platte.
News briefs: Casey’s convenience store closes early; Jeffers St., U.S. 30 work set from June-November
1 The Casey’s convenience store on East Fourth in North Platte has had to close at 6 p.m. during the Memorial weekend due to a shortage of employees.
Police reports: Two meth charges, resisting arrest
2 At 11:42 a.m. on Sunday, May 28, police saw Mya Roubideaux walking east on Rodeo Road. They knew Roubideaux was wanted on previous charges.
A Memorial Day tribute from a mother who lost her son
2 As Cheryl Schepker grew up, she looked at Memorial Day as a day to be glad that school was out and family and friends were getting together.
Karen Troyer honored for service to rodeo queens
Long-time North Platte volunteer Karen Troyer has received a special award for her work with the Miss Rodeo Nebraska and Miss Rodeo America pageants.
Gosper County wreck claims North Platte man’s life
Two vehicles collided head-on Thursday afternoon, May 25, on U.S. Highway 283, about four miles south of Elwood.
State/Regional News
Legislature: Fund a kid in private school, get a tax deduction
Nebraska as become the 49th state to offer a tax deduction for sending students to private school.
DED grant aims to reduce wait times for mental health services in Omaha
People experiencing a mental health crisis need help right away. More often than not, however, they must wait to get treatment because services are limited.
Summertime: Deadliest days for teen drivers
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer -- a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Nebraska state troopers deploy to Texas to help at border
2 Nebraska Gov; Jim Pillen announced Wednesday, May 24 that 10 state troopers will deploy to the Texas border, effective immediately, in response to a request from the state of Texas.
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In this week's North Platte Bulletin print edition
A look at what more could be done in Lincoln County to combat the meth plague... an in-depth report with info and perspective from the Lincoln County Sheriff, the North Platte Mayor and the head of Region II Human Services.... Also... photos of the Memorial Day ceremonies on a picture perfect day... also... Habitat for Humanity plans to open a new store of used items, including surplus building supplies... and... the Miracle Baseball League of Lincoln County starts the season with a great exhibition ballgame... a cowgirl who earned honors as a behind-the-scenes guiding light of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant... plus much more to keep you informed and aware, presented at a handy price.
Get the full stories in this week's North Platte Bulletin print edition.
