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Veterans Day parade

George Lauby - Nov 12, 2025
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Photos and videos of the Veterans Day parade in North Platte's downtown Canteen District:

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Northern Lights, North Platte Neb. Nov. 11, 2025

Northern Lights shine Tuesday night

The North Platte Bulletin - Nov 12, 2025
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A severe geomagnetic storm from a solar flare caused the northern lights to appear in the sky across much of Nebraska and the northern half of the United States Tuesday night.

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Taps, American Legion Post 163 in North Platte, Neb. on Nov. 11, 2025.

American Legion: Veterans gather, talk about peace

George Lauby - Nov 12, 2025
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Grateful people expressed a heartfelt "Thank You" to military veterans Tuesday, especially to those who paid the ultimate price, at tributes throughout Lincoln County and the surrounding area.

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School board revises policy on employee terminations

Kristi Smith, The North Platte Bulletin - Nov 11, 2025
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After months of discussion, the North Platte public school board revised a policy Monday regarding classified staff.

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Horror stories: AI assisted teen suicides

The North Platte Bulletin - Nov 10, 2025
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Artificial intelligence is accused of helping teenagers decide to commit suicide, grieving parents recently told the U.S. Senate.

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Boom: North Platte hotel sells for $10 million

George Lauby - Nov 08, 2025
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Million dollar real estate deals are relative rare but becoming more frequent in Lincoln County. A $10 million deal, however -- that's rare.

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Union Pacific donates to White House ballroom while pushing merger

Joshua Shimkus, Flatwater Free Press - Nov 07, 2025
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Union Pacific Railroad is the lone Nebraska-based company publicly known to have donated to the huge new White House ballroom that will be constructed by President Donald Trump.

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State/Regional News

Baby formula recalled, infant botulism reported

The North Platte Bulletin - Nov 10, 2025
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The Center for Disease Control has reported 13 infant botulism cases across 10 states involving infants who reportedly consumed ByHeart powdered infant formula.

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Winter weather travel precautions

The North Platte Bulletin - Nov 07, 2025
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Nebraska officials are encouraging residents to take proactive steps to get ready for the winter season. From severe snowstorms to extreme cold, winter in Nebraska can be unpredictable and dangerous — but early preparation can help keep families and communities safe.

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State patrol seeks public’s feedback

The North Platte Bulletin - Nov 06, 2025
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The Nebraska State Patrol welcomes feedback from the public as part of its ongoing commitment to public safety.

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Attorney General sues dark money, foreign political donors to petition drives

The North Platte Bulletin - Nov 05, 2025
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Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers has sued Swiss national Hansjörg Wyss and six Wyss-backed entities for illegally contributing foreign funds to six citizen ballot petitions, Hilgers' office said on Wednesday, Nov. 5.

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