Top News Stories
Habitat for Humanity sets auction for mailboxes
North Platte Area Habitat for Humanity will hold its second annual mailbox auction fundraiser on Tuesday, Dec. 6 in the grand room of the Prairie Arts Center.
Opinion: Vision for new 4-H camp at Halsey
I mentioned last week that I will be working with Sen. Tom Brewer and all the interested parties to determine the future of the former State 4-H Camp that was destroyed by the Bovee Fire.
Fundraiser set for Sgt. Casey Nelms
A fundraising soup supper is set Saturday, Dec. 10 for Sgt. Casey Nelms of the Lincoln County sheriff’s office, to help with his battle with cancer.
Entertainment around town
A rundown of entertainment in North Platte and Lincoln County:
City deals with first set of winter-slick streets
1 Streets in North Platte streets became super-slick Tuesday morning, Nov. 29, from a thin coat of ice, capped with light snow, .
North Platte man charged with criminal mischief at church
2 A North Platte man was arrested Tuesday after he allegedly tried to break a cash box at St. Patrick’s church.
Police cite 32 motorists in buckle-up enforcement effort
1 North Platte police issued a total of 32 citations and 84 warnings during a five-day special enforcement named “Buckle Up: Every Trip Every Time.”
Two vehicles collide on E. Philip
No one was injured Monday afternoon in a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Philip and Welch in North Platte.
Benefit set for Troyer family
A mother and her two children who lost their home in a recent fire will be supported by a soup supper at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4.
Judge rules on lawsuit against DHHS caseworker
3 Sheila Alvarez grew up fighting for her rights. She still does.
State/Regional News
Public feedback sought on R-Project electric line across Sandhills
On Nov. 18, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service published a Notice of Intent in the Federal Register and opened a 30-day public scoping period, beginning that day and ending Dec. 18.
Sandhills Cowboy Hall of Fame nominations: Open until Dec. 31
The time is limited to submit nominations for the 2023 Nebraska Sandhills Cowboy Hall of Fame, with nominations due by Dec. 31.
Kansas man sentenced for meth distribution
Westleigh Miesner, 29, of Kansas, was sentenced Friday in federal court in Lincoln for distribution of meth in Trenton, Neb.
Officer-involved shooting in Gering
The Nebraska State Patrol is investigating an police-involved shooting in Gering that occurred around 11:25 a.m. MT Thursday.
Three Lincoln County retailers fail alcohol inspections
On Friday evening, Nov. 18, investigators conducted alcohol stings at 12 retail businesses in Lincoln County.
Beach boat ramp repaired at Sutherland Reservoir
At Sutherland, erosion under the Hershey Beach boat ramp has been repaired, Nebraska Game and Parks spokesman Jerry Kane said Tuesday.
Short story contest opens, tribute to Nebraska author
To honor Nebraska author Bess Streeter Aldrich and recognize outstanding writing, the Bess Streeter Aldrich Foundation announces its 2023 Short Story Contest, celebrating its 21st year of competition.
$66 million aimed toward Nebraska childcare workers
As a way to reward those who have stayed in the childcare field, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is offering $66 million in stipends and loan repayment grants to workers who have at least six continuous months at a licensed childcare facility in the state.
Past Top News
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In this week's North Platte Bulletin print edition
Questions have come from all corners of the city about the progress on the renovation of the historic Hotel Pawnee. We find that work has been quietly underway and is continuing. The renovators, excited with what they've found, talk about their game plan and end goal. Read all about it this week.... also... a closer look at the sticking point in the stalemate between railroad workers and railroad owners, as the U.S. Congress gets involved.... time off for North Platte workers rises to the forefront of discussion and debate in the nation's capitol.... and... a murder sentence is handed down in Lincoln County District Court... Christmas shoppers enjoy a day dedicated to shopping at small businesses.... also, previews of many high school sports teams as the winter season opens...in part 1 of a two-part series... plus more to keep you informed, presented at a handy price.
Get the full stories in this week's North Platte Bulletin print edition.
