State News
Mail consolidations spark more legislation, petition drive
The North Platte Bulletin - May 03, 2024
Postmaster General Louis DeJoy’s plan to consolidate mail processing into 60 regional centers in the U.S. continues to generate vigorous opposition.
Former Ericson State Bank president pleads guilty to bank fraud
The North Platte Bulletin - May 02, 2024
Jack Poulsen of Ericson pled guilty Thursday to fraud over several years, which led to the collapse of the Ericson State Bank in early 2020.
Lexington man sentenced to 11 years for meth distribution
The North Platte Bulletin - May 02, 2024
Leopoldo Ramirez, 25, of Lexington was sentenced Thursday to 132 months in prison for conspiracy to distribute and possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine and fentanyl.
Troops deploy to Elkhorn in wake of tornado
The North Platte Bulletin - May 01, 2024
Gov. Jim Pillen ordered the deployment of soldiers with the Nebraska National Guard to help secure neighborhoods that were hit by severe weather over April 24-25 weekend.
Old Depot Vineyard & Winery earns spot on 'best restaurants' show
The North Platte Bulletin - April 30, 2024
The Old Depot Vineyard & Winery near Brady will be hosting a visit from America’s Best Restaurants in mid-May.
Major road work to start May 6 on U.S. 83, south of Lake Maloney
The North Platte Bulletin - April 29, 2024
Weather permitting, work will begin on Monday, May 6 on U.S. Highway 83, from the Lake Maloney area about 15 miles south to the junction of NE Highway 23, the Nebraska Department of Transportation announced Monday.
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