OGALLALA - Wolf Auto Ogallala sponsored a Thanksgiving basket event for families in need during the Thanksgiving holiday. Donations were made by individuals and local businesses in the community. The OHS wrestling team came together to help put the goodies together for the Thanksgiving baskets.

Employees with Allo Fiber and community members helped deliver the baskets to families.&nbsp; Families are usually referred by a outside agency such as DHHS, SCIP, and CASA. This year, 80 families were gifted with a basket. Each basket were estimated to be around $85.

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 </figure>Sandhills PostOGALLALA - Wolf Auto Ogallala sponsored a Thanksgiving basket event for families in need during the Thanksgiving holiday. Donations were made by individuals and local businesses in the community. The OHS wrestling team came together to help put the goodies together for the Thanksgiving baskets.<figure>
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 </figure>Employees with Allo Fiber and community members helped deliver the baskets to families.&nbsp; Families are usually referred by a outside agency such as DHHS, SCIP, and CASA. This year, 80 families were gifted with a basket. Each basket were estimated to be around $85.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fwolfordogallala%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02CaTnB29fzqZrQJqDGSHQQftGzeYfo42REdSSE43yRGeADSEP9PDLzhD7VS4GG9oGl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="753" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Wolf Auto Ogallala, community members come together to create Thanksgiving baskets

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Trails West CASA coffee event going on this morning in Ogallala

North Platte Public Transit will be closed for Thanksgiving Weekend

Post Sports Director had the chance to talk with Haven Smith from the Mid-Plains United Way and also Mark Russell aka Dragon, the President of the Guardians of the Children. The crew talked about what's been going on with the United Way but also giving us an inside of Guardians of the Children.&nbsp;

NORTH PLATTE - The Mid-Plains United Way recently announced late last week that they received a check from Ace Hardware for just a little over $800. Ace Hardware did a dollar round up in the month of October to help raise money for United Way. Mid-Plains United Way has a busy time ahead of them as they have more events coming up.&nbsp;&nbsp;

- North Platte Year End Giving Starts Tuesday, Nov. 28th&nbsp;

-Gift Wrapping: Friday, Dec. 8th - Dec. 10th at Walmart here in North Platte. Presented by Lashley Land&nbsp;

-Triple Bee Holiday Craft Show Concession Stand: Dec. 16th &amp; 17th at the D&amp;N Event Center&nbsp;

-Giving Tree - FNBO at 201 N Dewey to benefit Hope Esperanza and Nebraska Youth Center Dec. 1st-20th.&nbsp;

Guardians of the Children is a non-profit motorcycle organization that helps children that have gone or may be going through child abuse. Members in the organization will attend the court hearings with these children and show their support for the children while they are testifying in court against their perpetrator.&nbsp;

The organization is also hosting a toy drive that will go through Dec. 5th and has partnered with Taco Johns. Both North Platte Taco Johns is doing their Nacho Navidad fundraiser for GOC as they are donating $.25 for Apple Grande &amp; $.50 for a LG Nacho Navidad.&nbsp;

If you would like to learn more about what is happening with the Mid-Plains United Way or learn more about Guardian of the Children, check out the podcast above. If you would like to follow GOC's Facebook page, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GOCFlatRockChapter">click here</a>.

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 </figure>Post Sports Director had the chance to talk with Haven Smith from the Mid-Plains United Way and also Mark Russell aka Dragon, the President of the Guardians of the Children. The crew talked about what's been going on with the United Way but also giving us an inside of Guardians of the Children.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) Mid-Plains United Way and Guardians of the Children" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=z6kyq-150017e-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>NORTH PLATTE - The Mid-Plains United Way recently announced late last week that they received a check from Ace Hardware for just a little over $800. Ace Hardware did a dollar round up in the month of October to help raise money for United Way. Mid-Plains United Way has a busy time ahead of them as they have more events coming up.&nbsp;&nbsp;Upcoming events:&nbsp;- North Platte Year End Giving Starts Tuesday, Nov. 28th&nbsp;-Gift Wrapping: Friday, Dec. 8th - Dec. 10th at Walmart here in North Platte. Presented by Lashley Land&nbsp;-Triple Bee Holiday Craft Show Concession Stand: Dec. 16th &amp; 17th at the D&amp;N Event Center&nbsp;-Giving Tree - FNBO at 201 N Dewey to benefit Hope Esperanza and Nebraska Youth Center Dec. 1st-20th.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Guardians of the Children is a non-profit motorcycle organization that helps children that have gone or may be going through child abuse. Members in the organization will attend the court hearings with these children and show their support for the children while they are testifying in court against their perpetrator.&nbsp;The organization is also hosting a toy drive that will go through Dec. 5th and has partnered with Taco Johns. Both North Platte Taco Johns is doing their Nacho Navidad fundraiser for GOC as they are donating $.25 for Apple Grande &amp; $.50 for a LG Nacho Navidad.&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGOCFlatRockChapter%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02i9H3o8oN4SUArw2MajkWdqKAjcEPsy6GcUim5QdaZaB8FaGjnsZwwmGmNwDGmboSl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="735" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>If you would like to learn more about what is happening with the Mid-Plains United Way or learn more about Guardian of the Children, check out the podcast above. If you would like to follow GOC's Facebook page, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GOCFlatRockChapter">click here</a>.

(Audio) Mid-Plains United Way and Guardians of the Children

Jayden James Miles, 25, North Platte and Kathleen June McIntyre, 25, North Platte

Austin Thomas Tockey, 24, Maxwell and Brianna Michelle Little, 26, Maxwell

Jayden James Miles, 25, North Platte and Kathleen June McIntyre, 25, North PlatteAustin Thomas Tockey, 24, Maxwell and Brianna Michelle Little, 26, Maxwell

Marriage Licenses for Lincoln County (Week of November 13th)

Lincoln, NE – U.S. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie A. Su recognized ALLO as one of the 859 recipients of the 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award during a virtual award ceremony presented by the U.S. Department&nbsp; of Labor held on November 8th. ALLO earned the large company 2023 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion award. This is the&nbsp; fourth year ALLO has been recognized with the HIRE Vets Medallion Award, but it is the first year ALLO has been&nbsp; recognized at the highest award level, Platinum. The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American&nbsp; Military Veterans Act (HIRE Vets Act) Medallion Program is the only federal award program recognizing employers who&nbsp; successfully recruit, hire, and retain veterans.&nbsp;

“It is an honor to have been recognized by the Department of Labor HIRE Vets Medallion award again this year. We are&nbsp; particularly proud of earning the Platinum award for the first time. ALLO leaders recognize our Guard, Reserve, and&nbsp; Veteran teammates have a meaningful impact on helping us successfully serve our communities,” said Todd Heyne,&nbsp; ALLO Chief Construction Officer and Navy veteran. “ALLO continues to grow, and we have additional career&nbsp; opportunities with that growth. For the past five years, ALLO’s percentage of veterans in the company has grown year&nbsp; over year. The veterans we hire have the attitude, motivation, and skills to get the job done.”&nbsp;

ALLO joins 858 other companies from 49 states, plus the District of Columbia, who are committed to hiring veterans and&nbsp; ensuring they have a long-term career and growth plan that uses the diverse skills they acquired through their military&nbsp; service. ALLO is the only large company Platinum award winner in Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Recipients of the 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award meet rigorous employment and veteran integration assistance&nbsp; criteria, including veteran hiring and retention percentages, availability of veteran-specific resources, leadership&nbsp; programming for veterans, dedicated human resource efforts, pay compensation, and tuition assistance programs for&nbsp; veterans.&nbsp;&nbsp;

ALLO has benefit programs to support veterans transitioning to the workforce and active Guard and Reserve members,&nbsp; including a Military Leave Benefit. ALLO also offers a Skillbridge internship program for active-duty service members&nbsp; who are about to end their service and a pay differential benefit where ALLO will pay a deployed team member the&nbsp; difference between their ALLO salary and military pay to ensure the same income during their deployment.&nbsp;

For more information on ALLO’s efforts to support former and active military, visit AlloFiber.com/Veterans.&nbsp;

ALLO Communications specializes in providing world-class communications and entertainment services by creating&nbsp; gigabit communities. In 2003, ALLO began building its first Gigabit fiber communities. Today, it provides ubiquitous fiber&nbsp; networks in more than 38 communities in Nebraska, Colorado, and Arizona, with a population of over one million&nbsp; supported by more than 1,400 ALLO team members.&nbsp;

About the HIRE Vets Medallion Program:&nbsp;

The HIRE Vets Medallion Award is earned by businesses that demonstrate unparalleled commitment to attracting, hiring&nbsp; and retaining veterans. The 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award application period will open to employers on Jan. 31,&nbsp; 2024. For more information about the program and the application process, visit HIREVets.gov. There are different&nbsp; awards for large employers (500-plus employees), medium employers (51-499 employees), and small employers (50 or&nbsp; fewer employees).&nbsp;&nbsp;

Additionally, there are two award tiers: platinum and gold. There are different awards for large employers (500-plus&nbsp; employees), medium employers (51-499 employees), and small employers (50 or fewer employees). Additionally, there&nbsp; are two award tiers: platinum and gold.

Lincoln, NE – U.S. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie A. Su recognized ALLO as one of the 859 recipients of the 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award during a virtual award ceremony presented by the U.S. Department&nbsp; of Labor held on November 8th. ALLO earned the large company 2023 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion award. This is the&nbsp; fourth year ALLO has been recognized with the HIRE Vets Medallion Award, but it is the first year ALLO has been&nbsp; recognized at the highest award level, Platinum. The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American&nbsp; Military Veterans Act (HIRE Vets Act) Medallion Program is the only federal award program recognizing employers who&nbsp; successfully recruit, hire, and retain veterans.&nbsp;“It is an honor to have been recognized by the Department of Labor HIRE Vets Medallion award again this year. We are&nbsp; particularly proud of earning the Platinum award for the first time. ALLO leaders recognize our Guard, Reserve, and&nbsp; Veteran teammates have a meaningful impact on helping us successfully serve our communities,” said Todd Heyne,&nbsp; ALLO Chief Construction Officer and Navy veteran. “ALLO continues to grow, and we have additional career&nbsp; opportunities with that growth. For the past five years, ALLO’s percentage of veterans in the company has grown year&nbsp; over year. The veterans we hire have the attitude, motivation, and skills to get the job done.”&nbsp;ALLO joins 858 other companies from 49 states, plus the District of Columbia, who are committed to hiring veterans and&nbsp; ensuring they have a long-term career and growth plan that uses the diverse skills they acquired through their military&nbsp; service. ALLO is the only large company Platinum award winner in Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;Recipients of the 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award meet rigorous employment and veteran integration assistance&nbsp; criteria, including veteran hiring and retention percentages, availability of veteran-specific resources, leadership&nbsp; programming for veterans, dedicated human resource efforts, pay compensation, and tuition assistance programs for&nbsp; veterans.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALLO has benefit programs to support veterans transitioning to the workforce and active Guard and Reserve members,&nbsp; including a Military Leave Benefit. ALLO also offers a Skillbridge internship program for active-duty service members&nbsp; who are about to end their service and a pay differential benefit where ALLO will pay a deployed team member the&nbsp; difference between their ALLO salary and military pay to ensure the same income during their deployment.&nbsp;For more information on ALLO’s efforts to support former and active military, visit AlloFiber.com/Veterans.&nbsp;About ALLO Communications&nbsp;ALLO Communications specializes in providing world-class communications and entertainment services by creating&nbsp; gigabit communities. In 2003, ALLO began building its first Gigabit fiber communities. Today, it provides ubiquitous fiber&nbsp; networks in more than 38 communities in Nebraska, Colorado, and Arizona, with a population of over one million&nbsp; supported by more than 1,400 ALLO team members.&nbsp;About the HIRE Vets Medallion Program:&nbsp;The HIRE Vets Medallion Award is earned by businesses that demonstrate unparalleled commitment to attracting, hiring&nbsp; and retaining veterans. The 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award application period will open to employers on Jan. 31,&nbsp; 2024. For more information about the program and the application process, visit HIREVets.gov. There are different&nbsp; awards for large employers (500-plus employees), medium employers (51-499 employees), and small employers (50 or&nbsp; fewer employees).&nbsp;&nbsp;Additionally, there are two award tiers: platinum and gold. There are different awards for large employers (500-plus&nbsp; employees), medium employers (51-499 employees), and small employers (50 or fewer employees). Additionally, there&nbsp; are two award tiers: platinum and gold.

ALLO RECEIVES THE 2023 HIRE VETS MEDALLION AWARD FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR 

This week I supported a one-year extension of current Farm Bill programs. While a conventional 5-year reauthorization of the Farm Bill is preferable, many of these critical programs lapsed September 30th. The current lapse shouldn’t affect 2023 crops, but a one-year extension was necessary to prevent reverting back to pre-1930s farm policy as we begin 2024. I’m pleased Congress has acted to ensure American producers will have another year of certainty as they work to put food on our table and fuel in our cars – and now the Agriculture Committees in the House and Senate can finish their work on a new and improved Farm Bill without putting agriculture producers in an impossible position.

Crop insurance, in terms of funding, is a small portion of the Farm Bill; however, its renewal is one of the most important provisions to Nebraska’s producers. Because of the investment protections farmers opt into with their crop insurance premiums, we’re able to avoid ad hoc disaster payments, ultimately saving taxpayer dollars while providing farmers an important safety net.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, in the Nutrition title of the Farm Bill accounts for 80 percent of its cost. As we continue to consider reforms to SNAP, I’m optimistic we can build on legislation we enacted earlier this year to minimize fraud and ensure these programs help Americans most in need.

Modernization and the opportunities available through the advancements of precision agriculture are also an important component of the Farm Bill. Spurring innovation while ensuring farm data is protected is critical to maintaining a level playing field for farmers and ranchers.

This week the House also passed legislation to prevent an omnibus spending bill while keeping the government open by continuing current spending levels for four of the twelve annual appropriations bills until Jan. 19, 2024. The remaining eight bills are funded at current levels through February 2, 2024, giving the House and Senate more time to responsibly cut spending and ensure significant spending decisions are not forced at the last minute with minimal accountability.

Washington must curb its spending addiction, and the federal government must continue working while Congress comes to an agreement on how best to fund our priorities. A shutdown exacerbates backlogs and wait lines at federal agencies and can cause gaps in services Americans rely on.

We can no longer dismiss the need to address our spending problem and continue down this dangerous fiscal path. In order to make meaningful change, we can’t kid ourselves that this can be easily fixed through minor adjustments to annual discretionary spending. What’s known as mandatory spending is the biggest driver of our debt, and this cannot be remedied overnight.

As Moody’s Investors Service has placed the United States credit rating on downgrade watch and the national debt of the U.S. now exceeds $33.6 trillion, we need to aggressively look at the drivers of our debt. This is why I support legislation to create a bipartisan debt commission which would focus on the underlying fiscal problems and solutions to bring America back to fiscal health.

Despite the difficult task of changing how Washington does business, Congress has a responsibility to maintain key policy programs, prudently fund the government, and do what is best for the American people. Just as American households have to balance their budgets, Congress must also. I’m glad we’re finally taking steps in that direction.

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 </figure>Adrian SmithThis week I supported a one-year extension of current Farm Bill programs. While a conventional 5-year reauthorization of the Farm Bill is preferable, many of these critical programs lapsed September 30th. The current lapse shouldn’t affect 2023 crops, but a one-year extension was necessary to prevent reverting back to pre-1930s farm policy as we begin 2024. I’m pleased Congress has acted to ensure American producers will have another year of certainty as they work to put food on our table and fuel in our cars – and now the Agriculture Committees in the House and Senate can finish their work on a new and improved Farm Bill without putting agriculture producers in an impossible position.Crop insurance, in terms of funding, is a small portion of the Farm Bill; however, its renewal is one of the most important provisions to Nebraska’s producers. Because of the investment protections farmers opt into with their crop insurance premiums, we’re able to avoid ad hoc disaster payments, ultimately saving taxpayer dollars while providing farmers an important safety net.The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, in the Nutrition title of the Farm Bill accounts for 80 percent of its cost. As we continue to consider reforms to SNAP, I’m optimistic we can build on legislation we enacted earlier this year to minimize fraud and ensure these programs help Americans most in need.Modernization and the opportunities available through the advancements of precision agriculture are also an important component of the Farm Bill. Spurring innovation while ensuring farm data is protected is critical to maintaining a level playing field for farmers and ranchers.This week the House also passed legislation to prevent an omnibus spending bill while keeping the government open by continuing current spending levels for four of the twelve annual appropriations bills until Jan. 19, 2024. The remaining eight bills are funded at current levels through February 2, 2024, giving the House and Senate more time to responsibly cut spending and ensure significant spending decisions are not forced at the last minute with minimal accountability.Washington must curb its spending addiction, and the federal government must continue working while Congress comes to an agreement on how best to fund our priorities. A shutdown exacerbates backlogs and wait lines at federal agencies and can cause gaps in services Americans rely on.We can no longer dismiss the need to address our spending problem and continue down this dangerous fiscal path. In order to make meaningful change, we can’t kid ourselves that this can be easily fixed through minor adjustments to annual discretionary spending. What’s known as mandatory spending is the biggest driver of our debt, and this cannot be remedied overnight.As Moody’s Investors Service has placed the United States credit rating on downgrade watch and the national debt of the U.S. now exceeds $33.6 trillion, we need to aggressively look at the drivers of our debt. This is why I support legislation to create a bipartisan debt commission which would focus on the underlying fiscal problems and solutions to bring America back to fiscal health.Despite the difficult task of changing how Washington does business, Congress has a responsibility to maintain key policy programs, prudently fund the government, and do what is best for the American people. Just as American households have to balance their budgets, Congress must also. I’m glad we’re finally taking steps in that direction.

Fighting for Long-term Fiscal Health

Post News Director Canon Rath welcomed Mardel Manary and Diane Nuffer from the North Platte Opportunity Center for their monthly conversation but also to talk about the supported employment department.&nbsp;

NORTH PLATTE - The North Platte Opportunity was awarded the Sara Rickertsen Grant last month and have recently used the money to purchase 2 speech tablets for individuals who are nonverbal to use and hooked up phonics as well as flash cards. "I have heard several reports that a couple of the individuals are already recognizing sight words and it's exciting to see that it's doing what we wanted to do," said Mardel Manary.&nbsp;

The NPOC has a supported employment department for individuals to help get jobs and work. The staff at the NPOC helps individuals with resumes, practice interview skills are just a few of many to name. With the supported employment department, it helps Indvidual's who are involved feel included within the community and build confidence.&nbsp;

If you would like to hear an update on the NPOC and learn more about the supported employment department, check out the podcast above.&nbsp;

***Interviewed aired on Good Morning North Platte on 11/15/2023.

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 </figure>Post News Director Canon Rath welcomed Mardel Manary and Diane Nuffer from the North Platte Opportunity Center for their monthly conversation but also to talk about the supported employment department.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) North Platte Opportunity Center November Conversation" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=g4ikz-15000ce-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>NORTH PLATTE - The North Platte Opportunity was awarded the Sara Rickertsen Grant last month and have recently used the money to purchase 2 speech tablets for individuals who are nonverbal to use and hooked up phonics as well as flash cards. "I have heard several reports that a couple of the individuals are already recognizing sight words and it's exciting to see that it's doing what we wanted to do," said Mardel Manary.&nbsp;The NPOC has a supported employment department for individuals to help get jobs and work. The staff at the NPOC helps individuals with resumes, practice interview skills are just a few of many to name. With the supported employment department, it helps Indvidual's who are involved feel included within the community and build confidence.&nbsp;If you would like to hear an update on the NPOC and learn more about the supported employment department, check out the podcast above.&nbsp;***Interviewed aired on Good Morning North Platte on 11/15/2023.

(Audio) North Platte Opportunity Center November Conversation

The Prairie Dust Devil was created by Omaha sculpture artist Les Bruning. The piece was commissioned to honor the legacy of Anne and Frank Svoboda for their contributions to the library. The Svobodas were longtime patrons of the arts and humanities in Keith County and Nebraska. A public dedication will be held for the sculpture in 2024.

Ogallala Library CommitteeThe Prairie Dust Devil was created by Omaha sculpture artist Les Bruning. The piece was commissioned to honor the legacy of Anne and Frank Svoboda for their contributions to the library. The Svobodas were longtime patrons of the arts and humanities in Keith County and Nebraska. A public dedication will be held for the sculpture in 2024.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FOgallalaLibraryCommittee%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02vWMKHrPZjWsqopyA4BnerHeZNnCyYzaWZdFSAf7LnKsfRnUfTFGCCmpkRmFwswhSl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="693" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Ogallala library welcomes new art work piece

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will release adult rooster pheasants on 18 wildlife management areas prior to the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

The WMAs are: Arnold Trupp WMA (Morrill County), Arrowhead WMA (Gage County), Bordeaux WMA (Dawes County), Branched Oak WMA (Lancaster County), Cornhusker (Hall County), George D. Syas WMA (Nance County), Hickory Ridge WMA (Johnson County), James N. Douglas WMA (Johnson County), Kirkpatrick Basin North WMA (York County), Oak Valley WMA (Madison County), Peru Bottoms WMA (Nemaha County), Powder Creek WMA (Dixon County), Pressey WMA (Custer County), Rakes Creek WMA (Cass County), Randall W. Schilling WMA (Cass County), Sherman Reservoir WMA (Sherman County), Wilkinson WMA (Platte County), and Yankee Hill WMA (Lancaster County).

To view a map of the pheasant release sites, visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vb3V0ZG9vcm5lYnJhc2thLmdvdi9odW50L2dhbWUvdXBsYW5kLyIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzExMTUuODU3MDg0MDEifQ.cflwpnujdhSFjnkXS7hDALBM6jpuGD5bvsv0XZVChBc/s/497221906/br/230900575408-l" target="_blank">Upland Hunting page at OutdoorNebraska.gov</a>.

The pheasants will be released to enhance hunting opportunities over the extended Thanksgiving holiday weekend and encourage families to spend time together in the field. Non-toxic shot is required at Kirkpatrick Basin North, Peru Bottoms, Randall W. Schilling, and Wilkinson WMAs, but otherwise all usual regulations apply.

Nebraska’s pheasant, quail and prairie grouse seasons run through Jan. 31, 2024. Permits and applicable stamps may be purchased at&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vb3V0ZG9vcm5lYnJhc2thLmdvdi8iLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMxMTE1Ljg1NzA4NDAxIn0.yoPpKaG43YTSmGetEOIMOPxsqtUvrOUYKIokGQHJIyI/s/497221906/br/230900575408-l" target="_blank">OutdoorNebraska.gov</a>.

For more information on these and other publicly accessible lands throughout Nebraska, view Game and Parks’&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vb3V0ZG9vcm5lYnJhc2thLmdvdi9ndWlkZXMtbWFwcy9wdWJsaWMtYWNjZXNzLWF0bGFzLyIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzExMTUuODU3MDg0MDEifQ.1d0D9CSWHlm77Onkch24zQ0Lap1CbYALKa-f-eRwYSQ/s/497221906/br/230900575408-l" target="_blank">Public Access Atlas</a>&nbsp;online or contact Game and Parks at 402-471-0641.

By Nebraska Game &amp; ParksThe Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will release adult rooster pheasants on 18 wildlife management areas prior to the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.The WMAs are: Arnold Trupp WMA (Morrill County), Arrowhead WMA (Gage County), Bordeaux WMA (Dawes County), Branched Oak WMA (Lancaster County), Cornhusker (Hall County), George D. Syas WMA (Nance County), Hickory Ridge WMA (Johnson County), James N. Douglas WMA (Johnson County), Kirkpatrick Basin North WMA (York County), Oak Valley WMA (Madison County), Peru Bottoms WMA (Nemaha County), Powder Creek WMA (Dixon County), Pressey WMA (Custer County), Rakes Creek WMA (Cass County), Randall W. Schilling WMA (Cass County), Sherman Reservoir WMA (Sherman County), Wilkinson WMA (Platte County), and Yankee Hill WMA (Lancaster County).To view a map of the pheasant release sites, visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vb3V0ZG9vcm5lYnJhc2thLmdvdi9odW50L2dhbWUvdXBsYW5kLyIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzExMTUuODU3MDg0MDEifQ.cflwpnujdhSFjnkXS7hDALBM6jpuGD5bvsv0XZVChBc/s/497221906/br/230900575408-l" target="_blank">Upland Hunting page at OutdoorNebraska.gov</a>.The pheasants will be released to enhance hunting opportunities over the extended Thanksgiving holiday weekend and encourage families to spend time together in the field. Non-toxic shot is required at Kirkpatrick Basin North, Peru Bottoms, Randall W. Schilling, and Wilkinson WMAs, but otherwise all usual regulations apply.Nebraska’s pheasant, quail and prairie grouse seasons run through Jan. 31, 2024. Permits and applicable stamps may be purchased at&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vb3V0ZG9vcm5lYnJhc2thLmdvdi8iLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMxMTE1Ljg1NzA4NDAxIn0.yoPpKaG43YTSmGetEOIMOPxsqtUvrOUYKIokGQHJIyI/s/497221906/br/230900575408-l" target="_blank">OutdoorNebraska.gov</a>.For more information on these and other publicly accessible lands throughout Nebraska, view Game and Parks’&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vb3V0ZG9vcm5lYnJhc2thLmdvdi9ndWlkZXMtbWFwcy9wdWJsaWMtYWNjZXNzLWF0bGFzLyIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzExMTUuODU3MDg0MDEifQ.1d0D9CSWHlm77Onkch24zQ0Lap1CbYALKa-f-eRwYSQ/s/497221906/br/230900575408-l" target="_blank">Public Access Atlas</a>&nbsp;online or contact Game and Parks at 402-471-0641.

Pheasants to be released for hunting prior to Thanksgiving

&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department will be working with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Safety Administration to make sure citizens stay safe on the roads during the Thanksgiving Holiday Season. Of the 361 traffic fatalities in 2021, half were unrestrained. 

 Additional officers will be on the streets enforcing our traffic laws with an emphasis on unrestrained vehicle occupants.  Whether you’re driving out of town or just across town to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, remember that more vehicles will be on the roads than usual.  The North Platte Police Department would like to remind you to “Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time”.&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Platte Police Department&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department will be working with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Safety Administration to make sure citizens stay safe on the roads during the Thanksgiving Holiday Season. Of the 361 traffic fatalities in 2021, half were unrestrained. Additional officers will be on the streets enforcing our traffic laws with an emphasis on unrestrained vehicle occupants. Whether you’re driving out of town or just across town to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, remember that more vehicles will be on the roads than usual. The North Platte Police Department would like to remind you to “Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time”.&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fnorthplattepolice%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02DozYjbJYtFSp1cNMgLShsT7MhuQ5aNSTaHHG1ypyxX7ZkeQh859RvpJ7FGRQSh9ml&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="666" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

NPPD would like to remind residents to “Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time”.  

The Connection has applied for funding through the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority’s Low Income Housing Tax Credit CRANE project to build an affordable, quality, supportive housing development. This development is planned to be approximately forty (40) units made up of one- and two-bedroom one-bath apartments, and three-bedroom two-bath apartments, all renting at or below fair market rate and will offer services and amenities designed to improve the quality of life of tenants and help them improve their overall self-sufficiency and sustainability.&nbsp;&nbsp;

We are working with an incredible developer and an architect who have completed many of these projects and who work hard to ensure that their affordable properties invoke a sense of pride not only in their tenants but the communities in which they are placed.&nbsp;&nbsp;

We plan to provide case management services, a community garden, playground, laundry facilities, a community building, and really there is so much potential for truly beneficial services in a project like this that I cannot wait to get started on building and growing the amazing partnerships that will make those services possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The development will serve low- and moderate-income households along with those that are needing other accommodations.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Our current timeline includes groundbreaking in the fall of 2024, and we look forward to providing an additional service in our community that will certainly benefit us all.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>The Connection has applied for funding through the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority’s Low Income Housing Tax Credit CRANE project to build an affordable, quality, supportive housing development. This development is planned to be approximately forty (40) units made up of one- and two-bedroom one-bath apartments, and three-bedroom two-bath apartments, all renting at or below fair market rate and will offer services and amenities designed to improve the quality of life of tenants and help them improve their overall self-sufficiency and sustainability.&nbsp;&nbsp;We are working with an incredible developer and an architect who have completed many of these projects and who work hard to ensure that their affordable properties invoke a sense of pride not only in their tenants but the communities in which they are placed.&nbsp;&nbsp;We plan to provide case management services, a community garden, playground, laundry facilities, a community building, and really there is so much potential for truly beneficial services in a project like this that I cannot wait to get started on building and growing the amazing partnerships that will make those services possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;The development will serve low- and moderate-income households along with those that are needing other accommodations.&nbsp;&nbsp;Our current timeline includes groundbreaking in the fall of 2024, and we look forward to providing an additional service in our community that will certainly benefit us all.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Connection Homeless Shelter announces next big project, building an affordable, quality, supportive housing development

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/SecondChapterBrewing">Second Chapter Brewing</a>

Join Alan J. Bartels, author of 100 Things to Do in the Nebraska Sandhills Before You Die, for a book signing at Second Chapter Brewing in Ogallala on Saturday, November 18, from 12:00-2:00pm (mountain time)

This new book was released in 2023 and features well-known events and attractions, off-the-beaten-path curiosities, and small-town celebrations discovered through chance and dogged exploration.&nbsp;Come meet writer, photographer, lifelong Nebraskan, and travel expert Alan J. Bartels. His latest book takes readers on a tour of the region he’s loved since childhood. With 100 Things to Do in the Nebraska Sandhills Before You Die as your guide, you’ll have all the insider information needed for memorable Sandhills adventures of your own.

Bartels will also have copies of his award-winning 2018 children's book, What’s Going Down in Prairie Dog Town? with forward by Jane Goodall. Alan J. Bartels’s life took a fortunate turn when his family moved to the edge of the Sandhills in the mid-1980s. While traveling the world with the US Army following high school, all he could think of was home. 

He’s the former editor of Nebraska Life magazine and the author of What’s Going Down in Prairie Dog Town? When not exploring the Sandhills, Alan works a day job devoted to natural resources conservation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SecondChapterBrewing">Second Chapter Brewing</a>Join Alan J. Bartels, author of 100 Things to Do in the Nebraska Sandhills Before You Die, for a book signing at Second Chapter Brewing in Ogallala on Saturday, November 18, from 12:00-2:00pm (mountain time)This new book was released in 2023 and features well-known events and attractions, off-the-beaten-path curiosities, and small-town celebrations discovered through chance and dogged exploration.&nbsp;Come meet writer, photographer, lifelong Nebraskan, and travel expert Alan J. Bartels. His latest book takes readers on a tour of the region he’s loved since childhood. With 100 Things to Do in the Nebraska Sandhills Before You Die as your guide, you’ll have all the insider information needed for memorable Sandhills adventures of your own.<figure>
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 </figure>Bartels will also have copies of his award-winning 2018 children's book, What’s Going Down in Prairie Dog Town? with forward by Jane Goodall. Alan J. Bartels’s life took a fortunate turn when his family moved to the edge of the Sandhills in the mid-1980s. While traveling the world with the US Army following high school, all he could think of was home. He’s the former editor of Nebraska Life magazine and the author of What’s Going Down in Prairie Dog Town? When not exploring the Sandhills, Alan works a day job devoted to natural resources conservation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Second Chapter Brewing in Ogallala to host author Alan J. Bartels for a book signing

The Post's Derek Beck chatted with Keith County Chamber Membership and Events Coordinator Tawny Craig about the Annual Keith County Holiday Craft Fair that is going on at the fairgrounds in Ogallala tomorrow.

OGALLALA - Keith County is gearing up for the Annual Keith County Holiday Craft Fair which is taking place tomorrow at the fairgrounds in Ogallala from 9:00am -12:00 pm (mountain time zone). Around 30 vendors will be participating at this years craft fair. During the craft fair, you can expect many one of a type gifts.

For shoppers who are still wanting to explore craft fairs after finishing the Keith County Holiday Craft Fair, just 20 miles down the road, Paxton will be hosting their craft fair as well. If you would like to learn more in-depth about the Annual Keith County Holiday Craft Fair, check out podcast above.

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 </figure>The Post's Derek Beck chatted with Keith County Chamber Membership and Events Coordinator Tawny Craig about the Annual Keith County Holiday Craft Fair that is going on at the fairgrounds in Ogallala tomorrow.<div><iframe title="PODCAST - The Annual Keith County Holiday Craft Fair" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=ujcy3-14ffbf1-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>OGALLALA - Keith County is gearing up for the Annual Keith County Holiday Craft Fair which is taking place tomorrow at the fairgrounds in Ogallala from 9:00am -12:00 pm (mountain time zone). Around 30 vendors will be participating at this years craft fair. During the craft fair, you can expect many one of a type gifts.<figure>
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 </figure>For shoppers who are still wanting to explore craft fairs after finishing the Keith County Holiday Craft Fair, just 20 miles down the road, Paxton will be hosting their craft fair as well. If you would like to learn more in-depth about the Annual Keith County Holiday Craft Fair, check out podcast above.

PODCAST - The Annual Keith County Holiday Craft Fair is tomorrow

The Weekly Nebraska Outdoor Report with Nebraska Game and Parks Public Information Officer, Julie Geiser. On this episode Julie Geiser talks about preparation&nbsp;for  the closure of the Firearm Deer season and tips to stay safe.

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 </figure>The Weekly Nebraska Outdoor Report with Nebraska Game and Parks Public Information Officer, Julie Geiser. On this episode Julie Geiser talks about preparation&nbsp;for the closure of the Firearm Deer season and tips to stay safe.<div><iframe title="Outdoor Report with Julie Geiser as she prepares Nebraska for the the closure of the Firearm Deer season" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=r4zrn-14ffbae-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>

Outdoor Report with Julie Geiser as she prepares Nebraska for the the closure of the Firearm Deer season

It's the final day of the Eagle Media Holiday Auction&nbsp;and kicks off at 7am CST and continues until 7pm CST. The auction is sponsored by Nebraska Land Brokers.

&nbsp; &nbsp; See the Friday, November 17th Auction items&nbsp;<a href="https://northplatte.bigdealsmedia.net/category/4755/auction">here</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>It's the final day of the Eagle Media Holiday Auction&nbsp;and kicks off at 7am CST and continues until 7pm CST. The auction is sponsored by Nebraska Land Brokers.&nbsp; &nbsp; See the Friday, November 17th Auction items&nbsp;<a href="https://northplatte.bigdealsmedia.net/category/4755/auction">here</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Final Day of the Holiday Auction

On Monday November 13th at approximately 9:10 A.M.  Dundy County Communications received a report of a 2 vehicle Semi vs Pickup injury accident on U.S Highway 34 just west of Haigler. The Dundy County Sheriff's Office investigated the accident, and the preliminary investigation shows that the pickup was slowing to turn off the Highway when it was struck from behind by the semi. 2 adult males were transported to the Dundy County Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

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 </figure>Dundy County Sheriff's OfficeOn Monday November 13th at approximately 9:10 A.M. Dundy County Communications received a report of a 2 vehicle Semi vs Pickup injury accident on U.S Highway 34 just west of Haigler. The Dundy County Sheriff's Office investigated the accident, and the preliminary investigation shows that the pickup was slowing to turn off the Highway when it was struck from behind by the semi. 2 adult males were transported to the Dundy County Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpermalink.php%3Fstory_fbid%3Dpfbid02UD1iDxNFMk3w4Ehz1Whk9YbArWSUUYmu5d1qmmmcFYyMQyBybqVAg9Zv4HeV1aEnl%26id%3D100089561243657&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="750" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Dundy County Sheriff's Office responds to crash on Highway 34, two individuals injured

OGALLALA – 8-year-old Pryce Gette was in a severe car accident on Oct. 16th and spent time at the Children’s Hospital in Denver. Gette got the chance to return to school earlier this week. Support for the Gette family has poured in from all around the Keith County communities and surrounding counties.&nbsp;

This Friday at Crandall Creek Golf Club, the Pryce Gette Silent Auction &amp; Benefit Dinner will take place with doors for the event opening at 5:00 pm with the Cocktail Hour with dinner set to serve at 6:00 pm. The golf course is located at 359 E County Rd 85 in Ogallala. &nbsp;

The fundraiser event will feature a benefit dinner of Sloppy Joes, silent auction and a raffle basket. To preview auction items, you can follow on Facebook at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/300219709614257" target="_blank">"Pryce Gette Silent Auction &amp; Benefit Dinner"</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; The online bidding will end tomorrow, Nov. 16th at 6 pm. Highest bids will then be transferred to the in-person silent auction that will be held during the event Friday. Bidding on Friday will end at 8:00 pm. &nbsp;

For the raffle basket, tickets will be available for purchase at the fundraiser event, or you can purchase tickets at the following businesses: Buenz Gifts, Open Range, Rustic Arrow, Second Chapter Brewing, Tin Cactus &amp; Wolf Auto. The drawing for the raffle basket will be held on Dec. 3rd. The Pryce Gette Silent Auction &amp; Benefit Dinner is a free will donation, and a cash bar will be available. The proceeds from the fundraiser event will help cover expenses on Gette’s road to recovery.&nbsp;

Many businesses in Ogallala have shown support for the Gette family whether it’s donating proceeds from sales from their business or donating items for the silent auction. If you would like to follow Pryce’s progress, you can on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/prycepower?fbclid=IwAR1JrdI-lYnbz-ojG1FHAuy37DiTpjIm9NNC3J-X7qtjLeZDd6kCqYmhcyE" target="_blank">caringbridge.org</a>. A few weeks ago, Lisa Kraus, Danielle McGuire and Kelly Coggins joined Post News Director Canon Rath and chatted about the event. If you would like to hear the group's conversation and a more in-depth of the event, <a href="https://sandhillspost.com/posts/ec06e1ef-8590-489d-8c5a-541b2a31f67a">click here</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Sandhills Post&nbsp;OGALLALA – 8-year-old Pryce Gette was in a severe car accident on Oct. 16th and spent time at the Children’s Hospital in Denver. Gette got the chance to return to school earlier this week. Support for the Gette family has poured in from all around the Keith County communities and surrounding counties.&nbsp;This Friday at Crandall Creek Golf Club, the Pryce Gette Silent Auction &amp; Benefit Dinner will take place with doors for the event opening at 5:00 pm with the Cocktail Hour with dinner set to serve at 6:00 pm. The golf course is located at 359 E County Rd 85 in Ogallala. &nbsp;The fundraiser event will feature a benefit dinner of Sloppy Joes, silent auction and a raffle basket. To preview auction items, you can follow on Facebook at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/300219709614257" target="_blank">"Pryce Gette Silent Auction &amp; Benefit Dinner"</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; The online bidding will end tomorrow, Nov. 16th at 6 pm. Highest bids will then be transferred to the in-person silent auction that will be held during the event Friday. Bidding on Friday will end at 8:00 pm. &nbsp;For the raffle basket, tickets will be available for purchase at the fundraiser event, or you can purchase tickets at the following businesses: Buenz Gifts, Open Range, Rustic Arrow, Second Chapter Brewing, Tin Cactus &amp; Wolf Auto. The drawing for the raffle basket will be held on Dec. 3rd. The Pryce Gette Silent Auction &amp; Benefit Dinner is a free will donation, and a cash bar will be available. The proceeds from the fundraiser event will help cover expenses on Gette’s road to recovery.&nbsp;Many businesses in Ogallala have shown support for the Gette family whether it’s donating proceeds from sales from their business or donating items for the silent auction. If you would like to follow Pryce’s progress, you can on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/prycepower?fbclid=IwAR1JrdI-lYnbz-ojG1FHAuy37DiTpjIm9NNC3J-X7qtjLeZDd6kCqYmhcyE" target="_blank">caringbridge.org</a>. A few weeks ago, Lisa Kraus, Danielle McGuire and Kelly Coggins joined Post News Director Canon Rath and chatted about the event. If you would like to hear the group's conversation and a more in-depth of the event, <a href="https://sandhillspost.com/posts/ec06e1ef-8590-489d-8c5a-541b2a31f67a">click here</a>.&nbsp;<figure>
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Pryce Gette Silent Auction & Benefit Dinner event this Friday

Story by North Platte 80's Communication

North Platte, NE The Pecos League is proud to announce its newest team in North Platte, Nebraska. The team will be named the North Platte 80s. The Pecos League now has teams in eight states across the Western United States. The team will begin play at Bill Wood Field. The Teams website can be viewed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.northplatte80s.com/">http://www.NorthPlatte80s.com</a>.The teams 80s themed colors are Denim Blue and Corvette Red. North Platte will join the 16 team Pecos League and take the place of the the Lancaster Sound Breakers from California. The Sound Breakers set the all time Pecos League Attendance Mark, but their stadium was sold to a soccer club. A new era of baseball in North Platte, Nebraska will begin in the Summer of 2024 as the North Platte 80's was unveiled as the new name of the newest Pecos League Team. The 80's represents a baseball team in many ways. First ties the city lying on Interstate 80. The excitement and passion is Baseball's Forgotten Era: The '80s in which National League Baseball was played with no Designated Hitter as the rules are in the Pecos League. Promotional nights will include 1980's nights with 1980's music, food and uniforms. The North Platte Team will play in the Mountain Division in the 2024 season along with the Tucson Saguaros, Roswell Invaders, Alpine Cowboys, Garden City Wind, Blackwell Flycatchers, Trinidad Triggers and Santa Fe Fuego. North Platte will host Spring Training for both the Tucson Saguaros and the North Platte 80s before the two teams play the first series in North Platte. Pecos League Commissioner and Owner Andrew Dunn "We are excited to play the 2024 season in North Platte, I believe it will fit perfectly with the other cities in the league. The people are Garden City have been extremely welcoming and Clint Lightner Ballpark will continue our mission to upgrade facilities in our league. Former Tucson Saguaros Manager JD Droddy "I think it is great addition and it will be very helpful to the Northern Division. I think Nebraska is a great baseball state and Western Nebraska will be great for the Pecos League. "Nebraska Sports Genius John Scroder "I am so excited that we are getting a Pecos League in Nebraska, players and fans alike will love. We love the action here. "The North Platte 80s will finalize their coaching staff soon. The Pecos League is an independent professional baseball league which operates in cities in desert mountain regions throughout New Mexico, West Texas and Southern Colorado. Pecos Teams play in cities that do not have Major or Minor League Baseball teams and is not affiliated with either.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Story by North Platte 80's CommunicationNorth Platte, NE The Pecos League is proud to announce its newest team in North Platte, Nebraska. The team will be named the North Platte 80s. The Pecos League now has teams in eight states across the Western United States. The team will begin play at Bill Wood Field. The Teams website can be viewed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.northplatte80s.com/">http://www.NorthPlatte80s.com</a>.The teams 80s themed colors are Denim Blue and Corvette Red. North Platte will join the 16 team Pecos League and take the place of the the Lancaster Sound Breakers from California. The Sound Breakers set the all time Pecos League Attendance Mark, but their stadium was sold to a soccer club. A new era of baseball in North Platte, Nebraska will begin in the Summer of 2024 as the North Platte 80's was unveiled as the new name of the newest Pecos League Team. The 80's represents a baseball team in many ways. First ties the city lying on Interstate 80. The excitement and passion is Baseball's Forgotten Era: The '80s in which National League Baseball was played with no Designated Hitter as the rules are in the Pecos League. Promotional nights will include 1980's nights with 1980's music, food and uniforms. The North Platte Team will play in the Mountain Division in the 2024 season along with the Tucson Saguaros, Roswell Invaders, Alpine Cowboys, Garden City Wind, Blackwell Flycatchers, Trinidad Triggers and Santa Fe Fuego. North Platte will host Spring Training for both the Tucson Saguaros and the North Platte 80s before the two teams play the first series in North Platte. Pecos League Commissioner and Owner Andrew Dunn "We are excited to play the 2024 season in North Platte, I believe it will fit perfectly with the other cities in the league. The people are Garden City have been extremely welcoming and Clint Lightner Ballpark will continue our mission to upgrade facilities in our league. Former Tucson Saguaros Manager JD Droddy "I think it is great addition and it will be very helpful to the Northern Division. I think Nebraska is a great baseball state and Western Nebraska will be great for the Pecos League. "Nebraska Sports Genius John Scroder "I am so excited that we are getting a Pecos League in Nebraska, players and fans alike will love. We love the action here. "The North Platte 80s will finalize their coaching staff soon. The Pecos League is an independent professional baseball league which operates in cities in desert mountain regions throughout New Mexico, West Texas and Southern Colorado. Pecos Teams play in cities that do not have Major or Minor League Baseball teams and is not affiliated with either.&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Platte to get new baseball team, Nebraska 80's will play in the Pecos League

The Mid-Plains Community College Rodeo Team is raffling a Traeger Pro 780 Pellet Grill donated by Mike’s Motorcycle and ATV Repair in North Platte. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to help offset travel costs and other rodeo team expenses.

The Traeger Pro 780 Pellet Grill comes with built-in WiFIRE® technology, which allows users to control the grill through the Traeger App or a smart home device and provides access to over 1,600 recipes.

Mike’s Motorcycle and ATV Repair also donated a cover for the grill. Bomgaars in North Platte donated the following accessories:

Raffle tickets are $10 each. They can be purchased at the college’s welcome centers in McCook, North Platte, Broken Bow, Imperial, Ogallala and Valentine.

They are also available through the Wranglers booster committee by calling (308) 535-3606 or emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rodeo@mpcc.edu">rodeo@mpcc.edu</a>, by emailing MPCC Rodeo Team Coach&nbsp;Aukai Kaai at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kaaik@mpcc.edu">kaaik@mpcc.edu</a>&nbsp;or by contacting any MPCC Rodeo Team member.

A winner will be announced March 2 during the&nbsp;rodeo team’s annual banquet at Venue 304, in North Platte.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700145136264.jpeg" alt="Traeger Pro 780 Pellet Grill donated by Mike's Motorcycle and ATV Repair" />
 <figcaption>Traeger Pro 780 Pellet Grill donated by Mike's Motorcycle and ATV Repair</figcaption>
 </figure>Heather Johnson MPCCThe Mid-Plains Community College Rodeo Team is raffling a Traeger Pro 780 Pellet Grill donated by Mike’s Motorcycle and ATV Repair in North Platte. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to help offset travel costs and other rodeo team expenses.About the Traeger Pro 780The Traeger Pro 780 Pellet Grill comes with built-in WiFIRE® technology, which allows users to control the grill through the Traeger App or a smart home device and provides access to over 1,600 recipes.Other features include:<ul>
 <li>A meat probe</li><li>An easy-to-use controller</li><li>Porcelain-coated grill grates</li><li>All-terrain locking caster wheels</li><li>Turbo temp</li><li>Hopper cleanout</li><li>A total cooking space of 780-square-inches</li><li>A pellet hopper capacity of 18 lbs.</li><li>The ability to cook 34 burgers, six rib racks or six full chickens</li>
 </ul>Mike’s Motorcycle and ATV Repair also donated a cover for the grill. Bomgaars in North Platte donated the following accessories:<ul>
 <li>A grill brush</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>A three-piece BBQ tool set - turner, tongs and basting brush</li><li>Three bags of Traeger Premium Pellets in hickory, apple and a maple/cherry blend</li><li>A 5-gallon bucket with lid for storing pellets or marinating meat</li>
 </ul>Raffle tickets are $10 each. They can be purchased at the college’s welcome centers in McCook, North Platte, Broken Bow, Imperial, Ogallala and Valentine.They are also available through the Wranglers booster committee by calling (308) 535-3606 or emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rodeo@mpcc.edu">rodeo@mpcc.edu</a>, by emailing MPCC Rodeo Team Coach&nbsp;Aukai Kaai at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kaaik@mpcc.edu">kaaik@mpcc.edu</a>&nbsp;or by contacting any MPCC Rodeo Team member.A winner will be announced March 2 during the&nbsp;rodeo team’s annual banquet at Venue 304, in North Platte.&nbsp;

MPCC Rodeo Team raffling Traeger grill

The Mid-Plains Community College Board of Governors met for its regularly scheduled meeting at 6:30 p.m. (CST) Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023, in Room 200 of the W.W. Wood Building on the North Platte Community College North Campus, 1101 Halligan Drive, North Platte, Neb.

Board Chair Ben Lashley started the meeting with a roll call. In addition to Lashley, those present were MPCC President Ryan Purdy and Board members: Jo Etta Brown, Kirk Crawley, Ernie Mehl, Kent Miller, Kim Korgan, Tyler Pribbeno and Tricia Schaffer. Board members Matthew Broz, Cynthia Duncan and Ted Klug Jr. were absent.

Also present was MCC student trustee Graci Nelson. NPCC student trustee Reece Halley was absent.

2. OPEN FORUM (Comments from students, faculty, staff, public and Board)

a. MCC student trustee Graci Nelson reported on student activities in McCook.

b. MPCC President Ryan Purdy reminded the Board of the National Legislative Summit in Washington, D.C. Feb. 4-7.

3. CONSENT ITEMS.&nbsp;On a single consent motion, the board approved:

a. Minutes from the Oct. 18 Board work session, hearings and regular meeting.

b. The preliminary financial report for October.

a. The Board approved bills for October in the amount of $2,157,896.28.

b. The Board approved the 2024-25 tuition and fees at the same rates as for 2023-24.

c. The Board approved the housing and food rates as presented, which included an increase of $100 per semester for housing and an 8% increase in food costs per semester.

d. The Board approved 2024 membership dues for the Nebraska Community College Association (NCCA) in the amount of $74,865.03.

e. The Board approved the audit report as presented by Dana F. Cole &amp; Company in the Board’s work session.

f. The Board approved the Health and Science Center (HASC) Expansion Donor Recognition Report as presented.

a. The Board heard an enrollment report from Vice President of Student Affairs and MCC Kelly Rippen.

b. Cabinet Reports: The Board heard reports from MPCC President Ryan Purdy, Vice President of Academic Affairs and NPCC Dr. Jody Tomanek, Vice President of Student Affairs and MCC Kelly Rippen, Director of Institutional Effectiveness Tad Pfeifer, Director of Human Resources Rebecca Wrage, Director of Institutional Advancement Jake Rissler and Director of Marketing and Public Information Daniel Stinman.

a. The Board went into closed session at 7:41 p.m. to discuss negotiations. The Board reconvened in open session at 8:05 p.m. No action was taken.

Upon hearing no further business, the Board moved to adjourn at 8:05 p.m. The next Board meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Dec. 20 in North Platte.

1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALLThe Mid-Plains Community College Board of Governors met for its regularly scheduled meeting at 6:30 p.m. (CST) Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023, in Room 200 of the W.W. Wood Building on the North Platte Community College North Campus, 1101 Halligan Drive, North Platte, Neb.Board Chair Ben Lashley started the meeting with a roll call. In addition to Lashley, those present were MPCC President Ryan Purdy and Board members: Jo Etta Brown, Kirk Crawley, Ernie Mehl, Kent Miller, Kim Korgan, Tyler Pribbeno and Tricia Schaffer. Board members Matthew Broz, Cynthia Duncan and Ted Klug Jr. were absent.Also present was MCC student trustee Graci Nelson. NPCC student trustee Reece Halley was absent.2. OPEN FORUM (Comments from students, faculty, staff, public and Board)a. MCC student trustee Graci Nelson reported on student activities in McCook.b. MPCC President Ryan Purdy reminded the Board of the National Legislative Summit in Washington, D.C. Feb. 4-7.3. CONSENT ITEMS.&nbsp;On a single consent motion, the board approved:a. Minutes from the Oct. 18 Board work session, hearings and regular meeting.b. The preliminary financial report for October.4. ACTIONS REQUIRED BY LAWa. The Board approved bills for October in the amount of $2,157,896.28.b. The Board approved the 2024-25 tuition and fees at the same rates as for 2023-24.c. The Board approved the housing and food rates as presented, which included an increase of $100 per semester for housing and an 8% increase in food costs per semester.d. The Board approved 2024 membership dues for the Nebraska Community College Association (NCCA) in the amount of $74,865.03.e. The Board approved the audit report as presented by Dana F. Cole &amp; Company in the Board’s work session.f. The Board approved the Health and Science Center (HASC) Expansion Donor Recognition Report as presented.5. REPORTSa. The Board heard an enrollment report from Vice President of Student Affairs and MCC Kelly Rippen.b. Cabinet Reports: The Board heard reports from MPCC President Ryan Purdy, Vice President of Academic Affairs and NPCC Dr. Jody Tomanek, Vice President of Student Affairs and MCC Kelly Rippen, Director of Institutional Effectiveness Tad Pfeifer, Director of Human Resources Rebecca Wrage, Director of Institutional Advancement Jake Rissler and Director of Marketing and Public Information Daniel Stinman.6. CLOSED SESSIONa. The Board went into closed session at 7:41 p.m. to discuss negotiations. The Board reconvened in open session at 8:05 p.m. No action was taken.7. ADJOURNMENT&nbsp;&nbsp;Upon hearing no further business, the Board moved to adjourn at 8:05 p.m. The next Board meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Dec. 20 in North Platte.FUTURE REPORTS<ul>
 <li>February – Retention and Enrollment</li><li>March – Program Scorecard</li><li>March – Three-year Instructional Equipment Plan</li><li>April – Quarterly Facilities Master Plan</li><li>April – Quarterly Financial Report</li><li>April – Three-year Capital Improvement Plan</li><li>May – CCPE Program Reviews</li><li>July – Quarterly Facilities Master Plan</li><li>July – Quarterly Financial Report</li><li>July – Institutional Advancement and Grants</li><li>September – Annual Report</li><li>October – Quarterly FMP Report</li><li>October – Quarterly Financial Report</li><li>November – Auditor’s Report</li><li>November – Retention and Enrollment</li>
 </ul>UPCOMING MEETINGS<ul>
 <li>Dec. 20 – Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Room 200, W.W. Wood Building, North Platte Community College North Campus</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Jan. 17 - Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Room 200, W.W. Wood Building, North Platte Community College North Campus</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Feb. 4-7 National Legislative Summit, Washington, D.C.</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Feb. 21 - Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Room 200, W.W. Wood Building, North Platte Community College North Campus</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>March 20 - Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Room 200, W.W. Wood Building, North Platte Community College North Campus</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>April 17 - Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Room 200, W.W. Wood Building, North Platte Community College North Campus</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>May 15 - Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Valentine Community Campus</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>July 17 - Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Room 200, W.W. Wood Building, North Platte Community College North Campus</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Aug. 21 - Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Room 200, W.W. Wood Building, North Platte Community College North Campus</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Sept. 25 - Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Room 200, W.W. Wood Building, North Platte Community College North Campus</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Oct. 23 - Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. McCook Community College, McMillen Hall #213</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Nov. 20 - Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Room 200, W.W. Wood Building, North Platte Community College North Campus</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Dec. 18 - Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Room 200, W.W. Wood Building, North Platte Community College North Campus&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>

MPCC Board of Governors meeting wrap up repor

Robert Smith, of Culbertson, receives the keys to the 2023 North Platte Community College raffle car from automotive instructor Bryan Herrick Wednesday morning. Smith won the drawing for the 1972 Pontiac Le Mans Sport in September but was not present for the announcement.

The Le Mans is the 18th raffle vehicle produced by the college’s Transportation Division. It was restored by students in the Automotive Technology and Auto Body Technology programs.

A total of 5,959 tickets were sold this year. Proceeds will go toward scholarships for students in the college’s transportation programs and to help offset the cost of producing the next raffle car project.

Heather Johnson NPCCRobert Smith, of Culbertson, receives the keys to the 2023 North Platte Community College raffle car from automotive instructor Bryan Herrick Wednesday morning. Smith won the drawing for the 1972 Pontiac Le Mans Sport in September but was not present for the announcement.The Le Mans is the 18th raffle vehicle produced by the college’s Transportation Division. It was restored by students in the Automotive Technology and Auto Body Technology programs.A total of 5,959 tickets were sold this year. Proceeds will go toward scholarships for students in the college’s transportation programs and to help offset the cost of producing the next raffle car project.

 NPCC raffle car heads to new home

Mid-Plains Community College will close at 3 p.m. Nov. 22 and remain closed through Nov. 26 for Thanksgiving break.

That includes all campuses in McCook, North Platte, Broken Bow, Imperial, Ogallala and Valentine. The college will reopen to the public and resume classes Nov. 27.

Heather Johnson MPCCMid-Plains Community College will close at 3 p.m. Nov. 22 and remain closed through Nov. 26 for Thanksgiving break.That includes all campuses in McCook, North Platte, Broken Bow, Imperial, Ogallala and Valentine. The college will reopen to the public and resume classes Nov. 27.

 MPCC to observe Thanksgiving holiday

The Eagle Media Holiday Auction is heading into day 2 and kicks off at 7am CST and continues until 7pm CST.&nbsp;The auction will roll again at the same time tomorrow, sponsored by Nebraska Land Brokers.

&nbsp; See the Thursday, November 16th Auction items&nbsp;<a href="https://northplatte.bigdealsmedia.net/category/4755/auction">here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700017073440.png" alt="<a href="https://northplatte.bigdealsmedia.net/category/4755/auction">Click here to enter the auction</a>" />
 <figcaption><a href="https://northplatte.bigdealsmedia.net/category/4755/auction">Click here to enter the auction</a></figcaption>
 </figure>The Eagle Media Holiday Auction is heading into day 2 and kicks off at 7am CST and continues until 7pm CST.&nbsp;The auction will roll again at the same time tomorrow, sponsored by Nebraska Land Brokers.&nbsp; See the Thursday, November 16th Auction items&nbsp;<a href="https://northplatte.bigdealsmedia.net/category/4755/auction">here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Day 2 of the Holiday Auction 

North Platte Community College’s music department will host its annual holiday concert Dec. 6. This year’s theme is “Holiday Knights.”

The event is free and open to the public. It will feature performances by NPCC’s jazz band, the Jazzy Knights, and the college’s choir, the Knightly Singers.

“This will be a solid holiday concert, sharing music we are familiar with at this time of year,” said&nbsp;Kristin Simpson, NPCC music instructor.

The following musicians will be showcased:

The concert will&nbsp;begin at 7 p.m. in the McDonald-Belton Theater on the NPCC South Campus, 601 W. State Farm Rd., in North Platte.

NPCC’s chapter of the&nbsp;National Association for Music Education will have a jackpot drawing that night. Tickets can be purchased at the door at a cost of $1 each or six for $5. Individuals don’t have to be present to win.

The concert will be followed by a reception and refreshments in the fireplace area outside the theater.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700062394057.jpeg" alt=" North Platte Community College student Anja Tejral performs at a fall concert. NPCC’s music department will present its annual holiday concert Dec. 6. " />
 <figcaption> North Platte Community College student Anja Tejral performs at a fall concert. NPCC’s music department will present its annual holiday concert Dec. 6. </figcaption>
 </figure>North Platte Community College’s music department will host its annual holiday concert Dec. 6. This year’s theme is “Holiday Knights.”The event is free and open to the public. It will feature performances by NPCC’s jazz band, the Jazzy Knights, and the college’s choir, the Knightly Singers.“This will be a solid holiday concert, sharing music we are familiar with at this time of year,” said&nbsp;Kristin Simpson, NPCC music instructor.The following musicians will be showcased:<ul>
 <li>Gothenburg - Dustin Cartmill, Forrest Millsap</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Imperial - LaReina Colton</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>McCook - Trenton Emmons</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>North Platte – Leah Allen, Nathanial Allen, Morgan Greenwood, Don Kurre, Breanna Lundgreen, Forrest Millsap, Colby Munson, Sophia Perez, Lisa Picket, Anja Tejral, Uriel Wiezorek</li>
 </ul>The concert will&nbsp;begin at 7 p.m. in the McDonald-Belton Theater on the NPCC South Campus, 601 W. State Farm Rd., in North Platte.NPCC’s chapter of the&nbsp;National Association for Music Education will have a jackpot drawing that night. Tickets can be purchased at the door at a cost of $1 each or six for $5. Individuals don’t have to be present to win.The concert will be followed by a reception and refreshments in the fireplace area outside the theater.

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