North Platte, NE&nbsp;– NebraskaLand Bank is thrilled to announce a special autograph signing event to kick off the annual NEBRASKAland DAYS Celebration. Join us for a meet and greet with Rodeo Royalty on Tuesday, June 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at our Westfield Branch location in the Westfield Shopping Center at 1801 West A Street.

Join us for this family-friendly event featuring Miss Rodeo Nebraska, JoSee Saults, and North Platte’s own Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska, Maci Cox. We are also honored to welcome State Rodeo Queens from nine different states, including the esteemed Miss Rodeo America, Emma Cameron.

Don’t miss out on this unique chance to meet some of the most talented and inspiring Rodeo Queens from across the nation. Bring your family and friends to help us give them a warm North Platte welcome!

NebraskaLand BankNorth Platte, NE&nbsp;– NebraskaLand Bank is thrilled to announce a special autograph signing event to kick off the annual NEBRASKAland DAYS Celebration. Join us for a meet and greet with Rodeo Royalty on Tuesday, June 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at our Westfield Branch location in the Westfield Shopping Center at 1801 West A Street.Join us for this family-friendly event featuring Miss Rodeo Nebraska, JoSee Saults, and North Platte’s own Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska, Maci Cox. We are also honored to welcome State Rodeo Queens from nine different states, including the esteemed Miss Rodeo America, Emma Cameron.Don’t miss out on this unique chance to meet some of the most talented and inspiring Rodeo Queens from across the nation. Bring your family and friends to help us give them a warm North Platte welcome!

Meet Rodeo Royalty on Tuesday in North Platte

North Platte, Neb. - 7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee Shop in North Platte is officially open and ready to serve. The drive-thru coffee shop is the latest addition to District 177.&nbsp;

A study line of cars has been keeping the staff at 7 Brew working and offer many different beverages choices from the "7 originals", cold brews, smoothies and so much more. The drive-through coffee shop also has a rewards program, and guests can earn points towards a free drink. To check out 7 Brew full menu,<a href="https://7brew.com/menu/" target="_blank"> click here</a>.&nbsp;

7 Brew began working on its North Platte location in the middle of April and completed construction towards the end of May. The coffee shop is at 909 South Dewey Street in North Platte.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718032915615.jpeg" alt="Seven Brew (Photo taken by Canon Rath/POST)" />
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 </figure>North Platte PostNorth Platte, Neb. - 7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee Shop in North Platte is officially open and ready to serve. The drive-thru coffee shop is the latest addition to District 177.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718033200691.jpeg" alt="7 Brew Grand Opening sign (Photo taken by Canon Rath/POST)" />
 <figcaption>7 Brew Grand Opening sign (Photo taken by Canon Rath/POST)</figcaption>
 </figure>A study line of cars has been keeping the staff at 7 Brew working and offer many different beverages choices from the "7 originals", cold brews, smoothies and so much more. The drive-through coffee shop also has a rewards program, and guests can earn points towards a free drink. To check out 7 Brew full menu,<a href="https://7brew.com/menu/" target="_blank"> click here</a>.&nbsp;7 Brew began working on its North Platte location in the middle of April and completed construction towards the end of May. The coffee shop is at 909 South Dewey Street in North Platte.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718033923260.jpeg" alt="7 Brew drive-thru (Taken by Canon Rath/POST)" />
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7 Brew Coffee in North Platte is open and ready to serve

North Platte, Neb. - The 2024 Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska's Teen were announced on Saturday as Raechel Warren of Omaha was crowned Miss Nebraska 2024 and Janae Harris of Omaha was crowned Miss Nebraska's Teen. 30 women competed the event which took place at North Platte High School.&nbsp;

For Warren, this is her 10th year in the Miss America program and says this is a dream come true after winning the title on Saturday night. She also wants to use this opportunity to represent Nebraska and promote her platform, "Encouraging youth to discover their passion and purpose by championing mentorship, encouraging community and creating opportunity for self-discovery."&nbsp;

Harris is preparing to start her senior year at Millard North where she is a member of the lacrosse team and is a participant in Millard North's STEM program, which allows students to take college courses. This was Harris' 3rd time ever competing in a pageant and it is a real honor to be crowned the 2024 Miss Nebraska's Teen.&nbsp;

On Monday, POST News Director Canon Rath got the chance to chat with Raechel Warren and Janae Harris. The trio discussed more in depth on how the competition went, learn more about the winners and so much more. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption><a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a></figcaption>
 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - The 2024 Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska's Teen were announced on Saturday as Raechel Warren of Omaha was crowned Miss Nebraska 2024 and Janae Harris of Omaha was crowned Miss Nebraska's Teen. 30 women competed the event which took place at North Platte High School.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718031018438.jpeg" alt="L-R: Raechel Warren, 2024 Miss Nebraska and Janae Harris, 2024 Miss Teen Nebraska (Photo taken by Canon Rath/POST)" />
 <figcaption>L-R: Raechel Warren, 2024 Miss Nebraska and Janae Harris, 2024 Miss Teen Nebraska (Photo taken by Canon Rath/POST)</figcaption>
 </figure>For Warren, this is her 10th year in the Miss America program and says this is a dream come true after winning the title on Saturday night. She also wants to use this opportunity to represent Nebraska and promote her platform, "Encouraging youth to discover their passion and purpose by championing mentorship, encouraging community and creating opportunity for self-discovery."&nbsp;Harris is preparing to start her senior year at Millard North where she is a member of the lacrosse team and is a participant in Millard North's STEM program, which allows students to take college courses. This was Harris' 3rd time ever competing in a pageant and it is a real honor to be crowned the 2024 Miss Nebraska's Teen.&nbsp;On Monday, POST News Director Canon Rath got the chance to chat with Raechel Warren and Janae Harris. The trio discussed more in depth on how the competition went, learn more about the winners and so much more. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) Meet the 2024 Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska Teen!" 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=ex367-1639d2f-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>

(Audio) Meet the 2024 Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska's Teen!

The North Platte Police Department participated in the “And Then It Clicked”, high visibility, traffic enforcement campaign from May 20th 2024 to June 2nd, 2024.  Department wide, North Platte Police Officers had 263 traffic contacts. 

 Eighty-three drivers were issued citations.  Seventeen citations were issued for seatbelt violations.  Twenty-seven citations were issued for speeding violations, Eleven citations were issued for traffic control violations.  Two people were issued citations for reckless driving.  Eleven drivers were ticketed for operator’s license violations.  Six drivers were arrested for Driving Under the Influence of alcohol.  Four people were cited for possession of marijuana and approximately 55 grams of marijuana were seized.

North Platte Police DepartmentThe North Platte Police Department participated in the “And Then It Clicked”, high visibility, traffic enforcement campaign from May 20th 2024 to June 2nd, 2024. Department wide, North Platte Police Officers had 263 traffic contacts. Eighty-three drivers were issued citations. Seventeen citations were issued for seatbelt violations. Twenty-seven citations were issued for speeding violations, Eleven citations were issued for traffic control violations. Two people were issued citations for reckless driving. Eleven drivers were ticketed for operator’s license violations. Six drivers were arrested for Driving Under the Influence of alcohol. Four people were cited for possession of marijuana and approximately 55 grams of marijuana were seized.

North Platte Police participated in “And Then It Clicked” campaign

ALFONSO PEREZ, 45, BLAIR, NEBRASKA AND NORA BECERRA DE LA ROSA, 34, BLAIR, NEBRASKA

JOSEPH SOLAMINE RIVERA, 25, NORTH PLATTE AND MARISA CHRISTINE GARCIA, 23, NORTH PLATTE

COLBY RAY PELL, 43, NORTH PLATTE AND NICOLE RENAE GRUBER, 41, NORTH PLATTE

JACOB LEE DEAN LEWELLYN, 21, NORTH PLATTE AND JASMINE NOEL FINCH, 25, NORTH PLATTE

JOEL EUGENE ENGLER, 44, NORTH PLATTE AND KATLIN ELIZABETH DECOSTA, 42, PORTSMOUTH, RHODE ISLAND

CALVIN CURTIS ANDERSON, 37, NORTH PLATTE AND SAMANTHA JO BRENNAN, 35, NORTH PLATTE

TYLER MICHAEL OTZEL, 33, NORTH PLATTE AND JANELLE RENEE HOATSON, 30, NORTH PLATTE

ALFONSO PEREZ, 45, BLAIR, NEBRASKA AND NORA BECERRA DE LA ROSA, 34, BLAIR, NEBRASKAJOSEPH SOLAMINE RIVERA, 25, NORTH PLATTE AND MARISA CHRISTINE GARCIA, 23, NORTH PLATTECOLBY RAY PELL, 43, NORTH PLATTE AND NICOLE RENAE GRUBER, 41, NORTH PLATTEJACOB LEE DEAN LEWELLYN, 21, NORTH PLATTE AND JASMINE NOEL FINCH, 25, NORTH PLATTEJOEL EUGENE ENGLER, 44, NORTH PLATTE AND KATLIN ELIZABETH DECOSTA, 42, PORTSMOUTH, RHODE ISLANDCALVIN CURTIS ANDERSON, 37, NORTH PLATTE AND SAMANTHA JO BRENNAN, 35, NORTH PLATTETYLER MICHAEL OTZEL, 33, NORTH PLATTE AND JANELLE RENEE HOATSON, 30, NORTH PLATTE

Marriage Licenses For Lincoln County (Week of June 3rd)

North Platte, Ne - The first Queens of Nebraskaland Days were crowned Saturday night after three nights of intense competition, Raechel Warren, Miss Douglas County, was crowned Miss Nebraska 2024, and Janae Harris, Miss Lincoln, earned the title of Miss Nebraska’s Teen 2024.  30 women competed in the prestigious event, showcasing their talents and achievements at North Platte High School.

Warren took home many preliminary awards during the week including winning the evening gown on Thursday night and talent on Friday night. As the new Miss Nebraska, Raechel Warren's&nbsp;Service Initiative is Passion to Purpose.&nbsp;“Encouraging youth to discover their passion and purpose by championing mentorship, encouraging community, and creating opportunity for self-discovery.“

The top five contestants for Miss Nebraska were:

The top five for Miss Nebraska’s Teen were:

Like Warren, Janae Harris won multiple preliminary competitions this week including the evening gown on Thursday night and talent award on Friday.&nbsp;

Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska's Teen will stay in North Platte this week as Nebraskaland Days kicks off. They'll be at many events taking pictures, signing autographs and as support for the Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant that starts Sunday.&nbsp;

North Platte, Ne - The first Queens of Nebraskaland Days were crowned Saturday night after three nights of intense competition, Raechel Warren, Miss Douglas County, was crowned Miss Nebraska 2024, and Janae Harris, Miss Lincoln, earned the title of Miss Nebraska’s Teen 2024. 30 women competed in the prestigious event, showcasing their talents and achievements at North Platte High School.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717938718791.jpeg" alt="(Misss Douglas County) Raechel Warren new Miss Nebraska being crowned Saturday night (photo courtesty of Miss Nebraska Scholarship Organization Facebook)" />
 <figcaption>(Misss Douglas County) Raechel Warren new Miss Nebraska being crowned Saturday night (photo courtesty of Miss Nebraska Scholarship Organization Facebook)</figcaption>
 </figure>Warren took home many preliminary awards during the week including winning the evening gown on Thursday night and talent on Friday night. As the new Miss Nebraska, Raechel Warren's&nbsp;Service Initiative is Passion to Purpose.&nbsp;“Encouraging youth to discover their passion and purpose by championing mentorship, encouraging community, and creating opportunity for self-discovery.“The top five contestants for Miss Nebraska were:<ol>
 <li>Raechel Warren - Miss Douglas County</li><li>Alayna Wilson - Miss Omaha</li><li>Aubrey Grasz - Miss Midwest</li><li>Phoenix Stanford - Miss Lincoln</li><li>Courtney Pelland - Miss Capital City</li>
 </ol><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fphoto%2F%3Ffbid%3D1032324608269017%26set%3Da.710239247144223&show_text=true&width=500&preview=comet_preview" width="500" height="492" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>The top five for Miss Nebraska’s Teen were:<ol>
 <li>Janae Harris - Miss Lincoln’s Teen</li><li>Clara Johnson - Miss Douglas County’s Teen</li><li>Ally Parker - Miss Omaha’s Teen</li><li>Abi Howard - Miss Capital City’s Teen</li><li>Ella-Kathryn Anderson - Miss Panhandle’s Teen</li>
 </ol>Like Warren, Janae Harris won multiple preliminary competitions this week including the evening gown on Thursday night and talent award on Friday.&nbsp;Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska's Teen will stay in North Platte this week as Nebraskaland Days kicks off. They'll be at many events taking pictures, signing autographs and as support for the Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant that starts Sunday.&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmissnebraskaorg%2Fvideos%2F719337283554415%2F&show_text=true&width=267&t=0" width="267" height="591" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div>

Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska's Teen 2024 Crowned

North Platte, Ne - The Miss Rodeo Nebraska and Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska competition begins Sunday at the Wild West Arena in North Platte. Nebraska is one of the only States that host their competition and pageant during a big rodeo event like the Buffalo Bill Rodeo at Nebraskaland Days according to 2010 Miss Rodeo Nebraska, Michelle Boeshart-Whitson. Whitson, who is the current MRN President says "we definetley set the bar, I think thats testimony to the amount of State Rodeo Queens that want to come to our pageant because they don't get a big stage from their own state."

She went on to say the the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant "tries to replicate the Miss Rodeo America Pageant that all these girls will compete at if they win during the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas."

Derek Beck hosted Whitson for an enlightening conversation ahead of the program this week. Enjoy the chat sponsored by <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">North Platte Kubota.</a>

North Platte, Ne - The Miss Rodeo Nebraska and Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska competition begins Sunday at the Wild West Arena in North Platte. Nebraska is one of the only States that host their competition and pageant during a big rodeo event like the Buffalo Bill Rodeo at Nebraskaland Days according to 2010 Miss Rodeo Nebraska, Michelle Boeshart-Whitson. Whitson, who is the current MRN President says "we definetley set the bar, I think thats testimony to the amount of State Rodeo Queens that want to come to our pageant because they don't get a big stage from their own state."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717794204092.jpeg" alt="Michelle Boeshart-Whitson (Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2010)" />
 <figcaption>Michelle Boeshart-Whitson (Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2010)</figcaption>
 </figure>She went on to say the the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant "tries to replicate the Miss Rodeo America Pageant that all these girls will compete at if they win during the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717794076983.jpeg" alt="<a href="https://northplattepost.com/posts/ed0a8c12-2e31-4cb2-a1d8-03117775b155">Meet The Contestants</a>" />
 <figcaption><a href="https://northplattepost.com/posts/ed0a8c12-2e31-4cb2-a1d8-03117775b155">Meet The Contestants</a></figcaption>
 </figure>Derek Beck hosted Whitson for an enlightening conversation ahead of the program this week. Enjoy the chat sponsored by <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">North Platte Kubota.</a><div><iframe title="Miss Rodeo Nebraska Contest ready to start on Sunday; Former Miss Rodeo Nebraska says the 2024 contest could be one for the books" 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=yj6f4-1636806-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><figure>
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Miss Rodeo Nebraska Contest ready to start on Sunday; Former Miss Rodeo Nebraska says the 2024 contest could be one for the books (Podcast)

Ogallala, Ne - The 2024 Keith County Big Give is off to a great start. After one week they've achieved their first goal. The first goal was a $5,000 addition to a $75,000 match; the community needed to raise $175,000 by 5pm on Friday, June 6 for the $,5000 addition to be added. As of 10am that day, the number already stood north of $177,000. In our North Platte Kubota Podcast Derek Beck speaks with Caitlyn Fuller about the event and how you can donate to over 35 different Keith County non-profits.

(BELOW is conversation between Derek Beck and Caitlyn Fuller with Keith County Big Give)

Keith County Big Give is a collaborative community effort focused on building a better community, together. &nbsp;

By focusing on common unity in our community, the residents, friends, and fans of Keith County can come together and build a better, stronger community with a robust and engaged giving base that ultimately helps the entire community thrive. &nbsp;Keith County Big Give is an opportunity to support and celebrate Keith County nonprofit organizations through a single online giving platform that will accept donations between June 1 and June 15, 2024. &nbsp;Donations may also be made by check or cash.

The fourth annual Keith County Big Give is presented by the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithcountyfoundation.org/">Keith County Foundation Fund (KCFF)</a>&nbsp;in partnership with Keith County nonprofit organizations. &nbsp;For 2024, every donation has an extra impact because participating nonprofit organizations will also get a proportional share of the total match funds of at least&nbsp;$75,000!

The primary goals for the 2024 Keith County Big Give are to:

Give through midnight on Saturday, June 15 at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithcountybiggive.org/">https://www.keithcountybiggive.org/</a>

Ogallala, Ne - The 2024 Keith County Big Give is off to a great start. After one week they've achieved their first goal. The first goal was a $5,000 addition to a $75,000 match; the community needed to raise $175,000 by 5pm on Friday, June 6 for the $,5000 addition to be added. As of 10am that day, the number already stood north of $177,000. In our North Platte Kubota Podcast Derek Beck speaks with Caitlyn Fuller about the event and how you can donate to over 35 different Keith County non-profits.(BELOW is conversation between Derek Beck and Caitlyn Fuller with Keith County Big Give)<div><iframe title="Keith County Big Give hits first goal, continues through June 15" 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=bk295-16361fd-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><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655346441244.png" alt="<a href="http://www.npkubota.com">Post Podcasts sponsored by North Platte Kubota</a>" />
 <figcaption><a href="http://www.npkubota.com">Post Podcasts sponsored by North Platte Kubota</a></figcaption>
 </figure>Keith County Big Give is a collaborative community effort focused on building a better community, together. &nbsp;By focusing on common unity in our community, the residents, friends, and fans of Keith County can come together and build a better, stronger community with a robust and engaged giving base that ultimately helps the entire community thrive. &nbsp;Keith County Big Give is an opportunity to support and celebrate Keith County nonprofit organizations through a single online giving platform that will accept donations between June 1 and June 15, 2024. &nbsp;Donations may also be made by check or cash.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717777826349.jpeg" alt="Ogallala Mural downtown Ogallala" />
 <figcaption>Ogallala Mural downtown Ogallala</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth annual Keith County Big Give is presented by the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithcountyfoundation.org/">Keith County Foundation Fund (KCFF)</a>&nbsp;in partnership with Keith County nonprofit organizations. &nbsp;For 2024, every donation has an extra impact because participating nonprofit organizations will also get a proportional share of the total match funds of at least&nbsp;$75,000!The primary goals for the 2024 Keith County Big Give are to:<ul>
 <li>Raise over $300,000 for participating organizations through donations, matching funds, and prizes</li><li>Introduce new donors to local nonprofit organizations and engage at least 500 donors.</li><li>Ensure the Keith County Big Give is self-sustaining by increasing involvement from the participating organizations.</li>
 </ul>Give through midnight on Saturday, June 15 at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithcountybiggive.org/">https://www.keithcountybiggive.org/</a>

Keith County Big Give hits first goal, continues through June 15 (Audio)

North Platte, Neb. - The Mid-Plains United Way will be making changes as the tractor pull will be pulled and will instead be a tractor show on June 18th during NebraskaLand Days. Akrs will be showing off tractors, Kona Ice will be on site and more.&nbsp;

Earlier in the week, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Haven Smith, Mid-Plains United Way Executive Director about the tractor show and the campaign goal. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption><a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a></figcaption>
 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - The Mid-Plains United Way will be making changes as the tractor pull will be pulled and will instead be a tractor show on June 18th during NebraskaLand Days. Akrs will be showing off tractors, Kona Ice will be on site and more.&nbsp;Earlier in the week, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Haven Smith, Mid-Plains United Way Executive Director about the tractor show and the campaign goal. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) Mid-Plains United Way weekly chat" 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=vjuyc-1634ce2-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>

(Audio) Mid-Plains United Way weekly chat

&nbsp; North Platte, Neb. - The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association is gearing up to kick off the 2024 Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant which begins Sunday, June 9th and runs through Tuesday, June 12th. This year Miss Rodeo Nebraska is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">JoSee Saults</a>&nbsp;of Big Springs, Nebraska and Miss Teen Rodeo is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">Maci Cox</a>&nbsp;of North Platte.&nbsp; &nbsp;

This year, competing in the Miss Teen section includes Jaelyn Himmelberg of Blue Hill, NE, Maysen Merritt of NE and&nbsp;Sophia Schemper of Loomis. The Miss Nebraska contestants are Danielle Forster of Smithfield, NE, Ashlyn Mohling of Glenvil, NE and Brylee Thompson of Hershey.&nbsp;Too learn more about this year's contestants, check out their bios below.

Jaelyn Himmelberg is the 18-year-old daughter of Cassandra Himmelberg and John Himmelberg of Blue Hill, NE. She will be a freshman at Doane University in the fall majoring in biology with an emphasis on a Pre-Physician Assistant route. Jaelyn will continue her passion for dance at the collegiate level as a member of the Doane University Dance team. 

It is Jaelyn’s goal to return to rural Nebraska to practice as a Physician Assistant and serve the small Nebraska communities that have supported her.  Jaelyn also aspires to open a hippotherapy clinic to assist children and young adults with special needs, connecting her love of horses and her desire to help and serve others.

Maysen Merritt is a born and raised Nebraska cowgirl who loves to serve the Lord and everyone around her. She is the youngest daughter of Zach and Wendy Merritt. Maysen is the youngest generation living on her family’s ranch. 

 She is active in FFA and Quiz Bowl and loves to read in her spare time.  One of her favorite things is her horse Rosie, and they have competed in queen competitions, moved cows, went to many brandings, and cleared the arena at ranch rodeos.

Sophia Schemper is the 15-year-old of Jared and Dawn Schemper. She will be a sophomore at Loomis High School this fall, where she is active in volleyball, basketball, track, band, cheer, and FFA.  Sophia is an honor roll student and in the High Ability Learners program. 

 Outside of school, she is active in church youth group, 4-H, and Nebraska High School Rodeo, where she was a two-time National Finals qualifier in Junior High. When not busy with activities, she loves spending time on the lake with family.&nbsp;

Danielle Forster is the 24-year-old daughter of Kevin and Kim Forster of Smithfield, NE.  She is currently a second-year master’s student pursuing a degree in animal science with a specialization in extension and education at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

 Alongside her studies, Danielle serves as the UNL Horse Judging Coach and actively participates in the Animal Science Graduate Student Association.  She is also involved in her hometown rodeo club, where she coordinates the Elwood Rodeo Queen Pageant. In her free time, Danielle enjoys reading, collecting records, and cherishing moments with family and friends.

Ashlyn Mohling is the 22-year-old daughter of Brett and Heather Mohling from Glenvil, NE. She was raised on her family’s farming and commercial cow-calf operation.  She also grew up riding and showing her horses through 4-H and other organizations in various disciplines. Her experiences within the equine industry are what inspired her to further her education in animal care.

  In 2022, she graduated from the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture with an associate’s degree in veterinary technology. Since graduating, she has been practicing as a licensed veterinary technician at a mixed animal practice in south-central Nebraska.  When not working with animals, Ashlyn can be found baking, crafting, and spending time with her two cats, her friends, and her family.&nbsp;

Brylee Thompson is a 20-year-old from Hershey, Nebraska. She is a recent graduate from Mid Plains Community College in North Platte, where she achieved her business degree with an emphasis in entrepreneurship.  While at Mid Plains Community College, she was a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and named November Business Student of the month. 

 Brylee’s goals are to work in the agricultural industry and own her own business that would allow her to travel and support the sport of rodeo.  Brylee’s life goal is to always spread kindness and lift others up.  She wants to be a person who focuses on the positive in every aspect of her life.&nbsp;

&nbsp; North Platte, Neb. - The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association is gearing up to kick off the 2024 Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant which begins Sunday, June 9th and runs through Tuesday, June 12th. This year Miss Rodeo Nebraska is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">JoSee Saults</a>&nbsp;of Big Springs, Nebraska and Miss Teen Rodeo is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">Maci Cox</a>&nbsp;of North Platte.&nbsp; &nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMissRodeoNebraska%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0TNXgxLhSsNESfLwFqyCBqT2hsG6VEUcbcFH2QYTUUeiMKfcUmLEPfxxZrt6xZD73l&show_text=true&width=500&preview=comet_preview" width="500" height="460" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>This year, competing in the Miss Teen section includes Jaelyn Himmelberg of Blue Hill, NE, Maysen Merritt of NE and&nbsp;Sophia Schemper of Loomis. The Miss Nebraska contestants are Danielle Forster of Smithfield, NE, Ashlyn Mohling of Glenvil, NE and Brylee Thompson of Hershey.&nbsp;Too learn more about this year's contestants, check out their bios below.Miss Teen Nebraska Contestants&nbsp;Jaelyn Himmelberg&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Jaelyn Himmelberg is the 18-year-old daughter of Cassandra Himmelberg and John Himmelberg of Blue Hill, NE. She will be a freshman at Doane University in the fall majoring in biology with an emphasis on a Pre-Physician Assistant route. Jaelyn will continue her passion for dance at the collegiate level as a member of the Doane University Dance team. It is Jaelyn’s goal to return to rural Nebraska to practice as a Physician Assistant and serve the small Nebraska communities that have supported her. Jaelyn also aspires to open a hippotherapy clinic to assist children and young adults with special needs, connecting her love of horses and her desire to help and serve others.Maysen Merritt<figure>
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 </figure>Maysen Merritt is a born and raised Nebraska cowgirl who loves to serve the Lord and everyone around her. She is the youngest daughter of Zach and Wendy Merritt. Maysen is the youngest generation living on her family’s ranch. She is active in FFA and Quiz Bowl and loves to read in her spare time. One of her favorite things is her horse Rosie, and they have competed in queen competitions, moved cows, went to many brandings, and cleared the arena at ranch rodeos.Sophia Schemper <figure>
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 </figure>Sophia Schemper is the 15-year-old of Jared and Dawn Schemper. She will be a sophomore at Loomis High School this fall, where she is active in volleyball, basketball, track, band, cheer, and FFA. Sophia is an honor roll student and in the High Ability Learners program. Outside of school, she is active in church youth group, 4-H, and Nebraska High School Rodeo, where she was a two-time National Finals qualifier in Junior High. When not busy with activities, she loves spending time on the lake with family.&nbsp;Miss Nebraska ContestantsDanielle Forster<figure>
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 </figure>Danielle Forster is the 24-year-old daughter of Kevin and Kim Forster of Smithfield, NE. She is currently a second-year master’s student pursuing a degree in animal science with a specialization in extension and education at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Alongside her studies, Danielle serves as the UNL Horse Judging Coach and actively participates in the Animal Science Graduate Student Association. She is also involved in her hometown rodeo club, where she coordinates the Elwood Rodeo Queen Pageant. In her free time, Danielle enjoys reading, collecting records, and cherishing moments with family and friends.Ashlyn Mohling<figure>
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 </figure>Ashlyn Mohling is the 22-year-old daughter of Brett and Heather Mohling from Glenvil, NE. She was raised on her family’s farming and commercial cow-calf operation. She also grew up riding and showing her horses through 4-H and other organizations in various disciplines. Her experiences within the equine industry are what inspired her to further her education in animal care. In 2022, she graduated from the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture with an associate’s degree in veterinary technology. Since graduating, she has been practicing as a licensed veterinary technician at a mixed animal practice in south-central Nebraska. When not working with animals, Ashlyn can be found baking, crafting, and spending time with her two cats, her friends, and her family.&nbsp;Brylee Thompson<figure>
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 </figure>Brylee Thompson is a 20-year-old from Hershey, Nebraska. She is a recent graduate from Mid Plains Community College in North Platte, where she achieved her business degree with an emphasis in entrepreneurship. While at Mid Plains Community College, she was a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and named November Business Student of the month. Brylee’s goals are to work in the agricultural industry and own her own business that would allow her to travel and support the sport of rodeo. Brylee’s life goal is to always spread kindness and lift others up. She wants to be a person who focuses on the positive in every aspect of her life.&nbsp;

Meet Miss Rodeo Nebraska Contestants

North Platte, Ne - The Miss Nebraska Scholarship Pageant and Competition began Thursday night at North Platte High School. It was the first of 3 nights of competition. The new Miss Nebraska and Miss Teen Nebraska will be crowned Saturday night. The program begins each night at North Platte High School at 6:30pm

Talent: Night One: Olivia Vanderford, Miss Platte River

Evening Gown:Night One: Reachel Warren, Miss Douglas County

Talent: Miss Teen Night One: Abi Howard, Miss Capital City’s Teen

Evening Gown: Miss Teen Night One: Janae Harris, Miss Lincoln’s Teen

North Platte, Ne - The Miss Nebraska Scholarship Pageant and Competition began Thursday night at North Platte High School. It was the first of 3 nights of competition. The new Miss Nebraska and Miss Teen Nebraska will be crowned Saturday night. The program begins each night at North Platte High School at 6:30pmWinners Thursday night were&nbsp;Talent: Night One: Olivia Vanderford, Miss Platte River<figure>
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Miss Nebraska Competition: Night one winners, two more competitive evenings continue tonight

Scottsbluff, Nebraska-The Scottsbluff Police Department has received a speed enforcement grant. The grant is funded by the Nebraska Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office. The funding will be used to pay officers to work overtime to patrol Broadway and 27th Street on Friday and Saturday nights.

Sergeant Philip Eckerberg said “this funding will allow Scottsbluff Police to address the numerous complaints of speeding and reckless driving that occurs during the cruising time on Friday and Saturday nights. Over the last 12 months there have been 146 non injury crashes, 20 injury crashes, one crash fatality, and 367 citations issued on the cruising route. Cruising has been a tradition in Scottsbluff since the mid-20TH century; however, this grant will help us to keep cruisers safe.”

The grant starts on Friday June 7TH, 2024 and continues through Saturday August 10TH, 2024. The funding is sufficient to pay for two officers to be out on the cruise route every Friday and Saturday evening during the grant.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Scottsbluff PoliceScottsbluff, Nebraska-The Scottsbluff Police Department has received a speed enforcement grant. The grant is funded by the Nebraska Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office. The funding will be used to pay officers to work overtime to patrol Broadway and 27th Street on Friday and Saturday nights.Sergeant Philip Eckerberg said “this funding will allow Scottsbluff Police to address the numerous complaints of speeding and reckless driving that occurs during the cruising time on Friday and Saturday nights. Over the last 12 months there have been 146 non injury crashes, 20 injury crashes, one crash fatality, and 367 citations issued on the cruising route. Cruising has been a tradition in Scottsbluff since the mid-20TH century; however, this grant will help us to keep cruisers safe.”The grant starts on Friday June 7TH, 2024 and continues through Saturday August 10TH, 2024. The funding is sufficient to pay for two officers to be out on the cruise route every Friday and Saturday evening during the grant.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Scottsbluff Police Department receives a speed enforcement grant for Broadway and 27th Street

&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying the subject in these photos, as part of an investigation. If you have any information on the identity of this subject, please contact the North Platte Police Department at 308-535-6789 or submit your information anonymously, at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Flincolncountycrimestoppers.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3zMEbhB8fY9O5SE14_sTLrvdfK8dgd_G0phFt1gzS0o0PtNvq694iCHdA_aem_AXX0GEFxHE5KNNzOwHS_sqP_gJzUNLiMyotvIHMaj8ddRRuunKedDzWx3kVXJ_HneVFuCccASrCLvrS7Ye_-xFkb&amp;h=AT1OrEpnWWxfZvU1eGSB4dXKEZ4TKJG-LQd_oyMbbQQotVCejbjWsa2_JRUVD4J4bn5S6iYuWBBML2D_TyDzDJfULnrjmBtqr9qWhRU8vka78iLcZmVQwwGwqew2WW1Y3efA&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3uh5RcNEA4gF6XswG0v3nUpXx16rjMBlj_mDU9x26chXSR4lSGc_5z6Hm616JVyLGkkVXWPp1ThT4F4xckpOLG9qaO4Ao1TnYiYvgWIeBf0yiPOoASLO4ElTV45Cv0iz4XSC6OeS8-dEaWCz_3qg9RXhiXQA_1Y4abgpOE7AxeKds4D1S_TI02XW3wwB1fk13YRbDpQ_8_vP_-mGCvay1m5qw2l1IZrHQ5YZ2TDrQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or by calling, 308-534-8400.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Police Department&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying the subject in these photos, as part of an investigation. If you have any information on the identity of this subject, please contact the North Platte Police Department at 308-535-6789 or submit your information anonymously, at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Flincolncountycrimestoppers.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3zMEbhB8fY9O5SE14_sTLrvdfK8dgd_G0phFt1gzS0o0PtNvq694iCHdA_aem_AXX0GEFxHE5KNNzOwHS_sqP_gJzUNLiMyotvIHMaj8ddRRuunKedDzWx3kVXJ_HneVFuCccASrCLvrS7Ye_-xFkb&amp;h=AT1OrEpnWWxfZvU1eGSB4dXKEZ4TKJG-LQd_oyMbbQQotVCejbjWsa2_JRUVD4J4bn5S6iYuWBBML2D_TyDzDJfULnrjmBtqr9qWhRU8vka78iLcZmVQwwGwqew2WW1Y3efA&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3uh5RcNEA4gF6XswG0v3nUpXx16rjMBlj_mDU9x26chXSR4lSGc_5z6Hm616JVyLGkkVXWPp1ThT4F4xckpOLG9qaO4Ao1TnYiYvgWIeBf0yiPOoASLO4ElTV45Cv0iz4XSC6OeS8-dEaWCz_3qg9RXhiXQA_1Y4abgpOE7AxeKds4D1S_TI02XW3wwB1fk13YRbDpQ_8_vP_-mGCvay1m5qw2l1IZrHQ5YZ2TDrQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or by calling, 308-534-8400.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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North Platte Police Department seeking public help identifying a subject

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; sniffs - 1

New&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;9 total for year&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 51

Dundy County Sheriff's OfficeTraffic Stops:County - 42Benkelman - 1Haigler - 0Max - 0Parks - 0Total: 43Traffic Accidents:County - 2Benkelman - 0Haigler - 0Max - 0Parks - 0Total: 2Civil Process:County - 3Benkelman - 14Haigler - 0Max - 0Parks - 2Total: 19Arrest:County - 0Benkelman - 1Haigler - 0Max - 0Parks - 0Total: 1Calls for service - 66K9 activity&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; sniffs - 1K9 call for service out of countyInvestigationsNew&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;9 total for year&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 51Other agency assist - 4vehicle inspections - 19Corner Calls - 0HHS Intake - 1Community Relations - 1Prisoners Housed - 2Prisoners (Current) - 0Prisoners Transports - 2

Dundy County Sheriff's Office Monthly Report - May 2024

For the calendar quarter beginning on&nbsp;October 1, 2024,&nbsp;the local sales and use tax rate changes will be:&nbsp;

There are no changes in county&nbsp;lodging tax&nbsp;rates for October 1, 2024.

As a reminder for the upcoming calendar quarter of July 1, 2024, there are no local sales and use tax rate changes or county lodging tax rate changes.

Per recent legislation (LB 1317, Section 81) changes were made to the&nbsp;state&nbsp;sales and use tax rate for&nbsp;Good Life District&nbsp;(GLD) transactions.&nbsp; Effective on&nbsp;July 1, 2024&nbsp;the&nbsp;state&nbsp;sales and use tax rate is 2.75% only on those transactions sourced to a GLD area that are also within the city boundaries. 

Transactions made within a GLD but that are OUTSIDE the boundaries of a city have a&nbsp;state&nbsp;rate of 5.5%. This currently only affects the GLD Nebraska Crossing Village District (GLD 802-802) which is located both outside and inside of Gretna’s city boundaries.&nbsp; The GLD Avenue One (GLD 801-801) is located entirely within Omaha, so this GLD has a&nbsp;state&nbsp;rate of 2.75%.&nbsp; 

Changes are being made to our sales and use tax returns for this change. &nbsp;The Sales Tax Rate Finder on our website will show these different rates on and after July 1, 2024.&nbsp;

For the calendar quarter beginning on&nbsp;October 1, 2024,&nbsp;the local sales and use tax rate changes will be:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Adams&nbsp;will impose a new 1% rate;</li><li>Grafton&nbsp;and&nbsp;Kenesaw&nbsp;will each impose a new 1.5% rate;</li><li>Lyons&nbsp;will increase its rate from 1.5% to 2%; and &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Mullen&nbsp;and&nbsp;Nelson&nbsp;will each increase their rate from 1% to 1.5%.&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>There are no changes in county&nbsp;lodging tax&nbsp;rates for October 1, 2024.As a reminder for the upcoming calendar quarter of July 1, 2024, there are no local sales and use tax rate changes or county lodging tax rate changes.Per recent legislation (LB 1317, Section 81) changes were made to the&nbsp;state&nbsp;sales and use tax rate for&nbsp;Good Life District&nbsp;(GLD) transactions.&nbsp; Effective on&nbsp;July 1, 2024&nbsp;the&nbsp;state&nbsp;sales and use tax rate is 2.75% only on those transactions sourced to a GLD area that are also within the city boundaries. Transactions made within a GLD but that are OUTSIDE the boundaries of a city have a&nbsp;state&nbsp;rate of 5.5%. This currently only affects the GLD Nebraska Crossing Village District (GLD 802-802) which is located both outside and inside of Gretna’s city boundaries.&nbsp; The GLD Avenue One (GLD 801-801) is located entirely within Omaha, so this GLD has a&nbsp;state&nbsp;rate of 2.75%.&nbsp; Changes are being made to our sales and use tax returns for this change. &nbsp;The Sales Tax Rate Finder on our website will show these different rates on and after July 1, 2024.&nbsp;

Local Sales and Use Tax Rates Effective July 1, 2024 and October 1, 2024 for certain areas in the state

North Platte, Neb. - A family fun event is taking place this Saturday with Agriculture on the Bricks taking place in the North Platte Downtown Canteen District. The event runs from 10:00am - 2:00pm with plenty of games and activities to do. It's free to attend the event. A dunk tank, food, crafts, prizes are just a few of the plenty of activities to do. &nbsp;

On Wednesday, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Carrie Lienemann about Agriculture on the Bricks. To learn more In-depth about the event, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - A family fun event is taking place this Saturday with Agriculture on the Bricks taking place in the North Platte Downtown Canteen District. The event runs from 10:00am - 2:00pm with plenty of games and activities to do. It's free to attend the event. A dunk tank, food, crafts, prizes are just a few of the plenty of activities to do. &nbsp;<figure>
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(Audio) Agriculture on the Bricks event set for Saturday in North Platte 

&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association is gearing up to kick off the 2024 Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant which begins Sunday, June 9th and runs through Tuesday, June 12th. This year's competition will feature three teens, three misses and three judges. This year Miss Rodeo Nebraska is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">JoSee Saults</a>&nbsp;of Big Springs, Nebraska and Miss Teen Rodeo is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">Maci Cox</a>&nbsp;of North Platte.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Follow along with the POST throughout the next couple of days to learn more about the competitors and judges. This year judges welcomes Kristina Sigaty of Aberdeen, South Dakota, Codi Miller from southwestern North Dakota and&nbsp;Joni Heinisch of Nebraska. Too learn more about this year's judges, check out their bios below.

Kristina Sigaty is from Aberdeen, SD. She has been involved in the rodeo queen world since entering her first contest in 2003. Since then, she has been honored to represent South Dakota as the 2006 and 2007 SDHSRA Queen, Jr. Miss Rodeo South Dakota 2008, 2009 South Dakota 4-H Rodeo Ambassador, and Miss Rodeo South Dakota 2013, finishing in the Top 10 at Miss Rodeo America and earning the Wrangler Jacket Award and High Ticket Sales. 

Serving as Miss Rodeo South Dakota had a massive impact on her life and career trajectory, and she has remained involved as a board member for Miss Rodeo South Dakota, Inc. to continue to offer those opportunities to today’s cowgirls. Growing up on a family farm, Kristina has also remained heavily involved with agriculture as the merchandising/ origination manager at Frederick Farmers Elevator and market analyst with Fiebiger Consulting. 

She also serves as a board member for the Bear Creek Roughriders Saddle Club, producing their barrel racing series and coordinating a variety of clinics and programs for club members. In her spare time, she enjoys trail riding, knitting, embroidering, crocheting, reading, and spending time on the lake with her husband Brandon and daughter Kimber.

Codi Miller was born and raised on a small grain and cattle ranch in southwestern North Dakota. As a child, she attended a one-room schoolhouse and participated in 4-H for 10 years. Her pageant and modeling career started when she was 15 when she&nbsp;competed in the Bahamas at Miss Teen USA as the youngest contestant. She also competed in San Antonio, TX at Miss Collegiate America, plus 6 years in the Miss USA System.

In between beauty pageants, Codi followed in her mother's footsteps in the rodeo and rodeo queen world. She was the ND High School Rodeo Queen, 2-time State Champion in Pole Bending, and is now the State Director of the high school queens' contest.  Codi was Miss Rodeo North Dakota 2014, and placed Top 10 at Miss Rodeo America. She is currently the National Director of Miss Rodeo North Dakota Pageant Organization, where she has founded a new scholarship program.&nbsp;

Codi enjoys spending her time helping young women in their personal and professional goals. She is a new homeowner and enjoys decorating and remodeling her little home, as well as owning and operating a western upholstery business.  Codi believes her time in pageants and rodeo has helped her achieve career goals and building relationships all over the country. She hopes each woman her can see the benefits, win or lose!&nbsp;

Joni, originally from Nebraska, and now making her home in Florida, is a former Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2015. Her early years were spent on her family's working ranch in the Sandhills of Ericson, Nebraska, where she played an active role in raising Angus cattle and American Quarter Horses. In her free time, she loved being outdoors, engaging in activities like 4H, hunting, fishing and traveling to rodeos &amp; pageants.&nbsp;

Shortly after obtaining her nursing degree and working as a full-time nurse she met her husband, Ian&nbsp;Heinisch, a UCF Middleweight, and former All-American Wrestler. Shortly after marriage, her life journey took her to the Sunshine State, Florida. Today, Joni co-owns a functional medicine practice, treating patients all across the county. Her true passion lies in promoting health and wellness among individuals.

Even though she's currently immersed in the south Florida lifestyle, Joni's heart remains rooted in the charm of small-town agriculture, and the outdoor way of living, remaining as active as she can in her family's ranch in Nebraska. Together with her husband, she cherishes the beauty of Florida's outdoors, spending quality time exploring its natural wonders.

Joni's genuine interests include agriculture, preserving the traditions of family ranches, rodeo queen pageants, and advocating for the conversation of the outdoors. Through their ministry, she and Ian share the gospel message on a global scale, a testament to the significant impact of faith in their lives.

Shes wishes good luck too all the contestants in the Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant

&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association is gearing up to kick off the 2024 Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant which begins Sunday, June 9th and runs through Tuesday, June 12th. This year's competition will feature three teens, three misses and three judges. This year Miss Rodeo Nebraska is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">JoSee Saults</a>&nbsp;of Big Springs, Nebraska and Miss Teen Rodeo is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">Maci Cox</a>&nbsp;of North Platte.&nbsp; &nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMissRodeoNebraska%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0TNXgxLhSsNESfLwFqyCBqT2hsG6VEUcbcFH2QYTUUeiMKfcUmLEPfxxZrt6xZD73l&show_text=true&width=500&preview=comet_preview" width="500" height="460" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>Follow along with the POST throughout the next couple of days to learn more about the competitors and judges. This year judges welcomes Kristina Sigaty of Aberdeen, South Dakota, Codi Miller from southwestern North Dakota and&nbsp;Joni Heinisch of Nebraska. Too learn more about this year's judges, check out their bios below.Kristina Sigaty<figure>
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 </figure>Kristina Sigaty is from Aberdeen, SD. She has been involved in the rodeo queen world since entering her first contest in 2003. Since then, she has been honored to represent South Dakota as the 2006 and 2007 SDHSRA Queen, Jr. Miss Rodeo South Dakota 2008, 2009 South Dakota 4-H Rodeo Ambassador, and Miss Rodeo South Dakota 2013, finishing in the Top 10 at Miss Rodeo America and earning the Wrangler Jacket Award and High Ticket Sales. Serving as Miss Rodeo South Dakota had a massive impact on her life and career trajectory, and she has remained involved as a board member for Miss Rodeo South Dakota, Inc. to continue to offer those opportunities to today’s cowgirls. Growing up on a family farm, Kristina has also remained heavily involved with agriculture as the merchandising/ origination manager at Frederick Farmers Elevator and market analyst with Fiebiger Consulting. She also serves as a board member for the Bear Creek Roughriders Saddle Club, producing their barrel racing series and coordinating a variety of clinics and programs for club members. In her spare time, she enjoys trail riding, knitting, embroidering, crocheting, reading, and spending time on the lake with her husband Brandon and daughter Kimber.Codi Miller<figure>
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 </figure>Codi Miller was born and raised on a small grain and cattle ranch in southwestern North Dakota. As a child, she attended a one-room schoolhouse and participated in 4-H for 10 years. Her pageant and modeling career started when she was 15 when she&nbsp;competed in the Bahamas at Miss Teen USA as the youngest contestant. She also competed in San Antonio, TX at Miss Collegiate America, plus 6 years in the Miss USA System.In between beauty pageants, Codi followed in her mother's footsteps in the rodeo and rodeo queen world. She was the ND High School Rodeo Queen, 2-time State Champion in Pole Bending, and is now the State Director of the high school queens' contest. Codi was Miss Rodeo North Dakota 2014, and placed Top 10 at Miss Rodeo America. She is currently the National Director of Miss Rodeo North Dakota Pageant Organization, where she has founded a new scholarship program.&nbsp;Codi enjoys spending her time helping young women in their personal and professional goals. She is a new homeowner and enjoys decorating and remodeling her little home, as well as owning and operating a western upholstery business. Codi believes her time in pageants and rodeo has helped her achieve career goals and building relationships all over the country. She hopes each woman her can see the benefits, win or lose!&nbsp;Joni Heinisch<figure>
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 </figure>Joni, originally from Nebraska, and now making her home in Florida, is a former Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2015. Her early years were spent on her family's working ranch in the Sandhills of Ericson, Nebraska, where she played an active role in raising Angus cattle and American Quarter Horses. In her free time, she loved being outdoors, engaging in activities like 4H, hunting, fishing and traveling to rodeos &amp; pageants.&nbsp;Shortly after obtaining her nursing degree and working as a full-time nurse she met her husband, Ian&nbsp;Heinisch, a UCF Middleweight, and former All-American Wrestler. Shortly after marriage, her life journey took her to the Sunshine State, Florida. Today, Joni co-owns a functional medicine practice, treating patients all across the county. Her true passion lies in promoting health and wellness among individuals.Even though she's currently immersed in the south Florida lifestyle, Joni's heart remains rooted in the charm of small-town agriculture, and the outdoor way of living, remaining as active as she can in her family's ranch in Nebraska. Together with her husband, she cherishes the beauty of Florida's outdoors, spending quality time exploring its natural wonders.Joni's genuine interests include agriculture, preserving the traditions of family ranches, rodeo queen pageants, and advocating for the conversation of the outdoors. Through their ministry, she and Ian share the gospel message on a global scale, a testament to the significant impact of faith in their lives.Shes wishes good luck too all the contestants in the Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant.

Meet Miss Rodeo Nebraska Judges 

North Platte, Ne - The first Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant was held in 1956, and since 1991 the Hall of Fame Buffalo Bill Rodeo at Nebraskaland Days in North Platte has been the backdrop for Nebraska's top rodeo royalty. Miss Rodeo Nebraska, JoSee Saults from Big Springs, Nebraska began her rein in January and will hold the title through the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in December. Maci Cox from North Platte is the current Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska.&nbsp;

Both ladies will see their successors compete over the next week to become the next Miss Rodeo &amp; Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska. Coronation for both are next Wednesday in North Platte.&nbsp;

The conversation in this Kubota Podcast was recorded with Eagle Media's Derek Beck on Tuesday, June 4th at the Wild West Arena during a meet and greet between the Buffalo Bill Rodeo Committee and local media.&nbsp;

North Platte, Ne - The first Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant was held in 1956, and since 1991 the Hall of Fame Buffalo Bill Rodeo at Nebraskaland Days in North Platte has been the backdrop for Nebraska's top rodeo royalty. Miss Rodeo Nebraska, JoSee Saults from Big Springs, Nebraska began her rein in January and will hold the title through the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in December. Maci Cox from North Platte is the current Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717623716048.jpeg" alt="JoSee Saults (Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2024) JoSee is the 22-year-old daughter of Scott and Jill Saults. JoSee started rodeoing with her two brothers when they were little. She competed in Jr. High and High School rodeo. JoSee college rodeoed for Eastern Wyoming College for two years. After her two years at EWC, JoSee transferred to the University of Wyoming. She graduated from the University of Wyoming in May 2023 with a degree in Communication and a minor in Sociology. JoSee plans to attend law school with an emphasis on agricultural law." />
 <figcaption>JoSee Saults (Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2024) JoSee is the 22-year-old daughter of Scott and Jill Saults. JoSee started rodeoing with her two brothers when they were little. She competed in Jr. High and High School rodeo. JoSee college rodeoed for Eastern Wyoming College for two years. After her two years at EWC, JoSee transferred to the University of Wyoming. She graduated from the University of Wyoming in May 2023 with a degree in Communication and a minor in Sociology. JoSee plans to attend law school with an emphasis on agricultural law.</figcaption>
 </figure>Both ladies will see their successors compete over the next week to become the next Miss Rodeo &amp; Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska. Coronation for both are next Wednesday in North Platte.&nbsp;<figure>
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 <figcaption>Maci Cox (Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska 2023) Maci is the 17-year-old daughter of Josh and Jennifer Cox of North Platte. She graduated St. Patrick’s Catholic School in May where she was involved in basketball, volleyball, track, high school rodeo and 4-H. Maci will attend UNL this fall.</figcaption>
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(Podcast) Miss Rodeo Nebraska and Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska ready for 2024 Pageant

North Platte, Neb. - The8th Annual Bob Spady Memorial Golf Tournament is getting ready to tee off this Saturday at Lake Maloney Golf Course in North Platte. It's $280 per team for the 4-man scramble. Shotgun start is set for 9:00am. All proceeds will go towards the Miss Nebraska Scholarship Fund. For more information on how to register, check out the flyer below.&nbsp;

On Wednesday, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Justin Goforth about the event. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - The8th Annual Bob Spady Memorial Golf Tournament is getting ready to tee off this Saturday at Lake Maloney Golf Course in North Platte. It's $280 per team for the 4-man scramble. Shotgun start is set for 9:00am. All proceeds will go towards the Miss Nebraska Scholarship Fund. For more information on how to register, check out the flyer below.&nbsp;<figure>
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(Audio) 8th Annual Bob Spady Memorial Golf Tournament

North Platte Post&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Platte, Neb. - The North Platte city council held a regular meeting on June 4th and different agendas were discussed amongst the council. Topics included a high intensity drug trafficking area initiative, approving an interlocal fuel agreement between the city and council, adopting resolution development plan for Canteen Commons Apartments and more.&nbsp;

On Wednesday, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher about the different topics from the council meeting. &nbsp;If you would like to learn more in-depth of what went on during the June 4th, North Platte City Council meeting check out the podcast below. If you would like to watch the meeting,<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJ-Lo-OxLsI"> click here.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - The North Platte city council held a regular meeting on June 4th and different agendas were discussed amongst the council. Topics included a high intensity drug trafficking area initiative, approving an interlocal fuel agreement between the city and council, adopting resolution development plan for Canteen Commons Apartments and more.&nbsp;On Wednesday, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher about the different topics from the council meeting. &nbsp;If you would like to learn more in-depth of what went on during the June 4th, North Platte City Council meeting check out the podcast below. If you would like to watch the meeting,<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJ-Lo-OxLsI"> click here.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;<div><iframe title="June 4th city council recap" 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=j6pqf-1633451-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>

(Audio) North Platte City Council Meeting, June 4th recap

Fort Cody Summer Music Series concert lineup

The Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN) will be traveling across Nebraska&nbsp;this summer&nbsp;to discuss with providers the impact of $25.5 million in American Rescue&nbsp;Plan&nbsp;Act (ARPA) funds on behavioral health care in the state.

At the request of the Nebraska Legislature, BHECN distributed the funds in 2023 to address the state’s behavioral health workforce shortage and behavioral health issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;

BHECN, housed at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), used a comprehensive application and review process to allocate the funds to more than 100 projects around the state to help address key behavioral issues on various fronts.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unmc.edu/bhecn/arpa/awardees.html" target="_blank">See a full list of BHECN-ARPA Awardees here</a>.

This summer’s trips will unite recipients through a series of statewide gatherings, where they can share project progress, explore avenues for additional support from BHECN, exchange best practices, and foster stronger networks.

“The BHECN-ARPA project presents a uniquely powerful opportunity to address enduring behavioral health workforce challenges, especially those compounded by the pandemic,” said Marley Doyle, MD, director of BHECN. “We eagerly anticipate engaging with Nebraska’s outstanding organizations in person, witnessing their groundbreaking efforts, which are poised to improve the lives of so many Nebraskans.”

Jessie Buche, director of the ARPA Awards Program, added, "BHECN is particularly enthusiastic about showcasing the remarkable achievements of BHECN-ARPA awardees in the inaugural year of their projects."

The BHECN-ARPA awardee gatherings will be held:

Tuesday, June 11&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at the University of Nebraska&nbsp;at&nbsp;Kearney’s Ockinga Seminar Center.&nbsp;

Tuesday, June 18&nbsp;–&nbsp;9 a.m. to 1 p.m. MDT at Chadron State College&nbsp;in the student center’s Scottsbluff Room.

Tuesday, Aug. 6&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at Wayne State College.&nbsp;﻿&nbsp;

Wednesday, Aug. 7&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at UNMC.&nbsp;

Media are invited to attend the events. (Best time may be from 10:10-11:30 a.m.; a BHECN awardee will present and then awardees will meet to discuss successes and challenges.)

“Nebraska confronts numerous behavioral health workforce challenges, and our awardees are addressing those challenges head on,” Buche said. “We are excited to hear their insights and amplify their important work.”

<a href="https://www.unmc.edu/bhecn/arpa/index.html" target="_blank">Read more about the BHECN-ARPA program here.</a>

Photo caption:&nbsp;Marley Doyle, MD, director of the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska; Jessie Buche, director of the ARPA Awards Program

UNMCThe Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN) will be traveling across Nebraska&nbsp;this summer&nbsp;to discuss with providers the impact of $25.5 million in American Rescue&nbsp;Plan&nbsp;Act (ARPA) funds on behavioral health care in the state.At the request of the Nebraska Legislature, BHECN distributed the funds in 2023 to address the state’s behavioral health workforce shortage and behavioral health issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;BHECN, housed at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), used a comprehensive application and review process to allocate the funds to more than 100 projects around the state to help address key behavioral issues on various fronts.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unmc.edu/bhecn/arpa/awardees.html" target="_blank">See a full list of BHECN-ARPA Awardees here</a>.This summer’s trips will unite recipients through a series of statewide gatherings, where they can share project progress, explore avenues for additional support from BHECN, exchange best practices, and foster stronger networks.“The BHECN-ARPA project presents a uniquely powerful opportunity to address enduring behavioral health workforce challenges, especially those compounded by the pandemic,” said Marley Doyle, MD, director of BHECN. “We eagerly anticipate engaging with Nebraska’s outstanding organizations in person, witnessing their groundbreaking efforts, which are poised to improve the lives of so many Nebraskans.”Jessie Buche, director of the ARPA Awards Program, added, "BHECN is particularly enthusiastic about showcasing the remarkable achievements of BHECN-ARPA awardees in the inaugural year of their projects."The BHECN-ARPA awardee gatherings will be held:Tuesday, June 11&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at the University of Nebraska&nbsp;at&nbsp;Kearney’s Ockinga Seminar Center.&nbsp;Tuesday, June 18&nbsp;–&nbsp;9 a.m. to 1 p.m. MDT at Chadron State College&nbsp;in the student center’s Scottsbluff Room.Tuesday, Aug. 6&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at Wayne State College.&nbsp;﻿&nbsp;Wednesday, Aug. 7&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at UNMC.&nbsp;Media are invited to attend the events. (Best time may be from 10:10-11:30 a.m.; a BHECN awardee will present and then awardees will meet to discuss successes and challenges.)“Nebraska confronts numerous behavioral health workforce challenges, and our awardees are addressing those challenges head on,” Buche said. “We are excited to hear their insights and amplify their important work.”<a href="https://www.unmc.edu/bhecn/arpa/index.html" target="_blank">Read more about the BHECN-ARPA program here.</a>Photo caption:&nbsp;Marley Doyle, MD, director of the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska; Jessie Buche, director of the ARPA Awards Program

Nebraska providers to participate in statewide BHECN-ARPA gatherings

Ogallala, Neb. - The Youth Outdoor Nebraska is excited to be hosting its annual Junior Fishing Tournament at Lake McConaughey on June 15th. Youths have to be 15 or under on the day of the tournament. Teams include 1 adult and 1 child (under 15). Prizes will be awarded in different categories. Entry fee is $50 per time.&nbsp;

Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Shawn Rubek about the upcoming event. To learn more, listen to the podcast above or check out the flyers below.&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="PODCAST - Youth Outdoor Nebraska present Junior Fishing Tournament @ Lake McConaughy" 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=p7wmv-163180f-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>Sandhills Post&nbsp;Ogallala, Neb. - The Youth Outdoor Nebraska is excited to be hosting its annual Junior Fishing Tournament at Lake McConaughey on June 15th. Youths have to be 15 or under on the day of the tournament. Teams include 1 adult and 1 child (under 15). Prizes will be awarded in different categories. Entry fee is $50 per time.&nbsp;Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Shawn Rubek about the upcoming event. To learn more, listen to the podcast above or check out the flyers below.&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is looking to identify the subject in this photo, as part of an investigation. If you have any information on the identity of this subject, please contact the North Platte Police Department at 308-535-6789 or submit your information anonymously, at <a href="http://lincolncountycrimestoppers.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1bZiQXhAhV1Z8c26_PWFc4xQojG9E-y3f_wb6YozxaqENbNOWdK5YJV9A_aem_ARWyvYLeNG49KED2yJezI3hcQvPeRDIfSiNdRX_pQaCydCaizQwBiedJ-3CH_jbjHa7Kgwn6qCvPEpEmXmxzu1Mj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or by calling, 308-534-8400.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Police&nbsp;&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is looking to identify the subject in this photo, as part of an investigation. If you have any information on the identity of this subject, please contact the North Platte Police Department at 308-535-6789 or submit your information anonymously, at <a href="http://lincolncountycrimestoppers.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1bZiQXhAhV1Z8c26_PWFc4xQojG9E-y3f_wb6YozxaqENbNOWdK5YJV9A_aem_ARWyvYLeNG49KED2yJezI3hcQvPeRDIfSiNdRX_pQaCydCaizQwBiedJ-3CH_jbjHa7Kgwn6qCvPEpEmXmxzu1Mj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or by calling, 308-534-8400.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Enter to win two tickets to see Jelly Roll at NEBRASKALand Days

June 4, 2024 - Late&nbsp;May signals the beginning of a busy time for celebrations and summer holidays.&nbsp;The American Red Cross asks donors to make an appointment to give whole blood now before calendars start to fill up.&nbsp;Donors of all blood types – especially those giving type O blood – are vital to people counting on blood products for critical medical procedures.

All donors who present to donate whole blood at the American Red Cross Donation Center, 1111 S Cottonwood Street, in North Platte, from May 20, 2024, through June 19, 2024, will be entered to win two general admission tickets to see country superstar Jelly Roll. The concert is on June 22, 2024, as part of the annual NEBRASKALand Days celebration.

Every single donation can help keep the blood supply as stable as possible during a busy time of year when many regular donors may be unable to give.&nbsp;Book&nbsp;a time to give now by visiting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. Use sponsor code “NorthPlatteNE”

Also, the Red Cross has teamed up with&nbsp;Tetris, creators of the iconic, best-selling video game, to celebrate their 40th anniversary and build the blood supply for patients in need. In commemoration, all who come to give May 20-June 9, 2024, will get an exclusive&nbsp;Tetris®&nbsp;+ Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip for two to New York to meet Tetris creator, Alexey Pajitnov. See&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/local-homepage/events/tetris.html" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/Tetris</a>&nbsp;for details.

Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.redcrossblood.org/" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age&nbsp;in most states&nbsp;(16 with parental consent&nbsp;where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

<a>Blood donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass®&nbsp;to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/manage-my-donations/rapidpass.html" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass</a>&nbsp;or use the Blood Donor App.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.redcross.org/" target="_blank">redcross.org</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="http://www.cruzrojaamericana.org/" target="_blank">CruzRojaAmericana.org</a>, or visit us on Twitter at&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/redcross" target="_blank">@RedCross</a>.

American Red CrossEnter to win two tickets to see Jelly Roll at NEBRASKALand DaysJune 4, 2024 - Late&nbsp;May signals the beginning of a busy time for celebrations and summer holidays.&nbsp;The American Red Cross asks donors to make an appointment to give whole blood now before calendars start to fill up.&nbsp;Donors of all blood types – especially those giving type O blood – are vital to people counting on blood products for critical medical procedures.All donors who present to donate whole blood at the American Red Cross Donation Center, 1111 S Cottonwood Street, in North Platte, from May 20, 2024, through June 19, 2024, will be entered to win two general admission tickets to see country superstar Jelly Roll. The concert is on June 22, 2024, as part of the annual NEBRASKALand Days celebration.Every single donation can help keep the blood supply as stable as possible during a busy time of year when many regular donors may be unable to give.&nbsp;Book&nbsp;a time to give now by visiting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. Use sponsor code “NorthPlatteNE”Also, the Red Cross has teamed up with&nbsp;Tetris, creators of the iconic, best-selling video game, to celebrate their 40th anniversary and build the blood supply for patients in need. In commemoration, all who come to give May 20-June 9, 2024, will get an exclusive&nbsp;Tetris®&nbsp;+ Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip for two to New York to meet Tetris creator, Alexey Pajitnov. See&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/local-homepage/events/tetris.html" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/Tetris</a>&nbsp;for details.How to donate bloodSimply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.redcrossblood.org/" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age&nbsp;in most states&nbsp;(16 with parental consent&nbsp;where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.<a>Blood donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass®&nbsp;to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/manage-my-donations/rapidpass.html" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass</a>&nbsp;or use the Blood Donor App.About the American Red Cross:The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.redcross.org/" target="_blank">redcross.org</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="http://www.cruzrojaamericana.org/" target="_blank">CruzRojaAmericana.org</a>, or visit us on Twitter at&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/redcross" target="_blank">@RedCross</a>.