Lincoln County Sheriff's Department

At 1:00 AM on 2-9-24, Lincoln County Deputies were dispatched to a 1 vehicle accident, 1 mile north and 1 mile east of Sutherland on a county road.  When deputies arrived, they found that a passenger of the vehicle was being treated by rescue personnel.  The driver of the vehicle was partially ejected from the vehicle and was deceased. 

 It was determined that the vehicle, a 2003 Dodge Ram, had been eastbound at an apparent high rate of speed.  When it crossed a railroad track, the driver lost control of the vehicle.  It slid sideways into the ditch and rolled 2 ½ times.  The driver of the vehicle was 33-year-old, Philippus Jacobus Van Der Merwe, a resident of rural Lincoln County.  The passenger was 33-year-old, Dirk Hetzel, his roommate. 

 He admitted that they were both very intoxicated and that Philippus was driving very erratically. Mr. Hetzel was transported to the hospital.  He is being treated for cuts to his face and his hands, a possible broken neck and a punctured lung.  Next of kin in South Africa have been notified.&nbsp;

Lincoln County Sheriff's DepartmentAt 1:00 AM on 2-9-24, Lincoln County Deputies were dispatched to a 1 vehicle accident, 1 mile north and 1 mile east of Sutherland on a county road. When deputies arrived, they found that a passenger of the vehicle was being treated by rescue personnel. The driver of the vehicle was partially ejected from the vehicle and was deceased. It was determined that the vehicle, a 2003 Dodge Ram, had been eastbound at an apparent high rate of speed. When it crossed a railroad track, the driver lost control of the vehicle. It slid sideways into the ditch and rolled 2 ½ times. The driver of the vehicle was 33-year-old, Philippus Jacobus Van Der Merwe, a resident of rural Lincoln County. The passenger was 33-year-old, Dirk Hetzel, his roommate. He admitted that they were both very intoxicated and that Philippus was driving very erratically. Mr. Hetzel was transported to the hospital. He is being treated for cuts to his face and his hands, a possible broken neck and a punctured lung. Next of kin in South Africa have been notified.&nbsp;

One dead, one injured in Friday morning accident outside of Sutherland 

The Board of Directors of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP) has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.30 per share on the company’s common stock, payable Mar. 29, 2024, to shareholders of record Feb. 29, 2024.

Union Pacific has paid dividends on its common stock for 125 consecutive years.

Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) delivers the goods families and businesses use every day with safe, reliable and efficient service. Operating in 23 western states, the company connects its customers and communities to the global economy. Trains are the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping Union Pacific protect future generations. More information about Union Pacific is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.up.com/">www.up.com</a>.

Union Pacific Investor Contact:&nbsp;Brad Stock at 402-544-4227 or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.up.com/messages?address=bkstock">bkstock@up.com</a>

Union PacificThe Board of Directors of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP) has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.30 per share on the company’s common stock, payable Mar. 29, 2024, to shareholders of record Feb. 29, 2024.Union Pacific has paid dividends on its common stock for 125 consecutive years.<h2>About Union Pacific</h2>Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) delivers the goods families and businesses use every day with safe, reliable and efficient service. Operating in 23 western states, the company connects its customers and communities to the global economy. Trains are the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping Union Pacific protect future generations. More information about Union Pacific is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.up.com/">www.up.com</a>.Union Pacific Investor Contact:&nbsp;Brad Stock at 402-544-4227 or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.up.com/messages?address=bkstock">bkstock@up.com</a><ul>
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	 Union Pacific Corporation Declares First Quarter 2024 Dividend

Post News Director Canon Rath caught up with Mid Plains United Way Executive Director Haven Smith and Brandy Jamerman, President of the Business and Professional Women. The trio talked about what is going on with Mid-Plains but also preview tonight's Wine and Brew Event that is taking place at Venue 304 in North Platte. The event does require a ticket to get in. Tickets must be purchased beforehand and online by <a href="https://www.northplattebpw.com/events-1/wine-brew">clicking here. </a>

To learn more about what is going on with the Mid-Plains United Way but also more about tonight's Wine and Brew Event, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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(Audio) - Mid-Plains United Way & Business and Professional Women

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The Hot Sheets: February 9th, 2024

Union Pacific Railroad has appointed Andrew Brady to vice president-External Relations, following Printz Bolin’s retirement at the end of February.

Based in Union Pacific’s Washington, D.C., office, Brady is responsible for communicating inside the Beltway about national and state-specific industry issues and projects, including economic and safety regulation, passenger rail, security and labor. He previously served as Union Pacific’s assistant vice president-External Relations. Prior to joining the railroad five years ago, Brady was assistant vice president-Government Affairs at the Association of American Railroads. He also served in various roles in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2011-2016, after beginning his career in the Congressional and Public Affairs division of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Bolin was appointed Union Pacific’s vice president-External Relations in 2018, promoting and defending the railroad’s interests as the primary liaison between elected officials, key Congressional committees and Executive Branch agencies, including the U.S. Department of Transportation and Surface Transportation Board. He joined Union Pacific in 1991, holding various roles with the railroad after serving as a senior staff member in the U.S House of Representatives and U.S. Senate.

“Printz’s experience and relationship-building with elected officials and regulators were invaluable to Union Pacific,” said Union Pacific Chief Executive Officer Jim Vena. “I’m thankful for his contributions and looking forward to Andrew’s leadership in D.C.”

The statements and information contained in the news releases provided by Union Pacific speak only as of the date issued. Such information by its nature may become outdated, and investors should not assume that the statements and information contained in Union Pacific's news releases remain current after the date issued. Union Pacific makes no commitment, and disclaims any duty, to update any of this information.

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 </figure>Union PacificUnion Pacific Railroad has appointed Andrew Brady to vice president-External Relations, following Printz Bolin’s retirement at the end of February.Based in Union Pacific’s Washington, D.C., office, Brady is responsible for communicating inside the Beltway about national and state-specific industry issues and projects, including economic and safety regulation, passenger rail, security and labor. He previously served as Union Pacific’s assistant vice president-External Relations. Prior to joining the railroad five years ago, Brady was assistant vice president-Government Affairs at the Association of American Railroads. He also served in various roles in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2011-2016, after beginning his career in the Congressional and Public Affairs division of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.<figure>
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 </figure>Bolin was appointed Union Pacific’s vice president-External Relations in 2018, promoting and defending the railroad’s interests as the primary liaison between elected officials, key Congressional committees and Executive Branch agencies, including the U.S. Department of Transportation and Surface Transportation Board. He joined Union Pacific in 1991, holding various roles with the railroad after serving as a senior staff member in the U.S House of Representatives and U.S. Senate.“Printz’s experience and relationship-building with elected officials and regulators were invaluable to Union Pacific,” said Union Pacific Chief Executive Officer Jim Vena. “I’m thankful for his contributions and looking forward to Andrew’s leadership in D.C.”<h2>About Union Pacific</h2>Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) delivers the goods families and businesses use every day with safe, reliable and efficient service. Operating in 23 western states, the company connects its customers and communities to the global economy. Trains are the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping Union Pacific protect future generations. More information about Union Pacific is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.up.com/">www.up.com</a>.<ul>
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Union Pacific Announces Appointment of Andrew Brady to Vice President-External Relations, Retirement of Printz Bolin

Lincoln, Nebraska, Jan. 22, 2024 – Nebraska USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) is reminding producers now is the time to make elections and enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2024 crop year. The signup period is open through March 15, 2024, and producers are encouraged to begin working with their USDA county Farm Service Agency (FSA) office to complete the process.

Producers can learn about the ARC and PLC options for 2024 during a series of workshops hosted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability (CAP) and Nebraska FSA that will be held across the state in February.&nbsp;

A workshop in North Platte is scheduled for 1-4 p.m. on Feb. 21, at the West Central Research, Extension and Education Center, 402 W. State Farm Road.

ARC and PLC are key USDA safety-net programs that help producers weather fluctuations in either revenue or price for certain crops.

“Safety-net programs like ARC and PLC are designed to help producers mitigate some of the financial stressors associated with crop production. I encourage farmers to evaluate their program elections and enroll for the 2024 crop year,” said Nebraska FSA Acting State Executive Director Tim Divis.

Brad Lubben, Nebraska Extension policy specialist, said changes in commodity crop prices over the past several years may influence producers’ ARC/PLC decision-making process for 2024.

“With the one-year extension of the 2018 Farm Bill, producers face a familiar choice between ARC and PLC for 2024, but under different circumstances now as compared to the past several years,” said Lubben. “Understanding the program mechanics and analysis will help producers make sound enrollment decisions with FSA.”

ARC provides income support payments on historical base acres when actual crop revenue declines below a specified guaranteed level. PLC provides income support payments on historical base acres when the effective price for a covered commodity falls below its effective reference price. Producers can elect coverage and enroll in ARC-County or PLC on a crop-by-crop basis, or ARC-Individual for the entire farm, for the 2024 crop year. Although election changes for 2024 are optional, enrollment (signed contract) is required for each year of the program. If a producer has a multi-year contract on the farm, it will be necessary to sign a new contract for the farm by the March 15th deadline if a 2024 election change is desired.

If an election is not submitted by the deadline of March 15, 2024, the election defaults to the current election for crops on the farm from the prior crop year.

All program participants are encouraged to review their previous program elections, Divis said.

The meetings are free and open to the public. More information and a full schedule are available on the Center for Agricultural Profitability’s website,&nbsp;<a href="https://cap.unl.edu/farmbill" target="_blank">https://cap.unl.edu/farmbill</a>.

Randy SanerLincoln, Nebraska, Jan. 22, 2024 – Nebraska USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) is reminding producers now is the time to make elections and enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2024 crop year. The signup period is open through March 15, 2024, and producers are encouraged to begin working with their USDA county Farm Service Agency (FSA) office to complete the process.Producers can learn about the ARC and PLC options for 2024 during a series of workshops hosted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability (CAP) and Nebraska FSA that will be held across the state in February.&nbsp;A workshop in North Platte is scheduled for 1-4 p.m. on Feb. 21, at the West Central Research, Extension and Education Center, 402 W. State Farm Road.ARC and PLC are key USDA safety-net programs that help producers weather fluctuations in either revenue or price for certain crops.“Safety-net programs like ARC and PLC are designed to help producers mitigate some of the financial stressors associated with crop production. I encourage farmers to evaluate their program elections and enroll for the 2024 crop year,” said Nebraska FSA Acting State Executive Director Tim Divis.Brad Lubben, Nebraska Extension policy specialist, said changes in commodity crop prices over the past several years may influence producers’ ARC/PLC decision-making process for 2024.“With the one-year extension of the 2018 Farm Bill, producers face a familiar choice between ARC and PLC for 2024, but under different circumstances now as compared to the past several years,” said Lubben. “Understanding the program mechanics and analysis will help producers make sound enrollment decisions with FSA.”ARC provides income support payments on historical base acres when actual crop revenue declines below a specified guaranteed level. PLC provides income support payments on historical base acres when the effective price for a covered commodity falls below its effective reference price. Producers can elect coverage and enroll in ARC-County or PLC on a crop-by-crop basis, or ARC-Individual for the entire farm, for the 2024 crop year. Although election changes for 2024 are optional, enrollment (signed contract) is required for each year of the program. If a producer has a multi-year contract on the farm, it will be necessary to sign a new contract for the farm by the March 15th deadline if a 2024 election change is desired.If an election is not submitted by the deadline of March 15, 2024, the election defaults to the current election for crops on the farm from the prior crop year.All program participants are encouraged to review their previous program elections, Divis said.The meetings are free and open to the public. More information and a full schedule are available on the Center for Agricultural Profitability’s website,&nbsp;<a href="https://cap.unl.edu/farmbill" target="_blank">https://cap.unl.edu/farmbill</a>.

ARC/PLC program workshop for ag producers scheduled in North Platte

The Mid-Plains Community College Rodeo Team will host its annual spring fundraiser rodeo in McCook March 8-9.

Performances are open to the public. They will begin at 7 p.m. each night at the Kiplinger Arena at the Red Willow County Fairgrounds. Slack is scheduled for noon March 8 and at 10 a.m. March 9.

Admission for the regular performances is $10 per person with the exception of children 12 and younger – who will be admitted free.

Concessions and team merchandise will be for sale both days. Proceeds will go toward a combination of scholarships, practice equipment and travel expenses for rodeo team members.

The fundraiser is sanctioned by the Kansas Pro Rodeo Association and the Nebraska State Rodeo Association. It is sponsored in part by a grant from Red Willow County Tourism.

Phillips Rodeo Company is the stock contractor.

Entries can be submitted online at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasprorodeo.com/" target="_blank">kansasprorodeo.com</a>&nbsp;beginning March 1. They can be called in March 3 to (620) 275-1655 or (620) 260-9845.

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 </figure>Heather JohnsonMPCCThe Mid-Plains Community College Rodeo Team will host its annual spring fundraiser rodeo in McCook March 8-9.Performances are open to the public. They will begin at 7 p.m. each night at the Kiplinger Arena at the Red Willow County Fairgrounds. Slack is scheduled for noon March 8 and at 10 a.m. March 9.Admission for the regular performances is $10 per person with the exception of children 12 and younger – who will be admitted free.Concessions and team merchandise will be for sale both days. Proceeds will go toward a combination of scholarships, practice equipment and travel expenses for rodeo team members.The fundraiser is sanctioned by the Kansas Pro Rodeo Association and the Nebraska State Rodeo Association. It is sponsored in part by a grant from Red Willow County Tourism.Phillips Rodeo Company is the stock contractor.Entries can be submitted online at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasprorodeo.com/" target="_blank">kansasprorodeo.com</a>&nbsp;beginning March 1. They can be called in March 3 to (620) 275-1655 or (620) 260-9845.

MPCC Rodeo Team spring fundraiser rodeo will be March 8-9

Farm &amp; Ranch Expo Interviews brought to you by The Justin Thompson Agency &amp; Your Ag Network/Hot Barn Report on February 7 &amp; 8 from the D &amp; N Event Center in North Platte. Derek Beck spoke with Koby Rickertson of American Legacy.

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United States Attorney Susan Lehr announced that Cody D. Vancura, 30, of Lexington, Nebraska, was sentenced on February 7, 2024, in federal court in Lincoln, Nebraska, for transportation of child pornography with a prior conviction.&nbsp; 

Senior United States District Court Judge John M. Gerrard sentenced Vancura to 240 months’ imprisonment. There is no parole in the federal system. After Vancura’s release from prison, he will begin an 8-year term of supervised release.

In January of 2021, Vancura saved child pornography files to his online Google account. The IP address associated with the Google activity was traced to Vancura’s cell phone. Law enforcement contacted Vancura in May of 2021 and he acknowledged ownership of the Google account and cellphone.&nbsp; Vancura also stated he had 219 images of child pornography saved on his cell phone.&nbsp; Vancura also utilized applications on his phone to chat with other online users, send and view child pornography, and pretend to be other people, including children.

Law enforcement conducted a forensic examination of Vancura’s phone and observed at least 200 images and seven videos depicting child pornography.

Vancura had been convicted previously of attempted sexual assault of a minor in Red Willow County, Nebraska in 2014.

This case was investigated by the Nebraska State Patrol and brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice. Led by U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and CEOS, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state and local resources to better locate, apprehend and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the Internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.justice.gov/psc" target="_blank">www.justice.gov/psc</a>.

Department of JusticeUnited States Attorney Susan Lehr announced that Cody D. Vancura, 30, of Lexington, Nebraska, was sentenced on February 7, 2024, in federal court in Lincoln, Nebraska, for transportation of child pornography with a prior conviction.&nbsp; Senior United States District Court Judge John M. Gerrard sentenced Vancura to 240 months’ imprisonment. There is no parole in the federal system. After Vancura’s release from prison, he will begin an 8-year term of supervised release.In January of 2021, Vancura saved child pornography files to his online Google account. The IP address associated with the Google activity was traced to Vancura’s cell phone. Law enforcement contacted Vancura in May of 2021 and he acknowledged ownership of the Google account and cellphone.&nbsp; Vancura also stated he had 219 images of child pornography saved on his cell phone.&nbsp; Vancura also utilized applications on his phone to chat with other online users, send and view child pornography, and pretend to be other people, including children.Law enforcement conducted a forensic examination of Vancura’s phone and observed at least 200 images and seven videos depicting child pornography.Vancura had been convicted previously of attempted sexual assault of a minor in Red Willow County, Nebraska in 2014.This case was investigated by the Nebraska State Patrol and brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice. Led by U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and CEOS, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state and local resources to better locate, apprehend and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the Internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.justice.gov/psc" target="_blank">www.justice.gov/psc</a>.

   Lexington Man Sentenced for Transporting Child Pornography

Farm &amp; Ranch Expo Interviews brought to you by The Justin Thompson Agency &amp; Your Ag Network/Hot Barn Report on February 7 &amp; 8 from the D &amp; N Event Center in North Platte. Derek Beck spoke with Kerry Maline at Maline Seed And Fence.

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United States Attorney Susan Lehr announced that Jeron Messersmith, 29, formerly of McCook, Nebraska, was sentenced on February 7, 2024, in federal court in Lincoln, Nebraska, for attempted production of child pornography and production of child pornography. Senior United States District Judge John M. Gerrard sentenced Messersmith to 372 months’ imprisonment. 

There is no parole in the federal system. After Messersmith’s release from prison, he will begin a 20-year term of supervised release. Additionally, Messersmith was ordered to pay $9,000 in restitution.

In February of 2021, Messersmith’s cellphone was downloaded and reviewed as part of a child sex assault investigation. While reviewing the phone, law enforcement discovered child pornography. Law enforcement additionally found numerous text messages and social media conversations between Messersmith and several minor females. 

In the conversations, Messersmith often requested sexually explicit files from each minor and engaged in romantic and sexual conversations. Photos or videos of each of the minor victims were located on Messersmith’s phone. Pursuant to some of the messages, Messersmith had attempted to travel to another state to engage in sexual relations with one of the minor females.

This case was investigated by the McCook Police Department and brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice. Led by U.S. Attorney’s Offices and CEOS, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state, and local resources to better locate, apprehend and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the Internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.justice.gov/psc" target="_blank">www.justice.gov/psc</a>.

Department of JusticeUnited States Attorney Susan Lehr announced that Jeron Messersmith, 29, formerly of McCook, Nebraska, was sentenced on February 7, 2024, in federal court in Lincoln, Nebraska, for attempted production of child pornography and production of child pornography. Senior United States District Judge John M. Gerrard sentenced Messersmith to 372 months’ imprisonment. There is no parole in the federal system. After Messersmith’s release from prison, he will begin a 20-year term of supervised release. Additionally, Messersmith was ordered to pay $9,000 in restitution.In February of 2021, Messersmith’s cellphone was downloaded and reviewed as part of a child sex assault investigation. While reviewing the phone, law enforcement discovered child pornography. Law enforcement additionally found numerous text messages and social media conversations between Messersmith and several minor females. In the conversations, Messersmith often requested sexually explicit files from each minor and engaged in romantic and sexual conversations. Photos or videos of each of the minor victims were located on Messersmith’s phone. Pursuant to some of the messages, Messersmith had attempted to travel to another state to engage in sexual relations with one of the minor females.This case was investigated by the McCook Police Department and brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice. Led by U.S. Attorney’s Offices and CEOS, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state, and local resources to better locate, apprehend and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the Internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.justice.gov/psc" target="_blank">www.justice.gov/psc</a>.

McCook Man Sentenced to 31 Years for Production of Child Pornography

Farm &amp; Ranch Expo Interviews brought to you by The Justin Thompson Agency &amp; Your Ag Network/Hot Barn Report on February 7 &amp; 8 from the D &amp; N Event Center in North Platte. Derek Beck spoke with Matt Graves and William Jennings of Renk Seed.

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OGALLALA, NEB. - Family, friends, classmates, community members were all in attendance at the Ogallala High School Performing Arts Center to watch Ogallala Senior Harry Caskey to sign his national letter of intent to continue his football and academic career at Air Force.&nbsp;

Caskey, who was recruited as an athlete, will be playing outside linebacker for the Falcons. He committed to Air Force on September 8th, 2023, before the Cozad game. During his senior season, Caskey was a dominate force on both sides of the ball. 

Offensively, he would finish with 1,132 rushing yards while finding the endzone twelve times. He joined fellow senior Caden Rezac with over 1,000 rushing yards on the season. Defensively, Caskey led the team with 72 total tackles.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Brown, South Dakota, Dartmouth, Northwest Missouri State are just a few schools who offered scholarships. Caskey, who recently had hand surgery, is out for the basketball season but will be healed and ready to go by June.&nbsp;

Harry Caskey announces he will be signing with Air Force.

Harry Caskey talks with media about his decision to commit to Air Force.

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 </figure>Sandhills Post&nbsp;OGALLALA, NEB. - Family, friends, classmates, community members were all in attendance at the Ogallala High School Performing Arts Center to watch Ogallala Senior Harry Caskey to sign his national letter of intent to continue his football and academic career at Air Force.&nbsp;Caskey, who was recruited as an athlete, will be playing outside linebacker for the Falcons. He committed to Air Force on September 8th, 2023, before the Cozad game. During his senior season, Caskey was a dominate force on both sides of the ball. Offensively, he would finish with 1,132 rushing yards while finding the endzone twelve times. He joined fellow senior Caden Rezac with over 1,000 rushing yards on the season. Defensively, Caskey led the team with 72 total tackles.&nbsp;&nbsp;Brown, South Dakota, Dartmouth, Northwest Missouri State are just a few schools who offered scholarships. Caskey, who recently had hand surgery, is out for the basketball season but will be healed and ready to go by June.&nbsp;<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/uTLLTOH5bho?si=U-PIp7QUEEPCY27L" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>Harry Caskey announces he will be signing with Air Force.<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/c4YU1gGd-k0?si=TkWChGcl9Vkeoq8d" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>Harry Caskey talks with media about his decision to commit to Air Force.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Signed. <a href="https://twitter.com/AF_Football?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AF_Football</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AF_FBRecruiting?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AF_FBRecruiting</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachTCalhoun?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachTCalhoun</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachWhit_AFA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachWhit_AFA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachAlexMeans?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachAlexMeans</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachKPearsonAF?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachKPearsonAF</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/OGIndians?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OGIndians</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/OgallalaFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OgallalaFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KNOPNews2?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KNOPNews2</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MarkoJerkovicTV?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MarkoJerkovicTV</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NEBHSFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NEBHSFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Falcon8fan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Falcon8fan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BrentBriggeman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BrentBriggeman</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AllenTrieu?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AllenTrieu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/mikejschaefer?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mikejschaefer</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ParkerThune?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ParkerThune</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GregSmithRivals?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GregSmithRivals</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BryanMunson_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BryanMunson_</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Sean_Callahan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Sean_Callahan</a> ⚡️ <a href="https://t.co/FbViEntV2I">pic.twitter.com/FbViEntV2I</a>&mdash; Harry Caskey (@Harry7Caskey) <a href="https://twitter.com/Harry7Caskey/status/1755369344874209394?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 7, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>

Ogallala Senior Harry Caskey signs with Air Force to continue academic and football career

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This information is not a criminal history. Criminal charges are often dropped or reduced. All individuals included in this post are presumed innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. The North Platte Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. Any person who believes information provided is not accurate may submit a complaint to admin@northplattepost.com.</div>

The Hot Sheets: February 8th, 2024

Wallace, NEB. - According to Nebraska State Patrol officials, at approximately 1:00 p.m. Monday, NSP was called to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 23 near Wallace. Upon arrival, troopers located a Ford F-150 and a semi that had collided. Preliminary investigation shows that the westbound F-150 crossed the center line into the eastbound lane. 

The eastbound semi driver attempted to drive onto the shoulder to avoid the collision, but the two vehicles collided in the eastbound lane. The driver of the F-150, James Armbruster, 73, of Wauneta,  was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the semi was not injured. 

Nebraska State PatrolWallace, NEB. - According to Nebraska State Patrol officials, at approximately 1:00 p.m. Monday, NSP was called to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 23 near Wallace. Upon arrival, troopers located a Ford F-150 and a semi that had collided. Preliminary investigation shows that the westbound F-150 crossed the center line into the eastbound lane. The eastbound semi driver attempted to drive onto the shoulder to avoid the collision, but the two vehicles collided in the eastbound lane. The driver of the F-150, James Armbruster, 73, of Wauneta, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the semi was not injured.

One dead following two vehicle accident outside of Wallace

<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/02/07/id-time-is-coming-soon-for-early-voters-in-nebraska/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

OMAHA — If you’ve put off getting a photo ID in Nebraska and you plan to vote in this spring’s primary elections, get it done.

This year, election officials must check your ID before you can vote, including if you’re voting early by mail.

Douglas County Election Commissioner Brian Kruse fired a warning flare Wednesday, reminding voters of a change to state law.&nbsp;

New this year: Voters requesting a ballot to vote early must provide their ID number from a driver’s license or state ID card.&nbsp;

The state has created a website —&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://sos.nebraska.gov/elections/voter-id">https://sos.nebraska.gov/elections/voter-id</a>&nbsp;— to help voters prepare. People can find their county election offices&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://sos.nebraska.gov/elections/election-officials-contact-information">here</a>.&nbsp;

Those unwilling to write down an ID number on the request form can instead enclose a photocopy of a state-approved photo ID, which could be&nbsp;passport, college ID or military ID,&nbsp;among others. People with disabilities, illness or religious exceptions can fill out an exception form.

In Douglas County, about half of voters vote early by mail or early in person at the county election office. About 160,000 people have signed up for the county’s early voting list.

“I’m expecting about 85,000 of these (cards) to come back,” Kruse said. “So when voters get them, return them as soon as you can so we can process them.”&nbsp;

State election officials, including Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen, have urged voters to take steps now to reduce the chances of running into trouble while voting.

His office reminded residents in the 11 rural counties that vote entirely by mail that they need to put their ID information on the envelope used to return their ballots. The state’s all-mail-voting counties are Boone, Cedar, Cherry, Clay, Dawes, Dixon, Garden, Knox, Merrick, Morrill and Stanton.

Nebraskans adopted a constitutional amendment in 2022 requiring that election officials check a voter’s photo ID. Lawmakers implemented the change by passing&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/108/PDF/Slip/LB514.pdf">Legislative Bill 514</a>.

During bill discussions, defenders of the voting status quo said the burden of requiring an acceptable ID would fall hardest on senior citizens and people without easy access to transportation to get an ID.

Part of the new law included money set aside to pay for a free state ID for voting from the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles if a person does not have one.

Those who pressed for the constitutional amendment said the new law did not go far enough. This year, the Legislature is considering some language fixes that were filibustered.

Evnen, in a statement last month, said, “Every Nebraska voter should be thinking about how voter ID will impact their voting plan,” whether they plan to vote in person or by mail.

The primary election is May 14. Counties will start mailing out requested early voting ballots on April 8. In-person early voting will begin April 15. People must take an ID or vote provisionally and show one afterward.

Kruse said provisional ballots that are cast without a photo ID or number must be cleared up by the close of business on May 21. He said people must take an ID to the county election office.

Like many county election offices across the state, Kruse’s office has been staffing up a little earlier in anticipation of needing more time to review ballot applications.

He said the changes would add an average of 30 seconds to a minute to the time it takes to verify ballot requests. Staff are preparing to answer questions from people unaware of the change.

As for what people should expect this spring at the polls, Kruse said his office is hiring a greeter for every polling place to remind people of the requirements before they wait in line.

“Just bring your ID to the polling place,” he said. “If you forget your ID, you can go get it and come back or you can fill out a provisional and … bring your ID to the office.”

Aaron Sanderford<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/02/07/id-time-is-coming-soon-for-early-voters-in-nebraska/">Nebraska Examiner</a>OMAHA — If you’ve put off getting a photo ID in Nebraska and you plan to vote in this spring’s primary elections, get it done.This year, election officials must check your ID before you can vote, including if you’re voting early by mail.Douglas County Election Commissioner Brian Kruse fired a warning flare Wednesday, reminding voters of a change to state law.&nbsp;New this year: Voters requesting a ballot to vote early must provide their ID number from a driver’s license or state ID card.&nbsp;The state has created a website —&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://sos.nebraska.gov/elections/voter-id">https://sos.nebraska.gov/elections/voter-id</a>&nbsp;— to help voters prepare. People can find their county election offices&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://sos.nebraska.gov/elections/election-officials-contact-information">here</a>.&nbsp;Those unwilling to write down an ID number on the request form can instead enclose a photocopy of a state-approved photo ID, which could be&nbsp;passport, college ID or military ID,&nbsp;among others. People with disabilities, illness or religious exceptions can fill out an exception form.In Douglas County, about half of voters vote early by mail or early in person at the county election office. About 160,000 people have signed up for the county’s early voting list.“I’m expecting about 85,000 of these (cards) to come back,” Kruse said. “So when voters get them, return them as soon as you can so we can process them.”&nbsp;<h2>State urges voters to plan</h2>State election officials, including Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen, have urged voters to take steps now to reduce the chances of running into trouble while voting.His office reminded residents in the 11 rural counties that vote entirely by mail that they need to put their ID information on the envelope used to return their ballots. The state’s all-mail-voting counties are Boone, Cedar, Cherry, Clay, Dawes, Dixon, Garden, Knox, Merrick, Morrill and Stanton.Nebraskans adopted a constitutional amendment in 2022 requiring that election officials check a voter’s photo ID. Lawmakers implemented the change by passing&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/108/PDF/Slip/LB514.pdf">Legislative Bill 514</a>.During bill discussions, defenders of the voting status quo said the burden of requiring an acceptable ID would fall hardest on senior citizens and people without easy access to transportation to get an ID.Part of the new law included money set aside to pay for a free state ID for voting from the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles if a person does not have one.Those who pressed for the constitutional amendment said the new law did not go far enough. This year, the Legislature is considering some language fixes that were filibustered.Evnen, in a statement last month, said, “Every Nebraska voter should be thinking about how voter ID will impact their voting plan,” whether they plan to vote in person or by mail.<h2>Election starts soon</h2>The primary election is May 14. Counties will start mailing out requested early voting ballots on April 8. In-person early voting will begin April 15. People must take an ID or vote provisionally and show one afterward.Kruse said provisional ballots that are cast without a photo ID or number must be cleared up by the close of business on May 21. He said people must take an ID to the county election office.Like many county election offices across the state, Kruse’s office has been staffing up a little earlier in anticipation of needing more time to review ballot applications.He said the changes would add an average of 30 seconds to a minute to the time it takes to verify ballot requests. Staff are preparing to answer questions from people unaware of the change.As for what people should expect this spring at the polls, Kruse said his office is hiring a greeter for every polling place to remind people of the requirements before they wait in line.“Just bring your ID to the polling place,” he said. “If you forget your ID, you can go get it and come back or you can fill out a provisional and … bring your ID to the office.”

ID time is coming soon for early voters in Nebraska

Farm &amp; Ranch Expo Interviews brought to you by The Justin Thompson Agency &amp; Your Ag Network/Hot Barn Report on February 7 &amp; 8 from the D &amp; N Event Center in North Platte. We spoke with Ryan Anderson of Prairie Patio Furniture.

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

Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher as they recapped the February 6th, North Platte City Council meeting.&nbsp;&nbsp;

NORTH PLATTE - The North Platte city council held their regular meeting on February 6th, and different agendas were discussed amongst the council. Topics discussed was the snow route adaptation, final annexations, skatepark design team and so much more.

&nbsp; If you would like to learn more in-depth of what went on during the January 16th, North Platte City Council meeting, check out the podcast above. If you would like to watch the meeting,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzAYYSezK9w">click here.&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher as they recapped the February 6th, North Platte City Council meeting.&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) North Platte City Council Meeting, February 6th 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=ipx2d-1573b91-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 city council held their regular meeting on February 6th, and different agendas were discussed amongst the council. Topics discussed was the snow route adaptation, final annexations, skatepark design team and so much more.&nbsp; If you would like to learn more in-depth of what went on during the January 16th, North Platte City Council meeting, check out the podcast above. If you would like to watch the meeting,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzAYYSezK9w">click here.&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>

(Audio) North Platte City Council Meeting, February 6th Recap

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) encourages residents to get their MMR vaccines on time to protect against measles. Measles is a very contagious disease that causes high fevers and rash. It was rare in the United States since the invention of the measles vaccine in 1963, but recently cases of measles have been reported in several states. There have not been any cases reported in Nebraska yet. There are large outbreaks of measles in Europe and other parts of the world, so in this global era it is very important to be protected from this serious illness.

“Measles is a highly contagious vaccine-preventable disease,” states Melissa Propp RN, Clinic Manager with SWNPHD. “The MMR vaccine we use is very safe and effective.&nbsp; Measles can be a very dangerous disease for young children and babies.”

Signs and symptoms of measles start with high fever, cough, runny nose, and red watery eyes. Two or three days after symptoms begin, tiny white spots known as Koplik spots can be seen in the mouth.&nbsp; A few days later a red rash usually appears on the face and then spreads to the rest of the body. Symptoms of measles can appear anywhere from 2 days to 2 weeks after exposure.

Measles spreads quickly when people come in contact with the virus. Nine out of 10 unvaccinated people will develop measles if they are exposed. This virus spreads when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The measles virus can stay in the air and on surfaces for up to two hours after a person leaves a space, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).&nbsp; A person with measles can spread the disease to other people before they show symptoms.

CDC recommends that people get MMR vaccine to protect against measles, mumps, and rubella. Children should get two doses of MMR vaccine, starting with the first dose at 12 to 15 months of age, and the second dose at 4 through 6 years of age. Teens and adults should also make sure to be up to date on their MMR vaccinations, especially if planning on traveling to areas outside the US.

If you have questions about measles, the MMR vaccine, or any other vaccines, contact your medical provider or the public health nurses at SWNPHD. Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department serves Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Keith, Perkins, and Red Willow counties.&nbsp; You can follow us on Facebook, TikTok, You Tube and Instagram or view the website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.swhealth.ne.gov/" target="_blank">www.swhealth.ne.gov</a>&nbsp;which contains many additional resources.&nbsp; Call (308) 345-4223, one number three locations, McCook, Imperial, and Ogallala.

Southwest Nebraska Public Health DepartmentSouthwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) encourages residents to get their MMR vaccines on time to protect against measles. Measles is a very contagious disease that causes high fevers and rash. It was rare in the United States since the invention of the measles vaccine in 1963, but recently cases of measles have been reported in several states. There have not been any cases reported in Nebraska yet. There are large outbreaks of measles in Europe and other parts of the world, so in this global era it is very important to be protected from this serious illness.“Measles is a highly contagious vaccine-preventable disease,” states Melissa Propp RN, Clinic Manager with SWNPHD. “The MMR vaccine we use is very safe and effective.&nbsp; Measles can be a very dangerous disease for young children and babies.”SymptomsSigns and symptoms of measles start with high fever, cough, runny nose, and red watery eyes. Two or three days after symptoms begin, tiny white spots known as Koplik spots can be seen in the mouth.&nbsp; A few days later a red rash usually appears on the face and then spreads to the rest of the body. Symptoms of measles can appear anywhere from 2 days to 2 weeks after exposure.InfectionMeasles spreads quickly when people come in contact with the virus. Nine out of 10 unvaccinated people will develop measles if they are exposed. This virus spreads when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The measles virus can stay in the air and on surfaces for up to two hours after a person leaves a space, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).&nbsp; A person with measles can spread the disease to other people before they show symptoms.PreventionCDC recommends that people get MMR vaccine to protect against measles, mumps, and rubella. Children should get two doses of MMR vaccine, starting with the first dose at 12 to 15 months of age, and the second dose at 4 through 6 years of age. Teens and adults should also make sure to be up to date on their MMR vaccinations, especially if planning on traveling to areas outside the US.If you have questions about measles, the MMR vaccine, or any other vaccines, contact your medical provider or the public health nurses at SWNPHD. Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department serves Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Keith, Perkins, and Red Willow counties.&nbsp; You can follow us on Facebook, TikTok, You Tube and Instagram or view the website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.swhealth.ne.gov/" target="_blank">www.swhealth.ne.gov</a>&nbsp;which contains many additional resources.&nbsp; Call (308) 345-4223, one number three locations, McCook, Imperial, and Ogallala.

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