Questions? David Lott, Horticulture Extension Educator&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="mailto:dlott2@unl.edu" target="_blank">dlott2@unl.edu</a>&nbsp; OR (308) 532-2683 – Extension Office&nbsp;&nbsp;

Extension is a Division of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln cooperating with the Counties and the United States Department of Agriculture.&nbsp;

University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension educational programs abide with the nondiscrimination policies of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.&nbsp;

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 <li>The base should be sawed off about one inch above the original cut, and the base placed in a container of water.  Sprinkling or misting the branches and needles will also help retain freshness.&nbsp; </li>
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 <li>If the tree is bought several days before it is to be decorated, it should be stored outside in a cool, shaded area.&nbsp;</li>
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 <li>The base of the tree should be kept in water throughout the entire period that the tree is in use.  Research has indicated that no water additives are needed, but it is critical that the tree’s base is not allowed to dry.&nbsp;</li>
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 <li>When displaying the tree, be sure the stand is strong enough to support the tree.&nbsp;</li>
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 <li>Be sure the tree is placed away from sources of heat.  Trees do not cause fires but will support combustion when they cease to take up water and become dry.&nbsp;</li>
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 <li>Do not leave tree lights on unless someone is at home.&nbsp;</li>
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 <li>Trees should be removed prior to becoming overly dry.  The longer the tree is indoors, the greater the risk of it drying due to loss of moisture.&nbsp;</li>
 </ol>Questions? David Lott, Horticulture Extension Educator&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="mailto:dlott2@unl.edu" target="_blank">dlott2@unl.edu</a>&nbsp; OR (308) 532-2683 – Extension Office&nbsp;&nbsp;Extension is a Division of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln cooperating with the Counties and the United States Department of Agriculture.&nbsp;University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension educational programs abide with the nondiscrimination policies of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.&nbsp;

Caring for a Christmas Tree after Purchase 

(LINCOLN, NEB.) — The Property Assessment Division announces that pursuant to&nbsp; Neb. Rev. Stat. § 77-421(2), due to a vacant county assessor office, a county assessor certification&nbsp; examination (examination) will be held at a time different from February, May, August, and November examinations. This examination will be given on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. The examination is held&nbsp; from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (CST) with a one-hour break for lunch. Examinations can be held in either&nbsp; Lincoln or North Platte as noted below.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Any interested applicants are to complete an application and submit it with payment to the Department of&nbsp; Revenue prior to taking the examination.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Application forms and additional information can be obtained at revenue.nebraska.gov/PAD/assessor.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Certification and eligibility to hold office as a county assessor or deputy county assessor requires successful completion of this examination. Nebraska law prohibits an individual from filing for, or being appointed to, the office of county assessor or serving as deputy county assessor without a valid Nebraska Assessor Certificate. In addition, this certificate is required to be eligible to file for, or assume the office of, county clerk acting as an ex-officio county assessor.&nbsp;

North Platte examination location:&nbsp;

Nebraska Department of Revenue Conference Room&nbsp;

First Floor, Craft State Office Building&nbsp;

200 South Silber Street, North Platte, Nebraska&nbsp;

Lincoln examination location:&nbsp;&nbsp;

Second Floor, Nebraska State Office Building&nbsp;

301 Centennial Mall South, 14th &amp; M Streets, Lincoln, Nebraska&nbsp;

Nebraska Department of Revenue(LINCOLN, NEB.) — The Property Assessment Division announces that pursuant to&nbsp; Neb. Rev. Stat. § 77-421(2), due to a vacant county assessor office, a county assessor certification&nbsp; examination (examination) will be held at a time different from February, May, August, and November examinations. This examination will be given on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. The examination is held&nbsp; from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (CST) with a one-hour break for lunch. Examinations can be held in either&nbsp; Lincoln or North Platte as noted below.&nbsp;&nbsp;Any interested applicants are to complete an application and submit it with payment to the Department of&nbsp; Revenue prior to taking the examination.&nbsp;&nbsp;Application forms and additional information can be obtained at revenue.nebraska.gov/PAD/assessor.&nbsp;&nbsp;Certification and eligibility to hold office as a county assessor or deputy county assessor requires successful completion of this examination. Nebraska law prohibits an individual from filing for, or being appointed to, the office of county assessor or serving as deputy county assessor without a valid Nebraska Assessor Certificate. In addition, this certificate is required to be eligible to file for, or assume the office of, county clerk acting as an ex-officio county assessor.&nbsp;North Platte examination location:&nbsp;Nebraska Department of Revenue Conference Room&nbsp;First Floor, Craft State Office Building&nbsp;200 South Silber Street, North Platte, Nebraska&nbsp;Lincoln examination location:&nbsp;&nbsp;Nebraska Department of Revenue&nbsp;Second Floor, Nebraska State Office Building&nbsp;301 Centennial Mall South, 14th &amp; M Streets, Lincoln, Nebraska&nbsp;

Emergency County Assessor/Deputy County Assessor  Examination 

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The head of the union that represents track maintenance workers says Union Pacific is jeopardizing safety by delaying nearly 1,200 planned projects until next year and laying off more than 1,000 workers, but the railroad says the seasonal move shouldn't be alarming.

The president of the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division union has been sending letters to regulators for more than a month raising concerns about the layoffs, but the the Surface Transportation Board hasn't intervened.

“Chaos and disruption with Union Pacific’s Maintenance of Way forces can only lead to one outcome — deferred maintenance and catastrophic outcomes,” Tony Cardwell, who leads the union, said in his letters. “These furloughs will affect the safety of Union Pacific operations and pose serious safety risks for the general public and the communities surrounding Union Pacific’s infrastructure.”

Union Pacific said the decision to delay these projects is a reflection of the fact that the railroad went over budget after dealing with several unexpected weather events like the tropical storm that hit California this year and last summer's extreme heat. The railroad said it remains committed to safety and improving its track network across the western U.S.

<a href="https://apnews.com/article/palestinian-territories-ohio-canada-business-accidents-d57651e17b2f9e0163c50298106950a3">Railroad safety</a>&nbsp;has been a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/railroad-safety-derailments-tank-car-ohio-minnesota-c60f33b64e9c7dc05768a78ae20f3ce5">concern</a>&nbsp;nationwide this year ever since a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/politics-pete-buttigieg-evacuations-ohio-explosions-64908a6416662b5866809387f210aee5">Norfolk Southern train derailed</a>, spilled hazardous chemicals and caught fire in eastern Ohio in February. Members of Congress proposed&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ohio-train-derailment-congress-6288cdfb0b4381de4c9bfb05199b8ba6">reforms</a>&nbsp;but those have&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/east-palestine-train-derailment-safety-regulations-railroad-4db52c68daf68da05425b5b70363fb0a">largely stalled</a>.

Cardwell said that after these layoffs of 1,350 workers UP will have only a little over 4,700 track maintenance workers. Back in 2015 before a series of cuts designed to make the railroad more efficient, Union Pacific employed 8,791. That means each maintenance worker will now have about 11 miles (17.7 kilometers) of track to take care of on average, up from 8.6 last year and 6.5 in 2016.

The union is concerned that these cuts are an indication of how tightly&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/union-pacific-ceo-jim-vena-railroad-23365ccd844a91a7ba9d0cfd6b36fe0b">new CEO Jim Vena</a>&nbsp;plans to manage the railroad's expenses. Union Pacific, like all the major freight railroads, already made significant cuts in its workforce over the past several years as part of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/business-aab7d3084a8d17d8d721d2cb750be323">overhauling its operations</a>&nbsp;to rely more on fewer, longer trains. Last month, Union Pacific announced plans to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/union-pacific-railroad-management-layoffs-d72058d3154289e26c732492748bd452">trim the ranks</a>&nbsp;of its mangers across the railroad to help streamline decision making.

Union Pacific hasn't done large year-end layoffs of maintenance workers like this in several years, according to the union, although these jobs were originally listed as seasonal positions.

Union Pacific spokeswoman Clarissa Beyah said the actual number of furloughs will be smaller than the union fears because many workers take other jobs with the railroad and some workers may have enough vacation time saved up to cover the period.

“Accusations that Union Pacific does not invest in its infrastructure and maintenance are untrue," Beyah said. "This year alone, the railroad will spend $3.7 billion on capital investment, of which a significant portion is allotted for maintenance. As part of the capital planning process, we are temporarily reducing some seasonal track maintenance positions.”

The railroad said its workers have already replaced more than 3 million railroad ties and more than 400 miles of track across the railroad this year.

And even though these maintenance workers will be out of work during the holiday season, Union Pacific said it continues to hire train crews in certain locations as part of its effort to improve service and make sure it can handle all the shipments companies hire the railroad to deliver. At last report, Union Pacific had more than 33,000 employees in October before these layoffs began.

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The head of the union that represents track maintenance workers says Union Pacific is jeopardizing safety by delaying nearly 1,200 planned projects until next year and laying off more than 1,000 workers, but the railroad says the seasonal move shouldn't be alarming.The president of the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division union has been sending letters to regulators for more than a month raising concerns about the layoffs, but the the Surface Transportation Board hasn't intervened.“Chaos and disruption with Union Pacific’s Maintenance of Way forces can only lead to one outcome — deferred maintenance and catastrophic outcomes,” Tony Cardwell, who leads the union, said in his letters. “These furloughs will affect the safety of Union Pacific operations and pose serious safety risks for the general public and the communities surrounding Union Pacific’s infrastructure.”Union Pacific said the decision to delay these projects is a reflection of the fact that the railroad went over budget after dealing with several unexpected weather events like the tropical storm that hit California this year and last summer's extreme heat. The railroad said it remains committed to safety and improving its track network across the western U.S.<a href="https://apnews.com/article/palestinian-territories-ohio-canada-business-accidents-d57651e17b2f9e0163c50298106950a3">Railroad safety</a>&nbsp;has been a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/railroad-safety-derailments-tank-car-ohio-minnesota-c60f33b64e9c7dc05768a78ae20f3ce5">concern</a>&nbsp;nationwide this year ever since a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/politics-pete-buttigieg-evacuations-ohio-explosions-64908a6416662b5866809387f210aee5">Norfolk Southern train derailed</a>, spilled hazardous chemicals and caught fire in eastern Ohio in February. Members of Congress proposed&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ohio-train-derailment-congress-6288cdfb0b4381de4c9bfb05199b8ba6">reforms</a>&nbsp;but those have&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/east-palestine-train-derailment-safety-regulations-railroad-4db52c68daf68da05425b5b70363fb0a">largely stalled</a>.Cardwell said that after these layoffs of 1,350 workers UP will have only a little over 4,700 track maintenance workers. Back in 2015 before a series of cuts designed to make the railroad more efficient, Union Pacific employed 8,791. That means each maintenance worker will now have about 11 miles (17.7 kilometers) of track to take care of on average, up from 8.6 last year and 6.5 in 2016.The union is concerned that these cuts are an indication of how tightly&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/union-pacific-ceo-jim-vena-railroad-23365ccd844a91a7ba9d0cfd6b36fe0b">new CEO Jim Vena</a>&nbsp;plans to manage the railroad's expenses. Union Pacific, like all the major freight railroads, already made significant cuts in its workforce over the past several years as part of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/business-aab7d3084a8d17d8d721d2cb750be323">overhauling its operations</a>&nbsp;to rely more on fewer, longer trains. Last month, Union Pacific announced plans to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/union-pacific-railroad-management-layoffs-d72058d3154289e26c732492748bd452">trim the ranks</a>&nbsp;of its mangers across the railroad to help streamline decision making.Union Pacific hasn't done large year-end layoffs of maintenance workers like this in several years, according to the union, although these jobs were originally listed as seasonal positions.Union Pacific spokeswoman Clarissa Beyah said the actual number of furloughs will be smaller than the union fears because many workers take other jobs with the railroad and some workers may have enough vacation time saved up to cover the period.“Accusations that Union Pacific does not invest in its infrastructure and maintenance are untrue," Beyah said. "This year alone, the railroad will spend $3.7 billion on capital investment, of which a significant portion is allotted for maintenance. As part of the capital planning process, we are temporarily reducing some seasonal track maintenance positions.”The railroad said its workers have already replaced more than 3 million railroad ties and more than 400 miles of track across the railroad this year.And even though these maintenance workers will be out of work during the holiday season, Union Pacific said it continues to hire train crews in certain locations as part of its effort to improve service and make sure it can handle all the shipments companies hire the railroad to deliver. At last report, Union Pacific had more than 33,000 employees in October before these layoffs began.

Rail union says Union Pacific layoffs of over 1,000 track maintenance workers jeopardizes safety

Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Haven Smith, Executive Director from the Mid-Plains United Way and the pair discussed upcoming events and the idea of donating during this holiday season.&nbsp;

NORTH PLATTE - The holiday season has officially rolled into and many partner agencies and the Mid-Plain United Way are in the middle of there fundraisers, campaigns, events and so much more. The holiday time can be a joy but also a struggle. Donating during the holiday can help benefit yourself and also others. In this weeks chat, Haven and Canon talked about different aspects of donating during the holiday season. The pair also chatted about upcoming events. If you would like to learn more, check out the podcast above.&nbsp;

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(Audio) Mid-Plains United Way weekly conversation

OHS One-Act Team placed 1st at the Southwest Conference Play Production Contest on Tuesday. They also took home the Outstanding Actress award, Lauren Henning, and the Outstanding Actor award, Michael Tophoj. 

Seven others received outstanding performance awards: Tyler Wang, Anica Bush, Kaden Walker, Erica Hesser, Jasmine, Biel, Isabel Rodriguez, and Lillian Holthusen. The group will travel to Gothenburg on Saturday to compete in the District B-6 contest.

Ogallala Public SchoolsOHS One-Act Team placed 1st at the Southwest Conference Play Production Contest on Tuesday. They also took home the Outstanding Actress award, Lauren Henning, and the Outstanding Actor award, Michael Tophoj. Seven others received outstanding performance awards: Tyler Wang, Anica Bush, Kaden Walker, Erica Hesser, Jasmine, Biel, Isabel Rodriguez, and Lillian Holthusen. The group will travel to Gothenburg on Saturday to compete in the District B-6 contest.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FOgallalaSchools%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02LPUL8ykEdNf2oD79s562RU66dYUPN1wxqkZDvYnvLswPHBcGQzCYQjrXZJ2cUVuel&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="761" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

OHS One Act Team places 1st at the Southwest Conference Play Production, team will compete at the B-6 District tomorrow in Gothenburg

Winter Wonderland event going in Ogallala on Sunday

Perkins County Schools has announced that Ava Reese has committed to Hastings College to continue her education and athletic career to run track. Reese signed in the school's gym.

Perkins County Schools has announced that Ava Reese has committed to Hastings College to continue her education and athletic career to run track. Reese signed in the school's gym.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FPerkinsCntySchools%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0ArS55tfgoDcjQsYou9EwJizuvLcr5uLWJmsVYw6F97NuNRmvBNqf6vTAJ4c82aFal&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="703" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Perkins County Ava Reese commits to Hastings College for track

North Platte native Olivia Phillips (stage name Liv Faith) joined Derek Beck on Z93.5 Country Friday afternoon to chat about her debut country song "Settle Down".

Olivia is a student at UNL, her parents are Robyn Summers Foote and Jess Phillips both of North Platte. Liv's brother is Drew Phillips who is also a musician plays with the Drew Phillips Band and was recently named the opener for Michael Ray at next summers Lincoln County Fair in North Platte. Below is Liv's conversation today on Z93.5 Country with Derek Beck. (Podcast sponsored by North Platte Kubota)

(Song not included in this interview, you can find "SETTLE DOWN" on all streaming platforms, search Liv Faith.

North Platte native Olivia Phillips (stage name Liv Faith) joined Derek Beck on Z93.5 Country Friday afternoon to chat about her debut country song "Settle Down".Olivia is a student at UNL, her parents are Robyn Summers Foote and Jess Phillips both of North Platte. Liv's brother is Drew Phillips who is also a musician plays with the Drew Phillips Band and was recently named the opener for Michael Ray at next summers Lincoln County Fair in North Platte. Below is Liv's conversation today on Z93.5 Country with Derek Beck. (Podcast sponsored by North Platte Kubota)<div><iframe title="North Platte native Olivia Phillips debuts song on Z93.5 Country Today" 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=kpmbz-1513bdf-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>(Song not included in this interview, you can find "SETTLE DOWN" on all streaming platforms, search Liv Faith.<figure>
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North Platte native Olivia Phillips debuts song on Z93.5 Country Today

(North Platte, Nebraska, December 1, 2023) – With the holiday season upon us, the Tourism Advisory Council (TAC) of North Platte has decided to continue our tradition of gifting two employees of a tourism driven business a basket of goodies to help them put together their holiday feasts! Each business that is a member of TAC puts in the name of one employee or volunteer from their organization that they would like to gift a meal to. These names are drawn, and one Thanksgiving basket is given, and one Christmas basket is given. The recipient of the Thanksgiving basket is a volunteer of the North Platte Pow Wow and received their meal the week of Thanksgiving. The recipient of the Christmas basket is an employee of the Best Western Plus and will be delivered the week of Christmas.&nbsp;

The purpose of the Tourism Advisory Council is to advance the tourism industry in the City of North&nbsp; Platte/Lincoln County. We raise the standard and upgrade the economy of the tourism/lodging industry and maintain a front-line training program for all front-line employees because they all have a direct&nbsp; influence on tourism traffic. We also encourage and maintain truthfulness and fair play in advertising&nbsp; and general business practices, and we try to bring about a better public understanding of the aims and&nbsp; benefits of the tourism industry. We are continually working to establish a forum where ideas,&nbsp; information, and experience regarding the tourism industry can be exchanged to help better us all.&nbsp;

Tourism Advisory Council(North Platte, Nebraska, December 1, 2023) – With the holiday season upon us, the Tourism Advisory Council (TAC) of North Platte has decided to continue our tradition of gifting two employees of a tourism driven business a basket of goodies to help them put together their holiday feasts! Each business that is a member of TAC puts in the name of one employee or volunteer from their organization that they would like to gift a meal to. These names are drawn, and one Thanksgiving basket is given, and one Christmas basket is given. The recipient of the Thanksgiving basket is a volunteer of the North Platte Pow Wow and received their meal the week of Thanksgiving. The recipient of the Christmas basket is an employee of the Best Western Plus and will be delivered the week of Christmas.&nbsp;The purpose of the Tourism Advisory Council is to advance the tourism industry in the City of North&nbsp; Platte/Lincoln County. We raise the standard and upgrade the economy of the tourism/lodging industry and maintain a front-line training program for all front-line employees because they all have a direct&nbsp; influence on tourism traffic. We also encourage and maintain truthfulness and fair play in advertising&nbsp; and general business practices, and we try to bring about a better public understanding of the aims and&nbsp; benefits of the tourism industry. We are continually working to establish a forum where ideas,&nbsp; information, and experience regarding the tourism industry can be exchanged to help better us all.&nbsp;

Tourism Advisory Council Holiday Baskets

OGALLALA - The Ogallala Indians boy's and girls' basketball teams are ready to get their season started today when they travel east to take on Class B Lexington Minutemaids/Minutemen.&nbsp;

Both Lexington teams played last night in Gothenburg where the girls' team lost 57-12 and the boys' team lost 62-19. We will have LIVE coverage of today's games on Flatrock 100.7 with Canon Rath. Kwik Stop pregame coverage is set to begin at 4:45pm MT/5:45pm CT with tipoff set for 5:00pm MT/6:00pm CT. Listen along on Flatrock 100.7 FM or online by <a href="https://flatrock1007.com/">click here.</a>

Sandhills PostOGALLALA - The Ogallala Indians boy's and girls' basketball teams are ready to get their season started today when they travel east to take on Class B Lexington Minutemaids/Minutemen.&nbsp;Both Lexington teams played last night in Gothenburg where the girls' team lost 57-12 and the boys' team lost 62-19. We will have LIVE coverage of today's games on Flatrock 100.7 with Canon Rath. Kwik Stop pregame coverage is set to begin at 4:45pm MT/5:45pm CT with tipoff set for 5:00pm MT/6:00pm CT. Listen along on Flatrock 100.7 FM or online by <a href="https://flatrock1007.com/">click here.</a>

Ogallala basketball ready to kick off the 2023-2024 season today 

Garan Coons demonstrates the men’s fancy dance during a performance Thursday afternoon in North Platte. Coons is Oglala Lakota and Navajo. He is also a dancer, singer, flute player and storyteller and the founder of the Native American Many Moccasins Dance Troupe.

Coons, his children and his mother were hosted by Mid-Plains Community College. They also performed earlier in the day in McCook in honor of Native American Heritage Month.

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 </figure>Heather Johnson MPCCGaran Coons demonstrates the men’s fancy dance during a performance Thursday afternoon in North Platte. Coons is Oglala Lakota and Navajo. He is also a dancer, singer, flute player and storyteller and the founder of the Native American Many Moccasins Dance Troupe.Coons, his children and his mother were hosted by Mid-Plains Community College. They also performed earlier in the day in McCook in honor of Native American Heritage Month.

MPCC hosts Native American dancer/storyteller

Union Pacific Railroad scored 100% on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-24&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hrc.org/resources/corporate-equality-index">Corporate Equality Index</a>, a leading national benchmark identifying companies with a strong track record of embracing LGBTQ+ equality in practices, policies, and benefits.

This is the second year in a row Union Pacific earned a 100% score.

“This award represents the hard work and relentless drive within Union Pacific to create a company culture that embraces&nbsp;<a href="https://www.up.com/up/aboutup/corporate_info/diversity/index.htm">diversity and inclusion</a>&nbsp;as a strength and cultivates a workplace environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect,” said Debra Schrampfer, Union Pacific Railroad’s Chief Diversity Officer.

To earn top marks, companies must meet the Corporate Equality Index’s criteria in four categories: workforce protections against discrimination, equitable benefits for LGBTQ+ workers and their families; supporting an inclusive culture and corporate social responsibility; and responsible citizenship.

“Today’s award reaffirms people who identify as LGBTQ+, and our allies, belong at Union Pacific,” said Ryan Kula, president of Union Pacific’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender&nbsp;<a href="https://www.up.com/up/aboutup/corporate_info/diversity/employee-resource-groups/index.htm">Employee Resource Group</a>&nbsp;known as BRIDGES. “It also underscores the railroad’s commitment to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which their employees live and work.”

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>.

OMAHA, NEB., NOVEMBER 30, 2023Union Pacific Railroad scored 100% on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-24&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hrc.org/resources/corporate-equality-index">Corporate Equality Index</a>, a leading national benchmark identifying companies with a strong track record of embracing LGBTQ+ equality in practices, policies, and benefits.This is the second year in a row Union Pacific earned a 100% score.“This award represents the hard work and relentless drive within Union Pacific to create a company culture that embraces&nbsp;<a href="https://www.up.com/up/aboutup/corporate_info/diversity/index.htm">diversity and inclusion</a>&nbsp;as a strength and cultivates a workplace environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect,” said Debra Schrampfer, Union Pacific Railroad’s Chief Diversity Officer.To earn top marks, companies must meet the Corporate Equality Index’s criteria in four categories: workforce protections against discrimination, equitable benefits for LGBTQ+ workers and their families; supporting an inclusive culture and corporate social responsibility; and responsible citizenship.“Today’s award reaffirms people who identify as LGBTQ+, and our allies, belong at Union Pacific,” said Ryan Kula, president of Union Pacific’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender&nbsp;<a href="https://www.up.com/up/aboutup/corporate_info/diversity/employee-resource-groups/index.htm">Employee Resource Group</a>&nbsp;known as BRIDGES. “It also underscores the railroad’s commitment to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which their employees live and work.”<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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Post News Director chatted with Camon Landry from the Salvation Army and the duo recapped Thanksgiving week, chatted about the Red Kettle campaign and so much more.&nbsp;

NORTH PLATTE - The Salvation Army is officially in full swing during this holiday season. Last week, the Salvation Army did their food distributions box donations and donated over 150 boxes to families who signed up. Boxes included Turkey's, mash potatoes and so much more. Leftover food from the boxes was then donated to partner agencies of the Salvation Army.&nbsp;

The Salvation Army is also gearing up for their Christmas Community Dinner on December 8th starting at 5:00pm. The event is for anyone in the community who wants to attend. Also, the Red Kettle campaign is underway. In North Platte, there are 8 locations. Volunteers are needed and if you would like to volunteer to ring the bell,<a href="https://registertoring.com/"> click here</a>. If someone under the age of 18 wants to volunteer an adult or guardian must be with the Individual.&nbsp;

If you would like to learn more about what the Salvation Army has been up and upcoming events, check out the podcast above.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;Post News Director chatted with Camon Landry from the Salvation Army and the duo recapped Thanksgiving week, chatted about the Red Kettle campaign and so much more.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) Salvation Army Weekly Chat #2" 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=r8ztv-1512273-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>NORTH PLATTE - The Salvation Army is officially in full swing during this holiday season. Last week, the Salvation Army did their food distributions box donations and donated over 150 boxes to families who signed up. Boxes included Turkey's, mash potatoes and so much more. Leftover food from the boxes was then donated to partner agencies of the Salvation Army.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700079784759.jpeg" alt="Camon Landry. Photo taken by Canon Rath/North Platte Post" />
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 </figure>The Salvation Army is also gearing up for their Christmas Community Dinner on December 8th starting at 5:00pm. The event is for anyone in the community who wants to attend. Also, the Red Kettle campaign is underway. In North Platte, there are 8 locations. Volunteers are needed and if you would like to volunteer to ring the bell,<a href="https://registertoring.com/"> click here</a>. If someone under the age of 18 wants to volunteer an adult or guardian must be with the Individual.&nbsp;If you would like to learn more about what the Salvation Army has been up and upcoming events, check out the podcast above.&nbsp;

(Audio) Salvation Army Weekly Chat #2

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 (LINCOLN, NEB.) — The next examination for the Nebraska County&nbsp; Assessor/Deputy County Assessor Certification will be given on Thursday, February 8, 2024.&nbsp; Candidates interested in taking this examination will test in one of the Department of Revenue’s&nbsp; offices in either Lincoln or North Platte. The examination is held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with&nbsp; a one-hour break for lunch.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Applications accompanied by the applicable fee must be submitted to the Department of Revenue&nbsp; no later than January 29, 2024.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Certification and eligibility to hold office as a county assessor or deputy county assessor requires&nbsp; successful completion of this examination. Nebraska law prohibits an individual from filing for,&nbsp; or being appointed to, the office of county assessor or serving as deputy county assessor without&nbsp; a valid Nebraska Assessor Certificate. In addition, this certificate is required to be eligible to file&nbsp; for, or assume the office of, county clerk acting as an ex-officio county assessor.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Application forms and additional information can be obtained at revenue.nebraska.gov/PAD.&nbsp;

Nebraska Department of Revenue Conference Room&nbsp;&nbsp;

First Floor, Craft State Office Building&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nebraska Department of Revenue Training Center&nbsp;&nbsp;

Second Floor, State Office Building&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nebraska Department of RevenueNOVEMBER 30, 2023 (LINCOLN, NEB.) — The next examination for the Nebraska County&nbsp; Assessor/Deputy County Assessor Certification will be given on Thursday, February 8, 2024.&nbsp; Candidates interested in taking this examination will test in one of the Department of Revenue’s&nbsp; offices in either Lincoln or North Platte. The examination is held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with&nbsp; a one-hour break for lunch.&nbsp;&nbsp;Applications accompanied by the applicable fee must be submitted to the Department of Revenue&nbsp; no later than January 29, 2024.&nbsp;&nbsp;Certification and eligibility to hold office as a county assessor or deputy county assessor requires&nbsp; successful completion of this examination. Nebraska law prohibits an individual from filing for,&nbsp; or being appointed to, the office of county assessor or serving as deputy county assessor without&nbsp; a valid Nebraska Assessor Certificate. In addition, this certificate is required to be eligible to file&nbsp; for, or assume the office of, county clerk acting as an ex-officio county assessor.&nbsp;&nbsp;Application forms and additional information can be obtained at revenue.nebraska.gov/PAD.&nbsp;North Platte examination location:&nbsp;Nebraska Department of Revenue Conference Room&nbsp;&nbsp;First Floor, Craft State Office Building&nbsp;&nbsp;200 South Silber Street, North Platte, Nebraska&nbsp;Lincoln examination location:&nbsp;Nebraska Department of Revenue Training Center&nbsp;&nbsp;Second Floor, State Office Building&nbsp;&nbsp;301 Centennial Mall South, 14th &amp; M Streets, Lincoln, Nebraska&nbsp;

County Assessor/Deputy County Assessor Examination

North Platte, NE - Mid-Plains United Way is excited to announce its upcoming gift-wrapping event, presented by Lashley Land Residential by Tami&nbsp; Timmerman-Lashley. The event will be held at Walmart Supercenter in North Platte from December 8 to December 10, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.&nbsp;

"We are thrilled to partner with Lashley Land Residential by Tami Timmerman Lashley for this event," said Mid-Plains United Way Executive Director, Haven Smith.&nbsp; "Thanks to her generosity, the entire $5 per present directly funds our partner agencies&nbsp; and makes a positive impact in our community."&nbsp;

The event is open to everyone who wants to get their gifts wrapped for a good cause.&nbsp; All proceeds from the event will benefit Mid-Plains United Way, which is committed&nbsp; to making a difference in the communities it serves. Funds raised allow Mid-Plains&nbsp; United Way to continue supporting programs that provide food and shelter to those&nbsp; who are struggling, help children and youth succeed in school, and ensure that our&nbsp; seniors are cared for and connected with their communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The booth will be located in front of the checkout on the north side of Walmart.&nbsp; Customers can choose from a variety of wrapping paper and ribbons to make their &nbsp;gifts look special.&nbsp;

"We encourage everyone to stop by the booth and take advantage of this service," said&nbsp; Tami Timmerman-Lashley. "You can do your extra shopping while you wait and you'll &nbsp;also be supporting a great cause."&nbsp;

For more information about the event or to pre-schedule your gift wrapping, please&nbsp; contact Mid-Plains United Way at unitedway172@gmail.com or call 308-532-8870.

About Mid-Plains United Way&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mid-Plains United Way is a nonprofit organization that unites community resources to fund and support non-profits that improve education, health and financial stability in the region. Mid-Plains United Way is committed to diversity and inclusion and strives to create a strong and caring community for everyone. Their service area includes 16 counties: Chase, Custer, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Grant, Hayes, Hitchcock, Hooker, Keith, Lincoln, Logan, McPherson, Perkins, Red Willow and Thomas counties. 

2023- 24 partner agencies are Bridge of Hope Child Advocacy Center, Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska-Utilities, Community Connections Mentoring, Community Connections Substance Abuse Prevention, Guardians of the Children, L2 for Kids, Lutheran Family Services, Nebraska Youth Center, The Connection Homeless Shelter, North Platte Senior Center and Hope Esperanza.&nbsp;

For more information or to donate online, please visit midplainsunitedway.com

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 </figure>Mid-Plains United WayNorth Platte, NE - Mid-Plains United Way is excited to announce its upcoming gift-wrapping event, presented by Lashley Land Residential by Tami&nbsp; Timmerman-Lashley. The event will be held at Walmart Supercenter in North Platte from December 8 to December 10, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.&nbsp;"We are thrilled to partner with Lashley Land Residential by Tami Timmerman Lashley for this event," said Mid-Plains United Way Executive Director, Haven Smith.&nbsp; "Thanks to her generosity, the entire $5 per present directly funds our partner agencies&nbsp; and makes a positive impact in our community."&nbsp;The event is open to everyone who wants to get their gifts wrapped for a good cause.&nbsp; All proceeds from the event will benefit Mid-Plains United Way, which is committed&nbsp; to making a difference in the communities it serves. Funds raised allow Mid-Plains&nbsp; United Way to continue supporting programs that provide food and shelter to those&nbsp; who are struggling, help children and youth succeed in school, and ensure that our&nbsp; seniors are cared for and connected with their communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;The booth will be located in front of the checkout on the north side of Walmart.&nbsp; Customers can choose from a variety of wrapping paper and ribbons to make their &nbsp;gifts look special.&nbsp;"We encourage everyone to stop by the booth and take advantage of this service," said&nbsp; Tami Timmerman-Lashley. "You can do your extra shopping while you wait and you'll &nbsp;also be supporting a great cause."&nbsp;For more information about the event or to pre-schedule your gift wrapping, please&nbsp; contact Mid-Plains United Way at unitedway172@gmail.com or call 308-532-8870.About Mid-Plains United Way&nbsp;&nbsp;Mid-Plains United Way is a nonprofit organization that unites community resources to fund and support non-profits that improve education, health and financial stability in the region. Mid-Plains United Way is committed to diversity and inclusion and strives to create a strong and caring community for everyone. Their service area includes 16 counties: Chase, Custer, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Grant, Hayes, Hitchcock, Hooker, Keith, Lincoln, Logan, McPherson, Perkins, Red Willow and Thomas counties. 2023- 24 partner agencies are Bridge of Hope Child Advocacy Center, Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska-Utilities, Community Connections Mentoring, Community Connections Substance Abuse Prevention, Guardians of the Children, L2 for Kids, Lutheran Family Services, Nebraska Youth Center, The Connection Homeless Shelter, North Platte Senior Center and Hope Esperanza.&nbsp;For more information or to donate online, please visit midplainsunitedway.com

Mid-Plains United Way Launches Annual Holiday Gift Wrapping Booth at  Walmart 

Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Cassie Condon, Vice President of Operations for the North Platte Area of Chamber and Development talked about the Shop North Platte event that is going on tell December 12th.&nbsp;

NORTH PLATTE – Shop North Platte is officially under way and will continue on until December 12th. Shop North Platte was created to shop locally at North Platte businesses this holiday season. Over 30 local businesses are taking part in this year's event. Shoppers who shop locally have a chance to win $5,000. Shoppers will receive a blue ticket and every $10 spent, shoppers can earn another blue ticket. Folks just entering the business will also receive the blue ticket. The drawing is set for December 14th. Shoppers must be 18 and older to participate in the drawing.

Shop North Platte replaces the old passport system that was used for the past 4 years. “I absolutely loved the passport program as it highlighted our local entrepreneurs and small businesses that give so much back to our community... but our one-day program we felt just wasn’t enough,” said Cassie Condon. “We really wanted to find something that encouraged customer loyalty and raise more awareness for retail availability... we really wanted to expand it from a one-day program to a three-week program and reward people for shopping locally.”

If you would like to learn a more in-depth about the Shop North Platte event that’s going on, more about the blue tickets, how it was designed, check out the podcast above. To see all the participating businesses, check the graphic below.

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Cassie Condon, Vice President of Operations for the North Platte Area of Chamber and Development talked about the Shop North Platte event that is going on tell December 12th.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) Shop North Platte is underway" 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=mac8m-150f24f-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>NORTH PLATTE – Shop North Platte is officially under way and will continue on until December 12th. Shop North Platte was created to shop locally at North Platte businesses this holiday season. Over 30 local businesses are taking part in this year's event. Shoppers who shop locally have a chance to win $5,000. Shoppers will receive a blue ticket and every $10 spent, shoppers can earn another blue ticket. Folks just entering the business will also receive the blue ticket. The drawing is set for December 14th. Shoppers must be 18 and older to participate in the drawing.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1701205876514.jpeg" alt="North Platte Area Chamber and Development Vice President of Operations Cassie Condon. Photo taken by Canon Rath/North Platte Post" />
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 </figure>Shop North Platte replaces the old passport system that was used for the past 4 years. “I absolutely loved the passport program as it highlighted our local entrepreneurs and small businesses that give so much back to our community... but our one-day program we felt just wasn’t enough,” said Cassie Condon. “We really wanted to find something that encouraged customer loyalty and raise more awareness for retail availability... we really wanted to expand it from a one-day program to a three-week program and reward people for shopping locally.”<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FNorthPlatteChamber%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02uEK7GyGstiKycBgw7JnANcug1xAUwDeqHKYBVETLwVck2VQWiGNPaFUEdU3jZKi9l&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="668" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>If you would like to learn a more in-depth about the Shop North Platte event that’s going on, more about the blue tickets, how it was designed, check out the podcast above. To see all the participating businesses, check the graphic below.<figure>
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(Audio) Shop North Platte is underway

Help the Kimball Health Services EMS fill the food pantry!!!! EMS can pick up items locally now thru December 8th. For drop off/pick up or inquiries, contact Mandy R. at 720-403-6866, Greg D. at 970-965-9143, or the EMS office at Kimball Health Services!

Kimball Health ServicesHelp the Kimball Health Services EMS fill the food pantry!!!! EMS can pick up items locally now thru December 8th. For drop off/pick up or inquiries, contact Mandy R. at 720-403-6866, Greg D. at 970-965-9143, or the EMS office at Kimball Health Services!<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fkimballhealthservices%2Fposts%2Fpfbid04osFyd3qDKK2SdxbU544A2YjtNoGvxeYov1687dbXa6FmQkhCnu5ymS17sYb7Ebzl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="647" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Residents can help Kimball Health Services EMS fill the food pantry

Madrid, Neb - The Village of Madrid is hosting their annual Christmas "Open House" today. It runs from 10am-6pm today with holiday specials all over the community. Z 93.5 Country &amp; Flatrock 100.7 will be broadcasting on-location at Country Load Trailer Sales today from 4-6pm.&nbsp;

The Village of Madrid invites people from all over Perkins County and the greater area to attend events today. There will be some large giveaways for those in attendance at Country Load Trailer Sales around 5:30pm today. A $100 gift card will be given away, to have a chance at winning it, stop by The Madrid General Store, Country Load Trailer Sales, Regier Equipment and Eastern Sky today and have your Christmas Passport stamped by each business.&nbsp;

There will by Free Hayrack rides and hot apple cider from 4-6pm provided by Regier Equipment, and Santa will be a Country Load Trailer Sales from 5-6pm to take pictures with children.

Inside of Country Load Trailer Sales shop will be a vendor show from 10-6pm today. Local vendors from Mary K, Potts Laser Workshop &amp; Design, Burritos &amp; More, Makenzi's Boutique, A Bit of Sunshine Candles, Christine Marie Cheesecakes, Wild Ass Soaps, Midwest Ag Products, 3 Generation Crafters and PC Tumlers will all be present.&nbsp;

Madrid, Neb - The Village of Madrid is hosting their annual Christmas "Open House" today. It runs from 10am-6pm today with holiday specials all over the community. Z 93.5 Country &amp; Flatrock 100.7 will be broadcasting on-location at Country Load Trailer Sales today from 4-6pm.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>The Village of Madrid invites people from all over Perkins County and the greater area to attend events today. There will be some large giveaways for those in attendance at Country Load Trailer Sales around 5:30pm today. A $100 gift card will be given away, to have a chance at winning it, stop by The Madrid General Store, Country Load Trailer Sales, Regier Equipment and Eastern Sky today and have your Christmas Passport stamped by each business.&nbsp;There will by Free Hayrack rides and hot apple cider from 4-6pm provided by Regier Equipment, and Santa will be a Country Load Trailer Sales from 5-6pm to take pictures with children.Inside of Country Load Trailer Sales shop will be a vendor show from 10-6pm today. Local vendors from Mary K, Potts Laser Workshop &amp; Design, Burritos &amp; More, Makenzi's Boutique, A Bit of Sunshine Candles, Christine Marie Cheesecakes, Wild Ass Soaps, Midwest Ag Products, 3 Generation Crafters and PC Tumlers will all be present.&nbsp;

Madrid Christmas Open House today, and will feature big givaways this afternoon

NPCC’s STEM Club, The Light Company and&nbsp;Alpha Beta Theta, the college’s chapter of&nbsp;the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, are hosting Angel Trees to help children in need.

It’s part of a campaign by The Salvation Army of North Platte to provide gifts to the less fortunate during the holidays. Trees are located outside the welcome centers on the college’s north and south campuses.&nbsp;

Each tree is decorated with paper ornaments including basic information about the children as well as gifts they wish to receive.

People are encouraged to take an ornament, purchase a gift listed on the tag and then return the unwrapped item in a bag, with the tag attached, by Dec. 12 to the welcome centers.

Gifts can also be dropped off at The Salvation Army, with math and physics instructor Jared Daily, in Room 217 of the Health and Science Center, or with history instructor Dr. Glynn Wolar in Room 145A of the McDonald-Belton Building.

<a>Salvation Army volunteers will wrap the presents and distribute them to the children.</a>

Heather Johnson NPCCNPCC’s STEM Club, The Light Company and&nbsp;Alpha Beta Theta, the college’s chapter of&nbsp;the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, are hosting Angel Trees to help children in need.It’s part of a campaign by The Salvation Army of North Platte to provide gifts to the less fortunate during the holidays. Trees are located outside the welcome centers on the college’s north and south campuses.&nbsp;Each tree is decorated with paper ornaments including basic information about the children as well as gifts they wish to receive.People are encouraged to take an ornament, purchase a gift listed on the tag and then return the unwrapped item in a bag, with the tag attached, by Dec. 12 to the welcome centers.Gifts can also be dropped off at The Salvation Army, with math and physics instructor Jared Daily, in Room 217 of the Health and Science Center, or with history instructor Dr. Glynn Wolar in Room 145A of the McDonald-Belton Building.<a>Salvation Army volunteers will wrap the presents and distribute them to the children.</a>

NPCC student organizations host Angel Trees

North Platte Public Schools High Ability Learner Program (HAL) and Keep North Platte and Lincoln County Beautiful (KNPLCB) are partnering over the holiday season to recycle holiday lights.&nbsp; The recycling program will begin on December 1st&nbsp;and run through January 15th.&nbsp; Drop off locations include each NPPS Elementary School, North Platte Police Station, and RSVP Office.&nbsp; The HAL students provide community service projects, in addition to their educational programing, in an effort to reach their highest potential.&nbsp;

Once collected, the lights will be transported to a recycling facility in Omaha.&nbsp; All strands of lights can be recycled.&nbsp;&nbsp;Most Christmas lights contain plastic, glass and copper. At the facility, recycled lights will be crushed up — making it possible for the individual materials to be reused.

There are valid environmental concerns to consider when it comes to disposing of&nbsp;holiday lights.&nbsp;Beyond likely ending up in a landfill, throwing away light strings that contain&nbsp;compact fluorescent lightbulbs, or CFLs, can release mercury into the environment if the bulbs break.

We encourage you to forgo the trash can and drop your lights off at any of these locations in North Platte:&nbsp;

Mona AndersonNorth Platte Public Schools High Ability Learner Program (HAL) and Keep North Platte and Lincoln County Beautiful (KNPLCB) are partnering over the holiday season to recycle holiday lights.&nbsp; The recycling program will begin on December 1st&nbsp;and run through January 15th.&nbsp; Drop off locations include each NPPS Elementary School, North Platte Police Station, and RSVP Office.&nbsp; The HAL students provide community service projects, in addition to their educational programing, in an effort to reach their highest potential.&nbsp;Once collected, the lights will be transported to a recycling facility in Omaha.&nbsp; All strands of lights can be recycled.&nbsp;&nbsp;Most Christmas lights contain plastic, glass and copper. At the facility, recycled lights will be crushed up — making it possible for the individual materials to be reused.There are valid environmental concerns to consider when it comes to disposing of&nbsp;holiday lights.&nbsp;Beyond likely ending up in a landfill, throwing away light strings that contain&nbsp;compact fluorescent lightbulbs, or CFLs, can release mercury into the environment if the bulbs break.We encourage you to forgo the trash can and drop your lights off at any of these locations in North Platte:&nbsp;*North Platte Police Station #1715 North Jeffers St*RSVP Office901 East 10th&nbsp;St*McDonald Elementary School601 McDonald Rd*Cody Elementary School2000 West 2nd&nbsp;St*Jefferson Elementary School700 E 3rd St*Lincoln Elementary School200 W 9th St*Eisenhower Elementary School3900 W A St*Washington School600 W 3rd St*Lake Maloney Elem School Dist1848 E Correction Line Rd

Programs Partner to Bring Holiday Light Recycling to Lincoln County

&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is looking for assistance in identifying the two individuals in these photos. They were involved in a shoplifting in late October. 

If you have any information on the subjects in the pictures please contact the police department by calling the nonemergency line 308-535-6789, or you may place a report anonymously at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Flincolncountycrimestoppers.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0ktntrbForrPs2nGSvtYr9RQWE4OBmcx4a3VP1-3qlc9bSmxU6dKfjCsw&amp;h=AT3Ns7iWuyXEDZz54YLsPtGzKIzku8nAwDXUnBxvYn3gHva9TSH1PI-l83EWbSowT7qcOsR0QMd_Q_DI4Agp48ELU06rpm1ZJVXfJahRC5HAJ3K3Q4MLz7SG8Ra68i_CXXEe&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT2qARXs8siBSocnxU7ohUqWeTiryo8ZbWTHtw-AoAIjhpvWtfZjSO1o3LddKfVvEe8qVa5kYtX8GM1O4RNB6A8RJBXJCf6jGu_VQDlLg3gMNOydJ3JpvTDKDK6B7pGoBq4Qzm1lH4OSZYFwEEBilLAq8lDBtgjbkBIHENghah18EQkQq8X5ftBQHOV02WbPaPY8dWfga2qK" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or call 1-800-933-tips&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Platte Police Department&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is looking for assistance in identifying the two individuals in these photos. They were involved in a shoplifting in late October. If you have any information on the subjects in the pictures please contact the police department by calling the nonemergency line 308-535-6789, or you may place a report anonymously at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Flincolncountycrimestoppers.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0ktntrbForrPs2nGSvtYr9RQWE4OBmcx4a3VP1-3qlc9bSmxU6dKfjCsw&amp;h=AT3Ns7iWuyXEDZz54YLsPtGzKIzku8nAwDXUnBxvYn3gHva9TSH1PI-l83EWbSowT7qcOsR0QMd_Q_DI4Agp48ELU06rpm1ZJVXfJahRC5HAJ3K3Q4MLz7SG8Ra68i_CXXEe&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT2qARXs8siBSocnxU7ohUqWeTiryo8ZbWTHtw-AoAIjhpvWtfZjSO1o3LddKfVvEe8qVa5kYtX8GM1O4RNB6A8RJBXJCf6jGu_VQDlLg3gMNOydJ3JpvTDKDK6B7pGoBq4Qzm1lH4OSZYFwEEBilLAq8lDBtgjbkBIHENghah18EQkQq8X5ftBQHOV02WbPaPY8dWfga2qK" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or call 1-800-933-tips&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fnorthplattepolice%2Fposts%2Fpfbid037ajPuhyXqRfvgo8ioVAK1utj3jG6QnQdcuPiWbYjcqSRg5NjM3uGuemd66E1ufGol&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="742" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

North Platte Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying two individuals

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 Dec. 28, 2023, to shareholders of record Dec. 8, 2023.

Union Pacific has paid dividends on its common stock for 124 consecutive years.

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 Dec. 28, 2023, to shareholders of record Dec. 8, 2023.Union Pacific has paid dividends on its common stock for 124 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 Corporation Declares Fourth Quarter 2023 Dividend

Union Pacific Railroad announced plans today to open a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.up.com/up/customers/premium/intmap/phoenix/index.htm">new international intermodal terminal</a>&nbsp;in the heart of Phoenix, providing customers a sustainable rail option between ocean ports in the Los Angeles Basin and the nation’s fast-growing Southwest region.

The new terminal, owned and operated by Union Pacific, is expected to open in the first quarter of 2024. It will be established in Union Pacific’s downtown rail yard, with capacity to grow to meet customer demand.

“We are excited to offer regional shippers and receivers in Arizona a fast, sustainable rail option to move product into and out of Southern California that is cost competitive and removes trucks from our nation's congested highways, with an ability to expand offerings and grow in the future" said Kenny Rocker, Executive Vice President – Marketing and Sales for Union Pacific.

The new facility will open with drayage support provided by Duncan &amp; Son Lines, a family-owned logistics firm in Buckeye, Arizona, that primarily focuses on international container drayage from the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles.

“Duncan and Son Lines is proud to be working with Union Pacific on this innovative rail solution, which will give our customers another service option to reduce truck emissions,” said David Duncan, Vice President of Operations at Duncan &amp; Son Lines.

The new terminal further expands Union Pacific’s intermodal footprint, which is the largest in North America with the most direct services from coast to coast.

Union PacificOMAHA, NEB., NOVEMBER 29, 2023Union Pacific Railroad announced plans today to open a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.up.com/up/customers/premium/intmap/phoenix/index.htm">new international intermodal terminal</a>&nbsp;in the heart of Phoenix, providing customers a sustainable rail option between ocean ports in the Los Angeles Basin and the nation’s fast-growing Southwest region.The new terminal, owned and operated by Union Pacific, is expected to open in the first quarter of 2024. It will be established in Union Pacific’s downtown rail yard, with capacity to grow to meet customer demand.“We are excited to offer regional shippers and receivers in Arizona a fast, sustainable rail option to move product into and out of Southern California that is cost competitive and removes trucks from our nation's congested highways, with an ability to expand offerings and grow in the future" said Kenny Rocker, Executive Vice President – Marketing and Sales for Union Pacific.The new facility will open with drayage support provided by Duncan &amp; Son Lines, a family-owned logistics firm in Buckeye, Arizona, that primarily focuses on international container drayage from the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles.“Duncan and Son Lines is proud to be working with Union Pacific on this innovative rail solution, which will give our customers another service option to reduce truck emissions,” said David Duncan, Vice President of Operations at Duncan &amp; Son Lines.The new terminal further expands Union Pacific’s intermodal footprint, which is the largest in North America with the most direct services from coast to coast.<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 Announces New Phoenix Terminal Connecting Southwest U.S. Markets with International Ports in Southern California

&nbsp;(McCook, Neb.) — Weather permitting, a crack sealing project will begin Dec. 4 on US-6, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Crack sealing is a process of cleaning and filling open joints and cracks in the surface with sealant to prevent the entry of moisture and debris.&nbsp;

State maintenance forces will be performing a crack seal from reference post 29 to reference post 44, from Enders to Wauneta. The work is anticipated to take 15 days. Traffic will be maintained with a pilot car and flaggers.&nbsp;Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and put phones down.

Nebraska Department of Transportation&nbsp;(McCook, Neb.) — Weather permitting, a crack sealing project will begin Dec. 4 on US-6, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Crack sealing is a process of cleaning and filling open joints and cracks in the surface with sealant to prevent the entry of moisture and debris.&nbsp;State maintenance forces will be performing a crack seal from reference post 29 to reference post 44, from Enders to Wauneta. The work is anticipated to take 15 days. Traffic will be maintained with a pilot car and flaggers.&nbsp;Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and put phones down.

Maintenance Work Will Begin on US-6, Near Enders 

The students are installing wiring and other electrical components in two Habitat homes at Second Street and McCabe Avenue in North Platte. The project allows them to gain real world experience while also giving back to the community that supports them.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1701191791455.jpeg" alt=" Members of the Electrical Technology program at North Platte Community College stand beside the North Platte Area Habitat for Humanity trailer Tuesday morning." />
 <figcaption> Members of the Electrical Technology program at North Platte Community College stand beside the North Platte Area Habitat for Humanity trailer Tuesday morning.</figcaption>
 </figure>Heather Johnson NPCCThe students are installing wiring and other electrical components in two Habitat homes at Second Street and McCabe Avenue in North Platte. The project allows them to gain real world experience while also giving back to the community that supports them.