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(UPDATED) Family of NP Banker Injured in I-80 Accident

Family members of the President of First National Bank North Platte were injured in an accident on Interstate 80 Thursday …Read More

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NP Police Nab Two Fugitives with One Traffic Stop

Two North Platte woman have been jailed on warrants following a traffic stop. According to Officer Rodney Brown, at around …Read More

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Neb. Jobless Rate Inches Up to 3.7 Percent

(AP) — A newly released report says Nebraska’s preliminary unemployment rate inched up a tenth of a point to hit …Read More

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Minatare, Gering OK Dispatch Center Agreement

(AP) — The Minatare Village Board and the Gering City Council have accepted an agreement regarding the Scotts Bluff County …Read More

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Hot Sheets (4/18): Hindsight is 20/20

Click Here To See Past Hot Sheets This information is not criminal history. All individuals included in this post are …Read More

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North Platte Weather-Weekend

Today: Sunny, with a high near 73. Breezy, with a south wind 9 to 14 mph increasing to 16 to 21 …Read More

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Hobby Lobby May Soon Be Coming to a City Near You

We’ve heard it countless times, “North Platte needs a Hobby Lobby.” Soon, wishful thinkers may see their shopping dreams become …Read More

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March Traffic Deaths in Neb. Double Last Year’s Numbers

Traffic deaths on Nebraska roadways in March were more than double the numbers seen in 2013. The Nebraska Department of …Read More

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Applicants Sought for Neb. Natural Resources Commission

(AP) — Gov. Dave Heineman is seeking applicants for the new, expanded Nebraska Natural Resources Commission. A new law approved …Read More

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NSP to Consolidate Dispatch Centers

The first phase of a three phase plan to consolidate the Nebraska State Patrol Communications (dispatch) Centers from six to …Read More

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Regional News

Driver Dies in Northern Nebraska Collision

(AP) — A driver has died, burned beyond recognition, after his vehicle rammed into a semitrailer in northern Nebraska. The …Read More

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Man on Omaha Billboard Causes Brief Scare

(AP) — A man has been arrested after climbing a billboard in southern Omaha with what looked like a rifle. …Read More

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Wallenda Scouts Chicago Sites for Tightrope Walk

(AP) — Daredevil Nik Wallenda is in Chicago scouting possible locations for a tightrope walk between two Windy City skyscrapers …Read More

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Deputies: Man Smothered Crying Son Over Video Game

(AP) — Sheriff’s deputies in north Florida say a man suffocated his young, crying son so he could play video …Read More

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Handcuffed 17-Year-Old Flees from Hastings Police

(AP) — Officers are still searching for a 17-year-old who escaped while being picked up on a juvenile warrant in …Read More

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Salmonella Decline Found in Food Poisoning Report

(AP) — The government’s latest report card on food poisoning is out, and it has some good news: a drop …Read More

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Former Neb. Clerk Accused of Taking Nearly $80,000

(AP) — A former village clerk in eastern Nebraska has been accused of embezzling nearly $80,000. 69-year-old Mary C. Terry, …Read More

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Officials: Improvements at Burchard Area Complete

(AP) — Officials say aquatic improvements at Burchard Wildlife Management Area in southeast Nebraska are complete. The Nebraska Game and …Read More

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Police: Man Ate Pot Candy, Took Pain Pills Before Shooting Wife

(AP) — Authorities say a Denver man accused of killing his wife while she was on the phone with a …Read More

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Police Arrest Suspect in Kansas City-Area Shootings

(AP) — Police have arrested a male suspect in a string of random Kansas City-area highway shootings that have wounded …Read More

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Other News

Storm End 2013-14, Set Sights On Next Season

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KEARNEY, Neb. – The Tri-City Storm finished the 2013-14 regular season in seventh place in the USHL’s Western Conference with an …Read More

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NBA Plans Expanded Programs with Military

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NEW YORK (AP) — Army graduate Mike Krzyzewski will lead a U.S. national team practice at his alma mater, and …Read More

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NPCC Lady Knights Sign Two to National Letters of Intent

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North Platte – The North Platte Community College Lady Knights basketball team announced the signing of two athletes to National …Read More

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NBA Playoffs Looking More Wide-Open than Expected

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MIAMI (AP) — Before the season started, a poll suggested that the Miami Heat were the overwhelming favorite to win …Read More

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Wahlin Commits To St. Cloud State

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KEARNEY, Neb. – Storm affiliate player Jake Wahlin has announced his commitment to play college hockey at St. Cloud State in …Read More

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Chase County Dominates Sutherland Invitational

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Sutherland High School hosted the Sutherland Invitational track and field meet on Thursday and the Chase County Longhorns were dominant …Read More

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Bulldogs Soccer Splits with Columbus

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The North Platte Bulldogs soccer teams traveled to Columbus on Thursday, the girls won and boys lost. The North Platte …Read More

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NCAA Could Force Hardship Transfers to Sit 1 Year

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Student-athletes who seek transfers due to “difficult life circumstances” might have to sit out a season but gain an extra …Read More

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Become a Certified Youth Fishing Instructor in Scottsbluff

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LINCOLN – The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will certify youth fishing instructors April 27 in Scottsbluff. The free workshop will be …Read More

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