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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740334012532.jpeg" alt="Crystal Vigil - Domestic Assault 3rd Degree" />
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The Hot Sheets: February 22nd & 23rd, 2025

North Platte, Ne - The Nebraska Sparklers, is the Nebraska chapter of the Miss America’s Little Sisters Mentoring Program. The program began as a goodwill gesture between girls in the local community and the visiting delegates. Miss Nebraska Organization's Megan Doughty says Sparklers is for little girls 6-12 years old, "they are paired with one of the Miss or Teen delegate during the Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska's Teen cometition in June for the entirety of the week. The girls get to dance with the delgates on stage, are introduced to the pageant crowd and more".&nbsp;

The POST spoke in depth about Miss Nebraska Organization's events over the winter and Nebraska Sparklers. <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">Enjoy the conversation below, sponsored by North Platte Kubota.</a>

The entry deadline is at the end of February,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.missnebraska.org/little-sister-form" target="_blank">CLICK HERE to apply</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte, Ne - The Nebraska Sparklers, is the Nebraska chapter of the Miss America’s Little Sisters Mentoring Program. The program began as a goodwill gesture between girls in the local community and the visiting delegates. Miss Nebraska Organization's Megan Doughty says Sparklers is for little girls 6-12 years old, "they are paired with one of the Miss or Teen delegate during the Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska's Teen cometition in June for the entirety of the week. The girls get to dance with the delgates on stage, are introduced to the pageant crowd and more".&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>The POST spoke in depth about Miss Nebraska Organization's events over the winter and Nebraska Sparklers. <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">Enjoy the conversation below, sponsored by North Platte Kubota.</a><div><iframe title="Applicatin deadline nears for Miss Nebraska &quot;Sparklers&quot; (PODCAST)" 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=yc6ek-180fb7b-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>The entry deadline is at the end of February,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.missnebraska.org/little-sister-form" target="_blank">CLICK HERE to apply</a>.&nbsp;<figure>
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Application deadline nears for Miss Nebraska "Sparklers" (PODCAST)

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740141934604.jpeg" alt="Tiziano Aviles - DV Assault-3rd/Threat/Menacing Manner, Terroristic Threats, Possess Controlled Substance" />
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The Hot Sheets: February 21st, 2025

North Platte, Ne - It's Nebraska 4-H month! Tonight, the Lincoln/Logan/McPherson County 4H'rs are hosting an open house at the North Platte Extension Office on State Farm Road. Learn about 4-H and how you can get involved. They will have light refreshments and kid friendly activities. 4-H club leaders &amp; professionals will be present to answer questions. Enroll on sight! The event is from 4pm-7pm at the North Platte Extension Office at 348 West State Farm Road.

LISTEN TO CONVERSATION with Caitlyn Jacobson (4H Extension Educator) about tonights event. <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">Podcast Sponsored by North Platte Kubota.</a>

North Platte, Ne - It's Nebraska 4-H month! Tonight, the Lincoln/Logan/McPherson County 4H'rs are hosting an open house at the North Platte Extension Office on State Farm Road. Learn about 4-H and how you can get involved. They will have light refreshments and kid friendly activities. 4-H club leaders &amp; professionals will be present to answer questions. Enroll on sight! The event is from 4pm-7pm at the North Platte Extension Office at 348 West State Farm Road.LISTEN TO CONVERSATION with Caitlyn Jacobson (4H Extension Educator) about tonights event. <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">Podcast Sponsored by North Platte Kubota.</a><div><iframe title="Local 4H'ers hosting open house tonight at North Platte Extension Office" 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=jyvgc-180b84c-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>

4H Open House tonight in North Platte

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The Hot Sheets: February 20th, 2025

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739967384348.jpeg" alt="Justin Cagler - Fail To Appear (In County) x3, Fail To Appear | Out Of County, Intimidation Phone Call/Electronic Communication, DV Assault-3rd Degree/Cause Bodily Injury, Operate Motor Vehicle/Avoid Arrest Felony, Obstruct A Peace Officer, Violate Protection Order (Prior Conv), Attempt A Class 2A Felony, Violate Harassment Protection Order" />
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The Hot Sheets: February 19th, 2025

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School Closings coming in for Wednesday

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739884445068.jpeg" alt="Benjamin Link - DUI-.15+ Or Refuse (3 Prior Conv), Possess/Consume Open Alcohol Container, Zero Tolerance-Refuse Chemical Test, Fail To Appear | Out Of County, Drive While Revoked From DUI/Refusal-SUB " />
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The Hot Sheets: February 18th, 2025

February 17, 2025 (OMAHA, Neb.)&nbsp;&nbsp;— The Nebraska State Patrol is heartbroken to announce that a Nebraska State Trooper has been killed in the line of duty today.

The&nbsp; Trooper was Kyle McAcy #302, who gave his life in the line of duty this morning while assisting motorists who had been involved in a crash on Interstate 80 near Ashland. 

Preliminary investigation shows that Trooper McAcy was responding with other troopers to a crash on Interstate 80 near mile marker 424, between Ashland and Greenwood. During that response, Trooper McAcy was outside his patrol unit and was struck by a snowplow.

Trooper McAcy has been a dedicated Trooper for 10 years and an incredible friend to countless people. Please keep his family, friends, colleagues, and all who have the honor of knowing him in your hearts following this unimaginable loss.&nbsp; Trooper McAcy served in North Platte prior to taking post on the eastern side of the state.

“Our NSP family is devastated today,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “Kyle was a dedicated trooper, a devoted public servant, and most importantly a good friend to many in Omaha and beyond. His loss is being felt by countless people. Please keep his family, friends, colleagues, and community in your hearts as they deal with this unimaginable loss.”

Trooper McAcy, 31, was a ten-year veteran of the Nebraska State Patrol. He was a graduate of Camp 56 and wore badge #302. Trooper McAcy has served in the Patrol Division, Carrier Enforcement, and as a Crisis Negotiator. He was stationed in Omaha.

NSP has asked the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office to conduct the crash investigation. As winter weather conditions continue across the state, NSP urges all motorists to be safe if they must travel.&nbsp;

February 17, 2025 (OMAHA, Neb.)&nbsp;&nbsp;— The Nebraska State Patrol is heartbroken to announce that a Nebraska State Trooper has been killed in the line of duty today.The&nbsp; Trooper was Kyle McAcy #302, who gave his life in the line of duty this morning while assisting motorists who had been involved in a crash on Interstate 80 near Ashland. Preliminary investigation shows that Trooper McAcy was responding with other troopers to a crash on Interstate 80 near mile marker 424, between Ashland and Greenwood. During that response, Trooper McAcy was outside his patrol unit and was struck by a snowplow.Trooper McAcy has been a dedicated Trooper for 10 years and an incredible friend to countless people. Please keep his family, friends, colleagues, and all who have the honor of knowing him in your hearts following this unimaginable loss.&nbsp; Trooper McAcy served in North Platte prior to taking post on the eastern side of the state.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739843479943.jpeg" alt="Trooper Kyle McAcy #302" />
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 </figure>“Our NSP family is devastated today,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “Kyle was a dedicated trooper, a devoted public servant, and most importantly a good friend to many in Omaha and beyond. His loss is being felt by countless people. Please keep his family, friends, colleagues, and community in your hearts as they deal with this unimaginable loss.”Trooper McAcy, 31, was a ten-year veteran of the Nebraska State Patrol. He was a graduate of Camp 56 and wore badge #302. Trooper McAcy has served in the Patrol Division, Carrier Enforcement, and as a Crisis Negotiator. He was stationed in Omaha.NSP has asked the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office to conduct the crash investigation. As winter weather conditions continue across the state, NSP urges all motorists to be safe if they must travel.&nbsp;

Former North Platte Trooper killed while responding to crash on Interstate 80 near Ashland

The University of Nebraska Medical Center has announced its fall 2024 dean’s list for students enrolled in nursing, dentistry, pharmacy and the allied health professions of medical imaging and therapeutic sciences program and medical laboratory science.&nbsp;&nbsp;

To qualify for the dean’s list, nursing and the allied health students must be enrolled for 12 or more hours during the semester and have a grade point average of 3.75 or above. To qualify for the pharmacy dean’s list, students must place in the top 20% of their class and maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or above. Dental students must be in the top 10% of their class for the semester.&nbsp;

The following is a list of students, their hometowns and the colleges in which they are enrolled.&nbsp;The names of students who chose not to be listed due to privacy reasons — protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act — are not included.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lincoln -- Tanner Cromer, Kathleen Nguyen, Jason Vo 

Omaha -- Mehrnaz Alishiri, Noah Bratt, Alyssa Butler, Kayli Comine, Alexandra Duminy, Sophie Hassenstab, Alyssa Meisenbach, Annika Muse, Lauren Wintz

Papillion -- Elizabeth Eidem, Tatum Jorgensen, Benjamin Yanovich, Sydney Zych

COLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS

Omaha -- Thomas Casart, Tiana Krukar, Gabriel Ruiz-Herrera, Jessica Steckelberg

Fullerton -- Ethan Ciancio, Jurnee Patton

Grand Island -- Haley Hellwege, Emma Tennant, Elizabeth Trausch

Lincoln -- Maya Anthens, Kara Linder, Hogan Wingrove

Minden -- Kendall Colby, Bailee Schurmann

Omaha -- Haley Bourassa, Stephanie Corwin, Jacey Garrett, Abbie Gaube, Madison Hansen, Kelsey Jarnagin, Ilana Miller, Yesenia Mora-Lopez, Shelby Sanchez, Bethany Van Schooneveld, Connor Zimmerman

Grand Island -- Ana De Orta Canela, Amanda Kulp, Sebastiana Mateo-Domingo, Samantha Roby

Kearney -- Aspen Brandich, Josie Jakubowski, Kyerie Lechman, Rylee McCurdy, Madison Mishou, Carli Pofahl, Taelyn Pritchard

UNMCThe University of Nebraska Medical Center has announced its fall 2024 dean’s list for students enrolled in nursing, dentistry, pharmacy and the allied health professions of medical imaging and therapeutic sciences program and medical laboratory science.&nbsp;&nbsp;To qualify for the dean’s list, nursing and the allied health students must be enrolled for 12 or more hours during the semester and have a grade point average of 3.75 or above. To qualify for the pharmacy dean’s list, students must place in the top 20% of their class and maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or above. Dental students must be in the top 10% of their class for the semester.&nbsp;The following is a list of students, their hometowns and the colleges in which they are enrolled.&nbsp;The names of students who chose not to be listed due to privacy reasons — protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act — are not included.&nbsp;&nbsp;COLLEGE OF PHARMACYBellevue -- David BergerBlair -- Chase ClausenChester -- Katelyn RichardsonColumbus -- Tristan Colford'David City -- Jacob Witter'Elkhorn -- Kailey NorthHenderson -- Benjamin MestlHoldrege -- Madelyn MooreKenesaw -- Kaylee LarsonLincoln -- Tanner Cromer, Kathleen Nguyen, Jason Vo Omaha -- Mehrnaz Alishiri, Noah Bratt, Alyssa Butler, Kayli Comine, Alexandra Duminy, Sophie Hassenstab, Alyssa Meisenbach, Annika Muse, Lauren WintzPapillion -- Elizabeth Eidem, Tatum Jorgensen, Benjamin Yanovich, Sydney ZychRising City -- Alison NeklSidney -- Nicole BirnerSpalding -- Mariah MarischWaverly -- Alexandra DansonYutan -- Delaney PatockaLenexa, KS -- Lauren BeringerMankato, MN -- Carissa Caraway-RicheyNorman, OK -- David BruceRapid City, SD -- Sydney BernhardSioux Falls, SD -- Channing WaldenCOLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONSDiagnostic Medical SonographyAlbany, OR -- Abby SadowskyHarrisburg, OR -- Samantha ConklinLa Grande, OR -- Shenandoah ChickPortland, OR -- Abigail CarmanMedical Laboratory ScienceHordville -- Brianna WilshusenOmaha -- Thomas Casart, Tiana Krukar, Gabriel Ruiz-Herrera, Jessica SteckelbergOxford -- Makayla SchoenWestside, IA -- Anne Therese HaoMacomb, MI -- Victoria DeAngelisSioux Falls, SD -- Ceres TuttleRadiation TherapyOmaha -- Emma AlexanderAmana, IA -- Georgie SchuererRadiographyBlair -- Cecilia HallBloomfield -- Leah BloomquistCentral City -- Chandra DavisDavid City -- Brett KobzaElkhorn -- Avery HoeghFarwell -- Olivia KoperskiFullerton -- Ethan Ciancio, Jurnee PattonGrand Island -- Haley Hellwege, Emma Tennant, Elizabeth TrauschHampton -- Ella FriesenHartington -- Kayden JuedenHickman -- Jordan WilkinsonKearney -- Lia Cool, Ella KuglerLaurel -- Cassandra GranquistLawrence -- Brooklyn KohmetscherLincoln -- Maya Anthens, Kara Linder, Hogan WingroveMinden -- Kendall Colby, Bailee SchurmannNorth Platte -- Aspen NelsonOmaha -- Haley Bourassa, Stephanie Corwin, Jacey Garrett, Abbie Gaube, Madison Hansen, Kelsey Jarnagin, Ilana Miller, Yesenia Mora-Lopez, Shelby Sanchez, Bethany Van Schooneveld, Connor ZimmermanPlymouth -- Emerson SchultisRaymond -- Devan GreenleeSargent -- Vivian SlagleSidney -- McKenzie AndrewSterling -- Bianca Gonzalez CastilloSuperior -- Lacey LangerValentine -- Tessa KrolikowskiValley -- Emma GratoppSilver City, IA -- Allison BlackCOLLEGE OF NURSING KearneyAlliance – Riley LawrenceBennington – Emma SchumacherBroken Bow – Callie WhiteColumbus -- Gillian BrandtGrand Island -- Ana De Orta Canela, Amanda Kulp, Sebastiana Mateo-Domingo, Samantha RobyGreeley – Ragan WoodHarvard -- Kinzee DerrHershey – Austin GeorgeImperial – Lucy SpadyKearney -- Aspen Brandich, Josie Jakubowski, Kyerie Lechman, Rylee McCurdy, Madison Mishou, Carli Pofahl, Taelyn PritchardLexington – Nayely VargasLincoln – Allyson KorusNeligh – Emily MlnarikNorth Platte – Wendy EvansOmaha – Madison KatholPetersburg – Marissa PreisterPhillips -- Ashlynn BrownRiverdale – Zachary MillerSaint Paul – Tayla GoettscheSeward – Myka SmithSuperior – Morgan TheisStapleton – Benjamin BaumgartnerTryon – Molly PaxtonWauneta – Joel MarisYuba City, CA – Raegan MarshallElizabeth, CO -- Hannah BlockHolyoke, CO – Kylie PurkeypileScottsbluffAlliance -- Kaitlyn Johnson, Regan LambertGering -- Megan BewleyLincoln -- Madeline DavisMitchell -- Leanne LeachNorth Platte -- Landon BlankOgallala -- Alexandra CoffmanScottsbluff -- Emma Fink, Andrea Pearson, Steffi Geline Tactacan, Jenna WolvertonSidney -- Emma Wareham, Madelyn WatchornSutherland -- Taigen RuffYork -- Aleyah HunzekerAurora, CO -- Madison TiffanyNorfolkAlliance -- Kelsey HortonBattle Creek -- Kaitlyn PochopBingham -- Angela DavisBloomfield -- Jayden HochsteinColumbus -- Alyssa Dorau, Halima IsaakCreighton -- Anna TylerFullerton -- Carsten StanczykHartington -- Elly BeckerLaurel -- Berniece McCorkindaleLincoln -- Macy MajerusMadison -- Sara RiddellMarquette -- Noel EckertMeadow Grove -- McKenna StodolaNeligh -- Kenzie MoselNorfolk -- Chloe Ash, Ayden Dugan, Clayton Kupono Harris, Miriam Ramirez, Joseph Reimers, Amanda UeckerPonca -- Ellie McAfeeRising City -- Jenna PotterShelby -- Jenna Logan, Jaimee PaddockSidney -- Taylor RungeSouth Sioux City -- Carla VillicanaStuart -- Cadence KramerWayne -- Sierra BryantWest Point -- Joshua JansenSabetha, KS -- Sofia KuenziYankton, SD -- Gracie DickesOmahaAshland -- Danielle Tonjes&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Aurora -- Rachel Hunter&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Battle Creek -- Joslyn Hrabanek&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bellevue -- Rosalia Gambino, Russell Hubach, Lily Hybner, Cole Mensah, Laine RomanBennington -- Emily Gillespie&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Blair -- America Johnson&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Columbus -- Dylan Johnson&nbsp;&nbsp;David City -- John ProchaskaDodge -- Payton Kersten&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Elkhorn -- Kaydence Asmus, Danielle Witt&nbsp;Fullerton -- Piper Kramer&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Gering -- Tayber Meyer&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Grand Island -- Hayley Henke&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Gretna -- Grace Coufal, Monica Kuzala, Breanna LaFontaine, Neleah Wozniak&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hastings -- Gareth Jones&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Kearney -- Ansley Noyes, Bailey Premer&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lincoln -- Clara Catlin, Lillian Duggan, Lilly Gierhan, Delaney Kort, Eli StubblefieldNebraska City -- Brianna Fulton&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;North Platte -- Alexis Hoatson&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Offutt AFB -- Jenna Van Der Kroon&nbsp;Omaha -- Veronica Abrego, Casmira Alukonis, Olivia Ball, Nicole Briganti, Taylor Carter, Alahna Davis, Carmen Dudley, Shaylee Fogelstrom, Shay Frost, Olivia Graesser, Elyssa Griess, Shabnam Gurung, Brendon Halpenny, Chandler Hunter, Nancy Jacinto-Pedro, Patricia Kaczmarek, JunHyung Lee, Kyle Loecker, Jay Lorts, Lindsey Melnarik, McKenzie Miller, Jessie Nguyen, Nolan Parks, Ian Rich, Natalie Rojo, Morgan Scholl, Allison Sumner, Kaelynn WintlePapillion -- Stephan Adeyemi, Alexandria Hinman, Brianna Sadofsky, Alexandria Simmons, Madison Weichel&nbsp;Springfield -- Alexis HaydenValley -- Julia Edwards&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Wakefield -- Dennise Morelos&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Waterloo -- Rachel Kudirka&nbsp;&nbsp;Glendale, CA -- Chloe AtayaLos Alamitos, CA -- Jacqueline Kucera&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Fort Lauderdale, FL -- Alexander DixsonLincolnAlbion -- Madyson ZouchaAmherst -- Tenley HadwigerAurora -- Courtney OswaldBartley -- Jadyn BrooksBeatrice -- Makenna Parde, Lauren PieperBellevue -- Jessica Carrier, Ashleigh RagoneBennington -- Payton Burch, Alivia PetersenBroken Bow -- Garrett PhillipsBurwell -- Claire GideonColumbus -- Sadie Evans, Katherine SmithCrete -- Ashlyn Adam, Jordyn Coe, Alennys Dominguez AlonsoEagle -- KiLee NewellElkhorn -- Sophia Feilmeier, Ellie Goble, Morgan Habrock, Addison Karre, Olivia Krause, Emily TannerFairbury -- Sara WalfordFremont -- Katelyn GeaghanGering -- Justin SharpGrand Island -- Cindy SalasGretna -- Grace Biltoft, Hannah DudreyHastings -- Rachel Theisen, Megan VroomanHickman -- Kennedy Christensen, Madalyn FlandersLa Vista -- Isabelle Empson, Keira SterlingLincoln -- Jane Anderson, Danelle Arleque, Avery Ballenger, Michele Barron, Avery Bowman, Katherine Carey, Rosalia Castro, Jocelyn Cheek, Lizeth Cruz, Sequoia Davis, Cecilia Duong, Meredith Gaura, Alixandria Gifford, Monica Hanus, Delaney Hartz, Zahra Hasnawi, Jessalynn Hellbusch, Morgan Hemphill, Allison Hinrichs, Kim Hoang, Mary Householder, Heaven Hoyt, Sean Hummel, Miles Judson, Ellizabeth Just, Aleyna Kassebaum, Thea Kohmetscher, Emma Kolbet, Emily Korinek, Ella Kostal, Sara Kreikemeier, Kyler Ledbetter, Benjamin Martin, Hannah Meyer, Jacob Mullendore, Tobias Nolting, Chiamaka Nwaizu, Jason Olson, Dayvie Perrien, Kendall Phung, Samantha Robinson, Hannah Rush, Lily Schroeder, Cora Scott, Ziqing Shi, Reese Snell, Joshua Spomer, Reiah Stroup, Cora Thomas, McKenzie Unger, Nicholas Warner, Emily Way, Chaney WeissMadison -- Morgan HoldorfMcCook -- Emma Dutton, Sage GravesMilford -- Audrianna WolfNebraska City -- Emily BreazileNeligh -- Claire WhiteselNorfolk -- Reagan Diest, Karly KalinNorth Platte -- Rachel HeissOmaha -- Mia Centeno, Ava Circo, Kayla Cull, Ava Fehr, Alyssa Finch, Robyn Handley, Libby Hubschman, Samantha Jaeke, Leah Jesske, Kalani Kerkman, Jordyn Kirshenbaum, Meghan Knudson, Morgan Mihm, Elizabeth Miller, Kyra Nordmeyer, Vanessa Sanchez, Stella Scott, Victoria Van DykeO'Neill -- Tate ThompsonOrd -- Emma ClineOverton -- Abigail LawtonPapillion -- Nikki Hutfless, Kynley SisPilger -- Samuel FergusonRoca -- Elizabeth DavisSchuyler -- Nathaly LozaSeward -- RaeLynn SugdenSpalding -- Elizabeth KeberTilden -- Brooke Frey'Waverly -- Mollie Grosshans, Ian PetersonWood River -- Lauryn ZessinAnchorage, AK -- Lauren BoltePhoenix, AZ -- Eden McQueenBakersfield, CA -- Kierstin AndersonWindsor, CO -- Ally SmartHarlan, IA -- Brooke GoshornPacific Junction, IA -- Braeden HaptonstallGeneva, IL -- Kelli KaufmanQuincy, IL -- Elizabeth PetersStilwell, KS -- Peyton HeaneyFairmont, MN -- Samantha LenortRochester, MN -- Katherine HoganSaint Paul, MN -- Grace Bergh, Ellie Johnson, Abigail MillsSaint Joseph, MO -- La'Var Felder, Emma VejraskaNorth Sioux City, SD -- Madeline StoutSioux Falls, SD -- Mia TjadenLa Crosse, WI -- Kaylee GehrtNew Berlin, WI -- Maren PelikanCOLLEGE OF DENTISTRYDental HygieneGrand Island - Darian HadenfeldtLincoln - Natalie BlumenkemperOmaha - Morgan Sila, Allison WestDentalEagle - Harper OdomGrand Island - Linden SackHastings – Julia ReimerLaVista - Bobbie Fowler, Blake RuleLincoln - Luke Monson, Ryan Patel, Elaina SpanelMcCool Junction - Lindsey StuckeyOakland - Jared MulderOgallala - Mikah HoppensOmaha - Luke Andreasen, Alice Guo, Madeline Nguyen, Laura ShawMontrose, CO - Lauren PetersonSioux City, IA - Quinn AdajarWichita, KS - Hanna HawksCando, ND - Peyton Halverson GrangerAberdeen, SD - Jonathan MitzelAladdin, WY - Mason JensenTorringon, WY - Maryssa LiraChina - Yiwen Chen

UNMC Announces Fall 2024 Dean’s List

North Platte Community College’s 56th annual Inter-High Day lured in 373 students from 14 area high schools Thursday.

They competed for scholarships and other prizes while taking tests in everything from art, accounting and criminal justice to auto body, welding and diesel technology. The scholastic contest was spread across both of NPCC’s campuses.

Schools earned points based on how well their students placed in the academic divisions. The top three point earning schools received a plaque and a $500 scholarship to award to a student of their choice.

Individual first place winners received a medal, a $500 scholarship and three credit hours of summer tuition to the college. Second and third place recipients earned medals as well as three credit hours of summer tuition.

The top three winners in each of the applied technology competitions also received industry-based prizes related to their test areas.

Third – Leyton Connell, McPherson County

Business Communications&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

First – Porter Connick, St. Patrick’s

Chemistry &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

First –&nbsp;Saije Phelps, McPherson County

Second –&nbsp;Brody Lytle, McCook

Dramatic Arts/Theater (11th-12th grades)

Third – Braxtton Songster, North Platte

Dramatic Arts/Theater (9th-10th grades)

Second – Isabella Frazier, North Platte

Third – Natalie Wiezorek, St. Patrick’s

Third – Lauren Marchlewski, North Platte

Second – Bennett Korensky, St. Patrick’s

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 </figure>Jennifer FullerNPCCNorth Platte Community College’s 56th annual Inter-High Day lured in 373 students from 14 area high schools Thursday.They competed for scholarships and other prizes while taking tests in everything from art, accounting and criminal justice to auto body, welding and diesel technology. The scholastic contest was spread across both of NPCC’s campuses.Schools earned points based on how well their students placed in the academic divisions. The top three point earning schools received a plaque and a $500 scholarship to award to a student of their choice.Individual first place winners received a medal, a $500 scholarship and three credit hours of summer tuition to the college. Second and third place recipients earned medals as well as three credit hours of summer tuition.The top three winners in each of the applied technology competitions also received industry-based prizes related to their test areas.Results were as follows:Division Results:Top Schools Division IFirst – North PlatteSecond – HersheyThird – SutherlandTop Schools Division IIFirst – CallawaySecond – ArnoldThird – WallaceTop School Division IIIFirst – StapletonSecond – McPherson CountyThird – ThedfordAcademic categories:Accounting&nbsp;First – Bryce Bode, HersheySecond – Madilynn Mullen, PaxtonThird – Leyton Connell, McPherson CountyArtFirst – Madisyn Hill, North PlatteSecond – Cora Bogardus, McCookThird – Hannah Huff, McCookBiological ScienceFirst – Xavier Pieper, St. Patrick’sSecond – Coltan Clouse, StapletonThird – Ashly Denney, CallawayBusiness Communications&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;First – Porter Connick, St. Patrick’sSecond – Gracie Pearson, SutherlandThird – Bryce Bode, HersheyChemistry &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;First – Asher Strecker, North PlatteSecond – Uotong Haidle, CallawayThird – Rhoshykee Bruns, StapletonCriminal JusticeFirst –&nbsp;Saije Phelps, McPherson CountySecond –&nbsp;Brody Lytle, McCookThird – Bella Giacalone, McCookDramatic Arts/Theater (11th-12th grades)First – Emmeline Lucas, MaxwellSecond – Chenney Dishman, CallawayThird – Braxtton Songster, North PlatteDramatic Arts/Theater (9th-10th grades)First – Finnley Eickhoff, North PlatteSecond – Isabella Frazier, North PlatteThird – Genevieve Lucas, MaxwellGraphic DesignFirst – Chloe Schaeffer, StapletonSecond – Jozi Edgington, CallawayThird – Taylor Hanna-Miles, ArnoldHealth OccupationsFirst – Mallory McConnell, WallaceSecond – Reese Erbert, SutherlandThird – Natalie Wiezorek, St. Patrick’sInformation TechnologyFirst – Aidan Bryant, ThedfordSecond – Logan Fletcher, HersheyThird – Josie Christensen, ArnoldIntroduction to BusinessFirst – Bradley Hanson, WallaceSecond – Jaydon Parker, HersheyThird – Max Hanson, WallaceMathematicsFirst – Ryleigh Hanson, WallaceSecond – Chenney Dishman, CallawayThird – Abby Renner, McCookMedical TerminologyFirst – Realta Leach, ArnoldSecond – Mackenzie Bruns, North PlatteThird – Lauren Marchlewski, North PlatteMusicFirst – Piper Strasburg, ArnoldSecond – Bennett Korensky, St. Patrick’sThird – Blaise Moerke, North PlatteMusic Theory and Ear TrainingFirst – Rhett Edelman, HersheySecond – Katie Abbott, HersheyThird – Uotong Haidle, CallawayNPCC FactsFirst – Julyssa Miller, MaxwellSecond – Ella Janas, North PlatteThird – Jenna Miller, MaxwellPersonal FinanceFirst – Bo Brennan, CallawaySecond – Chloe Schaeffer, StapletonThird – Kyle Kramer, StapletonPoetry WritingFirst – Rachel Leetch, ArnoldSecond – Kepler Spurgin, PaxtonThird – Mason Sutton, SandhillsProse WritingFirst - &nbsp; Miah Fox, PaxtonSecond – Morgan Krajewski, SutherlandThird – Kendall McClintock, WallaceSociologyFirst – Tucker Housman, StapletonSecond – Dawson Mason, CallawayThird – Madison Haddow, HersheyApplied Technology:Auto BodyFirst – Megan Miller, McCookSecond – Josiah DeBuc, HersheyThird – Charlie Koch, HersheyAutomotiveFirst – William Anderson, McPherson CountySecond – Stetson Schroder, North PlatteThird – Braxton Anderson, CallawayBuilding Construction TeamFirst - SutherlandSecond – McCookThird – StapletonDiesel MechanicsFirst – Charlie Koch, HersheySecond – William Anderson, McPherson CountyThird – Carter Wood, CallawayElectricalFirst – Lane Heil, North PlatteSecond – Dakota Cook, CozadThird – Kyle Kramer, StapletonHeating, Ventilation and Air ConditioningFirst – Dakota Cook, CozadSecond – Titus Freeman, CozadThird – Cohle Sullivan, North PlatteWelding Division IFirst – Lane Heil, North PlatteSecond – Ethan Rabou, ThedfordThird – Landon Gilbert, North PlatteWelding Division IIFirst – Noah Kammerer, SutherlandSecond – Felix Alfayo, Wauneta-PalisadeThird – Brody Green, Arnold

Area students win big at NPCC Inter-High Day

On today's episode of Knight's Weekly, we sat down with Jacob Brandl, Head Coach of the North Platte Community College Men's Basketball team, to discuss last week's victory over the #1 team in the Region 9 South Lamar Community College, as well as discussing the overall development and growth of the team down the stretch.

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(Audio) Knight's Weekly #8 featuring North Platte Community College Men's Basketball Coach Jacob Brandl

North Platte, Neb. - The 2025 NEBRASKALand DAYS Buffalo Bill Birthday Bash is quickly approaching this Saturday at the D&amp;N Event Center. The event is set to begin with the doors opening at 6:00pm, a live auction at 7:00pm and live music from local artist Drew Phillips Band to begin at 9:00pm. Tickets are on sale and can be purchased online or at the door. Tickets get you entry for two drink tickets and also a meal will be served. This year's theme is Star Wars.

POST news director Canon Rath chatted with NEBRASKALand DAYS Executive Director Bob Lantis about the upcoming event. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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(Audio) NEBRASKAland Days Prepares for 2025 Buffalo Bill Birthday Bash

Winter weather has once again struck North Platte and the listening area. Snow is falling and is expected to fall until tomorrow. An extreme cold advisory is in effect until tomorrow. POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Bill Taylor, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, North Platte office about this storm. To learn more, check out their conversation on top.

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(LISTEN) Hazardous conditions hitting the listening area over the next few days

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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 17th, 2025

North Platte, Neb. - On Super Bowl Sunday, the North Platte Police Department made sixteen traffic contacts. One citation was issued for speeding. One citation was issued for Minor in Possession of Alcohol. One citation was issued for registration violations. Three fugitives were apprehended on warrants. One of the fugitive warrants was for Felony drug possession charges.

North Platte Police DepartmentNorth Platte, Neb. - On Super Bowl Sunday, the North Platte Police Department made sixteen traffic contacts. One citation was issued for speeding. One citation was issued for Minor in Possession of Alcohol. One citation was issued for registration violations. Three fugitives were apprehended on warrants. One of the fugitive warrants was for Felony drug possession charges.

North Platte Police makes sixteen traffic contacts during Super Bowl Sunday

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739717855369.jpeg" alt="Austin Kniep - Driving Under Influence-Drugs 3rd, Traffic Offenses - Drive Without Interlock" />
 <figcaption>Austin Kniep - Driving Under Influence-Drugs 3rd, Traffic Offenses - Drive Without Interlock</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739717868844.jpeg" alt="Melissa Nichols - Driving Under influence Liquor" />
 <figcaption>Melissa Nichols - Driving Under influence Liquor</figcaption>
 </figure>***Keith County Jail<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739717885478.jpeg" alt="David Baca - Driving Under Revocation, Shoplifting 0-$500, Liquor-Possession, Unlawful Fictitious Display Of Plate/Renew Tag" />
 <figcaption>David Baca - Driving Under Revocation, Shoplifting 0-$500, Liquor-Possession, Unlawful Fictitious Display Of Plate/Renew Tag</figcaption>
 </figure>***Buffalo County Jail<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739717928399.jpeg" alt="Jason Warta - Possess(Meth) Amphetamine 10-27 Grams, Possess Or Use Drug Paraphernalia, Contempt Of Court | Out Of County" />
 <figcaption>Jason Warta - Possess(Meth) Amphetamine 10-27 Grams, Possess Or Use Drug Paraphernalia, Contempt Of Court | Out Of County</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739717941135.jpeg" alt="Marie Sluder - Fugitive From Justice (Out Of State) x2" />
 <figcaption>Marie Sluder - Fugitive From Justice (Out Of State) x2</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739717951614.jpeg" alt="Alan Isburg - Theft-RCV Stolen Prop $5000+, Drive During Revocation/Impound-1st, Drive Under Susp/Before Reinstated-State" />
 <figcaption>Alan Isburg - Theft-RCV Stolen Prop $5000+, Drive During Revocation/Impound-1st, Drive Under Susp/Before Reinstated-State</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739717961140.jpeg" alt="Mercedes Isburg - Theft-RCV Stolen Prop $5000+" />
 <figcaption>Mercedes Isburg - Theft-RCV Stolen Prop $5000+</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739717972339.jpeg" alt="Manuel Rodriguez-Ibarra - DUI-Alcohol-2nd Offense, Zero Tolerance-Refuse Chemical Test, Possess/Consume Open Alcohol Container" />
 <figcaption>Manuel Rodriguez-Ibarra - DUI-Alcohol-2nd Offense, Zero Tolerance-Refuse Chemical Test, Possess/Consume Open Alcohol Container</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739717985778.jpeg" alt="Marian Alexandru - Resist Arrest-1st Offense, Fail To Obey Lawful Order-State Patrol, Obstruct A Peace Officer" />
 <figcaption>Marian Alexandru - Resist Arrest-1st Offense, Fail To Obey Lawful Order-State Patrol, Obstruct A Peace Officer</figcaption>
 </figure>***<div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://northplattepost.com/category/arrests/" target="_blank">Click Here To See Past Hot Sheets</a></h2>

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.
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The Hot Sheets: February 16th, 2025

Alliance, Ne – According to the Alliance Police Department, officers
were dispatched around 3am on Saturday morning to Box Butte General Hospital in
Alliance for a report of a male who had been assaulted. Officers arrived and observed
the victim to have sustained possible life-threatening injuries. The initial
investigation revealed that the suspect drove the victim to the hospital after
the assault. Witnesses stated that the suspect punched the victim repeatedly
after a verbal argument escalated.

The victim fell to the ground, striking his head on the
pavement. The suspect continued to strike the victim several times until a
witness intervened. The suspect then drove the victim to the hospital and did
not disclose that he had caused the injuries to the victim. The suspect was identified
as Dreyson McCormick of Alliance. Following interview with all witnesses,
McCormick was located and taken into custody without incident. The victim
remains in critical condition.

McCormick is currently being held in the Box Butte County
Jail where he is facing a charge of First-Degree Assault.

Alliance, Ne – According to the Alliance Police Department, officers
were dispatched around 3am on Saturday morning to Box Butte General Hospital in
Alliance for a report of a male who had been assaulted. Officers arrived and observed
the victim to have sustained possible life-threatening injuries. The initial
investigation revealed that the suspect drove the victim to the hospital after
the assault. Witnesses stated that the suspect punched the victim repeatedly
after a verbal argument escalated.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAlliancePoliceDept%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0364XCp1CcFGstkGQEWyeP3DA8XQWFAMYbztocx4LMD551XH2ZLNEzbE3F16SEukwYl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="250" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>The victim fell to the ground, striking his head on the
pavement. The suspect continued to strike the victim several times until a
witness intervened. The suspect then drove the victim to the hospital and did
not disclose that he had caused the injuries to the victim. The suspect was identified
as Dreyson McCormick of Alliance. Following interview with all witnesses,
McCormick was located and taken into custody without incident. The victim
remains in critical condition.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739666941054.jpeg" alt="Dreyson McCormick" />
 <figcaption>Dreyson McCormick</figcaption>
 </figure>McCormick is currently being held in the Box Butte County
Jail where he is facing a charge of First-Degree Assault.

Alliance man in critical condition after early morning assault

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1736426651512.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>Lincoln County Jail<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641477261.jpeg" alt="Genaro Barriente - Immigration" />
 <figcaption>Genaro Barriente - Immigration</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641488660.jpeg" alt="Wilson Chinchilla-Ruiz - Safekeep Immigration" />
 <figcaption>Wilson Chinchilla-Ruiz - Safekeep Immigration</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641499721.jpeg" alt="Nicole Perez - Disturbing The Peace-Specify, Conditional Release Violation" />
 <figcaption>Nicole Perez - Disturbing The Peace-Specify, Conditional Release Violation</figcaption>
 </figure>***Keith County JailNo New Arrests***Buffalo County Jail<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641525901.jpeg" alt="Emmanuel Alacron-Bautista - Refuse To Submit to Test - 1st Offense" />
 <figcaption>Emmanuel Alacron-Bautista - Refuse To Submit to Test - 1st Offense</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641538702.jpeg" alt="Logan Bose - Minor In Possession - Ages 19-20" />
 <figcaption>Logan Bose - Minor In Possession - Ages 19-20</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641550209.jpeg" alt="Manuel Dominguez - Possession With Intent-Cocaine 10-27 Grams" />
 <figcaption>Manuel Dominguez - Possession With Intent-Cocaine 10-27 Grams</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641561843.jpeg" alt="Raul Enriquez - DEL/DSP/DST/MAN Post Exceptionally Hazardous Drug" />
 <figcaption>Raul Enriquez - DEL/DSP/DST/MAN Post Exceptionally Hazardous Drug</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641580760.jpeg" alt="Leonardo Ramirez Jr - Obstruct A Peace Officer" />
 <figcaption>Leonardo Ramirez Jr - Obstruct A Peace Officer</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641592121.jpeg" alt="Rory Wilkinson - Contempt Of Court | Out Of County, Fail To Appear (In County), Fail To Appear | Out Of County" />
 <figcaption>Rory Wilkinson - Contempt Of Court | Out Of County, Fail To Appear (In County), Fail To Appear | Out Of County</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641602591.jpeg" alt="Kyle Wooldridge - Refuse Alcohol Test 1st Offense" />
 <figcaption>Kyle Wooldridge - Refuse Alcohol Test 1st Offense</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641612538.jpeg" alt="Blake Suhr - Hold-Court" />
 <figcaption>Blake Suhr - Hold-Court</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641623099.jpeg" alt="Renee Morrell - Probation Violation" />
 <figcaption>Renee Morrell - Probation Violation</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739641633748.jpeg" alt="Trevor Bellamy - Minor In Possession - Under 19 1st Offense" />
 <figcaption>Trevor Bellamy - Minor In Possession - Under 19 1st Offense</figcaption>
 </figure>***<div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://northplattepost.com/category/arrests/" target="_blank">Click Here To See Past Hot Sheets</a></h2>

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.
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The Hot Sheets: February 15th, 2025

An online NPCC information technology surplus auction will take place Feb. 17 – Feb. 23.

Surplus items include TVs, printers, iPads, MacBooks and other laptops. Items may be previewed at:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://airauctioneer.com/mid-plains-community-college-it-surplus-auction-feb-2025">https://airauctioneer.com/mid-plains-community-college-it-surplus-auction-feb-2025</a>. Equipment will be sold “as is,” and all sales will be final.

Bidders must create an account or connect to an existing Google or Facebook account to register for the auction. They will receive email updates on items they’ve bid on and a “buy it now” option will also be available.

High bidders will be able to pick up their items the day they purchase them. All electronics must be picked up by 4 p.m. Feb. 28 unless other arrangements are made.

All payments will be due at time of pick up on NPCC’s North Campus, 1101 Halligan Drive. Only cash or checks, no credit or debit cards, will be accepted. Winners will be asked to show the winning bid email upon arrival at the Welcome Center.

Jennifer FullerNPCCAn online NPCC information technology surplus auction will take place Feb. 17 – Feb. 23.Surplus items include TVs, printers, iPads, MacBooks and other laptops. Items may be previewed at:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://airauctioneer.com/mid-plains-community-college-it-surplus-auction-feb-2025">https://airauctioneer.com/mid-plains-community-college-it-surplus-auction-feb-2025</a>. Equipment will be sold “as is,” and all sales will be final.Bidders must create an account or connect to an existing Google or Facebook account to register for the auction. They will receive email updates on items they’ve bid on and a “buy it now” option will also be available.High bidders will be able to pick up their items the day they purchase them. All electronics must be picked up by 4 p.m. Feb. 28 unless other arrangements are made.All payments will be due at time of pick up on NPCC’s North Campus, 1101 Halligan Drive. Only cash or checks, no credit or debit cards, will be accepted. Winners will be asked to show the winning bid email upon arrival at the Welcome Center.

NPCC surplus IT auction opens Feb. 17

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department

The Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) announces their 16th annual Radon Poster Contest winners. Students aged 9 to 14 made posters about the hazards of radon gas, which is the second leading cause of cancer. Entries were judged in December and presentations were held at four schools in January for Radon Action Month.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;“The radon poster contest offers a fun opportunity for students to understand the elevated radon levels we face here in Nebraska and the actions we can take to address it,” says Hunter York, Program Manager at SWNPHD. “The creativity displayed by the students is impressive. We extend our congratulations to all participants for their efforts in educating our communities about the dangers of radon and ways to lower the risk of lung cancer.”&nbsp;

Posters will be displayed on social media, on website (starting February 12th) and on McCook LED sign at 404 West 10th Street.&nbsp;

Judges selected the following posters:&nbsp;

1st Place- Henry Nothnagel								St. Patrick School&nbsp;

2nd Place-Kensington Schoenemann							St. Patrick School&nbsp;

3rd Place- Ade Kisker	&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 						&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hitchcock County Elementary&nbsp;

1st Place- Dakota Top							Hitchcock County Elementary&nbsp;

2nd Place- Ethan Kling								Ogallala Middle School&nbsp;

3rd Place- Paisley Poppert						Hitchcock County Elementary&nbsp;

Southwest Nebraska Public Health DepartmentThe Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) announces their 16th annual Radon Poster Contest winners. Students aged 9 to 14 made posters about the hazards of radon gas, which is the second leading cause of cancer. Entries were judged in December and presentations were held at four schools in January for Radon Action Month.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“The radon poster contest offers a fun opportunity for students to understand the elevated radon levels we face here in Nebraska and the actions we can take to address it,” says Hunter York, Program Manager at SWNPHD. “The creativity displayed by the students is impressive. We extend our congratulations to all participants for their efforts in educating our communities about the dangers of radon and ways to lower the risk of lung cancer.”&nbsp;Posters will be displayed on social media, on website (starting February 12th) and on McCook LED sign at 404 West 10th Street.&nbsp;Judges selected the following posters:&nbsp;Ages 9 to 10&nbsp;1st Place- Henry Nothnagel								St. Patrick School&nbsp;2nd Place-Kensington Schoenemann							St. Patrick School&nbsp;3rd Place- Ade Kisker	&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 						&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hitchcock County Elementary&nbsp;Ages 11 to 12&nbsp;1st Place- Dakota Top							Hitchcock County Elementary&nbsp;2nd Place- Ethan Kling								Ogallala Middle School&nbsp;3rd Place- Paisley Poppert						Hitchcock County Elementary&nbsp;

   Radon Poster Contest Winners 

Paws-itive Partners Humane Society is sponsoring Lower Income Love My Cat during the month of March 2025.&nbsp; Just coming off a 4-month-long Love My Cat period, Paws-itive Partners and local veterinarians are, once again, working together to make spaying and neutering financially feasible for pet owners.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Being a pet owner has its responsibilities and spaying and neutering is an important part of that responsibility.&nbsp; Altering a cat's reproductivity is the most cost-effective way to control cat overpopulation.&nbsp; Left unaltered, the results are unplanned litters, homelessness, suffering and abandonment.&nbsp; Spaying and neutering cats can reduce cancer risks, unwanted behaviors, roaming and aggression.&nbsp;

Pet owners who qualify for Lower Income Love My Cat assistance can register by calling&nbsp;308-650-PAWS, 308-660-5561 or 308-530-1516 or go online to&nbsp;<a href="http://pawsitivepartners.org/" target="_blank">pawsitivepartners.</a>&nbsp;click "Spay &amp; Neuter." Love My Cat is accepting up to four cats per person.&nbsp; Unowned community cats are welcome and cat advocates feeding and sheltering community cats are especially encouraged to take helping cats an additional step by spaying/neutering.&nbsp;

Love My Cat surgery is an affordable $45 per cat.&nbsp; Some clinics require exams and vaccinations for new clients and some have additional fees.&nbsp; This will be explained to pet owners when they contact Paws-itive Partners.&nbsp; Payment is expected at the time of appointments.&nbsp; Pet owners are encouraged to contact one of the above numbers or go online now to schedule appointments.&nbsp; Appointments are limited and must be completed by the last day of March.&nbsp;Paws-itive Partners has spayed and neutered more than 7,000 cats during Love My Cat months.&nbsp; In addition to that, Paws-itve&nbsp;Partners helps spay and neuter hundreds of dogs and cats year-round through their Get 'Em Fixed program and specialty programs such as Be Responsi-Bull.&nbsp;

Paws-itive Partners Press ReleaseNorth Platte, Neb. -&nbsp;Paws-itive Partners Humane Society is sponsoring Lower Income Love My Cat during the month of March 2025.&nbsp; Just coming off a 4-month-long Love My Cat period, Paws-itive Partners and local veterinarians are, once again, working together to make spaying and neutering financially feasible for pet owners.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Being a pet owner has its responsibilities and spaying and neutering is an important part of that responsibility.&nbsp; Altering a cat's reproductivity is the most cost-effective way to control cat overpopulation.&nbsp; Left unaltered, the results are unplanned litters, homelessness, suffering and abandonment.&nbsp; Spaying and neutering cats can reduce cancer risks, unwanted behaviors, roaming and aggression.&nbsp;Pet owners who qualify for Lower Income Love My Cat assistance can register by calling&nbsp;308-650-PAWS, 308-660-5561 or 308-530-1516 or go online to&nbsp;<a href="http://pawsitivepartners.org/" target="_blank">pawsitivepartners.</a>&nbsp;click "Spay &amp; Neuter." Love My Cat is accepting up to four cats per person.&nbsp; Unowned community cats are welcome and cat advocates feeding and sheltering community cats are especially encouraged to take helping cats an additional step by spaying/neutering.&nbsp;Love My Cat surgery is an affordable $45 per cat.&nbsp; Some clinics require exams and vaccinations for new clients and some have additional fees.&nbsp; This will be explained to pet owners when they contact Paws-itive Partners.&nbsp; Payment is expected at the time of appointments.&nbsp; Pet owners are encouraged to contact one of the above numbers or go online now to schedule appointments.&nbsp; Appointments are limited and must be completed by the last day of March.&nbsp;Paws-itive Partners has spayed and neutered more than 7,000 cats during Love My Cat months.&nbsp; In addition to that, Paws-itve&nbsp;Partners helps spay and neuter hundreds of dogs and cats year-round through their Get 'Em Fixed program and specialty programs such as Be Responsi-Bull.&nbsp;

Paws-itive Partners Humane Society is sponsoring Lower Income Love My Cat during the month of March 

North Platte, NE – According to the CDC, 142 million opioid&nbsp; prescriptions were dispensed in the U.S. in 2020. Yet research shows that up to 70% of&nbsp; opioids prescribed for post-surgical use are leftover and unused.&nbsp;&nbsp;

That’s why Community Connections is providing Lincoln County residents with the&nbsp; Deterra® Drug Deactivation and Disposal System for permanent, at-home drug disposal. By distributing Deterra Pouches, Community Connections aims to help local households&nbsp; prevent medication misuse, accidental ingestion, and environmental harm by safely&nbsp; deactivating and disposing of expired or unneeded medications.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Dependence on prescription painkillers often starts in the home medicine cabinet, where&nbsp; unused and expired medication can be easily accessed by family members and friends,”&nbsp; said Substance Abuse Prevention System Coordinator, Erin Bone. “By using these at-home&nbsp; drug deactivation and disposal pouches, we can help prevent prescription drug misuse in&nbsp; North Platte and Lincoln Count.”&nbsp;

Numerous studies have identified the importance of at-home disposal and the risks of&nbsp; misuse when leaving unused and expired prescription medications in your medicine&nbsp; cabinet. A JAMA Surgery study conducted at the University of Michigan found that of&nbsp; patients prescribed opioids following surgery, those given the Deterra® Drug Deactivation&nbsp; System for at-home disposal were 3.8 times more likely to dispose of left-over and&nbsp; unneeded medications than those who were not provided disposal education or support.&nbsp;

In a simple 3-step process, a user deactivates drugs by putting them in a Deterra Pouch,&nbsp; adding water, shaking, and throwing away in the household garbage.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Deterra’s plant-based packaging and non-toxic ingredients also prevent harmful chemicals&nbsp; from entering our landfills and water supplies, making the world safer for everyone.&nbsp;

Deterra Pouches are available Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm at Community&nbsp; Connections – inside NebraskaLand Bank (downtown) – 121 N Dewey St, North Platte or at&nbsp;

Drug Take-Back events held on the 3rd Saturday of each month, from 11:00am to 1:00pm,&nbsp; inside Bomgaars at 510 E Philip Ave, North Platte.&nbsp;&nbsp;

You can contact the Substance Abuse Prevention System Coordinator at 308-696-3358 or&nbsp; SAPS@CommunityConnectionsLC.org to reserve your Deterra Pouches!&nbsp;

About Deterra and Verde Environmental Technologies, Inc.&nbsp;

Minneapolis-based Verde Environmental Technologies Inc. is a privately owned company&nbsp; committed to developing research-based scientifically proven solutions to reduce drug&nbsp; misuse and negative environmental impact. The patented Deterra® Drug Deactivation and Disposal System is powered by proprietary activated carbon, which deactivates drugs.&nbsp; Deterra is highly effective in adsorbing and firmly binding drugs, rendering them inert,&nbsp; unavailable for misuse and safe for the environment. Visit DeterraSystem.com to learn&nbsp; more.&nbsp;

Erin Bone&nbsp;Community Connections&nbsp;North Platte, NE – According to the CDC, 142 million opioid&nbsp; prescriptions were dispensed in the U.S. in 2020. Yet research shows that up to 70% of&nbsp; opioids prescribed for post-surgical use are leftover and unused.&nbsp;&nbsp;That’s why Community Connections is providing Lincoln County residents with the&nbsp; Deterra® Drug Deactivation and Disposal System for permanent, at-home drug disposal. By distributing Deterra Pouches, Community Connections aims to help local households&nbsp; prevent medication misuse, accidental ingestion, and environmental harm by safely&nbsp; deactivating and disposing of expired or unneeded medications.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Dependence on prescription painkillers often starts in the home medicine cabinet, where&nbsp; unused and expired medication can be easily accessed by family members and friends,”&nbsp; said Substance Abuse Prevention System Coordinator, Erin Bone. “By using these at-home&nbsp; drug deactivation and disposal pouches, we can help prevent prescription drug misuse in&nbsp; North Platte and Lincoln Count.”&nbsp;Numerous studies have identified the importance of at-home disposal and the risks of&nbsp; misuse when leaving unused and expired prescription medications in your medicine&nbsp; cabinet. A JAMA Surgery study conducted at the University of Michigan found that of&nbsp; patients prescribed opioids following surgery, those given the Deterra® Drug Deactivation&nbsp; System for at-home disposal were 3.8 times more likely to dispose of left-over and&nbsp; unneeded medications than those who were not provided disposal education or support.&nbsp;In a simple 3-step process, a user deactivates drugs by putting them in a Deterra Pouch,&nbsp; adding water, shaking, and throwing away in the household garbage.&nbsp;&nbsp;Deterra’s plant-based packaging and non-toxic ingredients also prevent harmful chemicals&nbsp; from entering our landfills and water supplies, making the world safer for everyone.&nbsp;Deterra Pouches are available Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm at Community&nbsp; Connections – inside NebraskaLand Bank (downtown) – 121 N Dewey St, North Platte or at&nbsp;Drug Take-Back events held on the 3rd Saturday of each month, from 11:00am to 1:00pm,&nbsp; inside Bomgaars at 510 E Philip Ave, North Platte.&nbsp;&nbsp;You can contact the Substance Abuse Prevention System Coordinator at 308-696-3358 or&nbsp; SAPS@CommunityConnectionsLC.org to reserve your Deterra Pouches!&nbsp;About Deterra and Verde Environmental Technologies, Inc.&nbsp;Minneapolis-based Verde Environmental Technologies Inc. is a privately owned company&nbsp; committed to developing research-based scientifically proven solutions to reduce drug&nbsp; misuse and negative environmental impact. The patented Deterra® Drug Deactivation and Disposal System is powered by proprietary activated carbon, which deactivates drugs.&nbsp; Deterra is highly effective in adsorbing and firmly binding drugs, rendering them inert,&nbsp; unavailable for misuse and safe for the environment. Visit DeterraSystem.com to learn&nbsp; more.&nbsp;

Community Connections provides free at-home drug deactivation and disposal  pouches to help prevent prescription drug misuse in Lincoln County

For Children’s Dental Health Month, Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) encourages parents to teach good dental habits and get regular dental care for their children. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that children visit their dentist no later than their first birthday and every six months after that. When children learn how to care for their teeth early in life, their families save on costs and prevent future problems.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“According to AAPD, tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood illness in the United States, and the most preventable of all health problems,” states Sarah Minnick, Program Manager for SWNPHD.&nbsp; “Oral health care is part of overall health care. Now is the time to teach good oral health.”&nbsp;

Polish Your Pearls is a grant-based dental program from SWNPHD that helps supplement regular dental visits to provide protection against cavities for infants and children through 6th grade. This program is available to local daycares, preschools, and schools to provide oral health screening, dental education, sealants, and application of fluoride varnish.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The fluoride varnish that is applied by Polish Your Pearls is a sticky, honey like material that is painted on the teeth with a small soft brush. This varnish can be applied 4 to 6 times per year to strengthen teeth and protect against cavities. Polish Your Pearls also provides children with education on proper brushing and flossing.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Having your child participate in the Polish Your Pearls dental program can save money and help prevent problems. All children who participate in the program will receive a free dental screening, toothbrush, toothpaste, and dental floss. A note is also sent home with your child showing the screening results. Those interested in knowing more about the program or wanting to set up a dental clinic should contact Sarah Minnick at SWNPHD at 308-345-4223.&nbsp;

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, You Tube, and Instagram or view the website at www.swhealth.ne.gov which contains many resources and additional information helpful to prevent disease, promote and protect health.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Southwest Nebraska Public Health DepartmentFor Children’s Dental Health Month, Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) encourages parents to teach good dental habits and get regular dental care for their children. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that children visit their dentist no later than their first birthday and every six months after that. When children learn how to care for their teeth early in life, their families save on costs and prevent future problems.&nbsp;&nbsp;“According to AAPD, tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood illness in the United States, and the most preventable of all health problems,” states Sarah Minnick, Program Manager for SWNPHD.&nbsp; “Oral health care is part of overall health care. Now is the time to teach good oral health.”&nbsp;Polish Your Pearls is a grant-based dental program from SWNPHD that helps supplement regular dental visits to provide protection against cavities for infants and children through 6th grade. This program is available to local daycares, preschools, and schools to provide oral health screening, dental education, sealants, and application of fluoride varnish.&nbsp;&nbsp;The fluoride varnish that is applied by Polish Your Pearls is a sticky, honey like material that is painted on the teeth with a small soft brush. This varnish can be applied 4 to 6 times per year to strengthen teeth and protect against cavities. Polish Your Pearls also provides children with education on proper brushing and flossing.&nbsp;&nbsp;Proper Brushing&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Tilt your toothbrush and put the bristles next to your gum line. The bristles should touch both the tooth and the gumline.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Use a gentle vibrating movement to brush the outside surfaces 2 to 3 teeth at a time. Be sure to brush both sides of the teeth!&nbsp;</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Tilt the brush up and down behind the front teeth. Make up and down strokes using the bristle side of the brush.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Brush the tongue from back to front to get rid of odor-producing bacteria.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>Having your child participate in the Polish Your Pearls dental program can save money and help prevent problems. All children who participate in the program will receive a free dental screening, toothbrush, toothpaste, and dental floss. A note is also sent home with your child showing the screening results. Those interested in knowing more about the program or wanting to set up a dental clinic should contact Sarah Minnick at SWNPHD at 308-345-4223.&nbsp;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, You Tube, and Instagram or view the website at www.swhealth.ne.gov which contains many resources and additional information helpful to prevent disease, promote and protect health.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Polish Your Pearls for Dental Health 

Community Connections Press Release

[North Platte, NE] – Local mentors, mentees, and their families had an exciting night at Mid-Plains Community College, cheering on the Knights as they took on Lamar Community College from Colorado. In a thrilling matchup, the Knights secured the victory, making the night even more special for attendees.

As honored guests, the group enjoyed the game from the VIP lounge overlooking the court, thanks to the generous sponsorship of Mid-Plains Community College. Attendees were also treated to complimentary popcorn, adding to the fun and lively atmosphere.

A highlight of the evening was the presence of Miss Nebraska, Raechel Warren, who joined in the festivities. She not only cheered on the Knights but also engaged with mentees in friendly rounds of Uno cards and shared some of her favorite children's books, inspiring a love for reading.

“We are incredibly grateful to Mid-Plains Community College for providing this opportunity,” said Angela Hipp, Community Connections Mentoring Coordinator. “Events like these help strengthen the bond between mentors and mentees while fostering a sense of community.”

The Unique Impact of Community-Based Mentoring

One of the key advantages of community-based mentoring is the opportunity to explore different spaces and meet new people. Mentors and mentees can visit museums, sporting events, art classes, and other engaging events that spark meaningful conversations and inspire growth. These experiences help expand a mentee’s horizons, build their network, and connect them with valuable community resources.

By engaging in fun and enriching activities, youth have the chance to experience new adventures, build confidence, and deepen their relationships with mentors. These shared moments of enjoyment foster trust and create opportunities for impactful discussions that shape brighter futures.

Coffee Chats: A Space to Learn About Mentoring

Saturday, February 15th, Positive Impact Workout at Nebraska Athletic Center at 1 pm open to public

Saturday, February 22nd, Sound Bath and Breathwork practice for mentoring pairs with Jenny Bonta

Saturday, March 1st, Leathercraft workshop for mentoring pairs with Kevin Warner 

Saturday, March 15th, Pinata Making event open to the public in partnership with Hope Esperanza at Episcopal Church

Community Connections Press Release[North Platte, NE] – Local mentors, mentees, and their families had an exciting night at Mid-Plains Community College, cheering on the Knights as they took on Lamar Community College from Colorado. In a thrilling matchup, the Knights secured the victory, making the night even more special for attendees.As honored guests, the group enjoyed the game from the VIP lounge overlooking the court, thanks to the generous sponsorship of Mid-Plains Community College. Attendees were also treated to complimentary popcorn, adding to the fun and lively atmosphere.A highlight of the evening was the presence of Miss Nebraska, Raechel Warren, who joined in the festivities. She not only cheered on the Knights but also engaged with mentees in friendly rounds of Uno cards and shared some of her favorite children's books, inspiring a love for reading.“We are incredibly grateful to Mid-Plains Community College for providing this opportunity,” said Angela Hipp, Community Connections Mentoring Coordinator. “Events like these help strengthen the bond between mentors and mentees while fostering a sense of community.”The Unique Impact of Community-Based MentoringOne of the key advantages of community-based mentoring is the opportunity to explore different spaces and meet new people. Mentors and mentees can visit museums, sporting events, art classes, and other engaging events that spark meaningful conversations and inspire growth. These experiences help expand a mentee’s horizons, build their network, and connect them with valuable community resources.By engaging in fun and enriching activities, youth have the chance to experience new adventures, build confidence, and deepen their relationships with mentors. These shared moments of enjoyment foster trust and create opportunities for impactful discussions that shape brighter futures.Coffee Chats: A Space to Learn About MentoringUpcoming events:Saturday, February 15th, Positive Impact Workout at Nebraska Athletic Center at 1 pm open to publicSaturday, February 22nd, Sound Bath and Breathwork practice for mentoring pairs with Jenny BontaSaturday, March 1st, Leathercraft workshop for mentoring pairs with Kevin Warner Saturday, March 15th, Pinata Making event open to the public in partnership with Hope Esperanza at Episcopal Church