North Platte, NEB. - Crews responded to grass fire just north of North Platte on Twin Lakes Road Wednesday afternoon.&nbsp; The North Platte Volunteer Fire Department requested mutual aid from surrounding communities. The fire has been contained.

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office announced that evacuations were requested for Calvary Hills Subdivision and Thunderhead Road around 4:00 pm. Those who were to evacuate from the area, shelter is available at the Salvation Army in North Platte.&nbsp;&nbsp;

According to the Lincoln County Sherrif's Department, roads are beginning to open back up.&nbsp; These roads are&nbsp;North Twin Lakes Road and Hall School Road. The roads were closed as emergency crews were battling the fire.

The cause of the fire is unknown, it's unknown how many acres were destroyed or if any injuries have occurred to livestock or individuals in the area.&nbsp;&nbsp;

This is a developing story,&nbsp;and we will update when more information becomes available.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, NEB. - Crews responded to grass fire just north of North Platte on Twin Lakes Road Wednesday afternoon.&nbsp; The North Platte Volunteer Fire Department requested mutual aid from surrounding communities. The fire has been contained.<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/OzMs2HEyplM?si=SB9eRUTVu54W8w26&amp;start=4" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office announced that evacuations were requested for Calvary Hills Subdivision and Thunderhead Road around 4:00 pm. Those who were to evacuate from the area, shelter is available at the Salvation Army in North Platte.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to the Lincoln County Sherrif's Department, roads are beginning to open back up.&nbsp; These roads are&nbsp;North Twin Lakes Road and Hall School Road. The roads were closed as emergency crews were battling the fire.The cause of the fire is unknown, it's unknown how many acres were destroyed or if any injuries have occurred to livestock or individuals in the area.&nbsp;&nbsp;This is a developing story,&nbsp;and we will update when more information becomes available.&nbsp;<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/biKEzFKMKMo?si=3e81lxyFVCh2rgc3&amp;start=5" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>

Crews respond to a grass fire north of North Platte

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska would become one of the last Republican-led states to enact a so-called&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ralph-yarl-shooting-stand-your-ground-69f91b0a09b25f9758219897f5890278">“stand your ground”</a>&nbsp;law under a bill presented to a legislative committee on Thursday.

State Sen. Brian Hardin, of Scottsbluff, said he brought the bill at the urging of his constituents and to keep residents who use deadly force while defending themselves from facing prosecution.

“This bill would ensure that we're not revictimizing a person who's already been a victim of a crime,” Hardin said. “It should be difficult to put someone in jail who was protecting himself.”

Nebraska is among a handful of states where the law says a person has a duty to retreat from threat if they can do so safely before using deadly force, with the exception of a person's home or workplace. Thirty-eight states — including all six of Nebraska's neighboring states — have stand your ground laws.

The concept&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trayvon-martin-florida-homicide-gun-politics-3907568281565b8cc191fcc66aadf318">came under national scrutiny</a>&nbsp;in the 2012 fatal shooting of a Black teenager from Florida, Trayvon Martin, by a neighborhood watch volunteer who was following him. The volunteer, George Zimmerman, was later acquitted after a trial in which his attorneys essentially used the law as a defense.

Critics have labeled the measure as a “shoot first” law and argue it makes it easier for a person to shoot someone and avoid prosecution by saying they felt threatened. Some prosecutors have complained that the laws have increasingly placed the burden on them to prove self-defense did not occur by defendants making a stand your ground defense.

The top prosecutor for Nebraska's most populous county, Douglas County Attorney Don Kleine, was the first of several people who testified against Hardin's bill Thursday, saying that the state's current law already allows latitude for those who are threatened with imminent harm.

“Obviously, if someone points a gun at you, you don't even have to think about that,” he said. “Of course you can defend yourself. I think this law change is unnecessary.”

While several people and groups, including the Nebraska Firearms Owners Association and Women for Gun Rights, testified in favor of the bill, others opposed it, citing several high-profile cases across the nation in the last decade that have called stand your ground laws into question. They included the 2020&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/life-of-ahmaud-arbery-e869ad7dc4ae6b86635507d412e63319?utm_source=apnews&amp;utm_medium=relatedcontentmodule">fatal shooting of 25-year-old Ahmaud Arbery</a>&nbsp;in Georgia and the shooting last year in Kansas City, Missouri, that injured 17-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ralph-yarl-brain-injury-shot-teenager-black-kansas-city-e31994020e808dd622cb04c73236fd4c">Ralph Yarl</a>.

The two Black males were doing everyday tasks — Arbery was jogging and Yarl was knocking on the door of a home where he thought his brother was visiting — when they were shot by white men who later claimed they did so because they felt threatened.

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska would become one of the last Republican-led states to enact a so-called&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ralph-yarl-shooting-stand-your-ground-69f91b0a09b25f9758219897f5890278">“stand your ground”</a>&nbsp;law under a bill presented to a legislative committee on Thursday.State Sen. Brian Hardin, of Scottsbluff, said he brought the bill at the urging of his constituents and to keep residents who use deadly force while defending themselves from facing prosecution.“This bill would ensure that we're not revictimizing a person who's already been a victim of a crime,” Hardin said. “It should be difficult to put someone in jail who was protecting himself.”Nebraska is among a handful of states where the law says a person has a duty to retreat from threat if they can do so safely before using deadly force, with the exception of a person's home or workplace. Thirty-eight states — including all six of Nebraska's neighboring states — have stand your ground laws.The concept&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trayvon-martin-florida-homicide-gun-politics-3907568281565b8cc191fcc66aadf318">came under national scrutiny</a>&nbsp;in the 2012 fatal shooting of a Black teenager from Florida, Trayvon Martin, by a neighborhood watch volunteer who was following him. The volunteer, George Zimmerman, was later acquitted after a trial in which his attorneys essentially used the law as a defense.Critics have labeled the measure as a “shoot first” law and argue it makes it easier for a person to shoot someone and avoid prosecution by saying they felt threatened. Some prosecutors have complained that the laws have increasingly placed the burden on them to prove self-defense did not occur by defendants making a stand your ground defense.The top prosecutor for Nebraska's most populous county, Douglas County Attorney Don Kleine, was the first of several people who testified against Hardin's bill Thursday, saying that the state's current law already allows latitude for those who are threatened with imminent harm.“Obviously, if someone points a gun at you, you don't even have to think about that,” he said. “Of course you can defend yourself. I think this law change is unnecessary.”While several people and groups, including the Nebraska Firearms Owners Association and Women for Gun Rights, testified in favor of the bill, others opposed it, citing several high-profile cases across the nation in the last decade that have called stand your ground laws into question. They included the 2020&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/life-of-ahmaud-arbery-e869ad7dc4ae6b86635507d412e63319?utm_source=apnews&amp;utm_medium=relatedcontentmodule">fatal shooting of 25-year-old Ahmaud Arbery</a>&nbsp;in Georgia and the shooting last year in Kansas City, Missouri, that injured 17-year-old&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ralph-yarl-brain-injury-shot-teenager-black-kansas-city-e31994020e808dd622cb04c73236fd4c">Ralph Yarl</a>.The two Black males were doing everyday tasks — Arbery was jogging and Yarl was knocking on the door of a home where he thought his brother was visiting — when they were shot by white men who later claimed they did so because they felt threatened.

Lawmaker looks to make Nebraska the latest state to enact controversial 'stand your ground' law

By Nebraska Game &amp; Parks&nbsp;

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will accept archery paddlefish permit applications March 1-14.

The application period begins at 1 p.m. Central Time on March 1. Postal mail applications must be received in Game and Parks’ Lincoln office by 5 p.m. CST and online applications by 11:59 p.m. March 14.

A nonrefundable $7 application fee is due at the time of application. Applicants supplying valid email addresses will be notified when the draw is complete. Those not providing valid email addresses will be responsible for monitoring their status online.

Results of the draw will be made available by March 20. Payment for awarded permits is due by 11:59 p.m. April 5.

Permits will be issued in a random drawing based on preference points earned; applicants with the most preference points will receive the highest priority. Permits awarded but unpaid will result in the applicant losing preference points and forfeiting the permit. Unpaid or unawarded permits remaining after the drawing will be made available to the next resident applicant, based on the random draw.

An applicant will receive a preference point if he or she is not awarded a permit in the drawing. An additional preference point will be added each year he or she is unsuccessful in the drawing. Any person who is issued a paddlefish permit and any person who does not apply at least once during five consecutive years will lose all accumulated preference points. In lieu of participating in the draw, anglers may purchase one preference point per season during the application period. The cost is $10 for residents and $20 for nonresidents.

Two people – both residents or both nonresidents – may submit a joint application. That application will be assigned to the applicant with the fewest preference points.

A person may have no more than two archery paddlefish permits per year: one earned via application and one bought over the counter if unsold permits remain. Permits and their accompanying tags are not transferable. Anyone fishing with an archery paddlefish permit also must have a valid Nebraska fishing permit.

Starting this year, additional areas below Gavins Point Dam will be open to archery fishing during the archery paddlefish season; only the north wall of the spillway and the powerhouse discharge canal will be closed. See the 2024 Nebraska Fishing Guide for more information.

By Nebraska Game &amp; Parks&nbsp;The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will accept archery paddlefish permit applications March 1-14.The application period begins at 1 p.m. Central Time on March 1. Postal mail applications must be received in Game and Parks’ Lincoln office by 5 p.m. CST and online applications by 11:59 p.m. March 14.A nonrefundable $7 application fee is due at the time of application. Applicants supplying valid email addresses will be notified when the draw is complete. Those not providing valid email addresses will be responsible for monitoring their status online.Results of the draw will be made available by March 20. Payment for awarded permits is due by 11:59 p.m. April 5.Permits will be issued in a random drawing based on preference points earned; applicants with the most preference points will receive the highest priority. Permits awarded but unpaid will result in the applicant losing preference points and forfeiting the permit. Unpaid or unawarded permits remaining after the drawing will be made available to the next resident applicant, based on the random draw.An applicant will receive a preference point if he or she is not awarded a permit in the drawing. An additional preference point will be added each year he or she is unsuccessful in the drawing. Any person who is issued a paddlefish permit and any person who does not apply at least once during five consecutive years will lose all accumulated preference points. In lieu of participating in the draw, anglers may purchase one preference point per season during the application period. The cost is $10 for residents and $20 for nonresidents.Two people – both residents or both nonresidents – may submit a joint application. That application will be assigned to the applicant with the fewest preference points.A person may have no more than two archery paddlefish permits per year: one earned via application and one bought over the counter if unsold permits remain. Permits and their accompanying tags are not transferable. Anyone fishing with an archery paddlefish permit also must have a valid Nebraska fishing permit.Starting this year, additional areas below Gavins Point Dam will be open to archery fishing during the archery paddlefish season; only the north wall of the spillway and the powerhouse discharge canal will be closed. See the 2024 Nebraska Fishing Guide for more information.

Nebraska archery paddlefish applications to be accepted March 1-14

&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is looking to identify the subject in these pictures, as part of an investigation, where several cars were gone through in the early morning hours of February 7. Additional video is in the comments. If you have any information on the identity of this subject, please contact the North Platte Police Department at 308-535-6789 or submit your information anonymously, at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Flincolncountycrimestoppers.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2TdqIpFvcQgfCfXGc5Z8IM90c4Yd32Fa1BFrXlYmDn_Iyu8KxmZfq2sBY&amp;h=AT2us4vK_8NI_WLg6X31JTUjQOalLq9ej2XFmWjJAZdEUSbP858ic3lYg0JZgwGkKus7nayQD9E1aJaNIm9MK8EoEd7n9mbnwghQg4ZYD4a8NONVnH1GgSd7l3aJVYWblMUc&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT1SI3U-8uM2wC6SaQxDBmzk9YnCsGAMPqE96kqIhqoPVH3byscYu0ZfKQCefl-WwMLfhEbDeFTw1LgJ0oQM33CAdEZczNBKjZ9IwqMNC8ovv4TqkpoMrokToA0Ui6jonnQyMuqMjGncbNvcr7Mkyu_NCXWgzU5uGpyCWpxWhr3WCpmURA9ctjY_svlc4-84Tuu9u-gLb7i3hDVghImLh-HF9PRyh4Bs_Kpekym_wi98B_XsUEUT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or by calling, 308-534-8400.&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Platte Police Department&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is looking to identify the subject in these pictures, as part of an investigation, where several cars were gone through in the early morning hours of February 7. Additional video is in the comments. If you have any information on the identity of this subject, please contact the North Platte Police Department at 308-535-6789 or submit your information anonymously, at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Flincolncountycrimestoppers.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2TdqIpFvcQgfCfXGc5Z8IM90c4Yd32Fa1BFrXlYmDn_Iyu8KxmZfq2sBY&amp;h=AT2us4vK_8NI_WLg6X31JTUjQOalLq9ej2XFmWjJAZdEUSbP858ic3lYg0JZgwGkKus7nayQD9E1aJaNIm9MK8EoEd7n9mbnwghQg4ZYD4a8NONVnH1GgSd7l3aJVYWblMUc&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT1SI3U-8uM2wC6SaQxDBmzk9YnCsGAMPqE96kqIhqoPVH3byscYu0ZfKQCefl-WwMLfhEbDeFTw1LgJ0oQM33CAdEZczNBKjZ9IwqMNC8ovv4TqkpoMrokToA0Ui6jonnQyMuqMjGncbNvcr7Mkyu_NCXWgzU5uGpyCWpxWhr3WCpmURA9ctjY_svlc4-84Tuu9u-gLb7i3hDVghImLh-HF9PRyh4Bs_Kpekym_wi98B_XsUEUT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or by calling, 308-534-8400.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/lawmaker-wants-to-keep-out-of-state-entities-from-buying-single-family-homes-in-nebraska/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

LINCOLN&nbsp; — Calling it a means to preserve local homeownership, a state senator has proposed legislation to keep businesses without a tie to the state from buying single-family housing in Nebraska.

Under&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/108/PDF/Intro/LB1405.pdf">Legislative Bill 1405</a>, introduced by Omaha State Sen. Justin Wayne, a corporation, hedge fund or other business would not be able to purchase a single-family home in Nebraska unless that entity is domiciled in Nebraska and its principal members are state residents.

Speaking Monday to the Legislature’s Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee, Wayne referred to an Ohio-based private company as an example. He said Vinebrook Homes has snapped up scores of homes in North Omaha to become one of the state’s largest landlords. Flatwater Free Press&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://flatwaterfreepress.org/three-years-ago-they-didnt-exist-here-today-theyre-one-of-the-biggest-landlords-in-the-city/">has reported</a>&nbsp;on the company.&nbsp;

“Last year some sources suggest that one out of five homes sold in the country were bought by investors, mostly those under $200,000,” Wayne told the committee. “In Omaha it went from not being a problem to all of a sudden being a huge problem.”&nbsp;

He said the companies have the financial capacity to outbid average families, and the homes become “perpetual renterships.”

Much of the wealth-building in the United States is based on homeownership, Wayne said. “And that can’t happen when these out-of-state companies come in and block homes or buy them overpriced.”

He said he was inspired by the Omaha situation, but also by Gov. Jim Pillen’s idea to<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/02/06/gov-pillen-sen-dekay-look-to-prevent-foreign-adversaries-from-owning-nebraska-real-estate/">&nbsp;prevent foreign adversaries and sanctioned nationals</a>&nbsp;from buying land in Nebraska.

“I was like, Let’s just take it a step further and see if we can save some homes,” Wayne said.

Three people spoke in support of the bill during the public hearing. No one testified in opposition, though pushback came from a couple of lawmakers on the committee.

Omaha Sen. Brad von Gillern said he could imagine numerous ways a company could get around the law, including setting up different layers of ownership and shell companies, and he was not convinced this was an answer to preserving homeownership.&nbsp;

“As a pure capitalist,” he said, that he fundamentally opposes the idea but understood the motivation to want to preserve homeownership for low- to moderate-income Nebraskans.

Wayne said he recognized the proposal was not “perfect” or “ready for prime time.” But he said it was a concept the state had to start talking about.

Wayne Mortensen of NeighborWorks Lincoln told the committee that 13% of single family housing in Lincoln was owned by out-of-state entities. He said some neighborhoods are seeing dilapidation and housing decline due to absentee landlords with no accountability to the local community.

Sen. Mike Jacobson of North Platte said it was hard for him to fathom that the state would restrict property owners on “who they can sell their property to and how much they can sell it for.”

Said Jacobson: “At the end of the day, where do we say that capitalism ceases and we’re going to take over from a socialistic standpoint and put controls on who can control what inside the state of Nebraska?”

The committee took no immediate action Monday on whether to advance the proposal to full legislative debate.

Cindy Gonzalez<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/lawmaker-wants-to-keep-out-of-state-entities-from-buying-single-family-homes-in-nebraska/">Nebraska Examiner</a>LINCOLN&nbsp; — Calling it a means to preserve local homeownership, a state senator has proposed legislation to keep businesses without a tie to the state from buying single-family housing in Nebraska.Under&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/108/PDF/Intro/LB1405.pdf">Legislative Bill 1405</a>, introduced by Omaha State Sen. Justin Wayne, a corporation, hedge fund or other business would not be able to purchase a single-family home in Nebraska unless that entity is domiciled in Nebraska and its principal members are state residents.Speaking Monday to the Legislature’s Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee, Wayne referred to an Ohio-based private company as an example. He said Vinebrook Homes has snapped up scores of homes in North Omaha to become one of the state’s largest landlords. Flatwater Free Press&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://flatwaterfreepress.org/three-years-ago-they-didnt-exist-here-today-theyre-one-of-the-biggest-landlords-in-the-city/">has reported</a>&nbsp;on the company.&nbsp;“Last year some sources suggest that one out of five homes sold in the country were bought by investors, mostly those under $200,000,” Wayne told the committee. “In Omaha it went from not being a problem to all of a sudden being a huge problem.”&nbsp;He said the companies have the financial capacity to outbid average families, and the homes become “perpetual renterships.”Much of the wealth-building in the United States is based on homeownership, Wayne said. “And that can’t happen when these out-of-state companies come in and block homes or buy them overpriced.”He said he was inspired by the Omaha situation, but also by Gov. Jim Pillen’s idea to<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/02/06/gov-pillen-sen-dekay-look-to-prevent-foreign-adversaries-from-owning-nebraska-real-estate/">&nbsp;prevent foreign adversaries and sanctioned nationals</a>&nbsp;from buying land in Nebraska.“I was like, Let’s just take it a step further and see if we can save some homes,” Wayne said.Three people spoke in support of the bill during the public hearing. No one testified in opposition, though pushback came from a couple of lawmakers on the committee.Omaha Sen. Brad von Gillern said he could imagine numerous ways a company could get around the law, including setting up different layers of ownership and shell companies, and he was not convinced this was an answer to preserving homeownership.&nbsp;“As a pure capitalist,” he said, that he fundamentally opposes the idea but understood the motivation to want to preserve homeownership for low- to moderate-income Nebraskans.Wayne said he recognized the proposal was not “perfect” or “ready for prime time.” But he said it was a concept the state had to start talking about.Wayne Mortensen of NeighborWorks Lincoln told the committee that 13% of single family housing in Lincoln was owned by out-of-state entities. He said some neighborhoods are seeing dilapidation and housing decline due to absentee landlords with no accountability to the local community.Sen. Mike Jacobson of North Platte said it was hard for him to fathom that the state would restrict property owners on “who they can sell their property to and how much they can sell it for.”Said Jacobson: “At the end of the day, where do we say that capitalism ceases and we’re going to take over from a socialistic standpoint and put controls on who can control what inside the state of Nebraska?”The committee took no immediate action Monday on whether to advance the proposal to full legislative debate.

Lawmaker wants to keep out-of-state entities from buying single-family homes in Nebraska

Nebraska Sheep &amp; Goat Producers Association and Nebraska Extension are holding a Lambing and Kidding Conference in Curtis Nebraska at the NCTA Livestock Training Center on March 16, 2024.&nbsp; We will be touring Dan Stelik’s lambing facility and others.&nbsp; The program will start with registration at 9:00 am followed by a lambing facility tour.&nbsp; The following programs will be after the tour at the NCTA livestock Teaching Facility:

To register contact Randy Saner at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:randy.saner@unl.edu" target="_blank">randy.saner@unl.edu</a>&nbsp;or call 308-532-2683.&nbsp; The cost to attend is $20 for a Nebraska Sheep &amp; Goat Producers member and 4-H/FFA members or $30 for a non-association member.

Nebraska Sheep &amp; Goat Producers Association and Nebraska Extension are holding a Lambing and Kidding Conference in Curtis Nebraska at the NCTA Livestock Training Center on March 16, 2024.&nbsp; We will be touring Dan Stelik’s lambing facility and others.&nbsp; The program will start with registration at 9:00 am followed by a lambing facility tour.&nbsp; The following programs will be after the tour at the NCTA livestock Teaching Facility:<ul>
 <li>Llama Care/Management by David Baltzell, DVM.&nbsp;</li><li>Lamb meal and all the fixings</li><li>Abbey Darheim with Abbey D. Photography demonstrating how to take award winning photographs.</li><li>Kelly Bruns former SDSU livestock judging coach and Director of the West Central Research Education &amp; Extension Center, quality goat and lamb evaluation.</li><li>Randy Saner Extension Livestock Educator discussing famacha training and a parasite management plan.</li><li>Rob Zelinsky with Hubbard Feeds will discuss feeder lamb nutrition.</li>
 </ul>To register contact Randy Saner at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:randy.saner@unl.edu" target="_blank">randy.saner@unl.edu</a>&nbsp;or call 308-532-2683.&nbsp; The cost to attend is $20 for a Nebraska Sheep &amp; Goat Producers member and 4-H/FFA members or $30 for a non-association member.Extension programs are open to all.

Lambing and Kidding Conference 3/16/24 in Curtis

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<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/state-senators-advance-compromise-bill-to-increase-tax-revenue-oversight-of-now-common-skill-games/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

LINCOLN — A bill to increase taxes on so-called “skill” video gaming machines that are now common in convenience stores and bars easily advanced Monday from first-round debate.

Legislative Bill 685 was introduced in the Nebraska Legislature&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2023/10/19/steep-increase-and-spread-of-slot-machine-like-skill-games-prompt-concern/">amid a rapid increase</a>&nbsp;in the games and a desire to harness some of their proceeds for property tax relief.

The skill games look and operate much like video slot machines in casinos, but they require some “skill” to win. Thus, they are regulated differently from slot machines, which are considered games of chance.

But state problem gambling officials say the skill games are just as addictive, and harmful, as regular slot machines.

Nebraska has seen a 60% increase in skill game machines across the state over the past year.

More than 5,800 licensed skill games can now be found at 1,611 locations, according to state registration figures. Machines are in truck stops, gas stations, convenience and grocery stores, service clubs and even a “de facto” casino.

An initial proposal from State Sen. John Lowe of Kearney&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/01/22/compromise-on-taxing-skill-games-gets-a-thumbs-down-from-small-operators/">ran into pushback from operators of the devices,</a>&nbsp;who called it heavy-handed and likely to put them out of business.

So Lowe came back with a compromise that he said responded to some of the criticism.

Among the provisions in LB 685 advanced on a 31-0 vote on Monday were:

Elmwood Sen. Rob Clements, who has introduced a bill this year to repeal the state’s inheritance tax, said LB 685 might provide some replacement revenue for counties — which currently get more than $60 million a year in inheritance tax revenue.

A fiscal note based on the initially proposed 20% tax estimated revenue of about $2.2 million a year for counties and cities. A fiscal estimate on a 5% tax was not immediately available. Such estimates are typically not made until after an amendment is adopted, as happened Monday.

— Nebraska Examiner reporter Zach Wendling contributed to this story.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707854839617.jpeg" alt="So-called “skill games,” like these at the Daily Double keno parlor in Denton, have proliferated across the state. They are not considered “gambling” because it takes some level of skill to win. (Paul Hammel/Nebraska Examiner)" />
 <figcaption>So-called “skill games,” like these at the Daily Double keno parlor in Denton, have proliferated across the state. They are not considered “gambling” because it takes some level of skill to win. (Paul Hammel/Nebraska Examiner)</figcaption>
 </figure>Paul Hammel<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/state-senators-advance-compromise-bill-to-increase-tax-revenue-oversight-of-now-common-skill-games/">Nebraska Examiner</a>LINCOLN — A bill to increase taxes on so-called “skill” video gaming machines that are now common in convenience stores and bars easily advanced Monday from first-round debate.Legislative Bill 685 was introduced in the Nebraska Legislature&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2023/10/19/steep-increase-and-spread-of-slot-machine-like-skill-games-prompt-concern/">amid a rapid increase</a>&nbsp;in the games and a desire to harness some of their proceeds for property tax relief.The skill games look and operate much like video slot machines in casinos, but they require some “skill” to win. Thus, they are regulated differently from slot machines, which are considered games of chance.But state problem gambling officials say the skill games are just as addictive, and harmful, as regular slot machines.Nebraska has seen a 60% increase in skill game machines across the state over the past year.More than 5,800 licensed skill games can now be found at 1,611 locations, according to state registration figures. Machines are in truck stops, gas stations, convenience and grocery stores, service clubs and even a “de facto” casino.An initial proposal from State Sen. John Lowe of Kearney&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/01/22/compromise-on-taxing-skill-games-gets-a-thumbs-down-from-small-operators/">ran into pushback from operators of the devices,</a>&nbsp;who called it heavy-handed and likely to put them out of business.So Lowe came back with a compromise that he said responded to some of the criticism.Among the provisions in LB 685 advanced on a 31-0 vote on Monday were:<ul>
 <li>Distributor would pay an annual fee of $100 for each machine up to a maximum of $5,000 for large distributors.</li><li>Owners would still pay $250 per machine annually, which is the current fee.</li><li>A 5% tax on the proceeds from each skill game would be paid to the state, of which 40% would be used for property tax relief, 25% split between the county and city in which the machine is located, and 10% used for tourism promotion. Initially, a tax of 20% had been proposed, which is the same rate paid by casino video slots.</li><li>Businesses that have skill games would be required to derive 60% of their revenue from sources other than the games. That is an attempt to prevent defacto casinos that are filled with the machines. Veterans and fraternal clubs would be exempt from that requirement, and their machines would not be subject to taxes.</li>
 </ul>Elmwood Sen. Rob Clements, who has introduced a bill this year to repeal the state’s inheritance tax, said LB 685 might provide some replacement revenue for counties — which currently get more than $60 million a year in inheritance tax revenue.A fiscal note based on the initially proposed 20% tax estimated revenue of about $2.2 million a year for counties and cities. A fiscal estimate on a 5% tax was not immediately available. Such estimates are typically not made until after an amendment is adopted, as happened Monday.— Nebraska Examiner reporter Zach Wendling contributed to this story.

State senators advance compromise bill to increase tax revenue, oversight of now common ‘skill’ games

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)&nbsp;&nbsp;—&nbsp; Nebraska State Patrol troopers removed 18 impaired drivers from the road this weekend as part of a special enforcement effort around the Super Bowl. The campaign included numerous law enforcement agencies across the state and entire country.

In total, troopers arrested 18 motorists for driving under the influence. Troopers also issued citations for speeding (144), minor in possession of alcohol (2), driving under suspension (13), no seat belt (2), and improper child restraint (2). Troopers also performed 63 motorists assists over the weekend.

NSP’s effort was made possible thanks in part to grant funding from the Nebraska Department of Transportation – Highway Safety Office.

As 2024 continues, NSP reminds all motorists to help keep Nebraska roads safe. Always drive sober, follow posted speed limits, avoid distractions, and wear your seatbelt. Troopers will participate in many additional traffic safety initiatives throughout the coming spring and summer months.

By Cody ThomasNebraska State PatrolFEBRUARY 13, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)&nbsp;&nbsp;—&nbsp; Nebraska State Patrol troopers removed 18 impaired drivers from the road this weekend as part of a special enforcement effort around the Super Bowl. The campaign included numerous law enforcement agencies across the state and entire country.In total, troopers arrested 18 motorists for driving under the influence. Troopers also issued citations for speeding (144), minor in possession of alcohol (2), driving under suspension (13), no seat belt (2), and improper child restraint (2). Troopers also performed 63 motorists assists over the weekend.NSP’s effort was made possible thanks in part to grant funding from the Nebraska Department of Transportation – Highway Safety Office.As 2024 continues, NSP reminds all motorists to help keep Nebraska roads safe. Always drive sober, follow posted speed limits, avoid distractions, and wear your seatbelt. Troopers will participate in many additional traffic safety initiatives throughout the coming spring and summer months.

Troopers Arrest 18 Impaired Drivers in Super Bowl Campaign

North Platte, NE- NebraskaLand Bank is proud to announce the recipients of their 2023 "My Fair Share" program, which allows employees to nominate and contribute to various organizations in their communities. In 2023, seven organizations across the communities we serve were chosen to receive a total of approximately $16,500 in donations.

NebraskaLand Bank's "My Fair Share" program has been empowering employees since 2004. Employees choose how much they donate and which organizations they support. This initiative is just one way NebraskaLand Bank is dedicated to making a positive impact in our communities.

Mike Jacobson, President and CEO of NebraskaLand Bank, expressed his pride in the program and its impact on the community. "You see our staff all the time out in the community doing volunteer work, but My Fair Share is a program where they are actually donating from their paychecks to these programs. They not only donate their time, they donate their own dollars."

The recipients of this year's program include Bridge of Hope Child Advocacy Center, Fur Animal Rescue, North Platte Habitat for Humanity, Debra's Legacy, McKenna’s Rae of Hope, Kearney Area Animal Shelter, and Hospice of Sweetwater County. These organizations were chosen by the employees of NebraskaLand Bank showcasing their dedication to giving back to their local communities.

In the past, organizations such as the North Platte Area Children's Museum, PAWS-itive Partners, Rape &amp; Domestic Abuse Program, and the North Platte Trails Network received donations from the "My Fair Share" program. In total, NebraskaLand Bank employees have donated approximately $216,500 since the program's inception.

NebraskaLand Bank is excited to honor our outstanding Employees and worthy organizations through the My Fair Share Breakfast. The program is scheduled at NebraskaLand Banks Main Location at 1400 South Dewey on Friday, February 23, 2024 at 8:30am. The event will take place in the first floor lobby.

To learn more about the My Fair Share program please visit our website at NebraskaLandBank.com/GivingBack.

NebraskaLand BankNorth Platte, NE- NebraskaLand Bank is proud to announce the recipients of their 2023 "My Fair Share" program, which allows employees to nominate and contribute to various organizations in their communities. In 2023, seven organizations across the communities we serve were chosen to receive a total of approximately $16,500 in donations.NebraskaLand Bank's "My Fair Share" program has been empowering employees since 2004. Employees choose how much they donate and which organizations they support. This initiative is just one way NebraskaLand Bank is dedicated to making a positive impact in our communities.Mike Jacobson, President and CEO of NebraskaLand Bank, expressed his pride in the program and its impact on the community. "You see our staff all the time out in the community doing volunteer work, but My Fair Share is a program where they are actually donating from their paychecks to these programs. They not only donate their time, they donate their own dollars."The recipients of this year's program include Bridge of Hope Child Advocacy Center, Fur Animal Rescue, North Platte Habitat for Humanity, Debra's Legacy, McKenna’s Rae of Hope, Kearney Area Animal Shelter, and Hospice of Sweetwater County. These organizations were chosen by the employees of NebraskaLand Bank showcasing their dedication to giving back to their local communities.In the past, organizations such as the North Platte Area Children's Museum, PAWS-itive Partners, Rape &amp; Domestic Abuse Program, and the North Platte Trails Network received donations from the "My Fair Share" program. In total, NebraskaLand Bank employees have donated approximately $216,500 since the program's inception.NebraskaLand Bank is excited to honor our outstanding Employees and worthy organizations through the My Fair Share Breakfast. The program is scheduled at NebraskaLand Banks Main Location at 1400 South Dewey on Friday, February 23, 2024 at 8:30am. The event will take place in the first floor lobby.To learn more about the My Fair Share program please visit our website at NebraskaLandBank.com/GivingBack.

NebraskaLand Bank Employees Give Back $16,500 to Local Organizations with "My Fair Share" Program

1st in OID Honors (8th overall): Cyrus Frazier, Finnley Eickhoff, and Makayla Dailey.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; 4th in OID Honors (11th overall): Xaivria Lemmer, Lyndsay James, and Carolina Prieto

4th in Persuasive Honors (11th overall): Isabella Frazier

6th in Persuasive Honors (13th overall): Rebecca Keneipp

6th in Serious Prose Champs: Phinehas Wiezorek2nd in Serious Prose Honors (8th overall): Finnley Eickhoff

5th in Poetry Honors (11th overall): Mia Campbell

6th in Humorous Prose Champs: Braxtton Songster

2nd in Humorous Prose Honors (9th overall): Cyrus Frazier

5th in Humorous Prose Honors (12th overall): El Gaedke

4th in Informative Honors (10th overall): Makayla Dailey

6th in Extemporaneous Champs: Sawyer Magnuson

4th in Extemporaneous Honors (10th overall): Kaylee Lundgreen

Novice Duet Acting Champs: 4th Adison Hastings and Olivia Parshall

Blue and Gold NPHS Medalist:&nbsp; Varsity:1st in OID Honors (8th overall): Cyrus Frazier, Finnley Eickhoff, and Makayla Dailey.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 4th in OID Honors (11th overall): Xaivria Lemmer, Lyndsay James, and Carolina Prieto7th in Persuasive Champs: Makayla Dailey4th in Persuasive Honors (11th overall): Isabella Frazier6th in Persuasive Honors (13th overall): Rebecca Keneipp6th in Serious Prose Champs: Phinehas Wiezorek2nd in Serious Prose Honors (8th overall): Finnley Eickhoff5th in Poetry Honors (11th overall): Mia Campbell6th in Humorous Prose Champs: Braxtton Songster2nd in Humorous Prose Honors (9th overall): Cyrus Frazier5th in Humorous Prose Honors (12th overall): El Gaedke4th in Informative Honors (10th overall): Makayla Dailey6th in Extemporaneous Champs: Sawyer Magnuson4th in Extemporaneous Honors (10th overall): Kaylee LundgreenNovice Duet Acting Champs: 4th Adison Hastings and Olivia ParshallClass A/B Team Sweepstakes:1st Gering High School2nd Gothenburg High School3rd North Platte High School&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Platte speech team results from NPHS meet this past weekend

North Platte, NEB. - The Annual Glow Big Red campaign is getting ready to kick off tomorrow for 24 hours beginning at 12:00pm central time and will end on February 15th at 12:00pm central. North 40 Chophouse in North Platte is supporting the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis during this year's campaign.&nbsp;

For those interested in donating during Glow Big Red for the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture, folks who donate $500 will receive a $50 gift card to North 40 Chophouse and those who donated $1,000 will receive a $200 gift card to North 40 Chophouse. If you would like to donate,<a href="https://glowbigred.unl.edu/organizations/ncta?fbclid=IwAR1mhk0U7_xtV-iIV2wZwyue7kXTG3kbQQYjuGj2J3K-vEiaNPIUnzqueC8" target="_blank"> click here.</a>&nbsp;

The Glow Big Red campaign is a 24-hour day of giving to any of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campuses and includes the Curtis campus. The money raised can be used for scholarships, student organizations, and so much more. If you would like to learn more about the Glow Big Red campaign, <a href="https://glowbigred.unl.edu/" target="_blank">click here.</a>&nbsp;

North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, NEB. - The Annual Glow Big Red campaign is getting ready to kick off tomorrow for 24 hours beginning at 12:00pm central time and will end on February 15th at 12:00pm central. North 40 Chophouse in North Platte is supporting the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis during this year's campaign.&nbsp;For those interested in donating during Glow Big Red for the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture, folks who donate $500 will receive a $50 gift card to North 40 Chophouse and those who donated $1,000 will receive a $200 gift card to North 40 Chophouse. If you would like to donate,<a href="https://glowbigred.unl.edu/organizations/ncta?fbclid=IwAR1mhk0U7_xtV-iIV2wZwyue7kXTG3kbQQYjuGj2J3K-vEiaNPIUnzqueC8" target="_blank"> click here.</a>&nbsp;The Glow Big Red campaign is a 24-hour day of giving to any of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campuses and includes the Curtis campus. The money raised can be used for scholarships, student organizations, and so much more. If you would like to learn more about the Glow Big Red campaign, <a href="https://glowbigred.unl.edu/" target="_blank">click here.</a>&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fnorth40northplatte%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0UpLcF9tPt7qyG84XXWZSsh4dtJpayaykChQEGPU5pYBvNhyHMpYeUhTwuPZ9NQyfl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="821" 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 40 Chophouse supporting Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture during Glow Big Red campaign

Lincoln, NE–February 12, 2024–Lucas Swarthout of North Platte is the seventh winner of a 2023 Ford F-150 XLT 4x4 SuperCrew Flex Fuel truck in the 28th edition of the Nebraska Lottery’s $2 Truck$ &amp; Buck$ Scratch game.

Swarthout purchased his winning Truck$ &amp; Buck$ ticket at Kwik Stop #01 at 120 South Jeffers St. in North Platte. He was presented with his new truck at Kwik Stop on Monday, February 12 by Nebraska Lottery officials.

Back in early fall of 2023, Swarthout bought himself a Truck$ &amp; Buck$ ticket, put it in his glove box and then promptly forgot about it. That’s where it stayed until February when he found it by coincidence.

“I was cleaning out my glove box,” Swarthout said. “I was looking for a VIN number on my other vehicle and found the ticket in there unscratched.”

The ticket had been in there for months, he said, and Truck$ &amp; Buck$ isn’t a game he plays very often. He just had an inkling and went for it.

Swarthout said he originally wasn’t too sure if he’d be keeping the new truck until he found out that the taxes and registration are taken care of by the Nebraska Lottery.

“That just makes it better,” he said. “When you find out there’s no financial strings attached to it.”

The 28th edition of the Nebraska Lottery’s popular $2 Truck$ &amp; Buck$ Scratch game features the 2023 Ford F-150 XLT 4x4 SuperCrew Flex Fuel truck as its top prize. Players have the opportunity to win one of eight Ford F-150 trucks as well as cash and Ethanol-enriched fuel prizes. The truck prize is valued at $81,000, which includes $1,160 for costs associated with ownership and state and federal withholding paid by the Nebraska Lottery of $4,050 and $19,400, respectively. The odds of winning the top prize in Truck$ &amp; Buck$ are 1 in 336,000, while the overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 3.69.

The mission of the Nebraska Lottery is to generate proceeds for good causes while providing quality entertainment options to Nebraskans. Over $965 million has been raised for the Nebraska Lottery’s beneficiary funds since the Lottery began in 1993. All 93 counties in Nebraska have benefited from projects funded with these Nebraska Lottery proceeds.

Neil WatsonNebraska LotteryLincoln, NE–February 12, 2024–Lucas Swarthout of North Platte is the seventh winner of a 2023 Ford F-150 XLT 4x4 SuperCrew Flex Fuel truck in the 28th edition of the Nebraska Lottery’s $2 Truck$ &amp; Buck$ Scratch game.Swarthout purchased his winning Truck$ &amp; Buck$ ticket at Kwik Stop #01 at 120 South Jeffers St. in North Platte. He was presented with his new truck at Kwik Stop on Monday, February 12 by Nebraska Lottery officials.Back in early fall of 2023, Swarthout bought himself a Truck$ &amp; Buck$ ticket, put it in his glove box and then promptly forgot about it. That’s where it stayed until February when he found it by coincidence.“I was cleaning out my glove box,” Swarthout said. “I was looking for a VIN number on my other vehicle and found the ticket in there unscratched.”The ticket had been in there for months, he said, and Truck$ &amp; Buck$ isn’t a game he plays very often. He just had an inkling and went for it.Swarthout said he originally wasn’t too sure if he’d be keeping the new truck until he found out that the taxes and registration are taken care of by the Nebraska Lottery.“That just makes it better,” he said. “When you find out there’s no financial strings attached to it.”The 28th edition of the Nebraska Lottery’s popular $2 Truck$ &amp; Buck$ Scratch game features the 2023 Ford F-150 XLT 4x4 SuperCrew Flex Fuel truck as its top prize. Players have the opportunity to win one of eight Ford F-150 trucks as well as cash and Ethanol-enriched fuel prizes. The truck prize is valued at $81,000, which includes $1,160 for costs associated with ownership and state and federal withholding paid by the Nebraska Lottery of $4,050 and $19,400, respectively. The odds of winning the top prize in Truck$ &amp; Buck$ are 1 in 336,000, while the overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 3.69.The mission of the Nebraska Lottery is to generate proceeds for good causes while providing quality entertainment options to Nebraskans. Over $965 million has been raised for the Nebraska Lottery’s beneficiary funds since the Lottery began in 1993. All 93 counties in Nebraska have benefited from projects funded with these Nebraska Lottery proceeds.

North Platte Man Claims Seventh Truck$ & Buck$ Truck

The North Platte Police Department participated in the “Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk”, impaired driving campaign.&nbsp; Sixteen traffic contacts were generated in the twenty hour, grant funded enforcement period.&nbsp; 

Of the sixteen traffic contacts generated, three drivers were arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol.&nbsp; One person was apprehended on an active arrest warrant, and one person was arrested for Driving Under Suspension.&nbsp; The Police Department would like to thank the citizens of North Platte for all their efforts in making Super Bowl Sunday a safe event.

North Platte Police DepartmentThe North Platte Police Department participated in the “Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk”, impaired driving campaign.&nbsp; Sixteen traffic contacts were generated in the twenty hour, grant funded enforcement period.&nbsp; Of the sixteen traffic contacts generated, three drivers were arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol.&nbsp; One person was apprehended on an active arrest warrant, and one person was arrested for Driving Under Suspension.&nbsp; The Police Department would like to thank the citizens of North Platte for all their efforts in making Super Bowl Sunday a safe event.

North Platte Police Department make sixteen traffic contacts during Super Bowl Sunday campaign

As teenagers enter the world of part-time jobs and financial independence, understanding basic tax principles becomes crucial. Here are some essential tax tips tailored specifically for teens navigating their first tax season.

Firstly, it's important for teens to understand their filing requirements. Generally, if a teenager earns more than a certain amount of income in a year (typically set by the IRS), they are required to file a tax return. Even if their income falls below this threshold, filing a return may still be beneficial to claim any refunds owed or to establish a record of income for future financial endeavors.

Secondly, teens should familiarize themselves with common tax deductions and credits they may be eligible for. For example, if they're saving for college, contributions to a qualifying education savings account may be tax-deductible. Additionally, teens working part-time jobs may be eligible to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) if they meet certain criteria. Understanding these deductions and credits can help teens maximize their tax savings and reduce their overall tax liability.

Lastly, it's essential for teens to keep accurate records of their income and expenses throughout the year. This includes keeping track of any income earned from part-time jobs, as well as receipts for any deductible expenses, such as work-related supplies or mileage. Organizing these records makes the tax filing process smoother and reduces the likelihood of errors or omissions on their tax return.

By following these tax tips, teens can navigate their first tax season with confidence and ensure they're fulfilling their tax obligations while maximizing their tax savings.

Call today and make a appointment at North Platte at 519 South Dewey or call 308-532-8685 or in Ogallala at 22 North Spruce. Tim and the team is ready to help you!

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 </figure>As teenagers enter the world of part-time jobs and financial independence, understanding basic tax principles becomes crucial. Here are some essential tax tips tailored specifically for teens navigating their first tax season.Firstly, it's important for teens to understand their filing requirements. Generally, if a teenager earns more than a certain amount of income in a year (typically set by the IRS), they are required to file a tax return. Even if their income falls below this threshold, filing a return may still be beneficial to claim any refunds owed or to establish a record of income for future financial endeavors.<figure>
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 </figure>Secondly, teens should familiarize themselves with common tax deductions and credits they may be eligible for. For example, if they're saving for college, contributions to a qualifying education savings account may be tax-deductible. Additionally, teens working part-time jobs may be eligible to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) if they meet certain criteria. Understanding these deductions and credits can help teens maximize their tax savings and reduce their overall tax liability.Lastly, it's essential for teens to keep accurate records of their income and expenses throughout the year. This includes keeping track of any income earned from part-time jobs, as well as receipts for any deductible expenses, such as work-related supplies or mileage. Organizing these records makes the tax filing process smoother and reduces the likelihood of errors or omissions on their tax return.By following these tax tips, teens can navigate their first tax season with confidence and ensure they're fulfilling their tax obligations while maximizing their tax savings.Call today and make a appointment at North Platte at 519 South Dewey or call 308-532-8685 or in Ogallala at 22 North Spruce. Tim and the team is ready to help you!

(Sponsored by H&R Block of North Platte & Ogallala) Tip #2 - Teens

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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.
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The Hot Sheets: February 13th, 2024

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707739136820.jpeg" alt="Aiden Estrada - Criminal Impersonation, Assault Public Safety Officer W/ Bodily Fluids, Criminal Mischief, Protection Order Violation" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707716598649.jpeg" alt="Kayla Trumbull - Possession Of Controlled Substance, Narcotic Equipment-Possession, Refusal To Submit Breath/Chem Test, Driving Under Influence Liquor, No Operators License" />
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 </figure>***Buffalo County JailNo New Arrests***<div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://northplattepost.com/category/arrests/" target="_blank">Click Here To See Past Hot Sheets</a></h2>

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The Hot Sheets: February 12th, 2024

Grant, Ne - The Perkins County Fair in Grant held there annual Winter Concert Saturday evening. The Randy Burghardt Band from Cheyenne, Wyoming played all night to a full audience on a snowy night. 

Just before the show started, Eagle's Derek Beck announced to the crowd that Cooper Alan who opened for the Eli Young Band last July will headline the July 20 show in Grant this summer. Opening for Alan will be Jerrod Niemann who had number 1 country songs with "Lover Lover" and "Drink to That All Night".&nbsp;

Tickets will go on sale at <a href="https://www.perkinscountyfairgrounds.com/">PerkinsCountyFairgrounds.com</a> on Friday morning at 8am. Early bird tickets will be $35.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Grant, Ne - The Perkins County Fair in Grant held there annual Winter Concert Saturday evening. The Randy Burghardt Band from Cheyenne, Wyoming played all night to a full audience on a snowy night. Just before the show started, Eagle's Derek Beck announced to the crowd that Cooper Alan who opened for the Eli Young Band last July will headline the July 20 show in Grant this summer. Opening for Alan will be Jerrod Niemann who had number 1 country songs with "Lover Lover" and "Drink to That All Night".&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FPerkinsCountyFair%2Fvideos%2F720584729962668%2F&show_text=false&width=476&t=0" width="476" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div>Tickets will go on sale at <a href="https://www.perkinscountyfairgrounds.com/">PerkinsCountyFairgrounds.com</a> on Friday morning at 8am. Early bird tickets will be $35.&nbsp;

Cooper Alan & Jerrod Niemann will headline Perkins County Fair in July

Justin Mckenzie Belsky, 32, North Platte and Tanis Annette Sack, 25, North Platte

Miguel Mejia Morales, 23, North Platte and Maria Pablo Xiquin, 19, North Platte

Justin Mckenzie Belsky, 32, North Platte and Tanis Annette Sack, 25, North PlatteMiguel Mejia Morales, 23, North Platte and Maria Pablo Xiquin, 19, North Platte

Marriage Licenses For Lincoln County (Week of February 5th)

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707653332885.jpeg" alt="Justin Carr - Assault - 3rd Degree Domestic, Assault By Strangulation Or Suffocation, Commit Child Abuse Negligently/No Injury, Intrude On Person W/O Consent - 1st Offense" />
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 </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>

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The Hot Sheets: February 11th, 2024

Post News Director Canon Rath caught up with Ashley Lewis to give us an update of what has been going on at the Connection Homeless Shelter and just give us an update of what went on during January. To learn more about what has been going on in the last month with the homeless shelter, check out the podcast below.

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;Post News Director Canon Rath caught up with Ashley Lewis to give us an update of what has been going on at the Connection Homeless Shelter and just give us an update of what went on during January. To learn more about what has been going on in the last month with the homeless shelter, check out the podcast below.<div><iframe title="(Audio) The Connection Homeless Shelter February Chat" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=kk62w-1575507-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>

(Audio) The Connection Homeless Shelter February Chat

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707543188768.jpeg" alt="Vanessa Morehouse - Probation Violation" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707543281875.jpeg" alt="Chantelle Benson - Drive During Revocation/Impound-1st" />
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The Hot Sheets: February 10th, 2024

Lincoln County Sheriff's Department

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 </figure>North Platte PostPost News Director Canon Rath caught up with Mid Plains United Way Executive Director Haven Smith and Brandy Jamerman, President of the Business and Professional Women. The trio talked about what is going on with Mid-Plains but also preview tonight's Wine and Brew Event that is taking place at Venue 304 in North Platte. The event does require a ticket to get in. Tickets must be purchased beforehand and online by <a href="https://www.northplattebpw.com/events-1/wine-brew">clicking here. </a>To learn more about what is going on with the Mid-Plains United Way but also more about tonight's Wine and Brew Event, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) - Mid-Plains United Way & Business and Professional Women" 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=2iwng-15754a6-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>