Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department

Many respiratory illnesses go around in the fall and winter in southwest Nebraska. Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) has seen a rise in cases of respiratory illness during the first two weeks of December. Influenza (flu) and RSV are just beginning to appear, and rates remain low for now; however, COVID-19 is widespread throughout the health district. SWNPHD has received reports of three deaths from COVID-19 in the last 6 months.&nbsp;

“Now that the weather is getting colder, we often find ourselves staying indoors more and keeping windows and doors closed tight to the elements,” explained Melissa Propp, Clinic Manager at SWNPHD. “Cold dry air, close contact with others indoors, and holiday events all help contribute to more people getting sick this time of year.”&nbsp;

Colds, flu, RSV, and COVID-19 can all have similar symptoms so it can be very challenging to know when it is serious or when to get medical care. For those more at risk of getting very sick, it is important to get tested so the right treatment can be given.&nbsp;

COLDS: Mild illness with symptoms usually starting 1 to 3 days after exposure. Symptoms include cough, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, watery eyes, and sneezing.&nbsp; Colds may last up to 10 days. Younger children are more likely to have colds, often 3 or more times per season. There is no vaccine or treatment that can combat a cold, though rest and over-the-counter medicines can help with symptoms.&nbsp;

INFLUENZA (flu): Mild to severe illness with symptoms usually starting 2 to 4 days after exposure. Symptoms come on suddenly and include fever (not everyone will experience a fever), chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, and fatigue (tiredness). Some people have stomach issues, though this is more common in children. Symptoms may last 5 to 7 days with a shorter time for people who got a flu shot.&nbsp; Flu shots are available every year and help decrease the severity of symptoms as well as how long it lasts. Influenza is treatable with antiviral medication if identified within 48 hours after symptoms start, so check with your medical provider.&nbsp;&nbsp;

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus): Mild to severe illness with symptoms usually starting 5 days after exposure. Symptoms of RSV in children are fever, runny nose, loss of appetite, coughing, sneezing, and wheezing. Symptoms in adults are low grade fever, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, sneezing and headache. Symptoms may last 2-8 days. Severe illness from RSV is more common in young children and older adults, with labored breathing, thick mucus, or whistling sounds while breathing. Seek medical care for any of these symptoms. Multiple RSV vaccines are now available for young children and seniors aged 60 and older, to prevent severe illness.&nbsp;

COVID-19: Mild to severe illness with symptoms usually starting 2 to 14 days after exposure. Symptoms may include fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. If you get COVID-19 and are at risk of getting very sick, treatments are available that can reduce your chances of needing to be hospitalized, so check with your medical provider or local pharmacy. COVID-19 vaccines are available that help decrease the severity of the symptoms as well as how long symptoms will last.&nbsp;

As with any illness, seek immediate medical attention if you or someone else is having trouble breathing, chest pain or pressure that is not going away, confusion, trouble waking up or staying awake, bluish lips or face, or an uncontrolled fever after taking fever reducing medication.&nbsp;&nbsp;

For more information contact Melissa Propp, Clinic Manager at 308-345-4223.  SWNPHD serves Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Keith, Perkins, and Red Willow counties. You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, You Tube, or view the website at swhealth.ne.gov which contains many resources and information to prevent disease, promote and protect health.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Southwest Nebraska Public Health DepartmentMany respiratory illnesses go around in the fall and winter in southwest Nebraska. Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) has seen a rise in cases of respiratory illness during the first two weeks of December. Influenza (flu) and RSV are just beginning to appear, and rates remain low for now; however, COVID-19 is widespread throughout the health district. SWNPHD has received reports of three deaths from COVID-19 in the last 6 months.&nbsp;“Now that the weather is getting colder, we often find ourselves staying indoors more and keeping windows and doors closed tight to the elements,” explained Melissa Propp, Clinic Manager at SWNPHD. “Cold dry air, close contact with others indoors, and holiday events all help contribute to more people getting sick this time of year.”&nbsp;Colds, flu, RSV, and COVID-19 can all have similar symptoms so it can be very challenging to know when it is serious or when to get medical care. For those more at risk of getting very sick, it is important to get tested so the right treatment can be given.&nbsp;COLDS: Mild illness with symptoms usually starting 1 to 3 days after exposure. Symptoms include cough, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, watery eyes, and sneezing.&nbsp; Colds may last up to 10 days. Younger children are more likely to have colds, often 3 or more times per season. There is no vaccine or treatment that can combat a cold, though rest and over-the-counter medicines can help with symptoms.&nbsp;INFLUENZA (flu): Mild to severe illness with symptoms usually starting 2 to 4 days after exposure. Symptoms come on suddenly and include fever (not everyone will experience a fever), chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, and fatigue (tiredness). Some people have stomach issues, though this is more common in children. Symptoms may last 5 to 7 days with a shorter time for people who got a flu shot.&nbsp; Flu shots are available every year and help decrease the severity of symptoms as well as how long it lasts. Influenza is treatable with antiviral medication if identified within 48 hours after symptoms start, so check with your medical provider.&nbsp;&nbsp;RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus): Mild to severe illness with symptoms usually starting 5 days after exposure. Symptoms of RSV in children are fever, runny nose, loss of appetite, coughing, sneezing, and wheezing. Symptoms in adults are low grade fever, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, sneezing and headache. Symptoms may last 2-8 days. Severe illness from RSV is more common in young children and older adults, with labored breathing, thick mucus, or whistling sounds while breathing. Seek medical care for any of these symptoms. Multiple RSV vaccines are now available for young children and seniors aged 60 and older, to prevent severe illness.&nbsp;COVID-19: Mild to severe illness with symptoms usually starting 2 to 14 days after exposure. Symptoms may include fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. If you get COVID-19 and are at risk of getting very sick, treatments are available that can reduce your chances of needing to be hospitalized, so check with your medical provider or local pharmacy. COVID-19 vaccines are available that help decrease the severity of the symptoms as well as how long symptoms will last.&nbsp;As with any illness, seek immediate medical attention if you or someone else is having trouble breathing, chest pain or pressure that is not going away, confusion, trouble waking up or staying awake, bluish lips or face, or an uncontrolled fever after taking fever reducing medication.&nbsp;&nbsp;For more information contact Melissa Propp, Clinic Manager at 308-345-4223. SWNPHD serves Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Keith, Perkins, and Red Willow counties. You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, You Tube, or view the website at swhealth.ne.gov which contains many resources and information to prevent disease, promote and protect health.&nbsp;&nbsp;

 Respiratory Illness: What are the Symptoms? 

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The Hot Sheets: January 2nd, 2025

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The Hot Sheets: January 1st, 2025

<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/12/31/christmas-miracle-saves-small-town-nebraska-newspapers/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

LINCOLN — Rod Worrell calls it a “Christmas miracle,” but just hours before he was ready to print the final edition of the Ainsworth Star-Journal on Dec. 25, a new owner emerged.

Now both the Star-Journal and the Valentine Midland News, two weekly papers that Worrell and his wife Kathy had owned for more than 40 years, will not close.

“I wasn’t holding out much hope,” Worrell said.

Potential owners in Ainsworth, he said, were having trouble finding someone to staff the paper — workforce is a major issue in many sectors across Nebraska, including in Ainsworth, a ranching community 140 miles west of Norfolk.

Graig Kinzie, the owner of the local radio station in Ainsworth, said he’d been trying to put together a group to buy the paper for two to three months, but each group couldn’t come up with someone to run the operation.

Kinzie said he’d even told Worrell, a long-time golfing buddy, “Sorry,” his efforts had failed.

But then the owners of an Ainsworth car dealership, Clint and Katie Painter stepped forward to tell Kinzie their daughter, Erin, wanted to move back to her hometown and was willing to manage the paper.

The Worrells now plan to work for a couple of months to help the new owners — the Painters, Graig and Stephanie Kinzie, and Kirk and Chelsea Peterson — get acclimated.

“I’m really excited,” Rod Worrell said. “I wasn’t looking forward to being the one to shut down a newspaper that’s been around in one form or another for 142 years.”

The same goes for Valentine, a north-central Nebraska community where Dana Anderson, a longtime employee of the Midland News, and her husband, Ken, have purchased the printing side of the business, Midland Printing, as first&nbsp;<a href="https://central.newschannelnebraska.com/story/52062856/valentine-couple-buys-midland-printing" target="_blank">reported by News Channel Nebraska</a>. A separate local group is taking over the newspaper.

In Ainsworth, Kinzie, who has owned KBRB for 15 years, said that he hated to see the newspaper close, even though it competed with his radio station for advertising.

“You hate to see a pillar of your community close,” he said. “From a community standpoint it’s not something we wanted to see go away.”

“It actually all worked out at the very, very last minute,” Kinzie said.

He added that his advertising representatives and accounting personnel can handle a lot of what needs to be done at the newspaper, and he already covers a lot of local meetings and ballgames, which also will be an asset.

The saving of the Ainsworth and Valentine papers comes when community papers have been hit with a loss of advertising to social media, higher production costs, a decline in mailing service and challenges in hiring staff.

Last year, an average of about 2.5 newspapers closed each week nationally, according to the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. More than 211 American counties now have no newspapers, creating so-called “news deserts.”

Correction: This article has been revised to reflect the new ownership of the Valentine printing business and separate new local ownership of the newspaper. A previous version combined them.

Paul Hammel<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/12/31/christmas-miracle-saves-small-town-nebraska-newspapers/">Nebraska Examiner</a>LINCOLN — Rod Worrell calls it a “Christmas miracle,” but just hours before he was ready to print the final edition of the Ainsworth Star-Journal on Dec. 25, a new owner emerged.Now both the Star-Journal and the Valentine Midland News, two weekly papers that Worrell and his wife Kathy had owned for more than 40 years, will not close.“I wasn’t holding out much hope,” Worrell said.Potential owners in Ainsworth, he said, were having trouble finding someone to staff the paper — workforce is a major issue in many sectors across Nebraska, including in Ainsworth, a ranching community 140 miles west of Norfolk.Graig Kinzie, the owner of the local radio station in Ainsworth, said he’d been trying to put together a group to buy the paper for two to three months, but each group couldn’t come up with someone to run the operation.Kinzie said he’d even told Worrell, a long-time golfing buddy, “Sorry,” his efforts had failed.But then the owners of an Ainsworth car dealership, Clint and Katie Painter stepped forward to tell Kinzie their daughter, Erin, wanted to move back to her hometown and was willing to manage the paper.The Worrells now plan to work for a couple of months to help the new owners — the Painters, Graig and Stephanie Kinzie, and Kirk and Chelsea Peterson — get acclimated.“I’m really excited,” Rod Worrell said. “I wasn’t looking forward to being the one to shut down a newspaper that’s been around in one form or another for 142 years.”The same goes for Valentine, a north-central Nebraska community where Dana Anderson, a longtime employee of the Midland News, and her husband, Ken, have purchased the printing side of the business, Midland Printing, as first&nbsp;<a href="https://central.newschannelnebraska.com/story/52062856/valentine-couple-buys-midland-printing" target="_blank">reported by News Channel Nebraska</a>. A separate local group is taking over the newspaper.In Ainsworth, Kinzie, who has owned KBRB for 15 years, said that he hated to see the newspaper close, even though it competed with his radio station for advertising.“You hate to see a pillar of your community close,” he said. “From a community standpoint it’s not something we wanted to see go away.”“It actually all worked out at the very, very last minute,” Kinzie said.He added that his advertising representatives and accounting personnel can handle a lot of what needs to be done at the newspaper, and he already covers a lot of local meetings and ballgames, which also will be an asset.The saving of the Ainsworth and Valentine papers comes when community papers have been hit with a loss of advertising to social media, higher production costs, a decline in mailing service and challenges in hiring staff.Last year, an average of about 2.5 newspapers closed each week nationally, according to the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. More than 211 American counties now have no newspapers, creating so-called “news deserts.”Correction: This article has been revised to reflect the new ownership of the Valentine printing business and separate new local ownership of the newspaper. A previous version combined them.

‘Christmas miracle’ saves small-town Nebraska newspapers

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The Hot Sheets: December 31st, 2024

<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/12/28/effort-revived-to-preserve-access-to-iconic-rapids-on-scenic-niobrara-river/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

LINCOLN — An on-again, off-again effort to ensure public access to the Niobrara River is back on again.

The scenic stretch of the Niobrara River – designated a year ago as a global “quiet trail” – was also a place of peace, according to some elders with the Rosebud Sioux Tribe.

As part of an oral history project to document the history of the river, the National Park Service is in the process of interviewing several elders of the tribe, which historically occupied that area of north-central Nebraska and is now headquartered in Rosebud, South Dakota.

Four elders already interviewed have described the area around the Niobrara River, east of Valentine, as a “place of peace” recognized by several tribes, where warriors laid down their arms and where Sioux and Pawnee – traditional enemies – could camp in peace on either side of the river.

Susan Cook, superintendent of the Niobrara National Scenic River office, said that four more Rosebud elders will be interviewed in coming months with hopes of producing a video of their oral histories for showing at the Valentine visitors center.

A year ago, the Indiana-based Quiet Parks International designed the 76-mile-long Niobrara National Scenic River corridor as North America’s first “Quiet Trail” due to the lack of man-made noise.

If the purchase of the Rocky Ford rapids area happens this time – it was&nbsp;<a href="https://omaha.com/news/state_and_regional/future-of-rocky-ford-still-up-in-the-air-as-council-studies-cost-of-buying/article_850c6fa1-7966-59e0-86be-9abb2317ca6e.html" target="_blank">blocked more than once</a>&nbsp;a decade ago – it would maintain the public use of an important take-out point for those floating and kayaking the nationally designated scenic river.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A National Park Service representative and the private owner of the Rocky Ford rapids separately confirmed that discussions are underway to have the federal agency purchase the 26-acre site around the rapids, which is the ending point for many float trips down the Niobrara and a popular spot for camping and picnicking in north-central Nebraska.

About 75,000 people each year visit the 76-mile-long, federally designated scenic stretch of the Niobrara River, making it one of the state’s most popular tourist attractions. Because Rocky Ford is in private hands, there’s always a worry that public access to the scenic spot will be shut off, or that access fees will become too expensive.

“There is no better deck in the state of Nebraska,” said Rocky Ford owner Brad Arrowsmith of the view from a cabin on the property.

“That place is therapeutic,” he said.

Arrowsmith, a rancher from Mills, purchased Rocky Ford eight years ago after a canoe outfitter’s effort to sell the property to the Park Service, and later to the Niobrara Scenic River Council, both fell through.&nbsp;

Members of the state’s congressional delegation, as well as local ranchers and representatives on the Niobrara Council, were among those who opposed federal ownership of the property.

In 2018, Arrowsmith said he purchased the rapids to retain local control and to avoid a new private owner from shutting off access to Rocky Ford. The river there has one of the state’s few Class III rapids – rapids with high waves and rocks that require an experienced paddler.

But when the $2.5 million sale to the Niobrara Council fell through, Arrowsmith retained ownership and a canoe outfitting business continued. He eventually took over the business.

But the semi-retired rancher, 58, said he’s more interested now in enjoying the “retired” side of his life and ditching the “semi” portion.

“I never bought it to get into the outfitting business in the first place,” Arrowsmith said. “My hair’s a little whiter than yours. I’m tired.”

So talks began a few months ago to sell the property to the Park Service.

Susan Cook, superintendent of the Niobrara National Scenic River office in Valentine, confirmed that she’s discussed a purchase with Arrowsmith.

“We’re just starting to look at it,” Cook said.

She declined to say whether the Park Service had money allocated for the purchase – as it did a decade ago – or where the money to purchase the site could come from.

Arrowsmith said that he’d also offered, again about a year ago, to sell Rocky Ford to the Niobrara Council, but was again rebuffed.

He said he’s also been approached by a private party to purchase the site and continue the outfitting business.

“At the end of the day I’d love to keep it in local hands … but I’m not sure they can come up with the change to do it,” he said.

Just how quickly, or how long, a purchase might take is unclear. Arrowsmith said he has made improvements to the property that make Rocky Ford more attractive for a buyer.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“It’s not the old ratty wood walkway up to the office,” he said, adding that he also replaced a “monstrosity of a retaining wall” on the land.

Paul Hammel<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/12/28/effort-revived-to-preserve-access-to-iconic-rapids-on-scenic-niobrara-river/">Nebraska Examiner</a>LINCOLN — An on-again, off-again effort to ensure public access to the Niobrara River is back on again.The scenic stretch of the Niobrara River – designated a year ago as a global “quiet trail” – was also a place of peace, according to some elders with the Rosebud Sioux Tribe.As part of an oral history project to document the history of the river, the National Park Service is in the process of interviewing several elders of the tribe, which historically occupied that area of north-central Nebraska and is now headquartered in Rosebud, South Dakota.Four elders already interviewed have described the area around the Niobrara River, east of Valentine, as a “place of peace” recognized by several tribes, where warriors laid down their arms and where Sioux and Pawnee – traditional enemies – could camp in peace on either side of the river.Susan Cook, superintendent of the Niobrara National Scenic River office, said that four more Rosebud elders will be interviewed in coming months with hopes of producing a video of their oral histories for showing at the Valentine visitors center.A year ago, the Indiana-based Quiet Parks International designed the 76-mile-long Niobrara National Scenic River corridor as North America’s first “Quiet Trail” due to the lack of man-made noise.If the purchase of the Rocky Ford rapids area happens this time – it was&nbsp;<a href="https://omaha.com/news/state_and_regional/future-of-rocky-ford-still-up-in-the-air-as-council-studies-cost-of-buying/article_850c6fa1-7966-59e0-86be-9abb2317ca6e.html" target="_blank">blocked more than once</a>&nbsp;a decade ago – it would maintain the public use of an important take-out point for those floating and kayaking the nationally designated scenic river.&nbsp;&nbsp;A National Park Service representative and the private owner of the Rocky Ford rapids separately confirmed that discussions are underway to have the federal agency purchase the 26-acre site around the rapids, which is the ending point for many float trips down the Niobrara and a popular spot for camping and picnicking in north-central Nebraska.About 75,000 people each year visit the 76-mile-long, federally designated scenic stretch of the Niobrara River, making it one of the state’s most popular tourist attractions. Because Rocky Ford is in private hands, there’s always a worry that public access to the scenic spot will be shut off, or that access fees will become too expensive.“There is no better deck in the state of Nebraska,” said Rocky Ford owner Brad Arrowsmith of the view from a cabin on the property.“That place is therapeutic,” he said.Arrowsmith, a rancher from Mills, purchased Rocky Ford eight years ago after a canoe outfitter’s effort to sell the property to the Park Service, and later to the Niobrara Scenic River Council, both fell through.&nbsp;Members of the state’s congressional delegation, as well as local ranchers and representatives on the Niobrara Council, were among those who opposed federal ownership of the property.In 2018, Arrowsmith said he purchased the rapids to retain local control and to avoid a new private owner from shutting off access to Rocky Ford. The river there has one of the state’s few Class III rapids – rapids with high waves and rocks that require an experienced paddler.But when the $2.5 million sale to the Niobrara Council fell through, Arrowsmith retained ownership and a canoe outfitting business continued. He eventually took over the business.But the semi-retired rancher, 58, said he’s more interested now in enjoying the “retired” side of his life and ditching the “semi” portion.“I never bought it to get into the outfitting business in the first place,” Arrowsmith said. “My hair’s a little whiter than yours. I’m tired.”So talks began a few months ago to sell the property to the Park Service.Susan Cook, superintendent of the Niobrara National Scenic River office in Valentine, confirmed that she’s discussed a purchase with Arrowsmith.“We’re just starting to look at it,” Cook said.She declined to say whether the Park Service had money allocated for the purchase – as it did a decade ago – or where the money to purchase the site could come from.Arrowsmith said that he’d also offered, again about a year ago, to sell Rocky Ford to the Niobrara Council, but was again rebuffed.He said he’s also been approached by a private party to purchase the site and continue the outfitting business.“At the end of the day I’d love to keep it in local hands … but I’m not sure they can come up with the change to do it,” he said.Just how quickly, or how long, a purchase might take is unclear. Arrowsmith said he has made improvements to the property that make Rocky Ford more attractive for a buyer.&nbsp;&nbsp;“It’s not the old ratty wood walkway up to the office,” he said, adding that he also replaced a “monstrosity of a retaining wall” on the land.

Effort Revived to Preserve Access to Iconic Rapids on Scenic Niobrara River

North Platte, Neb. - The city of North Platte sanitation department will be observing the New Year’s Day holiday on Wednesday, January 1. There will not be any refuse collection that day.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Please have your carts in place two days ahead of your normal pick-up day to avoid being missed.&nbsp;&nbsp;

All garbage needs to be in the city issued containers and the lids must be closed. No bags or trash on the ground.&nbsp;

The transfer station will be closed Wednesday, January 1. It will reopen on Thursday, January 2 with regular hours of 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.&nbsp;

Follow the City of North Platte Public Service Department on Facebook.

City of North Platte PSANorth Platte, Neb. - The city of North Platte sanitation department will be observing the New Year’s Day holiday on Wednesday, January 1. There will not be any refuse collection that day.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please have your carts in place two days ahead of your normal pick-up day to avoid being missed.&nbsp;&nbsp;All garbage needs to be in the city issued containers and the lids must be closed. No bags or trash on the ground.&nbsp;The transfer station will be closed Wednesday, January 1. It will reopen on Thursday, January 2 with regular hours of 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.&nbsp;Follow the City of North Platte Public Service Department on Facebook.

City of North Platte Sanitation Department closed during New Year's Day

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The Hot Sheets: December 30th, 2024

Christopher Ryan Bahnsen, 24, North Platte and Taarna Val’Kyrie-Arien Gray

Christopher Ryan Bahnsen, 24, North Platte and Taarna Val’Kyrie-Arien Gray

Marriage License For Lincoln County (Week of December 23rd)

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The Hot Sheets: December 29th, 2024

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The Hot Sheets: December 28th, 2024

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The Hot Sheets: December 27th, 2024

North Platte, Neb. -&nbsp;The North Platte Chamber and Development hosted Shop North Platte this year to encourage folks to shop locally for the holiday season. While the $5000 grand prize has been claimed, check your tickets because you may have won a second chance prize from this year holiday program. &nbsp;

If you have a ticket number that matches one of the prizes, head over to the chamber office with your ticket to claim your prize. Winners have until January 23rd to claim their prize.

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 </figure>North Platte, Neb. -&nbsp;The North Platte Chamber and Development hosted Shop North Platte this year to encourage folks to shop locally for the holiday season. While the $5000 grand prize has been claimed, check your tickets because you may have won a second chance prize from this year holiday program. &nbsp;If you have a ticket number that matches one of the prizes, head over to the chamber office with your ticket to claim your prize. Winners have until January 23rd to claim their prize.

ICYMI: Shop North Platte second chance prizes winners announced

Active-duty military personnel stationed in Nebraska can now buy a vehicle park entry permit for $5 and gain access to more than 76 state parks year-round.

The annual active-duty military vehicle park permit is valid Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 in a given year.

People wanting to buy the permit must show:

Permits must be purchased in-person at one of the following locations:

Offutt Airforce Base:&nbsp;Outdoor Recreation

Nebraska Game and Parks’ offices and service centers:&nbsp;Alliance District Office, Bassett Service Center, Kearney Service Center, Lincoln Headquarters, Norfolk District Office, North Platte District Office, and Omaha Service Center

Select state parks:&nbsp;Calamus State Recreation Area, Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, Fort Atkinson State Historical Park, Fort Robinson SP, Fremont Lakes SRA, Indian Cave State Park, Lake McConaughy SRA, Lewis and Clark SRA, Louisville SRA, Mormon Island SRA, Niobrara SP, Platte River State Park, Ponca SP, Two Rivers SRA, and Wildcat Hills Nature Center.

Active-duty military members may only buy two permits per year, but replacements are free if all or more than half of the permit is returned to the designated offices. Replacements correspond to the same year the original was issued.

Learn more about permits available to military members at&nbsp;<a href="https://outdoornebraska.gov/permits/veterans-and-military-permits/">OutdoorNebraska.gov</a>; search for “military permits.”

Shawna Richter-RyersonNebraska Game and ParksActive-duty military personnel stationed in Nebraska can now buy a vehicle park entry permit for $5 and gain access to more than 76 state parks year-round.The annual active-duty military vehicle park permit is valid Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 in a given year.People wanting to buy the permit must show:<ul>
 <li>A military identification card denoting active-duty status.</li><li>Proof of being stationed at a military base in Nebraska.</li>
 </ul>Permits must be purchased in-person at one of the following locations:Offutt Airforce Base:&nbsp;Outdoor RecreationNebraska Game and Parks’ offices and service centers:&nbsp;Alliance District Office, Bassett Service Center, Kearney Service Center, Lincoln Headquarters, Norfolk District Office, North Platte District Office, and Omaha Service CenterSelect state parks:&nbsp;Calamus State Recreation Area, Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, Fort Atkinson State Historical Park, Fort Robinson SP, Fremont Lakes SRA, Indian Cave State Park, Lake McConaughy SRA, Lewis and Clark SRA, Louisville SRA, Mormon Island SRA, Niobrara SP, Platte River State Park, Ponca SP, Two Rivers SRA, and Wildcat Hills Nature Center.Active-duty military members may only buy two permits per year, but replacements are free if all or more than half of the permit is returned to the designated offices. Replacements correspond to the same year the original was issued.Learn more about permits available to military members at&nbsp;<a href="https://outdoornebraska.gov/permits/veterans-and-military-permits/">OutdoorNebraska.gov</a>; search for “military permits.”

$5 park entry permit for active-duty military now available

The National Weather Service, North Platte office has issued for portions of central, north central and southwest Nebraska is in dense fog advisory until noon CT/11am MT today. Travelers driving in the fog can experience visibility one quarter to one half mile in dense fog.

The NWS says that low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.&nbsp;

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 </figure>The National Weather Service, North Platte office has issued for portions of central, north central and southwest Nebraska is in dense fog advisory until noon CT/11am MT today. Travelers driving in the fog can experience visibility one quarter to one half mile in dense fog.The NWS says that low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.&nbsp;

Dense Fog Advisory in effect until 11:00am today

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The Hot Sheets: December 26th, 2024

&nbsp;(Ogallala, Neb.)&nbsp;&nbsp;— Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested two people following two pursuits in western Nebraska.

Sunday, at approximately 12:40 a.m. MT, troopers were notified that the Ogallala Police Department was in pursuit of a Toyota sedan westbound on Highway 30. A trooper joined the pursuit as the vehicle exited Ogallala westbound. The vehicle continued westbound with speeds over 130 miles per hour until it reached Big Springs. The vehicle then turned south on Highway 138 and then began fleeing eastbound on Interstate 80.

As the pursuit continued eastbound, a Keith County deputy was able to deploy stop sticks to slow the vehicle, but the driver continued fleeing. The vehicle eventually exited I-80 at mile marker 133 and drove off the road, coming to a stop in the ditch. The driver then fled on foot but was quickly apprehended.

The driver, Christoper Mitchell, 26, of Sarasota, Florida, was arrested for flight to avoid arrest, willful reckless driving, obstructing a peace officer, resisting arrest, criminal mischief, and traffic violations. Mitchell was lodged in Keith County Jail. The Ogallala Police Department is the investigating agency.

Monday, at approximately 2:00 p.m. CT, a trooper observed a Ford Edge driving westbound at over 100 miles per hour on Highway 2 near Dunning. The trooper attempted a traffic stop, but the driver refused to yield and accelerated. The trooper initiated a pursuit.

As the vehicle approached Thedford, another trooper successfully deployed stop sticks to slow the vehicle. The driver then pulled over and came to a stop. Troopers took the driver into custody without further incident.

The driver, Jeffrey Zitek, 58, of Grand Island, was arrested for willful reckless driving, flight to avoid arrest, and traffic violations. He was lodged in Custer County Jail.

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 </figure>Cody Thomas&nbsp;(Ogallala, Neb.)&nbsp;&nbsp;— Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested two people following two pursuits in western Nebraska.Sunday, at approximately 12:40 a.m. MT, troopers were notified that the Ogallala Police Department was in pursuit of a Toyota sedan westbound on Highway 30. A trooper joined the pursuit as the vehicle exited Ogallala westbound. The vehicle continued westbound with speeds over 130 miles per hour until it reached Big Springs. The vehicle then turned south on Highway 138 and then began fleeing eastbound on Interstate 80.As the pursuit continued eastbound, a Keith County deputy was able to deploy stop sticks to slow the vehicle, but the driver continued fleeing. The vehicle eventually exited I-80 at mile marker 133 and drove off the road, coming to a stop in the ditch. The driver then fled on foot but was quickly apprehended.The driver, Christoper Mitchell, 26, of Sarasota, Florida, was arrested for flight to avoid arrest, willful reckless driving, obstructing a peace officer, resisting arrest, criminal mischief, and traffic violations. Mitchell was lodged in Keith County Jail. The Ogallala Police Department is the investigating agency.Monday, at approximately 2:00 p.m. CT, a trooper observed a Ford Edge driving westbound at over 100 miles per hour on Highway 2 near Dunning. The trooper attempted a traffic stop, but the driver refused to yield and accelerated. The trooper initiated a pursuit.As the vehicle approached Thedford, another trooper successfully deployed stop sticks to slow the vehicle. The driver then pulled over and came to a stop. Troopers took the driver into custody without further incident.The driver, Jeffrey Zitek, 58, of Grand Island, was arrested for willful reckless driving, flight to avoid arrest, and traffic violations. He was lodged in Custer County Jail.

Two Arrested in Separate Pursuits in Western Nebraska

North Platte Police Department Press Release

North Platte, Neb. -&nbsp;On 12/23/24, reports were received from three different citizens concerning the driving behavior of a motorcyclist.&nbsp; The behavior reported was described as reckless with the driver traveling at high rates of speed, disregarding traffic signs and swerving in and out of traffic.&nbsp; 

At 5:07 P.M. NPPD officers observed the motorcycle near E and Dewey traveling north at a high rate of speed.&nbsp; Officers attempted to stop the motorcycle, but the driver refused to comply.&nbsp; The motorcycle continued Northbound on Dewey, running through several stop signs on Dewey.&nbsp; The pursuit was discontinued for safety reasons.&nbsp; The City of North Platte automatic license plate readers were utilized during the investigation, along with Nebraska State Patrol fixed wing aircraft.&nbsp; The offending vehicle and the vehicle owner were identified.&nbsp; 

On 12-24-24 at around 8:30 A.M. contact was made with Jackson Rodriguez, age 20, of North Platte.&nbsp; Jackson Rodriguez was arrested and charged with Driving Under Suspension- a Class II Misdemeanor, Willful Reckless Driving - a Class III Misdemeanor, Flight to Avoid Arrest - a Class IV Felony and several other traffic infractions.&nbsp; Rodriguez was jailed and his motorcycle was impounded.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Police Department Press ReleaseNorth Platte, Neb. -&nbsp;On 12/23/24, reports were received from three different citizens concerning the driving behavior of a motorcyclist.&nbsp; The behavior reported was described as reckless with the driver traveling at high rates of speed, disregarding traffic signs and swerving in and out of traffic.&nbsp; At 5:07 P.M. NPPD officers observed the motorcycle near E and Dewey traveling north at a high rate of speed.&nbsp; Officers attempted to stop the motorcycle, but the driver refused to comply.&nbsp; The motorcycle continued Northbound on Dewey, running through several stop signs on Dewey.&nbsp; The pursuit was discontinued for safety reasons.&nbsp; The City of North Platte automatic license plate readers were utilized during the investigation, along with Nebraska State Patrol fixed wing aircraft.&nbsp; The offending vehicle and the vehicle owner were identified.&nbsp; On 12-24-24 at around 8:30 A.M. contact was made with Jackson Rodriguez, age 20, of North Platte.&nbsp; Jackson Rodriguez was arrested and charged with Driving Under Suspension- a Class II Misdemeanor, Willful Reckless Driving - a Class III Misdemeanor, Flight to Avoid Arrest - a Class IV Felony and several other traffic infractions.&nbsp; Rodriguez was jailed and his motorcycle was impounded.&nbsp;

Motorcyclist Arrested in North Platte After Fleeing from Police 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735136101033.jpeg" alt="Joshua Bassett - Possession Of Controlled Substance, Narcotic Equipment-Possession, Possession Of A Firearm During a Drug VI" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735136122794.jpeg" alt="Meskerem Stucki - Aggravated DV Assault-2nd/Bodily Injury/Dangerous Instrument,&nbsp; DV Assault-3rd/Cause Bodily Injury" />
 <figcaption>Meskerem Stucki - Aggravated DV Assault-2nd/Bodily Injury/Dangerous Instrument,&nbsp; DV Assault-3rd/Cause Bodily Injury</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.</div>

The Hot Sheets: December 25th, 2024

North Platte, Neb. -&nbsp;On 12/23/24 at around 11:21 A.M. North Platte Police Department officers were dispatched to the 300 block of North Jeffers on the report of an accident involving a pedestrian.&nbsp; Investigation showed that a pedestrian on the East side of the street, to the North of the crosswalk, attempted to cross Jeffers Street in a westerly direction.&nbsp; A semi-truck and trailer were in the right-hand lane.&nbsp; 

The driver of the semi-truck swerved to avoid the collision.&nbsp; The pedestrian impacted the right side of the semi-truck and was spun around.&nbsp; One of the pedestrian’s legs was run over by the semi-truck.&nbsp; The pedestrian was transported to Great Plains Health by the North Platte Fire Department.&nbsp; No names are being released as this is an on-going investigation.

North Platte Police Department Press ReleaseNorth Platte, Neb. -&nbsp;On 12/23/24 at around 11:21 A.M. North Platte Police Department officers were dispatched to the 300 block of North Jeffers on the report of an accident involving a pedestrian.&nbsp; Investigation showed that a pedestrian on the East side of the street, to the North of the crosswalk, attempted to cross Jeffers Street in a westerly direction.&nbsp; A semi-truck and trailer were in the right-hand lane.&nbsp; The driver of the semi-truck swerved to avoid the collision.&nbsp; The pedestrian impacted the right side of the semi-truck and was spun around.&nbsp; One of the pedestrian’s legs was run over by the semi-truck.&nbsp; The pedestrian was transported to Great Plains Health by the North Platte Fire Department.&nbsp; No names are being released as this is an on-going investigation.

One Injured After Being Hit by a Semi-Truck in North Platte

Big Springs, Neb. -&nbsp;At approximately 03:00 am on December 22, 2024, someone broke into the Big Springs Saloon located in Big Springs, Ne. 

The suspect stole a large sum of money. If you know, hear, or saw something please contact the Deuel County Sheriff's Office 308 874-3305.

Big Springs, Neb. -&nbsp;At approximately 03:00 am on December 22, 2024, someone broke into the Big Springs Saloon located in Big Springs, Ne. The suspect stole a large sum of money. If you know, hear, or saw something please contact the Deuel County Sheriff's Office 308 874-3305.

Deuel County Sheriff's Office seeking public assistance in recent break in at the Big Springs Saloon

North Platte, Neb. - The North Platte Police Department has implemented a body-worn camera (BWC) program.&nbsp; In July 2024, the North Platte Police Department applied for, and later received, grant funding for the development of a BWC program.&nbsp; Agencies with body-worn camera programs report improved officer safety, increased evidence quality, a reduction in civilian complaints and reduced agency liability. &nbsp;

 Body-worn cameras promote transparency by providing an objective record of police-civilian interactions.&nbsp; A BWC policy was adopted, and officers have been trained in the use of the GETAC body-worn cameras.&nbsp; A grant award of $60,590 was received from the Bureau of Justice Assistance to assist with the implementation of the program.

North Platte PoliceNorth Platte, Neb. - The North Platte Police Department has implemented a body-worn camera (BWC) program.&nbsp; In July 2024, the North Platte Police Department applied for, and later received, grant funding for the development of a BWC program.&nbsp; Agencies with body-worn camera programs report improved officer safety, increased evidence quality, a reduction in civilian complaints and reduced agency liability. &nbsp; Body-worn cameras promote transparency by providing an objective record of police-civilian interactions.&nbsp; A BWC policy was adopted, and officers have been trained in the use of the GETAC body-worn cameras.&nbsp; A grant award of $60,590 was received from the Bureau of Justice Assistance to assist with the implementation of the program.

North Platte Police adds new body-worn camera program

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735045080741.jpeg" alt="Jeremy Long - Resisting Arrest-2nd/Subsequent Offense, Possession Controlled Substance, Possess K2 Or Marijuana 1 Oz Or Less-1st, Possess Or Use Drug Paraphernalia, Obstruct A Peace Officer" />
 <figcaption>Jeremy Long - Resisting Arrest-2nd/Subsequent Offense, Possession Controlled Substance, Possess K2 Or Marijuana 1 Oz Or Less-1st, Possess Or Use Drug Paraphernalia, Obstruct A Peace Officer</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735045106620.jpeg" alt="Andrew Jackson - DUI-.15+, Contribute To Delinquency Of Child x2, Prohibited Acts, Fail To Stop &amp; Render Aid/Serious Injury Or Other" />
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The Hot Sheets: December 24th, 2024

The Mega Millions jackpot starts at $20 million and continues to grow each drawing until it is won. There have been 29 consecutive Mega Millions drawings since September 13 without a jackpot winner.

The Nebraska Lottery began offering Mega Millions in March of 2010. The largest Mega Millions jackpot on record occurred in August 2023 when one ticket was sold in Florida for a $1.602 billion jackpot.

Mega Millions jackpot winners have two options for collecting their payment: 30 annuity payments or one cash payment at present value. The annuity option provides annual payments that increase each year. The present cash value is less than the advertised jackpot, which is based on the 29-year annuity option. Winning Mega Millions numbers are announced every Tuesday and Friday at 10:00 p.m. Central Time and posted at the Nebraska Lottery website,&nbsp;<a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.iAuI3qUyZqtRffZQ3zfUpzpNzmNSojhgdRv9EpaRm6-2BsU-2BqvsgP5YyAt9wOpVtfjwgS-_zp2viNv8WmCDmvKbS8g-2FumCH-2BSIkHTUhcISA1gweg93LIwGEu7Eu0ohNOhpJ1nCtJT3xXLcGnwndj0t64QaXbVDk0wvL65KD1iN4vYB7rKAhKu1l-2FBLlTpj0KgRYXUJn9PKo-2FtgX4cXBz41YWrDXHLWze7Ek2dAnj1YAsF7ECrrwEoIZHfXm6O0pRJ6UTitR8rvux-2Fw8JZLgFDrD1krJploA4VABn4hIim92-2FFYO1vIrNAzSBeJ6KUe9kxilbZ9StBb1eWqqfivhqK2FaMbQfqaoIUOETXGVOqfAiYWfMJYWzaucQMuIO4reGHB17JmRzsEYgVytI5bBNMwmtA-2BojSv5b5BIzJupILpC9ulPt4iEk3P0GRGJhTOOTfv-2F3rOrDkXeZpxLOMv7pEZ0d4uqjg-3D-3D" target="_blank">nelottery.com</a>.

Because of the high jackpot, the Nebraska Lottery encourages customers to set limits and play within their means. “It’s important for Nebraska Lottery players to remember that no matter how large the Mega Millions jackpot is, the odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302 million,” said Lottery Director Brian Rockey. “Your odds of winning remain the same, regardless of how many tickets are purchased or how many people play.” Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.qkacV-2FUEFnhDrHGFtQlhVCGW7ZFoOjGhEOuDYk17Wg-2FqipgdhZLyD2cmoNUHZNZ9eEem_zp2viNv8WmCDmvKbS8g-2FumCH-2BSIkHTUhcISA1gweg93LIwGEu7Eu0ohNOhpJ1nCtJT3xXLcGnwndj0t64QaXbVDk0wvL65KD1iN4vYB7rKAhKu1l-2FBLlTpj0KgRYXUJn9PKo-2FtgX4cXBz41YWrDXHLWze7Ek2dAnj1YAsF7ECrrwEoIZHfXm6O0pRJ6UTitR8rvux-2Fw8JZLgFDrD1krJploA4VABn4hIim92-2FFYO1vJCnfy0DCmN4MDBHnhAbv5F-2Bdxaupon84gWKlTllF69IaAu-2Bwfn1A8duOmAwR7zPdUBhXrFElCwuG94xBAwVr3hFrcAbI6fvyCqJ5CYbvYBD1-2BkbqqWqRgU-2BrnyPUg0O5VpiHTS8u-2By-2FOegR3-2Fq8M6M5BgszC5IeAzk8uBwYRkQgg-3D-3D" target="_blank">nelottery.com/knowyourlimit</a>&nbsp;for more information on setting limits on your lottery play.

If you or someone you know has a problem with compulsive gambling, free help is available at&nbsp;<a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.qkacV-2FUEFnhDrHGFtQlhVNHPTLOEvuBuA89teB3GDv6K658eW-2BMDAHNY7Ma-2BC9I89YPe_zp2viNv8WmCDmvKbS8g-2FumCH-2BSIkHTUhcISA1gweg93LIwGEu7Eu0ohNOhpJ1nCtJT3xXLcGnwndj0t64QaXbVDk0wvL65KD1iN4vYB7rKAhKu1l-2FBLlTpj0KgRYXUJn9PKo-2FtgX4cXBz41YWrDXHLWze7Ek2dAnj1YAsF7ECrrwEoIZHfXm6O0pRJ6UTitR8rvux-2Fw8JZLgFDrD1krJploA4VABn4hIim92-2FFYO1vL441-2Bw3-2B6TC1wnHrGdVosFxJ0aNkAPUriui4bwYqvudn05Sd7g9tJkTWHKVYR9yGxCdEipDwIlmLTrwwMxWAQYRfpMJZSJjCqb9afbm8lwOoSgLxXv2Z-2Bdg8avJhnpfyldMdsoCBZtsFF6ofSQ-2Fs-2FW5UBRUzR-2BwHsuriS6cFsXCw-3D-3D" target="_blank">problemgambling.nebraska.gov</a>.

The mission of the Nebraska Lottery is to generate proceeds for good causes while providing quality entertainment options to Nebraskans. $1.003 billion 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 LotteryThe Mega Millions jackpot starts at $20 million and continues to grow each drawing until it is won. There have been 29 consecutive Mega Millions drawings since September 13 without a jackpot winner.The Nebraska Lottery began offering Mega Millions in March of 2010. The largest Mega Millions jackpot on record occurred in August 2023 when one ticket was sold in Florida for a $1.602 billion jackpot.Mega Millions jackpot winners have two options for collecting their payment: 30 annuity payments or one cash payment at present value. The annuity option provides annual payments that increase each year. The present cash value is less than the advertised jackpot, which is based on the 29-year annuity option. Winning Mega Millions numbers are announced every Tuesday and Friday at 10:00 p.m. Central Time and posted at the Nebraska Lottery website,&nbsp;<a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.iAuI3qUyZqtRffZQ3zfUpzpNzmNSojhgdRv9EpaRm6-2BsU-2BqvsgP5YyAt9wOpVtfjwgS-_zp2viNv8WmCDmvKbS8g-2FumCH-2BSIkHTUhcISA1gweg93LIwGEu7Eu0ohNOhpJ1nCtJT3xXLcGnwndj0t64QaXbVDk0wvL65KD1iN4vYB7rKAhKu1l-2FBLlTpj0KgRYXUJn9PKo-2FtgX4cXBz41YWrDXHLWze7Ek2dAnj1YAsF7ECrrwEoIZHfXm6O0pRJ6UTitR8rvux-2Fw8JZLgFDrD1krJploA4VABn4hIim92-2FFYO1vIrNAzSBeJ6KUe9kxilbZ9StBb1eWqqfivhqK2FaMbQfqaoIUOETXGVOqfAiYWfMJYWzaucQMuIO4reGHB17JmRzsEYgVytI5bBNMwmtA-2BojSv5b5BIzJupILpC9ulPt4iEk3P0GRGJhTOOTfv-2F3rOrDkXeZpxLOMv7pEZ0d4uqjg-3D-3D" target="_blank">nelottery.com</a>.Know Your LimitBecause of the high jackpot, the Nebraska Lottery encourages customers to set limits and play within their means. “It’s important for Nebraska Lottery players to remember that no matter how large the Mega Millions jackpot is, the odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302 million,” said Lottery Director Brian Rockey. “Your odds of winning remain the same, regardless of how many tickets are purchased or how many people play.” Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.qkacV-2FUEFnhDrHGFtQlhVCGW7ZFoOjGhEOuDYk17Wg-2FqipgdhZLyD2cmoNUHZNZ9eEem_zp2viNv8WmCDmvKbS8g-2FumCH-2BSIkHTUhcISA1gweg93LIwGEu7Eu0ohNOhpJ1nCtJT3xXLcGnwndj0t64QaXbVDk0wvL65KD1iN4vYB7rKAhKu1l-2FBLlTpj0KgRYXUJn9PKo-2FtgX4cXBz41YWrDXHLWze7Ek2dAnj1YAsF7ECrrwEoIZHfXm6O0pRJ6UTitR8rvux-2Fw8JZLgFDrD1krJploA4VABn4hIim92-2FFYO1vJCnfy0DCmN4MDBHnhAbv5F-2Bdxaupon84gWKlTllF69IaAu-2Bwfn1A8duOmAwR7zPdUBhXrFElCwuG94xBAwVr3hFrcAbI6fvyCqJ5CYbvYBD1-2BkbqqWqRgU-2BrnyPUg0O5VpiHTS8u-2By-2FOegR3-2Fq8M6M5BgszC5IeAzk8uBwYRkQgg-3D-3D" target="_blank">nelottery.com/knowyourlimit</a>&nbsp;for more information on setting limits on your lottery play.If you or someone you know has a problem with compulsive gambling, free help is available at&nbsp;<a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.qkacV-2FUEFnhDrHGFtQlhVNHPTLOEvuBuA89teB3GDv6K658eW-2BMDAHNY7Ma-2BC9I89YPe_zp2viNv8WmCDmvKbS8g-2FumCH-2BSIkHTUhcISA1gweg93LIwGEu7Eu0ohNOhpJ1nCtJT3xXLcGnwndj0t64QaXbVDk0wvL65KD1iN4vYB7rKAhKu1l-2FBLlTpj0KgRYXUJn9PKo-2FtgX4cXBz41YWrDXHLWze7Ek2dAnj1YAsF7ECrrwEoIZHfXm6O0pRJ6UTitR8rvux-2Fw8JZLgFDrD1krJploA4VABn4hIim92-2FFYO1vL441-2Bw3-2B6TC1wnHrGdVosFxJ0aNkAPUriui4bwYqvudn05Sd7g9tJkTWHKVYR9yGxCdEipDwIlmLTrwwMxWAQYRfpMJZSJjCqb9afbm8lwOoSgLxXv2Z-2Bdg8avJhnpfyldMdsoCBZtsFF6ofSQ-2Fs-2FW5UBRUzR-2BwHsuriS6cFsXCw-3D-3D" target="_blank">problemgambling.nebraska.gov</a>.The mission of the Nebraska Lottery is to generate proceeds for good causes while providing quality entertainment options to Nebraskans. $1.003 billion 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.

Mega Millions® Jackpot Increased for Tuesday Drawing

Trenton, Neb. - The Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) and Hitchcock County Sheriff's Office have issued a BOLO (be on the lookout for) for a 1990's model jeep that may be black or a dark color that was involved in crashing into the front door at Dollar General in Trenton around 6:15am Monday morning.&nbsp;

The driver of the vehicle exited the vehicle and entered the store wearing a bandana over their face, a black hoodie with a logo and blue latex gloves.&nbsp;

The NSP says in a post made on social media that the jeep might be equipped with an aftermarket front bumper and may have suffered front-end damage. If you have any information or see the vehicle or driver, contact your local police department, the NSP dispatch line at 308-308-535-8047 or the Hitchcock County Sheriff's Office at&nbsp;<a href="tel:3083345444" target="_blank">308) 334-5444</a>&nbsp;

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 </figure>Trenton, Neb. - The Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) and Hitchcock County Sheriff's Office have issued a BOLO (be on the lookout for) for a 1990's model jeep that may be black or a dark color that was involved in crashing into the front door at Dollar General in Trenton around 6:15am Monday morning.&nbsp;The driver of the vehicle exited the vehicle and entered the store wearing a bandana over their face, a black hoodie with a logo and blue latex gloves.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1734985880359.jpeg" alt="Jeep involved in Monday morning Dollar General incident in Trenton (Nebraska State Patrol)" />
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 </figure>The NSP says in a post made on social media that the jeep might be equipped with an aftermarket front bumper and may have suffered front-end damage. If you have any information or see the vehicle or driver, contact your local police department, the NSP dispatch line at 308-308-535-8047 or the Hitchcock County Sheriff's Office at&nbsp;<a href="tel:3083345444" target="_blank">308) 334-5444</a>&nbsp;

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