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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>

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: June 7th, 2024

Scottsbluff, Nebraska-The Scottsbluff Police Department has received a speed enforcement grant. The grant is funded by the Nebraska Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office. The funding will be used to pay officers to work overtime to patrol Broadway and 27th Street on Friday and Saturday nights.

Sergeant Philip Eckerberg said “this funding will allow Scottsbluff Police to address the numerous complaints of speeding and reckless driving that occurs during the cruising time on Friday and Saturday nights. Over the last 12 months there have been 146 non injury crashes, 20 injury crashes, one crash fatality, and 367 citations issued on the cruising route. Cruising has been a tradition in Scottsbluff since the mid-20TH century; however, this grant will help us to keep cruisers safe.”

The grant starts on Friday June 7TH, 2024 and continues through Saturday August 10TH, 2024. The funding is sufficient to pay for two officers to be out on the cruise route every Friday and Saturday evening during the grant.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Scottsbluff PoliceScottsbluff, Nebraska-The Scottsbluff Police Department has received a speed enforcement grant. The grant is funded by the Nebraska Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office. The funding will be used to pay officers to work overtime to patrol Broadway and 27th Street on Friday and Saturday nights.Sergeant Philip Eckerberg said “this funding will allow Scottsbluff Police to address the numerous complaints of speeding and reckless driving that occurs during the cruising time on Friday and Saturday nights. Over the last 12 months there have been 146 non injury crashes, 20 injury crashes, one crash fatality, and 367 citations issued on the cruising route. Cruising has been a tradition in Scottsbluff since the mid-20TH century; however, this grant will help us to keep cruisers safe.”The grant starts on Friday June 7TH, 2024 and continues through Saturday August 10TH, 2024. The funding is sufficient to pay for two officers to be out on the cruise route every Friday and Saturday evening during the grant.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Scottsbluff Police Department receives a speed enforcement grant for Broadway and 27th Street

&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying the subject in these photos, as part of an investigation. 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%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3zMEbhB8fY9O5SE14_sTLrvdfK8dgd_G0phFt1gzS0o0PtNvq694iCHdA_aem_AXX0GEFxHE5KNNzOwHS_sqP_gJzUNLiMyotvIHMaj8ddRRuunKedDzWx3kVXJ_HneVFuCccASrCLvrS7Ye_-xFkb&amp;h=AT1OrEpnWWxfZvU1eGSB4dXKEZ4TKJG-LQd_oyMbbQQotVCejbjWsa2_JRUVD4J4bn5S6iYuWBBML2D_TyDzDJfULnrjmBtqr9qWhRU8vka78iLcZmVQwwGwqew2WW1Y3efA&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3uh5RcNEA4gF6XswG0v3nUpXx16rjMBlj_mDU9x26chXSR4lSGc_5z6Hm616JVyLGkkVXWPp1ThT4F4xckpOLG9qaO4Ao1TnYiYvgWIeBf0yiPOoASLO4ElTV45Cv0iz4XSC6OeS8-dEaWCz_3qg9RXhiXQA_1Y4abgpOE7AxeKds4D1S_TI02XW3wwB1fk13YRbDpQ_8_vP_-mGCvay1m5qw2l1IZrHQ5YZ2TDrQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or by calling, 308-534-8400.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Police Department&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying the subject in these photos, as part of an investigation. 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%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3zMEbhB8fY9O5SE14_sTLrvdfK8dgd_G0phFt1gzS0o0PtNvq694iCHdA_aem_AXX0GEFxHE5KNNzOwHS_sqP_gJzUNLiMyotvIHMaj8ddRRuunKedDzWx3kVXJ_HneVFuCccASrCLvrS7Ye_-xFkb&amp;h=AT1OrEpnWWxfZvU1eGSB4dXKEZ4TKJG-LQd_oyMbbQQotVCejbjWsa2_JRUVD4J4bn5S6iYuWBBML2D_TyDzDJfULnrjmBtqr9qWhRU8vka78iLcZmVQwwGwqew2WW1Y3efA&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3uh5RcNEA4gF6XswG0v3nUpXx16rjMBlj_mDU9x26chXSR4lSGc_5z6Hm616JVyLGkkVXWPp1ThT4F4xckpOLG9qaO4Ao1TnYiYvgWIeBf0yiPOoASLO4ElTV45Cv0iz4XSC6OeS8-dEaWCz_3qg9RXhiXQA_1Y4abgpOE7AxeKds4D1S_TI02XW3wwB1fk13YRbDpQ_8_vP_-mGCvay1m5qw2l1IZrHQ5YZ2TDrQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or by calling, 308-534-8400.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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North Platte Police Department seeking public help identifying a subject

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; sniffs - 1

New&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;9 total for year&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 51

Dundy County Sheriff's OfficeTraffic Stops:County - 42Benkelman - 1Haigler - 0Max - 0Parks - 0Total: 43Traffic Accidents:County - 2Benkelman - 0Haigler - 0Max - 0Parks - 0Total: 2Civil Process:County - 3Benkelman - 14Haigler - 0Max - 0Parks - 2Total: 19Arrest:County - 0Benkelman - 1Haigler - 0Max - 0Parks - 0Total: 1Calls for service - 66K9 activity&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; sniffs - 1K9 call for service out of countyInvestigationsNew&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;9 total for year&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 51Other agency assist - 4vehicle inspections - 19Corner Calls - 0HHS Intake - 1Community Relations - 1Prisoners Housed - 2Prisoners (Current) - 0Prisoners Transports - 2

Dundy County Sheriff's Office Monthly Report - May 2024

For the calendar quarter beginning on&nbsp;October 1, 2024,&nbsp;the local sales and use tax rate changes will be:&nbsp;

There are no changes in county&nbsp;lodging tax&nbsp;rates for October 1, 2024.

As a reminder for the upcoming calendar quarter of July 1, 2024, there are no local sales and use tax rate changes or county lodging tax rate changes.

Per recent legislation (LB 1317, Section 81) changes were made to the&nbsp;state&nbsp;sales and use tax rate for&nbsp;Good Life District&nbsp;(GLD) transactions.&nbsp; Effective on&nbsp;July 1, 2024&nbsp;the&nbsp;state&nbsp;sales and use tax rate is 2.75% only on those transactions sourced to a GLD area that are also within the city boundaries. 

Transactions made within a GLD but that are OUTSIDE the boundaries of a city have a&nbsp;state&nbsp;rate of 5.5%. This currently only affects the GLD Nebraska Crossing Village District (GLD 802-802) which is located both outside and inside of Gretna’s city boundaries.&nbsp; The GLD Avenue One (GLD 801-801) is located entirely within Omaha, so this GLD has a&nbsp;state&nbsp;rate of 2.75%.&nbsp; 

Changes are being made to our sales and use tax returns for this change. &nbsp;The Sales Tax Rate Finder on our website will show these different rates on and after July 1, 2024.&nbsp;

For the calendar quarter beginning on&nbsp;October 1, 2024,&nbsp;the local sales and use tax rate changes will be:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Adams&nbsp;will impose a new 1% rate;</li><li>Grafton&nbsp;and&nbsp;Kenesaw&nbsp;will each impose a new 1.5% rate;</li><li>Lyons&nbsp;will increase its rate from 1.5% to 2%; and &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Mullen&nbsp;and&nbsp;Nelson&nbsp;will each increase their rate from 1% to 1.5%.&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>There are no changes in county&nbsp;lodging tax&nbsp;rates for October 1, 2024.As a reminder for the upcoming calendar quarter of July 1, 2024, there are no local sales and use tax rate changes or county lodging tax rate changes.Per recent legislation (LB 1317, Section 81) changes were made to the&nbsp;state&nbsp;sales and use tax rate for&nbsp;Good Life District&nbsp;(GLD) transactions.&nbsp; Effective on&nbsp;July 1, 2024&nbsp;the&nbsp;state&nbsp;sales and use tax rate is 2.75% only on those transactions sourced to a GLD area that are also within the city boundaries. Transactions made within a GLD but that are OUTSIDE the boundaries of a city have a&nbsp;state&nbsp;rate of 5.5%. This currently only affects the GLD Nebraska Crossing Village District (GLD 802-802) which is located both outside and inside of Gretna’s city boundaries.&nbsp; The GLD Avenue One (GLD 801-801) is located entirely within Omaha, so this GLD has a&nbsp;state&nbsp;rate of 2.75%.&nbsp; Changes are being made to our sales and use tax returns for this change. &nbsp;The Sales Tax Rate Finder on our website will show these different rates on and after July 1, 2024.&nbsp;

Local Sales and Use Tax Rates Effective July 1, 2024 and October 1, 2024 for certain areas in the state

North Platte, Neb. - A family fun event is taking place this Saturday with Agriculture on the Bricks taking place in the North Platte Downtown Canteen District. The event runs from 10:00am - 2:00pm with plenty of games and activities to do. It's free to attend the event. A dunk tank, food, crafts, prizes are just a few of the plenty of activities to do. &nbsp;

On Wednesday, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Carrie Lienemann about Agriculture on the Bricks. To learn more In-depth about the event, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - A family fun event is taking place this Saturday with Agriculture on the Bricks taking place in the North Platte Downtown Canteen District. The event runs from 10:00am - 2:00pm with plenty of games and activities to do. It's free to attend the event. A dunk tank, food, crafts, prizes are just a few of the plenty of activities to do. &nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>On Wednesday, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Carrie Lienemann about Agriculture on the Bricks. To learn more In-depth about the event, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) Agriculture on the Bricks event set for Saturday in North Platte" 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=vbgfk-1634ab6-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) Agriculture on the Bricks event set for Saturday in North Platte 

&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association is gearing up to kick off the 2024 Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant which begins Sunday, June 9th and runs through Tuesday, June 12th. This year's competition will feature three teens, three misses and three judges. This year Miss Rodeo Nebraska is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">JoSee Saults</a>&nbsp;of Big Springs, Nebraska and Miss Teen Rodeo is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">Maci Cox</a>&nbsp;of North Platte.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Follow along with the POST throughout the next couple of days to learn more about the competitors and judges. This year judges welcomes Kristina Sigaty of Aberdeen, South Dakota, Codi Miller from southwestern North Dakota and&nbsp;Joni Heinisch of Nebraska. Too learn more about this year's judges, check out their bios below.

Kristina Sigaty is from Aberdeen, SD. She has been involved in the rodeo queen world since entering her first contest in 2003. Since then, she has been honored to represent South Dakota as the 2006 and 2007 SDHSRA Queen, Jr. Miss Rodeo South Dakota 2008, 2009 South Dakota 4-H Rodeo Ambassador, and Miss Rodeo South Dakota 2013, finishing in the Top 10 at Miss Rodeo America and earning the Wrangler Jacket Award and High Ticket Sales. 

Serving as Miss Rodeo South Dakota had a massive impact on her life and career trajectory, and she has remained involved as a board member for Miss Rodeo South Dakota, Inc. to continue to offer those opportunities to today’s cowgirls. Growing up on a family farm, Kristina has also remained heavily involved with agriculture as the merchandising/ origination manager at Frederick Farmers Elevator and market analyst with Fiebiger Consulting. 

She also serves as a board member for the Bear Creek Roughriders Saddle Club, producing their barrel racing series and coordinating a variety of clinics and programs for club members. In her spare time, she enjoys trail riding, knitting, embroidering, crocheting, reading, and spending time on the lake with her husband Brandon and daughter Kimber.

Codi Miller was born and raised on a small grain and cattle ranch in southwestern North Dakota. As a child, she attended a one-room schoolhouse and participated in 4-H for 10 years. Her pageant and modeling career started when she was 15 when she&nbsp;competed in the Bahamas at Miss Teen USA as the youngest contestant. She also competed in San Antonio, TX at Miss Collegiate America, plus 6 years in the Miss USA System.

In between beauty pageants, Codi followed in her mother's footsteps in the rodeo and rodeo queen world. She was the ND High School Rodeo Queen, 2-time State Champion in Pole Bending, and is now the State Director of the high school queens' contest.  Codi was Miss Rodeo North Dakota 2014, and placed Top 10 at Miss Rodeo America. She is currently the National Director of Miss Rodeo North Dakota Pageant Organization, where she has founded a new scholarship program.&nbsp;

Codi enjoys spending her time helping young women in their personal and professional goals. She is a new homeowner and enjoys decorating and remodeling her little home, as well as owning and operating a western upholstery business.  Codi believes her time in pageants and rodeo has helped her achieve career goals and building relationships all over the country. She hopes each woman her can see the benefits, win or lose!&nbsp;

Joni, originally from Nebraska, and now making her home in Florida, is a former Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2015. Her early years were spent on her family's working ranch in the Sandhills of Ericson, Nebraska, where she played an active role in raising Angus cattle and American Quarter Horses. In her free time, she loved being outdoors, engaging in activities like 4H, hunting, fishing and traveling to rodeos &amp; pageants.&nbsp;

Shortly after obtaining her nursing degree and working as a full-time nurse she met her husband, Ian&nbsp;Heinisch, a UCF Middleweight, and former All-American Wrestler. Shortly after marriage, her life journey took her to the Sunshine State, Florida. Today, Joni co-owns a functional medicine practice, treating patients all across the county. Her true passion lies in promoting health and wellness among individuals.

Even though she's currently immersed in the south Florida lifestyle, Joni's heart remains rooted in the charm of small-town agriculture, and the outdoor way of living, remaining as active as she can in her family's ranch in Nebraska. Together with her husband, she cherishes the beauty of Florida's outdoors, spending quality time exploring its natural wonders.

Joni's genuine interests include agriculture, preserving the traditions of family ranches, rodeo queen pageants, and advocating for the conversation of the outdoors. Through their ministry, she and Ian share the gospel message on a global scale, a testament to the significant impact of faith in their lives.

Shes wishes good luck too all the contestants in the Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant

&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association is gearing up to kick off the 2024 Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant which begins Sunday, June 9th and runs through Tuesday, June 12th. This year's competition will feature three teens, three misses and three judges. This year Miss Rodeo Nebraska is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">JoSee Saults</a>&nbsp;of Big Springs, Nebraska and Miss Teen Rodeo is&nbsp;<a href="http://missrodeonebraska.org/" target="_blank">Maci Cox</a>&nbsp;of North Platte.&nbsp; &nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMissRodeoNebraska%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0TNXgxLhSsNESfLwFqyCBqT2hsG6VEUcbcFH2QYTUUeiMKfcUmLEPfxxZrt6xZD73l&show_text=true&width=500&preview=comet_preview" width="500" height="460" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>Follow along with the POST throughout the next couple of days to learn more about the competitors and judges. This year judges welcomes Kristina Sigaty of Aberdeen, South Dakota, Codi Miller from southwestern North Dakota and&nbsp;Joni Heinisch of Nebraska. Too learn more about this year's judges, check out their bios below.Kristina Sigaty<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717687422635.jpeg" alt="Kristina Sigaty (Courtesy Photo)" />
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 </figure>Kristina Sigaty is from Aberdeen, SD. She has been involved in the rodeo queen world since entering her first contest in 2003. Since then, she has been honored to represent South Dakota as the 2006 and 2007 SDHSRA Queen, Jr. Miss Rodeo South Dakota 2008, 2009 South Dakota 4-H Rodeo Ambassador, and Miss Rodeo South Dakota 2013, finishing in the Top 10 at Miss Rodeo America and earning the Wrangler Jacket Award and High Ticket Sales. Serving as Miss Rodeo South Dakota had a massive impact on her life and career trajectory, and she has remained involved as a board member for Miss Rodeo South Dakota, Inc. to continue to offer those opportunities to today’s cowgirls. Growing up on a family farm, Kristina has also remained heavily involved with agriculture as the merchandising/ origination manager at Frederick Farmers Elevator and market analyst with Fiebiger Consulting. She also serves as a board member for the Bear Creek Roughriders Saddle Club, producing their barrel racing series and coordinating a variety of clinics and programs for club members. In her spare time, she enjoys trail riding, knitting, embroidering, crocheting, reading, and spending time on the lake with her husband Brandon and daughter Kimber.Codi Miller<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717688332278.jpeg" alt="Codi Miller (Courtesy Photo)" />
 <figcaption>Codi Miller (Courtesy Photo)</figcaption>
 </figure>Codi Miller was born and raised on a small grain and cattle ranch in southwestern North Dakota. As a child, she attended a one-room schoolhouse and participated in 4-H for 10 years. Her pageant and modeling career started when she was 15 when she&nbsp;competed in the Bahamas at Miss Teen USA as the youngest contestant. She also competed in San Antonio, TX at Miss Collegiate America, plus 6 years in the Miss USA System.In between beauty pageants, Codi followed in her mother's footsteps in the rodeo and rodeo queen world. She was the ND High School Rodeo Queen, 2-time State Champion in Pole Bending, and is now the State Director of the high school queens' contest. Codi was Miss Rodeo North Dakota 2014, and placed Top 10 at Miss Rodeo America. She is currently the National Director of Miss Rodeo North Dakota Pageant Organization, where she has founded a new scholarship program.&nbsp;Codi enjoys spending her time helping young women in their personal and professional goals. She is a new homeowner and enjoys decorating and remodeling her little home, as well as owning and operating a western upholstery business. Codi believes her time in pageants and rodeo has helped her achieve career goals and building relationships all over the country. She hopes each woman her can see the benefits, win or lose!&nbsp;Joni Heinisch<figure>
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 </figure>Joni, originally from Nebraska, and now making her home in Florida, is a former Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2015. Her early years were spent on her family's working ranch in the Sandhills of Ericson, Nebraska, where she played an active role in raising Angus cattle and American Quarter Horses. In her free time, she loved being outdoors, engaging in activities like 4H, hunting, fishing and traveling to rodeos &amp; pageants.&nbsp;Shortly after obtaining her nursing degree and working as a full-time nurse she met her husband, Ian&nbsp;Heinisch, a UCF Middleweight, and former All-American Wrestler. Shortly after marriage, her life journey took her to the Sunshine State, Florida. Today, Joni co-owns a functional medicine practice, treating patients all across the county. Her true passion lies in promoting health and wellness among individuals.Even though she's currently immersed in the south Florida lifestyle, Joni's heart remains rooted in the charm of small-town agriculture, and the outdoor way of living, remaining as active as she can in her family's ranch in Nebraska. Together with her husband, she cherishes the beauty of Florida's outdoors, spending quality time exploring its natural wonders.Joni's genuine interests include agriculture, preserving the traditions of family ranches, rodeo queen pageants, and advocating for the conversation of the outdoors. Through their ministry, she and Ian share the gospel message on a global scale, a testament to the significant impact of faith in their lives.Shes wishes good luck too all the contestants in the Miss Rodeo Nebraska pageant.

Meet Miss Rodeo Nebraska Judges 

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This information is not a criminal history. Criminal charges are often dropped or reduced. All individuals included in this post are presumed innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. The North Platte Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. Any person who believes information provided is not accurate may submit a complaint to admin@northplattepost.com.</div>

The Hot Sheets: June 6th, 2024

North Platte, Ne - The first Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant was held in 1956, and since 1991 the Hall of Fame Buffalo Bill Rodeo at Nebraskaland Days in North Platte has been the backdrop for Nebraska's top rodeo royalty. Miss Rodeo Nebraska, JoSee Saults from Big Springs, Nebraska began her rein in January and will hold the title through the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in December. Maci Cox from North Platte is the current Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska.&nbsp;

Both ladies will see their successors compete over the next week to become the next Miss Rodeo &amp; Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska. Coronation for both are next Wednesday in North Platte.&nbsp;

The conversation in this Kubota Podcast was recorded with Eagle Media's Derek Beck on Tuesday, June 4th at the Wild West Arena during a meet and greet between the Buffalo Bill Rodeo Committee and local media.&nbsp;

North Platte, Ne - The first Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant was held in 1956, and since 1991 the Hall of Fame Buffalo Bill Rodeo at Nebraskaland Days in North Platte has been the backdrop for Nebraska's top rodeo royalty. Miss Rodeo Nebraska, JoSee Saults from Big Springs, Nebraska began her rein in January and will hold the title through the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in December. Maci Cox from North Platte is the current Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717623716048.jpeg" alt="JoSee Saults (Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2024) JoSee is the 22-year-old daughter of Scott and Jill Saults. JoSee started rodeoing with her two brothers when they were little. She competed in Jr. High and High School rodeo. JoSee college rodeoed for Eastern Wyoming College for two years. After her two years at EWC, JoSee transferred to the University of Wyoming. She graduated from the University of Wyoming in May 2023 with a degree in Communication and a minor in Sociology. JoSee plans to attend law school with an emphasis on agricultural law." />
 <figcaption>JoSee Saults (Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2024) JoSee is the 22-year-old daughter of Scott and Jill Saults. JoSee started rodeoing with her two brothers when they were little. She competed in Jr. High and High School rodeo. JoSee college rodeoed for Eastern Wyoming College for two years. After her two years at EWC, JoSee transferred to the University of Wyoming. She graduated from the University of Wyoming in May 2023 with a degree in Communication and a minor in Sociology. JoSee plans to attend law school with an emphasis on agricultural law.</figcaption>
 </figure>Both ladies will see their successors compete over the next week to become the next Miss Rodeo &amp; Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska. Coronation for both are next Wednesday in North Platte.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717623844349.jpeg" alt="Maci Cox (Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska 2023) Maci is the 17-year-old daughter of Josh and Jennifer Cox of North Platte. She graduated St. Patrick’s Catholic School in May where she was involved in basketball, volleyball, track, high school rodeo and 4-H. Maci will attend UNL this fall." />
 <figcaption>Maci Cox (Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska 2023) Maci is the 17-year-old daughter of Josh and Jennifer Cox of North Platte. She graduated St. Patrick’s Catholic School in May where she was involved in basketball, volleyball, track, high school rodeo and 4-H. Maci will attend UNL this fall.</figcaption>
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(Podcast) Miss Rodeo Nebraska and Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska ready for 2024 Pageant

North Platte, Neb. - The8th Annual Bob Spady Memorial Golf Tournament is getting ready to tee off this Saturday at Lake Maloney Golf Course in North Platte. It's $280 per team for the 4-man scramble. Shotgun start is set for 9:00am. All proceeds will go towards the Miss Nebraska Scholarship Fund. For more information on how to register, check out the flyer below.&nbsp;

On Wednesday, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Justin Goforth about the event. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - The8th Annual Bob Spady Memorial Golf Tournament is getting ready to tee off this Saturday at Lake Maloney Golf Course in North Platte. It's $280 per team for the 4-man scramble. Shotgun start is set for 9:00am. All proceeds will go towards the Miss Nebraska Scholarship Fund. For more information on how to register, check out the flyer below.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>On Wednesday, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Justin Goforth about the event. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;<div><iframe title="(Audio) 8th Annual Bob Spady Memorial Golf Tournament" 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=tm5ra-163365d-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) 8th Annual Bob Spady Memorial Golf Tournament

North Platte Post&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Platte, Neb. - The North Platte city council held a regular meeting on June 4th and different agendas were discussed amongst the council. Topics included a high intensity drug trafficking area initiative, approving an interlocal fuel agreement between the city and council, adopting resolution development plan for Canteen Commons Apartments and more.&nbsp;

On Wednesday, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher about the different topics from the council meeting. &nbsp;If you would like to learn more in-depth of what went on during the June 4th, North Platte City Council meeting check out the podcast below. If you would like to watch the meeting,<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJ-Lo-OxLsI"> click here.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Post&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;North Platte, Neb. - The North Platte city council held a regular meeting on June 4th and different agendas were discussed amongst the council. Topics included a high intensity drug trafficking area initiative, approving an interlocal fuel agreement between the city and council, adopting resolution development plan for Canteen Commons Apartments and more.&nbsp;On Wednesday, Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher about the different topics from the council meeting. &nbsp;If you would like to learn more in-depth of what went on during the June 4th, North Platte City Council meeting check out the podcast below. If you would like to watch the meeting,<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJ-Lo-OxLsI"> click here.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;<div><iframe title="June 4th city council recap" 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=j6pqf-1633451-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) North Platte City Council Meeting, June 4th recap

Fort Cody Summer Music Series concert lineup

The Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN) will be traveling across Nebraska&nbsp;this summer&nbsp;to discuss with providers the impact of $25.5 million in American Rescue&nbsp;Plan&nbsp;Act (ARPA) funds on behavioral health care in the state.

At the request of the Nebraska Legislature, BHECN distributed the funds in 2023 to address the state’s behavioral health workforce shortage and behavioral health issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;

BHECN, housed at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), used a comprehensive application and review process to allocate the funds to more than 100 projects around the state to help address key behavioral issues on various fronts.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unmc.edu/bhecn/arpa/awardees.html" target="_blank">See a full list of BHECN-ARPA Awardees here</a>.

This summer’s trips will unite recipients through a series of statewide gatherings, where they can share project progress, explore avenues for additional support from BHECN, exchange best practices, and foster stronger networks.

“The BHECN-ARPA project presents a uniquely powerful opportunity to address enduring behavioral health workforce challenges, especially those compounded by the pandemic,” said Marley Doyle, MD, director of BHECN. “We eagerly anticipate engaging with Nebraska’s outstanding organizations in person, witnessing their groundbreaking efforts, which are poised to improve the lives of so many Nebraskans.”

Jessie Buche, director of the ARPA Awards Program, added, "BHECN is particularly enthusiastic about showcasing the remarkable achievements of BHECN-ARPA awardees in the inaugural year of their projects."

The BHECN-ARPA awardee gatherings will be held:

Tuesday, June 11&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at the University of Nebraska&nbsp;at&nbsp;Kearney’s Ockinga Seminar Center.&nbsp;

Tuesday, June 18&nbsp;–&nbsp;9 a.m. to 1 p.m. MDT at Chadron State College&nbsp;in the student center’s Scottsbluff Room.

Tuesday, Aug. 6&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at Wayne State College.&nbsp;﻿&nbsp;

Wednesday, Aug. 7&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at UNMC.&nbsp;

Media are invited to attend the events. (Best time may be from 10:10-11:30 a.m.; a BHECN awardee will present and then awardees will meet to discuss successes and challenges.)

“Nebraska confronts numerous behavioral health workforce challenges, and our awardees are addressing those challenges head on,” Buche said. “We are excited to hear their insights and amplify their important work.”

<a href="https://www.unmc.edu/bhecn/arpa/index.html" target="_blank">Read more about the BHECN-ARPA program here.</a>

Photo caption:&nbsp;Marley Doyle, MD, director of the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska; Jessie Buche, director of the ARPA Awards Program

UNMCThe Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN) will be traveling across Nebraska&nbsp;this summer&nbsp;to discuss with providers the impact of $25.5 million in American Rescue&nbsp;Plan&nbsp;Act (ARPA) funds on behavioral health care in the state.At the request of the Nebraska Legislature, BHECN distributed the funds in 2023 to address the state’s behavioral health workforce shortage and behavioral health issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;BHECN, housed at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), used a comprehensive application and review process to allocate the funds to more than 100 projects around the state to help address key behavioral issues on various fronts.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unmc.edu/bhecn/arpa/awardees.html" target="_blank">See a full list of BHECN-ARPA Awardees here</a>.This summer’s trips will unite recipients through a series of statewide gatherings, where they can share project progress, explore avenues for additional support from BHECN, exchange best practices, and foster stronger networks.“The BHECN-ARPA project presents a uniquely powerful opportunity to address enduring behavioral health workforce challenges, especially those compounded by the pandemic,” said Marley Doyle, MD, director of BHECN. “We eagerly anticipate engaging with Nebraska’s outstanding organizations in person, witnessing their groundbreaking efforts, which are poised to improve the lives of so many Nebraskans.”Jessie Buche, director of the ARPA Awards Program, added, "BHECN is particularly enthusiastic about showcasing the remarkable achievements of BHECN-ARPA awardees in the inaugural year of their projects."The BHECN-ARPA awardee gatherings will be held:Tuesday, June 11&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at the University of Nebraska&nbsp;at&nbsp;Kearney’s Ockinga Seminar Center.&nbsp;Tuesday, June 18&nbsp;–&nbsp;9 a.m. to 1 p.m. MDT at Chadron State College&nbsp;in the student center’s Scottsbluff Room.Tuesday, Aug. 6&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at Wayne State College.&nbsp;﻿&nbsp;Wednesday, Aug. 7&nbsp;– 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT at UNMC.&nbsp;Media are invited to attend the events. (Best time may be from 10:10-11:30 a.m.; a BHECN awardee will present and then awardees will meet to discuss successes and challenges.)“Nebraska confronts numerous behavioral health workforce challenges, and our awardees are addressing those challenges head on,” Buche said. “We are excited to hear their insights and amplify their important work.”<a href="https://www.unmc.edu/bhecn/arpa/index.html" target="_blank">Read more about the BHECN-ARPA program here.</a>Photo caption:&nbsp;Marley Doyle, MD, director of the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska; Jessie Buche, director of the ARPA Awards Program

Nebraska providers to participate in statewide BHECN-ARPA gatherings

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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>

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: June 5th, 2024

Ogallala, Neb. - The Youth Outdoor Nebraska is excited to be hosting its annual Junior Fishing Tournament at Lake McConaughey on June 15th. Youths have to be 15 or under on the day of the tournament. Teams include 1 adult and 1 child (under 15). Prizes will be awarded in different categories. Entry fee is $50 per time.&nbsp;

Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Shawn Rubek about the upcoming event. To learn more, listen to the podcast above or check out the flyers below.&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="PODCAST - Youth Outdoor Nebraska present Junior Fishing Tournament @ Lake McConaughy" 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=p7wmv-163180f-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>Sandhills Post&nbsp;Ogallala, Neb. - The Youth Outdoor Nebraska is excited to be hosting its annual Junior Fishing Tournament at Lake McConaughey on June 15th. Youths have to be 15 or under on the day of the tournament. Teams include 1 adult and 1 child (under 15). Prizes will be awarded in different categories. Entry fee is $50 per time.&nbsp;Post News Director Canon Rath chatted with Shawn Rubek about the upcoming event. To learn more, listen to the podcast above or check out the flyers below.&nbsp;<figure>
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PODCAST - Youth Outdoor Nebraska present Junior Fishing Tournament @ Lake McConaughey 

&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is looking to identify the subject in this photo, as part of an investigation. 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="http://lincolncountycrimestoppers.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1bZiQXhAhV1Z8c26_PWFc4xQojG9E-y3f_wb6YozxaqENbNOWdK5YJV9A_aem_ARWyvYLeNG49KED2yJezI3hcQvPeRDIfSiNdRX_pQaCydCaizQwBiedJ-3CH_jbjHa7Kgwn6qCvPEpEmXmxzu1Mj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or by calling, 308-534-8400.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>North Platte Police&nbsp;&nbsp; The North Platte Police Department is looking to identify the subject in this photo, as part of an investigation. 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="http://lincolncountycrimestoppers.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1bZiQXhAhV1Z8c26_PWFc4xQojG9E-y3f_wb6YozxaqENbNOWdK5YJV9A_aem_ARWyvYLeNG49KED2yJezI3hcQvPeRDIfSiNdRX_pQaCydCaizQwBiedJ-3CH_jbjHa7Kgwn6qCvPEpEmXmxzu1Mj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lincolncountycrimestoppers.com</a> or by calling, 308-534-8400.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Enter to win two tickets to see Jelly Roll at NEBRASKALand Days

June 4, 2024 - Late&nbsp;May signals the beginning of a busy time for celebrations and summer holidays.&nbsp;The American Red Cross asks donors to make an appointment to give whole blood now before calendars start to fill up.&nbsp;Donors of all blood types – especially those giving type O blood – are vital to people counting on blood products for critical medical procedures.

All donors who present to donate whole blood at the American Red Cross Donation Center, 1111 S Cottonwood Street, in North Platte, from May 20, 2024, through June 19, 2024, will be entered to win two general admission tickets to see country superstar Jelly Roll. The concert is on June 22, 2024, as part of the annual NEBRASKALand Days celebration.

Every single donation can help keep the blood supply as stable as possible during a busy time of year when many regular donors may be unable to give.&nbsp;Book&nbsp;a time to give now by visiting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. Use sponsor code “NorthPlatteNE”

Also, the Red Cross has teamed up with&nbsp;Tetris, creators of the iconic, best-selling video game, to celebrate their 40th anniversary and build the blood supply for patients in need. In commemoration, all who come to give May 20-June 9, 2024, will get an exclusive&nbsp;Tetris®&nbsp;+ Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip for two to New York to meet Tetris creator, Alexey Pajitnov. See&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/local-homepage/events/tetris.html" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/Tetris</a>&nbsp;for details.

Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.redcrossblood.org/" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age&nbsp;in most states&nbsp;(16 with parental consent&nbsp;where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

<a>Blood donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass®&nbsp;to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/manage-my-donations/rapidpass.html" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass</a>&nbsp;or use the Blood Donor App.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.redcross.org/" target="_blank">redcross.org</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="http://www.cruzrojaamericana.org/" target="_blank">CruzRojaAmericana.org</a>, or visit us on Twitter at&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/redcross" target="_blank">@RedCross</a>.

American Red CrossEnter to win two tickets to see Jelly Roll at NEBRASKALand DaysJune 4, 2024 - Late&nbsp;May signals the beginning of a busy time for celebrations and summer holidays.&nbsp;The American Red Cross asks donors to make an appointment to give whole blood now before calendars start to fill up.&nbsp;Donors of all blood types – especially those giving type O blood – are vital to people counting on blood products for critical medical procedures.All donors who present to donate whole blood at the American Red Cross Donation Center, 1111 S Cottonwood Street, in North Platte, from May 20, 2024, through June 19, 2024, will be entered to win two general admission tickets to see country superstar Jelly Roll. The concert is on June 22, 2024, as part of the annual NEBRASKALand Days celebration.Every single donation can help keep the blood supply as stable as possible during a busy time of year when many regular donors may be unable to give.&nbsp;Book&nbsp;a time to give now by visiting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. Use sponsor code “NorthPlatteNE”Also, the Red Cross has teamed up with&nbsp;Tetris, creators of the iconic, best-selling video game, to celebrate their 40th anniversary and build the blood supply for patients in need. In commemoration, all who come to give May 20-June 9, 2024, will get an exclusive&nbsp;Tetris®&nbsp;+ Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip for two to New York to meet Tetris creator, Alexey Pajitnov. See&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/local-homepage/events/tetris.html" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/Tetris</a>&nbsp;for details.How to donate bloodSimply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.redcrossblood.org/" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age&nbsp;in most states&nbsp;(16 with parental consent&nbsp;where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.<a>Blood donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass®&nbsp;to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/manage-my-donations/rapidpass.html" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass</a>&nbsp;or use the Blood Donor App.About the American Red Cross:The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.redcross.org/" target="_blank">redcross.org</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="http://www.cruzrojaamericana.org/" target="_blank">CruzRojaAmericana.org</a>, or visit us on Twitter at&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/redcross" target="_blank">@RedCross</a>.

Build the blood supply: Give blood now with Red Cross in North Platte

The Vacation Bible School committee at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church is on a mission to help save lives by hosting an American Red Cross blood drive! Through the Red Cross Community Club Program, our club members, their families and friends have the chance to give hope to hospital patients.

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. That’s why we need your help! Our Redeemer will host a Red Cross blood drive on June 14, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the church, 1400 East E Street, North Platte. Your support not only helps save lives, it can also help our club members. By hosting a blood drive that collects at least 30 pints, the Red Cross will reward the Vacation Bible School committee by giving funds - $10 per pint of blood collected - to benefit the program.

This year, Vacation Bible School will be July 14 through July 18 at the church from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. each night. The featured speaker each night is Jenny Williamson, an Arison Records recording artist. A meal will be provided and a limited number of t-shirts will be available for students. VBS is open to students ages pre-school through 6th&nbsp;grade. To register, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ourredeemer.life/" target="_blank">www.ourredeemer.life</a>

The need for blood is constant. Accident and burn victims, cancer patients and those living with sickle cell disease often rely on blood products for treatment. Make a difference and sign up to give blood today! To schedule an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org using sponsor code “ORLC”&nbsp;To be eligible to donate blood, you must be at least 16 years with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in generally good health. High school students and other donors 18 years old or younger may also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Amanda WehnesAmerican Red CrossThe Vacation Bible School committee at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church is on a mission to help save lives by hosting an American Red Cross blood drive! Through the Red Cross Community Club Program, our club members, their families and friends have the chance to give hope to hospital patients.Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. That’s why we need your help! Our Redeemer will host a Red Cross blood drive on June 14, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the church, 1400 East E Street, North Platte. Your support not only helps save lives, it can also help our club members. By hosting a blood drive that collects at least 30 pints, the Red Cross will reward the Vacation Bible School committee by giving funds - $10 per pint of blood collected - to benefit the program.This year, Vacation Bible School will be July 14 through July 18 at the church from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. each night. The featured speaker each night is Jenny Williamson, an Arison Records recording artist. A meal will be provided and a limited number of t-shirts will be available for students. VBS is open to students ages pre-school through 6th&nbsp;grade. To register, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ourredeemer.life/" target="_blank">www.ourredeemer.life</a>The need for blood is constant. Accident and burn victims, cancer patients and those living with sickle cell disease often rely on blood products for treatment. Make a difference and sign up to give blood today! To schedule an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org using sponsor code “ORLC”&nbsp;To be eligible to donate blood, you must be at least 16 years with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in generally good health. High school students and other donors 18 years old or younger may also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Red Cross blood drive scheduled for June 14 in North Platte

By Western Nebraska Community College

SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. -&nbsp;Recent Western Nebraska Community College graduate Jordon Underwood of Oshkosh was named a Distinguished Chapter Member by Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society.

The awarded members are selected based on a student's embodiment of the Hallmarks of the Society through active participation in their chapter. It is awarded to students with exceptional leadership, scholarship service, and fellowship with their chapter and community. Only 30 students are recognized nationwide.

"It&nbsp;was a great honor I got the ability to receive a medallion for this award," Underwood said. "I was really thankful for friends, family, professors, and the PTK organization for this award."

In addition, he was also the recipient of the Board of Governors Award at the WNCC Student Award Ceremony in late April. This is the highest award conferred by WNCC, given to an outstanding graduating sophomore who best exemplifies the qualities of excellence in academics, leadership, and service to the college and the community.

During his time at WNCC and through his college project through PTK, Underwood spoke with students from area high schools about his experiences and the role that WNCC specifically played in his education.

"PTK and WNCC have made a big difference in my life," Underwood said. "I got the ability to meet new people and develop friendships that will last forever."

Underwood received his associates degree in May and plans to continue his education next fall at Chadron State College to pursue a bachelor's degree in elementary education.

For more than 90 years, Western Nebraska Community College has been educating residents of Nebraska's Panhandle. With campus locations in Alliance, Scottsbluff, and Sidney, WNCC offers educational, training, and growth opportunities for students, partners, and community members throughout its 12-½ county service area.

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 </figure>SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. -&nbsp;Recent Western Nebraska Community College graduate Jordon Underwood of Oshkosh was named a Distinguished Chapter Member by Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society.The awarded members are selected based on a student's embodiment of the Hallmarks of the Society through active participation in their chapter. It is awarded to students with exceptional leadership, scholarship service, and fellowship with their chapter and community. Only 30 students are recognized nationwide."It&nbsp;was a great honor I got the ability to receive a medallion for this award," Underwood said. "I was really thankful for friends, family, professors, and the PTK organization for this award."In addition, he was also the recipient of the Board of Governors Award at the WNCC Student Award Ceremony in late April. This is the highest award conferred by WNCC, given to an outstanding graduating sophomore who best exemplifies the qualities of excellence in academics, leadership, and service to the college and the community.During his time at WNCC and through his college project through PTK, Underwood spoke with students from area high schools about his experiences and the role that WNCC specifically played in his education."PTK and WNCC have made a big difference in my life," Underwood said. "I got the ability to meet new people and develop friendships that will last forever."Underwood received his associates degree in May and plans to continue his education next fall at Chadron State College to pursue a bachelor's degree in elementary education.About Western Nebraska Community CollegeFor more than 90 years, Western Nebraska Community College has been educating residents of Nebraska's Panhandle. With campus locations in Alliance, Scottsbluff, and Sidney, WNCC offers educational, training, and growth opportunities for students, partners, and community members throughout its 12-½ county service area.

WNCC grad Jordon Underwood wins PTK Distinguished Chapter Member Award

The Lincoln County 4-H Horse show was held Saturday, June 1 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds. 4-H members from the area competed in several classes throughout the day.

Junior 1 – Champion: Noah Wawrzynkiewicz, Reserve: Landyn Miller

Junior 2 – Champion: Adelyn Sundstrom, Reserve: Gavin Gartrell

Intermediate – Champion: Ruby Uerling, Reserve: Rochelle Bradley

Senior – Champion: Sierra Cain, Reserve: Ashley Robertson

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 </figure>The Lincoln County 4-H Horse show was held Saturday, June 1 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds. 4-H members from the area competed in several classes throughout the day.All-Around Results:Junior 1 – Champion: Noah Wawrzynkiewicz, Reserve: Landyn MillerJunior 2 – Champion: Adelyn Sundstrom, Reserve: Gavin GartrellIntermediate – Champion: Ruby Uerling, Reserve: Rochelle BradleySenior – Champion: Sierra Cain, Reserve: Ashley Robertson

Lincoln County 4-H horse show results

&nbsp; &nbsp;The North Platte City Council will meet tonight in a regular meeting.&nbsp; Below is tonight's agenda. To watch tonight's meeting,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CityOfNorthPlatte/featured">click here.</a>&nbsp;The meeting is at 5:30pm at the City Hall Council Chambers.

North Platte Post&nbsp; &nbsp;The North Platte City Council will meet tonight in a regular meeting.&nbsp; Below is tonight's agenda. To watch tonight's meeting,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CityOfNorthPlatte/featured">click here.</a>&nbsp;The meeting is at 5:30pm at the City Hall Council Chambers.<figure>
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06/04 North Platte City Council Meeting, Tonight's Agenda

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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: June 4th, 2024

New&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;8 total for year&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 42

Dundy County Sheriff's OfficeTraffic Stops:County - 17Benkelman - 3Haigler - 1Max - 0Parks - 0Total: 21Traffic Accidents:County - 2Benkelman - 2Haigler - 0Max - 0Parks - 0Total: 4Civil Process:County - 11Benkelman - 18Haigler - 1Max - 0Parks - 0Total: 30Arrest:County - 1Benkelman - 0Haigler - 0Max - 0Parks - 0Total: 1Calls for service - 75K9 activity&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; sniffs - 1K9 call for service out of countyInvestigationsNew&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;8 total for year&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 42Other agency assist - 4vehicle inspections - 17Corner Calls - 0HHS Intake - 1Community Relations - 5Prisoners Housed - 0Prisoners (Current) - 1Prisoners Transports - 2

Dundy County Sheriff's Office Monthly Report - April 2024

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) has confirmed a positive rabies case in an animal in the health district. The rabies exposure was from a skunk in Keith County, and only involved domestic animals. No human exposure occurred from this case.

“Even animals that may look friendly should be treated with caution if you are unfamiliar with them. Teaching your children about animal safety is extremely important to prevent any possible exposure to rabies,” explains Melissa Propp RN, Clinic Manager with SWNPHD.

In skunks as in other warm-blooded animals, rabies is a severe, rapidly progressing neurological disease. It spreads through saliva, most commonly through contact with an infected wild animal.

Rabies should be suspected in all animals that show a sudden change in behavior that is different from normal, such as animals normally active at night being seen during the day. Signs of rabies in animals may include any of the following:

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), rabies is a medical emergency. Any person with a suspected exposure should wash wounds immediately with soap and water and seek medical attention from a healthcare professional right away. Rabies is a deadly viral infection that affects the nervous system of humans and other mammals if not treated quickly after an exposure.

The best method to prevent rabies exposure is to ensure that pets, livestock, and horses are protected against rabies with current vaccinations. Contact your local veterinarian, local healthcare provider or public health department regarding rabies vaccination, testing, and exposures.

For more information contact Melissa Propp, RN at 308-345-4223. Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department serves Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Keith, Perkins, and Red Willow counties. You can follow SWNPHD on Facebook, TikTok, You Tube and Instagram or&nbsp;or view the website at www.swhealth.ne.gov which contains many resources and additional information helpful to prevent disease, promote and protect health.&nbsp;call 308-345-4223.

Southwest Nebraska Public Health DepartmentSouthwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) has confirmed a positive rabies case in an animal in the health district. The rabies exposure was from a skunk in Keith County, and only involved domestic animals. No human exposure occurred from this case.“Even animals that may look friendly should be treated with caution if you are unfamiliar with them. Teaching your children about animal safety is extremely important to prevent any possible exposure to rabies,” explains Melissa Propp RN, Clinic Manager with SWNPHD.In skunks as in other warm-blooded animals, rabies is a severe, rapidly progressing neurological disease. It spreads through saliva, most commonly through contact with an infected wild animal.Rabies should be suspected in all animals that show a sudden change in behavior that is different from normal, such as animals normally active at night being seen during the day. Signs of rabies in animals may include any of the following:<ul>
 <li>Increased aggression</li><li>Odd behavior changes, nervousness, irritability</li><li>General sickness</li><li>Difficulty eating or drinking</li><li>Excessive drooling</li>
 </ul>According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), rabies is a medical emergency. Any person with a suspected exposure should wash wounds immediately with soap and water and seek medical attention from a healthcare professional right away. Rabies is a deadly viral infection that affects the nervous system of humans and other mammals if not treated quickly after an exposure.The best method to prevent rabies exposure is to ensure that pets, livestock, and horses are protected against rabies with current vaccinations. Contact your local veterinarian, local healthcare provider or public health department regarding rabies vaccination, testing, and exposures.For more information contact Melissa Propp, RN at 308-345-4223. Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department serves Chase, Dundy, Frontier, Furnas, Hayes, Hitchcock, Keith, Perkins, and Red Willow counties. You can follow SWNPHD on Facebook, TikTok, You Tube and Instagram or&nbsp;or view the website at www.swhealth.ne.gov which contains many resources and additional information helpful to prevent disease, promote and protect health.&nbsp;call 308-345-4223.

Positive Rabies Case in Southwest Nebraska

Lexington, Neb. - A Lexington woman has been arrested for motor vehicle homicide after striking her partner early Sunday morning.&nbsp;

According to the Lexington Police Department, officers responded to a traffic accident around 4:30am Sunday morning involving a pedestrian that was hit. The pedestrian was identified as 38-year-old Yuniesky Diaz Gomez, who was transported to Lexington Regional Hospital, with life threating injuries. Diaz Gomez succumbed to his injuries while at the hospital.&nbsp;

The driver was identified as 42-year-old Vilma Almanza Siles, who officials say was in a relationship with Diaz Gomes. Witnesses reported to officers that an argument was taking place between the two upon arrival home. Almanza Siles was attempting to leave the property when Diaz Gomez stepped in front of the vehicle to prevent her from leaving and was struck by the vehicle.&nbsp;

Almanza Siles has been arrested and is charged with Driving Under the Influence and Motor Vehicle Homicide.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The investigation is ongoing, and an autopsy has been scheduled for later today.&nbsp;

North Platte Post&nbsp;Lexington, Neb. - A Lexington woman has been arrested for motor vehicle homicide after striking her partner early Sunday morning.&nbsp;According to the Lexington Police Department, officers responded to a traffic accident around 4:30am Sunday morning involving a pedestrian that was hit. The pedestrian was identified as 38-year-old Yuniesky Diaz Gomez, who was transported to Lexington Regional Hospital, with life threating injuries. Diaz Gomez succumbed to his injuries while at the hospital.&nbsp;The driver was identified as 42-year-old Vilma Almanza Siles, who officials say was in a relationship with Diaz Gomes. Witnesses reported to officers that an argument was taking place between the two upon arrival home. Almanza Siles was attempting to leave the property when Diaz Gomez stepped in front of the vehicle to prevent her from leaving and was struck by the vehicle.&nbsp;Almanza Siles has been arrested and is charged with Driving Under the Influence and Motor Vehicle Homicide.&nbsp;&nbsp;The investigation is ongoing, and an autopsy has been scheduled for later today.&nbsp;