OGALLALA, Neb. &nbsp;— The Ogallala City Council held its regular bi-monthly meeting Tuesday evening, recognizing longtime city employees, proclaiming National Library Week, April 6–12. Mayor Steven Krajewski recognized&nbsp;Jason Curtis &amp; Tracy Hood&nbsp;for 25 years of service to the City of Ogallala in the Street Department.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The city is also preparing for the city’s first-ever drone show this Fourth of July weekend.&nbsp;

In light of anticipated fire restrictions this summer, the city has opted to replace its traditional Fourth of July fireworks display with a drone show. City Administrator Kevin Wilkins said there is an estimated 95% chance a fire ban will be in place by early July, based on consultations with local fire officials.&nbsp;

“We needed to make a decision,” Wilkins said. “We’re also about $7,000 short in fundraising for a fireworks show, and the council is prepared to underwrite that if needed.”&nbsp;

LISTEN TO FULL INTERVIEW WITH CITY ADMINISTRATOR&nbsp;

Instead, the city has contracted Fantasy Drone Shows of Norfolk for a performance on Saturday, July 5. The company is scheduled to perform a show in Colorado the night before and will return through Ogallala, reducing the cost of the typically $80,000 production to $25,000. The show will take place near the Soap Box Derby Track and the Western Diamond Baseball/Softball Complex.&nbsp;

In other business, the council reviewed a funding request from the Keith County Area Housing Development Corporation regarding the former Ogallala Middle School building, and Auditorium. Vacant for several years, the property is slated for redevelopment into a 44-unit apartment complex through an adaptive reuse project.&nbsp;

The corporation is seeking $460,000 in Local Option Municipal Economic Development Act (LB840) funds to address environmental issues, including asbestos, and to begin demolition work. Wilkins said once the building is abated and cleared, it will be transferred to a private developer for construction.&nbsp;

“We’re hoping to start demolition by late summer and move toward acquisition by midwinter,” Wilkins said, adding that the projected construction timeline is about 12 months.&nbsp;

The city and housing development corporation are also pursuing historic district designation for the site as part of the revitalization effort.&nbsp;

<p>OGALLALA, Neb. &nbsp;— The Ogallala City Council held its regular bi-monthly meeting Tuesday evening, recognizing longtime city employees, proclaiming National Library Week, April 6–12. Mayor Steven Krajewski recognized&nbsp;Jason Curtis &amp; Tracy Hood&nbsp;for 25 years of service to the City of Ogallala in the Street Department.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FCityofOgallala%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0icDH4VRic1ZiMWS5n98C4WvVR8veFHx99MYbKnBywdx6C1u3iHFRiRKkvaxfJeZLl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="665" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div><p>The city is also preparing for the city’s first-ever drone show this Fourth of July weekend.&nbsp;</p><p>In light of anticipated fire restrictions this summer, the city has opted to replace its traditional Fourth of July fireworks display with a drone show. City Administrator Kevin Wilkins said there is an estimated 95% chance a fire ban will be in place by early July, based on consultations with local fire officials.&nbsp;</p><p>“We needed to make a decision,” Wilkins said. “We’re also about $7,000 short in fundraising for a fireworks show, and the council is prepared to underwrite that if needed.”&nbsp;</p><p>LISTEN TO FULL INTERVIEW WITH CITY ADMINISTRATOR&nbsp;</p><div><iframe title="Ogallala City Council Recognizes Service, Plans First-Ever Drone Show for July 4th" 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=9xzk3-1877289-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><p>Instead, the city has contracted Fantasy Drone Shows of Norfolk for a performance on Saturday, July 5. The company is scheduled to perform a show in Colorado the night before and will return through Ogallala, reducing the cost of the typically $80,000 production to $25,000. The show will take place near the Soap Box Derby Track and the Western Diamond Baseball/Softball Complex.&nbsp;</p><p>In other business, the council reviewed a funding request from the Keith County Area Housing Development Corporation regarding the former Ogallala Middle School building, and Auditorium. Vacant for several years, the property is slated for redevelopment into a 44-unit apartment complex through an adaptive reuse project.&nbsp;</p><p>The corporation is seeking $460,000 in Local Option Municipal Economic Development Act (LB840) funds to address environmental issues, including asbestos, and to begin demolition work. Wilkins said once the building is abated and cleared, it will be transferred to a private developer for construction.&nbsp;</p><p>“We’re hoping to start demolition by late summer and move toward acquisition by midwinter,” Wilkins said, adding that the projected construction timeline is about 12 months.&nbsp;</p><p>The city and housing development corporation are also pursuing historic district designation for the site as part of the revitalization effort.&nbsp;</p>

Ogallala City Council Recognizes Service, Plans First-Ever Drone Show for July 4th

North Platte, Neb. - The Hershey Volunteer Fire Department is back again for its annual Free Will donation Spaghetti Dinner at the Hershey School Cafeteria. The event takes place from 11 am to 2 pm with all-you-can-eat spaghetti with meat sauce, Homemade buns, and deserts with a free-will donation.

Sports Director Paxton Gordon sat down with Toby, Amanda and Jenifer of the Hershey Volunteer Fire Department the to discuss the up coming event.

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                    </figure><p><i>North Platte</i></p><p>North Platte, Neb. - The Hershey Volunteer Fire Department is back again for its annual Free Will donation Spaghetti Dinner at the Hershey School Cafeteria. The event takes place from 11 am to 2 pm with all-you-can-eat spaghetti with meat sauce, Homemade buns, and deserts with a free-will donation.</p><p>Sports Director Paxton Gordon sat down with Toby, Amanda and Jenifer of the Hershey Volunteer Fire Department the to discuss the up coming event.</p><figure>
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(Audio) Hershey Volunteer Fire Department Annual Spaghetti Dinner

Kasey Kroeker from the Perkins County Fair Board announced on Friday, that the fair will host Rock group Eve 6 on Friday, July 18. Tickets onsale today at www.PerkinsCountyFair.com (LISTEN TO ANNOUNCEMENT HERE)

<p>Kasey Kroeker from the Perkins County Fair Board announced on Friday, that the fair will host Rock group Eve 6 on Friday, July 18. Tickets onsale today at www.PerkinsCountyFair.com (LISTEN TO ANNOUNCEMENT HERE)</p><div><iframe title="Perkins County Fair having Rock Concert at Fair with Eve 6" 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=5m7hr-1865211-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><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FPerkinsCountyFair%2Fvideos%2F1299550011123826%2F&show_text=true&width=476&t=0" width="476" height="591" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div>

Perkins County hosting Rock Concert at 2025 Fair with Eve 6

Ogallala, Ne - The Ogallala City Council held their regular March meeting on Tuesday (March 25). The Council approved adding Jeffrey Lampmann to the Ogallala Tree Board. It's a two-year term.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Council had a discussion with the public on the speed limit heading west on highway 30 towards the sale barn. City Manager Kevin Wilkins said "we had a citizen address the speed limits on Highway 30 as it goes towards the sale barn. I think they made a credible case for the State of Nebraska to examine the speed zone changes as it migrates out towards the intersection of Highway 30 and the bypass." The speed limit increases to 50mph right before the sale barn. "We will ask the State to take a look at that" Wilkins said.&nbsp;

Action items heard by the council included an amendment to the agreement for consulting services with the Airport Improvement Program Project. Wilkens said this was just housekeeping to approve a 3rd party FAA requirement for payment to an engineering firm who already had worked on the Searle Field master layout plan. The council approved the item.&nbsp;

Also, the council talked about amending section 31.07 of the Municipal Code Regulating Historic Preservation Commision. "We amended a section of the municipal code related to the historic preservation commission a year ago," according to Wilkins. "I was trying to streamline the commission, so I took out some language the State preferred; in addition, we're adding some additional language that allows for historic overlays." He said, "you have a historic structure that may be zoned residential or commercial. You could put an overlay over that zoning designation for historic purposes. What that does is set you up for some additional tax credits or funding." Wilkins told the POST, "right now the primary intent of this is a proposed project at the Ogallala Middle School for 44 units of mixed to low-income housing there." Wilkins says "this helps facilitate moving that project forward. It gives that project additional points for the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority application. It could potentially get that area a Historic Preservation tax credit." Wilkens went on to say, "we're anticipating doing a historic overlay on that particular block where the Middle school sits and then incorporating the auditorium into that." The Council passed the motion.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Council also approved the installation of two automated license plate readers in Ogallala. One permanent reader on the viaduct and a mobile license plate reader. The readers can scan a license plate and automatically relay plates that are in the system for BOLO or Amber Alerts to law enforcement officials in the city and county. This is a statewide system already in place in other cities around Nebraska including North Platte and Kearney.&nbsp;

(LISTEN TO FULL CONVERSATION WITH KEVIN WILKINS HERE)

The Ogallala City Council will meet again April 8.&nbsp;

<p>Ogallala, Ne - The Ogallala City Council held their regular March meeting on Tuesday (March 25). The Council approved adding Jeffrey Lampmann to the Ogallala Tree Board. It's a two-year term.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>The Council had a discussion with the public on the speed limit heading west on highway 30 towards the sale barn. City Manager Kevin Wilkins said "we had a citizen address the speed limits on Highway 30 as it goes towards the sale barn. I think they made a credible case for the State of Nebraska to examine the speed zone changes as it migrates out towards the intersection of Highway 30 and the bypass." The speed limit increases to 50mph right before the sale barn. "We will ask the State to take a look at that" Wilkins said.&nbsp;</p><figure>
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                        <figcaption>Kevin Wilkins - Ogallala City Manager</figcaption>
                    </figure><p>Action items heard by the council included an amendment to the agreement for consulting services with the Airport Improvement Program Project. Wilkens said this was just housekeeping to approve a 3rd party FAA requirement for payment to an engineering firm who already had worked on the Searle Field master layout plan. The council approved the item.&nbsp;</p><p>Also, the council talked about amending section 31.07 of the Municipal Code Regulating Historic Preservation Commision. "We amended a section of the municipal code related to the historic preservation commission a year ago," according to Wilkins. "I was trying to streamline the commission, so I took out some language the State preferred; in addition, we're adding some additional language that allows for historic overlays." He said, "you have a historic structure that may be zoned residential or commercial. You could put an overlay over that zoning designation for historic purposes. What that does is set you up for some additional tax credits or funding." Wilkins told the POST, "right now the primary intent of this is a proposed project at the Ogallala Middle School for 44 units of mixed to low-income housing there." Wilkins says "this helps facilitate moving that project forward. It gives that project additional points for the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority application. It could potentially get that area a Historic Preservation tax credit." Wilkens went on to say, "we're anticipating doing a historic overlay on that particular block where the Middle school sits and then incorporating the auditorium into that." The Council passed the motion.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>The Council also approved the installation of two automated license plate readers in Ogallala. One permanent reader on the viaduct and a mobile license plate reader. The readers can scan a license plate and automatically relay plates that are in the system for BOLO or Amber Alerts to law enforcement officials in the city and county. This is a statewide system already in place in other cities around Nebraska including North Platte and Kearney.&nbsp;</p><p>(LISTEN TO FULL CONVERSATION WITH KEVIN WILKINS HERE)</p><div><iframe title="Ogallala City Council Recap - City clears way for historic preservation zoning to help create space for low income housing" 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=4jx7n-186203f-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><p>The Ogallala City Council will meet again April 8.&nbsp;</p>

Ogallala City Council clears way for historic preservation zoning to help create space for low income housing (Interview Recap of Council Meeting)

North Platte, Neb. - People's Health in North Platte is back again to education young adults with their focus this time around on high school students with the annual Wild Night. This event is taking place Friday at Wild Bills from 4:00pm - 6:00pm.

Students have the opportunity to attend the event and earn a passport card and attend all the different agencies to learn. The event is geared around health. After students complete their passport, they will get a card and that card can get them free laser tag, bowling and pizza. Their will be raffles and giveaways. Students are asked to bring their HS ID with them

POST Canon Rath chatted with Elizabeth Thayer about the upcoming event. To learn more, checkout the podcast below.

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                    </figure><p><i>North Platte Post</i></p><p>North Platte, Neb. - People's Health in North Platte is back again to education young adults with their focus this time around on high school students with the annual Wild Night. This event is taking place Friday at Wild Bills from 4:00pm - 6:00pm.</p><figure>
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                    </figure><p>Students have the opportunity to attend the event and earn a passport card and attend all the different agencies to learn. The event is geared around health. After students complete their passport, they will get a card and that card can get them free laser tag, bowling and pizza. Their will be raffles and giveaways. Students are asked to bring their HS ID with them</p><p>POST Canon Rath chatted with Elizabeth Thayer about the upcoming event. To learn more, checkout the podcast below.</p><div><iframe title="(Audio) People's Health gearing up for Wild Night at Wild Bills this Friday" 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=s7cfq-185776b-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>

(Audio) People's Health gearing up for Wild Night at Wild Bills this Friday

Ogallala, Ne - The Ogallala Regional Arts Council is hosting another concert this Sunday, this time at the new Willow &amp; Oak Event Center at 801 Diamond Springs Trail on the north side of Ogallala. According to ORAC's Barb Jeffries, three members of the Council drove to Red Cloud a year ago to see The Wildwoods and said "they fell in love with their music". Jeffries and Elisha McBride joined Derek Beck on Thursday's Sandhills Spotlight on Z93.5 Country to talk about the show.

The Wildwoods have become a force in the folk scene, boasting accolades like being finalists at the FreshGrass Music Festival Band competition and Gems on VHS "Gems in the Rough" competition in 2023. Their songwriting prowess is underscored by semi-final placements in the International Songwriting competition, with tracks like "Untitled" and "Way of Train." Recognized consistently at the Omaha Arts and Entertainment Awards, they were crowned "Best Band" by the Lincoln Journal Star’s Lincoln Choice Awards in 2022.

The doors will open for the concert at 3:00pm Mountain time, at Willow and Oak. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.The Ogallala Regional Arts Council is able to bring entertainment to the area with the support of the Nebraska Arts Council, the Nebraska Cultural Endowment, and through the sale of tickets and&nbsp;memberships. Members will be admitted with membership cards. Individual tickets may also be purchased at the door. Individual tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for students.

Ogallala Regional Arts Council brings quality arts and entertainment to our community with the support of the Nebraska Arts Council, the Nebraska Cultural Endowment, donations, and your purchase of tickets or memberships. Thank you for your support! For more information about this program, email ogallalaarts@gmail.com

<p>Ogallala, Ne - The Ogallala Regional Arts Council is hosting another concert this Sunday, this time at the new Willow &amp; Oak Event Center at 801 Diamond Springs Trail on the north side of Ogallala. According to ORAC's Barb Jeffries, three members of the Council drove to Red Cloud a year ago to see The Wildwoods and said "they fell in love with their music". Jeffries and Elisha McBride joined Derek Beck on Thursday's Sandhills Spotlight on Z93.5 Country to talk about the show.</p><p>The Wildwoods have become a force in the folk scene, boasting accolades like being finalists at the FreshGrass Music Festival Band competition and Gems on VHS "Gems in the Rough" competition in 2023. Their songwriting prowess is underscored by semi-final placements in the International Songwriting competition, with tracks like "Untitled" and "Way of Train." Recognized consistently at the Omaha Arts and Entertainment Awards, they were crowned "Best Band" by the Lincoln Journal Star’s Lincoln Choice Awards in 2022.</p><div><iframe title="The Wildwoods will play Willow & Oak Sunday for Ogallala Regional Arts Council" 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=dfrc7-185298f-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><p>The doors will open for the concert at 3:00pm Mountain time, at Willow and Oak. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.The Ogallala Regional Arts Council is able to bring entertainment to the area with the support of the Nebraska Arts Council, the Nebraska Cultural Endowment, and through the sale of tickets and&nbsp;memberships. Members will be admitted with membership cards. Individual tickets may also be purchased at the door. Individual tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for students.</p><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fogallalaregionalartscouncil%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0puwmte88D2C3WvU59CzcLNG4Rs7sL2262Qd9CBLz1EDrH2xswkaMFs4VhE8M3vB2l&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="648" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div><p>Ogallala Regional Arts Council brings quality arts and entertainment to our community with the support of the Nebraska Arts Council, the Nebraska Cultural Endowment, donations, and your purchase of tickets or memberships. Thank you for your support! For more information about this program, email ogallalaarts@gmail.com</p>

(Podcast) The Wildwoods will play Willow & Oak Sunday for Ogallala Regional Arts Council

North Platte, Ne - March is National Agriculture Month, and Eagle Media is spotlighting businesses and organizations giving back to agriculure this month. For years, homeschool students either had to take a minimum number of classes at public schools to participate in Future Farmers of America, or missed out entirely. Now a new Nebraska Agriculture Acadamy has entered the picture over the last few years. It started with former public school teachers Breann Zimmer, and Ann Dvorak in 2022 and they ave since been joined by Katie Shadbolt who are all Nebraska Certified Agriculture Educators. The three teamed up to create an online agriculture education academy for homeschool students.

Zimmer, who joined Derek Beck this week on Sandhills Spotlight on Z 93.5 Country says, "The Nebraska Agriculture Academy provides hybrid education to students grades 7-12. Our goal is to make it possible for homeschool students across Nebraska to participate in FFA and learn about agriculture."

Get more information&nbsp;<a href="https://www.neagacademy.com/">here</a>. Enjoy the conversation with Zimmer and Derek Beck.

<p>North Platte, Ne - March is National Agriculture Month, and Eagle Media is spotlighting businesses and organizations giving back to agriculure this month. For years, homeschool students either had to take a minimum number of classes at public schools to participate in Future Farmers of America, or missed out entirely. Now a new Nebraska Agriculture Acadamy has entered the picture over the last few years. It started with former public school teachers Breann Zimmer, and Ann Dvorak in 2022 and they ave since been joined by Katie Shadbolt who are all Nebraska Certified Agriculture Educators. The three teamed up to create an online agriculture education academy for homeschool students.</p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1742388988627.jpeg" alt="Breann Zimmer, Head Teacher and Co-FFA Advisor of Nebraska Ag Acadamy" />
                        <figcaption>Breann Zimmer, Head Teacher and Co-FFA Advisor of Nebraska Ag Acadamy</figcaption>
                    </figure><p>Zimmer, who joined Derek Beck this week on Sandhills Spotlight on Z 93.5 Country says, "The Nebraska Agriculture Academy provides hybrid education to students grades 7-12. Our goal is to make it possible for homeschool students across Nebraska to participate in FFA and learn about agriculture."</p><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpermalink.php%3Fstory_fbid%3Dpfbid034SHpHk6EVFBb7H4UeDVRhptvJfY9Ryr4HA4HuQTgdMrwJPPwcG5E4cDtRodFGuhEl%26id%3D100093913262184&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="612" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div><p>Get more information&nbsp;<a href="https://www.neagacademy.com/">here</a>. Enjoy the conversation with Zimmer and Derek Beck.</p><div><iframe title="Homeschool Students can get agriculture classes and join FFA in Nebraska" 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=c3jn2-1851bda-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><figure>
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(Podcast) Homeschool Students can get agriculture classes and join FFA in Nebraska

Listen/Watch games, previously broadcast on Flatrock 100.7, courtesy of <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">NP Kubota</a>. <i>(home games at Prairie View gym are available to re-watch via HUDL with Flatrock 100.7 Audio)</i>

<a href="https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ne/ogallala/organization/11948/ogallala-high-school/watch?b=QnJvYWRjYXN0MjczNTY2MA%3D%3D">WATCH Ogallala vs. McCook game from Sept 9, 2025. Indians won 3-0</a>

<p>Listen/Watch games, previously broadcast on Flatrock 100.7, courtesy of <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">NP Kubota</a>. <i>(home games at Prairie View gym are available to re-watch via HUDL with Flatrock 100.7 Audio)</i></p><figure>
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                    </figure><h2>Volleyball 2025 Season</h2><p><a href="https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ne/ogallala/organization/11948/ogallala-high-school/watch?b=QnJvYWRjYXN0MjczNTY2MA%3D%3D">WATCH Ogallala vs. McCook game from Sept 9, 2025. Indians won 3-0</a></p><div><iframe title="Volleyball Replay - Ogallala 3-1 over Chase County (August 28, 2025)" 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=8s2j2-195351f-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><div><iframe title="Volleyball Replay - Ogallala 3-0 sweep of Hershey on Sept 2, 2025" 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=nvj4b-1953541-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><div><iframe title="Ogallala Volleyball wins Southwest Conference with 3-1 win over Holdrege (Play-By-Play)" 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=g5d2s-199ee60-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=1b1b1b" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>

INDIAN Replay (Ogallala Radio Broadcasts)

The spring semester is here and People's Health is once again making their way over to NPCC for this semester STD and Tacos. The event is for college students only and runs from 11:00am - 1:00pm in the NPCC Health Building room #25. 

Students can get tested for STD's, learn educational facts about sexual activity and more. West Central District Health Department will be on location to provide vaccines.

POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Elizabeth Thayer about the upcoming event. To learn more, check out the podcast below.

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                    </figure><p>The spring semester is here and People's Health is once again making their way over to NPCC for this semester STD and Tacos. The event is for college students only and runs from 11:00am - 1:00pm in the NPCC Health Building room #25. </p><p>Students can get tested for STD's, learn educational facts about sexual activity and more. West Central District Health Department will be on location to provide vaccines.</p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741717147146.jpeg" alt="***Note: The location for the event has changed to the NPCC Health Building room #125" />
                        <figcaption>***Note: The location for the event has changed to the NPCC Health Building room #125</figcaption>
                    </figure><p>POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Elizabeth Thayer about the upcoming event. To learn more, check out the podcast below.</p><div><iframe title="(Audio) People's Health STD and Taco event for NPCC students on Wednesday" 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=6sgra-1839662-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) People's Health STD and Taco event for NPCC students on Wednesday

POST news director had the chance to talk with North Platte native and Saturday's main even Jayson Scott about this weekends fights. The pair discuss training preparation, Scott's background and more. To learn more check out the podcast below.

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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655346441244.png" alt="<a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored by North Platte Kubota</a>" />
                        <figcaption><a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored by North Platte Kubota</a></figcaption>
                    </figure><p>POST news director had the chance to talk with North Platte native and Saturday's main even Jayson Scott about this weekends fights. The pair discuss training preparation, Scott's background and more. To learn more check out the podcast below.</p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741716625508.jpeg" alt="Jayson Scott (Canon Rath/POST)" />
                        <figcaption>Jayson Scott (Canon Rath/POST)</figcaption>
                    </figure><div><iframe title="(Audio) MCF 28 St. Paddy's Beatdown XIII - Jayson Scott" 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=bvi72-183961e-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) MCF 28 St. Paddy's Beatdown XIII - Jayson Scott

North Platte, Neb. - It's the time of the year when the Sandhill Cranes migration journey begins with plenty of them stopping in North Platte, Lincoln County and you can venture out to see the Sandhill Crane Migration. This year, Dusty Trails is offering tours with different parts of the day to check out this yearly migration. During the tour, you will learn about the birds and so much more. <a href="https://www.dustytrails.biz/sandhill-crane-tours">To sign up for a tour click here</a>. You can also check out the Prairie Chickens during this time and tours are available as well.&nbsp;

Nominations are now open for the North Platte Area Excellence in Tourism Awards but not a whole lot of time is left to get your nominations in. You can nominate someone in the following categories:&nbsp;

If you would like to nominate someone,<a href="https://form.jotform.com/250224323569151"> click here.</a>&nbsp;

POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Lisa Burke, the Executive Director of Visit North Platte about the Sandhill Cranes, Prairie Chickens, Excellence in Tourism awards and more! To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655346441244.png" alt="<a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a>" />
                        <figcaption><a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a></figcaption>
                    </figure><p><i>North Platte Post&nbsp;</i></p><p>North Platte, Neb. - It's the time of the year when the Sandhill Cranes migration journey begins with plenty of them stopping in North Platte, Lincoln County and you can venture out to see the Sandhill Crane Migration. This year, Dusty Trails is offering tours with different parts of the day to check out this yearly migration. During the tour, you will learn about the birds and so much more. <a href="https://www.dustytrails.biz/sandhill-crane-tours">To sign up for a tour click here</a>. You can also check out the Prairie Chickens during this time and tours are available as well.&nbsp;</p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741363182081.jpeg" alt="Sandhill Cranes (Courtesy of Visit North Platte)" />
                        <figcaption>Sandhill Cranes (Courtesy of Visit North Platte)</figcaption>
                    </figure><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741363269322.jpeg" alt="Prairie Chickens (Courtesy of Visit North Platte)" />
                        <figcaption>Prairie Chickens (Courtesy of Visit North Platte)</figcaption>
                    </figure><p>Nominations are now open for the North Platte Area Excellence in Tourism Awards but not a whole lot of time is left to get your nominations in. You can nominate someone in the following categories:&nbsp;</p><p><b>Events&nbsp;</b></p><p><b>Attractions&nbsp;</b></p><p><b>Retail&nbsp;</b></p><p><b>Volunteer of the Year&nbsp;</b></p><p><b>Hero of Tourism&nbsp;</b></p><p>If you would like to nominate someone,<a href="https://form.jotform.com/250224323569151"> click here.</a>&nbsp;</p><p>POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Lisa Burke, the Executive Director of Visit North Platte about the Sandhill Cranes, Prairie Chickens, Excellence in Tourism awards and more! To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;</p><div><iframe title="(Audio) Sandhill Cranes migration coming to the area, prairie chickens and nominations for Excellence in Tourism Awards!" 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=add5z-183049b-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) Sandhill Cranes migration coming to the area, prairie chickens and nominations for Excellence in Tourism Awards!

Rebecca Wrage joined Derek Beck this week as she is getting ready to share her chicken knowledge and answers your poultry-raising questions in two classes coming up with Mid Plains Community College.

The next class is at the Ogallala Campus- March 10, and there will be another at the Imperial Campus on April 8.

Register today by contacting our Ogallala Campus. 308-284-9830 or ogallala@mpcc.eduRegister online for Ogallala or Imperial's class at&nbsp;<a href="http://bceregister.mpcc.edu/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2cV2tAq_IDmD1fADnk6bhU-saeTrKcbeam3GrWFaZxbKgc8G4QRt--eJw_aem_3I1LfSiE5Msr8ET4gP7X_Q" target="_blank">http://bceregister.mpcc.edu</a>

<p>Rebecca Wrage joined Derek Beck this week as she is getting ready to share her chicken knowledge and answers your poultry-raising questions in two classes coming up with Mid Plains Community College.</p><p>The next class is at the Ogallala Campus- March 10, and there will be another at the Imperial Campus on April 8.</p><p>Register today by contacting our Ogallala Campus. 308-284-9830 or ogallala@mpcc.eduRegister online for Ogallala or Imperial's class at&nbsp;<a href="http://bceregister.mpcc.edu/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2cV2tAq_IDmD1fADnk6bhU-saeTrKcbeam3GrWFaZxbKgc8G4QRt--eJw_aem_3I1LfSiE5Msr8ET4gP7X_Q" target="_blank">http://bceregister.mpcc.edu</a></p><div><iframe title="(Podcast) Want to raise chickens? MPCC has class on starting your flock this Monday" 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=cstnc-182e8b2-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><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMPCCOgallala%2Fposts%2F1114530577131223&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="706" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

(Podcast) Want to raise chickens? MPCC has class on starting your flock this Monday

On today's episode of Knight's Weekly, we sat down with Jacob Brandl, the Head Coach of the North Platte Community College Men's Basketball team, to discuss last week's end-of-season games against Otero and Trinidad State while getting you prepared for Postseason Basketball.

<figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655346441244.png" alt="<a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a>" />
                        <figcaption><a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a></figcaption>
                    </figure><p>On today's episode of Knight's Weekly, we sat down with Jacob Brandl, the Head Coach of the North Platte Community College Men's Basketball team, to discuss last week's end-of-season games against Otero and Trinidad State while getting you prepared for Postseason Basketball.</p><div><iframe title="(Audio) Knight's Weekly #10 featuring North Platte Community College Men's Basketball Coach Jacob Brandl" 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=a8w2d-1827054-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>

(Audio) Knight's Weekly #10 featuring North Platte Community College Men's Basketball Coach Jacob Brandl

North Platte, Neb. -&nbsp;POST Derek Beck sat down with Holly Carlini from the Prairie Arts Center to chat about the Carousel Horses Project Carlini has been working on. To learn more, check out the podcast below.

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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655346441244.png" alt="<a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a>" />
                        <figcaption><a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a></figcaption>
                    </figure><p><i>North Platte Post</i></p><p>North Platte, Neb. -&nbsp;POST Derek Beck sat down with Holly Carlini from the Prairie Arts Center to chat about the Carousel Horses Project Carlini has been working on. To learn more, check out the podcast below.</p><div><iframe title="(Audio) Carasel Horses Project with Holly Carlini" 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=2fphs-1821534-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) Carousel Horses Project with Holly Carlini

North Platte, Neb. - Brave the icy cold water by taking a plunge in this year's 2025 Polar Plunge at Iron Horse Park in North Platte to benefit the Special Olympics Nebraska. The event is Saturday March 8th with registration beginning at 10:00am and the plunge begins at 11:00am. &nbsp;

A minimum of $50 is needed per person before plunging in the water but you can raise more money to earn more cool swag. You can also do the plunge in teams and even wear costumes! You can register at the event, but you can also register online by <a href="https://www.classy.org/campaign/north-platte-polar-plunge-2025/c648957">clicking here.</a>&nbsp;

POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Nathan Veal about the upcoming Polar Plunge. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;

<figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655346441244.png" alt="<a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Plate Kubota</a>" />
                        <figcaption><a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Plate Kubota</a></figcaption>
                    </figure><p><i>North Platte Post&nbsp;</i></p><p>North Platte, Neb. - Brave the icy cold water by taking a plunge in this year's 2025 Polar Plunge at Iron Horse Park in North Platte to benefit the Special Olympics Nebraska. The event is Saturday March 8th with registration beginning at 10:00am and the plunge begins at 11:00am. &nbsp;</p><p>A minimum of $50 is needed per person before plunging in the water but you can raise more money to earn more cool swag. You can also do the plunge in teams and even wear costumes! You can register at the event, but you can also register online by <a href="https://www.classy.org/campaign/north-platte-polar-plunge-2025/c648957">clicking here.</a>&nbsp;</p><p>POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Nathan Veal about the upcoming Polar Plunge. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;</p><div><iframe title="(Audio) Registration now open for the 2025 Polar Plunge!" 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=j7sb6-18213fc-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) Registration now open for the 2025 Polar Plunge!

Ogallala, Ne - Grant Jones, owner of Chundy Land &amp; Cattle south of Imperial came on Sandhills Spotlight on February 27 and spoke with Derek Beck about the Jones' SimAngus Bull sale that is coming up on March 15 at Ogallala Livestock. <a href="https://www.chundylandandcattle.com/2025-sale">CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON SALE</a>

Grant, along with his parents Shawn and Julie formed Chundy Land &amp; Cattle in 2016. This was also the year that the family purchased Bob and Randy Martin’s cow/calf pairs. The following year we had our first production sale in February at Imperial Auction Market. <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">(POST PODCAST sponsored by North Platte Kubota)</a>

Today, the operation consists of Stan and Phyllis Jones, Shawn and Julie Jones and Grant Jones, the sixth generation. Together, they work to maintain and grow this beautiful ranch we call home. The ranch is situated along the Chase and Dundy County lines (Chundy) in southwest Nebraska. They raise corn, soybeans and hay along with their commercial and registered cows. They also operate a small backgrounding lot and finish cattle at yards in Nebraska and Kansas. &nbsp;

<p>Ogallala, Ne - Grant Jones, owner of Chundy Land &amp; Cattle south of Imperial came on Sandhills Spotlight on February 27 and spoke with Derek Beck about the Jones' SimAngus Bull sale that is coming up on March 15 at Ogallala Livestock. <a href="https://www.chundylandandcattle.com/2025-sale">CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON SALE</a></p><p>Grant, along with his parents Shawn and Julie formed Chundy Land &amp; Cattle in 2016. This was also the year that the family purchased Bob and Randy Martin’s cow/calf pairs. The following year we had our first production sale in February at Imperial Auction Market. <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">(POST PODCAST sponsored by North Platte Kubota)</a></p><div><iframe title="Chundy Land & Cattle Company moves 9th Annual Bull sale to Ogallala on March 15" 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=b46ay-181ed58-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><p>Today, the operation consists of Stan and Phyllis Jones, Shawn and Julie Jones and Grant Jones, the sixth generation. Together, they work to maintain and grow this beautiful ranch we call home. The ranch is situated along the Chase and Dundy County lines (Chundy) in southwest Nebraska. They raise corn, soybeans and hay along with their commercial and registered cows. They also operate a small backgrounding lot and finish cattle at yards in Nebraska and Kansas. &nbsp;</p><figure>
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Chundy Land & Cattle Company moves 9th Annual Bull sale to Ogallala on March 15

Ogallala, Ne - The Ogallala City Council held their regular meeting last night, amongst the conversation, the council talked about future plans for the reconstruction of Highway 30 through Ogallala.

Ogallala City Manager, Kevin Wilkins said "The State, in order to move forward with a level of confidence to incur costs in the work and in the final design and getting ready to go out for bids; they (State) want some assurances from the local government. We have that agreement to move forward with this project." &nbsp;

Wilkins said the construction and reconstruction of highway 30 would be from one end to the other. The city is looking at a bid in 2026 and highway construction in 2027 or early 2028. &nbsp;

He says the reconstruction of 30 would primarily be around highway 61 and highway 30 junction, with resurfacing being the largest focus on the rest of highway 30 through Ogallala.&nbsp; <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">(LISTEN TO PODCAST sponsored by North Platte Kubota)</a>

The Council also discussed and voted in favor of the "Request for Qualification" for the City of Ogallala Flood Protection for City of Ogallala and Surrounding Areas. Wilkins said, this request had to happen for the City to be able to apply for an EPA Grant that potentially would give the City more funds to work on flood infrastructure when the highway 30 projects begin. The EPA Grant application is due in April of this year.&nbsp;

&nbsp;According to Wilkins, "we're looking at early estimates of eight million bucks to fix the drainage issues. &nbsp;We had a meeting with the Department of Roads a week ago and I think there's some synergy that we can gain as they tear up the highway. They've got a certain amount of drainage infrastructure that they need to replace if they tore it up anyway without oversizing it. We may be able to negotiate something where you (Department of Roads) pick up what it would cost to have just replaced it, and we (City of Ogallala) pay for the oversight.&nbsp;

They don't want to build a brand-new road and then two years later we get the money and then we go in and tear it out to put the flood infrastructure in. We're trying to time the two projects to happen at the same time."&nbsp;

Finally, Wilkins wanted to remind the public to fill out the Community Vision Survey. <a href="https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=rQHb_YNJbkOrNRrwQ7gYyUCfq-WcVPZPo1PiBHIkXCpUMVlBSEw1TDQ1VlNUUTE5VjVQTjZaSE1IUC4u&amp;route=shorturl&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawIsSXRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRjzbc-ID0NhfE4S5fvf4iNVl-jewe0ZSR2YLUrRZAH6c3zxnWMN62v5SQ_aem_GUtcWm2-EeCyRYFfKPAiBQ">CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY</a>

The city is planning a public open house meeting on April 6 to share and discuss the feedback from this survey.&nbsp;

The City of Ogallala is embarking on an update to its Comprehensive Plan to guide future growth and development. &nbsp;

All residents and stakeholders are encouraged to participate in this public open house meeting.&nbsp;

<p>Ogallala, Ne - The Ogallala City Council held their regular meeting last night, amongst the conversation, the council talked about future plans for the reconstruction of Highway 30 through Ogallala.</p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1736963504459.jpeg" alt="Kevin Wilkins - Ogallala City Manager" />
                        <figcaption>Kevin Wilkins - Ogallala City Manager</figcaption>
                    </figure><p>Ogallala City Manager, Kevin Wilkins said "The State, in order to move forward with a level of confidence to incur costs in the work and in the final design and getting ready to go out for bids; they (State) want some assurances from the local government. We have that agreement to move forward with this project." &nbsp;</p><p>Wilkins said the construction and reconstruction of highway 30 would be from one end to the other. The city is looking at a bid in 2026 and highway construction in 2027 or early 2028. &nbsp;</p><p>He says the reconstruction of 30 would primarily be around highway 61 and highway 30 junction, with resurfacing being the largest focus on the rest of highway 30 through Ogallala.&nbsp; <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">(LISTEN TO PODCAST sponsored by North Platte Kubota)</a></p><div><iframe title="Ogallala City Council Meeting Recap from Feb 25 with Kevin Wilkins" 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=jbxik-181bf2b-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><p>The Council also discussed and voted in favor of the "Request for Qualification" for the City of Ogallala Flood Protection for City of Ogallala and Surrounding Areas. Wilkins said, this request had to happen for the City to be able to apply for an EPA Grant that potentially would give the City more funds to work on flood infrastructure when the highway 30 projects begin. The EPA Grant application is due in April of this year.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;According to Wilkins, "we're looking at early estimates of eight million bucks to fix the drainage issues. &nbsp;We had a meeting with the Department of Roads a week ago and I think there's some synergy that we can gain as they tear up the highway. They've got a certain amount of drainage infrastructure that they need to replace if they tore it up anyway without oversizing it. We may be able to negotiate something where you (Department of Roads) pick up what it would cost to have just replaced it, and we (City of Ogallala) pay for the oversight.&nbsp;</p><p>They don't want to build a brand-new road and then two years later we get the money and then we go in and tear it out to put the flood infrastructure in. We're trying to time the two projects to happen at the same time."&nbsp;</p><p>Finally, Wilkins wanted to remind the public to fill out the Community Vision Survey. <a href="https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=rQHb_YNJbkOrNRrwQ7gYyUCfq-WcVPZPo1PiBHIkXCpUMVlBSEw1TDQ1VlNUUTE5VjVQTjZaSE1IUC4u&amp;route=shorturl&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawIsSXRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRjzbc-ID0NhfE4S5fvf4iNVl-jewe0ZSR2YLUrRZAH6c3zxnWMN62v5SQ_aem_GUtcWm2-EeCyRYFfKPAiBQ">CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY</a></p><p>The city is planning a public open house meeting on April 6 to share and discuss the feedback from this survey.&nbsp;</p><p>The City of Ogallala is embarking on an update to its Comprehensive Plan to guide future growth and development. &nbsp;</p><p>All residents and stakeholders are encouraged to participate in this public open house meeting.&nbsp;</p>

Ogallala City Council Agrees to Move Forward with Highway 30 Reconstruction in Future; Community Vision Plan

Ogallala, Ne - The Chase County Fair &amp; Expo in Imperial announced that country music artist Husdson Westbrook will headline the Saturday night show (August 16) at the fair today. Jakob Burke from the fair board called into Sandhills Spotlight with Derek Beck on Monday morning, February 24 to make the announcement. <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">(POST PODCASTS SPONSORED BY NORTH PLATTE KUBOTA)</a>

<p>Ogallala, Ne - The Chase County Fair &amp; Expo in Imperial announced that country music artist Husdson Westbrook will headline the Saturday night show (August 16) at the fair today. Jakob Burke from the fair board called into Sandhills Spotlight with Derek Beck on Monday morning, February 24 to make the announcement. <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">(POST PODCASTS SPONSORED BY NORTH PLATTE KUBOTA)</a></p><div><iframe title="Hudson Westbrook To Headline Saturday Night at Chase County Fair (Announcement)" 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=z5g5m-1814d66-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><figure>
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                    </figure><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FChaseCountyFair%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0XGdgXMRkMm3byT6zMGcrfqZjPeJP3T384rLCNwwEMe8QHJxuLCmA6UvtzRDNPTBGl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="679" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Hudson Westbrook To Headline Saturday Night at Chase County Fair (Announcement)

On today's episode of Knight's Weekly, we sat down with Jacob Brandl, the Head Coach of the North Platte Community College Men's Basketball team, to discuss last week's split between Western Nebraska and Northeastern. We also dabbled into the emotional side of basketball and how to keep a team composed with pressure mounting as we draw closer to playoff time.&nbsp;

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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655146989142.png" alt="<a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a>" />
                        <figcaption><a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a></figcaption>
                    </figure><p>On today's episode of Knight's Weekly, we sat down with Jacob Brandl, the Head Coach of the North Platte Community College Men's Basketball team, to discuss last week's split between Western Nebraska and Northeastern. We also dabbled into the emotional side of basketball and how to keep a team composed with pressure mounting as we draw closer to playoff time.&nbsp;</p><div><iframe title="(Audio) Knight's Weekly #9 featuring North Platte Community College Men's Basketball Coach Jacob Brandl" 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=8h76d-18146f8-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>

(Audio) Knight's Weekly #9 featuring North Platte Community College Men's Basketball Coach Jacob Brandl

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

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

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

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                    </figure><p>North Platte, Ne - The Nebraska Sparklers, is the Nebraska chapter of the Miss America’s Little Sisters Mentoring Program. The program began as a goodwill gesture between girls in the local community and the visiting delegates. Miss Nebraska Organization's Megan Doughty says Sparklers is for little girls 6-12 years old, "they are paired with one of the Miss or Teen delegate during the Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska's Teen cometition in June for the entirety of the week. The girls get to dance with the delgates on stage, are introduced to the pageant crowd and more".&nbsp;</p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740144326660.jpeg" alt="Megan Doughty, Executive Director of Miss Nebraska Organization" />
                        <figcaption>Megan Doughty, Executive Director of Miss Nebraska Organization</figcaption>
                    </figure><p>The POST spoke in depth about Miss Nebraska Organization's events over the winter and Nebraska Sparklers. <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">Enjoy the conversation below, sponsored by North Platte Kubota.</a></p><div><iframe title="Applicatin deadline nears for Miss Nebraska &quot;Sparklers&quot; (PODCAST)" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=yc6ek-180fb7b-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p>The entry deadline is at the end of February,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.missnebraska.org/little-sister-form" target="_blank">CLICK HERE to apply</a>.&nbsp;</p><figure>
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Application deadline nears for Miss Nebraska "Sparklers" (PODCAST)

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

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

<p>North Platte, Ne - It's Nebraska 4-H month! Tonight, the Lincoln/Logan/McPherson County 4H'rs are hosting an open house at the North Platte Extension Office on State Farm Road. Learn about 4-H and how you can get involved. They will have light refreshments and kid friendly activities. 4-H club leaders &amp; professionals will be present to answer questions. Enroll on sight! The event is from 4pm-7pm at the North Platte Extension Office at 348 West State Farm Road.</p><p>LISTEN TO CONVERSATION with Caitlyn Jacobson (4H Extension Educator) about tonights event. <a href="http://www.npkubota.com">Podcast Sponsored by North Platte Kubota.</a></p><div><iframe title="Local 4H'ers hosting open house tonight at North Platte Extension Office" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=jyvgc-180b84c-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=1&fonts=Times%20New%20Roman&skin=1b1b1b&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>

4H Open House tonight in North Platte

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

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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655346441244.png" alt="<a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a>" />
                        <figcaption><a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a></figcaption>
                    </figure><p>On today's episode of Knight's Weekly, we sat down with Jacob Brandl, Head Coach of the North Platte Community College Men's Basketball team, to discuss last week's victory over the #1 team in the Region 9 South Lamar Community College, as well as discussing the overall development and growth of the team down the stretch.</p><div><iframe title="(Audio) Knight's Weekly #8 featuring North Platte Community College Men's Basketball Coach Jacob Brandl" 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=nx5ay-17f1921-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) Knight's Weekly #8 featuring North Platte Community College Men's Basketball Coach Jacob Brandl

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

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

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                    </figure><p><i>North Platte Post&nbsp;</i></p><p>North Platte, Neb. - The 2025 NEBRASKALand DAYS Buffalo Bill Birthday Bash is quickly approaching this Saturday at the D&amp;N Event Center. The event is set to begin with the doors opening at 6:00pm, a live auction at 7:00pm and live music from local artist Drew Phillips Band to begin at 9:00pm. Tickets are on sale and can be purchased online or at the door. Tickets get you entry for two drink tickets and also a meal will be served. This year's theme is Star Wars.</p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739806894310.jpeg" alt="<br>" />
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                    </figure><p>POST news director Canon Rath chatted with NEBRASKALand DAYS Executive Director Bob Lantis about the upcoming event. To learn more, check out the podcast below.&nbsp;</p><div><iframe title="(Audio) NEBRASKAland Days prepares for 2025 Buffalo Bill Birthday Bash" 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=tuzpq-180616f-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) NEBRASKAland Days Prepares for 2025 Buffalo Bill Birthday Bash

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

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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655346441244.png" alt="<a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a>" />
                        <figcaption><a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a></figcaption>
                    </figure><div><iframe title="(LISTEN) Hazardous conditions hitting the listening area over the next few days" 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=bgehp-18061a9-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><p><i>North Platte Post</i></p><p>Winter weather has once again struck North Platte and the listening area. Snow is falling and is expected to fall until tomorrow. An extreme cold advisory is in effect until tomorrow. POST news director Canon Rath chatted with Bill Taylor, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, North Platte office about this storm. To learn more, check out their conversation on top.</p><figure>
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(LISTEN) Hazardous conditions hitting the listening area over the next few days

On today's episode of Knight's Weekly, we sat down with Jacob Brandl, the Head Coach of the North Platte Community College Men's Basketball team, to discuss last week's crazy games, which concluded with the Knights winning their last two against inner state rivals Central and Southeast. Coach Brandl also opens up about his coaching philosophies and overall culture goals for his program.

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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655346441244.png" alt="<a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a>" />
                        <figcaption><a href="https://www.npkubota.com/">Post Podcast Sponsored By North Platte Kubota</a></figcaption>
                    </figure><p>On today's episode of Knight's Weekly, we sat down with Jacob Brandl, the Head Coach of the North Platte Community College Men's Basketball team, to discuss last week's crazy games, which concluded with the Knights winning their last two against inner state rivals Central and Southeast. Coach Brandl also opens up about his coaching philosophies and overall culture goals for his program.</p><div><iframe title="(Audio) Knight's Weekly #7 featuring North Platte Community College Men's Basketball Coach Jacob Brandl" 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=nx5ay-17f1921-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>