Overton falls short of state tournament

Overton falls short of state tournament

NORTH PLATTE - The North Platte St. Pat's boys used a physical and strong defensive performance to handle Overton 69-44 in the D1-1 District Final Monday night. What started out to be a competitive first quarter and a few leads by Overton, it would soon turn into a one sided…
Kearney VFD Responds to Industrial Fire Late Monday Morning

Kearney VFD Responds to Industrial Fire Late Monday Morning

KEARNEY, NE -The Kearney Volunteer Fire Department (KVFD) was dispatched to an industrial fire at Andersen Wrecking located at 1912 Avenue M in Kearney on Monday morning. Upon arrival, fire crews found heavy black smoke and flames coming from the exterior and interior of Anderson's sorting building. Firefighters worked to…
Devlin signs with Lane College

Devlin signs with Lane College

Gothenburg softball standout Hannah Devlin signed a letter of intent to play at NCAA Division Two Lane College, Jackson TN. Devlin helped lead the Swedes to a 25-12 record this past season and a trip to the Class C state tournament. She went 13-10 in the circle with an ERA…
Soil Health Gap project setting up baselines and schools for ag producers

Soil Health Gap project setting up baselines and schools for ag producers

Agriculturists, from growers to livestock producers, rely heavily on the soil and its health to make their operations thrive. In a collaborative effort, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) is supporting Nebraska Extension, specifically Bijesh Maharjan, soil nutrient and management specialist’s Soil Health Gap project…
World Pork Expo® Returns with Exciting Updates for 2024

World Pork Expo® Returns with Exciting Updates for 2024

DES MOINES, Iowa, February 27, 2024 – The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) is thrilled to unveil the highly anticipated 2024 World Pork Expo, set to take place on June 5-6 at the iconic Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, Iowa. The two-day event promises an immersive experience from 9 a.m. to 5…
Wildfire Continues in Central Nebraska

Wildfire Continues in Central Nebraska

Update on the Betty's Way Fire On February 26th at 10:32a.m. North Platte 911 center received a phone call reporting a wildfire from a resident on Betty’s Way, approximately 8.6 miles northeast of North Platte. North Platte Fire Department responded with 3 stations and arrived on scene within 12 minutes.…
Chart-topping country sensation Nate Smith to headline UNK concert

Chart-topping country sensation Nate Smith to headline UNK concert

NATE SMITH w/special guest Lauren Watkins Date: April 10 Time: 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.) Place: Health & Sports Center, University of Nebraska at Kearney Tickets: Reserved tickets $35, $45, $55 plus fees On Sale: 10 a.m. March 1 www.unk.edu/natesmith KEARNEY – Nate Smith’s world is on fire. One of the most electrifying up-and-comers…
Danielson to take over KHS girls basketball

Danielson to take over KHS girls basketball

Kearney – The Kearney Public Schools (KPS) Athletics Department is excited to announce the hiring of Drew Danielson as the new Head Coach for the Bearcat Girls Basketball Program at Kearney High School, starting in the fall of 2024. Danielson, who brings a wealth of experience and a winning pedigree…