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NSP announces results of Alcohol Compliance Checks in Dawes, Scotts Bluff, Garden Counties
NORTH PLATTE, NEB. — Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol conducted numerous alcohol compliance checks in April. These checks were conducted in partnership with local public health agencies. On April 6, investigators conducted alcohol compliance checks in Dawes County. In total 26 businesses were inspected. Two of those businesses...
Nebraska State Highway Commission Meeting to be Held in Gering
(Lincoln, Neb.) — The Nebraska State Highway Commission will hold its regular meeting and District 5 construction program hearing on May 17, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. MT at the Gering Civic Center in Gering (1050 M St). This in-person meeting can also be attended virtually by phone or by WebEx.
🚧 Road Maintenance Alert for US 26 in Morrill County, NE – Expect Delays Until 2:30 PM MDT Today
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Nebraska. Local transportation agencies have announced ongoing road maintenance work that is affecting traffic between Road 99D, located approximately 2 miles east of Bridgeport, and Bruner Street near Broadwater. Motorists are advised to be cautious of alternating lane closures and should look out for flaggers directing traffic. The purpose of the road work includes washing bridge decks and rails. The maintenance is expected to continue until today at approximately 2:30 PM MDT. Drivers should plan their route accordingly and allow for extra travel time due to potential delays.
🚧 Update on Road Maintenance Between River Road and CR 20, Scotts Bluff County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Nebraska. Attention drivers in Scotts Bluff County: ongoing road maintenance work has been reported between River Road and County Road 20, approximately 19 to 21 miles east of Lyman. The authorities have announced that bridge washing is currently taking place, which has resulted in alternating lane closures. To ensure the safety of all travelers, as well as the road crew, a pilot car is guiding traffic through the area, and flaggers are present to direct alternating traffic flows. Motorists are advised to be vigilant for flaggers and to adhere to their directions when passing through the construction zone. This work is expected to continue until today at around 3:30 PM MDT. Commuters planning to travel through this stretch are recommended to allocate extra time for potential delays or consider alternative routes to bypass the construction activity.
Miss Nebraska Morgan Baird to speak at WNCC commencement ceremony
SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. (May 1, 2024) - WNCC will confer 331 degrees, diplomas, and certificates at the 92nd Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 11. Morgan Baird, Miss Nebraska 2023, of Gering, will deliver this year's commencement address. Baird is a graduate of WNCC (Class of 2021) where she studied Social Science before transferring to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where she graduated with her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in May of 2023.
🚧 Construction Update for Scotts Bluff County, NE
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Nebraska. An automated report from the Waze navigation app, which has been integrated with the NE 511 system, indicates that road construction is currently taking place at 230268 Highland Road in Scotts Bluff County, NE. Please be aware that the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) has stated they cannot guarantee the accuracy of this report. Residents and travelers in the area are advised to be cautious and to plan for possible delays due to the construction. For those commuting through this area, consider taking alternative routes or allowing extra travel time until the construction activity concludes.
🚧 Update: County Road 5 in Scotts Bluff, NE Reported Closed
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Nebraska. A recent update derived from Waze users indicates that there is a road closure on County Road 5 in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. This report has been automatically generated within the NE 511 system by the Waze navigation app. Please note that the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) has stated they cannot guarantee the accuracy of this automated report. Commuters are advised to seek alternative routes and to confirm road status through official channels or local news updates where possible.
🚧 Road Maintenance Update: Right Lane Closure on NE 71, Scotts Bluff County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Nebraska. Attention drivers in Scotts Bluff County, maintenance works currently being conducted on NE 71 are progressing as planned. Due to ongoing ditch digging activities, the right lane between County Road 21 and County Road W, approximately 37 to 39 miles north of Kimball, remains closed to traffic. The closure is expected to remain in effect until approximately 3:30PM MDT today. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through the area and may want to allow for extra travel time or seek alternative routes if possible. Ensuring the safety of the road crews and drivers is critical, so please remain vigilant while the road maintenance is underway.
2024 Cattlemen's Ball Activities Unveiled
Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska – The 2024 Cattlemen’s Ball of Nebraska is gearing up for an unforgettable weekend in Scotts Bluff County, and we’re thrilled to share the exciting lineup of activities. that await our guests. As we unite to raise funds for cancer research, showcasing rural...
Construction on canal tunnels in Panhandle could begin in fall
The 2024 Yonts Water Conference, on April 10, hosted representatives from the Goshen Irrigation District and HDR Engineering, who presented an update on the progress of replacing the tunnels on the Goshen and Gering-Fort Laramie Irrigation Districts 129-mile-long mainline canal. “We’ve selected a contractor, Atkinson Construction, a relatively large full-service...
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