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Dr. James Linder to replace Dr. Gold on Nebraska Medicine board
OMAHA — Nebraska Medicine’s board of directors this week chose Dr. James Linder, CEO of Nebraska Medicine, to replace new University of Nebraska President Dr. Jeffrey Gold as chair. Linder has been CEO since 2018 and has helped teach at UNMC for four decades. He has served stints...
INTERNET IMPROVEMENTS PLANNED FOR NORTHEAST NEBRASKA
PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA BROADBAND FIBER OPTIC PROJECT, LOCATED ON THE WINNEBAGO RESERVATION AND THE COMMUNITIES OF EMERSON, HOMER, AND WAKEFIELD IN THURSTON COUNTY ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC REVIEW AND COMMENT. THE PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT IS TO CONNECT UNSERVED AND UNDERSERVED TRIBAL HOUSEHOLDS, BUSINESSES,...
Dotting the ‘i’ in NE-INBRE
Tami Houdesheldt says she’s not a science person. But she loves the Nebraska INBRE (IDeA Networks of Biomedical Research Excellence) program. Houdesheldt, who has been the NE-INBRE program associate for three years, just finished assisting principal investigator Paul Sorgen, PhD, in filing the National Institutes of Health grant request for another five-year extension of the grant, which UNMC has been receiving for 25 years.
Teenagers build new life skills, prepare for workforce with summer jobs
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - While summer is typically a time to play outside and have fun, for many teenagers it means working to gain new life skills to take with them in their adult years. There are a variety of job options that teenagers have during the summer, from...
North Platte Public Schools Board of Education discuss 2024-25 budget
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The North Platte Public Schools Board of Education met for the first time Tuesday morning to discuss the budget for the 2024-25 school year. Members of the Board met for budget 1.0 to discuss a variety of topics in the district. This gave the Board an opportunity to determine where they want to be regarding property taxes.
First Bank Juniors Struggle Against McCook
With the Nebraska American Legion B-6 Area Tournament on the horizon, the Minden First Bank Juniors (11-4) aimed to build some momentum when the team traveled to Grand Island to take on Tom Dinsdale Automotive Juniors on July 9. Grand Island made life difficult for the First Bank squad, tallying...
North Platte Police Department seeking public help identifying subjects
North Platte, Neb. - The North Platte Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying the subjects in these photos, as part of an investigation regarding a theft. If you have any information on the identity of these subjects, please contact the North Platte Police Department at 308-535-6789 or submit your information anonymously at lincolncountycrimestoppers.com or by calling, 308-534-8400.
Tree donated for Tree Lane Road
The West Central Research, Extension and Education Center in North Platte recently received the donation of a tree to Tree Lane Road from North Platte native Jennifer Robinson. Tree Lane road was established in the 1920s after the research center opened in 1904. The scenic lane, which runs south from...
Exciting news for classic rock fans
GRAND ISLAND — The classic rock band, Quiet Riot, is set to electrify Grand Island, Nebraska, with a live performance at the Platt Duetsche on October 19th, 2024. Doors will open at 6:00 PM for a big evening of live music, with opening supporting acts Exit 312 and Whiskey Bent.
Former Norris Titan, Kale Fountain, drafted to the San Diego Padres in the MLB
Firth, NE -- A southeast Nebraska athlete is heading to the MLB after a state championship season at Norris High School. Kale Fountain, who will be playing baseball next spring in Baton Rouge for the Louisiana State Tigers, was drafted with the 151st pick in the 2024 MLB Draft Sunday to the San Diego Padres.
Heating and air companies working to keep up with busy season
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Heating and air companies are experiencing busy season as the extreme heat has caused an uptick in broken AC units. One company that is experiencing an influx in customers is SNP Heating and Air LLC. Owner of SNP, Shawn Pochop, is urging the community to...
Late Score Costs McCook MNB Seniors After Late Charge From Norton
Monday's game against Norton Varsity American Legion was a heartbreaker for McCook MNB Seniors, as they lost the lead late in a 5-4 defeat at Norton. The game was tied at four in the bottom of the sixth when Logan Willour lined out, scoring one run. McCook MNB Seniors lost despite out-hitting Norton nine to five. Simon Garcia led McCook MNB Seniors with three hits. McCook MNB Seniors got on the board in the top of the third inning after Quentin Terry singled, and Norton committed an error, each scoring one run. Norton jumped back into the lead in the bottom of the fourth inning after McCook MNB Seniors committed an error, Kai Cop reached on catcher's interference, and Collin Springer hit into a fielder's choice, each scoring one run. McCook MNB Seniors took the lead in the top of the sixth inning after Garcia doubled, and Terry was struck by a pitch, each scoring one run. In the bottom of the sixth inning, Norton went back into the lead after Springer singled, and Willour lined out, each scoring one run. Trenton Raile opened the game for McCook MNB Seniors. They surrendered five hits and five runs (one earned) over six innings, striking out five and walking one. Jaden Boyle led things off on the bump for Norton. They surrendered seven hits and two runs (one earned) over four innings, striking out none and walking one. Garcia led McCook MNB Seniors with one run batted in. They went 3-for-4 on the day. Terry collected two hits for McCook MNB Seniors in three at bats. Miles Pollmann stole two bases. Springer went 1-for-4 at the plate as the leadoff hitter led the team with two runs batted in. Ryan Prewo, Owen Hammond, Springer, Tyler Stewart, and Cop each collected one hit for Norton. McCook MNB Seniors will travel to Minden for their next game on Friday.
McCook FCB Junior American Legion Baseball Advances to Championship Game
The McCook First Central Bank Junior American Legion Baseball Team is now two wins away from advancing the the Class B State Baseball Tournament. McCook will take on Alliance and must win twice as Alliance has yet to lose a game in the B7 District Tournament. Meanwhile McCook must fight off elimination as McCook has lost once to Alliance back on July 14th by a final score of 13-5. First pitch tonight from the Jaycee Sports Complex in McCook is set for 5:00pm with game two (If Necessary) will follow.
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