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Nebraska Extension drought workshop helps producers deal with drought conditions
4+ hour, 18+ min ago (239+ words) knopnews2. com NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The Nebraska Extension hosted a workshop Wednesday morning for ag producers, focusing on how to use drought monitoring and forecasting tools, assess drought impacts and risks, explore management strategies, and identify available resources. Organizers say…...
Pastor charged with manslaughter after man drowns in kiddie pool during baptism
2+ week, 15+ hour ago (64+ words) knopnews2. com Cheryl Bartley, 48, faces one count of gross negligence manslaughter for the death of Robert Smith on Oct. 8, 2023 in Birmingham, prosecutors said. The Life Changing Ministries ceremony was being held in a kiddie pool and livestreamed on Facebook. Bartley is…...
Young researchers showcase projects at North Platte science competition
3+ week, 2+ day ago (67+ words) knopnews2. com Young researchers showcase projects at North Platte science competition Schools offer Easter egg delivery service as fundraiser OFD: Discarded smoking materials spark deck fire at North Omaha home Man sentenced in homicide at North Omaha motorcycle club This Day…...
Lou Holtz, legendary college football coach, dies at 89
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1269+ words) The pint-sized motivator who restored greatness at Notre Dame and demanded it everywhere else he went died in Orlando, Florida, Notre Dame announced Wednesday. He was 89. Spokeswoman Katy Lonergan said the family did not provide a cause of death. "Notre…...
National Weather Service reports abnormal drought conditions across Nebraska
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (214+ words) NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The National Weather Service says abnormal drought conditions continue across greater Nebraska. Much of the region remains below average for precipitation, with dry soils continuing to impact agriculture and water supplies. Officials say while some areas…...
Local Theater and College team up for "The Arkansaw Bear"
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (84+ words) knopnews2. com Local Theater and College team up for "The Arkansaw Bear" Lincoln County text alert system sees strong resident participation Reaching One Classroom at a Time Reaching One Classroom at a Time: REACH grant funds North Platte Cheer safety gear…...
Tyson Foods to close major beef-processing plant in Lexington
5+ mon, 2+ day ago (258+ words) NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Tyson Foods announced plans to close one of its largest beef-processing plants in Nebraska. Employees in Lexington were notified via a letter that News 2 obtained on Friday that the plant is planning to cease certain operations…...