The struggles of the Hotel Pawnee will come to an end when its doors are closed on August 31.

The troubled assisted living facility has been under scrutiny since being placed on probation by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) last year.

The DHHS noted numerous violations throughout the facility including issues with maintenance, cleanliness and personnel issues.  The State of Nebraska’s Electrical Inspector also found numerous problems with the buildings electrical system, and issued an ultimatum that the issues be resolved by a licensed electrician.

Attorney General Jon Bruning filed a suit against the Hotel Pawnee last August because they had been operating for several years without providing workers compensation insurance to its employees.

While many North Platte residents feel the building and its residents are a hindrance to the beauty of Downtown, many others feel that the services provided by the facility are vital to the city.

In any case, the Hotel Pawnee is a part of North Platte’s rich and proud history, and within its walls lie the memories of several generations of North Platte residents.

The future of the building is unknown.