The Cedar Bowl in North Platte may be here to stay.

The long-time North Platte business closed its doors earlier this month, but new owners are hoping to take over.

According to a post on the Facebook page, “Save Bowling in North Platte,” local entrepreneurs Lonnie and Kelly Parsons and Chris and Gary Suhr have plans to purchase the business, pending financing.

According to the post, “All are long-time North Platters with a commitment to seeing our community grow and prosper.”

The Parsons and Suhrs say they are preparing their business plan to transform the Cedar Bowl into a state-of-the-art bowling alley and family entertainment center.  The facility will also feature a “family-friendly” restaurant.

They say keeping the business open will create 35 plus jobs, bring sales tax dollars to North Platte and increase the quality of life for residents.

Parsons said the purchase is contingent upon the city making Quality Growth Funds available.  He said they are not requesting funding for the full amount of restoration, just a percentage of the cost.

The Cedar Bowl has operated in its current location since 1978.

No date has been set for the reopening, however, the new owners hope to be operational in time to hold fall bowling leagues.