HARRISON, Neb. (AP) — Authorities say a Scottsbluff man has been killed in a motorcycle crash.
The accident occurred around 11:15 a.m. Saturday about 10 miles south of Harrison on Nebraska Highway 29. The Nebraska State Patrol says the motorcyclist lost control on a curve.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The patrol identified him a 54-year-old Marcelo Escamilla Jr.
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Lincoln officials say the city has amassed enough funds to build a permanent hazardous waste facility that could open by fall 2017.
Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department Director Judy Halstead says the city can move forward with design and construction plans after collecting $320,000 from the Nebraska Environmental Trust, $300,000 from the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality and $600,000 in city tax dollars.
The building will store household and small business hazardous waste until the city’s national contractor collects it. Hazardous waste that will be collected include pesticides, car fluids, cleaning agents, and items that contain mercury and oil-based paint.
Halstead says there will be no permanent staff at the facility, which will be built near the city’s landfill transfer station.
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Authorities say a man has died in the crash of his motorcycle on Interstate 480 in Omaha as he headed toward Iowa.
Officers and medics were dispatched around 6:10 p.m. Sunday after the crash was reported near the 8th Street underpass.
Omaha police say the man lost control of his motorcycle after striking a concrete barrier. The impact propelled him over the barrier and onto the ground below. The man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Omaha police identified him as 29-year-old Mark Adams, who lived in the Omaha suburb of La Vista.
A Denver man suffered life-threatening injuries when his pickup collided head-on with a semi on Interstate 80.
According to Nebraska State Patrol spokeswoman Deb Collins, troopers responded to an injury accident near mile marker 185, five miles west of Maxwell, at around 8:10 a.m.
According to the Patrol, 29-year-old Marc E. Strawser was driving his 2005 Ford F-150 westbound when he lost control, crossed the median and collided head-on with an eastbound semi driven by 26-year-old Mario King, of Homestead, Florida.
Strawser was ejected from the vehicle and, according to a witness, traveled approximately 40 feet before coming to rest in the roadway.
Strawser was transported to Great Plains health via ambulance with life-threatening injuries. His condition is unknown. Witnesses reported that CPR was performed on Strawser while he was still on the scene. He was reportedly breathing when he was transported to the hospital.
King was also transported to GPH where he was treated and released.
The crash closed a portion of I-80 between Maxwell and North Platte for about three and a half hours.
The investigation is ongoing.
North Platte, Neb. – June 6, 2016 – The cowboys and cowgirls at the Buffalo Bill Rodeo in North Platte are about to get some big help.
The Great Plains Health Sports Medicine Team will bring its new mobile medical trailer to each night of the Buffalo Bill Rodeo, June 15-18. The trailer is used by athletic trainers and doctors at a variety of sporting events, and for four days in June, it’ll be alongside the Wild West Arena. Continue reading “Medical care at the rodeo”
Albert L. (Lyle) Moore, 87, of Stapleton died June 4, 2016 at his home. He was born June 26, 1928 at Finchville, NE to John R. and Urah (Beaver) Moore. He attended school at Gandy. Lyle served in the United States Army at Fr. Bliss and also served in England for 1 ½ years.
On December 31, 1952 he married Edna Blagdon Mitchell. They made their home on a farm south of Stapleton. Lyle was an agent for the Farmers Mutual Insurance Company for 50 years. He enjoyed many years of hunting in Nebraska and Colorado.
Survivors are step-daughters, Lila Engleman, Luella (Robert) Joedeman, and Shirley Mitchell all of Stapleton; grandchildren, Connie (Dan) Paxton of Lincoln, Brenda Coon (Jason Myers) of Arnold, Pam (Tim) Smith of North Platte, Michael (Malinda) Engleman of Stapleton, Linda (Joel) Wentworth of Emmet, NE, Kenneth (Carol) Joedeman of Stapleton, Robert (Kristi) Joedeman of Gurley, NE Bryan (Sue) Joedeman of Litchfield, MN, Lori (Darryl) Busenitz of Burns, KS, Julie (Kenley) Udd of Mills, Jerri (David) Loewer of Burden, KS, Penni (Tim) Shaw of Bassett, NE, Debi (Shane) Sundermann of Lincoln, Jan (Peter) Tighe of Broomfield, CO, Kris (Jenni) Joedeman of Stapleton, Kari Joedeman of Gandy, and Nikki (Lamar) Jackson of Coon Rapids, MN; sisters-in-law, Wanda Moore of Ogallala, and Marilyn Moore of North Platte; 59 great-grandchildren; and 20 great-great-grandchildren.
Lyle was preceded in death by his parents; wife of 37 years, Edna; brothers, Samuel (Lenora), John, and Ray; sisters, Margaret (Ira) Cumpston, Helen (Melvin) Waits, Zelma Moore, Audrey (Larry) Bierma, Betty (Edwin) Schaeffer, and an infant sister Bertha; and a son-in-law, Charles Engleman.
Memorials are suggested to the Stapleton Fire Department and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.
Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 10, 2016 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Joel Wentworth officiating. Burial will follow at McCain Cemetery near Stapleton with military honors graveside. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. Thursday, June 9, 2016 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.
The 2016 West Nebraska All-Star games will be held on Saturday, June 11 in Scottsbluff. The 32nd annual volleyball game will be played at 2 p.m. MDT at Cougar Palace. The 38th annual football game will be played at 7 p.m. MDT at Bearcat Stadium. A portion of the proceeds from the games benefit local charities in Scotts Bluff County. Several area athletes will be competing in this year’s all-star games, including: Continue reading “Area athletes to compete in West Nebraska All-Star Games”
With the popularity of drones and other unmanned aircraft, the Nebraskaland Days Board of Directors has established the following policy regarding the use of unmanned aircraft at NLD events:
Section 1. Commitment
It is the policy of NEBRASKAland DAYS, Inc. to provide a safe environment for its patrons and participants. Therefore, the use of unmanned aircrafts is not permitted at any of our events or on our grounds except as set forth herein.
Section 2. Definitions
(1) “Unmanned Aircraft Systems” (UAS) means an aircraft which is intended to operate and its associated element which are operated with no pilot on board or one that can fly autonomously based on pre-programmed flight plans or more complex dynamic automation systems.
(2) “Board of Directors” means the Board of Directors of NEBRASKAland DAYS, Inc.
(3) “Event” means any event within the NEBRASKAland DAYS Celebration or one that takes place on NEBRASKAland DAYS’ property.
Section 3. Prohibitions
(1) The use of non-approved UAS at any event that is sanctioned by or in any way associated with NEBRASKAland DAYS is strictly prohibited.
(2) The use of UAS at NEBRASKAland DAYS’ Events may be approved by NEBRASKAland DAYS (a) for a specified promotional activity at an Event, and (b) in a designated area or areas that are away from spectators and participants.
Section 4. Requirements
(1) In order for NEBRASKAland DAYS to consider approval of UAS at any NEBRASKAland DAYS’ Events, the UAS owner/operator/responsible party shall provide NEBRASKAland DAYS with the following:
(a) Proof of compliance with all FAA regulations, as may be amended from time to time;
(b) Proof of sufficient insurance coverage of the UAS, as determined by NEBRASKAland DAYS; and
(c) A Certificate of Insurance showing coverage for NEBRASKAland DAYS as an additional insured under the policy issued to the owner/operator/responsible party for the UAS.
Section 5. Enforcement
(1) Any person violating Section 3. of this policy shall be immediately removed from the Event by NEBRASKAland DAYS or the organization managing the Event.
(2) If a person is removed from an Event for a violation of this policy, they will not be allowed to attend any other NEBRASKAland DAYS Events for the duration of the Celebration.
Section 6. Modification and Delegation
The Board of Directors may amend and waive provisions of this policy as appropriate on a case-by-case basis and may delegate its authority.
Leann Sue McKim, 49, of Aurora, Colorado, formerly of North Platte, passed away June 3, 2016.
She was born July 2, 1966 in North Platte, NE and is the beloved daughter of John A (Jack) and Elaine Gloe McKim. She died June 3, 2016 in Denver, CO. She attended local schools and graduated from North Platte High School in 1984. She furthered her education at UNK before beginning her 30 year career in the telecommunications industry in Denver, Colorado.
Her family life was rich. Leann embraced the time she spent with her parents and brother, Larry, at her home and theirs. She oftentimes involved them in her projects but always took the leadership position! She devoted hours to making beautiful floral arrangements for every holiday and home decor and her vision and creativity defied description. Her pieces were exhibited in many Denver businesses.
Leann’s heart held fast to her precious Schnauzer, Bella. They were inseparable and loved each other unconditionally.
She was fiercely independent and quick witted with an infectious laugh; she had fast friendships and was known in her neighborhood for her kindness and caring.
Leann was preceded in death by her Father, Jack. She is survived by mother, Gloe McKim; brother, Larry McKim; sister, Linda Wilson; nephew Casey and niece Alexa.
Leann lived a full and rewarding life and left us too soon.
She loved greatly and was greatly loved.
Online condolences may be shared may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Cremation was chosen. A private memorial service will be held. Those wishing to sign the memorial book may do so on Tuesday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel which is in charge of arrangements.
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