(North Platte)- Pay attention to this post regarding garbage pick up over the week of the 4th of July. 

A Public Service Department News Release says: “Some refuse collections will be delayed and others could be earlier than usual due to the July 4th Holiday which falls on a Wednesday this year. Please have your carts in place for collection one day earlier than usual to avoid being missed. the Transfer Station will be closed Wednesday July 4th.”

I know that I am going to put my garbage out two days in advance because I live by one simple rule “what can go wrong, will go wrong” not saying that it will.

Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. Breezy, with a north northeast wind between 15 and 22 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.

Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 54. North northwest wind between 12 and 15 mph becoming calm. Winds could gust as high as 22 mph.

Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 86. Calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph.

NORTH PLATTE- On June 4, 2012 a devasting fire completely destroyed the home of Larry Lee Britton of North Platte.

He was not home at the time and was not injured, but all his possessions were completely wiped out within a short time. Larry had collected and retained many irreplaceable items including original writings and works of Buffalo Bill Cody.  His historical collection of North Platte included thousands of photos and documents, tracking and chronicling the progress of the City.  All of this is now gone as well as all clothing, furniture and personal items.

Larry is a life-long resident of North Platte who is known for his personal generosity to others.

If you wish to help Larry in this situation, an account has been set up at Farmers State Bank in North Platte.

418 N Dewey

P.O. Box808

North Platte, Ne 69103-0808

(North Platte, Neb.)- The Nebraska State Patrol conducted surprise commercial vehicle inspections today, Tuesday, June 19, in North Platte.  The surprise inspections target commercial vehicles that might not travel outside the city or pass through weigh stations as part of their regular routes.

 

During the special enforcement effort, the Metropolitan Aggressive and Prevention Selective (MAPS) Teams conducted 69 inspections, discovered 281 violations, and took 38 vehicles out of service (not allowed to continue on the road).  Vehicles are placed out of service for a variety of reasons relating to bad brakes or tires, or other problems that pose immediate safety risks. In addition, two drivers were taken out of service (not allowed to continue driving) for No Operator’s License (1), Driving Under Suspension (1).  Officers issued a total of $ 4,075 in fines.

 

“The MAPS Team ensures truck operators who rarely leave the city limits are maintaining their vehicles and abiding by safety regulations,” said Colonel David Sankey, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “While most truck owners and operators share our concern for safety, we know some think they can ignore safety standards as long as they avoid the weigh stations. The MAPS Team extends our reach into cities and towns across the state.”

 

This was the 5^th MAPS Team event of 2012. Inspections have also been conducted in Lincoln, Grand Island, Sarpy County and Omaha this year.  More surprise inspections are planned throughout the spring and summer in cities and towns across Nebraska.

 

The MAPS Team is funded largely by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Troopers check for compliance with federal safety regulations and enforce laws pertaining to weight, size, registration, dyed fuels, and permits associated with commercial vehicles. The MAPS Team was implemented in 1998 and consists of 36 troopers from the Nebraska State Patrol Carrier Enforcement Division. On average, 20-24 troopers work each MAPS event.

Today the Wild West Arena is hosting Kids Fun Festival, presented by Great Plains Regional Medical Center. The best part about The Kids Festival is that it’s free! It kicked off this morning and went strong until 2PM. The Fun Fest will start again tonight (June 19th) again at 5 and closes at 8pm

Take the kids out after work tonight, there’s plenty free fun, which includes two bounce houses, bean bag toss, a petting zoo, and games! Treat the kid tonight with some carnival rides while you’re at it, then wrap it up with an a viewing of Mutton Bustin’ at 7PM, at the Wild West Area for $15.00. It’s almost the end of Nebraskaland Days so take advantage of the fun events while you can!

NORTH PLATTE (North Platte Police Department)- On 06/12/12 an officer from the North Platte Police Department responded to the area of 500 N Pacific Place on the report of a sexual assault.  The juvenile victim alleged that 29 year old male,  Schrader inappropriately touched the victim in a sexual manner on two prior occasions.  Following an investigation and interviews Schrader, a registered sex offender was placed under arrest for 2 counts of Sexual Assault-3^rd Degree 28-320, (I Mis).  He was then transported to the Lincoln County Detention Center and incarcerated.

At approximately 415 PM on 06/17/12 officers of the North Platte Police Department responded to area of the 400 block of N. Elder on the report of an assault.  The victim, Tom Cardenas alleged that the suspect and spouse, Elizabeth Cardenas had stabbed him in the back with a knife.  The victim stated that while cleaning up glass from broken window, resulting from a prior disturbance caused by an intoxicated Mrs. Cardenas approached him from behind and stabbed him with a large knife.  Injuries sustained from the incident were not life threatening and medical attention was provided at the scene.

Mrs. Cardenas was placed under arrest for Assault-2^nd Degree, 28-309 (III Fel) and transported to the Lincoln County Detention Center and jailed.

NORTH PLATTE (North Platte Police Department)-At approximately 2 AM on 06/16/12 officers of the North Platte Police Department responded to the parking lot of Wendy’s, 1202 S Jeffers on the report of a disturbance.  Reportedly occupants in a vehicle at that location were causing the disturbance.  Officers made contact with a male driver, identified as Joseph Burke and as a result of a preliminary investigation determined Burke to be under the influence of alcohol while driving a motor vehicle.  While performing field sobriety tests Burke make several threats to harm and kill officers at the scene.

 

Burke then stated he was feeling pain and needed medical attention.  Officers transported him to the ER at Great Plains Regional Medical Center, where he was medically evaluated. While at the hospital Burke made threats on the lives of the doctor and staff.  Burke continued to threaten officers and their families.  Burke seemed authentic in his threats.  Officers and medical staff had no reason not to take them seriously and was capable and willing to cause then harm.

 

Burke was placed under arrest 4 counts of Terroristic Threats, 28-311.01 (IV Fel),  and cited for DUI and No Proof of Insurance.  I transported him to the Lincoln County Detention Center where he was jailed.

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (AP) — A 29-year-old North Platte man has been given 87 months in federal prison for selling methamphetamine.

A news release from the office of U.S. Attorney Deborah Gilg (gihlj) says Joseph Panek was convicted of conspiracy to distribute meth. The crime occurred between August 2010 and August 2011.

Panek must serve five years of supervised release after he leaves prison.

Panek has been booked in Lincoln County Jail 9 separate times.

Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. North northwest wind between 7 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. 

Tonight: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. Northeast wind between 14 and 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. Breezy, with a northeast wind 18 to 21 mph decreasing to between 10 and 13 mph. Winds could gust as high as 29 mph.

Excitement grows large as Nebraskaland Days progresses. Fans of Toby Keith and Daughtry are holding onto their tickets with a death grip. There are rumors floating about that Toby Keith tickets are sold out, this is not true. Toby Keith tickets for the Grandstand seats are nearly sold out with a little around 200 tickets remain says David Fudge. That does not mean how ever that you would not be able to see the show, if Grandstand seats are sold, there is room for General Admission on the floor, which happens to be the case for the Daughtry show.

Toby Keith performs on Friday the 22nd and Daughtry performs on the 23rd at the Wild West Arena.