The Post Podcast

Melissa Edmonds Branch Executive Director with the Ogallala YMCA joins Allison Peck to discuss the return of the Daddy-Daughter Dance on Oct. 17, the YMCA's Duck Hunt membership promotion, its partnership with the local library and a pumpkin patch fundraiser benefiting the Kids' Corner after-school program. Learn more about upcoming family activities, photo opportunities and the Oct. 23 Halloween-themed family night.

Ogallala City Manager Tell Jensen joins Allison Peck to recap the October 13 City Council meeting. They discuss a $7.5 million wastewater project loan, potential changes to Keith County Chamber of Commerce funding, a land exchange near the city's north water tower, and the council's decision on a request to keep more than four dogs. Jensen also explains the recent Spruce Street water main break and provides updates on airport improvements and city technology projects.

Allison Peck sits down with Gary Person, president and CEO of the North Platte Area Chamber and Development Corporation, for a wide-ranging conversation about the projects and priorities shaping North Platte and the surrounding region.

Person discusses North Platte's 20 housing developments and projects moving forward, regional housing challenges and the new 6 Regions, One Nebraska housing toolkit. He also shares insight into ongoing data center discussions, potential economic development opportunities, the upcoming Chamber annual meeting and this year's award recipients.

Hear what's happening across the region, how local leaders are approaching future growth and what lies ahead for North Platte's business community.

Listen to the full interview on the Post Podcast, powered by Kubota, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Podbean and online at NorthPlattePost.com.

North Platte High School football player Brecken Korkow is our North Platte Area High School Student-Athlete of the Week!

Paxton Gordon talks with Korkow about his performance against Norfolk, the brotherhood among the Bulldogs' running backs, and how the team uses weekly themes to build unity and keep players accountable. Korkow also looks ahead to Friday's matchup and shares his favorite meal.

Hear from one of the Bulldogs helping lead the way as North Platte looks to build momentum this football season.

North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher joins Paxton Gordon to recap the latest City Council meeting. Topics include the city’s updated comprehensive development plan and zoning regulations, the final bond financing for the industrial wastewater facility, and the new Freedom 250 Trail.

North Platte High School golfer Allie Jones is our Athlete of the Week!

Allie joins Sports Director Hayden Coker to talk about her standout season, including a personal-best 75 at the Ogallala Girls Golf Invite, the offseason work that helped her get there, and why she doesn't keep track of her score during a round.

Allie also discusses the mental side of golf, preparing for districts, what she and her teammates do before a meet, and the essential snacks that keep her going on the course — including Welch's fruit snacks and cinnamon apples.

Nebraska is off to a 4-0 start, but how much can we really learn about the Huskers before the biggest games of the season arrive?

Sports Director Hayden Coker sits down with Sean Callahan of Huskers Online and the ON3 Network to break down Nebraska’s surprising start, the emergence of the defense, concerns along the interior defensive line, the impact of the transfer portal and NIL, and what the Huskers need to improve offensively.

They also look ahead to Indiana, Oregon and Ohio State, discuss Nebraska’s potential path to the College Football Playoff, Iowa’s place in the Big Ten picture, and a few players who could make an impact as the season continues.

North Platte native and Nebraska running back Vince Genatone joins Eagle Media Sports Director Hayden Coker after a memorable weekend against Michigan State.

Genatone talks about unexpectedly stepping into a bigger role after an injury, his touchdown reception, the support he gets from Nebraska's running back room, and what it means to have his hometown behind him. He also reflects on his path from North Platte to Montana and ultimately back home to play for the Huskers.

Now, with Maryland next on the schedule, Genatone explains his approach to staying ready and taking things one day at a time.

Oktoberfest is back at Second Chapter Brewing in Ogallala! In this interview, owners Lisa Krause and Richard Gibson preview the fourth annual celebration happening Saturday, September 26. They talk about the brewery’s signature 2026 Märzen, the traditional keg tapping, food, live music, adult drift trike races, the annual stein-hoist competition, Nebraska football and volleyball, and what attendees can expect throughout the day. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

Allison Peck talks with MPCC President Ryan Purdy and Marketing and Public Relations Director Daniel Stinman following Wednesday night's Mid-Plains Community College Board of Governors meeting.

The conversation covers the college's $63.5 million 2026-27 budget, the $5.79 million property tax request, more than $22.7 million in unused budget authority and the addition of men's and women's wrestling at North Platte Community College.

Purdy explains why wrestling was chosen, how the program fits into MPCC's enrollment strategy and what will happen at the former Osgood Elementary building while Trucks and Tiaras continues operating in part of the facility.

The interview also covers the North Campus Student Activity Center renovation, major construction projects, the possibility of Nebraska community colleges eventually offering bachelor's degrees and the recent 100th anniversary celebration at McCook Community College.