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Ogallala 3-0 over Hershey at Hershey

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Ogallala Volleyball wins 3-1 over Chase County (Ogallala)

Late enrollment and non-traditional student learning opportunities. 

North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelleher joins us to break down the latest city council meeting and budget hearing. He discusses efforts to lower the property tax levy, a major $400,000 savings on city insurance, and upcoming public hearings before the budget vote. The mayor also highlights exciting additions to the new rec center, including Nebraska’s first Ninja Cross pool obstacle course and a state-of-the-art climbing wall. Other topics include the return of the North Platte 80s baseball team, infrastructure projects on Dewey Street, revitalization efforts across town, and the new skate park underway at Centennial Park. Plus, a look at local events and community milestones making North Platte a growing hub in the region.

LEWELLEN, Neb. — Riders will saddle up at Ash Hollow State Historical Park on Sept. 6 for the Velvet Spurs’ annual horseback poker run, a fundraiser for the Friends of Ash Hollow.

The family-friendly event begins at 10 a.m. Mountain Time, with registration at the park’s main entrance. Riders will travel trails through the historic landmark, stopping at stations to collect poker cards. Prizes will be awarded for the top three hands, along with the worst hand.

“It’s very family-friendly. There’s no time event on it, so you don’t have to speed,” said Velvet Spurs President Jean Tobiasson. “You can take your time, enjoy looking at the wildlife and the history up there, and just bring the whole family.”

The event, now in its third year, will feature some newly mapped trails, including a lookout point offering views of Lake McConaughy. The ride is $10 per participant, with entry available the day of the event.

Following the ride, participants are invited to a potluck dinner. The Velvet Spurs will provide sloppy joes and tableware, and riders are asked to bring a salad or dessert.

If inclement weather forces a postponement, the event will be rescheduled for Sept. 20.

Ash Hollow, located at the west end of Lake McConaughy, holds deep historical significance as a Native American buffalo jump site and features preserved cultural landmarks.

For more information, riders may contact Tobiasson or register on-site the morning of the ride.

North Platte — Thursday’s schedule at the Chase County Fair and Expo in Imperial features a mix of tradition and new attractions, including a rescheduled 4-H livestock sale and a first-time Hispanic concert.

Fair board member Jake Burke said the 4-H sale, typically held on Friday, will take place Thursday at 5:30 p.m. in the show barn. “If anyone wants to come out and support the kids for all their hard work, it’s in the show barn today,” Burke said. “Show them that their effort didn’t go unnoticed.”

Buyers at the sale can choose to process the animals, with processing spots available at area facilities.

Later in the evening, gates open at 7 p.m. for the Hispanic concert in the grandstand arena, featuring La Fiera at 8 p.m. Tickets are available online or at the fair ticket booth.

The fair’s carnival, billed as the largest in the area, continues Thursday. Day passes can be purchased at the carnival’s ticket booth, while “Mega Pass” wristbands — good for unlimited rides for the entire carnival run — are available through the fair’s website or ticket booth.

The Chase County Fair runs through the weekend, with concerts, livestock events, and entertainment scheduled each day.

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — After back-to-back successful seasons, North Platte Saint Patrick’s football team is gearing up to retake the field this fall with high expectations and a strong foundation built during the offseason.

Head Coach Kevin Dodson said the team’s commitment in the weight room and during speed camp this summer has been outstanding, laying the groundwork for another competitive season. "We've just had outstanding gains in the weight room this summer, so that's an indication of how hard the boys are working, " Dodson said. “One thing that I truly believe in is that you build the chemistry of your team during the summertime in the weight room, and that's where everything gets established and where leadership begins to blossom."

Last season, the Irish finished with an impressive 8-2 record, coming up just short against Stanton in a hard-fought playoff battle, 38-26. Dodson praised his team’s resilience during that game, noting how the players challenged themselves at halftime and fought fiercely to the whistle.

"They're not gonna throw the towel in at any point in time," he said. "They're just gonna keep fighting and try to be their best all the time." 

Dodson emphasized that the team will continue to play its trademark power football on offense and maintain a physical, fast-paced defense. “We’re going to run the ball and play power football," he said. "That’s who we are."

The season opens against a familiar rival, Bridgeport, whom the Irish defeated twice last year. Dodson expects Bridgeport to be hungry for revenge and believes the matchup will be a true test early on.

“I wouldn't be surprised to see them ranked highly in the preseason polls,” he said. “We probably won’t be favored, but we’ll embrace that challenge and use it as a measuring stick for where we are and where we want to be.”

With strong leadership, a committed roster, and a defined identity, the Irish are set to chase another memorable season as they look to build on the momentum of recent years.