By Justin Haag Nebraska Game &amp; Parks

Visitors will enjoy more than $1 million of recent upgrades to state park and recreation areas in the Panhandle this summer, according to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission.

At Fort Robinson State Park, the equestrian campground expansion began late last year and is expected to be complete for visitors this spring. Included will be 24 additional sites with hook-ups to 50-amp electricity, water and sewer, doubling the old campground’s size. Also new will be an adjacent 30-pen enclosure for stalling horses outside. That facility will complement the recently renovated historic Mare Barn, which also will be available for boarding horses.

Jim Miller, Fort Robinson superintendent, said contractors also are replacing the foundation of two of the old buildings that serve as lodging facilities on the north side of the park’s main premises of facilities. When the project is complete, they will be more stable and protected from the weather.

In addition, Fort Robinson employees are in the process of repairing the plumbing in Comanche Hall, a group lodging facility, and the Post Playhouse, home of the popular summer repertory theater. The playhouse also is undergoing a lighting upgrade.

At Chadron State Park, Superintendent Gregg Galbraith said the project to upgrade campsites to 50-amp service should be finished before visitation increases this spring. When complete, all of the park’s paved campsites will have 50 amps to accommodate the demands of modern campers.

Galbraith said two of the park’s cabins have received major repairs and five of them are scheduled to be re-shingled. The park’s office received fresh paint and carpet, and a boost of its gift shop inventory.&nbsp;

Also recently, the Pinecone Shelter was replaced, as well as one of the hiking bridges over Chadron Creek.

Late last year, contractors at Box Butte State Recreation Area added 20 new campsites and installed a new shower house. Superintended Robert Hughes said they are expected to be ready for use before visitation picks up.

Dan Thornton, superintendent at Lake Minatare State Recreation Area, said two new fish-cleaning stations were installed there, and a project recently began to replace siding, windows and doors on its maintenance shop. He said Bridgeport State Recreation Area will receive two new vault toilets.

These state park system projects and more largely have been funded by Capital Maintenance Funds, which were established by the Nebraska Legislature to help preserve Nebraska’s public outdoor recreation facilities and parklands; other state and federal funding sources; and Nebraska Game and Parks’ funds generated from user fees of the state park system.

By Justin Haag Nebraska Game &amp; ParksVisitors will enjoy more than $1 million of recent upgrades to state park and recreation areas in the Panhandle this summer, according to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission.At Fort Robinson State Park, the equestrian campground expansion began late last year and is expected to be complete for visitors this spring. Included will be 24 additional sites with hook-ups to 50-amp electricity, water and sewer, doubling the old campground’s size. Also new will be an adjacent 30-pen enclosure for stalling horses outside. That facility will complement the recently renovated historic Mare Barn, which also will be available for boarding horses.Jim Miller, Fort Robinson superintendent, said contractors also are replacing the foundation of two of the old buildings that serve as lodging facilities on the north side of the park’s main premises of facilities. When the project is complete, they will be more stable and protected from the weather.In addition, Fort Robinson employees are in the process of repairing the plumbing in Comanche Hall, a group lodging facility, and the Post Playhouse, home of the popular summer repertory theater. The playhouse also is undergoing a lighting upgrade.At Chadron State Park, Superintendent Gregg Galbraith said the project to upgrade campsites to 50-amp service should be finished before visitation increases this spring. When complete, all of the park’s paved campsites will have 50 amps to accommodate the demands of modern campers.Galbraith said two of the park’s cabins have received major repairs and five of them are scheduled to be re-shingled. The park’s office received fresh paint and carpet, and a boost of its gift shop inventory.&nbsp;Also recently, the Pinecone Shelter was replaced, as well as one of the hiking bridges over Chadron Creek.Late last year, contractors at Box Butte State Recreation Area added 20 new campsites and installed a new shower house. Superintended Robert Hughes said they are expected to be ready for use before visitation picks up.Dan Thornton, superintendent at Lake Minatare State Recreation Area, said two new fish-cleaning stations were installed there, and a project recently began to replace siding, windows and doors on its maintenance shop. He said Bridgeport State Recreation Area will receive two new vault toilets.These state park system projects and more largely have been funded by Capital Maintenance Funds, which were established by the Nebraska Legislature to help preserve Nebraska’s public outdoor recreation facilities and parklands; other state and federal funding sources; and Nebraska Game and Parks’ funds generated from user fees of the state park system.

Panhandle parks like Chadron State Park receiving upgrades

&nbsp; LINCOLN, Neb. (March 1, 2024) – Nebraska Tourism is excited to announce the stops included in the 2024 Nebraska Passport program. The Passport inspires Nebraskans and tourists to travel throughout&nbsp;the state collecting stamps to earn prizes while also supporting Nebraska's tourism destinations and local businesses.

The Nebraska Passport program is entering its 15th year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"Reaching 15 years of helping travelers discover some of Nebraska’s most charming attractions is worth celebrating," said John Ricks, Nebraska Tourism executive director. "Visitors and communities alike benefit from Passport season, and we are once again excited to kick off another round of adventures across the state in 2024."

The 2024 Passport will once again feature 70 attractions and 10 themed categories. Travelers will have from May 1 through September 30 to visit the attractions and collect their stamps.

In honor of the 15th year of the program, this year's Passport will include 15 bonus stops from across the state, which will be in addition to the 70 traditional stops.

&nbsp; "We wanted to do something special for the 15th year of the program," said Madison Johnson, Passport program coordinator. "Often we hear our long-time Passport Champions say they want even more of a challenge and even more adventures. Our 15 bonus stops are made up of fan favorites, voted on by them. It's the perfect way to bring the two together."

Visitors will receive a unique collectible sticker from each of the bonus stops. The bonus stops will have a separate prize entry sheet from the original 70 stops, and stamps from the original stops combined with stamps from the bonus stops cannot be combined for prize totals.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Passports will be available at participating stops starting May 1 or can be pre-ordered at&nbsp;<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=1a5a1ae3e7&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">NebraskaPassport.com</a>. Participants are encouraged to download the Nebraska Passport App on their smartphone for the option of digital stamps, supplementing the physical Passport booklet for convenience. Please note, the Passport app will be updated with the 2024 information on May 1. Those who used the mobile app last year will need to update the app to see the new program information. To download, search 'NE Passport 2024" in the Apple App Store or Google Play App Store.

&nbsp; 70 Selected Stops (by town)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=644fa04380&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Knight Museum and Sandhills Center</a>&nbsp;(Alliance)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=d4e8f5d307&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Melodramas by Popcorn Productions, LLC at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park</a>&nbsp;(Ashland)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=76abb6973c&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Sandhills Guest House Motel</a>&nbsp;(Atkinson)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=58828b1566&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Susan's Books &amp; Gifts</a>&nbsp;(Aurora)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=7c60fef092&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">John G. Neihardt State Historic Site</a>&nbsp;(Bancroft)&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=429c0e6314&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Happy Kernel Gourmet Kettle Corn and Pork Rinds</a>&nbsp;(Beatrice)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=fb9a206da2&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Kala’s Savory Bites and Sifted Sweets</a>&nbsp;(Beatrice)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=562d17bfa1&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Antique Anthology</a>&nbsp;(Bennet)<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=2cae303974&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">The Simple Co. Coffeehouse &amp; Floral Shop</a>&nbsp;(Bridgeport)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=fa94133ba5&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Gospel Coffee &amp; Ice Cream</a>&nbsp;(Brownville)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=3b8b1e9e4d&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Adeline's Bakery</a>&nbsp;(Burr)&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=09ec27a962&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Magnolias Boutique, LLC</a>&nbsp;(Central City)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=91aca31fd6&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Prairie Creek Vineyard &amp; Winery</a>&nbsp;(Central City)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=6a87d31316&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Bean Broker Coffee House &amp; Pub</a>&nbsp;(Chadron)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=4b991a6fff&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">The Broken Mug</a>&nbsp;(Columbus)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=bd89d6f979&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Dam Fish Shack</a>&nbsp;(Crofton)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=36c2d0607a&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Johnson Lake State Recreation Area</a>&nbsp;(Elwood)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=a4559967fe&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Rowdy's Steakhouse</a>&nbsp;(Fairbury)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=7b2c98f170&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Spring Ranch Campground</a>&nbsp;(Fairfield)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=19dd0f66ad&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Diane's Greenhouse</a>&nbsp;(Fordyce)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=86e56fcb1f&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Los Mezcales Ortiz</a>&nbsp;(Fremont)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=ec4077fff4&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Gothenburg Historical Museum</a>&nbsp;(Gothenburg)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=f7322a5f78&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Barista's Coffee House</a>&nbsp;(Grand Island)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=3ad6d7b6a6&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Island Oasis Waterpark</a>&nbsp;(Grand Island)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=2d4650636a&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Studio 10 Art Gallery</a>&nbsp;(Grand Island)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=96c756bd8f&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Nebraska National Forest in Halsey, Nebraska</a>&nbsp;(Halsey)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=9f67a8f8a5&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Nissen Winery and Tasting Room</a>&nbsp;(Hartington)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=175477db9d&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Special Scoops Ice Cream Parlor</a>&nbsp;(Hastings)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=f85fa2ec57&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Holdrege Bronzes at Nebraska Prairie Museum</a>&nbsp;(Holdrege)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=fc2f0aab7e&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">S.A.M. Que</a><a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=d401ace829&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">&nbsp;and Catering</a>&nbsp;(Kearney)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=0fec1d3568&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Steinbrink Landscaping &amp; Greenhouses</a>&nbsp;(Kearney)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=9309c11c2e&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">The Archway</a>&nbsp;(Kearney)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=974dceae60&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Art &amp; Soul</a><a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=a91d5b3689&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">&nbsp;Cafe and Bar</a>&nbsp;(Lincoln)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=f92f6514fa&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Great Plains Art Museum</a>&nbsp;(Lincoln)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=fa07befefe&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Ten Thousand Villages Lincoln</a>&nbsp;(Lincoln)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=9db61cccd4&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Wax Buffalo Candle Lab + Small Bar</a>&nbsp;(Lincoln)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=70868ae251&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Wildeflour Baking Co.</a>&nbsp;(Lodgepole)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=51f5a1f83b&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Lakeside in Louisville</a>&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=4a1ea09eb0&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Louisville State Recreation Area</a>&nbsp;(Louisville)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=dcf6c5e64c&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">The Scoop Ice Cream</a>&nbsp;(McCook)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=c5036dcde0&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">The Secret Garden</a>&nbsp;(Merna)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=87347ac9f8&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Mullen Arts Center</a>&nbsp;(Mullen)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=6665c728a7&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Lied Lodge at Arbor Day Farm</a>&nbsp;(Nebraska City)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=09f20cb340&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">The Keeping Room</a>&nbsp;(Nebraska City)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=9ddb44e7f9&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Wildwood Historic Center</a>&nbsp;(Nebraska City)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=3ac3d53248&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Poppin’ Delights Gourmet Popcorn</a>&nbsp;(Norfolk)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=21b6218aa5&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">CR Rustic Antique Mall on the Bricks</a>&nbsp;(North Platte)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=8ca273c511&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Feather River Vineyards</a>&nbsp;(North Platte)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=de3e238f4f&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Petrified Wood and Art Gallery</a>&nbsp;(Ogallala)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=c7836cc84b&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">El Museo Latino</a>&nbsp;(Omaha)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=b59125614f&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Monolithic Brewing</a>&nbsp;(Omaha)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=7047dc4fcd&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Mormon Trail Center at Historic Winter Quarters</a>&nbsp;(Omaha)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=f2107924b9&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Werner Park</a>&nbsp;(Papillion)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=1d2697917c&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Ole's Big Game Steakhouse &amp; Lounge</a>&nbsp;(Paxton)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=3f55c51f64&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Plainview Klown Doll Museum</a>&nbsp;(Plainview)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=39f5562542&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Outlaw Pizza and Ice Cream</a>&nbsp;(Ponca)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=7e90788111&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Hangar 39 - Flyover Brewing Co. Potter</a>&nbsp;(Potter)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=2d1df0553d&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Branched Oak Observatory</a>&nbsp;(Raymond)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=9911040679&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">James Arthur Vineyards</a>&nbsp;(Raymond)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=30e53d7e19&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">The Willa Cather Childhood Home at the National Willa Cather Center</a>&nbsp;(Red Cloud)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=a73a28d1d7&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Powerhouse On Broadway — Suites &amp; Social</a>&nbsp;(Scottsbluff)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=f8ad4a0179&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Junto Wine</a>&nbsp;(Seward)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=a03d19524f&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Liberty House B&amp;B, Antiques &amp; Tours</a>&nbsp;(Seward)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=6f570f9ac6&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Beans and Steams Coffeehouse, LLC</a>&nbsp;(Sidney)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=bfbad52902&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Cheyenne County Museum and Post Commander's Home</a>&nbsp;(Sidney)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=433a113b15&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Primitive Chicks - Antiques and Home Décor</a>&nbsp;(Stromsburg)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=e1e7879704&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Superior Estates Winery</a>&nbsp;(Superior)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=013068c477&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Rich Harvest Vineyard and Winery</a>&nbsp;(Syracuse)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=25c2d2029e&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Anthem Coffee</a>&nbsp;(Thedford)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=fceb161bfc&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Swanson Reservoir State R</a><a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=fceb161bfc&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">ecreation Area</a>&nbsp;(Trenton)

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=6817d7b113&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Centennial Hall Historic Museum</a>&nbsp;(Valentine)&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=7cf5980438&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">Chimney Rock</a><a href="https://visitnebraska.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=30cc1cad235a879fac111c22b&amp;id=a657f1216f&amp;e=65d6a9d786" target="_blank">&nbsp;National Historic Site</a>&nbsp;(Bayard)

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UNL Beef communications specialist&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Cattle producers in central Nebraska affected by recent wildfires are invited to attend an informational meeting to learn about resources available to help them recover.

The meeting is Tuesday, March 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the West Central Research, Extension and Education Center in North Platte and will include a free meal sponsored by Nebraska Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster. Please RSVP to the Lincoln Logan-Logan-McPherson County Extension office.

Producers will hear from the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resource Conservation Service, Nebraska Extension, Nebraska Cattlemen and others who can answer questions about assistance programs and cattle and range management after a fire. The recent fires burned more than 70,000 acres in central Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"Our message to producers at this point is to not get in a hurry," said Bruce Solko, Lincoln County FSA executive director. "As unpleasant as it is, they need to document any livestock losses with photos or documentation of loss by a veterinarian. Producers can receive compensation for the loss of value of an animal affected by the fire when they are sold or die up to 30 days after the fire. Any losses that are not immediate will need a veterinarian statement as to cause of death. Animals that were sold because of the fire require sale receipts."

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen declared a disaster for central Nebraska on Monday, Feb. 26.

FSA and NRCS have programs that can help producers with replacing fence, and funding management alternatives to grazing burned areas, in addition to livestock losses. However, those take time to put in motion and are subject to approval, so those agencies recommend producers who are thinking of using those programs talk to staff at their local offices before buying supplies or taking any action.

Miller Repair in Maxwell, Maline Seed and Fence in Gothenburg and Lincoln County Cattlemen are part of the community efforts coordinating donations of fencing, feed, windbreak materials or sheds, money and labor.

Maria Miller, whose husband, Ivan, has owned Miller Repair for 38 years said they did this during the floods in 2019 and are happy to help their neighbors. Their place was close to the fire, but it missed them, so Millers can focus on the relief efforts for those who weren’t so lucky. Ivan knows most of the people affected personally, as they’re customers or neighbors, so he’s making sure the donations are going only to those who need it, Maria said. 

One of their neighbors lost all of their calving facilities in the middle of calving season, so they’re looking for cattle sheds, windbreaks, corral materials, panels and anything else that can help them and other affected producers get beyond this already stressful season.

"It just rips your heart out," Maria said. "I’m thankful we can do this."People have been generous with feed donations, but transporting the hay is a current need, Maria said.

Monetary donations can be made at Equitable Bank in North Platte, and those funds will be administered by the Lincoln County Cattlemen.

Randy Saner, UNL Extension educator in Lincoln-Logan-McPherson Counties, said his office is available to help connect producers with resources to get through this time. "You hope this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but there are other people who have been through it," Saner said. "We learn all we can from each situation like this so we can share that information. We have resources that can help producers find feed, make a plan for their forage recovery, figure rations and how much feed they’ll need, address animal health issues and manage their own stress. We are also working with the organizations that are providing relief to make sure producers who need help are getting connected to the help available."

Check out&nbsp;<a href="https://unl233.lt.acemlnb.com/Prod/link-tracker?redirectUrl=aHR0cCUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5iZWVmLnVubC5lZHUlMkZmaXJlJTNGdXRtX3NvdXJjZSUzREFjdGl2ZUNhbXBhaWduJTI2dXRtX21lZGl1bSUzRGVtYWlsJTI2dXRtX2NvbnRlbnQlM0RQcmVzcyUyQlJlbGVhc2UlMjUzQSUyQlJlc291cmNlcyUyQmF2YWlsYWJsZSUyQmZvciUyQnByb2R1Y2VycyUyQmFmZmVjdGVkJTJCYnklMkJjZW50cmFsJTJCTmVicmFza2ElMkJ3aWxkZmlyZXMlMjZ1dG1fY2FtcGFpZ24lM0RCZWVmJTJCUmVsZWFzZSUyNTNBJTJCQWRhbXMlMkJCUUElMkJBd2FyZCUyQiUyNTI4Q29weSUyNTI5&amp;sig=9TJQL1jBFmxQanTyLw3ZTLZPCpGNc4xU2jHAD9YibZvC&amp;iat=1709226796&amp;a=%7C%7C68108822%7C%7C&amp;account=unl233%2Eactivehosted%2Ecom&amp;email=%2BBTg%2FBhXlUKcj%2FJG85Hatps5QkfMGZjMqkbIXHVms4IL8rfeNG7TN5A%3D%3AmzFz3PIUjjB5MrdzLpInlo78o61eaRK5&amp;s=073f67d35943f6c01a66f2eac84e284e&amp;i=649A749A50A13127" target="_blank">www.beef.unl.edu/fire</a>&nbsp;for online resources addressing post-fire range and cattle&nbsp;management, fencing, donations, stress management, fire prevention and preparedness.&nbsp;

&nbsp; For more information, contact:

Lincoln-Logan-McPherson County Extension office, North Platte: (308) 532-2683

Jerry Volesky, Range Management, West Central Research, Extension Education Center, North Platte: (308) 696-6710

Rural Response Stress Hotline: (800) 464-0258

Maline Seed and Fencing, Gothenburg: (308) 529-0781

PO Box&nbsp;728North Platte, NE 69103(308) 532-7200&nbsp;&nbsp;

Maria TibbettsUNL Beef communications specialist&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cattle producers in central Nebraska affected by recent wildfires are invited to attend an informational meeting to learn about resources available to help them recover.The meeting is Tuesday, March 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the West Central Research, Extension and Education Center in North Platte and will include a free meal sponsored by Nebraska Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster. Please RSVP to the Lincoln Logan-Logan-McPherson County Extension office.Producers will hear from the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resource Conservation Service, Nebraska Extension, Nebraska Cattlemen and others who can answer questions about assistance programs and cattle and range management after a fire. The recent fires burned more than 70,000 acres in central Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;"Our message to producers at this point is to not get in a hurry," said Bruce Solko, Lincoln County FSA executive director. "As unpleasant as it is, they need to document any livestock losses with photos or documentation of loss by a veterinarian. Producers can receive compensation for the loss of value of an animal affected by the fire when they are sold or die up to 30 days after the fire. Any losses that are not immediate will need a veterinarian statement as to cause of death. Animals that were sold because of the fire require sale receipts."Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen declared a disaster for central Nebraska on Monday, Feb. 26.FSA and NRCS have programs that can help producers with replacing fence, and funding management alternatives to grazing burned areas, in addition to livestock losses. However, those take time to put in motion and are subject to approval, so those agencies recommend producers who are thinking of using those programs talk to staff at their local offices before buying supplies or taking any action.Miller Repair in Maxwell, Maline Seed and Fence in Gothenburg and Lincoln County Cattlemen are part of the community efforts coordinating donations of fencing, feed, windbreak materials or sheds, money and labor.Maria Miller, whose husband, Ivan, has owned Miller Repair for 38 years said they did this during the floods in 2019 and are happy to help their neighbors. Their place was close to the fire, but it missed them, so Millers can focus on the relief efforts for those who weren’t so lucky. Ivan knows most of the people affected personally, as they’re customers or neighbors, so he’s making sure the donations are going only to those who need it, Maria said. One of their neighbors lost all of their calving facilities in the middle of calving season, so they’re looking for cattle sheds, windbreaks, corral materials, panels and anything else that can help them and other affected producers get beyond this already stressful season."It just rips your heart out," Maria said. "I’m thankful we can do this."People have been generous with feed donations, but transporting the hay is a current need, Maria said.Monetary donations can be made at Equitable Bank in North Platte, and those funds will be administered by the Lincoln County Cattlemen.Randy Saner, UNL Extension educator in Lincoln-Logan-McPherson Counties, said his office is available to help connect producers with resources to get through this time. "You hope this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but there are other people who have been through it," Saner said. "We learn all we can from each situation like this so we can share that information. We have resources that can help producers find feed, make a plan for their forage recovery, figure rations and how much feed they’ll need, address animal health issues and manage their own stress. We are also working with the organizations that are providing relief to make sure producers who need help are getting connected to the help available."Check out&nbsp;<a href="https://unl233.lt.acemlnb.com/Prod/link-tracker?redirectUrl=aHR0cCUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5iZWVmLnVubC5lZHUlMkZmaXJlJTNGdXRtX3NvdXJjZSUzREFjdGl2ZUNhbXBhaWduJTI2dXRtX21lZGl1bSUzRGVtYWlsJTI2dXRtX2NvbnRlbnQlM0RQcmVzcyUyQlJlbGVhc2UlMjUzQSUyQlJlc291cmNlcyUyQmF2YWlsYWJsZSUyQmZvciUyQnByb2R1Y2VycyUyQmFmZmVjdGVkJTJCYnklMkJjZW50cmFsJTJCTmVicmFza2ElMkJ3aWxkZmlyZXMlMjZ1dG1fY2FtcGFpZ24lM0RCZWVmJTJCUmVsZWFzZSUyNTNBJTJCQWRhbXMlMkJCUUElMkJBd2FyZCUyQiUyNTI4Q29weSUyNTI5&amp;sig=9TJQL1jBFmxQanTyLw3ZTLZPCpGNc4xU2jHAD9YibZvC&amp;iat=1709226796&amp;a=%7C%7C68108822%7C%7C&amp;account=unl233%2Eactivehosted%2Ecom&amp;email=%2BBTg%2FBhXlUKcj%2FJG85Hatps5QkfMGZjMqkbIXHVms4IL8rfeNG7TN5A%3D%3AmzFz3PIUjjB5MrdzLpInlo78o61eaRK5&amp;s=073f67d35943f6c01a66f2eac84e284e&amp;i=649A749A50A13127" target="_blank">www.beef.unl.edu/fire</a>&nbsp;for online resources addressing post-fire range and cattle&nbsp;management, fencing, donations, stress management, fire prevention and preparedness.&nbsp;&nbsp; For more information, contact:Lincoln-Logan-McPherson County Extension office, North Platte: (308) 532-2683Jerry Volesky, Range Management, West Central Research, Extension Education Center, North Platte: (308) 696-6710&nbsp; Assistance programsLincoln County FSA: (308) 534-2360North Platte NRCS: (308) 534-2360Rural Response Stress Hotline: (800) 464-0258&nbsp; DonationsMiller Feeds, Maxwell: (308) 582-4303Maline Seed and Fencing, Gothenburg: (308) 529-0781Equitable Bank, North PlatteC/o Lincoln County CattlemenPO Box&nbsp;728North Platte, NE 69103(308) 532-7200&nbsp;&nbsp;

Resources available for producers affected by central Nebraska wildfires

Case Number Date/Time Incident Description Address

On the below date and time officers responded to 1824 Avenue F in reference to a fight in progress. Upon further investigation. Angelina Palomo, 23 of Scottsbluff, was taken into custody for assault and disturbing the peace. 

SPD-P2400471 02/18/24 04:17 ASSAULT SIMPLE 1824 AVE F, SCOTTSBLUFF

I was dispatched to 1424 4th Avenue in regards to a hit and run involving three vehicles. There are no suspect vehicles or suspects at this time. 

SPD-P2400473 02/18/24 12:31 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 1424 4TH AVE, APT 1, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

On the above date and time Officers responded to a non injury accident. Cayden Martinez Hightower, 18 of Gering was cited for no valid registration.

SPD-P2400474 02/18/24 18:16 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 2400BLK AVE I, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers responded to 1412 2nd Avenue Apartment #1 in reference to a theft of a motor vehicle and a theft of some items within the apartment.

Upon arrival, Officers made contact with the renters of the apartment and documented what items were taken and took photos of the scene. Upon

investigation, Kobe Moreno, 19 of Scottsbluff was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property, burglary, theft of motor vehicle, obstructing a

peace officer, drug paraphernalia, and a warrant. Madison Nowlin-Lee, 18 of Scottsbluff was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property,

burglary, theft of motor vehicle, obstructing a peace officer, and resisting arrest.

SPD-P2400475 02/19/24 08:59 THEFT MOTOR VEHICLE 1412 2ND AVE APT 1, SCOTTSBLUFF

An Officer responded to a non injury motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Highway 26 and East 20th Street. No citations were issued.

SPD-P2400476 02/19/24 12:44 ACCIDENT NON INJURY HIGHWAY 26 / E 20TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers were dispatched to Menards in reference to a suspicious return that occurred on 02-16-24. The investigation is ongoing, a suspect has

been named but has not been located as of this time. 

SPD-P2400479 02/19/24 15:30 THEFT SHOPLIFTING 2401 DELTA DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers were dispatched to Menards in reference to a shoplifting that had occurred on 01-02-24. Upon arrival, the Officers made contact with the Front End manager of the store and was provided a report of the incident. The investigation is ongoing and a suspect has been named but has not been located as of this time. 

SPD-P2400478 02/19/24 15:30 THEFT SHOPLIFTING 2401 DELTA DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers were dispatched to Menards in reference to a shoplifting that had taken place on 12-30-23. Upon arrival, Officers made contact with the Front End Manager who provided Officers with a report and security footage of the incident. The investigation is ongoing. A suspect has been named but has not been located as of this time. 

SPD-P2400477 02/19/24 15:30 THEFT SHOPLIFTING 2401 DELTA DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Police were contacted in reference to a female who was causing a disturbance at Regional West Medical Center. The female was placed into civil protective custody.

SPD-P2400481 02/19/24 18:29 PROTECTIVE CUSTODY CIVIL 4021 AVE B, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. The Scottsbluff Police K9 was deployed on the vehicle for the odor of illicit drugs.

SPD-P2400480 02/19/24 19:30 CANINE DRUG SEARCH E 15TH ST / 9TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers responded to a 911 call regarding a suspected overdose. After investigation, it was determined a male subject had overdosed on prescription medication after assaulting his wife. 

SPD-P2400483 02/20/24 01:22 DOMESTIC ASSAULT/SIMPLE 1412 11TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF

Officers assisted another agency in collecting information for an investigation. 

SPD-P2400484 02/20/24 10:21 ASSIST OTHER AGENCY

Officers received a dispatch of a code blue located at 1521 15th Avenue. Upon arrival, Officers observed a male that was pinned underneath the

front end of a vehicle. Officers took action to remove the male from underneath the car, unfortunately the male had succumbed to his wounds. 

SPD-P2400485 02/20/24 12:32 DEATH 1521 15TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

I responded to Riverstone Bank in reference to a counterfeit bill being received. I was told that the bill had been found in the Safeway deposit. No suspects are known.

SPD-P2400486 02/20/24 14:16 COUNTERFEITING/FORGERY 2002 BROADWAY AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers responded to a two vehicle accident at Scooter Coffee located at 3301 Avenue B. No citations were issued.

SPD-P2400487 02/20/24 15:06 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 3301 AVE B, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Officers responded to the report of found property at a residence on 9th Avenue. Owner of property is unknown. Property was logged into evidence for safe keeping.

SPD-P2400488 02/20/24 18:20 PROPERTY FOUND 1701 9TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers responded to a residence on 5th Avenue for a report of suspicious circumstance. 

SPD-P2400489 02/21/24 02:52 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE 1716 5TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers responded to the report of a gas meter and fence being struck by a vehicle. Vehicle was later located; however driver of vehicle is currently unknown. Incident is under investigation. State Accident Report completed. 

SPD-P2400490 02/21/24 12:54 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 1209 10TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Scottsbluff Police Department was contacted by Department of Health and Human Services in reference to a juvenile matter. See supplement for details.

SPD-P2400491 02/21/24 14:46 JUVENILE OTHER 717 W OVERLAND DR, SCOTTSBLUFF

Officers were dispatched to ABC Seamless for a report of a man attempting to break in the building with a metal pole/bar. Upon arrival Officers

had contact with the suspect, Candelario Soto IV, 28 of Scottsbluff. As Officers attempted to arrest Candelario he fled on foot. 

SPD-P2400492 02/21/24 15:38 DISORDERLY CONDUCT 2002 21ST AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers were dispatched to an address to assist Gering Police Department with an incident that occurred in their jurisdiction. Officers detained the individual until Gering Police Department arrived to cite the male for the charges incurred in Gering. 

SPD-P2400493 02/21/24 17:15 ASSIST OTHER AGENCY 2765 CHATEAU WAY, GERING, NE 69341

Officers arrested Andrew Barron, 49 of Gering for a driving under suspension and an active warrant. 

SPD-P2400494 02/21/24 19:23 WARRANT ARRESTING AGENCY 805 W 27TH ST, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 1500 block of 11th Avenue. Eustacio Garcia-Velazquez, 33 of Scottsbluff was cited for No Valid Registration and Possession of a Controlled Substance. 

SPD-P2400495 02/22/24 00:53 NARCOTIC VIOLATION 1500 11TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers were dispatched to a report of an assault. Upon investigation, Justin Lopez, 31 of Scottsbluff was arrested for third degree assault on a household member. Raelin Lopez, 25 of Scottsbluff was cited for possession of marijuana.

SPD-P2400496 02/22/24 09:14 ASSAULT SIMPLE 61 MARCUS DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

An Officer responded to Regional West Medical Center in reference to a minor parking lot motor vehicle accident. No citations were issued. 

SPD-P2400498 02/22/24 09:41 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 4021 AVE B, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

I was dispatched to 3515 5th Avenue, The Rock Church, for an animal bite that had occurred on February 20th, 2024. See Report for Details.

SPD-P2400497 02/22/24 10:01 ANIMAL BITE 1401 14TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF

I was notified that a High School SPED student was possibly the victim of child abuse. An intake was generated and a investigation began.

SPD-P2400500 02/22/24 10:28 JUVENILE OTHER 313 E 27TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers were dispatched to speak with an individual at the Police Department in regard to a possible theft. After speaking with the concerned party it was found that the suspect attempted to use a fraudulent credit card to purchase materials. This is under investigation.

SPD-P2400499 02/22/24 11:40 FRAUD - FALSE PRETENSES 1018 E OVERLAND DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers were contacted by the District 12 Probation Office in regards to drugs and paraphernalia being located in a probationers lock box. Report sent to the County Attorneys Office for review.

SPD-P2400502 02/22/24 14:11 ASSIST OTHER AGENCY 1010 W 29TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361

Officers were dispatched to a report of lost property. Upon speaking with the reporting party it was found that a passport was lost. Reporting party stated that a police report needed to be made in order to get a new passport. 

SPD-P2400555 02/22/24 14:30 PROPERTY LOST 1802 7TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF

I was dispatched to the Reconnect parking lot in reference to a vandalism. This is under investigation.

SPD-P2400511 02/22/24 15:16 VANDALISM 1715 1ST AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF

By Scottsbluff Police DepartmentCase Number Date/Time Incident Description AddressOn the below date and time officers responded to 1824 Avenue F in reference to a fight in progress. Upon further investigation. Angelina Palomo, 23 of Scottsbluff, was taken into custody for assault and disturbing the peace. SPD-P2400471 02/18/24 04:17 ASSAULT SIMPLE 1824 AVE F, SCOTTSBLUFFI was dispatched to 1424 4th Avenue in regards to a hit and run involving three vehicles. There are no suspect vehicles or suspects at this time. SPD-P2400473 02/18/24 12:31 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 1424 4TH AVE, APT 1, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361On the above date and time Officers responded to a non injury accident. Cayden Martinez Hightower, 18 of Gering was cited for no valid registration.SPD-P2400474 02/18/24 18:16 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 2400BLK AVE I, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers responded to 1412 2nd Avenue Apartment #1 in reference to a theft of a motor vehicle and a theft of some items within the apartment.Upon arrival, Officers made contact with the renters of the apartment and documented what items were taken and took photos of the scene. Uponinvestigation, Kobe Moreno, 19 of Scottsbluff was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property, burglary, theft of motor vehicle, obstructing apeace officer, drug paraphernalia, and a warrant. Madison Nowlin-Lee, 18 of Scottsbluff was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property,burglary, theft of motor vehicle, obstructing a peace officer, and resisting arrest.SPD-P2400475 02/19/24 08:59 THEFT MOTOR VEHICLE 1412 2ND AVE APT 1, SCOTTSBLUFFAn Officer responded to a non injury motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Highway 26 and East 20th Street. No citations were issued.SPD-P2400476 02/19/24 12:44 ACCIDENT NON INJURY HIGHWAY 26 / E 20TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers were dispatched to Menards in reference to a suspicious return that occurred on 02-16-24. The investigation is ongoing, a suspect hasbeen named but has not been located as of this time. SPD-P2400479 02/19/24 15:30 THEFT SHOPLIFTING 2401 DELTA DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers were dispatched to Menards in reference to a shoplifting that had occurred on 01-02-24. Upon arrival, the Officers made contact with the Front End manager of the store and was provided a report of the incident. The investigation is ongoing and a suspect has been named but has not been located as of this time. SPD-P2400478 02/19/24 15:30 THEFT SHOPLIFTING 2401 DELTA DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers were dispatched to Menards in reference to a shoplifting that had taken place on 12-30-23. Upon arrival, Officers made contact with the Front End Manager who provided Officers with a report and security footage of the incident. The investigation is ongoing. A suspect has been named but has not been located as of this time. SPD-P2400477 02/19/24 15:30 THEFT SHOPLIFTING 2401 DELTA DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Police were contacted in reference to a female who was causing a disturbance at Regional West Medical Center. The female was placed into civil protective custody.SPD-P2400481 02/19/24 18:29 PROTECTIVE CUSTODY CIVIL 4021 AVE B, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. The Scottsbluff Police K9 was deployed on the vehicle for the odor of illicit drugs.SPD-P2400480 02/19/24 19:30 CANINE DRUG SEARCH E 15TH ST / 9TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers responded to a 911 call regarding a suspected overdose. After investigation, it was determined a male subject had overdosed on prescription medication after assaulting his wife. SPD-P2400483 02/20/24 01:22 DOMESTIC ASSAULT/SIMPLE 1412 11TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFFPage 2 of 5Case Number Date/Time Incident Description AddressOfficers assisted another agency in collecting information for an investigation. SPD-P2400484 02/20/24 10:21 ASSIST OTHER AGENCYOfficers received a dispatch of a code blue located at 1521 15th Avenue. Upon arrival, Officers observed a male that was pinned underneath thefront end of a vehicle. Officers took action to remove the male from underneath the car, unfortunately the male had succumbed to his wounds. SPD-P2400485 02/20/24 12:32 DEATH 1521 15TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361I responded to Riverstone Bank in reference to a counterfeit bill being received. I was told that the bill had been found in the Safeway deposit. No suspects are known.SPD-P2400486 02/20/24 14:16 COUNTERFEITING/FORGERY 2002 BROADWAY AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers responded to a two vehicle accident at Scooter Coffee located at 3301 Avenue B. No citations were issued.SPD-P2400487 02/20/24 15:06 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 3301 AVE B, Scottsbluff, NE 69361Officers responded to the report of found property at a residence on 9th Avenue. Owner of property is unknown. Property was logged into evidence for safe keeping.SPD-P2400488 02/20/24 18:20 PROPERTY FOUND 1701 9TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers responded to a residence on 5th Avenue for a report of suspicious circumstance. SPD-P2400489 02/21/24 02:52 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE 1716 5TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers responded to the report of a gas meter and fence being struck by a vehicle. Vehicle was later located; however driver of vehicle is currently unknown. Incident is under investigation. State Accident Report completed. SPD-P2400490 02/21/24 12:54 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 1209 10TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Scottsbluff Police Department was contacted by Department of Health and Human Services in reference to a juvenile matter. See supplement for details.SPD-P2400491 02/21/24 14:46 JUVENILE OTHER 717 W OVERLAND DR, SCOTTSBLUFFOfficers were dispatched to ABC Seamless for a report of a man attempting to break in the building with a metal pole/bar. Upon arrival Officershad contact with the suspect, Candelario Soto IV, 28 of Scottsbluff. As Officers attempted to arrest Candelario he fled on foot. SPD-P2400492 02/21/24 15:38 DISORDERLY CONDUCT 2002 21ST AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers were dispatched to an address to assist Gering Police Department with an incident that occurred in their jurisdiction. Officers detained the individual until Gering Police Department arrived to cite the male for the charges incurred in Gering. SPD-P2400493 02/21/24 17:15 ASSIST OTHER AGENCY 2765 CHATEAU WAY, GERING, NE 69341Officers arrested Andrew Barron, 49 of Gering for a driving under suspension and an active warrant. SPD-P2400494 02/21/24 19:23 WARRANT ARRESTING AGENCY 805 W 27TH ST, Scottsbluff, NE 69361Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 1500 block of 11th Avenue. Eustacio Garcia-Velazquez, 33 of Scottsbluff was cited for No Valid Registration and Possession of a Controlled Substance. SPD-P2400495 02/22/24 00:53 NARCOTIC VIOLATION 1500 11TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers were dispatched to a report of an assault. Upon investigation, Justin Lopez, 31 of Scottsbluff was arrested for third degree assault on a household member. Raelin Lopez, 25 of Scottsbluff was cited for possession of marijuana.SPD-P2400496 02/22/24 09:14 ASSAULT SIMPLE 61 MARCUS DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Page 3 of 5Case Number Date/Time Incident Description AddressAn Officer responded to Regional West Medical Center in reference to a minor parking lot motor vehicle accident. No citations were issued. SPD-P2400498 02/22/24 09:41 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 4021 AVE B, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361I was dispatched to 3515 5th Avenue, The Rock Church, for an animal bite that had occurred on February 20th, 2024. See Report for Details.SPD-P2400497 02/22/24 10:01 ANIMAL BITE 1401 14TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFFI was notified that a High School SPED student was possibly the victim of child abuse. An intake was generated and a investigation began.SPD-P2400500 02/22/24 10:28 JUVENILE OTHER 313 E 27TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers were dispatched to speak with an individual at the Police Department in regard to a possible theft. After speaking with the concerned party it was found that the suspect attempted to use a fraudulent credit card to purchase materials. This is under investigation.SPD-P2400499 02/22/24 11:40 FRAUD - FALSE PRETENSES 1018 E OVERLAND DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers were contacted by the District 12 Probation Office in regards to drugs and paraphernalia being located in a probationers lock box. Report sent to the County Attorneys Office for review.SPD-P2400502 02/22/24 14:11 ASSIST OTHER AGENCY 1010 W 29TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers were dispatched to a report of lost property. Upon speaking with the reporting party it was found that a passport was lost. Reporting party stated that a police report needed to be made in order to get a new passport. SPD-P2400555 02/22/24 14:30 PROPERTY LOST 1802 7TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFFI was dispatched to the Reconnect parking lot in reference to a vandalism. This is under investigation.SPD-P2400511 02/22/24 15:16 VANDALISM 1715 1ST AVE, SCOTTSBLUFFOfficers arrived to Western Nebraska Community College for a report of a narcotic violation. Upon further investigation it was found that a janitoremployee accidentally dropped a THC edible while working. Lynn Ann Smith, 58 of Scottsbluff was cited for possession of Marijuana less than one ounce. SPD-P2400503 02/22/24 15:44 NARCOTIC VIOLATION 1601 E 27TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers responded to 818 East Overland in reference to a reported theft. Two female juveniles were issued citations for shoplifting. One of thejuveniles was additionally cited for resisting/hindering.SPD-P2400504 02/22/24 16:00 THEFT SHOPLIFTING 818 E OVERLAND DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361The communications center advised of a motor vehicle accident which had occurred on the Avenue I river bridge. Both vehicle had moved to theservice station north of the river bridge. Damage was minor to both vehicles; no injuries. State accident report completed. SPD-P2400505 02/22/24 16:18 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 822 S BELTLINE HWY W, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361I assisted with a probation search. See supplement.SPD-P2400508 02/22/24 19:41 ASSIST OTHER AGENCY 730 K ST, GERING, NE 69341Officers received a report that a debit card was used without authorization. The investigation revealed that the owner had also had their wallet stolen at an unknown point in time, in another city. SPD-P2400507 02/22/24 20:02 THEFT ALL OTHER 818 E OVERLAND DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers received a Department of Health and Human Services intake regarding child abuse. The case is currently being investigated. Officersensured the safety and well being of the children in question.SPD-P2400509 02/22/24 21:13 CHILD ABUSE 318 E OVERLAND DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Page 4 of 5Case Number Date/Time Incident Description AddressOfficers took a report of a juvenile runaway. The juvenile was found on 2/25/24.SPD-P2400510 02/22/24 22:33 JUVENILE RUNAWAY 2426 BROADWAY AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361I was called to Bluff's Middle School in reference to some juveniles that had a THC vape pen and a THC cartridge. Report forwarded to City Prosecutor for review.SPD-P2400512 02/23/24 11:07 NARCOTIC VIOLATION 27 E 23RD ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361An Officer was assigned a child abuse/neglect intake. The officer made contact with a Department of Health and Human Services worker at themother's residence to conduct an interview. An investigation was made and no charges have been filed as of this time. SPD-P2400513 02/23/24 14:55 CHILD ABUSE 2221 AVE F, SCOTTSBLUFFOfficers were dispatched to 3809 2nd Avenue in reference to a theft from motor vehicle. Upon arrival, Officers made contact with the victim whostated that a black backpack with various valuable items within it was taken out of her vehicle at the mall located at 2302 South Frontage Road.The investigation is on-going and no suspects have been identified at this time. SPD-P2400517 02/23/24 15:04 THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE 2302 S FRONTAGE RD, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361I was dispatched to the area of Safeway parking lot. Owner did not know where the damage occurred or whenSPD-P2400514 02/23/24 15:23 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 601 BROADWAY AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361I responded to a traffic crash with injuries at the intersection of 1st Avenue and East 16th Street. Investigation led to Katia Olmos, age 25 ofMitchell, being cited for driving under suspension, no child safety seat, and no seat belt. The vehicle owner, Angela Olmos, age 55 of Mitchell,was cited for no proof of insurance.SPD-P2400516 02/23/24 15:53 DRIVING UNDER SUSPENSION 1ST AVE / E 16TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361I investigated a two vehicle traffic crash with injuries at the intersection of East 16th Street and 1st Avenue. Accident crash form completed. Ajuvenile was cited for a stop sign violation.SPD-P2400515 02/23/24 15:53 ACCIDENT INJURY 1ST AVE / E 16TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361There was a man at the hospital wanting Salvation Army Funds for a motel room. The man was found to be intoxicated and he was taken intoCivil Protective Custody.SPD-P2400518 02/23/24 17:35 PROTECTIVE CUSTODY CIVIL 4021 AVE B, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers responded to a report of suspicious activity in the parking lot of Pizza Hut and made contact with Edgar Russell, 75 of Scottsbluff andMark Cross, 63 of Scottsbluff. Edgar was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and Mark was cited for an open alcohol container in a vehicle.SPD-P2400520 02/23/24 20:24 NARCOTIC VIOLATION 3102 AVE I, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers on routine patrol stumbled upon a disturbance. Domingo Gomez III, 41 of Scottsbluff, and Gerrardo Macias, 33 of Brush, Colorado, were issued citations for Disturbing the Peace.SPD-P2400521 02/24/24 01:21 DISTURBING THE PEACE 1200 BLK 5TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Police responded to a 911 hangup call where the caller was identified as having an active warrant. Omar Lara, 51, of Terrytown was arrested and housed at Scotts Bluff County Detention Center on his warrant.SPD-P2400522 02/24/24 02:57 WARRANT ARRESTING AGENCY 26 MOBILE AVE, TERRYTOWN, NE 69341Officers initiated a traffic stop in the 2100 Block of East Overland Drive. During the course of the traffic stop, Officers learned that the driver of the vehicle stopped, Robert Moore, 56 of Scottsbluff, had a suspended drivers license and was operating a vehicle. Moore received a citation for driving under suspension. SPD-P2400524 02/24/24 11:51 DRIVING UNDER SUSPENSION 2319 E OVERLAND DR, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Page 5 of 5Case Number Date/Time Incident Description AddressI investigated a traffic crash in the 800 block of West 27th Street. A crash report was completed and no citations were issued.SPD-P2400525 02/24/24 12:37 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 800 BLK W 27TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers were dispatched to the ringdown at the Scottsbluff Police Department in reference to a female who wanted to report a male stalking and threatening her. Upon arrival, Officers made contact with the female. After further investigation, it was determined that the female's car had been vandalized. The investigation is still ongoing and a suspect has been identified but has not been located as of this time. SPD-P2400526 02/24/24 17:09 VANDALISM 1801 AVE B, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361Officers investigated a report of a non-injury accident. A vehicle hit a parked car. Cirpirano Miranda, 50 of Scottsbluff, was arrested for Driving Under the Influence and traffic offenses. He was housed at Scotts Bluff County Detention Center. SPD-P2400527 02/24/24 18:40 ACCIDENT NON INJURY 5TH AVE / PARK LN, SCOTTSBLUFFOfficers responded to a reported physical disturbance. As a result of the investigation, Gregory Garcia 31 of Scottsbluff was cited for 3rd Degree Assault. SPD-P2400529 02/24/24 20:54 ASSAULT SIMPLE 1622 16TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361An Officer responded to a report of shot heard in the 700 Block of 14th Avenue. Investigation was conducted at the scene. A suspect has been identified.

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