Cody Thomas Nebraska State Patrol
JULY 13, 2023 (SCOTTSBLUFF, NEB.) — As thousands gather in Scotts Bluff County for Oregon Trail Days, troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol will be working to reduce the likelihood of serious crashes around the event.
“Oregon Trail Days brings people from near and far, so we’ll be working diligently to keep our local residents and visitors safe this weekend,” said Major Jeff Roby, NSP Western Operations Major. “As folks participate in numerous events through Sunday, we encourage everyone to plan ahead to have a sober driver.”
Oregon Trail Days is marking its 102nd consecutive year in 2023. The events run from today, July 13, through Sunday, July 16, at several locations around Gering.
Troopers will be performing high visibility patrols on roadways throughout Scotts Bluff County as part of the effort. The Nebraska Department of Transportation – Highway Safety Office (NDOT-HSO) has designated Scotts Bluff County as a priority county for 2023. NSP’s effort is made possible thanks in part to a grant for $1,770 from NDOT-HSO.