Andre Brooks

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Executive Producer, NBC News NOW Live at NBC News Now

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Prairie Arts Center showcases ‘American Plains Art’ exhibit featuring Nebraska landscapes

Sep 14, 2024 | ourcommunitynow.com | Andre Brooks

ShareNORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The Prairie Arts Center is returning its annual “American Plains Art” exhibit this year. First launched in 1982 by a group of artists from across the country, the exhibit aims to depict the natural beauty of the Great Plains. Since opening in 2013, the Prairie Arts Center has hosted the exhibit. This year, the artists that are included in the exhibit are J.J. Mcelroy, Charlie Bullock, Sherry Stuart.
Electrical fire kills family pets, damages home

Sep 13, 2024 | fox5vegas.com | Andre Brooks

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP/Gray News) - Fire officials in Nebraska say they are investigating an electrical fire that killed a family’s pets Friday morning. According to the North Platte Fire Department, firefighters responded to a home in the 2400 block of Rodeo Road around 10 a.m. North Platte Fire Department Marshall Mike McConnel said crews were able to extinguish the flames and prevent any injuries, but the family involved ended up losing their pets.
Multi-vehicle crash shuts down portion of I-80 in Lincoln County

Aug 12, 2024 | 1011now.com | Andre Brooks

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - A multi-vehicle crash has closed down a portion of I-80 in Lincoln County Monday morning, according to Nebraska 511. The Nebraska Department of Transportation reported just before 6:45 a.m. that the westbound lanes of I-80 from Sutherland to Paxton was closed due to the crash. NDOT, the Nebraska State Patrol and the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office are rerouting traffic at the Sutherland exit to Highway 30. Drivers in the area can expect delays.
People stopped by the Annual Corn Feed at the Lincoln County Historical Museum

Aug 3, 2024 | knopnews2.com | Andre Brooks

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) -The Lincoln County Historical Museum hosted their annual corn feed Saturday afternoon. During the event, people were able to try a variety of foods including freshly pulled corn from Soderholm Farms from Holdrege, BBQ pulled pork, cole slaw and sweet watermelon. There was live entertainment from local musicians for people to enjoy.
Cozad community unites to clean up storm damage

Jul 1, 2024 | knopnews2.com | Andre Brooks

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Severe storms swept through Dawson County, including the town of Cozad, causing significant damage and prompting a community-wide cleanup effort. The storms, which began Friday night and continued into early Saturday morning, brought damaging winds and hail. Businesses, homes, roads and vehicles suffered extensive damage. “When the storm came on through, it was devastating for everyone. Even people in the outside towns just looking in. Really devastating.
Blue Hill native crowned Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska

Jun 12, 2024 | ksnblocal4.com | Andre Brooks

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The 2024 Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska was crowned at Mid-Plains Community College Wednesday afternoon. Jaelyn Himmelberg of Blue Hill was announced as the winner. She attends Blue Hill High School and plans to enroll at Doane University after graduating. Himmelberg said she is ready to embark on this journey over the next year and is looking forward to rodeos across Nebraska and being able to represent her state across the country. “I’m so excited. I’m so blessed.
U.S. Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer responds to President Joe Biden’s State of the Union Address

Mar 8, 2024 | knopnews2.com | Andre Brooks

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) -President Joe Biden delivered his 2024 State of the Union address Thursday night in Washington D.C. and this got other political leaders responding to this address, including U.S. Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer. Fischer’s concerns were about the health of the economy. She said that some of the Biden’s statements were beyond what was reality.
Record snowfall impacts North Platte Thursday into early Friday

Mar 8, 2024 | ksnblocal4.com | Andre Brooks

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - A Spring storm moved through the North Platte and Greater Nebraska area, bringing with it record setting snow across North Platte. The storm started Thursday morning across the southwest portions of the region, and then expanded as the day progressed. The snow then intensified as we headed into Thursday evening, bringing 1 to 3 inches of snow an hour at times. Some motorists were stranded during periods of the storm, mainly 18 wheelers.
Off and on clouds with warm temps Thursday; Rainfall expected during the weekend

Feb 1, 2024 | nbcnebraskascottsbluff.com | Andre Brooks

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) -SCOTTSBLUFF,Neb.(KNEP)- Thursday will bring us one more quiet and warm day, with things becoming more active as we head into the weekend. A southerly flow will bring in some clouds across the area, and this will push through the area during the day Thursday. Highs will still be well above normal, with highs in the 50s and 60s with light winds. People that like the sun are encouraged to enjoy it while they can during the day Thursday.
Warm and calm conditions Wednesday into Thursday; Watching Groundhog's Day weekend system

Jan 31, 2024 | nbcnebraskascottsbluff.com | Andre Brooks

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) -SCOTTSBLUFF,Neb.(KNEP)- During the day Wednesday into Thursday, the Spring weather will continue across the region, with things becoming wetter and cooler during Groundhog’s Day weekend. During the day Wednesday, the sun will resume to bring its glory during the day, with light winds, and highs in the 60s. Overnight Wednesday, temperatures will drop down into the 20s to 30s, with some passing clouds.