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Frontier County veteran celebrates 102nd birthday

Feb 25, 2025 | nptelegraph.com | Job Vigil

The family of World War II veteran Robert Furrow celebrated his 102nd birthday on Saturday, a few days ahead of his actual birthday Wednesday. His son Scott Furrow said family came to town over the weekend, so they decided to celebrate early. He said about 20 family members went to a restaurant in Maywood and shared a meal and fun. The family is requesting cards be sent to Bob Furrow, 217 Crook Ave., Curtis, NE 69025. Born in Elwood on Sept.
2023 Women of Achievement recognized by Nebraskaland Bank, Telegraph

Feb 8, 2024 | nptelegraph.com | Job Vigil

The North Platte Women of Achievement were recognized Thursday, April 7, 2023, at the Nebraskaland Bank and The North Platte Telegraph’s annual event. Each year, the two businesses have honored women in several categories including business, education, government, medical, social services and volunteer. On Thursday, the 2023 Women of Achievement winners were announced at a luncheon at Venue304.
Sheldon Statewide brings ‘A Day’s Work’ to Prairie Arts Center

Sep 29, 2023 | nptelegraph.com | Job Vigil

“A Day’s Work” is an exhibition of artwork related to labor from the collection of the Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The show opens Sept. 30 at the Prairie Arts Center Erickson Gallery and will run through the end of October. The exhibit presents depictions of work by 18 artists and encourages viewers to consider labor’s mental, physical, social, political and economic effects.
Job Vigil: You just know when the time comes for that farewell

Sep 27, 2023 | nptelegraph.com | Job Vigil

“Live your passion, tell your story, change the world” reads the plaque that hangs on the wall in front of me at my cubicle at work. Gail, my wife, gave that to me quite a few years ago and I’ve tried my best to honor that message. For 20 years and 10 months, I’ve walked through these doors at the North Platte Telegraph, but the time has come to close that chapter of my life.
Playhouse offers new version of Cinderella musical

Sep 27, 2023 | nptelegraph.com | Job Vigil

The beloved story of “Cinderella” takes on a new twist in the Playhouse's most recent adaptation of the original Rodgers and Hammerstein version. The characters will be a little different than the familiar king and queen, said director Darrell Drullinger. The show is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 29, 30 and at 2 p.m. on Oct. 1; 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 6-7 and 2 p.m. on Oct. 8. Tickets for adults are $18 in advance of $20 at the door. Kids are $10 in advance and $12 at the door.
Partner Up Rodeo introduces students with disabilities to the sport at Wild West Arena

Sep 13, 2023 | nptelegraph.com | Job Vigil

The Wild West Arena resounded with shouts of excitement as the annual Partner Up Rodeo event hosted students with disabilities from around the area on Wednesday. Organizers said this year a record-setting 223 students registered for the event. ESU 16 and MPCC rodeo team members from McCook and North Platte, along with the Nebraska High School Rodeo Association hosted the event.
Pride and Prejudice takes the stage at North Platte high school

Sep 13, 2023 | nptelegraph.com | Job Vigil

The story of “Pride and Prejudice” brings out the classic tale of the struggle to find a companion in the early 1800s. The North Platte High School theater department will present “Pride and Prejudice” at 7 p.m. on Friday and 7 p.m. on Saturday at the North Platte High School Performing Arts Center with a $5 admission at the door. Theater teacher Brittany McDaniel said she chose the show because of the way it grabbed her in the first five pages. “It’s a story a lot of people know,” McDaniel said.
Pride and Prejudice takes the stage at North Platte high school

Sep 13, 2023 | nptelegraph.com | Job Vigil

The story of "Pride and Prejudice" brings out the classic tale of the struggle to find a companion in the early 1800s. The North Platte High School theater department will present "Pride and Prejudice" at 7 p.m. on Friday and 7 p.m. on Saturday at the North Platte High School Performing Arts Center with a $5 admission at the door. Theater teacher Brittany McDaniel said she chose the show because of the way it grabbed her in the first five pages. “It’s a story a lot of people know,” McDaniel said.
Partner Up Rodeo introduces students with disabilities to the sport at Wild West Arena

Sep 13, 2023 | nptelegraph.com | Job Vigil

The Wild West Arena resounded with shouts of excitement as the annual Partner Up Rodeo event hosted students with disabilities from around the area on Wednesday. Organizers said this year a record-setting 223 students registered for the event. ESU 16 and MPCC rodeo team members from McCook and North Platte, along with the Nebraska High School Rodeo Association hosted the event. The Nebraska High School Rodeo Association initially supported the event for more than eight years.
North Platte and Hershey public school boards receive state excellence awards

Sep 7, 2023 | nptelegraph.com | Job Vigil

The North Platte Public Schools Board of Education and the Hershey Public Schools Board of Education received the Board of Excellence award from the Nebraska Association of School Boards. The awards were presented on Aug. 29 at the NASB area membership meeting in North Platte. The award is earned by boards who have participated in advocacy and board professional development learning activities, said Shari Becker, director of Education Leadership Search Service.

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