Sustainable Beef plant opens in North Platte, aiming to boost local economy and revolutionize beef industry

A new cattle processing facility in North Platte is set to create a sustainable local supply chain that will bring in an estimated one billion dollars annually once it is fully-operational.

March 24, 2025Updated: March 24, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

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Regional

Improperly discarded e-scooter sparks fire at SWANN facility in Chadron

A fire at a Solid Waste Agency of Northwest Nebraska (SWANN) facility in Chadron on Friday was caused by an improperly disposed electric scooter, according to the agency.

Southeast Nebraska first responders again assist Western Nebraska tackle wildfires

First responders from across Southeast Nebraska have responded to four serious wildfires in other parts of the state so far this year, the latest of which broke out near Crawford earlier this month

James Lucero sworn in as Kimball Chief of Police

Storm damages communications tower in Cherry County

A powerful storm late last month damaged a communications tower in Cherry County.

Sustainable Beef plant opens in North Platte, aiming to boost local economy and revolutionize beef industry

Regional

Improperly discarded e-scooter sparks fire at SWANN facility in Chadron

Southeast Nebraska first responders again assist Western Nebraska tackle wildfires

James Lucero sworn in as Kimball Chief of Police

Storm damages communications tower in Cherry County

State

Criminal charges filed prior to NC police standoff

Old Settlers Picnic, Western's annual summer tradition, lives on thanks to community dedication

Old Timers Regatta keeps sailing tradition alive at Lewis and Clark Lake

Home break-in turns to NC manhunt

Three-act stage keeps downtown Sidney entertained

Scottsbluff authorities investigating stabbing incident

Sports

Bobcat basketball misses 2026 tournament goal

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities