One person died Thursday in west-central Nebraska following a rollover crash just west of North Platte that involved five people age 18 and younger.
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JD Vance became the first vice president to visit North Platte on Thursday, campaigning for Sen. Pete Ricketts and Gov. Jim Pillen as they face challenging reelection bids.
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New to the varsity libero role, Katelyn Dyrstad helped anchor Papillion-La Vista South's defense in a Metro Conference championship victory over Elkhorn North.
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Creighton Prep extended its Class A-record playoff streak to 32 consecutive seasons with a win over Bellevue West. The loss ended Bellevue West’s streak of 22 straight postseason appearances.
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