North Platte and other towns across Nebraska are putting proactive measures in place to quell the spread of COVID-19. Disruptions to school, work, and major public gatherings are already manifesting and it’s important to stay up to date on what’s happening in the North Platte, NE community.

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Nebraska COVID-19 Cases

Nebraska New Coronavirus Cases:
Nebraska Total Coronavirus Cases: 574,399
Nebraska New Coronavirus Deaths:
Nebraska Total Coronavirus Deaths: 5,063
U.S. New Coronavirus Cases: 1,648
U.S. Total Coronavirus Cases: 107,184,620
U.S. New Coronavirus Deaths: 8
U.S. Total Coronavirus Deaths: 1,166,662
Last updated June 10, 2023
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Coronavirus News for North Platte

Washington Post: Measles is more contagious than the coronavirus. And it’s back.

Measles is one of the most contagious human viruses — more so than the coronavirus — and is spread through direct or airborne contact when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. The virus can ... More info »

nptelegraph - 04/17/2024 04:45am

North Platte native returns home, transfers to Nebraska with 3 years of eligibility

The 6-foot-1, 220-pound athlete will have three seasons of eligibility left. Gentone was also a star track runner and wrestler during his time in North Platte. More info »

KETV Omaha - 04/23/2024 02:31pm

F1 driver Hülkenberg to leave Haas for Sauber

HINWIL, Switzerland — Formula 1 driver Nico Hülkenberg is leaving Haas for Sauber at the end of the year, giving the team a German presence on the grid when it rebrands to Audi for 2026. The ... More info »

nptelegraph - 04/25/2024 07:15pm

3 best deck builders in North Platte, Nebraska

Cedar: Cedar decking is known for being a soft and resilient wood that can resist rot, water and insects. Its moisture resistance reduces its vulnerability to warping or splintering when exposed to ... More info »

USA Today - 04/21/2024 04:00pm

History fuels high rates of Native American death at hands of police, experts say

Having their elders sent to boarding school or suffering from addiction "likely contributes to the moment that an Indigenous person finds themself encountering the police,” one expert said. More info »

Omaha.com - 04/25/2024 11:30pm

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