Nebraska
Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for April 26
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) -On Saturday, North Platte High School hosted the inaugural Nebraska State Video Championships.
Students from across the state had the chance to show off their filmmaking skills. There were screenings and breakout sessions with media professionals.
Students say that this day wouldn’t be possible without the people around them.
“I think it’s awesome. I give all my credit to Mr. Willey, and just like everything that he has done for me and a couple of my friends and stuff, it’s been so inspiring. And he definitely helps us, like, really bring this to a real-life perspective,” Will Cox, North Platte Student, said.
The Nebraska State Video Championships are a pivotal moment for students dreaming of a career in media.
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NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) – The Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation honored outgoing President and Executive Director Eric Seacrest in a retirement ceremony at Venue 304 on Friday, celebrating his decades of leadership and commitment to the region.
Throughout his tenure, Seacrest played a key role in supporting and advancing numerous community projects across Lincoln County, helping shape growth and opportunity in North Platte and surrounding areas.
During the ceremony, he was recognized with an award highlighting his years of hard work and dedication, as well as the lasting impact he leaves behind.
In a special moment, North Platte Mayor Brandon Kelliher presented Seacrest with the key to the city, thanking him for his service and contributions to making the community a better place.
“In my hardest touch I’m very grateful to see so many people here that I care about, that I care about deeply. They care about this communities in this region and these are people that I love to have in my life,” Seacrest said.
Seacrest acknowledged his colleagues, community partners, and the residents of North Platte for their support throughout his career.
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