Category: Local News - Platte River Radio

Central Community College Returning to Full Capacity

GRAND ISLAND - Central Community College will return to full capacity for all classes, events, activities and training at all locations starting July 1. The CCC administration made the move following declines in community spread of COVID and exposures and the increased vaccinations of employees and students. "We look forward to providing more interactive instruction...

Tour De Nebraska Making Stop in Hastings Over the Weekend

HASTINGS - Tour De Nebraska began on Tuesday and the cyclists will stop in Hastings on Friday and Saturday. They are expecting over 400 riders and additional 30 support staff and families will be in Hastings for the weekend. This year, they have riders from 15 different states and Canada. Hastings will showcase two local...

Kiwanis Pancake Feed and Dizzy with a Dame Dance Happening at State Fly In Show

HASTINGS - On top of the Hastings Municipal Airport hosting the State Fly In this weekend, they will also be hosting the Kiwanis Club Pancake Feed and the Hastings Catholic Schools Dizzy with a Dame Dance. The 68th Annual Pancake Feed will be happening both Saturday and Sunday from 7am until 2pm in a hangar...

Hastings Battle of the Badges Blood Drive Brings in 106 Donors

HASTINGS - With overwhelming support for Hastings police officers and firefighters at this year’s Battle of the Badges Blood Drive, the competition ended in a tie. The American Red Cross reported that 106 donors participated in the blood drive on June 11, with a tied vote of 58-58. Power Red donors received two votes, and...

Weekly COVID-19 Case Count Remains Low in South Heartland District

HASTINGS - South Heartland District Health Department (SHDHD) executive director Michele Bever gave a weekly COVID-19 update for the health district, which encompasses Adams, Clay, Nuckolls and Webster counties. Bever reported the department logged just one confirmed COVID-19 case since last Tuesday’s update, adding up to just two cases total for the week ending June...

Nebraska High School Finals Rodeo Returning to Hastings

HASTINGS - The entry list has been set for the Nebraska State High School Finals Rodeo, to be held in Hastings June 17-19 at the Adams County Fairgrounds. Over 150 high school rodeo athletes will compete in thirteen events. The top four competitors in each event at the state level will earn a berth to...

Badges Across America Highlights Hastings Police Department

HASTINGS - A retired law enforcement officer is using a camera to connect police departments with their communities across the country. Badges Across America is a nonprofit organization led by retired Sergeant Charlie Simmons, formerly of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office in Golden, Colo. Simmons is working with the Hastings Police Department to highlight their...

State Fly in Show This Weekend at the Hastings Municipal Airport

HASTINGS - The Hastings Municipal Airport will be hosting the Annual State Fly In Show this Saturday and Sunday. There will be plenty of events and activities at the airport over the weekend, including a chance to see and ride in the World War II B-29 Superfortress called the “Doc.” On Saturday people will be...

Hastings Parkview Cemetery Receives New Columbarium

HASTINGS - A new columbarium is ready for use at Parkview Cemetery. The granite columbarium is designed to hold the cremated remains of loved ones and is located in North Terrace Block 8. It houses 120 niches to keep cremains secure. The new columbarium was delivered on June 9, and the installation of surrounding paving...

Riley Green Added to the 2021 Adams County Fair Lineup

HASTINGS - Country star, Riley Green, will be performing at the 2021 Adams County Fairfest on Friday, July 16th. Previously announced headliner, Dylan Scott, is cancelling his performance due to an unforeseen scheduling conflict. “It’s unfortunate that Dylan Scott won’t be able to join us this year, but we’re so fortunate that Riley was available...