Team “Wake & Break” from Platte Bar in North Platte has secured a coveted spot in the APA 9-Ball World Pool Championships in Las Vegas after a standout performance at the Western Nebraska qualifiers.

For 40 years, North Platte has proudly hosted the Miss Nebraska Scholarship Program, fostering a cherished tradition of empowerment and community spirit. As this year’s event kicks off Thursday, the city reflects on its enduring role in this prestigious pageant.