Jessica Raney
Weekend Meteorologist
North Platte
/s3.amazonaws.com/arc-authors/gray/4ef0990b-1c09-493b-a32d-c032632057be.jpg)
Jessica Raney joined News 2 in July of 2020 as our Weekend Meteorologist/ Reporter. She graduated from The University of Colorado at Boulder in May of 2020. Throughout college she achieved a Bachelor of Arts in Media Production with a minor in Atmospheric Science. During the Spring semester of 2020 she interned at the National Weather Service in Boulder and helped forecast Boulder's snowiest winter ever recorded.
Jessica was born and raised in the St. Louis area and has had a passion for the weather since a young age. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors and visiting her friends and family in Denver, CO. Jessica is looking forward to doing some storm chasing here in Nebraska on her days off and getting involved with our community.
The tourism industry in North Platte prepares for a much better tourism season.
A bill in the legislature could help veterans re-enter the civilian workforce.
Great Plains Health makes a big donation to North Platte Community College.
For the past couple of weeks we have been locked into this bitterly cold, icebox of a weather pattern. This weekend we expect to see that trend begin to reverse.
The North Platte Public Library teaches teens about the anatomy of trout.
Attendants discussed how the edible dry bean production is looking for the 2021 year.
Do you love Girl Scout Cookies? Sales are almost here. Learn where you can order some cookies near you.
Those who are interested in learning to ride a motorcycle will love this story.
The Quality Growth Fund Committee decides to not move forward on an offer.
With spring break around the corner many families are planning trips with their family. Learn how to keep your pet safe in the car.
Students of St. Pat's Honor Society volunteer at their blood drive.
Temperatures will be cooling down to more "January-like" levels into next week as an active weather pattern generates periodic bouts of snow.
Learn how the Nebraska Corn Growers Association encourages students to seek a college degree in agriculture.
Thursday's blood drive in North Platte was a huge success.
There are endless possibilities for New Years Resolutions. After the crazy year we have had, some say they are excited for a fresh start and an end to COVID-19.
A blood drive is held in loving memory of Arvid and Florence Jackson.
Learn how Great Plains Health employees hope to make a difference for local non-profits.
One local fundraiser from the Christmas season raised over $5,000 which Al's Lock and Safe donated to Guardians of the Children.
Merry Christmas! Temperatures were lovely for the holiday and will continue this trend through Saturday.
Community members created a memorable Christmas Eve by donating their blood.
Temperatures slowly warm back up for Christmas Eve as winds calm down.
Colder weather with areas of light snow are expected into the day on Friday.
One church helps local elementary school families have enough food for Christmas.
A local business creates a one stop shop for your fishing and hunting needs. And Progress continues on the new fire station in Sutherland.
The Lincoln County Historical Museum lights up the night with their Christmas Village event.
The Quality Growth Fund Committee met on Wednesday to discuss two different programs.
Precipitation chances remain slim to none tonight. Temperatures continue a cool trend through the weekend.
Another mild day is expected on Thursday with well above normal temperatures. The weekend will be turning colder as rain chances see to be diminishing..
Now is the time to savor the great oudoors as 70 degree weather returns but only for a couple days. Another storm system arrives for the weekend.
Sunshine, warmer temperatures continue into Tuesday and Wednesday.
The week will open up with warmer temperatures through Wednesday, before we reverse course to cooler conditions through next weekend, with rain and snow chances.
Windy conditions are expected to calm down Saturday night into Sunday morning.
Learn how you can get involved in holiday activities while staying COVID-19 safe.