Marresa Burke
Weekend Anchor/Reporter
North Platte, Nebraska
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Marresa joined the News 2 team in September 2020 as the Weekend Anchor/Reporter. In 2017, she graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tennessee where she majored in Mass Communications and minored in Dance. She was also a member of the Middle Tennessee Spirit Program which added to her love sports specifically, basketball and football.
Her father always told her, "Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a nightmare." With those words, she plans on giving a special touch to each story she delivers to the North Platte community.
Outside of news, she enjoys shopping, binge watching make up tutorials, television shows and movies while spending time with her turtles: Poptart and Sprinkles.
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Mid-Plain Community College brought Dr. Robert Bryd to share the importance of recognizing African-American contributions to the midwest.
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People are donating to local animal shelters to celebrate Betty White's 100th birthday.
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Levender’s of North Platte experiences part shortages due to the issues with supply chains.
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The Sandhills/Thedford Knights defeat the Sandhills Valley Mavericks, 46-26.
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The Sandhills Valley Mavericks win over the Sandhills/Thedford Knights, 58 – 52.
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In honor of late Betty White's birthday, people are donating to local animal shelters in her name. Her birthday is January 17.
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The Pawnee Scouts originated from eastern Nebraska and assisted the United States Army.
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In Nebraska, the average student debt balance is $28,684 which is 22% lower than the national average. Of the Nebraskans who have student loans, 5.9% of borrowers have $100,000 or more in outstanding student loan debt.
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The Lincoln County Commissioners passed a resolution setting elected officials' salaries for January 2023 to January 2027.
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Trego Dugan Aviation’s headquarters is expanding into the First National Bank of Omaha in North Platte.
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Sacred Oath hosted a new year's celebration for veterans in the community.
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The Lincoln County Commissioners have until Jan. 15 to finalize a resolution.
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Here's what's happening in North Platte on New Year's Eve.
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A Christmas display is helping raise money for the organization Trap Neuter Return.
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Last week, Great Plains Health’s administration team decided to let go of Dr. Richard Markiewicz, the interventional cardiologist and endovascular specialist. Since then, many of his patients and patients’ family members have shared their outrage.
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The Lincoln County Commissioners are working to provide financial assistance for organizations and businesses.
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Harmony Hall is dedicated in the memory of the Harmony Patience and to prevent teen suicides.
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Lincoln Elementary fifth-graders graduated from the D.A.R.E. program.
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Each Thursday in December from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. the carriage trots throughout the historic Canteen District.
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Lincoln County Commissioners will discuss this again on Monday, Dec. 20.
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The Habitat for Humanities mailbox auction is Tuesday, Dec. 14 at the Prairie Arts Center.
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Cody Elementary held their D.A.R.E. graduation for 25 students.
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The Irish of Saint Pats will take on the Hershey Panthers on Saturday, Dec. 11. Maxwell faces Paxton Tigers next week on Friday, December 17.
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The Lincoln County Detention Center will be getting body scanners.
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A local veteran organization is encouraging the next generation of healthcare workers by supporting them financially.
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This holiday season, the Future Farmers of America chapter at Gothenburg High School is selling red, white and pink poinsettias to raise money for future projects.
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This month, the Prairie Art Center’s newest gallery will showcase the spirit of the holidays. The theme is “Whimsical Winter.”
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On Monday, the Lincoln County Commissioners unanimously decided to enter an interim agreement with the West Central Development District for their assistance in administering State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. The organization will prioritize entities needing immediate funding assistance.
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The North Platte Baptist Church donated twelve Thanksgiving baskets to patients at the Callahan Cancer Center.
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Presents for this year’s angel trees need to be returned by Dec. 15.
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The mailbox auction is on Dec. 14 at the Prairie Arts Center.
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Many people and organizations wish to help others on the holidays.
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North Platte Elks Lodge #985 is collecting deer hide to make gloves for disabled veterans.
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The Lincoln County Visitors Bureau is using money generated from tourism to increase North Platte's sports tourism.
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Pop Corner hosted the cookie decorating station at Christmas in the Neighborhood.
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Deer firearm season begins tomorrow, November 13.
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Eight veterans were awarded quilts of valor on Veterans Day.
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The Sandhill/Thedford Knights are going on to the NSAA semi-finals.
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Cowboy Christmas takes place this weekend at the D&N Event Center.