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[News Channel Nebraska] Pony Express comes through Lodgepole
LODGEPOLE — In the early morning hours of June 19, Gordy Wilkins and Kai Wilkins made their way into the Village of Lodgepole carrying the mochila for the annual Pony Express Re-Ride. They made their way to the Lodge Pole Depot Museum, greeted by a group of about 24 residents and other guests excited to … Continued
[Lex Clipper Herald] Pony Express Re-Riders pass through Dawson County
Despite the high temperatures Thursday afternoon, riders in the National Pony Express Association’s annual Re-Ride pressed on through south-central Nebraska and Dawson County on June 19. A group of riders ran late due to delays throughout the day from the extreme heat across the region. But a small crowd of eager onlookers were awaiting the … Continued
[StarHerald] PHOTOS: Pony Express Re-Ride 2025
Following the Oregon Trail: Pony Express Re-Riders press on through western Nebraska Riders in the National Pony Express Association’s annual Re-Ride traveled through western Nebraska on June 18, facing delays due to the intense heat, high elevation, uphill stretches that exhaust horses and riders alike. Great Photos …
[KNEB.tv] 2025 Pony Express Re-Ride Gallops Through Panhandle & Video
Successful Pony Express Re-Ride Through Nebraska Panhandle Wednesday The Pony Express Mail Service galloped through the Panhandle once again this week, as dozens of volunteers helped with the annual re-ride of the original route from the 1860’s Yesterday afternoon, a group of riders covered a 56 mile stretch that began around 2:30 p.m. at the … Continued
[KMOR 93.3] Pony Express Re-Ride Coming Through Nebraska Panhandle Wednesday
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[Gothenburg Leader] Pony Express Rides Again in Ehmen Park
The community of Gothenburg has long embraced the title of “Pony Express Capital of Nebraska”, and last week the town welcomed a long-awaited symbol of that legacy. Though in existence for only 18 months, the Pony Express and its young riders have come to symbolize the “Old West”. Young men, generally no older than 17, … Continued
[North Platte Post] Pony Express Re-Ride to Gallop Through Central Nebraska June 18–20
NORTH PLATTE, Neb – The thunder of hooves and history returns to Nebraska this month as the 2025 Pony Express National Re-Ride makes its way across the state June 18–20, retracing one of the most storied mail routes in American history. The annual 1,966-mile reenactment began in St. Joseph, Missouri, and will continue around the … Continued
[North Platte Bulletin] Pony Express re-ride to come through North Platte
The National Pony Express Re-Ride will be coming through North Platte on Thursday, June 19 around 3:30 p.m. at U.S. Hwy 83 and State Farm Road. The Pony Express National Re-Ride is an annual tribute to the legendary mail service of 1860–61. It will enter Nebraska on Wednesday, June 18, when the Wyoming division hands … Continued
[Gothenburg Leader] Pony Express Re-Ride to Stop in Gothenburg June 19
The Pony Express National Re-Ride, an annual tribute to the legendary mail service of 1860–1861, gallops into Nebraska on Wednesday, June 18, as the Wyoming Division hands off the mochila (the leather mail pouch) to the Nebraska Division at Lyman. This spirited reenactment, celebrating the daring young riders and historic trail, will carry the mail … Continued
[Allevents Kearney]
Pony Express Annual Re-Ride @Fort Kearny Public Welcome! Spectators are encouraged to attend the mochila exchanges, meet the riders, take photos, and engage with local Pony Express volunteers at each major stop. Please note that times are approximate; follow the ride live via GPS tracking at https://nationalponyexpress.org/re-ride/follow-the-ride/ Location is the approx exchange location #PonyExpressReRide2025 Read … Continued