Craig Huff

National Weather Service radar maintenance is underway at the North Platte office https://thesarpycounty.com/national-weather-service-radar-maintenance-is-underway-at-the-north-platte-office/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – The National Weather Service’s radar in Thedford will be down for a week while the fuel tanks and generator are replaced. Meteorologists from the North Platte office said there is no need for the public to be alarmed. “This is important and I want to make sure everyone understands this. … The post National Weather Service radar maintenance is underway at the North Platte office appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

An Irish-American group donates meat to local food pantries every year to feed thousands of people. https://thesarpycounty.com/an-irish-american-group-donates-meat-to-local-food-pantries-every-year-to-feed-thousands-of-people/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — “The Irish came here hungry — we don’t want anyone else to experience that,” members of the Ancient Order of the Hibernians said as the group made a winter donation. The Irish American Cultural Organization donated just under two tons of protein to four food pantries in the city area, including … The post An Irish-American group donates meat to local food pantries every year to feed thousands of people. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

An inside look at the expansion of the Jocelyn Art Museum https://thesarpycounty.com/an-inside-look-at-the-expansion-of-the-jocelyn-art-museum/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A 2021 rendering of the Joslyn Art Museum expansion featured a wide glass building located next to the historic pink marble Joslyn Memorial Building and adjacent to the Scott Pavilion. In May 2022, the museum closed to the public so that work could continue. Nine months later, the project is on … The post An inside look at the expansion of the Jocelyn Art Museum appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Sheep sculpture heartlessly stolen from Aspen Snow House https://thesarpycounty.com/sheep-sculpture-heartlessly-stolen-from-aspen-snow-house/ There was a sheep hunt in Aspen over the weekend. One of Snow Lodge’s famous Scandinavian sheep sculptures, which we’ve heard is worth four figures, was captured this weekend by an overzealous party animal who somehow got away with a life-size quadrupedal work. The source tells us that after the unmistakable object went missing, the … The post Sheep sculpture heartlessly stolen from Aspen Snow House appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Cowboy legend Glenn Ford suffered from a disease that caused brain cells to die within minutes. https://thesarpycounty.com/cowboy-legend-glenn-ford-suffered-from-a-disease-that-caused-brain-cells-to-die-within-minutes/ Born as Gwillyn Samuel Newton Ford in Saint Christine d’Auvergne, Canada, his family soon moved to California when he was eight years old in 1924. Much closer to the Hollywood hills, Ford became a famous cowboy in numerous Westerns such as Cruel Men, Jubal and Kimmaron. A superstar in the 1940s, the actor also served … The post Cowboy legend Glenn Ford suffered from a disease that caused brain cells to die within minutes. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The State Patrol is looking for more recruits as it solves the problem of a shortage of soldiers https://thesarpycounty.com/the-state-patrol-is-looking-for-more-recruits-as-it-solves-the-problem-of-a-shortage-of-soldiers/ LINCOLN. The number of state troopers patrolling Nebraska’s highways hit a new low, although the state’s chief of patrol said Tuesday he sees good news in the recovery. Colonel John Balduk, superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol, told the state legislature committee that he has 69 vacancies for state troops out of the approved state … The post The State Patrol is looking for more recruits as it solves the problem of a shortage of soldiers appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Wahoo man killed when ejected from truck in Saunders County crash https://thesarpycounty.com/wahoo-man-killed-when-ejected-from-truck-in-saunders-county-crash/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A Wahoo man was killed Monday night when he was ejected from his truck during a crash in Saunders County, the sheriff’s office said. The accident occurred east of Cedar Bluffs at the intersection of County Roads X and 16 at approximately 10:30 p.m. Jedd Lofgren, 36, was heading north on … The post Wahoo man killed when ejected from truck in Saunders County crash appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Wahoo man dead after single vehicle crash near Cedars Bluffs https://thesarpycounty.com/wahoo-man-dead-after-single-vehicle-crash-near-cedars-bluffs/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A Wahoo man died after a single-vehicle crash near the east edge of Cedar Bluffs. The Saunders County Sheriff’s Office responded to the incident near the intersection of County Road X and County Road 16 on Tuesday. Officials said at 10:33 p.m. Monday that a black Chevrolet pickup truck was heading … The post Wahoo man dead after single vehicle crash near Cedars Bluffs appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Woman allegedly hit on the head by neighbor in northeast Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/woman-allegedly-hit-on-the-head-by-neighbor-in-northeast-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). Lincoln police responded to a report about a woman being hit on the head by a neighbor near North 56th Street and Deweese Drive around 12 noon on Friday. According to the 28-year-old woman, her children and children of neighbors were playing outside in the yard when the children started arguing with … The post Woman allegedly hit on the head by neighbor in northeast Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Four Dawson County businesses fail alcohol compliance checks https://thesarpycounty.com/four-dawson-county-businesses-fail-alcohol-compliance-checks/ COZAD, Neb. (Nebraska) — Four businesses in Dawson County failed Friday’s alcohol compliance checks by the Nebraska State Patrol. In total, 12 companies were audited. NSP said four of these businesses sold alcohol to a minor for a non-compliance rate of 33%. Only one company did not verify the minor’s identity. The companies that failed … The post Four Dawson County businesses fail alcohol compliance checks appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Federal Judge Denies Omaha’s Request for a New Discrimination Trial https://thesarpycounty.com/federal-judge-denies-omahas-request-for-a-new-discrimination-trial/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — This is another victory for the Omaha police captain in her discrimination lawsuit against the city. On Tuesday, a federal judge denied the city’s request for a new trial. Cathy Belcastro-Gonzalez said the Omaha police chief beat her twice for a promotion. The boss said it was based on her poor … The post Federal Judge Denies Omaha’s Request for a New Discrimination Trial appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Military reports from Iowa and Nebraska congressmen incorrectly published by the Air Force https://thesarpycounty.com/military-reports-from-iowa-and-nebraska-congressmen-incorrectly-published-by-the-air-force/ WASHINGTON. The U.S. Air Force inadvertently released military personnel numbers for at least two members of Congress—Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska and Zach Nunn of Iowa—which led to frustration and concerns about veteran privacy. “The recent attack on the military files of members of Congress, the leakage of confidential data and the duplicitous forgery committed … The post Military reports from Iowa and Nebraska congressmen incorrectly published by the Air Force appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nine Nebraska baseball games will be televised in the 2023 season https://thesarpycounty.com/nine-nebraska-baseball-games-will-be-televised-in-the-2023-season/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Nebraska baseball fans may want to consider a Big Ten Plus membership. On Tuesday, the Huskers announced their television schedule for the 2023 season, which includes just five nationally televised games. Four games will be shown on Nebraska Public Media, according to a press release. Games that are not televised will … The post Nine Nebraska baseball games will be televised in the 2023 season appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Early morning fire at Central City Transfer Station https://thesarpycounty.com/early-morning-fire-at-central-city-transfer-station/ CENTRAL CITY, Neb. (Nebraska) – A fire was reported early Tuesday morning at the Central Transfer Station in Central City. The Central City Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched just before 9 a.m. to a fire at the Transfer Station. Assistant Fire Chief Troy Wells said there was a lot of flames and black smoke when … The post Early morning fire at Central City Transfer Station appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Study finds ‘satisfying’ relationships keep middle-aged women healthy https://thesarpycounty.com/study-finds-satisfying-relationships-keep-middle-aged-women-healthy/ The study found that strong social relationships may be the key to a healthy life for middle-aged women. It has been suggested that women who have “satisfactory” relationships with partners, friends and colleagues are less likely to develop chronic diseases later in life. The researchers found that women who reported the lowest level of satisfaction … The post Study finds ‘satisfying’ relationships keep middle-aged women healthy appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Eyeglass World suffered $75,000 in damages after accident https://thesarpycounty.com/eyeglass-world-suffered-75000-in-damages-after-accident/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Lincoln police responded to an accident when a car crashed into an eyewear store Monday night. Police said the driver of a Nissan Maxima passed a traffic light and crashed into a southbound GMC Acadia at the intersection of 56th Street and O Street. The initial accident caused Nissan to collide … The post Eyeglass World suffered $75,000 in damages after accident appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Father John Misty, The Head and The Heart arrive at Lincoln’s Pinewood Bowl https://thesarpycounty.com/father-john-misty-the-head-and-the-heart-arrive-at-lincolns-pinewood-bowl/ Courtesy of Pinewood Bowl Theater LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Father John Misty and The Head and The Heart are co-headlining a show in Lincoln. The bands will make a stop at the Pinewood Bowl Theater on Aug. 21, according to a Tuesday press release. Fan pre-sales begin Wednesday at 10am, with general sale tickets available … The post Father John Misty, The Head and The Heart arrive at Lincoln’s Pinewood Bowl appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Iowa War Veterans Who Reconnected After 70 Years Die Just 12 Days Apart https://thesarpycounty.com/iowa-war-veterans-who-reconnected-after-70-years-die-just-12-days-apart/ COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (Nebraska) – Two war veterans have reconnected after decades apart, but everything has changed in the past two weeks. Meetings are often unpredictable. Many wonder: “will there still be a connection?” Last September, two Korean War veterans from Iowa who enlisted together in the military finally reconnected at a Council Bluffs assisted … The post Iowa War Veterans Who Reconnected After 70 Years Die Just 12 Days Apart appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Eyeglass World received $75,000 in damages after the crash https://thesarpycounty.com/eyeglass-world-received-75000-in-damages-after-the-crash/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Lincoln police responded to an accident when a car crashed into an eyewear store Monday night. Police said the driver of a Nissan Maxima passed a traffic light and crashed into a southbound GMC Acadia at the intersection of 56th Street and O Street. The initial accident caused Nissan to collide … The post Eyeglass World received $75,000 in damages after the crash appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska officials urge caution during winter weather https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-officials-urge-caution-during-winter-weather/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — Gov. Jim Pillen joined state agencies in urging caution as a winter storm moves into Nebraska Tuesday, bringing the potential for significant snow, high winds and cold conditions. Areas of greatest impact extend from the panhandle through the central section of the state and through the northeast. The National Weather … The post Nebraska officials urge caution during winter weather appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha teen accused of negligent homicide sentenced to probation https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-teen-accused-of-negligent-homicide-sentenced-to-probation/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A 19-year-old youth accused of accidentally shooting and killing his friend has been sentenced to probation. Blake Miller pleaded not guilty to manslaughter in December. On Tuesday, he appeared in Douglas County District Court for sentencing and received 48 months’ probation. Blake Miller, aged 18 at the time of the incident … The post Omaha teen accused of negligent homicide sentenced to probation appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Health alert: Food poisoning outbreak confirmed in Welsh town https://thesarpycounty.com/health-alert-food-poisoning-outbreak-confirmed-in-welsh-town/ Experts warn that an outbreak of cases of food poisoning has occurred in one of the Welsh cities. Public Health Wales has confirmed that Abergavenny is seeing a rise in cases of food poisoning believed to be caused by Shigella bacteria. Shigella bacteria cause an infection called shigellosis, whose symptoms can include diarrhea (sometimes bloody), … The post Health alert: Food poisoning outbreak confirmed in Welsh town appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Food Sanitation fined for illegal child labor in Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/food-sanitation-fined-for-illegal-child-labor-in-nebraska/ This story was originally published in the Nebraska Examiner. A company in charge of cleaning up meatpacking plants across the country has paid $1.5 million in administrative fines for having children as young as 13 work in hazardous conditions. The fine, announced Friday by the U.S. Department of Labor, follows the agency’s investigation into Packers … The post Food Sanitation fined for illegal child labor in Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Cass County’s operation is considered the first in the nation, and the Vireo Resource campus is still growing. https://thesarpycounty.com/cass-countys-operation-is-considered-the-first-in-the-nation-and-the-vireo-resource-campus-is-still-growing/ PLUTTSMUT, Nebraska — Vireo Systems made a splash in Nebraska about 15 years ago with a handful of employees and a single commercial space in the city’s FourMile industrial park. Within five years, a Tennessee company developing healthy products for people and pets expanded into a nearby field and built its own facility. Vireo’s latest … The post Cass County’s operation is considered the first in the nation, and the Vireo Resource campus is still growing. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Former Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez was selected in the USFL draft https://thesarpycounty.com/former-nebraska-quarterback-adrian-martinez-was-selected-in-the-usfl-draft/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Former Husker Adrian Martinez was selected Tuesday in the second round of the USFL draft. Martinez was drafted by the New Jersey Generals, led by former Husker coach Mike Riley. For his final season of eligibility, Martinez transferred to Kansas State. He played in nine games and threw for 1,261 yards … The post Former Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez was selected in the USFL draft appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha doctor: LB421 requiring elected officials to approve health care mandates a ‘mistake’ https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-doctor-lb421-requiring-elected-officials-to-approve-health-care-mandates-a-mistake/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) – Tuberculosis, whooping cough and hepatitis A – just some of the communicable diseases that may require isolation or quarantine to protect others. Through Direct Health Measures – or DHMs – health officials can make this happen. But now, LB421 in the unicameral would divert authority from health directors to elected officials. … The post Omaha doctor: LB421 requiring elected officials to approve health care mandates a ‘mistake’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Virginia fifth grader threatens to ‘shoot bullets’ at school where teacher was shot dead by 6-year-old https://thesarpycounty.com/virginia-fifth-grader-threatens-to-shoot-bullets-at-school-where-teacher-was-shot-dead-by-6-year-old/ A fifth grade student at the same Virginia school where a 6-year-old boy shot his teacher last month was yanked out of class this week after threatening to “shoot bullets.” The teen, who has not been identified, also sent text messages to classmates over the weekend saying someone should “shoot up the class,” according to … The post Virginia fifth grader threatens to ‘shoot bullets’ at school where teacher was shot dead by 6-year-old appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Abortion rights group says fight ‘far from over’ over new restrictions in Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/abortion-rights-group-says-fight-far-from-over-over-new-restrictions-in-nebraska/ This story was originally published in the Nebraska Examiner. LINCOLN. Despite recent reports that anti-abortion opponents are two votes short of the overwhelming majority needed for the Nebraska Legislature to pass a heart ban, a Family Planning Department spokesman says the fight is far from over. “We know it will be close, but we successfully … The post Abortion rights group says fight ‘far from over’ over new restrictions in Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Three handguns stolen from unlocked car north of Lincoln, police say https://thesarpycounty.com/three-handguns-stolen-from-unlocked-car-north-of-lincoln-police-say/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Three handguns were stolen from an open vehicle north of Lincoln on Saturday, police say. At around 7pm, a 21-year-old man reported parking his car outside a flat near First and Adams Streets to see a friend. When he returned to his car about an hour later, one of the rear … The post Three handguns stolen from unlocked car north of Lincoln, police say appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Hy-Vee abruptly ends its employee discount program, alleging abuse https://thesarpycounty.com/hy-vee-abruptly-ends-its-employee-discount-program-alleging-abuse/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) – Hy-Vee employees were notified on Monday that they will no longer receive a 10% discount on in-store purchases; but the company says it’s working to “revamp the program.” Acknowledging the abrupt end of the employee discount on Monday, a senior Hy-Vee official said in an email that the program was stopped … The post Hy-Vee abruptly ends its employee discount program, alleging abuse appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.