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Spiced tea you can make at home to get rid of visceral fat ‘boosts metabolism’ https://thesarpycounty.com/spiced-tea-you-can-make-at-home-to-get-rid-of-visceral-fat-boosts-metabolism/ Visceral fat is stored deep inside the abdomen to protect and insulate vital organs. Having a small amount is necessary for this reason. However, excess has been shown to increase the risk of dangerous conditions such as heart disease and diabetes. Therefore, keeping your visceral fat levels low is good for your health. One of … The post Spiced tea you can make at home to get rid of visceral fat ‘boosts metabolism’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska high school basketball scores, February 10 https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-high-school-basketball-scores-february-10/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — High school basketball was back in action in the capital on Friday night. Here are the scores and highlights. Boys basketball Lincoln Christian 55, Kearney Catholic 48 York 76, Seward 52 Lincoln SW 69, Norfolk 56 Lincoln East 58, Lincoln Pius X 53 Kearney 70, Southeast Lincoln 66 Lincoln North Star … The post Nebraska high school basketball scores, February 10 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Supreme Court upholds Norfolk man’s sentence https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-supreme-court-upholds-norfolk-mans-sentence/ NORFOLK, Nebraska (Nebraska News Channel) – The Nebraska High Court upheld the conviction of a Norfolk man who, authorities say, drove his daughter to suicide after a series of abuses. The Nebraska Supreme Court ordered Dale Matteson to stay in jail on Friday. Matteson appealed the conviction for child abuse resulting in death. A Madison … The post Nebraska Supreme Court upholds Norfolk man’s sentence appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Three subway fire departments respond to a house fire near Valley View 41st Street. https://thesarpycounty.com/three-subway-fire-departments-respond-to-a-house-fire-near-valley-view-41st-street/ BELLEVUE, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Omaha, Offutt and Bellevue fire brigades responded to a house fire that displaced a family of five Friday night. Just after 8 p.m., trucks were called to a house near 41st Street and Valley View Avenue. Crews discovered a fire visible through the front of the house and declared a fire … The post Three subway fire departments respond to a house fire near Valley View 41st Street. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Four students are accused of brutally beating Adriana Kuch before the suicide of a 14-year-old girl. https://thesarpycounty.com/four-students-are-accused-of-brutally-beating-adriana-kuch-before-the-suicide-of-a-14-year-old-girl/ Four New Jersey teenage girls were charged with a brutal beating that the family said forced 14-year-old Adriana Cooch to take her own life. One was charged with aggravated assault, another with stalking, and two with conspiracy to commit aggravated assault, Ocean County Attorney Bradley D. Billheimer told NBC News Friday. “Each juvenile and their … The post Four students are accused of brutally beating Adriana Kuch before the suicide of a 14-year-old girl. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Weekend Events: Super Bowl Parties, Live Music and more https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-weekend-events-super-bowl-parties-live-music-and-more/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Super Bowl Sunday is just around the corner. The Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs compete for the highest title in the NFL. As both teams prepare for the game, some local bars prepare to host parties. Duffy’s Tavern at 14th & O Street will have a party from 7-8pm … The post Lincoln Weekend Events: Super Bowl Parties, Live Music and more appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Slender and healthy’ man ‘had no early signs or symptoms’ of prostate cancer https://thesarpycounty.com/slender-and-healthy-man-had-no-early-signs-or-symptoms-of-prostate-cancer/ At age 67, Tony is eligible for a free NHS health check, which includes routine blood tests. “Remembering before I was diagnosed, I didn’t have any early signs or symptoms of cancer,” Tony told Express.co.uk. “I think [that] pretty common when it comes to prostate cancer,” he added, citing the lack of telltale signs. A … The post ‘Slender and healthy’ man ‘had no early signs or symptoms’ of prostate cancer appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

What wins the Dickens Chambers Top Business Award https://thesarpycounty.com/what-wins-the-dickens-chambers-top-business-award/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – A while ago, the Hastings Chamber of Commerce recognized local businesses and entrepreneurs for their work in the community. What the Dickens in downtown Hastings took home the company of the year award for up to 25 employees. The owners of the establishment described the victory as a humbling but electric … The post What wins the Dickens Chambers Top Business Award appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Fans prepare for the 57th Super Bowl https://thesarpycounty.com/fans-prepare-for-the-57th-super-bowl/ LA VISTA, Nebraska (Cologne) – The big game will take place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, but fans across Nebraska are doing their best to match this energy in their homes. From custom-painted golf carts to uniformed dogs, Chiefs fans spare no expense to unleash their enthusiasm. Take Marshall Murphy, for example: what … The post Fans prepare for the 57th Super Bowl appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Parents are upset that a registered sex offender is helping to train young soccer players https://thesarpycounty.com/parents-are-upset-that-a-registered-sex-offender-is-helping-to-train-young-soccer-players/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – When parents send their children out for recreational activities, they expect their children to be in the safe hands of adults they trust. However, one Omaha family is upset. No one told them that their daughter’s football coach and coach had been convicted of a sex crime. 6 News spoke with … The post Parents are upset that a registered sex offender is helping to train young soccer players appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Washington state father fatally shot man who ‘behaved erratically’ at dog park: cops https://thesarpycounty.com/washington-state-father-fatally-shot-man-who-behaved-erratically-at-dog-park-cops/ Authorities said a gun-toting father shot and killed a man at a Washington state dog park after he allegedly threatened his child’s life. Police said the 28-year-old father opened fire on a man who was “acting erratically” near him and his young child at Randall Park dog park in Yakima. Police said the man who … The post Washington state father fatally shot man who ‘behaved erratically’ at dog park: cops appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Chefs at Immanuel retirement homes compete in cooking competitions https://thesarpycounty.com/chefs-at-immanuel-retirement-homes-compete-in-cooking-competitions/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — The chefs of Immanuel, an organization with 18 retirement communities in Omaha, Lincoln and Iowa, competed and showcased their skills to a panel of judges on Friday. The competition was held in Lincoln at the Sysco test kitchen. Each chef was paired with another chef from a different Immanuel location. Their … The post Chefs at Immanuel retirement homes compete in cooking competitions appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Husker football players talk to children https://thesarpycounty.com/husker-football-players-talk-to-children/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – Normally you see them on Saturdays, but they visited elementary schools to talk to young people. Four Husker football players went to Grand Island elementary schools to point children into positive influences in their community. Elliot Brown, Chubby Purdy, Dashon Singleton and the Chief Boarders encouraged kids to get good … The post Husker football players talk to children appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Gage County MP rescues dog from icy pond https://thesarpycounty.com/gage-county-mp-rescues-dog-from-icy-pond/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A Gage County Sheriff’s Deputy rescued a dog Thursday from an icy pond near Pickrell. Deputy Thomas Smith was sent to a pond a couple of miles northwest of Pickrell at 5:46 p.m., officials said. The dog fell through the ice and was trapped. When the deputy arrived, he noticed that … The post Gage County MP rescues dog from icy pond appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

St. Pats students take a trip to Kenya https://thesarpycounty.com/st-pats-students-take-a-trip-to-kenya/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – Students at St Patrick’s Catholic School in North Platte have had the opportunity to travel across the seas to Africa. They have traveled to fulfill some missions. The first was to help those with vision problems by donating glasses to those in need. The second was to help a struggling … The post St. Pats students take a trip to Kenya appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New bill aims to protect doctors who oppose treatment based on their conscience https://thesarpycounty.com/new-bill-aims-to-protect-doctors-who-oppose-treatment-based-on-their-conscience/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — When making medical decisions, physicians often rely on the standard of care or best medical practice to determine the best course of treatment for a patient. But there are times when the practitioner, due to changing circumstances or his own judgment, feels that he cannot perform or prescribe a particular treatment. … The post New bill aims to protect doctors who oppose treatment based on their conscience appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Federal court sentences Omaha man to 15 years for selling fentanyl https://thesarpycounty.com/federal-court-sentences-omaha-man-to-15-years-for-selling-fentanyl/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The following is a summary of the convictions handed down last week by a federal court in Omaha, according to Monday’s updates from Acting U.S. Attorney Stephen Russell. The current U.S. Attorney’s Office in Omaha is reminding the public that parole does not exist in the federal system. Robert RushA 29-year-old … The post Federal court sentences Omaha man to 15 years for selling fentanyl appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Texas police looking for mother who left children at home alone for two months https://thesarpycounty.com/texas-police-looking-for-mother-who-left-children-at-home-alone-for-two-months/ Police are looking for a Texas mother who abandoned her 12-year-old daughter and 3-year-old son for two months last year. The Rome Forest Police Department has issued an arrest warrant for the mother of Raven Yates, who is charged with two counts of abandoning or endangering a child without intending to return, the department said. … The post Texas police looking for mother who left children at home alone for two months appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

State Investment Council Considers Transfer of Business from BlackRock as Investment Advisor https://thesarpycounty.com/state-investment-council-considers-transfer-of-business-from-blackrock-as-investment-advisor/ LINCOLN — The state agency, which manages $40 billion in government pension and trust funds, on Thursday proposed considering a business transition from its chief investment adviser, BlackRock, in part because of corporate announcements of investment in environmental, social and governance (ESG) ). The eight-member Nebraska Investment Board heard presentations not only from BlackRock, the … The post State Investment Council Considers Transfer of Business from BlackRock as Investment Advisor appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Two seriously injured in crash north of Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/two-seriously-injured-in-crash-north-of-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Two people were seriously injured in a crash north of Lincoln on Friday night. One of them needed cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Lincoln Police say. A vehicle crash was reported at approximately 8:15 pm near 14th Street and Cornhusker Highway. The SUV was in an off-road field south of the 14th Street overpass. … The post Two seriously injured in crash north of Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A “Super” weekend but rain and snow coming next week https://thesarpycounty.com/a-super-weekend-but-rain-and-snow-coming-next-week/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) — A beautiful Super Bowl weekend is brewing for Cornhusker State. An upper-level high pressure pattern developed in the area Saturday, generating warming southwesterly winds, elevating temperatures into the 40s and 50s under sunny skies. Saturday afternoon.(Nebraska) A weak front on Sunday will bring a shift to northerly winds which will drop … The post A “Super” weekend but rain and snow coming next week appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska State Patrol urges football fans to drive safely https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-patrol-urges-football-fans-to-drive-safely/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Nebraska State Patrol is reminding all football fans to have a game plan for a safe journey to Sunday’s Super Bowl. Soldiers across Nebraska are teaming up with United States law enforcement to monitor drunk driving. The event takes place during the evening hours of Sunday, February 12, in conjunction … The post Nebraska State Patrol urges football fans to drive safely appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska State Patrol reminds football fans to drive safely https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-patrol-reminds-football-fans-to-drive-safely-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — The Nebraska State Patrol is reminding all football fans to have a game plan for safe travel on Super Bowl Sunday. Soldiers across Nebraska are working with law enforcement agencies across the United States to monitor impaired driving. The effort takes place during the evening hours of Sunday, February 12, in … The post Nebraska State Patrol reminds football fans to drive safely appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New lead uncovered in search of missing elderly Nebraska couple https://thesarpycounty.com/new-lead-uncovered-in-search-of-missing-elderly-nebraska-couple/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska law enforcement and volunteers, led by the Aurora Police Department, searched unsuccessfully for Robert and Loveda Proctor for nearly a month. But on Friday, a new lead was discovered. APD used CCTV video to confirm that the proctors were at the pump house and storage room along Highway 6 in … The post New lead uncovered in search of missing elderly Nebraska couple appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha City Council Approves Right to Name Gretna Crossing Park https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-city-council-approves-right-to-name-gretna-crossing-park/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska). Gretna Crossing Park has a lot to offer, from water slides to a brand new baseball field. “We will have an amphitheater, a fishing pond, nature trails and eighteen-course frisbee golf,” Gretna Mayor Mike Evans said. On Tuesday, the city took another step towards reopening the 155-acre complex. They approved the naming … The post Omaha City Council Approves Right to Name Gretna Crossing Park appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

How gibberish “tears the social fabric” https://thesarpycounty.com/how-gibberish-tears-the-social-fabric/ The head of the MTA, Janno Lieber, is absolutely right: the goodbye “rips the social fabric”, causing damage that goes far beyond a simple theft. Not that the thefts don’t add up: The practice cost the cash-strapped MTA an estimated $500 million last year. But it’s a more insidious impact, which Lieber told the editorial … The post How gibberish “tears the social fabric” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Committee pushes law on concealed carry without permits, but some want change https://thesarpycounty.com/committee-pushes-law-on-concealed-carry-without-permits-but-some-want-change/ LINCOLN. On Friday, lawmakers resumed a heated debate over allowing Nebraska residents to carry concealed firearms without background checks, training, or state permission. In a 5-0 vote, with two senators not present and one “present but not voting”, the Legislative Assembly’s Judiciary Committee advanced Bill 77. The measure, a longstanding goal of state senator Tom … The post Committee pushes law on concealed carry without permits, but some want change appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Don’t want to walk alone? The UNL Police will escort you around the campus https://thesarpycounty.com/dont-want-to-walk-alone-the-unl-police-will-escort-you-around-the-campus/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Police Department is reminding students that it will help them move around campus safely at night. In the Husker Safe Walk program, an officer will walk with the students to ensure their safety. UNLPD Captain Aaron Pembleton wants to make sure students or anyone else on campus … The post Don’t want to walk alone? The UNL Police will escort you around the campus appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

More than a third of tinnitus sufferers say that too loud music is the cause of hearing loss. https://thesarpycounty.com/more-than-a-third-of-tinnitus-sufferers-say-that-too-loud-music-is-the-cause-of-hearing-loss/ And 61% even remember how their ears rang after the concert – this is one of the first signs of tinnitus. Reflecting on their youth, 82 percent of adults admitted that they take their hearing for granted. As a result, 48% would like to turn back the clock and protect their hearing from an earlier … The post More than a third of tinnitus sufferers say that too loud music is the cause of hearing loss. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Milford woman loses hundreds in attempt to buy tickets on social media https://thesarpycounty.com/milford-woman-loses-hundreds-in-attempt-to-buy-tickets-on-social-media/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – A Milford resident said she ran out of hundreds of dollars after trying to buy tickets to a Morgan Wallen concert at the Pinnacle Bank Arena this spring from someone on Facebook. People were scrambling for tickets when they first went on sale, causing her to take the risk of buying … The post Milford woman loses hundreds in attempt to buy tickets on social media appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.