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“The sky’s the limit”: Nebraska House outlines plan for state growth in 2023 https://thesarpycounty.com/the-skys-the-limit-nebraska-house-outlines-plan-for-state-growth-in-2023/ LINCOLN, Neb (Nebraska) — The Nebraska Chamber of Commerce says it has a number of plans to attract more workers to Nebraska and expand business here. House Speaker Bryan Slone said last year’s investments in communities, the workforce and infrastructure helped pave the way for new growth in the state. This year, the Chamber wants … The post “The sky’s the limit”: Nebraska House outlines plan for state growth in 2023 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Father and son duo Husker Hoops https://thesarpycounty.com/father-and-son-duo-husker-hoops/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Cologne) – Fred and Sam Heuberg are one of 22 father-son duos in the first collegiate basketball division this season. Sam, Fred’s son, is a redshirt freshman from Nebraska whose playing time has increased over the past month. “I just call him dad,” Sam said. “It’s too weird for me to call him … The post Father and son duo Husker Hoops appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Concerns about installing high-speed internet in Bellevue https://thesarpycounty.com/concerns-about-installing-high-speed-internet-in-bellevue/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Bellevue’s new Internet access is causing some problems for residents. They report damage caused during the installation of new fiber optic lines. “We welcome competition and it should be really interesting and everyone should be excited about it, but instead people get angry. And they are unhappy,” said Ellie Huffstutler. About … The post Concerns about installing high-speed internet in Bellevue appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Letters to the editor – February 8, 2023 https://thesarpycounty.com/letters-to-the-editor-february-8-2023/ Problem: President Biden’s claim that inflation was “already there” when he took office. It’s been more than two years since President Biden was put in charge of the country (“Blood in Joe’s Memory”, Feb. 4). He made many, like me, rethink retirement and stay working. His failed policies caused many Americans to return to work. … The post Letters to the editor – February 8, 2023 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

USDA predicts farm incomes to fall in 2023 after two stable years https://thesarpycounty.com/usda-predicts-farm-incomes-to-fall-in-2023-after-two-stable-years/ WASHINGTON — After two years of strong growth, U.S. farm incomes are forecast to fall substantially in 2023 as commodity prices plummet and spending rises, the USDA Economic Research Service said Tuesday. And given the projected increase in food prices in 2023, national producers will not receive financial benefits. The economic group said inflation-adjusted net … The post USDA predicts farm incomes to fall in 2023 after two stable years appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Thayer Central hires an off duty officer to patrol schools after an unbelievable threat https://thesarpycounty.com/thayer-central-hires-an-off-duty-officer-to-patrol-schools-after-an-unbelievable-threat/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Thayer Central Community Schools board is reviewing its policies after an uncredible threat was made. On Monday, the school announced it was hiring an off-duty officer to patrol the school for the next few weeks. The officer will walk through schools, interacting with students and staff while promoting a safe … The post Thayer Central hires an off duty officer to patrol schools after an unbelievable threat appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln-Lancaster County COVID-19 Risk Indicator Remains Amber https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-lancaster-county-covid-19-risk-indicator-remains-amber-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Lincoln-Lancaster County Department of Health announced Tuesday that the COVID-19 risk scale will remain at the low amber level for a third week. The yellow position on the dial indicates that the risk of the virus spreading in the community is moderate. On the color-coded watch face, red represents the … The post Lincoln-Lancaster County COVID-19 Risk Indicator Remains Amber appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A scrotal tongue may signal a deficiency in certain vitamins – the tongue may be “wrinkled, furrowed”. https://thesarpycounty.com/a-scrotal-tongue-may-signal-a-deficiency-in-certain-vitamins-the-tongue-may-be-wrinkled-furrowed/ Vitamins and minerals are essential for the healthy functioning of the body. Without certain nutrients, we can become deficient and even sick. And in some cases, it can cause noticeable changes in our appearance. According to Dr. Mani Bhardwaj, Clinical Director and Chief Dentist at Smile Studios Dental Group, scrotal tongue is one such condition … The post A scrotal tongue may signal a deficiency in certain vitamins – the tongue may be “wrinkled, furrowed”. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Benson High School students help build homes with Habitat for Humanity https://thesarpycounty.com/benson-high-school-students-help-build-homes-with-habitat-for-humanity/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Construction is underway on what was once a decrepit, crime-ridden apartment complex. Habitat for Humanity Omaha has demolished the old Wintergreen Apartments and is building 85 brand new homes on the site. Habitat also gives young people the opportunity to learn a profession. About a dozen students from Benson High work … The post Benson High School students help build homes with Habitat for Humanity appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The author of “American Psycho” criticizes New York: “How the hell does anyone live here?” https://thesarpycounty.com/the-author-of-american-psycho-criticizes-new-york-how-the-hell-does-anyone-live-here/ He thinks you have to be an “American psycho” to live here. While writer Bret Easton Ellis may have made his literary bones in New York, he probably isn’t going to be returning anytime soon. On a recent trip to the Big Apple to promote his new book, Shards, the writer wondered, “How the hell … The post The author of “American Psycho” criticizes New York: “How the hell does anyone live here?” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska soldiers arrest a Wisconsin man after a high-speed chase on I-80 https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-soldiers-arrest-a-wisconsin-man-after-a-high-speed-chase-on-i-80/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A Wisconsin man has been taken into custody after a 29-mile chase in central Nebraska. The chase began Monday morning near Lexington after a trooper spotted an eastbound Honda Civic hurtling down Interstate 80. After escaping the stop, the car reached speeds in excess of 100 mph as it passed vehicles … The post Nebraska soldiers arrest a Wisconsin man after a high-speed chase on I-80 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Missing Lincoln prisoner surrendered https://thesarpycounty.com/missing-lincoln-prisoner-surrendered-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – An inmate who went missing from a low-security facility in Lincoln has returned, the Nebraska Department of Corrections said. George Piper, 54, disappeared from the center last week after allegedly not returning from his job with the community. Lincoln Community Correctional Center is a lower detention rate and allows inmates to … The post Missing Lincoln prisoner surrendered appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Senator Mike Jacobson introduces bill to expand health care for Nebraska with disabilities https://thesarpycounty.com/senator-mike-jacobson-introduces-bill-to-expand-health-care-for-nebraska-with-disabilities/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – 34 out of 50 states allow disabled people under the age of 65 to access private Medigap plans. Nebraska is not one of those states. Sen. Mike Jacobson introduced LB32 to the Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee on Tuesday. The bill aims to allow Medicare beneficiaries under the age of … The post Senator Mike Jacobson introduces bill to expand health care for Nebraska with disabilities appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Bellevue man recovers after being found on the side of a motorway https://thesarpycounty.com/bellevue-man-recovers-after-being-found-on-the-side-of-a-motorway/ CANSEAL BLUFFS, Iowa (Nebraska) — A Bellevue man is in critical condition after he was found on the side of a highway near Council Bluffs Monday morning. Around 5:30 a.m., officers were called to the 44-mile marker on southbound I-29 to investigate a call from an unanswered man who was found lying on his shoulder … The post Bellevue man recovers after being found on the side of a motorway appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Victim of New York dominatrix Victoria Nasyrova testifies she drugged his fish and robbed him on a date https://thesarpycounty.com/victim-of-new-york-dominatrix-victoria-nasyrova-testifies-she-drugged-his-fish-and-robbed-him-on-a-date/ He brought flowers, wine and chocolate. She brought the drugged fish. The former beau of Russian mistress Victoria Nasyrova, who is on trial for trying to kill her doppelganger buddy with a poisoned cheesecake, told jurors on Tuesday how the temptress once drugged and robbed him on a date. Ruben Borukhov, 54, testified in a … The post Victim of New York dominatrix Victoria Nasyrova testifies she drugged his fish and robbed him on a date appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska lawmaker proposes stronger protection for consumer genetic testing https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-lawmaker-proposes-stronger-protection-for-consumer-genetic-testing/ LINCOLN. Through the legislative proposal, Nebraska residents will have greater control over their genetic information used in testing services such as 23andMe and Ancestry. Legislative Bill 308, proposed by State Senator Eliot Bostar of Lincoln, would create the Genetic Information Privacy Act. The bill would add consumer protection for Nebraska residents, covering how companies collect, … The post Nebraska lawmaker proposes stronger protection for consumer genetic testing appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Best’ Anti-Inflammatory Foods for Dry Eyes May Prevent Vision Loss https://thesarpycounty.com/best-anti-inflammatory-foods-for-dry-eyes-may-prevent-vision-loss/ Taking care of our eyes can be difficult. Some conditions, for example, are inherited, while others are caused by factors such as our environment. However, there are ways to protect your eyes, and diet is one of those ways. Rohto Dry Aid eye care specialist and optometrist Francesca Marchetti spoke to Express.co.uk to explain more. … The post ‘Best’ Anti-Inflammatory Foods for Dry Eyes May Prevent Vision Loss appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Seventh person arrested in the murder of Fremont teenager in Council Bluffs https://thesarpycounty.com/seventh-person-arrested-in-the-murder-of-fremont-teenager-in-council-bluffs/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Police have arrested the seventh suspect in connection with the killing of Tucker Dobberstein. The Council Bluffs Police Department says Devin Adkins, 30, was arrested in Louisiana. Shreveport Police Department officers contacted Iowa authorities on February 2, informing them of the arrest. SEE ALSO: Police arrest six, but man still wanted … The post Seventh person arrested in the murder of Fremont teenager in Council Bluffs appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Multi-county chase on I-80 leads to arrest https://thesarpycounty.com/multi-county-chase-on-i-80-leads-to-arrest-2/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – Soldiers of the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a Wisconsin man following a chase that began Monday in Dawson County on Interstate 80. According to NSP, a soldier observed a Honda Civic heading east on I-80 near Lexington at mileage 232 at approximately 9:30 am. The soldier attempted to stop … The post Multi-county chase on I-80 leads to arrest appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Multi-County Harassment on I-80 Leads to Arrest https://thesarpycounty.com/multi-county-harassment-on-i-80-leads-to-arrest/ NORTH PLATTE, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska State Patrolmen arrested a Wisconsin man after a pursuit that began in Dawson County on Interstate 80 Monday. According to NSP, the serviceman spotted an eastbound Honda Civic traveling at speed on I-80 near Lexington at mile marker 232 around 9:30 am. The serviceman tried to stop the traffic, … The post Multi-County Harassment on I-80 Leads to Arrest appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Multi-county chase on I-80 leads to arrest https://thesarpycounty.com/multi-county-chase-on-i-80-leads-to-arrest/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – Soldiers of the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a Wisconsin man following a chase that began Monday in Dawson County on Interstate 80. According to NSP, a soldier observed an eastbound Honda Civic speeding down I-80 near Lexington, at mileage 232 at around 9:30 am. The soldier attempted to stop … The post Multi-county chase on I-80 leads to arrest appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Wisconsin Resident Leads I-80 Multi-County Chase https://thesarpycounty.com/wisconsin-resident-leads-i-80-multi-county-chase/ NORTH PLATTE, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska State Patrol arrested a Wisconsin man Monday after being pursued in several central Nebraska counties. A soldier spotted a speeding Honda Civic on Interstate 80 near the Lexington exit at about 9:30 a.m. Monday. The soldier tried to stop the traffic, but the Honda driver fled. The soldier began … The post Wisconsin Resident Leads I-80 Multi-County Chase appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Bead Bash Days in Crystal Forge Glass https://thesarpycounty.com/bead-bash-days-in-crystal-forge-glass/ Found on event page Bead days 11 February For free Crystal forge glass Participants will learn how to make lampwork beads in this free glassblowing class at Crystal Forge. If you wish, you can even try your hand at glass blowing! The art of bead blowing and lampwork has been around since the first century … The post Bead Bash Days in Crystal Forge Glass appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Forecast for Wednesday: milder Wednesday; cooler and windier conditions loom later this week https://thesarpycounty.com/forecast-for-wednesday-milder-wednesday-cooler-and-windier-conditions-loom-later-this-week/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Warmer weather is expected throughout the day on Wednesday as the forecast calls for warmer, above-average temperatures for much of next week. The exception will be Thursday and Friday as colder and windier conditions are expected in the area with the possibility of some rain or snow. Look for mostly clear … The post Forecast for Wednesday: milder Wednesday; cooler and windier conditions loom later this week appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska State Patrol encourages tech vigilance on Safer Internet Day https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-patrol-encourages-tech-vigilance-on-safer-internet-day-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) -Tuesday is Safer Internet Day 2023. The Nebraska State Patrol Tech Crimes Unit is encouraging parents, teachers and children to use the opportunity to learn about ways to stay safe while online. “We can all work together to make the internet safer,” said Lt. Monty Lovelace, commander of NSP Tech Crimes. “An … The post Nebraska State Patrol encourages tech vigilance on Safer Internet Day appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The 35-year-old mother recalls the moment she discovered her brain tumor while playing video games with her son. https://thesarpycounty.com/the-35-year-old-mother-recalls-the-moment-she-discovered-her-brain-tumor-while-playing-video-games-with-her-son/ Symptoms of a brain tumor are largely determined by the location of the neoplasm, but headaches and seizures are most often reported. In many cases, these signs indicate an increase in intracranial pressure or an overexcitation of neurons in the brain. Treatment is often necessary to eradicate the cancer and its symptoms, but there is … The post The 35-year-old mother recalls the moment she discovered her brain tumor while playing video games with her son. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Black HIV Awareness Day highlights disproportionate transmission among African Americans https://thesarpycounty.com/black-hiv-awareness-day-highlights-disproportionate-transmission-among-african-americans/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Douglas County Department of Health reports 714 Nebrascan blacks living with HIV/AIDS in the state; this number is higher than in any other racial group. The 2019 census estimates that only 5.2% of Nebraska’s population is black, but Nebraska blacks make up 25% of the total undiagnosed HIV cases. Stephen … The post Black HIV Awareness Day highlights disproportionate transmission among African Americans appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Missing Lincoln prisoner surrendered https://thesarpycounty.com/missing-lincoln-prisoner-surrendered/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – An inmate who went missing from a low-security facility in Lincoln has returned, the Nebraska Department of Corrections said. George Piper, 54, disappeared from the center last week after allegedly not returning from his job with the community. Lincoln Community Correctional Center is a lower detention rate and allows inmates to … The post Missing Lincoln prisoner surrendered appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Police admit ‘by the grace of God’ after mass shooting suspect killed after extended chase https://thesarpycounty.com/police-admit-by-the-grace-of-god-after-mass-shooting-suspect-killed-after-extended-chase/ Authorities said a man suspected of last month’s mass shooting in central Florida was fatally shot by a police officer on Monday after a long chase and carjacking. The car, driven by 21-year-old Alex Green, ended up crashing into a business in Winter Haven. It’s near Lakeland, where 11 people were injured in the Jan. … The post Police admit ‘by the grace of God’ after mass shooting suspect killed after extended chase appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Armed man stole French bulldogs from pregnant woman in Los Angeles: police https://thesarpycounty.com/armed-man-stole-french-bulldogs-from-pregnant-woman-in-los-angeles-police/ A Las Vegas man has been arrested on suspicion of stealing two French Bulldogs of a pregnant Los Angeles woman at gunpoint and attempting to blackmail a man he met on a dating site using the phone. Sammeiso Lewis, 27, was arrested Jan. 26 and charged with robbery during a dog hunt that took place … The post Armed man stole French bulldogs from pregnant woman in Los Angeles: police appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.