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Trio of bills heard in Nebraska legislative committees https://thesarpycounty.com/trio-of-bills-heard-in-nebraska-legislative-committees/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — The Legislative Committee hearings continued Tuesday at the Nebraska Unicameral. On the 19th day of the session, Nebraska State Senator from District 42, Mike Jacobson, had a trio of bills heard in two different committees. LB98 is Senator Jacobson’s MICROTIF redevelopment bill that would change provisions in the Community Development … The post Trio of bills heard in Nebraska legislative committees appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Department of Corrections officer arrested on suspicion of sexual assault https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-department-of-corrections-officer-arrested-on-suspicion-of-sexual-assault/ LINCOLN, Nebraska. (Nebraska) — Nebraska State Patrol has arrested a Nebraska Department of Corrections (NDCS) officer after investigating a report of sexual abuse of a colleague. Here’s what we know from the authorities According to the NSP, the investigation began when investigators received a report from the NDCS. The attack allegedly took place at Tecumseh … The post Nebraska Department of Corrections officer arrested on suspicion of sexual assault appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

York City woman found dead, suspect in custody https://thesarpycounty.com/york-city-woman-found-dead-suspect-in-custody-2/ YORK, Nebraska. (Nebraska) – A York woman was killed in a shootout Monday night. The York Police Department was sent to 84 S. Platt Avenue to investigate a report of a 9:47 p.m. shooting. After a tactical infiltration, police found an unconscious woman with multiple gunshot wounds at the scene. Medical assistance was called, but … The post York City woman found dead, suspect in custody appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nursing home resident ‘left on floor for three days covered in urine and feces’ https://thesarpycounty.com/nursing-home-resident-left-on-floor-for-three-days-covered-in-urine-and-feces/ An autistic nursing home resident had to be rushed to the hospital after being stuck on his bedroom floor for three days during the summer heat, his relatives say. The man’s parents, who wished to remain anonymous to protect their son’s privacy, said he spent much of that time sitting in pools of his own … The post Nursing home resident ‘left on floor for three days covered in urine and feces’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Gunman killed at Target in West Omaha, police say https://thesarpycounty.com/gunman-killed-at-target-in-west-omaha-police-say/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) – The man shooting a target in West Omaha was killed, police said Tuesday. Officers were dispatched to Target near 180th Street and West Center Road around noon after receiving multiple calls about an active shooter. Police Chief Todd Schmaderer said officers entered the building and shot the gunman. The suspect, who … The post Gunman killed at Target in West Omaha, police say appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska prison officer arrested on suspicion of raping colleague https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-prison-officer-arrested-on-suspicion-of-raping-colleague-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A Nebraska prison officer has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault. According to the Nebraska Department of Corrections (NDCS), James Cherry, 33, was arrested on Monday by a Nebraska state patrol at his home in Humboldt for first and third degree sexual assault. The NDCS reports that Cherry is an … The post Nebraska prison officer arrested on suspicion of raping colleague appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska prison officer arrested on suspicion of raping colleague https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-prison-officer-arrested-on-suspicion-of-raping-colleague/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A Nebraska prison officer has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault. According to the Nebraska Department of Corrections (NDCS), James Cherry, 33, was arrested on Monday by a Nebraska state patrol at his home in Humboldt for first and third degree sexual assault. The NDCS reports that Cherry is an … The post Nebraska prison officer arrested on suspicion of raping colleague appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Police investigate the shooting at Target in Omaha https://thesarpycounty.com/police-investigate-the-shooting-at-target-in-omaha/ This is a file image of the police lights. OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) – Omaha police are investigating a shooting at Target near 180th Street and West Center Road. Police say the area is safe but are asking people to avoid the area as the investigation continues. The officers are at the 178th Target and Center … The post Police investigate the shooting at Target in Omaha appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LIVE: Police say West Omaha Target store is safe; public advised to stay away https://thesarpycounty.com/live-police-say-west-omaha-target-store-is-safe-public-advised-to-stay-away/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) – Police asked the public on Tuesday afternoon to avoid an area in West Omaha near a Target location at 180th Street and West Center Road. The update came about an hour after dozens of police officers were dispatched to the store following reports of shots being fired at the store. A … The post LIVE: Police say West Omaha Target store is safe; public advised to stay away appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Police: West Omaha Target is under guard; the public advised to stay away https://thesarpycounty.com/police-west-omaha-target-is-under-guard-the-public-advised-to-stay-away-2/ OMAHA, Nebraska. (Nebraska) — Police on Tuesday afternoon asked the public to avoid the area in West Omaha near the target point at 180th Street and West Center Road. The update comes about an hour after dozens of cops were sent to the store following reports of store shots. Shortly after noon, a large number … The post Police: West Omaha Target is under guard; the public advised to stay away appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Police: West Omaha Target store secured; public advised to stay away https://thesarpycounty.com/police-west-omaha-target-store-secured-public-advised-to-stay-away/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) – Police asked the public on Tuesday afternoon to avoid an area in West Omaha near a Target location at 180th Street and West Center Road. The update came about an hour after dozens of police officers were dispatched to the store following reports of shots being fired at the store. A … The post Police: West Omaha Target store secured; public advised to stay away appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Convincing’: Dr. Mosley says popular alcoholic beverage can lower cholesterol and hypertension https://thesarpycounty.com/convincing-dr-mosley-says-popular-alcoholic-beverage-can-lower-cholesterol-and-hypertension/ From cancer to dementia, alcohol has been linked to a range of unwanted health problems. Despite its harmful effects, this drink remains one of the most popular drinks. The good news is that there is one option that not only can be beneficial in small amounts, but can even lower cholesterol and high blood pressure, … The post ‘Convincing’: Dr. Mosley says popular alcoholic beverage can lower cholesterol and hypertension appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

TIME: Large police presence at Target at 178th and West Center Roads; avoid area https://thesarpycounty.com/time-large-police-presence-at-target-at-178th-and-west-center-roads-avoid-area/ Update: Omaha police say the scene is safe, but citizens should avoid the area while the investigation continues. Original story: Around noon on Tuesday near 178th Street and West Center Road, a large number of police officers are in the Target store. There are unconfirmed reports of gunshots in or near the store. Red Robin … The post TIME: Large police presence at Target at 178th and West Center Roads; avoid area appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Police: West Omaha Target is under guard; the public advised to stay away https://thesarpycounty.com/police-west-omaha-target-is-under-guard-the-public-advised-to-stay-away/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Dozens of police officers were dispatched to a target in west Omaha Tuesday following reports of store shots. A strong police presence was seen around 180th Street and West Center Road. Omaha police tweeted at 12:22 p.m. that “officers are clearing the store at this time” and that “the number of … The post Police: West Omaha Target is under guard; the public advised to stay away appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska soldiers arrest a correctional worker for sexually assaulting a colleague https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-soldiers-arrest-a-correctional-worker-for-sexually-assaulting-a-colleague/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Soldiers arrested a state correctional worker on Monday for sexually assaulting a co-worker, the Nebraska State Patrol said. In October, investigators received a report from the Nebraska Department of Corrections regarding an assault. The reported assault took place at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution, the patrol said. On Monday, according to patrol, … The post Nebraska soldiers arrest a correctional worker for sexually assaulting a colleague appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

CHI Health Good Samaritan is now accepting Healthcare Career Scholarship applications https://thesarpycounty.com/chi-health-good-samaritan-is-now-accepting-healthcare-career-scholarship-applications/ KEARNEY, Neb. (Nebraska) – Since 1989, the CHI Health Good Samaritan Foundation has awarded $294,891 in scholarships to 431 prospective nurses, respiratory therapists, paramedics and other health care professionals. After graduation, many of these professionals remain in Kearney providing health care to our community. Generous donors make the scholarship program possible. To be eligible for … The post CHI Health Good Samaritan is now accepting Healthcare Career Scholarship applications appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha police identify officers involved in fatal shooting https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-police-identify-officers-involved-in-fatal-shooting/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A 38-year-old man was killed Monday night in a warehouse shooting involving an officer. Omaha police identified the man as Stephen Doken of Council Bluffs. Stephen Doken (Omaha Police Department) Officers were called to the Dino vault at 53rd and Center Streets around 10:30 p.m. about a burglary, according to Omaha … The post Omaha police identify officers involved in fatal shooting appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Woman lost over $50,000 due to internet pop-up scam https://thesarpycounty.com/woman-lost-over-50000-due-to-internet-pop-up-scam/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Lincoln Police Department says a woman was the victim of an Internet pop-up scam that resulted in her losing more than $50,000. The 66-year-old called police last week to report the scam, according to the LPD. Police said the man explained that his 85-year-old mother fell for an internet scam … The post Woman lost over $50,000 due to internet pop-up scam appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

80-year-old man beaten by house invaders reaches for his firearm and flips tables in an instant https://thesarpycounty.com/80-year-old-man-beaten-by-house-invaders-reaches-for-his-firearm-and-flips-tables-in-an-instant/ When two perpetrators broke into the home of an 80-year-old Chicago man and began beating him, the legally owned firearm, as is often the case, allowed the victim to flee. According to WMAQ-TVThe Chicago Police Department said an unidentified elderly man living near O’Hare International Airport was the victim. home invasion Monday morning. An unidentified … The post 80-year-old man beaten by house invaders reaches for his firearm and flips tables in an instant appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

As ‘good’ as exercise: Watching movies of a certain genre can help with chronic pain – expert https://thesarpycounty.com/as-good-as-exercise-watching-movies-of-a-certain-genre-can-help-with-chronic-pain-expert/ With the abundance of streaming services available on your TV, it’s never been easier to turn your home into a movie theater. What’s more, watching certain movies can help manage chronic pain. Sitting in front of the TV won’t cure or get rid of persistent pain, but it can still be quite beneficial, according to … The post As ‘good’ as exercise: Watching movies of a certain genre can help with chronic pain – expert appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Four Omaha chefs advance to James Beard semi-finals, Mexican Cuisine Opening at Maple https://thesarpycounty.com/four-omaha-chefs-advance-to-james-beard-semi-finals-mexican-cuisine-opening-at-maple/ Subscribe to Newsletter for Readers Our great email newsletter will tell you everything you need to know about what’s going on in Omaha. Delivered to your mailbox every day at 11:00. Become a Supporting Member Subscribe to thereader.com and become a local news contributor. We need to pay writers so you can read … The post Four Omaha chefs advance to James Beard semi-finals, Mexican Cuisine Opening at Maple appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man killed in shootout with officers at Omaha warehouse, police say https://thesarpycounty.com/man-killed-in-shootout-with-officers-at-omaha-warehouse-police-say/ Courtesy of Nebraska LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A man was killed Monday night in a shootout with officers at an Omaha warehouse, police say. At around 10:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to Dino’s Storage near South 55th and Center Streets after a caller reported a man breaking into a first-floor warehouse. Omaha Police say a … The post Man killed in shootout with officers at Omaha warehouse, police say appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Kearney Police Introduces Youth Citizens Academy https://thesarpycounty.com/kearney-police-introduces-youth-citizens-academy/ KEARNEY, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Kearney Police Department is introducing a free, interactive and hands-on course that will allow teens to learn what goes into the day-to-day duties of a police officer. The Youth Citizens Academy will be a five-week course, with classes every Thursday evening from 18:00 to 21:00, starting June 1st and finishing … The post Kearney Police Introduces Youth Citizens Academy appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Woman being airlifted after a two-vehicle crash on Highway 81 https://thesarpycounty.com/woman-being-airlifted-after-a-two-vehicle-crash-on-highway-81/ A woman was airlifted to a Sioux City hospital following a head-on collision in south Pierce County on Monday afternoon. Just before 3:30 pm, emergency personnel were dispatched to the scene of a multi-vehicle collision on Highway 81, north of 850th Road, approximately 7 miles north of Norfolk. Pierce County Sheriff Rick Eberhardt said a … The post Woman being airlifted after a two-vehicle crash on Highway 81 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Church in downtown Lincoln vandalized over the weekend https://thesarpycounty.com/church-in-downtown-lincoln-vandalized-over-the-weekend-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Lincoln Police Department is investigating a recent vandalism at a downtown church. The officers were sent to St. Paul’s United Methodist Church at 11th and M Streets after reporting a security check around 7:00 p.m. Saturday night. The LPD reported that a passer-by noticed that the glass door on M … The post Church in downtown Lincoln vandalized over the weekend appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Church in downtown Lincoln vandalized over the weekend https://thesarpycounty.com/church-in-downtown-lincoln-vandalized-over-the-weekend/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Lincoln Police Department is investigating a recent vandalism at a downtown church. The officers were sent to St. Paul’s United Methodist Church at 11th and M Streets after reporting a security check around 7:00 p.m. Saturday night. The LPD reported that a passer-by noticed that the glass door on M … The post Church in downtown Lincoln vandalized over the weekend appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

York man charged with murder after woman found shot to death, police say https://thesarpycounty.com/york-man-charged-with-murder-after-woman-found-shot-to-death-police-say/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A York man is facing a first-degree murder charge after a woman was found dead in a house on Monday night, police say. At approximately 9:50 pm, officers were dispatched to a home near Lincoln and Platte Avenues to investigate a shooting. After entering the home, officers found Stacie Beutler, who … The post York man charged with murder after woman found shot to death, police say appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Hastings College Professor to Lecture on ‘Social Issues and Social Action’ https://thesarpycounty.com/hastings-college-professor-to-lecture-on-social-issues-and-social-action/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) — Dr. Laura Logan, associate professor of sociology, will give an invited talk on Wednesday, February 15 at 1 PM at the French Memorial Chapel. The conference is set up to discuss the development of social problems and strategies for dealing with these problems. This is part of the Invited L:ectures series, … The post Hastings College Professor to Lecture on ‘Social Issues and Social Action’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The funds will be given to emergency food providers https://thesarpycounty.com/the-funds-will-be-given-to-emergency-food-providers/ Madison County was selected to receive $7,963 under Phase 40 to complement emergency food and shelter programs. The selection was made by a national council led by the US Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency. According to a press release provided by the Northeast Nebraska Community Action Partnership, Madison County has been selected … The post The funds will be given to emergency food providers appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Popular snack ‘may contribute to high blood pressure’ – expert warns against eating https://thesarpycounty.com/popular-snack-may-contribute-to-high-blood-pressure-expert-warns-against-eating/ Having high blood pressure increases the risk of many diseases. While it often seems asymptomatic, if left untreated, it can become dangerous due to the extra work it puts on your organs, including your heart and brain. One way to prevent high blood pressure is to eat a healthy diet that avoids some of the … The post Popular snack ‘may contribute to high blood pressure’ – expert warns against eating appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.