Craig Huff

As opioid overdose deaths continue to rise, report urges lawmakers to develop new approaches https://thesarpycounty.com/as-opioid-overdose-deaths-continue-to-rise-report-urges-lawmakers-to-develop-new-approaches/ WASHINGTON. Lawmakers should view America’s staggering opioid crisis, including the rise in fentanyl trafficking, from an “ecosystem” perspective, the RAND Corporation said in an extensive report released Thursday. That means they must look into gaps and interlinkages between emergency response, data collection, education, treatment, housing and law enforcement, the report says. The 600-page volume, which … The post As opioid overdose deaths continue to rise, report urges lawmakers to develop new approaches appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Five symptoms of early dementia that show up in everyday life https://thesarpycounty.com/five-symptoms-of-early-dementia-that-show-up-in-everyday-life/ There is currently no cure for dementia, but early diagnosis can help slow down the brain. This can help a person maintain their mental function longer. However, the symptoms of “early stage” dementia are often relatively mild and not always easy to detect. This makes symptom awareness front and center. Contrary to popular belief, dementia … The post Five symptoms of early dementia that show up in everyday life appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Crane season continues to attract tourists https://thesarpycounty.com/crane-season-continues-to-attract-tourists/ GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska (Nebraska) – If you’ve seen birds flocking, you know it’s crane season. Sandhill crane migration continues and Central Nebraska is their main resting place. Migration is the second largest migration in the world. The cranes spend several weeks in the Platte River valley to gain 20 percent of their body weight before … The post Crane season continues to attract tourists appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Defamation suit against Bobert heading to Colorado courtroom, Muckrakers president says https://thesarpycounty.com/defamation-suit-against-bobert-heading-to-colorado-courtroom-muckrakers-president-says/ A North Carolina political activist is preparing to file a lawsuit against U.S. Representative Lauren Bobert of Sylt in Colorado federal court, the activist told Colorado Newsline. David Wheeler, president of American Muckrakers PAC, sued Bobert last year in the state of North Carolina for defamation and malicious harassment. In January, the judge dismissed the … The post Defamation suit against Bobert heading to Colorado courtroom, Muckrakers president says appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Regulators monitor tritium leak at nuclear power plant in Minnesota https://thesarpycounty.com/regulators-monitor-tritium-leak-at-nuclear-power-plant-in-minnesota/ ST. PAUL, Minnesota (AP) — Minnesota regulators said Thursday they are monitoring a leak of 400,000 gallons of radioactive water from Xcel Energy’s Monticello nuclear power plant, and the company said there is no danger to the public. “Xcel Energy took swift action to contain the leak to a plant site that does not pose … The post Regulators monitor tritium leak at nuclear power plant in Minnesota appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

CNN correspondent reporting on street crime in San Francisco was the victim of a car break-in https://thesarpycounty.com/cnn-correspondent-reporting-on-street-crime-in-san-francisco-was-the-victim-of-a-car-break-in/ To report on “rampant street crime” in the city, a CNN correspondent in San Francisco had her rented car broken into on Friday – even with hired security tasked with keeping an eye on the vehicle. “Robbed. Again,” Kyung La tweeted after a break-in with a picture of a broken rear-view glass of a car. … The post CNN correspondent reporting on street crime in San Francisco was the victim of a car break-in appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Unusual’ sign of lung cancer the size of a cherry tomato https://thesarpycounty.com/unusual-sign-of-lung-cancer-the-size-of-a-cherry-tomato/ Having been a chain smoker for many years, Rick didn’t think much about it when he developed a chest infection. “I used to get winter chest infections, maybe once or twice a year,” Rick recalled. But one day, a chest infection seemed to him “particularly severe.” “I had an unusual cough, not at all like … The post ‘Unusual’ sign of lung cancer the size of a cherry tomato appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A pregnant woman fell under the floor of a military building https://thesarpycounty.com/a-pregnant-woman-fell-under-the-floor-of-a-military-building/ FORT CARSON, CO (KKTV/Gray News) — A pregnant woman says she fell through the floor of a military building in Fort Carson, landing in the basement, and now the family is moving in after months back and forth with a property manager and the army. Jordan Martin said that since the family moved into the … The post A pregnant woman fell under the floor of a military building appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincolnites gather at McKinney’s Irish Pub to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day https://thesarpycounty.com/lincolnites-gather-at-mckinneys-irish-pub-to-celebrate-st-patricks-day/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Lincolnites flocked to McKinney’s Irish Pub early Friday morning to get the St. Patrick’s Day festivities underway. The pub, located in the Haymarket, holds its 10th annual St Patrick’s Day celebration which starts at 9am on Friday Bar patrons can grab a green beer and listen to live music, or even … The post Lincolnites gather at McKinney’s Irish Pub to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Persistent’ bloating is the most common symptom of cancer’s ‘silent killer’ https://thesarpycounty.com/persistent-bloating-is-the-most-common-symptom-of-cancers-silent-killer/ Among women in the UK, ovarian cancer is the sixth leading cause of cancer death, with more than 4,000 deaths each year. It occurs when abnormal cells in the ovary grow and multiply in an uncontrolled manner, eventually forming a tumor. If caught early enough, it can be prevented from spreading to other parts of … The post ‘Persistent’ bloating is the most common symptom of cancer’s ‘silent killer’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LPD: Driver sustained life-threatening injuries after Lincoln crash in Northeast https://thesarpycounty.com/lpd-driver-sustained-life-threatening-injuries-after-lincoln-crash-in-northeast/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Lincoln police are investigating an accident that rushed one person to a hospital with life-threatening injuries in northeast Lincoln late Thursday night. At 11:54 p.m., officers responded to an iPhone warning message: “iPhone owner involved in a car accident” on Huntington Avenue, east of 41st Street, in a divided median. Arriving … The post LPD: Driver sustained life-threatening injuries after Lincoln crash in Northeast appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man pleads guilty to selling drugs stolen from Nebraska State Patrol evidence room https://thesarpycounty.com/man-pleads-guilty-to-selling-drugs-stolen-from-nebraska-state-patrol-evidence-room-2/ 2021 mug shot of George Weaver Jr. Courtesy Lincoln Police LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — A Lincoln man who sold drugs stolen from the Nebraska State Patrol evidence room pleaded guilty on Friday, the U.S. attorney’s office said. George Weaver Jr., 37, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute concoctions containing … The post Man pleads guilty to selling drugs stolen from Nebraska State Patrol evidence room appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Remembering the winter storm of March 2006 https://thesarpycounty.com/remembering-the-winter-storm-of-march-2006/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – It will have been 17 years since this weekend when it was supposed to be the first day of spring, but luckily winter has decided to work overtime. It may have been all green on St. Patrick’s Day in March of 2006, but that wouldn’t last long as an intense winter … The post Remembering the winter storm of March 2006 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Camp Ashland celebrates new facility reopening following 2019 floods https://thesarpycounty.com/camp-ashland-celebrates-new-facility-reopening-following-2019-floods-2/ ASHLAND, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Soldiers at Camp Ashland march around a new facility. Four years ago, a dam broke, flooding the training ground with flood waters. Camp Ashland was covered in over six feet of water. “All of our buildings at the site have completely exceeded our flood control measures we have already put in … The post Camp Ashland celebrates new facility reopening following 2019 floods appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

What does the insulin price cap mean for Nebraska and Iowa residents? https://thesarpycounty.com/what-does-the-insulin-price-cap-mean-for-nebraska-and-iowa-residents/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Three of the leading insulin makers are now cutting prices after years of pressure from advocates and more recently the Biden administration. French company Sanofi was the latest to say it would cap insulin costs to $35 a month for people with private insurance. He joins Eli Lilly and Dutch company … The post What does the insulin price cap mean for Nebraska and Iowa residents? appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Shortage of workers forces temporary closure of DMV rural offices https://thesarpycounty.com/shortage-of-workers-forces-temporary-closure-of-dmv-rural-offices-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles has temporarily closed its offices in six Nebraska counties. People in these counties who want to renew their driver’s licenses will have to wait until they reopen, travel to another county, or use the DMV’s online services. Offices in Franklin, Furnas, Harlan, Kearny, Phelps, and … The post Shortage of workers forces temporary closure of DMV rural offices appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Spanish thieves arrested for stealing over 19 tons of olives https://thesarpycounty.com/spanish-thieves-arrested-for-stealing-over-19-tons-of-olives/ According to local authorities, a gang of thieves operating in the Spanish countryside was arrested after stealing more than 19 tons of olives. The group robbed six farms in the Las Vegas area outside the capital city of Madrid, according to Agence France-Presse. Sixteen people have been arrested and five others are under investigation by … The post Spanish thieves arrested for stealing over 19 tons of olives appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A smelly sign that can signal hypothyroidism compromises the nervous system. https://thesarpycounty.com/a-smelly-sign-that-can-signal-hypothyroidism-compromises-the-nervous-system/ The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland located above the collarbone and regulates the production of the necessary hormones. Its role is central to several basic bodily functions, including heartbeat, respiration, and metabolism. If its functioning is disturbed, the nervous system can suffer, causing changes in the perception of smells by a person. Some of … The post A smelly sign that can signal hypothyroidism compromises the nervous system. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska National Guard sends 13 soldiers to Germany to train Ukrainians https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-national-guard-sends-13-soldiers-to-germany-to-train-ukrainians/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A group of National Guardsmen is headed to Germany to help with the war in Ukraine. The 13 soldiers and their families met on Friday in Yutan for a farewell ceremony led by Governor Jim Pillen and Senator Pete Ricketts. The National Guard says Soldiers from the 1-134th Cavalry will be … The post Nebraska National Guard sends 13 soldiers to Germany to train Ukrainians appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Classes A and B compete at the UNK Track & Field Invite https://thesarpycounty.com/classes-a-and-b-compete-at-the-unk-track-field-invite/ KEARNEY, Neb. (Nebraska) — UNK hosted its second of three high school athletics invitationals on Friday, with participating programs in grades A and B traveling to compete at Cushing Coliseum. Featured events include finals in Boys’ High Jump, Boys’ Mile, Boys’ 55m Hurdles, Girls’ 55m Hurdles, Girls’ 55m Sprint, Girls’ Long Jump and 400m Sprint … The post Classes A and B compete at the UNK Track & Field Invite appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Beltway directs truck traffic south https://thesarpycounty.com/beltway-directs-truck-traffic-south/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). Three months ago, the Nebraska Parkway, which runs right through south Lincoln, was jammed with cars as people went home. That’s according to Todd Frauen, manager of Cornhusker Billiard Supply, who watched the crowds every day. “We’ve had clients say they don’t like coming here after 3pm because the traffic is too … The post Beltway directs truck traffic south appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Children’s book for teenagers from Omaha aims to let children know what power they have https://thesarpycounty.com/childrens-book-for-teenagers-from-omaha-aims-to-let-children-know-what-power-they-have/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Some call her the preeminent teen Miss Lincoln. “Thanks to all these experiences, I have definitely grown as a person and stepped outside of my comfort zone, which I think is very important,” said Maggie Wadginsky, Senior Lecturer at Westside. For others, she is a dancer and even a member of … The post Children’s book for teenagers from Omaha aims to let children know what power they have appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Irish Omaha history goes deeper than you think https://thesarpycounty.com/irish-omaha-history-goes-deeper-than-you-think/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, but Omaha has more green blood in its veins than you might think. The Jack Barrett-Jeffery family moved to Nebraska from Ireland in the last century and have been celebrating St. Patrick’s Day ever since. “The Irish here in Omaha live deep and you … The post Irish Omaha history goes deeper than you think appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Operation Cold Cuts: New Jersey Deli Workers Accused of Running Drug Dealing Network” https://thesarpycounty.com/operation-cold-cuts-new-jersey-deli-workers-accused-of-running-drug-dealing-network/ They are dead meat. Fourteen people, including two New Jersey deli workers, were arrested for drug trafficking and other charges in a sting operation that law enforcement called “Operation Cold Cuts.” Two men who run a G&M market in Sewell, Brett Carerro and Roy Lucas, were charged with drug trafficking and conspiracy after they were … The post “Operation Cold Cuts: New Jersey Deli Workers Accused of Running Drug Dealing Network” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Lincoln Police Department’s Northeast Team settles into a new home https://thesarpycounty.com/the-lincoln-police-departments-northeast-team-settles-into-a-new-home/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Lincoln Police Department’s Northeast Team has a new headquarters. The team moved into its new headquarters on Friday, and officials said the building offers updated facilities that will boost department communication. “We have TVs, monitors and everything we need to record and do interviews,” Officer Jeff Bucher said. City officials … The post The Lincoln Police Department’s Northeast Team settles into a new home appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A cold start to the last weekend of winter.. https://thesarpycounty.com/a-cold-start-to-the-last-weekend-of-winter/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – The skies will clear causing temperatures to plummet as we begin the final weekend of the winter season. Saturday will start the day with morning lows in the teens. Saturday morning (Nebraska) Wind chills in the morning will feel below freezing and over northern areas, temperatures “look like” could be as … The post A cold start to the last weekend of winter.. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Charitable foundation finds kind donors for 2,000 vital stem cell transplants https://thesarpycounty.com/charitable-foundation-finds-kind-donors-for-2000-vital-stem-cell-transplants/ Stem cell charity DKMS celebrates a milestone in finding its 2000th UK donor. Amy Pringle, 28, was on the registry and approached a patient who was in desperate need of a life-saving transplant. Her blood was taken from one arm, the stem cells were filtered, and the blood was returned to the other arm. Only … The post Charitable foundation finds kind donors for 2,000 vital stem cell transplants appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Soldiers of the Nebraska National Guard will go to Germany to train the Armed Forces of Ukraine https://thesarpycounty.com/soldiers-of-the-nebraska-national-guard-will-go-to-germany-to-train-the-armed-forces-of-ukraine-2/ UTAN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Soldiers from the Nebraska National Guard are about to embark on a year-long deployment to US European Command. Gov. Jim Pillen and leaders of the Nebraska National Guard issued statements during a send-off ceremony Friday morning at the Atlas Readiness Center in Yutana, according to the Nebraska National Guard. Thirteen Nebraska … The post Soldiers of the Nebraska National Guard will go to Germany to train the Armed Forces of Ukraine appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The BMX track will open in spring 2024 https://thesarpycounty.com/the-bmx-track-will-open-in-spring-2024/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – North Platte continues to make the city more recreationally friendly with the addition of the 308 BMX. 308 BMX is in phase two as they have achieved a unanimous decision to build their own track which will be USABMX certified in the city. They have about 6 acres of land … The post The BMX track will open in spring 2024 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska lawmakers file ‘minority statement’ ahead of debate on transgender healthcare bill https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-lawmakers-file-minority-statement-ahead-of-debate-on-transgender-healthcare-bill-2/ Nebraska lawmakers on Friday filed a minority petition — a never-before-used tactic — against a law that would limit what gender-proved minors can receive in the state. State Senators Machaela Kavanaugh and Jen Day, both from Omaha, issued statements ahead of the debate on Proposition 574 on Tuesday. Called “The Let Them Grow Up Act,” … The post Nebraska lawmakers file ‘minority statement’ ahead of debate on transgender healthcare bill appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.