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Nebraska comedy community remembers local legend Brad Stewart https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-comedy-community-remembers-local-legend-brad-stewart/ LINCOLN, Neb. (NCN) -LINCOLN, NE — Nebraska comedians are mourning the loss of a pillar of the state’s comedy community. Local comics say Brad Stewart had an impact on everyone in the industry from Lincoln to Omaha to Los Angeles. “Brad Stewart is a comedian and an artist all the way to the core,” comedian … The post Nebraska comedy community remembers local legend Brad Stewart appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Mayor Adams, take it from a friend: It’s time to buckle down https://thesarpycounty.com/mayor-adams-take-it-from-a-friend-ita%c2%80%c2%99s-time-to-buckle-down/ After Bill de Blasio left office, closing out one of the worst mayoral regimes in New York’s history, Eric Adams rode into the job on a wave of public goodwill. Voters expected the former police officer to start cleaning up the mess he inherited. But 10 months in, trust is beginning to erode between the mayor and his … The post Mayor Adams, take it from a friend: It’s time to buckle down appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Best Coffee Shops in Columbus, Ohio https://thesarpycounty.com/best-coffee-shops-in-columbus-ohio/ This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure page for full details. *This piece on the best coffee shops in Columbus is a guest post from Heather of Ohio Girl Travels  As Ohio’s capital city, Columbus welcomes visitors and locals alike to experience the thriving heart of Ohio! I often think of Columbus as … The post Best Coffee Shops in Columbus, Ohio appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Kids in the Midwest will get more blood screenings under EPA plan to deal with lead threat https://thesarpycounty.com/kids-in-the-midwest-will-get-more-blood-screenings-under-epa-plan-to-deal-with-lead-threat-2/ A study shows about half of children in the United States have detectable levels of lead in their blood, despite federal regulations that ban or restrict its use. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) adopted a new strategy to reduce exposure, particularly in low-income and communities of color that are disproportionately affected. On Thursday, the EPA … The post Kids in the Midwest will get more blood screenings under EPA plan to deal with lead threat appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

25 Best & Fun Things To Do In Estes Park (Colorado) https://thesarpycounty.com/25-best-fun-things-to-do-in-estes-park-colorado/ Estes Park is a well-known summer resort-type statutory town located in quaint Larimer County. Situated along the beautiful Big Thompson River, it overlooks the Olympus Dam and Lake Estes and is famously referred to as the state’s Original Playground. Before the days of European settlers, the region was home to the native Arapaho tribe, who … The post 25 Best & Fun Things To Do In Estes Park (Colorado) appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Albany DA Soares speaks truth but Hochul & Co. treat him as the invisible man https://thesarpycounty.com/albany-da-soares-speaks-truth-but-hochul-co-treat-him-as-the-invisible-man/ He’s the district attorney of Albany, where the Legislature meets and Gov. Kathy Hochul lives — but they treat David Soares as an invisible man as he keeps shouting out the truth on the disaster that criminal justice reforms have wrought in predominantly black urban communities. “Black lives are being harmed in the streets across … The post Albany DA Soares speaks truth but Hochul & Co. treat him as the invisible man appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Drought snarls Mississippi River transit in blow to farmers https://thesarpycounty.com/drought-snarls-mississippi-river-transit-in-blow-to-farmers/ ALONG THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER (AP) — Adam Thomas starts harvesting soybeans on his Illinois farm when the dew burns off in the morning. This year, dry weather accelerated the work, allowing him to start early. His problem was getting the soybeans to market. About 60% of the Midwest and northern Great Plain states are in … The post Drought snarls Mississippi River transit in blow to farmers appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ornate box turtle named Nebraska’s state reptile https://thesarpycounty.com/ornate-box-turtle-named-nebraskas-state-reptile/ GRETNA, Neb. (WOWT) – Nebraska has a new state reptile. Gov. Ricketts proclaimed the ornate box turtle as Nebraska’s official state reptile during a ceremony Friday hosted by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Ornate box turtles live in grasslands throughout most of Nebraska. It’s one of 48 different species of reptiles that inhabit Nebraska. … The post Ornate box turtle named Nebraska’s state reptile appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Quadruple-homicide suspect to appear in northeast Nebraska court next week https://thesarpycounty.com/quadruple-homicide-suspect-to-appear-in-northeast-nebraska-court-next-week-2/ HARTINGTON, Neb. (WOWT) – The suspect in a quadruple homicide in the small town of Laurel is set for arraignment in northeast Nebraska next week. Court documents filed Thursday in Cedar County Court show Jason Jones, 42, has been ordered to appear remotely at 1 p.m. Wednesday. Jason Jones(Nebraska Department of Corrections) In addition to … The post Quadruple-homicide suspect to appear in northeast Nebraska court next week appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Quadruple-homicide suspect to appear in northeast Nebraska court next week https://thesarpycounty.com/quadruple-homicide-suspect-to-appear-in-northeast-nebraska-court-next-week/ HARTINGTON, Neb. (WOWT) – The suspect in a quadruple homicide in the small town of Laurel is set for arraignment in northeast Nebraska next week. Court documents filed Thursday in Cedar County Court show Jason Jones, 42, has been ordered to appear remotely at 1 p.m. Wednesday. Jason Jones(Nebraska Department of Corrections) In addition to … The post Quadruple-homicide suspect to appear in northeast Nebraska court next week appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Transportation and Utilities urges drivers to avoid portion of North Antelope Valley Parkway https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-transportation-and-utilities-urges-drivers-to-avoid-portion-of-north-antelope-valley-parkway/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – North Antelope Valley Parkway between Saunders Avenue and Virginia Street was reduced to two lanes on Friday while Lincoln Transportation and Utilities inspects a bridge damaged by fire. It is not known at this time when the street will fully reopen. Digital signs will alert traffic. Recommended detours include North 27th … The post Lincoln Transportation and Utilities urges drivers to avoid portion of North Antelope Valley Parkway appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Suspect throws wrench at Cardinal Dolan’s home at St. Pat’s Cathedral https://thesarpycounty.com/suspect-throws-wrench-at-cardinal-dolans-home-at-st-pats-cathedral/ A suspect hurled a wrench through a window at Cardinal Timothy Dolan’s residence at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Manhattan on Friday afternoon, police said.  The tool struck the house’s door and shattered its glass panel before landing in a vestibule area that’s separated from the main residence by another door, cops said.  Dolan was not … The post Suspect throws wrench at Cardinal Dolan’s home at St. Pat’s Cathedral appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

15 Best Restaurants In Evansville IN You Must Try https://thesarpycounty.com/15-best-restaurants-in-evansville-in-you-must-try/ Are you looking for restaurants in Evansville Indiana? You are in the right place. In this article, I will walk you through places to eat in Evansville Indiana, and tell you everything you need to know about Evansville food. Nestled on the Ohio River, Evansville, IN is a lovely city and a great place to … The post 15 Best Restaurants In Evansville IN You Must Try appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ornate box turtle named Nebraska’s new official state reptile Friday https://thesarpycounty.com/ornate-box-turtle-named-nebraskas-new-official-state-reptile-friday/ OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Nebraska now has a state reptile! On Friday, Governor Pete Ricketts proclaimed the ornate box turtle as the official state reptile during a ceremony that was hosted by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC) at Schramm Education Center. Students attending the ceremony participated in a live turtle exploration activity led … The post Ornate box turtle named Nebraska’s new official state reptile Friday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Weekend Forecast: Seasonally Warm Fall Weekend https://thesarpycounty.com/weekend-forecast-seasonally-warm-fall-weekend/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – A beautiful and seasonally warm fall weekend will take place across the 1011 region… perfect timing for Halloween festivities! High temperatures will be in the mid to upper 60s. Overall, conditions will be dry. We will see lots of sunshine Saturday with a little more cloud cover on Sunday. A beautiful … The post Weekend Forecast: Seasonally Warm Fall Weekend appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Iowa’s Secretary of State in Sioux City as voting machines are tested https://thesarpycounty.com/iowas-secretary-of-state-in-sioux-city-as-voting-machines-are-tested/ SIOUX CITY (KTIV) – Today the Secretary of State for Iowa, Paul Pate, was in Sioux City as the county began the testing process of checking voting machines for all 44 precincts. The machines will each be tested for accuracy over the next several days. Auditors with the county mixed properly filled out ballots with … The post Iowa’s Secretary of State in Sioux City as voting machines are tested appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Where Is Nancy?’: Paul Pelosi Might Not Have Been His Attacker’s Main Target https://thesarpycounty.com/where-is-nancy-paul-pelosi-might-not-have-been-his-attackers-main-target/ A home intruder was trying to find House Speaker Nancy Pelosi when he assaulted her husband, Paul Pelosi, early Friday morning, a source told CNN. The attacker reportedly broke into the couple’s San Francisco residence while the speaker was in Washington with her security detail. The source told CNN the intruder yelled, “Where is Nancy, … The post ‘Where Is Nancy?’: Paul Pelosi Might Not Have Been His Attacker’s Main Target appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ex-NYC Transit boss Sarah Feinberg assaulted in unprovoked attack near subway stop https://thesarpycounty.com/ex-nyc-transit-boss-sarah-feinberg-assaulted-in-unprovoked-attack-near-subway-stop/ Former NYC Transit president Sarah Feinberg was randomly assaulted near a subway stop in Chelsea, The Post has learned. Feinberg, who appealed for more cops assigned to the subways last year amid a crime surge, was sucker-punched at the corner of West 21st Street and 6th Avenue, near the F train at 23rd Street at … The post Ex-NYC Transit boss Sarah Feinberg assaulted in unprovoked attack near subway stop appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Sen. Julie Slama and former candidate for governor Charles Herbster mutually agree to drop lawsuits https://thesarpycounty.com/sen-julie-slama-and-former-candidate-for-governor-charles-herbster-mutually-agree-to-drop-lawsuits/ Documents from the District Court of Johnson County show that Nebraska State Senator Julie Slama and former Republican candidate for governor and businessman Charles Herbster jointly agreed to ask the court for a dismissal of their competing lawsuits. District Judge Rick A. Schreiner issued an Order of Dismissal with Prejudice on Thursday. In April, at … The post Sen. Julie Slama and former candidate for governor Charles Herbster mutually agree to drop lawsuits appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Burn bans in place for Harrison, Mills Counties https://thesarpycounty.com/burn-bans-in-place-for-harrison-mills-counties/ HARRISON COUNTY, Iowa (WOWT) – More Iowa counties have put burn bans in place. Burn bans are in place for many Iowa counties due to dry and windy conditions. Mills County enacted a burn ban Thursday, and Harrison County will enact one at 12 p.m. Friday. According to the Harrison County Emergency Management Agency, current … The post Burn bans in place for Harrison, Mills Counties appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Rail strike worry prompts businesses to seek WH intervention https://thesarpycounty.com/rail-strike-worry-prompts-businesses-to-seek-wh-intervention/ OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Businesses are increasingly worried about the renewed threat of a railroad strike after , and they want the Biden administration and Congress to be ready to intervene. A coalition of 322 business groups from a variety of industries signed off on a letter to President Joe Biden Thursday urging him to … The post Rail strike worry prompts businesses to seek WH intervention appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Texas murder suspect will remain in Nebraska for another month https://thesarpycounty.com/texas-murder-suspect-will-remain-in-nebraska-for-another-month-2/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) – A Texas teen appeared in Hall County Court Friday morning for a preliminary hearing as he is facing a fugitive from justice charge in Nebraska. The entire hearing lasted less than two minutes for 17-year-old Tyler Roenz. Roenz, who did not speak during the hearing, will not waive his extradition. … The post Texas murder suspect will remain in Nebraska for another month appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nominees for Sixth Judicial District forwarded to Gov. Ricketts https://thesarpycounty.com/nominees-for-sixth-judicial-district-forwarded-to-gov-ricketts/ FREMONT, Neb. (WOWT) – Three County Court Judge nominees have been selected for Gov. Ricketts’ consideration. According to the Office of Gov. Ricketts, on Thursday three nominees for a County Judge vacancy in the Sixth Judicial District were selected. Thomas J. Klein of Wahoo, Patrick R. Runge of Omaha, and Timothy M. Schulz of Fremont … The post Nominees for Sixth Judicial District forwarded to Gov. Ricketts appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Jerry Lee Lewis, ‘Great Balls of Fire’ singer, dies at 87 https://thesarpycounty.com/jerry-lee-lewis-great-balls-of-fire-singer-dies-at-87/ (AP) – Jerry Lee Lewis, the untamable rock ‘n’ roll pioneer whose outrageous talent, energy and ego collided on such definitive records as “Great Balls of Fire” and “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On” and sustained a career otherwise upended by personal scandal, died Friday morning at 87. The last survivor of a generation of groundbreaking … The post Jerry Lee Lewis, ‘Great Balls of Fire’ singer, dies at 87 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Soil sampling begins at Missouri school closed due to concerns of radioactive contamination https://thesarpycounty.com/soil-sampling-begins-at-missouri-school-closed-due-to-concerns-of-radioactive-contamination/ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has completed testing inside a Missouri school closed amid concerns of radioactive contamination, and sampling of soil outside the school has begun, Corps officials said Friday. A suburban St. Louis school board voted last week to close Jana Elementary School in Florissant, Missouri, after testing by a private firm … The post Soil sampling begins at Missouri school closed due to concerns of radioactive contamination appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

5 Iowa counties to participate in new rural traffic safety project https://thesarpycounty.com/5-iowa-counties-to-participate-in-new-rural-traffic-safety-project/ SIDNEY, Iowa (WOWT) – Fremont County will be one of several counties participating in a new traffic safety initiative. According to the Iowa Department of Public Safety, a new initiative called the “High Five Rural Traffic Safety Project” will begin on Dec. 1, 2022. The project calls for increasing traffic safety on rural roads. The … The post 5 Iowa counties to participate in new rural traffic safety project appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Texas murder suspect will remain in Nebraska for another month https://thesarpycounty.com/texas-murder-suspect-will-remain-in-nebraska-for-another-month/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) – A Texas teen appeared in Hall County Court Friday morning for a preliminary hearing as he is facing a fugitive from justice charge in Nebraska. The entire hearing lasted less than two minutes for 17-year-old Tyler Roenz. Roenz, who did not speak during the hearing, will not waive his extradition. … The post Texas murder suspect will remain in Nebraska for another month appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Iowa to announce new hiring initiative to address shortage of accountants, auditors https://thesarpycounty.com/iowa-to-announce-new-hiring-initiative-to-address-shortage-of-accountants-auditors/ COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (WOWT) – Iowa plans to address a shortage of accountants and auditors. State Auditor Rob Sand will hold a news conference in Council Bluffs on Nov. 1, announcing a plan to address the shortage. The plan will be a new hiring initiative. Sand says businesses and organizations are affected by the shortage, … The post Iowa to announce new hiring initiative to address shortage of accountants, auditors appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Adams says cops are doing ‘amazing job’ — after desperate MTA hires private security https://thesarpycounty.com/adams-says-cops-are-doing-amazing-job-after-desperate-mta-hires-private-security/ Mayor Eric Adams on Friday claimed the NYPD is doing an “amazing job” making subways safer — even as the MTA is apparently so desperate to help fight soaring transit crime that it just hired private security guards.  Adams, asked about the startling MTA move at an unrelated press conference in Brooklyn, avoided directly answering … The post Adams says cops are doing ‘amazing job’ — after desperate MTA hires private security appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A Romantic Getaway in Myrtle Beach, SC https://thesarpycounty.com/a-romantic-getaway-in-myrtle-beach-sc/ This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure page for full details. The Carolina Coast (whether it be North or South) is a beautiful part of the country. One popular city fringing the Atlantic Ocean, is Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Perfectly situated just south of the NC border, Myrtle Beach and its surrounding areas … The post A Romantic Getaway in Myrtle Beach, SC appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.