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Gunman fires into NYC restaurant, killing 1 and wounding another https://thesarpycounty.com/gunman-fires-into-nyc-restaurant-killing-1-and-wounding-another/ Video shows the moment a gunman opened fire at a Brooklyn restaurant in broad daylight Thursday — killing one man and gravely injuring another, according to cops.  Footage obtained by The Post shows a man firing into the doorway of Miguel’s West Indian Restaurant in Brownsville at around 8:50 a.m. — and another person running … The post Gunman fires into NYC restaurant, killing 1 and wounding another appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Open Door Mission’s food donations down amid inflation https://thesarpycounty.com/open-door-missions-food-donations-down-amid-inflation/ OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – With inflation, it’s getting harder to get into the spirit of giving. Unfortunately, local shelters are feeling it too. And with donations down, changes must be made. “We are really concerned about the food crisis in our community,” said Candace Gregory, president of Open Door Mission. Open Door Mission adjusted its … The post Open Door Mission’s food donations down amid inflation appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Univ. of Florida Faculty Senate give ‘no confidence’ vote to selection process, avoid targeting Sasse directly https://thesarpycounty.com/univ-of-florida-faculty-senate-give-no-confidence-vote-to-selection-process-avoid-targeting-sasse-directly/ OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — The University of Florida Faculty Senate voted ‘no confidence’ Thursday on the selection process that resulted in naming Nebraska U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse the sole finalist to be the university’s next president. The two-hour meeting, which mirrored a legislative process, yielded a resolution that does not directly target Sasse, instead, it … The post Univ. of Florida Faculty Senate give ‘no confidence’ vote to selection process, avoid targeting Sasse directly appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

UF Faculty Senate approves vote of no confidence on presidential finalist https://thesarpycounty.com/uf-faculty-senate-approves-vote-of-no-confidence-on-presidential-finalist/ GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) – University of Florida Faculty Senate voted yes on a resolution of no confidence over the selection process for the next university president. Nebraska Republican Sen. Ben Sasse was announced as the sole finalist earlier this month. UF Faculty Senate members are questioning the process of unanimously selecting Sasse as the sole … The post UF Faculty Senate approves vote of no confidence on presidential finalist appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Loss to Nebraska farmers due to drought estimated at least $2 billion this year https://thesarpycounty.com/loss-to-nebraska-farmers-due-to-drought-estimated-at-least-2-billion-this-year/ LINCOLN — Drought conditions this year may cost Nebraska corn, soybean and wheat farmers nearly $2 billion, an agriculture economist estimated Thursday. Nathan Dorn, who farms near Firth south of Lincoln, said he’s already cutting back on spending for new cattle and next year’s crop due to lower yields and increased costs for seed, fuel … The post Loss to Nebraska farmers due to drought estimated at least $2 billion this year appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha double-murder suspect refuses to appear in Douglas County Court https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-double-murder-suspect-refuses-to-appear-in-douglas-county-court/ OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – A double-murder suspect extradited from Iowa to face charges in the deaths of two women in August was due in Douglas County Court on Thursday morning, but he wouldn’t go. Gage Walter, 27, was returned to Douglas County Jail from Des Moines earlier this week. But when it came time to … The post Omaha double-murder suspect refuses to appear in Douglas County Court appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Friday Forecast: Pleasant Fall Day https://thesarpycounty.com/friday-forecast-pleasant-fall-day/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – As we gear up for the weekend, you can expect beautiful fall conditions! High temperatures will be near average with dry and mostly sunny conditions. Friday will be a beautiful day to spend some time outdoors and enjoy the fall weather! High temperatures will be near seasonal for this time of … The post Friday Forecast: Pleasant Fall Day appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Brutal Beating of Pregnant Woman Ends When Good Guy with Gun Steps In and Raises Firearm: Report https://thesarpycounty.com/brutal-beating-of-pregnant-woman-ends-when-good-guy-with-gun-steps-in-and-raises-firearm-report/ A legally armed bystander put an end to the alleged beating of a pregnant woman outside a Florida grocery store, once again giving the lie to the left’s claim that there are no good guys with a gun. The bystander drew his gun on a man accused of beating his pregnant girlfriend outside a Publix … The post Brutal Beating of Pregnant Woman Ends When Good Guy with Gun Steps In and Raises Firearm: Report appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Florida jurors to decide on first death penalty case since Nikolas Cruz ruling https://thesarpycounty.com/florida-jurors-to-decide-on-first-death-penalty-case-since-nikolas-cruz-ruling/ In Florida’s first death sentence case since a jury opted against the punishment for Parkland killer Nikolas Cruz, prosecutors are demanding execution for a man convicted of brutally killing two brothers aged 12 and 14. In what the local sheriff described as one of grisliest crimes he’d ever encountered, Mark Wilson beat the defenseless victims … The post Florida jurors to decide on first death penalty case since Nikolas Cruz ruling appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Holdrege man’s body recovered following boating accident https://thesarpycounty.com/holdrege-mans-body-recovered-following-boating-accident-2/ HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) – A Holdege man drowned after he and a friend’s boat capsized while fishing at the Elwood Reservoir on Sunday. According to the Gosper County Sheriff’s Office, two men were fishing at the Elwood Reservoir when their boat capsized due to high winds. Elwood Fire and Rescue and Gosper County Sheriff’s office … The post Holdrege man’s body recovered following boating accident appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

City shows 12 new multi-use trucks ahead of winter weather https://thesarpycounty.com/city-shows-12-new-multi-use-trucks-ahead-of-winter-weather/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – City of Lincoln officials unveiled 12 multi-use trucks they believe will double the capacity to clear arterial streets of ice and snow. Lincoln Transportation and Utilities Director Liz Elliott said that the new snowplow trucks are unique in that each truck is equipped to spray anti-icing material, spread granular salt pre-wet … The post City shows 12 new multi-use trucks ahead of winter weather appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Santa Fe detectives complete investigation into Alec Baldwin ‘Rust’ shooting — criminal charges may be imminent https://thesarpycounty.com/santa-fe-detectives-complete-investigation-into-alec-baldwin-a%c2%80%c2%98rusta%c2%80%c2%99-shooting-criminal-charges-may-be-imminent/ The Santa Fe Sheriff’s Office completed its investigation Thursday into the fatal “Rust” shooting that left cinematographer Halyna Hutchins dead — and criminal charges against those involved, including Alec Baldwin, may be imminent. “Today, District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies received the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s investigative report on the Rust movie set incident,” Heather Brewer, the … The post Santa Fe detectives complete investigation into Alec Baldwin ‘Rust’ shooting — criminal charges may be imminent appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Anonymous threat at Elkhorn Ridge Middle School; Douglas County Sheriff’s Office actively investigating https://thesarpycounty.com/anonymous-threat-at-elkhorn-ridge-middle-school-douglas-county-sheriffs-office-actively-investigating/ OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — EMAIL ALERT FROM DOUGLAS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE: “On Thursday, October 27, 2022, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) received information that an anonymous person threatened a school shooting at Elkhorn Ridge Middle School. The DCSO is actively investigating this matter to identify the person(s) responsible for making this threat. The Elkhorn … The post Anonymous threat at Elkhorn Ridge Middle School; Douglas County Sheriff’s Office actively investigating appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

28 Best & Fun Things To Do In Door County (Wisconsin) https://thesarpycounty.com/28-best-fun-things-to-do-in-door-county-wisconsin/ If you’re looking for awesome things to do in Door County, you’ve landed in the right place. Door County is a county in Wisconsin, America’s Dairyland, The Badger State. Situated on a peninsula between Lake Michigan and Green Bay, it’s known for its scenic long shoreline, magnificent coastal parks, clear waters, majestic lighthouses, and so … The post 28 Best & Fun Things To Do In Door County (Wisconsin) appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Top Ten Literary Sites in Boston You Should Visit https://thesarpycounty.com/the-top-ten-literary-sites-in-boston-you-should-visit/ This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure page for full details. This post on literary sites in Boston is a guest article by Jessica A. Kent of Boston Book Blog. Welcome to Boston, a city rich with writers, readers, and literary culture, both past and present. Whether you’re looking to find your next … The post The Top Ten Literary Sites in Boston You Should Visit appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Longtime Democratic Senator Under Federal Criminal Investigation https://thesarpycounty.com/longtime-democratic-senator-under-federal-criminal-investigation/ Democratic Sen. Robert Menendez of New Jersey is the subject of a federal criminal investigation in New York, multiple outlets reported Wednesday. News of the federal probe was first reported Wednesday morning by the website Semafor. Menendez adviser Michael Soliman later confirmed to other media outlets — including Politico and CBS News — that there … The post Longtime Democratic Senator Under Federal Criminal Investigation appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Boy, 15, stabbed outside NYC high school after question about gangs https://thesarpycounty.com/boy-15-stabbed-outside-nyc-high-school-after-question-about-gangs/ A 15-year-old boy was stabbed in the leg outside his East Harlem high school after a group of thugs surrounded him and asked what gang he belonged to, according to cops and school safety sources. The violent crew approached the teen not far from the Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics on Pleasant Avenue near … The post Boy, 15, stabbed outside NYC high school after question about gangs appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ex-wife of recently pardoned man, an American Legion official, said she ‘lived with fear every day’ https://thesarpycounty.com/ex-wife-of-recently-pardoned-man-an-american-legion-official-said-she-lived-with-fear-every-day-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska Examiner)- The former wife of a man recently pardoned for violently sexually assaulting her 29 years ago is speaking out for the first time and telling a much different story than what was presented last month to the Nebraska Board of Pardons. Jody Snogren said that her then-estranged husband, John Arias, drove … The post Ex-wife of recently pardoned man, an American Legion official, said she ‘lived with fear every day’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Maniac brandishing fake gun hijacks NYC bus with driver still inside https://thesarpycounty.com/maniac-brandishing-fake-gun-hijacks-nyc-bus-with-driver-still-inside/ A man hijacked an MTA bus with what turned out to be a fake gun, taking control of the wheel from the driver before crashing into an electrical pole in Queens on Thursday, police said. The suspect stepped in front of the eastbound Q4 bus and held up the fake firearm at around 7:23 a.m. … The post Maniac brandishing fake gun hijacks NYC bus with driver still inside appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Northern Iowa specialty soybean dealer files for bankruptcy https://thesarpycounty.com/northern-iowa-specialty-soybean-dealer-files-for-bankruptcy-2/ A Kanawha company that specializes in organic and non-genetically modified soybeans filed this week for bankruptcy, about three weeks after the state suspended its grain licenses. Global Processing Inc. estimates that it owes more than 150 people, banks and others a total of between $10 million and $50 million, according to its bankruptcy petition that … The post Northern Iowa specialty soybean dealer files for bankruptcy appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Pickleball popularity growing in Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/pickleball-popularity-growing-in-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – It’s a sport that’s taken the nation by storm in recent years, and it’s captured the hearts–and hands–of many in Lincoln. Pickleball is where ping-pong meets tennis, and according to the Sports and Fitness Industry Association, it’s the fastest-growing sport in America. With new pickleball projects planned in Lincoln, it’s set … The post Pickleball popularity growing in Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

No. 17 Illini out to avoid complacency in trip to Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/no-17-illini-out-to-avoid-complacency-in-trip-to-nebraska/ LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — The last time Illinois won its sixth game by mid-October to achieve bowl eligibility, it went on to lose six straight. That was in 2011, and the next 10 seasons were not kind to the Illini. Their 20 Big Ten wins between 2012-21 were fewest of any team in the conference … The post No. 17 Illini out to avoid complacency in trip to Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

University of Florida faculty panel expected to cast ‘no confidence’ vote on Sasse selection process https://thesarpycounty.com/university-of-florida-faculty-panel-expected-to-cast-no-confidence-vote-on-sasse-selection-process/ GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WOWT) – The faculty senate of the University of Florida is expected to vote “no confidence” in the university’s choice for its next president at a special meeting Thursday afternoon. The vote comes just days before Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse was expecting to fill the top job at the school he visited earlier … The post University of Florida faculty panel expected to cast ‘no confidence’ vote on Sasse selection process appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Holdrege man’s body recovered following boating accident https://thesarpycounty.com/holdrege-mans-body-recovered-following-boating-accident/ HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) – A Holdege man drowned after he and a friend’s boat capsized while fishing at the Elwood Reservoir on Sunday. According to the Gosper County Sheriff’s Office, two men were fishing at the Elwood Reservoir when their boat capsized due to high winds. Elwood Fire and Rescue and Gosper County Sheriff’s office … The post Holdrege man’s body recovered following boating accident appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Douglas County Sheriff investigating threat at Elkhorn middle school https://thesarpycounty.com/douglas-county-sheriff-investigating-threat-at-elkhorn-middle-school/ OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said there would be “an increased law enforcement presence” at area schools Thursday as authorities investigate a school shooting threat at an Elkhorn middle school. Elkhorn Public Schools also sent a note out to staff and families letting them know “that we are aware of a … The post Douglas County Sheriff investigating threat at Elkhorn middle school appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

US mortgage rates top 7% for the first time in 2 decades https://thesarpycounty.com/us-mortgage-rates-top-7-for-the-first-time-in-2-decades/ WASHINGTON (AP) — The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate topped 7% for the first time in more than two decades this week, a result of the Federal Reserve’s aggressive rate hikes intended to tame inflation not seen in some 40 years. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac reported Thursday that the average on the key 30-year rate … The post US mortgage rates top 7% for the first time in 2 decades appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Slain landlord found in freezer called police ‘many times’ on tenant: family https://thesarpycounty.com/slain-landlord-found-in-freezer-called-police-many-times-on-tenant-family/ The family of the Chicago landlord found dismembered in a freezer earlier this month said their loved one had called police “many times” on the tenant accused of her murder. The remains of Frances Walker, 69, were found in a freezer in her North Side home after a resident of the building reported her missing … The post Slain landlord found in freezer called police ‘many times’ on tenant: family appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Wildfire hot spots rekindle, destroying second barn and equipment at Hallam farm https://thesarpycounty.com/wildfire-hot-spots-rekindle-destroying-second-barn-and-equipment-at-hallam-farm/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Wildfire flames rekindled at a farm in southwest Lancaster County, destroying more than $12,000 in equipment, according to the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office. Wednesday night around 10 p.m., deputies and firefighters were called to a farm off SW 100th St and W Princeton Road, in Hallam, for a fire. According to … The post Wildfire hot spots rekindle, destroying second barn and equipment at Hallam farm appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln woman arrested after I-80 pursuit https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-woman-arrested-after-i-80-pursuit/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol arrested a Lincoln woman following a pursuit on Interstate 80 Wednesday afternoon. According to NSP, at approximately 2:50 p.m., a trooper observed a westbound Toyota Highlander speeding at 96 miles per hour on I-80 in Lincoln. The trooper attempted a traffic stop near mile marker … The post Lincoln woman arrested after I-80 pursuit appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Chicago Crime Has Spiked 40 Percent, But Lori Lightfoot Thinks She Deserves a Raise https://thesarpycounty.com/chicago-crime-has-spiked-40-percent-but-lori-lightfoot-thinks-she-deserves-a-raise/ Democratic Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is lobbying for a raise to her $216,000 salary, according to the Chicago Sun Times, despite the city’s crime problem worsening considerably under her leadership. The mayor’s salary hasn’t changed since 2005, but Lightfoot’s new budget proposal includes an annual salary adjustment equivalent to the rate of inflation, capping it … The post Chicago Crime Has Spiked 40 Percent, But Lori Lightfoot Thinks She Deserves a Raise appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.