Craig Huff

Lee Zeldin hits Kathy Hochul on congestion tolls, subway crime at track-push stop https://thesarpycounty.com/lee-zeldin-hits-kathy-hochul-on-congestion-tolls-subway-crime-at-track-push-stop/ Republican challenger Lee Zeldin blasted Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday for supporting the MTA’s controversial congestion pricing toll plan — and said the best way to get drivers out of their cars would be to make the subways safer. During a news conference outside the Bronx subway station where a man was pushed onto the tracks on Saturday, Zeldin … The post Lee Zeldin hits Kathy Hochul on congestion tolls, subway crime at track-push stop appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Evening Drinks Turns Nightmarish – Armed Men Barge into Bar and Ruthlessly Execute 12 https://thesarpycounty.com/evening-drinks-turns-nightmarish-armed-men-barge-into-bar-and-ruthlessly-execute-12/ Twelve people were killed in a Mexican bar Saturday evening in a region of the country marred by wars between rival drug gangs. The shooting took place in a bar in Irapuato in the state of Guanajuato, the city’s Secretary of Citizen Safety said in a statement, according to CNN. Six men and six women … The post Evening Drinks Turns Nightmarish – Armed Men Barge into Bar and Ruthlessly Execute 12 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Expansion of trail system through North Omaha making headway https://thesarpycounty.com/expansion-of-trail-system-through-north-omaha-making-headway/ OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – On Saturday, community members will gather in North Omaha to celebrate the completion of the first phase of a new trail that’s making the area more connected and accessible. The North Omaha Trail’s first two-mile stretch that runs east to west from Metro’s North Omaha Transit Center near 31st Ave. and … The post Expansion of trail system through North Omaha making headway appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Proclamation for “Nebraska Missing Persons Day” brings hope, awareness https://thesarpycounty.com/proclamation-for-nebraska-missing-persons-day-brings-hope-awareness/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Governor Pete Ricketts signed a proclamation Monday afternoon to designate October 17th as “Nebraska Missing Persons Day”, bringing hope and awareness to the families affected. It comes after a network of families of missing persons came together to ask for a day of recognition. Jannel Rap, the sister of Regina Bos … The post Proclamation for “Nebraska Missing Persons Day” brings hope, awareness appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The City of Omaha is recognizing its amazing women with Inspire event; hundreds of nominations received https://thesarpycounty.com/the-city-of-omaha-is-recognizing-its-amazing-women-with-inspire-event-hundreds-of-nominations-received/ OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — This month the City of Omaha will be celebrating women in a whole new way. It’s called Inspire. 3 News Now Anchor Serese Cole met with Ava Thomas, the president and publisher of the Omaha World-Herald. She told Serese that she is excited to bring this event to Omaha. It has been in … The post The City of Omaha is recognizing its amazing women with Inspire event; hundreds of nominations received appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lake Zorinsky tree removal moves forward, some residents upset https://thesarpycounty.com/lake-zorinsky-tree-removal-moves-forward-some-residents-upset/ OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – An update on an Omaha couple’s fight to save trees behind their home. The Army Corps of Engineers has been cutting boundary space around Lake Zorinsky. A controversy was brought to light when they looked at removing 50 trees. Despite taking a stand against the removal of the trees, Kim Latacha … The post Lake Zorinsky tree removal moves forward, some residents upset appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Free tree distribution scheduled for Saturday in northeast Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/free-tree-distribution-scheduled-for-saturday-in-northeast-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) -Lincoln and Lancaster County homeowners are invited to a free Trick or Tree tree distribution at 8 a.m., Saturday at Mahoney Park, North 70th and Fremont Streets. The event is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation, Lincoln South Rotary Club, Rotary District 5650, Lincoln Parks Foundation, and Lincoln Parks and Recreation. “We … The post Free tree distribution scheduled for Saturday in northeast Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Baseball Spring Training – Florida https://thesarpycounty.com/baseball-spring-training-florida/ Sharing is caring! This post may contain affiliate links.  See my disclosure statement for more information. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It’s that time of year.  The holidays have passed and Spring is still a ways out.  In the Midwest where I live, it’s COLD and SNOWY.  As I sit here … The post Baseball Spring Training – Florida appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Hochul is giving crime victims cash instead of ensuring there are fewer of them — yet another reason to vote Zeldin https://thesarpycounty.com/hochul-is-giving-crime-victims-cash-instead-of-ensuring-there-are-fewer-of-them-a%c2%80%c2%94-yet-another-reason-to-vote-zeldin/ In one of her first acts as governor after replacing Andrew Cuomo when he resigned in disgrace, Kathy Hochul signed a piece of parole reform, the Less Is More Act. Parolees are released under supervision with set conditions before they’ve served their full sentences on the premise they’ve been rehabilitated. Less Is More — formerly … The post Hochul is giving crime victims cash instead of ensuring there are fewer of them — yet another reason to vote Zeldin appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Report: Bizarrely Chilling Clue Left with Body of Missing 12-Year-Old – Found Dead and Stuffed in Suitcase https://thesarpycounty.com/report-bizarrely-chilling-clue-left-with-body-of-missing-12-year-old-found-dead-and-stuffed-in-suitcase/ A 12-year-old girl who had been tied and left in a suitcase was found dead last week by Paris police. The girl was found with the numbers “1” and “0” on her body. The numbers were “placed” upon her by a “device,” a police source said, indicating they were not cut into her or drawn … The post Report: Bizarrely Chilling Clue Left with Body of Missing 12-Year-Old – Found Dead and Stuffed in Suitcase appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

WATCH: Gov. Kim Reynolds and challenger Deidre DeJear debate https://thesarpycounty.com/watch-gov-kim-reynolds-and-challenger-deidre-dejear-debate/ CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) – Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and her Democratic challenger Deidre DeJear face off in the only debate scheduled between the two of them. Reynolds is running on her record of cutting taxes and managing state finances, building up a billion-dollar surplus in state funds. DeJear has been critical of the Republican … The post WATCH: Gov. Kim Reynolds and challenger Deidre DeJear debate appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Section of 120th Street to open Tuesday in the area of the South Beltway project https://thesarpycounty.com/section-of-120th-street-to-open-tuesday-in-the-area-of-the-south-beltway-project/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – The Nebraska Department of Transportation plans to open another stretch of road in the area of the South Beltway project on Tuesday. NDOT says that 120th Street, north of Saltillo Road, will reopen with its new configuration on Tuesday morning. Drivers who take Highway 2 eastbound can expect traffic coming up … The post Section of 120th Street to open Tuesday in the area of the South Beltway project appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Carol Blood doubles her fundraising for Nebraska governor but still trails Jim Pillen’s https://thesarpycounty.com/carol-blood-doubles-her-fundraising-for-nebraska-governor-but-still-trails-jim-pillens/ LINCOLN — State Sen. Carol Blood more than doubled her fundraising for the Nebraska governor’s race this summer. But she was significantly outraised by her GOP opponent, University of Nebraska Regent Jim Pillen. Blood, the Democratic nominee, raised $262,000 in the third quarter: $242,000 from individuals and about $19,000 from political action committees and corporations. … The post Carol Blood doubles her fundraising for Nebraska governor but still trails Jim Pillen’s appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

She believed it was an allergic reaction but an Omaha woman was having a stroke https://thesarpycounty.com/she-believed-it-was-an-allergic-reaction-but-an-omaha-woman-was-having-a-stroke/ OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — As an interior designer, Alysia Radicia appreciates art. She also enjoys poetry. Radicia told 3 News Now Anchor Mary Nelson about a poem by Mary Oliver, “The Uses of Sorrow,” which really strikes a chord.             Someone I loved once gave me            a box full of darkness.            It took me years to understand            that this, too, was … The post She believed it was an allergic reaction but an Omaha woman was having a stroke appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Kansas to search grounds of former Native American school https://thesarpycounty.com/kansas-to-search-grounds-of-former-native-american-school/ FAIRWAY, Kan. (AP) – The Kansas Historical Society plans to search the grounds of a former Native American boarding school to determine whether any children were buried there. The site in Fairway, Kan., located in the Kansas City area, housed students from several tribes in the 1800s and early 1900s. It was one of many … The post Kansas to search grounds of former Native American school appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Department of Transportation reports 36 deaths from traffic crashes in September https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-department-of-transportation-reports-36-deaths-from-traffic-crashes-in-september/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – During the month of September 2022, 36 people were killed in traffic crashes on Nebraska roadways, according to data collected by the Nebraska Department of Transportation. These 36 fatalities occurred in 30 fatal crashes. Nine of the 27 vehicle occupants killed were not using seatbelts, eleven were using a seatbelt, and … The post Nebraska Department of Transportation reports 36 deaths from traffic crashes in September appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New plan for Venezuelan migrants will accept some into the U.S., send others to Mexico https://thesarpycounty.com/new-plan-for-venezuelan-migrants-will-accept-some-into-the-u-s-send-others-to-mexico/ WASHINGTON — The Biden administration on has announced new guidelines for Venezuelan migrants, under which some will have a pathway to temporary residence in the United States, and others who crossed the border without authorization will be sent back to Mexico. U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced an agreement this week between Mexico … The post New plan for Venezuelan migrants will accept some into the U.S., send others to Mexico appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ex-Rochester top cop tied to Daniel Prude case in close House race: poll https://thesarpycounty.com/ex-rochester-top-cop-tied-to-daniel-prude-case-in-close-house-race-poll/ Former Rochester Police Chief and Republican candidate La’Ron Singletary — who headed the force when a mentally ill Daniel Prude died of asphyxiation in custody — is in striking distance of Democratic Rep. Joe Morelle in the race for the 25th congressional district. A poll released to The Post by the Singletary campaign shows Morelle … The post Ex-Rochester top cop tied to Daniel Prude case in close House race: poll appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Jamaica Drops the Hammer on Music and TV That Normalizes Criminality https://thesarpycounty.com/jamaica-drops-the-hammer-on-music-and-tv-that-normalizes-criminality/ You are what you consume. If you eat junk food, you become fat. If you drink liquor, you get drunk. Do it too often, you’ll corrode your innards and shorten your life. Take certain drugs, get addicted. It’s an inexorable process. We try to pretend, however, the same thing doesn’t apply to our cultural consumption … The post Jamaica Drops the Hammer on Music and TV That Normalizes Criminality appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Teen charged as adult for stabbing at Waverly park https://thesarpycounty.com/teen-charged-as-adult-for-stabbing-at-waverly-park-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – A Waverly teen has been charged as an adult with four felonies after authorities say he stabbed a 15-year-old boy multiple times at a park last week. Shane Moore, who turned 15 on Monday, is charged with attempted first-degree murder, first-degree assault, and two counts of use of a deadly weapon … The post Teen charged as adult for stabbing at Waverly park appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Former Nebraska wide receiver arrested in La Vista https://thesarpycounty.com/former-nebraska-wide-receiver-arrested-in-la-vista/ LA VISTA, Neb. (KOLN) – A former Nebraska wide receiver was arrested early Saturday in La Vista due to an active warrant. According to the La Vista Police Department, Zavier Betts was stopped for speeding near 96th Street and Giles Road at around 1:30 a.m. During the stop, authorities said it was revealed that Betts … The post Former Nebraska wide receiver arrested in La Vista appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A nursing home case now before the Supreme Court could impact millions of vulnerable Americans https://thesarpycounty.com/a-nursing-home-case-now-before-the-supreme-court-could-impact-millions-of-vulnerable-americans/ As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to hear oral arguments in an Indiana case that could have national implications for millions of Americans participating in federal safety net programs, pressure is mounting locally for the public health agency at the heart of the legal battle to withdraw the case altogether. Advocates for the elderly, poor … The post A nursing home case now before the Supreme Court could impact millions of vulnerable Americans appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

With the loss of the Olympic swim trials reports say Omaha Sport Commission plans to bid for another sport https://thesarpycounty.com/with-the-loss-of-the-olympic-swim-trials-reports-say-omaha-sport-commission-plans-to-bid-for-another-sport/ ELKHORN, Neb.(KMTV) — According to reports by the Omaha World-Herald, on Friday the Omaha Sports Commission and MECA plan to make a bid for the 2024 men’s and women’s Olympic gymnastic trials. Gymnastics has seen an increase in interest in Omaha and Metro Stars Gymnastics is expecting to open another location because of that, with the possibility … The post With the loss of the Olympic swim trials reports say Omaha Sport Commission plans to bid for another sport appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska middle blocker named B1G Freshman of the Week https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-middle-blocker-named-b1g-freshman-of-the-week/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) -Nebraska middle blocker Bekka Allick was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Week on Monday. Allick averaged 2.50 kills per set and 1.33 blocks per set in Nebraska’s sweeps of No. 14 Penn State and Northwestern over the weekend. She also had a team-high .481 attacking percentage with 15 kills on … The post Nebraska middle blocker named B1G Freshman of the Week appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska traffic deaths up 23% for 2022 https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-traffic-deaths-up-23-for-2022/ OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – A new crash report shows an alarming trend on the roadways. The Nebraska Department of Transportation is reporting deadly crashes are up 23% across the state so far this year. In the first nine months of 2021, Nebraska had 159 fatalities. And in 2022 there were 206. Only 50 of the … The post Nebraska traffic deaths up 23% for 2022 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NU Regents race is spiced by charge that campaign is aimed at replacing top university leaders https://thesarpycounty.com/nu-regents-race-is-spiced-by-charge-that-campaign-is-aimed-at-replacing-top-university-leaders/ LINCOLN — A contentious race for a seat on the University of Nebraska Board of Regents is being marked by claims that the top issue is whether the NU leadership is “too liberal” and must be replaced. One candidate for the post, State Sen. Matt Williams of Gothenburg, said recent attacks against his campaign from … The post NU Regents race is spiced by charge that campaign is aimed at replacing top university leaders appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A necessary trade war, the Willie Horton two-step and other commentary https://thesarpycounty.com/a-necessary-trade-war-the-willie-horton-two-step-and-other-commentary/ From the left: A Necessary Trade War “We’re now engaged in a trade war with China,” notes The New York Times’ Paul Krugman, thanks to the “sweeping new controls” Team Biden just imposed “on exports of technology to China — controls meant to constrain other advanced countries as well as the United States,” aiming “to … The post A necessary trade war, the Willie Horton two-step and other commentary appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Gov. Newsom Blocks 74-Year-Old Woman’s Parole, Says She ‘Still Poses an Unreasonable Danger to Society’ https://thesarpycounty.com/gov-newsom-blocks-74-year-old-womans-parole-says-she-still-poses-an-unreasonable-danger-to-society/ Manson family member Patricia Krenwinkel has been denied parole, with Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom saying she “still poses an unreasonable danger to society.” Krenwinkel has spent about 53 years in prison, and in 2009 upon the death of Charles Manson follower Susan Atkins, she became the state’s longest-serving female inmate in California, People reported. … The post Gov. Newsom Blocks 74-Year-Old Woman’s Parole, Says She ‘Still Poses an Unreasonable Danger to Society’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

What to know before buying over-the-counter hearing aids https://thesarpycounty.com/what-to-know-before-buying-over-the-counter-hearing-aids/ (CNN) – Millions of Americans suffering from hearing loss can now get hearing aids online or in stores. A new rule from the FDA allowing the devices to be sold without a prescription goes into effect today, but experts say you need to keep some things in mind if buying a hearing aid over the … The post What to know before buying over-the-counter hearing aids appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Skutt Catholic High School students practice pioneer living https://thesarpycounty.com/skutt-catholic-high-school-students-practice-pioneer-living/ OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – Juniors at Skutt Catholic High School braced the chilly temperatures to live like pioneers for the day. It’s part of their joint American studies program. They reenacted a rendezvous from the early 1800′s. It’s where people come together to sell different items such as baked goods and clothing. Students also had … The post Skutt Catholic High School students practice pioneer living appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.