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Biden pitches to the middle class as Democrats fight for support in advance of midterms https://thesarpycounty.com/biden-pitches-to-the-middle-class-as-democrats-fight-for-support-in-advance-of-midterms/ PORTLAND, Ore. — President Joe Biden at a community center here Saturday promoted Democrats’ efforts to bring down health care costs, in a visit to a normally Democratic state, three weeks before midterm elections that will determine control of Congress for the next two years. Speaking on the first day of Medicare open enrollment, Biden … The post Biden pitches to the middle class as Democrats fight for support in advance of midterms appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man charged in unannounced Catholic Charities active shooter drill will need $30K in bond https://thesarpycounty.com/man-charged-in-unannounced-catholic-charities-active-shooter-drill-will-need-30k-in-bond/ OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — John Channels, the man who is accused of conducting an unannounced active shooter at Catholic Charities, was bound over to district court for trial on Monday. His bond is set at 10% of $300,000. In other words, he’ll need $30,000 to get out on bond before his trial. Channels is charged with five … The post Man charged in unannounced Catholic Charities active shooter drill will need $30K in bond appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Student loan forgiveness application website goes live https://thesarpycounty.com/student-loan-forgiveness-application-website-goes-live/ WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Monday officially kicked off the application process for his student debt cancellation program and announced that 8 million borrowers had already applied for loan relief during the federal government’s soft launch period over the weekend. He encouraged the tens of millions eligible for potential relief to visit studentaid.gov … The post Student loan forgiveness application website goes live appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Some Bennington residents concerned with school district’s $153M bond https://thesarpycounty.com/some-bennington-residents-concerned-with-school-districts-153m-bond/ BENNINGTON, Neb. (WOWT) – One of the state’s fastest-growing school districts says it needs to build another high school. But some Bennington taxpayers are asking the district to slow it down as they raise concerns about rising school debt. Bennington Administrators believe the growth is there and they need to build a new high school. … The post Some Bennington residents concerned with school district’s $153M bond appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Bacon and Vargas tackle national security, Social Security, abortion, taxes in second debate https://thesarpycounty.com/bacon-and-vargas-tackle-national-security-social-security-abortion-taxes-in-second-debate/ OMAHA — Questions about deterring nuclear war and cyber attacks on American businesses nearly sent the second and final debate between U.S. Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., and his Democratic opponent, State Sen. Tony Vargas in a new direction on Sunday. But the conflict between the candidates returned to the same key question: Do 2nd Congressional … The post Bacon and Vargas tackle national security, Social Security, abortion, taxes in second debate appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Jury begins deliberations in trial of Steele dossier source accused of lying to FBI https://thesarpycounty.com/jury-begins-deliberations-in-trial-of-steele-dossier-source-accused-of-lying-to-fbi/ The jury in the trial of Igor Danchenko, who is accused by special counsel John Durham of lying to FBI agents about the anti-Trump Steele dossier, began deliberations in a Virginia courthouse on Monday. During closing arguments, Durham slammed the FBI over its investigation of Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign. “Don’t feel bad for the FBI … The post Jury begins deliberations in trial of Steele dossier source accused of lying to FBI appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Biden, Colorado Democrats celebrate national monument designation at Camp Hale https://thesarpycounty.com/biden-colorado-democrats-celebrate-national-monument-designation-at-camp-hale/   The site of a World War II training camp nestled high in the Continental Divide is officially Colorado’s newest national monument and the first to be created under President Joe Biden’s administration. Flanked by Colorado’s top elected officials and veterans of the U.S. Army’s 10th Mountain Division, Biden signed a proclamation establishing the Camp … The post Biden, Colorado Democrats celebrate national monument designation at Camp Hale appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Eric Adams blames guns for historic rise in NYC subway murders — despite firearms playing small role https://thesarpycounty.com/eric-adams-blames-guns-for-historic-rise-in-nyc-subway-murders-a%c2%80%c2%94-despite-firearms-playing-small-role/   Mayor Eric Adams on Monday pointed the finger at gun violence for driving the surge in city subway homicides — despite firearms only being used in a fraction of underground murders during their historic rise in the past two years. “There are too many guns on our streets. Those guns that are on our … The post Eric Adams blames guns for historic rise in NYC subway murders — despite firearms playing small role appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Letters to the Editor — Oct. 18, 2022 https://thesarpycounty.com/letters-to-the-editor-a%c2%80%c2%94-oct-18-2022/ The Issue: Homeless camps that have exploded in DC and other Democratic cities over the past two years. Regretfully, our capital’s descent into an ever-expanding encampment for the homeless and drug-addled is emblematic of most Democrat-run cities (“Shame of a nation,” Oct. 16). From rampant crime to dysfunctional schools to garbage-laden streets to gutted law … The post Letters to the Editor — Oct. 18, 2022 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Fourth member of ‘Green Goblin’ crew surrenders in NYC subway beating: cops https://thesarpycounty.com/fourth-member-of-green-goblin-crew-surrenders-in-nyc-subway-beating-cops/ Another member of the “Green Goblin” crew that allegedly beat and robbed two teens on the subway has surrendered, police said Monday.  Dariana Peguero, 26, turned herself in to the Manhattan warrant squad Saturday and was charged with felony robbery before she was sprung on supervised release, NYPD Chief of Detectives James Essig said.  Peguero … The post Fourth member of ‘Green Goblin’ crew surrenders in NYC subway beating: cops appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man dead after being shoved in front of subway in Queens in yet another transit fatality https://thesarpycounty.com/man-dead-after-being-shoved-in-front-of-subway-in-queens-in-yet-another-transit-fatality/ A 48-year-old man was fatally shoved in front of an oncoming Queens subway train during Monday night’s rush hour after he accidentally bumped into another rider, cops and sources said. The senseless crime occurred after the suspect’s cellphone was knocked onto the tracks after the accidental contact at the Jackson Heights- Roosevelt Avenue 74th Street … The post Man dead after being shoved in front of subway in Queens in yet another transit fatality appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Missing Teen Found After High-Speed Crash, with a Gruesome Surprise Waiting in Trunk https://thesarpycounty.com/missing-teen-found-after-high-speed-crash-with-a-gruesome-surprise-waiting-in-trunk/   A Texas woman was found dead Friday in Nebraska after a vehicle crashed with her son at the wheel. The body of Michelle Roenz, 49, was in the trunk of a car driven by her son, 17-year-old Tyler Roenz, according to KOLN-TV in Lincoln. Both had been reported missing Thursday and were last seen in … The post Missing Teen Found After High-Speed Crash, with a Gruesome Surprise Waiting in Trunk appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Costs of incarceration rise as inflation squeezes inmates, families https://thesarpycounty.com/costs-of-incarceration-rise-as-inflation-squeezes-inmates-families/   Across the nation, prison commissaries are raising prices on items that many consider basic necessities — from deodorant to fresh fruit — that are not provided by the state department of corrections. The markups come as decades-high inflation is also squeezing inmates’ families, making it harder for them to help.  It’s a burden that … The post Costs of incarceration rise as inflation squeezes inmates, families appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

17 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Rhode Island https://thesarpycounty.com/17-top-rated-tourist-attractions-in-rhode-island/ For such a small state, “Little Rhody” is packed with some of New England’s most popular tourist attractions. Newport, America’s best-known playground for the super-rich in the halcyon days of the early 20th century, is the state’s major draw, with its fabled mansions built to rival (and often imitate) the grand palaces of European royalty. … The post 17 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Rhode Island appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Drought, dry conditions impacting Nebraskan ranchers, https://thesarpycounty.com/drought-dry-conditions-impacting-nebraskan-ranchers/ LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – A lack of rain, hot temperatures and other drought conditions show little improvement across Nebraska. Right now, 100% of the state is in at least abnormally dry condition. For one of the state’s top earners, agriculture, this drought spells economic issues and could create even bigger problems later on. The Chris … The post Drought, dry conditions impacting Nebraskan ranchers, appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Confessions of a ‘Murphy’s Law Child’ turned Omaha city councilman https://thesarpycounty.com/confessions-of-a-murphys-law-child-turned-omaha-city-councilman-2/   OMAHA — After two decades of navigating the ups and downs of public office, Franklin Thompson said it would have been easy to “quietly ride off into the sunset and celebrate my retirement years.” But the former four-term city councilman harkens to the lyrics of an old gospel tune in explaining why he didn’t … The post Confessions of a ‘Murphy’s Law Child’ turned Omaha city councilman appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Hearing aids now available over the counter https://thesarpycounty.com/hearing-aids-now-available-over-the-counter/ OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – You can now buy hearing aids over the counter for the first time in the U.S. No medical exams or prescriptions are needed. This comes after a recent rule change by the Food and Drug Administration aimed at making hearing aids more accessible to the general public. Laverne Carson of Bellevue … The post Hearing aids now available over the counter appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Southwest football team gives back with the help of CEDARS https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-southwest-football-team-gives-back-with-the-help-of-cedars/   LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) -While the Lincoln Southwest Silver Hawk football players aren’t in class during their fall break, they’re still traveling to work with some of Lincoln Public Schools smallest rising athletes. Fresh from their own morning practice, the football team headed to Randolph Elementary School. The boys on the team had worked with … The post Lincoln Southwest football team gives back with the help of CEDARS appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Bird flu resurgence isn’t just affecting farms and the Omaha Zoo, but also your pocket https://thesarpycounty.com/bird-flu-resurgence-isnt-just-affecting-farms-and-the-omaha-zoo-but-also-your-pocket/ OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium has had to close some of its exhibits due to the detection of avian flu in at least one of its birds. “Part of the difficulty with avian influenza (is) it affects the birds so fast you don’t have time to treat them or do anything about … The post Bird flu resurgence isn’t just affecting farms and the Omaha Zoo, but also your pocket appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ultimate Guide to The Best Bakeries In Omaha https://thesarpycounty.com/ultimate-guide-to-the-best-bakeries-in-omaha/ 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. Do you ever have one simple task on your to-do list, that before you know it turns into this mammoth undertaking?  A whole other “thing”?  That’s what happened to me … The post Ultimate Guide to The Best Bakeries In Omaha 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/   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 … The post Teen charged as adult for stabbing at Waverly park appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

11 Romantic Things to Do in San Diego for Couples https://thesarpycounty.com/11-romantic-things-to-do-in-san-diego-for-couples/ This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure page for full details. This article on romantic things to do in San Diego is a guest post by Mimi of The Atlas Heart. It’s always a struggle trying to come up with the perfect date idea for you and that special someone, we’ve all been … The post 11 Romantic Things to Do in San Diego for Couples appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Afghan veterans stop in Omaha, bring attention to Afghan Adjustment Act to state leaders https://thesarpycounty.com/afghan-veterans-stop-in-omaha-bring-attention-to-afghan-adjustment-act-to-state-leaders/ OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – Some veterans made a stop in Omaha Monday to draw attention to an effort to help Afghan refugees, who were evacuated a year ago. The senior advisor Matt Zeller for the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America said he and his group have been stopping at various state offices all across … The post Afghan veterans stop in Omaha, bring attention to Afghan Adjustment Act to state leaders appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Texas woman’s death being investigated as a murder https://thesarpycounty.com/texas-womans-death-being-investigated-as-a-murder/   GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) — The death of a woman whose body was found in the trunk of a car driven by her son is being investigated as a homicide. The body of 49-year-old Michelle Roenz was found in the car which crashed on Interstate 80 near Wood River. Her son, 17-year-old Tyler Roenz … The post Texas woman’s death being investigated as a murder appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Low temperatures hit Omaha, experts give furnace advice https://thesarpycounty.com/low-temperatures-hit-omaha-experts-give-furnace-advice/ With freezing temperatures creeping in before Halloween, it might be time to check the noise coming from the basement. “There’s no substitute for being safe,” said Fred Piccolo, owner of Paradise Heating and Cooling. He says the key to a warm home is a functioning furnace. “One of the biggest things is to keep the … The post Low temperatures hit Omaha, experts give furnace advice appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Closing of Omaha’s 42nd Street Bridge could be trouble for small businesses https://thesarpycounty.com/closing-of-omahas-42nd-street-bridge-could-be-trouble-for-small-businesses/   OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – Two family-owned businesses are hoping to survive a construction project that will shut down the 42nd Street bridge in Omaha. The bridge is more than 60 years old and covers C and D streets and runs over railroad tracks. It’s also in need of repair, but two businesses in the … The post Closing of Omaha’s 42nd Street Bridge could be trouble for small businesses appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha man facing terroristic threats charges appears in court https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-man-facing-terroristic-threats-charges-appears-in-court/   OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – An Omaha man that was arrested in August after allegedly causing panic in the city had a preliminary hearing Monday. John Channels allegedly caused a panic when he held active shooter training at Catholic Charities in May. His bond stays at $300,000. John Channels, 27.(PHOTO: WOWT) Channels will be tried … The post Omaha man facing terroristic threats charges appears in court appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

23 Best & Fun Things To Do On Catalina Island (California) https://thesarpycounty.com/23-best-fun-things-to-do-on-catalina-island-california/ Renowned as a “Hidden Paradise in Southern California”, Catalina Island is the epitome of fun and relaxation. Purchased in 1919 by William Wrigley Jr. (Chewing Gum Billionaire and former owner of the Chicago Cubs), the purpose of Santa Catalina Island was a means to create a unique travel destination for all. Carrying that legacy into … The post 23 Best & Fun Things To Do On Catalina Island (California) appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Confessions of a ‘Murphy’s Law Child’ turned Omaha city councilman https://thesarpycounty.com/confessions-of-a-murphys-law-child-turned-omaha-city-councilman/   After two decades of navigating the ups and downs of public office, Franklin Thompson said it would have been easy to “quietly ride off into the sunset and celebrate my retirement years.” But the former four-term city councilman harkens to the lyrics of an old gospel tune in explaining why he didn’t take that … The post Confessions of a ‘Murphy’s Law Child’ turned Omaha city councilman appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Five state senators call for investigation of Nebraska Department of Education https://thesarpycounty.com/five-state-senators-call-for-investigation-of-nebraska-department-of-education/   Three weeks before an election in which concerns about education could motivate Republican turnout, five conservative state senators called Monday for a legislative investigation into the Nebraska Department of Education. The senators said one of their staffers found a link in June to a New York University center for culturally responsive education on “Launch … The post Five state senators call for investigation of Nebraska Department of Education appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.