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Nebraska receives more funding for heating assistance https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-receives-more-funding-for-heating-assistance/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) — The Biden administration is adding more money to the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and Nebraska is getting an additional $4.9 million as a result. Data from the US Department of Health and Human Services shows that another $560 million will be added to the program. With an additional $4,907,908 … The post Nebraska receives more funding for heating assistance appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Cavanaugh to retire on unicameral Nebraska filibuster https://thesarpycounty.com/cavanaugh-to-retire-on-unicameral-nebraska-filibuster/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska)-State Senator Machaela Cavanaugh is taking a break from stonewalling her. The Omaha lawmaker briefed the legislature on Thursday that it had struck a deal with state Senator John Arch of La Vista, who also serves as the speaker of the House. “This will be the only time I speak today and when … The post Cavanaugh to retire on unicameral Nebraska filibuster appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Kavanaugh to give up unicameral pirate in Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/kavanaugh-to-give-up-unicameral-pirate-in-nebraska-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — State Senator Machaela Cavanaugh takes a break from her filibuster. The Omaha legislator informed the Legislature Thursday that she had reached an agreement with State Senator John Arch of La Vista, who is also the Speaker of the Legislature. “This will be the only time I’m performing today and when I’m … The post Kavanaugh to give up unicameral pirate in Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Artificial sweetener may ease symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis – new study https://thesarpycounty.com/artificial-sweetener-may-ease-symptoms-of-rheumatoid-arthritis-new-study/ New research shows that sucralose, the basis of artificial sweeteners, prevents cells from attacking healthy body tissues. Senior author, Professor Karen Woosden of the Francis Crick Institute in London, commented on the study’s rationale. “We hope to piece together the bigger picture of the impact of diet on health and disease,” said Professor Woosden. A … The post Artificial sweetener may ease symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis – new study appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A 9-year-old Las Vegas boy was killed by a stray bullet while watching SpongeBob. https://thesarpycounty.com/a-9-year-old-las-vegas-boy-was-killed-by-a-stray-bullet-while-watching-spongebob/ Two young brothers were wounded – one fatally – by a stray bullet that went through a wall and into their family’s Las Vegas apartment while watching “SpongeBob SquarePants” last week. Sir Armani Clarke, 9, was sitting on the couch watching a children’s cartoon with his brother Honor Tate, 6, when a bullet hit a … The post A 9-year-old Las Vegas boy was killed by a stray bullet while watching SpongeBob. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Governor’s income tax package advances from the Revenue Committee https://thesarpycounty.com/governors-income-tax-package-advances-from-the-revenue-committee/ LINCOLN. On Thursday, a legislative committee introduced a sweeping bill to cut income taxes amid questions about whether the state can afford it. In a 7-1 vote, the Legislative Assembly’s Committee on Revenue took Governor Jim Pillen’s Major Bill 754 out of committee and tabled it in the full 49-member Unicameral Council. State Senator John … The post Governor’s income tax package advances from the Revenue Committee appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Recall Notice: Coolers, electric blankets, bottle and pacifier accessories https://thesarpycounty.com/recall-notice-coolers-electric-blankets-bottle-and-pacifier-accessories/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Yeti is recalling more than 1.9 million of its soft coolers and gearboxes. Magnet coated closures can fail and cause the magnets to detach, which could result in serious injury or death if swallowed. When two or more high-powered magnets are ingested, the ingested magnets can attract each other or another … The post Recall Notice: Coolers, electric blankets, bottle and pacifier accessories appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

More heating assistance funds coming to Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/more-heating-assistance-funds-coming-to-nebraska/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) — The Biden administration is adding more money to the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and Nebraska is receiving an additional $4.9 million as a result. Data from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services indicates an additional $560 million will be added to the program. With the additional … The post More heating assistance funds coming to Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Scaled operations planned for the near future https://thesarpycounty.com/scaled-operations-planned-for-the-near-future/ Finally, North Fork Area Transit (NFAT) is tentatively set to resume limited bus service on Monday, April 3. According to an NFAT news release issued Wednesday, the state’s mobility management team has been working onsite with board members to make preparations for services resumed, as well as working with donors to secure funds so providers … The post Scaled operations planned for the near future appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Kavanaugh to give up unicameral pirate in Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/kavanaugh-to-give-up-unicameral-pirate-in-nebraska/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — State Senator Machaela Cavanaugh takes a break from her filibuster. The Omaha legislator informed the Legislature Thursday that she had reached an agreement with State Senator John Arch of La Vista, who is also the Speaker of the Legislature. “This will be the only time I’m performing today and when I’m … The post Kavanaugh to give up unicameral pirate in Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The United States flag of honor arrives in central Nebraska to honor the Aurora couple https://thesarpycounty.com/the-united-states-flag-of-honor-arrives-in-central-nebraska-to-honor-the-aurora-couple/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — The U.S. flag of honor arrived in Aurora Wednesday night to honor Bob and Loveda Proctor, ahead of their funerals. The Proctors have been married for nearly 70 years and Bob was a US Navy Veteran who fought in the Vietnam War. They were found dead on a county road … The post The United States flag of honor arrives in central Nebraska to honor the Aurora couple appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Mayor Jean Stothert selects new Omaha Fire Chief https://thesarpycounty.com/mayor-jean-stothert-selects-new-omaha-fire-chief/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Mayor Gene Stothert chose a new Omaha fire chief Thursday. Kathy Bossman was chosen as the next Omaha Fire Chief. She will be the first woman to serve as fire chief and will succeed fire chief Dan Olsen, who will retire this month. “This position requires excellent work experience, financial and … The post Mayor Jean Stothert selects new Omaha Fire Chief appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Douglas County COVID-19 Dashboard Data to Continue https://thesarpycounty.com/douglas-county-covid-19-dashboard-data-to-continue/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Douglas County Department of Health is not going anywhere anytime soon. The Douglas County Department of Health said Wednesday that while the county’s official COVID-19 emergency will soon expire, officials will continue to release data on their online dashboard. County health officials reached out to the Board of Health on … The post Douglas County COVID-19 Dashboard Data to Continue appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Children’s Zoo https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-childrens-zoo/ Zoo summer camp Summer Safari is back at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo! Campers will have the opportunity to go behind the scenes, talk to zoo professionals, and meet some of their favorite animal friends. Every day is a new adventure that offers a unique and immersive experience to connect campers with wildlife and nature that … The post Lincoln Children’s Zoo appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission meeting was canceled due to bad weather https://thesarpycounty.com/the-nebraska-racing-and-gaming-commission-meeting-was-canceled-due-to-bad-weather/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – The meeting where additional dates for the Fonner Park racing season were to be approved has been cancelled. But that agenda item and others will be moved to another meeting. The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission was scheduled to meet on Friday at Fonner Park on Grand Island. But the … The post The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission meeting was canceled due to bad weather appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

What led to the sudden demise of Hollywood icon Richard Boone? https://thesarpycounty.com/what-led-to-the-sudden-demise-of-hollywood-icon-richard-boone/ Born June 18, 1917 in Los Angeles, California, Boone grew up amidst the glitz and glam of Hollywood. However, during his formative years, the young man attended California’s Chouinard Art Institute in hopes of becoming an artist. The aspiring artist gave up his passion at the start of World War II to join the Navy. … The post What led to the sudden demise of Hollywood icon Richard Boone? appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

HGO annual expo to incorporate RVs, golf carts at next event https://thesarpycounty.com/hgo-annual-expo-to-incorporate-rvs-golf-carts-at-next-event/ The Chuck M. Pohlman Agriculture Complex at Northeast Community College will host the annual Home, Garden and Outdoor (HGO) Expo beginning Friday, March 17 and ending Sunday, March 19. The Norfolk Area Home Builders – organizers of the event – are expected to present new activities and workshops this coming weekend. Angi Kruse, who has … The post HGO annual expo to incorporate RVs, golf carts at next event appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska State Senator Merv Ripe proposes less stringent 12-week abortion ban https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-senator-merv-ripe-proposes-less-stringent-12-week-abortion-ban-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska Examiner). Pathway to pass Nebraska’s proposed abortion ban after an ultrasound detects heart activity stumbled across a roadblock the size of Ralston on Wednesday. State Senator Ralston Merve Ripe, a former hospital administrator who supported previous efforts to curb abortion, has proposed an amendment to Legislative Bill 626 to make abortions illegal … The post Nebraska State Senator Merv Ripe proposes less stringent 12-week abortion ban appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska State Senator Merv Riepe Proposes Relaxed 12-Week Abortion Ban https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-senator-merv-riepe-proposes-relaxed-12-week-abortion-ban/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska Examiner) – The road to passing a proposed abortion ban in Nebraska after an ultrasound detects heart activity ran into a roadblock the size of Ralston on Wednesday. Ralston State Senator Merve Riepe, a former hospital administrator who has supported previous efforts to limit abortion, has proposed changing the restriction in Legislative … The post Nebraska State Senator Merv Riepe Proposes Relaxed 12-Week Abortion Ban appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Council of Cornhuskers/Boy Scouts of America https://thesarpycounty.com/council-of-cornhuskers-boy-scouts-of-america/ BSA Scouts Resident Camp: A seven-day, six-night long-term camping experience, it’s one of the big highlights for boys and girls in Scouting. Traditionally considered one of the cornerstones of the Scout program, summer camp is the culmination of the Troop’s annual program. Camp Cornhusker continues the legacy and builds on the traditions of over fifty … The post Council of Cornhuskers/Boy Scouts of America appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Norfolk Senior Center looking for help https://thesarpycounty.com/norfolk-senior-center-looking-for-help/ Norfolk Senior Center needs your help. Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the center has striven to maintain the level of services historically provided to the senior community in Norfolk. Senior Center Director Cheryl Gesell said that while the past few years have been tough for the center, they have never shut down. “COVID … The post Norfolk Senior Center looking for help appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Police search for Kearney’s missing man after he fails to show up for work https://thesarpycounty.com/police-search-for-kearneys-missing-man-after-he-fails-to-show-up-for-work-2/ KEARNEY, Neb. (Nebraska)-Authorities are trying to locate a missing Kearney after he fails to show up for work one day. On March 4, family members of 56-year-old Patrick Weber filed a missing person report with the Council Bluffs Police Department when Weber failed to return to Kearney and go to work. Officers said Weber traveled … The post Police search for Kearney’s missing man after he fails to show up for work appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lack of sleep may increase risk of clogged arteries by 74% – new study https://thesarpycounty.com/lack-of-sleep-may-increase-risk-of-clogged-arteries-by-74-new-study/ Sleeping less than five hours a night is associated with a 74 percent increased risk of PAD compared with eight hours of sleep a night. Study author Dr. Shuai Yuan from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, commented on the study. “Our study shows that seven to eight hours of sleep per night is a … The post Lack of sleep may increase risk of clogged arteries by 74% – new study appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska senator agrees to end filibuster that strained 2023 session https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-senator-agrees-to-end-filibuster-that-strained-2023-session/ Courtesy: Nebraska Legislature LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh has agreed to end her 3-week filibuster, for now. The announcement came Thursday morning after a particularly controversial day at the Capitol. Cavanaugh compared proposals that would impact transgender youth to genocide. Both LB574 and LB575 led to his stonewalling in the first place. He … The post Nebraska senator agrees to end filibuster that strained 2023 session appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The short-lived winter weather system brings some travel headaches today https://thesarpycounty.com/the-short-lived-winter-weather-system-brings-some-travel-headaches-today/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – First, a cold front passes through the area overnight and has been exiting the southeastern part of the area since mid-morning Thursday. Behind the cold front, winds are strong from the northwest, increasing in the afternoon. Expect sustained winds of 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Temperatures … The post The short-lived winter weather system brings some travel headaches today appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Legacy nitrogen contributes to the nitrate problem in Nebraska’s groundwater https://thesarpycounty.com/legacy-nitrogen-contributes-to-the-nitrate-problem-in-nebraskas-groundwater/ Despite efforts by farmers and government agencies to better manage nitrogen use in crops, the level of nitrate leaching into soil and eventually groundwater remains a problem in Nebraska. Two of the speakers at Tuesday’s nitrate forum in Norfolk agreed that one of the culprits is the slow release of nitrogen that has built up … The post Legacy nitrogen contributes to the nitrate problem in Nebraska’s groundwater appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Juniat man crashed into train and hospitalized with minor injuries https://thesarpycounty.com/juniat-man-crashed-into-train-and-hospitalized-with-minor-injuries/ JUNIATA, Nebraska (Nebraska). The driver who collided with the train on Wednesday east of Juniata is expected to recover. The Adams County Sheriff’s Office said it received a report at 2:38 p.m. of a vehicle colliding with a train. As soon as the crews arrived on the scene, they quickly took over the driver, who … The post Juniat man crashed into train and hospitalized with minor injuries appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Creepy video shows the moment a NYC shooter shot and killed a teenager in broad daylight https://thesarpycounty.com/creepy-video-shows-the-moment-a-nyc-shooter-shot-and-killed-a-teenager-in-broad-daylight/ The chilling video captures the moment an armed man opened fire in broad daylight, fatally wounding a 17-year-old boy who was officially identified by police early Thursday morning. The video shows an assailant walking out of a grocery store on Saratoga Avenue in Brownsville on Wednesday, pulling his weapon from his belt and firing a … The post Creepy video shows the moment a NYC shooter shot and killed a teenager in broad daylight appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Senator from Omaha County proposes to ban abortion for 12 weeks https://thesarpycounty.com/senator-from-omaha-county-proposes-to-ban-abortion-for-12-weeks/ This story was originally published in the Nebraska Examiner. LINCOLN. The path to Nebraska’s proposed abortion ban after an ultrasound detects heart activity ran into a Ralston-sized checkpoint on Wednesday. Senator Merv Ripe of Ralston, a former hospital administrator who supported previous efforts to curb abortion, has proposed amending Bill 626 to make abortion illegal … The post Senator from Omaha County proposes to ban abortion for 12 weeks appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Cold, wind, rain and snow coming Thursday https://thesarpycounty.com/cold-wind-rain-and-snow-coming-thursday/ Lincoln saw its first 70th on Wednesday. However, Thursday will be in stark contrast to the warm spring day we experienced not too long ago. A strong cold front is underway Thursday morning that will bring major changes to the weather across the state. PRECIPITATION POTENTIAL Winter storm warnings are in effect for portions of … The post Cold, wind, rain and snow coming Thursday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.