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Baseball Husker upsets Vanderbilt in game one of the Cambria College Classic https://thesarpycounty.com/baseball-husker-upsets-vanderbilt-in-game-one-of-the-cambria-college-classic/ Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Nebraska secured its first top-10 win in four years after beating No. 7 Vanderbilt on Friday. Nebraska beat Vanderbilt 5–3 in game one of the Cambria College Classic at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. THE WINNERS WIN. pic.twitter.com/OQRP0UOZp4 — Nebraska Baseball (@Husker_Baseball) March 3, 2023 The Huskers … The post Baseball Husker upsets Vanderbilt in game one of the Cambria College Classic appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A Nebraska company buys the Conestoga Mall https://thesarpycounty.com/a-nebraska-company-buys-the-conestoga-mall/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – The deal is done. Elkhorn’s Woodsonia Real Estate closed on a deal to purchase the Conestoga Mall in northern Grand Island on Friday, according to Hall County regional planning director Chab Nabity. Woodsonia bought the mall from New York’s Namdar Realty Group, former owners of Imperial Mall in Hastings. The … The post A Nebraska company buys the Conestoga Mall appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Unique set developed for the latest stage production https://thesarpycounty.com/unique-set-developed-for-the-latest-stage-production/ The actors in Northeast Community College-Norfolk Community Theater’s latest production won’t have to look far if they get lost: a map is literally at their feet. For the latest production, “Leaving Iowa,” Chet Harper, production designer, and Lonn Atwood, production designer, created a multidimensional set that includes a car that the actors can sit in … The post Unique set developed for the latest stage production appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Make It a Seasonal Habit’: Nebraska Public Blood Bank Asks for Donors https://thesarpycounty.com/make-it-a-seasonal-habit-nebraska-public-blood-bank-asks-for-donors/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Nebraska Public Blood Bank needs about 4,000 donors per month, the equivalent of 1,000 donors per week. In February, there were few of them, only 3,000 donors. Kari Lundin, a community outreach manager at the NCBB, said blood donors are always needed. She stressed the importance of donating blood as … The post ‘Make It a Seasonal Habit’: Nebraska Public Blood Bank Asks for Donors appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Concealed Carry Prohibition Bill Passes in First Ballot in Nebraska Legislature https://thesarpycounty.com/concealed-carry-prohibition-bill-passes-in-first-ballot-in-nebraska-legislature/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — State Senators moved the Nebraska state bill Friday morning to ban concealed carry. LB77, with an amendment adding new criminal penalties that changed the position of the Omaha police union from “no” to “neutral”, passed the first vote in the general case 36-12. Omaha State Senators Mike McDonnell, Terrell McKinney, as … The post Concealed Carry Prohibition Bill Passes in First Ballot in Nebraska Legislature appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The judge shoots back after Murdo maintains his innocence and then gives him the bad news https://thesarpycounty.com/the-judge-shoots-back-after-murdo-maintains-his-innocence-and-then-gives-him-the-bad-news/ In the culmination of the fall of a once famous lawyer, Alex Murdo was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Friday after convicted of murder his wife and son. Judge Clifton Newman asked Murdo if he had anything he wanted to say before sentencing him to two consecutive life terms, and a South … The post The judge shoots back after Murdo maintains his innocence and then gives him the bad news appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Bubba solved the case’: dog Murdo now lives with a witness in court https://thesarpycounty.com/bubba-solved-the-case-dog-murdo-now-lives-with-a-witness-in-court/ This is a new twist on the old axiom: a dog is prosecutorial best friend. Bubba, an exuberant yellow Labrador Retriever, was not among more than 75 witnesses and nearly 800 pieces of evidence in a six-week trial in the murder of disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdo. But the presence of a dog at … The post ‘Bubba solved the case’: dog Murdo now lives with a witness in court appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Senator Seeks More Experience and Accountability at State Parole Board https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-senator-seeks-more-experience-and-accountability-at-state-parole-board/ This story was originally published in the Nebraska Examiner. LINCOLN. State Senator Terrell McKinney called on Thursday for the Nebraska Parole Board to update its membership to include a board member who previously served time in prison and one who has successfully returned to the community through “restorative justice.” The Omaha senator also said it … The post Omaha Senator Seeks More Experience and Accountability at State Parole Board appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Gun rights advocates flex their muscles, advance constitutional gun-carrying bill https://thesarpycounty.com/gun-rights-advocates-flex-their-muscles-advance-constitutional-gun-carrying-bill/ LINCOLN. On Friday, gun rights advocates flexed their legislative muscles when a law to “unauthorized” concealed carry guns, which had not been passed in previous years, gained approval in the first round. Bill 77, which would allow people to carry concealed weapons without government permission or taking a gun safety course, broke the filibuster and … The post Gun rights advocates flex their muscles, advance constitutional gun-carrying bill appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The college holds a ceremony for veterinary technology students https://thesarpycounty.com/the-college-holds-a-ceremony-for-veterinary-technology-students/ Students enrolled in Northeast Community College’s veterinary technology program received their white coats and pins at a special ceremony recently in Norfolk. Members of the Class of 2023 received their veterinary technician pins and members of the Class of 2024 received a monogrammed white coat to mark their formal acceptance into the program. The ceremony … The post The college holds a ceremony for veterinary technology students appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New weapon in the fight against cervical cancer https://thesarpycounty.com/new-weapon-in-the-fight-against-cervical-cancer/ A study has shown that a vaccine that targets cervical cancer tumors could be a crucial tool in the fight against this disease. The intravenous dose is designed to train the immune system to recognize and attack tumor cells. More effective treatments are still needed for cervical cancer, despite vaccination against the human papillomavirus (HPV) … The post New weapon in the fight against cervical cancer appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Driver seriously injured in rollover crash in northwest Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/driver-seriously-injured-in-rollover-crash-in-northwest-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). A 24-year-old man is fighting for his life after a rollover crash in northwest Lincoln Thursday night. The accident happened right outside the fire station on Northwest 1st Street in Highland just before 6:00 pm. The LPD said the driver hit the median, causing his red Ford truck to roll over, scattering … The post Driver seriously injured in rollover crash in northwest Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Former Omaha Correctional Officer Arrested on Suspicion of Links to Convicted Killer https://thesarpycounty.com/former-omaha-correctional-officer-arrested-on-suspicion-of-links-to-convicted-killer/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A former Omaha Correctional Center employee has been accused of having a relationship with an inmate and arrested after recently giving birth. According to court documents, an arrest warrant was issued Thursday for 31-year-old Samata Zedillo of Council Bluffs, Iowa. She was a former program coordinator at the Omaha Correctional Center. … The post Former Omaha Correctional Officer Arrested on Suspicion of Links to Convicted Killer appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Buttigieg’s ‘buddy’ arrested: Gay mayor arrested on 56 charges of possession of child pornography https://thesarpycounty.com/buttigiegs-buddy-arrested-gay-mayor-arrested-on-56-charges-of-possession-of-child-pornography/ proud gay The mayor of College Park, Maryland, was arrested on 56 charges related to child pornography. Patrick Wojan, 47, once bragged about his mentor-mentee relationship with Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, who is also gay and was the mayor of South Bend, Indiana. “I actually met Mayor Pete Buttigieg shortly after I was elected mayor … The post Buttigieg’s ‘buddy’ arrested: Gay mayor arrested on 56 charges of possession of child pornography appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

March 2023 release https://thesarpycounty.com/march-2023-release/ The March 2023 edition of Reader’s is now available on the streets as well as online at ISSUU.com. This issue’s cover features our latest news, climate change and its impact on Omaha. “Bye, birds?” explores how habitat loss affects the world-famous sandhill crane migration, as well as hundreds of other bird species that live in … The post March 2023 release appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The hidden bill advances to the next round in the Nebraska legislature https://thesarpycounty.com/the-hidden-bill-advances-to-the-next-round-in-the-nebraska-legislature/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — After three days of debate, state senators passed the covert transfer without leave bill in the next round. On Friday, state senators voted to take the bill 36 to 12. Legislative Bill 77, introduced by Sen. Tom Brewer, would allow Nebraska citizens to carry a concealed handgun without a permit, while … The post The hidden bill advances to the next round in the Nebraska legislature appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Inmate flees courthouse after bail is revoked https://thesarpycounty.com/inmate-flees-courthouse-after-bail-is-revoked/ MADISON – An inmate briefly escaped custody on Friday following a hearing in district court in which his bail was revoked. Rashid Perry, 23, had appeared for a preliminary hearing on charges of second-degree third-degree domestic assault, a felony. Madison County Deputy Attorney Matthew Kiernan told District Judge Mark Johnson that Perry had tested positive … The post Inmate flees courthouse after bail is revoked appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

California GOP Mayor Nearly Eliminates Homelessness After Making 1 Minor Change https://thesarpycounty.com/california-gop-mayor-nearly-eliminates-homelessness-after-making-1-minor-change/ If you don’t let them build it, they won’t come. At least that’s the Coronado experience CaliforniaMayor Richard Bailey. The Republican boasts the lowest number of homeless people in a state known for its severe homelessness problem. How did he do it? He said that he did not allow the homeless to build camps. Fox … The post California GOP Mayor Nearly Eliminates Homelessness After Making 1 Minor Change appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Dr. Mosley warns that dental hygiene can cause blood clots – “Top Tips” for Clean Teeth https://thesarpycounty.com/dr-mosley-warns-that-dental-hygiene-can-cause-blood-clots-top-tips-for-clean-teeth/ Blood clots are not black and white. Jelly-like clots can be helpful and help stop bleeding. However, harmful blood clots that form in veins and arteries without good reason can increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes. According to Dr. Michael Mosley, oral health can determine the risk of blood clots. You might think … The post Dr. Mosley warns that dental hygiene can cause blood clots – “Top Tips” for Clean Teeth appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska lawmaker proposes expanding NEST 529 plans to K-12 private education https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-lawmaker-proposes-expanding-nest-529-plans-to-k-12-private-education-2/ This story was originally published in the Nebraska Examiner. LINCOLN. State Senator Suzanne Geist of Lincoln said she realized last year that she couldn’t use the education savings plan to pay for her grandchildren’s private K-12 schooling. In 2018, Congress approved an expansion of NEST 529 plans under the College Savings Plans Program, but Nebraska … The post Nebraska lawmaker proposes expanding NEST 529 plans to K-12 private education appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man arrested on drunk driving charges after chase west of Lincoln, sheriff’s office says https://thesarpycounty.com/man-arrested-on-drunk-driving-charges-after-chase-west-of-lincoln-sheriffs-office-says/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A man was charged with drunk driving during a chase in northwestern Lancaster County on Friday, the sheriff’s office said. Shortly after midnight, a cop tried to stop a Dodge Dart for fake license plates, but the driver, a 24-year-old Lincoln, refused to stop. After a chase, the man eventually stopped … The post Man arrested on drunk driving charges after chase west of Lincoln, sheriff’s office says appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The “Crusaders” raise money for Hope Fund https://thesarpycounty.com/the-crusaders-raise-money-for-hope-fund/ After being diagnosed with breast cancer last fall, Norfolk’s Charlotte Easland decided to bring “something good” out of her situation. So she decided to raise $10,000 for the Carson Cancer Center, more specifically, the center’s Hope Fund, which supports people who have cancer. The fund, Easland said, provides a variety of items for patients, including … The post The “Crusaders” raise money for Hope Fund appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Look at Murdo’s face when he was found guilty of killing his wife and son: “No one in society is above the law” https://thesarpycounty.com/look-at-murdos-face-when-he-was-found-guilty-of-killing-his-wife-and-son-no-one-in-society-is-above-the-law/ South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdo was found guilty of killing his wife and son in 2021. Murdo, 54, looked unfazed as the verdict was read. He was found guilty of two counts of murder and two counts of possession of a weapon while committing a violent crime. The jury spent three hours deliberating after the … The post Look at Murdo’s face when he was found guilty of killing his wife and son: “No one in society is above the law” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man accidentally hits New York hanger with piece of metal https://thesarpycounty.com/man-accidentally-hits-new-york-hanger-with-piece-of-metal/ Authorities said this week a frustrated assailant accidentally hit a hanger with a piece of metal at a Lower Manhattan subway station. The 52-year-old victim was on the landing of the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall station around 6:20 am Wednesday when a stranger approached him and hit him on the head with a metal plate, police … The post Man accidentally hits New York hanger with piece of metal appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Editing room as of March 2023 https://thesarpycounty.com/editing-room-as-of-march-2023/ The other day I got excited about the fact that they restrict parking near the house where I live to only one side of the street. It didn’t make me feel as old as the fact that Omaha Film Festival has been going on for 18 years. Think of every sound of cosmic horror, my … The post Editing room as of March 2023 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Threats from active shooters lead to Hastings High being locked down https://thesarpycounty.com/threats-from-active-shooters-lead-to-hastings-high-being-locked-down/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – The call came in at around 8:45am with the person on the line claiming to be a teacher within the school reporting a shooter. Hasting Police said the shipment was suspicious as the call did not go through the emergency line and the teacher’s name and room number they provided did … The post Threats from active shooters lead to Hastings High being locked down appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man so ill he can’t cut his own food, said he’s fit for the job https://thesarpycounty.com/man-so-ill-he-cant-cut-his-own-food-said-hes-fit-for-the-job/ The man, who is so ill he can’t even cut his own food, has been told by the Department of Labor and Pensions that he is fit for work. Philip Lowney’s life was turned upside down when he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis nearly seven years ago. A 32-year-old man described how the cost of … The post Man so ill he can’t cut his own food, said he’s fit for the job appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man shot in the face during an apparent robbery at a gas station in New York https://thesarpycounty.com/man-shot-in-the-face-during-an-apparent-robbery-at-a-gas-station-in-new-york/ The man was filling up with gas when he was shot in the face during an apparent robbery attempt in the Bronx early Friday morning, police said. The 51-year-old victim was filling her car at a Gulf gas station on Webster Avenue near East 175th Street in Tremont around 00:45 a.m. when a suspect approached … The post Man shot in the face during an apparent robbery at a gas station in New York appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Littlest Man Band at the Benson Theater March 8 https://thesarpycounty.com/littlest-man-band-at-the-benson-theater-march-8/ Littlest Man with Wicked Bears and Loser Wednesday, March 8, screening at 19:00. Benson Theater 6054 Maple St General admission $20.00 The Littlest Man Band was founded by Scott Klopfenstein of Orange County, California. Scott was a longtime member of the popular ska-punk band Reel Big Fish. Scott wrote several songs over the years that … The post Littlest Man Band at the Benson Theater March 8 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Warm up in time for the weekend https://thesarpycounty.com/warm-up-in-time-for-the-weekend/ Temperatures will warm up again after the brief cooling we experienced on Thursday. Friday morning we will wake up with mostly sunny skies, which will remain throughout the day. High temperatures will be in the mid 50’s throughout the area. The clouds will return late Friday night with some higher level energy passing through. This … The post Warm up in time for the weekend appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.