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Grand Island kidnapping case goes to trial court https://thesarpycounty.com/grand-island-kidnapping-case-goes-to-trial-court/ GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska (NSSC) – One of the suspects in the January kidnapping of three young children will now face these charges in trial court. On Tuesday, a district judge ruled that there was a probable cause and referred the case against 18-year-old Tate Wolfe of Kearny to Hall County District Court for a possible … The post Grand Island kidnapping case goes to trial court appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska health workers react to new COVID and flu test https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-health-workers-react-to-new-covid-and-flu-test/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – A new tool to fight COVID-19 and the flu has just received clearance from the Food and Drug Administration. Lucira Health’s test is the first home version to gain FDA approval. It has healthcare professionals excited about the possibilities, but understanding the test may have a drawback. “This is something people … The post Nebraska health workers react to new COVID and flu test appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Part of I Street in Omaha to close until November https://thesarpycounty.com/part-of-i-street-in-omaha-to-close-until-november/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska). Part of Omaha Street in the industrial area will be closed for most of the year. Omaha Public Works says I Street will be closed between South 108th and 102nd Streets starting Monday, March 6 at 9 a.m. The closure is in an industrial area, but it is well visited by the … The post Part of I Street in Omaha to close until November appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Travis Scott punches sound engineer at NYC club, causes $12,000 in damage: sources https://thesarpycounty.com/travis-scott-punches-sound-engineer-at-nyc-club-causes-12000-in-damage-sources/ Rapper Travis Scott punched a sound engineer in the face and damaged $12,000 worth of equipment at a club in Midtown early Wednesday morning, government and police sources said. The 31-year-old rapper, who was not arrested and remains at large, hit the 52-year-old man during an altercation at the Nebula Club on West 41st Street … The post Travis Scott punches sound engineer at NYC club, causes $12,000 in damage: sources appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LGBTQ+ advocacy at a crossroads in the Nebraska Legislature https://thesarpycounty.com/lgbtq-advocacy-at-a-crossroads-in-the-nebraska-legislature/ This story was originally published in the Nebraska Examiner. LINCOLN. The 2023 Nebraska Legislature is at a crossroads on LGBTQ Nebraskans with critical bills that could expand or limit protections. This session’s proposals include restrictions on which bathrooms transgender youth can use and which sports teams they can participate in. Other bills could expand non-discrimination … The post LGBTQ+ advocacy at a crossroads in the Nebraska Legislature appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture Hears Industry Complaints about Regulations and Insufficient Crop Insurance https://thesarpycounty.com/u-s-house-of-representatives-committee-on-agriculture-hears-industry-complaints-about-regulations-and-insufficient-crop-insurance/ WASHINGTON. On Tuesday, members of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee listened to agribusiness leaders speak out against federal regulations and lobbying for new markets and enhanced crop insurance programs at the first hearing of the new Congress. As the 2018 Farm Bill expires this fall, the legislators who will shape the next version of the … The post U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture Hears Industry Complaints about Regulations and Insufficient Crop Insurance appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Five ways to relieve long-term Covid shortness of breath at home – nearly half of patients affected https://thesarpycounty.com/five-ways-to-relieve-long-term-covid-shortness-of-breath-at-home-nearly-half-of-patients-affected/ While many people recover from COVID-19 in just a week or two, others take longer. Around two million people in the UK are believed to have long since contracted Covid, leaving them with symptoms that can last for weeks, months and even years. Although there is no cure, there are ways to relieve the symptoms. … The post Five ways to relieve long-term Covid shortness of breath at home – nearly half of patients affected appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A little snow arriving tomorrow could be a harbinger of things to come next week https://thesarpycounty.com/a-little-snow-arriving-tomorrow-could-be-a-harbinger-of-things-to-come-next-week/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – Although today starts with a lot of sunshine, the clouds will rapidly increase throughout the day. Meanwhile, winds will be northwesterly to more northerly. The combination of the extra clouds and northerly winds in the afternoon means that most of our warming will occur during the morning. Highs will range from … The post A little snow arriving tomorrow could be a harbinger of things to come next week appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln-Lancaster County COVID-19 Risk Indicator Remains Amber https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-lancaster-county-covid-19-risk-indicator-remains-amber-3/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Lincoln-Lancaster County Department of Health announced Tuesday that the COVID-19 risk scale will remain at the low amber level for a sixth week. The yellow position on the dial indicates that the risk of the virus spreading in the community is moderate. On the color-coded watch face, red represents the … The post Lincoln-Lancaster County COVID-19 Risk Indicator Remains Amber appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Increased cloudiness with cooler temperatures Wednesday; The cold front moves from Wednesday night to Thursday https://thesarpycounty.com/increased-cloudiness-with-cooler-temperatures-wednesday-the-cold-front-moves-from-wednesday-night-to-thursday/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) -SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. (KNEP)- After a nice day on Tuesday, conditions will change into Wednesday with cooler temperatures and more clouds, and a system moving through the area Wednesday night into Thursday. As our high pressure area moves south and east and the cold front knocks on our door, it will increase … The post Increased cloudiness with cooler temperatures Wednesday; The cold front moves from Wednesday night to Thursday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A Lincoln man involved in the standoff threatened a family who wanted him to move out, police said. https://thesarpycounty.com/a-lincoln-man-involved-in-the-standoff-threatened-a-family-who-wanted-him-to-move-out-police-said-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). Police released more details about what led to a man barricading himself in a southeast Lincoln home and threatening officers on Monday afternoon. Police said Steven Schiffermiller, 36, refused to leave a relative’s home north of 36th and Van Dorn streets. Family members told police that he threatened to use weapons and … The post A Lincoln man involved in the standoff threatened a family who wanted him to move out, police said. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Bobby Weir and the Wolf Brothers play Omaha on March 4th https://thesarpycounty.com/bobby-weir-and-the-wolf-brothers-play-omaha-on-march-4th/ Bobby Weir and the Wolf Bros featuring The Wolfpack March 4, 19:00 Orpheus Theater Tix $59.50 – $339.50 Bob Weir made a name for himself as rhythm guitarist/vocalist/songwriter for The Grateful Dead. Weir, along with childhood friend John Perry Barlow, wrote many of the Dead’s most iconic tunes: “Cassidy”, “Estimate Prophet”, “Let It Grow”. The … The post Bobby Weir and the Wolf Brothers play Omaha on March 4th appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The clouds return in the evening; Thursday Chance of Snow https://thesarpycounty.com/the-clouds-return-in-the-evening-thursday-chance-of-snow/ Even if we wake up to the sun on Wednesday morning, the sky will take on a different look by the end of the day. We are maintaining mostly sunny skies throughout the early afternoon in Lincoln, but skies will become mostly overcast during the evening commute. These clouds will be moving from west to … The post The clouds return in the evening; Thursday Chance of Snow appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LPS elementary school student who brought a loaded gun to school will not be prosecuted https://thesarpycounty.com/lps-elementary-school-student-who-brought-a-loaded-gun-to-school-will-not-be-prosecuted-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). A fifth grader who brought a loaded gun to Prescott Elementary School in Lincoln on Friday will not face criminal charges. That’s because he’s only 10 years old, and Nebraska law doesn’t allow anyone under the age of 12 to be charged with a crime. The Lincoln Police Department referred the boy … The post LPS elementary school student who brought a loaded gun to school will not be prosecuted appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

More than 100 people will lose their jobs due to the closure of the Nebraska Book Company https://thesarpycounty.com/more-than-100-people-will-lose-their-jobs-due-to-the-closure-of-the-nebraska-book-company/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — After providing educational materials to more than 2,000 university partners for over a century, the Lincoln-based Nebraska Book Company will cease operations on March 1. According to their website, NBC first started in 1915 and was the first to stock and distribute used textbooks in college bookstores to provide the academic … The post More than 100 people will lose their jobs due to the closure of the Nebraska Book Company appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

How to sleep: Fruit containing melatonin can increase sleep duration by ’84 minutes’ https://thesarpycounty.com/how-to-sleep-fruit-containing-melatonin-can-increase-sleep-duration-by-84-minutes/ Sleep often eludes us when we need it most, but there are simple ways to avoid insomnia. For example, dietary interventions are gaining more recognition for their role in combating poor sleep. According to several studies, certain fruit varieties can improve both the quality and duration of sleep due to their unmatched concentration of melatonin. … The post How to sleep: Fruit containing melatonin can increase sleep duration by ’84 minutes’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Blames Election Defeat for Racism and Gender https://thesarpycounty.com/chicago-mayor-lori-lightfoot-blames-election-defeat-for-racism-and-gender/ Democratic Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot blamed racism and her gender for her crushing defeat in her re-election bid as Chicagoans, wary of her watch’s rise in crime, celebrated her fall from “political rock star to rock bottom”. “I am a black woman in America. Of course, ”she answered the reporter’s question if she had been … The post Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Blames Election Defeat for Racism and Gender appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man dies in overnight crash in Kearney https://thesarpycounty.com/man-dies-in-overnight-crash-in-kearney/ KEARNEY, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A man from Kearny died in an accident early Tuesday morning. Kearny police, along with CHI Health Good Samaritan Emergency Hospital, responded to a one-car accident at North Railroad Avenue and B Avenue around 1:09 am. Preliminary investigation revealed that a white 2009 Toyota Corolla was traveling east on the Northern … The post Man dies in overnight crash in Kearney appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LGBTQ Advocacy at the Crossroads of the Nebraska Legislature https://thesarpycounty.com/lgbtq-advocacy-at-the-crossroads-of-the-nebraska-legislature/ LINCOLN. The 2023 Nebraska Legislature is at a crossroads on LGBTQ Nebraskans with critical bills that could expand or limit protections. This session’s proposals include restrictions on which bathrooms transgender youth can use and which sports teams they can participate in. Other bills could expand non-discrimination policies to include gender identity or sexual orientation, and … The post LGBTQ Advocacy at the Crossroads of the Nebraska Legislature appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The constitutional carry debate kicks off Wednesday at the Nebraska State Capitol https://thesarpycounty.com/the-constitutional-carry-debate-kicks-off-wednesday-at-the-nebraska-state-capitol/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — The constitutional carry debate is expected to begin this Wednesday at the Nebraska State Capitol and is expected to draw large crowds. Bill 77 would allow Nebraska citizens to carry a concealed handgun without a permit, while also removing other restrictions that opponents fear could put everyone at risk. Supporters have … The post The constitutional carry debate kicks off Wednesday at the Nebraska State Capitol appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Cancer-causing infection risk may be raised by two toothbrush habits, study warns https://thesarpycounty.com/cancer-causing-infection-risk-may-be-raised-by-two-toothbrush-habits-study-warns/ There are various ways in which poor oral health causes cancer, but the main reason is increased susceptibility to viruses that are associated with certain types of cancer. One such virus is papillomavirus, which is responsible for a large number of cancers that develop in the throat and mouth. Fortunately, various studies have identified which … The post Cancer-causing infection risk may be raised by two toothbrush habits, study warns appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Capital City Challenge combines two of Nebraska’s largest races https://thesarpycounty.com/capital-city-challenge-combines-two-of-nebraskas-largest-races-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Downtown Lincoln Association has announced the inaugural Capital City Challenge, an opportunity for runners to earn a special limited-edition medal and receive recognition for completing two of Nebraska’s largest running races. Runners participating in the Capital City Challenge will be required to complete the Lincoln Track Club Lincoln Marathon or … The post Capital City Challenge combines two of Nebraska’s largest races appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Capital City Challenge brings together two of Nebraska’s biggest races. https://thesarpycounty.com/the-capital-city-challenge-brings-together-two-of-nebraskas-biggest-races/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Lincoln Downtown Association has announced the first Capital City Challenge, which gives runners the opportunity to earn a special limited edition medal and be recognized for participating in two of Nebraska’s biggest cross country races. Runners participating in the Capital City Challenge will be required to complete the Lincoln Marathon … The post The Capital City Challenge brings together two of Nebraska’s biggest races. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Capital City Challenge combines two of Nebraska’s largest races https://thesarpycounty.com/capital-city-challenge-combines-two-of-nebraskas-largest-races/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Downtown Lincoln Association has announced the inaugural Capital City Challenge, an opportunity for runners to earn a special limited-edition medal and receive recognition for completing two of Nebraska’s largest running races. Runners participating in the Capital City Challenge will be required to complete the Lincoln Track Club Lincoln Marathon or … The post Capital City Challenge combines two of Nebraska’s largest races appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LPS elementary school student who brought a loaded gun to school will not be prosecuted https://thesarpycounty.com/lps-elementary-school-student-who-brought-a-loaded-gun-to-school-will-not-be-prosecuted/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). A fifth grader who brought a loaded gun to Prescott Elementary School in Lincoln on Friday will not face criminal charges. That’s because he’s only 10 years old, and Nebraska law doesn’t allow anyone under the age of 12 to be charged with a crime. The Lincoln Police Department referred the boy … The post LPS elementary school student who brought a loaded gun to school will not be prosecuted appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Trails advocates call for 2019 flood damage repair on Cowboy Trail https://thesarpycounty.com/trails-advocates-call-for-2019-flood-damage-repair-on-cowboy-trail/ LINCOLN. Jason Bass and his family enjoy relaxing on Nebraska’s Cowboy Trail, cycling through the Neli neighborhood, camping in a city park, and watching a movie in one of the state’s few drive-through movie theaters. But the 2019 “bomb cyclone” flood pushed the Elkhorn River out of its banks, scouring the limestone path in several … The post Trails advocates call for 2019 flood damage repair on Cowboy Trail appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LB 503 seeks to help add nurses to rural hospitals https://thesarpycounty.com/lb-503-seeks-to-help-add-nurses-to-rural-hospitals/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – It seems that no one is immune to shortcomings, and the same can be said of the nursing industry. In a 2020 report, the Nebraska Center for Nursing reported that it was short by more than 4,000 nurses, but two or three years later, they also said the state could be … The post LB 503 seeks to help add nurses to rural hospitals appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Forecast for Wednesday: Meteorological spring “marches” in… https://thesarpycounty.com/forecast-for-wednesday-meteorological-spring-marches-in/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – New month…and new season…begins on a quiet Wednesday…but “winter” quickly returns on Thursday… A weak front will continue to slide across Nebraska Tuesday evening… giving little chance for a few light showers or snow showers in some places… while most areas remain dry under clear or partly cloudy skies. Wednesday is … The post Forecast for Wednesday: Meteorological spring “marches” in… appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New study shows that just one night without sleep ages the brain for years https://thesarpycounty.com/new-study-shows-that-just-one-night-without-sleep-ages-the-brain-for-years/ Sleep problems are a common problem for Britons, with about a third of adults suffering from sleep problems at least once in their lives. As a result of sleep deprivation, we can have difficulty with daily activities and feel exhausted. However, this could have an even more serious impact – on our brain. A new … The post New study shows that just one night without sleep ages the brain for years appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Grand Island Area Coalition on Trafficking to Provide Information on Green Dot Program https://thesarpycounty.com/grand-island-area-coalition-on-trafficking-to-provide-information-on-green-dot-program/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Grand Island Area Coalition on Trafficking will present information on the Green Dot program at their next general assembly. Representatives will talk about the program and let you know how/where to train. The Grand Island Area Coalition on Trafficking (GIACT), a group of concerned individuals, faith-based organizations, non-profits, healthcare … The post Grand Island Area Coalition on Trafficking to Provide Information on Green Dot Program appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.