Craig Huff

Nebraska students urge officials to address climate crisis https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-students-urge-officials-to-address-climate-crisis/ Youth in the Omaha area are taking a stand against climate change, calling for action from local leaders and businesses. Despite the growing effects of climate change, some members of the younger generation feel that elected officials are not taking the issue seriously. “The scariest thing for me is just the idea that whatever I … The post Nebraska students urge officials to address climate crisis appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Letters to the Editor showcase exodus from New York https://thesarpycounty.com/letters-to-the-editor-showcase-exodus-from-new-york/ A new Siena poll has shown that 27% of New Yorkers plan to leave the state within the next five years. The reasons behind the exit from New York are varied and ultimately reflective of the state’s various issues: high taxes, dirty streets, a dysfunctional educational system, and polarizing politics. The failed policies of liberal … The post Letters to the Editor showcase exodus from New York appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Warm and Breezy Friday: Thunderstorm Risk https://thesarpycounty.com/warm-and-breezy-friday-thunderstorm-risk/ Residents of Nebraska can expect a change in weather conditions on Friday as a cold front moves in, bringing with it a chance of rain and storms, which could turn severe in some areas. Breezy conditions will remain with temperatures across the state ranging from the 40s to the mid-80s. The cold front will initiate … The post Warm and Breezy Friday: Thunderstorm Risk appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Softball vote cast remotely https://thesarpycounty.com/softball-vote-cast-remotely/ Northeast Community College’s Board of Governors has approved a collaboration with the City of Norfolk and Norfolk Public Schools for improvements to a shared softball facility. The approvals come after Norfolk Public Schools approved the partnership, asking members to pay one-third of the cost for improvements to the Ta-Ha-Zouka Park’s softball facilities, not to exceed … The post Softball vote cast remotely appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Hy-Vee Employee Arrested for Felony Charges After Foot Chase in Omaha. https://thesarpycounty.com/hy-vee-employee-arrested-for-felony-charges-after-foot-chase-in-omaha/ An employee at a local Hy-Vee store in Omaha, Nebraska was recently arrested by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office after a brief foot chase. The employee, who reportedly had three felony warrants out of Douglas County, was approached by deputies early Friday morning at the store located near 79th and Cass Street. Upon being informed … The post Hy-Vee Employee Arrested for Felony Charges After Foot Chase in Omaha. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska wildfires under control https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-wildfires-under-control/ Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) officials recently provided updates pertaining to several ongoing wildfires across Nebraska. The Rock Creek Fire in Jefferson County, as per NEMA, is currently 90% contained. Following information garnered from an enhanced mapping provided by a Nebraska State Patrol drone flight, NEMA projected that the fire footprint had been scaled down … The post Nebraska wildfires under control appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Movie theaters implement new policies. https://thesarpycounty.com/movie-theaters-implement-new-policies/ AMC Theaters’ recently announced “Sightline,” a tiered-seating strategy that will charge movie-goers different prices depending on the quality of their view. While the concept has been received negatively, theaters are still in need of new ideas to generate more revenue. Theater sustainability is a pressing issue and finding creative ways to keep the theatrical experience … The post Movie theaters implement new policies. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Bill for Tax Credits on Private School Scholarships Progresses https://thesarpycounty.com/bill-for-tax-credits-on-private-school-scholarships-progresses/ Legislative Bill 753 that could permit state tax credits for donations to organizations providing scholarships for students to attend private and parochial schools has been approved for final-round approval in Nebraska. The bill could potentially allow for over 5,000 students to switch from public schools to private schools, leading to the creation of more private … The post Bill for Tax Credits on Private School Scholarships Progresses appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Fatality in Saunders County single-car crash https://thesarpycounty.com/fatality-in-saunders-county-single-car-crash/ Saunders County, located in the northeastern part of Nebraska, was met with tragedy early Friday morning. A single-vehicle crash, which occurred on Highway 79 between County Road E and County Road F, left one person dead. Officials have identified the victim as the driver of a 2006 Buick Rendezvous. According to authorities from the Saunders … The post Fatality in Saunders County single-car crash appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Fatal Shootings Occur Amidst Record NYC Heat Wave https://thesarpycounty.com/fatal-shootings-occur-amidst-record-nyc-heat-wave/ A spate of gun violence erupted in New York City, leaving five people injured and one dead. The shootings occurred overnight, post a summer-like day with temperature reaching a record-breaking high. The NYPD stated that a man lost his life due to gun violence in Staten Island, whereas other victims were injured in Queens, Brooklyn, … The post Fatal Shootings Occur Amidst Record NYC Heat Wave appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Annual banquet explores growth of city and Chamber. https://thesarpycounty.com/annual-banquet-explores-growth-of-city-and-chamber/ The Midtown Event Center in Norfolk was packed on Thursday evening as several hundreds of people attended the black-tie affair hosted by the Norfolk Area Chamber of Commerce. The occasion marked the chamber’s 54th annual banquet which was an opportunity to showcase the potential and progress of the community, as well as celebrate the chamber’s … The post Annual banquet explores growth of city and Chamber. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Strong storms possible Friday night with First Alert Weather Day https://thesarpycounty.com/strong-storms-possible-friday-night-with-first-alert-weather-day/ Omaha Braces for Severe Storms As Cold Front Arrives Residents of Omaha, Nebraska, are on high alert as severe thunderstorms are expected to hit the region after 6 pm today. The National Weather Service has designated it as a 6 First Alert Weather Day, urging residents to prepare accordingly. The morning weather is similar to … The post Strong storms possible Friday night with First Alert Weather Day appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Possible rewritten headline: Warm and Breezy Friday: Thunderstorm Risk https://thesarpycounty.com/possible-rewritten-headline-warm-and-breezy-friday-thunderstorm-risk/ Residents of Nebraska can expect a change in weather conditions on Friday as a cold front moves in, bringing with it a chance of rain and storms, which could turn severe in some areas. Breezy conditions will remain with temperatures across the state ranging from the 40s to the mid-80s. The cold front will initiate … The post Possible rewritten headline: Warm and Breezy Friday: Thunderstorm Risk appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Issues Arise Between Dr. Patrick Brown and Critic. https://thesarpycounty.com/issues-arise-between-dr-patrick-brown-and-critic/ University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s recent promotion of a keynote speech titled “The End of Animal Agriculture” is causing a stir among the agricultural community. Dr. Patrick Brown, MD, Ph.D., emeritus professor at Stanford University and founder of Impossible Foods, presents his views on why “the end of animal agriculture should and will happen.” While many may … The post Issues Arise Between Dr. Patrick Brown and Critic. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

$13M in Federal Grants to Assist Low-Income Areas in Nebraska Shared by Five Entities https://thesarpycounty.com/13m-in-federal-grants-to-assist-low-income-areas-in-nebraska-shared-by-five-entities/ Five Nebraska organizations have been selected by the Biden administration to receive a collective $13 million to boost access to financial services and investments in underserved communities. The Midwest Housing Development Fund Inc. of Omaha was awarded the lion’s share of the funding, equating to approximately $6.2 million, while other recipients include Omaha 100 Inc., … The post $13M in Federal Grants to Assist Low-Income Areas in Nebraska Shared by Five Entities appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Company approved for county grading project. https://thesarpycounty.com/company-approved-for-county-grading-project/ Local Road Project Delayed Due to Dirt Shortage: County Approves Change Order The shortage of dirt has been a major setback this spring for local road projects, including the 835th Road project in Madison County. To address this issue, the Madison County Board of Commissioners approved a change order with Western Engineering of Harlan, Iowa, … The post Company approved for county grading project. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Fire near NP Dodge Park prompts emergency declaration in Omaha area. https://thesarpycounty.com/fire-near-np-dodge-park-prompts-emergency-declaration-in-omaha-area/ A brush fire near NP Dodge Park in Omaha, Nebraska prompted Governor Ricketts to issue a state emergency declaration and an immediate ban on open burns. The inferno threatened to spread uncontrollably due to the windy and dry weather conditions that prevailed throughout the area this week. Firefighters from Irvington, Bennington, Blair, Fort Calhoun, and … The post Fire near NP Dodge Park prompts emergency declaration in Omaha area. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Trans Nebraskan Speaks Out on ‘Let Them Grow’ Progress and Self-Expression” https://thesarpycounty.com/trans-nebraskan-speaks-out-on-let-them-grow-progress-and-self-expression/ Nebraska senators have advanced a proposed ban on gender-affirming healthcare for individuals under the age of 19. The bill, known as LB 574 or the ‘Let Them Grow’ Act, was passed to its final round of debate following an approved vote of 33-16. The bill has raised widespread discontent and opposition, with multiple senators filibustering … The post “Trans Nebraskan Speaks Out on ‘Let Them Grow’ Progress and Self-Expression” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska legislature moves forward with transgender health care legislation amidst turmoil. https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-legislature-moves-forward-with-transgender-health-care-legislation-amidst-turmoil/ Chaos erupted in the Nebraska Legislature on Thursday after several senators made a last-minute bid to consider an amendment to a bill that would restrict some gender-affirming care for minors. The Legislative Bill 574, proposed by State Sen. Kathleen Kauth of Omaha, sought to restrict hormone therapies, puberty blockers, and genital or non-genital surgery for … The post Nebraska legislature moves forward with transgender health care legislation amidst turmoil. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Missouri restricts gender-affirming care for minors and adults. https://thesarpycounty.com/missouri-restricts-gender-affirming-care-for-minors-and-adults/ Missouri’s Attorney General, Andrew Bailey, has announced new restrictions on gender-affirming healthcare for both minors and adults, becoming the first state in the country to do so. The restrictions are set to take effect on April 27 and will last until February of next year. Bailey’s aim is to ensure that those seeking gender-affirming health … The post Missouri restricts gender-affirming care for minors and adults. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Humphrey school board sticks to original plan. https://thesarpycounty.com/humphrey-school-board-sticks-to-original-plan/ The Humphrey Public School in Nebraska is considering the development of a new facility, with plans being discussed during a recent board of education meeting. If the school does move forward with a new development, it’s likely that it will be designed to cater to children between seventh to twelfth grades. During a recent meeting, … The post Humphrey school board sticks to original plan. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Indiana residents fret as massive plastics fire nears end https://thesarpycounty.com/indiana-residents-fret-as-massive-plastics-fire-nears-end/ The industrial fire that started on Tuesday afternoon, fueled by tons of scrap plastics, in Richmond, Indiana, is close to being extinguished, according to authorities. The fire lasted for more than 48 hours, causing worries among the community close to the 14-acre former factory site. Richmond officials disclosed that the man who had been operating … The post Indiana residents fret as massive plastics fire nears end appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska faces ongoing severe fire risk. https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-faces-ongoing-severe-fire-risk/ Nebraska is currently facing extreme fire danger, resulting in Red Flag Warnings covering most of the state through Thursday, as declared by the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). The McCann Fire in Cherry County has burned 7,040 acres and is 60% contained. Firefighters have been able to control the area where the wildfire began and … The post Nebraska faces ongoing severe fire risk. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Law Restricting Abortion Based on Heartbeat Clears First Hurdle https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-law-restricting-abortion-based-on-heartbeat-clears-first-hurdle/ Nebraska anti-abortion supporters are celebrating as Legislative Bill 626, which would restrict “elective abortions” after a prenatal ultrasound detects embryonic cardiac activity, cleared a major legislative hurdle. The bill was introduced by Sen. Joni Albrecht of Thurston and received first-round passage by a 33-16 margin with support from all Republicans in the Legislature and one … The post Nebraska Law Restricting Abortion Based on Heartbeat Clears First Hurdle appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Biden plan to offer healthcare coverage for DACA recipients https://thesarpycounty.com/biden-plan-to-offer-healthcare-coverage-for-daca-recipients/ President Joe Biden has announced that he will direct his administration to allow undocumented individuals in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program to enroll in Medicaid or private insurance provided under the Affordable Care Act. In a video announcement on Twitter, the President stated that “health care should be a right, not a … The post Biden plan to offer healthcare coverage for DACA recipients appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Free and affordable weekend events offer museums and outdoor fun in the sun. https://thesarpycounty.com/free-and-affordable-weekend-events-offer-museums-and-outdoor-fun-in-the-sun/ This weekend, residents of Omaha, Nebraska and surrounding areas are in for a treat as a variety of exciting outdoor events take place. From soccer games to circus performances, there is something for everyone to enjoy. On April 14th at 2 pm, Fontenelle Forest will play host to the Union Omaha Meet and Greet event, … The post Free and affordable weekend events offer museums and outdoor fun in the sun. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New opioid settlement to bring county min. $100K over 15 years https://thesarpycounty.com/new-opioid-settlement-to-bring-county-min-100k-over-15-years/ Madison County has joined a proposed class action settlement with five corporations over their role in the opioid epidemic. Commissioners voted in favor of the Nebraska Association of County Officials (NACO) as the state’s representative in the proposed settlement. Both Region IV Behavioral Health System and other opioid-addiction-related organizations will be eligible for potential benefits. … The post New opioid settlement to bring county min. $100K over 15 years appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Widespread Friday evening storms could turn severe. Weather Day declared. https://thesarpycounty.com/widespread-friday-evening-storms-could-turn-severe-weather-day-declared/ Omaha, Nebraska – The National Weather Service has declared a 6 First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening due to the predicted widespread thunderstorms that are expected to become more likely as the day progresses. The storms have the potential to turn severe and pose threats of large hail and strong winds. According to meteorologists, … The post Widespread Friday evening storms could turn severe. Weather Day declared. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LSO announces findings from anti-texting and driving campaign. https://thesarpycounty.com/lso-announces-findings-from-anti-texting-and-driving-campaign/ A massive effort dubbed “U Text. U Drive. U Pay” has been launched nationwide with the aim of reducing the number of crashes caused by distracted drivers. In Lincoln, Nebraska, the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office played a key role in the movement by conducting saturation patrol. A team of additional deputies patrolled in marked cars … The post LSO announces findings from anti-texting and driving campaign. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Festivals Arrive in Full Force https://thesarpycounty.com/festivals-arrive-in-full-force/ Omaha’s music scene is gearing up for two major events this summer. The Maha Music Festival and Outlandia Music Festival have recently announced their lineups, and both of them feature a blend of local and national artists. Maha Music Festival, now in its 18th year, will be held on July 28-29 at Stinson Park. The … The post Festivals Arrive in Full Force appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.