Craig Huff

Omaha Streetcar Authority Approves $28 Million Budget for 2023 https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-streetcar-authority-approves-28-million-budget-for-2023/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The streetcar’s total cost is estimated at $306 million, and officials expect the project to attract new businesses to the area along its route. According to the Omaha Streetcar Authority, an exit poll from a public meeting earlier this month shows a rise in positive comments as meeting attendees learned more … The post Omaha Streetcar Authority Approves $28 Million Budget for 2023 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Law Enforcement Doesn’t Expect Trump Indictment Until Next Week: Report https://thesarpycounty.com/law-enforcement-doesnt-expect-trump-indictment-until-next-week-report/ According to the report, former President Donald Trump is not expected to be charged until next week if he is charged with allegedly paying silence money to porn star Stormy Daniels. A law enforcement source told Fox News on Monday that the Manhattan grand jury hearing evidence against the 76-year-old former president has another witness … The post Law Enforcement Doesn’t Expect Trump Indictment Until Next Week: Report appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln outlines uses for federal COVID relief funds https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-outlines-uses-for-federal-covid-relief-funds/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird provided an update Monday on how the city is spending federal COVID-19 funds. Lincoln received $45.8 million from the American Rescue Plan Act and spent $21 million. Gaylor Baird highlighted the city’s workforce development grants. It has earmarked $12 million for workforce training and capital projects. This … The post Lincoln outlines uses for federal COVID relief funds appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Pain that stops within minutes may be the “first” sign of cholesterol buildup. https://thesarpycounty.com/pain-that-stops-within-minutes-may-be-the-first-sign-of-cholesterol-buildup/ High cholesterol levels are a harbinger of serious health problems such as heart disease and strokes. Although the fatty substance often does not show symptoms, some warning signs may appear when cholesterol builds up in your arteries. One telltale sign of this process can hit your leg. Untreated high blood cholesterol can contribute to plaque … The post Pain that stops within minutes may be the “first” sign of cholesterol buildup. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Cooler, cloudy with a chance of rain https://thesarpycounty.com/cooler-cloudy-with-a-chance-of-rain/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – Early spring can bring precipitation and there are several opportunities for rain throughout the week. A medium-level disturbance will move across the northern Plains on Tuesday as a warm front advances from the south to the north. The disturbance could bring a winter mix to the Sandhills and north-central areas which … The post Cooler, cloudy with a chance of rain appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Part of South 48th Street to close on Tuesday https://thesarpycounty.com/part-of-south-48th-street-to-close-on-tuesday/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The north lane of South 48th Street from South to Sumner Street will be closed Tuesday for water main maintenance starting at 8:30 am. Lincoln Transport and Utilities expects the northern lane to reopen by the end of the day. Recommended Detour: South Street, South 56th Street, A Street, South 48th … The post Part of South 48th Street to close on Tuesday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln County places a temporary moratorium on wind and solar energy https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-county-places-a-temporary-moratorium-on-wind-and-solar-energy/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — Lincoln County is taking the time to further investigate how they will handle industrial-grade wind and solar moving forward. “We actually have nothing to support a potential development that could be negative for a particular region of Lincoln County,” said Fourth District Commissioner Chris Bruns. “This is something Commissioner Weems … The post Lincoln County places a temporary moratorium on wind and solar energy appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ex-prisoned women to open North Omaha home to help women coming out of jail https://thesarpycounty.com/ex-prisoned-women-to-open-north-omaha-home-to-help-women-coming-out-of-jail/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) — Cherie Bender says that when she was incarcerated, her mom always talked about building a “halfway house.” “You just go to jail, you get out, you get in,” she recalls saying. “There must be something we can do.” Bender is close to making that dream a reality. After her mother died, … The post Ex-prisoned women to open North Omaha home to help women coming out of jail appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Body found in ditch in northwest Omaha https://thesarpycounty.com/body-found-in-ditch-in-northwest-omaha-2/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A murder investigation is underway in northwest Omaha. The Douglas County Sheriff said the body was found near Rainwood Road east of 72nd Street shortly before 3:45 this afternoon. Sheriff Aaron Hansen was at the scene and said the body was not visible from the road. “It looks like he could … The post Body found in ditch in northwest Omaha appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Republicans celebrate as Biden signs resolution to repeal D.C. Crime Bill https://thesarpycounty.com/republicans-celebrate-as-biden-signs-resolution-to-repeal-d-c-crime-bill/ President Biden on Monday signed a Republican-sponsored bill blocking a controversial Washington, D.C. penal code update that would lower maximum penalties for certain violent crimes, including auto theft. On Monday, the White House released a brief memo announcing the signing of the 80-year-old president’s HJRes. 26, which repeals the Revised Penal Code Act of 2022 … The post Republicans celebrate as Biden signs resolution to repeal D.C. Crime Bill appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

International animal detective searches Lincoln for a missing dog https://thesarpycounty.com/international-animal-detective-searches-lincoln-for-a-missing-dog/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – An international pet detective, a search and rescue team, a $1,000 reward and a crying family. Sound unusual? It’s actually more common than you might think. According to the Humane Society, nearly 10 million pets go missing every year in the United States. Of these, 15% of dogs and 2% of … The post International animal detective searches Lincoln for a missing dog appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Body found in ditch in northwest Omaha https://thesarpycounty.com/body-found-in-ditch-in-northwest-omaha/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A murder investigation is underway in northwest Omaha. The Douglas County Sheriff said the body was found near Rainwood Road east of 72nd Street shortly before 3:45 this afternoon. Sheriff Aaron Hansen was at the scene and said the body was not visible from the road. “It looks like he could … The post Body found in ditch in northwest Omaha appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska hospitals suffer a financial collapse in 2022 https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-hospitals-suffer-a-financial-collapse-in-2022/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — Nebraska Hospital Association President Jeremy Nordquist said Monday afternoon that the average net operating margin of Nebraska hospitals plummeted from 6 percent to 1.8 percent from 2021 to 2022. “Our system actually had a negative margin of 9.5% for the year. Our hospitals expect these volatile margins will not improve … The post Nebraska hospitals suffer a financial collapse in 2022 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Hospital Association Reports Growing Financial Crisis in Hospitals https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-hospital-association-reports-growing-financial-crisis-in-hospitals/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska’s hospitals are facing a financial crisis, according to hospital leaders. The Nebraska Hospital Association reports that overall, patient care costs have risen more than 21% between 2020 and 2022. Hospital labor costs rose nearly 27%, drug costs rose 25%, and drug prices rose 42%. All this, along with the stagnation … The post Nebraska Hospital Association Reports Growing Financial Crisis in Hospitals appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Mother whose son died by inhaling laughing gas calls for an end to madness https://thesarpycounty.com/mother-whose-son-died-by-inhaling-laughing-gas-calls-for-an-end-to-madness/ A mother campaigner whose teenage son died by inhaling a can of gasoline told the Daily Express of her horror at nitrous oxide-fueled motorist accidents. Last week, firefighters warned of a trend of people inhaling laughing gas dubbed “hippie crack” before driving and getting into a traffic accident. Now mom Emma Kane, 46, whose son … The post Mother whose son died by inhaling laughing gas calls for an end to madness appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Stephen Smith linked to Murdo was not killed in hit-and-run, death not properly investigated: lawyers https://thesarpycounty.com/stephen-smith-linked-to-murdo-was-not-killed-in-hit-and-run-death-not-properly-investigated-lawyers/ Lawyers investigating the mysterious death of Murdo-linked Steven Smith say there was no evidence at the crime scene that he was hit by a car and the investigation into his death was not properly conducted. Smith’s body will be exhumed seven years after it was found in the middle of a South Carolina road, and … The post Stephen Smith linked to Murdo was not killed in hit-and-run, death not properly investigated: lawyers appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Teenage girl shot by woman who caught him breaking into vehicle, Omaha police say https://thesarpycounty.com/teenage-girl-shot-by-woman-who-caught-him-breaking-into-vehicle-omaha-police-say/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska)-A woman suffered minor injuries when she was shot by a teenager, police say. The Omaha Police Department said officers were called to a home near 42nd and W Streets on Monday morning. A woman, identified as Samantha Zellmar, 32, told police she came out of her home to yell at a teenage … The post Teenage girl shot by woman who caught him breaking into vehicle, Omaha police say appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Stapleton Public Schools superintendent was charged with assault https://thesarpycounty.com/stapleton-public-schools-superintendent-was-charged-with-assault-2/ STAPLETON, Neb. (Nebraska) – A Greater Nebraska school administrator is once again charged with assault. Stapleton Public Schools Superintendent Brian Redinger is facing a misdemeanor assault charge, according to court documents. The accusation stems from an incident that occurred on January 31st. However, this isn’t the first time Redinger has faced assault charges. In April … The post Stapleton Public Schools superintendent was charged with assault appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Bad-mouthing and money spent: A closer look at the mayor’s race https://thesarpycounty.com/bad-mouthing-and-money-spent-a-closer-look-at-the-mayors-race/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Announcements for mayoral, city council, and school board candidates begin to appear throughout the city. Although this election will consist of a shorter ballot, there is still a lot to know before voting. From political ads to yard signs and billboards, it’s hard not to notice that city elections are just … The post Bad-mouthing and money spent: A closer look at the mayor’s race appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Scooter’s Coffee is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the world’s largest attempt at a balloon cake. https://thesarpycounty.com/scooters-coffee-is-celebrating-its-25th-anniversary-with-the-worlds-largest-attempt-at-a-balloon-cake/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska’s own Scooter’s Coffee turns 25 on Thursday, and CHI Medical Center staff are celebrating the milestone. The growing coffee shop chain has its roots in Bellevue, where the first location opened in 1998. Founder Don Eckles said the original store, then called Sweet Things and Java, didn’t just sell coffee. … The post Scooter’s Coffee is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the world’s largest attempt at a balloon cake. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ralston Dress Rental provides 100 free prom dresses to Omaha Public School students. https://thesarpycounty.com/ralston-dress-rental-provides-100-free-prom-dresses-to-omaha-public-school-students/ RALSTON, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Prom dresses aren’t cheap, as most high schoolers and their parents know. But this year, 100 Omaha public school girls could get them for free. “It’s breathtaking because when you see them, your eyes light up,” said Terri Smeya of Cinderella’s Formal Gown Rental in Ralston. “It’s the right dress for … The post Ralston Dress Rental provides 100 free prom dresses to Omaha Public School students. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

We love New York – so let’s bring it back from the abyss https://thesarpycounty.com/we-love-new-york-so-lets-bring-it-back-from-the-abyss/ Business, labor and community leaders across the city joined Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams in Times Square on Monday to launch WE NY, updated version of the original I New York cA campaign launched in 1977 to unite New Yorkers around a common goal: to make this city the safest, strongest, and most … The post We love New York – so let’s bring it back from the abyss appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Biden administration’s WOTUS rule goes into effect in Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/biden-administrations-wotus-rule-goes-into-effect-in-nebraska/ Courtesy: City of Lincoln LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Biden administration’s Waters of the United States rule was given full legal effect in Nebraska on Monday. The Nebraska Cattlemen said in a press release that the rule will negatively impact Nebraskas. “As the Biden administration’s WOTUS rule takes full legal effect, ranchers across Nebraska face … The post Biden administration’s WOTUS rule goes into effect in Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Feds to send nearly $200 million to help communities prepare for wildfires https://thesarpycounty.com/feds-to-send-nearly-200-million-to-help-communities-prepare-for-wildfires/ The Biden administration will channel $197 million from the bipartisan 2021 Infrastructure Act to help communities prepare for wildfires this summer, Vice President Kamala Harris and other administration officials said Monday. The funding represents the first round of a new $1 billion community wildfire protection grant program authorized under the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill that … The post Feds to send nearly $200 million to help communities prepare for wildfires appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

551 people lost their sight due to NHS backlog https://thesarpycounty.com/551-people-lost-their-sight-due-to-nhs-backlog/ Hundreds of patients have lost their sight while on the waiting list for NHS treatment, according to official figures. Since 2019, clinicians have reported 551 cases due to delayed treatment in England. Data released by NHS England in response to a freedom of information request showed that of the total number of incidents, 99 resulted … The post 551 people lost their sight due to NHS backlog appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Former Omaha police officer pleads guilty to child pornography charges https://thesarpycounty.com/former-omaha-police-officer-pleads-guilty-to-child-pornography-charges-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A former Omaha police officer charged with federal child pornography changed his guilty plea to one on Monday. Christopher Groth was originally charged in February 2022 with carrying child pornography a couple of weeks before two other related charges were added. The 39-year-old pleaded guilty earlier this month to producing child … The post Former Omaha police officer pleads guilty to child pornography charges appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Former Omaha police officer pleads guilty to possession of child pornography https://thesarpycounty.com/former-omaha-police-officer-pleads-guilty-to-possession-of-child-pornography/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A former Omaha police officer facing federal child pornography charges changed his guilty plea on one charge Monday. Christopher Groth was originally charged with transporting child pornography in February 2022, a couple of weeks before two other related charges were added. Earlier this month, a 39-year-old man pleaded guilty to one … The post Former Omaha police officer pleads guilty to possession of child pornography appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Former Omaha police officer pleads guilty to child pornography charges https://thesarpycounty.com/former-omaha-police-officer-pleads-guilty-to-child-pornography-charges/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A former Omaha police officer charged with federal child pornography changed his guilty plea to one on Monday. Christopher Groth was originally charged in February 2022 with carrying child pornography a couple of weeks before two other related charges were added. The 39-year-old pleaded guilty earlier this month to producing child … The post Former Omaha police officer pleads guilty to child pornography charges appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Police Investigate Shooting Near Elementary School And Kindergarten https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-police-investigate-shooting-near-elementary-school-and-kindergarten/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Omaha police are investigating a shooting that occurred near an elementary school and day care center Monday morning. Police were called to the area near 41st and W Streets around 10:45 a.m., where they said a group of minors allegedly tried to break into cars when neighbors got out and approached … The post Omaha Police Investigate Shooting Near Elementary School And Kindergarten appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha public proposes name for new seahorse sculpture symbolizing ocean pollution https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-public-proposes-name-for-new-seahorse-sculpture-symbolizing-ocean-pollution/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Guests of the Lauritzen Gardens and much of the community are getting the opportunity to help name a new sculpture representing the problem of ocean pollution. Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea is a traveling exhibition of sculptures made from marine debris that will be on display at the Lauritzen … The post Omaha public proposes name for new seahorse sculpture symbolizing ocean pollution appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.