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Senator Jacobson introduces LB31 to help Nebraska railroad workers https://thesarpycounty.com/senator-jacobson-introduces-lb31-to-help-nebraska-railroad-workers/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska)-If there’s one Senator interested in railroad safety, it should be the one with Bailey Yard in his district, the largest classification rail yard in the world. Sen. Mike Jacobson introduced LB31 to the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee Monday afternoon. The bill would require all freight trains in Nebraska to operate with … The post Senator Jacobson introduces LB31 to help Nebraska railroad workers appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Moral Mondays group says proposed Iowa law would harm LGBTQIA+ community https://thesarpycounty.com/moral-mondays-group-says-proposed-iowa-law-would-harm-lgbtqia-community/ DES MOINS, Iowa (Nebraska) — An Iowa-based group calling itself Moral Mondays and made up of more than 30 Iowa progressive organizations held a press conference on bills the group considers discriminatory against the LGBTQIA+ community. The bills being considered are intended to tighten school and state laws regarding gender identity and sexual orientation, and … The post Moral Mondays group says proposed Iowa law would harm LGBTQIA+ community appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LPD: Trucking company employee suspected of stealing over $340,000 https://thesarpycounty.com/lpd-trucking-company-employee-suspected-of-stealing-over-340000-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). An Iowa resident faces charges after the Lincoln Police Department launched a fraud investigation. According to LPD, in September 2022, the owner of M&D Trucking went to the police after discovering irregularities in payroll and fuel card purchases involving one of their employees. LPD said further investigation uncovered $340,825.58 in alleged fraudulent … The post LPD: Trucking company employee suspected of stealing over $340,000 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

UK welfare system worsens our mental health, report says https://thesarpycounty.com/uk-welfare-system-worsens-our-mental-health-report-says/ People with mental health problems are becoming even more unhealthy due to the state benefit evaluation system,the report shows. Nearly seven out of ten (66 percent) of applicants living with conditions such as bipolar disorder, depression and anxiety told the Mind charity that going through the assessment process worsened their mental health. The current system … The post UK welfare system worsens our mental health, report says appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Matt Rhule’s offseason competition pushes the Huskers to serve the community, to be responsible https://thesarpycounty.com/matt-rhules-offseason-competition-pushes-the-huskers-to-serve-the-community-to-be-responsible/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule doesn’t just want his Huskers to be physical; he wants them to be responsible. Rhule said Monday that he has implemented offseason competition to push the Huskers to do “good things.” In the first seven weeks of competition, Rhule was impressed by the dedication of Thomas … The post Matt Rhule’s offseason competition pushes the Huskers to serve the community, to be responsible appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Nebraska State Patrol identifies the Hartington shooting victim https://thesarpycounty.com/the-nebraska-state-patrol-identifies-the-hartington-shooting-victim/ HARTINGTON, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Nebraska State Patrol has identified the victim of last week’s fatal shooting near Hartington on Monday. The victim was identified as 31-year-old Israel Matos-Colon of Fowlerville, Michigan. The next of kin has been notified. The investigation began after the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call regarding a shooting … The post The Nebraska State Patrol identifies the Hartington shooting victim appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Preserving a Piece of History in Central Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/preserving-a-piece-of-history-in-central-nebraska/ Kearney, Nebraska (Cologne). A Kearney neighborhood resident takes on the task of restoring an old barn that was about to collapse. Now the design has found a new life. We caught up with Kyle Brown to talk about it. “This barn dates back to the 1860s and 1870s,” Brown said. “We believe that he is … The post Preserving a Piece of History in Central Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln County Commissioners Heed Concerns About Rural Emergency Services https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-county-commissioners-heed-concerns-about-rural-emergency-services/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – Rural Lincoln County first responders gathered at the Lincoln County Courthouse for the commissioner’s meeting Monday morning to raise concerns about funding for rural firefighters traditionally received by the county for life support costs . However, the concerns surfaced after Lincoln County recently entered into an agreement with the City … The post Lincoln County Commissioners Heed Concerns About Rural Emergency Services appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

House MICAH Girl Scout Troop donates part of biscuit sales to Council Bluffs dog shelter Promise 4 Paws https://thesarpycounty.com/house-micah-girl-scout-troop-donates-part-of-biscuit-sales-to-council-bluffs-dog-shelter-promise-4-paws/ COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (Nebraska) – If there are two things people love, it’s Girl Scout cookies and dogs! The Saturday cookie giveaway provided an opportunity for people to receive treats by treating some of the local animals in need. Scouts have chosen Promise 4 Paws to donate a portion of their cookie sales. For every … The post House MICAH Girl Scout Troop donates part of biscuit sales to Council Bluffs dog shelter Promise 4 Paws appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Neighbors concerned about abandoned house fire that kills two https://thesarpycounty.com/neighbors-concerned-about-abandoned-house-fire-that-kills-two/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska). An autopsy was performed this morning to identify two people who died in a house fire on Saturday morning. “At three in the morning, I wake up to this noise… and so I went outside and the whole street was lit up by fire trucks and everything,” said Alice Woods, who lives … The post Neighbors concerned about abandoned house fire that kills two appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

4 Americans missing in Mexico fear kidnapping or worse as US State Department warns: ‘Don’t travel’ https://thesarpycounty.com/4-americans-missing-in-mexico-fear-kidnapping-or-worse-as-us-state-department-warns-dont-travel/ Four US citizens have been abducted after gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the northern Mexican border town of Matamoros, the FBI said. All four arrived in Matamoros, across from Brownsville, Texas, on Friday and traveled in a white minivan with North Carolina license plates. The San Antonio FBI office said in a statement … The post 4 Americans missing in Mexico fear kidnapping or worse as US State Department warns: ‘Don’t travel’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Cost overruns on climate change, anti-criminal “counter-revolution” and other comments https://thesarpycounty.com/cost-overruns-on-climate-change-anti-criminal-counter-revolution-and-other-comments/ Hours in Albany: Cost overruns due to climate change The Beacon Island wind tower project was “months behind schedule and doubled in price before construction began,” notes James E. Hanley of the Empire Center. Expect more of these “major cost overruns as officials attempt to radically transform the state’s economy and cut greenhouse gas emissions” … The post Cost overruns on climate change, anti-criminal “counter-revolution” and other comments appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Crumbl Cookies opens shop in Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/crumbl-cookies-opens-shop-in-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — National sensation Crumbl Cookies is opening its doors in Lincoln for the first time this week. The store will be near O Street and Cotner Boulevard. Crumbl was started by two cousins ​​in Utah as a gourmet cookie delivery and takeout service in 2017. It has since exploded into more than … The post Crumbl Cookies opens shop in Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Capturing the ‘Oakland Creature’: Half a century ago, confusing sightings and a mass theory terrorized a small Nebraska town https://thesarpycounty.com/capturing-the-oakland-creature-half-a-century-ago-confusing-sightings-and-a-mass-theory-terrorized-a-small-nebraska-town/ OAKLAND, Neb. (Flatwater Free Press) – A strange scream in the early hours of July 4, 1974 woke Dale and Linda Jones from a sound sleep. They thought one of their pigs had got its head stuck in the slats of the pen. Shep, their German Shepherd, barked from the porch. Dale grabbed a flashlight … The post Capturing the ‘Oakland Creature’: Half a century ago, confusing sightings and a mass theory terrorized a small Nebraska town appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

WATCH: Police arrest suspect after brief standoff in North Platte https://thesarpycounty.com/watch-police-arrest-suspect-after-brief-standoff-in-north-platte-2/ NORTH PLATTE, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A suspect was arrested after a brief standoff outside a home in North Platte on Monday afternoon. The incident took place near Jeffers Street and Reed Avenue. According to a reporter at the scene, the North Platte Police Department detained the man and ransacked the house. This is an ongoing … The post WATCH: Police arrest suspect after brief standoff in North Platte appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

WATCH: Police arrest suspect after brief standoff in North Platte https://thesarpycounty.com/watch-police-arrest-suspect-after-brief-standoff-in-north-platte/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — A suspect was arrested Monday afternoon after a brief standoff outside a home in North Platte. The accident occurred near Jeffers Street and Reid Avenue. According to a reporter on the scene, the North Platte Police Department took the individual into custody and was searching the home. This is an … The post WATCH: Police arrest suspect after brief standoff in North Platte appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Daily Express Launches Cystic Fibrosis Petition to Exempt Prescription #10 https://thesarpycounty.com/daily-express-launches-cystic-fibrosis-petition-to-exempt-prescription-10/ Cystic fibrosis activists joined the Downing Street Daily Express yesterday to ask the government to exempt patients from paying prescription drugs. Armed with 1,300 signed NHS prescription forms, the newspaper and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation launched an appeal for the disease to be cleared of charges. It is believed that 2,500 patients in England are … The post Daily Express Launches Cystic Fibrosis Petition to Exempt Prescription #10 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Lawmakers Discuss Bill Offering $25 Million Tax Credit for Private School Donors https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-lawmakers-discuss-bill-offering-25-million-tax-credit-for-private-school-donors/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska legislators are debating a bill that would provide tax breaks for those who donate to private schools. It’s part of the “School Choice Act” backed by Gov. Jim Pillen. Nebraska is one of only two states that does not provide public funds to private schools. “The state will soon provide … The post Nebraska Lawmakers Discuss Bill Offering $25 Million Tax Credit for Private School Donors appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Two suspected illegal aliens killed a bald eagle to cook their own dinner, now the society is “seething”: sheriff https://thesarpycounty.com/two-suspected-illegal-aliens-killed-a-bald-eagle-to-cook-their-own-dinner-now-the-society-is-seething-sheriff/ The symbolism and microcosm tend to be exaggerated these days, but it’s hard not to see this tragic story of alleged illegal immigrants and the bald eagle as an incredibly fitting microcosm of Joe Biden’s America. Stanton County in Nebraska was rocked by controversy last week when a pair of 20-year-old Honduran citizens were caught … The post Two suspected illegal aliens killed a bald eagle to cook their own dinner, now the society is “seething”: sheriff appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NYC bartenders use private chat groups to warn each other about violent thugs https://thesarpycounty.com/nyc-bartenders-use-private-chat-groups-to-warn-each-other-about-violent-thugs/ Surrounded by rampant crime and a slow police response, New York City bartenders and bouncers are using private chat groups to alert each other to violent thugs and other threats to both staff and customers, Side Dish has learned. Almost three dozen East Village workers frequent Lucy’s, Doc Holliday’s, The Spotted Owl Tavern, Spikes, Beetle … The post NYC bartenders use private chat groups to warn each other about violent thugs appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska State Patrol remembers retired service dog Murphy, who died on Monday https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-patrol-remembers-retired-service-dog-murphy-who-died-on-monday/ Murphy the retired police dog (courtesy of the Nebraska State Patrol) Murphy the retired police dog (courtesy of the Nebraska State Patrol) Murphy the retired police dog (courtesy of the Nebraska State Patrol) Murphy the retired police dog (courtesy of the Nebraska State Patrol) LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Soldiers are remembering the life and service … The post Nebraska State Patrol remembers retired service dog Murphy, who died on Monday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Nebraska State Patrol arrests 12 drivers during the first weekend of state basketball https://thesarpycounty.com/the-nebraska-state-patrol-arrests-12-drivers-during-the-first-weekend-of-state-basketball/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Nebraska State Patrol arrested several disabled drivers on state highways during the first weekend of a road safety campaign during the NSAA Women’s State Basketball Tournament. Between Wednesday and Sunday, 12 drivers were arrested for drunk driving. 19 drivers were stopped for speeding at 100mph or more. The NSP said … The post The Nebraska State Patrol arrests 12 drivers during the first weekend of state basketball appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Michigan man identified as victim of fatal shooting near Hartington https://thesarpycounty.com/michigan-man-identified-as-victim-of-fatal-shooting-near-hartington/ The Nebraska State Patrol has identified the victim of last week’s fatal shooting near Hartington. The victim is Israel Matos-Colon, 31, of Fowlerville, Michigan, according to Cody Thomas, public relations director for the state patrol. The next of kin has been notified. The investigation began after the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call … The post Michigan man identified as victim of fatal shooting near Hartington appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska State Patrol identifies Hartington shooting victim https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-patrol-identifies-hartington-shooting-victim/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Nebraska State Patrol identified the victim of last week’s fatal shooting that occurred near Hartington on Monday. The victim was identified as 31-year-old Israel Matos-Colon from Fowlerville, Michigan. The next of kin have been notified. The investigation began after the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office received an emergency call about the shooting … The post Nebraska State Patrol identifies Hartington shooting victim appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Disney’s Aladdin will open the Lied Center’s 2023 Broadway season https://thesarpycounty.com/disneys-aladdin-will-open-the-lied-centers-2023-broadway-season/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Lied Center for Performing Arts and Disney Theatrical Productions, under the direction of Thomas Schumacher, announced on Monday that Disney Aladdin is coming to Lincoln. Beginning October 3, Disney’s Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical comedy, will perform eight premiere performances at the Lied Center for Performing Arts. The performances will … The post Disney’s Aladdin will open the Lied Center’s 2023 Broadway season appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Fireworks caused $80,000 worth of damage to Lincoln’s home https://thesarpycounty.com/fireworks-caused-80000-worth-of-damage-to-lincolns-home-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Lincoln Rescue and Fire Department responded to reports of a massive fire at an east Lincoln apartment building Saturday night. The LFR responded to the fire near North 70th and Y Streets at 11:19 p.m., and the first fire crews to arrive reported a major fire in the home’s attached … The post Fireworks caused $80,000 worth of damage to Lincoln’s home appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Sheriff vows to take action if illegal alien who allegedly raped Border Patrol agent is allowed to walk https://thesarpycounty.com/sheriff-vows-to-take-action-if-illegal-alien-who-allegedly-raped-border-patrol-agent-is-allowed-to-walk/ The Arizona Sheriff vowed to enforce the law after an illegal immigrant brutally attacked a female border guard. In accordance with Fox NewsCochise County Sheriff Mark Dannels said if the federal government decides not to prosecute the attacker, his office will take charge of the case. “If the U.S. Attorney declines to prosecute, we will … The post Sheriff vows to take action if illegal alien who allegedly raped Border Patrol agent is allowed to walk appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Failed weight loss surgery turns woman’s stomach into concrete https://thesarpycounty.com/failed-weight-loss-surgery-turns-womans-stomach-into-concrete/ A woman who raised more than £2,000 via GoFundMe for her gastric sleeve surgery is left to fight for her life after a failed operation left her stomach ‘like concrete’. Pinky Jolly, 45, traveled to Istanbul, Turkey for a weight loss procedure in November 2022 after weighing over 17-11 pounds. British doctors have confirmed the … The post Failed weight loss surgery turns woman’s stomach into concrete appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha police investigate the killing of the man injured in Benson https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-police-investigate-the-killing-of-the-man-injured-in-benson/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Police are investigating after one person was injured in a shooting Sunday afternoon. The Omaha Police Department says officers were called to the area between 60th and Corby Streets at around 3:14 p.m. to a report of gunfire. Used shell casings were found at the scene, police say. Ten minutes later, … The post Omaha police investigate the killing of the man injured in Benson appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Large police presence seen in downtown North Platte https://thesarpycounty.com/large-police-presence-seen-in-downtown-north-platte/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – A large police presence is currently in downtown North Platte. The accident occurred near Jeffers Street and Reid Avenue. According to a reporter on the scene, the North Platte Police Department has taken an individual into custody and is searching the home. This is an ongoing story, stay tuned to … The post Large police presence seen in downtown North Platte appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.