Edith Parks

GOP immigration bill proposes asylum limits & border security funding increase https://thesarpycounty.com/gop-immigration-bill-proposes-asylum-limits-border-security-funding-increase/ Republican House leaders have unveiled a comprehensive immigration package consisting of bills that aims to allocate millions in funds for border security and introduce extensive restrictions on asylum at the United States-Mexico border. This move is in stark contrast with the Biden administration’s announcement earlier in the day of how it plans to handle legal … The post GOP immigration bill proposes asylum limits & border security funding increase appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska’s political landscape shifts with mysterious megadonor family’s influence. https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraskas-political-landscape-shifts-with-mysterious-megadonor-familys-influence/ Nebraska’s Lincoln mayor’s race has become the center of attention following an unprecedented multimillion-dollar investment by the Peed family and their business, Sandhills Global. The family has contributed over $1.6 million to the campaign, dominating other donors, including Ricketts family donors, by a significant margin. The donations have been directed towards aiding Republican Suzanne Geist … The post Nebraska’s political landscape shifts with mysterious megadonor family’s influence. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Brooklyn NYPD patrol car’s back window shot with officers onboard https://thesarpycounty.com/brooklyn-nypd-patrol-cars-back-window-shot-with-officers-onboard/ On Saturday, a parked NYPD patrol car was the subject of gunfire in Brooklyn. The back window of the vehicle took a direct hit as two officers sat inside, according to sources from the police department. Fortunately, the officers were uninjured during the shocking incident. The details surrounding the shooting remain unclear. It is uncertain … The post Brooklyn NYPD patrol car’s back window shot with officers onboard appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Water mains continue to be flushed. https://thesarpycounty.com/water-mains-continue-to-be-flushed/ Norfolk Water Division Launches Annual Water Main Flushing Program The Norfolk Water Division has begun its annual water main flushing program as part of its efforts to maintain water safety and quality for its customers. The program started on April 24 and will end on June 2, 2022. During this period, water flushing activities will … The post Water mains continue to be flushed. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“27 new trees planted in local park for Gretna’s Arbor Day celebration” https://thesarpycounty.com/27-new-trees-planted-in-local-park-for-gretnas-arbor-day-celebration/ A local business in Gretna, Nebraska marked the celebration of Arbor Day with the Gretna Arbor Society, through the planting of 27 new native trees in Lincoln Park. This move is part of a concerted effort to breathe more life into the local park and enhance its aesthetic appeal. Spearheading this initiative is Amy Nakai, … The post “27 new trees planted in local park for Gretna’s Arbor Day celebration” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LNW Hope Squad partners with Lincoln Northwest for baseball game. https://thesarpycounty.com/lnw-hope-squad-partners-with-lincoln-northwest-for-baseball-game/ Lincoln Northwest High School partnered with its Hope Squad, a peer-led support group, to raise awareness about mental health during its recent baseball game. The green ribbons and socks worn by the players and individuals at the game served as a reminder of the one in six youth, aged six to 17, that face mental … The post LNW Hope Squad partners with Lincoln Northwest for baseball game. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha’s Pipe Band Keeps the Rhythm Going Strong https://thesarpycounty.com/omahas-pipe-band-keeps-the-rhythm-going-strong/ Non-profit organization Omaha Pipes and Drums teaches bagpipes and drums for free and offers scholarships to attend workshops across the country. The group, consisting of nine pipe players and five drummers, has competed in the annual World Pipe Band Championship in Scotland twice (in 2004 and 2017) and plans to continue to do so. Despite … The post Omaha’s Pipe Band Keeps the Rhythm Going Strong appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Public School Advocates Rally Against Proposed ‘Opportunity Scholarship’ Bill in Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/public-school-advocates-rally-against-proposed-opportunity-scholarship-bill-in-nebraska/ Advocates for public schools came together for a rally at the State Capitol in Lincoln, Nebraska. Their purpose was to protest the Legislative Bill 753, proposed by Senator Lou Ann Linehan of Elkhorn, which would provide state tax credits to those who donate to organizations providing scholarships for students attending private schools. The bill would … The post Public School Advocates Rally Against Proposed ‘Opportunity Scholarship’ Bill in Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Long trains pose serious issues for railroads, warns industry experts. https://thesarpycounty.com/long-trains-pose-serious-issues-for-railroads-warns-industry-experts/ Federal regulators have issued a warning to railroads, instructing them to ensure their training and operating procedures account for the problems associated with long trains. The Federal Railroad Administration released its latest safety advisory on Thursday, recognizing the lengthy trains that can stretch over two miles long mean that engineers need to be trained accordingly, … The post Long trains pose serious issues for railroads, warns industry experts. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Gunman shoots and wounds two in Manhattan before escaping https://thesarpycounty.com/gunman-shoots-and-wounds-two-in-manhattan-before-escaping/ A shooting incident that occurred in the Hell’s Kitchen area of New York City left two individuals injured over the weekend, sources have confirmed. The attack took place on West 46th Street and 9th Avenue at approximately 5:45 p.m. on Saturday when the culprit approached one of the victims and discharged a firearm, according to … The post Gunman shoots and wounds two in Manhattan before escaping appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nucor Celebrates Arbor Day with Local Students https://thesarpycounty.com/nucor-celebrates-arbor-day-with-local-students/ Over 200 students participated in a tree planting event at the Nucor Detailing Center last Friday, in celebration of Arbor Day. This event, which was co-sponsored by the Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District, aimed to educate fourth-graders from five local elementary schools on the importance of trees and tree planting, even under less-than-ideal weather conditions. … The post Nucor Celebrates Arbor Day with Local Students appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man allegedly stabs mother in the head, arrested at West Omaha apartment. https://thesarpycounty.com/man-allegedly-stabs-mother-in-the-head-arrested-at-west-omaha-apartment/ In a bizarre incident in Omaha, Nebraska, a mother was allegedly stabbed by her own son in the wee hours of Saturday morning. Reports from the Omaha Police Department suggest that the authorities were alerted to an apartment in the vicinity of Dorcas Plaza & S 140th Plaza shortly after 12:34 am on Saturday, following … The post Man allegedly stabs mother in the head, arrested at West Omaha apartment. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

West Lincoln Robbery: LPD Responds https://thesarpycounty.com/west-lincoln-robbery-lpd-responds/ Lincoln, Nebraska – The police department in Lincoln responded to a robbery incident that took place on Friday night in a household near West C and Southwest Eight streets. As per the reports received, a 31-year-old man was unloading his vehicle when another man approached him. According to the witness, the unknown man carried a … The post West Lincoln Robbery: LPD Responds appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Abortion Ban Fails by One Vote, 20-Week Limit Remains https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-abortion-ban-fails-by-one-vote-20-week-limit-remains/ The Nebraska Legislature failed to pass Legislative Bill 626 on Thursday, which proposed to ban abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, when an ultrasound suggests embryonic cardiac activity. Republican Senator Joni Albrecht’s proposed bill fell short of the required 33 votes to end debate, obtaining 32 votes, with two senators, Merv Riepe of Ralston and … The post Nebraska Abortion Ban Fails by One Vote, 20-Week Limit Remains appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Pillen’s co-owned pork processor bags $25M US grant. https://thesarpycounty.com/pillens-co-owned-pork-processor-bags-25m-us-grant/ Wholestone Farms, the pork processing company that revived the former Hormel plant in Fremont, Nebraska, was awarded a $25 million federal grant last month as part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s efforts to help smaller local meat processors compete against larger national and international conglomerates. Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen, who is one of roughly … The post Pillen’s co-owned pork processor bags $25M US grant. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Stabbing injures woman early Saturday, life-threatening injuries possible https://thesarpycounty.com/stabbing-injures-woman-early-saturday-life-threatening-injuries-possible/ Omaha Police Officials released a statement on Saturday detailing a stabbing that occurred at South 140th Plaza, indicating that a 46-year-old woman sustained potentially life-threatening injuries. According to the Omaha Police Department (OPD), the incident was reported at approximately 12:34 a.m. on Saturday, with officers dispatched to investigate a cutting. Upon their arrival, officers found … The post Stabbing injures woman early Saturday, life-threatening injuries possible appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NYC woman found dead in trash chute, father alleges husband’s involvement in murder. https://thesarpycounty.com/nyc-woman-found-dead-in-trash-chute-father-alleges-husbands-involvement-in-murder/ A new development has emerged in a Manhattan woman’s death that has taken the media by storm. The father of the woman whose body was found at the bottom of a trash chute in her Union Square building has filed a lawsuit alleging that her husband had her killed. Nicholas Prychodko of Canada claims that … The post NYC woman found dead in trash chute, father alleges husband’s involvement in murder. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Board of education discusses key topics in meeting. https://thesarpycounty.com/board-of-education-discusses-key-topics-in-meeting/ The Norfolk Public Schools Board of Education convened for their regular meeting on Thursday afternoon in the central administration office located at 512 Phillip Ave. The meeting commenced at noon and unfolded for a concise 16 minutes. The five members present were Teri Bauer, Cindy Booth, Brenda Carhart, Lindsay Dixon, and Beth Shashikant. The board … The post Board of education discusses key topics in meeting. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Council members demand resignation after Vinny Palermo’s detention. https://thesarpycounty.com/council-members-demand-resignation-after-vinny-palermos-detention/ The city council of Omaha’s District 4 is currently without representation following a judge’s decision to detain Vinny Palermo until his trial date. This move is projected to leave the seat empty for approximately three months. Reacting to this development, Brinker Harding of District 6 and Aimee Melton of District 7 have called for Palermo’s … The post Council members demand resignation after Vinny Palermo’s detention. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska surrenders lead in 9th inning, falls to Minnesota. https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-surrenders-lead-in-9th-inning-falls-to-minnesota/ In a heart-wrenching defeat, the Nebraska Cornhuskers lost 9-7 to the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday night in a closely contested college baseball game at Hawks Field. Nebraska started the last inning with a 5-4 lead, but Minnesota staged an impressive rally to come from behind and win the game. Kris Hokenson was the hero … The post Nebraska surrenders lead in 9th inning, falls to Minnesota. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

2023 Memorial Park Concert Seeking Local Bands. https://thesarpycounty.com/2023-memorial-park-concert-seeking-local-bands/ Local Musicians Invited to Feature their Music Videos at City of Omaha Memorial Park Concert Omaha, Nebraska – Local bands and solo artists are encouraged to apply to feature their music videos of original songs at the upcoming “City of Omaha Celebrates America” concert held at Memorial Park on Friday, June 30th. The concert which … The post 2023 Memorial Park Concert Seeking Local Bands. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Senate grills credit bureau CEOs; Dem leaders demand medical debt removal https://thesarpycounty.com/senate-grills-credit-bureau-ceos-dem-leaders-demand-medical-debt-removal/ U.S. senators have questioned the transparency and fairness of major credit reporting bureaus and their practices towards consumers. On Thursday, Democratic senators grilled executives from Equifax, TransUnion, and Experian regarding the removal of medical debts from credit reports. Although the bureaus announced last month that medical debt below $500 would be removed from credit reports, … The post Senate grills credit bureau CEOs; Dem leaders demand medical debt removal appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ex-Nebraska coach reunites with heart donor’s mother https://thesarpycounty.com/ex-nebraska-coach-reunites-with-heart-donors-mother/ Omaha, Nebraska – On Friday, Nathanael Garza would have been celebrating his 24th birthday. However, instead of him, six people are still living today, thanks to Nathanael’s selflessness and kindness. One of those six people is Barney Cotton, former Assistant Coach for the Nebraska team, who was lucky enough to receive Nathanael’s heart through organ … The post Ex-Nebraska coach reunites with heart donor’s mother appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Teen shares ominous photo before rock attack that leads to Alexa Bartell’s death, now faces criminal charges. https://thesarpycounty.com/teen-shares-ominous-photo-before-rock-attack-that-leads-to-alexa-bartells-death-now-faces-criminal-charges/ Three Colorado teenagers have been charged with murder in the wake of a rock-throwing spree that resulted in the tragic death of a young female motorist. Eighteen-year-old Joseph Koenig shared an ominous photo on social media several months before the attack, depicting a motorcycle that had a sticker reading “JUST KILLED A WOMAN…FEELING GOOD” plastered … The post Teen shares ominous photo before rock attack that leads to Alexa Bartell’s death, now faces criminal charges. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LENRD Meeting Notes Released: Key Takeaways Revealed https://thesarpycounty.com/lenrd-meeting-notes-released-key-takeaways-revealed/ The Lower Elkhorn Natural Resource District (LENRD) concluded their latest board of directors meeting on Thursday, which was held at their offices on Square Turn Boulevard in Norfolk. All board members were present for this three-hour session, with roughly 20 citizens and staff also in attendance. Below are the highlights of the meeting’s agenda and … The post LENRD Meeting Notes Released: Key Takeaways Revealed appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Westroads Mall bridges e-commerce and brick & mortar retail. https://thesarpycounty.com/westroads-mall-bridges-e-commerce-and-brick-mortar-retail/ Westroads Mall in Omaha, Nebraska is taking on a new role in the era of the digital world. Once a destination for shopping enthusiasts, the mall is becoming a bridge to the digital age with the incorporation of new businesses. In the past, major department stores used to be the backbone of malls all across … The post Westroads Mall bridges e-commerce and brick & mortar retail. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Warm and Windy Weekend Ahead https://thesarpycounty.com/warm-and-windy-weekend-ahead/ After a refreshing Friday with some much-needed rainfall, Saturday promises to be warmer and windier in Lincoln, Nebraska. However, the second half of the weekend is expected to be cooler than Saturday, but still milder than Friday. The forecast indicates that the first half of the next week will usher in a warming trend. According … The post Warm and Windy Weekend Ahead appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Palermo and Co-Defendants to Stay in Federal Custody; Council Demands Resignation. https://thesarpycounty.com/palermo-and-co-defendants-to-stay-in-federal-custody-council-demands-resignation/ A federal judge has ruled that an Omaha City Council member, along with a retired Omaha Police Captain and a fundraiser, will remain in prison until their trial, which is expected to take place in the near future. Vinny Palermo, Rich Gonzalez, and Jack Olson have been accused of several counts of fraud, conspiracy, and … The post Palermo and Co-Defendants to Stay in Federal Custody; Council Demands Resignation. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Senator maintains stance on six-week abortion bill vote. https://thesarpycounty.com/senator-maintains-stance-on-six-week-abortion-bill-vote/ Nebraska State Senator Merv Riepe has refused to vote in favour of the six-week “heartbeat” abortion bill, a decision he confirmed he will not reconsider. Riepe, who had been a cosponsor of the bill, is instead in favour of a less restrictive, 12-week ban that was introduced by Riepe himself on Thursday. However, this proposal … The post Senator maintains stance on six-week abortion bill vote. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Junkstock’s Spring Edition Starts Friday https://thesarpycounty.com/junkstocks-spring-edition-starts-friday/ Junkstock Commences with a Damp Start at Sycamore Farms in Waterloo, Nebraska Waterloo, Nebraska, 4th June: Friday saw a damp start to the much-awaited Junkstock, an event that is cherished by vintage and hand-made enthusiasts. It carries the promise of a trove of treasures hidden within it, and it won’t disappoint this time as well. … The post Junkstock’s Spring Edition Starts Friday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.