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Nebraska State Sen. Megan Hunt faced with Ethics Complaint https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-sen-megan-hunt-faced-with-ethics-complaint/ Nebraska State Senator Megan Hunt, from Omaha, is facing an official investigation for a possible conflict of interest regarding LB574, a bill that would limit Medicaid coverage for transgender care. The complaint was filed by an Omaha attorney, David Begley, claiming that Hunt’s vote against the bill, expanding Medicaid coverage to trans care, could provide … The post Nebraska State Sen. Megan Hunt faced with Ethics Complaint appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Additional charges added in Fonner Park homicide case https://thesarpycounty.com/additional-charges-added-in-fonner-park-homicide-case/ Grand Island Teenager Charged with Robbery in Connection to Todd Scherer’s March Murder Another teenager from Grand Island has been charged with robbery in the March murder of Todd Scherer at Fonner Park. Lane Harris, 17, has been hit with felony robbery and conspiracy to commit robbery charges. He is expected to appear in Hall … The post Additional charges added in Fonner Park homicide case appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Jason Isbell rocks The Orpheum stage. https://thesarpycounty.com/jason-isbell-rocks-the-orpheum-stage/ Grammy-winning alt-country artist, Jason Isbell, is set to take the stage with his band, the 400 Unit, for a live performance at The Orpheum on Tuesday, May 2 at 8 p.m. Admission for the show ranges from $49 to $70, making it an affordable event for any music lover to attend. Jason Isbell has eight … The post Jason Isbell rocks The Orpheum stage. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

House Republicans pass debt ceiling hike with significant spending reductions https://thesarpycounty.com/house-republicans-pass-debt-ceiling-hike-with-significant-spending-reductions/ U.S. House Republicans managed to pass their plan to temporarily raise the nation’s borrowing limit and cut spending by scaling back significant aspects of President Joe Biden’s climate and tax law. The measure, named the Limit, Save, Grow Act, passed by a narrow margin of 217-215 votes. The bill aims to slash key parts of … The post House Republicans pass debt ceiling hike with significant spending reductions appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Creighton University internship fills local vacancies https://thesarpycounty.com/creighton-university-internship-fills-local-vacancies/ As the job market becomes increasingly competitive, companies are offering higher salaries and expanding their recruitment efforts to attract new talent. Creighton University’s John P. Fahey Internship Program is one such initiative that is bringing skilled applicants to the Omaha area. Taylor Rowland, a student about to graduate from Creighton University, is ready to start … The post Creighton University internship fills local vacancies appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NYC man shot dead during attempted robbery, Zaire Allen arrested: police https://thesarpycounty.com/nyc-man-shot-dead-during-attempted-robbery-zaire-allen-arrested-police/ NYPD officials announced on Wednesday that a 19-year-old gunman had been taken into custody in connection with the murder of a 24-year-old man in March. Zaire Allen, who had fled to Baltimore, was extradited back to New York and charged with murder in relation to the death of Alonza Georgia, who was shot and killed … The post NYC man shot dead during attempted robbery, Zaire Allen arrested: police appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Advocates for children seek more volunteers. https://thesarpycounty.com/advocates-for-children-seek-more-volunteers/ The demand for volunteers to serve as advocates for children in court remains high, according to Kathryn Carlson, the director of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Northeast Nebraska. Since assuming the role in September 2020, Carlson has been striving to recruit five new CASA volunteers within the next year to address the dire need for … The post Advocates for children seek more volunteers. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Colorado woman killed in rock attack; 3 men in custody https://thesarpycounty.com/colorado-woman-killed-in-rock-attack-3-men-in-custody/ Three young men have been charged with murder in connection with what authorities are calling a rock-spree homicide. Joseph Koenig, Nicholas “Mitch” Karol-Chik, and Zachary Kwak, all of Arvada, Colorado, are suspected of hurling large landscaping rocks at multiple vehicles in Boulder and Jefferson counties the night of April 19th. The final target of the … The post Colorado woman killed in rock attack; 3 men in custody appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Wahoo Resource Teacher Goes Beyond Limits to Enhance Learning Experience” https://thesarpycounty.com/wahoo-resource-teacher-goes-beyond-limits-to-enhance-learning-experience/ Wahoo High School’s very own Mrs. Kristal Brabec has been awarded the Golden Apple Award for the month of April 2023. Co-presented by 10/11 and Doane University College of Education, this monthly recognition is given to an outstanding teacher who deserves recognition for their selfless service to their students. Mrs. Brabec, a resource teacher, has … The post “Wahoo Resource Teacher Goes Beyond Limits to Enhance Learning Experience” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Baxter Arena Takes a Trip Down Memory Lane with 90’s Playlist” https://thesarpycounty.com/baxter-arena-takes-a-trip-down-memory-lane-with-90s-playlist/ Vanilla Ice, Juvenile, Trina, Montell Jordan, and All 4 One are bringing back the Nineties with an ultimate throwback experience, titled “My 90’s Playlist”. The event is scheduled to take place on April 29 this year, at the Baxter Arena, starting at 7 p.m. with tickets ranging from $89 to $280. The Nineties witnessed a … The post “Baxter Arena Takes a Trip Down Memory Lane with 90’s Playlist” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska’s proposed tax breaks lack fiscal responsibility https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraskas-proposed-tax-breaks-lack-fiscal-responsibility/ The absence of fiscal conservatism among politicians today has started to become an issue of concern. The phrase once referred specifically to Republicans and the desire to maintain the health of the government’s balance sheet as well as uphold protection against government waste. There seems, though, to be a dwindling number of people in the … The post Nebraska’s proposed tax breaks lack fiscal responsibility appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

MCC holds signing event for students pursuing skilled trade careers. https://thesarpycounty.com/mcc-holds-signing-event-for-students-pursuing-skilled-trade-careers/ Eli Weiss, a local prospect with a passion for precision machining, has drawn significant attention from employers despite not having a star rating. Weiss spoke about his experience with traditional schooling, stating that it “wasn’t [his] thing,” and how he plans to pursue a career in the trade industry with the help of his sponsors. … The post MCC holds signing event for students pursuing skilled trade careers. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Pras Michel of Fugees convicted in political fraud case. https://thesarpycounty.com/pras-michel-of-fugees-convicted-in-political-fraud-case/ Former Fugees rapper, Prakazrel “Pras” Michel, has been found guilty of involvement in multimillion-dollar political conspiracies that spanned two US presidencies. Michel was alleged to have funneled money from Jho Low, a Malaysian financer who is now a fugitive, to straw donors for Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign. The evidence presented in court revealed that … The post Pras Michel of Fugees convicted in political fraud case. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Unwanted guest sneaks into Norfolk unnoticed https://thesarpycounty.com/unwanted-guest-sneaks-into-norfolk-unnoticed/ Northeast Nebraska is not known for having brown recluse spiders around their region. However, Extension educator for Madison, Pierce, and Antelope counties, Wayne Ohnesorg, was surprised to receive a brown recluse spider brought in by a concerned resident from the area in September 2022. Ohnesorg, also known as the “bug guy,” confirmed that people often … The post Unwanted guest sneaks into Norfolk unnoticed appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Detention ruling for Omaha Councilman Palermo and retired OPD captain postponed by judge https://thesarpycounty.com/detention-ruling-for-omaha-councilman-palermo-and-retired-opd-captain-postponed-by-judge/ Three men, including an Omaha City Councilman, are to remain in custody after their detention hearing on Wednesday, according to a ruling by Magistrate Judge Cheryl Zwart. The judge stated that a decision on whether 49-year-old Councilman Vinny Palermo and his co-defendants, retired Omaha Police Capt. Richard “Richie” Gonzalez, 55; and Jack Olson, 66, will … The post Detention ruling for Omaha Councilman Palermo and retired OPD captain postponed by judge appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Detention ruling for Omaha Councilman Palermo and retired OPD captain delayed by judge https://thesarpycounty.com/detention-ruling-for-omaha-councilman-palermo-and-retired-opd-captain-delayed-by-judge/ Three men, including Omaha City Councilman Vinny Palermo, have been ruled in custody until further review of evidence, according to a judgment on Wednesday by Magistrate Judge Cheryl Zwart. A final ruling will be made on Friday which will determine if Councilman Palermo, retired Omaha Police Capt. Richard “Richie” Gonzalez, and Jack Olson, chief fundraiser … The post Detention ruling for Omaha Councilman Palermo and retired OPD captain delayed by judge appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Palermo ousted as council VP; Douglas County delays vote on mental health facility. https://thesarpycounty.com/palermo-ousted-as-council-vp-douglas-county-delays-vote-on-mental-health-facility/ Omaha City Council has removed Councilmember Vinny Palermo as council vice president temporarily, following his indictment for alleged corruption charges. Along with three other defendants, two of whom are former Omaha police officers, Palermo stands accused of defrauding the Latino Peace Officers Association and Police Athletics for Community Engagement. The week-long removal came into effect … The post Palermo ousted as council VP; Douglas County delays vote on mental health facility. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Lawmakers Support Colleague Amid Conflict of Interest Complaint https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-lawmakers-support-colleague-amid-conflict-of-interest-complaint/ Nebraska lawmakers have stepped forward to defend State Sen. Megan Hunt of Omaha after a complaint was filed against her alleging that she may have a potential conflict of interest regarding proposed restrictions on gender-affirming care for minors. David Begley, an Omaha-based attorney filed the complaint, claiming that Hunt may have a potential financial conflict … The post Nebraska Lawmakers Support Colleague Amid Conflict of Interest Complaint appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Former Omaha officer, councilman in court amidst indictment https://thesarpycounty.com/former-omaha-officer-councilman-in-court-amidst-indictment/ Three high-profile individuals, former Omaha Police Captain Richard Gonzalez, Omaha City Councilmember Vinny Palermo, and fundraiser Jack Olson, were in court on Wednesday to learn if they would remain in jail before a possible trial. However, after a long day at the federal courthouse in Lincoln, Nebraska, no decision was made on whether they would … The post Former Omaha officer, councilman in court amidst indictment appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

San Francisco DA changes stance on charging transient for attack on ex-fire commissioner with crowbar. https://thesarpycounty.com/san-francisco-da-changes-stance-on-charging-transient-for-attack-on-ex-fire-commissioner-with-crowbar/ San Francisco prosecutors have backtracked from their initial decision to drop charges against Garrett Doty, a vagrant who beat former fire commissioner Don Carmignani with a crowbar. This change in direction came shortly after The Post shed light on the prosecution’s apparent plan to let the case slide. On Tuesday, prosecutors had informed Carmignani that … The post San Francisco DA changes stance on charging transient for attack on ex-fire commissioner with crowbar. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Annual Tour Ahead: Singer’s Express and Jazz Machine Get Ready https://thesarpycounty.com/annual-tour-ahead-singers-express-and-jazz-machine-get-ready/ Northeast Community College’s annual spring tour is just around the corner, and the Singer’s Express and Jazz Machine groups are preparing to embark on a combined 2,200-mile journey throughout Nebraska, South Dakota, and Iowa. The tour aims to spread joy and promote Northeast Community College and its programs by bringing music to schools in these … The post Annual Tour Ahead: Singer’s Express and Jazz Machine Get Ready appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

North Dakota restricts restroom access for transgender individuals https://thesarpycounty.com/north-dakota-restricts-restroom-access-for-transgender-individuals/ North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum has signed a new bill into law prohibiting transgender children and adults from accessing bathrooms, locker rooms, or showers that correspond with the gender they identify with in places like college dorms or jails. The American Civil Liberties Union informs that this year alone, more than 450 bills have been … The post North Dakota restricts restroom access for transgender individuals appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Morrill Hall renovation set for May 1 commencement. https://thesarpycounty.com/morrill-hall-renovation-set-for-may-1-commencement/ The University of Nebraska State Museum-Morrill Hall has announced that it will commence a nine-month deferred maintenance and renovation project on May 1, 2021. Despite the construction work, the museum will remain open. The renovation project aims to complete the deferred maintenance approved and funded by the Nebraska Legislature last April. Improvements during the renovation … The post Morrill Hall renovation set for May 1 commencement. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Koterba’s Drawings Highlight Omaha’s Beauty https://thesarpycounty.com/koterbas-drawings-highlight-omahas-beauty/ Renowned cartoonist Jeff Koterba has been captivating readers with his work for as long as he can remember. It all began at the age of five in South Omaha, where he would draw cartoons for a newspaper he created specifically for his parents. Though his readership was limited, he knew from a young age that … The post Koterba’s Drawings Highlight Omaha’s Beauty appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Congressional leaders divided on work requirements for food aid and climate funds in agriculture. https://thesarpycounty.com/congressional-leaders-divided-on-work-requirements-for-food-aid-and-climate-funds-in-agriculture/ Congressional agricultural leaders in the US are divided over work requirements and the distribution of funds for climate projects in a proposed farm bill. At the North American Agricultural Journalists conference, three of the top four congressional agriculture leaders expressed commitment to generating a new farm bill that addresses the needs of rural Americans through … The post Congressional leaders divided on work requirements for food aid and climate funds in agriculture. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Renovations set to begin in May for Nebraska State Museum’s Morill Hall. https://thesarpycounty.com/renovations-set-to-begin-in-may-for-nebraska-state-museums-morill-hall/ The University of Nebraska Lincoln has declared that a renovation for Morrill Hall will begin in May, as stated in a press release. The University of Nebraska State Museum-Morrill Hall has approved and funded a nine-month delayed maintenance and renovation project, commencing on May 1. Despite the ongoing construction, the museum will remain open throughout … The post Renovations set to begin in May for Nebraska State Museum’s Morill Hall. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Yadira Arroyo’s killer receives life sentence without parole https://thesarpycounty.com/yadira-arroyos-killer-receives-life-sentence-without-parole/ The man found guilty of hitting FDNY EMT Yadira Arroyo with her own ambulance in 2017 was sentenced on Wednesday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for committing the crime. Arroyo’s killer, Jose Gonzalez, will never be able to roam the streets again, according to Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh, who released a … The post Yadira Arroyo’s killer receives life sentence without parole appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Possible abduction leads to arrest in Boyd County https://thesarpycounty.com/possible-abduction-leads-to-arrest-in-boyd-county/ A dramatic forced abduction incident that extended across state borders recently concluded with a joint effort between the law enforcement agencies of multiple counties in Nebraska. The suspect, a 25-year-old South Dakota man, was ultimately placed under arrest after leading a 23-year-old South Dakota woman into Nebraska, leading the local authorities on a highway chase, … The post Possible abduction leads to arrest in Boyd County appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha’s Show Wagon reemerges with rebranding and updated appearance https://thesarpycounty.com/omahas-show-wagon-reemerges-with-rebranding-and-updated-appearance/ Omaha, Nebraska has a rich tradition of nurturing young talent through the Show Wagon, which dates back to 1951. The traveling stage provided a platform for kids to showcase their talents in their own neighborhoods. However, the advent of time saw a dwindling of sponsors, which led to the fading away of the iconic Show … The post Omaha’s Show Wagon reemerges with rebranding and updated appearance appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Tecumseh man killed, woman charged with motor vehicle homicide https://thesarpycounty.com/tecumseh-man-killed-woman-charged-with-motor-vehicle-homicide/ Tecumseh Woman Charged with Hit-and-Run and Motor Vehicle Homicide in Death of Johnson County Central Graduate A Tecumseh woman has been charged by the Johnson County Attorney’s Office for leaving the scene of an accident without rendering aid and motor vehicle homicide in connection with the death of Logan Ascheman, a young Johnson County Central … The post Tecumseh man killed, woman charged with motor vehicle homicide appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.