Edith Parks

Brian Laundry’s mother finally opens up about the ‘burn after reading’ note she wrote to her son https://thesarpycounty.com/brian-laundrys-mother-finally-opens-up-about-the-burn-after-reading-note-she-wrote-to-her-son/ Brian Laundry’s mother claims the controversial letter to her son offering to “help bury the body” was written months before he killed his girlfriend, Gabby Petito, and had nothing to do with her murder. Speaking about the note for the first time, Roberta Lowdry said in an affidavit that parts of the “bizarre” letter, including … The post Brian Laundry’s mother finally opens up about the ‘burn after reading’ note she wrote to her son appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“They Are Our Future”: Two friends launch a cutting-edge mentoring program in Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/they-are-our-future-two-friends-launch-a-cutting-edge-mentoring-program-in-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Two friends’ dream came true Tuesday when a bus pulled into the Malone Community Center. The MIND program brought four young boys on board for a free haircut and a safe place to talk. “We wanted to combine barbershop and consulting,” said KB Mensah, one of the co-developers. “We really wanted … The post “They Are Our Future”: Two friends launch a cutting-edge mentoring program in Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

It’s time to talk to your elderly loved ones about assisted living https://thesarpycounty.com/its-time-to-talk-to-your-elderly-loved-ones-about-assisted-living/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – A Grand Island facility is urging people to talk to their loved ones about assisted living accommodations before it’s too late. Deb Quick, sales director at Primrose Retirement Community, told Local4 that moving into an assisted living facility is better done sooner rather than later. If a person’s health deteriorates, … The post It’s time to talk to your elderly loved ones about assisted living appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man rescued from Little Salt Creek after car crash https://thesarpycounty.com/man-rescued-from-little-salt-creek-after-car-crash/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Lifeguards were busy on a rope rescue Tuesday night after a man crashed his car into Little Salt Creek. Volunteers from Raymond Fire & Rescue were called to the 27th Street and Arbor Road area shortly before 8:30 p.m. due to a report that the vehicle had driven into a creek. … The post Man rescued from Little Salt Creek after car crash appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lawyer: Black Iowa players risk under Ferenc https://thesarpycounty.com/lawyer-black-iowa-players-risk-under-ferenc/ A lawyer representing a dozen former Iowa football players who have earned more than $4 million from the university’s sports department, half of which comes from taxpayer money, said Tuesday that Black Hawks players will continue to be at risk of harassment “until Kirk Ferenc is responsible.” Damario Solomon-Simmons’ lawyer said in a press release … The post Lawyer: Black Iowa players risk under Ferenc appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Vandals tore football fields on Lake Zorinsky https://thesarpycounty.com/vandals-tore-football-fields-on-lake-zorinsky/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The purpose of football practice is to move your feet, but deep tire ruts have added an unwelcome flavor to training at Lake Zorina Fields. “Definitely, this is a big obstacle, because they can twist their ankle and they can definitely hurt someone,” said Boris Gomez. Recently, a driving vandal destroyed … The post Vandals tore football fields on Lake Zorinsky appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Board Roles Target Four Legislative Proposals https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-board-roles-target-four-legislative-proposals/ LINCOLN. Defenders of the separately elected Nebraska State Board of Education on Tuesday opposed four legislative proposals aimed at limiting the powers of the increasingly conservative State Board and transferring them to the governor. Legislative Resolution 24CA, a constitutional amendment introduced by State Senator Johny Albrecht, would abolish the State Council and transfer its current … The post Nebraska Board Roles Target Four Legislative Proposals appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

How often you go to the bathroom can influence your risk of developing bowel cancer in the future. https://thesarpycounty.com/how-often-you-go-to-the-bathroom-can-influence-your-risk-of-developing-bowel-cancer-in-the-future/ Colorectal cancer is the most common cancer among both sexes, accounting for almost 43,000 new cases in the UK each year. Several complex biological mechanisms are involved in the development of the disease. According to various studies, the frequency of bowel movements may play a role in determining a person’s risk. Medical experts have long … The post How often you go to the bathroom can influence your risk of developing bowel cancer in the future. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska’s race rules Northern Colorado in the home opener https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraskas-race-rules-northern-colorado-in-the-home-opener/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska Athletics) — Nebraska hit three homers Tuesday in a 12-1 run-rule win over seven innings against Northern Colorado in the home opener at Haymarket Park. The Huskers have now homered in 10 straight games, which is the second-longest streak since at least 1999. The Big Red went for rushing yards in 11 … The post Nebraska’s race rules Northern Colorado in the home opener appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The UNL report says only 20% of Nebraskas know about Narcan https://thesarpycounty.com/the-unl-report-says-only-20-of-nebraskas-know-about-narcan/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – Less than half of the state’s population is aware of a product that prevents overdoses. That’s according to a study conducted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, which shows that only 10% to 20% of Nebraskas are aware of Naloxone, also known as Narcan. The nasal spray is designed to open an … The post The UNL report says only 20% of Nebraskas know about Narcan appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Advances in bald eagle conservation make ‘nesting season’ a spectacle https://thesarpycounty.com/advances-in-bald-eagle-conservation-make-nesting-season-a-spectacle/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska’s bald eagle conservationists can take on what they’ve been working on for decades as bald eagle numbers continue to skyrocket from what they were a few decades ago. Efforts are now more focused on making the public aware of their presence. Several thousand bird eagles have been spotted in Nebraska … The post Advances in bald eagle conservation make ‘nesting season’ a spectacle appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Red Oak’s World War II sacrifice was remembered 80 years later: more sons died per capita than in any other US city. https://thesarpycounty.com/red-oaks-world-war-ii-sacrifice-was-remembered-80-years-later-more-sons-died-per-capita-than-in-any-other-us-city/ RED OAK, Iowa (Nebraska) – Red Oak, Iowa resident Lynn Adams has 91 years of stories to tell. “Everything has an interesting history. Do you have time to listen? he chuckled. Lynn was able to tell these stories to visitors to the restored Burlington North Depot. “Amtrak always runs twice a day but is three … The post Red Oak’s World War II sacrifice was remembered 80 years later: more sons died per capita than in any other US city. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

US court strikes down Missouri gun law as unconstitutional https://thesarpycounty.com/us-court-strikes-down-missouri-gun-law-as-unconstitutional/ JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri. A Missouri law barring local police from enforcing federal gun laws is unconstitutional and invalid, a federal judge said Tuesday. U.S. District Judge Brian Wimes has ruled that the 2021 law is overruled by the federal government under the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution. “At best, this legislation is embarrassing for … The post US court strikes down Missouri gun law as unconstitutional appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Beloved bookstore owner found dead in creek, employee charged with murder https://thesarpycounty.com/beloved-bookstore-owner-found-dead-in-creek-employee-charged-with-murder/ The beloved owner of a popular Atlanta bookstore has been found dead in a creek, and one of her employees, a former boyfriend, has been charged with her kidnapping and murder. The body of Erica Atkins, a 42-year-old mother of two and owner of Birdsong Books in Henry County, was discovered by a fisherman in … The post Beloved bookstore owner found dead in creek, employee charged with murder appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Representatives from North and South Omaha converge to demand $435 million for the communities. https://thesarpycounty.com/representatives-from-north-and-south-omaha-converge-to-demand-435-million-for-the-communities/ LINCOLN. On Tuesday, Omaha North and South representatives came out as a united front for an updated legislative proposal that now requires about $435 million to be distributed primarily to their communities. The additional $100 million – up from $335 million in the Nebraska Economic Recovery Act passed last year – is one of the … The post Representatives from North and South Omaha converge to demand $435 million for the communities. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Light rain Wednesday, chance of snow Thursday https://thesarpycounty.com/light-rain-wednesday-chance-of-snow-thursday/ The air here is cooler than average and will remain throughout the first part of next week. Eventually we will get back around the mean for the highs (sub-50) by the middle of next week. Chances of precipitation are out there over the next couple of days, then again on Saturday. Most of next week … The post Light rain Wednesday, chance of snow Thursday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Clouds and drizzle before the snow arrives https://thesarpycounty.com/clouds-and-drizzle-before-the-snow-arrives/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – A pair of meteorologists will bring a winter mix of precipitation to the Local 4 observation area over the next 48 hours. The first is a weaker disturbance that will hit parts of the region later in the evening. Overcast over the region will thicken as the atmosphere moistens during the … The post Clouds and drizzle before the snow arrives appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Vendors and campus partners sought for Opening Days on East Campus https://thesarpycounty.com/vendors-and-campus-partners-sought-for-opening-days-on-east-campus/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska Today) – The University of Nebraska – The Lincoln Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources is seeking farmers, other vendors, and Husker departments to attend the third annual East Campus Opening Day and Farmers Market. The events, which will run from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on June 10, July 8 and … The post Vendors and campus partners sought for Opening Days on East Campus appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Freight train personnel encourage two-person crew mandate for public safety https://thesarpycounty.com/freight-train-personnel-encourage-two-person-crew-mandate-for-public-safety-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska Examiner) – At 5:21 pm one evening, freight train crews could not tell if a pickup truck was parked on the railroad tracks due to the curvature of the route. Although the train had improved technology, Amanda Snide said there was no indication the truck was there. Emergency brakes were applied at … The post Freight train personnel encourage two-person crew mandate for public safety appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Monster Club in downtown Omaha closes for good on Tuesday. https://thesarpycounty.com/the-monster-club-in-downtown-omaha-closes-for-good-on-tuesday/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Monster Club announced on Tuesday that it has permanently closed its doors. The news comes after rumors on social media that the business will be reopened. The post read in part, “I am deeply saddened to report that this is not the case and the Monster Club is indeed closed … The post The Monster Club in downtown Omaha closes for good on Tuesday. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Five Best Drinks to Relieve the Painful Symptoms of Arthritis – “Anti-Inflammatory” https://thesarpycounty.com/the-five-best-drinks-to-relieve-the-painful-symptoms-of-arthritis-anti-inflammatory/ Millions of Britons suffer daily from the symptoms of arthritis and other joint problems. Depending on the type of your condition, you may be left with pain, swelling, stiffness, and problems with mobility. There is no complete cure for arthritis, but there are ways to minimize and alleviate the side effects. As with many diseases, … The post The Five Best Drinks to Relieve the Painful Symptoms of Arthritis – “Anti-Inflammatory” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Iowa man charged with multiple car thefts https://thesarpycounty.com/iowa-man-charged-with-multiple-car-thefts/ FREMONT COUNTY, Iowa (Nebraska) – A southwestern Iowa man faces multiple charges related to stolen vehicles. According to the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, in February 2023, the sheriff’s office spotted a car at an address on Park Street in Tabora, Iowa that was reported to have been stolen from neighboring Atchison County, Missouri. Deputies searched … The post Iowa man charged with multiple car thefts appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Homeowner shot naked woman in the leg after she allegedly broke into the house with a frying pan https://thesarpycounty.com/homeowner-shot-naked-woman-in-the-leg-after-she-allegedly-broke-into-the-house-with-a-frying-pan/ How do you feel about the fact that a naked woman with a frying pan attacks you in your house? The Virginia homeowner had the answer. The Carroll County Sheriff’s Department explained the incident on February 26 at facebook post. The report said a homeowner in Austinsville heard a noise in the back of his … The post Homeowner shot naked woman in the leg after she allegedly broke into the house with a frying pan appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

US Senate Commission Investigates How Cryptocurrency Mining Increases Energy Consumption https://thesarpycounty.com/us-senate-commission-investigates-how-cryptocurrency-mining-increases-energy-consumption/ WASHINGTON — So-called mining of digital assets, or cryptocurrencies, consumes as much electricity as some entire countries, and U.S. senators took up the matter Tuesday at what they say was their first hearing on the energy implications of a digital currency. Cryptocurrency mining in both Nebraska and Pennsylvania was discussed, in particular, by members of … The post US Senate Commission Investigates How Cryptocurrency Mining Increases Energy Consumption appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Sixth grade students take “Ajijaak” at the Lied Center https://thesarpycounty.com/sixth-grade-students-take-ajijaak-at-the-lied-center/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A unique show is at the Lied Center in Lincoln. It is called “Ajijaak” and features puppets created by the Jim Henson Creature Shop. The IBEX Puppetry show tells the story of a young whooping crane separated from her family. It depicts Native American culture and mixes Native dialogue with English. … The post Sixth grade students take “Ajijaak” at the Lied Center appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Native American protesters seek hearing on Lincoln’s housing project https://thesarpycounty.com/native-american-protesters-seek-hearing-on-lincolns-housing-project/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (COLOGNE) – The fight isn’t over yet. The ACLU announced Tuesday that a lawsuit will be filed against the city of Lincoln on behalf of those protesting a controversial housing project near Wilderness Park. While the project has the support of the city, it has faced opposition from Native American activists who are … The post Native American protesters seek hearing on Lincoln’s housing project appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Another round restaurant hosts a real estate networking event in North Platte https://thesarpycounty.com/another-round-restaurant-hosts-a-real-estate-networking-event-in-north-platte/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) -Another round restaurant is hosting the Central Nebraska Real Estate Meetup in North Platte on Thursday. The networking event for those interested in learning more about the real estate business, how to get started and also how to capitalize on the business. The purpose of the event is to expose those … The post Another round restaurant hosts a real estate networking event in North Platte appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha City Council approves consultant to work on climate action plan by 4 to 3; $375,000 commission-covering grant https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-city-council-approves-consultant-to-work-on-climate-action-plan-by-4-to-3-375000-commission-covering-grant/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) — The Omaha City Council has approved a consultant to develop a Climate Action and Resilience Plan for the city. The council voted 4-3 in favor. Council members who were opposed instead voted to delay the vote until April 4, saying they needed more time to consider the proposal and other options. … The post Omaha City Council approves consultant to work on climate action plan by 4 to 3; $375,000 commission-covering grant appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska bill seeks to ban preschool suspension from elementary school https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-bill-seeks-to-ban-preschool-suspension-from-elementary-school/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — In Nebraska, efforts are being made to change what is often referred to as the assembly line from school to prison. Preschoolers also participate in the push. “There is a significant disparity in who we punish,” said Elisabeth Einon-Kokrda of the Educational Rights Council. “We punish minority children on the basis … The post Nebraska bill seeks to ban preschool suspension from elementary school appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Pure ‘evil’: Former monster father Michael Valva testifies she put kids in garage https://thesarpycounty.com/pure-evil-former-monster-father-michael-valva-testifies-she-put-kids-in-garage/ The ex-fiancee of ex-killer cop Michael Valva admitted at her own Long Island trial Tuesday that she did something “evil” — forcing Valva’s 8-year-old autistic son to herd him into a cold garage the night before he died. “I mistreated them. I treated them badly. I put them in the garage. It was terrible. Yes, … The post Pure ‘evil’: Former monster father Michael Valva testifies she put kids in garage appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.