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Mission: Service Award Presented to Omaha Veteran at Creighton Game https://thesarpycounty.com/mission-service-award-presented-to-omaha-veteran-at-creighton-game/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) — Berry Lowe presented a missionary service award to a local veteran at a Creighton game Tuesday. Dr. Christopher Dix graduated from Creighton School of Dentistry before using his US Navy degree as a dental officer. He was sent to the Middle East and treated everyone on an aircraft carrier, from the … The post Mission: Service Award Presented to Omaha Veteran at Creighton Game appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Guitar Shop Turns History Into Music https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-guitar-shop-turns-history-into-music/ OMAHA, NE (Nebraska) – Soul Dawg guitarist Terry Olsen has made Phil Whitmarsh a proud father. Phil is a craftsman who coaxed pieces of wood found in the demolished Woolworth store into something special. “When I discovered there was wood in Omaha from an old warehouse that used to be a print shop and that … The post Omaha Guitar Shop Turns History Into Music appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New Yorker arrested for burning pride flag and vandalizing NYPD vehicles https://thesarpycounty.com/new-yorker-arrested-for-burning-pride-flag-and-vandalizing-nypd-vehicles/ Police said a woman was arrested on Monday for alleged criminal activity, including setting fire to a pride flag outside a restaurant in Soho and vandalizing two NYPD vehicles. Police said Angelina Cando, 35, was charged with hate crimes and other offenses in connection with two incidents that occurred from Sunday evening to early Monday … The post New Yorker arrested for burning pride flag and vandalizing NYPD vehicles appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The crash sets a vehicle on fire in southwest Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/the-crash-sets-a-vehicle-on-fire-in-southwest-lincoln/ Authorities respond to an incident on 14th Street Tuesday. LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — A two-vehicle crash in southwest Lincoln on Tuesday caused one of the vehicles to catch fire, officials said. The cars collided on 14th Street south of Old Cheney Road shortly before 8:00 p.m. One person was initially trapped in one of the … The post The crash sets a vehicle on fire in southwest Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Winter is back… https://thesarpycounty.com/winter-is-back/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) — We wouldn’t blame anyone for thinking spring had arrived, but the grim reality will be fulfilled Wednesday when a winter storm joins in, bringing a variety of conditions that will have you reaching for your parka and snow shovels. Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Warnings will be in effect Wednesday … The post Winter is back… appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Doctor calls her own heart attack symptoms ‘terrible reflux’ https://thesarpycounty.com/doctor-calls-her-own-heart-attack-symptoms-terrible-reflux/ The mom-of-two, now 37, said: “I assumed I didn’t feel well because life was crazy and I didn’t get much sleep.” Jessica experienced occasional pain that radiated from her chest to her throat. She recalled: “I just thought I had terrible reflux because I was malnourished and didn’t eat well.” At the time, Jessica had … The post Doctor calls her own heart attack symptoms ‘terrible reflux’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Local COVID emergency declaration remains in place https://thesarpycounty.com/local-covid-emergency-declaration-remains-in-place/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The decision on whether or not to end a local public health emergency is causing controversy in the Lancaster County Board of Commissioners. At a public meeting on Tuesday, Commissioner Matt Schulte had an agenda item to end the county’s COVID emergency. But this subject has not advanced far. “There is … The post Local COVID emergency declaration remains in place appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Shortages cited in Nebraska court personnel, mental health https://thesarpycounty.com/shortages-cited-in-nebraska-court-personnel-mental-health/ LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) – The Chief Justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court is warning lawmakers that there is a need to address understaffing in the state’s judicial branch and unsustainable backlogs in mental health assessments of felony accused. Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael Heavican said in his annual state of the judiciary address Tuesday … The post Shortages cited in Nebraska court personnel, mental health appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ryan Larsen’s mother, lawyers argue why he should be declared dead https://thesarpycounty.com/ryan-larsens-mother-lawyers-argue-why-he-should-be-declared-dead/ PAPILLON, Neb. (Nebraska) — Ryan Larsen has been missing since May 17, 2021. Now his mom, Tammy Larsen, is asking the court to declare Ryan dead. Her lawyers, Sean Conway and Michael Duffy, said during Tuesday’s hearing on the matter that such a move is against Papillion La Vista Public Schools. Duffy said the announcement … The post Ryan Larsen’s mother, lawyers argue why he should be declared dead appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Debate in the Nebraska Legislature over overcrowded state prisons https://thesarpycounty.com/debate-in-the-nebraska-legislature-over-overcrowded-state-prisons/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The state appears poised to spend hundreds of millions of dollars to replace the public penitentiary system, but research, including the state’s own research, says it won’t be enough. The state study says Nebraska’s prison population will rise from 5,800 to 7,400 by 2030, that is, within seven years. It will … The post Debate in the Nebraska Legislature over overcrowded state prisons appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska rural schools go to the four-day week in an effort to attract and retain teachers https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-rural-schools-go-to-the-four-day-week-in-an-effort-to-attract-and-retain-teachers/ WEEPING WATER, Neb. (Nebraska) – As many larger school districts rely on hiring bonuses to recruit teachers, smaller districts have to come up with other ideas. This school year, Weeping Water, a district with fewer than 300 students, became the sixth district in Nebraska to attend a four-day week. Administrators said this was done because … The post Nebraska rural schools go to the four-day week in an effort to attract and retain teachers appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Shortages Cited in Nebraska Judicial Personnel, Mental Health https://thesarpycounty.com/shortages-cited-in-nebraska-judicial-personnel-mental-health/ LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) – The Chief Justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court is warning lawmakers that there is a need to address understaffing in the state’s judicial branch and unsustainable backlogs in mental health assessments of felony accused. Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael Heavican said in his annual state of the judiciary address Tuesday … The post Shortages Cited in Nebraska Judicial Personnel, Mental Health appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NEBRASKA Land Day’s Wild West Arena takes damage https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-land-days-wild-west-arena-takes-damage/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — The Wild West Arena at NEBRASKA Land Day sustained damage Monday. Executive Director David Fudge said the damage occurred at around 10.30pm “Someone went through what would have been the southern wire fence into the vendor area,” Fudge said. “We called the police department and reported it. They went out … The post NEBRASKA Land Day’s Wild West Arena takes damage appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha family forced to evacuate their homes after apartment fire on Tuesday afternoon https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-family-forced-to-evacuate-their-homes-after-apartment-fire-on-tuesday-afternoon/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — An Omaha family was left homeless Tuesday after an electrical fire broke out in their apartment. The family moved just nine days ago. It happened in a complex around 90th Street and south of Western Avenue. The Omaha Fire Department says the fire started while maintenance crews were replacing a dryer. … The post Omaha family forced to evacuate their homes after apartment fire on Tuesday afternoon appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Westside School Board approves special bond and tax election https://thesarpycounty.com/westside-school-board-approves-special-bond-and-tax-election/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Westside School Board approved a special election to request $121 million in bonds and taxes. The goal is to fund infrastructure expansion for Westside Middle and High Schools and to support new construction at Westgate, Loveland and Hillside Elementary Schools. The bond will also support renovations and major renovations at … The post Westside School Board approves special bond and tax election appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Albany Democrats Say Criminal Justice Reform Facts Will Be Cursed https://thesarpycounty.com/albany-democrats-say-criminal-justice-reform-facts-will-be-cursed/ To comply with false advertising laws, Albany must find a new word to describe what is now called a legislative “hearing.” The need arose in connection with a recent extraordinary event at the State Capitol. Albany County District Attorney David Soares, who was invited to testify at a Senate hearing on criminal justice, was subsequently … The post Albany Democrats Say Criminal Justice Reform Facts Will Be Cursed appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Young dad dies hours after ‘joking’ with family https://thesarpycounty.com/young-dad-dies-hours-after-joking-with-family/ A tribute is paid to the “amazing” father who died a few hours after “joking” with his family. Sam Mercer was recovering at home from Valentine’s Day surgery for a broken femur he suffered last December. However, on Sunday, February 19, a 35-year-old man died suddenly. His brother, Tom Hanlon, said Sam was “recovering well” … The post Young dad dies hours after ‘joking’ with family appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Biden administration proposes serious new restrictions on asylum at the border https://thesarpycounty.com/biden-administration-proposes-serious-new-restrictions-on-asylum-at-the-border/ WASHINGTON. The Biden administration is implementing a proposed rule that would bar migrants from applying for asylum at the southern border for two years unless they first asked for protection in the country they traveled through. The administration is aiming to limit asylum claims at the U.S.-Mexico border as the pandemic-era immigration measure is due … The post Biden administration proposes serious new restrictions on asylum at the border appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Pillen, Nebraska agencies urge caution while driving, tending to livestock during winter storm https://thesarpycounty.com/pillen-nebraska-agencies-urge-caution-while-driving-tending-to-livestock-during-winter-storm/ Courtesy of the Nebraska State Patrol LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Gov. Jim Pillen joins state troops and transportation officials in urging caution as a snowstorm moves through Nebraska. Several counties in northwest Nebraska will be on winter storm alert by Tuesday night. A winter weather advisory covers much of the rest of the state. Counties … The post Pillen, Nebraska agencies urge caution while driving, tending to livestock during winter storm appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Adams Central will add day care in August https://thesarpycounty.com/adams-central-will-add-day-care-in-august/ JUNIATA, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Adams Central School District will add day care to the early childhood center to existing classrooms. The idea came from hallway conversations between parents and teachers, with 98% of parents in the district wanting the service. The district foundation voted unanimously to add it. “Child care was one of the … The post Adams Central will add day care in August appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Despite having fewer members, the VFW Post 2503 honor guard lays down hundreds of veterans each year https://thesarpycounty.com/despite-having-fewer-members-the-vfw-post-2503-honor-guard-lays-down-hundreds-of-veterans-each-year/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — When you are called, the honor guard of VFW Post 2503 is always there. From parades to raising flags and presentations, and most importantly, the funeral of veterans. Where hundreds of military personnel are honored every year. Over the years, honor has become more complex, but selflessness has never wavered. 3 … The post Despite having fewer members, the VFW Post 2503 honor guard lays down hundreds of veterans each year appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Muhlbauer family is grateful for the community’s support after the death of an officer https://thesarpycounty.com/the-muhlbauer-family-is-grateful-for-the-communitys-support-after-the-death-of-an-officer/ KANSAS CITY, MO (KCTV) — The Kansas City, Missouri Police Department is finalizing plans for Officer Jim Mulbauer’s funeral, and his family is sharing his legacy both in and out of uniform. On Tuesday, Muhlbauer’s siblings and parents visited the growing memorial outside the KCPD headquarters. Visitors left flowers and gifts there in honor of … The post The Muhlbauer family is grateful for the community’s support after the death of an officer appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Two-vehicle crash in southeast Nebraska claims the life of the Wymore woman https://thesarpycounty.com/two-vehicle-crash-in-southeast-nebraska-claims-the-life-of-the-wymore-woman/ MGN online LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A woman has died following a crash north of Fairbury. Jefferson County Deputies say they were involved in a two-vehicle crash Friday night at the east intersection of Highway 4 and Highway 15. An investigation showed that a 1999 Suzuki Esteem was traveling west on Highway 4 when it … The post Two-vehicle crash in southeast Nebraska claims the life of the Wymore woman appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Four Dawson County businesses fail alcohol compliance checks https://thesarpycounty.com/four-dawson-county-businesses-fail-alcohol-compliance-checks-2/ COZAD, Neb. (Nebraska) — Four businesses in Dawson County failed Friday’s alcohol compliance checks by the Nebraska State Patrol. In total, 12 companies were audited. NSP said four of these businesses sold alcohol to a minor for a non-compliance rate of 33%. Only one company did not verify the minor’s identity. The companies that failed … The post Four Dawson County businesses fail alcohol compliance checks appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Simply sharing food may protect against bowel cancer – new study finds ‘significant’ benefits https://thesarpycounty.com/simply-sharing-food-may-protect-against-bowel-cancer-new-study-finds-significant-benefits/ Bowel cancer has been linked to many causes in research, but delimiting causation and correlation is a tough test. However, studies always agree that red and processed meats increase the risk of a severe condition. Fortunately, new research shows that replacing the culprits with something equally meaty can lead to a significant reduction in the … The post Simply sharing food may protect against bowel cancer – new study finds ‘significant’ benefits appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Forecast for Wednesday: cold snap, wind and mixed precipitation. https://thesarpycounty.com/forecast-for-wednesday-cold-snap-wind-and-mixed-precipitation/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – After a relatively mild start to the week, Wednesday through Friday will be much colder. Strong gusts of wind are possible on Wednesday and Thursday. Winter precipitation will also affect the region from Wednesday to Thursday. Wednesday will be mostly cloudy and windy, with north and northeast winds at 15-30 m/s … The post Forecast for Wednesday: cold snap, wind and mixed precipitation. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Rural Radio buys Broken Bow station https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-rural-radio-buys-broken-bow-station/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Nebraska Rural Radio Association announced Tuesday that it has reached an agreement to purchase KBRY-FM in Broken Bow from Mid Nebraska Broadcasting, LLC. “The addition of a fifteenth radio station allows us to continue fulfilling our mission of providing reliable information to our listeners. KBRY-FM (92.3 FM), branded as … The post Nebraska Rural Radio buys Broken Bow station appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Cancer survivors get a chance to dress up and celebrate success https://thesarpycounty.com/cancer-survivors-get-a-chance-to-dress-up-and-celebrate-success/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The fight against cancer is not very good. From chemotherapy to debilitating pain, the disease causes numerous losses to a person’s appearance, but can never deprive a person of inner beauty. That’s the message of the Methodist Health survivor show, where survivors get the chance to dress up in special outfits … The post Cancer survivors get a chance to dress up and celebrate success appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska bill could expand workers’ compensation to prioritize mental health https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-bill-could-expand-workers-compensation-to-prioritize-mental-health/ LINCOLN, Nebraska. (Nebraska) – A unicameral bill can help people affected by workplace violence. If adopted, mental health care would be covered by workers’ compensation. It is known as Legislative Bill 5. It was introduced by State Senator Carol Blood of Bellevue. “It makes me so sick that every time there is any kind of … The post Nebraska bill could expand workers’ compensation to prioritize mental health appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Democratic governors in 20 states form alliance for reproductive rights https://thesarpycounty.com/democratic-governors-in-20-states-form-alliance-for-reproductive-rights/ Democratic governors from 20 US states, led by California Governor Gavin Newsom, formed the Reproductive Freedom Alliance to protect and improve access to abortion and reproductive health “in the face of an unprecedented attack from states hostile to abortion rights.” to the joint statement. The announcement represents another split in the ongoing national debate following … The post Democratic governors in 20 states form alliance for reproductive rights appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.