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The Sandhills Symphony Orchestra welcomes a new home https://thesarpycounty.com/the-sandhills-symphony-orchestra-welcomes-a-new-home/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Sandhills Symphony Orchestra held its winter concert Sunday at a new venue. The group originated in 1960 and moved from the North Platte High School Performing Arts Center to the South Campus of Mid-Plains Community College. Christa Speed, conductor of the Sandhills Symphony Orchestra, describes the transition as a … The post The Sandhills Symphony Orchestra welcomes a new home appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Street Dog Coalition provides free veterinary care to pet owners in need https://thesarpycounty.com/street-dog-coalition-provides-free-veterinary-care-to-pet-owners-in-need/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) — The Street Dog Coalition did what it does best over the weekend; concern for lives at both ends of the leash. Volunteer veterinarians and technicians from Omaha have provided free health screenings, vaccines, heartworm tests and parasite prevention supplies to the pets of people who are homeless or at risk of … The post Street Dog Coalition provides free veterinary care to pet owners in need appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Eppley Airfield in Omaha gets new direct flight to Austin, Texas https://thesarpycounty.com/eppley-airfield-in-omaha-gets-new-direct-flight-to-austin-texas/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Travelers from Omaha will soon get a faster way to get to Austin, Texas. Allegiant, the US low-cost carrier, announced on Monday that it is adding a new seasonal non-stop flight from Omaha to Austin. Most flights from Omaha to Austin typically have at least one stopover and travel time is … The post Eppley Airfield in Omaha gets new direct flight to Austin, Texas appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Leadership Hastings’ leads the way in the Hastings community https://thesarpycounty.com/leadership-hastings-leads-the-way-in-the-hastings-community/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) — February 20 is National Leadership Day, but an organization supports leadership throughout the year. Leadership Hastings courses run from August to May, with participants learning leadership skills, as well as other skill areas, culminating in a service project. Another big benefit of being a part of the class is networking. “One … The post ‘Leadership Hastings’ leads the way in the Hastings community appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Missing prisoner is back in police custody after disappearing on Friday https://thesarpycounty.com/missing-prisoner-is-back-in-police-custody-after-disappearing-on-friday/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Missing Community Correctional Center inmate – Lincoln is back in the custody of the Nebraska Department of Corrections. Police were notified of the disappearance of 30-year-old Dakota Parrott when he did not return to Community Correction Center-Lincoln from his place of work on February 17. Parrot allegedly removed his electronic monitor … The post Missing prisoner is back in police custody after disappearing on Friday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A YRTC employee had his head and ribs kicked during the February 7 attack https://thesarpycounty.com/a-yrtc-employee-had-his-head-and-ribs-kicked-during-the-february-7-attack-2/ An unsealed court record contains more details on the brutality of an attack on Kearney YRTC employees last month. Three minors from Kearney YRTC are facing felony charges in adult court in connection with the attack early in the morning on February 7. Jabreen Sidney, 17, is charged with assault in the first degree and … The post A YRTC employee had his head and ribs kicked during the February 7 attack appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Despite wars, civil unrest and COVID, we are still here” The Omaha Star is celebrating its 85th anniversary. https://thesarpycounty.com/despite-wars-civil-unrest-and-covid-we-are-still-here-the-omaha-star-is-celebrating-its-85th-anniversary/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — When you talk about Omaha Star, the conversation should start with founder Mildred Brown. “She saw an opportunity for good news and founded The Omaha Star based on the good news, that was in 1938,” said Terry Sanders, publisher of The Omaha Star. The paper has always been based in North … The post “Despite wars, civil unrest and COVID, we are still here” The Omaha Star is celebrating its 85th anniversary. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Missing Lincoln inmate returned to community correctional center https://thesarpycounty.com/missing-lincoln-inmate-returned-to-community-correctional-center/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — An inmate who allegedly went missing from the facility in Lincoln turned up the next day. According to the Nebraska Department of Corrections, 30-year-old Dakota Parrot is back in custody after allegedly failing to return to the facility from his community job on February 17. Authorities say Parrott surrendered the next … The post Missing Lincoln inmate returned to community correctional center appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Four ‘Essential’ Supplements to Prevent Dangerous Deficiency – Vegans in Danger https://thesarpycounty.com/four-essential-supplements-to-prevent-dangerous-deficiency-vegans-in-danger/ A vegan diet is the elimination of all animal products, including meat, fish, cheese, and milk. There are known benefits of this diet, such as weight loss and reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes. However, this can lead to certain vitamin and mineral deficiencies depending on the foods you eat instead. With that in … The post Four ‘Essential’ Supplements to Prevent Dangerous Deficiency – Vegans in Danger appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Hateful arsonist sets fire to pride flag outside NYC diner https://thesarpycounty.com/hateful-arsonist-sets-fire-to-pride-flag-outside-nyc-diner/ Authorities said the video showed a red-haired arsonist setting fire to a pride flag outside a restaurant in Soho early Monday morning, sparking a hate crime investigation. Police said an arsonist set fire to a rainbow flag in front of the Little Prince restaurant on Prince Street near McDougal Street in Manhattan around 1:30 a.m. … The post Hateful arsonist sets fire to pride flag outside NYC diner appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Non-Profit Issues, New House Prices, Weather Monitors https://thesarpycounty.com/non-profit-issues-new-house-prices-weather-monitors/ Read past Reed Moore daily newsletters Omaha non-profits are facing challenges as a possible recession approaches. The study offers a reason why Omaha’s new home prices continue to rise. Weather monitoring features in Nebraska may be disabled. Together in Omaha is one of many non-profits facing growing demand. His food pantry is pictured here. Photo … The post Non-Profit Issues, New House Prices, Weather Monitors appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A YRTC employee had his head and ribs kicked during the February 7 attack https://thesarpycounty.com/a-yrtc-employee-had-his-head-and-ribs-kicked-during-the-february-7-attack/ An unsealed court record contains more details on the brutality of an attack on Kearney YRTC employees last month. Three minors from Kearney YRTC are facing felony charges in adult court in connection with the attack early in the morning on February 7. Jabreen Sidney, 17, is charged with assault in the first degree and … The post A YRTC employee had his head and ribs kicked during the February 7 attack appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Agenda for the next planning commission meeting https://thesarpycounty.com/agenda-for-the-next-planning-commission-meeting/ The public is invited and encouraged to attend an upcoming meeting of a Madison County-based regional government agency where tax dollars may be spent. WHAT: Norfolk Planning Commission WHEN: Wednesday 22 February, 7:30 WHERE: Norfolk City Council Chambers, 309 N. Fifth St. — Commissioners will consider recommending a zoning change from C-3 (utility business district) … The post Agenda for the next planning commission meeting appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Authorities search for missing inmate with connections in central Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/authorities-search-for-missing-inmate-with-connections-in-central-nebraska/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — An inmate with ties to central Nebraska has gone missing from the Community Correctional Center — Omaha. An electronic monitoring company notified CCC-O that 20-year-old Julian Tapia hacked into his electronic monitor earlier Sunday evening. The device was removed about a mile from the center. Tapia began serving his sentence on … The post Authorities search for missing inmate with connections in central Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Masking is no longer required in all healthcare facilities in Great Plains https://thesarpycounty.com/masking-is-no-longer-required-in-all-healthcare-facilities-in-great-plains/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – Universal masking is recommended in all healthcare facilities in Great Plains, although it is currently no longer required for patients, visitors and employees. This decision comes after considering community transmission of COVID-19 in Lincoln County. Transmission is no longer at an elevated level (red) at this time and has been … The post Masking is no longer required in all healthcare facilities in Great Plains appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Jelly Roll makes a stop in Omaha this August https://thesarpycounty.com/jelly-roll-makes-a-stop-in-omaha-this-august/ Amy Harris/Invision/AP Jelly Roll performs at the Louder Than Life Music Festival at the Kentucky Convention Center on Sunday, September 25, 2022 in Louisville, KY. Published at 10:31 am, February 20, 2023 and last update 02/20/2023 11:31:35-05 Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or distributed. … The post Jelly Roll makes a stop in Omaha this August appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

La Vista police chief calls subpoena to testify in Ryan Larsen case https://thesarpycounty.com/la-vista-police-chief-calls-subpoena-to-testify-in-ryan-larsen-case/ PAPILLON, Nebraska (Nebraska) — La Vista Police Chief Bob Lausten is fighting a subpoena forcing him to testify Tuesday at a hearing that aims to declare Ryan Larsen “presumably dead.” The 11-year-old boy disappeared on May 17, 2021 after graduating from La Vista West Elementary School. His mother, Tammy Larsen, filed a motion in Sarpi … The post La Vista police chief calls subpoena to testify in Ryan Larsen case appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New home prices continue to rise in metro Omaha, and new research offers a glimpse into why https://thesarpycounty.com/new-home-prices-continue-to-rise-in-metro-omaha-and-new-research-offers-a-glimpse-into-why/ This story was originally published in the Nebraska Examiner. OMAHA — The median selling price of a newly built home in the Omaha area has hit the half-million dollar mark, and a local non-profit group is ramping up building cost-cutting efforts that have helped lift record prices. Formed about a year ago, the Welcome Home … The post New home prices continue to rise in metro Omaha, and new research offers a glimpse into why appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Authorities are looking for a missing convict with ties to central Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/authorities-are-looking-for-a-missing-convict-with-ties-to-central-nebraska/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) – An inmate with ties to central Nebraska has gone missing from the Community Corrections Center – Omaha. CCC-O was notified by the electronic monitoring company that Julian Tapia, 20, had tampered with his electronic monitor Sunday night. The device was removed about a mile from downtown. Tapia began his sentence on … The post Authorities are looking for a missing convict with ties to central Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Blood clots in the abdomen can cause intestinal ischemia – signs to look out for https://thesarpycounty.com/blood-clots-in-the-abdomen-can-cause-intestinal-ischemia-signs-to-look-out-for/ Blood clots are small blood clots that become gel-like. A certain amount of clotting is important as it prevents excessive bleeding from cuts. However, clots that do not dissolve naturally are a concern. This is because they can travel to vital organs, causing a medical emergency. Well-known clot-related emergencies include strokes that occur when the … The post Blood clots in the abdomen can cause intestinal ischemia – signs to look out for appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Six-week ban on abortion is about to become law https://thesarpycounty.com/six-week-ban-on-abortion-is-about-to-become-law/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Flatwater Free Press) — The Nebraska State Legislature is on the verge of passing a six-week ban on abortion. Based on Flatwater Free Press interviews and calculations, it appears that the bill only needs two Republican votes to gain enough support to become law. Twenty-nine state senators, including Omaha Democratic Senator Mike McDonnell, … The post Six-week ban on abortion is about to become law appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Authorities are looking for a missing prisoner from the Omaha Correctional Center. https://thesarpycounty.com/authorities-are-looking-for-a-missing-prisoner-from-the-omaha-correctional-center/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) — Law enforcement is looking for an inmate who escaped from the Community Correctional Center in Omaha. Investigators say he escaped on Sunday evening. Authorities have been notified that 20-year-old Julian Tapia removed his electronic tracking device. Tapia is serving a sentence of eight to 21 years for first and second degree … The post Authorities are looking for a missing prisoner from the Omaha Correctional Center. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Willa Cather’s 150th birthday will be celebrated in 2023 https://thesarpycounty.com/willa-cathers-150th-birthday-will-be-celebrated-in-2023-2/ This story was originally published in the Nebraska Examiner. LINCOLN. Renowned Nebraska writer Willa Cather, who would have turned 150 in 2023, will celebrate with a series of events throughout the year. The Willa Cather National Center will host local and national events celebrating Katherine’s 150th birthday, as well as the 100th anniversary of her … The post Willa Cather’s 150th birthday will be celebrated in 2023 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Donna Lincoln killed in the Otoe County crash https://thesarpycounty.com/donna-lincoln-killed-in-the-otoe-county-crash/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — A Lincoln woman was killed Friday in an accident near Palmyra, the Otoe County Sheriff’s Office said. Jennifer Hughes, 37, was turning east from Highway 43 onto Highway 2 when she was hit by a westbound truck. Hughes was not wearing a seat belt and was pronounced dead at the scene, … The post Donna Lincoln killed in the Otoe County crash appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln woman identified in fatal crash in Otoe County https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-woman-identified-in-fatal-crash-in-otoe-county/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). Authorities have identified a woman who died in a two-vehicle collision on Section 2 Highway in Otoe County. Rescuers were sent to the intersection of Highways 2 and 34 west of Palmyra at around 3:20 pm on Friday. Jennifer Hughes, 37, of Lincoln, died at the scene, according to the Oto County … The post Lincoln woman identified in fatal crash in Otoe County appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Moderate with partly cloudy to mostly cloudy conditions Monday through Tuesday; Winter storm looming Wednesday https://thesarpycounty.com/moderate-with-partly-cloudy-to-mostly-cloudy-conditions-monday-through-tuesday-winter-storm-looming-wednesday/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) -SCOTTSBLUFF,Neb. (KNEP)- After a mild and mostly sunny weekend, conditions will remain mild Monday through Tuesday with more cloudiness. All of that will change on Wednesday with a winter storm rolling in across the area. The high pressure remains under control Monday through Tuesday with highs of 40 to 50 degrees, … The post Moderate with partly cloudy to mostly cloudy conditions Monday through Tuesday; Winter storm looming Wednesday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

6 First day of weather warning: snow and sleet before Thursday morning departure. https://thesarpycounty.com/6-first-day-of-weather-warning-snow-and-sleet-before-thursday-morning-departure/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Clouds and rain/drizzle from Wednesday afternoon will give way to sleet and possible freezing rain after sunset Wednesday evening. In the end, we will also see some snow at night. The amounts won’t be that big, but all of this could lead to a slippery Thursday morning ride, which is why … The post 6 First day of weather warning: snow and sleet before Thursday morning departure. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

12 Angry Men director Sidney Lumet has died of one of the most common cancers in men. https://thesarpycounty.com/12-angry-men-director-sidney-lumet-has-died-of-one-of-the-most-common-cancers-in-men/ Born June 25, 1924 in Philadelphia, USA to two performers, it’s clear where Lumet’s interest in the stage came from. After receiving an apprenticeship in the creative field, Lumet’s directing career did not receive much attention until 1957, when he was 33 years old. 12 Angry Men (1957) is arguably one of his greatest works, … The post 12 Angry Men director Sidney Lumet has died of one of the most common cancers in men. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha’s safety net faces gaps as recession approaches https://thesarpycounty.com/omahas-safety-net-faces-gaps-as-recession-approaches/ On December 6, 2022, Heartland Family Service announced the layoff of 30 employees. The cuts were due to a loss of nearly $3 million in philanthropic funding in the coming year. At the time, HFS President John Gianetta told KETV that he was worried about cutting housing programs when costs were rising and it was … The post Omaha’s safety net faces gaps as recession approaches appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Remaining mild for a few days https://thesarpycounty.com/remaining-mild-for-a-few-days/ After a very mild weekend, the comfortable airmass will remain on President’s Day. The day is characterized by a mix of sun and clouds, with temperatures initially in the 20s to 30s. However, we will quickly climb into the 40s and 50s as the day progresses. We will probably top near 55° in Lincoln. Most … The post Remaining mild for a few days appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.