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Rapper Yung Gravy will headline UNK’s spring concert https://thesarpycounty.com/rapper-yung-gravy-will-headline-unks-spring-concert/ KEARNEY, Neb. (Nebraska) – It’s all gravy, baby. American rapper, songwriter and social media phenomenon Yung Gravy is coming to Kearney. One of the most in-demand college artists across the country, Yung Gravy is headlining this spring’s concert at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Yung Gravy will perform at 7:30 pm on April 27 … The post Rapper Yung Gravy will headline UNK’s spring concert appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Relief Center for the Needy: Random Good Deeds Day https://thesarpycounty.com/relief-center-for-the-needy-random-good-deeds-day/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Friday is National Random Acts of Kindness Day, and the Center for People in Need is calling on the community to get involved. Every week, more than 1,800 families receive assistance from the Help Center for the Needy. They help distribute weekly and monthly meals and diapers to low-income community members. … The post Relief Center for the Needy: Random Good Deeds Day appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Longtime radio personality departing from Eagle Radio https://thesarpycounty.com/longtime-radio-personality-departing-from-eagle-radio/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – A longtime radio personality is preparing to hit the airwaves for the foreseeable future. Scott Carlson’s dreams of working in radio started as a teenager. However, it wasn’t until about ten years ago that “Scotty C” began his career with Eagle Radio in North Platte. “Obviously I went to college … The post Longtime radio personality departing from Eagle Radio appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Vitamin Supplement May Raise Diabetes Risk – ‘Known Side Effect’ https://thesarpycounty.com/vitamin-supplement-may-raise-diabetes-risk-known-side-effect/ Type 2 diabetes is widely considered a lifelong condition that causes too much sugar in the blood. This is often caused by insulin resistance, which can lead to dangerous dysregulation of blood sugar levels if not well controlled. Genetics and lifestyle are the most important risk factors for diabetes, but some supplements have also been … The post Vitamin Supplement May Raise Diabetes Risk – ‘Known Side Effect’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Company fined for employing minors in dangerous jobs at meatpacking plants in Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/company-fined-for-employing-minors-in-dangerous-jobs-at-meatpacking-plants-in-nebraska/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The US Department of Labor has fined one of the nation’s largest sanitation providers more than $1.5 million for employing minors in hazardous jobs, including more than 30 in Nebraska. The US Department of Labor announced Friday that it has fined Packers Sanitation Services Inc. LTD (PSSI), based in Keeler, Wisconsin, … The post Company fined for employing minors in dangerous jobs at meatpacking plants in Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Police investigate after students were bullied into saying ‘Black lives matter’, dragged and beaten for insubordination https://thesarpycounty.com/police-investigate-after-students-were-bullied-into-saying-black-lives-matter-dragged-and-beaten-for-insubordination/ Children in elementary school Ohio According to multiple reports, they were attacked last week after refusing to utter the phrase “Black lives matter.” The attacks took place on Friday, February 10, in the Springfield, Ohio community at Kenwood Elementary School. According to what the police released, several black students at the school harassed their white … The post Police investigate after students were bullied into saying ‘Black lives matter’, dragged and beaten for insubordination appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The study found that the islands of Omaha Heat became hotter by an average of 9.4 degrees https://thesarpycounty.com/the-study-found-that-the-islands-of-omaha-heat-became-hotter-by-an-average-of-9-4-degrees/ A study by the University of Nebraska Medical Center found that summers are an average of 9.4 degrees hotter in some areas of east Omaha than other areas east of 90th Street. The summer 2022 study aimed to map Omaha’s heat islands, a term for urban areas where a lack of trees and other heat … The post The study found that the islands of Omaha Heat became hotter by an average of 9.4 degrees appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Police appoints Erika Thomas as their new public information officer https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-police-appoints-erika-thomas-as-their-new-public-information-officer/ Courtesy of Lincoln Police LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Lincoln Police announced Friday that the department has hired a new public information officer. Erika Thomas, a journalist who has spent two decades working in newsrooms around the country, will begin her new role at the end of March. Police say Thomas worked as a producer, reporter, … The post Lincoln Police appoints Erika Thomas as their new public information officer appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Grand Island man convicted of Kearney shooting in 2021 https://thesarpycounty.com/grand-island-man-convicted-of-kearney-shooting-in-2021/ KEARNEY, Neb. (Nebraska) – A Grand Island man will be sentenced in April on two felony charges linked to a May 2021 street fight and a shooting in Kearney. A jury this week convicted Gino Liban, 20, of felony assault and use of a firearm to commit a felony. He will be sentenced April 14 … The post Grand Island man convicted of Kearney shooting in 2021 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Fire & Rescue Announces New Rescue Paramedic Equipment for American Heart Month https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-fire-rescue-announces-new-rescue-paramedic-equipment-for-american-heart-month/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Leirion Mayor Gaylor Baird and Lincoln Fire & Rescue announced new life-saving medical equipment during a press conference Friday morning. LFR received $2.2 million to purchase state-of-the-art equipment. Jamie Pospisil, the battalion commander, announced the new equipment during a press conference at 10:30. New equipment includes: 35 LIFEPAK 15 cardiac arrest … The post Lincoln Fire & Rescue Announces New Rescue Paramedic Equipment for American Heart Month appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Atlanta, following Omaha, became the third city to join the new professional volleyball league https://thesarpycounty.com/atlanta-following-omaha-became-the-third-city-to-join-the-new-professional-volleyball-league/ On Thursday, the Professional Volleyball Federation announced that Atlanta, Georgia, will join Omaha and Grand Rapids, Michigan in a new professional volleyball league with eight to ten teams in its first season. Atlanta businesswoman Colleen Durhan Kriag will own the team. “Atlanta has huge professional sports organizations, and with Colleen at the helm, the Atlanta … The post Atlanta, following Omaha, became the third city to join the new professional volleyball league appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha subway endures heavy snowfall https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-subway-endures-heavy-snowfall/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — On Friday, the Omaha metro continued clearing snow that covered the area the day before. The National Weather Service said 2 to 8 inches of snow fell in various parts of the Omaha metro. 6 First Alert Weather reports showed 4 inches were reported at Eppley Airfield, but 8 inches at … The post Omaha subway endures heavy snowfall appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Animal shelter volunteer ‘steals’ dog from death row during protest, police won’t prosecute https://thesarpycounty.com/animal-shelter-volunteer-steals-dog-from-death-row-during-protest-police-wont-prosecute/ A four-year-old American bulldog mix named Stalking has been at the center of a controversy that began at the Humane Society in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The chase lived the longest in a humane society. In December, they described him as “playful, independent, caring, funny and athletic” as they tried to find him a permanent home. “We’d … The post Animal shelter volunteer ‘steals’ dog from death row during protest, police won’t prosecute appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Video shows how scammers stole $52,000 worth of merchandise from Givenchy’s chic New York https://thesarpycounty.com/video-shows-how-scammers-stole-52000-worth-of-merchandise-from-givenchys-chic-new-york/ CCTV footage captures the moment four brazen thieves stole $52,000 worth of luxury items from designer Givenchy’s Soho store. A recently released video shows three men and a woman stealing wildly from a posh boutique on Green Street just off Spring Street in Manhattan’s trendy neighborhood just before 7:30 a.m. Saturday, breaking in by smashing … The post Video shows how scammers stole $52,000 worth of merchandise from Givenchy’s chic New York appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska joins other states to fight new WOTUS rule https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-joins-other-states-to-fight-new-wotus-rule/ This story was originally published in the Nebraska Examiner. LINCOLN – Nebraska on Thursday joined 24 other states in a lawsuit against the Biden administration’s new rule defining the so-called waters of the United States, or WOTUS. The multi-state coalition said the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers were rushing to … The post Nebraska joins other states to fight new WOTUS rule appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Five ‘early’ signs of frontotemporal dementia when Bruce Willis was diagnosed with the condition https://thesarpycounty.com/five-early-signs-of-frontotemporal-dementia-when-bruce-willis-was-diagnosed-with-the-condition/ Bruce Willis, 67, has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, his family announced on Thursday. The Die Hard star, who retired from acting last May, has struggled with a variety of symptoms, including communication issues. Because frontotemporal dementia is a lesser-known type of mind-bending condition, awareness of the symptoms is in the spotlight. Speaking on ITV’s … The post Five ‘early’ signs of frontotemporal dementia when Bruce Willis was diagnosed with the condition appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska experts warn of seasonal affective disorder in children during the winter https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-experts-warn-of-seasonal-affective-disorder-in-children-during-the-winter/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Seasonal affective disorder affects 10 million Americans each year, according to Health Research Funding. Michael Pella of CHI Health says there are many factors that can cause the disorder. “It can be the change, or it can be the position of the individual,” Pella said. “Usually people who live in the … The post Nebraska experts warn of seasonal affective disorder in children during the winter appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Hastings’ sexual assault case goes to district court https://thesarpycounty.com/hastings-sexual-assault-case-goes-to-district-court/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – The sexual assault case against a Hastings man is going to District Court. Lane Wecker, 24, withdrew from a pre-trial hearing on Friday on charges of first-degree sexual assault against a minor aged 14 to 18. His case will now be heard in the Adams County District Court. Wecker’s arrest came … The post Hastings’ sexual assault case goes to district court appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Dean’s list for UNK, UNO and UNMC https://thesarpycounty.com/deans-list-for-unk-uno-and-unmc/ University of Nebraska at Kearney KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney has announced students who have earned a spot on the dean’s list for the fall 2022 semester. Students who are on the dean’s list must have completed at least 12 credit hours of instruction with a grade point average of 3.5 or … The post Dean’s list for UNK, UNO and UNMC appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Police Hire Public Relations Officer https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-police-hire-public-relations-officer/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). The Lincoln Police have hired a public affairs officer to represent the department during daily media briefings. Erica Thomas is the first person in this position in the Lincoln Police Department to have worked as a journalist, according to a departmental press release. Erica has spent two decades in newsrooms across the … The post Lincoln Police Hire Public Relations Officer appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man arrested after allegedly tickling and licking feet of 7-year-old boy https://thesarpycounty.com/man-arrested-after-allegedly-tickling-and-licking-feet-of-7-year-old-boy/ A former Georgia school district employee has been charged with a sex offense after a disturbing report of contact with a minor. Corey Rollins of Augusta is charged with non-aggravated child molestation following his arrest on Wednesday. WRDW-TV. Rollins, 25, is accused of tickling and licking the feet of a 7-year-old boy at Urban Air … The post Man arrested after allegedly tickling and licking feet of 7-year-old boy appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Cyrek Watching TV, Cleaning Up After a Snowfall, Voting to Ban Abortion https://thesarpycounty.com/cyrek-watching-tv-cleaning-up-after-a-snowfall-voting-to-ban-abortion/ Read past Reed Moore daily newsletters HIGHLIGHTS TODAY: Film critic Ryan Cyrek also watches TV. Cleanup begins after what is probably the heaviest snowfall in two years. The Nebraska State Legislature is only two votes away to pass a six-week abortion ban. Have you seen TV lately? They’re almost as big as a pothole in … The post Cyrek Watching TV, Cleaning Up After a Snowfall, Voting to Ban Abortion appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska soldiers help nearly 250 drivers through winter storm https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-soldiers-help-nearly-250-drivers-through-winter-storm/ Courtesy of the Nebraska State Patrol LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Soldiers were busy Thursday as they helped 249 drivers during the winter storm that hit eastern Nebraska. The Nebraska State Patrol says soldiers also responded to 20 incidents, most of which occurred in the eastern half of the state. No one was seriously injured in … The post Nebraska soldiers help nearly 250 drivers through winter storm appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Soldiers respond to more than 250 weather incidents Thursday https://thesarpycounty.com/soldiers-respond-to-more-than-250-weather-incidents-thursday-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Press Release) – Soldiers of the Nebraska State Patrol responded to more than 250 weather incidents during the severe winter storm that hit many areas of Nebraska on Thursday. Soldiers performed 249 driver assists and responded to 20 incidents Thursday, most of which occurred in eastern Nebraska. There were no fatal injuries reported … The post Soldiers respond to more than 250 weather incidents Thursday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Progress has been made, but Transit has yet to raise $320,000 for the grant https://thesarpycounty.com/progress-has-been-made-but-transit-has-yet-to-raise-320000-for-the-grant/ With less than two weeks left to go, it has become a pivotal time to re-establish operations at North Fork Area Transit. Lacy Kimes, vice chair of the NFAT board, said efforts continue to move forward, but there is a major challenge ahead. Board members raised $180,000 of the $500,000 needed to qualify for the … The post Progress has been made, but Transit has yet to raise $320,000 for the grant appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Military responds to more than 250 weather-related incidents on Thursday https://thesarpycounty.com/military-responds-to-more-than-250-weather-related-incidents-on-thursday/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (press release). Nebraska State Patrolmen responded to more than 250 weather-related incidents during a severe winter storm that affected many areas of Nebraska on Thursday. Soldiers assisted 249 motorists and responded to 20 accidents Thursday, the vast majority of which occurred in eastern Nebraska. There were no reports of life-threatening injuries during Thursday’s … The post Military responds to more than 250 weather-related incidents on Thursday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Soldiers respond to more than 250 weather incidents Thursday https://thesarpycounty.com/soldiers-respond-to-more-than-250-weather-incidents-thursday/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Press Release) – Soldiers of the Nebraska State Patrol responded to more than 250 weather incidents during the severe winter storm that hit many areas of Nebraska on Thursday. Soldiers performed 249 driver assists and responded to 20 incidents Thursday, most of which occurred in eastern Nebraska. There were no fatal injuries reported … The post Soldiers respond to more than 250 weather incidents Thursday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Three signs that may indicate that your hiccups are related to a stroke or cancer – “Seek advice” https://thesarpycounty.com/three-signs-that-may-indicate-that-your-hiccups-are-related-to-a-stroke-or-cancer-seek-advice/ The causes of hiccups are complex, but the activation of certain nerves followed by contraction of the diaphragm best explains how the reflex is triggered. According to researchers, hiccups are commonly seen in smokers and people who consume large amounts of alcohol. Hiccups have also been observed in hospitals and palliative care units in patients … The post Three signs that may indicate that your hiccups are related to a stroke or cancer – “Seek advice” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Madison Brooks rape suspect faces third sexual assault charge in Louisiana https://thesarpycounty.com/madison-brooks-rape-suspect-faces-third-sexual-assault-charge-in-louisiana/ A man accused of raping LSU student Madison Brooks and a 12-year-old girl has been charged with the third rape, the sexual assault of a woman he met at the same bar where Brooks hung out before he was later fatally hit by a car. . According to The Advocate, 18-year-old Kyvon Washington allegedly attacked … The post Madison Brooks rape suspect faces third sexual assault charge in Louisiana appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Wonderful, warm conditions over the weekend through Monday https://thesarpycounty.com/wonderful-warm-conditions-over-the-weekend-through-monday/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) -SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. (KNEP)- If anyone wants to do something outdoors this weekend, now would be the perfect time to do it. The conditions will be favourable. Temperatures over the next few days will be a mixture of 40-50 which is where we should be at this time of year even slightly … The post Wonderful, warm conditions over the weekend through Monday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.