Edith Parks

Daily Express Launches Cystic Fibrosis Petition to Exempt Prescription #10 https://thesarpycounty.com/daily-express-launches-cystic-fibrosis-petition-to-exempt-prescription-10/ Cystic fibrosis activists joined the Downing Street Daily Express yesterday to ask the government to exempt patients from paying prescription drugs. Armed with 1,300 signed NHS prescription forms, the newspaper and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation launched an appeal for the disease to be cleared of charges. It is believed that 2,500 patients in England are … The post Daily Express Launches Cystic Fibrosis Petition to Exempt Prescription #10 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Lawmakers Discuss Bill Offering $25 Million Tax Credit for Private School Donors https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-lawmakers-discuss-bill-offering-25-million-tax-credit-for-private-school-donors/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska legislators are debating a bill that would provide tax breaks for those who donate to private schools. It’s part of the “School Choice Act” backed by Gov. Jim Pillen. Nebraska is one of only two states that does not provide public funds to private schools. “The state will soon provide … The post Nebraska Lawmakers Discuss Bill Offering $25 Million Tax Credit for Private School Donors appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Two suspected illegal aliens killed a bald eagle to cook their own dinner, now the society is “seething”: sheriff https://thesarpycounty.com/two-suspected-illegal-aliens-killed-a-bald-eagle-to-cook-their-own-dinner-now-the-society-is-seething-sheriff/ The symbolism and microcosm tend to be exaggerated these days, but it’s hard not to see this tragic story of alleged illegal immigrants and the bald eagle as an incredibly fitting microcosm of Joe Biden’s America. Stanton County in Nebraska was rocked by controversy last week when a pair of 20-year-old Honduran citizens were caught … The post Two suspected illegal aliens killed a bald eagle to cook their own dinner, now the society is “seething”: sheriff appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NYC bartenders use private chat groups to warn each other about violent thugs https://thesarpycounty.com/nyc-bartenders-use-private-chat-groups-to-warn-each-other-about-violent-thugs/ Surrounded by rampant crime and a slow police response, New York City bartenders and bouncers are using private chat groups to alert each other to violent thugs and other threats to both staff and customers, Side Dish has learned. Almost three dozen East Village workers frequent Lucy’s, Doc Holliday’s, The Spotted Owl Tavern, Spikes, Beetle … The post NYC bartenders use private chat groups to warn each other about violent thugs appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska State Patrol remembers retired service dog Murphy, who died on Monday https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-patrol-remembers-retired-service-dog-murphy-who-died-on-monday/ Murphy the retired police dog (courtesy of the Nebraska State Patrol) Murphy the retired police dog (courtesy of the Nebraska State Patrol) Murphy the retired police dog (courtesy of the Nebraska State Patrol) Murphy the retired police dog (courtesy of the Nebraska State Patrol) LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Soldiers are remembering the life and service … The post Nebraska State Patrol remembers retired service dog Murphy, who died on Monday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Nebraska State Patrol arrests 12 drivers during the first weekend of state basketball https://thesarpycounty.com/the-nebraska-state-patrol-arrests-12-drivers-during-the-first-weekend-of-state-basketball/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Nebraska State Patrol arrested several disabled drivers on state highways during the first weekend of a road safety campaign during the NSAA Women’s State Basketball Tournament. Between Wednesday and Sunday, 12 drivers were arrested for drunk driving. 19 drivers were stopped for speeding at 100mph or more. The NSP said … The post The Nebraska State Patrol arrests 12 drivers during the first weekend of state basketball appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Michigan man identified as victim of fatal shooting near Hartington https://thesarpycounty.com/michigan-man-identified-as-victim-of-fatal-shooting-near-hartington/ The Nebraska State Patrol has identified the victim of last week’s fatal shooting near Hartington. The victim is Israel Matos-Colon, 31, of Fowlerville, Michigan, according to Cody Thomas, public relations director for the state patrol. The next of kin has been notified. The investigation began after the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call … The post Michigan man identified as victim of fatal shooting near Hartington appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska State Patrol identifies Hartington shooting victim https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-patrol-identifies-hartington-shooting-victim/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Nebraska State Patrol identified the victim of last week’s fatal shooting that occurred near Hartington on Monday. The victim was identified as 31-year-old Israel Matos-Colon from Fowlerville, Michigan. The next of kin have been notified. The investigation began after the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office received an emergency call about the shooting … The post Nebraska State Patrol identifies Hartington shooting victim appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Disney’s Aladdin will open the Lied Center’s 2023 Broadway season https://thesarpycounty.com/disneys-aladdin-will-open-the-lied-centers-2023-broadway-season/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Lied Center for Performing Arts and Disney Theatrical Productions, under the direction of Thomas Schumacher, announced on Monday that Disney Aladdin is coming to Lincoln. Beginning October 3, Disney’s Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical comedy, will perform eight premiere performances at the Lied Center for Performing Arts. The performances will … The post Disney’s Aladdin will open the Lied Center’s 2023 Broadway season appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Fireworks caused $80,000 worth of damage to Lincoln’s home https://thesarpycounty.com/fireworks-caused-80000-worth-of-damage-to-lincolns-home-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Lincoln Rescue and Fire Department responded to reports of a massive fire at an east Lincoln apartment building Saturday night. The LFR responded to the fire near North 70th and Y Streets at 11:19 p.m., and the first fire crews to arrive reported a major fire in the home’s attached … The post Fireworks caused $80,000 worth of damage to Lincoln’s home appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Sheriff vows to take action if illegal alien who allegedly raped Border Patrol agent is allowed to walk https://thesarpycounty.com/sheriff-vows-to-take-action-if-illegal-alien-who-allegedly-raped-border-patrol-agent-is-allowed-to-walk/ The Arizona Sheriff vowed to enforce the law after an illegal immigrant brutally attacked a female border guard. In accordance with Fox NewsCochise County Sheriff Mark Dannels said if the federal government decides not to prosecute the attacker, his office will take charge of the case. “If the U.S. Attorney declines to prosecute, we will … The post Sheriff vows to take action if illegal alien who allegedly raped Border Patrol agent is allowed to walk appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Failed weight loss surgery turns woman’s stomach into concrete https://thesarpycounty.com/failed-weight-loss-surgery-turns-womans-stomach-into-concrete/ A woman who raised more than £2,000 via GoFundMe for her gastric sleeve surgery is left to fight for her life after a failed operation left her stomach ‘like concrete’. Pinky Jolly, 45, traveled to Istanbul, Turkey for a weight loss procedure in November 2022 after weighing over 17-11 pounds. British doctors have confirmed the … The post Failed weight loss surgery turns woman’s stomach into concrete appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha police investigate the killing of the man injured in Benson https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-police-investigate-the-killing-of-the-man-injured-in-benson/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Police are investigating after one person was injured in a shooting Sunday afternoon. The Omaha Police Department says officers were called to the area between 60th and Corby Streets at around 3:14 p.m. to a report of gunfire. Used shell casings were found at the scene, police say. Ten minutes later, … The post Omaha police investigate the killing of the man injured in Benson appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Large police presence seen in downtown North Platte https://thesarpycounty.com/large-police-presence-seen-in-downtown-north-platte/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – A large police presence is currently in downtown North Platte. The accident occurred near Jeffers Street and Reid Avenue. According to a reporter on the scene, the North Platte Police Department has taken an individual into custody and is searching the home. This is an ongoing story, stay tuned to … The post Large police presence seen in downtown North Platte appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Huskers looking forward to spring football https://thesarpycounty.com/huskers-looking-forward-to-spring-football/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – In two weeks, the Nebraska football team will take to the field ahead of the start of the spring football season. This will be the Huskers’ first unofficial practice under new head coach Matt Rule. “Practice is the most important thing in our program,” Rule said. “No recruiting, no weight lifting, … The post Huskers looking forward to spring football appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska State Patrol arrested 12 drivers on the state’s first basketball weekend. https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-patrol-arrested-12-drivers-on-the-states-first-basketball-weekend/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska State Patrol arrested several drunk drivers on state roads during the first weekend of a road safety campaign during the NSAA Girls’ Basketball Tournament. Between Wednesday and Sunday, 12 drivers were arrested for drunk driving. 19 drivers were stopped for speeding 100 mph or more. NSP stated that no fatal … The post Nebraska State Patrol arrested 12 drivers on the state’s first basketball weekend. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

IRS issues new warning to taxpayers: Innocent Americans can become criminals overnight if they do so https://thesarpycounty.com/irs-issues-new-warning-to-taxpayers-innocent-americans-can-become-criminals-overnight-if-they-do-so/ The Internal Revenue Service issued a new warning to taxpayers on Friday about potential tax fraud during filing season. These scams can lead not only to financial loss, but also to criminal charges for innocent Americans who unwittingly engage in illegal activities. According to an announcement on tax service website, scammers encourage filers to falsify … The post IRS issues new warning to taxpayers: Innocent Americans can become criminals overnight if they do so appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Notorious American houses in high-profile criminal cases https://thesarpycounty.com/notorious-american-houses-in-high-profile-criminal-cases/ While the University of Idaho community is shocked by the shocking murder of four undergraduate students in an off-campus rented house in Moscow, Idaho last November, school authorities have already announced plans to demolish the building. “The owner of the house on King Street offered to transfer the house to the university, to which we … The post Notorious American houses in high-profile criminal cases appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Iowa man defrauded Lincoln trucking company out of more than $300,000, police say https://thesarpycounty.com/iowa-man-defrauded-lincoln-trucking-company-out-of-more-than-300000-police-say/ Courtesy of Lincoln Police LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – An Iowa man has been charged with defrauding a Lincoln truck company out of more than $300,000, police say. In September, the owner of Lincoln-based M&D Trucking called the police after it found “irregularities” in an employee’s purchases of payroll and fuel cards. Upon investigation, police say … The post Iowa man defrauded Lincoln trucking company out of more than $300,000, police say appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Fireworks caused $80,000 worth of damage to Lincoln’s home https://thesarpycounty.com/fireworks-caused-80000-worth-of-damage-to-lincolns-home/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Lincoln Rescue and Fire Department responded to reports of a massive fire at an east Lincoln apartment building Saturday night. The LFR responded to the fire near North 70th and Y Streets at 11:19 p.m., and the first fire crews to arrive reported a major fire in the home’s attached … The post Fireworks caused $80,000 worth of damage to Lincoln’s home appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Toilet sign associated with “severe” cases of vitamin B12 deficiency https://thesarpycounty.com/toilet-sign-associated-with-severe-cases-of-vitamin-b12-deficiency/ Vitamin B12 plays several roles in the body, but its role in the nervous system is one of the most important. Without enough B12, the spinal cord becomes vulnerable to injury, which can lead to collateral damage to several other organs. Some health authorities warn that one of the signs of spinal cord damage due … The post Toilet sign associated with “severe” cases of vitamin B12 deficiency appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Governor Pillan urges agency to focus on rail safety after multiple derailments https://thesarpycounty.com/governor-pillan-urges-agency-to-focus-on-rail-safety-after-multiple-derailments/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen is asking the Public Service Commission to refocus its efforts on rail safety. On Monday, Pillen announced that he was calling on the agency to “refocus its efforts on protecting public safety,” citing recent derailments in the state. “The Nebraska Public Service Commission exists to protect public … The post Governor Pillan urges agency to focus on rail safety after multiple derailments appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Developer says goodbye to Blue City after chilling office opening https://thesarpycounty.com/developer-says-goodbye-to-blue-city-after-chilling-office-opening/ A real estate developer who has lived in Portland, Oregon, has said all his life that he was moving after he showed up for work on the weekend and found several bullet holes punched through the window behind his chair. Seeing the fall once great American city he always called home, Dustin Michael Miller said … The post Developer says goodbye to Blue City after chilling office opening appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Pervert gropes 15 year old girl on NYC train: cops https://thesarpycounty.com/pervert-gropes-15-year-old-girl-on-nyc-train-cops/ A pervert attacked a 15-year-old girl on a Manhattan train over the weekend, police said on Monday. The young victim was on the southbound 7 train approaching the Grand Central-42 Street station in Times Square around 8:40 pm on Sunday when a scumbag who appeared to be in his 40s approached her and tried to … The post Pervert gropes 15 year old girl on NYC train: cops appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Food Bank of Lincoln mobile pantry adds routes in rural areas https://thesarpycounty.com/food-bank-of-lincoln-mobile-pantry-adds-routes-in-rural-areas/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — The Food Bank of Lincoln mobile pantry is expanding its routes to include stops in rural areas. The pantry is equipped to serve a hundred households per stop and with the addition of four new stops, dozens more will have fresh food. VP of Operations and Impact Alynn Sampson says many … The post Food Bank of Lincoln mobile pantry adds routes in rural areas appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Grand Island Police investigate vandalism with airsoft weapons https://thesarpycounty.com/grand-island-police-investigate-vandalism-with-airsoft-weapons/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – Grand Island Police are looking for a group of suspects who allegedly pulled an airsoft gun on someone and vandalized their property. According to Grand Island Police, two separate incidents occurred at the same location over the weekend. The first incident occurred around 10:30 pm on Friday, in the 1300 … The post Grand Island Police investigate vandalism with airsoft weapons appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Area farmer added to nitrate forum panel https://thesarpycounty.com/area-farmer-added-to-nitrate-forum-panel/ In an effort to ensure a variety and balance of perspectives, a longtime farmer from northeastern Nebraska has been added to the guest speaker list for an upcoming public forum. Randy Hughes, who is a fourth-generation farmer in the real area, will join four other speakers at the forum on Tuesday, March 14 at the … The post Area farmer added to nitrate forum panel appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha woman sues Catholic charity for injuries sustained during active shooting practice https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-woman-sues-catholic-charity-for-injuries-sustained-during-active-shooting-practice/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) – A woman working for a non-profit organization run by the Archdiocese of Omaha is suing them for injuries and injuries she sustained as a result of an active shooter drill last May. Documents filed in a Douglas County court in January say Catholic charity worker Sandra Lopez was being treated for … The post Omaha woman sues Catholic charity for injuries sustained during active shooting practice appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Very violent’ mob attacks Atlanta police training center, 35 arrested https://thesarpycounty.com/very-violent-mob-attacks-atlanta-police-training-center-35-arrested/ Nearly three dozen people were detained by Atlanta police after burning bottles and stones were thrown at police officers during a violent protest at a new police training center that was the site of previous demonstrations and the death of a protester. Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum said at a midnight press conference that several … The post ‘Very violent’ mob attacks Atlanta police training center, 35 arrested appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Uncomfortable” sensation in the leg that may signal a blood clot – “worse at night” https://thesarpycounty.com/uncomfortable-sensation-in-the-leg-that-may-signal-a-blood-clot-worse-at-night/ Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can go unnoticed for a long time before it is detected, with half of the cases showing no symptoms at all. When diagnosing the condition, doctors rely heavily on classic signs such as pain, swelling, and tenderness. But DVT can pave the way for other complications that may have their own … The post “Uncomfortable” sensation in the leg that may signal a blood clot – “worse at night” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.