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Sculpture “Big Elk” at the KANEKO exhibition https://thesarpycounty.com/sculpture-big-elk-at-the-kaneko-exhibition/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – “For the natives, this is truly inspiring. It gives us the feeling that we are no longer invisible.” The 10-foot-tall sculpture of Chief Big Elk, which the artist calls “a year and a half tall,” is hard to miss. A statue of Omaha Chief Big Elk is now on display at … The post Sculpture “Big Elk” at the KANEKO exhibition appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NYPD slams Biden for ignoring migration crisis and crime in Union State https://thesarpycounty.com/nypd-slams-biden-for-ignoring-migration-crisis-and-crime-in-union-state/ Furious New York political analysts slammed President Biden Wednesday for not addressing the Big Apple’s two major crises – migrant influx and crime – during his controversial State of the Union speech. State Assemblyman Michael Reilly (R-Staten Island) called the city’s $4.2 billion migrant crisis “one of the egregious omissions” in Biden’s 72-minute address, “particularly … The post NYPD slams Biden for ignoring migration crisis and crime in Union State appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

US Secretary of Education Gets an Inside Look at Tech Academies from Omaha Students Brian https://thesarpycounty.com/us-secretary-of-education-gets-an-inside-look-at-tech-academies-from-omaha-students-brian/ OMAHA. During his first trip to Nebraska, US Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona kept a turtle named Oogway in the city’s agricultural laboratory. He rapped a little in Spanish with teenagers at a construction academy. And he left Wednesday’s tour of Bryan’s Omaha High School, saying its career-related tech academies that prepare students for college … The post US Secretary of Education Gets an Inside Look at Tech Academies from Omaha Students Brian appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

In healthcare limbo: Hundreds of Nebraska hospital patients waiting to be transferred https://thesarpycounty.com/in-healthcare-limbo-hundreds-of-nebraska-hospital-patients-waiting-to-be-transferred/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — The Nebraska Hospital Association says delays in discharge of patients in other facilities, such as nursing homes, are a growing concern for hospitals. “And it’s reaching the point of a crisis, affecting hundreds of Nebraskanians every single month,” said President Jeremy Nordquist. “Our hospitals report that at any given time there … The post In healthcare limbo: Hundreds of Nebraska hospital patients waiting to be transferred appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Husker trio invited to NFL Scouting Combine https://thesarpycounty.com/husker-trio-invited-to-nfl-scouting-combine/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Three Nebraska football players have received invitations to the 2023 NFL Scouting Tournament. Ocean Mathis, Trey Palmer and Travis Wokolek will be training in front of NFL scouts and executives next month. The senior trio has helped the Huskers to five wins this season, including a victory over Iowa in the … The post Husker trio invited to NFL Scouting Combine appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska hospitals struggling to transfer post-acute patients https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-hospitals-struggling-to-transfer-post-acute-patients-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Nebraska hospitals have faced countless challenges in recent years, with the latest being the struggle to discharge and transfer acute patients to a more appropriate facility. On Wednesday, the Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) released its January 2023 performance report, which highlighted the high number of patients who are healthy enough to … The post Nebraska hospitals struggling to transfer post-acute patients appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Friends say Omaha trans woman was ‘left for dead’ after attack https://thesarpycounty.com/friends-say-omaha-trans-woman-was-left-for-dead-after-attack/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A prominent Omaha woman was hospitalized Monday after what friends are calling a brutal attack that left her unable to move. The police report lists it as a robbery and little information, but mentions “possible assault” and “possible fall”. It lists the robbery, the suspect, and a hate/bias status code meaning … The post Friends say Omaha trans woman was ‘left for dead’ after attack appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

$100 million deal turns Omaha’s wastewater into city income and fertilizer for farmers https://thesarpycounty.com/100-million-deal-turns-omahas-wastewater-into-city-income-and-fertilizer-for-farmers/ OMAHA, Nebraska. (Nebraska) – If you live in Bellevue west of the Missouri River, you’ve probably noticed a strong smell. This smell comes from the Papio Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. “We’re taking dirty water and we’re removing contaminants from that dirty water,” said Michael Ahrendts, manager of water recovery and remote facilities. This complex process … The post $100 million deal turns Omaha’s wastewater into city income and fertilizer for farmers appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Florida man who broke into gas station, stole dog food and smoked caught after leaving debit card: Police https://thesarpycounty.com/florida-man-who-broke-into-gas-station-stole-dog-food-and-smoked-caught-after-leaving-debit-card-police/ A Florida man is under arrest after police said he stole money from a gas station and left his debit card with his name at the crime scene. According to Fox 35 Orlando, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office responded to an alarm at a gas station early Sunday morning in Palm Coast, Fla., and found … The post Florida man who broke into gas station, stole dog food and smoked caught after leaving debit card: Police appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

US Republican House prepares for debate on parental rights, school vouchers and transgender athletes https://thesarpycounty.com/us-republican-house-prepares-for-debate-on-parental-rights-school-vouchers-and-transgender-athletes/ WASHINGTON. Republicans in the US House of Representatives laid the groundwork for some of the biggest legislative priorities during Wednesday’s hearings that looked at public funding for charter schools and voucher programs, as well as increased parental oversight of the school curriculum. Rep. Virginia Fox, Republican Chair of the Committee on Education and the Workforce, … The post US Republican House prepares for debate on parental rights, school vouchers and transgender athletes appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The “palm tree” sign is the “cardinal” sign that your fatty liver is deteriorating. https://thesarpycounty.com/the-palm-tree-sign-is-the-cardinal-sign-that-your-fatty-liver-is-deteriorating/ In the last stages of liver disease, transplantation is justified when the liver ceases to perform any of its intended functions. Unfortunately, it is often in these later stages that patients become aware of their poor health. When the liver goes from functional to non-functioning, many patients report the same symptom in the navel. Cirrhosis … The post The “palm tree” sign is the “cardinal” sign that your fatty liver is deteriorating. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska state senators are considering two police reform proposals https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-state-senators-are-considering-two-police-reform-proposals/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A couple of bills in the Legislature are pushing for changes to law enforcement in Nebraska. The Judiciary Committee heard testimony about them on Wednesday. Senator John Cavanaugh of Omaha has introduced a bill that would ban the use of deception with anyone under the age of 18. “This is a … The post Nebraska state senators are considering two police reform proposals appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska hospitals struggling to transfer post-acute patients https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-hospitals-struggling-to-transfer-post-acute-patients/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Nebraska hospitals have faced countless challenges in recent years, with the latest being the struggle to discharge and transfer acute patients to a more appropriate facility. On Wednesday, the Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) released its January 2023 performance report, which highlighted the high number of patients who are healthy enough to … The post Nebraska hospitals struggling to transfer post-acute patients appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New Citizen Helps Lincoln Literacy Students Move Forward https://thesarpycounty.com/new-citizen-helps-lincoln-literacy-students-move-forward/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Tens of thousands of immigrants and refugees call Lincoln home. For many, Lincoln Literacy is the starting point for getting started in their new city, whether learning English or gaining professional skills. Now there is even more help on the road to success. Five days a week at 8:15 am, Marwan … The post New Citizen Helps Lincoln Literacy Students Move Forward appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Public Schools is hiring ten consultants through the grant https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-public-schools-is-hiring-ten-consultants-through-the-grant-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Lincoln Public Schools is highlighting the impact counselors have on their students during National School Counseling Week. School counselors give children guidance, but they do much more than meets the eye. Mickle Middle School counselor Nicki Hanseling says a counselor has many jobs within a school. “We are educators first and … The post Lincoln Public Schools is hiring ten consultants through the grant appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lewis and Clark Landing to Receive New Chief Big Elk Sculpture https://thesarpycounty.com/lewis-and-clark-landing-to-receive-new-chief-big-elk-sculpture/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — On Wednesday, people saw the progress of a work of art for the first time. This is a sculpture of Chief Big Elk of the Omaha tribe. What is shown is a clay work, but there is still a lot to be done before it is installed in Lewis and Clark … The post Lewis and Clark Landing to Receive New Chief Big Elk Sculpture appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska hospitals filled with patients awaiting transfer https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-hospitals-filled-with-patients-awaiting-transfer/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska’s hospitals are overflowing again, but not because people are getting worse. This is actually because patients are recovering but have nowhere to go to get the ongoing care they need. “Delays in the discharge of patients for emergency care treatment have become a growing problem for our hospitals, and it … The post Nebraska hospitals filled with patients awaiting transfer appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

St. Pat’s Vandal Proves Manhattan D.A. Bragg and the left don’t care about public safety https://thesarpycounty.com/st-pats-vandal-proves-manhattan-d-a-bragg-and-the-left-dont-care-about-public-safety/ Juan Velez has just been arrested for another alleged act of vandalism: violent stone-throwing at a Lutheran church in Queens. This after in November, he was released under supervision after six months of vandalism, culminating in his throwing a wrench through the window of the cardinal’s residence at St. Patrick’s. Cathedral and also saw him … The post St. Pat’s Vandal Proves Manhattan D.A. Bragg and the left don’t care about public safety appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A couple of colder days https://thesarpycounty.com/a-couple-of-colder-days/ We freshen up to wrap up the working week, but not by much. Even though it will be 10 to 15 degrees cooler than the last few days, it will still be very close to average for this time of year. So we warm up right away for the weekend and next week. The chances … The post A couple of colder days appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Public Schools is hiring ten consultants through the grant https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-public-schools-is-hiring-ten-consultants-through-the-grant/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Lincoln Public Schools is highlighting the impact counselors have on their students during National School Counseling Week. School counselors give children guidance, but they do much more than meets the eye. Mickle Middle School counselor Nicki Hanseling says a counselor has many jobs within a school. “We are educators first and … The post Lincoln Public Schools is hiring ten consultants through the grant appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Public Schools Hires Ten Consultants Thanks to Grant https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-public-schools-hires-ten-consultants-thanks-to-grant/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Lincoln Public Schools talk about the impact counselors have on their students during National School Counseling Week. School counselors give advice to children, but they do much more than meets the eye. Mikla High School counselor, Niki Hanseling, says counselor has many positions at the school. “We are educators first and … The post Lincoln Public Schools Hires Ten Consultants Thanks to Grant appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NEBRASKAland Days Buffalo Bill Birthday Bash is this weekend https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraskaland-days-buffalo-bill-birthday-bash-is-this-weekend/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – There are still 125 days left until the official start of the NEBRASKAland Days Festival. However, Dress Western Fridays will start in May. And the organizers will plunge into preparation for the festival in the near future. But first, the annual Buffalo Bill Birthday Bash is this Saturday in North … The post NEBRASKAland Days Buffalo Bill Birthday Bash is this weekend appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Many people with long-term high blood sugar experience the same “unpleasant” bowel problems “at night”. https://thesarpycounty.com/many-people-with-long-term-high-blood-sugar-experience-the-same-unpleasant-bowel-problems-at-night/ Brief bouts of diarrhea are common, but when fecal incontinence chronically occurs late at night, it may have a more serious cause. Sometimes chronic high blood sugar causes permanent damage and irritation to the small intestine. In many diabetic patients, this is the main cause of their “nighttime” diarrhea. Numerous studies have identified diabetes as … The post Many people with long-term high blood sugar experience the same “unpleasant” bowel problems “at night”. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Creighton pharmacy student develops drug to save healthcare system about $100,000 a year https://thesarpycounty.com/creighton-pharmacy-student-develops-drug-to-save-healthcare-system-about-100000-a-year/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) — Rectal suppositories are not a prescription that most people want to take. Worse, you have to do it twice at once. Tyler Brissot, a fourth-year pharmacy student and methodologist, has developed a solution that benefits both the patient and the pharmacy. “So I found the desired strength recommended by most of … The post Creighton pharmacy student develops drug to save healthcare system about $100,000 a year appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

$320 million worth of strange black net with dangerous content found in mid-Pacific https://thesarpycounty.com/320-million-worth-of-strange-black-net-with-dangerous-content-found-in-mid-pacific/ New Zealand police said at a press conference on Wednesday that they had pulled off one of the biggest drug arrests in recent memory after discovering a large cache of cocaine floating in the Pacific Ocean. According to New Zealand, during the operation, called Hydros, law enforcement agencies removed 81 bales of drugs. 1 News. … The post $320 million worth of strange black net with dangerous content found in mid-Pacific appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Radicalized Maine teenager Trevor Bickford pleads not guilty to the machete attack in Times Square. https://thesarpycounty.com/radicalized-maine-teenager-trevor-bickford-pleads-not-guilty-to-the-machete-attack-in-times-square/ An alleged jihadist accused of attacking three NYPD police officers with a foot-long knife on New Year’s Eve pleaded not guilty to a range of government charges Wednesday. Trevor Bickford, 19, of Maine, avoided eye contact with Acting Judge Gregory Carro when he pleaded guilty during a brief Manhattan Supreme Court hearing. Bickford, dressed in … The post Radicalized Maine teenager Trevor Bickford pleads not guilty to the machete attack in Times Square. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

This year, Nebraska will have a chance to switch to daylight saving time all year round https://thesarpycounty.com/this-year-nebraska-will-have-a-chance-to-switch-to-daylight-saving-time-all-year-round/ LINCOLN. After years of trying, the Nebraska State Legislature appears ready to take the first step towards ending the biannual tyranny of clock changing. State Senator Tom Breese of Albion again proposed leaving Nebraska for daylight saving time if Congress and a third neighboring state joined with Nebraska in passing such a law. Legislative Bill … The post This year, Nebraska will have a chance to switch to daylight saving time all year round appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Couldn’t Be More Prepared”: Nebraska softball is ready for the season opener https://thesarpycounty.com/couldnt-be-more-prepared-nebraska-softball-is-ready-for-the-season-opener/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Rhonda Revelle is entering her 31st season as the head coach of Nebraska softball. During a Wednesday press conference, Revelle said she was recently asked, “Does it feel like it’s been that long?” “And I said, ‘No, it feels like freshman year again.” The former player turned coach has led the … The post “Couldn’t Be More Prepared”: Nebraska softball is ready for the season opener appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Food Service Program Grants Available to Brown, Rock Counties https://thesarpycounty.com/food-service-program-grants-available-to-brown-rock-counties/ The Summer Food Service Program provides healthy meals to children, ages one through 18, free of charge, and sites are needed throughout the state, especially in underserved communities located in areas most in need, including Brown and Rock counties in central Nebraska- northern. The Nebraska Department of Education has grant funds available to help with … The post Food Service Program Grants Available to Brown, Rock Counties appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln man pleads guilty to raping and kidnapping 12-year-old girl https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-man-pleads-guilty-to-raping-and-kidnapping-12-year-old-girl/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). Earlier this month, a Lincoln man struck a plea deal with the state of Nebraska for kidnapping and sexually abusing a 12-year-old Lincoln girl. Court documents show Mensah Gozo, 59, pleaded no contest to one count of first-degree sexual assault and child abuse. Both are criminal offenses and Gozo can face up … The post Lincoln man pleads guilty to raping and kidnapping 12-year-old girl appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.