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idle chatter https://thesarpycounty.com/idle-chatter/ “Untitled No. 5”, collage by Jennifer Bockelman A multimedia exhibition by Jen Bockelman weaves together the currents in found objects of life. The opening will take place on February 10 from 18:00 to 21:00 at Project Project. Her installations and collages continue her exploration of Nebraska’s identity, built not only from conventional social media, but … The post idle chatter appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New voice “running” the PA mic at Fonner Park https://thesarpycounty.com/new-voice-running-the-pa-mic-at-fonner-park/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) — The only sound at Fonner Park on Monday afternoon was from employees preparing the place for the first day of racing on Friday, February 10. That day there will be more commotion and the sound of Dustyn Stortzum on the call. Her path to the press box at Fonner Park … The post New voice “running” the PA mic at Fonner Park appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New study finds ‘simple lifestyle changes’ can cut risk of long-term Covid-19 by 49% https://thesarpycounty.com/new-study-finds-simple-lifestyle-changes-can-cut-risk-of-long-term-covid-19-by-49/ With many patients reporting debilitating symptoms that can last for years, prolonged Covid is a frightening outcome of the virus. From confusion to extreme fatigue, the long-term condition causes many unpleasant symptoms. Fortunately, new research shows that your risk of long-term Covid can be changed with “simple” settings. Long-term Covid is defined as persistent symptoms … The post New study finds ‘simple lifestyle changes’ can cut risk of long-term Covid-19 by 49% appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Council Bluffs police looking for missing, endangered woman https://thesarpycounty.com/council-bluffs-police-looking-for-missing-endangered-woman/ CONSIL BLOOFS, Iowa. (Nebraska) — The Council Bluffs Police Department is asking the public for help in finding a 55-year-old missing person. Janet Leigh North was last seen on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, in the woods near Harrah’s Casino. North is described as a white woman, 5’4″, weighing about 140 pounds, with brown hair and … The post Council Bluffs police looking for missing, endangered woman appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A sunny and warm Tuesday https://thesarpycounty.com/a-sunny-and-warm-tuesday/ The entire state is waking up to clear skies and mild temperatures Tuesday morning. Unlike Monday where we had some waves of clouds, Tuesday the sky will remain sunny throughout the day. High temperatures will soar into the 40s to 50s in southeast Nebraska. Areas that had the hardest time warming on Monday (primarily in … The post A sunny and warm Tuesday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

In the Kitchen with Joe: “Pad Thai Restaurant” https://thesarpycounty.com/in-the-kitchen-with-joe-pad-thai-restaurant/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – Opened in 2021, ‘Pad Thai Restaurant’ serves authentic Thai cuisine to many loyal customers. “It’s definitely tough, but it turned out well,” said co-owner Joe Bandasack. “A lot of people come in and mention the old restaurant, so it’s a good feeling. We try to give everyone the best authentic … The post In the Kitchen with Joe: “Pad Thai Restaurant” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Spotlight in Nebraska and across the country on what critics are calling ‘wealth theft’ https://thesarpycounty.com/spotlight-in-nebraska-and-across-the-country-on-what-critics-are-calling-wealth-theft/ LINCOLN. Their nightmare had been in the making for years, but Joiful and Todd Stoves said they had no idea until a man knocked on their door in December with orders to leave the house they had lived in for over 20 years. What the couple quickly learned: They missed paying property taxes on their … The post Spotlight in Nebraska and across the country on what critics are calling ‘wealth theft’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Green Fruit That May Prevent Diabetes Helps ‘Stabilize’ Blood Sugar https://thesarpycounty.com/green-fruit-that-may-prevent-diabetes-helps-stabilize-blood-sugar/ People living with diabetes have high blood sugar levels. Depending on the type they have it will be for different reasons. In type 1 diabetics, this happens when the immune system attacks the cells that produce insulin. Whereas in type 2 diabetes, this happens if the body does not produce enough insulin or the body’s … The post Green Fruit That May Prevent Diabetes Helps ‘Stabilize’ Blood Sugar appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Genetic information may soon be protected by Nebraska police, employers https://thesarpycounty.com/genetic-information-may-soon-be-protected-by-nebraska-police-employers/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Protecting the privacy and security of your genetic information is the goal of a new proposal to be discussed at the Nebraska State Capitol this Tuesday. Legislative Bill 308, also known as the Genetic Information Privacy Act, is aimed at direct-to-consumer testing services. This includes companies you’ve probably seen ads for … The post Genetic information may soon be protected by Nebraska police, employers appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Vision test can predict a patient’s stroke risk ‘decades ahead’, specialist says https://thesarpycounty.com/vision-test-can-predict-a-patients-stroke-risk-decades-ahead-specialist-says/ The retina is the light-sensitive layers of neural tissue at the back of the eye that receive images and send them as electrical signals to the brain via the optic nerve. An instructive study based on eye scans of 46,969 patients shows that “age-related retinal tear” may be a key predictor of stroke risk. Age-related … The post Vision test can predict a patient’s stroke risk ‘decades ahead’, specialist says appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln man lost $350,000 due to cryptocurrency scam https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-man-lost-350000-due-to-cryptocurrency-scam-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Lincoln Police Department is investigating after a man claimed he lost hundreds of thousands of dollars in a cryptocurrency scam. On Friday, the LPD reported that a 56-year-old man reported the scam to police, explaining that he had been in contact with a stranger since early December. According to LPD, … The post Lincoln man lost $350,000 due to cryptocurrency scam appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The dispute over the powers of the inspector general seems to be awaiting legal interpretation https://thesarpycounty.com/the-dispute-over-the-powers-of-the-inspector-general-seems-to-be-awaiting-legal-interpretation/ LINCOLN. Is it “constitutional overreach” to appoint special investigators appointed by the State Legislature to investigate issues, even deaths and injuries, related to government agencies? The longstanding debate about whether there is a separation of powers issue with government “inspectors general” was revived on Friday during a hearing in the legislature. It came during a … The post The dispute over the powers of the inspector general seems to be awaiting legal interpretation appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Vandals damaged, stolen from Omaha baseball field https://thesarpycounty.com/vandals-damaged-stolen-from-omaha-baseball-field/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The disappointment of an Omaha high school baseball coach after the field was vandalized. Vandals damaged Boyd Field and facilities over the weekend, according to Central Baseball. In his Twitter post, the head coach revealed that there were no railings in the stands and the gates had been removed. The coach … The post Vandals damaged, stolen from Omaha baseball field appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NDOT Seeks Applicant Feedback on State Electric Vehicle Charging Plan https://thesarpycounty.com/ndot-seeks-applicant-feedback-on-state-electric-vehicle-charging-plan-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Nebraska Department of Transportation is seeking feedback from applicants for the state’s electric vehicle infrastructure plan. According to the NDOT, a request for information (RFI) was issued to broaden the scope of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program and obtain more information from potential applicants on the specifics of … The post NDOT Seeks Applicant Feedback on State Electric Vehicle Charging Plan appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln man is sentenced to 17 years behind bars for possession of a machine gun https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-man-is-sentenced-to-17-years-behind-bars-for-possession-of-a-machine-gun/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A Lincoln man was sentenced last week to more than 17 years in prison for possessing a machine gun and using it in support of drug trafficking and violent crimes. The US attorney’s office said on Monday that 24-year-old Alejandro Alvarado will serve five years on probation following his prison sentence. … The post Lincoln man is sentenced to 17 years behind bars for possession of a machine gun appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NDOT Seeks Applicant Feedback on State Electric Vehicle Charging Plan https://thesarpycounty.com/ndot-seeks-applicant-feedback-on-state-electric-vehicle-charging-plan/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Nebraska Department of Transportation is seeking feedback from applicants for the state’s electric vehicle infrastructure plan. According to the NDOT, a request for information (RFI) was issued to broaden the scope of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program and obtain more information from potential applicants on the specifics of … The post NDOT Seeks Applicant Feedback on State Electric Vehicle Charging Plan appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Grover ice skating rink is back to normal after ceiling collapsed last week https://thesarpycounty.com/grover-ice-skating-rink-is-back-to-normal-after-ceiling-collapsed-last-week/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The scene last Monday night was water everywhere at Grover’s ice rink near 61st Street and Grover. The ceiling caved in after a pipe connected to a sprinkler system burst while a group of five- and six-year-olds were training. Luckily, there was no one under him. Hundreds of gallons poured through … The post Grover ice skating rink is back to normal after ceiling collapsed last week appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The city of Lincoln decides to use the Missouri River as a second source of water https://thesarpycounty.com/the-city-of-lincoln-decides-to-use-the-missouri-river-as-a-second-source-of-water/ Courtesy: City of Lincoln LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Over the past nine months, city leaders and water experts have debated recommendations on one of Lincoln’s largest projects ever undertaken. On Monday, they announced a $1.39 billion project that would tap the Missouri River as the city’s second source of water. The city would develop a … The post The city of Lincoln decides to use the Missouri River as a second source of water appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Business Innovation Law Program Successful for Local Startups https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-business-innovation-law-program-successful-for-local-startups-2/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Four years ago, Kelly Mann made a breakthrough when she founded her own company. The Business Innovation Act made this leap less risky. “Probably I would never launch AuditMiner because I would use my own funds, potentially mortgage my house, liquidate about 401 thousand of my own to invest money there. … The post Nebraska Business Innovation Law Program Successful for Local Startups appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Central Baseball Fields Damaged Weeks Before Eagles Season: ‘Deprive Kids of Opportunities’ https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-central-baseball-fields-damaged-weeks-before-eagles-season-deprive-kids-of-opportunities/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — “Every time something like this happens, you take away opportunities from kids,” said Jerry Kroeber, head coach of the Omaha Central baseball team. On Friday afternoon, Kroeber said something was wrong in Boyd Park. “Several parts of the stands for visitors were missing. I also noticed that the backgauge padding was … The post Omaha Central Baseball Fields Damaged Weeks Before Eagles Season: ‘Deprive Kids of Opportunities’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Harmful effects’: Road pollution can damage your brain, new study warns https://thesarpycounty.com/harmful-effects-road-pollution-can-damage-your-brain-new-study-warns/ Previous research has linked traffic-related air pollution to a higher risk of dementia. A meta-analysis published in the journal Neurology found that the risk of developing a mind-bending condition increases by three percent for every microgram per cubic meter (µg/m3) of road pollution. Now a new study adds to that evidence by highlighting the brain … The post ‘Harmful effects’: Road pollution can damage your brain, new study warns appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska long-term care homes still at risk of closing, asking for more money from Medicaid https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-long-term-care-homes-still-at-risk-of-closing-asking-for-more-money-from-medicaid/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Many Nebraska long-term care facilities are still struggling to keep their doors open. With insufficient reimbursement rates for Medicaid and no changes to the governor’s proposed budget, experts say there is still a risk of closure. According to the Nebraska Health Care Association, sixty percent of nursing home residents rely on … The post Nebraska long-term care homes still at risk of closing, asking for more money from Medicaid appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Grand Island Women’s Bowling Earns Second Place in Class A https://thesarpycounty.com/grand-island-womens-bowling-earns-second-place-in-class-a/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Let’s talk about a day of ups and downs. The Grand Island women’s bowling team started Monday on the worst note you could possibly get: a convincing 3-0 loss to Norfolk to open the Class A state tournament. Another loss and their time in Lincoln ended early yet to start. However, … The post Grand Island Women’s Bowling Earns Second Place in Class A appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lawyers for Nebraska man warn of ‘legalized theft’ of net worth https://thesarpycounty.com/lawyers-for-nebraska-man-warn-of-legalized-theft-of-net-worth-2/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A small one-story home next to an elementary school in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, is now owned by Omaha-based private investors, Continental Resources. Kevin Fair has owned the house for almost 20 years. He says he was paid for and is now valued at $60,000. But when his wife fell ill a few … The post Lawyers for Nebraska man warn of ‘legalized theft’ of net worth appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Business Innovation Law Program Successful for Local Startups https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-business-innovation-law-program-successful-for-local-startups/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Four years ago, Kelly Mann made a breakthrough when she founded her own company. The Business Innovation Act made this leap less risky. “Probably I would never launch AuditMiner because I would use my own funds, potentially mortgage my house, liquidate about 401 thousand of my own to invest money there. … The post Nebraska Business Innovation Law Program Successful for Local Startups appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

People’s City Mission requires gloves and blankets for the rest of the winter https://thesarpycounty.com/peoples-city-mission-requires-gloves-and-blankets-for-the-rest-of-the-winter/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Despite mild forecasts, this winter could be even colder in our future, which is why the People’s City Mission is calling for supplies from the community. “We’re not out of the woods yet, and we could really use the supplies, especially gloves and blankets,” said Pastor Tom Barber, the shelter’s chief … The post People’s City Mission requires gloves and blankets for the rest of the winter appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Grand Island Men’s Bowling wins second consecutive Class A championship https://thesarpycounty.com/grand-island-mens-bowling-wins-second-consecutive-class-a-championship/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Back to back. That’s the hope of any team in any sport looking to defend a state championship won the year before, so with the Class A Bowling State Championships taking place at the track in Lincoln on Monday, there was a very big goal on the back of the Class … The post Grand Island Men’s Bowling wins second consecutive Class A championship appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Iowa amusement park where the boy died will never reopen https://thesarpycounty.com/the-iowa-amusement-park-where-the-boy-died-will-never-reopen-2/ ALTUNA, Iowa (AP) — Iowa amusement park managers say they will never open an attraction where an 11-year-old boy was killed. Adventureland’s general manager announced the decision in a letter posted on the park’s website on Friday. He said the park had been checking the safety of the Raging River attraction for months. The company … The post The Iowa amusement park where the boy died will never reopen appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New study finds vitamin D reduces risk of death among Covid patients – ‘protective effect’ https://thesarpycounty.com/new-study-finds-vitamin-d-reduces-risk-of-death-among-covid-patients-protective-effect/ Since the beginning of the pandemic, many of us have been wary of the often-cited ways to protect ourselves from COVID-19. Thorough handwashing and wearing masks were common habits that reduced the risk of infection. However, when it came to the severity of the illness, it seemed like it was out of our control. Some … The post New study finds vitamin D reduces risk of death among Covid patients – ‘protective effect’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Deputies of the Sarpy district arrested a man accused of several car thefts at a car auction https://thesarpycounty.com/deputies-of-the-sarpy-district-arrested-a-man-accused-of-several-car-thefts-at-a-car-auction/ SARPI COUNTY, Nebraska (Nebraska) — For months, investigators have been focused on an unusual car theft case in Sarpy County. It involved at least one suspect who returned to the crime scene to steal more. Technology and determined detectives solved the case. A broken car doesn’t mean it won’t start completely, so an insurance car … The post Deputies of the Sarpy district arrested a man accused of several car thefts at a car auction appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.