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Nebraska women’s basketball holds off Northwestern for the road win https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-womens-basketball-holds-off-northwestern-for-the-road-win/ EVANSTON, Ill. (Nebraska Athletics) — Isabelle Bourne scored 18 points as she led four Huskers in double figures Monday night as Nebraska built a 22-point second-half lead before holding on for a 78-66 win at Northwestern. Alexis Markowski had his 11th double-double of the season with 11 points and 10 rebounds, while Sam Haiby contributed … The post Nebraska women’s basketball holds off Northwestern for the road win appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

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

The Youth Sports Complex is close to starting construction as it awaits final council vote https://thesarpycounty.com/the-youth-sports-complex-is-close-to-starting-construction-as-it-awaits-final-council-vote/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The new baseball and softball facility is close to possibly breaking another hurdle. On Monday, the Lincoln City Council held a public hearing about the property’s lease and ARPA funds from the city and county that will pay for part of the project. Private dollars also provide most of the dollars … The post The Youth Sports Complex is close to starting construction as it awaits final council vote appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Incredible Teamwork”: Rescuers rescue a man from an icy pond in Otoe County. https://thesarpycounty.com/incredible-teamwork-rescuers-rescue-a-man-from-an-icy-pond-in-otoe-county-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). On Sunday, several rescuers rescued a man who had been trapped in an icy pond in Otoe County for nearly 45 minutes. Syracuse rescue chief Tim Wilson said they received a call about a man who fell under the ice around 4:30 p.m. The rescue team, along with the Syracuse Fire Department, … The post “Incredible Teamwork”: Rescuers rescue a man from an icy pond in Otoe County. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Sudden delirium may appear ‘week’ before stroke – ‘don’t ignore the signs’ https://thesarpycounty.com/sudden-delirium-may-appear-week-before-stroke-dont-ignore-the-signs/ Blows are often silent until the very moment they strike. However, medical emergencies sometimes begin to cause alarming symptoms days before the event. Sudden delirium is one of the telltale signs of this process. Strokes happen every five minutes in the UK, making symptom awareness a focus. Cardiac Screen explains that some people may experience … The post Sudden delirium may appear ‘week’ before stroke – ‘don’t ignore the signs’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The police uncover an organized ring of catalytic converter thieves in eastern Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/the-police-uncover-an-organized-ring-of-catalytic-converter-thieves-in-eastern-nebraska/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Lincoln and Omaha Police continue their partnership to stop catalytic converter thefts. The Omaha Police Department says its investigators, working with the Lincoln Police Department and others, have identified an organized team dedicated to theft of catalytic converters. This group has been responsible for numerous thefts in the area, police say. … The post The police uncover an organized ring of catalytic converter thieves in eastern Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The ACLU of Nebraska is launching a new video series https://thesarpycounty.com/the-aclu-of-nebraska-is-launching-a-new-video-series/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Today, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Nebraska released the first video in a new series highlighting Nebrascans who are transgender, nonbinary, and bispiritual, a term used by many Indigenous communities to describe member LGBTQ+ tribes. The video is now available on YouTube and TransNebraska.org, a website operated by the … The post The ACLU of Nebraska is launching a new video series appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Protests resume at a residential development site near Lincoln’s Wilderness Park. https://thesarpycounty.com/protests-resume-at-a-residential-development-site-near-lincolns-wilderness-park/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska Examiner). On Monday, Native American activists returned to protest at the site of an apartment building planned near Wilderness Park, across the street from the steam room ceremonies. Lincoln police were called to the scene after activists blocked equipment that had begun removing trees from the site on Monday morning. By Monday … The post Protests resume at a residential development site near Lincoln’s Wilderness Park. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Public Library to conduct public poll https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-public-library-to-conduct-public-poll/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Omaha Public Library wants to know what you want. A new poll begins February 15, asking for public opinion on what changes people would like to see in local libraries. The Swanson Library in Omaha has something for everyone, whether it’s computers, playgrounds or books. This is the happy place … The post Omaha Public Library to conduct public poll appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

HIV disproportionately affects blacks in Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/hiv-disproportionately-affects-blacks-in-nebraska/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) — Tuesday is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, and local organizations are gearing up to ramp up testing. There has been a lot of progress since HIV and AIDS first became a public health crisis, but the fight continues to raise awareness and testing. The Douglas County Department of Health’s theme for … The post HIV disproportionately affects blacks in Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The mild weather continues until Wednesday… https://thesarpycounty.com/the-mild-weather-continues-until-wednesday/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) — This mild weather overall will continue, with temperatures dropping briefly by the end of the week before picking up where we left off for the weekend. Skies will clear late Monday night, leaving temperatures in the lower 30s for much of the night before dipping into the upper 20s for Tuesday’s … The post The mild weather continues until Wednesday… appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Inside the cardiac cath lab at CHI Heart Hospital, Nebraska. https://thesarpycounty.com/inside-the-cardiac-cath-lab-at-chi-heart-hospital-nebraska/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the country and in the state of Nebraska. Since February is Heart Awareness Month, the importance of taking care of your heart health is emphasized. Patients with symptoms of a heart attack may find themselves in a cardiac cath lab at Nebraska’s CHI … The post Inside the cardiac cath lab at CHI Heart Hospital, Nebraska. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

State Senator Jacobson to introduce a bill to help disabled people with insurance https://thesarpycounty.com/state-senator-jacobson-to-introduce-a-bill-to-help-disabled-people-with-insurance/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — One of dozens of bills introduced by state Sen. Mike Jacobson will be heard Tuesday in the Nebraska Legislature’s Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee. LB32 was cited on Jan. 9 after being introduced on Jan. 5. Jacobson said the bill requires insurers offering Medicare supplement plans, particularly Medigap, to include … The post State Senator Jacobson to introduce a bill to help disabled people with insurance appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Actor Lee Marvin passed away from a heart attack while receiving treatment for “wear and tear”. https://thesarpycounty.com/actor-lee-marvin-passed-away-from-a-heart-attack-while-receiving-treatment-for-wear-and-tear/ Growing up in New York City, Marvin’s mischievous spirit emerged when he ran away from home at the age of four. When the youth was found two days later, looking back at the memory, Marvin joked, “Even then I didn’t have much discipline.” Sent to several boarding schools, Marvin was expelled from them one after … The post Actor Lee Marvin passed away from a heart attack while receiving treatment for “wear and tear”. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Girl Scout Cookie Season Begins Friday: “We Really Have Everything You Need!” https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-girl-scout-cookie-season-begins-friday-we-really-have-everything-you-need/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — One of the most enjoyable times of the year is back. Giveaway for Girl Scout Cookie Season. I-Go Van and Storage distributes approximately 900,000 cookie bundles, totaling approximately 16 million cookies. Two hundred Fighter Scouts went after them. But the workers seemed just as excited as the Girl Scouts when it … The post Omaha Girl Scout Cookie Season Begins Friday: “We Really Have Everything You Need!” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The black church keeps writing black history https://thesarpycounty.com/the-black-church-keeps-writing-black-history/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Black Church has played a major role in writing black history. “The black church is at the heart of black history,” said Pastor Emeritus Dr. Ralph Lassiter of Mount Moriah Baptist Church. “You can go back to the early formation of this country and the church was part of it. … The post The black church keeps writing black history appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

White House targets Central American economic development to reduce migration https://thesarpycounty.com/white-house-targets-central-american-economic-development-to-reduce-migration/ WASHINGTON. On Monday, the White House announced an investment of nearly $1 billion to address the economic causes of migration in several Central American countries. These efforts were supported by Vice President Kamala Harris. Over the next few years, 10 private companies, from Target to Nestlé, are pledging a total of $950 million to support … The post White House targets Central American economic development to reduce migration appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

AMC to raise prices for better movie seats https://thesarpycounty.com/amc-to-raise-prices-for-better-movie-seats/ FILE – In this April 29, 2020 file photo, the AMC sign appears at the AMC Burbank 16 movie theater complex in Burbank, California. AMC Theaters, the nation’s largest chain, is pushing back on its plans to begin reopening theaters within two weeks. The company said on Monday it would open about 450 locations across … The post AMC to raise prices for better movie seats appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

More volunteers are needed for Red Cross disaster action teams https://thesarpycounty.com/more-volunteers-are-needed-for-red-cross-disaster-action-teams/ KEARNEY, Neb. (Nebraska) – The American Red Cross hopes more people sign up to become members of the Disaster Action Team. The Red Cross responded to house fires in both McCook and Grand Island on Sunday. The volunteers who contributed to these responses are part of the Disaster Action Team. These are the first line … The post More volunteers are needed for Red Cross disaster action teams appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska legislator revives attempt to support and streamline food truck permits https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-legislator-revives-attempt-to-support-and-streamline-food-truck-permits-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska Examiner) — A proposal in the Nebraska Legislature would eliminate red tape for food truck owners facing what State Senator Tony Vargas of Omaha called a “patchwork of rules.” Vargas Bill 740 would require the Nebraska Department of Agriculture to maintain a list of areas that have food truck ordinances and enter … The post Nebraska legislator revives attempt to support and streamline food truck permits appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Credit Union Restricts Online Debit Card Transactions Due to Fraud Warning https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-credit-union-restricts-online-debit-card-transactions-due-to-fraud-warning/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Creighton Federal Credit Union warned customers Monday that it is limiting online debit card transactions to one per day in an attempt to stop widespread payment fraud. “Purchases by debit card in person at retail stores or transactions at ATMs are not affected and will continue to be allowed,” the … The post Omaha Credit Union Restricts Online Debit Card Transactions Due to Fraud Warning appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

US House Speaker Calls for ‘Responsible’ Debt Limitation Bill and Shares Some Details https://thesarpycounty.com/us-house-speaker-calls-for-responsible-debt-limitation-bill-and-shares-some-details/ WASHINGTON. Speaker of the US House of Representatives Kevin McCarthy on Monday said the biggest threat to the country’s future is rising public debt, although he did not give specific details on how he plans to cut deficit spending or avoid the first-ever debt default this year. The California Republican, in a 10-minute address from … The post US House Speaker Calls for ‘Responsible’ Debt Limitation Bill and Shares Some Details appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The grief of grieving parents who still do not know how their children died https://thesarpycounty.com/the-grief-of-grieving-parents-who-still-do-not-know-how-their-children-died/ Hannah Johnston must be looking forward to her youngest son William’s third birthday. But instead of baking a cake, wrapping gifts and throwing a party, Hanna will mark the date this month by releasing a balloon and planting a rose bush in memory of William, who died in November 2021 at the age of 21 … The post The grief of grieving parents who still do not know how their children died appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

In the heat for a few more days https://thesarpycounty.com/in-the-heat-for-a-few-more-days/ The average high for early February is around 30C, but we will be well above it for the next couple of days. We cool down to wrap up the week, but warm up quickly in time for the weekend. Wednesday evening there will be a couple of chances for some light mixed rain, then again … The post In the heat for a few more days appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Amazing Teamwork’: First Responders Save Man From Frozen Pond in Otoe County https://thesarpycounty.com/amazing-teamwork-first-responders-save-man-from-frozen-pond-in-otoe-county/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Several rescue workers rescued a man who had been trapped in a frozen pond in Otoe County for nearly 45 minutes on Sunday. Syracuse Rescue Service Chief Tim Wilson said he received a report of a man who fell through the ice at around 4:30 p.m. Chief Wilson said two men … The post ‘Amazing Teamwork’: First Responders Save Man From Frozen Pond in Otoe County appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Incredible Teamwork”: Rescuers rescue a man from an icy pond in Otoe County. https://thesarpycounty.com/incredible-teamwork-rescuers-rescue-a-man-from-an-icy-pond-in-otoe-county/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). On Sunday, several rescuers rescued a man who had been trapped in an icy pond in Otoe County for nearly 45 minutes. Syracuse rescue chief Tim Wilson said they received a call about a man who fell under the ice around 4:30 p.m. The rescue team, along with the Syracuse Fire Department, … The post “Incredible Teamwork”: Rescuers rescue a man from an icy pond in Otoe County. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Creighton Federal Credit Union is experiencing an increase in fraudulent transactions https://thesarpycounty.com/creighton-federal-credit-union-is-experiencing-an-increase-in-fraudulent-transactions/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Creighton Federal Credit Union says on its website that the company is responding to a large number of fraudulent transactions by temporarily limiting the number of online transactions its customers can make. Here is the credit union’s online statement: “Creighton Federal is facing a very large number of fraudulent debit … The post Creighton Federal Credit Union is experiencing an increase in fraudulent transactions 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/ 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.

Letter signed by 1,500 calls on Children’s Hospital to oppose proposed ban on genital care https://thesarpycounty.com/letter-signed-by-1500-calls-on-childrens-hospital-to-oppose-proposed-ban-on-genital-care/ As of Monday, more than 1,500 people have signed a letter calling on the board of directors of Omaha Children’s Hospital and Medical Center to oppose legislation banning gender-sensitive juvenile health care in Nebraska. The bill also bans healthcare providers from referring patients to doctors who provide gender-affirming care to minors and bans organizations that … The post Letter signed by 1,500 calls on Children’s Hospital to oppose proposed ban on genital care appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Governor Pillen, joined by Tom Osborne, declares Nebraska Mentoring Month https://thesarpycounty.com/governor-pillen-joined-by-tom-osborne-declares-nebraska-mentoring-month/ Courtesy of @TeamPillen on Twitter LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Gov. Jim Pillen has declared February to be Nebraska Mentoring Month. Pillen was joined on Monday by lawmakers, legendary Husker trainer Tom Osborne and representatives of the mentoring program at the State Capitol. At the event, Pillen announced a $5 million annual competitive grant to promote … The post Governor Pillen, joined by Tom Osborne, declares Nebraska Mentoring Month appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.