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The center awards nearly $20 million to develop the behavioral health workforce in Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/the-center-awards-nearly-20-million-to-develop-the-behavioral-health-workforce-in-nebraska/ A total of 83 projects from across Nebraska will receive nearly $20 million in federal pandemic recovery funds to support the development of the state’s behavioral health workforce. The money is the first and largest installment of the $25.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds the Nebraska Legislature awarded last year to the Nebraska … The post The center awards nearly $20 million to develop the behavioral health workforce in Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Hastings Community Theater presents ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’ starting February 17 https://thesarpycounty.com/hastings-community-theater-presents-one-flew-over-the-cuckoos-nest-starting-february-17/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – Hastings Community Theater continues its 63rd season with One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. It is a Dale Wasserman adaptation of Ken Kesey’s famous novel of the same name. The comedy stays true to the spirit of the novel and was praised as “scarifying and powerful” by The New York Times. … The post Hastings Community Theater presents ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’ starting February 17 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Great Plains Health announces new sports and therapy, orthopedic rehabilitation center https://thesarpycounty.com/great-plains-health-announces-new-sports-and-therapy-orthopedic-rehabilitation-center/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – Great Plains Health announced a new sports, therapy and orthopedic rehabilitation center. According to a press release from Great Plains Health, the facility will be conveniently and centrally located on the Great Plains Health campus at the corner of Jeffers and Leota Streets at 1520 South Jeffers Street. “We look … The post Great Plains Health announces new sports and therapy, orthopedic rehabilitation center appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Authorities released the names of victims of the Saunders County crash on Wednesday; 24 year old woman died https://thesarpycounty.com/authorities-released-the-names-of-victims-of-the-saunders-county-crash-on-wednesday-24-year-old-woman-died/ UPDATE 01/27/2023 Jekylyn Potter-Bakkendal, 24, died on Wednesday in a car accident near Prague in Saunders County. The Saunders County Sheriff’s Office said she was a passenger in a Buick Regal driven by 26-year-old Rory Bakendal from Prague. In the passenger seat of the car were two children of three and six years old. “Life-threatening … The post Authorities released the names of victims of the Saunders County crash on Wednesday; 24 year old woman died appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Governor Pillan Announces New State Fire Chief https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-governor-pillan-announces-new-state-fire-chief/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska is getting a new fire chief after the first gubernatorial nominee resigned for health reasons. Gov. Jim Pillen announced Friday that he is naming Scott Cordes as the new state fire chief. Cordes replaces Shane Hunter, who was originally appointed by Pillen to the position after he retired for health … The post Nebraska Governor Pillan Announces New State Fire Chief appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Thanks to speaker Carl Histie, the number of young murderers has doubled https://thesarpycounty.com/thanks-to-speaker-carl-histie-the-number-of-young-murderers-has-doubled/ Albany legislators passed an age-raising bill meaning kids under 18 do the right thing. But it turns out that the increase in the age of criminal responsibility to 18, which came into effect in October 2019, has led to a huge jump in the number of underage murderers. and victims. New NYPD data shows that … The post Thanks to speaker Carl Histie, the number of young murderers has doubled appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska high school basketball scores, Jan. 28 https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-high-school-basketball-scores-jan-28/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Another packed day for basketball, with many local teams playing on the hardwood floor. Here are the scores and highlights from Saturday’s action. Boys basketball Lincoln East 63, Elkhorn South 55 Lincoln High 53, Omaha North 50 Lincoln NE 73, Norfolk 32 Lincoln Southeast 86, Omaha Northwest 60 Lincoln North Star … The post Nebraska high school basketball scores, Jan. 28 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Calls to the auditor come from all over Nebraska https://thesarpycounty.com/calls-to-the-auditor-come-from-all-over-nebraska/ It was probably not surprising that the subject of audits would come up Wednesday when the auditor was in Norfolk to speak with Madison County Republicans at their monthly luncheon. After Mike Foley finished discussing the Nebraska Legislature and some of his previous state government jobs, he told the 30 or so people who attended … The post Calls to the auditor come from all over Nebraska appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Kearney’s fifth grader earns the finalist position in the essay competition https://thesarpycounty.com/kearneys-fifth-grader-earns-the-finalist-position-in-the-essay-competition/ KEARNEY, Neb. (Nebraska) — Kearney Public Schools fifth grader Riley Week is a top ten state finalist in the “What My Mother Means to Me” fifth grade essay contest. Every year American Mothers, Inc., a non-profit organization that has been honoring outstanding mothers in the United States since 1935, holds a fifth grade essay contest. … The post Kearney’s fifth grader earns the finalist position in the essay competition appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Murder suspect returns to Texas to face charges https://thesarpycounty.com/murder-suspect-returns-to-texas-to-face-charges/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) — After months in Nebraska, a Texas teenager has returned to his home state to face charges over his mother’s death. According to jail records in Harris County, Texas, 18-year-old Tyler Roenz was booked into one of their facilities on Wednesday. Roenz is charged with murder, unauthorized use of a vehicle, … The post Murder suspect returns to Texas to face charges appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘So Far So Good’: Mount Crescent Ski Resort Improves Under District Management https://thesarpycounty.com/so-far-so-good-mount-crescent-ski-resort-improves-under-district-management/ HALF MOON, Iowa (Nebraska) — In its first season under Pottawattami County, Mount Crescent Ski Resort is looking forward to another great season. Kylie Gumpert of the Pottawattami County Department of Conservation said they are focused on improving the experience, which means more snow. The county purchased four new snowplows, reopening ski runs that had … The post ‘So Far So Good’: Mount Crescent Ski Resort Improves Under District Management appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Van crash in northern Iowa kills four, injures several https://thesarpycounty.com/van-crash-in-northern-iowa-kills-four-injures-several/ WELLESBURG, Iowa (AP) – Four people were killed and several others injured when the van they were in went out of control on a slippery highway in northern Iowa. The crash happened just before 7 a.m. Friday, when the driver of a 15-passenger westbound van lost control on an icy Highway 20 near the small … The post Van crash in northern Iowa kills four, injures several appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lindsey Clancy’s husband begs people to forgive her for killing their children https://thesarpycounty.com/lindsey-clancys-husband-begs-people-to-forgive-her-for-killing-their-children/ The husband of Massachusetts mom Lindsey Clancy, who is accused of strangling her three young children before attempting suicide, begged people to forgive her for the horrific crime, describing the “real Lindsey” as “loving” and “caring.” ” “I want to ask all of you to forgive Lindsey deep down like I did,” Patrick Clancy wrote … The post Lindsey Clancy’s husband begs people to forgive her for killing their children appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Bacteria on the tongue can cause ‘serious infections’ in the heart and brain – things to avoid https://thesarpycounty.com/bacteria-on-the-tongue-can-cause-serious-infections-in-the-heart-and-brain-things-to-avoid/ Billions of bacteria live in the mouth, some of which live exclusively on the tongue. Sometimes they enter the bloodstream through ulcers or other openings in the gums, allowing various circulating bacteria to enter the bloodstream. Once in the systemic circulation, bacteria can be fatal if they enter the wrong places. This is due to … The post Bacteria on the tongue can cause ‘serious infections’ in the heart and brain – things to avoid appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“I-80 is a conduit for all types of criminal activity,” including human trafficking https://thesarpycounty.com/i-80-is-a-conduit-for-all-types-of-criminal-activity-including-human-trafficking/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Officials say the number of human trafficking cases prosecuted in Nebraska rose from 0 to 92 between 2007 and 2022. That leap is due to a special task force created in 2015. The goal of the Nebraska Human Trafficking Task Force is to raise awareness that it is happening across the … The post “I-80 is a conduit for all types of criminal activity,” including human trafficking appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Graduated in drug court https://thesarpycounty.com/graduated-in-drug-court/ On January 20, Brittney Muncie graduated from Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court in the Madison County District Court presided over by Judge James Kube. Following his dismissal from his position and subsequent court graduation, Muncie offered words of encouragement to fellow program participants. For the court’s graduates of problem solving, the ceremony marks the completion … The post Graduated in drug court appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Temperatures dropping… Better chance of snow in the north https://thesarpycounty.com/temperatures-dropping-better-chance-of-snow-in-the-north/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) — Snow will develop over northern Nebraska tonight through Saturday. The heaviest will be in counties adjacent to the South Dakota border, with the impact of the snow decreasing the further south you go. In the Local 4 area, the best chance of snow accumulation will be in the Ord, Greeley and … The post Temperatures dropping… Better chance of snow in the north appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Below freezing lows, single-digit highs and severe wind chills https://thesarpycounty.com/below-freezing-lows-single-digit-highs-and-severe-wind-chills/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – As if the news is bad enough, the weather isn’t going to be great if you like any kind of heat in your immediate forecast. The region can expect highs in the single digits on Sunday, but with the amount of wind we can expect to see, we really should … The post Below freezing lows, single-digit highs and severe wind chills appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Sunday Forecast: Arctic Impact with Another Small Chance of Snow https://thesarpycounty.com/sunday-forecast-arctic-impact-with-another-small-chance-of-snow/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Get those heavy winter coats, hats, and gloves ready! Arctic cold air and windy conditions will make for very cold winds over the next few days. In addition, we will see a small chance of some light snow showers or hurricanes on Monday. On Saturday, severe frosts crept into region 1011, … The post Sunday Forecast: Arctic Impact with Another Small Chance of Snow appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Take time to smile: Three Omaha chefs and restaurants shortlisted for James Beard Awards https://thesarpycounty.com/take-time-to-smile-three-omaha-chefs-and-restaurants-shortlisted-for-james-beard-awards/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – He is called the “Oscars of the world of food.” The semi-finalists for this year’s James Beard Award are out of action, with three chefs and restaurants from Omaha on the list. Kane Adkisson is nominated for the title of Aspiring Chef. And in the category “Best Chef” in the region … The post Take time to smile: Three Omaha chefs and restaurants shortlisted for James Beard Awards appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha-based trucking company finds creative way to deal with labor shortage https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-based-trucking-company-finds-creative-way-to-deal-with-labor-shortage/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Like most industries across the country, trucking is facing a labor shortage. Truck drivers are in high demand and in short supply. Therefore, Hill Bros. Transportation in Omaha took matters into their own hands and set up their own driving school. Amber Floyd is a recent graduate of Pro-Fleet, the CDL … The post Omaha-based trucking company finds creative way to deal with labor shortage appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Barack and Michelle Obama issued a statement about the “unjustified” beating of Tyre Nichols https://thesarpycounty.com/barack-and-michelle-obama-issued-a-statement-about-the-unjustified-beating-of-tyre-nichols/ President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle tweeted a grim reminder of police brutality in America on Saturday after horrifying footage of Tyre Nichols’ fatal beating surfaced. “The brutal, unjustified beating of Tyre Nichols and his final death at the hands of five Memphis police officers is just the latest, painful reminder of how far … The post Barack and Michelle Obama issued a statement about the “unjustified” beating of Tyre Nichols appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Heartache: ‘healthy and fit’ young man dies at home of sudden chest pains https://thesarpycounty.com/heartache-healthy-and-fit-young-man-dies-at-home-of-sudden-chest-pains/ Tribute to a young man with an “open heart” after his sudden death. Nikash Said had the “God-given ability to bring a smile to every face” and was hailed as “the glue in his community”. A 26-year-old man from Nelson, Lancashire, died on January 4 after suffering sudden and severe chest pains. After resting upstairs … The post Heartache: ‘healthy and fit’ young man dies at home of sudden chest pains appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Cretan firefighter returns home after months of hospitalization https://thesarpycounty.com/the-cretan-firefighter-returns-home-after-months-of-hospitalization/ Courtesy: GoFundMe LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) After being badly burned fighting fires in October 2022, a Cretan firefighter was finally able to return home on Friday. The Cretan community would surely let Brad Elder know how much they missed him. The Firefighters of Crete and the students and staff of Doane College, where Elder is a … The post The Cretan firefighter returns home after months of hospitalization appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

CDC awards $915,000 to UNMC to place nursing students in K-12 schools https://thesarpycounty.com/cdc-awards-915000-to-unmc-to-place-nursing-students-in-k-12-schools/ A $915,163 grant from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is enabling the University of Nebraska Medical Center to address a shortage of nurses in K-12 schools across Nebraska. The grant will place 25 nursing students from UNMC’s five campuses — Omaha, Lincoln, Norfolk, Kearney and Scottsbluff — in K-12 schools at the … The post CDC awards $915,000 to UNMC to place nursing students in K-12 schools appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Grand Island Casino sees early success https://thesarpycounty.com/grand-island-casino-sees-early-success/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – It’s been a month since the Grand Island Casino opened and it’s already making a good impression on the community. In just five days of operation in December, it contributed more than $97,000 to the state, with more than $12,000 of that going to the city and county. Casino officials … The post Grand Island Casino sees early success appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

North Platte won the Class C Girls High School Golf Championship Tournament through 2026 https://thesarpycounty.com/north-platte-won-the-class-c-girls-high-school-golf-championship-tournament-through-2026/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — The Nebraska School Activities Association listened to proposals from Nebraska communities Wednesday, Jan. 25, and decided in a vote of 8 to 0 to award the North Platte community the Class C Girls High School State Golf Championship for the years 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026, according to a press … The post North Platte won the Class C Girls High School Golf Championship Tournament through 2026 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

From superheroes to craft shows, stay busy at these free and affordable events in the Omaha area. https://thesarpycounty.com/from-superheroes-to-craft-shows-stay-busy-at-these-free-and-affordable-events-in-the-omaha-area/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Whether you love superheroes, movies, music, air and space travel, or craft shows, Omaha and surrounding areas are covering these local events this weekend. Winter Childhood Dream Film Series: Weekend January 27-29.Showing screenings of The Secret Life of Pets. January 27: 13:30; January 28: 13:00 and 14:30; January 29: 1:00 pmMajestic … The post From superheroes to craft shows, stay busy at these free and affordable events in the Omaha area. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha non-profit opposes LB258 https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-non-profit-opposes-lb258/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Over the past decade, Project Extra Mile officials have noticed a decrease in the number of underage youths who become addicted to alcohol. Now they say the pandemic has reversed that trend. “It has really increased since the pandemic due to lockdown and lack of school, boredom, so it is growing … The post Omaha non-profit opposes LB258 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Letters to the editor – January 28, 2023 https://thesarpycounty.com/letters-to-the-editor-january-28-2023/ Issue: Adam Coleman’s column on Reverend Al Sharpton’s support for crime-promoting policies. The Reverend Al Sharpton has made a career of dividing us with violence and racial incitement, so any concerns he has are purely selfish (Firestarter, Adam Coleman, PostOpinion, Jan. 26). It’s always nice to see a liberal policy he once championed fail. In … The post Letters to the editor – January 28, 2023 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.