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Lower Elkhorn NRD elects new council officers https://thesarpycounty.com/lower-elkhorn-nrd-elects-new-council-officers/   As part of the regular agenda at Thursday’s Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District (LENRD) board meeting, members elected new officers to fill the positions of president, vice president and secretary. The Nebraska Association of Resource Districts (NARD) delegate and alternate for LENRD were also elected. NARD board officials and delegates serve two-year terms. Outgoing … The post Lower Elkhorn NRD elects new council officers appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Norfolk’s director of public safety was appointed fire marshal https://thesarpycounty.com/norfolks-director-of-public-safety-was-appointed-fire-marshal/   Scott Cordes, director of public safety for Norfolk and assistant city manager, has been appointed by Governor Jim Pillen as Nebraska state fire marshal. The nomination was announced in a press release from the governor’s office on Friday afternoon. Cordes will replace Shane Hunter, who stepped down due to personal health issues. “Scott will … The post Norfolk’s director of public safety was appointed fire marshal appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Book giveaways for Project Big Read will begin next week https://thesarpycounty.com/book-giveaways-for-project-big-read-will-begin-next-week/   Northeast Community College will kick off its National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Big Read project with a book giveaway campaign starting next week. Northeast is one of 62 organizations nationwide that has been selected to receive a 2022-23 NEA Big Read grant. Shown here is the cover of the book “Sitting Pretty: The … The post Book giveaways for Project Big Read will begin next week appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Plattsmouth Police Department is looking for a missing 68-year-old woman https://thesarpycounty.com/the-plattsmouth-police-department-is-looking-for-a-missing-68-year-old-woman/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Plattsmouth Police Department is searching for a missing 68-year-old woman. A notice of missing persons in danger has been issued in eastern Nebraska to determine the whereabouts of 68-year-old Patricia Lanam. Lanam has dementia. Lanam was last seen at 10.50pm on Friday near the 300 block of Fifth Street in … The post The Plattsmouth Police Department is looking for a missing 68-year-old woman appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Plattsmouth Police Department looking for missing 68-year-old woman https://thesarpycounty.com/plattsmouth-police-department-looking-for-missing-68-year-old-woman-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Plattsmouth Police Department is looking for a missing 68-year-old woman. A missing persons, endangered notice has been issued in Eastern Nebraska to locate 68-year-old Patricia Lanam. Lanam has dementia. Lanham was last seen at 10:50 p.m. Friday near the 300th block of Fifth Street in Plattsmouth. She is a 68-year-old … The post Plattsmouth Police Department looking for missing 68-year-old woman appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Cool and cloudy with snow showers over the weekend https://thesarpycounty.com/cool-and-cloudy-with-snow-showers-over-the-weekend/   We had a little cooler than usual last week, but much colder air is expected next week. Over the next few days, several systems will be moving quickly across our region, keeping cloud cover and the possibility of snow showers over the weekend. The two low pressure systems will operate from Saturday morning to … The post Cool and cloudy with snow showers over the weekend appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Saunders County Sheriff’s Office releases name of woman killed in head-on collision https://thesarpycounty.com/saunders-county-sheriffs-office-releases-name-of-woman-killed-in-head-on-collision-2/   LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Saunders County Sheriff’s Office released the name of a 24-year-old woman who was killed in a two-vehicle collision Wednesday night in Saunders County. The accident happened on Highway 79 four miles north of Prague, about 45 miles north of Lincoln, around 8:45 pm. Authorities said Payton R. Pruett, 20, … The post Saunders County Sheriff’s Office releases name of woman killed in head-on collision appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nitrate levels in Nebraska drinking water are a growing health concern https://thesarpycounty.com/nitrate-levels-in-nebraska-drinking-water-are-a-growing-health-concern/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Nebraska residents use water every day. Drink, cook, shower, clean to survive. But experts are concerned about how much nitrate is in our drinking water. It’s a chemical that you can’t see, feel, or taste, but it can cause cancer. “When you swallow them, they can react with proteins in your … The post Nitrate levels in Nebraska drinking water are a growing health concern appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Prosecutors are challenging Fortenberry’s appeal claims, including that he was wrongfully tried in Los Angeles. https://thesarpycounty.com/prosecutors-are-challenging-fortenberrys-appeal-claims-including-that-he-was-wrongfully-tried-in-los-angeles-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska Examiner) — Federal prosecutors in California on Friday dismissed appeals by former U.S. Rep. Jeff Fortenberry that he was wrongly convicted of lying to federal agents and that he was wrongly tried in Los Angeles, not Nebraska. In a 73-page document, prosecutors from the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Los Angeles argued that … The post Prosecutors are challenging Fortenberry’s appeal claims, including that he was wrongfully tried in Los Angeles. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

TikTok trend causes sharp spike in car thefts in Omaha https://thesarpycounty.com/tiktok-trend-causes-sharp-spike-in-car-thefts-in-omaha/ OMAHA, Nebraska (WOWT) — A new surge in auto theft has many wondering if they will be the next victim. This has become a big problem in Omaha and across the country. Like most of us, Sean Traver doesn’t like getting into a cold car. So, he lets him warm up before taking his son … The post TikTok trend causes sharp spike in car thefts in Omaha appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Extremely disturbing’: Police looking for torture suspect convicted of similar crime just 2 years ago https://thesarpycounty.com/extremely-disturbing-police-looking-for-torture-suspect-convicted-of-similar-crime-just-2-years-ago/ On Thursday, Southern Oregon police were looking for a man accused of torturing a woman he held captive, less than two years after he was convicted in Nevada for holding another woman captive for weeks before the victim managed to escape. Grants Pass Police Chief Warren Hensman said in a phone interview that he finds … The post ‘Extremely disturbing’: Police looking for torture suspect convicted of similar crime just 2 years ago appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Kyvon Washington accused of raping Madison Brooks arrested for sexually assaulting 12-year-old girl: police https://thesarpycounty.com/kyvon-washington-accused-of-raping-madison-brooks-arrested-for-sexually-assaulting-12-year-old-girl-police/ One of the men accused of raping LSU student Madison Brooks before she was hit by a car was arrested on charges of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl in 2020. Kyvon Washington, 18, was arrested for first-degree rape a day after he was released on bail in the case of 19-year-old Madison Brooks, which charges … The post Kyvon Washington accused of raping Madison Brooks arrested for sexually assaulting 12-year-old girl: police appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Active young woman was scammed by doctors when she had life-threatening heart disease https://thesarpycounty.com/active-young-woman-was-scammed-by-doctors-when-she-had-life-threatening-heart-disease/ Upon visiting the doctor’s office, her anxiety was dismissed as nothing more than a fit of anxiety. “When I first went to my therapist with concerns, I was lied to three times and they said it was anxiety,” recalls Jade from Doncaster. But Jade has known something else must be going on ever since she … The post Active young woman was scammed by doctors when she had life-threatening heart disease appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Haymarket business owners concerned about Lincoln Bold project https://thesarpycounty.com/haymarket-business-owners-concerned-about-lincoln-bold-project/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Cologne) – Lincoln Bold promises a gleaming 22-story tower of windows, but many Haymarket business owners say they are concerned about the transparency of the project. “That’s why we’re looking for answers” – John Camp, President of Haymarket Square Developers. “Tell us t for traffic, how is he going to get here. Pwhere … The post Haymarket business owners concerned about Lincoln Bold project appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Massive $26.7 Million Methodist Hospital Renovation Completed https://thesarpycounty.com/massive-26-7-million-methodist-hospital-renovation-completed/ OMAHA, Nebraska (KMTV) – This project began in 2019 and is now complete. A $26.7 million renovation and expansion of the Methodist Hospital’s emergency room is now ready to receive patients. It has doubled in size with 22,000 square feet and also doubled the number of rooms from 12 to 24. “We are very pleased … The post Massive $26.7 Million Methodist Hospital Renovation Completed appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Murder suspect returns to Texas to stand trial https://thesarpycounty.com/murder-suspect-returns-to-texas-to-stand-trial-2/ GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska (KSNB) — After spending several months in Nebraska, a Texas teenager returned to his home state, where he faces charges in the death of his mother. Tyler Renz, 18, was admitted to one of the jails on Wednesday, according to prison records in Harris County, Texas. Roentz is charged with murder, unauthorized … The post Murder suspect returns to Texas to stand trial appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Should child abusers receive the death penalty? DeSantis proposal could challenge SCOTUS decision https://thesarpycounty.com/should-child-abusers-receive-the-death-penalty-desantis-proposal-could-challenge-scotus-decision/ Speaking in Miami on Thursday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis proposed making those convicted of child rape eligible for the death penalty and requiring them to serve the minimum sentence of life in prison. Library of Congress report recounted the case of a Louisiana man who was convicted of raping his 8-year-old stepdaughter and sentenced to … The post Should child abusers receive the death penalty? DeSantis proposal could challenge SCOTUS decision appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

One-legged swindler accused of beating CVS workers in New York arrested again, hours after being released without bail https://thesarpycounty.com/one-legged-swindler-accused-of-beating-cvs-workers-in-new-york-arrested-again-hours-after-being-released-without-bail/ The long arm of the law again overtook the distraught one-legged swindler. Hours after a judge released frustrated suspect Eutano Bernard without bail in connection with a bizarre padlock and urination incident, police officers handcuffed the 41-year-old man again, NYPD said. Bernard was collared on the Upper East Side Thursday night when he hit an … The post One-legged swindler accused of beating CVS workers in New York arrested again, hours after being released without bail appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Two common conditions can ’cause blood clots’ – NHS warns of ‘very serious’ life threatening https://thesarpycounty.com/two-common-conditions-can-cause-blood-clots-nhs-warns-of-very-serious-life-threatening/ Two common conditions can lead to blood clots in the veins if there has been no injury; is obesity and heart disease. The National Health Service warns that a clot can become stuck in the bloodstream, which can block vital blood flow to organs. For example, if blood flow to the brain is interrupted, a … The post Two common conditions can ’cause blood clots’ – NHS warns of ‘very serious’ life threatening appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Another former LPD officer files a lawsuit against the city of Lincoln. https://thesarpycounty.com/another-former-lpd-officer-files-a-lawsuit-against-the-city-of-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Another lawsuit was filed against the city of Lincoln by a former police officer. Angela Sands, a former sergeant and public relations officer for the department, filed a nearly 100-page lawsuit this week against the city. Sands has been with the LPD for about 10 years and is a former Nebraska … The post Another former LPD officer files a lawsuit against the city of Lincoln. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Platsmouth Police Department looking for endangered Platsmouth woman https://thesarpycounty.com/platsmouth-police-department-looking-for-endangered-platsmouth-woman/ PLATSMOUTH, Nebraska (KMTV) — The Plattsmouth Police Department is trying to find a missing Plattsmouth woman. Patricia Lanham is a 68 year old white woman. She is five feet six inches tall with dark gray hair. Lanam was last seen wearing black trousers, a long-sleeved white shirt, and no shoes or coat. Lanam was last … The post Platsmouth Police Department looking for endangered Platsmouth woman appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Top 6 of 6: Most Viewed Videos This Week – January 27 https://thesarpycounty.com/top-6-of-6-most-viewed-videos-this-week-january-27/ (WOWT) – Below are the most viewed WOWT videos, the most clicked stories, and the most active social media posts for the week ending Friday, January 27th. Top 6 WOWT Videos 6. Omaha blind date lures the victim in with a beating The start of what he thought was a blind date left the man … The post Top 6 of 6: Most Viewed Videos This Week – January 27 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Graphic warning: Memphis releases TV camera footage of fatal beating by cops fomenting violence https://thesarpycounty.com/graphic-warning-memphis-releases-tv-camera-footage-of-fatal-beating-by-cops-fomenting-violence/ The release of body camera footage showing Tyre Nichols being beaten by police in Memphis, Tennessee, sparked disgust and anger on social media and led to violence against police in New York City. On January 7, Nichols was pulled over by Memphis police who claimed he was driving recklessly. Memphis Police Chief CJ Davis said … The post Graphic warning: Memphis releases TV camera footage of fatal beating by cops fomenting violence appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Memphis Fire Department to Complete Investigation of Personnel ‘Released from Service’ in Tyre Nichols’ Death https://thesarpycounty.com/memphis-fire-department-to-complete-investigation-of-personnel-released-from-service-in-tyre-nichols-death/ The Memphis Fire Department said it will complete an internal investigation next week into the actions of two firefighters who were at the scene when Tyre Nichols, a black motorist, was brutally beaten by several police officers earlier this month. Nichols died on January 10, three days after he was stopped by five Memphis police … The post Memphis Fire Department to Complete Investigation of Personnel ‘Released from Service’ in Tyre Nichols’ Death appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Here is the answer to today’s question! https://thesarpycounty.com/here-is-the-answer-to-todays-question/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Every day on our October 11th Facebook News page, we post the Question of the Day and read the answers for October 11th this morning. Here are the answers in case you missed it! Monday, January 23 Q: Pizza Hut once bought more of this vegetable than any other restaurant to … The post Here is the answer to today’s question! appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Omaha Fire Department battles a major blaze on Thursday evening, the house is declared completely destroyed https://thesarpycounty.com/the-omaha-fire-department-battles-a-major-blaze-on-thursday-evening-the-house-is-declared-completely-destroyed/ OMAHA, Nebraska (KMTV) — The Omaha Fire Department was fighting a major fire at an apartment building near 47th and L Streets Thursday night. When the firefighters arrived, they encountered a number of problems, including downed power lines, only one way for trucks to get in and out, and it was all icy and descending … The post The Omaha Fire Department battles a major blaze on Thursday evening, the house is declared completely destroyed appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Law enforcement searching for missing woman in Plattsmouth https://thesarpycounty.com/law-enforcement-searching-for-missing-woman-in-plattsmouth/ PLATSMOUTH, Nebraska (WOWT) — The Plattsmouth Police Department is trying to find a 68-year-old woman. Patricia Lanham, 68, went missing in the 300 block of 5th Street in Plattsmouth, according to authorities. Lanam was last seen at around 10:50 pm on Friday. Police say Lanam has dementia, is 5’6″ and weighs approximately 132 pounds. She … The post Law enforcement searching for missing woman in Plattsmouth appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A man dies after allegedly aiming a green laser and then opening fire on a police helicopter https://thesarpycounty.com/a-man-dies-after-allegedly-aiming-a-green-laser-and-then-opening-fire-on-a-police-helicopter/ In the United States of 2023, dumb criminals and skyrocketing crime are unfortunately nothing new. In Detroit, however, this week they banded together in a deeply depressing fashion that resulted in Michigan State Police soldiers shooting and killing a gunman living in an abandoned home. Why? Because he allegedly pointed a laser at a police … The post A man dies after allegedly aiming a green laser and then opening fire on a police helicopter appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Missing Cryptocurrency Queen Ruja Ignatova Found Alive After Disappearing 5 Years Ago https://thesarpycounty.com/missing-cryptocurrency-queen-ruja-ignatova-found-alive-after-disappearing-5-years-ago/ A property listing in central London attracted a notorious cryptocurrency fugitive who ran a $4 billion Ponzi scheme. 42-year-old German citizen Ruja Ignatova and her business partner named Sebastian Greenwood scammed crypto enthusiasts by claiming that their OneCoin cryptocurrency token would be a “bitcoin killer.” They started offering it to potential investors in 2014, promising … The post Missing Cryptocurrency Queen Ruja Ignatova Found Alive After Disappearing 5 Years Ago appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The number of alcohol-related illnesses has increased by 27% since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. https://thesarpycounty.com/the-number-of-alcohol-related-illnesses-has-increased-by-27-since-the-start-of-the-covid-19-pandemic/ A study based on data from the Office for National Statistics shows that the number of people who died directly due to the effects of alcohol, including liver disease, rose to 9,641 in 2021 from 7,565 in 2019. The Oxford University scientists Prof Carl Heneghan and Dr Tom Jefferson, who conducted the analysis, linked the … The post The number of alcohol-related illnesses has increased by 27% since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.