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Police: Woman bites officer’s face during jail transport https://thesarpycounty.com/police-woman-bites-officers-face-during-jail-transport/ A female driver, identified as Fiona Walker, was brought to Lincoln Police Department custody after being caught driving under the influence of alcohol early Saturday morning at around 2:20 AM. The Lincoln Police Department reported that the 22-year-old Walker was stopped by police, who found her vehicle stopped in traffic near 14th and O Streets … The post Police: Woman bites officer’s face during jail transport appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LSO to provide update on west Lincoln shooting at 9:30AM live. https://thesarpycounty.com/lso-to-provide-update-on-west-lincoln-shooting-at-930am-live/ Law enforcement officials in Lincoln, Nebraska held a press conference on Tuesday morning to provide updates on an officer-involved shooting that left one suspect with critical injuries on Monday. The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office, which is investigating the incident, revealed that an investigator from the Lincoln Police Department and an investigator from the Nebraska State … The post LSO to provide update on west Lincoln shooting at 9:30AM live. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Baader-Meinhof group resurfaces. https://thesarpycounty.com/baader-meinhof-group-resurfaces/ Baader-Meinhof art gallery in Omaha has recently undergone a major transformation, relocating to Vinton Street in a brand new space. After operating from the owner Kyle Laidig’s home on South 6th Street for two and a half years, Laidig received a notice from Omaha Premier Property Management ordering him to “close its doors” to future … The post Baader-Meinhof group resurfaces. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska’s ‘Magic City’ in New Museum with Federal Grant Boost. https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraskas-magic-city-in-new-museum-with-federal-grant-boost/ South Omaha Immigrant History Museum to Open in May with “The Smell of Money” Exhibit Boosted by $100k Pandemic-Related Grant A new museum showcasing Nebraska’s “Magic City” is set to open in May. The South Omaha Immigrant History Museum situated in the state’s oldest indoor shopping mall, is to kick off with “The Smell of … The post Nebraska’s ‘Magic City’ in New Museum with Federal Grant Boost. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Police investigators shoot suspect in Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/police-investigators-shoot-suspect-in-lincoln/ Lincoln, Nebraska – On Monday afternoon, a Nebraska State Patrol investigator and a Lincoln Police officer were involved in a shooting incident that took place in Lincoln. The suspect, who was found to be armed, was critically injured in the shooting and was taken to the hospital. The officers, however, were not injured. According to … The post Police investigators shoot suspect in Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Concert to Showcase Student Poetry Set to Music https://thesarpycounty.com/concert-to-showcase-student-poetry-set-to-music/ Opera Omaha to Hold Live Concert for World Premiere of Original Songs from Nebraska Students’ Poems Opera Omaha’s annual Poetry & Music Project will culminate in a remarkable live concert showcasing the world premiere of original songs inspired by poems from Nebraska students, including several from Northeast Nebraska. The concert will feature 15 unique musical … The post Concert to Showcase Student Poetry Set to Music appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Public Schools Sets Timeline for Superintendent Search https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-public-schools-sets-timeline-for-superintendent-search/ Omaha, Nebraska, Nebraska – The Omaha Public Schools Board of Education has approved a 10-month timeline to search for the next superintendent for Omaha Public Schools. This search comes as the outgoing superintendent, Dr. Cheryl Logan, prepares to leave a major seat to be filled. The next superintendent will be responsible for more than 50,000 … The post Omaha Public Schools Sets Timeline for Superintendent Search appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Pleasant Afternoon Expected After Chilly Start on Tuesday https://thesarpycounty.com/pleasant-afternoon-expected-after-chilly-start-on-tuesday/ With the arrival of May, the anticipation for the blooming of flowers increases, but those hoping for plenty of April showers may be left disappointed. A recent report states that there might not be enough rain this month to bring in the freshness of May flowers. However, there are chances of rainfall later in the … The post Pleasant Afternoon Expected After Chilly Start on Tuesday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Palermo’s VP position up for City Council vote on May 2 https://thesarpycounty.com/palermos-vp-position-up-for-city-council-vote-on-may-2/ The Omaha City Council will hold a hearing on Tuesday, May 2nd, to decide whether to permanently remove Councilmember Vinny Palermo from his position as council vice president. Palermo was temporarily removed from his position last week by a vote from the City Council. Although his seat on the Council will not be affected by … The post Palermo’s VP position up for City Council vote on May 2 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Paramedics proactively visit rural patients at home to avoid emergencies https://thesarpycounty.com/paramedics-proactively-visit-rural-patients-at-home-to-avoid-emergencies/ Wyoming is using community paramedicine to provide healthcare access to its rural population. Community paramedicine allows paramedics to utilize their skills outside emergency settings, giving patients access to care, which promotes and maintains improving health while reducing their dependence on costly ambulance rides and ER visits. Community paramedicine programs are customized to the needs and … The post Paramedics proactively visit rural patients at home to avoid emergencies appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Prosecutors outline allegations of sexual assault in federal indictment as Don Kleine claims lack of prior knowledge. https://thesarpycounty.com/prosecutors-outline-allegations-of-sexual-assault-in-federal-indictment-as-don-kleine-claims-lack-of-prior-knowledge/ An ongoing public corruption investigation has resulted in the arrests of Vinny Palermo, a city council member, Richard Gonzalez, a former police captain, Johnny Palermo, a former police detective, and Jack Olson, a fundraiser. The alleged charges include sexual assault stemming from federal indictments involving Olson. Molly Hudson, a reporter for 3 News Now, has … The post Prosecutors outline allegations of sexual assault in federal indictment as Don Kleine claims lack of prior knowledge. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Crime rates differ between Albany and Staten Island https://thesarpycounty.com/crime-rates-differ-between-albany-and-staten-island/ Staten Island District Attorney, Michael McMahon has criticized Albany for its lack of effort to fix New York’s criminal justice laws, which he refers to as “disastrous.” The issue is lawmakers have disregarded input from legal professionals, including prosecutors, police, and criminal justice experts, other than those with a hard left lean, since they began … The post Crime rates differ between Albany and Staten Island appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Italian beef breed shines on Nebraska menus https://thesarpycounty.com/italian-beef-breed-shines-on-nebraska-menus/ Certified Piedmontese is a brand that has been making waves within the culinary industry and is quickly becoming a household name in Nebraska and beyond. The company, which is owned by Lincoln’s Peed family, is unique in that it is a vertically integrated operation that controls every aspect of its beef production, from raising calves … The post Italian beef breed shines on Nebraska menus appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Missouri transgender care rule blocked by judge https://thesarpycounty.com/missouri-transgender-care-rule-blocked-by-judge/ In a recent ruling, St. Louis County Circuit Judge Ellen Ribaudo temporarily blocked a unique rule that would require adults and children to undergo lengthy therapy and fulfill other requirements before they could receive gender-affirming treatments such as puberty blockers, hormones, and surgery. The rule, championed by Republican Attorney General Andrew Bailey, was set to … The post Missouri transgender care rule blocked by judge appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Nebraska newborn screenings credited with saving baby’s life, investigation finds” https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-newborn-screenings-credited-with-saving-babys-life-investigation-finds/ Nebraska’s mandatory newborn screening program, which includes a blood test for over 60 diseases, aims to detect potentially life-threatening conditions and ensure early intervention to prevent fatalities. The state’s screening protocol currently tests for 35 primary and 31 secondary conditions, with the two remaining disorders on the Recommended Uniform Screening Panel (RUSP) — guanidinoacetate methyltransferase … The post “Nebraska newborn screenings credited with saving baby’s life, investigation finds” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Unknown Individual Wears Mask During Public Appearance https://thesarpycounty.com/unknown-individual-wears-mask-during-public-appearance/ Renowned ceramicist John Dennison is preparing to showcase his latest works titled “Masked”. The exhibition presents a series of Dennison’s iconic 3D masks at the Ming Toy Gallery in Benson starting on May 5, 2017. Dennison has garnered a reputation for his high-quality fine art and pottery, developing his signature and imaginative style over several … The post Unknown Individual Wears Mask During Public Appearance appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Yellen cautions Congress: U.S. may face default in June https://thesarpycounty.com/yellen-cautions-congress-u-s-may-face-default-in-june/ In a stark warning to Congress, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen revealed on Monday that the country could default on its debts as early as one month from now unless the borrowing limit is raised. Yellen made her warning in a letter sent to lawmakers, stating that if Congress doesn’t raise or suspend the debt … The post Yellen cautions Congress: U.S. may face default in June appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha’s Howie: Famous Crab Inspires Global Love as Mom Teaches https://thesarpycounty.com/omahas-howie-famous-crab-inspires-global-love-as-mom-teaches/ Laura Porter, an Omaha resident, has gained an online following due to her unique pet: a rainbow crab named Howie. Laura was inspired to take Howie on neighborhood walks so he could soak up some sunshine. She loves animals of all kinds and cares for squirrels, rabbits, and birds in her backyard. Laura shared videos … The post Omaha’s Howie: Famous Crab Inspires Global Love as Mom Teaches appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Seven Dead including two teens and a sex offender found on Oklahoma property. https://thesarpycounty.com/seven-dead-including-two-teens-and-a-sex-offender-found-on-oklahoma-property/ In a tragic turn of events, two missing teenage girls were found dead alongside five other individuals on a property in Oklahoma. The Okmulgee County Sheriff’s Office revealed that Ivy Webster, 14, and Brittany Brewer, 16, both from Henryetta, had been missing since Sunday night and their bodies were discovered by the authorities on Monday. … The post Seven Dead including two teens and a sex offender found on Oklahoma property. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Wayne St. recognizes students and community with engagement and service awards. https://thesarpycounty.com/wayne-st-recognizes-students-and-community-with-engagement-and-service-awards/ Three Wayne State College members, Katie Brezina, Carter Ossian, and Sandy Brown, have been recognized for their distinguished service to the school and the surrounding community. Brezina and Ossian, two Wayne State seniors, are the recipients of the Ron Holt Civic Engagement Awards for the 2022-23 academic year. Brown received the inaugural Community Service Engagement … The post Wayne St. recognizes students and community with engagement and service awards. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha’s Keystone Trail section to shut down in May. https://thesarpycounty.com/omahas-keystone-trail-section-to-shut-down-in-may/ Bikers and runners who frequently use the Keystone Trail in Omaha will be impacted by a month-long closure, as announced by Omaha Parks and Recreation. This closure is specifically slated for a section of the trail at Blond Street, which has been closed since May 1. This closure is essential as the Papio-Missouri River Natural … The post Omaha’s Keystone Trail section to shut down in May. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Aerosmith’s Farewell Tour Includes Omaha. https://thesarpycounty.com/aerosmiths-farewell-tour-includes-omaha/ Aerosmith, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame group, has announced that their farewell tour, PEACE OUT, will include the CHI Health Center arena in Omaha. The announcement was made on Monday morning, much to the delight of fans in the region. According to the schedule, the tour will commence on Sept. 2 in Philadelphia … The post Aerosmith’s Farewell Tour Includes Omaha. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Abortion Rights Activist Passes, Record $159 Million TIF, Dog’s Fear Explained https://thesarpycounty.com/abortion-rights-activist-passes-record-159-million-tif-dogs-fear-explained/ Omaha, NE – The City of Omaha has allocated a record amount of $159 million in deferred taxes for developers in 2022, a historic high in tax increment finance dollars. The allocation is set to give a boost to developers in the region and drive economic growth, according to reports. Meanwhile, the Unicameral is set … The post Abortion Rights Activist Passes, Record $159 Million TIF, Dog’s Fear Explained appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska voter ID bill hinges on three questions for state senators. https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-voter-id-bill-hinges-on-three-questions-for-state-senators/ Nebraska lawmakers are currently in negotiations to finalize dueling proposals for voter identification in the state. The fate of the bill is currently hinged on ongoing discussions this week. Both State Senator Julie Slama and State Senator Tom Brewer have been working towards a compromise bill that follows federal law, election case law and Nebraska’s … The post Nebraska voter ID bill hinges on three questions for state senators. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Taste of Omaha relocates to Ralston in 2023. https://thesarpycounty.com/taste-of-omaha-relocates-to-ralston-in-2023/ The Taste of Omaha, a highly anticipated food event, is making headlines as it announces news of its relocation this year. Held annually in Nebraska, this upcoming year’s festivities will now occur at the parking lot of Liberty First Credit Union Arena in Ralston, while an additional event center, The Granary, will house the other … The post Taste of Omaha relocates to Ralston in 2023. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Left promotes crime by opposing NYPD gang database https://thesarpycounty.com/left-promotes-crime-by-opposing-nypd-gang-database/ The city Department of Investigation has concluded that the New York Police Department’s (NYPD) gang database does not cause any “evidence of harm” to individuals suspected of being part of a gang. As a result, this news has been seen as a decisive blow to the leftist individuals in Gotham’s political arena who had been … The post Left promotes crime by opposing NYPD gang database appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man from Norfolk suspected of assaulting woman in front of child https://thesarpycounty.com/man-from-norfolk-suspected-of-assaulting-woman-in-front-of-child/ A man has been arrested in Norfolk following an alleged assault that took place on Wednesday night. At approximately 8:40 p.m., police were summoned to a residence located in the 900 block of South Chestnut Street. Captain Michael Bauer revealed in a press release that officers were alerted to an assault report filed by a … The post Man from Norfolk suspected of assaulting woman in front of child appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Family dog put down by Nebraska Humane Society in error. https://thesarpycounty.com/family-dog-put-down-by-nebraska-humane-society-in-error/ In an unexpected turn of events, the Nebraska Humane Society (NHS) admitted on Sunday that they had mistakenly euthanized a dog. The unfortunate incident occurred when Dra’ko, the dog in question, was placed in NHS’s care for a 10-day “bite quarantine” by his family. NHS had informed the family that Dra’ko had to be returned … The post Family dog put down by Nebraska Humane Society in error. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Teen Wins National Boy Scout Award for Aiding Mother in Heart Attack https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-teen-wins-national-boy-scout-award-for-aiding-mother-in-heart-attack/ Lincoln, Nebraska – A mother and son’s normal evening quickly turned into a life-threatening emergency when Joy Mace suffered a heart attack. However, thanks to the quick thinking and actions of her 14-year-old son Ryan, Joy is safe and sound today. Ryan’s heroic actions have not gone unnoticed, as the Boy Scouts of America will … The post Lincoln Teen Wins National Boy Scout Award for Aiding Mother in Heart Attack appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Officials from Ralston and Grand Island seek state funding for economic development projects https://thesarpycounty.com/officials-from-ralston-and-grand-island-seek-state-funding-for-economic-development-projects/ Officials from the cities of Ralston and Grand Island in Nebraska are seeking state funds to redevelop sites for new businesses and jobs. However, the legislative committee has so far shown a lack of enthusiasm after hearing their proposals. In Ralston, the city authorities intend to demolish Hillcrest Landing, a scarcely used 1950s-era shopping centre, … The post Officials from Ralston and Grand Island seek state funding for economic development projects appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.