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Trying to sleep increases the risk of a heart attack by 69% – dangerous findings of the study https://thesarpycounty.com/trying-to-sleep-increases-the-risk-of-a-heart-attack-by-69-dangerous-findings-of-the-study/ The importance of sleep remains undeniable. Despite this, about one in three people in the UK struggles with insomnia at night. Unfortunately, a new study warns that sleep problems can lead to heart attacks. Whether you’re a night owl or just can’t sleep, a new study warns of the dangers of sleepless nights. A study … The post Trying to sleep increases the risk of a heart attack by 69% – dangerous findings of the study appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New mobile app lets Nebraska residents pay child support electronically https://thesarpycounty.com/new-mobile-app-lets-nebraska-residents-pay-child-support-electronically-2/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Nebraska Child Support Center introduced a new mobile application Wednesday that provides easy access to a payer’s account and allows them to make payments electronically. The new NE Rapid Pay mobile app will begin accepting checks, cashier’s checks and money orders through the app. With the new feature, anyone using … The post New mobile app lets Nebraska residents pay child support electronically appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

How Fruit Picking Influenced Leadership https://thesarpycounty.com/how-fruit-picking-influenced-leadership/ When I was graduating at Manchester College in 1968, I decided to spend the winter term as a visiting student at Alma College in Alma, Michigan. At Alma, I will have the opportunity to study with Dr. Robert Wegner, a published author and graduate of a renowned writing workshop at the University of Iowa. Dr. … The post How Fruit Picking Influenced Leadership appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Four drinks recommended by an ophthalmologist to reduce “profound vision loss” https://thesarpycounty.com/four-drinks-recommended-by-an-ophthalmologist-to-reduce-profound-vision-loss/ “Lemon water and beetroot juice contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which are two important nutrients that help protect against macular degeneration and cataracts,” Dr Burkiza told Express.co.uk. Macular degeneration is a retinal problem, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. This condition causes people to lose their central vision, meaning you will be able to see … The post Four drinks recommended by an ophthalmologist to reduce “profound vision loss” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Elkhorn Man Talks About House Building Experience With Jimmy Carter https://thesarpycounty.com/elkhorn-man-talks-about-house-building-experience-with-jimmy-carter/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) – Don Browers of Elkhorn has been a Habitat for Humanity volunteer for 15 years. One mission stood out more than others: Haiti in 2012 after a devastating earthquake. Browers was part of a team of 400 volunteers who left Atlanta, Georgia, bound for Haiti as part of the Carter Work Project … The post Elkhorn Man Talks About House Building Experience With Jimmy Carter appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Top bull riders show off their skills to fans on Grand Island https://thesarpycounty.com/top-bull-riders-show-off-their-skills-to-fans-on-grand-island/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Grand Island Rodeo is off to a boom Friday night. The best bull riders from around the country descended on the Heartland Events Center to showcase their skills in front of a raucous crowd. The bulls and the riders were biting the bit for the gates to be thrown … The post Top bull riders show off their skills to fans on Grand Island appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Laurel, Nebraska murder suspect wants criminal charges dropped https://thesarpycounty.com/laurel-nebraska-murder-suspect-wants-criminal-charges-dropped-2/ HARTINGTON, Nebraska (KTIV) — A lawyer for a Laurel, Nebraska woman accused of four murders is appealing a district court finding that there is enough evidence to try her for murder. Defense attorney Doug Stratton filed a “guilty plea” Thursday. In that document, Stratton alleges that the state was unable to establish a “probable cause” … The post Laurel, Nebraska murder suspect wants criminal charges dropped appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Non-profit organization Omaha in Ukraine provides assistance, helps refugees https://thesarpycounty.com/non-profit-organization-omaha-in-ukraine-provides-assistance-helps-refugees/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — An Omaha-based nonprofit says they have helped more than 27 Ukrainians escape the war-torn country. One Child Inc. delivered more than 800 tons of food and medicine and helped feed more than 9,000 people every month in four different regions of Ukraine. Originally One Child Inc. was not going to participate … The post Non-profit organization Omaha in Ukraine provides assistance, helps refugees appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Chemicals in shampoos and cosmetics linked to cancer – ‘read labels’, expert warns https://thesarpycounty.com/chemicals-in-shampoos-and-cosmetics-linked-to-cancer-read-labels-expert-warns/ With shelves filled with products of various sizes, colors and prices, you can spend hours wandering through pharmacies in search of the perfect beauty product. Whether you end up with a great value bottle or choose one that targets the problem you’re trying to solve, the ingredient list printed on the back rarely plays a … The post Chemicals in shampoos and cosmetics linked to cancer – ‘read labels’, expert warns appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Haymarket business owners want to “speak” on proposed Lincoln skyscraper https://thesarpycounty.com/haymarket-business-owners-want-to-speak-on-proposed-lincoln-skyscraper/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The newly formed Lincoln Haymarket Business Association voiced its concerns on Friday about plans for a downtown skyscraper. The Lincoln Bold Project will build a 22-story glass and steel skyscraper and apartment building on the corner of Ninth and P Streets. Many Haymarket developers say they are not against the building … The post Haymarket business owners want to “speak” on proposed Lincoln skyscraper appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Renovation of S. Cecilia on schedule https://thesarpycounty.com/renovation-of-s-cecilia-on-schedule/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – Renovations continue in the heart of Hastings as a local school continues to renovate its campus. St. Cecilia Middle and High School is renovating the South Wing and adding the East Wing. Construction began in fall 2022 and the south wing is expected to be completed this spring. The east wing … The post Renovation of S. Cecilia on schedule appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Polk accused of threatening LGBTQ event in Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/polk-accused-of-threatening-lgbtq-event-in-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Polk is accused of sending a message about a bomb at an LGBTQ pageant last year in Lincoln. Michael Nicewander, 35, has been charged with terrorist threats in Lancaster County District Court, officials said. Court records show he is being charged with threatening to plant a bomb at the organizers of … The post Polk accused of threatening LGBTQ event in Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Dog dies in Omaha house fire, cause under investigation https://thesarpycounty.com/dog-dies-in-omaha-house-fire-cause-under-investigation/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A dog was killed in a house fire Friday afternoon in Omaha. Crews responded to a house fire near 14th and Center Streets at 2:28 p.m. Friday, according to the Omaha Fire Department. Upon arrival, rescuers saw a strong smoke in the two-story house and localized the fire in the bedroom. … The post Dog dies in Omaha house fire, cause under investigation appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A car crashes into a light pole in Lincoln, sending two to the hospital https://thesarpycounty.com/a-car-crashes-into-a-light-pole-in-lincoln-sending-two-to-the-hospital/ Police respond to an incident in southwest Lincoln. Matthew Mittlieder, Channel 8 Police respond to an incident in southwest Lincoln. Matthew Mittlieder, Channel 8 LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – Two people were injured Friday night when a car hit a light pole in southwest Lincoln. The accident happened around 10:30 pm near 20th Street and Pine … The post A car crashes into a light pole in Lincoln, sending two to the hospital appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Plumbing problem causes Grand Island nonprofit to work from home https://thesarpycounty.com/plumbing-problem-causes-grand-island-nonprofit-to-work-from-home/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – A suspected underground pip has collapsed and has non-profit employees working from home on Grand Island. It happened on the Grand Island Area Habitat for Humanity property. Officials said they heard water bubbling under the sink and across the floor. They came to the conclusion of a meltdown after a … The post Plumbing problem causes Grand Island nonprofit to work from home appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Public Schools Hosts Faculty Interview Fair https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-public-schools-hosts-faculty-interview-fair/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Lincoln Public Schools held a faculty interview fair Friday in hopes of hiring for the 2023-2024 school year. LPS recruiting director Eric Witt said this is the second interview fair they’ve been running this month. By the end of this month, they will have interviewed about 300 candidates. The last fair … The post Lincoln Public Schools Hosts Faculty Interview Fair appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Coconut oil, which can reduce the risk of dementia – increases brain energy by 9% https://thesarpycounty.com/coconut-oil-which-can-reduce-the-risk-of-dementia-increases-brain-energy-by-9/ Dementia is a difficult diagnosis for both the patient and his relatives. Usually associated with aging, this is a group of symptoms associated with decreased brain function. This can lead to problems with memory, behavior and mobility. There is currently no known cure for dementia, however there are certain factors that can minimize the risk. … The post Coconut oil, which can reduce the risk of dementia – increases brain energy by 9% appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Public Schools Host an Educator Interview Fair https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-public-schools-host-an-educator-interview-fair-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Lincoln Public Schools hosted an educator interview fair on Friday in hopes of hiring for the 2023-2024 school year. Recruiting director for LPS, Erik Witt, said this was the second fair of interviews they’ve done this month. By the end of this month, they will have interviewed around 300 candidates. The … The post Lincoln Public Schools Host an Educator Interview Fair appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NETWAR Gaming Tournament Offers Great Time for a Good Cause https://thesarpycounty.com/netwar-gaming-tournament-offers-great-time-for-a-good-cause/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) — A sold-out electronic gaming tournament kicked off at the College of Saint Mary Fieldhouse Friday. This is an event that has been going on for many years. 3 News Now was there when players started showing up with all their gear for the 27 hour event, which was for good reason. … The post NETWAR Gaming Tournament Offers Great Time for a Good Cause appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

More homeowners in Omaha are opting for solar panels https://thesarpycounty.com/more-homeowners-in-omaha-are-opting-for-solar-panels/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska). You may have received a poster in the mail encouraging you to sign up for a solar installation, or you may have heard someone knock on your door with a promotional offer. Buying solar power is a popular trend in the Omaha area, with more developments coming in 2023. The crew was … The post More homeowners in Omaha are opting for solar panels appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska high school basketball highlights and scores, Feb. 24 https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-high-school-basketball-highlights-and-scores-feb-24/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Girls’ high school basketball districts concluded on Friday. Here are the scores and highlights of the action. Lincoln North Star 36, Pio X 35 Millard West 60, Lincoln East 50 Lincoln High 54, Lincoln Northeast 50 Lincoln Southwest 47, Bellevue West 39 Oakland-Craig 43, Lincoln Lutheran 33 Lincoln Christian 37, Wayne … The post Nebraska high school basketball highlights and scores, Feb. 24 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln Public Schools Host an Educator Interview Fair https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-public-schools-host-an-educator-interview-fair/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Lincoln Public Schools hosted an educator interview fair on Friday in hopes of hiring for the 2023-2024 school year. Recruiting director for LPS, Erik Witt, said this was the second fair of interviews they’ve done this month. By the end of this month, they will have interviewed around 300 candidates. The … The post Lincoln Public Schools Host an Educator Interview Fair appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Hay Market Business Owners Build Organization After Building High-Rise Buildings https://thesarpycounty.com/hay-market-business-owners-build-organization-after-building-high-rise-buildings/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – A hot issue has come up in the Haymarket: a plan to build a high-rise apartment building and apartment building on the edge of the historic district. When many local businesses learned of Lincoln Bold’s project to build a 22-story building on the site of the Melihara gas station, they opposed … The post Hay Market Business Owners Build Organization After Building High-Rise Buildings appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

GNC celebrates the inauguration in the new headquarters https://thesarpycounty.com/gnc-celebrates-the-inauguration-in-the-new-headquarters/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska)-GNC celebrates grand opening of new headquarters in District 177, the first company to move into the newly built storefronts. The popular health food store moved into their premises on January 24 and has been operating for normal hours despite continued construction work on the building. “We’ve had a lot of new … The post GNC celebrates the inauguration in the new headquarters appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Local moms who sued the school after the haircut support bill in a bid to protect students’ freedoms https://thesarpycounty.com/local-moms-who-sued-the-school-after-the-haircut-support-bill-in-a-bid-to-protect-students-freedoms/ A local woman with feathers in braids sat across from eight members of the Nebraska Legislature. Alice Johnson stared at the paper in her hands, at the speech she had rehearsed over and over until no amount of nerve could obscure its meaning. “Our hair, our regalia, this is who we are. That’s who our … The post Local moms who sued the school after the haircut support bill in a bid to protect students’ freedoms appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha organizations continue to help Ukraine a year after the start of the invasion https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-organizations-continue-to-help-ukraine-a-year-after-the-start-of-the-invasion/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – This war is still going on. Rockets are still destroying buildings, and cities like Bakhmut, where we spent so much time, are still leveled to the ground.” Over the past two decades, in her travels in Ukraine, Kelly Little has given her blood, sweat and tears to help the children of … The post Omaha organizations continue to help Ukraine a year after the start of the invasion appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘Pale skin and graying hair’: 5 hidden signs you may be vitamin B12 deficient https://thesarpycounty.com/pale-skin-and-graying-hair-5-hidden-signs-you-may-be-vitamin-b12-deficient/ While many are aware of all the signs that indicate a deficiency in the diet of certain vitamins, such as vitamins C and D, the nutritionist emphasized that it is “often more difficult” to detect symptoms that indicate a deficiency in one of the most important vitamins. The yet underestimated vitamin of all is vitamin … The post ‘Pale skin and graying hair’: 5 hidden signs you may be vitamin B12 deficient appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln man appeals after prison sentence for sexual assault https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-man-appeals-after-prison-sentence-for-sexual-assault/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). On Wednesday, a Lincoln man was sentenced to 35 to 40 years in prison for first-degree sexual assault and has since filed an appeal. Last month, a jury found 29-year-old Hope Npimni guilty of sexually assaulting a woman. A University of Nebraska-Lincoln police officer encountered Npimni attacking a victim in a garage … The post Lincoln man appeals after prison sentence for sexual assault appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

U.S. Secretary of Labor strongly objects to Iowa proposal to expand child labor https://thesarpycounty.com/u-s-secretary-of-labor-strongly-objects-to-iowa-proposal-to-expand-child-labor/ LINCOLN, Sky (Nebraska) — Nearly every industry in every state faces a shortage of workers. In Iowa, the legislature wants to use children to fill in the gaps; A disappointing proposition for federal officials. “The answer is not child labor, we have labor laws in this country, and one of the main reasons organized labor … The post U.S. Secretary of Labor strongly objects to Iowa proposal to expand child labor appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha senator opposes Nebraska property tax bill to protest bill banning transgender childcare https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-senator-opposes-nebraska-property-tax-bill-to-protest-bill-banning-transgender-childcare/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Nebraska Legislature floor has stalled, largely because of one senator. On Friday, the unicameral parliament was offered a kind of truce, but it did not accept it. For the second day in a row, State Senator Machaela Cavanaugh of Omaha blocks LB147. “You can’t stop me.” She is not opposed … The post Omaha senator opposes Nebraska property tax bill to protest bill banning transgender childcare appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.