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Upcoming City Council Meeting Agenda. https://thesarpycounty.com/upcoming-city-council-meeting-agenda/ Regional Governmental Body in Madison County Invites Public to Attend Meeting Where Tax Dollars May be Spent Citizens of Madison County, Nebraska are cordially invited to attend a meeting of the Norfolk City Council on Monday, April 17, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Norfolk City Council chambers located at 309 … The post Upcoming City Council Meeting Agenda. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Street Scholars raise awareness about gang violence realities https://thesarpycounty.com/street-scholars-raise-awareness-about-gang-violence-realities/ The Malcolm X Visitors Center in Omaha was filled with a mix of emotions as people gathered together to commemorate lost friends and family members who died due to violence in the area. The event was founded with the aim of preventing further casualties and healing the wounds that were already inflicted. Former gang members … The post Street Scholars raise awareness about gang violence realities appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Windy Sunday Forecast: Hang on to Your Hats! https://thesarpycounty.com/windy-sunday-forecast-hang-on-to-your-hats/ The 1011 region in Lincoln, Nebraska can expect sunshine and warmer temperatures on Sunday, but the winds will be brisk. Highs will be in the upper 50s to lower 60s with a STARK northwesterly wind. Expect winds between 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 40 to 50 mph. As a result, a Wind Advisory … The post Windy Sunday Forecast: Hang on to Your Hats! appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln mayoral rivals spar over preferred business approach https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-mayoral-rivals-spar-over-preferred-business-approach/ Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird and former State Senator Suzanne Geist squared off at a candidate forum hosted by the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce as general election opponents, with each taking jabs at the other’s policies. Mayor Gaylor Baird accused Geist of being bad for business and said that her legislative record could hurt the … The post Lincoln mayoral rivals spar over preferred business approach appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ogallala Aquifer continues to decline in southwest Nebraska, affecting state’s water supply. https://thesarpycounty.com/ogallala-aquifer-continues-to-decline-in-southwest-nebraska-affecting-states-water-supply/ Nebraska’s Ogallala Aquifer is one of the largest underground water sources in the world, providing vital agricultural irrigation for much of the Great Plains. However, decades of continuous use have taken a toll on the groundwater, with water levels falling as much as 100 feet in some areas since the 1950s. This decrease in water … The post Ogallala Aquifer continues to decline in southwest Nebraska, affecting state’s water supply. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Six shot, two dead in Louisville shooting https://thesarpycounty.com/six-shot-two-dead-in-louisville-shooting/ In the latest outbreak of gun violence in the city of Louisville, Kentucky, two individuals were killed and four were injured after shots were fired into a crowd of hundreds gathered at Chickasaw Park. The incident occurred on the evening of Saturday, and just five miles away from where the Old National Bank shooting occurred … The post Six shot, two dead in Louisville shooting appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Officials briefed on NACO training at county level https://thesarpycounty.com/officials-briefed-on-naco-training-at-county-level/ Nebraska Association of County Officials to provide opportunities to help county officials understand county government operations and services The Nebraska Association of County Officials (NACO) represents all 93 counties in the state and provides educational opportunities to county officials. Continuing education is one of the ways offered by NACO, providing certification once 30 hours are … The post Officials briefed on NACO training at county level appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Wymore Fire Chief Claims $500K in Damage from Tornado Activity https://thesarpycounty.com/wymore-fire-chief-claims-500k-in-damage-from-tornado-activity/ Nearly half a million dollars in damages were sustained by households situated south and east of Wymore due to tornado-like activity on Friday. The Wymore Fire Chief Mark Meints reported that sirens had been activated as a preemptive measure in Wymore following a potential tornado warning, south of the town. Tornado-like activity was observed near … The post Wymore Fire Chief Claims $500K in Damage from Tornado Activity appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Tornado-like activity causes $500K in damages, says Wymore fire chief https://thesarpycounty.com/tornado-like-activity-causes-500k-in-damages-says-wymore-fire-chief/ Several households south and east of Wymore have sustained damages worth nearly half a million dollars due to tornado-like activity on Friday. As a precaution, sirens were set off in Wymore due to the potential tornado south of the town. According to Wymore Fire Chief Mark Meints, the tornado-like activity was seen near Highway 8, … The post Tornado-like activity causes $500K in damages, says Wymore fire chief appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

DOJ caution Supreme Court on possible health care chaos from abortion pill rulings https://thesarpycounty.com/doj-caution-supreme-court-on-possible-health-care-chaos-from-abortion-pill-rulings/ The Biden administration and Danco Laboratories, makers of the abortion pill, have urged the US Supreme Court to maintain access to mifepristone while a closely-watched legal case is underway. This appeal comes a week after a federal district court ruled to overturn the US Food and Drug Administration’s 2000 approval of the drug. The Supreme … The post DOJ caution Supreme Court on possible health care chaos from abortion pill rulings appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Midwest governors unite to back bid for regional hydrogen hub https://thesarpycounty.com/midwest-governors-unite-to-back-bid-for-regional-hydrogen-hub/ Three Midwestern states, Nebraska, Iowa, and Missouri, are anticipating a regional “hydrogen hub” designation, which would unlock over $1 billion in federal funding for clean energy projects. Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen announced the news by releasing a statement along with the top state officials from Iowa and Missouri, who have joined him in an agreement … The post Midwest governors unite to back bid for regional hydrogen hub appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Church security guard recovering after being stabbed by man in NYC https://thesarpycounty.com/church-security-guard-recovering-after-being-stabbed-by-man-in-nyc/ A security guard at a church in Jamaica, Queens, was stabbed by a knife-wielding man after he confronted him, just three months into his job. The caretaker of the First Presbyterian Church on 164th Street, Delroy Witter, said that the doors of the building were shut tight after the incident. Witter expressed his concern, stating … The post Church security guard recovering after being stabbed by man in NYC appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Fordyce Teen Defies Odds, Becomes Ambassador https://thesarpycounty.com/fordyce-teen-defies-odds-becomes-ambassador/ Landyn Keiser, a teenager from Fordyce, Nebraska, is overcoming incredible odds after a UTV accident left him with extensive injuries. In May 2021, Landyn was injured when the UTV he was driving tipped in a gully, pinning him face down behind his knees. Landyn suffered from compartment syndrome in both of his lower extremities, a … The post Fordyce Teen Defies Odds, Becomes Ambassador appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Most-viewed videos this week: April 14’s Top 6 https://thesarpycounty.com/most-viewed-videos-this-week-april-14s-top-6/ In the world of news, Nebraska has announced their most watched videos, clicked stories, and engaged social media posts for the week ending Friday, April 14th. We take a closer look at some of the incidents that garnered high levels of interest among viewers and readers. Starting with Nebraska’s Top 6 videos, at number 6 … The post Most-viewed videos this week: April 14’s Top 6 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

HazMat closure on I-80 lifted https://thesarpycounty.com/hazmat-closure-on-i-80-lifted/ After a lengthy closure following a hazardous materials spill because of a collision, both directions of traffic on Interstate 80 between North Platte and Brady have finally reopened. The crash occurred at about 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, near mile marker 187 on eastbound I-80. The accident involved two semis, one of which was transporting large … The post HazMat closure on I-80 lifted appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Lawmakers Advance Trans Health Care Bill Amid Turmoil https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-lawmakers-advance-trans-health-care-bill-amid-turmoil/ Chaos erupted on the floor of the Nebraska Legislature during a heated debate regarding a bill restricting gender-affirming care for minors. State Senator Kathleen Kauth of Omaha proposed Legislative Bill 574 that would limit puberty blockers, hormone therapies, and surgeries for minors with gender dysphoria. The 32 Republican legislators, along with Democrat State Senator Mike … The post Nebraska Lawmakers Advance Trans Health Care Bill Amid Turmoil appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

U.S. Supreme Court halts restrictions on abortion pill access https://thesarpycounty.com/u-s-supreme-court-halts-restrictions-on-abortion-pill-access/ Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has temporarily halted any changes to the access of abortion medication mifepristone until Wednesday at midnight. This move comes after the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas suspended the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s 2000 approval of mifepristone. The Texas ruling, set to take effect on Friday … The post U.S. Supreme Court halts restrictions on abortion pill access appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

National Pickleball Month celebrates players of all levels, from beginners to pros. https://thesarpycounty.com/national-pickleball-month-celebrates-players-of-all-levels-from-beginners-to-pros/ Omaha, Nebraska – As April comes to a close, National Pickleball Month has been in full swing. Despite being a relatively new sport, pickleball has been gaining popularity over the last few years, with its unique combination of tennis and ping pong. The wiffle ball-like game has players hitting back and forth until someone misses, … The post National Pickleball Month celebrates players of all levels, from beginners to pros. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Bronx Grand Jury Delivers Tough Justice on Murder, Sex Attacks and Firearms Cases” https://thesarpycounty.com/bronx-grand-jury-delivers-tough-justice-on-murder-sex-attacks-and-firearms-cases/ For one month, an overwhelming sense of duty and purpose pervaded the daily lives of several citizens of Bronx County as they joined forces to perform one of the most essential civic duties in the criminal justice system. This group of twenty-three citizens formed part of the grand jury that listened to criminal cases in … The post “Bronx Grand Jury Delivers Tough Justice on Murder, Sex Attacks and Firearms Cases” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

21 Best & Fun Places To Visit In Delaware https://thesarpycounty.com/21-best-fun-places-to-visit-in-delaware/ Famous for its incredible beaches, its history-rich attractions, and becoming the first state of the union, Delaware is a great little state to visit. Nicknamed the Chemical Capital of the World, the state’s capital is Dover, although the most popular city in DE is undoubtedly Wilmington. Another fun fact about DE is that it’s the … The post 21 Best & Fun Places To Visit In Delaware appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

41st Annual Jazz Festival Revives Student Music Scene https://thesarpycounty.com/41st-annual-jazz-festival-revives-student-music-scene/ Norfolk, NE – The Cox Activities Center on the Northeast campus became a hub of jazz music, sequins, and excitement as middle and high school student musicians arrived to compete in the Northeast Community College’s 41st annual Jazz Festival. The festival, which was sponsored by the Northeast Music Department, lasted for two days and drew … The post 41st Annual Jazz Festival Revives Student Music Scene appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

I-80 reopens following extended HazMat closure. https://thesarpycounty.com/i-80-reopens-following-extended-hazmat-closure/ After a hazardous materials spill and crash on Thursday afternoon, both directions of travel on Interstate 80 between North Platte and Brady were closed. According to reports, the crash occurred when two semis collided. One of the semis was carrying large barrels of the chemical ITCS-TRY4, 1-10% Hydroxylamine. Several of the barrels fell into the … The post I-80 reopens following extended HazMat closure. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Chilly weekend ahead with gusty winds. https://thesarpycounty.com/chilly-weekend-ahead-with-gusty-winds/ Weather forecasters are predicting another round of rain and isolated thunderstorm chances for Lincoln, Nebraska on Saturday, albeit with drastically colder temperatures and windy conditions. The severe weather threat for Friday evening to the overnight has greatly diminished, though rain and thunderstorms remain a possibility. The forecast for Saturday includes possible mixed precipitation and flurries, … The post Chilly weekend ahead with gusty winds. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha’s Earth Day event set for 2023 https://thesarpycounty.com/omahas-earth-day-event-set-for-2023/ Omaha is gearing up for Earth Day, a global event that reminds us of our connection to our environment, and the need to protect it. Whether you are a dedicated eco-advocate, or simply want to know more about what you can do to make a meaningful difference, there are many events happening in Omaha that … The post Omaha’s Earth Day event set for 2023 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Biden Administration Files Multiple Fentanyl Indictments Against Mexican Cartel https://thesarpycounty.com/biden-administration-files-multiple-fentanyl-indictments-against-mexican-cartel/ In response to the staggering increase in illicit fentanyl seizures, the Biden administration announced a series of “government-wide efforts” to combat narcotics trafficking. These efforts include issuing criminal charges against members of the Sinaloa Cartel operating out of Mexico and imposing sanctions on Chinese producers of the chemicals used to make the synthetic drug. On … The post Biden Administration Files Multiple Fentanyl Indictments Against Mexican Cartel appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Governor’s attempt to dismiss public records suit denied by court. https://thesarpycounty.com/governors-attempt-to-dismiss-public-records-suit-denied-by-court/ In a unanimous decision, the Iowa Supreme Court has denied Gov. Kim Reynolds’ request to dismiss a lawsuit that demanded her office to respond to the public’s record requests. Reynolds claimed that her office was not required to respond to requests promptly and that she could avoid Iowa’s open records law by not answering the … The post Governor’s attempt to dismiss public records suit denied by court. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NYC anti-Semitic attack victim to testify in House hearing on Alvin Bragg https://thesarpycounty.com/nyc-anti-semitic-attack-victim-to-testify-in-house-hearing-on-alvin-bragg/ Joseph Borgen, the Jewish man who was violently attacked in a vicious anti-Semitic attack near Times Square in May 2021, will testify during the House Judiciary Committee’s special “field hearing” on Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s performance next week. Borgen, who was added to the slate of witnesses on Friday, will join other victims of … The post NYC anti-Semitic attack victim to testify in House hearing on Alvin Bragg appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

P2T pupils head to HOSA global meet in Dallas. https://thesarpycounty.com/p2t-pupils-head-to-hosa-global-meet-in-dallas/ Seventeen students who are currently enrolled in Northeast Community College’s Pathways to Tomorrow (P2T) health occupations programs at the West Point extended campus have earned a spot at an upcoming international conference. To help defray the costs of attending the event, which will be held in Dallas, a fundraising pasta dinner is slated to take … The post P2T pupils head to HOSA global meet in Dallas. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha-metro under flash-flood warning: LIVE updates https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-metro-under-flash-flood-warning-live-updates/ Severe thunderstorms and flash flood warnings were issued in several counties of Nebraska and Iowa on Friday night, April 14th, 2023. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch was issued for southeast Nebraska and southwest Iowa through midnight, including the Omaha and Lincoln metro areas, as well as Nebraska City, Beatrice and Falls City. According to the National … The post Omaha-metro under flash-flood warning: LIVE updates appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Severe Storms Ravage Southeast Nebraska: Watch Live Coverage https://thesarpycounty.com/severe-storms-ravage-southeast-nebraska-watch-live-coverage/ Severe weather is expected to ravage the eastern third of Nebraska until Friday evening. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued by the SPC for Lancaster County up to 12 a.m. today. Weather conditions for this region are being observed with caution as the storm could produce hail as large as ping-pong balls and wind … The post Severe Storms Ravage Southeast Nebraska: Watch Live Coverage appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.