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LSO announces findings from anti-texting and driving campaign. https://thesarpycounty.com/lso-announces-findings-from-anti-texting-and-driving-campaign/ A massive effort dubbed “U Text. U Drive. U Pay” has been launched nationwide with the aim of reducing the number of crashes caused by distracted drivers. In Lincoln, Nebraska, the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office played a key role in the movement by conducting saturation patrol. A team of additional deputies patrolled in marked cars … The post LSO announces findings from anti-texting and driving campaign. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Festivals Arrive in Full Force https://thesarpycounty.com/festivals-arrive-in-full-force/ Omaha’s music scene is gearing up for two major events this summer. The Maha Music Festival and Outlandia Music Festival have recently announced their lineups, and both of them feature a blend of local and national artists. Maha Music Festival, now in its 18th year, will be held on July 28-29 at Stinson Park. The … The post Festivals Arrive in Full Force appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Appeals Court Allows Abortion Pill on Market With Limited Access https://thesarpycounty.com/appeals-court-allows-abortion-pill-on-market-with-limited-access/ A U.S. appeals court in New Orleans has partially blocked a lower court judge’s order that sought to overturn the federal approval of the abortion pill, mifepristone. While the pill remains available across the nation for now, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals also allowed part of the Texas judge’s order to stand. The effect … The post Appeals Court Allows Abortion Pill on Market With Limited Access appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Resident Sentenced to Federal Prison for Mail Theft with Duct Tape https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-resident-sentenced-to-federal-prison-for-mail-theft-with-duct-tape/ An Omaha man has been sentenced to five months in prison for mail theft after using duct tape as part of his criminal scheme. Jorge Felix Morejon, 25, was found guilty of stealing letters dropped in a mailbox by placing duct tape rings inside the snorkel of a mail collection box in Omaha. Morejon used … The post Omaha Resident Sentenced to Federal Prison for Mail Theft with Duct Tape appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

One Firefighter Injured in Accidental Benson House Fire https://thesarpycounty.com/one-firefighter-injured-in-accidental-benson-house-fire/ Firefighters from the Omaha Fire Department responded to a severe blaze in a Benson house on Wednesday evening. The incident took place around 5:07 p.m. at a single-story house located near the intersection of 65th and Grant Streets. Upon reaching the scene, the firefighters discovered heavy flames emanating from the rear of the ranch-style property, … The post One Firefighter Injured in Accidental Benson House Fire appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Grass fire in northern Lancaster County contained by volunteer firefighters https://thesarpycounty.com/grass-fire-in-northern-lancaster-county-contained-by-volunteer-firefighters/ A grass fire broke out in the northern part of Lancaster County on Wednesday afternoon. A swift response from several volunteer fire departments helped contain the blaze. The fire was reported in an area on Mill Road between Highway 77 and 40th Street. The fire was spreading quickly, and the Raymond Volunteer Fire & Rescue … The post Grass fire in northern Lancaster County contained by volunteer firefighters appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Community Playhouse presents “Little Shop of Horrors” play. https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-community-playhouse-presents-little-shop-of-horrors-play/ Omaha Community Playhouse is inviting viewers to experience the sensational musical-comedy “Little Shop of Horrors” from Friday, April 14 – Sunday, May 7. This event offers an opportunity for classical art enthusiasts to enjoy the multifold comedy and musical elements along with iconic acts from the 1986 film adaptation. The Rick Moranis starrer musical comic … The post Omaha Community Playhouse presents “Little Shop of Horrors” play. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Sculpting pros invite public to try ceramics at Gene Leahy Mall. https://thesarpycounty.com/sculpting-pros-invite-public-to-try-ceramics-at-gene-leahy-mall/ Visitors hoping to flex their artistic abilities were treated to a unique opportunity at Gene Leahy Mall in Omaha, Nebraska on Wednesday. Ceramics artists from the Hot Shops Art Center were on hand to assist individuals in adorning massive pots that will be featured in the park. Sculptors of all tiers, from novices to experts, … The post Sculpting pros invite public to try ceramics at Gene Leahy Mall. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska wildfires still raging. https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-wildfires-still-raging/ Wildfires have ravaged parts of Nebraska, as six counties were hit by the disaster earlier this week, prompting Governor Jim Pillen to declare disasters in three of those counties, including Garfield, Cherry, and Jefferson. While fires in Wheeler, Lincoln, and Rock counties are either already out, or in the mop-up stages, the fire in Cherry … The post Nebraska wildfires still raging. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Fire crews monitor for grass fires as dry spell hits Omaha area. https://thesarpycounty.com/fire-crews-monitor-for-grass-fires-as-dry-spell-hits-omaha-area/ Omaha, Nebraska was hit with yet another fire incident on Tuesday, as a fire broke out on the north side of the Ponca Hills neighborhood. The fire was reported in the late afternoon hours, and the situation was deemed as a “close call” by Chief Joel Sacks with the Ponca Hills Fire Department. Chief Sacks … The post Fire crews monitor for grass fires as dry spell hits Omaha area. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska lawmakers debate 6-week abortion ban during competing rallies. https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-lawmakers-debate-6-week-abortion-ban-during-competing-rallies/ Abortion remained a hotly debated topic at the state capitol in Lincoln, Nebraska on Wednesday, resulting in a 33-16 cloture vote to end it late in the evening. This motion stopped an eight-hour filibuster, leading to the bill’s advancement to the second round by the same vote count. The day began with three hours of … The post Nebraska lawmakers debate 6-week abortion ban during competing rallies. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Debate starts on Nebraska Heartbeat Act, abortion future in jeopardy https://thesarpycounty.com/debate-starts-on-nebraska-heartbeat-act-abortion-future-in-jeopardy/ LB 626 is a bill that has become the center of attention in Nebraska after drawing both supporters and opponents to the state capitol on Wednesday. The bill in question seeks to ban abortion when a fetal heartbeat can be detected, usually around six weeks, and has advanced to the second round of debate after … The post Debate starts on Nebraska Heartbeat Act, abortion future in jeopardy appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska bill banning abortions when heart activity is detected passes first round of debate https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-bill-banning-abortions-when-heart-activity-is-detected-passes-first-round-of-debate/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska Examiner) – Nebraska anti-abortion advocates celebrated on Wednesday the removal of a major legislative hurdle in a decade-long effort to curb what they call “elective abortions” or abortions by choice. Every Republican in the Legislature and one Democrat, State Senator Mike McDonnell of Omaha, cast the 33 votes needed to overcome a … The post Nebraska bill banning abortions when heart activity is detected passes first round of debate appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Police Issue 911 Call of Desperate Prayer from Louisville Shooter’s Mom: “Oh My Lord” https://thesarpycounty.com/police-issue-911-call-of-desperate-prayer-from-louisville-shooters-mom-oh-my-lord/ In the grim twist of Monday’s deadly Kentucky bank mass shooting, one of the people who called 911 to report the crime was the shooter’s mother. The call recordings were released Wednesday by the Louisville Police Department. attack left five dead and nine wounded. Police later shot and killed the assailant, who was identified as … The post Police Issue 911 Call of Desperate Prayer from Louisville Shooter’s Mom: “Oh My Lord” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Victims lawyer to testify at House hearing blaming District Attorney Bragg for blaming Trump https://thesarpycounty.com/victims-lawyer-to-testify-at-house-hearing-blaming-district-attorney-bragg-for-blaming-trump/ A victim’s rights advocate, who is due to testify before lawmakers investigating the policies of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, says a soft-crime prosecutor should focus more on fighting for crime victims rather than spending his time prosecuting Donald Trump. “What’s happening during Alvin Bragg’s tenure as District Attorney of Manhattan is absolutely appalling and … The post Victims lawyer to testify at House hearing blaming District Attorney Bragg for blaming Trump appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Abortion ban advances in Nebraska legislature https://thesarpycounty.com/abortion-ban-advances-in-nebraska-legislature/ Courtesy: Nebraska Unicameral Information Bureau LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A proposed abortion ban has cleared a major hurdle in the Nebraska legislature. Senators voted 33-16 Wednesday night to advance Legislative Bill 626 in the second round of debate. The bill, introduced by Senator Joni Albrecht, would ban abortions after heart activity is detected, which is … The post Abortion ban advances in Nebraska legislature appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Three Nebraska fires keep burning https://thesarpycounty.com/three-nebraska-fires-keep-burning/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Press release) – After fires started in six Nebraska counties Tuesday afternoon, Gov. Jim Pillen declared disasters in three of the six: Cherry, Garfield and Jefferson. Fires in Lincoln, Wheeler and Rock counties are now extinguished or being cleared. The McCann Fire in Cherry County is 0% contained and has burned 7,040 acres. … The post Three Nebraska fires keep burning appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The debate on the controversial “Heartbeat Bill” begins. https://thesarpycounty.com/the-debate-on-the-controversial-heartbeat-bill-begins-2/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – State senators heard the controversial ‘Heartbeat Bill’ in the legislature for the first time on Wednesday. If passed, the bill would ban performing or inducing an abortion when a heartbeat could be detected on an ultrasound, which is usually around the six-week mark. LB 626 was introduced by Northeast Nebraska Senator … The post The debate on the controversial “Heartbeat Bill” begins. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Omaha Fire Department is fighting a fire at an apartment near 88th Street and Miami Street. https://thesarpycounty.com/the-omaha-fire-department-is-fighting-a-fire-at-an-apartment-near-88th-street-and-miami-street/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The Omaha Fire Department fought a fire at an apartment near 88th Street and Miami Street on Wednesday. The call was originally received at approximately 4:08 pm. The OFD said that when they arrived, there was smoke, and the fire was localized in one apartment. Almost everyone left, but learned that … The post The Omaha Fire Department is fighting a fire at an apartment near 88th Street and Miami Street. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

1 resident injured, several displaced after northwest Omaha apartment building caught fire https://thesarpycounty.com/1-resident-injured-several-displaced-after-northwest-omaha-apartment-building-caught-fire/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — One person was rushed from the scene of an apartment fire on Wednesday afternoon in northwest Omaha. Omaha Fire was called to the Windsong Apartments, located near 88th Street and Miami Street, southeast of 90th Street and Maple Street, around 4:00 pm. Assistant Fire Chief Joseph Canilla of the Omaha Fire … The post 1 resident injured, several displaced after northwest Omaha apartment building caught fire appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A Plague of Urban Gun Violence: Letters to the Editor – April 13, 2023 https://thesarpycounty.com/a-plague-of-urban-gun-violence-letters-to-the-editor-april-13-2023/ Issue: Increase in violent crime against minorities following urban criminal justice reform. Regardless of your race, if you are a mother, your heart is broken: children are shot while they are at school, on the porch, or just go to the candy store (Cost, April 11). How can anyone justify stopping police funding and bail … The post A Plague of Urban Gun Violence: Letters to the Editor – April 13, 2023 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Another hot day, then a chance of rain https://thesarpycounty.com/another-hot-day-then-a-chance-of-rain/ We have another warm day ahead, then a cold front will arrive on Friday which will give us cooler temperatures and a chance for storms. Let’s cool down a bit for the weekend before warming up again next week. Another summer day for Thursday with highs well above average. Most of us will hit the … The post Another hot day, then a chance of rain appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Biden’s New WOTUS Rule in Two Dozen States https://thesarpycounty.com/federal-judge-temporarily-blocks-bidens-new-wotus-rule-in-two-dozen-states/ A federal judge in North Dakota on Wednesday blocked in 24 states the Biden administration’s effective new definition of waters that could be regulated under the Clean Water Act. U.S. District Judge Daniel Hovland, appointed by retired George W. Bush for the District of North Dakota, has issued a preliminary injunction in a case brought … The post Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Biden’s New WOTUS Rule in Two Dozen States appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The debate on the controversial “Heartbeat Bill” begins. https://thesarpycounty.com/the-debate-on-the-controversial-heartbeat-bill-begins/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – State senators heard the controversial ‘Heartbeat Bill’ in the legislature for the first time on Wednesday. If passed, the bill would ban performing or inducing an abortion when a heartbeat could be detected on an ultrasound, which is usually around the six-week mark. LB 626 was introduced by Northeast Nebraska Senator … The post The debate on the controversial “Heartbeat Bill” begins. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln High School Offers ‘Combined Classrooms’ to Promote Inclusion https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-high-school-offers-combined-classrooms-to-promote-inclusion/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Every student wants to feel connected, whether in the classroom or on the playground, and one Lincoln High School has brought that sense of inclusion to the gym. Scott Middle School has added so-called “combined classes” to its daily schedule. This means that in these classes, students with disabilities and those … The post Lincoln High School Offers ‘Combined Classrooms’ to Promote Inclusion appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Parkland and DCHHS release Community Health Needs Assessment findings https://thesarpycounty.com/parkland-and-dchhs-release-community-health-needs-assessment-findings/ Heart disease and cancer continue to be the leading causes of death in Dallas County, according to the latest health data, with chronic diseases, behavioral health, and preventative care remaining critical concerns for Dallas County residents. To shed light on the community’s overall health status, Parkland Health and Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) … The post Parkland and DCHHS release Community Health Needs Assessment findings appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Town Hall Lecture Series features fraud expert Chuck Whitlock https://thesarpycounty.com/the-town-hall-lecture-series-features-fraud-expert-chuck-whitlock/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – The North Platte Town Hall Lecture Series featured scam and fraud expert Chuck Whitlock on Wednesday at the North Platte Community Playhouse. Whitlock has written numerous books on the topic of preventing white-collar crime, including scams and fraud, and has appeared on national television shows to share his work. “Often … The post The Town Hall Lecture Series features fraud expert Chuck Whitlock appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Bennington Police Say Calls Increase As Population Grows https://thesarpycounty.com/bennington-police-say-calls-increase-as-population-grows/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Bennington is fast becoming a city. For Police Chief Andrew Hilscher, that means more property to protect and more people to serve. “Worried that this will continue, we must act quickly to stop this person from doing this, because in half a week he has marked three different places,” Hilscher said. … The post Bennington Police Say Calls Increase As Population Grows appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Authorities find 118 rotting dogs in truck after neighbors report terrible smell https://thesarpycounty.com/authorities-find-118-rotting-dogs-in-truck-after-neighbors-report-terrible-smell/ On Sunday, authorities in eastern Juarez made a gruesome discovery that sparked public outrage, arresting and shutting down the alleged fraudulent business. Locals in the Campestre Virreyes area began complaining about a terrible smell coming from a Ford F-150 that had a bed full of sacks. When the Juarez police investigated, they found that the … The post Authorities find 118 rotting dogs in truck after neighbors report terrible smell appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Another white powder threatening letter mailed to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office: sources https://thesarpycounty.com/another-white-powder-threatening-letter-mailed-to-manhattan-district-attorney-alvin-braggs-office-sources/ Another threatening letter was sent to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg on Wednesday afternoon, sources told The Post. The letter contained a white powder and was found in a basement post office at 80 Central Street, according to two people familiar with the situation. NYPD, Office of Emergency Management, Department of Environmental Protection responded to … The post Another white powder threatening letter mailed to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office: sources appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.