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The BMX track will open in spring 2024 https://thesarpycounty.com/the-bmx-track-will-open-in-spring-2024/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – North Platte continues to make the city more recreationally friendly with the addition of the 308 BMX. 308 BMX is in phase two as they have achieved a unanimous decision to build their own track which will be USABMX certified in the city. They have about 6 acres of land … The post The BMX track will open in spring 2024 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska lawmakers file ‘minority statement’ ahead of debate on transgender healthcare bill https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-lawmakers-file-minority-statement-ahead-of-debate-on-transgender-healthcare-bill-2/ Nebraska lawmakers on Friday filed a minority petition — a never-before-used tactic — against a law that would limit what gender-proved minors can receive in the state. State Senators Machaela Kavanaugh and Jen Day, both from Omaha, issued statements ahead of the debate on Proposition 574 on Tuesday. Called “The Let Them Grow Up Act,” … The post Nebraska lawmakers file ‘minority statement’ ahead of debate on transgender healthcare bill appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Missouri sheriff and three others charged with kidnapping conspiracy https://thesarpycounty.com/missouri-sheriff-and-three-others-charged-with-kidnapping-conspiracy/ IRON COUNTY, MO (KMOV/Gray News) — The Iron County Sheriff is part of a group that has been indicted on multiple charges. Sheriff Jeffrey Burkett, Donald Ricky Gaston, Chase R. Bresnahan, and Matthew A. Cozad face charges including intentional involvement in street gang crime, attempted kidnapping, stalking, misuse of 911, and illegally obtaining criminal information. … The post Missouri sheriff and three others charged with kidnapping conspiracy appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

5 Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement Prepare to Indict Trump: Report https://thesarpycounty.com/5-federal-state-and-local-law-enforcement-prepare-to-indict-trump-report/ Law enforcement is preparing for the possibility of an indictment of former President Donald Trump. State, local and federal agencies are considering security measures if Trump is indicted, according to five senior officials quoted by the publication. NBC News on Friday. Charges could be filed as early as next week. Trump will be charged with … The post 5 Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement Prepare to Indict Trump: Report appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Plasma cutter causes fire in Hastings factory building, authorities say https://thesarpycounty.com/plasma-cutter-causes-fire-in-hastings-factory-building-authorities-say/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Hastings fire and rescue crews battled a blaze in a former factory building on Thursday, authorities say. The fire started in the Eaton Corp. building, located near East 39th Street and Yost Avenue, at around 10:00 a.m. Eaton had halted operations at the building, but employees and contractors were on site … The post Plasma cutter causes fire in Hastings factory building, authorities say appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln man arrested in connection with child’s death https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-man-arrested-in-connection-with-childs-death/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A Lincoln man arrested, initially on firearms offenses, will remain in custody after his possible involvement in the child abuse of a 22-month-old baby, which led to his death. The LPD was called to CHI St. Elizabeth Hospital at approximately 4.20pm on Sunday for a report of a 22-month-old boy with … The post Lincoln man arrested in connection with child’s death appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Alma woman sentenced to prison on federal firearm possession charges https://thesarpycounty.com/alma-woman-sentenced-to-prison-on-federal-firearm-possession-charges/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — An Alma woman was sentenced Friday to 30 months in prison on charges of possession of a stolen firearm. US Attorney’s Office announced that 41-year-old Erin Lee Gehrig was sentenced to 30 months in prison for possession of a stolen firearm. After she has completed her prison term, Gehrig will also … The post Alma woman sentenced to prison on federal firearm possession charges appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Dawson County officials meet on wind power regulations https://thesarpycounty.com/dawson-county-officials-meet-on-wind-power-regulations/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — Dawson County held a joint meeting between county commissioners and the planning commission on Tuesday to discuss the baseline for new wind power zoning regulations to be put into place. The goal of the meeting was to put both groups in the same mindset when drafting regulations to speed up … The post Dawson County officials meet on wind power regulations appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘We work so hard on this day’: Over 100 Omaha medical students learn about their residency on match day https://thesarpycounty.com/we-work-so-hard-on-this-day-over-100-omaha-medical-students-learn-about-their-residency-on-match-day/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) — For medical students like Sagar Chapagein, who started his medical journey to become a doctor on the UNMC summer program, Match Day is a big deal. “We go through four years of medical school,” he said. “We work so hard for this day.” Nebraska native and UNMC medical student Natasha Hongsermeier-Graves … The post ‘We work so hard on this day’: Over 100 Omaha medical students learn about their residency on match day appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Pedestrian dies in Tecumseh, driver detained https://thesarpycounty.com/pedestrian-dies-in-tecumseh-driver-detained-2/ TEKUMSE, Nebraska (Cologne). A 22-year-old man died after being hit by a car in Tecumseh early Friday morning. The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office said they received a call shortly before 2:30 a.m. about a possible death in Tecumseh. The deputy reacted and found the body of a 22-year-old man near 1st Street and railway tracks. … The post Pedestrian dies in Tecumseh, driver detained appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Letts: D.C. Council Wouldn’t Protect Citizens, So Congress Did https://thesarpycounty.com/letts-d-c-council-wouldnt-protect-citizens-so-congress-did/ Isn’t it funny how Democrats, who don’t want to prosecute criminals and protect citizens when bad things happen in other cities, turn around and act like Republicans when their own safety could be threatened? The most recent example of this is the decision of the US Senate. pass resolutions to block amendments to the Washington, … The post Letts: D.C. Council Wouldn’t Protect Citizens, So Congress Did appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Two teenagers were stabbed outside a high school in Queens https://thesarpycounty.com/two-teenagers-were-stabbed-outside-a-high-school-in-queens/ Two teenagers were stabbed outside a high school in Queens on Friday afternoon, police said. The 15-year-old victims were stabbed to death after an altercation with a suspect near 165th Street and Highland Avenue near Captain Tilly Park in Jamaica Hills around 3:45 p.m., according to police and sources. One teenager was stabbed three times … The post Two teenagers were stabbed outside a high school in Queens appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

A 62-year-old grandpa receives injections as a child after a stem cell transplant to cure a blood disease https://thesarpycounty.com/a-62-year-old-grandpa-receives-injections-as-a-child-after-a-stem-cell-transplant-to-cure-a-blood-disease/ A 62-year-old grandfather is vaccinated as a child after his immune system was rebooted with stem cells from the baby’s umbilical cord. Colin Baker’s sons name him Benjamin Button after a transplant to treat a blood disorder. The father of three suffered from myeloid dysplasia, which causes severe bruising and bleeding, and tests showed he … The post A 62-year-old grandpa receives injections as a child after a stem cell transplant to cure a blood disease appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska lawmakers file ‘minority statement’ ahead of debate on transgender healthcare bill https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-lawmakers-file-minority-statement-ahead-of-debate-on-transgender-healthcare-bill/ LINCOLN. Nebraska lawmakers on Friday filed a minority petition — a never-before-used tactic — against passing a law that would limit the gender-affirming care that minors could receive in the state. State Senators Machaela Kavanaugh and Jen Day, both from Omaha, issued statements ahead of the debate on Proposition 574 on Tuesday. Called “The Let … The post Nebraska lawmakers file ‘minority statement’ ahead of debate on transgender healthcare bill appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska baseball wins both games in doubleheaders against Nicholls https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-baseball-wins-both-games-in-doubleheaders-against-nicholls/ Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Nebraska baseball won both games in a doubleheader against Nicholls on Friday. The Huskers won game one 2-1 and game two 17-1. In the first game, seven innings long, the Huskers struck first as Charlie Fischer’s single homered with Corey Evans. Nebraska was scoreless until the sixth … The post Nebraska baseball wins both games in doubleheaders against Nicholls appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Heartland Pet Connection and HPD educate the public about types of abuse https://thesarpycounty.com/heartland-pet-connection-and-hpd-educate-the-public-about-types-of-abuse/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – Local service providers have come together to inform people about different types of abuse. Heartland Pet Connection and the Hastings Police Department have joined forces at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. They provided the local team leader with the information, teaching them the “connection”. It means that any type of abuse is … The post Heartland Pet Connection and HPD educate the public about types of abuse appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Grand opening of LPD Northeast Team Station https://thesarpycounty.com/grand-opening-of-lpd-northeast-team-station/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Lincoln Police Department’s new Northeast Command Center was inaugurated Friday after moving into the building in early March. The new facility is located at 5201 ‘R’ St. Leirion Mayor Gaylor Baird, LPD staff and City Council members gathered to celebrate the new substation. It has many new features such as … The post Grand opening of LPD Northeast Team Station appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

North Platte celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a parade https://thesarpycounty.com/north-platte-celebrates-st-patricks-day-with-a-parade/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – The St. Patrick’s Day Parade saw many people from Lincoln County participate in activities on Friday. There were about 30 entries that attended the parade. Everyone from businesses, to the Sheriff’s Department, to non-profit organizations and the St. Pats State Second Basketball Team attended and handed out candy to any … The post North Platte celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a parade appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska National Guard soldiers head to Europe to train Ukrainians https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-national-guard-soldiers-head-to-europe-to-train-ukrainians/ YUTAN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Thirteen soldiers from the Nebraska National Guard are heading to Europe to train their Ukrainian counterparts. Gov. Jim Pillen joined the National Guard at the Atlas Wire Ready Center Friday. The soldiers will be stationed at a training center in Germany under the US European Command. Every soldier who turned around … The post Nebraska National Guard soldiers head to Europe to train Ukrainians appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Several roads in Omaha affected by upcoming closures and restrictions https://thesarpycounty.com/several-roads-in-omaha-affected-by-upcoming-closures-and-restrictions/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Several upcoming street closures and traffic restrictions have been announced, one of which is related to a long-term street widening project. According to Omaha Public Works, all of the following closures and restrictions will begin this Monday, March 20 at 9:00 AM. Douglas Street will be closed between 44th Street and … The post Several roads in Omaha affected by upcoming closures and restrictions appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lawrence Anderson sentenced to life for killing uncle, 4-year-old child and woman whose heart he cut out and boiled https://thesarpycounty.com/lawrence-anderson-sentenced-to-life-for-killing-uncle-4-year-old-child-and-woman-whose-heart-he-cut-out-and-boiled/ The Oklahoma man who pleaded guilty to killing three people and ripping out and boiling the heart of one of his victims, just weeks after he was mistakenly released from prison, was arrested, officials said. sentenced to life imprisonment. Lawrence Paul Anderson pleaded guilty to multiple counts of murder, mutilation, assault and battery on Wednesday … The post Lawrence Anderson sentenced to life for killing uncle, 4-year-old child and woman whose heart he cut out and boiled appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Regulators end the week the same way they started – dispelling fears, saving the bank https://thesarpycounty.com/regulators-end-the-week-the-same-way-they-started-dispelling-fears-saving-the-bank/ Financial regulators, politicians and bank executives have spent the week trying to allay fears that the banking crisis will spread to the US financial system. On Friday, President Joe Biden issued a statement calling on Congress to take action to make it easier for regulators to prosecute top bank executives for their mismanagement. “It should … The post Regulators end the week the same way they started – dispelling fears, saving the bank appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Another breath of cold air to face on Saturday https://thesarpycounty.com/another-breath-of-cold-air-to-face-on-saturday/ Not only was Friday special because it’s a holiday (Happy St. Patrick’s Day!), but we saw some interesting weather features throughout the day. The towering cumulus clouds have spread across the state with a lot of moisture and instability associated with them, which if we were hot enough, could produce some pop-up storm clouds. An … The post Another breath of cold air to face on Saturday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The eighth annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival hosted by McKinney https://thesarpycounty.com/the-eighth-annual-st-patricks-day-festival-hosted-by-mckinney/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – St. Patrick’s Day isn’t usually hard to find a good feast, and McKinney’s Irish Pub is one of many places that offer it. The bar hosts its eighth annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival on the Grand Island. They are serving up their famous Irish dishes, along with complimentary goodies. They … The post The eighth annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival hosted by McKinney appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

White vegetables ‘may help lower cholesterol’ https://thesarpycounty.com/white-vegetables-may-help-lower-cholesterol/ It is believed that about 60 per cent of the UK adult population lives with high cholesterol, and many of them are unaware of it. High cholesterol means that a person has too much of a fatty substance called cholesterol in their blood. These fatty deposits can accumulate in the blood vessels, causing a blockage. … The post White vegetables ‘may help lower cholesterol’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Irish pubs Lincoln’s celebrate St. Patrick’s Day https://thesarpycounty.com/irish-pubs-lincolns-celebrate-st-patricks-day/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Every year on March 17, Irish pubs around the world celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, the busiest day of the year. There are two Irish pubs in Lincoln, McKinney’s and Patty’s Pub, where both places go all out on St. Patrick’s Day. With a line waiting outside the door, Patty’s opened at … The post Irish pubs Lincoln’s celebrate St. Patrick’s Day appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

North Platte Catholic schools celebrate St. Patrick’s Day https://thesarpycounty.com/north-platte-catholic-schools-celebrate-st-patricks-day/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – North Platte Catholic School celebrated St. Patrick’s Day on Friday with Irish stew for lunch and green-colored foods. Patrick’s Middle and High School also allowed for a relaxed dress code that defined Friday as a spirit day. The school received permission to serve Irish stew for lunch despite it being … The post North Platte Catholic schools celebrate St. Patrick’s Day appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The ribbon cutting for the new buildings at Camp Ashland took place on Friday. https://thesarpycounty.com/the-ribbon-cutting-for-the-new-buildings-at-camp-ashland-took-place-on-friday/ ASHLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) — Camp Ashland cuts the ribbon on seven new buildings that were built to replace those damaged or destroyed by floods in 2019. This is a $35 million project that is part of the $62 million for flood repairs. Major General Daryl Bohak spoke about the lessons learned from resilience. “Not a … The post The ribbon cutting for the new buildings at Camp Ashland took place on Friday. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha law firms offer free rides to prevent drunk driving https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-law-firms-offer-free-rides-to-prevent-drunk-driving/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska). There are quite a few options for those who drink this St. Patrick’s Day to stay off the roads. Rideshare apps, public transportation, or a designated driver are three easy ways to avoid drunk driving, but at least two law firms in Omaha provide another way to get people home safely after … The post Omaha law firms offer free rides to prevent drunk driving appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Arrest warrant issued for Vladimir Putin – Prosecutors say they have enough evidence to convict https://thesarpycounty.com/arrest-warrant-issued-for-vladimir-putin-prosecutors-say-they-have-enough-evidence-to-convict/ Could Vladimir Putin end his days behind bars? On Friday, the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for the Russian president, citing alleged trafficking of Ukrainian children to Russia during the latter’s invasion of Ukraine. The court charged Putin with the “war crime of illegal deportation of the population (children) and illegal transfer of … The post Arrest warrant issued for Vladimir Putin – Prosecutors say they have enough evidence to convict appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.