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Long trains pose serious issues for railroads, warns industry experts. https://thesarpycounty.com/long-trains-pose-serious-issues-for-railroads-warns-industry-experts/ Federal regulators have issued a warning to railroads, instructing them to ensure their training and operating procedures account for the problems associated with long trains. The Federal Railroad Administration released its latest safety advisory on Thursday, recognizing the lengthy trains that can stretch over two miles long mean that engineers need to be trained accordingly, … The post Long trains pose serious issues for railroads, warns industry experts. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Gunman shoots and wounds two in Manhattan before escaping https://thesarpycounty.com/gunman-shoots-and-wounds-two-in-manhattan-before-escaping/ A shooting incident that occurred in the Hell’s Kitchen area of New York City left two individuals injured over the weekend, sources have confirmed. The attack took place on West 46th Street and 9th Avenue at approximately 5:45 p.m. on Saturday when the culprit approached one of the victims and discharged a firearm, according to … The post Gunman shoots and wounds two in Manhattan before escaping appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nucor Celebrates Arbor Day with Local Students https://thesarpycounty.com/nucor-celebrates-arbor-day-with-local-students/ Over 200 students participated in a tree planting event at the Nucor Detailing Center last Friday, in celebration of Arbor Day. This event, which was co-sponsored by the Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District, aimed to educate fourth-graders from five local elementary schools on the importance of trees and tree planting, even under less-than-ideal weather conditions. … The post Nucor Celebrates Arbor Day with Local Students appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man allegedly stabs mother in the head, arrested at West Omaha apartment. https://thesarpycounty.com/man-allegedly-stabs-mother-in-the-head-arrested-at-west-omaha-apartment/ In a bizarre incident in Omaha, Nebraska, a mother was allegedly stabbed by her own son in the wee hours of Saturday morning. Reports from the Omaha Police Department suggest that the authorities were alerted to an apartment in the vicinity of Dorcas Plaza & S 140th Plaza shortly after 12:34 am on Saturday, following … The post Man allegedly stabs mother in the head, arrested at West Omaha apartment. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

West Lincoln Robbery: LPD Responds https://thesarpycounty.com/west-lincoln-robbery-lpd-responds/ Lincoln, Nebraska – The police department in Lincoln responded to a robbery incident that took place on Friday night in a household near West C and Southwest Eight streets. As per the reports received, a 31-year-old man was unloading his vehicle when another man approached him. According to the witness, the unknown man carried a … The post West Lincoln Robbery: LPD Responds appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Abortion Ban Fails by One Vote, 20-Week Limit Remains https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-abortion-ban-fails-by-one-vote-20-week-limit-remains/ The Nebraska Legislature failed to pass Legislative Bill 626 on Thursday, which proposed to ban abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, when an ultrasound suggests embryonic cardiac activity. Republican Senator Joni Albrecht’s proposed bill fell short of the required 33 votes to end debate, obtaining 32 votes, with two senators, Merv Riepe of Ralston and … The post Nebraska Abortion Ban Fails by One Vote, 20-Week Limit Remains appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Pillen’s co-owned pork processor bags $25M US grant. https://thesarpycounty.com/pillens-co-owned-pork-processor-bags-25m-us-grant/ Wholestone Farms, the pork processing company that revived the former Hormel plant in Fremont, Nebraska, was awarded a $25 million federal grant last month as part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s efforts to help smaller local meat processors compete against larger national and international conglomerates. Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen, who is one of roughly … The post Pillen’s co-owned pork processor bags $25M US grant. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Stabbing injures woman early Saturday, life-threatening injuries possible https://thesarpycounty.com/stabbing-injures-woman-early-saturday-life-threatening-injuries-possible/ Omaha Police Officials released a statement on Saturday detailing a stabbing that occurred at South 140th Plaza, indicating that a 46-year-old woman sustained potentially life-threatening injuries. According to the Omaha Police Department (OPD), the incident was reported at approximately 12:34 a.m. on Saturday, with officers dispatched to investigate a cutting. Upon their arrival, officers found … The post Stabbing injures woman early Saturday, life-threatening injuries possible appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

NYC woman found dead in trash chute, father alleges husband’s involvement in murder. https://thesarpycounty.com/nyc-woman-found-dead-in-trash-chute-father-alleges-husbands-involvement-in-murder/ A new development has emerged in a Manhattan woman’s death that has taken the media by storm. The father of the woman whose body was found at the bottom of a trash chute in her Union Square building has filed a lawsuit alleging that her husband had her killed. Nicholas Prychodko of Canada claims that … The post NYC woman found dead in trash chute, father alleges husband’s involvement in murder. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Board of education discusses key topics in meeting. https://thesarpycounty.com/board-of-education-discusses-key-topics-in-meeting/ The Norfolk Public Schools Board of Education convened for their regular meeting on Thursday afternoon in the central administration office located at 512 Phillip Ave. The meeting commenced at noon and unfolded for a concise 16 minutes. The five members present were Teri Bauer, Cindy Booth, Brenda Carhart, Lindsay Dixon, and Beth Shashikant. The board … The post Board of education discusses key topics in meeting. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Council members demand resignation after Vinny Palermo’s detention. https://thesarpycounty.com/council-members-demand-resignation-after-vinny-palermos-detention/ The city council of Omaha’s District 4 is currently without representation following a judge’s decision to detain Vinny Palermo until his trial date. This move is projected to leave the seat empty for approximately three months. Reacting to this development, Brinker Harding of District 6 and Aimee Melton of District 7 have called for Palermo’s … The post Council members demand resignation after Vinny Palermo’s detention. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska surrenders lead in 9th inning, falls to Minnesota. https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-surrenders-lead-in-9th-inning-falls-to-minnesota/ In a heart-wrenching defeat, the Nebraska Cornhuskers lost 9-7 to the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday night in a closely contested college baseball game at Hawks Field. Nebraska started the last inning with a 5-4 lead, but Minnesota staged an impressive rally to come from behind and win the game. Kris Hokenson was the hero … The post Nebraska surrenders lead in 9th inning, falls to Minnesota. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

2023 Memorial Park Concert Seeking Local Bands. https://thesarpycounty.com/2023-memorial-park-concert-seeking-local-bands/ Local Musicians Invited to Feature their Music Videos at City of Omaha Memorial Park Concert Omaha, Nebraska – Local bands and solo artists are encouraged to apply to feature their music videos of original songs at the upcoming “City of Omaha Celebrates America” concert held at Memorial Park on Friday, June 30th. The concert which … The post 2023 Memorial Park Concert Seeking Local Bands. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Senate grills credit bureau CEOs; Dem leaders demand medical debt removal https://thesarpycounty.com/senate-grills-credit-bureau-ceos-dem-leaders-demand-medical-debt-removal/ U.S. senators have questioned the transparency and fairness of major credit reporting bureaus and their practices towards consumers. On Thursday, Democratic senators grilled executives from Equifax, TransUnion, and Experian regarding the removal of medical debts from credit reports. Although the bureaus announced last month that medical debt below $500 would be removed from credit reports, … The post Senate grills credit bureau CEOs; Dem leaders demand medical debt removal appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Ex-Nebraska coach reunites with heart donor’s mother https://thesarpycounty.com/ex-nebraska-coach-reunites-with-heart-donors-mother/ Omaha, Nebraska – On Friday, Nathanael Garza would have been celebrating his 24th birthday. However, instead of him, six people are still living today, thanks to Nathanael’s selflessness and kindness. One of those six people is Barney Cotton, former Assistant Coach for the Nebraska team, who was lucky enough to receive Nathanael’s heart through organ … The post Ex-Nebraska coach reunites with heart donor’s mother appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Teen shares ominous photo before rock attack that leads to Alexa Bartell’s death, now faces criminal charges. https://thesarpycounty.com/teen-shares-ominous-photo-before-rock-attack-that-leads-to-alexa-bartells-death-now-faces-criminal-charges/ Three Colorado teenagers have been charged with murder in the wake of a rock-throwing spree that resulted in the tragic death of a young female motorist. Eighteen-year-old Joseph Koenig shared an ominous photo on social media several months before the attack, depicting a motorcycle that had a sticker reading “JUST KILLED A WOMAN…FEELING GOOD” plastered … The post Teen shares ominous photo before rock attack that leads to Alexa Bartell’s death, now faces criminal charges. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LENRD Meeting Notes Released: Key Takeaways Revealed https://thesarpycounty.com/lenrd-meeting-notes-released-key-takeaways-revealed/ The Lower Elkhorn Natural Resource District (LENRD) concluded their latest board of directors meeting on Thursday, which was held at their offices on Square Turn Boulevard in Norfolk. All board members were present for this three-hour session, with roughly 20 citizens and staff also in attendance. Below are the highlights of the meeting’s agenda and … The post LENRD Meeting Notes Released: Key Takeaways Revealed appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Westroads Mall bridges e-commerce and brick & mortar retail. https://thesarpycounty.com/westroads-mall-bridges-e-commerce-and-brick-mortar-retail/ Westroads Mall in Omaha, Nebraska is taking on a new role in the era of the digital world. Once a destination for shopping enthusiasts, the mall is becoming a bridge to the digital age with the incorporation of new businesses. In the past, major department stores used to be the backbone of malls all across … The post Westroads Mall bridges e-commerce and brick & mortar retail. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Warm and Windy Weekend Ahead https://thesarpycounty.com/warm-and-windy-weekend-ahead/ After a refreshing Friday with some much-needed rainfall, Saturday promises to be warmer and windier in Lincoln, Nebraska. However, the second half of the weekend is expected to be cooler than Saturday, but still milder than Friday. The forecast indicates that the first half of the next week will usher in a warming trend. According … The post Warm and Windy Weekend Ahead appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Palermo and Co-Defendants to Stay in Federal Custody; Council Demands Resignation. https://thesarpycounty.com/palermo-and-co-defendants-to-stay-in-federal-custody-council-demands-resignation/ A federal judge has ruled that an Omaha City Council member, along with a retired Omaha Police Captain and a fundraiser, will remain in prison until their trial, which is expected to take place in the near future. Vinny Palermo, Rich Gonzalez, and Jack Olson have been accused of several counts of fraud, conspiracy, and … The post Palermo and Co-Defendants to Stay in Federal Custody; Council Demands Resignation. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Senator maintains stance on six-week abortion bill vote. https://thesarpycounty.com/senator-maintains-stance-on-six-week-abortion-bill-vote/ Nebraska State Senator Merv Riepe has refused to vote in favour of the six-week “heartbeat” abortion bill, a decision he confirmed he will not reconsider. Riepe, who had been a cosponsor of the bill, is instead in favour of a less restrictive, 12-week ban that was introduced by Riepe himself on Thursday. However, this proposal … The post Senator maintains stance on six-week abortion bill vote. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Junkstock’s Spring Edition Starts Friday https://thesarpycounty.com/junkstocks-spring-edition-starts-friday/ Junkstock Commences with a Damp Start at Sycamore Farms in Waterloo, Nebraska Waterloo, Nebraska, 4th June: Friday saw a damp start to the much-awaited Junkstock, an event that is cherished by vintage and hand-made enthusiasts. It carries the promise of a trove of treasures hidden within it, and it won’t disappoint this time as well. … The post Junkstock’s Spring Edition Starts Friday appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Hochul grants judges more power on bail, usage remains unknown. https://thesarpycounty.com/hochul-grants-judges-more-power-on-bail-usage-remains-unknown/ New York Governor, Kathy Hochul, has declared that the final spending plan for the state will result in the easing of restrictions on cash bail. However, it remains unclear whether judges, especially in New York City, would utilize their newfound discretion to detain clear threats to public safety. The Governor’s agreement with the Legislature’s leaders … The post Hochul grants judges more power on bail, usage remains unknown. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

April 28 rainfall totals in 24 hours. https://thesarpycounty.com/april-28-rainfall-totals-in-24-hours/ Weather Watch: Latest 48-Hour Rainfall and Snowfall Reports Communities in the area have experienced varying levels of precipitation over the last 48 hours, according to reports from local spotters. The latest updates as of 7 a.m. Friday have been compiled below. In Atkinson, Roger Brink has reported rainfall of 0.06 inches, while Dennis Zavadil in … The post April 28 rainfall totals in 24 hours. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Texas House approves $5 billion investment to bridge the digital divide https://thesarpycounty.com/texas-house-approves-5-billion-investment-to-bridge-the-digital-divide/ The Texas House has taken a step closer towards improving internet connectivity for its citizens by allocating $5 billion towards expanding internet accessibility throughout the state. In a recently filed bill, Republican Rep. Trent Ashby of Lufkin proposed the creation of the Texas Broadband Infrastructure Fund, and accompanying House Joint Resolution 125, with a goal … The post Texas House approves $5 billion investment to bridge the digital divide appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Councilman Palermo, other suspects to stay detained. https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-councilman-palermo-other-suspects-to-stay-detained/ Councilman Vinny Palermo, along with Richie Gonzalez and Jack Olson, will remain in Saunders County Jail until their trial, according to a judge’s decision on Friday. Their fourth associate, Johnny Palermo, had already been ordered to remain in detention after pleading “not guilty” to federal charges, including wire fraud and various financial schemes. The court … The post Omaha Councilman Palermo, other suspects to stay detained. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Councilman and Co-Suspects Ordered to Remain in Custody https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-councilman-and-co-suspects-ordered-to-remain-in-custody/ Omaha Councilman Vinny Palermo, along with co-defendants Richie Gonzalez and Jack Olson, will remain detained on federal charges until trial, a Friday afternoon court ruling confirmed. The fourth suspect, Johnny Palermo, had already been ordered to remain detained after entering a “not guilty” plea. All four were arrested earlier in the month on federal charges … The post Omaha Councilman and Co-Suspects Ordered to Remain in Custody appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Guilt-Inducing Gravy Tops Freudian Poultry Dish https://thesarpycounty.com/guilt-inducing-gravy-tops-freudian-poultry-dish/ “Beau Is Afraid” is the latest film from writer/director Ari Aster, known for his previous offerings “Hereditary” and “Midsommar.” Starring Joaquin Phoenix, the film is a satirical exploration of trauma and mamma drama that may leave some viewers feeling unsettled. The plot follows a broken man-child named Beau, who is consumed by a fear of … The post Guilt-Inducing Gravy Tops Freudian Poultry Dish appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Complaint dismissed against Capitol Bible study, leader adjusts approach https://thesarpycounty.com/complaint-dismissed-against-capitol-bible-study-leader-adjusts-approach/ The Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission has dismissed a formal complaint stating that the leader of a State Capitol Bible study group needed to register as a lobbyist. Arin Hess, the leader of the Capital Studies Bible study group, was informed by the commission that the complaint against his role had been dismissed following consideration. … The post Complaint dismissed against Capitol Bible study, leader adjusts approach appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Councilmember and retired officer to stay in jail until trial. https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-councilmember-and-retired-officer-to-stay-in-jail-until-trial/ Former police officer Rich Gonzalez and Omaha City Councilman Vinny Palermo will remain in jail until their trial, according to a ruling made by United States Magistrate Judge Cheryl Zwart on Friday. The judge’s decision was based on the belief that both individuals “would pose a risk of harm to the public, nonappearance, and obstruction … The post Omaha Councilmember and retired officer to stay in jail until trial. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.