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State senators have until Tuesday to designate priority bills https://thesarpycounty.com/state-senators-have-until-tuesday-to-designate-priority-bills/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — Priority bills are due Tuesday in the 108th first session of the Nebraska Legislature. Each Nebraska state senator can designate one bill as priority designation, while committees allocate two bills for priority designation, and the chairman of the Nebraska Legislature can designate 25 priority bills. “I will look for those … The post State senators have until Tuesday to designate priority bills appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Letters from a recycled Ralston Arena tent will be turned into a work of art https://thesarpycounty.com/letters-from-a-recycled-ralston-arena-tent-will-be-turned-into-a-work-of-art/ RALSTON, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Liberty First Credit Union Arena was formerly known as The Ralston Arena. Part of this legacy will live on. Five artists submitted ideas for recycling letters from the tent. The Ralston Arts and Creative District Council selected two projects. The first is colorful and will go up to 72nd and Main … The post Letters from a recycled Ralston Arena tent will be turned into a work of art appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New hope for a cure for brain cancer patients as UK center receives £2.5m support https://thesarpycounty.com/new-hope-for-a-cure-for-brain-cancer-patients-as-uk-center-receives-2-5m-support/ Hopes for a future cure for brain cancer have received a huge boost after a pioneering UK center received a surprise £2.5 million to speed up clinical trials in children. The charity Brain Tumor Research provided a cash injection in an attempt to unlock successful treatments for glioma, the deadliest of all childhood cancers. Experts … The post New hope for a cure for brain cancer patients as UK center receives £2.5m support appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Water problems, from lead pipes and nitrates to too little water, aired in the Nebraska Legislature. https://thesarpycounty.com/water-problems-from-lead-pipes-and-nitrates-to-too-little-water-aired-in-the-nebraska-legislature/ LINCOLN – Run plumbing to old houses in Omaha. Too high nitrate levels in rural and public wells. And not enough water to service the expansion of the growing biotech campus in Blair. There were many reports of water problems in the Nebraska Legislature on Monday, with several senators seeking public funds to address them. … The post Water problems, from lead pipes and nitrates to too little water, aired in the Nebraska Legislature. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The City of Lincoln unveils plans for a new housing development in Northwest Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/the-city-of-lincoln-unveils-plans-for-a-new-housing-development-in-northwest-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Lincoln City Council on Monday unveiled plans for a new development in northwest Lincoln. Plans include construction of a multi-family apartment complex at the corner of Northwest 48th and Holdrege Streets. Located near Northwest High School, the proposed complex will have 289 apartments, 20 percent of which will be affordable housing. … The post The City of Lincoln unveils plans for a new housing development in Northwest Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nitrates forum set for Tuesday in Norfolk https://thesarpycounty.com/nitrates-forum-set-for-tuesday-in-norfolk/ “Nitrate in Nebraska Water Supply: What’s the Risk?” is the focus of a Flatwater Forum set for Tuesday, March 14, 7-8:30pm. The event will take place at the Lifelong Learning Center on the Northeast Community College campus. The forum offers northeastern Nebrascans an opportunity to learn more about nitrate groundwater issues across the state at … The post Nitrates forum set for Tuesday in Norfolk appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Lincoln City Council approved a $24 million TIF for a planned high-rise building in the Haymarket. https://thesarpycounty.com/the-lincoln-city-council-approved-a-24-million-tif-for-a-planned-high-rise-building-in-the-haymarket/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Lincoln City Council has approved the allocation of millions of TIFs needed for the Lincoln Bold high-rise building in the Haymarket. On Monday, the council voted 4-2 to allow $24 million in tax increment-funding, also known as TIF money, for the project. The proposed building site is located at Melichar’s … The post The Lincoln City Council approved a $24 million TIF for a planned high-rise building in the Haymarket. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Honored Lincoln County Weed Superintendent https://thesarpycounty.com/honored-lincoln-county-weed-superintendent/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) — At their weekly meeting on Monday, the Lincoln County Commissioners recognized Lincoln County Noxious Grass Superintendent Todd Herndon, who was honored as Region Six Outstanding Superintendent for 2022. “It was a huge honor for Todd. He does a great job with his department and it’s great to see him get … The post Honored Lincoln County Weed Superintendent appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska banks secure customer confidence amid national bank closures https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-banks-secure-customer-confidence-amid-national-bank-closures/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Mark Hock, CEO of Pinnacle Bank, said phones have been ringing all weekend asking about the health and stability of the bank and its deposits. Richard Byer of the Nebraska Bankers Association answers similar questions; they both want to allay the fears of anyone with money in a Nebraska bank. On … The post Nebraska banks secure customer confidence amid national bank closures appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Behind the Boom” at this year’s Omaha Film Festival https://thesarpycounty.com/behind-the-boom-at-this-years-omaha-film-festival/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – Don Wisniski has been making fireworks for the past 30 years. “Starting with a very young child on a farm, this has been our big highlight this year. I moved to Norfolk and I had the opportunity to be part of the JEC, who were doing fireworks shows in Norfolk at … The post “Behind the Boom” at this year’s Omaha Film Festival appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

U.S. hate crimes up 12% in 2021 – nearly two-thirds were race-related: FBI https://thesarpycounty.com/u-s-hate-crimes-up-12-in-2021-nearly-two-thirds-were-race-related-fbi/ Hate crimes in the US increased by 11.6% in 2021 – higher than the FBI originally reported – as more than half of such incidents were race-related, the agency said on Monday. Police departments across the country reported that 12,411 people were the victims of 10,530 cases of hate crimes reported in 2021, of which … The post U.S. hate crimes up 12% in 2021 – nearly two-thirds were race-related: FBI appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Downward Spiral:” Final Thoughts on the Omaha Criminal Justice and Mental Health Systems Series https://thesarpycounty.com/downward-spiral-final-thoughts-on-the-omaha-criminal-justice-and-mental-health-systems-series/ This is a reflection on The Reader’s four-part Downward Spiral series. Published between January and March 2023, it aimed to disrupt the complex relationship between mental health and the criminal justice system in Omaha. Read parts one, two, three and four. This morning, as I sat down to write my final thoughts on The Downward … The post “Downward Spiral:” Final Thoughts on the Omaha Criminal Justice and Mental Health Systems Series appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The collapse of the Silicon Valley bank is different from our last financial crisis https://thesarpycounty.com/the-collapse-of-the-silicon-valley-bank-is-different-from-our-last-financial-crisis/ After the biggest US bank failure in more than a decade, regional bank stocks tumbled on Monday as the federal government, with the 2007-2008 financial crisis still fresh in the minds of many, hastened to reassure Americans that the US banking system is stable. President Joe Biden told Americans that the risks posed by bankrupt … The post The collapse of the Silicon Valley bank is different from our last financial crisis appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Every Little Thing Helps”: Nebraska farmers were encouraged to save some land for conservation https://thesarpycounty.com/every-little-thing-helps-nebraska-farmers-were-encouraged-to-save-some-land-for-conservation/ LINCOLN, Neb (Nebraska) — The United States Department of Agriculture is working to persuade farmers, ranchers and landowners across the country to use some of their land for conservation. The USDA Farm Service Agency says the Conservation Reserve Program is voluntary and allows anyone who signs up to use their land to grow environmentally friendly … The post “Every Little Thing Helps”: Nebraska farmers were encouraged to save some land for conservation appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Norfolk man suspected of punching woman, forcing her to suffocate https://thesarpycounty.com/norfolk-man-suspected-of-punching-woman-forcing-her-to-suffocate/ Norfolk Police jailed a man on Saturday accused of assaulting a woman. At 1:29 am Saturday, police responded to a physical disturbance in an apartment in the 900 block of Woodhurst Drive, Captain Michael Bauer said in a news release. When officers arrived, they had contact with a woman who claimed she was attacked by … The post Norfolk man suspected of punching woman, forcing her to suffocate appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office produces “Podcast 902”. https://thesarpycounty.com/the-lancaster-county-sheriffs-office-produces-podcast-902/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). Podcasts have skyrocketed in popularity, with topics ranging from true crime to pop culture. In Lincoln, a law enforcement agency opened its own to increase transparency. The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office launched the 902 Podcast last week. It is produced at the LSO’s headquarters in the City County building. Sheriff Terry Wagner … The post The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office produces “Podcast 902”. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The importance of checking smoke and carbon monoxide detectors https://thesarpycounty.com/the-importance-of-checking-smoke-and-carbon-monoxide-detectors/ NORTH PATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors help prevent fatal accidents in the home. Local officials are urging the public to check the batteries of both the smoke detector and the carbon monoxide detector at least twice a month. According to Brandon Myers, the Lincoln County director of emergency management, “the time … The post The importance of checking smoke and carbon monoxide detectors appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Restful sleep after injection may increase protection in men https://thesarpycounty.com/restful-sleep-after-injection-may-increase-protection-in-men/ Researchers have found that getting enough sleep before and after vaccination increases the protection it provides, but only for men. Men who slept less than six hours a night on the days before and after the injection had fewer antibodies than those who slept seven hours or more. Study author Dr. Eva Van Kauter of … The post Restful sleep after injection may increase protection in men appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

School Safety Foundation Trains Nebraska Teachers in Emergency Response https://thesarpycounty.com/school-safety-foundation-trains-nebraska-teachers-in-emergency-response/ PAPILLON, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Many educators in our area don’t have spring break and are in the classroom learning or honing the process to bring their students back to their parents after any incident or emergency occurs at the school. The I Love You Guys Foundation, working with the Nebraska Department of Education, spoke with … The post School Safety Foundation Trains Nebraska Teachers in Emergency Response appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Missing 13-year-old girl found locked in barn 1,000 miles from home – ill suspect faces 6 charges https://thesarpycounty.com/missing-13-year-old-girl-found-locked-in-barn-1000-miles-from-home-ill-suspect-faces-6-charges/ The 13-year-old girl, who was taken from her home in Dallas, was found Friday in Davidson County, North Carolina. On Monday, police announced the arrest of Jorge Camacho, who was charged with kidnapping a child, restraining a child, human trafficking, two counts of raping a child under 15, two counts of sexually assaulting a child … The post Missing 13-year-old girl found locked in barn 1,000 miles from home – ill suspect faces 6 charges appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Mexican President Obrador wildly claims his country is safer than the US after deadly kidnapping https://thesarpycounty.com/mexican-president-obrador-wildly-claims-his-country-is-safer-than-the-us-after-deadly-kidnapping/ Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has wildly declared that his country is safer than the US despite the recent high-profile kidnapping of four Americans with a fatal outcome by a cartel group. Speaking at his daily Monday morning briefing, Obrador said: “Mexico is safer than the United States. No problem to travel safely in … The post Mexican President Obrador wildly claims his country is safer than the US after deadly kidnapping appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

US senator from Nebraska says he hasn’t made a choice in the 2024 GOP presidential race yet https://thesarpycounty.com/us-senator-from-nebraska-says-he-hasnt-made-a-choice-in-the-2024-gop-presidential-race-yet/ This story was originally published in the Nebraska Examiner. OMAHA – U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts, D-NB, says he has yet to take sides in the 2024 Republican primary race for president. Ricketts said during Friday’s event to open his Omaha office that he is focused on his new job and his own 2024 competition. He … The post US senator from Nebraska says he hasn’t made a choice in the 2024 GOP presidential race yet appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Man accused of killing Lincoln man in Fonner Park accused of robbery https://thesarpycounty.com/man-accused-of-killing-lincoln-man-in-fonner-park-accused-of-robbery/ Courtesy of the Hall County Department of Corrections LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The 20-year-old man accused of killing a Lincoln man in Fonner Park on Thursday has received further charges, according to court documents. Logan Hunts Horse is now charged with robbery and one other count of using a weapon to commit a felony in … The post Man accused of killing Lincoln man in Fonner Park accused of robbery appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

More charges against Fonner Park murder suspect https://thesarpycounty.com/more-charges-against-fonner-park-murder-suspect/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (Nebraska) – The suspect accused of killing a Fonner Park horse trainer now faces additional charges related to the death. Twenty-year-old Logan Hunts Horse is also now charged with felony robbery and using a deadly weapon to commit a felony. On Friday he was charged with murder and two other counts of … The post More charges against Fonner Park murder suspect appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska bankers weigh in on closures in California, New York https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-bankers-weigh-in-on-closures-in-california-new-york/ Nebraska’s banking industry remains a source of strength and stability. That’s the message the Nebraska Bankers Association conveyed Monday in a press release issued in light of bank closures in California and New York. “(Nebraska banks) maintain strong capital levels and record levels of loan-loss reserves, enabling them to successfully absorb economic shocks,” the association … The post Nebraska bankers weigh in on closures in California, New York appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Northeast Lincoln glass gallery store robbed for the third time in a month https://thesarpycounty.com/northeast-lincoln-glass-gallery-store-robbed-for-the-third-time-in-a-month/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska). A vape shop in northeast Lincoln has been robbed three times in the past month, according to the Lincoln Police Department. Connected: CRIMINALS: Security camera video shows thieves breaking into Lincoln vape shop The latest burglary at The Highest Cloud happened on Saturday at 4:08 am. The LPD said officers were sent … The post Northeast Lincoln glass gallery store robbed for the third time in a month appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Luke Lefever makes an appearance in the Lincoln County Courthouse https://thesarpycounty.com/luke-lefever-makes-an-appearance-in-the-lincoln-county-courthouse/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – A man who spent decades behind bars returned to Lincoln County on Monday afternoon. In June of 2018, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office said Luke Lefever fought with a Dawson County law enforcement officer before stealing a UTV and driving away. A chase ensued in Dawson County and extended into … The post Luke Lefever makes an appearance in the Lincoln County Courthouse appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The wish of a boy from Omaha with a rare heart disease came true https://thesarpycounty.com/the-wish-of-a-boy-from-omaha-with-a-rare-heart-disease-came-true/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Josiah Bailey has hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a rare genetic defect that can only be cured with intensive surgery, leaving him with half of his heart. After nearly a decade of fighting, he is now fine. But Make-A-Wish wanted to give him a gift for his fight. “I was surprised,” Josiah … The post The wish of a boy from Omaha with a rare heart disease came true appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Democrats vs. Civil Liberties, Ending Mandatory Madness, and Other Comments https://thesarpycounty.com/democrats-vs-civil-liberties-ending-mandatory-madness-and-other-comments/ Left to right: Democrats against civil liberties “Civil liberties are officially out of fashion” with Democrats, Racket News’ Matt Taibbi fumed after testifying at a hearing on government as a weapon last week. The top Democrat called two liberal journalist witnesses a “direct threat” while “former Stanford-trained prosecutor” Rep. Dan Goldman “confuses indictment with evidence,” … The post Democrats vs. Civil Liberties, Ending Mandatory Madness, and Other Comments appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Make room for a possible move to the Milton R. Abrahams Library: What’s Happening at Your Local Government March 14 https://thesarpycounty.com/make-room-for-a-possible-move-to-the-milton-r-abrahams-library-whats-happening-at-your-local-government-march-14/ Subscribe to Newsletter for Readers Our wonderful email newsletter will tell you everything you need to know about what’s going on in Omaha. Delivered to your mailbox every day at 11:00. Become a Supporting Member Subscribe to thereader.com and become a local news contributor. We need to pay writers so you can read … The post Make room for a possible move to the Milton R. Abrahams Library: What’s Happening at Your Local Government March 14 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.