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“Wahoo Resource Teacher Goes Beyond Limits to Enhance Learning Experience” https://thesarpycounty.com/wahoo-resource-teacher-goes-beyond-limits-to-enhance-learning-experience/ Wahoo High School’s very own Mrs. Kristal Brabec has been awarded the Golden Apple Award for the month of April 2023. Co-presented by 10/11 and Doane University College of Education, this monthly recognition is given to an outstanding teacher who deserves recognition for their selfless service to their students. Mrs. Brabec, a resource teacher, has … The post “Wahoo Resource Teacher Goes Beyond Limits to Enhance Learning Experience” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Baxter Arena Takes a Trip Down Memory Lane with 90’s Playlist” https://thesarpycounty.com/baxter-arena-takes-a-trip-down-memory-lane-with-90s-playlist/ Vanilla Ice, Juvenile, Trina, Montell Jordan, and All 4 One are bringing back the Nineties with an ultimate throwback experience, titled “My 90’s Playlist”. The event is scheduled to take place on April 29 this year, at the Baxter Arena, starting at 7 p.m. with tickets ranging from $89 to $280. The Nineties witnessed a … The post “Baxter Arena Takes a Trip Down Memory Lane with 90’s Playlist” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska’s proposed tax breaks lack fiscal responsibility https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraskas-proposed-tax-breaks-lack-fiscal-responsibility/ The absence of fiscal conservatism among politicians today has started to become an issue of concern. The phrase once referred specifically to Republicans and the desire to maintain the health of the government’s balance sheet as well as uphold protection against government waste. There seems, though, to be a dwindling number of people in the … The post Nebraska’s proposed tax breaks lack fiscal responsibility appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

MCC holds signing event for students pursuing skilled trade careers. https://thesarpycounty.com/mcc-holds-signing-event-for-students-pursuing-skilled-trade-careers/ Eli Weiss, a local prospect with a passion for precision machining, has drawn significant attention from employers despite not having a star rating. Weiss spoke about his experience with traditional schooling, stating that it “wasn’t [his] thing,” and how he plans to pursue a career in the trade industry with the help of his sponsors. … The post MCC holds signing event for students pursuing skilled trade careers. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Pras Michel of Fugees convicted in political fraud case. https://thesarpycounty.com/pras-michel-of-fugees-convicted-in-political-fraud-case/ Former Fugees rapper, Prakazrel “Pras” Michel, has been found guilty of involvement in multimillion-dollar political conspiracies that spanned two US presidencies. Michel was alleged to have funneled money from Jho Low, a Malaysian financer who is now a fugitive, to straw donors for Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign. The evidence presented in court revealed that … The post Pras Michel of Fugees convicted in political fraud case. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Unwanted guest sneaks into Norfolk unnoticed https://thesarpycounty.com/unwanted-guest-sneaks-into-norfolk-unnoticed/ Northeast Nebraska is not known for having brown recluse spiders around their region. However, Extension educator for Madison, Pierce, and Antelope counties, Wayne Ohnesorg, was surprised to receive a brown recluse spider brought in by a concerned resident from the area in September 2022. Ohnesorg, also known as the “bug guy,” confirmed that people often … The post Unwanted guest sneaks into Norfolk unnoticed appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Detention ruling for Omaha Councilman Palermo and retired OPD captain postponed by judge https://thesarpycounty.com/detention-ruling-for-omaha-councilman-palermo-and-retired-opd-captain-postponed-by-judge/ Three men, including an Omaha City Councilman, are to remain in custody after their detention hearing on Wednesday, according to a ruling by Magistrate Judge Cheryl Zwart. The judge stated that a decision on whether 49-year-old Councilman Vinny Palermo and his co-defendants, retired Omaha Police Capt. Richard “Richie” Gonzalez, 55; and Jack Olson, 66, will … The post Detention ruling for Omaha Councilman Palermo and retired OPD captain postponed by judge appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Detention ruling for Omaha Councilman Palermo and retired OPD captain delayed by judge https://thesarpycounty.com/detention-ruling-for-omaha-councilman-palermo-and-retired-opd-captain-delayed-by-judge/ Three men, including Omaha City Councilman Vinny Palermo, have been ruled in custody until further review of evidence, according to a judgment on Wednesday by Magistrate Judge Cheryl Zwart. A final ruling will be made on Friday which will determine if Councilman Palermo, retired Omaha Police Capt. Richard “Richie” Gonzalez, and Jack Olson, chief fundraiser … The post Detention ruling for Omaha Councilman Palermo and retired OPD captain delayed by judge appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Palermo ousted as council VP; Douglas County delays vote on mental health facility. https://thesarpycounty.com/palermo-ousted-as-council-vp-douglas-county-delays-vote-on-mental-health-facility/ Omaha City Council has removed Councilmember Vinny Palermo as council vice president temporarily, following his indictment for alleged corruption charges. Along with three other defendants, two of whom are former Omaha police officers, Palermo stands accused of defrauding the Latino Peace Officers Association and Police Athletics for Community Engagement. The week-long removal came into effect … The post Palermo ousted as council VP; Douglas County delays vote on mental health facility. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska Lawmakers Support Colleague Amid Conflict of Interest Complaint https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-lawmakers-support-colleague-amid-conflict-of-interest-complaint/ Nebraska lawmakers have stepped forward to defend State Sen. Megan Hunt of Omaha after a complaint was filed against her alleging that she may have a potential conflict of interest regarding proposed restrictions on gender-affirming care for minors. David Begley, an Omaha-based attorney filed the complaint, claiming that Hunt may have a potential financial conflict … The post Nebraska Lawmakers Support Colleague Amid Conflict of Interest Complaint appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Former Omaha officer, councilman in court amidst indictment https://thesarpycounty.com/former-omaha-officer-councilman-in-court-amidst-indictment/ Three high-profile individuals, former Omaha Police Captain Richard Gonzalez, Omaha City Councilmember Vinny Palermo, and fundraiser Jack Olson, were in court on Wednesday to learn if they would remain in jail before a possible trial. However, after a long day at the federal courthouse in Lincoln, Nebraska, no decision was made on whether they would … The post Former Omaha officer, councilman in court amidst indictment appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

San Francisco DA changes stance on charging transient for attack on ex-fire commissioner with crowbar. https://thesarpycounty.com/san-francisco-da-changes-stance-on-charging-transient-for-attack-on-ex-fire-commissioner-with-crowbar/ San Francisco prosecutors have backtracked from their initial decision to drop charges against Garrett Doty, a vagrant who beat former fire commissioner Don Carmignani with a crowbar. This change in direction came shortly after The Post shed light on the prosecution’s apparent plan to let the case slide. On Tuesday, prosecutors had informed Carmignani that … The post San Francisco DA changes stance on charging transient for attack on ex-fire commissioner with crowbar. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Annual Tour Ahead: Singer’s Express and Jazz Machine Get Ready https://thesarpycounty.com/annual-tour-ahead-singers-express-and-jazz-machine-get-ready/ Northeast Community College’s annual spring tour is just around the corner, and the Singer’s Express and Jazz Machine groups are preparing to embark on a combined 2,200-mile journey throughout Nebraska, South Dakota, and Iowa. The tour aims to spread joy and promote Northeast Community College and its programs by bringing music to schools in these … The post Annual Tour Ahead: Singer’s Express and Jazz Machine Get Ready appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

North Dakota restricts restroom access for transgender individuals https://thesarpycounty.com/north-dakota-restricts-restroom-access-for-transgender-individuals/ North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum has signed a new bill into law prohibiting transgender children and adults from accessing bathrooms, locker rooms, or showers that correspond with the gender they identify with in places like college dorms or jails. The American Civil Liberties Union informs that this year alone, more than 450 bills have been … The post North Dakota restricts restroom access for transgender individuals appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Morrill Hall renovation set for May 1 commencement. https://thesarpycounty.com/morrill-hall-renovation-set-for-may-1-commencement/ The University of Nebraska State Museum-Morrill Hall has announced that it will commence a nine-month deferred maintenance and renovation project on May 1, 2021. Despite the construction work, the museum will remain open. The renovation project aims to complete the deferred maintenance approved and funded by the Nebraska Legislature last April. Improvements during the renovation … The post Morrill Hall renovation set for May 1 commencement. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Koterba’s Drawings Highlight Omaha’s Beauty https://thesarpycounty.com/koterbas-drawings-highlight-omahas-beauty/ Renowned cartoonist Jeff Koterba has been captivating readers with his work for as long as he can remember. It all began at the age of five in South Omaha, where he would draw cartoons for a newspaper he created specifically for his parents. Though his readership was limited, he knew from a young age that … The post Koterba’s Drawings Highlight Omaha’s Beauty appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Congressional leaders divided on work requirements for food aid and climate funds in agriculture. https://thesarpycounty.com/congressional-leaders-divided-on-work-requirements-for-food-aid-and-climate-funds-in-agriculture/ Congressional agricultural leaders in the US are divided over work requirements and the distribution of funds for climate projects in a proposed farm bill. At the North American Agricultural Journalists conference, three of the top four congressional agriculture leaders expressed commitment to generating a new farm bill that addresses the needs of rural Americans through … The post Congressional leaders divided on work requirements for food aid and climate funds in agriculture. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Renovations set to begin in May for Nebraska State Museum’s Morill Hall. https://thesarpycounty.com/renovations-set-to-begin-in-may-for-nebraska-state-museums-morill-hall/ The University of Nebraska Lincoln has declared that a renovation for Morrill Hall will begin in May, as stated in a press release. The University of Nebraska State Museum-Morrill Hall has approved and funded a nine-month delayed maintenance and renovation project, commencing on May 1. Despite the ongoing construction, the museum will remain open throughout … The post Renovations set to begin in May for Nebraska State Museum’s Morill Hall. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Yadira Arroyo’s killer receives life sentence without parole https://thesarpycounty.com/yadira-arroyos-killer-receives-life-sentence-without-parole/ The man found guilty of hitting FDNY EMT Yadira Arroyo with her own ambulance in 2017 was sentenced on Wednesday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for committing the crime. Arroyo’s killer, Jose Gonzalez, will never be able to roam the streets again, according to Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh, who released a … The post Yadira Arroyo’s killer receives life sentence without parole appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Possible abduction leads to arrest in Boyd County https://thesarpycounty.com/possible-abduction-leads-to-arrest-in-boyd-county/ A dramatic forced abduction incident that extended across state borders recently concluded with a joint effort between the law enforcement agencies of multiple counties in Nebraska. The suspect, a 25-year-old South Dakota man, was ultimately placed under arrest after leading a 23-year-old South Dakota woman into Nebraska, leading the local authorities on a highway chase, … The post Possible abduction leads to arrest in Boyd County appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha’s Show Wagon reemerges with rebranding and updated appearance https://thesarpycounty.com/omahas-show-wagon-reemerges-with-rebranding-and-updated-appearance/ Omaha, Nebraska has a rich tradition of nurturing young talent through the Show Wagon, which dates back to 1951. The traveling stage provided a platform for kids to showcase their talents in their own neighborhoods. However, the advent of time saw a dwindling of sponsors, which led to the fading away of the iconic Show … The post Omaha’s Show Wagon reemerges with rebranding and updated appearance appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Tecumseh man killed, woman charged with motor vehicle homicide https://thesarpycounty.com/tecumseh-man-killed-woman-charged-with-motor-vehicle-homicide/ Tecumseh Woman Charged with Hit-and-Run and Motor Vehicle Homicide in Death of Johnson County Central Graduate A Tecumseh woman has been charged by the Johnson County Attorney’s Office for leaving the scene of an accident without rendering aid and motor vehicle homicide in connection with the death of Logan Ascheman, a young Johnson County Central … The post Tecumseh man killed, woman charged with motor vehicle homicide appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Library Survey Closes May 1st https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-library-survey-closes-may-1st/ Public libraries have had faced both praises and criticisms, however, as new technologies continue to evolve and the demand for digital media becomes higher, the role of these institutions has been the subject of many debates. Recently, the Omaha public library system, along with several other organizations, developed a survey to better understand the needs … The post Omaha Library Survey Closes May 1st appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

LB 574 Seeks to Avoid Causing Harm in Proposed Legislation https://thesarpycounty.com/lb-574-seeks-to-avoid-causing-harm-in-proposed-legislation/ Legislative Bill 574 has been a topic of heated debate among proponents and opponents regarding what is best for the children and adolescents that the bill addresses. While both sides have good intentions, their division stems from contrasting personal experiences and their interpretation of available information. One such proponent is a physician who began treating … The post LB 574 Seeks to Avoid Causing Harm in Proposed Legislation appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Former Officers Arrests Prompt Douglas County Attorney to Review Cases https://thesarpycounty.com/former-officers-arrests-prompt-douglas-county-attorney-to-review-cases/ Four men, including two former Omaha police officers, have been charged in a public corruption investigation that has raised questions regarding their impact on past investigations. The indictments include allegations that former Omaha Police detective Johnny Palermo interfered in a sexual assault investigation, and that he was influenced to do so by payments from Jack … The post Former Officers Arrests Prompt Douglas County Attorney to Review Cases appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Parents in Texas arrested for tattooing and surgically removing ink from their children’s skin. https://thesarpycounty.com/parents-in-texas-arrested-for-tattooing-and-surgically-removing-ink-from-their-childrens-skin/ A shocking incident has come to light in Texas where a couple has been arrested for tying down their young children and tattooing them, following which they attempted to remove the tattoos by cutting their skin with a blade. Megan and Gunner Farr of Zavalla are accused of restraining their two children with ropes, taping … The post Parents in Texas arrested for tattooing and surgically removing ink from their children’s skin. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

30 Best & Fun Things To Do In Jackson (Mississippi) https://thesarpycounty.com/30-best-fun-things-to-do-in-jackson-mississippi/ Jackson, Mississippi is a historic town in the southern part of the United States. Historically, it’s known as a hub for the Civil Rights Movement, the birthplace of several notable musicians, and home to several significant transportation routes in early America. Some of the city’s most popular historical structures include the Old Capitol building and … The post 30 Best & Fun Things To Do In Jackson (Mississippi) appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Wynot man sent to prison after recent sentencing https://thesarpycounty.com/wynot-man-sent-to-prison-after-recent-sentencing/ Man from Wynot Receives Prison Sentence for Felony Convictions Derek Ehlers, a Wynot resident, has been sentenced to a two-year prison term for a trio of felony convictions by District Judge Bryan Meismer. The conviction includes charges of attempted first-degree domestic assault, attempted possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, and first-degree false imprisonment. … The post Wynot man sent to prison after recent sentencing appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Accused in Fremont hit and run case faces demand for “maximum sentence” from victim’s father. https://thesarpycounty.com/accused-in-fremont-hit-and-run-case-faces-demand-for-maximum-sentence-from-victims-father/ Fremont resident, Marisa Utterback, was charged with eight felony charges, including manslaughter, failure to stop and render aid, and tampering with evidence, five of them for the death of a 27-year-old pedestrian in September. Yashua Martinez of La Vista, who graduated from Georgia Tech, had been missing for several days when his body was found … The post Accused in Fremont hit and run case faces demand for “maximum sentence” from victim’s father. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

“Ali’s OT goal leads Stars to Clark Cup Playoffs win” https://thesarpycounty.com/alis-ot-goal-leads-stars-to-clark-cup-playoffs-win/ The Lincoln Stars have secured a spot in the next round of the 2023 Clark Cup Playoffs following a thrilling come-from-behind victory over Des Moines on Tuesday night. The game was held at the Ice Box and culminated in Brennan Ali’s overtime winner, which gave the home fans a lot to celebrate. Ali’s wrist shot … The post “Ali’s OT goal leads Stars to Clark Cup Playoffs win” appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.