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Rep. Don Bacon Calls US Strategic Defense ‘Top Priority’ https://thesarpycounty.com/rep-don-bacon-calls-us-strategic-defense-top-priority/ WASHINGTON (Nebraska) – Nebraska State Representative Don Bacon spoke from Washington on Friday and said the size and power of Russia’s nuclear forces, as well as China’s efforts to match our strategic deterrence, have become his top priority. “I’m going to make it a top priority, frankly, a number one priority, to ensure that we … The post Rep. Don Bacon Calls US Strategic Defense ‘Top Priority’ appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Drought hits 98% of Nebraska: what you can do to help https://thesarpycounty.com/drought-hits-98-of-nebraska-what-you-can-do-to-help/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Nebraska is dry, so dry that 1.8 million people in Cornhusker State suffer from water shortages. “So if we go to Douglas County, you can go deep into it and see right now that 100% of Douglas County is in drought,” says climate scientist Brian Fuchs from the University of Nebraska … The post Drought hits 98% of Nebraska: what you can do to help appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Two ‘Heart-Healthy’ Lunches Recommended by a Registered Dietitian to Help Lower Cholesterol https://thesarpycounty.com/two-heart-healthy-lunches-recommended-by-a-registered-dietitian-to-help-lower-cholesterol/ “Too much saturated fat in your diet can increase your body’s levels of ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol,” Garton said. Excess cholesterol can lead to heart disease and increase the risk of stroke or heart attack. “Reducing your intake of saturated fats and switching to healthy unsaturated fats can help control your cholesterol levels,” Garton added. This … The post Two ‘Heart-Healthy’ Lunches Recommended by a Registered Dietitian to Help Lower Cholesterol appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘We need new leadership’: Lincoln’s Republican mayoral candidates discuss plans https://thesarpycounty.com/we-need-new-leadership-lincolns-republican-mayoral-candidates-discuss-plans/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — The Lancaster County Republican Party held a forum Friday night for Lincoln voters to learn about their mayoral candidates. Lincoln’s police force and water resources were two of the main topics of discussion at the event. “If I had to single out one thing as the overarching issue that needs to … The post ‘We need new leadership’: Lincoln’s Republican mayoral candidates discuss plans appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Shelton’s boys’ basketball is unable to dethrone the defending D2 champs https://thesarpycounty.com/sheltons-boys-basketball-is-unable-to-dethrone-the-defending-d2-champs/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — The semifinal round of the NSAA Class D2 State Men’s Basketball Tournament began Friday in Lincoln. No. 2 Shelton faced No. 3 Parkview Christian, the defending state champion in the class. The Bulldogs kept it close early, trailing by single digits at halftime. However, the Patriots offense exploded in the second … The post Shelton’s boys’ basketball is unable to dethrone the defending D2 champs appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Crumbl Cookies are a sweet addition to the Lincoln. https://thesarpycounty.com/crumbl-cookies-are-a-sweet-addition-to-the-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The grand opening of the new Crumbl Cookies restaurant took place Friday morning. The new business is located at 60 and O Streets. Sweet-tooths from all over the city were queuing at the door, waiting for their big homemade biscuits. People hoped that a store would open in Lincoln, since the … The post Crumbl Cookies are a sweet addition to the Lincoln. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Reaching one classroom at a time EP:14 https://thesarpycounty.com/reaching-one-classroom-at-a-time-ep14/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – The North Platte Public Schools Foundation and Fat Dogs have partnered and awarded REACH Grant No. 14 to Mrs. Hana Thomas. Thomas works as a behavior specialist at Cody Elementary, where he wants to use the funds for his “No Timeout Project”. The North Platte Public School District has the … The post Reaching one classroom at a time EP:14 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

‘We all own this space’: Skateboarders have been asked to contribute to Lynch Park’s revitalization effort. https://thesarpycounty.com/we-all-own-this-space-skateboarders-have-been-asked-to-contribute-to-lynch-parks-revitalization-effort/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — For those outside the local community, skateboarding may seem like just a hobby, but for skateboarders like Brenton Gomez, skating and the parks where you skate is a home away from home. “I see myself in a lot of the skateboarders that are coming out now that maybe don’t have a … The post ‘We all own this space’: Skateboarders have been asked to contribute to Lynch Park’s revitalization effort. appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Drivers Adjust to 156th Street Expansion Project https://thesarpycounty.com/drivers-adjust-to-156th-street-expansion-project/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — The project to widen and upgrade 156th Street south of Dodge to the Pacific Ocean began in 2018, and we first saw an artist render the plan four years ago. Heavy traffic in a growing suburban area stretching from Millard North to Bennington has had a devastating impact on the road … The post Drivers Adjust to 156th Street Expansion Project appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Highlights and scores from day three of the Nebraska Men’s Basketball Tournament https://thesarpycounty.com/highlights-and-scores-from-day-three-of-the-nebraska-mens-basketball-tournament/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — Day three of the 2023 Men’s State Basketball Tournament concluded on Friday. The tournament kicked off on Wednesday and will run until Saturday when a champion will be crowned. Here are Friday’s results: Class A Bellevue West 74, Westside 41 Millard North 54, Gretna 52 Class B Skutt Cattolica 57, Crete … The post Highlights and scores from day three of the Nebraska Men’s Basketball Tournament appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

SEM men’s basketball fails to upset state semifinals https://thesarpycounty.com/sem-mens-basketball-fails-to-upset-state-semifinals/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) — The semifinal round of the NSAA Class D2 State Men’s Basketball Tournament began Friday in Lincoln. No. 5 Sumner-Eddyville-Miller faced No. 1 Wynot at Devaney Center. The Mustangs made the game interesting, but the Blue Devils persevered late and earned a 53-50 victory. SEM had a chance to equalize at the … The post SEM men’s basketball fails to upset state semifinals appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Vaping can cause premature aging and acne – skin specialist warns of risks associated with e-cigarettes https://thesarpycounty.com/vaping-can-cause-premature-aging-and-acne-skin-specialist-warns-of-risks-associated-with-e-cigarettes/ The health risks associated with smoking tobacco cigarettes have been well known for decades. Quitting smoking is usually one of the top tips shared by doctors and health authorities when it comes to reducing the chances of various conditions such as heart disease, strokes and lung cancer. Initially, it was thought that e-cigarette vaping could … The post Vaping can cause premature aging and acne – skin specialist warns of risks associated with e-cigarettes appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln man killed in two-vehicle collision in southwest Omaha https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-man-killed-in-two-vehicle-collision-in-southwest-omaha-2/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A Lincoln man was killed in a two-vehicle collision Friday afternoon. Shortly before 2:30 p.m., Omaha police officers were sent into an accident on 96th and 1st streets. OPD tells 6 News that a Ford Focus passed a stop sign at the intersection. The Ford was then hit by a southbound … The post Lincoln man killed in two-vehicle collision in southwest Omaha appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Crumbl Cookies brings a sweet addition to Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/crumbl-cookies-brings-a-sweet-addition-to-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A new headquarters of Crumbl Cookies was inaugurated on Friday morning. The new business is located at 60th and O street. Customers with a sweet tooth from all over the city lined up outside the door waiting for their big homemade cookie creation. People were hoping for a place to open … The post Crumbl Cookies brings a sweet addition to Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Take time to smile: NASA’s Curiosity rover reveals what a sunset looks like on Mars https://thesarpycounty.com/take-time-to-smile-nasas-curiosity-rover-reveals-what-a-sunset-looks-like-on-mars/ Wouldn’t it be nice to see a species that can’t be found anywhere else on earth? NASA can definitely say yes after seeing what a sunset looks like on Mars. Published at 21:36, March 10, 2023 and last update 2023-03-10 22:36:42-05 Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, … The post Take time to smile: NASA’s Curiosity rover reveals what a sunset looks like on Mars appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln man killed in two-vehicle collision in southwest Omaha https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-man-killed-in-two-vehicle-collision-in-southwest-omaha/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — A Lincoln man was killed in a two-vehicle collision Friday afternoon. Shortly before 2:30 p.m., Omaha police officers were sent into an accident on 96th and 1st streets. OPD tells 6 News that a Ford Focus passed a stop sign at the intersection. The Ford was then hit by a southbound … The post Lincoln man killed in two-vehicle collision in southwest Omaha appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Gunman shoots man in face near Queens Park: cops https://thesarpycounty.com/gunman-shoots-man-in-face-near-queens-park-cops/ Police said a man was shot in the face in Queens Friday night. The mysterious shooter pulled the trigger on his 37-year-old male victim around 8 p.m. at 130th Street and 9th Avenue at College Point, an intersection that is at the entrance to Powell Cove Park. A man with a single gunshot wound was … The post Gunman shoots man in face near Queens Park: cops appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Iowa’s DeSantis says GOP stance in culture wars will help win election https://thesarpycounty.com/iowas-desantis-says-gop-stance-in-culture-wars-will-help-win-election/ Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis told Iowa Republicans Friday that resilience in the culture wars over issues like education, criminal justice and health care in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic will help their party win the election. DeSantis, along with Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, spoke with more than 600 Iowans at the Elwell Family Meal … The post Iowa’s DeSantis says GOP stance in culture wars will help win election appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln man killed after missing stop sign in downtown Omaha, police say https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-man-killed-after-missing-stop-sign-in-downtown-omaha-police-say/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – A Lincoln man died after a two-vehicle crash in downtown Omaha on Friday, police say. Omaha Police Department says officers were called to an incident on 96th and I Street shortly before 2:30 p.m. Police think an eastbound Ford Focus missed an intersection stop sign and was hit by a southbound … The post Lincoln man killed after missing stop sign in downtown Omaha, police say appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The mayor of Hastings teaches his students about foreign policy https://thesarpycounty.com/the-mayor-of-hastings-teaches-his-students-about-foreign-policy/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – A new class at Hastings College is teaching students about war and how the next one might start. The class is led by Hastings Mayor Corey Stutte. The core of the class is a game that students play in the last week of the course. It puts students in the shoes … The post The mayor of Hastings teaches his students about foreign policy appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Nebraska K9 Patrol Officers Get New Safety Vests https://thesarpycounty.com/nebraska-k9-patrol-officers-get-new-safety-vests/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – The Nebraska State Patrol K9 has received new bulletproof and stab resistant vests from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., a non-profit organization. The potentially life-saving vests provided to NSP K9 officers are made in the USA, custom-fitted and NIJ-certified. The NSP K9s who received the new vests through a charitable donation … The post Nebraska K9 Patrol Officers Get New Safety Vests appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Protector of historic Capitol building on paid leave pending investigation into pre-banquet altercation https://thesarpycounty.com/protector-of-historic-capitol-building-on-paid-leave-pending-investigation-into-pre-banquet-altercation-3/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska Examiner) – The Nebraska State Capitol’s top advocate for the preservation of historic properties has been accused of being too defensive. Bob Ripley, the longtime Capitol administrator, is on paid leave pending an investigation into an altercation before the annual State Day dinner on Saturday. A Nebraska State Patrol spokesman confirmed an … The post Protector of historic Capitol building on paid leave pending investigation into pre-banquet altercation appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Can big new brands come to Gretna’s entertainment district? Nebraska bill seeks to attract development https://thesarpycounty.com/can-big-new-brands-come-to-gretnas-entertainment-district-nebraska-bill-seeks-to-attract-development/ GRETNA, Nebraska (Nebraska) — Ikea, Crate and Barrel and Restoration Hardware are brands that are not yet available in an area that developers dream of in Gretna, says Nebraska State Senator Lou Ann Linehan. Linehan of Elkhorn says she passes through the Nebraska intersection at Interstate 80 and Highway 31 every day on her way … The post Can big new brands come to Gretna’s entertainment district? Nebraska bill seeks to attract development appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The Queen’s Legacy Mural Expands With New Faces of Omaha Murder Victims https://thesarpycounty.com/the-queens-legacy-mural-expands-with-new-faces-of-omaha-murder-victims/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – On North 24th Street in Omaha, you’ll find a mural called The Queen’s Legacy. In the center of Jamaila Hesseltin. She is surrounded by four other women: Jasmine Harris, Janey Hadan, Latecia Fox, and Jaquela Foster. Each of their lives was taken with gunfire, and their murders remain unsolved. Also on … The post The Queen’s Legacy Mural Expands With New Faces of Omaha Murder Victims appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

The board game festival occupies the Cornhusker Hotel in Lincoln https://thesarpycounty.com/the-board-game-festival-occupies-the-cornhusker-hotel-in-lincoln/ LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska) – The Great Plains Game Festival is taking over the Cornhusker Hotel this weekend. Thousands of visitors are expected to attend the three-day event, which features a wide variety of board games and RPGs such as Dungeons and Dragons. The event serves as a fundraiser for the Great Plains Gaming Project, which … The post The board game festival occupies the Cornhusker Hotel in Lincoln appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Clouds, precipitation to start the weekend, but the sun is coming https://thesarpycounty.com/clouds-precipitation-to-start-the-weekend-but-the-sun-is-coming/ HASTINGS, Neb. (Nebraska) – Another weather system tracking the Dakotas will bring early weekend precipitation across the state of Cornhusker. A drizzle will develop in the pre-dawn hours on Saturday as temperatures hover on either side of freezing. Areas north of Grand Island will see periods of freezing drizzle that could make causeways such as … The post Clouds, precipitation to start the weekend, but the sun is coming appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

New devices help burn patients perform simple tasks at CHI Health St. Elizabeth https://thesarpycounty.com/new-devices-help-burn-patients-perform-simple-tasks-at-chi-health-st-elizabeth/ LINCOLN, Nebraska (Nebraska) – CHI Health St. Elizabeth has unveiled a new high-tech device that helps patients recovering in a burn unit complete simple tasks and regain their independence. Treatment of burns is usually not a quick process, and patients are usually in the hospital for days or weeks, unable to do anything. The new … The post New devices help burn patients perform simple tasks at CHI Health St. Elizabeth appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Lincoln County natives Tucker and Cooper White compete for $1,000,000 https://thesarpycounty.com/lincoln-county-natives-tucker-and-cooper-white-compete-for-1000000/ NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (Nebraska) – A pair of Lincoln County natives are in the running for big bucks at a Texas rodeo. Tucker and Cooper White are team players from Hershey. The duo were the first team out on Thursday night at the US Contender Finals and finished with a time of 4.23 to take … The post Lincoln County natives Tucker and Cooper White compete for $1,000,000 appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

Omaha Police Investigate Fatal Friday Afternoon Crash near 96th and I https://thesarpycounty.com/omaha-police-investigate-fatal-friday-afternoon-crash-near-96th-and-i/ OMAHA, Neb. (Nebraska) — Omaha police are investigating a crash Friday afternoon that killed a Lincoln man and injured an Omaha woman. Here’s what we know from the police: At 2:27 p.m., officers were called in connection with a report of an accident on 96th Street, and the I St. reported that a 2007 Ford … The post Omaha Police Investigate Fatal Friday Afternoon Crash near 96th and I appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.

QR codes are gaining popularity in Omaha https://thesarpycounty.com/qr-codes-are-gaining-popularity-in-omaha/ OMAHA, Nebraska (Nebraska) – QR codes – you’ve probably heard of them and even used them. Now it seems that the wavy square is everywhere. They help us get jobs, make new friends, report crime, show up on time, not to mention order food and even pour ourselves a drink. “Based on recent data, the … The post QR codes are gaining popularity in Omaha appeared first on The Sarpy County, Nebraska, News.