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The Arlington Elementary students sing "The Brave" by John Riggio Wednesday during the Veterans Day ceremony.
Arlington Public Schools honors veterans during program
The Arlington Public Schools' Veterans Day program focused on one primary theme: "We than me." This saying, said Arlington High School Principal Aaron Pfingsten, represents the sacrifices made … more
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Mickelsen and Blair Halls have been under construction since last year, as they are being turned into 61-bedroom living facilities for the Angels Share program.
Lutheran Family Services acquires Dana campus, discusses plans for future
It made perfect sense for representatives of Lutheran Family Services (LFS) and the former Dana College to partner up. LFS; Ed Shada, president of Angels Share; and Dana alumni announced during … more
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Arbor Park students recite the Pledge of Allegiance during the opening of A Salute to Veterans on Nov. 11.
Veterans Day events scheduled
Blair: The Blair High School Veterans Day program begins on Friday at 11 a.m. Students will be serving treats to guests around 9:30 a.m. Arbor Park Elementarywill hold its Veterans Day … more
The Fort Calhoun High School Concert Choir performed five folk songs during the Fall Concert Thursday evening.
FCHS performs Fall Concert
The Fort Calhoun High School Fall Concert consisted of several folk songs from around the world, as well as a first look at the Phenomenon Show Choir's season. Held Thursday evening in the … more
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Flag detachment retires the colors at sunset as visitors arrive for the Living History Candlelight Tour Saturday at Fort Atkinson.
Fort Atkinson presents Candlelight Tour
As visitors toured the Fort Atkinson Living History tour Saturday evening, the soldiers and fort residents are talking about the end of the Arikara Indian War, the first Indian war west of the … more
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Derek Penner, who plays Ren, and Bailey Domann, who plays Arielle, sing "Almost Paradise."
BHS to perform 'Footloose' for fall musical
A classic tale of standing up for what you believe in, plus lots of dancing, will be performed at Blair High School this week. This year's fall musical will tell the story of "Footloose," based … more
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Blair FFA members visited Damme Good Honey, BabKel Mechanical and Nebraska/Iowa helicopters on their ag tour day.
Blair FFA completed Feed A Farmer event, prepares for upcoming competitions
The Blair FFA team has been busy and will continue to stay busy during the 2023-24 school year. The team completed their annual Feed A Farmer event in late October, and were able to feed 100 … more
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Father Damien Wee, front, traveled with 31 other individuals to the Holy Land on a pilgrimage in early October. During the trip, the ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel began, causing the group to relocate and wait to be flown back to the states.
Fr. Damien Wee returns from the Holy Land amid conflict
Damien Wee, pastor of the Trinity Catholic Parishes of St. Francis Borgia in Blair; St. Patrick in Tekamah and St. John the Baptist Church in Fort Calhoun, and a group of 31 others were all back in … more
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Kids and critters line up for treats at the Blair PTO Trunk or Treat.
PHOTOS: Halloween events in Washington County
Booktoberfest took over the Arlington Auditorium Friday. Arlington natives the Lang Brothers provided the music act during the evening.
Booktoberfest to benefit APL
Guests enjoyed beers, seltzers, ciders and more at the annual Booktoberfest, held Friday at the Arlington Auditorium. The event, hosted by the Friends of the Arlington Public Library, had … more
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Finlan and Rownan Reed published and displayed their stories on the Arlington Public Library's new Local Young Authors' Original Works shelf. The siblings said they enjoy writing and drawing pictures for their books.
Reed siblings display works at APL
Five-year-old Finlan and 8-year-old Rownan Reed have taken their love of reading, writing and drawing and transformed that passion into self-published works. The siblings are the newest authors … more
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The middle school women’s choir sings “Zing a Zah Brazilian Folk Song.”
APS music holds fall concert
The Arlington Public Schools Music Department presented its fall music concert Tuesday evening. The concert featured performances by the middle school band, middle school choir and the high … more
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Arbor Park students move to window as alternate exit as room fills with simulated, non-toxic smoke in the Blair Fire Department's new smoke trailer on Thursday.
BVFD introduces new smoke/weather trailer
A new feature to the Blair Volunteer Fire Department will be utilized to educate kids and adults alike in a hands-on training experience. The fire department recently received a new … more
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Jim Houser of Blair has planted thousands of trees on his property through the Papio NRD's Conservation Tree Program since 2006.
Blair man plants thousands of trees on property
For one Blair resident, trees are an imperative element of his property south of Blair. Jim Houser has been utilizing the Papio NRD Conservation Tree Program for 17 years, where he buys several … more
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MCH mammography technologist discusses importance of early detection
October serves as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Memorial Community Hospital and Health System (MCH) is advocating for people to learn about the importance of scheduling yearly mammograms, … more
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Kevin Willis discusses deployment to Maui during wildfire crisis
For about 17 days, Blair City Council member and former Chief Deputy Washington County Sheriff Kevin Willis and a team of about a dozen Region IV Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team (DMORT) … more
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Kennard Grace United Methodist Church is celebrating 135 years of worship during its harvest dinner this Sunday.
Kennard Grace United Methodist Church celebrates 135 years of worship
Kennard Grace United Methodist Church has seen many generations of families walk into its doors during its 135 years of being open. The church is celebrating this milestone by holding a harvest … more
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Henry Neef, second from left, was honored for 50 years of service at the Blair Volunteer Fire Department banquet Saturday at the Blair Marina. Pictured with Neef, from left, is Chief Joe Leonard, First Assistant Chief Dave Aten and Second Assistant Chief Joe Maguire.
Blair Fire and Rescue holds annual banquet
The Blair Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department’s annual banquet was held to celebrate the yearly accomplishments of the department and its volunteer members. Held at the Blair Marina, the … more
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Hillside Church of Blair members have a long history of attending to worship and spread faith. From left, pastor Chris Heng, Vickie Kern, Joan Andersen, Gloria Jensen, Everett Ball and Mary K. Miller..
Hillside Church celebrates 150 years
For 150 years, Hillside Church of Blair has welcomed longtime and new churchgoers into its home to spread faith and worship. The church is celebrating its century-and-a-half Oct. 22 with … more
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Joe Doyle shows Fort Calhoun preschool students equipment needed on a field truck to fight fires Tuesday morning.
PHOTOS: Fort Calhoun Elementary, St. Paul's Lutheran School participate in Fire Safety Week
A semi driver sustained a few injuries, though not severe, after his truck became jackknifed Thursday afternoon near 25th and Fontenelle streets.
Semi driver not seriously injured in single-vehicle accident
A semi driver was not severely injured after he lost control, causing the vehicle to veer into the shoulder and become jackknifed, near 25th and Fontenelle streets Thursday afternoon. The Blair … more
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Fort Calhoun High School football players ride on a float in the homecoming parade.
FCHS celebrates homecoming
Orange and black filled the streets of Fort Calhoun all weekend during the annual homecoming celebration. Friday began the weekend as the Fort Calhoun High School homecoming parade led Pioneers … more
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Dana alumni gathered at the Danish American Archive and Library Saturday morning for kringle, coffee and conversation.
Dana Homecoming celebrates past, present and future
Dana College’s annual homecoming celebration was full of memories and a look into the near future of the campus’ long-going revitalization project. The two-day homecoming events … more
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Washington County Jesse Carey wears a pink patch and various pink embelishments on his uniform, and also drives a pink Sheriff's Office vehicle during the month of October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month.
Law enforcement dons pink patches for October
The Blair Police Department and Washington County Sheriff's Office is once again showing support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by wearing their pink patches and driving in pink vehicles. The … more
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Jessica Kempcke, who is originally from Ainsworth, attended Dana College, graduating in 2009. In Blair, she met her husband, Nate, and the couple has two daughters.
'An appreciation of life'
In about one year's time, Jessica Kempcke's cancer diagnosis completely changed her outlook on life. Diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2022, Kempcke and her family worked hard to get through … more
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