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A major victory took place in Fort Calhoun as the Board of Education unanimously voted to move forward with the track and football field renovation plan at its Feb.13 meeting.
The plan includes …
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2/24/23
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A potential law being discussed in the Nebraska Legislature would relax the state's motorcycle helmet requirements and put the choice in the driver's hands.
Blair Sen. Ben Hansen introduced …
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2/10/23
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With major metro areas in Omaha and Lincoln a short drive away, it's always a big deal when Washington County communities can play host to tournaments that attract teams from the entire state or from …
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2/3/23
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A common reason given why people don't show up to public meetings is because they're afraid their voices and comments won't be heard.
“Why spend an hour or two of my free time if my opinion …
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1/27/23
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Government officials face a lot of scrutiny from the public because they have to make decisions that involve taxpayer dollars and infrastructure used by thousands each day.
They need to walk a …
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1/20/23
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For the last few weeks, the pages of Enterprise Media Group newspapers have featured pictures of new council and board members being sworn in.
This marks the beginning of new leadership stepping …
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1/13/23
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Transparency is key when it comes to taxpayer dollars.
Taxpayers should have the ability to know how their money is being used and this includes the people who are mostly or partially funded by …
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1/6/23
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When we see statistics that test scores in our schools improve, it's easy to celebrate them on the surface.
What sometimes gets lost in the shuffle is the work that it takes to improve …
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12/30/22
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Editor's note: Eight-year-old Virginia O'Hanlon wrote a letter to the editor of the New York Sun. The response was printed as an unsigned editorial Sept. 21, 1897. It was written by veteran newsman …
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12/23/22
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Any time students may need to change buildings is an emotional conversation.
The school building serves as a place where students make once-in-a-lifetime bonds with teachers, meet new friends …
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12/16/22
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Last week marked an important time for area schools and state athletics.
Throughout Nebraska, girls competed in the first sanctioned girls wrestling duels and tournaments. Arlington and Blair were …
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12/9/22
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It's that time of year again.
On Nov. 29, the Washington County Community Foundation and the Washington County Chamber of Commerce will team up for Washington County Gives. Throughout the day, …
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11/25/22
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It's rare to enter a store in Washington County and not see signs of an organization looking to help those in need.
The holiday season is when we see donation efforts, food and gift drives and …
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11/18/22
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Elections matter, even when a Presidential race isn't on the ballot.
Washington County voters proved that with a favorable turnout Tuesday night. Early numbers show nearly 9,000 voters cast …
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11/11/22
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Tuesday is the day to put your social media comments, concerns and criticisms in action.
With spots for Governor, District 16, Blair's mayor, three school boards and Blair City Council on the Nov. …
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11/4/22
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In a little over a week, voters will hit the polls. The process of voting for the candidate of our choice is something that makes our country a special and unique place to live. Aspects of the …
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10/28/22
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Earlier this week, a judge in Lancaster County District Court ruled the metrics of Scott Frost's contract be made public knowledge.
The ruling means the goals, incentives and payment structures …
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10/21/22
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Before you cast your ballot for a particular candidate, consider why you're doing it.
Are you doing it because you've researched, weighed issues of concern against a particular candidate's and …
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10/14/22
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The Nebraska State Fire Marshall’s Office says that there are nearly 15,500 unpaid volunteer firefighters serving in 472 fire departments having a total of 575 stations across the state. As …
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10/7/22
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Sunday begins National Newspaper Week.
The goal of National Newspaper Week is to inform readers across the world why having a newspaper in their community is important. It also celebrates the …
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9/30/22
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It's easy to voice opinions on social media.
All it takes is a couple of keystrokes and a click and it's out there.
But who sees that? Who takes them into consideration? Chances are, it may …
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9/23/22
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The Memorial Community Hospital Auxiliary's Rummage Sale returns full-scale for the first time in two years.
The event, which has been a presence in the community for 60 years, was not held in …
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9/16/22
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Sexuality discussions in public schools has become a controversial topic in the past year as debates as to what should be allowed in classrooms have grown in frequency and hostility.
Northwest …
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9/9/22
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Thursday marked the beginning of September as Suicide Prevention Month.
The month is an annual effort of The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and mental health organizations to raise …
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9/2/22
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A very slight chill is, or at least has been, in the air and students are back in school.
That means fall activities are underway.
The action began last week with softball. Cross-country, …
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8/26/22
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