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Friends and neighbors help with cleanup at the Kobs home along CR 33 Friday.
UPDATE: Curfew in effect in Washington County following tornado
A large tornado hit the Washington County area Friday afternoon. According to the Three Rivers Nebraska Scanner, a tornado emergency was issued around  4 p.m. in Washington County and … more
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A new "Greetings from Blair" mural is now officially completed. The mural is located on Main Street on the side wall of Joseph's Coat/Washington County Food Pantry.
Blair artist creates mural on Washington Street
Motorists coming into town are now being greeted by a mural exemplifying key monuments and landmarks in the city of Blair. The sign reads "Greetings from Blair" in bubble lettering, reminiscent of … more
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Blair City Council to give LB840 money to townhome project
At its Tuesday meeting, the Blair City Council approved making $200,000 in economic incentives available to Midwest Housing Initiatives Inc. to build the first 16 of what could be 28 townhomes at … more
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Randy Backman is pictured with his family at QLI rehabilitation center in Omaha Sunday afternoon. Pictured from left: Sarah, Randy, Jaydyn and Whitley in front.
Randy Backman shares journey following stroke
Randy Backman has been on a long journey since a sudden stroke in January halted his work, family and volunteer life. A fundraiser for Randy, titled Randy's Warriors, is being held Saturday … more
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Several band concerts to close out season
As the school year rapidly comes to an end, the Fort Calhoun High School Instrumental Music Department has four final concerts to share with the community. First will be the Junior High Band … more
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Blair FFA chapter sees success at state conference
At State FFA in Lincoln this past week the Blair FFA chapter had much success. Seven of its seniors received their state degrees, which is the second-highest degree an FFA member can achieve. … more
A ribbon cutting was held Tuesday morning to welcome the opening of the Dana Village apartments. Pictured from left: Ryan Dugdale of RVR Bank, Ed Shada of Angel Share, Ryan Durant of RMDX, Abby Johnson of Lutheran Family Services and Will Major of RMDX.
Dana Village opens with ribbon cutting event
Dana Village is officially open and welcoming new residents. The completion of the 61-bedroom apartment complex, located on the former Dana College campus, was punctuated with a ribbon cutting … more
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Mayor Mindy Rump and mock city council members listen to comments by students.
Third-graders learn about city government
“ Working for the city can be fun,” Human Resources manger Ben Guhl told Arbor Park Elementary School students during their visit to Blair City Hall Thursday.  Guhl suggested … more
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Donna Henton, center, was the recipient of the 2024 Riverview Grange Community Service Award. Pictured with Donna Henton, from left: Grange President Eldon Wulf, John Henton SR., Denise Cada, Kevin Cada and John Raymond Henton..
Donna Henton receives Riverview Grange award
Riverview Grange recently presented historical archivist, advocate and book writer Donna Henton with the Grange Community Service Award. Her long list of accomplishments and service includes writing … more
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Several Friends of the Library members were recognized for 40 years of service. Pictured, from left: Linda Ferring, Kay Martin, Pat Jorgensen and Janice LaPlante in place of her parents, Mary and Gary Dean.
Friends of the Library celebrates 40 years of volunteerism
The Blair Public Library and Technology Center celebrated 40 years of its Friends group Thursday during National Library Week. The group was formed in March 1984 by 21 individuals. As part … more
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Fr. Michael Gutgsell, Fr. Stephen Gutgsell's brother, leads the group in a prayer before dinner is served Saturday evening at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church for the St. John Paul II Classical Academy scholarship fundraiser. The scholarship is being named after Stephen Gutgsell, who was a large supporter of the school and was going to be the school's Latin teacher.
Fundraiser held for St. John Paul II Classical Academy
A scholarship opportunity will assist St. John Paul II Classical Academy students, as well as honor the late Fr. Stephen J. Gutgsell On Saturday evening, guests gathered at St. Francis Borgia … more
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A look at the restrooms/shelter at the Adams Street Plaza.
Fort Calhoun City Council approves speed study, Adams Street Plaza pay application
The Fort Calhoun City Council unanimously approved the revised citywide speed control and pedestrian crossing study during the April 15 regular meeting. The speed study was conducted by JEO … more
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The Blair High School Concert Choir performs in District Music Competition at Elkhorn High School Friday.
District Music competition a showcase of Washington County musical talent
Blair, Fort Calhoun and Arlington instrumental and vocal students took part in District Music Competition at Elkhorn High School on Friday and Saturday. The competition features hundreds of solo … more
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Judson Cloudt as bailiff drags Briana Kermoade as a factory girl out of the courtroom for an outburst while the courtroom looks on. .
'Fighting for change'
Accents, physical confrontations and monologues are just some elements present in Blair High School's spring play "To See the Stars." Set in 1909-10 in New York City, "To See the Stars" is about … more
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A second fire broke out at DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge Monday afternoon. This comes just six days after a lightning strike between Whitetail Drive and Prairie Lane.
Brush fire re-ignited at DeSoto
A brush fire broke out at DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge Monday afternoon. This comes just six days after the initial fire, which was caused by a lightning strike to a dead cottonwood tree on … more
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Construction workers began pouring concrete Monday at the Blair south bypass.
Concrete pouring begins for Blair's south bypass
Construction workers have started pouring concrete for the long-awaited south bypass in Blair. The paving has started on the bypass' connecting point with Highway 75 at 10th Street. The new … more
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Sebastin O'Brien
Little Sioux man charged with murder
Sebastin O'Brien, a 22-year-old from Little Sioux, has been charged with first-degree murder following a vehicle rollover south of Modale on Sunday. O’Brien was identified by the Harrison … more
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Blair school board approves 2024-25 school calendar
The 2024-25 school year calendar approved by the Blair Community Schools Board of Education at the end of a specially called meeting Monday night pushes back the start date by a week for grades K-8, … more
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The limited amount of restaurant, retail and entertainment options in Blair was one of the topics discussed at a recent Blair Housing Authority Committee meeting. Fernando's Cafe & Cantina on Washington Street closed almost two years ago.
Housing committee talks about Blair’s amenities
The number of restaurants, retailers and entertainment options for people living in Blair surfaced as a topic of considerable conversation during the most recent meeting of the city’s Housing … more
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Salad Safari and talent showcase this Sunday in Fort Calhoun
The annual “Salad Safari and talent showcase” will be presented by the Fort Calhoun High School Instrumental Music Department this coming Sunday, April 21. This popular event will begin … more
Tarin Jennings, left, is pictured with Blair High School senior Ruby Gutzmann, the winner of the District of Nebraska Optimist Essay contest.
Local student wins Optimist District Essay Contest
Blair High School senior Ruby Gutzmann recently won the District of Nebraska Optimist Essay contest based on a theme of “Optimism: How It Connects Us." Gutzmann was awarded a $2,500 … more
Justin Jorgensen, left, and Joshua Bayly were sworn in as Blair Police officers at the April 9 Blair City Council meeting.
New officers hired at Blair Police Department
Two new officers were recently sworn in by Mayor Mindy Rump at the April 9 Blair City Council meeting. Joshua Bayly and Justin Jorgensen are both first-time law enforcement officers. They will … more
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Zachary Blackman was appointed as the Sixth Judical District Court judge by Gov. Jim Pillen, following the December retirement of Judge John E. Samson.
Zachary Blackman eager to start judgeship
In his new judgeship role, Zachary Blackman hopes to continue learning and growing in his law career. Blackman was appointed as the new Sixth Judicial District Court judge by Gov. Jim Pillen, … more
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The Arlington High School students named 2024 Midland University Outstanding High School Leaders were, from left, Kolby Tighe, Hailey O'Daniel, Dathan Hansen and Libby Hegemann (not pictured).
Area students honored as Midland University  Outstanding High School Leaders recipients
FREMONT --- Fifty high school juniors from across the area were honored during the 2024 Midland University Outstanding High School Leaders Ceremony & Luncheon, which took place on April … more
BPD officers rescue woman from burning home
Two Blair Police Department officers are being recognized for their efforts in rescuing an older woman from a burning home Tuesday evening. According to a Facebook post, Sgt. Thomas Byrne and … more
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