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Katie Schultis of Three Rivers Health Department discusses air and water quality during a Lunch and Learn at Memorial Community Hospital and Health System Tuesday afternoon.
Lunch and Learn focuses on water, air quality
A Memorial Community Hospital and Health System (MCH) Lunch and Learn focused on the quality of air, water and life around Washington County and surrounding areas and what residents can do to prevent … more
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William P. Collins
BREAKING: Suspect arrested, charged in Fort Calhoun homicide
A suspect has been identified, arrested and charged with killing 71-year-old Linda Childers at her home in Fort Calhoun on Aug. 14. An arrest warrant was filed for William Paul Collins, 30, who … more
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Sheryl and Gary Denison attended a Nebraska Husker game and sat in a skybox, which was a bucket list for Gary, a huge Husker fan.
'He was a one-of-a-kind guy'
A longtime Arlington resident, Gary Denison was known for his love of God, country, family, friends and freedom. Gary died on Aug. 16, following a battle with a terminal illness at age 69. … more
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Around 45 runners/walkers participated in the HOME FUNdraiser Saturday morning.
HOME hosts first fundraiser
The first Arlington HOME (Helping Others with Medical Equipment) FUNdraiser saw 45 participants running or walking one or three miles bright and early Saturday morning. The FUNdraiser will … more
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A map provided by Fort Calhoun City Engineer Lucas Billesbach outlines the locations for a proposed street study, which was approved by the City Council to be conducted.
Fort Calhoun to conduct citywide street study
The Fort Calhoun City Council approved 2-1 to conduct a citywide speed control and pedestrian crossing study Aug. 23 during its meeting. Member Andy Bowser voted against the motion. The meeting … more
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The Arlington cross country team makes their way down the parade route Sunday evening.
PHOTOS: AHS Homecoming Parade
Penny Vogt speaks to the FFA Alumni and Supporters organization potential members Monday evening at Arlington High School.
FFA Alumni and Supporters group kicks off
The Arlington High School FFA Alumni and Supports organization kicked off with its first meeting Monday evening. Parents, grandparents, alumni and community members met at the high school to … more
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Blair school board approves adjusted Arbor Park bathroom plan
The Blair Community Schools Board of Education passed an updated plan to bring restrooms to the kindergarten classrooms at Arbor Park at its regular meeting Aug. 14. The original plan called for … more
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Pumpkins at Camp Fontanelle were planted on the north property this year.
Pumpkin patches give update to crops, prepare for season
Compared to last year, Skinny Bones’ and Camp Fontanelle’s pumpkin patches have a more positive outlook on its crops, though a lack of rainfall at the beginning of planting season was … more
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One Buddy Box donation is placed at the Washington County Community Foundation office. Ten other businesses are participating in the donation boxes.
Optimist Club introduces Buddy Boxes program
The Blair Optimist Club rolled out its newest program to help students receive necessary items throughout the school year. Buddy Boxes will be distributed at several businesses in Blair, where … more
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Third grade teacher Jennifer Fangmeier greets family members at Deerfield on Back to School Night.
Welcome back!
Teachers and staff members welcomed families of elementary school students to the reconfigured K-5 Deerfield and Arbor Park Schools Tuesday evening for back to school open house.  On … more
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Preliminary school budget projects tax levy decrease
Preliminary budget numbers presented to the Arlington Public Schools Board of Education indicate the district could see a 16-cent decrease in its overall tax levy for the 2023-24 budget year.  … more
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Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War members with Blair VFW Post 1251 Commander Chad Kuchta pictured following the Last Union Veteran in Washington County tribute on Saturday at the Blair Cemetery.
Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War honor Washington County veteran
The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War paid tribute to Last Union Veteran of Washington County Asa Dixon at the Blair Cemetery on Saturday. The Last Soldier of the County project honors the … more
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The Blair Public Library Foundation's amphitheater design as rendered by JEO Consulting Group. The amphitheater is set to be located on the south end of Generations Park.
Blair Library Foundation provides insight to amphitheater project
The Blair Public Library (BPL) Foundation's proposed amphitheater is slowly becoming a reality. The amphitheater, which is set to be located on the south eastern end of the up-and-coming … more
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An elderly woman has been pronounced dead as a result of a homicide at her home in Fort Calhoun.
BREAKING: Sheriff's Office rules Fort Calhoun death a homicide
A suspicious death Monday morning has been ruled a homicide by the Washington County Sheriff's Office and the Douglas County Crime Lab, according to a press release from Washington County Sheriff … more
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A death investigation is currently underway at a home in Fort Calhoun on County Road P43. The Sheriff's Office has blocked off the county road Monday morning.
Update: WCSO searching for stolen vehicle in relation to suspicious death in Fort Calhoun
The Washington County Sheriff's Office and Douglas County Sheriff's Department are investigating the death of an elderly woman near Fort Calhoun on County Road P43 Monday morning. Sheriff Mike … more
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Amanda Radke speaks to the Long Live Women in Ag conference participants Tuesday at the Blair Marina.
Inaugural Women in Ag conference held at Blair Marina
Women in the agriculture industry gathered at the Blair Marina Tuesday evening to hear from guest speaker Amanda Radke and discuss the unique challenges of being in the business of ag, while also … more
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A pair of wire rimmed glasses with temples that curve around the ears (top) and the frame to a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses (bottom).
Looking at history through the lenses of vintage eyewear
Editor’s note: This is part of the ongoing series “Mysteries at the Museum” featuring different items found at the Washington County Museum. Eyes are popularly known to be … more
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APS introduces Alpaca program
Arlington Public Schools is showing its appreciation for its teachers through a new program aimed at providing teachers with needs and wants for their classroom. The Alpaca project, started in … more
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Nancy Gillis speaks about the five Native tribes of Nebraska Saturday at Fort Atkinson.
Speaker discusses five Native American tribes of Nebraska
Nancy Gillis began her presentation by greeting guests in a Native language: first by calling on The Creator to be present, then introducing the tribe and clan she belongs to and then by her name. … more
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A steer purchased at the Washington County Fair auction will be donated and processed free-of-charge to provide more than 1,100 pounds of meat to the Washington County Food Bank. Pictured in the front is market heifer exhibitor Hadley Grabbe amd Tyler Thompson..
Over 1,100 pounds of meat donated to food pantry at fair auction
A steer purchased at the Washington County Fair auction will be donated and processed free-of-charge to provide more than 1,100 pounds of meat to the Washington County Food Bank.  The … more
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The proposed city trail system connecting from Fort Calhoun High School to Fort Atkinson.
City of Fort Calhoun awarded $2.7 million grant for trail system
The City of Fort Calhoun received a Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) Transportation Alternatives Project (TAP) grant to help connect its trails and provide safe transportation … more
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FFA kicks off Alumni and Supporters organization
The Arlington High School FFA program will introduce a new way of supporting its growing program on Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. at the high school during the Alumni and Supporters Kick-Off event. The … more
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Wednesday's Demo Derby and concert canceled due to rain
Due to heavy rainfall Wednesday morning, the Washington County Fair announced it will be cancelling the evening's Demolition Derby and Lemon Fresh Day concert. A statement was provided by Fair … more
Amber Hosch
Blair daycare provider named Early Childhood Champion
Amber Hosch of Sprout Family-Centered Childcare was one of two providers named an Early Childhood Champion in the state of Nebraska. To earn this award, Hosch was selected by Nebraska Early … more
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