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Following a fatal accident on Feb. 17 that took the lives of Merry Van Der Hart and her daughter, Esther, and unborn son, Timothy, the Herman and Washington County community have joined together to … more
Note: This story is the first in a three-part series featuring multi-generational teachers in Washington County. When Otte Middle School seventh grade teacher Kathleen Misfeldt got the call that … more
For about a month, Julie Jones has gotten to know the Arlington community and think of big ideas for the library. Jones was named the new Arlington librarian in January, replacing Deb Wesch, who … more
Thomas Bansen, a local blacksmith, has found his craft to be a "spiritual experience." A Blair native, Bansen has been interested in smithing since he was a child, with the help of movies such … more
Two vehicles were involved in an accident Tuesday morning at 10th and Lincoln streets. The Blair Police Department and Blair Fire and Rescue responded to the accident around 9:15 a.m. Officer … more
The Blair Family YMCA held its annual Father/Daughter Dance Friday evening, with a theme of Hollywood red carpet. The Arlington PTO held its Daddy/Daughter dance Saturday evening in the school's … more
The Washington County Sheriff's Office is investigating a single-vehicle accident that occurred Friday around 7 p.m. Two people were pronounced dead at the scene. According to a press release, … more
Every Tuesday morning, a group of a dozen or more retired volunteers gather at the Danish American Archive and Library (DAAL) in Blair to sort through piles and boxes of historic documents and … more
Fort Calhoun Elementary students have already started raising funds for the Kids Heart Challenge. The American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge is held in February, which is National … more
The Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) is investigating an in-custody death in Arlington Friday afternoon. According to a release issued by NSP, an adult man, identified as 38-year-old Donald Moreno, … more
Editor's note: This is the second in a three-part series catching up with the longest tenured teachers at Washington County School Districts. “It doesn’t feel like 27 years, it … more
An certified Platinum and rising country superstar has been slated as this year's Washington County Fair Friday headliner. The fair announced Georgia singer/songwriter Travis Denning as its Friday … more
Editor’s note: This is the fifth in a series of stories looking at Blair both past and present through the book “Blair the Town Beautiful” written by John A. Rhoades, former … more
With many experiences in his pocket, Michael Jensen said joining the military was one of the best decisions he made in his life. After nearly 25 years, Jensen, a sergeant major in the U.S. Army, … more
“Nothing new.” After a month and a half, that's the latest report on an ice jam on the Missouri River that stretches from Blair to Omaha. The ice jam initially occurred before … more
For nearly 8 hours, proponents, opponents and neutral voices of the controversial “heartbeat bill” provided testimony in front of the Nebraska Health and Human Services Committee. … more
Arlington Elementary was filled with excitement during the kickoff to the American Heart Association's annual Kids Heart Challenge Wednesday afternoon. With the theme of Heart Heroes, the … more
Geary Combs dedicated years of his life to aviation both locally and for Nebraska, as a whole. Flying since he was 18 years of age, Combs expressed his love of aviation through service, serving on … more
Efforts in counseling students since the COVID-19 pandemic changed their schooling careers have changed for district staff around the county. The biggest change to local schools is an emphasis … more
The Arlington Public Schools Board of Education hosted a two-hour community meeting to discuss community-interested topics that pertain to the district. More than 40 guests attended the meeting, … more
A new face is representing Omaha Public Power District around Washington County. Dustin Marvel began service as the Government and Community Relations Strategist for OPPD in Washington County … more
Mike Rooks, Executive Director Gateway Economic Development in Washington County, has accepted a new role as the Executive Director of Grow Sarpy in Sarpy County. Rooks, whose last day with … more
When 13-year old Zayling Ott finished her artwork for the Lions Club Peace Poster Contest, she didn’t think too much of it. “I was just like, ‘okay, I’m done with … more
School bus stop arm violations are on the rise for area districts and the dangerous trend has become concerning for school officials and law enforcement officers. Tom Anderson, Director of … more
In his first State of the State address as governor, new Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen outlined the year ahead and what he sees as potential areas of success for the state. First and foremost, Pillen … more
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