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Board of Supervisors roundup, Nov. 14
Motor graders approved The Washington County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved financing of two John Deere motor graders with U.S. Bank during its regular meeting Nov. 14. … more
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Blair council adjusts future land use map
The Blair City Council made several changes to the city’s future land use map in the area near 10th Street and U.S. Highway 75 during its regular meeting Tuesday night in the council chambers. … more
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Blair school board to remain at 8 members
The Blair Community Schools Board of Education will remain at eight members after a discussion to reduce it to seven seats.  The board at its regular meeting Nov. 13 moved to keep the board … more
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Blair City Council Roundup, Nov. 14
The Blair City Council removed a barrier that could help the city’s housing shortage during its regular meeting Tuesday in the council chambers.  The council voted 5-0 to amend zoning … more
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14-year-old sentenced to probation for filming sexual assault
One teenager was sentenced to a lengthy probation term Thursday in Washington County Juvenile Court for his involvement in a sexual assault case. Cole Woods-Flynn, 14, pleaded guilty to … more
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Christmas lights to be recycled at Washington County Recycling Center
Washington County and Blair citizens have the opportunity to recycle working and non-working Christmas tree lights. Beginning now and lasting until and including Saturday, Jan. 6, the Washington … more
Following the Arlington Mom Prom earlier this month, the group provided a $4,000 check donation to the Jeanette Hunt - Blair Animal Shelter, as well as numerous supplies, on Tuesday. Pictured from left, Cheryl Stevens, Jenny Eriksen, Heather Fastenau, Laurel Lang, Rachel Preissler and Mandi Lang.
Arlington Mom Prom donates $8,000 to Blair shelter, Old Poor Farm
The annual Arlington Mom Prom was able to collect several thousand dollars to help two local animal care-related businesses. There were 150 ladies in attendance at the fifth annual Mom Prom two … more
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The 2024 Historic Picture Calendar for the Washington County Museum and the Blair Historic Preservation Alliance.
2024 Historic Picture Calendar announced
The Washington County Museum and the Blair Historic Preservation Alliance have joined communities in the county on a historic sign project. The project highlights the history of each of the … more
Kolby Tighe, who plays Chris, and Emily Marcucci, who plays Sandra, act out a scene during rehearsals of "The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong" on Nov. 7.
All goes awry in upcoming AHS one-act
Many mistakes, set errors and unintentional gags will be had during Arlington High School's annual one-act performance. The group will perform "The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong," which Director … more
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The third annual Vets Basket community donation was held Thursday around Washington and Harrrison counties. Several goodie bags were distributed to veterans and their spouses. Larry Kusek of the Fort Calhoun American Legion was one of the helpers at Autumn Pointe.
Vets Baskets distributed throughout county
Staff reports There were many smiles had during the third annual Vets Baskets community service campaign Thursday, as Washington County representatives and the Omaha Federal Credit Union made … more
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Roland Rasmussen (far right) is this year’s recipient of a large patriotic quilt hand crafted by the Blair Bunch quilting group. The the group has been crafting and presenting the quilts to honored veterans for the past ten or more years...
American Legion honors veterans
The Blair Bunch quilters presented Roland Rasmussen with a large hand crafted patriotic quilt during the Post 154 American Legion Veterans day presentation Saturday.  Rasmussen joined the … more
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Drew Wagner, Fort Calhoun Elementary principal and first sergeant of the 380th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron with the Iowa Air National Guard, provided a special message to students, veterans, families and staff during the Fort Calhoun Veterans Day ceremony Friday morning. Wagner was deployed in late 2021 through April 2022 at the Al Dhafra Air Base in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Fort Calhoun hosts Veterans Day ceremony
The large Garrison flag was hung proudly over the gymnasium during the Fort Calhoun Veterans Day ceremony Friday morning. Organized by Fort Calhoun High School SkillsUSA members, the event … more
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The Blair VFW 1251 Color Guard marches down the Blair High School gymnasium to post the Colors Friday during the Veterans Day ceremony.
Blair High School honors veterans during ceremony
The Blair High School Veterans Day ceremony on Friday was held to show respect to veterans in attendance and also educate students on the importance of service. Students stood to show respect to … more
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Pam and Barry Ashley closed down Blair 3 Theaters in October. The couple has owned and operated the theater since purchasing it from its previous owner in 2001.
Blair theater closes after 20+ years
For 20 years, Blair 3 Theaters premiered the latest and most popular movies for Blair, Washington County and surrounding areas. Owners Barry and Pamela Ashley decided it was time to hang up the … more
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Students meet and thank their special veterans following the presentation.
Arbor Park holds Veterans Day event
Arbor Park Elementary students put on a welcoming performance for veterans and their families Friday during their annual Veterans Day program held in the gymnasium. The event featured lots of … more
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White-lit trees provided a wintery walkway to activities at the Tannenbaum.
Tannenbaum scheduled for this Thursday
The annual Tannenbaum Festival will take place this Thursday from 5–7 p.m., solidifying the start of the holiday season for Blair. The third annual Tannenbaum is organized by the City of … more
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UPDATED: Sheriff's Office identifies victim of fatality accident
The Washington County Sheriff's Office reported a fatality accident that occurred Tuesday near 1 a.m. via a press release. A deputy came across a wrecked vehicle in a field on County Road P51 … more
Sean Casey is a seven-year member of the Benson Sons of The American Legion Squadron No.112, located in Omaha. At age 13, Sean is the youngest officer in the State of Nebraska, serving as the detachment chaplain for The Sons of The American Legion Detachment of Nebraska.
Blair student, father represent Sons of the American Legion at annual conference
Otte Blair Middle School seventh-grader Sean Casey and his father, Chris, represented The Sons of The American Legion Detachment of Nebraska at the 2023 Washington Conference held in D.C. in … more
Bill Smutko pictured with his anthology, "Vietnam Tales." Inside are several short stories Smutko has written, based on his and others' experience during the Vietnam War.
Bill Smutko discusses 'Vietnam Tales'
Bill Smutko's interest in writing began as a catharsis. Serving during the Vietnam War with the United States Army from January 1967 until June 1973, Smutko said writing helped heal him from his … more
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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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From left, Blair High School FFA Vet Science team Mason Stoddard, Somer Schultz, Katelyn Mitchell and Kathryn Picton on day one of the National FFA Competition. The competition took place at the Indiana State Fair Grounds, where the group placed fourth in their category.
Blair FFA places fourth in the nation in Vet Science CDE, American Degree recipient 
Five Blair FFA students represented Nebraska FFA at the 96th National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind., last week.   Mason Stoddard, Kathryn Picton, Somer Schultz and Katelyn … more
Library to host speaker Charlotte Endorf
The Blair Public Library and the Friends of the Blair Public Library are excited to announce they are sponsoring popular speaker Charlotte Endorf who will be presenting Nebraska Spirit: The North … more
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
Mike Freburg of Washington County was paralyzed from the chest down following a Staph infection in May. A spaghetti dinner benefit will be held on Nov. 19 to help offset medical costs following the infection.
Spaghetti fundraiser to benefit man paralyzed following Staph infection
A spaghetti dinner benefit will be held to raise funds for Washington County resident Mike Freburg. The event will be held on Nov. 19 at Schwertley Hall in Fort Calhoun, 215 N. 13th St., from … more
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