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Doris Stokes, originally from Herman, turns 100 on April 20.
Local residents celebrate 100th, 103rd birthdays
Wanda “Midge” Green Wanda Green was born on April 16, 1920, in Herman. Most don’t know her by her birth name, though, but rather her nickname she acquired at a young … more
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Fort Calhoun, Blair and Ponca Hills battled a large brush fire on County Road P51 Friday afternoon.
Fort Calhoun, Blair battle large field fire
Fort Calhoun, Blair and Ponca Hills battled a large field fire  on County Road P51 Friday afternoon. The fire began around 4 p.m.,  and  quickly spread along the county road. The … more
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Seventeen Arlington High School students are heading to the National Leadership Conference following the State Leadership Conference April 3–5..
Arlington FBLA students shine at conference
Arlington FBLA students attended the Nebraska State Leadership Conference April 3-5. Students headed to Kearney to compete in objective testing, case studies and performance events, while … more
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City Council, County Board fill open positions
Philip Green Mayor Mindy Rump appointed Philip Green as the new Blair City Administrator at the regular Blair City Council meeting, April 11. The council approved the appointment with a 6-2 … more
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Fort Calhoun Elementary held its reunification drill Thursday afternoon. Law enforcement and the Fort Calhoun Volunteer Fire Department participate in the drill, making sure students and staff follow the protocols when they move to Schwertley Hall.
School districts address active shooter plans
In the event of an active shooter situation, most schools typically have a plan to make sure students and staff are safe and reunited with their families. There have been 14 school-related … more
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Community members filled the basement of the American Legion Hall in Herman Monday evening to celebrate the legion's 104th birthday.
Community celebrates American Legion’s birthday
The American Legion was created in March 1919, by WWI United States soldiers trying to get home from overseas. Over a century later, community members gathered to celebrate the American … more
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A photo of W.D. Haller looks over the Haller exhibit at the Washington County Museum in Fort Calhoun.
Haller Proprietary Company
Editor's note: This is the second story of a two-part series looking at different items found at the Washington County Museum. On April 17, 1846, William D. Haller was born in East Troy, Wis., … more
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Junior Brooke Hilgenkamp made history for the Arlington FFA program as the junior became the member to bring home an individual state championship. Hilgenkamp captured the state crown in Senior Livestock evaluation..
Historic week for Arlington FFA
Forty-one Arlington FFA (Future Farmers of America) members attended the 95th Nebraska State FFA Convention held in Lincoln, Nebraska March 29–31. While there, members competed in career … more
Cox Communications donated 30 sphere robots to the Fort Calhoun Community Schools Foundation March 30 during an event at the Fort Calhoun Library. Pictured from left, Elementary Principal Drew Wagner, Mayor Mitch Robinson, Nebraska and Iowa Cox Vice President Kim Rowell, Supt. Jerry Green, Cox President Mark Greatrex, Foundation President Melissa Ruge, Foundation Director Don Johnson, Council Member John Kelly and Council Member Nick Schuler.
Cox Communications donates 30 sphere robots to FCCS
The Fort Calhoun Community Schools Foundation received a new way to learn about STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) from Cox Communications.The company donated 30 Sphero robots to … more
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Former Blair activities director pleads guilty to child pornography distribution
A former Blair High School activities director who was found to be in possession of child pornography accepted a plea deal and was found guilty Monday during a plea change hearing at the Roman L. … more
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Ed Shada of Angel's Share speaks to participants during the Washington County Chamber of Commerce's Lunch and Learn Thursday afternoon.
Lunch and Learn group discusses Transformation Hill
Lunch and Learn participants learned about Transformation Hill and possible updates at the former Dana College campus March 23 at the Washington County Chamber of Commerce office. Ed Shada, … more
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At the beginning of class, Cheryl Kanoy and Susan Green prepare a warm-up for tai chi attendees.
St. Paul's hosts free tai chi class
St. Paul's Lutheran Church-goers have been learning the art of balance through a tai chi class taught by Susan Green and Cheryl Kanoy. The class is held every Tuesday evening in the school gym. … more
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From left, Trent Koger, Joe Burns and Gus Burns practice their presentation on American Enterprise Project for the upcoming FBLA SLC in Kearney.
FBLA students prepare for SLC
Arlington FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) students have been diligently practicing for the upcoming State Leadership Conference April 3–5 in Kearney. Teams and individuals will … more
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Dr. Sylvester Andral Kilmer was born in 1840 and died in 1924. His remedies became known around the country during the late 1800s to early 1900s.
Dr. Kilmer’s Swamp-Root, Kidney, Liver and Bladder Remedy
Editor's note: This is the first story of a two-part series looking at different items found at the Washington County Museum. A random item often has quite a bit of history to it. Although it … more
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Samantha, left, and Sophie Thomas perform "Sisters" from "White Christmas" during the Fort Calhoun High School Variety Show Saturday evening.
FCHS hosts Variety Show
Many performers wowed the crowd Saturday and Sunday during Fort Calhoun High School's annual Variety Show. Hosted by Mark Jones, band director, the show featured music performances from several … more
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Crews work to remove trees on the east side of County Road P35 in early preparation for work on the Blair South Bypass.
Blair South Bypass work begins
After a slight delay earlier this year, the Blair South Bypass has officially begun construction. Situated from U.S. Highway 30 to 75, the mile-long project is currently in “Phase I” … more
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The driver of a dump truck did not sustain any injuries following an accident on U.S. Highway 75 Friday afternoon.
Dirt truck loses control on Hwy 75, no injuries reported
The Washington County Sheriff's Office and Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue responded to an accident involving an overturned dirt truck on U.S. Highway 75 near the Douglas County line Friday afternoon. … more
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Arlington FBLA students Kevin Flesner and Bailey Taylor are both state FBLA officers Flesner serves as vice president, and Taylor serves as state parliamentarian.
AHS students represent FBLA at state level
Two Arlington High School students have extended their Future Business Leaders of America experience to the state level. In an “unheard of” occurrence, AHS students Bailey Taylor and … more
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The Jeanette Hunt - Blair Animal Shelter hosted Jordan's Way, a nonprofit organization aimed at helping raise funds for local shelters, on Monday. During the livestreamed events, volunteers and staff members participated in several activities, such as pieing their faces, a tortilla slap fight and sitting in kennels with dogs until they reached a monetary goal within 20 minutes.
Shelter hosts Jordan's Way
The Jeanette Hunt – Blair Animal Shelter was filled with laughter, tortillas and whipped cream pies Monday afternoon as Jordan's Way once again helped raise money towards the shelter's needs. … more
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Deerfield second graders sing, “Dream Your Dreams" during Deerfield's spring concert Tuesday evening in the Blair High School auditorium.
Deerfield presents Nursery Rhymes and Pajama Time
Dressed in pajamas, Deerfield kindergarten through second grade students presented Nursery Rhymes and Pajama Time, which was the title and theme of their annual spring concert in the Lyla Neve … more
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Fort Calhoun High School actors will perform "Into the Woods Jr" April 1 at 7 p.m. and April 2 at 2 p.m. in the gymnasium.
FCHS to perform 'Into the Woods Jr.'
A world of interconnected fairytales will soon entertain the Fort Calhoun community. Fort Calhoun High School will present "Into the Woods Jr." on April 1 at 7 p.m. and April 2 at 2 p.m. in the … more
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Adrienne Cavill was named the new Gateway Development executive director for Washington County.
Adrienne Cavill hired as new Gateway executive director
As someone who is positive about economic development, Adrienne Cavill felt Gateway Development Corporation was her next big calling. Cavill, originally from Kearney, was named the new executive … more
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Teresa Hilton in 1926. She established the first millinery store in Blair in 1871.
Blair the Town Beautiful Revisited: A pioneering businesswoman for Blair
Note: This is the sixth 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 Enterprise publisher. … more
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The Combined Treble Choir performs "Mama Who Bore Me" Tuesday at the Pops Concert.
Annual Pops Concert held March 14
The annual Blair Pops Concert was a potpourri of mostly student-selected and directed entertainment including music, movement and jokes. The evening was a last hurrah for the 2023 Ovation … more
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Former Otte janitor given 8-year prison sentence
An Omaha man who was contracted as a janitor at Otte Blair Middle School and was found to be in possession of nude photos from a minor and sending nude photos to the victim was sentenced to eight … more
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