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The Fort Calhoun Elementary cast and crew fill the stage to take a bow during the talent show Wednesday morning.
PHOTOS: Fort Calhoun Elementary Talent Show
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Pictured is the Dollar General Distribution Center, located on the south side of Blair.
Dollar General Dist. Center continues to grow
The Dollar General Distribution Center is continuing to hire and complete the final stages of construction. Christie Carson of Dollar General's HR operations said the main focus of the center is … more
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Alice Thomas, who plays Graciela in Blair High School's spring play "Artiface," reads the cards and predicts that gun shots will be fired. From left, Adi Kunz as Diana, Ruby Gutzmann as Judith Fontaine, Bailey Domann as Cynthia, Austin Back as Richard, Jacob Lamoureux as Payne Showers, Thomas as Graciela reading cards, Gavin Beal as Trent Matlock, Jacinta Flynn as Emma, Olivia Nelson as Maggie La Rue and Sam Lager as Mick Fitzgerald. .
BHS brings the humor with spring production ‘Artifice’ 
Blair High School’s spring production sets the stage for a night of humor with the comedy “Artifice.”  Opening night is March 16 at 7 p.m. Performances will also take place … more
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Donna Henton, local author, displays her latest book, "If These Houses Could Talk," set to release March 11. The book is the third volume in a series of historical non-fiction books exploring the Blair's history.
Blair author releases third book  
Donna Henton, Blair native and author of “If These Bricks Could Talk” volumes 1 and 2, is releasing a third installment to the series, “If These Houses Could Talk.” The … more
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Fort Calhoun third grade teacher Lindsay Benoit followed in her Lyle Joslin's, her father, footsteps, who served in the Fort Calhoun school district for 40 years.
Fort Calhoun's Benoit follows in father's footsteps
Note: This story is the third and final of a three-part series featuring multi-generational teachers in Washington County. When asked who inspired her to be a teacher, two names come to Fort … more
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Brad Earley named executive director for Washington County Chamber
Brad Earley stepped into his new position with one important goal in mind: growing the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. Following the departure of Jordan Rishel, Earley is ready to take on … more
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Arlington High School will present the musical "Cinderella" March 17 and 18.
AHS to perform 'Cinderella'
The cast and crew of Arlington High School's spring production of "Cinderella" are ready to take the stage for a magical night. "Cinderella" will be performed March 17 at 7 p.m. and March 18 at … more
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Kate Robertson was named the Arlington village clerk, after serving as deputy clerk for one year.
Robertson named village clerk
Kate Robertson made the transition from deputy to village clerk/treasurer for Arlington following the resignation of Niki Herre in January. Robertson, an Arlington High School graduate, was … more
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Sheriff's Office warns of dating app scams
The Washington County Sheriff's Office issued a warning to residents regarding dating app scams. In a release sent to the public, the Sheriff's Office indicated it has received reports relating … more
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Kay Neumann of SOAR holds an American kestrel during a presentation at Arbor Park Intermediate School on Feb. 28. Due to missing tail feathers, the raptor cannot be released into the wild.
SOAR presents to Arbor Park students
A female bald eagle, Thora, and a female American kestrel were the main attractions during a  presentation  to Arbor Park fifth grade students by Save Our Avian Resources (SOAR) executive … more
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Ken Mar, area county director for Habitat for Humanity of Omaha's Washington County chapter, speaks to guest during a Washington County Chamber of Commerce Lunch and Learn Feb. 23.
Habitat for Humanity speaks at Lunch and Learn
Guests enjoyed a lunch while also learning about the newest developments and events planned for the Washington County chapter of Habitat for Humanity of Omaha during a Lunch and Learn event at the … more
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Tashia Wolf, the curriculum director at Arlington schools, shares a familial education tie with her father, Dan Novak, who served as a teacher and administrator for Elmwood schools.
Arlington admins reflect on familial ties to education
Note: This story is the second of a three-part series featuring multi-generational teachers in Washington County. Collectively, the Arlington Public Schools administration team has a deep family … more
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John Sugimura, a Nisei Japanese trained chef, showed culinary students at Blair High School how to make gyoza, or Japanese dumplings, during class Thursday afternoon.
Blair students learn Japanese culinary skills from renowned chef
Blair students in Cherise Wry's culinary classes learned how to make traditional Japanese gyoza, dumplings, from Chef John Sugimura. A Taher corporate chef and Nisei Japanese trained chef, … more
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A driver of a semi truck was uninjured following a rollover accident on U.S. Highway 30 Monday morning.
Semi driver uninjured in rollover accident
A semi driver who lost control of his truck, causing it to roll on its back, was unscathed following an accident on U.S. Highway 30 and County Road P29 Monday morning. The Washington County … more
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Pictured are Merry, 29, and Esther, 9 months, Van Der Hart. The mother and daughter were killed following a car accident on Feb. 17.
Community joins together following family tragedy
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
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Avery and Kathleen Misfeldt both serve as teachers at Blair schools. Kathleen is in her 31st year of service while her daughter, Avery, is in her second year as a high school teacher.
Mother-daughter duo inspire each other at Blair schools
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
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Julie Jones is the new librarian at Arlington Library, a position she's held for more than a month.
Jones hopes to revamp Arlington Library
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
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Thomas Bansen volunteers at Living History at Fort Atkinson, where he does demonstrations in the blacksmith quarters.
Blair native shares love of blacksmithing
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
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Two vehicles were involved in an accident at 10th and Lincoln streets Tuesday morning in Blair. No major injuries were reported.
Citation pending following 10th and Lincoln accident
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
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The Arlington Parent-Teacher Organization hosted its Sweetheart Daddy/Daughter Dance Saturday evening at Arlington Elementary in the blue gym.
PHOTOS: Area father/daughter dances
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
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Sheriff's Office investigating fatal accident on CR 15
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
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A group of volunteers gather at the Danish American Archive and Library every Tuesday to sort through obituaries, Dana College files and collections.
History, heritage and human connection
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
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Fort Calhoun Elementary began its Kids Heart Challenge Feb. 6 with a jumproping unit.
Fort Calhoun students participate in Kids Heart Challenge
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
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NSP investigating in-custody death in Arlington
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
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Jamie Smith stands with her students in September 2022 at Bennington participating with the students in the Life Skills programs from both Bennington and Fort Calhoun schools.Pictured, from left: Conner Peters, Malory Rollins, Carson Udd, Bo Rhea, Nick Eddie, Bella Wallace, Jamie Smith. Missing: Seth Rangel
Arlington teacher credits 27-year career to ‘magic’ at APS
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
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