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The Otte Blair Middle School Odyssey Show Choir sets a spooky tone with "I Put a Spell on You" at the school's 7th and 8th Grade Pops Concert on Nov. 28.
Otte Blair Middle School hosts Pops concert
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The Blair High School's jazz band portion concluded with a spicy number called "Hot Sauce.” The jazz band and the 9-10 and 11-12 concert bands presented the Winter Band Concert under the direction of former Blair student and first year Blair Instrumental Music Instructor Chaz Fonda in the Lela Neve Auditorium Tuesday evening..
BHS band warms up winter
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Melissa Sharp has worked as the Washington County Jail's mental health practitioner since May..
Mental health services imperative to inmates’ well-being
Editor's note: This is the third story in a series highlighting a few of the programs and services offered at the Washington County Justice Center. These programs and services, whether they were … more
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The water tower painting project wrapped up earlier this month. The new City of Blair logo features updates to the logo as well as "Welcome Home." The water tower features the logos of the City of Blair, Blair Community Schools, Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District and Memorial Community Hospital and Health System.
The water tower's new look
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Team Bruck, Nebraska Realty, hosted an open house at the Southern Hills subdivision in Blair on May 7. Southern Hills, along with other new subdivisions in Washington County, will help fill a housing need in the area, but local leaders are encouraged to consider various options and promote incentives for building in order to ensure new employees working in the area have places to live.
Filling a need
Editor's note: This is the first in a series of stories analyzing the housing situation in Washington County. Throughout the series, Enterprise Media Group will talk with developers, real estate … more
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Volunteers from a number of local churches serve up Thanksgiving dinner Thursday at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church.
'Break bread together'
Hundreds of hungry residents made their way to St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Blair on Thanksgiving to celebrate food and fellowship. Nov. 24 marked the first time since 2019 the church … more
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A Frosty’s Pines helper and Cory Carter secure the tree to car roof on Frosty's Pines opening day, Nov. 25.
Area tree farms making do amidst national market uncertainties
With Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror, many families that haven’t already will be on the lookout for the most iconic Christmas decoration of them all. Despite problems with supply in … more
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An hourly drawing was held at Edward Jones during the middle of the day for Washington County Gives last year. Pictured from left, Craig Heuton, Kyle Acre, Ryan Palmer, Don Sorensen and Jordan Rishel. Washington County Gives returns on Nov. 29.
Washington County Gives kicks off Nov. 29
“Nervous and excited.” That's how Dr. Ryan Palmer, Washington County Gives committee member, sums up the emotions just days ahead of this year's Washington County Gives. The annual … more
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No serious injuries were reported as a result of a two-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon on 13th and South streets in Blair.
No serious injuries reported in 13th and South accident
The Blair Police Department and Blair Fire and Rescue Department responded to a two-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon on 13th and South streets in Blair. Officer Aaron Wattenbach said one … more
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Families have their pictures taken in front of the Christmas tree outside of Blair City Hall following the tree lighting at the Tannenbaum event on Nov. 17.
Blair lights up for the holidays
The colorful lights on the large tree outside Blair City Hall are on, which means the holidays have arrived in the city. Blair Mayor Rich Hansen flipped the switch to the lights on Nov. 17 as … more
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Dickinson set to retire after 42 years with BCS
Mark Dickinson has been with Blair Community Schools since his freshman year at Dana College. Looking for a job to make a little money, he found a part-time gig driving a school bus for the … more
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Blair natives Lisa Gustin and Lorene Larsen have decorated a tree displayed at the Beresheim House in Council Bluffs to reflect the Danish American heritage of Blair. The tree is on display as part of the annual Christmas at the Hisotric Dodge House.
Tree tells Blair tales
Nods to Blair's Danish American heritage meet a Council Bluffs holiday favorite this season. Last Tuesday marked the beginning of the annual Christmas at the Historic General Dodge House, where … more
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Angels Share, the nonprofit repurposing the former Dana College campus, will soon renovate the former Mickelsen and Blair halls.
Funding complete for $17.4 million project on former Dana College Campus
The Angels Share Inc. Board of Directors is excited to announce that funding for a major project on the former Dana College campus is finally complete, with construction to begin immediately. … more
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The Blair Police Department and Blair Fire and Rescue squad responded to a two-vehicle personal injury accident Monday morning at 13th and Grant streets, which involved a truck and SUV.
One transported following personal injury accident
One person was transported to the hospital due to injuries following a two-vehicle accident at 13th and Grant streets Monday morning. The Blair Fire and Rescue squad and Blair Police Department … more
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The layout of the proposed kindergarten through fifth grade configuration at Arbor Park.
Reconfiguration plan of K-5 at Blair Schools presented
With a steady increase of enrollment expected to continue, the Blair Community School District is looking to potentially reconfigure grades kindergarten through five. The plan will be the subject of … more
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Darlene Cooper (left) and Arlene Fischbach (right), who grew up with the maiden name Lorey, have reunited at Carter Place in Blair after several years apart.
'We were always together'
Arlene Fischbach and Darlene Cooper (who share the maiden name Lorey) will be 92 in January, but their birthday present came a bit early. With Darlene coming to Carter Place in Blair just a few … more
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Hugh and Jane Hunt recently awarded a $1 million gift to the Washington County Community Foundation. In addition to their $1 million gift, Hugh and Jane have pledged to mach another million dollars if the Foundation can raise that amount for the endowment by the end of the year.
Washington County Community Foundation receives million dollar gift
The Washington County Community Foundation is thrilled to announce that it will receive a $1 million gift from Hugh and Jane Hunt. It is the largest single gift to the Foundation in its … more
Blair Volunteer Fire and Rescue and Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue departments battled the fire for roughly 20 minutes on Thursday, Nov. 17.
None injured in fire at Kimberly Manor Apartments
Blair Volunteer Fire and Rescue and Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue departments responded to the report of a fire at 2467 Nebraska St. at the Kimberly Manor Apartments shortly before 1 p.m. on Thursday. … more
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Col. Janel Nelson was the keynote speaker at the Veterans Day ceremony at Fort Calhoun High School Friday morning.
Fort Calhoun celebrates annual Veterans Day ceremony
The annual Veterans Day ceremony at Fort Calhoun High School was held Friday in the gymnasium. The program, put on by SkillsUSA, featured many veterans in attendance, as well as students from … more
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The Blair Depot was a vital part of Blair's railroad history.
Blair opens for business
Editor’s note: This is the second 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
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Blair area veterans stand at attention while the Blair High School choir performs the National Anthem at the BHS Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11.
'Shine upon all veterans'
Blair High School student Kym Dykstra put Veterans Day in the context of children of her generation. She said students may not know the extent of sacrifices necessary for service, but know the … more
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Arlington Public Schools hosted its annual Veterans Day ceremony Wednesday morning, and featured veterans from all branches in attendance.
Arlington celebrates Veterans Day
Though a few days early, Arlington Public Schools gathered in the high school gymnasium Wednesday morning to honor the veterans in the community and to teach students about Veterans Day. The … more
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Traci Earls, facility manger at Cargill, serves as a Lt. Colonel for the U.S. Army.
Earls lives her 'GI Joe dream'
Children can draw inspiration for their future careers from many places. Cargill facility manager Lt. Col. Traci Earls recalls being stricken, in particular, by a cartoon at a young age. … more
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Fr. John Schaefer was recognized with the Bishop's Cross on Friday, Oct. 28 at the Episcopal Diocese of Nebraska's Annual Council. From left to right: Bishop Scott Barker of the Episcopal Diocese of Nebraska, Schaefer's daughter Rebekah and her husband Nick, Fr. John Schaefer and his wife Margaret, and their son Daniel with his partner Amantha.
Longtime area priest awarded with Bishop’s Cross
On Friday, Oct. 28, Father John Schaefer was awarded with the Bishop’s Cross at the Episcopal Diocese of Nebraska’s Annual Council. “It was such a shock and surprise to me … more
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Blair native Maverick Harrold recently earned Honorable Mention at the Nebraska state division of the Music Teachers Association Young Artist Competition in October.
'A big, personal win'
After a 35-minute piano performance in front of a judge panel, Blair native Maverick Harrold felt like a winner. His performance was part of the Nebraska state division of the Music Teachers … more
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