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Becky Meline, owner of Omaha-based Focus Therapy & Performance Coaching, opened an office in Blair this summer.
Focus Therapy & Performance Coaching opens in Blair
Becky Meline has opened a Focus Therapy & Performance Coaching office in the Nannen & Harte Physical Therapy building at 636 N. 20th Ave. in Blair. The office offers sports psychology … more
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Deerfield Elementary placed on ‘secure hold’ Thursday; no threat found
The Blair Police Department reported on social media Thursday that Deerfield Elementary School was placed under a secure hold because of a possible threat reported.  According to the police … more
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The Blair High School marching band has been focusing more on competitions under the direction of second-year director Chaz Fonda. This photo from last year shows the band practicing on Krantz Field.
Blair High School band shifts focus to marching competitions
The Blair High School marching band’s decision not to participate in the AppleJack Festival parade in Nebraska City this fall reflects the decision by second-year director Chaz Fonda to focus … more
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The son of a member of the Herman Fire & Rescue Department waves from Fire Engine 942 during the Herman Days parade.
Weather for Herman Days did not disappoint
The backdrop for last weekend’s annual Herman Days was three beautiful days of sunshine with highs in the 70s. The weekend kicked off with a six-hour, village-wide garage sale last Friday … more
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From left, U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer, former Blair Mayor Jim Realph, Mayor Mindy Rump, former director of public works Allen Shoemaker, and U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts take part in the Hollow Road Bypass ribbon-cutting event Thursday.
Dignitaries salute the opening of Blair’s south bypass 
Dignitaries including Blair Mayor Mindy Rump and U.S. Sens. Pete Ricketts and Deb Fischer were on hand last Thursday for the official grand opening of the new Hollow Road south bypass. The … more
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The Blair City Council recently approved a rezoning request a preliminary plat request at this location — just south of the roundabout at the entrance to Blair between Highway 30 and Highway 133 — so an Omaha-based developer could build 132 apartment units at a place called Blair Crossing.
Property use changes OK’d for Blair Crossing apartments
The Blair City Council recently approved a rezoning request and a preliminary plat request on behalf of Metonic Real Estate Solutions of Omaha so that plans could go forward with the $27 million … more
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Denise Cada, strategic director of the Washington County Food Pantry at Joseph's Coat in Blair, was met by Kurt Loseke and Clark Volk representing the Washington County Cattlemen. The group purchased a steer during the Washington County Fair's Large Animal Auction. Representing the Animal Auction committee was Lana Valasek, Rob Vogt, Luke Lauritsen and Buck Hoier. Also pictured are Shylyn Hansen, Gadreal Zeleny and Caden Boell of Oakland Meat Processing, which generously donated the processing of this animal. More than 400 lbs. of ground beef left Oakland headed to Blair to be distributed to residents of Washington County through the food pantry program.
Washington County Cattlemen make donation to food pantry
The Frahm House was built in 1905 by Fred Frahm, who was four-time mayor of Fort Calhoun and owner of Frahm Mercantile.
Partially renovated Frahm House gets public unveiling
The first-floor renovations and replacement of the wrap-around porch for the Frahm House in Fort Calhoun, owned by the Washington County Museum and on the National Register of Historic Places, were … more
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EMG Reporter/Assistant Editor Becca Hummel
Hummel to cover education, crime, local government in Wash. Co.
Rebecca Hummel has joined Enterprise Media Group as the reporter covering education, crime and some local government for EMG’s three community newspapers and websites in Washington County. … more
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Pilots Barry Payne and Robert (Bob) Bates stop in Blair during their round-the-world flight earlier this week to chat with Paul Hamer (right) at Hamer's hangar at the Blair airport.
Pilots stop in Blair during their round-the-world flight
One-hundred years ago, on Sept. 28, 1924, two planes traveled around the world for the very first time. This year, two men set out on a journey to celebrate in the same way and make a stop in Blair … more
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A ribbon-cutting ceremony for Harvest Design Co. Boutique & Event Space in Fort Calhoun was held last week.
Harvest Design Co. opens in Fort Calhoun
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held recently for Harvest Design Co. Boutique & Event Space, which opened in late August in Fort Calhoun.  more
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The following people were recognized at the Aug. 27 Blair City Council meeting for their roles in helping to save someone's life on July 25. From left, Blair Volunteer Fire Department members Anthony Borders, Tyrel Hernes and Derek Paper; Blair Police Department's Josh Hathaway and Bob Leehy; Washington County Sheriff's Office Shane Thallas, and Washington County Dispatcher Cassie Hoferer.
First responders recognized for giving life-saving aid
On July 25, several members from Blair’s Police Department, Fire & Rescue and Washington County Sheriff’s Office were called to assist an unresponsive person at Fox Ridge Apartments. … more
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Fort Calhoun High School student Anna Rae Hartline wants to spread type 1 diabetes awareness through her participation in the Breakthrough T1D Walk on Sept. 29 at Mahoney State Park. Hartline has struggled with her diagnosis for several years, but has found some peace through understanding.
Anna Rae Hartline wants others to understand the life of a type 1 diabetic
Even through a smile, Anna Rae Hartline said she still worries about trips to the doctor. The Fort Calhoun High School junior has type 1 diabetes. Her diagnosis was nearly half a lifetime ago, … more
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Blair Park Board President Neil Jensen spoke in support of the dog park concept at the Blair City Council's Aug. 27 meeting.
Blair City Council approves design concept for dog park
Plans for Blair’s long-anticipated dog park took another step forward at the Aug. 27 City Council meeting when members approved the design concept for the proposed facility and authorized the … more
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An open house for the partially restored Frahm House in Fort Calhoun, which is owned by the Washington County Museum, is planned for Saturday.
Public to get the chance to see renovations to Frahm House
The first-floor renovations and replacement of the wrap-around porch on the Frahm House in Fort Calhoun, which is owned by the Washington County Historical Association and on the National Register of … more
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Artist and sculptor Clark Bettenhausen stands next to his Henry Hereford RV. It was on display last Saturday at the Kick'n It In The Stix car show in Arlington.
Cars, kids and characters
Those attending Saturday’s sixth-annual Kick’n It In the Stix car show at the Washington County Fairgrounds endured some unseasonably warm weather, but the show went on as scheduled. … more
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The Blair City Council will consider incentives at Tuesday's meeting in an effort to generate more housing of all types in the city.
Blair City Council to hear housing recommendations
Blair’s Housing Advisory Committee already has made two important presentations this month. One to the Blair Planning Commission and the other to the LB840 Advisory Committee. During those … more
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Mick Jensen receives his Blair Community Schools Foundation award Friday at Krantz Field.
Jensen, Hunt honored during Family Fun Night
The Blair Community Schools Foundation honored Mick Jensen and Mary Beth Hunt on Aug. 23 during its Family Fun Night at Krantz Field. Jensen received the Foundation's Distinguished Alumni Award … more
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Museum leadership reports on a productive year
Thanks largely to a $1 million gift from Hugh and Jane Hunt awarded almost a year ago, the Washington County Museum finished its fiscal year on strong financial footing. The Hunts’ gift … more
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The mini-bike race is always a sight to see at Kick'n it in the Stix at the Washington County Fairgrounds.
Kick'n it in the Stix is Saturday
Kick'n in it in the Stix, which is organized by the Headliners Car Club of Omaha, is set for this Saturday at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Although the event is structured around a car … more
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Kindergarten students at Arbor Park Elementary School in Blair quickly settled in to their new routine.
Blair's middle, elementary schools off to a good start
The final three public schools in Washington County — all in Blair — started class this week. They were Arbor Park Elementary School, Deerfield Elementary School and Otte Blair … more
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Fort Calhoun Elementary School P.E. teacher Tessa Rutledge plays the part on the first day of school. She is shown here giving directions to a new student.
Fort Calhoun Schools looking for an incredible year
Class started last Thursday at Fort Calhoun Community Schools with Sara Horstman serving as the new principal at the elementary school and teachers dressed as The Incredibles characters to promote … more
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Seventh-grade students with family members look over schedules and find their way to classrooms att Otte Blair Middle School's open house last Thursday evening.
Trial run for Blair middle schoolers
The seventh- and eighth-grade open house at Otte Middle School last Thursday night was a trial run for Wednesday's first day of school. At different times, students and family members filled the … more
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Arlene Fischbach sits back and enjoys the ride on Sunday afternoon at Carter Place Senior Living in Blair.
You're never too old!
Residents and guests at Carter Place Senior Living in Blair enjoyed overcast skies and mild temperatures while taking part in Sunday afternoon's slip-n-slide adventure. Yvonne Weeces and Arlene … more
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The new south bypass in Blair will have its official ribbon-cutting and grand-opening ceremony on Sept. 5, but depending on the weather the new roadway could actually be open as soon as this week.
Ribbon cutting set for Blair’s new south bypass
The city of Blair has set 9 a.m. Sept. 5 as the official time and date for the ribbon-cutting and grand-opening ceremony for the new Hollow Road south bypass. The public is welcome to join … more
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