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Blair man to spend 117 months in prison for threats made against federal officer
A Blair man who made threats against a federal wildlife officer at DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge in December 2020 was sentenced to 117 months in prison Thursday morning in federal court. Cody … more
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The Fort Calhoun Homecoming royalty was announced at the pep rally Friday afternoon. Pictured front from left, Aubree Gochanour, Ella McMahon, Brooks Romans, Maddie McMahon and Jaxon Bryan. The homecoming court pictured from left, Grace Genoways, Angel Nelson, Sophie Thomas (princess), Dala Drowne (queen), Austin Welchert (king), Avery Quinlan (prince), Sam Halford and Glenn Hunter.
PHOTO GALLERY: Fort Calhoun Homecoming Parade/pep rally
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It was a packed house on Thursday morning as the MCH Auxiliary Rummage Sale got underway at the Blair Public Works building. This is the first time a large-scale sale has been held since 2029 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
MCH Auxiliary Rummage Sale returns after two year hiatus
For the first time since 2019, the MCH (Memorial Community Hospital) Auxiliary Rummage Sale was held from Thursday through Saturday. Opening up at 9 a.m. on Thursday morning, a line gathered … more
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The Arbor Park running club follows along the mile long course through trees during one of its after-school sessions on Sept. 13.
Smiles and sprints
Dozens of students sprinted, jogged and walked throughout the Arbor Park Intermediate School grounds Sept. 13 as part of the school's annual four-week after school Run Club. The unusually warm … more
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DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge curator Bill Cantine shows a rain jacket recovered from the Steamboat Bertrand to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service cultural conference members during their tour through the Bertrand exhibit on Sept. 13.
DeSoto, Bertrand exhibit host national cultural conference
The Steamboat Bertrand took center stage for cultural specialists from across the country last week.  The US Fish and Wildlife hosted its annual Cultural Resources Management conference at … more
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Arbor Park teacher Jaclyn Renken runs with fourth grade students during the PTO Fun Run on Sept. 16.
Run for fun with Blair PTO
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Landry Dunn was born Aug. 13 to Taylor and Jake Dunn of Blair.
Blair couple's daughter fights heart condition
At just 1 month old, Landry Dunn of Blair is on a waitlist to receive a heart transplant after ongoing complications just a week after she was born. Jake and Taylor Dunn, Landry's parents, noticed … more
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The Camp Fontanelle corn maze was renamed Split Oak Hollow, in honor of the camp's split oak tree that was planted in the early 1800's.
Split Oak Hollow new name of Camp Fontanelle corn maze
The renaming of Camp Fontanelle's corn maze is just one new addition the camp is looking forward to showcasing. The corn maze is now called Split Oak Hollow, and will officially open to the … more
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Tim Welch stands with his new book, "'Twas the Night Before Halloween."
New book provides a spooky splash of Halloween fun
A Blair resident's new children's book combines a classic Christmas tale with horror and Halloween favorites. Tim Welch is set to release “'Twas the Night Before Halloween,” on Amazon, … more
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A pickup truck was damaged following an accident with a semi trailer Wednesday morning on 13th and Grant streets in Blair.
Pickup and semi involved in accident in Blair
A pickup truck was damaged following an accident with a semi trailer Wednesday morning on 13th and Grant streets. The Blair Police Department and Blair Fire and Rescue responded to the accident … more
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'A top-shelf individual'
A small-town Iowa native who built his business from the ground up, Marty Shepard was the perfect choice to represent the people of Blair. “Marty was THE representative for the common … more
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Sam Bloomfield, Blair, lets 'er rip at the Tire Toss at Herman Days on Sept. 11.
PHOTO GALLERY: Herman Days brings back old traditions
Herman Days events did not falter despite the rainy forecast. The chilly September morning began with vendors at Herman Park, a day-long wiffle ball tournament and the parade starting at Herman … more
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Warrick (right) takes in the game at Aviva Stadium in Dublin with her travel companions.
Husker faithful take over Dublin as part of great experience
Editor’s note: This is the second in a two-part series on area fans that traveled to Dublin for the Nebraska-Northwestern game in August. Part one was published in Friday’s Washington … more
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Annorah Urban, 5, proudly looks at a Monarch butterfly she helped tag at DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge on Sept. 10. Guests were invited to the nature center to learn more about Monarchs before tagging and releasing them in the park.
DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge hosts butterfly tagging event
Five-year-old Annorah Urban carefully held a Monarch butterfly, coaxing it to take off as she walked it through the woods at DeSoto Bend National Wildlife Refuge on Sept. 10.  Eventually, the … more
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Steven Wees presented a slideshow and storytelling of his mother, Elizabeth Wees, and her experience living through and surviving the Holocaust Sunday during Fort Atkinson's Living History weekend.
Living History speaker retells mother's Holocaust survival
A second-generation speaker, Steven Wees spoke to a large crowd at Fort Atkinson over Labor Day weekend to share his mother's, Elizabeth's, story of surviving the Holocaust. Elizabeth Bodek … more
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Jim Walla and his wife Sara before the game at Aviva Stadium.
Husker faithful take over Dublin as part of great experience
Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part series on area fans that traveled to Dublin for the Nebraska-Northwestern game in August. Look for part two in Monday’s Pilot … more
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Prairie Star Botanicals' owner Lisa Grabenbauer led a group on a tour of the herb garden at Fort Atkinson Wednesday evening, where she discussed the different uses for herbs and their importance to the fort when it was inhabited.
Prairie Star leads participants on monthly herb walks
An hour-long walk taught visitors about the different herbs grown in Fort Atkinson and their benefits in every day life. Lisa Grabenbauer, owner of Prairie Star Botanicals, led a group of … more
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Eileen Keenan, a nurse, and Phillip Oelschlager, regional coordinator and lead trainer for UNMC Simulation in Motion-Nebraska (SIM-NE), observe a scenario with the Arlington Volunteer Fire Department Aug. 24 at the station. The group covered two scenarios featuring a sick child and woman about to deliver a baby.
Fire and rescue trains with SIM-NE
Arlington fire and rescue members were able to receive free, hands-on training in order to prepare for potential emergency situations. The University of Nebraska Medical Center's SIM-NE … more
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Sheriff Mike Robinson presents on deadly mass shootings and what took place during them as part of active shooter training at the Washington County Sheriff's Office on Tuesday in Blair.
Local business owners, managers attend active shooter training
The Washington County Sheriff’s office provided active shooter training to local business owners and managers on Tuesday morning, with Sheriff Mike Robinson and Sergeant Alex Judkins giving a … more
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Washington County deputy Austin Kelley was injured following a UTV accident at Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuge. He is currently in recovery for a brain bleed and broken back, said Jean Kelley, Austin's wife.
Deputy injured on duty receives support from community
Following a severe injury after a UTV accident, Austin Kelley, a Washington County deputy, is on the road to recovery. According to information from a GoFundMe for Austin, on Aug. 21, during a … more
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Owen Weishaar takes a closer look at a vehicle during the fourth annual Kick'n it in the Stix event Saturday at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Arlington.
Kick'n it in the Stix sees sizable turnout
Despite the at times questionable weather and Husker football game, Scott DeGeorge, president of The Headliners Club of Omaha, said he was pleased with the Kick'n it in the Stix turnout. The … more
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Blair cyclist Triston Zahourek, 14, competes Sunday during a Nebraska Interscholastic Cycling League race at Black Elk-Neihardt Park.
Cycling League makes Blair debut at Black Elk-Neihardt Park
Porter Wimpey thought it through.The 13-year-old researched bikes and made a decision prior to the Nebraska Interscholastic Cycling League's (NICL) Blair debut.“I knew which one I … more
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The Blair High School marching band drum line marches off the new Krantz Field turf ahead of its first performance Friday night.
'Looking forward to Friday night'
About 18 years ago, Chaz Fonda readied for his first marching band performance at Blair High School as a freshman. This Friday, the new BHS director of bands will once again step in front of the … more
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Gina Ellis, left, and Blair resident C.J. Pierce, recently wrote and published "Fire-Hair Woman: The Epic Story of Lucinda Eubank," a historical fiction novel about their great-great grandmother, Lucinda Eubank, and her experience as a captive of Cheyenne Dog Soldiers.
Blair resident's book tells harrowing piece of family history
Blair resident C.J. Pierce's first novel combines a personal family story with a tumultuous era in Nebraska history. Pierce, and her cousin, Gina Ellis, co-authored “Fire-Hair Woman: The … more
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Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch has had a successful pumpkin-growing season as it approaches its fall season open Sept. 9.
Pumpkin patches see varying crop results
As autumn approaches, pumpkin patch season openings become more imminent. This year, Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch and Camp Fontanelle have seen varying results for their pumpkin crops. Skinny … more
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