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Supervisor Chairman Steve Dethlefs speaks to a crowd at the Kennard Auditorium Saturday evening to discuss tornado/disaster relief in the county.
County officials discuss tornado relief at town hall
County and state government officials, fire and rescue personnel, law enforcement and disaster relief volunteers took turns to discuss tornado relief plans moving forward Friday evening at the … more
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Monika and Justin Philp's home on County Road 32 was one of many that was destroyed following Friday afternoon's tornado.
'One day at a time'
Monika Philp remembers her home on County Road 32 getting darker and darker, and within a minute after taking shelter in the basement, her ears began to pop and everything began to shake violently. … more
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Fort Calhoun High School soon-to-be-graduates Natalie Reichert and Grayson Bouwman were chosen as the class of 2024 valedictorians for Saturday afternoon.
Pioneers to walk the stage Saturday at graduation
Fort Calhoun High School's class of 2024 will officially be graduates Saturday afternoon. Commencement begins in the new gym starting at 2 p.m. The two class valedictorians this year are … more
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Gov. Jim Pillen speaks to individuals at Lakeland Sunday morning. Also pictured with Pillen, from left, are NEMA Assistant Director Erv Portis, Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly and Board of Supervisors Chairman Steve Dethlefs.
Gov. Pillen responds to Expedited Federal Disaster Declaration
LINCOLN, NE  – At the request of Governor Jim Pillen, President Joe Biden granted a major disaster declaration for the state, triggering the release of federal funds to help Nebraska … more
County Board approves rental contract with Skinny Bones following tornado
The Washington County Board of Supervisors held an emergency meeting Thursday afternoon, and unanimously approved a contract with Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch to establish a staging area for volunteers … more
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Gov. Jim Pillen speaks to individuals at Lakeland April 28. Also pictured with Pillen, from left, are NEMA Assistant Director Erv Portis, Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly and Board of Supervisors Chairman Steve Dethlefs.
Gov. Pillen requests federal disaster declaration and assistance
LINCOLN, NE  – Governor Jim Pillen has submitted a request to President Joe Biden requesting a federal disaster declaration for the state. It includes a request for federal assistance … more
Allie Jabens of Fort Calhoun excitedly plays a round of pool noodle hockey Thursday during the Fun at the Fort event at Fort Calhoun High School. The event was held to bring unified students from Fort Calhoun, Arlington, Bennington and DC West together for a day of play.
Fun at the Fort brings unified athletes together
Rain and a change in location couldn't stop the cheers and joy Thursday at Fort Calhoun High School. The school, in collaboration with Special Olympics Nebraska, hosted Fun at the Fort, an … more
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Town hall meeting to be held in Kennard Friday
A town hall meeting will be held Friday at 5:30 p.m. at the Kennard Auditorium to discuss tornado recovery for Washington County residents affected by last Friday's storm. Speakers will include … more
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The Washington County Courthouse.
Emergency County Board meeting announced
The Washington County Board of Supervisors announced an emergency meeting will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. in the County Board Meeting Room. The purpose of the meeting is to develop a staging … more
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Karen Tighe poses for a photo at 3023 Country Road 31 after Friday's tornado damaged her home and vehicles. She's lived at the corner of County Road 31 and Country Road 38 for more than five decades.
Longtime Washington County resident experiences tornado up close
Karen Tighe has lived in southern Washington County for more than 50 years. “On this corner,” the 76-year old said from a seat inside her home at 3023 County Road 31. Her windows were … more
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Gov. Jim Pillen speaks to individuals at Lakeland Sunday morning. Also pictured with Pillen, from left, are NEMA Assistant Director Erv Portis, Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly and Board of Supervisors Chairman Steve Dethlefs.
Gov. Pillen visits Lakeland, discusses next steps
Gov. Jim Pillen paid Washington County a visit Sunday morning to spread a message of community and hope following Friday afternoon's tornadoes. Residents affected by the tornado, emergency … more
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A view from County Road 38 shows a Washington County home without a roof Friday evening.
PHOTOS: Washington County tornado April 26, 2024
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Volunteers at First Lutheran Church-ELCA gather pallets of water bottles Saturday afternoon. The church was set up as a hub for those in need of supplies and packing material
Red Cross stationed at First Lutheran Church
The American Red Cross set up a disaster relief location at First Lutheran Church in Blair, 2146 Wright St., following Friday afternoon's tornado. The tornado, which reportedly stretched about … more
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Friends and neighbors help with cleanup at the Kobs home along CR 33 Friday.
UPDATE: Curfew in effect in Washington County following tornado
A large tornado hit the Washington County area Friday afternoon. According to the Three Rivers Nebraska Scanner, a tornado emergency was issued around  4 p.m. in Washington County and … more
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Randy Backman is pictured with his family at QLI rehabilitation center in Omaha Sunday afternoon. Pictured from left: Sarah, Randy, Jaydyn and Whitley in front.
Randy Backman shares journey following stroke
Randy Backman has been on a long journey since a sudden stroke in January halted his work, family and volunteer life. A fundraiser for Randy, titled Randy's Warriors, is being held Saturday … more
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A ribbon cutting was held Tuesday morning to welcome the opening of the Dana Village apartments. Pictured from left: Ryan Dugdale of RVR Bank, Ed Shada of Angel Share, Ryan Durant of RMDX, Abby Johnson of Lutheran Family Services and Will Major of RMDX.
Dana Village opens with ribbon cutting event
Dana Village is officially open and welcoming new residents. The completion of the 61-bedroom apartment complex, located on the former Dana College campus, was punctuated with a ribbon cutting … more
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Fr. Michael Gutgsell, Fr. Stephen Gutgsell's brother, leads the group in a prayer before dinner is served Saturday evening at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church for the St. John Paul II Classical Academy scholarship fundraiser. The scholarship is being named after Stephen Gutgsell, who was a large supporter of the school and was going to be the school's Latin teacher.
Fundraiser held for St. John Paul II Classical Academy
A scholarship opportunity will assist St. John Paul II Classical Academy students, as well as honor the late Fr. Stephen J. Gutgsell On Saturday evening, guests gathered at St. Francis Borgia … more
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Judson Cloudt as bailiff drags Briana Kermoade as a factory girl out of the courtroom for an outburst while the courtroom looks on. .
'Fighting for change'
Accents, physical confrontations and monologues are just some elements present in Blair High School's spring play "To See the Stars." Set in 1909-10 in New York City, "To See the Stars" is about … more
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A second fire broke out at DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge Monday afternoon. This comes just six days after a lightning strike between Whitetail Drive and Prairie Lane.
Brush fire re-ignited at DeSoto
A brush fire broke out at DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge Monday afternoon. This comes just six days after the initial fire, which was caused by a lightning strike to a dead cottonwood tree on … more
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Construction workers began pouring concrete Monday at the Blair south bypass.
Concrete pouring begins for Blair's south bypass
Construction workers have started pouring concrete for the long-awaited south bypass in Blair. The paving has started on the bypass' connecting point with Highway 75 at 10th Street. The new … more
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Sebastin O'Brien
Little Sioux man charged with murder
Sebastin O'Brien, a 22-year-old from Little Sioux, has been charged with first-degree murder following a vehicle rollover south of Modale on Sunday. O’Brien was identified by the Harrison … more
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Blair school board approves 2024-25 school calendar
The 2024-25 school year calendar approved by the Blair Community Schools Board of Education at the end of a specially called meeting Monday night pushes back the start date by a week for grades K-8, … more
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The limited amount of restaurant, retail and entertainment options in Blair was one of the topics discussed at a recent Blair Housing Authority Committee meeting. Fernando's Cafe & Cantina on Washington Street closed almost two years ago.
Housing committee talks about Blair’s amenities
The number of restaurants, retailers and entertainment options for people living in Blair surfaced as a topic of considerable conversation during the most recent meeting of the city’s Housing … more
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Zachary Blackman was appointed as the Sixth Judical District Court judge by Gov. Jim Pillen, following the December retirement of Judge John E. Samson.
Zachary Blackman eager to start judgeship
In his new judgeship role, Zachary Blackman hopes to continue learning and growing in his law career. Blackman was appointed as the new Sixth Judicial District Court judge by Gov. Jim Pillen, … more
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Wind Ensemble seniors were decked out in colorful hats during the Blair High School Spring Band Concert Wednesday evening.
Blair bands perform spring concert
The annual Blair High School Spring Band Concert in the Lyla Neve Auditorium featured selections by the Jazz Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble that the groups have performed in area festivals … more
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