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Preliminary school budget projects tax levy decrease
Preliminary budget numbers presented to the Arlington Public Schools Board of Education indicate the district could see a 16-cent decrease in its overall tax levy for the 2023-24 budget year.  … more
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Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War members with Blair VFW Post 1251 Commander Chad Kuchta pictured following the Last Union Veteran in Washington County tribute on Saturday at the Blair Cemetery.
Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War honor Washington County veteran
The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War paid tribute to Last Union Veteran of Washington County Asa Dixon at the Blair Cemetery on Saturday. The Last Soldier of the County project honors the … more
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The Blair Public Library Foundation's amphitheater design as rendered by JEO Consulting Group. The amphitheater is set to be located on the south end of Generations Park.
Blair Library Foundation provides insight to amphitheater project
The Blair Public Library (BPL) Foundation's proposed amphitheater is slowly becoming a reality. The amphitheater, which is set to be located on the south eastern end of the up-and-coming … more
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An elderly woman has been pronounced dead as a result of a homicide at her home in Fort Calhoun.
BREAKING: Sheriff's Office rules Fort Calhoun death a homicide
A suspicious death Monday morning has been ruled a homicide by the Washington County Sheriff's Office and the Douglas County Crime Lab, according to a press release from Washington County Sheriff … more
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A death investigation is currently underway at a home in Fort Calhoun on County Road P43. The Sheriff's Office has blocked off the county road Monday morning.
Update: WCSO searching for stolen vehicle in relation to suspicious death in Fort Calhoun
The Washington County Sheriff's Office and Douglas County Sheriff's Department are investigating the death of an elderly woman near Fort Calhoun on County Road P43 Monday morning. Sheriff Mike … more
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Amanda Radke speaks to the Long Live Women in Ag conference participants Tuesday at the Blair Marina.
Inaugural Women in Ag conference held at Blair Marina
Women in the agriculture industry gathered at the Blair Marina Tuesday evening to hear from guest speaker Amanda Radke and discuss the unique challenges of being in the business of ag, while also … more
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A pair of wire rimmed glasses with temples that curve around the ears (top) and the frame to a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses (bottom).
Looking at history through the lenses of vintage eyewear
Editor’s note: This is part of the ongoing series “Mysteries at the Museum” featuring different items found at the Washington County Museum. Eyes are popularly known to be … more
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APS introduces Alpaca program
Arlington Public Schools is showing its appreciation for its teachers through a new program aimed at providing teachers with needs and wants for their classroom. The Alpaca project, started in … more
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Nancy Gillis speaks about the five Native tribes of Nebraska Saturday at Fort Atkinson.
Speaker discusses five Native American tribes of Nebraska
Nancy Gillis began her presentation by greeting guests in a Native language: first by calling on The Creator to be present, then introducing the tribe and clan she belongs to and then by her name. … more
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A steer purchased at the Washington County Fair auction will be donated and processed free-of-charge to provide more than 1,100 pounds of meat to the Washington County Food Bank. Pictured in the front is market heifer exhibitor Hadley Grabbe amd Tyler Thompson..
Over 1,100 pounds of meat donated to food pantry at fair auction
A steer purchased at the Washington County Fair auction will be donated and processed free-of-charge to provide more than 1,100 pounds of meat to the Washington County Food Bank.  The … more
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The proposed city trail system connecting from Fort Calhoun High School to Fort Atkinson.
City of Fort Calhoun awarded $2.7 million grant for trail system
The City of Fort Calhoun received a Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) Transportation Alternatives Project (TAP) grant to help connect its trails and provide safe transportation … more
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FFA kicks off Alumni and Supporters organization
The Arlington High School FFA program will introduce a new way of supporting its growing program on Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. at the high school during the Alumni and Supporters Kick-Off event. The … more
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Wednesday's Demo Derby and concert canceled due to rain
Due to heavy rainfall Wednesday morning, the Washington County Fair announced it will be cancelling the evening's Demolition Derby and Lemon Fresh Day concert. A statement was provided by Fair … more
Amber Hosch
Blair daycare provider named Early Childhood Champion
Amber Hosch of Sprout Family-Centered Childcare was one of two providers named an Early Childhood Champion in the state of Nebraska. To earn this award, Hosch was selected by Nebraska Early … more
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Emily Shimkus, a Blair native and stay-at-home mom, has figured out how to save thousands of dollars from couponing.
Blair resident participates in extreme couponing
Emily Shimkus, a Blair native and stay-at-home mom, has figured out how to save thousands of dollars from couponing.  After discovering a YouTube video about couponing, Shimkus learned how … more
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Alexis Warner shows her Commercial Breeding Heifer.
PHOTO GALLERY: Washington County Fair 2023
Despite a few rain showers, the Washington County Fair did not falter in its first three days. The first night of the fair was kicked off by a, slightly delayed and muddy, concert featuring … more
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Mink builds wood pallets that he sells to 40 stores across the U.S. Most of the wood he works with comes from old trees and poles that would otherwise go to the dump.
A wooden palace on a hill
Roughly three years ago, Jerry Mink purchased a tool that would unexpectedly take over his free time and his backyard: a Woodmizer sawmill.  Mink, a Fort Calhoun resident and a retired … more
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Christy Fiala, executive director of the Fremont Area United Way, speaks to a crowd during the 13th annual Hats Off To Literacy fundraiser Tuesday afternoon at the Washington County Fairgrounds.
Hats Off To Literacy fundraiser held at Fairgrounds
The Fremont Area United Way's (FAUW) 13th annual Hats Off To Literacy event was held in Arlington this year in order to announce its expansion into Washington County. The event, held at the … more
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First Lutheran and First United Methodist churches joined forces for Vacation Bible School this past week. On Friday, the final day, kids enjoyed a hydrant party at Good Shephard, with help from the Blair Volunteer Fire Department.
River of Life
The final day of the First Lutheran and First United Methodist joint Vacation Bible School was filled with laughter as participants splashed around at Good Shepherd Lutheran Community for a hydrant … more
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The Jeanette Hunt - Blair Animal Shelter held its Christmas in July event Saturday morning. There, families could bring in their pets to take photos with a summer-dressed Santa.
Shelter holds Christmas in July event
The Jeanette Hunt - Blair Animal Shelter invited families and furry companions to enjoy the summertime during its Christmas in July event Saturday. At the shelter, guests could enjoy root beer … more
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Wendy Lukert announces the winners of the grand prize drawing at the Blair Public Library's end of summer celebration on Friday. Each grand prize was a laundry basket full of toys, stuffed animals and more.
Blair Library celebrates the end of its summer reading program
The Blair Public Library wrapped up its summer reading program with an end of summer party consisting of grand prizes and a Wildlife Encounters presentation. This year’s summer readers … more
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Kennady Gregory (12) pours a cup of lemonade for a customer.
Blair girls raise money for animal shelter 7 years in a row
At the age of 4, Lucy Walker sold lemonade with her dog to raise money for the Jeanette Hunt - Blair Animal Shelter. Seven years later, she and her friends continue to carry on what has since been a … more
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Elijah Logan
Iowa man pleads not guilty to first-degree murder
A Council Bluffs, Iowa, man accused of entering a Blair home and shooting two people, resulting in the death of one victim, entered a not guilty plea via waiver July 10. Elijah Logan, 23, is … more
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The Highway 91 Music Fest will be held at the former Dana College campus football field Sept. 2.
Former Dana campus to host Highway 91 Music Fest
The former Dana College football field will be the home to a five-and-a-half hour musical event in September. The Highway 91 Music Fest will be held Sept. 2 at Dana College starting at 2:30 … more
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Arlington resident Kat White is embarking on a 50-mile march from Lincoln to Omaha on Aug. 26, and will be carrying a family flag with her during the journey.
Arlington resident to compete in 50-mile walk
Arlington resident Kat White is embarking on her second 50-mile march this August. The 50-Mile March is a nonprofit organization, and the event is held to raise money and support homeless … more
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