The Washington County Sheriff's Office announced they are investigating a homicide that occurred early Sunday morning. Fr. Stephen Gutgsell was pronounced dead from injuries sustained during an … more

A longtime businessman and Blairite, Richard Hunt is remembered for his passion for his family business and his eccentricity. Richard died Nov. 26 due to declining health. He was 89. A … more

The annual Salvation Army Red Kettle Drive has officially began in Blair. Volunteers Bill Smutko, the unit president, said the Blair chapter hopes to raise $20,000 during the campaign. So … more

Christmas and holiday carols rang out Tuesday evening in the Otte Blair Middle School gym Tuesday evening. The performance was directed by Jonathan Jaworski and Courtney Reznicek. Starting … more

The last weekends selling Christmas trees to longtime and new customers was bittersweet for family members at Hansen Tree Farm. Following the passing of Ronald Hansen in October, Hansen Tree … more

The annual Christmas for the Coat, hosted by Joseph's Coat/Washington County Food Pantry, had another successful early morning breakfast drive-thru Wednesday. The event was sponsored this year … more

City administrator receives pay increase The Blair City Council unanimously approved a 4% pay increase for City Administrator Phil Green during its regular meeting Nov. 28 in the council … more

If the internet went out for an entire week, what would the world become? Fort Calhoun High School actors will portray how social media stars, chronic online-shoppers and internet trolls behave … more

As part of a special Friendsgiving potluck, the Blair Housing Authority (BHA) was gifted a special lunch from REACH Church Saturday afternoon. Held for the Parkview Manor residents at the BHA's … more