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Kevin Willis discusses deployment to Maui during wildfire crisis
For about 17 days, Blair City Council member and former Chief Deputy Washington County Sheriff Kevin Willis and a team of about a dozen Region IV Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team (DMORT) … more
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Kennard Grace United Methodist Church is celebrating 135 years of worship during its harvest dinner this Sunday.
Kennard Grace United Methodist Church celebrates 135 years of worship
Kennard Grace United Methodist Church has seen many generations of families walk into its doors during its 135 years of being open. The church is celebrating this milestone by holding a harvest … more
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Captain America throws a bag at the corn hole toss sponsored by the Arlington Girls Basketball program last year on Halloween.
Halloween events schedules across county
Fort Calhoun: The Enhancement Committee is holding its annual Trunk-or-Treat at West Market Square Park on Halloween from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Several cars will be parked along 15th Street with candy … more
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The wedding photo of PC and Dema Sorensen in 1898. The two would relocate to Blair following their marriage.
Colorado woman visits DAAL, finds old letters from great aunt
One descendant of a Blair resident was able to unveil some interesting family history at the Danish American Archive and Library (DAAL). Carol Svendsen, of Denver, Colo., spent two days … more
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Henry Neef, second from left, was honored for 50 years of service at the Blair Volunteer Fire Department banquet Saturday at the Blair Marina. Pictured with Neef, from left, is Chief Joe Leonard, First Assistant Chief Dave Aten and Second Assistant Chief Joe Maguire.
Blair Fire and Rescue holds annual banquet
The Blair Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department’s annual banquet was held to celebrate the yearly accomplishments of the department and its volunteer members. Held at the Blair Marina, the … more
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Blair board takes action on busing items
The Blair Community Schools District Board of Education approved two items related to district busing at its regular meeting Oct. 9.  First, the board unanimously approved the purchase of … more
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Blair City Council roundup, Oct. 10
Zoning changes approved An ordinance amending the City of Blair's Zoning Regulations in relation to fences, hedges and retaining walls was unanimously passed on first reading during the regular … more
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Hillside Church of Blair members have a long history of attending to worship and spread faith. From left, pastor Chris Heng, Vickie Kern, Joan Andersen, Gloria Jensen, Everett Ball and Mary K. Miller..
Hillside Church celebrates 150 years
For 150 years, Hillside Church of Blair has welcomed longtime and new churchgoers into its home to spread faith and worship. The church is celebrating its century-and-a-half Oct. 22 with … more
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FC School Board approves option enrollment policy
The Fort Calhoun Board of Education voted 4-2 to approve to accept Policy 5004R, Resolution on School District Standards for Acceptance or Rejection of Option Enrollment Applications. Members … more
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Joe Doyle shows Fort Calhoun preschool students equipment needed on a field truck to fight fires Tuesday morning.
PHOTOS: Fort Calhoun Elementary, St. Paul's Lutheran School participate in Fire Safety Week
Washington County Board of Supervisors roundup, Oct. 10
Jail revenue update Washington County Sheriff Mike Robinson provided a September 2023 corrections billing to the Washington County Board of Supervisors during its regular meeting Tuesday. … more
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Arlington Public Schools Board of Education roundup - Oct. 9
Video scoreboards discussed  With their sights set on purchasing two video scoreboards for the Arlington Public Schools’ competition gym, members of the board of education on Monday … more
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A semi driver sustained a few injuries, though not severe, after his truck became jackknifed Thursday afternoon near 25th and Fontenelle streets.
Semi driver not seriously injured in single-vehicle accident
A semi driver was not severely injured after he lost control, causing the vehicle to veer into the shoulder and become jackknifed, near 25th and Fontenelle streets Thursday afternoon. The Blair … more
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Fort Calhoun High School football players ride on a float in the homecoming parade.
FCHS celebrates homecoming
Orange and black filled the streets of Fort Calhoun all weekend during the annual homecoming celebration. Friday began the weekend as the Fort Calhoun High School homecoming parade led Pioneers … more
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Dana alumni gathered at the Danish American Archive and Library Saturday morning for kringle, coffee and conversation.
Dana Homecoming celebrates past, present and future
Dana College’s annual homecoming celebration was full of memories and a look into the near future of the campus’ long-going revitalization project. The two-day homecoming events … more
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The Blair High School Varsity Band practices on the football field Friday morning to prepare for its first-ever field marching competition in Bennington, which took place on Saturday.
BHS Varsity, Freshman bands compete in first field competition
The Blair High School Varsity and Freshman bands competed in their first ever field marching competition Saturday at Bennington High School, earning a Superior Rating, the highest possible score. … more
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Washington County Jesse Carey wears a pink patch and various pink embelishments on his uniform, and also drives a pink Sheriff's Office vehicle during the month of October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month.
Law enforcement dons pink patches for October
The Blair Police Department and Washington County Sheriff's Office is once again showing support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by wearing their pink patches and driving in pink vehicles. The … more
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There is information on display on all five Washington County departments: Blair, Fort Calhoun, Arlington, Kennard and Herman.
Library exhibit honors local first responders
The newest exhibit at the Blair Public Library and Technology Center features information on fire safety, the 55th anniversary of the 911 system, first responders, Ben Franklin's bucket brigade, … more
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Jessica Kempcke, who is originally from Ainsworth, attended Dana College, graduating in 2009. In Blair, she met her husband, Nate, and the couple has two daughters.
'An appreciation of life'
In about one year's time, Jessica Kempcke's cancer diagnosis completely changed her outlook on life. Diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2022, Kempcke and her family worked hard to get through … more
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The Enterprise's own Joe Burns will have his photography featured at a College of Saint Mary exhibit from Oct. 26 through Dec. 14.
Washington County photographer to exhibit work at College of Saint Mary
A former educator and longtime photographer will show images from the last 20 years of his work with a Nebraska newspaper during a show Oct. 26-Dec. 14 in the Hillmer Art Gallery at College of Saint … more
Carl Lorenzen was awarded the Veterans Award for Service for his work with the Washington County Veterans Tribute Plaza Memorial and Wall of Honor at the unveiling of America's Wall of Honor in Omaha last Friday.
Lorenzen honored for Veterans Plaza work
Carl Lorenzen, who is one of many people instrumental in erecting the Veterans Tribute Plaza Memorial, was awarded the Veterans Award for Service at the Spirit of America Art Museum’s America's … more
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Kevin Flesner led a workshop at the annual Fall Leadership Conference at Midland University for FBLA Wednesday.
Arlington FBLA students participate in Midland conference
Sixteen Arlington High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) students participated in the Fall Leadership Conference (FLC) held at Midland University Wednesday. FBLA students across … more
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Fort Calhoun City Council roundup, Sept. 18
Street closure approved The Fort Calhoun City Council unanimously approved to close 15th Street at West Market Square Park on Halloween from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. for the annual Enhancement … more
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Andrew Schank, Ward 2, was awarded a plaque for his service on Blair City Council by Mayor Mindy Rump. Schank's last meeting was Sept. 12.
Blair City Council roundup, Sept. 12
Budget adopted The Blair City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2509, approving the budget statement for fiscal year 2023-24 and to be termed the "annual appropriation bill" at its regular … more
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Phases four and five of the Adams Street Corridor project includes construction of restrooms, band shell, crosswalk and also improvements such as stormwater, drainage and paving a nearby alleyway.
FC city engineer provides update to Adams Street Plaza project
A few updates were discussed regarding the Adams Street Plaza (corridor) project at the Fort Calhoun City Council regular meeting Monday evening. Phases four and five of the corridor include … more
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