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Washington County Board of Supervisors roundup, Aug. 8
Assessor vehicle bid accepted The Washington County Board of Supervisors unanimously accepted to approve a bid from Woodhouse for the Assessor's office to purchase a vehicle during its regular … more
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Missouri man arrested for drug possession
A Kansas City, Mo., man was arrested for allegedly having drugs on his person while attempting to cash a fraudulent check in Fort Calhoun. Christopher Villines, 47, is charged with possession of … more
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Blair woman takes plea deal in child abuse case
A Blair woman accused of child abuse accepted a plea deal and was found guilty Aug. 8 in Washington County District Court. Alicia Adel, 36, pleaded no contest to the amended charge of committing … 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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Blair City Council roundup, August 9
Downtown condominiums allowed to waive off-street parking requirements The council approved a conditional use permit (CUP) for 10 condominiums to be located in a downtown building with no … 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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Omaha man sentenced for fifth DUI
An Omaha man who was arrested for drinking and driving in Washington County was sentenced to 30 to 84 months in prison Tuesday in Washington County District Court. Andre Quimby, 33, pleaded … 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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Omaha woman pleads guilty to possession charge
An Omaha woman who was found with drugs in her vehicle during a traffic stop in Washington County accepted a plea deal and was found guilty Tuesday in Washington County District Court. Cecilia … 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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Planning Commission approves proposed downtown condominiums
The Blair Planning Commission voted 5-1 to recommend to approve a 20-year conditional use permit to construct 10 condominiums and a third floor above the currently-vacant Fernando's restaurant during … more
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Satisfied customers: kids leave the distribution area with shoes and school kits.
Pack the Park distributes items to local students
Reach Church held its annual Pack the Park Sunday to give away back-to-school supplies for local students. Students and families lined up as early as 1 p.m. along Jackson Street and into the … more
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Claire and Brayden Mostek, 10, donated items to the Jeanette Hunt - Blair Animal Shelter in lieu of presents for their birthday on July 10.
Blair twins donate 10th birthday gifts to shelter
For their golden birthday on July 10, Brayden and Claire Mostek forewent receiving gifts of their own and opted to ask their friends and family members to supply items to the Jeanette Hunt - Blair … 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 River Road Connector Trail map as presented.
City of Blair awarded TAP grant
The City of Blair announced it was one of 10 recipients of a Nebraska Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant. The grant will go towards supporting the new river road connector trail … 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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Pictured from left are Blair FBLA members Chloe Schrick, Paige Dykstra, Jenna, Murch-Shafer, Izzy Hartvigsen and Caroline Schrick.
Blair FBLA members attend Leadership Conference
The Blair Future Business Leaders of America attended the FBLA National Leadership Conference held in Atlanta, Ga., from June 26 to July 1. The theme of this year’s conference was One … more
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
Fort Calhoun Mayor Mitch Robinson discussed the proposed economic development plan and LB 840 Thursday evening during a town hall at Fort Calhoun High School.
Town hall held to discuss LB 840
A public hearing was held Thursday evening at Fort Calhoun High School to discuss LB 840 and the proposed adoption of the city's economic development plan by appropriating annually from the city … more
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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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