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Fort Calhoun native Katie Benson was appointed as District Court Judge in the Fourth Judicial District (Douglas County).
Welcome to Benson's court
Katie Benson wasn't always interested in law, but found her calling shortly after undergrad to pursue her lifelong career. Benson, a Fort Calhoun native who graduated from Fort Calhoun High … more
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Families lined up for free backpacks from Reach Church at Pack the Park last year. Reach will once again offer Pack the Park on Aug. 7 at the Blair Youth Sports Complex.
Shoe giveaway added to this year's Pack the Park
This year's Pack the Park will once again provide hundreds of area children with new backpacks and school supplies, but an exciting twist has been added. On Aug. 7, Reach Church will host Pack … more
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Positive cases shown for the Three Rivers Public Health Department area since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID check-in
A slight decrease of COVID-19 cases is being reported in the Three Rivers Public Health Department area. In a seven-day period, ending June 30, the three-county area saw 67 new cases, down from … more
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Progress continues on the new Holiday Inn Express in Blair. The hotel is expected to open in early- to mid-August.
Mid-August opening expected for Blair Holiday Inn Express
Blair's newest hotel is nearing completion. Deven Patel, regional manager for Sai Properties, said the Holiday Inn Express, 1933 Holly Street, is expected to be completed by mid-August “at … more
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Patricia Bentsen, a Blair resident, spent almost 50 years as an ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church of America) sponsored missionary in Madagascar. Wednesday afternoon, Bentsen shared her experience with a group of about 20 visitors at the Blair Public Library and Technology Center.
Blair resident shares story of 50-year Madagascar missionary journey
For 50 years, Blair resident Patricia Bentsen spent her time as a nurse and missionary in several parts of Madagascar. Along with multiple items collected over the years that Bentsen shared with … more
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A map shows the features proposed for the Easterseals Nebraska camp on the former Dana College campus.
City, Easterseals partner for grant
The City of Blair recently agreed to apply for a significant loan on behalf of Easterseals Nebraska for its new camp on the former Dana College campus.  In June, Easterseals announced plans … more
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Washington County 4-H students take in a workshop about babysitting. Washington County Extension, along with other area groups and organizations, offer summer activities to keep students sharp and engaged while they wait for the new school year to begin.
Summer education and entertainment sharpen minds
A little education and engagement during the summer can mean a lot when the new school year begins. Blair Community Schools and area organizations each summer offer a wide array of educational … more
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The Blair Volunteer Fire Department and Blair Police Department responded to a fire that broke out in the 800 block of North 12th Street Thursday afternoon. Though the fire is still under investigation, police suspect it could have been caused by fireworks.
Shed fire quickly extinguished by BVFD
The Blair Volunteer Fire Department and Blair Police Department responded to a fire that broke out on a residential fence and shed Thursday afternoon in the 800 block of North 12th Street. The … more
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Blair man pleads guilty to threatening to kill wildlife officer
A Blair man who made threats against a federal wildlife officer accepted a plea deal and was found guilty in federal court Tuesday morning. Cody A. Cape, 23, pleaded guilty to threatening to … more
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Ira Nathan speaks to a group at the Florence Mill in Omaha Thursday evening about his journey to learn about his family's history and Nathan's Lake, located neaer Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuge in Washington County.
'Ancestors deserve to be remembered'
One man's curiosity about obtaining his family history has opened many doors and uncovered many stories about his ancestors. Ira Nathan, a Scottsbluff native, spoke to a group Thursday evening … more
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Kari Hernandez and her daughter, Emma, ready the tent ahead of the opening of Wild Willy's Fireworks on June 24.
Firework sales blast off in Blair
This weekend, hundreds flocked to brightly colored tents throughout Blair with the hopes of finding explosive deals. June 24 marked the first day of legal firework sales and discharges in the … more
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Fireworks will light up the night sky at the former Dana College campus on the Fourth of July in Blair.
Firework show returns to Blair
Blair Celebrations is ready to wow with its annual Fourth of July fireworks display. Connie Green, an organizer for Blair Celebrations, said the show will once again be held on July 4 at … more
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