The Fort Calhoun High School Pioneer Band will perform its annual holiday concert, Music for the Christmas Season, Sunday at 3 p.m. in the high school gym. The concert is open to the public and … more

A Missouri Valley, Iowa, man was arrested after driving while intoxicated on U.S. Highway 30. Daniel Kessel, 56, was charged with driving under the influence with three prior convictions, a Class … more

Blair High School's activities director, Dan Hutsell, has resigned. more

It’s the Christmas season and the time when many families hit the local tree farms for the perfect tree. Nationwide, a shortage of trees has the potential to disrupt those decoration plans due to climate changes and supply chain issues.  more

After a record-breaking year in 2020 amidst a global pandemic, Washington County pushed through again and raised more than $100,000 during Washington County Gives on Giving Tuesday. As of … more

An Omaha man who was found with drugs during a traffic stop was sentenced to 10 days and two years probation Tuesday in Washington County District Court. Steven Cannon, 33, pleaded guilty to … more

A Fort Calhoun sophomore was able to accomplish one of her biggest goals over Thanksgiving weekend. Ellie Collins traveled to New York City and danced with hundreds of other dancers at the Macy's … more

An Omaha man who was found with drugs in his vehicle during a traffic stop pleaded not guilty to his charge. Ryan Forrest, 37, was charged with possession of a controlled substance, a Class 4 … more

A Blair man was arrested after driving intoxicated with a young child in his vehicle. Dane Pedersen, 36, was charged with committing child abuse intentionally with no injury, a Class 3A felony; … more

A Plattsmouth man who aided and abetted his partner in assaulting another man accepted a plea deal and was found guilty Tuesday in Washington County District Court. Dylan Smith, 26, pleaded no … more

Memorial Community Hospital and Health System’s (MCH) annual Tree of Life campaign has officially kicked off. Every year it is determined how the campaign funds raised will be used to … more

For Jesse and Jill Johnson, the fire hall — also known as the city hall auditorium — was the perfect place for their wedding reception. “It was nice to have it in Blair and all … more