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The 2024 Blair High School baseball team won the Class B-6 District title Friday at Vets Field, securing their school's first state tournament berth since 2017.
Postseason Update: Blair baseball earns 1st state trip since 2017
The Blair High School baseball team is returning to the NSAA Class B State Championships for the first time since 2017. The Bears (11-11 overall) beat Platte Valley 2-1 Friday to secure their spot … more
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Monika and Justin Philp's home on County Road 32 was one of many that was destroyed following Friday afternoon's tornado.
'One day at a time'
Monika Philp remembers her home on County Road 32 getting darker and darker, and within a minute after taking shelter in the basement, her ears began to pop and everything began to shake violently. … more
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Fort Calhoun High School soon-to-be-graduates Natalie Reichert and Grayson Bouwman were chosen as the class of 2024 valedictorians for Saturday afternoon.
Pioneers to walk the stage Saturday at graduation
Fort Calhoun High School's class of 2024 will officially be graduates Saturday afternoon. Commencement begins in the new gym starting at 2 p.m. The two class valedictorians this year are … more
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Gov. Jim Pillen speaks to individuals at Lakeland Sunday morning. Also pictured with Pillen, from left, are NEMA Assistant Director Erv Portis, Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly and Board of Supervisors Chairman Steve Dethlefs.
Gov. Pillen responds to Expedited Federal Disaster Declaration
LINCOLN, NE  – At the request of Governor Jim Pillen, President Joe Biden granted a major disaster declaration for the state, triggering the release of federal funds to help Nebraska … more
Blair junior Brynn Ray, middle, celebrates a first-half goal with teammates Laynie Brown, left, and Taytum Macholan on Tuesday at Krantz Field. The Bears beat Omaha Roncalli in subdistrict play.
Starting the postseason right
The Blair High School girls soccer team entered postseason play on a four-match losing streak. It ended that skid decisively Tuesday during its first game of the Class B-3 Subdistrict Tournament at … more
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Fort Calhoun's Kaylee Taylor competes in the triple jump Monday during the Nebraska Capitol Conference Meet at Douglas County West. The Pioneers and Arlington Eagles participated after the event was postponed from Saturday.
Eagles outdo Pioneers at NCC track meet
The Arlington High School boys fell just eight points shy of first place Monday during the Nebraska Capitol Conference Track & Field Championships in Valley. With rainwater lining the edges of … more
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Blair baseball players Lucas Matejka, from left, Nate Wachter and J'Shawn Unger celebrate a pair of second inning runs Thursday during B-6 District Tournament play at Bennington. The Bears faced seward during the first round.
Postseason Update: Blair baseball, girls soccer reach district finals
The Blair High School baseball team started its postseason run 8:44 p.m. Thursday and finished off its first win at 11:10. The third-seeded Bears (10-11 overall) bested second-seeded Seward, 5-0, and … more
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County Board approves rental contract with Skinny Bones following tornado
The Washington County Board of Supervisors held an emergency meeting Thursday afternoon, and unanimously approved a contract with Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch to establish a staging area for volunteers … more
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Gov. Jim Pillen speaks to individuals at Lakeland April 28. Also pictured with Pillen, from left, are NEMA Assistant Director Erv Portis, Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly and Board of Supervisors Chairman Steve Dethlefs.
Gov. Pillen requests federal disaster declaration and assistance
LINCOLN, NE  – Governor Jim Pillen has submitted a request to President Joe Biden requesting a federal disaster declaration for the state. It includes a request for federal assistance … more
Allie Jabens of Fort Calhoun excitedly plays a round of pool noodle hockey Thursday during the Fun at the Fort event at Fort Calhoun High School. The event was held to bring unified students from Fort Calhoun, Arlington, Bennington and DC West together for a day of play.
Fun at the Fort brings unified athletes together
Rain and a change in location couldn't stop the cheers and joy Thursday at Fort Calhoun High School. The school, in collaboration with Special Olympics Nebraska, hosted Fun at the Fort, an … more
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Town hall meeting to be held in Kennard Friday
A town hall meeting will be held Friday at 5:30 p.m. at the Kennard Auditorium to discuss tornado recovery for Washington County residents affected by last Friday's storm. Speakers will include … more
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The Washington County Courthouse.
Emergency County Board meeting announced
The Washington County Board of Supervisors announced an emergency meeting will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. in the County Board Meeting Room. The purpose of the meeting is to develop a staging … more
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Blair goalkeeper Regan Blattert boots the ball upfield Tuesday at Krantz Field.
Subdistrict Soccer Update: Blair girls advance, boys fall
The Blair girls and boys soccer teams competed in NSAA Subdistrict competition Tuesday with the girls earning a 4-1 home win. The Bears (11-4 overall) topped Omaha Roncalli during the Class B-3 … more
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Karen Tighe poses for a photo at 3023 Country Road 31 after Friday's tornado damaged her home and vehicles. She's lived at the corner of County Road 31 and Country Road 38 for more than five decades.
Longtime Washington County resident experiences tornado up close
Karen Tighe has lived in southern Washington County for more than 50 years. “On this corner,” the 76-year old said from a seat inside her home at 3023 County Road 31. Her windows were … more
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Bears senior Ben Holcomb clears a 110-meter high hurdle Thursday during the Mike Lehl Invite at Blair High School's Krantz Field. Coach Bryan Soukup's boys team won the meet with a first-place finish in the final race.
Better than the rest
The annual Mike Lehl Invite came down to its final race Thursday at Blair High School's Krantz Field. Coach Bryan Soukup let Bears Caleb Funk, Hayden Daggett, Colin McCabe and Ethan Baessler know … more
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Arlington golfer Tyler Anthofer watches a tee shot Thursday at River Wilds Golf Club. The Eagles' home tournament started in rainy conditions.
Meehan leads Eagles at home golf invite
Eagles Jacob Meehan and Josh Hamre medaled Thursday during the Arlington Invitational at River Wilds Golf Club. Both golfers started their rounds in a steady rain, but finished tied for second and … more
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Blair sophomore Isaac Field celebrates a second-half goal against Norfolk Catholic/Lutheran High on Monday at South Sioux City.
Subdistrict Soccer Update: Blair boys win, advance
The Blair High School boys soccer team won its Class B-4 Subdistrict Tournament opener Monday in South Sioux City. The second-seeded Bears topped No. 3 Norfolk Catholic/Lutheran High 4-1, earning a … more
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Luke Donner, from left, Andrew Namuth and Jacob Meehan are the latest Nannen Physical Therapy Athletes of the Week.
2023-24 Athletes of the Week, Part 31
It’s been a tough weekend. My hope is for everyone affected by Friday’s tornado has better days ahead. Best of luck to all of you as you clean up, rebuild and come back stronger. … more
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Gov. Jim Pillen speaks to individuals at Lakeland Sunday morning. Also pictured with Pillen, from left, are NEMA Assistant Director Erv Portis, Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly and Board of Supervisors Chairman Steve Dethlefs.
Gov. Pillen visits Lakeland, discusses next steps
Gov. Jim Pillen paid Washington County a visit Sunday morning to spread a message of community and hope following Friday afternoon's tornadoes. Residents affected by the tornado, emergency … more
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A view from County Road 38 shows a Washington County home without a roof Friday evening.
PHOTOS: Washington County tornado April 26, 2024
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Volunteers at First Lutheran Church-ELCA gather pallets of water bottles Saturday afternoon. The church was set up as a hub for those in need of supplies and packing material
Red Cross stationed at First Lutheran Church
The American Red Cross set up a disaster relief location at First Lutheran Church in Blair, 2146 Wright St., following Friday afternoon's tornado. The tornado, which reportedly stretched about … more
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Friends and neighbors help with cleanup at the Kobs home along CR 33 Friday.
UPDATE: Curfew in effect in Washington County following tornado
A large tornado hit the Washington County area Friday afternoon. According to the Three Rivers Nebraska Scanner, a tornado emergency was issued around  4 p.m. in Washington County and … more
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Randy Backman is pictured with his family at QLI rehabilitation center in Omaha Sunday afternoon. Pictured from left: Sarah, Randy, Jaydyn and Whitley in front.
Randy Backman shares journey following stroke
Randy Backman has been on a long journey since a sudden stroke in January halted his work, family and volunteer life. A fundraiser for Randy, titled Randy's Warriors, is being held Saturday … more
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A ribbon cutting was held Tuesday morning to welcome the opening of the Dana Village apartments. Pictured from left: Ryan Dugdale of RVR Bank, Ed Shada of Angel Share, Ryan Durant of RMDX, Abby Johnson of Lutheran Family Services and Will Major of RMDX.
Dana Village opens with ribbon cutting event
Dana Village is officially open and welcoming new residents. The completion of the 61-bedroom apartment complex, located on the former Dana College campus, was punctuated with a ribbon cutting … more
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The Pioneers' Gavin Welchert competes in the long jump Tuesday during a track and field meet at Fort Calhoun High School.
Fun in the sun
Wind was present, but so, too, was the sun for Tuesday's 21st annual Pioneer Invite. The Fort Calhoun track and field team claimed second in the boys' team standings at its home meet, while the girls … more
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