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The KRW Construction team won the Blair Youth Softball Association Modified B Division (grades 4-6) Tournament on June 30 at the Youth Sports Complex.
BYSA crowns Modified Tournament champions
Little girls in matching green shirts huddled and hugged at home plate June 30 to celebrate their tournament title at the Blair Youth Sports Complex.The grades 2-3 Jennings Plant Services team won … more
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A 22-year-old male was transported to the Memorial Community Hospital and Health System following a single-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon near Kennard.
One transported following single-vehicle accident
A 22-year-old man was transported following a possible medical episode resulting in a single-vehicle accident near county roads 26 and 29 Tuesday afternoon. The Washington County Sheriff's Office, … more
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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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Pioneers junior Sam Brewer slides into second base June 29 during a camp session in Fort Calhoun.
Sliding through summer
Weekday morning Fort Calhoun High School softball camp sessions brought the Pioneers back together on their home field last week.“It's, like, familiar, I guess,” junior Sam Brewer said. … 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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Blair Little League A's Trace Stratman, from left, Drake Jennings, Donovan Maggio and Tyce Larsen celebrate their Major League division tournament title Tuesday at Wederquist Field.
Celebrating titles
Drake Jennings laid down the game-ending tag at third-base Tuesday, capping a night of Blair Little League Baseball tournament title games with an A's celebration.The infielder's team won the Major … more
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Arlington Junior Legion base runner Darren Olson, right, races around third base toward home Monday at the Washington County Fairgrounds.
Post 71 Juniors top Lakeview in league tourney
A 2-0 first inning lead was just the start for a Arlington Junior Legion baseball team beginning Ralph Bishop League (RBL) Tournament play.The Post 71 Eagles scored six more runs Monday at the … 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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Former Blair Bear Auggie Rasmussen earned a Division I roster spot at Illinois State with his play over two years at Iowa Western.
College Baseball/Softball Roundup: Taking their bases
Illinois State baseball coach Steve Holm was pleased to be adding former Blair Bear Auggie Rasmussen to his Redbirds roster.“Auggie comes to us from junior college powerhouse, Iowa … more
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Jeff Christiansen, from left, Brad Taylor, Cary Going and Marshall Nelson play the ninth green Wednesday afternoon during league play at River Wilds Golf Club.
River Wilds Golf Club to host upcoming tournaments
Two annual tournaments are on the horizon for River Wilds Golf Club as six leagues continue summer competition.The Red, White & Blue Tournament is Saturday with an 8 a.m. tee time. The Big Cup … more
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Cape
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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Volunteers organize some of the nearly one thousand pounds of food donated to the Washington County Food Pantry at Joseph's Coat on June 23 as part of its Pack the Pantry food drive.
'Neighbors helping neighbors'
The Washington County Food Pantry at Joseph's Coat received a major boost to help a growing number of families in need. From June 23 to 25, the food pantry held a special Pack the Pantry event, … more
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McGovern String Band banjo player Daren Blythe and Kelly McGovern perform at Bluegrass at the Depot Sunday afternoon.
Fiddlin' at the Depot
The Depot at Lion's Park on Sunday hosted  three bluegrass bands and a youth fiddle contest.  People packed the park to take in the sights and sounds of the  afternoon.  more
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Following a lightning strike and fire in May, First Baptist Church is in the process of rebuilding in the older building. Connie Green, the church's secretary, said the church is expected to be repaired by the end of the summer.
First Baptist Church rebuilding following fire
First Baptist Church has slightly more work ahead in order to repair the main part of the building. The church was damaged following a fire caused by a lightning strike May 17. The smokestack … more
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A map shows three proposed options for a road relocation project of County Road 35 to accomodate the expansion of the runway at the Blair Municipal Airport.
Blair Airport Authority continues discussion on road relocation
Following a lengthy discussion at last week's Washington County Board of Supervisors meeting, the Blair Airport Authority welcomed additional comments and questions regarding a future runway … more
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Will Abler of Real Reptiles shows off a small alligator to a group of kids at the Blair Public Library and Technology Center Tuesday.
Reptiles at the library
Things got wild at the library Tuesday. Will Abler of Real Reptiles brought everything from frogs to albino boa constrictors to a large group of kids at the Blair Public Library and Technology Center. more
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Fort Calhoun native Katie Benson was appointed as District Court Judge in the Fourth Judicial District (Douglas County).
Fort Calhoun native appointed district judge
A Fort Calhoun native has been appointed as a district court judge. Katie Benson, now of Omaha, was appointed by Gov. Pete Ricketts as District Court Judge in the Fourth Judicial … more
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