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Heavy smoke pours out of a mobile home unit on Longview Drive as firefighters spray an active fire inside the unit. No one was injured in the Dec. 26 fire but a cat inside the home died.
Fire destroys mobile home in Blair
A fire destroyed a mobile home unit in Blair on Dec. 26. Blair Volunteer Fire and Rescue and Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue responded to reports of a working fire at a mobile home on Longview … more
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A fire started around 12:30 a.m. at Critter Close-Ups in Herman Christmas day. Multiple fire departments responded, and it took around five hours to put out. Nine exotic animals were lost in the fire.
Critter Close-Ups building catches fire Christmas morning
Early Christmas morning, a fire broke out at Critter Close-Ups building in Herman, causing owner Jodi Osborne to not hesitate to run in and try and save her animals. Osborne was able to rescue … more
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The roads were more manageable to maintain following Wednesday's storm, which yielded less snow than predicted for law enforcement and the county Roads Department.
Winter weather safety cautioned
With winter well underway, conditions such as Wednesday night's snow and wind storm call for safety measures to be put in place to keep residents safe. Capt. Travis Lyon of the Blair Police … more
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Fort Calhoun City Council Roundup, Dec. 19
City Engineer updates Fort Calhoun City Engineer Lucas Billesbach provided a few updates and action items for the Fort Calhoun City Council during its regular meeting Dec. 19. The 2022 lift … more
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The Hayden Place Development, which formerly contained Jimmy John's, Scooters and Anytime Fitness, will soon have new storefronts.
Plans in store for Hayden Place property
Great Clips won’t be alone much longer. Shawn Kralik, a dentist practicing out of West Point, purchased the Hayden Place property in July and has been in talks with several potential … more
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Blair preschoolers got in the holiday spirit on Dec. 19 with a cookie decorating party.
Festive fun and creative cookies
The Blair PTO last week sponsored cookie decorating parties for elementary students at Blair schools. Unfortunately, due to weather, the parties on Wednesday and Thursday were cancelled. They … more
Fremont man arrested for drug distribution
A Fremont man was arrested after being seen selling drugs during an undercover operation in Arlington. Damian Hopkins, 21, is charged with distribution of a controlled substance, a Class 2A … more
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The Washington County Museum secured funding from the Washington County and Fremont Area community foundations for a signage project around the county in February, and additional funding from Fort Calhoun and Blair city councils in March.
Museum provides updates on signage project
The Washington County Museum is moving steadily with its signage project in Fort Calhoun. Julie Ashton, the museum's director, provided an update to the Fort Calhoun City Council at its regular … more
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The Arlington High School choir began their section with Paul McCartney's "Wonderful Christmastime" Tuesday at the winter concert.
Arlington Music Department performs winter concert
After a rescheduling due to winter weather, the Arlington Music Department held its winter concert for families and friends Tuesday evening in the main gym. The program featured many holiday … more
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Airport authority reviews Capital Improvement Program
Preliminary steps for the airport's runway expansion is among the Blair Airport Authority's top priorities in the next few years. The Blair Airport Authority reviewed its annual Capital … more
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Jordan Rishel was named the Washington County Community Foundation's Executive Director.
Rishel named WCCF executive director
The Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) has announced the hiring of its new executive director. Jordan Rishel, most recently director of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, will … more
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A house on Sunset Drive in Fort Calhoun has trees for all to see.
Washington County lights up for the holidays
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Fort Calhoun School Board roundup, Dec. 12
Standing committee reports The American Civics and Finance committees for the Fort Calhoun School Board discussed several items Dec. 12 a the school board meeting. The two committees meet … more
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Kay Arispe (standing), program therapist with Senior Life Solutions, speaks at Memorial Community Hospital on Thurs. Dec. 15.
Coping with grief during the holidays
Heather Scholting and Kay Arispe of Senior Life Solutions spoke to a group at Memorial Community Hospital on Thursday afternoon regarding grief and how to manage it during the holiday … more
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The Otte Blair Middle School 6th grade choir sang four numbers at the Otte Blair Middle School 6th Grade Concert on Dec. 13.
OMS hosts holiday concert
Alumni and community members join with the combined Blair Choirs to sing the Hallelujah Chorus.
Singin' in the holidays
After postponement last week due to weather, the Blair High School presented the Winter Vocal Concert Wednesday evening under the direction of Patrick Hays. The concert included the traditional … more
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No risk posed by drinking water violation
A notice of violation of drinking water regulations was sent to Blair residents last week but city officials assure residents no risk towards personal health was present at any time. The … more
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Washington County Community Foundation grant recipients received their grants Dec. 15 during a presentation banquet at the Washington County Fairgrounds.
'One of the best nights of the year'
Non-profits throughout Washington County received a heartfelt boost towards their collective goal of community betterment. The Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) held its annual … more
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Washington County Board of Supervisors roundup, Dec. 13
Sheriff updates The Washington County Board of Supervisors heard an update on the Washington County Jail Corrections billing Tuesday during its regular meeting. Sheriff Mike Robinson … more
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Hansel
Hansel terminated at County Board meeting
Bill Hansel, Washington County's Highway Supt., was terminated after a unanimous decision by the Washington County Board of Supervisors Tuesday at its regular meeting. The board entered into … more
From left, James Chvala, Stan and Carol Latta have a discussion with inmates at the Washington County Justice Center Monday afternoon.
Chaplain services bring faith to incarcerated individuals
Editor's note: This is the fifth and final story in a series highlighting a few of the programs and services offered at the Washington County Justice Center. These programs and services, whether they … more
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The Arlington Community Church quickly filled its wish list for the Angel Tree donations, with 68 packages being wrapped for kids in the community.
Arlington Community Church gives back with Angel Tree donations
The Arlington Community Church came together to give back to to the community this Christmas season. The Angel Tree donations were created to provide gifts to families and children in the … more
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Herman Chapter 216, Order of the Eastern Star, collected 75 pounds of food at their November and December meetings. On Dec. 10 it was delivered to the Washington County Food Pantry.
Herman Chapter 216 collects food for food pantry
Herman Chapter 216, Order of the Eastern Star, collected 75 pounds of food at their November and December meetings. On Dec. 10, it was delivered to the Washington County Food Pantry. Donations … more
New Blair mayor Mindy Rump smiles as she's sworn in by Blair City Clerk Brenda Wheeler during the Dec. 13 council meeting.
New mayor, council sworn in; outgoing members recognized for service
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BCS approves K-5 plan
Beginning in the 2023-24 school year, grades kindergarten through five at Blair schools will be held under two roofs. The Blair Community Schools Board of Education on Dec. 12 approved a plan … more
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