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BPD to randomly distribute 12, $100 gifts
Blair police officers will soon look to spread a little extra holiday cheer. The Blair Police Department recently received an anonymous donation of $1,200 from a long-time Blair resident in … more
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No serious injuries were reported as a result of a two-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon on 13th and South streets in Blair.
No serious injuries reported in 13th and South accident
The Blair Police Department and Blair Fire and Rescue Department responded to a two-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon on 13th and South streets in Blair. Officer Aaron Wattenbach said one … more
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Sisters Ellie, left, and Macie Collins will perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York Thursday. The girls have been dancing for more than 10 years.
FCHS sisters to showcase dancing in NYC
Two sisters will take to the streets of New York City to participate in the largest parade in America. Ellie, 16, and Macie, 14, Collins will perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Nov. 24 … more
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Fort Calhoun Board of Education roundup, Nov. 14
School bus bid The board unanimously accepted a big from Cornhusker International for a 65-passenger, 250-horsepower diesel bus for $99,100. The bus was the lowest bid, and is also available … more
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The 4-H Achievement Day was held at the Rybin Building at the Washington County Fairgrounds Sunday afternoon. The event had several activities for 4-Hers and families to participate in.
Achievement Day awards 4-Hers
Many 4-Hers were awarded during an open house at the Washington County Fairgrounds Sunday afternoon. Held at the Rybin Building, the event welcomed the 4-H members and their families to snacks, … more
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Families have their pictures taken in front of the Christmas tree outside of Blair City Hall following the tree lighting at the Tannenbaum event on Nov. 17.
Blair lights up for the holidays
The colorful lights on the large tree outside Blair City Hall are on, which means the holidays have arrived in the city. Blair Mayor Rich Hansen flipped the switch to the lights on Nov. 17 as … more
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A rendering of the new Blair High School marching band uniforms.
Blair Community Schools Board of Education roundup, Nov. 21
New band uniforms approved Blair High School band director Chaz Fonda presented a prototype of the potential new marching band uniforms. The main uniforms will be purple jackets with the … more
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Spruce trees planted in 2022 at Veteran’s Park in Papillion through the Papio NRD’s Celebrate Trees Grant Program.
Applications open for Papio NRD's 2023 Celebrate Trees Grant Program
Celebrate Trees is a grant program administered by the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District (Papio NRD). The grant provides funding for tree planting on public land for community benefit. … more
Dickinson set to retire after 42 years with BCS
Mark Dickinson has been with Blair Community Schools since his freshman year at Dana College. Looking for a job to make a little money, he found a part-time gig driving a school bus for the … more
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Blair natives Lisa Gustin and Lorene Larsen have decorated a tree displayed at the Beresheim House in Council Bluffs to reflect the Danish American heritage of Blair. The tree is on display as part of the annual Christmas at the Hisotric Dodge House.
Tree tells Blair tales
Nods to Blair's Danish American heritage meet a Council Bluffs holiday favorite this season. Last Tuesday marked the beginning of the annual Christmas at the Historic General Dodge House, where … more
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Angels Share, the nonprofit repurposing the former Dana College campus, will soon renovate the former Mickelsen and Blair halls.
Funding complete for $17.4 million project on former Dana College Campus
The Angels Share Inc. Board of Directors is excited to announce that funding for a major project on the former Dana College campus is finally complete, with construction to begin immediately. … more
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The Blair Police Department and Blair Fire and Rescue squad responded to a two-vehicle personal injury accident Monday morning at 13th and Grant streets, which involved a truck and SUV.
One transported following personal injury accident
One person was transported to the hospital due to injuries following a two-vehicle accident at 13th and Grant streets Monday morning. The Blair Fire and Rescue squad and Blair Police Department … more
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Eight Arlington Middle School students attended the Fremont Middle School Festival Choir Oct. 29. Students from Fremont, Blair, Tekamah, Bergan and Arlington prepared five songs with their classroom teachers. Pictured from left, Reid Lancaster, Gwen Bostwick, Elijah Hansen, Clayton Coe, Jax Tighe, Rachelle Praus, Emma Lucas and Peyton Brazelton.
Vocal Music Department participates in several events
The past few weeks have been busy for the Arlington Vocal Music Department.  Three weeks ago, eight middle school students attended the Fremont Middle School Festival Choir. Students … more
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Walthill man pleads guilty to DUI
A Walthill man who drove while intoxicated and refused to perform field sobriety and breath tests accepted a plea deal and was found guilty Tuesday in Washington County District Court. Jamie … more
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The Optimist Club of Blair's Christmas Toy Project is kicking off throughout the county. The drive, in conjunction with the Adopt-a-Family aspect, has been around for more than 10 years, assisting families and children around the county during the holiday season.
Optimist Club Christmas project underway
The Blair Optimist Club is holding its annual Christmas Toy Project for the holiday season. The longtime project was created for businesses in the county to assist families during the holidays or … more
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Fort Calhoun man takes plea deal for attempted possession
A Fort Calhoun man who was found with marijuana in his vehicle following a traffic stop accepted a plea deal and was found guilty Tuesday in Washington County District Court. Benjamin Robinson, … more
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Rebecca Smith, an Omaha-based attorney, started Read Me a Story 30 years ago in order to help connect inmates to their children while they are incarcerated. The program is available to inmates at the Washington County Justic Center.
'Something to hope for'
Editor's note: This is the first 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 were … more
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Omaha man sentenced for drug possession charge
An Omaha man who was found with methamphetamine in his vehicle after a traffic stop accepted a plea deal, was found guilty and sentenced to 342 days in jail Tuesday in Washington County District … more
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Manny Banner
MCH receives Performance Leadership Award for Patient Perspective from Chartis Center for Rural Health
As part of the National Rural Health Day celebration, Memorial Community Hospital and Health System (MCH)] today announced it has been recognized with a 2022 Performance Leadership Award for … more
The Salvation Army's Washington County unit will kick off its Red Kettle campaign begins on Nov. 26. Kettles will be at Family Fare and Walmart in Blair.
Salvation Army kettles return on Nov. 26
Bell ringers will soon be back at Blair grocery stores. The Salvation Army red kettles will be stationed at Family Fare and Walmart in Blair beginning on Nov. 26 and run every Saturday until … more
The layout of the proposed kindergarten through fifth grade configuration at Arbor Park.
Reconfiguration plan of K-5 at Blair Schools presented
With a steady increase of enrollment expected to continue, the Blair Community School District is looking to potentially reconfigure grades kindergarten through five. The plan will be the subject of … more
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Darlene Cooper (left) and Arlene Fischbach (right), who grew up with the maiden name Lorey, have reunited at Carter Place in Blair after several years apart.
'We were always together'
Arlene Fischbach and Darlene Cooper (who share the maiden name Lorey) will be 92 in January, but their birthday present came a bit early. With Darlene coming to Carter Place in Blair just a few … more
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Hugh and Jane Hunt recently awarded a $1 million gift to the Washington County Community Foundation. In addition to their $1 million gift, Hugh and Jane have pledged to mach another million dollars if the Foundation can raise that amount for the endowment by the end of the year.
Washington County Community Foundation receives million dollar gift
The Washington County Community Foundation is thrilled to announce that it will receive a $1 million gift from Hugh and Jane Hunt. It is the largest single gift to the Foundation in its … more
Mindy Rump
Meet Blair's new mayor
On Nov. 8, Mindy Rump earned election as Blair's new mayor. Rump, a Blair native, said she ran for the position to further her service towards the community and give back to the community that … more
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Blair Volunteer Fire and Rescue and Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue departments battled the fire for roughly 20 minutes on Thursday, Nov. 17.
None injured in fire at Kimberly Manor Apartments
Blair Volunteer Fire and Rescue and Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue departments responded to the report of a fire at 2467 Nebraska St. at the Kimberly Manor Apartments shortly before 1 p.m. on Thursday. … more
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