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The Danish American Archive and Library recently received a mosaic done by Bill Thomsen, who created the Tower of the Four Winds mosaic.
A heavy piece of history
A unique piece of art has found its way to the Danish American Archive and Library (DAAL) in Blair. Now the question is how to display it. The museum is now home to a mosaic done by Bill Thomsen, … more
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PHOTOS: Blair Homecoming Memories 2022
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Star Cave Cook said she wants to start a childcare center in Kennard in order for families to have a close location to take their children during the day.
Child care center amendment on agenda for next Kennard Board meeting
With no childcare centers Kennard, Star Cook said she is hoping to provide the service to families in the village. Kennard Board of Trustees will host a meeting Oct. 17, in which a proposed … more
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Faith Village began with a song Wednesday evening at Fort Calhoun Presbyterian Church.
Faith Village celebrates 17 years of worship
Seventeen years ago, the Fort Calhoun Presbyterian Church implemented a program for children to have fun learning about their faith. Faith Village entered its 17th year, with 46 children … more
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Aaron McCoy, third from left, was awarded for 10 years of service at the Blair Volunteer Fire Department's annual banquet Saturday at the Blair Marina. Pictured with McCoy, from left, are Kent Nicholson, Dave Aten and Joe Leonard.
Volunteers awarded for service at firefighter’s banquet
One table was left unseated at the annual firefighter’s banquet Saturday at the Blair Marina in honor of the Blair Volunteer Fire Department’s members who have passed away. “ … more
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Memorial Community Hospital and Health System CEO Manny Banner addresses the crowd at the annual Gateway Development Corporation luncheon after MCH was named as Gateway's Growth and Prosperity Award winner on Oct. 6.
Gateway hosts annual Washington County luncheon
Celebration of recent successes and cautious optimism towards the future were common themes at the Gateway Development Corporation's Annual Luncheon on Oct. 6. Mike Rooks, Gateway Development … more
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DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge park ranger Peter Rea speaks about how Duck Stamp programs have benefitted conservation efforts during a presentation and dedication of the First of State exhibit on Oct. 9.
DeSoto Duck Stamp exhibit celebrates conservation
DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge is a perfect home for a piece of history that has helped protect wetland habitats across the country. On Oct. 9, DeSoto staff hosted a program about the Federal Duck … more
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Joey Lamontia and Seagan Packett-Trisdale recreate the famous "Time of My Life" scene from Dirty Dancing during a dance routine with the football and dance teams at the Blair High School homecoming pep rally on Oct. 7.
Time of our lives
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Ryan Lemaster, 33 of Blair, was reported missing on the evening of Oct. 3. A Missing Endangered Advisory was issued for Lemaster early Tuesday morning. As of Wednesday evening, he had not been located.
Missing Blair man found safely after two-day search
The search for a missing Blair man had a happy ending after he was missing for more than two days. Ryan Lemaster, 33, was located near the 2300 block of Clark Street in Blair after a citizen … more
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Arlington High School Senior Luke Hammang was chosen as Runza Student of the Week. He was nominated by his teacher Michaela Curran.
AHS senior named Runza Student of the Week
With extracurricular activities being an imperative aspect of his high school life, Luke Hammang, senior at Arlington High School, fit the criteria to win Runza Student of the Week. The award is a … more
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Winnebago woman sentenced to probation for drug charge
A Winnebago woman who was found with drugs in her vehicle during a traffic stop was sentenced to 18 months of probation Tuesday in Washington County District Court. Precious Stewart, 21, pleaded … more
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Friday, Oct. 7, 2022
Omaha man sentenced to prison for road rage incident
An Omaha man who brandished a gun during a road rage incident on state Highway 133 in May was sentenced to serve three to eight years in prison Tuesday in Washington County District Court. Tylor … more
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MacKinzey Jurey, a Kennard native and 2022 Arlington High School graduate, is a trombone player at South Dakota State University, and is currently preparing with The Pride of the Dakotas Marching Band to perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.
Arlington grad to perform at Macy's Thanksgiving Parade
For the second year in a row, MacKinzey Jurey will participate in the largest parade in the country to kick-off the holiday season. Jurey, a 2022 Arlington High School graduate, is returning to … more
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A view of Blair looking north from Waterworks Hill. The Washington County Courthouse and the former Blair High School can be seen in the photo.
Blair's founding - from early settlement to railroad town
Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of stories looking at Blair both past and present through the book “Blair the Town Beautiful” written by John A. Rhoades, former … more
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Edward Bloom, played by Sam Lager, center, shows townspeople how to do the Alabama Stomp for successful fishing during a rehearsal for the Blair High School fall musical "Big Fish." The musical runs Oct. 13-15 at the Lela Neve Auditorium.
'A whimsical tale of relationships'
A fantastical story with a big heart is what attendees will find at this fall's Blair High School musical. On Oct. 13-15, BHS drama students will present “Big Fish,” based on the … more
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Above are safety precautions per the new CDC guidelines related to COVID-19.
MCH announces new COVID-19 guidelines
The CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) recently issued new guidelines relating to COVID and masking. Beginning today, Oct. 7, Memorial Community Hospital and Healthcare System will … more
The Washington County Country Cruise began at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Arlington, making four stops around the county: the Herman Volunteer Fire Department, Dew Drop Inn in Kennard, Cottonwood Cove Marina and RV Resort in Blair and ending at the BARn in Arlington.
First Washington County Country Cruise exceeds expectations
More than 200 individuals were able to spend a Sunday afternoon together cruising around Washington in their ATVs and UTVs. Kayla Walford created the Washington County Country Cruise in order to … more
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Grain carts stay ready for the next load of grain in a rural Washington County field.
Harvest's arrival shows effects of drought
Harvest is underway for much of Washington County and early reports reflect a tough summer. Throughout most of the growing season, the county ranged from abnormally dry to severe drought under … more
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Ryan Lemaster, 33 of Blair, was reported missing on the evening of Oct. 3. A Missing Endangered Advisory was issued for Lemaster early Tuesday morning. As of Wednesday evening, he had not been located.
Missing Blair man found
A missing Blair man has been located and is safe.  Ryan Lemaster, 33, was reported missing Monday evening. An Endangered Missing Advisory was issued to locate Lemaster, who suffers from … more
Tekamah man sentenced to jail for drug offense
A Tekamah man who was found with drugs in his vehicle during a search was sentenced to 90 days in jail and one year of post-release supervision Sept. 27 in Washington County District Court. … more
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Washington County Board of Supervisors roundup, Sept. 27
Roads Department projects The Washington County Board of Supervisors heard several projects and approved a bid letting request Sept. 27 at its regular meeting. Bill Hansel, Highway Supt., first … more
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Omaha man takes plea deal in sexual assault case
An Omaha man who sexually assaulted a teenage girl accepted a plea deal and was found guilty Sept. 27 in Washington County District Court. Mohamud Abdi, 20, pleaded guilty to third-degree sexual … more
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Sisters Abbie, left, and Kylie Anderson, of Fort Calhoun, are teammates on the College of Saint Mary Flames soccer team. Until last year, the sisters had never played on the same team.
Anderson sisters enjoy new role as teammates at CSM
Sisters Abbie and Kylie Anderson have played soccer since they were 3 years old, but never on the same team. That is until Abbie followed her older sister to College of Saint Mary after graduating … more
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Fort Calhoun woman takes plea deal for third DUI
A Fort Calhoun woman who drove while intoxicated, causing an accident, accepted a plea deal and was found guilty Sept. 27 in Washington County District Court. Rose Schroeder, 37, pleaded no … more
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