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The Easterseals camp property looking southwest toward Highway 91.
Easterseals wants Blair camp open by 2026
The conversion of the former Dana College campus in Blair into the renamed and repurposed Dana Village already has hit a couple of important milestones this year, with the most recent being the … more
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Supervisor Chairman Steve Dethlefs speaks to a crowd at the Kennard Auditorium Saturday evening to discuss tornado/disaster relief in the county.
County officials discuss tornado relief at town hall
County and state government officials, fire and rescue personnel, law enforcement and disaster relief volunteers took turns to discuss tornado relief plans moving forward Friday evening at the … more
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The Veterans Tribute Plaza Memorial is officially in Phase III of its construction. It is scheduled to be completed by June 1, and dedicated on Flag Day, June 14.
Progress being made at Veterans Tribute Plaza
The Veterans Tribute Plaza Memorial is officially undergoing Phase III about 20 years later. The wall, located on 13th and Washington streets in Blair, was conceptualized in 2002 by original … more
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Times Gone By Week of May 3–9
2014 (10 years ago): Arlington High School has been named one of the best in the state by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings of public high schools are based on state test scores, demographic … more
Jenny (DiGiorgio) Carlson reads her first children's book, "Ballerina Rats," to St. Paul's Lutheran School students.
Author visits St. Paul's Lutheran School
St. Paul's Lutheran School PTL in rural Arlington hosted St. Paul's alumni, author and Sweet Basil Avenue business owner Jenny (DiGiorgio) Carlson to read and speak to the preschool-second grade … more
Randy Backman seated in a Kennard Fire Truck shakes hands with Blair Fire Fie Chief Joe Leonard Saturday evening. The Kennard Fire Department gave Backman and some of his care workers a quick spin through the streets of Kennard.
Randy's Warriors fundraiser held in Kennard
Hundreds of people crowded into the Kennard Auditorium Saturday to enjoy the feast of pulled pork and brisket sandwiches, play bingo and take part in the silent and live auction to benefit the Randy … more
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County Board approves financing for new Sheriff's Office patrol units
The Washington County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a bid with RVR Bank for financing three patrol units for the Washington County Sheriff's Office April 23 at its regular meeting. … 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
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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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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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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Village to pay for removal of flood-damaged trailer home
The owner of a trailer home at 415 N. First St. will not contest the Arlington Village Board of Trustees’ decision last month to declare his property a nuisance and order the structure’s … more
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Times Gone By Week of April 26–May 2
2014 (10 years ago): Motorists commuting to Omaha, Elkhorn and Fort Calhoun will want to plan accordingly for upcoming road work. Two roads — highways 31 and 75 — will be completed in … more
The Arlington Mixed Choir performs in the District Music Competition at Elkhorn High School Friday.
District Music competition a showcase of Washington County musical talent
Blair, Fort Calhoun and Arlington instrumental and vocal students took part in District Music Competition at Elkhorn High School on Friday and Saturday. The competition features hundreds of solo … 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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Fr. Michael Gutgsell, Fr. Stephen Gutgsell's brother, leads the group in a prayer before dinner is served Saturday evening at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church for the St. John Paul II Classical Academy scholarship fundraiser. The scholarship is being named after Stephen Gutgsell, who was a large supporter of the school and was going to be the school's Latin teacher.
Fundraiser held for St. John Paul II Classical Academy
A scholarship opportunity will assist St. John Paul II Classical Academy students, as well as honor the late Fr. Stephen J. Gutgsell On Saturday evening, guests gathered at St. Francis Borgia … more
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The Blair High School Concert Choir performs in District Music Competition at Elkhorn High School Friday.
District Music competition a showcase of Washington County musical talent
Blair, Fort Calhoun and Arlington instrumental and vocal students took part in District Music Competition at Elkhorn High School on Friday and Saturday. The competition features hundreds of solo … more
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A second fire broke out at DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge Monday afternoon. This comes just six days after a lightning strike between Whitetail Drive and Prairie Lane.
Brush fire re-ignited at DeSoto
A brush fire broke out at DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge Monday afternoon. This comes just six days after the initial fire, which was caused by a lightning strike to a dead cottonwood tree on … more
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Times Gone By Week of April 19–25
2014 (10 years ago): The general manager for the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District (NRD) said they aren't planning to build a dam on Bell Creek near Arlington. "It was an example of a … more
Zachary Blackman was appointed as the Sixth Judical District Court judge by Gov. Jim Pillen, following the December retirement of Judge John E. Samson.
Zachary Blackman eager to start judgeship
In his new judgeship role, Zachary Blackman hopes to continue learning and growing in his law career. Blackman was appointed as the new Sixth Judicial District Court judge by Gov. Jim Pillen, … more
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The Arlington High School students named 2024 Midland University Outstanding High School Leaders were, from left, Kolby Tighe, Hailey O'Daniel, Dathan Hansen and Libby Hegemann (not pictured).
Area students honored as Midland University  Outstanding High School Leaders recipients
FREMONT --- Fifty high school juniors from across the area were honored during the 2024 Midland University Outstanding High School Leaders Ceremony & Luncheon, which took place on April … more
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