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July 15: Omaha Public Schools Board of Education
The Omaha Public Schools (OPS) Board of Education received several reports at its July 15 meeting, including the 2022-23 graduation and dropout report and the suspension and expulsion report. The data and strategies presented aim to enhance graduation rates and student behavior, with a focus on early intervention and continuous improvement.
Lincoln man bilked State Farm of $23,000, then tried to get more, police say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — State Farm says one of its clients in Lincoln was not a good neighbor. Manuel Rivera, 29, was arrested Thursday on suspicion of three counts of insurance fraud costing more than $5,000. In October 2022, Rivera filed a claim with State Farm after an alleged...
New exhibit at Joslyn Castle & Gardens will have you feeling nostalgic
OMAHA, Neb. — A blast from the past! Joslyn Castle & Gardens has a unique new exhibit. They have opened their Carriage House for 'Iconic Omaha'. The free exhibit features the archives of a graphic design studio that was active in Omaha from 1940 to the early 80s. On...
GRAPHIC: Neglected dogs removed from unsanitary home in Valley
VALLEY, Neb. (WOWT) - A heart-wrenching case of alleged animal neglect was discovered near the Omaha-metro this week. On Thursday, Valley Police got a tip to check out living conditions for several dogs. When the homeowner wouldn’t let them in, officers came back with a search warrant. Warning: This...
Celebrate Great Health This Saturday at the Family Friendly “¡Vive Tu Vida! Get Up! Get Moving!” Event-Vivian Garcia Explains
Established in 1970 as a volunteer-staffed free clinic OneWorld Community Health Centers believes that everyone deserves access to the best health care possible, regardless of economic or insurance status. To that end, they provide a vast range of services in health care, dentistry and behavioral health. OneWorld is the largest provider of primary health care services in South Omaha.
First-ever casino in Omaha city limits just weeks from opening
OMAHA, Neb. — Near 72nd and Q streets, the first ever legal casino in Omaha city limits, WarHorse Casino and Sportsbook, opens Aug. 6. UPDATE: The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission unanimously approved the Aug. 6 opening on Friday. That'll include the first card tables in the city and...
SEM FFA Member selected as finalist for an American Star award
Jacie Wolfinger from the Sumner-Eddyville-Miller FFA Chapter has been selected as a finalist for the FFA American Star Farmer Award. Each year the National FFA Organization selects 16 FFA members who received their FFA Degrees that year as finalists in the American Star Awards. There are 4 American Star Award categories: American Star Farmer, American Star in Agribusiness, American Star in Agriculture Placement, and American Star in Agriscience.
Omaha man sentenced for intent to distribute cocaine
Omaha, Neb. — An Omaha man was sentenced to over 3 years in prison on Friday after pleading guilty to possession with intent to distribute cocaine. Brian Chaidez, 27, of Omaha, Nebraska will begin a 4-year term of supervised release after prison. According to United Attorney Susan Lehr, on...
Steel Goes Up at Village Pointe Restaurant Site
Construction has gone vertical as structural steel is now in place for a free-standing, 7,500 sq. ft. Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen restaurant building on the north side of Village Pointe Shopping Center east of Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. Cheddar’s has an existing location near 120th & L Street.
Gering man dies in swimming accident
GUERNSEY, Wyo. -- A 65-year-old Gering man died in what is being called a "tragic swimming mishap." The incident occurred July 12. The Platte County Sheriff's Office received a report that a man jumped from a boat on the east side of Gray Rocks Reservoir and never resurfaced. Authorities have...
Exeter-Milligan Update: Hankins honored for writing
Avery Hankins was honored and recognized for her accomplishment in literature with a State award from the General Federation of Women's Club for her "Christmas Memory" narrative. Avery is a 4th grade student at Exeter-Milligan.
New GICC elementary school ready to welcome students
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. – The new Catholic elementary school in Grand Island is one month away from opening its doors and everything is set for the school year. “We were not expecting that much. In the initial phases of this project we thought maybe the projections were that we would see 95 to 100 students. And then as excitement built and people kept enrolling that number just kept increasing,” said superintendent and principal Jordan Engle.
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