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Physician assistant alumnus promoted to general
A UNMC College of Allied Health Professions alumnus has achieved a historic milestone as the first active-duty physician assistant to become a general in the U.S. Army. Brig. Gen. Bill Soliz, now the commanding general of Medical Readiness Command, Pacific, and the director of Defense Health Network Indo-Pacific, was awarded his Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree in 1999 from UNMC.
National Night Out scheduled for August 6
6-9 p.m., Central Park & Clubhouse (8305 Park View Blvd.) La Vista’s National Night Out event, in partnership with the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office, returns to its new favorite location outside the Clubhouse in Central Park on Tuesday, August 6, 6-9 p.m. You’re invited to gather in the park to help celebrate La Vista’s community and its first responders.
Paul Tierney, 1970 Broken Bow graduate, named Distinguished Alumni recipient
A 1970 graduate of Broken Bow High School, Paul Tierney was named the 2024 Distinguished Alumni recipient during this past weekend’s alumni festivities. Tierney served as the guest speaker at the All-Alumni Luncheon on Saturday (July 13) at the One Box Convention Center. After graduating from Broken Bow, Tierney...
NE audit blasts state transportation agency for millions spent on overtime, ‘unexplained’ fuel buys
LINCOLN — A new probe of the Nebraska Department of Transportation reveals a “stunning” spate of questionable spending — including more than $6 million in annual overtime pay racked up by 71% of its workers and millions of dollars more in “unexplained” fuel and fleet-related costs, according to the State Auditor’s Office. A 108-page audit […] The post NE audit blasts state transportation agency for millions spent on overtime, ‘unexplained’ fuel buys appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Phillips woman accused of stealing thousands of dollars from her Minden employer
MINDEN, Neb. — A Phillips woman is in trouble after being accused of stealing money from her employer to buy cars. Kearney County Court records say Abigail Cronin, 28, is charged with two counts of felony theft and one count of misdemeanor theft. According to an arrest affidavit, the...
Tuesday Forecast: Our hazardous heat...is about to retreat...
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - After days of high heat and humidity a cold front dropping into the region will bring “degrees” of relief...and some scattered thunderstorm chances to the area... HEAT ADVISORIES and EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNINGS will end by mid-evening on Monday as a frontal boundary pushes slowly...
Arc of Central Nebraska hosts Disability Pride event with fun and reflection
Grand Island, Neb. — With July being Disability Pride Month, the Arc of Central Nebraska will be holding a Disability Pride Celebration. There will be food trucks and entertainment, such as karaoke, bingo, and a talent show. According to the Arc of Central Nebraska, the theme for this year's...
‘Twisters’ draws from storm-chasing science led by Nebraska expert
LINCOLN, Neb. (Press Release) - Adam Houston, professor of Earth and atmospheric sciences at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, like many moviegoers and weather buffs, is eagerly awaiting the July 19 premiere of “Twisters,” the tornado-chasing blockbuster movie. Houston, who studies tornadoes and supercell thunderstorms, has made a...
Man accused of waving shotgun outside of People’s City Mission
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A man was arrested after waving a shotgun around the outside of People’s City Mission Help Center Friday afternoon, Lincoln Police said. Officers responded to the center around 4 p.m. after a caller reported that 38-year-old Joshua Johnson was waving a shotgun around while standing on top of a car. Police located Johnson on the north side of the building and he complied to verbal commands.
Lincoln car dealership puts inspiring, cross-country lawn service professional back on the road
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Rodney Smith Jr. spends much a majority of his days on the road. Smith is the founder of Raising Men and Women Lawn Service, whose mission is to mow lawns for the elderly, disabled, veterans, and all those unable to do it for themselves. Since 2016, Smith has traveled across the country doing just that.
11-year-old injured after being hit by car in west Omaha has died, police say
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The 11-year-old who was injured after being struck by an SUV while riding her scooter in west Omaha last week has died. Omaha Police announced Monday night that the female victim in last week’s crash near 102nd and Grant Street succumbed to her injuries. Officers...
Corn Flakes: A Four Star Cornerback, Euro Tournament Winner, and RIP Dr. Ruth
Wow, that was a hot weekend wasn’t it? I split my time between yard work and some basement remodeling projects. The basement was much much nicer than the yard. As the summer moves along, I’ve been posting interesting [to me at least] stories with Nebraska connections. I don’t usually love true crime stuff, but this story was fascinating. I had no idea about this serial killer before I read the article.
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