He moved from Comoros to Grand Island with a dream. His vanilla business is flourishing — and helping farmers back home.
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Lincoln police now investigating $2.5M no-bid contract flagged by Nebraska auditor
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — The Lincoln Police Department is now investigating a $2.5 million no-bid emergency contract between the Nebraska Department of Economic Development and a Lincoln contractor Gov. Jim Pillen recommended. State Auditor Mike Foley has said the deal “smacks of favoritism.” Part of Foley’s probe also questions actions […]
Omaha’s $411M wastewater project contract stalls as amendment is mulled
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner OMAHA — An Omaha City Council decision on a controversial $411 million proposal with McCarthy Building Companies for expansion and upgrades to the city’s wastewater treatment system has been postponed until April 7. Council members Tuesday, during their weekly meeting, said the delay allows time to review a […]
Douglas County GOP challenges candidacy of Democrat Mark Martinez for sheriff
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner OMAHA — The Douglas County Republican Party has filed a complaint with county election officials questioning the sheriff’s candidacy of Democratic candidate Mark Martinez. The county GOP released a statement Monday night that partly said, “Nebraska law requires candidates for sheriff to possess an active peace officer certificate. […]
Nebraska lawmakers advance first of two budget bills with no dent in deficit
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — After two days of debate, Nebraska lawmakers advanced the first of two bills to adjust the state budget, though no progress has yet been made officially to fill a $646 million projected deficit. However, during Tuesday’s lunch break, the Appropriations Committee approved a series of spending […]
Nebraska Medicine expands in Omaha, nearly $100M health center to open in 2027
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner OMAHA — Nebraska Medicine is expanding its Omaha reach with construction of a nearly $100 million health building underway at a busy 42nd and Farnam Streets intersection. The Farnam Street Center will rise four stories on the intersection’s southeast corner and is expected to open to patients in September […]
La Vista community garden plots available to rent for $20 at 3 city parks
Read the full article on KMTV 3 LA VISTA , Neb. (KMTV) – The plots are located at Camenzind Park, Hollis Park and Jaycee Park. Each garden has access to water, but gardeners will need to bring their own tools. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: The city of La Vista is offering community garden plots for rent at […]
American Legion Post 32 raises funds for drop box to support veterans in need year-round
Read the full article on KMTV 3 PAPILLION, Neb. (KMTV) – American Legion Post 32 is asking for community help to purchase a year-round donation bin that would allow neighbors to drop off essential items for veterans in need. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: American Legion Post 32 is asking for community help to purchase a year-round donation bin […]
March 3: Sarpy County Commissioners consider rural subdivision
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PLCS parents bring transportation concerns to school board
Read the full article on KMTV 3 PAPILLION, Neb. (KMTV) – Parents say the district’s current policy, which doesn’t provide busing to secondary students living within four miles of their school, creates safety and logistical challenges for families. Papillion La Vista parents are urging the school board to expand busing options for secondary students. Under […]