Buc-ee’s plans to open in Nebraska
Buc-ee’s, the popular travel center chain known for its massive stores and unique offerings, is planning to make its Nebraska debut. The company is collaborating with the city of Gretna to open its first location in the state at the southeast corner of I-80 and Highway 31. “We are...
Wind gusts cause two semi-trucks to overturn; increased danger for truck drivers
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (KETV) -- High wind gusts recorded in Nebraska and Southwest Iowa caused an increased risk for semi-truck drivers overturning. Iowa State Patrol reported two flipped semi-trucks along I-35 in Iowa, one near Ellsworth, and a second between Ankeny and Elkhart. Truck drivers crossing through Omaha...
Nebraska–Iowa Weather Alert: Omaha Faces Arctic Blast and Snow Chances Through the Weekend
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Omaha, NE–IA – Cold air bites hard this morning as wind cuts across frozen pavement, stinging faces and stiffening hands within minutes. Across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa, winter tightens its grip...
Well-renowned Gretna drama teacher, director continues to have impact even after retirement
There’s only one thing more infamous than “break a leg” or “M*cbeth” in the Nebraska high school theater world, and that’s Gretna one-act director, Carole Carraher. Her one-act play directing career began in 1985 at Gretna High School, where she garnered 29 Nebraska School...
Council Bluffs to Host Springfest at River’s Edge
The City of Council Bluffs will host the third annual Springfest at River’s Edge March 28 and 29 at Tom Hanafan River’s Edge Park. This free event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days and will again feature Great American Kites with their colorful, record-breaking-size kite show. Live music, food trucks and family...
Omaha, NE – Accumulating Snow South of I-80 Friday Night
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Interstate 80 near Omaha, Nebraska – Travel across eastern Nebraska could become hazardous late Friday into Saturday as accumulating snow and dangerous cold impact road conditions, particularly along and...
Northwest Omaha neighbors split on 108th Street redesign months after completion
Northwest Omaha neighbors share mixed opinions on 108th Street's redesign from four lanes to three with bike lanes nearly six months after completion.
Omaha pawn shops help police catch thieves through fingerprints, national database
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Pawn shops collect fingerprints, photos and identification from sellers, creating a crime-fighting network that helps police recover stolen property and catch thieves. The tracking system came into focus following two arrests last week for pawning stolen jewelry, highlighting the role pawn shops...
State audit finds suspicious Bellevue vehicle sales
State Auditor Mike Foley criticizes Bellevue's surplus vehicle sales, citing suspicious auctions where city employees bought at discounted prices.
A History of Omaha’s First Black Neighborhood
Long before there was a community called North Omaha or even the Near North Side, the young Omaha City had a segregated neighborhood for African Americans. Before 24th and Lake even existed, Omaha’s first Black neighborhood was established in the 1850s. It surrounded 10th and Dodge Street, and was a segregated...
