Bennington community rallies for teacher awaiting heart transplant
Bennington South Middle School teacher Mindy Andrus is a cancer survivor and now needs a heart transplant. Her community is organizing a February 6 fundraiser to support her.
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office opens foyer to homeless during frigid weather
Douglas County Sheriff's Office opens climate-controlled foyer as emergency warming shelter during cold weather, welcoming homeless individuals, families, and well-behaved pets.
Former Bellevue police officer faces new charges including terroristic threats
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A former Bellevue police officer is facing new charges after being arrested for a prior incident involving children. Ryan Agustin is now charged with terroristic threats, use of a firearm to commit a felony and false imprisonment. Court documents show these new charges stem from a dispute back in...
Omaha area schools cancel Friday classes as metro braces for winter blast
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Temperatures in much of Nebraska are expected to plummet Friday through Monday according to First Alert 6 Weather. At 5:50 p.m., Omaha Public Schools announced they would be closed Friday. Elkhorn Public Schools has also announced closure. Westside Community Schools announced their schools would...
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...
