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Joe Doyle shows Fort Calhoun preschool students equipment needed on a field truck to fight fires Tuesday morning.
PHOTOS: Fort Calhoun Elementary, St. Paul's Lutheran School participate in Fire Safety Week
Jessica Kempcke, who is originally from Ainsworth, attended Dana College, graduating in 2009. In Blair, she met her husband, Nate, and the couple has two daughters.
'An appreciation of life'
In about one year's time, Jessica Kempcke's cancer diagnosis completely changed her outlook on life. Diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2022, Kempcke and her family worked hard to get through … more
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Carl Lorenzen was awarded the Veterans Award for Service for his work with the Washington County Veterans Tribute Plaza Memorial and Wall of Honor at the unveiling of America's Wall of Honor in Omaha last Friday.
Lorenzen honored for Veterans Plaza work
Carl Lorenzen, who is one of many people instrumental in erecting the Veterans Tribute Plaza Memorial, was awarded the Veterans Award for Service at the Spirit of America Art Museum’s America's … more
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Kevin Flesner led a workshop at the annual Fall Leadership Conference at Midland University for FBLA Wednesday.
Arlington FBLA students participate in Midland conference
Sixteen Arlington High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) students participated in the Fall Leadership Conference (FLC) held at Midland University Wednesday. FBLA students across … more
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The 15th annual Arlington Community Church Fall Fest and Midwest Street Road Association Car Show will be held Oct. 1.
ACC to hold 15th annual Fall Fest
In a milestone year, the 15th annual Arlington Community Church Fall Festival and Car Show will welcome the changing season Oct. 1. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and will feature … more
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Barrett Landholm created several stories and published them himself. Some of his works are now on display at the Arlington Public Library.
Young author self-publishes stories, displays them at APL
A 7 year old boy has taken his love of reading and created unique stories he aims to share within his community. Barrett Landholm created several stories, which are now on display on the new … more
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Nick Eddie of Arlington throws a bean bag with some help from paraeducator Cher Krause, left, on Thursday during the second annual Games on the Green at Bennington High School. Students and special education teachers from Arlington, Blair and Fort Calhoun all took part.
Unified teams participate in Games on the Green
Unified Sports teams from Arlington, Blair, Fort Calhoun and Douglas County West converged and participated Thursday during Games on the Green at Bennington High School. The second annual event … more
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The Washington County Courthouse.
Board of Supervisors discusses proposed budget
The Washington County Board of Supervisors held its public hearing for the proposed 2023-24 county budget Tuesday during its regular meeting. Supervisor Steve Kruger, chairman of the Finance … more
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The Long Creek School project is continuing to make progress. The newest renovations include a new roof and new ceiling.
Long Creek School progresses through renovation period
Long Creek School is moving along with its renovations. The school was moved to the Washington County Museum in May, and since then, various fixes have occurred at the schoolhouse as it … more
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Sheryl and Gary Denison attended a Nebraska Husker game and sat in a skybox, which was a bucket list for Gary, a huge Husker fan.
'He was a one-of-a-kind guy'
A longtime Arlington resident, Gary Denison was known for his love of God, country, family, friends and freedom. Gary died on Aug. 16, following a battle with a terminal illness at age 69. … more
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Around 45 runners/walkers participated in the HOME FUNdraiser Saturday morning.
HOME hosts first fundraiser
The first Arlington HOME (Helping Others with Medical Equipment) FUNdraiser saw 45 participants running or walking one or three miles bright and early Saturday morning. The FUNdraiser will … more
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The Arlington cross country team makes their way down the parade route Sunday evening.
PHOTOS: AHS Homecoming Parade
Penny Vogt speaks to the FFA Alumni and Supporters organization potential members Monday evening at Arlington High School.
FFA Alumni and Supporters group kicks off
The Arlington High School FFA Alumni and Supports organization kicked off with its first meeting Monday evening. Parents, grandparents, alumni and community members met at the high school to … more
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Pumpkins at Camp Fontanelle were planted on the north property this year.
Pumpkin patches give update to crops, prepare for season
Compared to last year, Skinny Bones’ and Camp Fontanelle’s pumpkin patches have a more positive outlook on its crops, though a lack of rainfall at the beginning of planting season was … more
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Staff, including Arlington Elementary principal Jacqueline Morgan, greet students Tuesday morning on the first day of school.
PHOTOS: Eagles, Bulldogs return to school
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Preliminary school budget projects tax levy decrease
Preliminary budget numbers presented to the Arlington Public Schools Board of Education indicate the district could see a 16-cent decrease in its overall tax levy for the 2023-24 budget year.  … more
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An elderly woman has been pronounced dead as a result of a homicide at her home in Fort Calhoun.
BREAKING: Sheriff's Office rules Fort Calhoun death a homicide
A suspicious death Monday morning has been ruled a homicide by the Washington County Sheriff's Office and the Douglas County Crime Lab, according to a press release from Washington County Sheriff … more
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A death investigation is currently underway at a home in Fort Calhoun on County Road P43. The Sheriff's Office has blocked off the county road Monday morning.
Update: WCSO searching for stolen vehicle in relation to suspicious death in Fort Calhoun
The Washington County Sheriff's Office and Douglas County Sheriff's Department are investigating the death of an elderly woman near Fort Calhoun on County Road P43 Monday morning. Sheriff Mike … more
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A pair of wire rimmed glasses with temples that curve around the ears (top) and the frame to a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses (bottom).
Looking at history through the lenses of vintage eyewear
Editor’s note: This is part of the ongoing series “Mysteries at the Museum” featuring different items found at the Washington County Museum. Eyes are popularly known to be … more
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APS introduces Alpaca program
Arlington Public Schools is showing its appreciation for its teachers through a new program aimed at providing teachers with needs and wants for their classroom. The Alpaca project, started in … more
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Nancy Gillis speaks about the five Native tribes of Nebraska Saturday at Fort Atkinson.
Speaker discusses five Native American tribes of Nebraska
Nancy Gillis began her presentation by greeting guests in a Native language: first by calling on The Creator to be present, then introducing the tribe and clan she belongs to and then by her name. … more
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A steer purchased at the Washington County Fair auction will be donated and processed free-of-charge to provide more than 1,100 pounds of meat to the Washington County Food Bank. Pictured in the front is market heifer exhibitor Hadley Grabbe amd Tyler Thompson..
Over 1,100 pounds of meat donated to food pantry at fair auction
A steer purchased at the Washington County Fair auction will be donated and processed free-of-charge to provide more than 1,100 pounds of meat to the Washington County Food Bank.  The … more
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FFA kicks off Alumni and Supporters organization
The Arlington High School FFA program will introduce a new way of supporting its growing program on Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. at the high school during the Alumni and Supporters Kick-Off event. The … more
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Wednesday's Demo Derby and concert canceled due to rain
Due to heavy rainfall Wednesday morning, the Washington County Fair announced it will be cancelling the evening's Demolition Derby and Lemon Fresh Day concert. A statement was provided by Fair … more
Alexis Warner shows her Commercial Breeding Heifer.
PHOTO GALLERY: Washington County Fair 2023
Despite a few rain showers, the Washington County Fair did not falter in its first three days. The first night of the fair was kicked off by a, slightly delayed and muddy, concert featuring … more
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