Following our article that seasoned the community’s curiosity regarding the local Burger King, Blair’s residents are now serving up a platter of opinions on what fast food establishments they yearn for, and the ingredients necessary for success. Since our last article, the sign out front reads simply, “Under New Management.” As we wrote last time,…
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“BEE” is for Clean: Blair’s Sheria McCurry
Blair, Nebraska, has a burgeoning enterprise that recently debuted. The endeavor, Sheria McCurry’s ‘Clean As Can BEE‘, (phone: 402-657-4973) provides residential and commercial cleaning solutions and symbolizes her entrepreneurial dream, a manifestation of seasoned expertise and dedication to her craft. Prior to launching her own enterprise, McCurry honed her skills within the cleaning industry. “I…
Blair’s Tint Triumph: Jeremy Quick’s Sun 2 Shade Window Tinting
The Crossroads: A Life Reshaped In our tranquil town of Blair, Nebraska, where whispers of the wind play symphonies through the cornfields, a life was being reshaped. Jeremy, a young, ambitious man with dreams of law enforcement, found himself at a crossroads. “I was testing to get into the Omaha Police Department,” he shares, one…
Blair City Council Meeting: Approvals and Plans for Community Enhancement
The Blair City Council convened on June 13, 2023, to discuss and decide on several important matters that would impact the community. The meeting addressed various aspects of city development and infrastructure, focusing on improving the quality of life for residents. Here is a detailed summary of the key points discussed during the meeting. One…
Blair Cruise Night 2023: “It Was Huge!”
Any time you host an outdoor, public event in early May, you walk a tightrope without a net. The weather can be hot, cold, rainy, or thunderstormy (a word I made up for this article, but I like and plan to use again.) Every day Matt Saunders promoted the Blair Cruise Night for 2023 –…
Blair’s Rising Landscaping Star
As a young entrepreneur in Blair, Nebraska, Michael Buckley took his childhood ambition of earning money and transformed it into a thriving landscaping business. Buckley Landscaping has grown from a kid’s part-time venture into a reputable company that is built on hard work, passion, and a dedication to customer satisfaction. Michael’s story is not only…
Nebraska Senator Champions Healthcare and SNAP Reforms: A Look at Sen. Ben Hansen’s Efforts
Nebraska State Senator Ben Hansen (Blair) is making strides in healthcare and food assistance reforms, championing a bill that aims to improve Medicaid reimbursement for hospitals and supporting an extension of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for families in need. Sen. Hansen is the sponsor of Legislative Bill 227 (LB227), which focuses on providing…
Tucker Carlson: Things He Said About Nebraska
Tucker Carlson, the well-known TV host of “Tucker Carlson Tonight,” was recently fired from Fox News. Over the years, he has talked a lot about Nebraska and shared strong opinions on different topics. Let’s compare how his impact on TV and society measures up to two famous people from Nebraska: Johnny Carson and Dick Cavett….
V. Ferme in Blair Adds A&J Designs
Omaha-based A&J Designs, known for their unique, hand-painted wooden door hangers, found a new home for their products at V. Ferme boutique in Blair, Nebraska. The partnership between A&J Designs and V. Ferme offers Blair customers the opportunity to shop the exclusive line of door hangers in the newly-renovated, charming, industrial-style brick-and-mortar store at 1555…
The Signs They Are a Changin’ – Outside Burger King, That Is
This story could be titled, “Local Boy Scout Troop 143 Provides Maintenance on Signage Outside Burger King.” Maybe too long, but probably a good description of what happened tonight at 7PM in Blair. Scout leader, Rich Groves had his scouts replacing rusty nuts and bolts on the backs of signs. This was a project requested…