BLAIR, NEBRASKA (2024 September 11, Wednesday)Don Harrold, Writer / Editorblairtoday@mail.com – Facebook For over two decades, Blair, Nebraska, has grappled with an overwhelming influx of semi-truck traffic through its downtown. The issue reached a tragic climax in August 2019 when Jaycoby Estrada, a sixth-grader at Otte Blair Middle School, was fatally struck by a semi-truck…
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Heat Wave, City Council Meeting, Disaster Declaration Request, and Federal Funds for Blair Airport
BLAIR, NEBRASKA (2024 JULY 30, TUESDAY) Extreme Heat Warning The National Weather Service predicts peak heat wave conditions for Tuesday and Wednesday. Temperatures in the Omaha metro area are expected to reach the upper 90s, with heat indices near 110°F. Residents are urged to take precautions, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Isolated evening…
“GREEK TO ME” FOOD TRUCK REVIEW: DID THE GREEK NACHOS CHANGE MY LIFE?
2023 March 29, WednesdayDon Collins, Editor The last time I ate Greek food was 2003. It was a drive-thru at the corner of Youree Drive and Southfield in Shreveport, Louisiana. Long time ago. And, wow, was it good. Then, today, “Greek To Me” pulled in to Blair. By noon, my second Greek meal in 20…
Moving to Blair, Nebraska? Things to Consider!
2023 March 22, WednesdayBlairToday Staff Blair, Nebraska, is a small yet vibrant city located in Washington County, in the eastern part of the state. Offering a welcoming community, affordable living, and access to various amenities, Blair is an appealing choice for those considering relocation. Before making the move, here are some key factors to consider:…
Renowned Artist Kent Bellows Captured Essence of Everyday Life
2023 March 6, MondayBlairToday Staff The art world is abuzz with the name of Kent Bellows, the Blair native who gained recognition for his stunningly realistic paintings and drawings of people. Bellows’ art captured the essence of everyday life with a sensitivity and attention to detail that is unparalleled. His work has been praised for…
The Washtub in Blair Revisited
2023 February 10, FridayDon Collins, Staff Writer This is NOT an advertisement. Andrew Schank did NOT ask me to post this. I just felt led to share our experiences with you. The last few years were overwhelming for my wife and in many ways, but Andrew’s Washtub helped us get some sanity back and relieve…
Fernando’s Friday Night for… PIZZA?
2022 May 27, FridayDon Collins Fernando’s is a Blair, Nebraska staple. If you’re younger than 30, you probably can’t remember a time before Fernando’s. Their brand of Mexican-style food is a favorite for many. And, regardless of whether Fernando’s is your favorite restaurant, if you’ve been there you know they have an amazing staff that’s…
Vote Them Out
BlairToday.com Staff Opinion2021 September 28, Tuesday The Blair school board held an “emergency meeting,” last night. The meeting was to discuss changes to the school system’s “Covid” policies. Specifically, there was a focus on “masks.” The meeting was announced last week with the stipulation: No public comments. Further, any changes to policy “(would) be based…
Aimee Cothran for School Board in Blair, Nebraska: “I would vote for parent choice!”
BlairToday.com Staff2021 August 5, Thursday Aimee Cothran speaks clearly about what she believes. And, what she believes is, it’s time for change on the Blair, Nebraska School Board. This is our first interview with her – or any candidate – for the three positions at stake in the 2022 election. (Note: We do not endorse…
It’s Not Going Away
BlairToday.com Staff2021 August 1 “Critical Race Theory,” is a topic that dominates the news around America. Specific to Nebraska, the number of searches for the topic of “Critical Race Theory” reached an all-time high in June, according to Google Trends. That’s as in MOST-ever, or never been more interest in the topic, and for NEBRASKA….