Tammy Greunke

The Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Reduction Programs are two new initiatives focused on keeping families safe and homes healthy.

The health department brought in nationally recognized speakers Jacy Good and Steve Johnson from the Drive to Save Lives Company to speak to area students.

The dividends were part of a $1,000,000 distribution shared with 95 eligible Nebraska counties and county-associated agencies who participate in the NIRMA II pool.

Medicare Open Enrollment runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.

Dodge County dispatchers reported receiving multiple reports about the plane crash shortly after 8 p.m.

In addition to Fremont Rotary Club's Fly-In Breakfast, this weekend also features an art fair, chicken wing feed, demo derby and patriotic car show.

After a six-year hiatus, the Defenders of Freedom Air and Space Show is returning to Offutt Air Force Base in Bellevue. This year's show will take place Aug. 24-25.

Car shows, fire prevention and fish days, and a truck and tractor pull are all taking place in the area this weekend.

Activities during the three-day celebration will include a parade, outdoor movie, street dance, carnival games and more.

Cars and festivals dominate this weekend’s slate of events.