Capehart Road to Close Between 45th and 48th Streets Through Late November, Project Completion Eyed for 2026
Drivers who frequent Capehart Road will soon see new detours as Sarpy County begins the next phase of construction at the busy intersection of Capehart Road and 48th Street. Beginning Monday, October 13, Capehart Road will be closed to through traffic between 45th and 48th Streets while crews advance work on the ongoing corridor improvement…
Bellevue Public Library Celebrates One Year in New Location
One year after opening its new building, the Bellevue Public Library is celebrating a successful first year, marked by record-breaking attendance, expanded services, and enthusiastic community feedback. The library officially reopened on October 7, 2024, after relocating from its longtime site, which had been in use for nearly 50 years. Since then, library visits have…
Lied Activity Center Welcomes 50 New Vendors for Annual Fall Craft Fair
Handmade creations, homemade treats, and a full day of fall shopping will fill the Lied Activity Center this weekend for the annual Fall Craft Fair, taking place Saturday, October 11, from 9am to 3pm. Admission is $5 for adults 18 and over. This year’s event is shaping up to be one of the biggest yet,…
Bellevue West High School Annouces 2025 Homecoming Court
It’s Homecoming Week at Bellevue West! The Thunderbirds will play their Homecoming Football game against South Sioux City (NE) tonight, Friday, October 3rd at 7:00 pm at Bellevue West Stadium. The king and queen will be crowned at the game, and the Homecoming Dance is scheduled for Saturday night, October 4th. The 2024 Thunderbird queen…
2025 Spirit of Bellevue, Business and Nonprofit of the Year, and Community Impact Winners Recognized
The people have spoken, the results are in, and the 2025 recipients of the Best of Bellevue awards have been announced. A complete list of winners and contest rules is posted on the Best of Bellevue website, along with the winners from previous years. Several Bellevue businesses, organizations, and individuals were voted “Best of” this year…
Bringing Everyone to the Table: $7.2M Project to Expand Bellevue Food Pantry Services
The Bellevue Food Pantry officially launched its Bringing Everyone to the Table capital campaign at a kickoff event attended by approximately 150 local leaders, business owners, volunteers, and supporters. The event featured a Presentation of Colors by Bellevue East Air Force JROTC, the National Anthem sung by Shamus Connor, the debut of the campaign video, and remarks…
City of Bellevue Issues Request for Proposals to Advance Good Life District Development
On behalf of the City of Bellevue, H&LA has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified development partners to help activate and expand the Good Life District—a transformative mixed-use destination anchored by the under-construction Bellevue Bay Indoor Waterpark Resort. Bellevue is poised to become a premier Midwestern destination for tourism, recreation, and family entertainment….
Bellevue Junior Sports Association Celebrates 50 Years of Empowering Youth Through Athletics
Founded in 1975 by Five Local Couples Driven by a Passion for Community and Sports September 15, 2025 – Bellevue, Nebraska — The Bellevue Junior Sports Association (BJSA), a cornerstone of youth development and community engagement in Bellevue, proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Since its founding in 1975, BJSA has helped transform thousands…
Bellevue East High School Annouces 2025 Homecoming Court
Homecoming week started Monday at Bellevue East. The Annual Bellevue East Homecoming Parade will be on Wednesday, September 17th at 6:30 p.m. The parade will line up on Bert Murphy Blvd and proceed north on Lincoln Rd, to High School Dr, and into the stadium for a pep rally. There will be music, candy, and…
Sarpy County Approves Budget Focused on Public Safety, Responsible Growth
September 12, 2025 – Bellevue, NE || The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, Sept. 9, approved a $314 million budget for fiscal year 2026 that expands the county’s public safety footprint and prioritizes road infrastructure. The budget includes funding to convert a building adjacent to campus on 84th Street and Highway 370…