Bellevue High Schools Name 2025 Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations to all scholarship recipients from Bellevue’s high schools: Bellevue East, Bellevue West, Gross Catholic, Bryan High School, and Cornerstone Christian… Bellevue East – Class of 2025 Scholarships Carter Acosta: Metro Community College Take It Further; Christine Adzafui: Comprehensive Packet Next Grad Scholarship, Metro Community College Take It Further, University of Nebraska Omaha Goodrich Scholarship;…
Police Find Two Dead in Bellevue Apartment
On Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, at approximately 11:46 a.m., Bellevue Police Officers responded to an apartment located in the 11900 block of South 35th Street, regarding a check on the well-being of a male resident. A caller stated that the male resident had not been seen or heard from for a few days. Upon arrival,…
Library Reveals Upcoming Children’s Summer Program Offerings
The Children’s Department is leveling up this June and July during the “Level Up At Your Library” Summer Library Program! Will you accept the challenge? Games, bingo, art, a movie, trivia, jigsaw contest, audiobook campout, and nine opportunities for a grand prize slip to put toward one of the many prizes that will be on…
Obituary: In Memory of J. Allen Soderlund
J. Allen Soderlund, November 16, 1941 – April 27, 2025 Jan Allen Soderlund was born November 16, 1941, to Harold and Ethel Soderlund in Lincoln, NE. Allen was a man of many words and strong opinions. He enjoyed discussing current events, listening to public radio, and classic cars. So much so that Allen tracked down…
Bellevue Bicycle Club to Observe Ride of Silence on May 21
The Bellevue Bicycle Club will observe the International Ride of Silence on May 21st at 7:00 pm. This year marks the 23rd Anniversary of this event, which is designed to honor the memories of those killed in car-bike accidents or injured. It is to bring increased awareness to the safety needs of Cyclists while riding…
New Aquarium Debuts at Bellevue Library
The new 150-gallon aquarium is much bigger than the 55-gallon tank in the old library. Ruff Water Aquarium Services designed a tank that has live plants, fish, and snails. A wooden decorative tree root structure makes the aquarium unique. This addition was part of the library’s vision since the early stages of planning for the…
Altrusa International of Bellevue Accepting Grant Applications
Altrusa International Club of Bellevue is now accepting grant applications from nonprofit organizations serving the Bellevue community. The $500.00 grant will be awarded to a local organization whose focus is on promoting literacy or providing services that strengthen Bellevue families. Applications are due May 23, 2025 and will be awarded no later than June 1, 2025. The grant application…
Obituary: In Memory of Joan Marie Peterson
Joan Marie Peterson, July 26, 1931 – April 5, 2025 Joan Marie Peterson, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025. Born in Gratiot County, Michigan to Helgo and Emma (Jennemann) Rasmussen, Joan’s life was a testament to love, dedication, and service. Joan attended Fulton Township schools and pursued…
BPS has Two Student Winners in Nebraska Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest
Not one student winner but two! Congratulations to Fort Crook student, Isabella Kaup, for placing 1st and Two Springs’ student, Kora Nesbit, for placing 4th in the state for the Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest. Third graders across Nebraska provided tips for being prepared for disasters that can impact Nebraskans during the spring and summer….
Obituary: In Memory of Roxann “Roxie” Hamilton
Roxann “Roxie” Hamilton was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on January 4, 1949, to Sandra (Dahlgren) Hamilton and peacefully passed away in Seward, Nebraska on April 3, 2025, at the age of 76 years, 2 months, and 30 days. Roxie grew up in numerous states including Nebraska, Texas, and Minnesota. She attended and graduated from…