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Rare ‘innovation hub’ in Bellevue would boost Nebraska as leader in cybersecurity
The ‘city within a city’ is envisioned with new housing, shops and walking trails to lure high-tech workforce by Cindy Gonzalez, Nebraska Examiner BELLEVUE — Roughly 45 farm acres in this military-heavy town are to be transformed into a rare “innovation hub” that supporters say would thrust Nebraska into the forefront of national cybersecurity efforts….
City of Bellevue and Bellevue Downs Racetrack Support Nebraska Casino Study
January 2, 2024 (Bellevue, NE) Press Release from the City of Bellevue: A recent casino study by the Innovation Group has named Bellevue as the number one revenue generating market for casino expansion in the State of Nebraska. Bellevue is the third largest city in Nebraska, in Sarpy County which is Nebraska’s fastest growing county….
Update on Fatal Crash near Highway 75 and Fairview Road
Dec 23, 2023 (Bellevue, Nebraska) On Thursday, December 21, 2023, at approximately 7:54 p.m., Bellevue officers responded to the area of Northbound Highway 75 and Fairview Road, regarding a personal injury accident, involving two vehicles. Upon arrival, officers located a 2023 Nissan Sentra and a 2016 Ford Escape, both of which were off the roadway….
Bellevue Parks & Rec 2023 ‘Where am I?’ Scavenger Hunt is Live
2023 Bellevue Recreation Scavenger Hunt Welcome to the Bellevue Recreation “Where am I” Scavenger Hunt! By completing this scavenger hunt you will learn a little bit more about Bellevue and hopefully win a prize. The participants of this scavenger hunt will need to take a picture of themselves next to the park sign for each…
Parks Department Announces New Playgrounds for the New Year
The Park and Recreation Department would like to wish the Bellevue Community a Happy Holiday! We are excited to announce some new playgrounds, a new shelter, permanent bathrooms, and new activities coming in 2024! The Bellevue Community will find these updated playgrounds at: At Two Springs we will be replacing the 2 yr. old –…
Reading and Beyond in the Bellevue Library Children’s Department
By Michelle Bullock, Bellevue Public Library Children’s Librarian Bellevue Public Library’s children’s and family programs are more popular than ever and continue to evolve. The variety of programs available for families with children through grade 6 has increased and family participation has skyrocketed, indicating community enthusiasm. Early Literacy programs are geared toward families with children…
Loss of a Hero
The Bellevue Police Department was devastated by the loss of one of our own on the morning of Saturday, November 18th. Officer Chris Abbott had a medical emergency while at an event with his family. Despite early intervention by medical professionals, he did not survive this event. In honor of Chris, I thought it would…
Holiday Help at the Bellevue Public Library
By Melissa Moore, Library Technical Services We’re in the final stretch of the year, and the holidays are coming fast! We all want to enjoy the family, friends, and fun that come with holiday festivities, but with prices on the rise, we’re all looking to capture the holiday spirit without emptying our bank accounts in…
Get Ready for a Spooktacular October @ Your Library
Fun Activities and Fundraiser Concert Await! Mark your calendars: The library has pages of fun autumnal and spooky activities for October! Our building renovation project also reaches a new milestone with a fundraiser concert later this month—check out more details below. This Month’s Highlight Event: Join us for our fundraiser concert with pop country singer/songwriter…
Parks & Rec Offers Summer Sports Sign Up Info
Spring/Summer Registrations are NOW OPEN! Click on the links to register online. If you have any questions, please contact the Recreation Department at (402) 293-3142. Office hours are 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday – Friday. Swimming Lessons Registration can be taken in person at the Recreation Department (Reed Center) 1200 Lord Blvd., Bellevue NE 68005. SPORTS…