Community News – Bellevue Times https://bellevuetimes.com A Fresh Look at the Oldest Community in Nebraska Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:11:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://bellevuetimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/cropped-New-Favicon-Logo-Bellevue-Times-144x144-1-32x32.jpg Community News – Bellevue Times https://bellevuetimes.com 32 32 Bellevue City Council to Consider Ban on Off-Road Vehicles on Public Property https://bellevuetimes.com/bellevue-city-council-to-consider-ban-on-off-road-vehicles-on-public-property/ Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:12:32 +0000 https://bellevuetimes.com/?p=100615 BELLEVUE, Neb. — Riding dirt bikes, ATVs, mini-bikes, go-carts and similar off-road vehicles on Bellevue streets, sidewalks, trails and parks could soon become illegal under a new ordinance scheduled for consideration by the Bellevue City Council on July 7. If approved, Ordinance No. 4220 would create a new section of the Bellevue Municipal Code prohibiting...

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]]> OPPD’s Bellevue Reliability Project Seeks Public Input https://bellevuetimes.com/oppds-bellevue-reliability-project-seeks-public-input/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:55:00 +0000 https://bellevuetimes.com/?p=72364 The Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) is upgrading its transmission and distribution systems in Bellevue to improve resilience and reliability for the community and support planned growth. Bellevue is experiencing significant growth in southeast Bellevue, including local infrastructure investments and the development of the city’s new Good Life District, which will feature a water park,...

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]]> Community Launches Fundraiser to Support Stella’s Bar and Grill Following Fire https://bellevuetimes.com/community-launches-fundraiser-to-support-stellas-bar-and-grill-following-fire/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:16:44 +0000 https://bellevuetimes.com/?p=72369 Bellevue, NE – Following last week’s fire at Stella’s Bar and Grill, members of the Bellevue community have come together to launch a fundraiser in support of the beloved local establishment. In the days after the fire, several residents reached out asking how they could help and whether a fundraiser was being organized. In response,...

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]]> 2026 Lenten Fish Fry Season Starts This Week https://bellevuetimes.com/2026-lenten-fish-fry-season-starts-this-week/ Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:55:00 +0000 https://bellevuetimes.com/?p=72184 Fat Tuesday and Ash Wednesday are coming this week, which also means this Friday is the first Friday of Lent – also affectionately known as ‘Fish Fry Season’. While there are many amazing fish fries all over the Omaha-Metro, we encourage our readers to Support Bellevue and give these local fish fries, many with long histories and...

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]]> Fire Forces Closure of Stella’s Bar and Grill https://bellevuetimes.com/fire-forces-closure-of-stellas-bar-and-grill/ Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:20:31 +0000 https://bellevuetimes.com/?p=72160 A well-known Bellevue restaurant is temporarily shutting its doors after an early morning fire was discovered on Wednesday. Stella’s Bar and Grill announced the closure in a social media message posted shortly after 10 a.m., describing the situation as difficult and expressing heartbreak over the damage. The restaurant said it will remain closed until further...

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]]> Sarpy County Museum Building Deemed Unsustainable, Closure Announced https://bellevuetimes.com/sarpy-county-museum-building-deemed-unsustainable-closure-announced/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:50:00 +0000 https://bellevuetimes.com/?p=72088 The Sarpy County Historical Society has announced the closure of the Sarpy County Museum, citing concerns about the facility and long-term sustainability issues. The following statement was released by the Society outlining the decision and its plans moving forward: “The Sarpy County Historical Society is entering an important transition as we plan for the future...

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]]> Bellevue Council Approves Affordable Housing Project on Former Putt-Putt Site https://bellevuetimes.com/bellevue-council-approves-affordable-housing-project-on-former-putt-putt-site/ Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000 http://fwb.klk.temporary.site/?p=68874 The Bellevue City Council has approved construction of an 80-unit affordable-housing apartment complex on the former Putt-Putt Golf Course site off Wilshire Drive, following months of discussion about the project’s design, density, and community impact. The Council voted 5–1 in favor of Ordinance No. 4199, which rezones the property from BG (General Business) to RG-8-PS...

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]]> Sweet Celebration: Community Trick-or-Treating Event Turns 10 This Weekend https://bellevuetimes.com/sweet-celebration-community-trick-or-treating-event-turns-10-this-weekend/ Fri, 24 Oct 2025 21:25:02 +0000 http://fwb.klk.temporary.site/?p=67469 What began as a simple idea shared on social media has turned into one of Bellevue’s biggest and most beloved community traditions. The Olde Towne Bellevue Trick-or-Treat event returns this Sunday, October 26, celebrating its 10th anniversary from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. along Mission Avenue and Franklin Street. The event first came to life in...

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]]> Bellevue Public Library Celebrates One Year in New Location https://bellevuetimes.com/bellevue-public-library-celebrates-one-year-in-new-location/ Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 http://fwb.klk.temporary.site/?p=65126 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...

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]]> Lied Activity Center Welcomes 50 New Vendors for Annual Fall Craft Fair https://bellevuetimes.com/lied-activity-center-welcomes-50-new-vendors-for-annual-fall-craft-fair/ Mon, 06 Oct 2025 12:05:00 +0000 http://fwb.klk.temporary.site/?p=64961 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,...

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