New Election Commissioner Starts in Sarpy County
On Friday, July 18, David Jones began his tenure as the leader of the Sarpy County Election Commission, an office that administers elections for more than 130,000 registered voters. He was appointed to the position this week, following the April departure of Emily Ethington. Jones, of Papillion, brings two decades of leadership experience in the…
Taste of Bellevue Spotlight: Siam Cuisine by Jaruwan
It’s not really a secret anymore that Bellevue boasts a great restaurant scene, with many local places being recognized not only as the best in the community but the whole Omaha Metro. Over the last ten years, eighteen different Bellevue restaurants and bakeries have been voted Best of Omaha! That’s not too bad for a…
It’s Electric! Pedego+ Bike Shop Open in Bellevue
There’s a new bike shop in town. Actually, it is currently Bellevue’s only bike shop, and they’ve been selling, renting, and repairing electric bikes from their new storefront on Capehart Road since moving from West Omaha earlier this year. Originally opening in his Omaha location in April 2022, Pedego + owner Lester Synder saw a…
Bellevue and Papillion Invite Community Input on New Housing Resilience Plan
Residents are encouraged to help shape a forward-looking strategy for safe, affordable and resilient housing. Bellevue, Neb. As communities across the U.S. face increasingly severe weather — most recently underscored by the devastating floods in Texas — the cities of Bellevue and Papillion, Nebraska are taking proactive steps to protect residents and strengthen long-term neighborhood…
Bellevue Public Library Adds Pet Microchip Scanners to Lending Collection
New Initiative Aims to Support Lost Pet Recovery In a move to support animal welfare and community needs, the Bellevue Public Library has announced a new addition to its Library of Things: Handheld pet microchip scanners are now available for public checkout. In a move to support animal welfare and community needs, the Bellevue Public…
25th Street Roadwork Begins Tomorrow
Work to improve two segments of 25th Street will start on Monday, June 30. Work consists of pavement repairs followed by an asphalt overlay. The improvements cover 25th Street, north of Highway 370, to Gilmore Road, as well as 25th Street between Capehart Road and Ponderosa Drive. The work will require a lane closure. Flaggers…
Over 425 Bellevue Students Named to Spring 2025 Dean’s List at Nearby Universities
At nearby universities, more than 425 students from Bellevue received recognition for their academic excellence by earning a spot on the Spring 2025 Dean’s List or Chancellor’s List. To earn a spot on a university Dean’s List, students must maintain a 3.5 GPA or higher while taking a minimum of 12 credit hours. UNO also…
Fireworks Sales Start Today in Bellevue
The City of Bellevue announced that 2025 fireworks sales will begin today, June 25, and run until the 4th of July. The Bellevue Police Department, the Bellevue Fire Department, and the City of Bellevue strongly encourage all residents to be safe and respectful of their neighbors and pets during this season. The Bellevue City Code…
Bellevue–Papillion Rotary Club Celebrates 50 th Anniversary
BELLEVUE, Nebraska – On Friday, June 20th, the Bellevue–Papillion Rotary Club celebrated its 50th Anniversary at the Bellevue Berry Farm with over 70 attendees from the club and community. Rotary International is a service organization that boasts over 1.4 million members globally with more than 46,000 chapters in 200 countries. The Bellevue–Papillion club was initially…
10th Annual Taste of Bellevue Summer Celebration Starts Soon
The Facebook group Taste of Bellevue, Nebraska will host its 10th annual Summer Celebration in recognition of its launch date – July 5, 2015. The event has expanded each year, and now people can participate on any of three Facebook groups: Taste of Bellevue, Nebraska; Bellevue 411; and Bellevue Biz. In preparation for the event, local area restaurants…