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Obituary: Edgar W. Brewer, Jr. “Bill” MSgt USAF (Ret)
Edgar W. Brewer, Jr. “Bill” MSgt USAF (Ret) January 5, 1940 – July 24, 2025 – Age 85 Ed passed away peacefully surrounded by family in his Bellevue home on July 24, 2025. A loving family provider and adoring husband. He enjoyed his private, quiet life being a skilled craftsman, outdoor sportsman, animal lover, computer…
Bellevue’s REACH Innovation Campus Moves Closer to Construction
BELLEVUE, Neb. — A long-planned economic development project designed to strengthen Nebraska’s defense, technology and workforce sectors reached a significant milestone this week. The Prairie Hill Farm Area Development Authority (PHFADA) and the Nebraska Defense Research Corporation (NDRC) have signed a Letter of Intent to move forward with construction of the REACH Collaboration & Innovation…
Over 450 Bellevue Students Earn Spring 2026 Dean’s List Honors at Area Universities
At nearby universities, more than 450 students from Bellevue received recognition for their academic excellence by earning a spot on the Fall 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…
Bellevue Chamber Seeking Patriotic Supporters and Attendees for Game Changer Gala
Bellevue, Neb. — The Bellevue Chamber of Commerce & Community is excited to announce that registration, sponsorships, and auction donations are being accepted for its annual Game Changer Gala on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the Beardmore Event Center in Bellevue. This year’s event will feature an America 250 theme in honor of the 250th…
Morrie’s Auto Group to Celebrate Grand Opening of Bellevue Dealerships June 27
Just weeks after the transition from Beardmore Chevrolet, Subaru and Hyundai to Morrie’s Auto Group ownership, the company is inviting the community to help celebrate its official grand opening later this month. The event will take place Saturday, June 27, from noon to 3 p.m., with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for 2 p.m. at the…
Read Between Realms This Summer at the Bellevue Library
By Crystal Anderson, Teen Services Librarian June 1-July 31: Come to special events, join awesome clubs and contests, grab activity kits, and more—whether you’re into books, art, or just hanging out, there’s something for everyone. Read, create, and explore with the Bellevue Public Library all summer long! Going into grades 7-12? Or did you just…
City Council to Review Wonder Lodging Land Deal Near Bellevue Bay
At next Tuesday’s meeting, the Bellevue City Council will consider an ordinance approving the sale of nearly seven acres of city-owned land tied to the ongoing Bellevue Bay Indoor Waterpark and Good Life District development northwest of the Highway 75 / Highway 34 intersection. Under Ordinance No. 4218, the city would sell approximately 6.997 acres…
Bellevue University Selected as Nebraska’s Sole Host Site for National TED Democracy Program
TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures is a nationwide event taking place during America’s 250th anniversary year that brings communities together to explore the future of democracy, civic participation, leadership, and public life through original TED Talks and local discussions. On Saturday, June 13, Bellevue University’s Freeman/Lozier Library will serve as Nebraska’s only library host site for…
Bellevue Public Library Adult Reading Program Off to Strong Start After Huge Kickoff Event
By Laura Mischke, Head of Adult Services The Bellevue Public Library’s “Legends & Mythical Creatures” Adult Program kicked off on Sunday, April 19, with a vibrant community celebration that drew more than 1,000 attendees. Under clear, sunny skies, families and adults gathered on the library lawn to enjoy an afternoon filled with live music from…
Panel Repair Work to Begin on Platteview Road May 11
Drivers traveling along Platteview Road should expect traffic delays beginning Monday, May 11, as Sarpy County starts a panel repair project along the roadway. According to county officials, construction will take place in 2-mile sections, beginning near 87th Street in and gradually moving east toward 27th Street in Bellevue. During active construction, Platteview Road will…