Motorists traveling through Bellevue and surrounding areas should prepare for long-term lane reductions as the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) begins major bridge and roadway repairs along U.S. Highway 75 / Kennedy Freeway next week. According to NDOT, work is scheduled to begin May 4 on US-75 between Reference Posts 79 and 83 in Sarpy…
OMAHA, Neb. — Patriotic Productions is inviting individuals, families, veterans groups, businesses, churches, and community organizations to take part in a once-in-a-lifetime patriotic experience as part of the America 250 celebration. Volunteers are needed to help unfurl and raise what organizers call the World’s Largest American Flag, a massive 250-foot by 505-foot American flag, during…
After nearly four months away recovering from a serious fall and surgery, longtime Bellevue restaurateur John Sakkas is back where many in the community know him best — behind the counter at John’s Grecian Delight. Sakkas reopened his restaurant on Friday, April 17, marking a welcome return for one of Bellevue’s longest-running local businesses. Located…
Bellevue East and Bellevue West celebrated prom night on Saturday, April 18, with both schools crowning their 2026 prom kings and queens. Bellevue East hosted its 2026 prom at Bellevue Berry Farm with an “Under the Sea” theme. Blake Zimmerman was named Prom King, while Madeleine Walter was crowned Prom Queen. Last year’s Bellevue East…
by Barb Farrell, Bellevue Public Library Office Manager and Adult Volunteer Coordinator Have you stopped by to browse the Library Bookstore? It features a large collection of donated books, DVDs, and puzzles. Items that are no longer in circulation from the library’s collection also find new life on the bookstore shelves. Along with regular sales,…
Douglas Lloyd Gatewood: February 8, 1962 – April 3, 2026, Age 64 Preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Joanne; brother Stephen. Survived by his siblings Scott Gatewood, Collin Gatewood, Sarah Williams and their families; many nieces and nephews. Graveside Service: Saturday, April 18, 2026, 10:30 a.m., Bellevue Cemetery, 1303 Lord Boulevard, Bellevue, NE…
The Bellevue Bicycle Club (BBC) will observe the International Ride of Silence on May 20th at 7:00 pm. This year marks the 24th Anniversary of this event, which is designed to honor the memories of those killed in car bike accidents or injured. It is to raise awareness of the safety needs of Cyclists while…
Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced an investment of over $30 million to increase U.S. production of its medium-voltage switchgear, the equipment used to protect, control and isolate electrical equipment in data center, utility and industrial power generation and distribution systems. The Bellevue Chamber of Commerce posted this statement to their Facebook page today,…
Earth Day in Bellevue Set for April 19 with EV Display, Expanded Activities, Exhibits and Giveaways BELLEVUE, Neb. — Green Bellevue announced that Earth Day in Bellevue will be held on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Bellevue University’s John B. Muller Administrative Building, 812 Bruin Blvd. (lower level), from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This…
The Sarpy County Election Commission began mailing early voting ballots Monday, April 6, for the upcoming primary election on Tuesday, May 12. Roughly 1,700 voters have requested to vote early. Ballots will be mailed daily as additional requests are received and verified. The deadline to request an early voting ballot is 6 p.m. on Friday,…
