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Fire Forces Closure of Stella’s Bar and Grill
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…
Air Show Returns to Offutt to Celebrate 250 Years of American Indpendence
BELLEVUE, Neb. — Offutt Air Force Base has announced plans to host a free public air show on Saturday, Aug. 8 and Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026, as part of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of American independence. Residents and visitors are encouraged to save the date as event details and performer lineups will be shared…
Green Bellevue Launches “Native Plants 101” Series to Grow Pollinator-Friendly Gardens
Bellevue, NE – Green Bellevue is proud to announce Native Plants 101, a four-part community education series designed to support both new and experienced native gardeners in Bellevue and the surrounding metro. Launching in February and continuing through March, the series will feature expert speakers offering practical, accessible guidance on native plants and pollinator-friendly gardening….
Expanded Parking Lot Reopens on Sarpy Campus Following Demo of Old Jail
The courthouse parking lot on Sarpy County’s main campus at 84th Street and Highway 370 has reopened following a construction project that demolished the old jail and expanded parking. Work began in April that included demolishing the old jail. With the building cleared, crews resurfaced the lot on the west side of campus to add…
Other Desert Cities Opens January 16 at Bellevue Little Theatre
‘Other Desert Cities’ directed by Adam J. Fulbright will open Friday, January 16 at the Bellevue Little Theatre in Olde Towne Bellevue and will run for three weekends, closing on February 1. The curtain is 7:30 pm on Friday and Saturday evenings and 1 pm on Sunday. This drama, by Jon Robin Baitz, premiered Off-Broadway…
Faster, Easier Borrowing: How Self-Checkout Works at the Bellevue Public Library
A Personal Identification Number (PIN) plays an important role in keeping your library account safe. With a PIN, you can access a range of online resources at the Bellevue Public Library, such as our public computer lab, catalog, and digital leisure passes. You can also use self-checkout, which makes checking out library material convenient and…
Bellevue East High School Names Principal Beginning 2026-27 School Year
Bellevue, Neb. – Bellevue Public Schools is pleased to announce that Mr. Nathan Bacon will serve as Principal at Bellevue East High School beginning in the 2026-27 school year. Mr. Bacon is currently an assistant principal at Bellevue East and has been with Bellevue Public Schools since 2012 in both teaching and leadership positions, beginning his time as a special education…
Bellevue’s Top Ten Stories of 2025
At the Bellevue Times, we recently wrapped up another year of sharing local news through our iPhone/iPad App, our Andriod/Google Play App, and our Digital News Site. As we move forward, we continue to see steady growth in both readership and engagement, with more visitors checking in regularly to stay informed about what’s happening in Bellevue. Thanks…
Bellevue Reflects on a Year of Expansion, Investment, and Community Pride
A 2025 Review by City of Bellevue Leaders 2025 was a busy and exciting year in the City of Bellevue—one marked by new opportunities, strong community connections, and the launch of transformative projects that will shape the city’s future for generations to come. It was also a year of growth, as Bellevue welcomed several new…
Bellevue Library Foundation Kicks Off Matching Fund Drive as December Events Roll On
Several special activities are planned for December at the Bellevue Public Library, including fundraisers, holiday programs, a food drive, and a holiday lights collection. The Bellevue Library Foundation (BLF) is participating in the 2025 Midlands Community Foundation (MCF) Matching Charitable Program that began on Dec. 2. This is the major fundraising activity for the Library…