Bellevue
Bellevue University Purchases Baseball Village from City, Ground-Breaking Ceremony Held Today
Bellevue University recently finalized a deal with the city of Bellevue to purchase land just south of Offutt Air Force Base that was once home to the World Baseball Village. A ground-breaking ceremony was held today as work has already begun on modernizing and updating the fields for use by the Bruin baseball and softball…
Bellevue Police Investigate Crash at Galvin and Harvell Intersection
On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at approximately 7:49 p.m., Bellevue Police Officers responded to Galvin Road and Harvell Drive regarding a motor vehicle crash involving injuries. Upon arrival, officers determined that a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle, driven by a thirty-two (32) year-old male, collided with a 2017 Nissan Altima, driven by an eighteen (18) year-old female,…
The Class of 2025: Presenting Bellevue’s High School Graduates
This month, the Bellevue community welcomes over 1,100 new high school graduates! Congratulations to all of the graduates from Bellevue’s five high schools: Bellevue East, Bellevue West, Gross Catholic, Bryan High School, and Cornerstone Christian. We wish each of you a bright future as you go out to change the world and make it a…
Bellevue High Schools Name 2025 Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations to all scholarship recipients from Bellevue’s high schools: Bellevue East, Bellevue West, Gross Catholic, Bryan High School, and Cornerstone Christian… Bellevue East – Class of 2025 Scholarships Carter Acosta: Metro Community College Take It Further; Christine Adzafui: Comprehensive Packet Next Grad Scholarship, Metro Community College Take It Further, University of Nebraska Omaha Goodrich Scholarship;…
Police Find Two Dead in Bellevue Apartment
On Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, at approximately 11:46 a.m., Bellevue Police Officers responded to an apartment located in the 11900 block of South 35th Street, regarding a check on the well-being of a male resident. A caller stated that the male resident had not been seen or heard from for a few days. Upon arrival,…
More Than 800 Students to Graduate at Bellevue University’s Spring Commencement
On Saturday, June 7, more than 800 Bellevue University students will receive their diplomas during the University’s Spring Commencement ceremony at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The event will begin at 9:10 a.m. with a procession of graduates, followed by the ceremony at 9:30 a.m. The event will be live-streamed for those who cannot…
Library Reveals Upcoming Children’s Summer Program Offerings
The Children’s Department is leveling up this June and July during the “Level Up At Your Library” Summer Library Program! Will you accept the challenge? Games, bingo, art, a movie, trivia, jigsaw contest, audiobook campout, and nine opportunities for a grand prize slip to put toward one of the many prizes that will be on…
A Life of Service: Honoring Herman Colvin
By Charles J. Haymond, 55th Wing Public Affairs OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — Born in November 1949 in Aliceville, Alabama, Herman Colvin’s life was a testament to the power of selfless service. His journey of dedication began when he joined the United States Air Force in 1971, serving as an intelligence analyst with the…
Obituary: In Memory of J. Allen Soderlund
J. Allen Soderlund, November 16, 1941 – April 27, 2025 Jan Allen Soderlund was born November 16, 1941, to Harold and Ethel Soderlund in Lincoln, NE. Allen was a man of many words and strong opinions. He enjoyed discussing current events, listening to public radio, and classic cars. So much so that Allen tracked down…
Bellevue University to Host Third Annual Library Comic Con on May 17
— Free community event invites attendees to participate in cosplay, trivia, crafts, and more Bellevue University will host its third annual Library Comic Con on Saturday, May 17, from 1-4 p.m., at the John B. Muller Administrative Services Building on the University’s main campus (812 Bruin Blvd., Bellevue, Nebraska 68005). The event, organized by Jessica…