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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…
Bellevue Bicycle Club to Observe Ride of Silence on May 21
The Bellevue Bicycle Club will observe the International Ride of Silence on May 21st at 7:00 pm. This year marks the 23rd Anniversary of this event, which is designed to honor the memories of those killed in car-bike accidents or injured. It is to bring increased awareness to the safety needs of Cyclists while riding…
New Aquarium Debuts at Bellevue Library
The new 150-gallon aquarium is much bigger than the 55-gallon tank in the old library. Ruff Water Aquarium Services designed a tank that has live plants, fish, and snails. A wooden decorative tree root structure makes the aquarium unique. This addition was part of the library’s vision since the early stages of planning for the…
Bellevue Police Department Officer and Detective of the Year Recognized
As they do annually, the Excellence in Law Enforcement Committee (ELEC) met in January and selected the Bellevue Police Department Officer of the Year and Detective of the Year for 2024. 2024 OFFICER OF THE YEAR – Officer Dan Weber The ELEC selected Officer Dan Weber as the 2024 Officer of the Year. Throughout the…