SCHUYLER, Neb. (AP) — A man with a history of drunken driving has been charged with manslaughter and drunken driving in the crash death of a 15-year-old girl in Schuyler.
23-year-old Angel Lopez is accused of driving drunk during a brief police chase June 15 and then ramming into a tree in Schuyler, fatally injuring Isabella Brandt.
Online jail records say Lopez remained in custody Tuesday, pending $500,000 bail. His attorney didn’t immediately return a call from The Associated Press. Lopez’s next court appearance is set for April 25.
Court records say Lopez was convicted of driving under the influence three months ago in Platte County and convicted of reckless driving in 2014.
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A bill that seeks to reduce property taxes appears to have stalled in the Nebraska Legislature amid concerns from urban senators and coalitions of farm groups and schools.
Supporters said Tuesday they don’t believe the measure has enough support to overcome a filibuster. Lawmakers debated the bill for roughly three hours but stopped before reaching a vote. It’s unlikely to get debated again this year unless backers can show they have the 33 votes required to force a vote on it.
The bill by Sen. Mike Groene of North Platte would lower Nebraska’s school property tax levy cap and limit the percentage of district funding that could come from property taxes. Schools would have seen an increase in state aid.
Urban senators say it could increase costs for their constituents.
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A bill that would prevent Nebraska from splitting its electoral votes in presidential elections is headed to the full Legislature for debate.
The Republican-backed winner-take-all proposal advanced out of a legislative committee on Tuesday on a 6-1 vote.
Supporters say the state should speak with one voice in presidential elections. Democrats in the officially nonpartisan Legislature say the bill would reduce the incentive for Omaha-area voters to participate in elections because conservatives hold a strong majority in the state.
Nebraska and Maine are the only states where it’s possible to divide electoral votes between presidential candidates in a general election.
Sen. John Murante of Gretna says he’s hopeful lawmakers will debate his bill this year. The bill hasn’t received a priority designation but could be amended onto another measure.
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A bill that would require schools to accommodate pregnant and parenting students is headed to a final vote in the Nebraska Legislature despite opposition from rural lawmakers.
Senators advanced the bill Tuesday after defeating an amendment backed by conservative lawmakers that would remove most of the requirements. Opponents argue the measure is an unfunded mandate on school districts.
The bill would require schools to give breastfeeding students a space to express and store milk and adopt written policies for how to handle absences and coursework.
The bill’s sponsor, Sen. Tony Vargas of Omaha, says the measure’s requirements are necessary to ensure teen parents have the flexibility they need to raise children and finish high school.
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Omaha police have issued an arrest warrant for a man in the fatal shooting death of another man in an apartment complex parking lot.
The warrant charges 30-year-old Antoine Johnson, of Omaha, with second-degree murder and a weapons count in the Easter death of 29-year-old Trent Stutheit.
Police say officers sent to investigate reports of gunshots found Stutheit around 8:05 p.m. Sunday. He was taken to Creighton University Medical Center, where he died.
Police said Tuesday that Johnson should be considered armed and dangerous.
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A 27-year-old Lincoln woman is recovering falling and accidentally stabbing herself in the abdomen with a butcher knife.
Police say the woman was walking in her kitchen while carrying the knife. Officer Katie Flood says she slipped on some water, fell and stabbed herself.
Flood says another woman in the house came to the stabbed woman’s aid when she heard her screaming.
The woman was taken to the hospital with injuries not considered to be life-threatening.
During the evening hours of Friday, April 14, 2017, the Nebraska State Patrol conducted alcohol compliance checks at retail outlets in Red Willow County.
12 businesses were checked, with one of them, Sehnert’s Bakery, 312 Norris Ave, McCook, found to be non-compliant after selling alcohol to a minor. The retail outlets checked included convenience stores, liquor stores, restaurants, and bars.
Law enforcement performs compliance checks to ensure businesses are complying with the state’s alcohol laws and to decrease youth access to alcohol. The compliance checks were conducted thanks in part to a grant from Region II Human Services
Parents of students in the North Platte Public School system received a message at around 5:35 p.m., on Tuesday, stating that students who are not fully vaccinated will not be able to return to school or attend school-related activities until April 27, 2017.
In the message, Simpson said this action was taken in accordance with State regulations.
He also asked that people who have traveled to Lincoln, Omaha, Denver or Minneapolis, from March 12-17, and show signs of Measles to contact the West Central District Health Department.
A case of measles has been identified in Lincoln County and three additional persons are being tested due to measles-like symptoms. The West Central District Health Department and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services continue to investigate but no link to the confirmed case in Omaha last month has been identified at this time.
To ensure early recognition, appropriate testing, and thorough epidemiologic investigation of suspected cases, it is strongly encouraged that providers contact their local health department immediately if they suspect a measles diagnosis. This is very important for public health’s ability to identify transmission and provide recommendations to affected persons.
Persons known to have been exposed are being notified.
What are the signs and symptoms of Measles? The signs and symptoms of measles generally begin about 7‐14 days after exposure. A typical case of measles begins with mild to moderate fever, cough, runny nose, red watery eyes and a sore throat. Two or three days after the symptoms begin, tiny white spots, called Koplick’s spots, may appear inside the mouth. Three to five days after the start of symptoms a red or reddish‐brown rash appears. The rash usually begins on the face at the hairline and spreads downward to the neck, trunk, arms, legs and feet.
Exposures Included:
Madison Middle School April 1, 2017 to April 10, 2017 North Platte Public Transit April 3, 207 to April 10, 2017 New Life Church Youth Group April 5, 2017 (6:00pm – 10:30 pm) Great Plains Health Emergency Room April 10, 2017 (6:00pm – 2:30 am) Precise Family Care April 11, 2017 (8:00am – 2:00pm) Great Plains Health Pavilion in Pathology Services April 11, 2017 (11:00 am – 3:00pm) and April 17, 2017 (12:30pm to 2:30pm) Eisenhower Elementary School April 2, 2017 to April 13, 2017 North Platte Airport Diner April 17, 2017 (11:00am – 3:00pm) Suspect Exposure at GNAC Soccer Tournament April 7, 2017 to April 8, 2017 Adams and Madison Soccer Fields,Restrooms, and Concession AreasBig Apple in Kearney, Nebraska April 15, 2017 (4:00pm – 10:30pm) Shell Gas Station (108 2nd Ave in Kearney, Ne) April 15, 2017 (8:00pm – 10:30pm) Kwik Stop (4th and Poplar in North Platte, Ne) April 17, 2017 (4:30pm – 6:30pm)
What should I do if I attended one of these locations? Watch closely for the onset of signs and symptoms of measles. Those who were infected at the locations listed above could develop symptoms up to 21 days after their exposure. If you attended one the of locations on the dates and times listed above and develop symptoms of measles, call your healthcare provider right away to discuss your symptoms and potential exposure before showing up at a clinic. The provider will advise you to either come to the clinic or arrange a visit at a different location so that other people are not exposed.
We want to hear from you: Nebraska had a measles case in and around Omaha over North Platte Public Schools Spring Break (March 9 – 15, 2017). If you have traveled to Omaha and attended any of the below locations, please contact West Central District Health Department at (308) 696-1201. Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum March 13, 2017 (8:00am-2pm) Delta flight 798 from Minneapolis to Omaha March 12, 2017 (8:00pm-10:30pm) Eppley Airfield South Terminal, Omaha March 12, 2017 (10:30pm – 1:30am) Eppley Airfield South baggage claim, Omaha March 12, 2017 (10:30pm – 1:30am) Hampton Inn, 12331 Southport Pkwy La Vista March 12, 2017 – March 17, 2017 Urgent Care of Papillion, S 73rd Plaza March 15, 2017 (6:00pm – 8:30pm) CHI Urgent Care, S 96th St La Vista March 15, 2017 (7:00pm – 10:00pm) Bergan Mercy Hospital ED, Omaha March 15, 2017 (8:30pm – 12:00am)
If I have been vaccinated or had measles in the past am I protected? You are protected against measles if you have been adequately vaccinated against measles or if you have had measles in the past.
• People born prior to 1957 are considered to be immune because at that time most people were infected with measles as children.
• Most persons under 40 years of age who were compliant with school entry requirements have had two doses of MMR and have a very low risk of developing measles if exposed. Persons who were non‐compliant with that requirement are at high risk if exposed to a person shedding the measles virus.
• Preschool children 12 months of age or older should have had at least one dose of measles‐ containing vaccine.
• Infants less than 12 months of age are too young to be vaccinated and should be monitored closely for symptoms if they attended one of the events listed above. Call your health care provider if your infant has been exposed and is too young to be vaccinated to discuss options. Healthcare personnel and frequent international travelers should have 2 MMR doses.
Adults born in or after 1957 who are not healthcare personnel or frequent international travelers and cannot confirm that they have been vaccinated or had measles in the past should consider getting a dose of vaccine at this time to minimize the risk of acquiring measles in the future.
What should I do if I have questions about my vaccination status? You can call your healthcare provider or the West Central District Health Department at (308) 221- 6831 or (308) 696-1201 to discuss your immunization history and whether you need to get a vaccination at this time. Where can I get vaccinated against measles? You can call your healthcare provider or West Central District Health Department at (308) 221-6831 or (308) 696-1201.
Troy Jon Neiman, 48, of Brady NE went to “Paradise City” on April 15th, 2017.
Troy was born on May 1, 1968 in Boulder, CO. He was raised by his maternal grandparents, Jon and Frances Neiman where he grew up and graduated school from Thedford High School as class president in 1986. He attended Mid-Plains Community College majoring in Auto Mechanics and enlisted into the Army Reserves. After graduating from college, he married Christy Ann Hasenauer of Stapleton, NE in 1989 at Halsey National Park in Halsey, NE.
Troy loved spending time with his family, hunting, gardening, flying his own plane, raising cattle and managing land, loved the military lifestyle, was a NRA member, loved his retired life by spending time with his coffee buddies, and was a member of the American Legion. Troy and Christy moved to his family farm near Whitman in 1996. While there, they were active members of the Mullen Community Church. In 2007, they purchased their own ranch and moved to Brady.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jon and Frances; uncle, Jack; cousin, Joe Neiman; and his favorite cousin, Rex Solomon.
He is survived by his wife, Christy; his daughter, Melissa (Curt) Rice of Gering, NE; sons, Michael (Katie Williams) of North Platte, NE and Matthew (Allison Hood) of Brady, NE; mother, Cheryl Neiman of Denver, CO; sister, Tagwin Egle of Thedford, NE; brother, Trampus Kluender of Grand Island, NE; his favorite aunt Carol and Dr. Terry Lewis of Las Vegas, NV; and many nieces, nephews, and other family.
Memorial s may be made in his name and online condolences can be shared at adamsswanson.com.
Services will be on Friday, April 21, at 3 p.m. officiated by Pastor John Stone at Brady Public School Gym with grave side services following with a full military salute at the Brady Cemetery. The casket will be closed. Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.
On Easter Sunday we celebrated our risen Savior and watched our dad slip away into eternity to be with Jesus! Robert L. Michaels, of North Platte, NE, passed away surrounded by his family on April 16, 2017, at the age of 82.
Bob was born June 2, 1934 to Don and Ruth (Fent) Michaels in Grand Island, NE. In 1952, he graduated from North Platte High School and immediately joined the Navy as a 3rd Class Petty Officer. He served in the Korean War on board the U.S.S. Maddox from 1952-1956. He married Karen A. Michaels (McCune) on December 21, 1958. To this union four children were born. Bob was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was so proud of his family and was always there for them. He had a nickname for just about everyone and could make anyone laugh or smile with his sense of humor. He was truly one of a kind and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Bob retired from the Union Pacific Railroad as a Conductor, where he worked for 32 years. He was a member of the Eagles Club and the Moose Lodge. Known as “Bob Who” by close friends and family, he was very witty and quite the jokester. You would not hear him say anything negative about others. He thoroughly enjoyed his family and the simpler things in life, like sitting around the kitchen table with friends and family, enjoying good food, drink and laughter. Bob and Karen enjoyed attending His Place Church before illness set in.
He is survived by two daughters, Julie (Mike) Hammonds, of Houston, TX and Kelley (Jason) Davis, of North Platte; two sons, Darius (Michelle) Michaels of Lincoln and Lance (Tammy) Michaels, of North Platte; a sister, Beverly Iacobelllis of Manhattan, KS and a brother, Carroll (Nancy) Michaels, of North Platte; 10 grandchildren, Jordan, Taylor, Vance, Shaylene, Jarnell, Setera (Emmett) Gannon, MacKenzie, Jaedyn, Jamon and Jayla; one great granddaughter, Emmersyn and his beloved dogs, Smokey and Bandit. He was preceded in death by his wife Karen, his parents and siblings, Bryon, Gary and Jolene (Morris) Michaels.
A time of visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 19th from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. A memorial has been established in his name. Condolences, memories may be shared with his family at www.carpentermemorial.com. Memorial Service will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 20th at Berean Church with Jason Davis officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.
SCHUYLER, Neb. (AP) — A man with a history of drunken driving has been charged with manslaughter and drunken driving in the crash death of a 15-year-old girl in Schuyler.
