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Officer Involved Shooting Not Real But Realistic
Wed, 16 May 2012 20:46:33 -0700

Sarpy County,Nebraska investigators train for something they hope never happens. An armed suspect shot by a deputy. It isn't real but meant to be realistic.

Stacey, Lawry Charged In Gun Probe
Thu, 17 May 2012 12:46:43 -0700

Sarpy County Attorney Lee Polikov released a statement Thursday saying a complaint will be filed against Bellevue Police Chief John Stacey and former Gretna city administrator Colleen Lawry for violation of a state gun law.

Sarpy Co. sheriff investigates possible misuse of Gretna funds
Tue, 01 May 2012 20:21:57 -0700

Sarpy County Sheriff Jeff Davis confirms his office is looking into the possible misuse of funds by the city of Gretna.

6 on ballot to represent District 2
Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:58:19 -0700

Six people have their sights set on representing one of the fastest-growing legislative districts in Nebraska, District 2, which encompasses Cass County and parts of Sarpy and Otoe counties.

Douglas County precinct changes called a 'disaster'
Fri, 18 May 2012 08:13:40 -0700

OMAHA – Douglas County's election chief says, however, the number of complaints is in line with past votes.

May Primary: Election Results
Tue, 15 May 2012 18:16:33 -0700

Nebraska voters cast their ballots in several races Tuesday. Early returns show clear front runners in many of them.

Investigators search for handgun at Lawry's home
Thu, 10 May 2012 14:36:57 -0700

A Nebraska State Patrol investigator said he received information that the former Gretna city administrator received a handgun from Bellevue's police chief.

Gretna City Administrator Fired, Then Arrested
Tue, 01 May 2012 19:48:13 -0700

Investigators shed more light Wednesday into the case against the former city administrator for Gretna, Colleen Lawry. She goes before a judge Thursday morning in Sarpy County court.

2 primaries may determine Sarpy Board races
Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:36:36 -0700

No Democrats are on the ballot for either Sarpy County Board race, meaning the primary winner could be uncontested in November's general election.

Gretna City Administrator fired, arrested
Wed, 02 May 2012 04:21:59 -0700

Sarpy County Sheriff Jeff Davis confirms his office is looking into the possible misuse of funds by the city of Gretna.