Lucinda "Lucy" Lauritsen, 68, of Blair, Nebraska, passed away on the 14th of May, 2026. The funeral service will follow the next day, Wednesday, the 20th of May, 2026 at 2 pm at Campbell Aman. Graveside services will be held at the Blair Cemetery. John Winfield Young, Jr., 96, of Blair, Nebraska, passed away on May 15, 2026, peacefully surrounded by his family. Visitation will be held at Campbell Aman Funeral Home on May 20, 2026, from 6-7 pm followed by a prayer service at 7

The Blair Volunteer Fire and Rescue released: this week, we proudly recognize and celebrate the dedicated EMS providers of the Blair Volunteer Fire Department who answer the call day and night to serve our community with compassion, courage, and professionalism. So far in 2026, the Blair Volunteer Fire and Rescue department has responded to: 516 total calls for service 416 medical calls Behind every call is a team of volunteers committed to helping others during some of life’

HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OUR AREA… Fort Calhoun School’s Out Celebration is on Thursday, May 21, from 11:15am-1:30pm at Adams Street Plaza Park (Splash Pad). There will be hot dogs, chips, and popsicles as well as a foam party from noon-1pm. Night Market in Art Alley & Pocket Park Downtown Blair is on Thursday, May 21st from 5-9pm. There will be mini root beer floats and boutique vendors. Nomadic Novels Mobile Bookstore has its grand opening on May 21 at 5:30pm at the Art A