(image credit: US National Weather Service Omaha/Valley - FB.com/NWSOmaha) The National Weather Service Omaha/Valley issued a Flood Watch that includes Blair, Missouri Valley and surrounding areas including Tekamah and Nebraska City. This Flood Watch is in effect from Tuesday evening through Thursday evening and is due to anticipated excessive rainfall possible. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

A reminder that the City of Blair’s Safety Action Plan Open House #2 is coming up on Tuesday, September 29, 6:00–8:00 PM at the Blair City Council Chambers – 218 S. 16th Street. A brief presentation will be given at 6:10 PM. This is your opportunity to review what has been learned so far, identify areas of concern, and share ideas about how we can make Blair’s streets safer for everyone who walks, bikes, rolls, or drives. More details and access to the map and plan can be fou

HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OUR AREA… Memorial Community Hospital & Health System is turning 70, and they are throwing a birthday party for the entire community! Join them Today, Sept 29, in the MCH parking lot from 4:30-7:00 pm for family-friendly activities, games for all ages, live music, local food trucks and lots of fun. The first 100 attendees will receive a free meal ticket. Come celebrate! The Blair Safety Action Plan committee is hosting their second Open House today,