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By Gretchen Mensink Lovejoy "I will miss seeing my high school friends almost every day," said Chatfield High School senior and high honor student Karen Sass, daughter of Rahn and Pat Sass of rural Chatfield, who is being recognized by the CHS administration and staff for her academic achievement.

All over the country, students are graduating from high school. Most ceremonies are in a gym, or on a field, but one Lawton-Bronson student had his ceremony in a hospital.

The Rochester Elks Lodge awarded $7,400 in scholarships to 37 graduating seniors this school through its Elks Students of the Month program.

Three women were recently named regional winners by St. Cloud Hospital through the Spirit of Women Awards Program, which recognizes the "talent and dedication of those who make their communities healthier, safer and more inspirational places to live." Dr.

The sands of Big Mac have set the stage for heightened conflict between people and birds that could end with closing large sections of the beach to public use.

Creighton University in Omaha, Neb., on May 12 held its commencement ceremonies.

Calcium supplements may double the risk of heart attacks, a new study suggests. Swiss and German researchers tracked nearly 24,000 people for 11 years, and found that while dietary calcium seems to protect against heart attacks and strokes, supplements may boost that risk.

Area college students graduated and/or have been recognized for the following academic achievements: DePaul University Dean's List In order to qualify for the Dean's List at DePaul, students must earn above a 3.0 grade point average on a four point scale.A The following local residents made the Dean's List at DePaul University for the winter ... (more)

A 42-year-old Omaha woman suffered a gunshot wound to her head Tuesday night after apparently getting caught in the crossfire between two vehicles north of downtown, police said.

An Omaha man is dead following what appears to be a knife fight last night at the Jackson Towers at 27th and St.

"Rattlesnake Daddy," a memoir by Creighton University English Professor Brent Spencer , and aA great choice forA summer reading,A is a finalist for a book award given yearly byA ForeWord Reviews .

Bob Boozer used to say an open 15-foot jumper was like a layup. Omaha's brightest basketball star, who died Saturday at age 75, outplayed Wilt at Allen Fieldhouse.

May 22, 1947: Another $150,000 would be needed to update Omaha's Municipal Stadium and bring its seating capacity to 25,000. Arthur Weaver, Public Improvements Commissioner, made this report.

Kids Yoga is a fun, the kids will learn many simple yoga postures breathing & relaxation techniques, concentration exercises, meditation, healthy food styles.

Elizabeth McShane Elizabeth McShane has graduated from the University of Arizona College of Education with a bachelor of arts degree in elementary education.

The Garcia-Prats have had a son in attendance at Strake Jesuit College Preparatory in Houston since August 1990 -- 22 consecutive years.

May 19, 1937: In a surprise installation, Rev. Joseph P. Zuercher, S. J., was named as the 15th president of Creighton University.

In all, a total of about 30 new-to-the state outlet brands have committed to the Nebraska Crossing project and will be announced in phases over the summer.

The MacAllister Chair of Regional Economy at Creighton University will be in Riverton for a dinner meeting next Monday, May 21st at the Wind River Casino to talk about the national economy and the outlook for Wyoming.A Ernie Goss, Ph.D. first speaking tour, arranged by the Wyoming Business Alliance, will be thought provoking and entertaining.

Leah Shaw, Ogdensburg, was awarded a doctor of pharmacy degree during Creighton University's commencement ceremony on May 12 at the CenturyLink Center Omaha.