City of Blair, Nebraska

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

Still making payments on that hatchback? You'll definitely want to find a way to park it indoors before going to bed tonight.

⛈️ OVERNIGHT SEVERE THREAT (3 AM - 6 AM):
Wind-blown, tennis ball-sized hail (up to 2.5") is capable of producing destructive damage to vehicles and roofs overnight. The highest risk sits across east-central and southeast Nebraska, specifically impacting areas south of Columbus, north of Lincoln, and near Omaha.

⚠️ MORE THAN JUST HAIL: While very large hail is the main threat, these overnight storms are also capable of producing damaging winds, flash flooding, and a tornado or two.

🚨 WHAT TO DO: Since these storms are moving through while most people are asleep, please ensure your NOAA Weather Radio is on and your smartphone alerts are turned UP so you can be awakened if a warning is issued for your area.

06/10/2026

🚨 New Way to Connect with the City of Blair! 🚨

We are excited to introduce our new Report a Concern page through our website, making it easier than ever for residents to communicate concerns, requests, questions, and suggestions directly to the appropriate City department.

✅ Submit concerns online 24/7
✅ Upload photos and supporting documentation
✅ Choose from a variety of service categories
✅ Track the status of your request

To get started, simply visit the City of Blair homepage and click "Report a Concern." You will need to create a free account to submit and track requests.

Whether you're reporting a pothole, code enforcement issue, public works concern, park maintenance request, utility billing question, or another city-related matter, this helps ensure your concern gets to the right place quickly.

Thank you for helping us keep Blair a great place to live, work, and play!

06/10/2026

📢 You asked, we listened!

At last night’s City Council meeting, two new public safety measures were approved to help improve safety and emergency response times throughout our community.

🚫 New No Parking Areas
Following a public safety incident earlier this year, the City Council approved new no-parking zones to ensure emergency vehicles can safely and quickly access the area without delays.

The new no-parking areas include:
• North side of Meadow Drive, beginning 235 feet west of 23rd Avenue and extending eastward to that point.
• North side of Meadow Drive, beginning 185 feet east of 23rd Avenue and extending westward to that point.
• West side of North 24th Street, beginning 126 feet south of Meadow Drive and extending northward to that point.

🛑 New Four-Way Stop
Council also approved converting the intersection of 12th Street and Park Street from a two-way stop to a complete four-way stop to improve traffic safety.

⚠️ New signs will be installed in the coming days after all required utility locates have been completed.

Thank you to everyone who continues to share concerns and feedback. Your input helps make Blair a safer community for all.

06/10/2026

A bag and a separate set of keys were found after Washington County Gateway to the West. If you think one of these items may belong to you, call or stop by the Chamber to describe and claim.

06/09/2026

⏰ City Council Meeting Starts in 2 Hours

The Blair City Council Meeting begins tonight at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

Now is your opportunity to stay informed, get involved, and have your voice heard on matters affecting our community.

Can't attend in person? Tune in live from wherever you are:

▶️ City of Blair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/
▶️ Blair Radio YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

⚠️ Please note: Comments made during the live stream will not be read aloud during the meeting.

We hope you'll join us tonight, either in person or online.

06/09/2026

Severe storm potential returns today. A few isolated afternoon and evening storms are possible before a storm complex pushes across northeast Nebraska into the early overnight period. The primary hazard will be damaging wind gusts (up to 75 mph), though isolated pockets of hail & a tornado can’t be ruled out.

06/08/2026

Today, the City of Blair announces that City Administrator Phil Green has accepted a position with the City of Fremont and will conclude his service with Blair on August 26, 2026.

For more than 18 years, Phil has served our community with dedication, professionalism, and a commitment to public service, first as Assistant City Administrator and later as City Administrator. His leadership has helped advance important projects, strengthen city operations, and support the continued growth of Blair.

We are grateful for Phil's hard work and the lasting impact he has made on our organization and community. While we are saddened to see him leave, we wish him and his family nothing but success and happiness in this next chapter.

Please join us in thanking Phil for his years of service to the City of Blair and wishing him well in his new role.

06/08/2026

🎆 Blair's 4th of July Fireworks Have a New Home! 🎆

The City of Blair is excited to announce that our annual Independence Day Fireworks Show will take place at a new location in 2026, the area between the Youth Sports Complex and Blair Cemetery.

We're working closely with our fireworks vendor, today's announcement is just the beginning, and we'll be sharing additional information in the coming weeks.

📍 New Launch Location: Northwest corner of the Blair Cemetery

⚠️ Please note:
• The Blair Cemetery will be closed during the event for public safety.
• The exact closure time is still being determined and will be announced once finalized.

We know this is a change from previous years, and we're excited about the opportunities this new location provides for spectators, parking, and community activities.

Stay tuned for more details, maps, parking information, viewing locations, and event updates.

We look forward to celebrating Independence Day with our community!

06/08/2026

Here are the sights of the 2026 Gateway to the West Parade, captured by our very own talented Police Chief Kinsey! 📸

From colorful floats and community groups to smiling faces lining the streets, this year's parade was a wonderful celebration of the spirit that makes Blair such a special place to call home.

A special thank you to our Public Safety teams and Public Works Department for the countless hours of planning, preparation, traffic control, setup, cleanup, and behind-the-scenes work that help make this event run safely and smoothly each year. Your dedication ensures that residents and visitors alike can enjoy this cherished community tradition.

Thank you to everyone who participated, attended, and helped make this year's event a success. We hope you enjoy these snapshots from one of Blair's favorite traditions!

Blair Police Department
Blair Volunteer Fire & Rescue