Running for Trey

I recently was able to work on a story on teen track star Ty Hansen from Fremont, Nebraska. Ty lost his twin bother, and one of his biggest supporters, Trey in a car accident in 2013 and has him on his mind as the state track meet approaches. Ty pictures Trey at the end of the finish line each time he runs. He whispers "this one's for you Trey,'' before the gun goes off.  When Ty crossed the finish line winning first place in the 800 and 1600 meter run he pointed to the sky.

Read the powerful story by Dirk Chatelain here.


You can watch the video below.

Ty Hansen rests his head in his hands over the grave of his twin brother Trey Hansen on May 20, 2015 at the cemetery in Fremont, Neb. Trey Hansen was killed in a car accident in 2013. Ty Hansen, a track star for Fremont, recently graduated high school and will be running in the state track meet this year. He has Trey in his mind as the state meet approaches. "Trey is a really big motivator for me," Hansen said. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Ty Hansen drives through Fremont on May 20, 2015 in Fremont, Neb. Ty Hansen, a track star for Fremont recently graduated high school and will be running in the state track meet this year. He lost his twin brother in a car wreck in 2013 and has him in his mind as the state meet approaches. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Ty Hansen looks at medals won by his brother Trey Hansen, who died in a car crash, in Trey's bedroom on May 20, 2015 in Fremont, Neb. Ty sleeps in his brother's bed every night. Ty Hansen, a track star for Fremont recently graduated high school and will be running in the state track meet this year. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Ty Hansen, center, warms up with teammates in the gym on May 20, 2015 during track practice at Fremont High School in Fremont, Neb. Ty Hansen, a track star for Fremont recently graduated high school and will be running in the state track meet this year. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Ty Hansen, center, runs drills on the track on May 20, 2015 at Fremont High School in Fremont, Neb. Ty Hansen, a track star for Fremont recently graduated high school and will be running in the state track meet this year. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

 Ty Hansen, second from left, practices with his team on the track on May 20, 2015 at Fremont High School in Fremont, Neb. Ty Hansen, a track star for Fremont recently graduated high school and will be running in the state track meet this year. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Ty Hansen relaxes in the tent with Fremont athletes on May 23, 2015 during the NSAA State Track & Field Championships at Omaha Burke in Omaha, Neb. "I usually take a deep breath right before the gun goes off and I say this is for you Trey" SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Ty Hansen, third from the front, races in the Class A boys race in the 1600 meter run on May 23, 2015 during the NSAA State Track & Field Championships at Omaha Burke in Omaha, Neb. Hansen won the 800 meter run and the 1600 meter race. "I usually try to picture trey at the end of the finish line," Hansen said. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Ty Hansen crosses the finish line winning the Class A boys 800m run on May 23, 2015 during the NSAA State Track & Field Championships at Omaha Burke in Omaha, Neb.  SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

 Ty Hansen, left, embraces his coach Sean McMahon, right, after winning the Class A boys 800m run on May 23, 2015 during the NSAA State Track & Field Championships at Omaha Burke in Omaha, Neb.  SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

 Ty Hansen brushes freshly cut grass from the grave of his twin brother Trey Hansen on May 20, 2015 at the cemetery in Fremont, Neb. "If I win I'll probably go tie my medals to his grave or his wreath," Hansen said. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Spring has sprung and gone

Here's a quick update of daily's from the spring.

Selena Munoz, 14, left, and Citlally Lara 11, right, dance on L Street on May 2, 2015 following the Cinco de Mayo Omaha parade down S. 24th St. in Omaha. The parade featured dancers, a race, floats cheered on by large crowds. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Reina Rosa, left, sister of Jesus Ismenia Marinero, is embraced by her daughter Veronica Rosa, right, niece of Jesus Ismenia Marinero, after speaking at a press conference on May 12, 2015 at their home in Omaha, Neb. The 25-year-old son of Jesus Ismenia Marinero, Roberto C. Martinez-Marinero, has been booked on suspicion of first-degree murder and use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony in connection with her death. He reportedly told investigators that he killed his mother, and his 4-year-old half brother Josue Ramirez-Marinero by throwing him in the Elkhorn River and put his 11-month-old brother Angel in a dumpster. Angel was found alive and well. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD 

The casket of Jesus Ismenia Marinero is carried out during the funeral of Jesus Ismenia Marinero and Josue Ramirez-Marinero on May 30, 2015 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Omaha, Neb. The 25-year-old son of Jesus Ismenia Marinero, Roberto C. Martinez-Marinero, has been booked on suspicion of first-degree murder and use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony in connection with her death. He reportedly told investigators that he killed his mother, and his 4-year-old half brother Josue Ramirez-Marinero by throwing him in the Elkhorn River and put his 11-month-old brother Angel in a dumpster. Angel was found alive and well. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

People exit the church following the funeral of Omaha Police Officer Kerrie Orozco on May 26, 2015 at Creighton's D. J. Sokol Arena in Omaha, Neb.  SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Rick Fowler, who is depicted in the mural, plays piano with his dog Beastie at inCOMMON as crews prepare to hang a 10-story mural by Watie White on May 8, 2015 near Park Ave. and Woolworth Ave. and Park Ave. in Omaha, Neb. The mural, a project with inCOMMON Community Development, depicts residents of the neighborhood nominated by other local residents. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Summer Miller prepares Strawberry Shortcake with Rhubarb Compote, a recipe by Michael Haskett, from her new cookbook "New Prairie Kitchen" on April 23, 2015 at her home in Elkhorn, Neb. Miller is releasing her new cookbook which focuses on regional farmers, chefs and artisans. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

 Summer Miller cooks Braised Chicken Soup with Potato Gnocchi and Morel Mushrooms, a recipe by Nick Strawhecker,  from her new cookbook "New Prairie Kitchen" on April 23, 2015 at her home in Elkhorn, Neb. Miller is releasing her new cookbook which focuses on regional farmers, chefs and artisans. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Christer Andre Olsen sniffs an aquavit at the Skål! Scandinavian Spirits exhibit on April 25, 2015 at the Museum of Danish America in Elkhorn, IA. The museum examines the cultural history of alcoholic Scandinavian beverages. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Food is prepared in the kitchen at Astoria Biryani House on May 26, 2015 at 10841 Q St. in Omaha, Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

People dine on crab legs and steaks at Dude's Steak House on June 2, 2015 in Sidney, Neb. On a Tuesday evening the restaurant was packed with diners. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

The sun sets over Sidney on June 2, 2015 in Sidney, Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

The moon over Sidney and the Cabela's water tower, right, pictured on June 2, 2015 in Sidney, Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

A climber competes in the Midwestern Chapter Tree Climbing Championship on June 6, 2015 at Hansom Park in Omaha, Neb. Climbers competed in various tasks including aerial rescue, speed climb, secured footlock, work climb and throwline. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Class D girls compete in the 3200 Meter Relay on May 22, 2015 during the NSAA State Track & Field Championships at Omaha Burke in Omaha, Neb.  SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Autumn Graham crosses the finish line to give Plattsmouth first place in the girls 3200 meter relay on May 22, 2015 during the NSAA State Track & Field Championships at Omaha Burke in Omaha, Neb.  SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Millard North's,  AJ Perrault (6), left, and Creighton Prep's Jacob Mueller (6), right, go for the ball during the first half of the Class A Creighton Prep vs. Millard North boys soccer game on May 15, 2015 during the NSAA State Soccer Championships at Morrison Stadium in Omaha, Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

 Dustin Roberts prepares to throw out a first pitch on April 20, 2015 before the Omaha Storm Chasers baseball game at Werner Park in Papillion, Neb. Roberts, a Royals fan, watched the World Series from his hospital room while waiting amputation. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

The entrance of the "old corporate" building displays mounts and the blueprints from the John Deere offices in downtown Sidney on June 2, 2015 in Sidney, Neb. The building, built in the '20s by John Deere and purchased by Cabela's in the '60's, currently houses the property development and IT functions. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

05/03/2015 Ashley Sanchez, left, Kimberly Fonseca, second from left, Dayana Rodriguez, Kelsey Sanchez, and Tara Dudycha, right, of Lincoln stretch before Lincoln National Guard Marathon on May 3, 2015 in Lincoln, Neb. Runners had the option of running a full or half marathon through downtown and residential areas of Lincoln. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Jackie Oswald hugs her son Risor in the park on May 27, 2015 in Pilger, Neb. The one year anniversary of the destructive tornado that killed two and left widespread destruction is coming in June. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Western Nebraska, Part 2

Dr. Hank Bounds walks near the Scotts Bluff National Monument after leaving the Farm and Ranch Museum on April 15, 2015 in Gering, Neb. Dr. Hank Bounds is spending his first week as president touring Nebraska. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

George Schlothauer, left. Nancy Haney, second from left, Dr. Hank Bounds and Charlie Fenster, right, watch a short film about Nebraska at the Farm and Ranch Museum on April 15, 2015 in Gering, Neb. Dr. Hank Bounds is spending his first week as president touring Nebraska. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Dr. Hank Bounds peers into a microscope to look at Sugarbeet aphids at the UNL Panhandle Research and Extension Center on April 15, 2015 in Scottsbluff, Neb. Dr. Hank Bounds is spending his first week as president touring Nebraska. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Dr. Hank Bounds speaks at an assembly to Gering High School students on April 15, 2015 at Gering High School  in Gering, Neb. Dr. Hank Bounds is spending his first week as president touring Nebraska. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

 Dr. Hank Bounds, center, visits the Trailside Museum of Natural History, which houses the "Clash of the Titans" exhibit, fossils of two large bull mammoths whose tusks locked together during battle, on April 15, 2015 in Fort Robinson State Park. Dr. Hank Bounds is spending his first week as president touring Nebraska. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

 Dr. Hank Bounds is encouraged by his tour guides to hop on a tractor at the Nebraska at the Farm and Ranch Museum on April 15, 2015 in Gering, Neb. Dr. Hank Bounds is spending his first week as president touring Nebraska. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Dr. Hank Bounds visits the UNL Panhandle Research and Extension Center feedlot on April 15, 2015 in Scottsbluff, Neb. Dr. Hank Bounds is spending his first week as president touring Nebraska. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Students Wyatt Helton, left, Tacory Spencer, second from left, Robert Jackson, and Myesha Dickens, right, play pool at the Chadron State College Student Center on April 15, 2015 in Chadron, Neb. Dr. Hank Bounds is spending his first week as president touring Nebraska. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

 Wayne Evans repairs fencing with his dog Kade on April 15, 2015 off of US Route 20, the Bridges to Buttes Byway, near Merriman Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Wayne Evans repairs fencing with his dog Kade on April 15, 2015 off of US Route 20, the Bridges to Buttes Byway, near Merriman Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Wayne Evans repairs fencing with his dog Kade on April 15, 2015 off of US Route 20, the Bridges to Buttes Byway, near Merriman Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

The landscape at Fort Robinson State Park on April 15, 2015. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Antelope walk through the Sandhills on April 15, 2015 off of Nebraska Highway 71 north of Scottsbluff, Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Antelope walk through the Sandhills on April 15, 2015 off of Nebraska Highway 71 north of Scottsbluff, Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Scenery at the Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge on April 15, 2015 in Valentine, Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Bison graze at the Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge on April 15, 2015 in Valentine, Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Bison graze at the Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge on April 15, 2015 in Valentine, Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

A prairie dog sticks his head up at the Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge on April 15, 2015 in Valentine, Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

 Motorcyclists ride past as the sun sets on the Scotts Bluff National Monument on April 14, 2015 in  Scottsbluff, Neb.  SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

The landscape of the Sandhills on April 15, 2015 off of Nebraska Highway 71 north of Scottsbluff, Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

Brandon Flores, left, and Wade Morgan, right, owner of Morgan's, chat on April 14, 2015 in Ellsworth, Neb. The shop sells hunting and fishing gear as well as clothing and provisions. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD

The Sandhills can be see through a ranch sign on April 15, 2015 off of US Route 20, the Bridges to Buttes Byway, near Merriman Neb. SARAH HOFFMAN/THE WORLD-HERALD