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Responses to the “Right to Carry” bill – The Omaha News

By: Andrew Kusleika, Reporter OMAHA, Neb. – As a response to the enactment of LB77 Constitutional Carry, Mayor Jean Stothert has issued an executive order banning weapons on city-owned property. The cities of Omaha and Lincoln have been opposed to the bill since its inception. The same goes for the police chiefs of both cities. 

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Autumn Amusements: Top 10 Family-Fall Fiestas in the Omaha Area

🍂 Introduction As the leaves turn amber and the air crisps up, Omaha unveils a colorful palette of fall festivities that beckon families for delightful day-outs. From pumpkin patches to apple orchards, enchanting trails to charming farms, Omaha’s autumn landscape is brimming with joyful giggles and treasured moments. Grab your coziest sweaters, a cup of

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Movie Reviews

Savior Complex movie review & film summary (2023)

“Savior Complex” gets even richer when one considers the flaws of No White Saviors, an organization with a vocal, outspoken leader who just happens to be a white American woman. Seriously. She jokes it away, but the idea that Kelsey Nielsen doesn’t understand that she too is kind of a white savior saving Ugandans from

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Elevate Your Spirits: Omaha’s Top Bars of 2023

Pouring Into the Intro: In the heart of the Midwest, Omaha unfolds as a hidden gem of culinary wonders and vibrant nightlife. This city, with its charming blend of historic elegance and modern flair, showcases an impressive array of bars each with a unique ambiance, tempting drinks, and infectious energy. Whether you seek a sophisticated

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Drink of the Week

Drink of the Week: The Midwestern Melody

Greetings, Omaha! Is your palate tuned up and ready for a symphony of flavors? Well, sit back and let us introduce you to the musical masterpiece that is our Drink of the Week – The Midwestern Melody! Inspired by the harmonious landscapes of the Midwest, this cocktail is a delightful blend of apple brandy, lemon

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Omaha Fashion Week

Mark your calendar! — Omaha Fashion Week

We wrapped up OFW August 2023 less than a month ago and are already dreaming up new plans for next season! The fun literally never ends here at OFW! Shows are scheduled for Feb. 21-25, 2024. We will have more details on programming once designers are selected in mid-November. We are welcoming new selection panelists,

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Movie Reviews

TIFF 2023 Video: Festival Highlights Including Spike Lee Receiving the TIFF Ebert Director Award | Festivals & Awards

The Toronto International Film Festival 2023 had a very strong lineup. We are all mindful and supportive of the ongoing actor and writer strikes. Still, there was plenty to see and talk about. However, as you can see, I’m still in my Barbenheimer mode. Congratulations to Greta Gerwig for being the first woman director to bring

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Movie Reviews

The Storms of Jeremy Thomas movie review (2023)

Cousins’ narration gets a bit MFA fiction workshop at certain points, but that’s a feature of his work, not a bug (in another life, he might’ve been a novelist, possibly in a Beat writer mode). The film is organized around storms and divided into numbered chapters with titles like “Sex” and “Death.” It gets a bit fanboyish when delving

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Movie Reviews

My Sailor, My Love movie review (2023)

Grace is at least given a much richer personal history, which is slowly teased out. At first, it seems she is just overprotective and controlling of her father’s life. Then, she appears jealous, as she reacts poorly to Howard’s relationship with Annie and the joy he seems to take in becoming part of Annie’s large,

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Halloween Events In Omaha, NE

It’s time to sip pumpkin spice lattes, hunt for the perfect pumpkin, and begin the season’s adventures. In Omaha, the fun revs up in October with events the entire family will love. Here’s the ultimate list of Omaha’s Halloween events – all treats, no tricks – that are so fun you’ll make them an annual

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