By Isaac Nielsen, OMAHA, Neb. – Omaha’s educational landscape is expanding with the launch of Omaha Christian High School, a new non-denominational faith-based institution set to open in the fall of 2025. The school is a collaboration between Omaha Christian Academy (OCA) and Lifegate Christian School (LCS) and aims to provide families with an alternative
By Madelyn Gau, ASHLAND, Neb. – Space dreams take flight at the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum, where a new interactive exhibit is transporting visitors from the Midwest to the final frontier. A Hands-On Journey Into Space It’s one small step through the museum doors, and one giant leap into the world of astronauts.
By Andrew Coughlin, OMAHA, Neb. – When the tornado sirens went off on the afternoon of April 26, 2024, many residents of Elkhorn had only minutes to seek shelter. By the time the skies cleared, much of the eastern town was unrecognizable. An EF-4 tornado with estimated wind speeds of 175 miles per hour had
From Goats to Growing Minds: Spring at Gifford Farm By Mary Mitzlaff, BELLEVUE, Neb. — With spring in full bloom, Gifford Farm is welcoming the public every Monday for a hands-on outdoor experience designed for visitors of all ages. Located in Bellevue and operated by Educational Service Unit 3, Gifford Farm serves more than 30,000
Joslyn Art Museum has always aimed to be for the people. A gift from Sarah Joslyn in honor of her husband, George, it has stood as a cultural landmark for decades – and now, in the spirit of accessibility, welcomes visitors free of charge. But with over 12,000 objects spanning 5,000 years of human
Joslyn Art Museum is turning heads. Midwest Living recently named it one of the top 25 revamps of the year after it reopened following a two-year expansion. Plan your trip to Omaha to experience The Joslyn’s bold architecture, hands-on creativity, vibrant gardens and welcoming spaces to eat, shop and unwind. Step Inside
When Microsoft acquired developer Compulsion Games in 2018, all eyes were on the studio to see what it could deliver at the release of its last game, “We Happy Few.” Compulsion Games had something special and intriguing with the game’s narrative premise, set in a dystopia where everyone took drugs to stay happy. However, the
Pickleball court at the Midwest Pickleball Club in Papillion, NE By Grace Huffstetler, OMAHA, Neb. — Nebraska welcomed its first dedicated indoor pickleball club in Papillion this past month. Midwest Pickleball Club officially opened its doors March 7 after being in development for two years. The facility features 14 indoor courts, a full-service coffee shop,
A Riverfront transformation years in the making By Peighton Yoakam, OMAHA, Neb. — What was once a stretch of barren concrete along the Missouri River is now one of Omaha’s most popular family destinations. Since breaking ground in late 2020, the Discovery Playground at Lewis & Clark Landing has undergone a dramatic transformation — and
By Sean Keating, OMAHA, Neb. — A massive sinkhole on 16th Street in downtown Omaha has remained unrepaired for three months, forcing pedestrians into traffic and resulting in injuries from unexpected falls. This hazard underscores a broader issue—the city’s aging infrastructure. On March 25, the American Society of Civil Engineers released its highly anticipated 2025