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Nebraska’s Third Year of Drought – The Omaha News

By Abigail Gocek OMAHA, Neb.- Nebraska is entering its third year of an ongoing drought that has seriously impacted agriculture and increased the risk of fires. The effects the drought has had on agriculture in Nebraska has made farming difficult in this especially dry year.  A sign located on the front of the Heartland-Co-Op Office

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Closures in Wisconsin – The Omaha News

By Ashton Kay, OMAHA, Neb – The recently released documentary titled Closure investigates the closing of community colleges in Wisconsin. Ken Brosky, the documentary director and producer, says that this started with a board of regents meeting in 2017 when it was decided that the two-year schools would be merged with the four-year schools.  “Two-year

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UNO Theater Department To Hold Taylor Swift Course  – The Omaha News

OMAHA, Neb. ─ Taylor Swift will be coming to UNO next year – in a fashion.   Swift is a 14-time Grammy Award winner, and according to a 2024 report from Forbes Magazine, is the highest-grossing female touring artist of all time. This Spring, the UNO Theater Department will offer an online class about the superstar,

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Omaha Children’s Museum Prepares for Riverfront Relocation in 2027  – The Omaha News

By Jenna Janssen OMAHA, Neb. — The Omaha Children’s Museum is planning a major move to Omaha’s redeveloped riverfront, with a new 75,000-square-foot facility set to open at 8th and Douglas streets in 2027. In partnership with Heritage Omaha, the $120 million project will offer larger exhibit spaces, outdoor play zones, and classrooms creating new

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Tailgating and supporting Fan bases in Nebraska   – The Omaha News

By Riley McCall OMAHA, Ne – Tailgating at your favorite sporting event is big business in the United States. according to the National Consumer Panel, this past time contributed 35 billion dollars to food and beverage sales last year.  Nebraskans are no exception to taking part in this time-honored tradition.  Kevin Irish, a lifelong Husker

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Investing into North Omaha’s Highlander Neighborhood – The Omaha News

By Sapphire Bennett OMAHA, Neb. – Located along 30th street in between Hamilton and Lake, the nonprofit Seventy Five North Revitalization is bringing people together through affordable housing, educational opportunities and community events.    The Greenhouse and Market Center for No More Empty Pots. (Photo/Sapphire Bennett)  Seventy Five North aims to help encourage North Omaha residents

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Nebraska’s First AI Degree Program Launched at UNO, Bridging Future and Innovation – The Omaha News

By Morgann Gardner OMAHA, Neb. – The University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) has made history by launching Nebraska’s first bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence (AI). Open for enrollment this fall, the program promises to equip students with the skills necessary to excel in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries. The Program’s Launch and Vision AI

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A Social Place for Adults and Dogs  – The Omaha News

By Grace Huffstetler, OMAHA, Neb. – Located just off of 14th street in Little Bohemia, Omaha Dog Bar is a unique establishment. It’s a popular adult bar and eatery with a large outdoor area for dogs – and adults – to socialize.  It first opened in February 2021, making it Nebraska’s first dog-focused bar. They

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Blackstone Parking Garage Opens to Public, Solves Longtime Problem  – The Omaha News

By Andrew Smith, OMAHA, Neb. – Parking spaces in the Blackstone District can sometimes be difficult to find but city officials hope that’s no longer the case after Mayor Jean Stothert cut the ribbon to open a new 384 stall parking garage.  The garage is part of the 37 West Farnam development, which includes 161

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 Wicked Plants are All Around  – The Omaha News

By Maggie Johnston, OMAHA Neb. – Spooky Season is upon us, and it’s time to celebrate all the wacky and wickedness the world has to offer. Omaha’s local botanical garden, Lauritzen Gardens, has its own way of showcasing what the Season means in the realm of plants. From October 5-November 3, the public can visit a

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