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Spiritual Doula Els di Maria Sofia is an Omaha-based Astrologer . To book a consultation, check out her website here .Omaha - as we know it - was ‘born’ July 4, 1854 …Happy 4th of July!!! We’ll be taking the long weekend and will be back Monday morning, July 8th! ALSO…* Gretna delays special election on Good Life district spearheaded by Nebraska Crossing’s Rod Yates - from Omaha World-Herald* Nebr...

We conclude our conversation with Andrew Prystai - co-founder & CEO of Event Vesta .ALSO…* Dr. Dele Davis named interim chancellor for University of Nebraska Medical Center - from Nebraska Examiner* Man takes Omaha Housing Authority to court over father’s living conditions - from WOWT* Neighbors take name off anti-abortion petition, say they felt ‘misled’ into signing - from KMTV This is a pub...

Andrew Prystai is co-founder & CEO of Event Vesta . ALSO…* Income tax cuts will be protected during Nebraska property tax relief discussions, governor says - from Nebraska Examiner* Abortions performed by Nebraska doctors crater following state’s 12-week ban - from Flatwater Free Press* Report: Warren Buffett does not plan to continue donations to The Gates Foundation after his death - from KE...

The Midlands African Chamber ’s Pitch Black competition finals are Saturday, June 29th, at the Harper Center at Creighton University. For tickets, click here . Nina Austin from Love Yo Pup & Dr. Eddy Airiohuodion from Chalice Health complete our series on this year’s finalists. You can listen to Part I here , and Part II here . ALSO…* North Omaha struggles with storm debris disposal - from KET...

Acclaimed film director Josh Sabey returns! And he’s got an announcement to make - spoiler alert - it’s about the international release of The Basement Talks. You can now watch it on Amazon here or Apple TV+ here ! Check it out - after you’ve finished listening to this episode, of course… Josh directed Blue Baby ( click here for his OMAPOD episode on that incredible film) - a forthcoming documenta...

Danielle Herzog is the author of What Are You, Lou?, and a former Omaha World-Herald columnist who has also been published in The Huffington Post, The Chicago Tribune and The Washington Post. ALSO…* Property tax special session likely to begin July 25, Speaker Arch offers schedule - from Nebraska Examiner* Omaha City Council approves $2 million land purchase for North Omaha truck route - from Omah...

Dillon De Rozairo of Nebraska Innovation Labs takes us through their process on a hypothetical app proposal for the Omaha Streetcar pitched last week on the pod. ALSO…* ‘Worst yet to come’ in rising Missouri River, with flooding expected to be moderate and short-lived - from Nebraska Examiner* Unhoused Omahans battle heat: ‘We have to think of every resource available’ - from KETV* Woman arrested...

From Flatwater Free Press: “ Memo: UNO Athletics lacked fiscal discipline, needed cash infusions while led by Trev Alberts ”From Husker Extra: “ Love the Huskers to death? Proposal would allow fans to be buried in Memorial Stadium ”ALSO…* Omaha Police meet with Motel 6 about ongoing issues near Westgate neighborhood - from KMTV* Council Bluffs Community School District secures funding to feed more...

You can hear Nick Allen every morning on The Todd-n-Tyler Radio Empire on Z-92 and see him at the best clubs and dive bars in the region! ALSO…* Good life up for debate: Gretna City Council puts pause on vote for special election - from KMTV* Ahead of townhall, Council Bluffs mayor, Union Pacific talk railroad concerns - from WOWT* Ribbon cut on Omaha’s renovated Gallagher Park - from KETV This is...

Danielle Herzog is the author of What Are You, Lou?, and a former Omaha World-Herald columnist who has also been published in The Huffington Post, The Chicago Tribune and The Washington Post. ALSO…* EPA to provide update on Omaha’s lead superfund site - from Omaha World-Herald* Pillen says property tax plan during special session will be ‘bold and courageous’ - from KETV* Inside Look: Community Al...

For more information about the Omaha Streetcar project, click here . ALSO…* Ambushed officer speaks about shooting, newly-released body cam footage - from KETV* Mother of Omaha man murdered in cold case still grieving, relieved by suspect’s arrest - from WOWT* One learning center in North O educates students on Juneteenth through artwork - from KMTV This is a public episode. If you would like to d...

Talk of the punishment of the two unruly Texas A&M fans at the CWS has now gone from a lifetime ban from the stadium to a ban of one year… Is it time to get medieval on them? ALSO…* Greater Omaha Chamber taps new economic development leader - from Omaha World-Herald* How Omaha struck out on landing the College Baseball Hall of Fame - from Flatwater Free Press* Carter Lake Council makes investi...

Jeffrey Koterba is an intergalactically syndicated editorial cartoonist, artist, writer, radio host, teacher, consultant, creative coach… and futurist. Check out his Patreon here .ALSO…* ‘He will forever be missed’: Omaha church announces pastor’s sudden passing - from KETV* Advocates, parents continue push for pediatric brain cancer research at CWS - from WOWT* ‘To celebrate the struggle’: Neighb...

Welcome to Omaha - ranked 5th on the Forbes Advisor ‘ Best Summer Vacation Cities in America’ list! ALSO…* ‘Prioritize the voice of the people’: Sen McKinney against displacement for business park near Eppley - from KMTV * CWS: 2024 How Creighton University helps all 8 teams stay healthy - from WOWT* Omaha firefighters rescue man stuck in bucket truck after hydraulic failure leads to fire - from K...

We conclude our conversation with Omaha’s 51st Mayor, Jean Stothert .ALSO…* Carter Lake councilwoman accused of harassment will keep seat - from WOWT* Joslyn Art Museum quietly postpones famed artist’s exhibit after multiple assault allegations - from Flatwater Free Press* Kiewit Luminarium unveils ‘Science of Baseball’ exhibit for CWS - from KETV This is a public episode. If you would like to dis...

Jean Stothert is the 51st Mayor of Omaha. ALSO…* Deputies arrest three in connection with Elkhorn North High gunshots incident - from Omaha World-Herald* Douglas County reduces property valuations for storm damaged homes - from KETV* OPD: Motel once accepted ground beef as payment - from KMTV This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus...

Jean Stothert is the 51st Mayor of Omaha. ALSO…* Omaha City Council considers $2 million for truck route - from Omaha World-Herald * Omaha rolls out website for city’s new Master Plan - from WOWT* No payment means no recount of blowout Douglas County Board race - from Nebraska Examiner This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episode...

Dave Webber is the host of Omaha Everyday on WOWT.ALSO…* Unprecedented moves seek to ramp up affordable housing options in Omaha - from Nebraska Examiner* Nebraska Humane Society limiting intake, adoptions due to possible infection - from WOWT* After 50 years, the Omaha Summer Arts Festival comes to a close - from KMTV This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscrib...

Brent Bradley is an Omaha Austin, TX-based stand-up comedian…ALSO…* Nebraska dedicates memorial to honor Vietnam veterans - from Omaha World-Herald* Gov. Pillen visits Nebraska National Guard sent to U.S.-Mexico border - from WOWT* The last servants: Sisters who founded Omaha’s Marian High prepare for their final act - from Flatwater Free Press This is a public episode. If you would like to discus...

Omaha World-Herald: Omaha’s Hollywood Candy to offer sweet-themed boozy drinks News we can…booze? ALSO…* Nebraska state senator asks city of Omaha to give voters more say on streetcar, Mayor Jean Stothert responds - from KETV* Omaha officials say progress is being made on ‘Baby Bob’ bridge - from WOWT* Omaha candidate seeks recount at own expense after soundly losing GOP primary - from Nebraska Ex...

“A woman in Nebraska who was mistaken for dead at a nursing home and later found to be alive at a funeral home has now really died,” reports the BBC . The internationally covered saga of the sad final passing of Ms. Constance Glantz shocked many… but didn’t surprise Lincoln death industry professional Robert Davies .Why? Well… just click play to find out…ALSO…* Omaha installs inaugural Inland Port...

John Heaston passed away at age 53 on Friday after a four-year battle with acute myeloid leukemia. The above illustration by Jeffrey Koterba was for the Omaha Press Club event celebrating Mr. Heaston’s career and life . For a brief history of The Reader, click here .To read the press release announcing the acquisition of The Reader by Nebraska Public Media, click here . To listen to John Heaston i...

Dylan Oakes Rohde is the founder/owner of The Backline Comedy Theatre .For information about the Omaha Comedy Fest, click here .ALSO…* Dan Osborn might not face Democratic Senate write-in candidate - from Nebraska Examiner* Food Bank for the Heartland breaks ground on new, larger facility - from WOWT* Multiple houses hit by gunfire Sunday morning, Omaha police open investigation - from KETV This i...

Lauren Martin - Partnerships, Amplify Arts - tells us all about their Alternate Currents program and her journey into the Art World. For information on applying for a permanent public art display at the Omaha Central Public Library , click here . ALSO…* Nebraska and Iowa leaders react to former President’s guilty verdict - from KETV* Property tax special session could be among costliest in Nebrask...

Omaha World-Herald: Sinkhole draws curious onlookers in midtown Omaha .OMAPOD: Summer of Sinkhole has arrived!!!News we can use. ALSO…* Who tried to kill Leo? Affidavit reveals who investigators believe may have been responsible for dog in dumpster - from KETV* One year after abortion law, fewer med students applying to be doctors in Nebraska - from Flatwater Free Press* Expanding intergenerationa...