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“ Here’s a guide to pumpkin patches near Omaha offering fall-themed fun ,” reports the Omaha World-HeraldTo hear Kelsey Vala Donovan on OMAPOD: Part one, click here … Part two, click here … ALSO…* Nebraska Republican Party will no longer endorse in GOP-on-GOP races - from Nebraska Examiner* ‘They aren’t covering anything’: Fremont woman says Horizon Biofuels officials denied her claim after explos...

To check out the Forbes list of ‘Best Employers By State’ - click here . To peruse the full Forbes List Directory - click here . ALSO…* First-of-its-kind study describes how vulnerable people can become trafficking victims in Nebraska - from Omaha World-Herald* Senator calls push for legislative hearing ‘premature’ on Nebraska-ICE prison plans - from Nebraska Examiner* Nebraska will see tougher sp...

To cast your vote for the Coolest Thing Made In Nebraska, click here . ALSO…* ‘It was a long journey’: Omaha police make arrest in 2019 cold case - from KETV* Bellevue Bay foundation work expected to begin this fall - from KMTV* Omahans in Sicily, Italy build upon ‘sister city’ ties with Carlentini - from Nebraska Examiner Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

“ Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are engaged ,” report WOWTALSO…* Omaha City Council hears heated debate over dropping ‘DEI’ language to avoid Trump’s ire - from Omaha World-Herald* Parent raises concern after non-student enters North High campus - from KMTV* Council Bluffs Community Schools Board discusses gender identity policy relating to non-discrimination policy - from KETV Get full access to...

Kishla Askins is a candidate for the second district Congressional seat in Nebraska. For more information on her campaign, click here .To listen to the first part of Kishla’s OMAPOD episode, click here . ALSO…* Pillen, Kleine highlight LB 530 changes, defend detaining teens as young as 11 - from Nebraska Examiner* OPPD shares benefits of new smart meters for customers - from WOWT* Omaha neighbors...

Jerry Banks is the Principal and Founder of Jerry Banks Group and the author of Eat Sh*t & Smile: Surviving and Thriving on the Roller Coaster of Life. For more information, and to purchase the book, click here .To listen to the first part of Jerry’s episode, click here . ALSO…* Omaha police order autopsy for man found dead in Benson area - from Omaha World-Herald* Former Nebraska lawmaker Ton...

Justin Shanahan is the founder of the Shadow Ridge Music Festival .For more information about this year’s Shadow Ridge Music Festival, click here .For tickets, click here .For more information on The Lane Thomas Foundation, click here .To listen to the first part of Justin’s episode, click here . ALSO…* Nebraska DHHS made Medicaid payments for 13 dead people in March - from Nebraska Examiner* ‘The...

Natalie Hogge is Co-Founder and Creative Director of NeXT Foundation .For more information on the ‘ An Enchanted Evening ’ fundraiser, click here .For tickets, click here . (**special** - art professionals & student tickets: $75)For more information on the NeXT Foundation, click here .To listen to the first part of Natalie’s OMAPOD appearance, click here . ALSO…* 4 arrested, 4 wanted in connec...

Jerry Banks is the Principal and Founder of Jerry Banks Group and the author of Eat Sh*t & Smile: Surviving and Thriving on the Roller Coaster of Life. For more information, and to purchase the book, click here .ALSO…* Designers, models drop out of Omaha Fashion Week after statement on alleged hate symbol jacket - from Omaha World-Herald* Residents at Bellevue hotel scramble to find housing as...

Justin Shanahan is the founder of the Shadow Ridge Music Festival . For more information about this year’s Shadow Ridge Music Festival, click here . For tickets, click here .For more information on The Lane Thomas Foundation, click here . ALSO…* ACLU of Nebraska files lawsuit seeking freedom for woman detained in Glenn Valley Foods Ice Raid - from KETV* Nebraska’s Education Future Fund on track to...

Natalie Hogge is Co-Founder and Creative Director of NeXT Foundation .For more information on the ‘ An Enchanted Evening ’ fundraiser, click here .For tickets, click here . (**special** - art professionals & student tickets: $75)For more information on the NeXT Foundation, click here . ALSO…* Omaha men’s basketball forward Deng Mayar, 22, drowns: ‘Our entire program is devastated’ - from Omaha...

Governor Martin O’Malley was the 61st Governor of the State of Maryland, the 17th Commissioner of the Social Security Administration in the Biden Administration and a Presidential candidate in the 2016 Democratic primary. Senator John Cavanaugh is a state senator in his second term representing the 9th district and a candidate for the Nebraska 2nd Congressional District seat. To check out the ‘ So...

Kishla Askins is a candidate for the second district Congressional seat in Nebraska. For more information on her campaign, click here . ALSO…* Paperwork filed at Douglas County Elections Commission to recall Valley mayor, city council president - from WOWT* City of Omaha says 2 new Elkhorn schools are violating city code - from KETV* Nebraska election officials seek more poll workers amid national...

Deanna Walz is Director of Development for PACE .For more information about the event discussed in this episode, click here . For tickets, click here . ALSO…* FBI conducts multi-agency investigation cracking down on trafficking - from KETV* Work begins to review how Nebraska funds its 245 K-12 school districts, with possible tweaks - from Nebraska Examiner* Clerk of the District Court alleges civi...

Garrett Connely is a co-founder of NEw Voices .ALSO…* More fallen trees after weekend storm pose obstacle for OPPD crews - from KETV* Storm causes ‘tremendous’ damage at 4 Nebraska recreation areas, could take year to clean up - from Omaha World-Herald* New Elkhorn elementary school to open with construction still underway - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

“ Nebraska State Penitentiary sustains storm damage, inmates relocated ,” reports WOWT ALSO…* Nebraska traffic stop leads to arrest of nude man in connection with stolen motorcycle - from Omaha World-Herald* Nebraska farmers, ranchers talk to Trump ag secretary about tough times - from Nebraska Examiner* Metro rolls out Omaha newest bus, anticipates replacing nearly a quarter of its fleet by end o...

“ Blackstone bar forced to change name, violates Nebraska barber law ,” reports KMTVALSO…* North Omaha residents weigh in on Innovation District Plan - from WOWT* Two months after ICE raid, South Omaha businesses still struggling - from KETV* Girls Inc. reveals details of new roughly $35M South Omaha center fueled by state funds - from Nebraska Examiner Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/...

Kent Campbell is Co-Founder & CEO of Quantum Qool . Scott Henderson is General Partner of NMotion powered by gener8tor .For information, and to apply to the NMotion Fall 2025 Accelerator Program, click here .To listen to the first part of this episode, click here . ALSO…* 2 dead, 1 critically hurt after shooting, explosion in Glenwood neighborhood - from WOWT* Nebraska might join national ‘wil...

Kent Campbell is Co-Founder & CEO of Quantum Qool . Scott Henderson is General Partner of NMotion powered by gener8tor .For information, and to apply to the NMotion Fall 2025 Accelerator Program, click here .ALSO…* Nebraska congressional delegation praises ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ amid signs of economic downturn - from Nebraska Examiner* Westroads cleared for ‘game-changer’ new occupant of for...

Scott Henderson is General Partner of NMotion powered by gener8tor .For information, and to apply to the NMotion Fall 2025 Accelerator Program, click here .ALSO…* Nebraska Regent, Deputy Douglas County Attorney Elizabeth O’Connor facing DUI charge - from KETV* Nebraska auditor targets probation services, questions ‘millions’ in state payments - from Nebraska Examiner* Omaha Fashion Week and design...

Denise Powell is running for Congress in Nebraska’s Second District. For more information about her campaign, click here . ALSO…* Three people critically hurt in North Omaha shooting - from KETV* New directors aim to increase inclusivity, community at Omaha Playhouse: ‘Whose story is it to tell’ - from Omaha World-Herald* Fun for the whole family: New inclusive playground opens at Lake Zorinsky -...

“ $60 million project includes adventure tower, treetop walk near Bob Kerrey bridge in Council Bluffs ,” reports KMTVALSO…* ‘Definitely will remember him’: Dozens gather in honor of 22-year-old Omaha man - from KETV* Trouble in paradise for Omaha family following tsunami - from WOWT* Community steps up to support family impacted by tragic biofuel plant explosion - from KMTV Get full access to OMAP...

“ DOGE-Pilled: Why DOGE’s Luke Farritor followed Elon Musk to DC ,” reports Bloomberg BusinessweekALSO…* Fremont explosion preceded by environmental groups’ warnings about wood pellet risks - from Omaha World-Herald* Feds say Nebraska GDP shrunk more than 6% in early 2025, led by ag - from Nebraska Examiner* Vandalism forces South Omaha pool to close for the season - from Omaha World-Herald Get fu...

“ Two-thirds of Nebraskans satisfied with work, survey finds ,” reports the University of Nebraska-Lincoln“ Chicken N Pickle cancels plans on northwest Omaha location ,” reports KMTVALSO…* Nebraska leaders praise Union Pacific merger to create coast-to-coast rail system based in Omaha - from Nebraska Examiner* Man accused of putting federal agent in chokehold pleads not guilty to attempted murder...

“ Omaha church launches statewide initiative to relieve $2.5 million in medical debt ,” reports Nebraska Public MediaFor more information and to join the campaign, click here . ALSO…* ‘Animal safety is everything’: Henry Doorly Zoo shares how their animals beat the heat - from KETV* A look inside the new Papillion Fire Department training facility - from KMTV* ‘Engine 2 was his pride and joy’: Fal...