Charles City, Iowa, perfect spot for winter getaway
With cabin fever reaching its nasty little peak, the opportunity to do a weekend getaway at a luxurious lodge in North Iowa was the perfect remedy. Luxurious lodge? In Iowa? […]
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New Dante ‘fast fine dining’ location fires up Omaha’s Blackstone District
If you’ve ever dined at Dante Ristorante Pizzeria in west Omaha, you know why it’s one of the best places for pizza. It’s also known for great pasta and seasonal […]
Oklahoma City Zoo shows why it’s one of the best in the country
Oklahoma City’s zoo rocks with the world’s largest elephant exhibit. Covering almost 10 acres, it’s about twice the size of the closest exhibit. Opened in 2011, the exhibit is one […]
Bellevue’s Fontenelle Forest program helps seniors continue learning about history, nature
If a group of civic-minded people hadn’t pursued their dream, it’s possible that houses overlooking the Missouri River may exist instead of the Omaha area’s forest. The history of how […]
Nebraska’s SAC Museum provides a look at the Tuskegee Airmen
Dealing with racism and discrimination not only in society but within the Army, African American pilots – known as the Tuskegee Airmen – scored major air victories during World War […]
Lauritzen Gardens’ ‘Metamorphosis’ repurposed art encourages recycling, waste management
Creating art from trash is both beautiful and educational. Lauritzen Gardens visitors can take in the beauty of “Metamorphosis” while learning about plastic’s effect on the environment and suggestions on […]
Omaha’s Durham Museum shares African Americans’ stories from fighting on the battlefield to fighting for civil rights
Imagine fighting for a country where you had no rights – you couldn’t vote, travel where you wanted, dine or have a drink with friends at a place of your […]
LaVista’s Kros Strain brings fresh taste to Omaha beer scene
Mixing a Washington Beltway-style tap house with “Nebraska Fresh” brewing, Kros Strain Brewery is the latest entry into the Omaha area’s craft beer scene. Opened since June, the LaVista-based brewery […]
Name changes, all-decades team among highlights as Omaha Storm Chasers celebrate their 50th season
Omaha baseball fans, prepare for a new team name for your minor league franchise. Three, to be honest. Rest assured, each name change is temporary. It’s all part of the […]
Actor Adam Beach headlines UNO’s John Trudell lecture series
Respect. It’s the Native American way, says actor Adam Beach. “To be or not to be Indian. People ask me what that means,” Beach said during a talk for the […]