Omaha ‘becomes’ London as Britishfest takes over convention scene Aug. 4-5
Chris Mendolia builds everything by hand. You won’t find an any power tools in his garage – aka workshop – where all the magic occurs. Why is it important to […]
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To Geekdom and Beyond – O Comic Con 2018 celebrates comics, cosplay and celebrities
Attending a comic convention allows people to hang out with others who share their interests in comic books, movies, TV and dressing up. Toss in some wrestling matches and celebrity […]
Nebraska-Omaha exhibit tells story of Native Americans’ Alcatraz Island occupation
On November 20, 1969, about 80 people joined Richard Oakes on a caravan of boats from Sausalito, across the bay from San Francisco, to Alcatraz Island, thus beginning an 18-month […]
O Comic Con 2018 to feature ‘Family Affair,’ ‘Sesame Street’ actors among celebrities
From a plush New York apartment to a village to outer space, this year’s O Comic Con promises to deliver some nostalgia along with current pop culture. The fourth—year event […]
Alpacas roam the prairie at Nebraska farm
Is it an alpaca? Or a llama? How do you tell the difference? Llamas are about twice the size of alpacas. Once you’ve seen the two, you know how to […]
Players come and go, but fans are key to Omaha Storm Chasers growth
Debbie Halley has watched them take the field at both Rosenblatt Stadium and Papillion’s Werner Park. Hundreds, maybe closer to 1,000 players, each with a dream to make it to […]
Omaha Capitol District exhibit examines ‘Our Body’
A body frozen in time, playing chess or dribbling a basketball. How about riding an exercise bike? “Our Body: The Universe Within” uses cadavers to demonstrate human anatomy. The exhibit […]
Workin’ on the Railroad – Omaha readies for Railroad Days 2018
Trains and the railroad play a big role in Omaha’s history. From early meetings to discuss the formation of a transcontinental railroad to becoming home for Union Pacific, the Omaha […]
Heroes in a half shell! Ninja Turtles among summer exhibits at Omaha Children’s Museum
Cowabunga dudes and dudettes! The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are hanging out in Omaha this summer. Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michaelangelo call the Omaha Children’s Museum home during a special […]
Big wheels keep on turnin’ – Fantastic Midwest paddle boat cruises
River City Star – Omaha, Nebraska With summer unofficially kicking off this weekend, it’s time to head back to the water. How about staying dry and maybe sipping a nice […]