Lee Green approached home plate. Taking his stance in the batter’s box, he readied for the first pitch of the 1969 American Association season. And with that pitch, the Omaha […]
It’s the Bigs vs. the Minors. Stars vs. Up-and-comers. Major League Baseball vs. Minor League Baseball. The Kansas City Royals take on the hometown Omaha Storm Chasers in an exhibition […]
Omaha has been called “America’s best-kept secret.” Few locals would argue that with you, but they will open their arms and welcome you to the Gateway to the West. Omaha […]
Mike Bonner wanted to be a head coach for an indoor football team. That journey led him to some interesting places. In the end, the Omaha native fulfilled his dream […]
I’ll have a look at Omaha restaurant history with a side of off-the-beaten path Nebraska attractions, please. A couple of Nebraska authors have created must-read books. Kim Reiner’s look at […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
