Crane Watch 2013
Up to half a million Sandhill Cranes visit central Nebraska annually. They are a magnificent sight to see. Cranes are gray with a red crown on their head. Their height […]
UNO hockey rides streaks during frustrating season
The University of Nebraska at Omaha wasn’t expected to challenge for the WCHA championship going into the 2012-13 college hockey season. The Mavericks were picked to finish 8th in the […]
LEGOs, LEGOs and flowers at Omaha’s botanical garden
What to do with 46,000 LEGO pieces? Build an American bison, of course. That’s what nationally-renowned LEGO artist Sean Kenney did at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. The bison, built entirely from logos, […]
Corregidor – Filipino island played key role during World War II
It’s been almost two years since I had the opportunity to travel to The Philippines for work. It was a great trip and a wonderful learning opportunity. I did my […]
Nebraska basketball says good-bye to Devaney Center victorious
We had the privilege of being among the 12,500 fans taking in the final college basketball game at the Bob Devaney Sports Center on the campus of the University of […]
Black History Month 2013
In recognition of the many achievements of African Americans through the years, I believe it worthwhile to recognize and recall some great Nebraska African Americans, as well as recognize a […]
Kansas City Zoo offers visitors interesting views
Kansas City’s zoo offers upclose views of animals from around the world! The first thing we noticed about the Kansas City Zoo was the size of its animal exhibits. They […]
Harley Davidson – Vrrooom! Vrrooom!
Imagine taking a HOG off the assembly line and taking a ride on the back roads – wind blowing in your face as you take the bike from 0 miles […]
Jesse James Lives on at the Chateau Avalon
For our 15th wedding anniversary, Lisa and I discussed taking a long weekend somewhere warm, like San Diego, Vegas or Orlando. When we looked at airfares, we agreed we did […]
KC Money Museum – Ka Ching!
One might not think the Federal Reserve would be a tourism draw. While it may not be high on many people’s lists, it is a worthwhile visit into the history […]