One man’s tale from unhoused to college student
Chris Vega voluntarily chose to become unhoused. While it’s extremely rare for someone to say they’re unhoused by choice, Vega said his sense of adventure led to his decision. […]
Did Coca-Cola reimagine Santa Claus?
Does Santa Claus wear red and white because of a popular soda company? Does his belly shake like a bowl full of jelly because of an advertising campaign? Christmas season […]
Thanksgiving ’25: What’s on your plate?
Growing up in rural Nebraska, our family Thanksgiving dinners included turkey and ham as co-main entrees. I’ve been told by others that’s a rarity in Nebraska. Some people have told […]
Helping others: Omaha-area food pantry tips, locations
Imagine going to bed having not eaten all day. Or being a parent and skipping a meal, so your child gets something to eat that day. Some parents lay in […]
That time Tim tried out for Mensa
“We need someone to mock at our next Mensa dinner. Interested in taking our test?” With that, a friend, who is a decades-long member of the fraternity for the Top […]
Halloween ’25: Candy corn, anyone?
Pumpkins, candy, and out-costuming the next person dominate mid-autumn as the Halloween tradition owns October. Forget driving the countryside to take in views of leaves changing colors or dressing warmly […]
Durham Museum: It’s Hockey Time in Omaha
I fell in love with hockey in January 1983 when I attended my first University of North Dakota game in Grand Forks. I don’t recall the opponent, but it took […]
Nate Smith rises from the ashes to country music success
Seemingly rising from the ashes, Nate Smith’s music career was rejuvenated after his song “One of These Days” went viral following the wildfires that devastated his hometown of Paradise, California, […]
Council Bluffs, Iowa: Forging America’s rail story
Council Bluffs was once the darling of a planned transcontinental railroad. While neighboring Omaha eventually became the headquarters for Union Pacific Railroad, Council Bluffs was selected as the eastern terminus […]
North Pole, Alaska: Celebrate the Holidays everyday
Merry Christmas…in July? In North Pole, Alaska, it’s a festive season year-round. From Santa Claus to street poles resembling candy canes, this town celebrates the holiday season so sweetly, Hallmark is […]