No mailing the world’s largest ball of stamps at Boys Town
We’ve seen the world’s biggest ball of twine and bull, among others, but the world’s largest ball of stamps? Well, it’s in Omaha…of course. It’s actually at Boys Town, which […]
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Governor’s mansion highlights our Lincoln holiday tour
Touring the Nebraska Governor’s residence highlighted our visit to Lincoln last weekend. It was our first time visiting the home, and we were impressed with the subtle holiday decorations used […]
Celebrating Christmas Bavarian style in Leavenworth, Washington
BY Mallory Trudell Hi, I’m Mallory, Tim’s youngest daughter. You may remember me from such stories as my Hawaiian adventure, or that time we went to North Dakota for a […]
Alcatraz Island: History from prison to Native American occupation
My brother Johnny was an activist, actor and musical performer. His spoken word inspired many people of all backgrounds. He passed away Dec. 8th. He was 69. His activism and […]
Big Mama’s delicious food fills up Omaha
Big Mama’s kitchen and Catering serves up some big dishes. And, the food is delicious. The café is known for its oven-fried chicken, but any meal here is a winner. […]
Union Station keeps Kansas City’s history alive while changing with the times
We love Kansas City’s Union Station. It’s a venerable building with beautiful architecture and design. Built in 1914, Union Station saw more than 1 million travelers come through its door […]
Overland Park’s Prairiefire combines history, shopping
“Jurassic World” goes shopping is one way to describe Overland Park’s Prairiefire retail and entertainment district. The Kansas City suburb is home to the local chapter of the American Museum […]
‘Tony the Tiger’ voice among famous Nebraskans honored at Norfolk museum
What if I told you that you knew of at least three famous people from Norfolk, Nebraska? Would you doubt me? Of course you would. Because, in reality, there are […]
Experiencing Buddha in Omaha temple garden
Driving through a neighborhood in northeast Omaha, I’ve seen a garden full of statues. I’ve always wondered what they were. Finally, being the inquisitive lot I am, I turned down […]
Omaha area kicks off the 2015 Christmas holiday season with lights and song
The bells are jingling. The lights are shining. And Santa Claus is in the house. The Omaha Metro area kicked off its 2015 holiday season with a series of tree […]