Author: Edge Staff

Bridging the Gap

Elkhorn’s Womenade group helps families Womenade of Elkhorn was born from a simple equation: Children in Elkhorn needed support and a community of women wanted a way to offer help. “Everyone could be a day away from a tragedy that could put their family in need,” said Robin Heller, a […]

Forever Family

West Omaha families share how their lives were changed through adoption Jen Bartelt watches 8-month old Ava erupt into a huge belly laugh when older brother Carson, 3, enters the room. Ever since Ava came home, the children have been in love with each other, Bartelt said. Their family of […]

Comfortable Luxury

MK Builders provides a complete building experience As an advertising sales executive, Matt Karl, owner of MK Builders, didn’t plan to be in the construction business. After he and his wife Laura built their first home on an acreage in Lincoln, he received requests to do the same from family members […]

Victory in Volleyball

Claire Knust  |  Age 17  |  Skutt High School Originally a soccer player, Claire Knust was introduced to volleyball by a friend as a middle school student. Now as a senior in high school, Claire is weighing her college options and hopes to play Division I volleyball. Having a late […]

From Tragedy to Triumph: A Love of Soccer & Football

Ashton Legenza  |  Age 17  |  Mount Michael Benedictine By most accounts, Ashton discovered his love of soccer and football rather late in his childhood years. Joining the Elkhorn Soccer Club in 5th grade, Ashton began his soccer career. He quickly started to improve and worked his way up through […]

My Two Cents: A List Of Pumpkin Patches & Haunted Locations.

With the fall season upon us, we start to clamor for pumpkins, caramel apples, and warm apple cider.   We compiled a list of area pumpkin patches and haunted locations that should satisfy your fall outing desires.    Get out and enjoy the beautiful Nebraska fall weather and have a Happy Halloween! […]

Doctors Provide Innovative Ideas on Sleep Apnea

Omaha doctors share ways to solve sleep apnea By the time people see Dr. Ann Edmunds about their sleep apnea, the sleep disorder has usually been bothering them for weeks, if not months. The person with sleep apnea and their partner are likely sleeping in different rooms, and the partner […]

French Connection

A little Paris in west Omaha Nothing beats the mouthwatering aroma of freshly baked bread, especially when it comes from an authentic French bakery. Le Petit Paris is a boulangerie and patisserie in West Omaha owned by Cedric and Desarae Fichepain who also own French restaurant Le Voltaire next door. […]

5 Steps to the Perfect Cocktail

The Bar: Plank Seafood Provisions The Bartender: Ben Brigman The Drink: Captain's Daughter Step 1: What you need 4 oz homemade lemonade 1.5 oz Pom Juice 1.5 oz American Harvest Organic Vodka 2 lemon wedges Footed Pilsner Glass Step 2: Produce freshly squeezed lemonade Step 3: Put first lemon wedge at bottom of […]

Shepherding the Endangered

In Gretna, John F. Carroll strives to save the rare San Clemente Island goat On an acreage in Gretna, John F. Carroll shepherds perhaps the largest herd of San Clemente Island goats left in the world. The herd is nearly 150 strong. But if Carroll has his way, his work will pave […]

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