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Local children’s book authors pursue their passion for kids Photos by Christopher Tierney “Build a Better Community.” These words are displayed all over Sump Memorial Library in Papillion. That is exactly what Omaha local authors Stacey and Phil Haussler, Kathy Rygg, and Bruce Arant are doing. Bruce Arant is […]
Elkhorn Optimist Club provides kids a way to give back Promise Yourself To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind. To talk health, happiness and prosperity to every person you meet. To make all your friends feel that there is something in them. The […]
There are so many times during our daily lives when we wish we had an extra pair of hands. Maybe it’s to help clean out a storage room, run errands, take an elderly parent to an appointment, or stop by the house to let out the dog. No one can […]
In 2014 Melissa Gatus found herself in trouble. The kind of trouble that could have landed her in jail. But after receiving help through the Open Door Mission and getting her life back together, she was referred to an organization that could take her even further—literally. Chariots 4 Hope is […]
Together a Greater Good makes contributing easier than ever Innovation is often the result of need. West Omaha residents Leslie Fischer and Holly Baker recognized there was a big need in the way fundraising was conducted locally. It was becoming more difficult for schools to have students go door to door, […]
Jan Milam creates custom art for the Big O Every city, regardless of size, has its own unique culture. Visitors to Omaha often comment on how friendly, honest, and hard-working people are here. They are also often surprised by the variety of arts, entertainment, and dining options, and are impressed […]
Greg Cross takes a unique approach to earning Eagle Scout Achieving Eagle Scout is the highest rank attainable in the Boy Scouts program. It requires years of requirements in order to pass from one rank to another and earning merit badges in skills such as first aid, camping, and survival tasks […]
Habitat for Humanity expands its reach west of Omaha There are basic aspects of life that all children deserve: a good education, opportunities for development, and a safe, comfortable home to live in. Habitat for Humanity helps more than 40 families each year in North and South Omaha get on […]
