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One Year Later: Reflecting on Resilience After the April 2024 Storms

In times of crisis, communities reveal their strength. One year ago, tornadoes swept through our region, leaving a trail of destruction — and a powerful reminder of what it means to care for one another. As devastating storms and tornadoes tore through parts of Nebraska and Iowa, families were displaced, homes were destroyed and lives were uprooted. Yet in the face of this destruction, individuals and businesses across the region stepped up to help.

We remember the destruction, but even more, we remember what happened next: a swift, unified response from neighbors, nonprofits and partners across our region.

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Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Conversations: Executive Panel on the Freedom of Thought and Belief

Originally published: June 21, 2021 Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Conversations: Executive Panel on the Freedom of Thought and Belief Registration: https://www.trifaith.org/events/open-hearts-open-minds-open-conversations-executive-panel-on-the-freedom-of-thought-and-belief/ Featuring Tim Burke, Carmen Tapio, and Joe Gerstandt Tri-Faith Initiative is committed to celebrating and protecting the diversity

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