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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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Greater Omaha 2040 envisions a bright future

Greater Omaha 2040 envisions a bright future By David G. Brown / Greater Omaha Chamber Aug 19, 2018  It’s 2040 and Greater Omaha has emerged as one of America’s great next-generation regions. We’re a technology leader, a voice on the

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Events in the Village!

In The Village! Aug. 10-12 — BBQ, music, games and rides are the ingredients for a fun event for the whole family at Riverfront Ribfest at Tom Hanafan River’s Edge Park in Council Bluffs. The rib teams include: Aussom Aussie

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Auction to benefit United Way

Fortnite-themed uniforms to be auctioned off after Storm Chasers game tonight Auction to benefit United Way Johnathan Wesselink 3:31 PM, Aug 6, 2018 OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) – Omaha Storm Chasers will be debuting Fortnite-themed uniforms at tonight’s game, then auctioning off the special-edition jerseys

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United Way of the Midlands Awards Grants

Activities of nonprofits… Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska was awarded a $115,000 grant from United Way of the Midlands. The grant will help nearly 2,000 girls in under served areas within the Omaha metro area have access to the life-changing

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MLCDC Celebrates 12th Anniversary

MLCDC Celebrates 12th Anniversary Last month – July 14 to be exact – marked 12 years since the Midlands Latino Community Development Corporation (MLCDC; www.midlandslatinocdc.org) was officially incorporated. MLCDC was established to provide Latinos with opportunities to generate economic growth by providing financing

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