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News for Community
Wednesday, March 29, 2023I write a lot about our tendency to say, “There’s not enough time.” And it’s become sort of cliche to say, “There’s plenty of time. It’s just a matter of how we choose to spend it.” But today, with the new month starting soon, I want to take the discussion of time to the next level. Actually, believe it or not, you can create time. What? No, this isn’t “Back to the Future,” and I don’t have ...read moreCategories: Community, General News Article, Education
Monday, March 27, 2023The concept of personal training has changed a lot over the years. In the days of the big-box gym, a personal trainer was someone who walked the floor looking for people who’d be willing to spend extra money to basically have their workouts supervised. Maybe you’ve been there, minding your own business and doing your own workout when a trainer approached and tried to sell you a package of these ...read moreCategories: Education, Community, General News Article
Friday, March 24, 2023When there’s something that we really don’t want to do, it’s very easy to say, “I don’t have time.” It’s easy to hide behind things that keep us busy, so we can avoid the more difficult things that will actually move us forward. If you’ve become one of those “I don’t have time” people, I want to demonstrate to you why this perspective is absolutely false. If you “don’t have time” for ...read moreCategories: Community, General News Article, EducationWednesday, March 22, 2023A mentor of mine has a saying that I like. “Don’t do things that suck.” That’s one of the main reasons I started a business, so I could stop doing things that sucked, and decide what I did and didn’t want to do. It took me some time to get there, and to be honest, I’m still working on it. Don’t get me wrong, mopping the gym floor and taking out the trash and recycling aren’t my favorite ...read moreCategories: General News Article, Education, Community
Wednesday, March 15, 2023Finding family friendly fun can be tough, let alone affordable family friendly fun. Enter Fontenelle Forest! Join us for a fun-filled family-friendly evening learning about Nebraska’s native animals. Each month’s session will focus on different types of animals and the habitats they call home. Meet some of our educational raptors and critters up close, plus enjoy activities and ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Thursday, March 09, 2023Stop on by 2 Gals and A Shop and check out the shop and make a donation to help out an amazing Charity, Bikers Against Trafficking (BAT), a charity determined to end Human Trafficking! The 2 Gals are raffling off some amazing tools, and all ticket proceeds beyond the cost of the product will go to BAT. Raffle tickets are available now until April 21st! Stop by or give us a call to ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release, CommunityMonday, March 06, 2023Earning a college degree is not the only way to become an entrepreneur. The Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce has several tips on how to do just that. In this article, we'll explore different ways that you can set yourself up for success, including finding the right tools to use and learning how to network. Let's take a look:Start with a Home-Based Business If you don’t have a degree but want to ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Community, General News Article
Tuesday, February 14, 2023It’s not too early to start planning for summer and with spring break right around the corner, Fontenelle Forest has some great options. What comes out when the weather gets warmer? Can you identify the animal tracks left in the mud? Or find all the fungus hiding under the log? Learn all about what “springs” to life after a cold winter at our Spring Break Camp! We’ll spend camp time learning ...read moreCategories: Education, Community.jpg)
Monday, February 06, 2023Get Married on Ollie the Trolley Ollie the Trolley has been providing Wedding Day transportation for 38 years and we handle transportation for 125 weddings yearly. Our family of trolleys are nostalgic, sophisticated and upscale. Each trolley has its own size and personality. If you are on a tight budget for your wedding.... we have a solution. We now offer an all inclusive wedding aboard ...read moreCategories: Community, General News Article, Press Release
Friday, January 13, 2023Climb aboard Ollie the Trolley for a fun Bloody Mary Brunch and Tour complete with fabulous food, the best Bloody Mary’s in Omaha and new found friends. The fun begins on Saturday, February 4th from 10:30 a.m. til 1:30 p.m. at the Report In Pub located at 12100 Center (Bel Air Plaza). Then two more stops aboard Ollie the Trolley. The cost is $59.95 per person. Tours run from February 4th through ...read moreCategories: Chamber, General News Article, Community, Press ReleaseFriday, December 02, 2022Small businesses should be thankful for this time of year. The holidays are the most important for them, and they need all the customer support possible! With everyone hustling to buy presents for their loved ones, it's the perfect opportunity to get your business's name out there. But with so much competition, how can you make sure that your small business stands out from the rest? Check out ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, General News Article, Spring 2020 Business Updates , Community, Education, Press ReleaseThursday, October 13, 2022For many people, the thought of starting a business is both exhilarating and terrifying. On one hand, you're finally taking control of your career and pursuing your passion. On the other hand, there's so much that can go wrong. From failing to attract customers to mismanaging your finances, it's no wonder that many aspiring entrepreneurs never take the plunge. Fortunately, there are ...read moreCategories: General News Article, Chamber, Community
Thursday, September 01, 2022Hi! My name is Maddy Hiatt and I’m the Family and Community Advocate at HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN) Sarpy and Lincoln. I’ve worked in the senior care industry for eight years, and I have a gerontology degree from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. I have experience in various senior living settings, dementia/memory care, and hospice. At HCAN, I’m the first touchpoint for our ...read moreCategories: Chamber, General News Article, Community