‘Public Health Thank You Day’ in Nebraska
OMAHA – Without disagreeing, during the pandemic health workers have worked in the middle of exhaustion and exasperation. The Nebraska Association of Local Health Directors identifies November 22 as Public Health Thank You Day.
Road to Omaha – Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
Omaha, NE – On today’s episode of “Road to Omaha,” KVNO’s Brandon McDermott spoke with Oral Roberts head coach Ryan Folmar.
“Falletta Conducts ‘Pines of Rome'”
Omaha, NE—Omaha Symphony welcomes guest conductor Maestra JoAnn Falletta, and guest violinist, Blake Pouliot, for a performance this weekend in homage to Rome. Maestra Falletta, the only female conductor of a top 40 orchestra, will lead the orchestra in the works of Berlioz and Respighi.
From addict to all A’s: Drug court grad now inspires others
By Bill Kelly
Lincoln, NE — Nebraska’s problem-solving courts are attracting the interest of state policy makers looking for alternatives to prison for non-violent offenders. The story of one recent graduate provides a look at why they are viewed as a successful enterprise.
Read MoreTerry, Ashford Congressional race heats up
By Brandon McDermott
Omaha, NE – Nebraska State Sen. Brad Ashford is running against Rep. Lee Terry for Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional seat. The race continues to heat up as November’s Election Day inches closer. In a non-presidential election, where voter turn-out is historically low, do the Democrats have a shot?
Read MoreRide sharing service carries controversy
By Ben Bohall
Lincoln, NE — Peer-to-peer ride sharing services are becoming more popular in metropolitan areas in Nebraska and across the United States. The service has not taken off without controversy, though.
Read MoreGreat Plains Black History Museum supporters seek inclusion in city budget
By Ja'Nel Johnson
Omaha, NE — Supporters of the Great Plains Black History Museum in Omaha are hoping that Mayor Jean Stothert doesn’t veto $40,000 in funding for the museum. Leaders of the museum believe it’s time for the city to begin supporting the mission of the cultural attraction.
Read MoreJacobson Talks Film Streams’ Offerings
By Bill Grennan
Omaha, NE — There’s plenty happening this week at Omaha’s art house theater. KVNO’s Bill Grennan has the story.
Read MoreUNO women’s soccer team tops Incarnate Word 2-0
By Brandon McDermott
Omaha, NE – The women’s soccer team at the University of Nebraska at Omaha got the 2014 season started off quite nicely. The Mavericks downed the Incarnate Word Cardinals 2-0 Friday night at UNO’s Caniglia Field. KVNO was there and he filed this report.
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