Medicare workshop eases confusion
Omaha, NE – Medicare is more than fifty years old, but people still have questions about the government health insurance program.
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‘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.
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Are e-readers the future?
Electronic reading devices are becoming more popular. With one device able to hold hundreds of books the ecological impacts are enormous. Fewer trees need be cut down for the paper, less gas and effort need be utilized for manufacturing and shipping expenses. However there are some downsides. Traditional book businesses are seeing a loss in sales. What kind of future can e-readers create?
Read MoreTexting and driving don’t mix
Omaha, NE – Distracted driving and accidents caused by texting is on the rise around the country. In Omaha, texting while driving is now a secondary offense and many say it’s just not worth it.
Read MoreThe hidden injury: concussions
Omaha, NE – The NFL is pushing states to protect young sports players from the often hidden injury of concussions. But legal protections might be tough to enforce on the local level.
Read MoreRugby tackles Omaha
Omaha, NE – The Omaha Goats…never heard of them? They’re the city’s rugby team, and also one of the top 10 rugby teams in the nation.
Read MoreCouch surfers travel light
Omaha, NE – Travelers are finding ways to rest overnight in new locations in creative ways. It’s the world of couch surfing.
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