Locals satisfied with quality of life; concerned about crime, taxes

By Ja'Nel Johnson
Omaha, NE — With the population of the metro area expected to double by 2050, city officials and community organizations have turned to residents to get a jump start on planning the future. Heartland 2050 organizers presented their findings.
Read MoreReport shows lack of opportunities, services for Latinos in Council Bluffs

By Brandon McDermott
Omaha, NE – A recent report by the Office of Latino/Latin American Studies at the University of Nebraska at Omaha analyzes the lack of services and opportunities for Latinos in Council Bluffs. Numerous concerns were addressed from the inaccessibility of bilingual services to a shortage of opportunities in managerial positions.
Read MoreLocals re-enact rendezvous from mountain man era

By Brandon McDermott
Omaha, NE – About two dozen people gathered at the Western Heritage Trails Center in Council Bluffs last weekend. They were re-enacting the annual rendezvous’ of trappers and traders held in the early 19th century.
Read MoreRace for Iowa: Huntsman, Santorum strive for momentum

By Robyn Wisch, KVNO News
The Iowa caucuses are just over a week away. And as we lead up to caucus day, Jan. 3, we’ll be taking a look at the final candidates vying for the GOP nomination.
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