‘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.
“Not As Strong As 2013”: Nebraska’s Economic Outlook
By Mike Tobias
Omaha, NE — By many measures, 2013 was a pretty good year for Nebraska’s economy. NET’s Mike Tobias reports on indications that change is coming in 2014.
Read MoreTechnology Chips Away At Influence Of Prominent Ag Towns
By Harvest Public Media
Kansas City, MO — Since 1856, wheat has been traded on the floor of the Kansas City Board of Trade. In the old days, there would be a swarm of traders around the pits.
Read MoreNebraska’s Economy “Ready For A Good Year”
By Mike Tobias
Lincoln, NE — Nebraska’s economy appears to be healthy as we enter the new year according to Eric Thompson, director of the Beareau of Business Research at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Read MoreJohanns optimistic deal will be made on fiscal cliff
By Robyn Wisch, KVNO News
Omaha, NE – Nebraska Senator Mike Johanns says not addressing the fiscal cliff would be a “failure of Congress.†In a conference call with reporters on Capitol Hill Thursday, Johanns said he’s optimistic that won’t happen.
Read MoreMaking connections: Rural Nebraska businesses look to the internet
By Hilary Stohs-Krause
Lincoln, NE – 70 percent of Americans over age 18 shop online – and that number is only expected to increase. But to reach those shoppers, retailers need an online presence, and for rural Nebraska businesses, that’s not always easy.
Read MoreHeineman announces plan to re-examine polling site cuts
By Ben Bohall
Omaha, NE – Gov. Heineman has asked Secretary of State John Gale to take another look at Douglas County Election Commissioner Dave Phipps’ controversial decision to close down nearly half the voting precincts in Douglas county.
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