‘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.
Omaha examines ways to change transportation systems
By Ben Bohall
Omaha, NE- Like any bustling metropolitan city, Omaha has seen its public transportation network change with a growing population.
Read MorePositive predictions for Nebraska economy
By Grant Gerlock
Lincoln, NE – NPR has been reporting on pockets of strength in the U.S. economy in a series called “Looking Up.” Economists at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are also seeing signs of strength at the state level.
Read MoreNebraska’s economy recovering, but some concerns remain
By Mike Tobias
Lincoln, NE – Nebraska’s economy continues to recover from recession, but with some concerns on the horizon. Here is more perspective on the economy from three Nebraska economists.
Read MoreJohanns: Payroll tax cut “messes around” with Social Security
By Robyn Wisch, KVNO News
Omaha, NE – Nebraska Senator Mike Johanns says he can’t support extending the payroll tax cut if it “messes around†with Social Security. Meanwhile, Congress hasn’t made much progress finding a compromise.
Read MorePossible post office closing creates big uproar from little town
By Ben Bohall
Lincoln, NE – Last Monday night, residents of Morse Bluff, Nebraska gathered together to voice opposition against the possible closing of the small town’s only post office.
Read MoreOccupy Omaha protesters march against “corporate greed”
By Robyn Wisch, KVNO News
Omaha, NE – Hundreds of people marched through downtown Omaha this morning, in solidarity with the Occupy Wall Street protesters.
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