‘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.
Integrated Behavioral Health
By Grant Gerlock
Making mental health part of physical wellness is the goal of a groups of behavioral health providers in western Nebraska. They’re reaching out to patients at rural medical clinics to provide close to home.
Read MoreHealth care restructuring focuses on prevention
By Fred Knapp
In communities across Nebraska, there’s an increasing emphasis in health care on prevention rather than cure. One clinic in Lexington is trying to save money and increase wellness.
Read MoreWhat makes a town?
By Hilary Stohs-Krause
Lincoln, NE – In Nebraska, there are three incorporated towns with fewer than 10 people – and several unincorporated communities with thousands. Why the discrepancy? And what does it all mean?
Read MoreNo more empty pots
By Angel Martin
Omaha, NE – Most would agree on the importance of having fresh fruits and vegetables in their daily diet. So, what happens when people can’t eat an apple a day or cook with fresh vegetables?
Read More“Combat boots to cowboy boots”
By Bill Kelly
Petersburg, NE – Nearly half the men and women serving in the military come from rural areas, and the small towns, farms and ranches that they left behind would love to have them come back to work after their tour of duty.
Read MoreFCC wants universal broadband
By Hilary Stohs-Krause
Lincoln, NE – The Federal Communications Commission wants to expand broadband in rural areas by renovating the program that has done the same for phone service.
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