When you picture Iowa, you’re probably imagining endless roads, cornfields and maybe a little baseball. But while this gorgeous midwestern state does have all of those things, it has so much more to offer. From world class museums and adorable historic towns to underground waterfalls and spectacular sunsets, Iowa is a fantastic […]
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The 2022 Curling Trials Are Coming to Omaha
The upcoming winter games will be held in Bejing in February of 2022! While we love watching all the events—from bobsleigh to figure skating and ski jumping—we are particularly interested in curling, mostly because Omaha plays a big part in the sport. That’s right, Omaha, Nebraska will once again be home to the 2022 curling trials, the contest held to select […]
10 Speakeasies to Visit in Omaha & Lincoln, Nebraska
It’s no secret. The Omaha and Lincoln area is home to some of the best restaurants and bars in the state. But you may not realize that Eastern Nebraska is also home to a multitude of lesser-known hotspots, many of which are completely hidden from view! Let’s take a behind-the-scenes look […]
18 Ways to Celebrate Halloween 2021 in Omaha
Ghosts and goblins, scary witches, flickering Jack-o-lanterns—Halloween is only a few weeks away! Our local communities take Halloween very seriously, celebrating with fun events, trick-or-treating, spooky movies and more. And while many events have been cancelled due to COVID-19, there are still plenty of ways to get into the Halloween spirit safely around Omaha […]
14 Unique Things to Do this Fall in Nebraska
While Nebraska is often garnered as a “flyover state”, we have so much more to offer than cornfields and sprawling farmlands. In fact, Nebraska is home to spectacular national and state parks, natural wonders, interesting art installations, quaint small towns, and thriving cities—all of which are even more exciting in the fall! If […]
12 Things You Should Do This Fall in Lincoln, Nebraska
Bright orange trees, crisp air, cooler temperatures and pumpkin-themed everything—fall is finally here! Between hayrides, pumpkin picking and corn mazes, you have plenty of ways to stay busy in the weeks ahead. But because there’s so much fall fun and only so little time, we rounded up some of the […]
Your Guide to Celebrating Football Season From Home
Fall is finally here and you know what that means— it’s football season! While we have been looking forward to cheering alongside other football fans in-person for more than a year, with the rise in COVID cases and the Delta Variant, the safest option may be celebrating from home. But don’t worry! Just because you’re staying […]
A Complete Guide to Omaha’s Food Halls
Over the past decade, a new food concept has taken the country by storm: food halls. Offering craft beer, spirits, wine, breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert all in one place—food halls are like modern food courts featuring local restaurants and other small businesses. But while the idea has spread out all over the […]
Creative Things to Do with Kids This Fall in Omaha
Now that autumn is here and the kids are back in school, we don’t have to keep them entertained 24/7 anymore—but that doesn’t mean we don’t miss all that bonding time. Luckily, fall is the perfect time to get a little creative. That’s why we took the time to round up a few […]
The 10 Best Places to Go Camping Within 2 Hours of Council Bluffs
There’s nothing quite like camping. Pitching your tent; settling down for ghost stories around the campfire; and enjoying everything the wilderness has to offer. Pair all that with the beauty of the Loess Hills and you’ve got the perfect weekend!