When we’re shopping for gifts for our loved ones (or ourselves!), we like to keep things local. It’s a win-win situation: you can pick out a unique, thoughtful gift, while simultaneously supporting a local maker or shop. And whenever a local business thrives, the community as a whole thrives! So […]
With the historic Old Market, new RiverFront project, and variety of attractions from restaurants to performing arts venues, downtown Omaha is an exciting place to be. Those who live close to the heart of the city are able to easily access its most valued amenities — or their place of work […]
Spend any time around a Nebraskan and you might hear a few curious words or phrases for the first time, such as “buggy,” “doodinkus” or “sandhiller.” We’ve developed our own lingo around here, with several terms related to corn and of course, our beloved Cornhuskers. So before you visit or […]
Earlier this year, Lincoln was ranked in the top 10 cities to buy a house in the U.S. — and we weren’t surprised! After all, Nebraska’s capital city has long been a popular spot, coveted for its relatively low cost of living, focus on education, employment opportunities, variety of things to […]
Halloween is creeping up around the corner, and the only thing scarier than ghosts and zombies is not celebrating the holiday properly! So thankfully, there are plenty of Halloween events in the Omaha area worth going to, from kid-friendly trick-or-treating events to adults-only costume contests, and every spooktacular activity in […]
Omaha is an excellent place for foodies to call home, as we have an abundance of eateries serving up a variety of food, like ramen, nachos, burgers, pizza, sushi, tacos, ice cream, and of course, the steak we are known for. In fact, it has been said that Omaha has […]
Once September hits, we’re in full fall mode around here! And thankfully, we have plenty of fall festivities to keep us in the spirit all season long. This year, we have so many fun fall events happening all throughout the Omaha area, focused on some of our favorite elements of […]
Although they are just a few minutes from each other with only the Missouri River dividing them, the neighboring cities of Omaha and Council Bluffs are quite different in a lot of ways. In fact, they don’t even have a state in common! And yet, the two do share a […]
Lined with stunning historic buildings along cobblestone streets, Omaha’s Old Market is the city’s most historic and beloved neighborhood. This 17-acre enclave is home to countless restaurants, boutiques, art galleries, coffee shops, cocktail bars, theaters, and other local businesses, so it’s easy to get overwhelmed by it all! To help […]
So you’ve made the move to Omaha! We think you’ve made a very wise decision — for a number of reasons. Now that you’re here, you’re most likely eager to blend in with your new neighbors, getting acclimated with the city as quickly as possible. To help you transition to your […]