Most of us know some of the basic facts about Lincoln — namely, that it’s the capital of Nebraska and the home of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. But there are several lesser-known facts waiting to be discovered about the city, like its intriguing nicknames, record-breaking achievements and extraordinary contributions. Not […]
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 […]
Whether they’re a newcomer or a native, Nebraskans have a lot of pride for their home state. And one of the best ways to showcase your Cornhusker State pride is by displaying memorabilia related to its geography, sports teams and other characteristics (like its aroma!). Help welcome new neighbors to […]
While we love Omaha and the surrounding areas, sometimes it’s nice to get away and enjoy a relaxing weekend in a different setting. Luckily, because of Omaha’s central location, there are plenty of places to explore only a few hours away! We’ve rounded up a handful of unique weekend getaway destinations less than […]
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 […]
Over the past few years, we’ve seen more and more people opting for the RV life. In fact, traveling full time has become a trend on social media, with many opting to build their own DIY campers in vans, school buses and even ambulances. If that sounds like you—welcome to Nebraska! We’ve crafted an […]
While we love living in Omaha, sometimes it’s nice to explore everything else Nebraska has to offer. And now that school is out and summer has begun, there’s nothing we’d rather do more than go on a road trip! If you’re looking for some fun places to peruse this season throughout […]
While over the years, Nebraska has garnered a reputation as a “fly-over state” full of cornfields and uninteresting pastures, our amazing state really is so much more. In fact, did you know that Nebraska is home to five national parks? Or that we also lay claim to more than 50 state […]
Over the past several years, subscription services and curated gift boxes have become all the rage—and we aren’t exactly surprised! We can’t think of anything more fun than receiving a new box of goodies every month, and when they are all locally made, it’s even better. Today, we’re talking about Nebraska-based subscription and gift box services! Whether […]
Fall is here and you know what that means: baking! Pies, cakes, crisps…the season just wouldn’t be complete without some tasty treats. Luckily for us, local Nebraska food bloggers have crafted a wide range of delicious seasonal desserts all featuring fall flavors like pumpkin, apple and peach. We rounded up […]