Profiles

‘The Unbreakable Boy’ Explores Family’s Inspirational Journey Navigating Son’s Physical Challenges

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 02/26/2025 - 7:00am

Zachary Levi portrays Scott LeRette, who wrote the book, in the film adaptation of “The Unbreakable Boy.
(Tim Trudell / The Daily Record)

Walking into a New York City pharmacy, Scott LeRette had no idea how life was about to change for him and his family.

LeRette, author of "The Unbreakable Boy," mentioned to the pharmacist he was an author. Later, that pharmacist mentioned it to actor Peter Facinelli.

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Historic Home Purchase To Help Preserve Omaha’s Heritage

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Thu, 01/30/2025 - 12:00am

In 1903, George and Sarah Joslyn completed one of Nebraska’s greatest homes – a 35-room Scottish Baronial mansion atop a hill on Omaha’s outskirts. Slated to be torn down, it is one of the many historic treasures, saved by local preservation efforts.
(Courtesy of Visit Nebraska)

He bought the farm. To many it may simply mean he passed away. But in a spectacular turn of events, this lofty purchase, in a very roundabout way, ties together generations past.

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Tenor Andrea Bocelli Celebrates Valentine’s Day With Omaha Debut February 6

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 01/29/2025 - 7:00am

Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli makes his Omaha debut Feb. 6 at the CHI Health Center Omaha.
(Giovanni De Sandre)

After 30 years, it's not often that Andrea Bocelli performs in a new city, but that will be the case when he takes the stage at CHI Health Center Omaha Feb. 6.

The Italian tenor looks forward to performing before a new crowd for a Valentine’s Day-themed concert.

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A Lifelong Adventure: Seven Duchesne High School Students Excel Winning Nebraska’s State Mock Trial Championship

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Fri, 01/24/2025 - 7:00am

Team coach Mark Laughlin captured this moment prior to the seven talented students learning that their trial verdict was affirmed and being announced as state champions.
(Courtesy of Mark Laughlin)

In popular culture and in card games, deuces signifies a card, say a two of diamonds.

A team of seven students from Duchesne brought home the state mock trial championship for the second year in a row, shining the light on blending academic studies with real world experience - a true gem of stature for the students and a nod to their school and the Nebraska educational system.

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In Pursuit of : Tacos Everyday for a Week

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Tue, 01/21/2025 - 7:00am

Taco Charrito: absolutely slammin' two dollar beef tacos with the best tortilla I've had in a long time located at 36th and V Street in south Omaha as of Friday, January 17, 2025.
(Austin Petak / The Daily Record)

When my Editor came to me and asked if I wanted to get paid to head to 36th and V Street to write about street tacos, I did my very best to hide my enthusiasm and remain as professional as possible.

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In Pursuit of : The Best Lasagna In Town : Nicola’s

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Tue, 01/14/2025 - 7:00am

Lasagna Mediterranean from Nicola’s Italian Wine & Faire, a local Italian favorite right on 13th and Jackson.
(John Shartrand)

As most stories that begin with a guy sitting alone at a bar, it’s usually about a woman; this time at least… it was about interviewing one. While waiting, I took out my little black book and started scribbling down descriptions of that which was around me.

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Kiewit Luminarium Opens Doors To Discovery

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Thu, 12/19/2024 - 7:00am

Kiewit Luminarium, Omaha’s 82,000-square-foot science museum, is located at the Lewis and Clark Landing at the RiverFront, along the banks of the Missouri.
(Cale Benson / ©HDR / Kiewit Luminarium)

If a tree falls in the forest, and no one is around, does it make a sound … Well, without our air, which is filled with molecules, the world would be silent. Sound is a vibration carried by acoustic waves, which travel through various elements in our atmosphere. But, if you don’t believe it, see or rather hear for yourself.

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Bluebird Cultural Initiative: Reconnecting Urban Native Americans With Tribal Roots

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 12/18/2024 - 7:00am

Members of the Bluebird Cultural Initiative demonstrate their traditional drum and singing skills.
(Tim Trudell / The Daily Record)

With a booming thud, the drum group begins playing traditional Native American dance music. The group’s singers belt out Lakota (Sioux) lyrics as a woman dressed in regalia begins performing a jingle dance. The bells and metal on her dress create a melodic rhythm, sending energy to spirits as she moves in a circle.

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Bellevue Public Schools Reimagines the Trades

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 12/04/2024 - 7:00am

A large aircraft simulator is part of the training at the Aviation Academy.
(Tim Trudell / The Daily Record)

Flying drones. Changing oil and rotating tires. Taking care of elderly patients. At Bellevue Public Schools, it's all part of a day at school.

Vocational education has gained attention as public schools seek to help students who may otherwise fall through the cracks, said Bradley Stueve, Bellevue's Coordinator of College and Career Education/Program Services.

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Reasonable Hope for Nebraskan’s Mental Health

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 11/13/2024 - 7:00am

Executive Director of NAMI Nebraska, James Michael Bowers (left) holding up the highest value item sold at the NAMI Charity Auction, bought by Nebraskon Convention Chair Becky Potter (right), for $1000.
(Austin Petak / The Daily Record)

There is a conversation to be had about mental health that hasn’t happened yet. Not anywhere in all the earth has it happened to any degree of merit because the person that needs to have it, has yet to have had it. That which could be said to assuage the tyranny of the inner workings of the soul could be written in a book or on a billboard, but its effect is entirely wasted.