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Free Diploma Replacement Available For Nebraska Alumni Flood Victims

Published by admin on Fri, 05/24/2019 - 12:00am

Lincoln – University of Nebraska–Lincoln alumni impacted by spring flooding can replace lost or damaged diplomas at no cost through a partnership between the Nebraska Alumni Association and the Office of the University Registrar.

Through Aug. 31, the Alumni Association will pay the costs of a replacement diploma for alumni who request one through the registrar. Graduates can request a replacement diploma by filling out a form at go.unl.edu/98di and indicating the original diploma was damaged by flooding in the box labeled “Reason for Duplicate Diploma.”

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Fenner Defines ‘Kind’ Lawyer

Published by admin on Fri, 05/24/2019 - 12:00am

Mike Fenner was barely older than 25 when he was lured away from Washington and the Honors Program of the Justice Department to become one of five young and enthusiastic teachers recruited by Creighton’s new dean, Steve Frankino, in 1972.

Frankino had great dreams for the school, including a new building, and it’s not hard to understand why very smart and very idealistic people hoped they could make a mark in legal education on The Hilltop.

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Gallup CEO to Keynote Governor’s Economic Development Summit

Published by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 12:00am

Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts announced last week that Gallup Chairman and CEO Jim Clifton will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Nebraska Governor’s Economic Development Summit.

“Jim leads one of the world’s most respected research and analytics firms. He is also a leading expert on key issues like workplace improvement and talent development that influence states’ economic success,” Ricketts said in a release. “We are incredibly pleased that he will be sharing his insights at the summit this July.”

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Bankers Group Accepting Grant Applications for Flood Recovery

Published by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 12:00am

The Nebraska Bankers Association board of directors recently approved the application process for Bank On Nebraska Strong funds to assist with disaster recovery and rebuilding efforts.

Since the March floods, the NBA has worked closely with the Nebraska Community Foundation and Nebraska United Ways to establish the Bank On Nebraska Strong fund, which has raised more than $145,000 to date.

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Michael J. Mooney: Mooney Admired for Golf Swing, Legacy As Gifted Trial Attorney

Published by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 12:00am

The smoothness of attorney Mike Mooney’s golf swing won admirers when he hit the links.

His smooth demeanor won him admirers when he appeared before judges in the courtroom.

His by-the-book approach to the practice of law also smoothed out complex cases with hazards that might have ensnared more laissez faire trial attorneys.

Michael J. Mooney died at his home on May 10. He was 82. He left behind many friends in the Omaha legal community.

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Omaha Gives! Nonprofits Ask For Donations During Pledge Drive

Published by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 12:00am

More than 950 nonprofits will participate in this year’s Omaha Gives campaign tomorrow.

The one-day effort, organized by the Omaha Community Foundation, asks the public to pledge $10 or more to nonprofits of their choice making a difference in the community. The foundation also gives prizes to amplify the effect of giving throughout the day.

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TSA Precheck Applications Accepted At Eppley This Week

Published by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 12:00am

Frequent flyers may want to take a trip to Eppley Airfield this week to sign up for a program to allow them to pass more quickly through airport security.

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration is operating a temporary application center for its TSA Precheck program through Friday afternoon in the conference center in the terminal of Omaha’s Eppley Airfield.

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Bar Leadership Academy Seeks Donations For PlainsWest CASA

Published by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 12:00am

The 2018-19 Nebraska State Bar Association Leadership Academy is raising $7,500 to help finish an accessible restroom to support Sidney’s PlainsWest CASA facility.

The Counsel for CASA public service project is accepting donations at tinyurl.com/y5pfk8bl or by mail through a check made payable to the Nebraska Lawyers Foundation and sent to Nebraska State Bar Association, LA Fundraiser/CASA, 635 S. 14th St. #200, Lincoln, NE 68508.

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Lancaster Co. Court to Hold Two ‘Night Court’ Sessions

Published by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 12:00am

Lincoln – Lancaster County Court will be holding after hours “Night Court” sessions on the evenings of May 30 and June 27.

These sessions will be held on the second floor of the Lancaster County Courthouse in Lancaster County Courtroom No. 24 and will run from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on those two days, according to a Nebraska Judicial Branch release.

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Cambria Hotel Cuts Ribbon in NoDo District

Published by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 12:00am

The upscale Cambria Hotel in Omaha’s North Downtown District held a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Wednesday.

The 128-room hotel is the first to carry its brand in Nebraska and is affiliated with Choice Hotels International. The hotel is managed by O’Reilly Hospitality Management LLC of Missouri.

Located at 740 N. 14th St., the Cambria Hotel Omaha Downtown is located across the street from TD Ameritrade Park. It opened Jan. 9 and is now preparing for its first College World Series after experiencing its first Berkshire Hathaway shareholders meeting.