Profiles

Nebraskon: A Genuine Community

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 10/30/2024 - 7:00am

Faith S. (left) and Mira O. on the right showing off their cool cosplays to an awkward journalist in a lavender button-up and purple tie.
(Austin Petak / The Daily Record)

Some days ago, I got a phone call from The Daily Record, and the first of two questions that was asked of me was,

“Do you like anime?"

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Horse Therapy Helps Veterans Reign in PTSD

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 10/23/2024 - 7:00am

Leading a horse by its reigns, Megan Dannelly holds on with one hand while trying to control several balls with words on them, like mother, soldier, friend and volunteer, in the other. She attempts to complete a lap without dropping any of the balls, but is unsuccessful. One falls out of her arms. Then another. Soon, balls lay scattered in the dirt. 

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Hildreth Meière: The Mastermind Behind The Art At Nebraska’s Capitol Building

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Thu, 08/08/2024 - 6:00am

Women Hoeing Corn
(International Hildreth Meière Association)

After being appointed to the New York City Art Commission, she was invited to the annual dinner at a men’s club in New York. The invitation said “Black Tie,” so she wore a black evening gown with a black bow tie.

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Blind Loyalty

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 6:00am

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he has President Joe Biden's back. It's almost enough for me to take him off my list of possible successors to the incumbent president. Having Biden's back is not a matter of loyalty.

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Finally, Protections for Parents With Disabilities: We Have an Extra Reason to Celebrate This Mother’s/Father’s Day

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 05/15/2024 - 3:00am

With Mother’s Day recently passed and Father’s Day just around the corner, families across the United States are celebrating the dedication, love, and sacrifice that parents show their children and the many ways their work contributes to society as a whole. Parents with disabilities have an extra reason to celebrate this year; on May 1, the U.S.

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BlueBarn Theatre Breaks Barriers With Debut Of Dave Osmundsen’s “More Of A Heart”

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 05/08/2024 - 2:00am

Matthew Kischer as Zachary, left, and Ben Pearson as Ben, right.
(Bill Kirby)

BlueBarn Theatre debuted ““More of a Heart”” on March 28, 2024. The play was written by Dave Osmundsen. The play explores family dynamics and what it means to truly communicate. Zachary is a college student who is on the spectrum, and his mom, Mary-Ellen is a fierce advocate, considering herself an Autism Mom. Both are frustrated, feeling like the other doesn’t listen, but when Mary-Ellen receives a diagnosis, it becomes more important than ever to learn how to communicate with each other.

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Meet our Commissioners! (Douglas and Sarpy)

Published by jason@omahadail... on Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:00am

Douglas County Commissioners. From Left to Right: P.J. Morgan (#4), Mike Friend (#7), Mary Ann Borgesen (#6), Chris Rodgers (#3), Maureen Boyle (#5), Roger Garcia (#1), James Cavanaugh (#2).

A Dozen Influencers

The role of a county commissioner in local politics is less understood than the impact the seven Douglas and five member Sarpy Board of Commissioners have on policies and budget matters impacting their constituents.

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Law Day Poster Contest Winners:

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:00am

1st Place - Nick Militti, Mary Our Queen
(Teacher: Stacy Schlautman)

The Law Day Poster Contest is adjudicated by the Nebraska Paralegal Association . The contest is open to Omaha area 5th graders. The winning poster will be put on display for the month of May on a billboard in Omaha.1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will receive cash prizes from the Omaha Bar Association.

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Lines On A Map: Political Gains And Losses

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:00am

Douglas County Election Commissioner, Brian W. Kruse.
(Courtesy photo)

To understand the somewhat divisive and misunderstood concept of gerrymandering that has real consequences in parts of the United States, it helps to begin with the concept from the decisively midwestern view of Nebraska election officials.

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560 Enchanted Guests

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:00am

Berry Law Firm represents in force at the 2024 Barristers' Ball. Their firm was a Gold Sponsor for the dinner. (Don Rashid)

Black tie optional was the dress code for this year’s Barristers’ Ball, held annually. 560 registrations were received for the April 13, 2024 gala. Held at the Embassy Suites in LaVista, Nebraska, conversation among colleagues, dinner and dancing to the KC FLO band melded with fun and spirited bidding in the silent and live auctions. The whimsical evening’s theme was “An Evening In Wonderland.”