Profiles

Hoilstic Hearts Treats Mind, Body, Soul

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 03/18/2026 - 12:00am

The newly rebranded, Holistic Hearts Foundation, in partnership with Peaceful Hearts Hospice, is one metro-area nonprofit that can make the end-of-life transition easier for the patient, as well as their family members and friends.
(Carla Chance / The Daily Record)

There is perhaps nothing harder on Earth, than to lose a loved one, whether it’s quick and sudden or a prolonged illness – be it a favorite grandparent or someone still in the prime of their life.

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Hospice Eases Transition From Life To Death

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 03/18/2026 - 12:00am

There is no cure, the best we can do is offer palliative care to ease the discomfort. For anyone who has ever heard these dreaded words, know their world is about to crumble.

But there are people and places designed to help patients and their family and friends face their grim reality, who can offer solace and healing throughout the entire process.

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Attorney Urges Learning Through Teaching

Published by admin on Fri, 03/06/2026 - 12:00am

Travel, according to Prof. Irina V. Fox, is among the best way to recharge your legal brain, whether it’s with her daughter to Moscow, husband riding camels in Morocco or the bright lights of Vegas, or somewhere closer to home, like an Alabama football game with her son, a favorite family pastime.
(Courtesy Photo from Irina V. Fox)

She emigrated from Russia to Minnesota, fresh after graduating college, with scant money to her name – to no doubt achieve the American dream.

At that point, a law career wasn’t even visible on the horizon, but she had the drive to achieve – wherever the journey would take her.

Today, the mother of two and U.S. Air Force veteran, now guides others on their career path.

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Committee Advances Bill With Exception For Tom Osborne To Join Nebraska Hall Of Fame Early

Published by admin on Wed, 03/04/2026 - 12:00am

LINCOLN — The full Nebraska Legislature is set to weigh whether to make an exception in state law to add former Husker football coach and former U.S. Rep. Tom Osborne to the Nebraska Hall of Fame as the first living inductee after a legislative committee Friday advanced the proposal.

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Ideologically Safe: Fifth House, And The Wrong Reviewer

Published by admin on Tue, 02/24/2026 - 12:00am

The Reuben's fries were decent, and I do love sauerkraut. This could be an alright choice if you need to find a palace to dine with a vegan. I'm not saying you will love it or anything.
(Austin Petak / The Daily Record)

Though my email address is at the bottom of each of the articles that I have written, the only people to ever send me replies are restaurants looking to get reviewed by me, while strangely I have yet to receive someone shouting at me for my political or social opinions. The restaurant asks have come in greater number more so lately with the superbowl just past, (though every single email was sent too late to make it into the paper by the time the game aired).

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In Pursuit of: Great Food: Excellence is Found in Koen Japanese BBQ and Izakaya

Published by jason@omahadail... on Fri, 02/06/2026 - 12:00am

(Most) of the Koen Premium. When the waiter dropped the platter off and moved some meat onto the grill to show how it worked. I didn't want to be an awkward Instagram-foodie and beg them to wait until I took a picture. Ha! This was easily enough food for two grown men.
(Austin Petak / The Daily Record)

In the way that a needle rips your senses from their lazy slumber, the first below-zero day of the winter brought with it a piercing chill. It had been put off for too long, pushed back by a warm December. It was a revenge of a season suppressed. So too had I delayed my trip to the Blackstone district, where I had been intending to review the restaurant, “Koen: Japanese BBQ and Izakaya.” The inaction came from the mountain which I knew I would have to surmount – writing a clear and deserving article. When the planned day came the temperature in Omaha was that of a frozen peak.

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Judge McGowan Joins Fourth Judicial District

Published by jason@omahadail... on Fri, 01/30/2026 - 12:00am

Hon. Richard McGowan discusses the importance and honor of serving as a judge, while other Douglas County judges listen.
(Tim Trudell / The Daily Record)

Attorneys preparing to appear before Judge Richard McGowan may want to plan for a late morning docket, as Douglas County's newest judge isn't known as a morning person.

McGowan was sworn in as judge of the Fourth Judicial District by Judge Horacio Wheelock Jan. 23. More than 100 people, including about 20 judges, attended the ceremony at the Douglas County Courthouse's legislative chambers.

The judge operated McGowan Law Firm for 18 years, focusing on criminal defense, juvenile law, personal injury and guardianship, among other legal areas.

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Choosing Clarity: Why Dry January Is More Than A New Year's Resolution

Published by jason@omahadail... on Wed, 01/14/2026 - 12:00am

Pineapple, orange and sherbert punch offers a unique flavor without the effects of a cocktail.
(Courtesy of gastronomblog.com)

Brittany Burling recalls enjoying a glass of wine every now and then. During the COVID-19 pandemic, "Then" became a little more often.

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Duchesne Proved Winner In NSBF Mock Trial

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Fri, 12/19/2025 - 12:00am

Nebraska State Bar Foundation President Stephen S. Gealy, stands with Duchesne Academy team members, state champions of the 2025 Judge Lyle Strom High School Mock Trial competition. The Omaha team will compete for the national championship to be held May 7-9, 2026, in Des Moines.
(Carla Chance / The Daily Record)

The jury has reached a decision. The verdict … Guilty on both counts: Committing terroristic threats and third-degree assault in a road-rage, criminal case, heard recently before the Hon. Thomas K. Harmon at the Sarpy County Courthouse in Papillion.

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Pacific Street Blues A Hit Among Listeners

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 12/03/2025 - 12:00am

Rick Galusha, host of “Pacific Street Blues” – top-rated in its market and recently named a top-30 blues podcast – will celebrate its 35th anniversary, amassing many “gold record” type awards for his musical prowess over the years.
(Bill Stizmann / Omaha Magazine)

In the movie, “Almost Famous,” inspired by the real-life experiences of director Cameron Crowe, who started writing for the “Rolling Stone,” at age 15, his character is given back-stage access to some of the biggest musical acts to grace past generations, filling the boy with wonderment as he meets his rock heroes.