Cellphones cause potential danger, health risks

February 9, 2020.Reading time 3 minutes.

ArianaGanson There is one item that is almost always guaranteed to be carried by a person, whether they’re male or female; young or old, and that item is a cellphone. These hand held devices seemed like a cure-all to many problems such as communication, sharing with friends across the world and streaming favorite shows or […]

Meet Mater Dei: our neighbors across the street

February 9, 2020.Reading time 3 minutes.

LilyWeindel Located on 78th and Military Ave., Mary Immaculate Church has been a presence in our neighborhood since 1989. The parish includes both Mater Dei Seminary and Mater Dei Academy. Before its arrival in Omaha, the parish was originally located in Spokane, Washington. The parish is a traditional Catholic church, operating under the Religious Congregation […]

Duet gives people a second chance

February 9, 2020.Reading time 4 minutes.

MaggiePeklo About a 10-minute walk from the doors of Marian, past the red gate, at the bottom of lower lot is Duet, formerly known as ENCOR. They provide engagement opportunities for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities of all ages, and they have facilities in five Nebraska counties— Cass, Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington. According […]