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THE GROVE EXPANDS REACH WITH ELKHORN LOCATION In just under five years The Grove Juicery + Wellness Café has expanded its offerings with a vast lineup of plant-based products, a subscription service, and a host of events and partnership opportunities.

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The commercial real estate industry, notably office space, had a rocky 2023 due to the rise of inflation and interest rates.

Improved health and lower insurance claims are certainly some of the more obvious benefits of wellness programs, but a higher return on investment can come with a more satisfied workforce.

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COVER story MEGHANN SCHENSE, FOUNDER, THE GROVE JUICERY + WELLNESS CAFÉ.

CULTIVATING CULTURE OF WELLNESS THE GROVE EXPANDS REACH WITH ELKHORN LOCATION In just under five years The Grove Juicery + Wellness Café has expanded its offerings with a vast lineup of plant-based products, a subscription service, and a host of events and partnership opportunities. Its latest achievement has come in the form of a new space in Elkhorn.

Indicators of growth are not limited to brick and mortar as the Omaha-born business makes a big splash in the wellness products marketplace — though owner and founder Meghann Schense noted that expanding into multiple locations was always “part of the plan.”

“I am always thinking about the best way to grow our business through all our channels,” she said, referring to its online presence, wholesale programs and partnerships.

In fact, this strategic front came as a silver lining when the business had to make a shift in 2020.

“Pivoting and surviving COVID is one of the biggest challenges we have faced to date; we were just over a year in business when COVID hit,” she recalled. “I really had to put my head down, restructure and restrategize, again and again, to make sure we would be able to come

out on the other side.”

While this did delay The Grove’s growth trajectory, it allowed for “a focus on creating multiple sales channels, ultimately making us a stronger business.”

In all, the business’s lineup is vast. It spans an array of juices and wellness shots, plant-based milks, a range of wellness and detox cleanses, coffees and teas, power smoothies and plant-based superfood bowls, bites and toasts.

Numerous add-ons have specific functions, such as superfood and adaptogen blends to support immunity and stress relief, skin health, and improved energy and endurance.

Ultimately, changes driven by crisis also led to what would become The Grove’s second location.

“During COVID, one way we pivoted — like a lot of restaurant businesses — was into delivery,” she explained. “We found ourselves out in west Omaha, Gretna and Elkhorn daily delivering orders. So, when it came time to look for our second brick-and-mortar, it seemed like a no-brainer to come out west.”

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Companies have brought us in to do tastings, create custom labels and juices for special events, cater employee and customer appreciation days, and have added our products into their cafeterias for healthier food options for employees.

MEGHANN SCHENSE, FOUNDER, THE GROVE JUICERY + WELLNESS CAFÉ While she said finding the right location “took some time,” it ultimately landed at 18101 Chicago St. in the West Dodge Hills development.

“It was important to me to somewhat anchor both ends of this sprawling city,” she said.

The location, which opened in November, has been warmly received.

“Downtown we are surrounded by local food businesses, whereas out west we see a lot more chains,” she said. “People with their livelihoods here are so happy to have more local, healthier, fresher food options close by.”

“This is definitely one of our busiest times of year,” she stated. “I personally love the fresh start of a New Year and the possibilities that come with a clear perspective.”

She referred to an abundance of promotions, specials and CONTINUED

AT THE GROVE JUICERY’S LOCATION IN ELKHORN, THE MENU FEATURES NOT ONLY JUICES, BUT ALSO CLEANSES, PLANT-BASED BOWLS AND COFFEES.

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And, while its flagship, Grove Downtown, may not be the new kid on the block, Schense said it will always have a special place in her heart.

“Growing our small business in a 100-year-old building, in a developing neighborhood, I was well aware we were a destination spot,” she said. “So, creating an inviting, inspiring space that has become so loved and enjoyed by customers in Omaha and beyond is a wonderful feeling.”

Schense said they plan to grow the space at 2401 Farnam St. — and its community — for years to come.

For the near term, the team is focusing on the New Year.

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The power of good health, at the end of every day, is our most valuable possession.

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giveaways occurring at the time of this writing in early January.

“One of our most popular is our 28-Day New Year Challenge, which entails doing a juice cleanse one, two or three days a week for four weeks, or doing a juice meal replacement each day for 28 days,” she noted.

Details can be found on its website, including a full guide.

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The Grove also offers personalized events for celebrations and company meetings alike, and wholesale program and partnership opportunities.

“We love partnering with local businesses,” Schense said.

“Companies have brought us in to do tastings, create custom labels and juices for special events, cater employee and customer appreciation days, and have added our products into their cafeterias for healthier food options for employees.”

More than anything, Schense said she has learned this feat is truly a “labor of love.”

“Because owning and operating a restaurant, or two, is not easy,” she said. “I am so proud of the food we make every day.”

She said the team has worked hard over the years to do “what we do best,” while noting that they refined and developed juices and plant-powered menus that distinguish not just locally but on a national level.

“Every ingredient and recipe has been carefully crafted and designed to optimize individual health and the health of our community, allowing us to function at our highest level,” she said.

“The power of good health, at the end of every day, is our most valuable possession.”

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The commercial real estate industry, notably office space, had a rocky 2023 due to the rise of inflation and interest rates. As professionals from retail to warehousing look for better things ahead – the question is, how long is the wait?

Regi Powell, commercial sales director with PJ Morgan Real Estate, echoed a refrain familiar to many in the industry with one word, “challenging.”

“In 2024, I think there will be challenges for investors who paid top dollar for a property at a low interest rate and now face a loan adjustment,” Powell said. “This should create some opportunities not seen for a while in the market. I expect most of this to come in the multi-family sector.”

The prevailing sentiment runs along similar lines: high interest rates have had multiple detrimental effects on the CRE market as owners struggled to finance projects, causing shortages in some

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sectors and driving up rent. Yet just as prevalent is the optimism within the CRE industry that the worst is behind them.

“The market believes there will be improved interest rates, which should help the CRE market,” Powell said. “It will also help the sales prices on a property be more in line with projected incomes. Multi-family will see extra supply in available rental units in the short term and this should slow rent growth, which has outpaced most of the country over the last year or two. Retail and industrial will be playing catch-up on the supply side.”

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no office at all since many employees are working from home?” she said. “Does it become more medical spaces? Does it become housing? We need more affordable housing for people to live in, both to rent and to purchase, so that is one option.”

Bell said with all other challenges in the market, one thing the

CRE industry has not had to contend with is a lack of interested buyers.

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“Also, interest rate increases slowed otherwise interested buyers, although rates have come down some which is great.

Lower interest rates are a cause for optimism. Problematic is the concern from many regarding the economy and high inflation that would continue to slow the commercial real estate industry, although I personally believe it will get better.”

Jared Froehlich, commercial real estate advisor with NAI FMA Realty in Lincoln, broke down the office market situation further, saying lower-graded properties are likely to experience a particularly rough year.

“Class B and Class C office space will continue to be a problem across the country,” he said. “These property types have been struggling and will likely continue to struggle to attract tenants.

Companies needing office space are seeking out the nice, new Class A office with the best amenities.

“Furthermore, many office users have downsized their office needs and as those lease expirations have been coming up, we are seeing office relocations. Over the past few years, we’ve seen a trend where office users are moving away from the downtown markets and are moving toward suburban markets. We’ll likely continue to see that trend.”

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industrial properties totaling over 1.5 million square feet under construction and expected to deliver in 2024.

“On the retail front, consumers are demanding more ‘eatertainment’ options and local developers are delivering. New putt-putt golf, pickleball and other concepts have recently entered the market, with more coming.”

Anderson said the challenges in the local market are relative, however, and overall Omaha is doing much better than other parts of the country.

“If we compare Omaha to other commercial real estate markets, I would give us an A,” she said. “We continue to outperform most other parts of the country and remain resilient.”

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The situation leads many building owners to think and act differently in positioning their properties to attract and retain tenants.

“Class A office owners are betterpositioned due to the lack of new construction in that sector,” said Chris Mensinger, senior vice president with Colliers. “Class B office buildings with large floorplates typically used as call centers have historically been a strong market in Omaha. Many of these users now have lower square footage needs since the movement towards hybrid work environments.

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Landlords are also looking to tenants to do more to help offset the costs of enhanced amenities or other concessions.

“While tenants’ needs may have changed over the last few years — figuring out their square footage, a change in floorplan

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layouts and the desire for upgraded amenities — so has the cost of construction and the cost of borrowing,” she said. “Landlords and tenants are both managing the balance of cost: While landlords have been generous in tenant improvement contributions, tenants are realizing they may need to be able to make longer-term commitments in order to capture those contributions.”

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Between the pent-up demand and economic markers nationally, the planets in commercial real estate appear ready to align.

“The main reason for optimism is what I’d call a new normal being established,” said Alex Epstein, executive vice president of

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He noted that interest rates may be on their way down. All told, Epstein said, the area remains a good place to do business both for the CRE industry itself and for the companies that occupy those properties.

“Omaha is resilient and more insulated from the pain being felt in San Francisco or Chicago. I think there’s plenty of opportunity here,” he said. “If interest rates have reached a peak and do start to steadily compound, that would definitely cause activity to go up.

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Health care can’t be dynamic without creative solutions.

No one knows the better than Midlands organizations.

New and innovative ways of delivering care are Kara Tomlinson’s bread and butter – in fact, they’re present in her title as Nebraska Medicine’s executive director of system care delivery and innovation.

“We are shifting our focus towards a health care landscape that is forward-thinking, patient-centered and resilient by creating an Innovation Design Unit (IDU),” Tomlinson said.

Designed to “reimagine health care from the ground up,” Tomlinson described IDU as an active, inpatient care environment to design, test and scale new models of care, innovative technology and facility design.

When asked about innovative solutions in the works over the past year, Tomlinson referred to virtual nursing to address the projected shortfall of 5,435 nurses by 2025 (via Nebraska for Nursing stats).

“Virtual nursing provides additional opportunities for nurses who are considering leaving the bedside, retiring, or those considering leaving the profession by employing them as virtual resources,” she said.

Several patients are monitored remotely, while support and expertise are also provided to the bedside nurse.

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and improved morale, reduced fatigue, improved workforce engagement and improved patient satisfaction,” Tomlinson noted.

She referenced major related investments in tech and hardware; a platform integrated with high-def cameras and audio for twoway communication and Zoom capabilities that enable viewing of detailed info. Advanced features include predictive modeling to anticipate potential risks.

Nebraska Medicine Government Affairs Director Tiffany Seibert Joekel looks at health care workforce challenges through the lens of state and federal legislation.

“Enhanced access to care through telehealth during the pandemic has substantially changed the way care is delivered, and legislation to increase access to telehealth care will continue to change the health care system,” she noted. “There will be a continued focus on reimbursement policies to ensure financial stability for health care providers, as well as a focus on the value and quality of care.”

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Physicians, nurses and clinicians have also been stretched due to the “triple threat” of influenza, RSV and COVID, according to CHI Health President Dr. Cary Ward.

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MIDLANDS BUSINESS JOURNAL We are shifting our focus towards a health care landscape that is forward-thinking, patient-centered and resilient by creating an Innovation Design Unit (IDU).

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“We are ensuring we have resources and education for our providers to help them get back to the joy of practicing medicine,” he stated.

Ward also said CHI Health is expanding telehealth services for several areas of specialization.

“When done correctly, it is a big patient-satisfier with no reduction in the quality of care,” he added.

Resources are being added to its transfer center to ease the process, while Ward noted the organization is actively exploring cost-reduction measures; for instance, performing services as appropriate at ambulatory surgery centers.

Building upon its time-tested AI programs, Ward described how a new “patient no-show model” analyzes patients’ appointment histories.

“If we can predict that, we can contact them ahead of time to maybe identify a barrier of why they might not show up to an appointment,” he said.

Last but certainly not least, Ward referenced how telehealth is reducing the stigma around mental health by allowing patients to receive care from the comfort of home or anywhere they use a device.

Additionally, CHI is actively placing mental health experts in primary care clinics as an integrated approach to reduce emergency room visits and expand collaboration.

Joel Tremblay, president of Medical Solutions, said the staffing company is at the intersection of health care and staffing/talent needs.

“The pandemic, paired with the increasing health care staffing shortage, has led many health care systems to seek more holistic staffing solutions, rather than quick-fix options,” Tremblay said.

In response to the shift, his firm has evolved to provide “total talent management solutions” in addition to travel staffing services – a feat accomplished by combining services with strategy and technology, offering organizations what he called “more channels of talent, better insights and more control.”

He also noted how artificial intelligence-powered algorithms have “significantly improved” both the accuracy and speed of diagnoses, which helps providers to care more precisely and efficiently.

Tremblay, too, referred to virtual nursing as a significant innovation over the past year.

“These platforms not only alleviate the burden on in-person health care services, but also facilitate continuous care and support for patients, especially those managing chronic conditions,” he said.

A critical lesson of the pandemic, Tremblay said health care is also prioritizing mental health services. He referred to investments in resources such as counseling services, peer support networks, and stress management programming.

“We are constantly assessing the effectiveness of our staffing strategies and adjust our practices and offerings to align with changing health care needs,“ Pittman said. “We understand that what may have worked well just a few years ago may no longer be effective.”

She noted how employee referrals are the health system’s No. 1 source of new hires.

As the health care landscape has evolved, Nebraska Medicine Vice President of People Operations Katie Beach said Nebraska Medicine has expanded relationships with university partners and leveraged new job-seeker platforms and outreach to former employees.

“In addition, we offer a variety of sponsorship programs to support staff and external career changers to help them gain the necessary education and credentials to pursue a career in health care,” Beach said.

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She also referenced partnerships with high school academies and community alliances to engage with young adolescents as well as career changers.

“These partnerships are also critical to breaking down perceived barriers of access to health care career opportunities,” Beach said.

Retention efforts span leadership development and work culture, to professional growth and competitive rewards.

Ward said its Midwest Internal Travel Program and regional float pool have converted many travel nurses and staff into CHI Health employees, with staff still traveling only within their footprint. And, as of January 2024, nurses in its Virtual Integrated Nursing program with charge management experience can remote video into CHI Health Lakeside, CHI Health CUMC-Bergan Mercy and CHI Health Immanuel to assist bedside nurses with admissions, day-to-day operations, rounding and discharge.

As the cost of college/medical training feeds into staff shortages, CHI Health offers reimbursement programs and partners with nursing schools on scholarships in exchange for work commitment.

Ward noted how its partnership with the Latino Center of the Midlands Siembra Salud program exposes Latino and Hispanic students to shadowing and internship opportunities in the field.

“Students who are interested in taking the next step can apply for the CNA career ladder program,” Ward said. “Through

this program, CHI Health will pay for tuition and fees, including textbooks, scrubs and other expenses, as well as state certification fees in exchange for a minimum of one year of employment.”

Medical Solutions is investing in technology like ciro, a platform with customized tools such as ciro clinician – supporting professionals’ ability to keep up with day-to-day assignments. In 2024 and beyond, Tremblay said it will use generative AI in its technology to improve efficiencies and create smoother processes.

He furthermore indicated onboarding processes assist with hiccups that clinicians may encounter, while also noting how recruiters engage with clinicians to offer guidance, support, and ensure a positive experience.

“Our clinical operations department … provide invaluable advice and expertise on recruitment, retention and pipeline development strategies,” he added.

He emphasized the staffing shortage was present before COVID19 reached its peak, conditions presented during it increased burnout, early retirements, and exits to other industries.

“The pandemic intensified a shortage that already existed, but other factors contribute to the availability of health care workers; for example, the time it takes to educate and train professionals such as nurses, physicians and specialists affects availability,” Tremblay said.

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Improved health and lower insurance claims are certainly some of the more obvious benefits of wellness programs, but a higher return on investment can come with a more satisfied workforce.

In order to improve morale, the employer needs to go all-in.

“The thing we find is it’s important for employees to see there is a buy-in from their employer, that their employer is invested in their wellness,” said Kris Huie, director of business services with YMCA of Greater Omaha. “Especially with a place like the YMCA, where we are more than just a gym, we are a family, community organization. When a company offers a specific benefit like the Y, they give the employee a place they can take their entire family and provide a community to go to outside of work.”

Huie said companies with successful programs tend to share

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certain characteristics, such as internal wellness committees.

“Wellness committees, either large or small, help put together ideas and plan activities,” she said. “It doesn’t have to be a big, huge production. A company that I spoke with the other day put together different challenges, tracking how much people are walking throughout the month or tracking how many times employees get outside and get active. It can be simple or it can be something a little bit more complex like hosting a challenge between work groups which is all about having some fun and some competition.”

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we partner with a platform, Vitality,” said Carrie Kahnk, wellbeing coordinator. “That provides us with an easy tool to reach our employees, it allows us to collect data. We can then provide those resources, that education, that support to engage the employees and we also incentivize them as well.”

Kahnk suggested any company of any size that launches a wellness program should strive to be a partner in their employees’ health and wellness as much as possible.

“We don’t want to be telling our employees ‘Here’s things that you have to change,’ or ‘These are goals you have to set,’” she said.

“We do assessments to show them where they’re at and then steer them toward resources, whether it’s a tobacco cessation program or weight loss resources or mental well-being. We also have those fun components such as step challenges; most people thrive on community and that’s friendly competition.”

William “Buddy” Goodenkauf, occupational health and wellness manager with Fit For Work offered through Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals, said a new wellness program doesn’t have to be complicated or follow one certain model to make a difference in workers’ lives.

“Anytime you start looking at wellness, it’s important to look at wellness with a holistic approach,” he said. “Most people look at it as just fitness and nutrition and they get caught up in chasing gym memberships or how to eat healthy ignoring that a lot of wellness comes from sleep habits. At Madonna, our specialists provide education on economic wellness, sleep, and stress management in addition to fitness and nutrition.”

Goodenkauf added that while there are long-term payoffs to a wellness program, management can’t assess it like other investments.

“From a CEO perspective, it’s hard to look at it just from ROI because there’s usually an investment up front,” he said. “The investment pays off in savings through health insurance, less sick time taken in PTO. I think that’s what’s important for C-suite executives to look at, the downstream effects on employees.”

feel like an add-on,” she said. “We are in a day and age where being busy is almost a badge of honor and it really shouldn’t be.

Companies need to make sure employees are not just working for a paycheck, but that their work part of life is also fulfilling.”

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Lori Thomas, director of workplace culture and wellbeing with The Wellbeing Partners, recommended beginners start small and expand over time. She said there are plenty of simple things that companies tend to overlook when considering wellness.

“First and foremost, look at environmental wellness,” she said.

“Think of the work environment – is there clean air? Is there lighting?

Is it noisy or too cold? Do they have all the proper equipment they need? That’s an area so many businesses don’t associate with wellness when really it’s such a huge part of it.”

Thomas also suggested looking for opportunities to marry wellness with other employee activities, getting extra mileage out of time and money invested, such as supporting a nonprofit by participating in a fundraising walk.

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“Three, four years name, and a ago, I’m coming “My goal was to attention to my through Fremont figure out how speed. I get pulled and I’m not paying we successfully together,” Theise over,” Theisen said. and registration, put n said. “We hit get my window the ground runnin beer and pizza The first Godfa down. The policem “I get my license your license.’” g.” ther’s included an says, ‘I want video games and from Wild Willy’s to see The officer then a pool table held . Among Theise recognized his last over n’s innovations salad bar.

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Theisen said that although it’s only once, he’s still often spared him from a speeding ticket recognized around he attends. He town and at virtual California after hears stories from ly every event graduating from many former Godfa fond memories high school and college. Durin of working at one ther’s employees with the transm g what started as Theisen’s relocat trying — and leaving — of the locations patrons who remini as a teen, and from ission in his 1961 ion trip to the West sce about the atmosp past Ford Falcon failed People still remem Coast, here and, of course An Omaha friend on the Mormon ber came to the rescue Bridge. a classic Coke glass, details like the refillable soft drink , the pizza.

Theise and the n a place to stay from a promotion jug, temporarily in exchan young man’s family offered just kept going.” that “was a limited evocative of house.

Theise ge for some work Past Godfather’s n quickl -time offer but around the Pizza scholarship Theisen for the his home in Omah y found a job and his own place, winners have thanke it opportunity “that and chose to make a.

He’s been here ever since. made d been amused by Post-Godfather’s, the number of people a difference.” Theisen has even Theisen has had believed the longsta over the years confes ventur a numbe es. He’s also been nding ‘godfather’ active in the comm r of other successful business commercials (played character in Godfa sing that they multiple stints on unity including ther’s television by actors J. Willia the presently) was him. m Koll originally a key role in establi board of the Omaha Airport Autho serving and Dale O’Brie shing services of rity and playing n Theisen also shares several airlines. boards of directo He has served on plenty of his own rs or for his first small the Godfather’s stories of Nebraska’s Center advisory boards for Creighton supply orders via , from paying University, Univer cash on delivery, pizzas on foot when sity Metropolitan Entert for Innovation, Entrepreneurship to workers deliver most of the city & Franchising, ainment Conve ing during the 1975 was closed down ntion Authority Convention and blizzard. Theise and un-navigable (MEC Visitor A), s Bureau n’s Omaha recolle and a business plan , and the Busine has also received ss Ethics written on a napkin ctions include handshake deals numerous accolad “I didn’t know what . es such as an honora Alliance. Theisen from University I didn’t know,” of Nebraska at Omah ry doctorate degree and methods are he explained, adding Award of Distin a and a Better different today. ction as well as that times However, he said, entrepreneurship induction into the Business Bureau Commerce Hall the fundamentals are the Nebraska Busine of Fame, Greate of ss & “The power of work same. r Omaha Cham and Omaha Restau ber Business Hall and hard work rant Association ... I didn’t even of Fame, — don’t sell either Hospitality Hall Theisen said he’s know what the one of those short of Fame. also still a bell-rin word ‘entrepreneur the vocabulary,” holiday campaign, ger ’ meant, it he said. “Entrepreneu continues to regular for the annual Salvation Army just don’t see.” rs see things clearly wasn’t even in he’s done for decade ly speak to studen that other people s, and is even Luck plays a part, quick to help secure t groups as for special causes too, he said. Theise . He’s also volunt food donations but grew up in eered n, develo who time was born in Chicag pment and job with RISE, a charac Clinton, Iowa, readiness progra originally intend o ter m “I try to take the ed to make his time I spend with for incarcerated individuals. fortune in direction, to try people that need to make a differe some help and nce,” he said. “I do as much as I can.”

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WOODMENLIFE PROMOTES KEN KNAUB TO SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER

WILBUR JENKINS PROMOTED TO EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

WoodmenLife has promoted Ken Knaub to Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer. In this position, Ken will oversee WoodmenLife’s Business Technology division and its many initiatives. He will also manage how WoodmenLife is using its current and future technological resources the organization adopts.

WoodmenLife is pleased to announce the promotion of Wilbur Jenkins to Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer. In this role, he will become a WoodmenLife Executive Officer, while continuing to lead the Core Operations, Human Resources, and Strategic Initiatives divisions. He will also continue to oversee strategic planning for WoodmenLife, including a focus on human capital strategy and D&I.

Knaub brings more than twenty years of technology leadership to WoodmenLife working in multiple capacities for other Omaha-based companies. He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a bachelor’s in computer engineering. He completed the LOMA Strategic Leadership Experience Program and the ICAN Defining Leadership Program.

“Ken is bringing valuable experience into this role,” said Denise McCauley, WoodmenLife President & CEO. “He is a relationship-builder and a problemsolver with extensive technology expertise and years of work in the field to back it up. I am looking forward to seeing his leadership in action.”

Jenkins joined WoodmenLife in April 2023 as Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer. Prior to joining the company, he had a long career in the insurance industry, starting out as an underwriter and progressing through various senior operational leadership roles.

Jenkins has a Bachelor of Science from South Carolina State University and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. He also holds Executive Leadership and Business Management certificates from Harvard Business School and Babson College, respectively.

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FUSION CHIEF CLINICAL OFFICER AMBER BARNA NAMED TO 2024 NATHO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

WOODMENLIFE PROMOTES HEATHER BRONSON TO DIRECTOR OF ENTERPRISE AGILITY

The National Association of Travel Healthcare Organizations has announced the 2024 Board of Directors, naming Fusion’s Chief Clinical Officer, Amber Barna, MSN, RN among the industry leaders guiding the organization this year.

WoodmenLife has promoted Heather Bronson to Director of Enterprise Agility. In this role, Bronson leads, coaches, and cultivates Enterprise Agility, lean portfolio management practices, and Agile practices across the organization. This directly impacts WoodmenLife’s ability to continually move forward and keep up with an ever-evolving industry.

Barna is an accomplished senior healthcare leader and nurse. She leads strategic management of Fusion’s clinical and compliance departments, including policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure the safety and wellbeing of healthcare travelers and the patients they serve.

“Being part of the NATHO Board of Directors means I get to be part of something that is bigger than myself and bigger than Fusion,” said Barna. “It’s exciting to be involved in pushing and driving quality patient care because that’s what it’s about at the end of the day.”

NATHO is a non-profit association of travel healthcare organizations that promotes ethical business practices, offers educational opportunities, creates space for advocation, and sets the gold standard for conduct in the travel healthcare industry.

Barna says she knows from her time as a clinician that education is needed so healthcare professionals and medical facilities trust that healthcare staffing companies are in a place to help alleviate pain points.

“There are some extremely talented and caring healthcare professionals who choose traveling as their career, and as staffing industry leaders, we can educate our facility partners on how those travelers take stress off their plate,” Barna said. “Increased appreciation of healthcare travelers and more support to facilities so they can focus on quality patient care rather than staffing needs are the things I’m striving for in 2024.”

Bronson earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (with minors in Sociology and Communication Studies) from the University of NebraskaLincoln. She holds multiple certifications and designations, including SAFe Lean Portfolio Management (LPM), Project Management Professional (PMP), SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE), and SAFe Practice Consultant (SPC).

“Heather has an impressive strategic mindset, and I’m excited to have her in this position,” said Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer Ken Knaub. “She’s an innovative thinker and has a history of putting WoodmenLife member needs at the forefront.”

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More information about Barna and her dedication to refreshing healthcare can be found at workwithfusion. com/industry/amber-barna/.

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LAMSON, DUGAN & MURRAY, LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF MA GEMINI, INC. Notice is hereby given that a corporation has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the corporation is MA Gemini, Inc. The corporation is authorized to issue 1,000 shares of common stock of $.01 par value per share. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on December 8, 2023 and shall have perpetual duration. The name and street address of the corporatio​n’s initial office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NW 68114. The name and address of the registered agent and incorporator is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114.

LDM Business Services, Inc., Incorporator First publication January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RUNYAN WEALTH PARTNERS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that RUNYAN WEALTH PARTNERS, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, designating its registered agent as ORR & HORGAN, LLC, a professional limited liability company, with its registered office at 11409 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE 68154. The street address of the Company’s initial designated office is 4504 N. 167th Street, Omaha, NE 68144.

The Company was organized for the purpose of engaging in the transaction of any lawful business and the performance of any lawful activities that a limited liability company may engage in under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Company shall have a perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organizati​on, its Operating Agreement, or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its Managing Member(s).

First publication January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SOWER FARMLAND, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sower Farmland, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 13575 Lynam Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68138. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

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ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF 805 S. UNION FREMONT, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that 805 S. Union Fremont, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), filed a Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 19, 2023.

The terms of the dissolution provide for the payment of liabilities of the Company and distribution of any remaining assets.

The Company requests that persons with claims against it present them in accordance with this notice. Any claimant shall describe the claim and the date on which the claim arose and mail the claim to the above address. A claim against the company will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce the claim is commenced within five years after the publication of this notice.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 SUSAN J. SPAHN, Attorney of FITZGERALD, SCHORR, BARMETTLER & BRENNAN, P.C., L.L.O. 10050 Regency Circle, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3794 (402) 342-1000 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Samantha A. Thibodeau. Estate No. PR23-2172 Notice is hereby given that on December 20, 2023, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, James Thibodeau, whose address is 8190 Willit St., Omaha, NE 68122 and Mary Ann Thibodeau, whose address is 8190 Willit St., Omaha, NE 68122, were informally appointed by the Registrar as Co-Personal Representa​tives of the estate.

Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 330, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before March 19, 2024, or be forever barred.

REYNA POGGE Registrar First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 CASE NO. PR23-112 Estate of RANDALL J. TURNER, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that on December 27, 2023, in the County Court of Saunders County, Nebraska, the Court appointed Kathleen N. Tremel, 11422 S. 189th Street, Gretna, NE 68028, to serve as Personal Representa​tive of the Estate. Creditors must file their claims with this Court on or before March 5, 2024, or be forever barred.

Joseph C. Byam II ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 (402) 397-2200 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 Judith A. Wells, #23090 Law Office of Judith A. Wells 5062 South 108th Street, #246 Omaha, Nebraska 68102 402 884 2777 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE COUNTY COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NEBRASKA ESTATE OF KENNETH J. PIKE, Deceased. ESTATE NO: PR 24-18 Notice is hereby given that on January 4, 2024, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, Taevier J. Cotton, 4328 N. 11th Street, Carter Lake, IA 51510, was appointed by the Court as Personal Representa​tive of the Estate of Kenneth J. Pike.

Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 330, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before March 12, 2024, or be forever barred.

Valrie Byrd, Registrar First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company.

Notice is hereby given that Cargoz Constructi​on, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 225 Ridgeland Avenue, Fremont, NE 68025. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager Raquel Eunice Gomez-Rascon and Carlos Gomez Caraveo. Its registered agent is Raquel Eunice Gomez-Rascon and his office is located at 225 Ridgeland Avenue, Fremont, NE 68025.

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Charles E. Dorwart (Bar I.D. # 16456) Charles E. Dorwart, P.C., L.L.O. Dorwart Law Office 7305 Main Street Ralston, NE 68127 Tel: (402) 558-1404 Fax: (402) 779-7498 E-mail: cdorwartjd​@dorwartlaw.com NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska Estate of Roberta Noah, Deceased. Estate No. PR 24- 3 Notice is hereby given that on Jan 3, 2024, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the Registrar issued a written statement of Informal Probate of the intestate Estate of said Decedent and that Jessica Noah, 5675 Lake District Dr, Apt 343 The Colony, Texas 75056, (402) 213-1124, jesscanoah​97@gmail.com, was informally appointed by the Registrar as Personal Representa​tive of the Estate.

Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 330, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before March 12, 2024, or be forever barred.

Valerie Byrd, Registrar First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LURAY PROPERTIES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Luray Holdings LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 3355 North 141st Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68164. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O., 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The limited liability company commenced business on January 19, 2024.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC A NEBRASKA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 1. The name of the limited liability company is UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC. 2. The period of duration for UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC is perpetual.

3. UMBRA HOLDING LLC is organized for the purpose of conducting any and all business as permitted by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. 4. The address of the initial designated office for UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC in Nebraska is 20827 Charles Street, Elkhorn NE 68022.

5. The name and address of the registered agent for UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC in Nebraska is Justin Hegg, 20827 Charles Street, Elkhorn NE 68022.

6. Additional provisions, not inconsistent with the law, for the regulation of the internal affairs of the limited liability company shall be provided for in the Operating Agreement.

7. Justin Hegg and Jeffrey Brau organizer(s) of UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC has signed the Foregoing Certificate of Organization effective this December 28, 2023.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 PATRICK M. FLOOD PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER, LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF SELECT SAIL & SPORTS, LLC Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, the Certificate of Organization of Select Sail & Sports, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been amended as follows: 1. To change the name of the Company to Brindisi Sails & Service, LLC; 2. To change the address of the designated office of the Company to 4349 S. 89th St., Omaha, NE 68127; and 3. To change the address of the registered agent of the Company to 7109 Teton Ave., Omaha, NE 68157.

The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Nebraska on December 5, 2023. In all other respects, the Certificate of Organization remains unchanged.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company.

Notice is hereby given that Milo Properties, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 4532 Spencer Street, Omaha, NE 68104. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager Salvador Zarza Carbajal. Its registered agent is Salvador Zarza Carbajal and his office is located at 4532 Spencer Street, Omaha, NE 68104 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company. Notice is hereby given that Pintura Pros, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 4940 Ruggles Street, Omaha, NE 68104. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager Rolando A. Lemus Medrano Its registered agent is Rolando A. Lemus Medrano and his office is located at 4940 Ruggles Street, Omaha, NE 68104.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 Anne K. Burnett, Attorney BURNETT WILSON LAW, LLP 17525 Arbor Street Omaha, NE 68130 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF READY SET RENTALS LLC Notice is hereby given that READY SET RENTALS LLC, is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office is 9920 Maple Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68134. The Company’s initial registered agent in the State of Nebraska is: Anne K. Burnett, whose address is 17525 Arbor Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Company commenced with filing its Certificate of Organization on November 17, 2023, and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Member Managed Limited Liability Company. /s/ Anne K. Burnett Anne K. Burnett, Organizer First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 LAW OFFICES ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP 8712 WEST DODGE ROAD, SUITE 300 OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114-3419 TELEPHONE 402-392-1250 FACSIMILE 402-392-0816 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Home for the Week, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing addresses of the initial designated office of the company are 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing addresses of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Thomas J. Malicki, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION NGT Investments LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the company is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Howard J. Kaslow, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 1740 S 151, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that 1740 S 151, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 1740 S 151st Avenue, Omaha, NE 68144. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 Stephen P. Schmidt, Attorney CARLSON & BLAKEMAN, LLP 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100 Omaha, NE 68102 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF MAKR GROUP, INC. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has formed a corporation under the Nebraska Nonprofit Corporation Act by filing Articles of Incorporat​ion with the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 19, 2024.

The name of the corporation is MAKR GROUP, INC. The Corporation is a public benefit corporation and will not have members. The address of the registered office of the corporation is: 2002 Douglas Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68102, and the name of the registered agent at that address is Stephen P. Schmidt.

Stephen P. Schmidt, Incorporator 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100 Omaha, NE 68102 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CEDAR OAK DEVELOPMENT, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Cedar Oak Development, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The Designated Office Address of the Company is 1740 S 151st Avenue, Omaha, NE 68144. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION 1. The name of the Corporation is MODERN TILE PRO INC 2. The Corporation is authorized to issue 100 shares of common stock having a par value of $1.00 each.

3. The Registered Office of the Corporation is: 2230 N Main St Apt 4108, Elkhorn, Douglas County, Nebraska 68022, and the Registered Agent at such address is Yaroslav Fedorov.

4. Articles of Incorporat​ion were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 12, 2023.

5. The name and address of the Incorporat​ors is Yaroslav Fedorov, 2230 N Main St Apt 4108, Elkhorn, Douglas County, Nebraska 68022.

Viktoriia Fedorova 2230 N Main St Apt 4108, Elkhorn, Douglas County, Nebraska 68022. Serhii Fedorov 2230 N Main St Apt 4108, Elkhorn, Douglas County, Nebraska 68022 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION 1. The name of the Corporation is PRO TILE CRAFT INC 2. The Corporation is authorized to issue 100 shares of common stock having a par value of $1.00 each.

3. The Registered Office of the Corporation is: 7021 S 183rd TERR, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska 68136, and the Registered Agent at such address is Oleksandr Tkachuk.

4. Articles of Incorporat​ion were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 12, 2023.

5. The name and address of the Incorporat​ors is: Oleksandr Tkachuk 7021 S 183rd Terrace Omaha NE 68136, Inna Tkachuk 7021 S 183rd Terrace Omaha NE 68136, Dmitriy Tkachuk 7021 S 183rd Terrace Omaha NE 68136 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF REDSTONE PROPERTIES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Redstone Properties, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, filed its Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 1, 2023, with an effective date of December 31, 2023, and the company is in the process of voluntary dissolutio​n. The terms and conditions of such dissolution are, in general, that all debts and obligations of the company are to be fully paid and satisfied or adequate provision is to be made therefore, and that the balance of any remaining assets are to be distributed to its Members.

Stacy R. Vance, as Manager, will wind up and liquidate the company’s business and affairs. If you have a claim against the company, please provide the following information with respect to your claim: (1) your name or the name of your entity; (2) the nature of your claim; (3) the amount of your claim; and (4) the date your claim arose. All claims shall be mailed to 10031 Maple Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68134. A claim against the company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TARLLAW, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that TARLLAW, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, designating its registered agent as ORR & HORGAN, LLC, a professional limited liability corporation, with its registered office at 11409 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE 68154. The Company’s initial designated office is located at 6007 Oak Ridge Drive, Lincoln, NE 68516. The Company was organized for the purpose of engaging in the transaction of any lawful business and the performance of any lawful activities that a limited liability company may engage in under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Company shall have a perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organizati​on, its Operating Agreement, or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its Managing Member(s).

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 Page 27 • January 26, 2024

LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Daniel J. Waters, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF ELKHORN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC Notice is hereby given of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is Elkhorn Wealth Management, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 1620 South 219th Avenue, Elkhorn, NE 68022. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on January 10, 2024, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement.

LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Rodforce 1, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, filed its Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 4, 2024, and the company is in the process of voluntary dissolution. The terms and conditions of such dissolution are, in general, that all debts and obligations of the company are to be fully paid and satisfied or adequate provision is to be made therefore, and that the balance of any remaining assets are to be distributed to its Members.

Zachary A. Wiegert will wind up and liquidate the company’s business and affairs. If you have a claim against the company, please provide the following information with respect to your claim: 1) your name or the name of your entity; 2) the nature of your claim; 3) the amount of your claim; and 4) the date your claim arose. All claims shall be mailed to Rodforce 1, LLC, c/o Zachary A. Wiegert, 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68154. A claim against the company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Goldenrod Group, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, filed its Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 4, 2024, and the company is in the process of voluntary dissolution. The terms and conditions of such dissolution are, in general, that all debts and obligations of the company are to be fully paid and satisfied or adequate provision is to be made therefore, and that the balance of any remaining assets are to be distributed to its Members. Zachary A. Wiegert will wind up and liquidate the company’s business and affairs. If you have a claim against the company, please provide the following information with respect to your claim: 1) your name or the name of your entity; 2) the nature of your claim; 3) the amount of your claim; and 4) the date your claim arose. All claims shall be mailed to Goldenrod Group, LLC, c/o Zachary A. Wiegert, 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68154. A claim against the company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORAT​ ION OF FIRSTCOMP INSURANCE COMPANY Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nebraska Business Corporation Act, the Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporat​ion of FirstComp Insurance Company (the “Company”), have been amended in the following respects: ARTICLE II is amended in its entirety to read as follows: ARTICLE II The principal place of business for the Company is 13815 FNB Parkway, Suite 601, Omaha, NE 68154-5287. The registered agent and registered office address is CSC-LAWYERS INCORPORAT​ING SERVICE COMPANY, 233 South 13th Street, Suite 1900, Lincoln, NE 68508- 0000.

The Articles of Amendment were filed with the Secretary of State of Nebraska on December 14, 2023. In all other respects, the Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporat​ion of the Company remain unchanged.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF COURTNEY SMITH & CO LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Courtney Smith & Co LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 9905 Harney Parkway South, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O., 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The limited liability company commenced business on January 16, 2024.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024

LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF LINEN & STONE INTERIORS, LLC Notice is hereby given of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is Linen & Stone Interiors, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 7605 S. 195th Street, Gretna, NE 68028. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on January 9, 2024, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement.

LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 EMILY F. MORDHORST, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF NBC PROPERTIES, LLC NBC PROPERTIES, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “ Company ”), has filed a STATEMENT OF DISSOLUTION with the Nebraska Secretary of State with a dissolution effective date of December 31, 2023. Persons with claims against the Company must present such claim to: NBC Properties, LLC, c/o Emily F. Mordhorst, 10250 Regency Circle, Ste. 300 , Omaha, Nebraska 68114 . Claims against the Company must include the following information: (i) claimant’s name, address and telephone number during business hours; (ii) any facts which may support the claim; and (iii) any amounts allegedly owed by the Company under the claim. Claims not including this information will not be reviewed. Any claims against this Company will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce such claims is commenced within five (5) years after the date this Notice is last published.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MHEG 2024 FUND MANAGER - B, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that MHEG 2024 Fund Manager - B, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office is 515 N. 162nd Avenue, Suite 202, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. The registered agent is Midwest Housing Equity Group, Inc., 515 N. 162nd Avenue, Suite 202, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. It commenced business on January 10, 2024, and its duration is perpetual.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF AHRENS TRANSPORTA​TION, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Ahrens Transporta​tion, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The Designated Office Address of the Company is 806 South 84th Street, Nehawka, Nebraska 68413. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MHEG 2024 FUND MANAGER - A, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that MHEG 2024 Fund Manager - A, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office is 515 N. 162nd Avenue, Suite 202, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. The registered agent is Midwest Housing Equity Group, Inc., 515 N. 162nd Avenue, Suite 202, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. It commenced business on January 10, 2024, and its duration is perpetual.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HANSON & BOSLEY, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Hanson & Bosley, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 21003 Cleveland Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C. a limited liability organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF AERIE BLUE SAGE MANAGER, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Aerie Blue Sage Manager, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 10050 Regency Circle, Suite 210, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is CSC-Lawyers Incorporat​ing Service Company, 233 South 13th Street, Suite 1900, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508. The Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 22, 2023.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SPRUCE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Spruce Property Management, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 10050 Regency Circle, Suite 210, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is CSC-Lawyers Incorporat​ing Service Company, 233 South 13th Street, Suite 1900, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508. The Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 22, 2023.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION Notice is hereby given that SMART Leasing, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”) was dissolved effective December 28, 2023. The name of the Registered Agent of the Company is Colin Kastrick, whose address is 13815 FNB Parkway, Suite 440, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. Any person having a claim against the Company should present same in writing to the Registered Agent at the address reflected in this notice. Any such claim should include the date of the claim, amount, and a description of the basis for the claim. A claim against the Company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within Five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF AERIE BLUE SAGE INVESTORS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Aerie Blue Sage Investors, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 10050 Regency Circle, Suite 210, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is CSC-Lawyers Incorporat​ing Service Company, 233 South 13th Street, Suite 1900, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508. The Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 22, 2023.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF UNAPOLOGET​ICALLY INCLUSIVE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Unapologet​ically Inclusive, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 14518 Stone Avenue, Omaha, NE 68116 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a Limited Liability Organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 Jeffrey T. Palzer * 10828 Old Mill Rd., Ste. 6, Omaha, NE 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Company is WONDERLAND CHILDCARE SERVICES, LLC. 2. The street address of the initial designated office is 5306 N. 46th Street, Omaha, NE 68104. The Registered Agent is Pancrace Sylvester Gbekin and the Registered Agent’s address is 5306 N. 46th Street, Omaha, NE 68104.

3. The general nature of the Company is childcare services.

4. The Company commenced on December 15, 2023, and shall have perpetual existence.

5. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by Members, the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and such officers as the Members shall determine.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TENDER REAL ESTATE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Tender Real Estate, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office address of the limited liability company is 1326 N 160th Street, Omaha, NE 68118. The registered agent and office is Aaron Flaugh, 1326 N 160th Street, Omaha, NE 68118.

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NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION 1. The name of the Corporation is HB REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS INC 2. The Corporation is authorized to issue 10,000 shares of common stock having a par value of $1.00 each.

3. The Registered Office of the Corporation is: 20827 Charles Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022, and the Registered Agent at such address is Justin Hegg.

4. Articles of Incorporat​ion were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 28, 2023.

5. The name and address of the Incorporat​or(s) is: Justin Hegg, 20827 Charles Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022 and Jeffrey Brau, 21368 E Circle, Elkhorn, NE 68022.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GRECO INNOVATIONS GROUP, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Greco Innovations Group, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The Designated Office Address of the Company is 5819 South 49th Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68117. The Registered Agent of the Company is Thomas M. Greco, 5819 South 49th Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68117.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 SEAN D. MOYLAN, Attorney 1010 South 120th Street, Suite 320 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CLP3d, LLC The name of the Company is CLP3d, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company engaging in real estate management services. The initial registered agent is Sean Moylan located at 1010 S. 120th Street, Suite #320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The initial designated office of the Company is located at 4210 N. 269th Street, Valley, Nebraska 68064.

This limited liability company commenced business on January 8, 2024.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF MALARA’S REAL ESTATE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Malara’s Real Estate, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), filed a Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 29, 2023. The terms of the dissolution provide for the payment of liabilities of the Company and distribution of any remaining assets.

The Company requests that persons with claims against it present them in accordance with this notice. Any claimant shall describe the claim and the date on which the claim arose and mail the claim to the above address. A claim against the company will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce the claim is commenced within five years after the publication of this notice.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 FITZGERALD, SCHORR, BARMETTLER & BRENNAN, P.C., L.L.O. 200 Regency One 10050 Regency Circle Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3794 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Lou Jean Suites LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the Company is 20504 Laurel Avenue, Elkhorn, NE 68022. The name, street and mailing address of the initial agent for service of process of the Company is Regi Powell, 20504 Laurel Avenue, Elkhorn, NE 68022.

Dated this 4th day of January, 2024.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF GAS LINE OMAHA, INC. Notice is hereby given that a corporation has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the corporation is Gas Line Omaha, Inc. The corporation is authorized to issue 1,000 shares of common stock. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on January 10, 2024, and shall have perpetual duration. The street address of the corporatio​n’s initial office is 1406 N 145th Plaza, Omaha, NE 68154. The name of the registered agent at the corporatio​n’s initial office is Michael J. Osborn. The name and address of the incorporator is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114.

LDM Business Services, Inc., Incorporator First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TENDER OPERATIONS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Tender Operations, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office address of the limited liability company is 1326 N 160th Street, Omaha, NE 68118. The registered agent and office is Aaron Flaugh, 1326 N 160th Street, Omaha, NE 68118.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bruckner Holdings, LLC has been organized under the law of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 8010 Jackson Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is John Bruckner at 8010 Jackson Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Company was formed on December 6, 2023.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024

CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF TRACEY LEDGER INVESTMENTS LLC A NEBRASKA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 1. The name of the limited liability company is TRACEY LEDGER INVESTMENTS LLC. 2. The period of duration for TRACEY LEDGER INVESTMENTS LLC is perpetual.

3. TRACEY LEDGER INVESTMENTS LLC is organized for the purpose of conducting any and all business as permitted by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. 4. The address of the initial designated office for TRACEY LEDGER INVESTMENTS LLC in Nebraska is 4422 N 154th Street, Omaha NE 68116.

5. The name and address of the registered agent for TRACEY LEDGER INVESTMENTS LLC in Nebraska is Tracey Ledger, 4422 N 154th Street, Omaha NE 68116.

6. Additional provisions, not inconsistent with the law, for the regulation of the internal affairs of the limited liability company shall be provided for in the Operating Agreement.

7. Tracey Ledger, organizer(s) of TRACEY LEDGER INVESTMENTS LLC has signed the Foregoing Certificate of Organization effective this December 21, 2023.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024

Notice is hereby given that Minda Smalls Tattoo LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 9910 N 48th St., Suite 103A, Omaha, Nebraska 68152. The initial agent for service of process of the company is Arminda Meraz, 9910 N. 48th St., Suite 103A, Omaha, Nebraska 68152.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024

MARY E. VANDENACK, ATTORNEY DUGGAN BERTSCH, LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 OMAHA, NEBRASKA, 68118 TELEPHONE 402-504-1300 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF WEGIVEFOUN​DATION WEGIVEFOU​NDATION has been incorporated under the Nebraska Nonprofit Corporation Act. The corporation is a Public Benefit Corporation.

The street address of the corporatio​n’s initial registered office is 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118, and the name of the initial registered agent of the corporation at that office is Mary E. Vandenack.

The corporation is organized for charitable, religious, educational, and scientific purposes. The corporation commenced on 21st day of December, 2023. The name and street address of the incorporator of the corporation is Mary E. Vandenack, 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118. The corporation will have members.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that TG Saddle Creek Admin, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, filed its Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 4, 2024, and the company is in the process of voluntary dissolution. The terms and conditions of such dissolution are, in general, that all debts and obligations of the company are to be fully paid and satisfied or adequate provision is to be made therefore, and that the balance of any remaining assets are to be distributed to its Members. Zachary A. Wiegert will wind up and liquidate the company’s business and affairs. If you have a claim against the company, please provide the following information with respect to your claim: 1) your name or the name of your entity; 2) the nature of your claim; 3) the amount of your claim; and 4) the date your claim arose. All claims shall be mailed to TG Saddle Creek Admin, LLC, c/o Zachary A. Wiegert, 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68154. A claim against the company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 JAMES D. BUSER, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER, LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORAT​ ION OF TECH MASTERS, INC. Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nonprofit Corporation Act, the Article II of the Articles of Incorporat​ion of Tech Masters, Inc. (the “Corporati​on”) have been amended to increase the authorized shares to Twenty Thousand (20,000) shares, consisting of Ten Thousand (10,000) shares of “Class A Voting Common Stock,” with a par value of One Dollar ($1.00) per share, and Ten Thousand (10,000) shares of “Class B Nonvoting Common Stock,” with a par value of One Dollar ($1.00) per share. The Articles of Amendment were dated effective December 11, 2023, and filed with the Secretary of State of Nebraska on December 28, 2023. In all other respects, the Articles of Incorporat​ion remain unchanged.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024

EMILY F. MORDHORST, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF HUBER CADILLAC, INC. HUBER CADILLAC, INC., a Nebraska corporation (the “Corporati​on”), has filed Articles of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State with a dissolution date effective December 31, 2023. The terms of the dissolution provide for the payment of liabilities of the Corporation and the distribution of any remaining assets to the Shareholders of the Corporation. Ronald E. Huber, President, will manage the Corporatio​ n’s affairs and distribute its assets. Persons with claims against the Corporation must present such claim(s) to: Huber Cadillac, Inc., c/o Emily F. Mordhorst, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

Claims against the Corporation must include the following information: (i) claimant’s name, address and telephone number during business hours; (ii) any facts which may support the claim; and (iii) any amounts allegedly owed by the Corporation under the claim. Claims not including this information will not be reviewed. Any claims against the Corporation will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce such claims is commenced within three (3) years after the date of this publication.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 Craig F. Martin, Attorney LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF JWH RENOVATIONS, LLC Notice is hereby given of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is JWH RENOVATIONS, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10573 River Oak Lane, Fontanelle, NE 68044. The name and address of the registered agent and office is LDM Business Services, Inc, 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

The general nature of the business is any or all lawful business. The company commenced existence on January 3, 2024 and shall have a perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement.

LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024

EMILY F. MORDHORST, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF HUBER CHEVROLET CO., INC. HUBER CHEVROLET CO., INC., a Nebraska corporation (the “Corporati​ on”), has filed Articles of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State with a dissolution date effective December 31, 2023. The terms of the dissolution provide for the payment of liabilities of the Corporation and the distribution of any remaining assets to the Shareholders of the Corporation. Ronald E. Huber, President, will manage the Corporatio​ n’s affairs and distribute its assets. Persons with claims against the Corporation must present such claim(s) to: Huber Chevrolet Co., Inc., c/o Emily F. Mordhorst, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. Claims against the Corporation must include the following information: (i) claimant’s name, address and telephone number during business hours; (ii) any facts which may support the claim; and (iii) any amounts allegedly owed by the Corporation under the claim. Claims not including this information will not be reviewed. Any claims against the Corporation will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce such claims is commenced within three (3) years after the date of this publication.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF AMENDED CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF FRONTLINE WELLNESS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Certificate of Organization of Frontline Wellness, LLC has been amended to change the name of the limited liability company to: Frontline Counseling, LLC. The Amendment was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 2, 2024.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to the Neb.Rev.St. § 21-2,229, notice is hereby given that the undersigned has formed a for profit, domestic corporation under the Nebraska Model Business Corporation Act. The name of the Corporation is KassieA.Ha​ir, Inc., which has initially been authorized to issue 10,000 shares of common stock. The street address of the Company’s initial registered office in Nebraska is 11409 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE 68154 and the name of its registered agent at such address is Connor W. Orr. Connor W. Orr, Incorporator 11409 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE 68154 (402) 408-6488.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION Notice is hereby given that Broblank, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”) was dissolved effective December 28, 2023.

The name of the Registered Agent of the Company is Colin Kastrick, whose address is 13815 FNB Parkway, Suite 440, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. Any person having a claim against the Company should present same in writing to the Registered Agent at the address reflected in this notice. Any such claim should include the date of the claim, amount, and a description of the basis for the claim. A claim against the Company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within Five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024

LAW OFFICES ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP 8712 WEST DODGE ROAD, SUITE 300 OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114-3419 TELEPHONE 402-392-1250 FACSIMILE 402-392-0816 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF BNS CONSULTING, L.L.C. BNS CONSULTING, L.L.C., a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been dissolved and is winding up its activities in accordance with the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. Persons having claims against the Company must submit them in writing to Abrahams Kaslow & Cassman LLP, Attention Thomas J. Malicki, at 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. Any claim submitted to the Company shall contain the following information with respect to such claim: the name of the claimant, a description of the nature of the claim, the amount of the claim, and the date on which the claim arose. A claim against the Company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five years after the third publication of this Notice of Dissolution.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024

KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Nemaha Properties, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, filed its Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 29, 2023, and the company is in the process of a voluntary dissolution. The terms and conditions of such dissolution are, in general, that all debts and obligations of the company are to be fully paid and satisfied or adequate provision is to be made therefore, and that the balance of any remaining assets are to be distributed to its Sole Member. The Manager of the Company will wind up and liquidate the company’s business and affairs. If you have a claim against Nemaha Properties, LLC, please provide the following information with respect to your claim: (1) your name or the name of your entity; (2) the nature of your claim; (3) the amount of your claim; and (4) the date your claim arose. All claims shall be mailed to 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. A claim against Nemaha Properties, LLC is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GCP III COLLINS CROSSING TRACT 2, LLC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that GCP III Collins Crossing Tract 2, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Zachary A. Wiegert, 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 Page 29 • January 26, 2024

Notice is hereby given that TD SUPPORT SERVICES LLC (the Company) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 9619 Bedford Ave, Omaha NE 68134. Its affairs are to be conducted by manager/me​mber Dayna Deal. Its registered agent is Dayna Deal, and the street address is 9619 Bedford Ave, Omaha NE 68134.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024

NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION 1. The name of the Corporation is JCH CONSTRUCTION INC 2. The Corporation is authorized to issue 10,000 shares of common stock having a par value of $1.00 each.

3. The Registered Office of the Corporation is: 9110 Nina Street, Douglas County, Omaha, Nebraska 68124, and the Registered Agent at such address is Philip Hansen.

4. Articles of Incorporat​ion were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 18, 2023.

5. The name and address of the Incorporator is: Philip Hansen, 9110 Nina Street, Douglas County, Omaha, Nebraska 68124.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 Notice of Organization ECIR Enterprizes 2, LLC Notice is hereby given that ECIR Enterprizes 2, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 1063 Fedde Lane, Ashland, NE 68003 and with its initial agent for service of process as James R. Rice, 1063 Fedde Lane, Ashland, NE 68003.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 LINDSEY A. SCHULER, Attorney CROKER HUCK LAW FIRM 2120 S. 72nd Street, Suite 1200 Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO CERTIFICATE ORGANIZATION Please take notice that the Certificate of Organization for AVARA Real Estate, LLC has been amended to include the professional service of real estate agent.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 EMILY F. MORDHORST, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF WC ACRES, L.L.C. WC ACRES, L.L.C., a Nebraska limited liability company (the “ Company”), filed its STATEMENT OF DISSOLUTION with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 28, 2023. Persons with claims against the Company must present such claim to: WC Acres, L.L.C., c/o Emily F. Mordhorst, 10250 Regency Circle, Ste. 300 , Omaha, Nebraska 68114 . Claims against the Company must include the following information: (i) claimant’s name, address and telephone number during business hours; (ii) any facts which may support the claim; and (iii) any amounts allegedly owed by the Company under the claim. Claims not including this information will not be reviewed. Any claims against this Company will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce such claims is commenced within five (5) years after the date this Notice is last published.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF 3008 DEWEY AVENUE LLC 3008 DEWEY AVENUE LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), filed its STATEMENT OF DISSOLUTION with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 29, 2023. Persons with claims against the Company must present such claim to: 3008 Dewey Avenue LLC, c/o Benjamin J. Pick, 10250 Regency Circle, Ste. 300 , Omaha, Nebraska 68114 . Claims against the Company must include the following information: (i) claimant’s name, address and telephone number during business hours; (ii) any facts which may support the claim; and (iii) any amounts allegedly owed by the Company under the claim. Claims not including this information will not be reviewed. Any claims against this Company will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce such claims is commenced within five (5) years after the date this Notice is last published.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SPRUCE CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Spruce Capital Development, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 10050 Regency Circle, Suite 210, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is CSC-Lawyers Incorporat​ing Service Company, 233 South 13th Street, Suite 1900, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508. The Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 22, 2023.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024

Notice of Organization ACR Enterprises, LLC Notice is hereby given that ACR Enterprises, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 14406 S 23rd Street, Bellevue, NE 68123 and with its initial agent for service of process as Alex Rogers, 14406 S 23rd Street, Bellevue, NE 68123.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORAT​ ION OF METRO FOOT AND ANKLE SPECIALISTS, P.C. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Articles of Incorporat​ion of Metro Foot and Ankle Specialists, P.C. have been amended to change the office address to: 10040 Regency Circle, Suite 345, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Amendment was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 10, 2024.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF GOLDENROD RA, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Goldenrod RA, Inc. (the “Corporati​ on”) has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Corporation is authorized to issue 10,000 shares of common stock having a par value of $1.00 each. The Registered Agent and Registered Office of the Corporation is Kendra Ringenberg, 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Incorporator of the Corporation is Katie Bunner, 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 PACIFIC STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Mobile Paint Solutions & More LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The Designated Office of the Company is 7226 N 35th Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68112. The Registered Agent of the Company is Perry K. Wiseman, CPA, 1237 S 119th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The Company was formed on December 21, 2023.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CORNHUSKER SVCS , LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that CORNHUSKER SVCS, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 18136 Mason St, Elkhorn, NE 68022. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Srilakshmi Reddy, 18136 Mason St, Elkhorn, NE 68022. The limited liability company commenced business on December 21st, 2023.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 EMILY F. MORDHORST, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF YABA, LLC YABA, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “ Company ”), has filed a STATEMENT OF DISSOLUTION with the Nebraska Secretary of State with a dissolution effective date of December 31, 2023. Persons with claims against the Company must present such claim to: YABA, LLC, c/o Emily F. Mordhorst, 10250 Regency Circle, Ste. 300 , Omaha, Nebraska 68114 . Claims against the Company must include the following information: (i) claimant’s name, address and telephone number during business hours; (ii) any facts which may support the claim; and (iii) any amounts allegedly owed by the Company under the claim. Claims not including this information will not be reviewed. Any claims against this Company will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce such claims is commenced within five (5) years after the date this Notice is last published.

First publication January 12, 2024, final January 26, 2024 Notice is hereby given that Aesop Studios, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 19517 Cedar Circle Omaha, NE 68130. Its registered agent, and office, is LINDSEY L DHALIWAL, 19517 Cedar Circle Omaha, NE 68130.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE, LLC 7602 PACIFIC STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Carelink Nebraska LLC has been organized as a professional limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Designated Office of the Company is 3114 N 147th Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. The Registered Agent of the Company is Corporation Consultants, 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Company’s members, managers, professional employees and agents are licensed or otherwise legally authorized to provide healthcare services in the State of Nebraska. The Company was formed on December 29, 2023.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 Page 30 • January 26, 2024

NOTICE OF CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF Shaddai Rentals LLC A Nebraska Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given that Shaddai Rentals LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office of the company in the state of Nebraska is 1925 SW 5th ST Suite #1, Lincoln, NE 68522. The name and address of the registered agent is AF Bookkeeping Services, Inc, 11811 | Street, STE 204, Omaha, NE 68137.

The Certificate of Organization was filed with the State of Nebraska on January 2, 2024.

Luis Hong, Organizer First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TOX AND FILLER, LLC Notice is hereby given that a Nebraska limited liability company named TOX AND FILLER, LLC (the “Company”) was formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the Company is 17645 Wright Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68130 and the Company’s initial agent for service of process at such address is Registered Agent Solutions, Inc. 5601 South 59th Street, Suite C, Lincoln, Nebraska 68516.

First publication January 26, 2024.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: HIGHLAND HOUSE. Name of Applicant: Lemon Squeezy, LLC Address: 1230 S 164TH AVE, OMAHA NE 68130 Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: NE. Date of first use of name in Nebraska: 05/01/2023.

General nature of business: Home goods store in Omaha, Nebraska.

LACI MULICK Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication January 26, 2024 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: FOUND VINTAGE MARKET. Name of Applicant: The Vintage Chandelier Decor and More, L.L.C. Address: 6022 MAPLE ST, OMAHA, NE 68104 Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: NE. Date of first use of name in Nebraska: 06/01/2016.

General nature of business: Home goods store in Omaha, Nebraska.

LACI MULICK Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication January 26, 2024 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: TAP-PAY SOLUTIONS. Name of Applicant: Hanson & Bosley, LLC Address: 21003 CLEVELAND STREET, ELKHORN, NE 68022 Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska.

Date of first use of name in Nebraska: Upon filing General nature of business: Payment processing services.

Greg Hanson Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication January 26, 2024 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: EARL AND GRAY. Name of Applicant: Lemon Squeezy, LLC Address: 1230 S 164TH AVE, OMAHA, NE 68130 Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: NE. Date of first use of name in Nebraska: 07/01/2020.

General nature of business: Home goods store in Omaha, Nebraska.

LACI MULICK Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication January 26, 2024

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: DGR PAINTING CONTRACTORS. Name of Applicant: Anderson Rearden Partners, LLC Address: 3055 SOUTH 105TH AVENUE, OMAHA, NE 68124 Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska.

Date of first use of name in Nebraska: upon filing General nature of business: Painting contractor.

Travis Anderson Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication January 26, 2024

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: ONLY INJECTABLES. Name of Applicant: Tox and Filler, LLC Address: 17645 WRIGHT STREET, OMAHA, NE 68130 Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska.

Date of first use of name in Nebraska: January 15, 2024 General nature of business: injectable services.

Jared Widseth Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication January 26, 2024

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: MILAN LASER HAIR REMOVAL. Name of Applicant: Milan Laser Corporate, LLC Address: 17645 WRIGHT STREET, OMAHA, NE 68130 Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska.

Date of first use of name in Nebraska: December 2014 General nature of business: laser hair removal.

Jared Widseth Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication January 26, 2024

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