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United Way of the Midlands

CELEBRATING A CENTURY OF HELPING PEOPLE IN THE COMMUNITY

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Giving in the Heartland

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United Way of the Midlands

CELEBRATING A CENTURY OF HELPING PEOPLE IN THE COMMUNITY In 1923, community leaders and residents in Douglas County created an organization called The Community Chest to support local health and human services efforts, distributing funds to 30 participating nonprofit organizations. In 2023, the fundamental purpose of helping local citizens overcome obstacles to creating a better future is much the same, but the name has been United Way of the Midlands (UWM) since 1975, the organization now serves the entire greater metro area, and the funding distribution model has evolved.

“One of the things that we’re most proud of is that we really bring people together — whether it’s businesses, not-for-profit foundations, government, or individuals — to work together to ensure that our health and human services programs have the resources they need to address some of our biggest challenges in the community,” said President and CEO Shawna Forsberg. “One of the things I think people might not understand about United Way is that we fund a ton of very important programs, but we also do direct services. So, it really is looking at the entire community, identifying where needs are and leaning into that, whether it’s finding a program that addresses a need or delivering that service.”

In the early years, as The Community Chest and, later, United

Community Services, the organization raised thousands of dollars annually for its member agencies. Most recently, UWM raised $40 million in a campaign year to support programs and direct services addressing social and economic disparities and essential needs from nutrition and housing to physical and mental health services and employment preparedness.

Thousands of individual donors, many through workplace giving campaigns organized for more than 600 employers, along with corporate and foundation donors support more than 150 programs of over a hundred nonprofit agencies.

“You’re going to know best in your community the nuances of what that community needs,” Forsberg said. “United Way only works if there’s a lot of people coming together — donors, people on the front lines delivering the services, the volunteer hours. I think that’s the beauty of it: it’s a community-led organization.”

UWM is part of a larger organization, United Way Worldwide.

“We’re part of the largest nonprofit in the country, but we’re independent 501(c)(3)s. I think it’s like the secret sauce for United Way because you take advantage of everything that a large organization has: best practices, connection, professional development, branding,” Forsberg said. “But the

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We identify where challenges are at and figure out the best way to fund and address those challenges.

- SHAWNA FORSBERG, PRESIDENT AND CEO, UNITED WAY OF THE MIDLANDS

work is done at the community level. All of us have our own 501(c)(3) designation. We have our own governing board. Really, the decisions are made at the local level with top leaders from that community.”

In 2012, a committee of local leaders explored the area’s needs and UWM’s role in the community. A strategic plan emerged to expand fundraising and launch an open grant process, which made more organizations eligible to apply for funding. The Community Care Fund allocates dollars toward a variety of programs in what the organization calls a Circle of Support, and awards are determined by a review committee of subject-matter experts and other volunteers.

“We’re able to not only support those amazing 32 (member agencies) that were partners with us forever but also invest in programs that are doing new and innovative things that maybe weren’t in that long tenure with United Way. I think that was a really smart change,” Forsberg said.

“We’ve really diversified how we fund and we also have really expanded some direct service programs. It’s allowed us to be community-impact driven. We identify where challenges are at and figure out the best way to fund and address those challenges.”

For instance, UWM’s 211 Helpline, a free service that provides multiple channels for individuals to seek assistance, now serves both the entire state of Nebraska and the entire state of Iowa.

“I don’t know that those things would have occurred if we wouldn’t have really changed directions back in 2012,” Forsberg said.

In 2019, JAG Nebraska was established in collaboration with Governor Pete Ricketts and the Nebraska Department of Labor to help students

develop skill sets to overcome challenges in the classroom that later translate to personal and career success. In 2020, UWM began partnering with the Omaha World-Herald to administer the longtime Goodfellows fundraising program. In 2022, together with Mayor Jean Stothert and the city of Omaha, UWM was selected to distribute $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to agencies in the metro area.

“We’re very, very proud of our heritage. But I think where United Ways do the best work is that they’re very entrepreneurial and adaptive to what that community needs,” Forsberg said. “When we had flooding in 2019, we raised extra money, we were very intentional about funding programs that help families get back on their feet. When the pandemic happened, we actually reevaluated the investments that we had, and we worked with agencies to switch dollars to things that were really needed during the pandemic. You don’t want to be complacent. You really want to, as an organization, be listening and learning and have that continuous-learning mindset so that we can make the most of the previous treasure that people invest in the community through us.

UWM had a lot to celebrate in its 100th anniversary year, and corporate sponsors stepped up to allow the organization to host several community events.

“We wanted to showcase the amazing programs that we have the joy of funding. The work they do on the front lines to help stabilize families every day is just simply amazing. We wanted to be able to celebrate that because sometimes you only hear the negative,” Forsberg said. “There’s a lot of good going on. And you want people to have hope.”

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United Way of the Midlands CELEBRATING A CENTURY OF HELPING OTHERS

1923 – Local citizens and community leaders banded together to create United Way of the Midlands’ prototype, The Community Chest. United Way was, and still is, dedicated to the community’s needs, by investing dollars in local health and human services programs that make the most impact. In its first year, funds were allocated among 32 participating nonprofit agencies.

2002-10 – UWM’s 211 Helpline expanded from four counties in 2002 to covering the entire state by 2010. In 2003, the 211 Call Center was accredited for the first time by the Alliance of Information & Referral Systems, and in 2010 the State of Nebraska funded 211 to take “Safe Haven” calls.

2012 – A committee of local leaders explored the area’s needs and UWM’s role in the community. This led to a transformational strategic plan that called for expanded fundraising and the establishment of an open grant process – allowing more nonprofits to apply for funding and partner with UWM to meet defined goals and community needs. Since this reset, UWM’s strategy continues to evolve through community-led strategic plans every three years.

1920s – From the beginning, a strong network of human services was essential to address interconnected needs in the community. For decades, UWM called the members of this network “red feather agencies.” The red feather was part of fundraising and campaign efforts, and organizations receiving UWM funding proudly displayed a red feather as a symbol of this partnership.

1933-34 – With the introduction of federal relief programs, The Community Chest temporarily shifted its focus to those unable to receive government aid. The organization’s 1934 annual campaign lasted 10 days with a goal to raise $554,800.

1940s – Women of the metro have always played an important role with UWM, raising funds and identifying issues.

2019 – During the catastrophic flooding, UWM worked to help with aid and recovery efforts – raising over $1 million and making statewide pay-outs, setting up a temporary call center for FEMA, taking disaster reports for NEMA and more.

1950 – Omaha was one of the few communities to pioneer a national model for a single organization dedicated to all facets of nonprofit fundraising and program investment…and the organization became United Community Services.

1966 – “Volunteerism” was added to the organization’s mission, increasing opportunities for the community to participate in supporting the cause.

1972 – The “Citizen of the Year” award was established to recognize individuals for their commitment and dedication to the community.

1975 – The organization officially became United Way of the Midlands.

1987 – UWM combined forces with United Way of Council Bluffs to expand fundraising efforts in the greater metro area, and also created a partnership with the Combined Health Agencies Drive (CHAD).

1998 – The Court-Referred Community Service Program (CRCSP) was created. This program, with support from Douglas County, refers criminal offenders to agencies for completion of judge-ordered community service.

2019 – JAG Nebraska is established in collaboration with Governor Pete Ricketts and the State of Nebraska. An evidenced-based, for-credit classroom elective, JAG helps students develop skillsets to overcome barriers to graduation – while setting them up for success in the classroom, workplace and life.

Also in 2019, Senator Mike McDonnell made funding for the 211 Helpline his priority bill in the Nebraska Legislature and created a public-private partnership.

1941 – Built upon a mutual desire to create a better, stronger and more vibrant community – a partnership was established with the Omaha Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO to work together and strengthen the metro area for generations to come.

1987 – The Tocqueville Society was established. The charter group included 12 members whose vision and belief in the community spurred others to join and give.

2015 – The Corporate Partners of the Year awards are established to recognize organizations that go above and beyond to support UWM and our community.

2020 – UWM partnered with the Omaha World-Herald to administer the Goodfellows program. Also in 2020, we expanded our partnership with MUD and OPPD through the 211 Helpline for utilities assistance and secured CARES funding for housing stability needs.

2021 – UWM partnered with the Metro Area Continuum of Care for the Homeless (MACCH) in the distribution of the City of Omaha’s $22 million grant from the U.S. Department of Treasury Emergency Rental Assistance fund. These funds helped Omaha citizens who needed rental and utility assistance due to the pandemic.

2022 – Through a partnership with Mayor Jean Stothert and the City of Omaha, UWM was selected to distribute $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to agencies in the metro area.

Today, UWM continues to serve the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro by bridging the business and not-for-profit sectors to create a Circle of Support that helps our neighbors overcome difficult challenges and start building a better future. For fiscal year 2021-22, UWM raised $36 million to support programs and direct services that address social and economic disparities and meet families’ essential needs such as healthy food, safe and stable housing, physical and mental health services, career preparation and job training.

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With heartfelt gratitude, we congratulate our 2023 Citizen of the Year and all of our 2022 Corporate Campaign Award winners who were recognized at United Way of the Midlands’ Annual Meeting. It takes a community coming together to help those who need it most, and we are grateful for all of our corporate partners and individuals who have gone above and beyond to give back and make our community stronger.

2023 Citizen of the Year This year’s award recipient is Henry Davis, CEO of Greater Omaha Packing. Through his support of United Way and many other nonprofit organizations in the metro, he is making our community a better place.

2022 Corporate Campaign Awards • Volunteer Organization of the Year – WoodmenLife • New Business Partner of the Year – KETV • Corporate Partner of the Year, Leadership Donors – Physicians Mutual & Scoular • Corporate Partner of the Year, Under 100 employees – Zachry • Corporate Partner of the Year, 101-199 employees – KPMG • Corporate Partner of the Year, 200-799 employees – Security National Bank • Corporate Partner of the Year, 800+ employees – OPPD & Werner

To learn more about United Way of the Midlands and how you can get involved, go to:

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TOURISM AWARDS

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United Way of the Midlands SHOWCASES COMMUNITY IMPACT

What: United Way of the Midlands 2023 Annual Meeting When: October 20, 2023 Where: Hilton Omaha - Downtown Why: To celebrate 100 years of serving the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro and recognize our corporate partners and individuals who have gone above and beyond to support our community.

Event Summary: During its Annual Meeting, UWM presented a program celebrating 100 years of UWM helping others and the impact donor investments and volunteer efforts are making in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro. Nine area organizations were also recognized for their generous support during the 2022-23 campaign with the Campaign Partner of the Year Awards. Plus, Henry Davis, CEO of Greater Omaha Packing, was honored as the 2023 Citizen of the Year.

Special Guests: Dr. John O’Keefe with the Nebraska Department of Labor; State Senator Mike McDonnell; Councilman Pete Festersen; Mayor Jean Stothert and her Chief of Staff, Tom Warren.

Attendance: 600+ Sponsors: WoodmenLife, Pacific Life Foundation, Baxter, Mutual of Omaha, Scoular, Children’s Nebraska, Lindsay, Zachry, FNBO, Security National Bank, Valmont, ConAgra, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska, HDR, Nebraska Medicine, Nebraska Total Care, KPMG, Tenaska, Deloitte

2023 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR, HENRY DAVIS, RECEIVING HIS AWARD FROM THE 2022 CITIZENS OF THE YEAR, JULIE AND LANCE FRITZ.

Mission: United Way of the Midlands UNITES our community’s CARING SPIRIT to build a STRONGER tomorrow.

About: For 100 years, United Way of the Midlands (UWM) has served the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro by bridging the business and not-for-profit sectors to create a Circle of Support that helps our neighbors overcome difficult challenges and start building a better future.

UWM’s funded programs and direct services address social and economic disparities and meet families’ essential needs such as healthy food, safe and stable housing, physical and mental health services, career preparation and job training.

For more information: (402) 342-8232, www.UnitedWayMidlands.org

UNITED WAY OF THE MIDLANDS STAFF AT THEIR 2023 ANNUAL MEETING.

OMAHA MAYOR JEAN STOTHERT WITH SHAWNA FORSBERG, UWM PRESIDENT AND CEO.

2023-24 UWM CAMPAIGN CHAIRS, ROB AND STACIE REED WITH SHAWNA FORSBERG, UWM PRESIDENT AND CEO.

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2022-23 UWM CAMPAIGN CHAIRS, TERRI AND TIM BURKE.

MIDLANDS BUSINESS JOURNAL PHOTOGRAPHY BY CARA YATES

CHRISTINA FAZZONE, HENRY DAVIS, LANCE & JULIE FRITZ AND MIKE DRURY AT UWM’S ANNUAL MEETING.

TOGETHER INC. STAFF WHO ATTENDED THE UWM ANNUAL MEETING.

UWM VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR, WOODMENLIFE.

NEW BUSINESS PARTNER OF THE YEAR, KETV.

CORPORATE PARTNER OF THE YEAR - LEADERSHIP DONORS, PHYSICIANS MUTUAL.

CORPORATE PARTNER OF THE YEAR - LEADERSHIP DONORS, SCOULAR.

CORPORATE PARTNER OF THE YEAR UNDER 100 EMPLOYEES, ZACHRY.

CORPORATE PARTNER OF THE YEAR - 100 TO 199 EMPLOYEES, KPMG.

CORPORATE PARTNER OF THE YEAR - 200 TO 799 EMPLOYEES, SECURITY NATIONAL BANK.

CORPORATE PARTNER OF THE YEAR - 800+ EMPLOYEES, OPPD.

CORPORATE PARTNER OF THE YEAR - 800+ EMPLOYEES, WERNER.

2023-24 UWM CAMPAIGN CHAIRS STACIE AND ROB REED WITH UWM BOARD MEMBER GLADYS HARRISON.

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Giving in the Heartland

CORPORATE GIVING & philanthropy

NONPROFITS NEED GENEROSITY NOW MORE THAN EVER

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PRESIDENT AND CEO, OMAHA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

While giving is often characterized as a thread within the fabric of our communities, Giving Tuesday this Nov. 28 is a reminder to give generously, especially as nonprofits are facing unprecedented challenges. The need within our community has only grown, and now is the time to step up.

Generous Teamwork

For Centris Federal Credit Union, there has been an increase in employee volunteerism this year – to the tune of 1,000-plus hours across 35 company-sponsored activities – as well as requests for volunteers from the many nonprofits that the credit union partners with, according to Dawn Gonzales, vice president

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“The change that stands out the most is the increase in requests for in-person financial education for teens and adults,” Gonzales said. “This is a focus for Centris, and we welcome the opportunity to teach people about money management and tools that will help them keep more of their money.”

When addressing notable changes, Gonzales also underscored that the need for volunteers is “greater than ever.”

“The workforce has changed and studies show that employee engagement increases when employees can volunteer for a few hours during the workday,” she added. “We have seen this at Centris and will continue to encourage our employees to volunteer for nonprofits that they can be passionate about.”

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DAWN GONZALES, VP, COMMUNITY RELATIONS, CENTRIS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION CENTRIS EMPLOYEES EMILY MEADOR AND JULIE CROCKETT VOLUNTEERING AT CRESTRIDGE ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL TO CLEAN UP THE ENTRANCE OF THE SCHOOL AND A PORTION OF THE PLAYGROUND. (COURTESY OF CENTRIS)

Greater Need

As Stephanie Sullivan, assistant director of marketing and communications put it, the Food Bank For The Heartland’s mission can only thrive through the ongoing support and the generosity of the community.

“Monetary donations were up more than 20% in [fiscal year 2023], with individuals/households accounting for more than 40% of all monetary donations made to the Food Bank,” Sullivan said.

“We also saw the average gift size from organizations increase by more than $1,000 in [fiscal year 2023].”

Volunteer hours donated during the same time reportedly rose by 20% to 39,900 hours.

“This is a direct testament to the giving spirit of the Heartland — and their compassion to help neighbors in need — during unprecedented times,” Sullivan stated.

Citing a recent USDA report, she noted that food insecurity in Nebraska stands at 12.1%, exceeding the national average of 11.2%.

“While we’re thrilled to report higher numbers of giving in the fiscal year 2023, we saw a significant decrease in donations in the fiscal year 2022 coming out of the pandemic,” Sullivan explained.

“As our country, and the Heartland, have become acclimated to a new normal, people have returned to their pre-pandemic philanthropic priorities, not realizing the insurmountable need we’re still facing.”

In fact, Sullivan said that the Food Bank is serving four times the number of households now versus in 2018.

“The lingering effects of the pandemic coupled with inflation have devastated Heartland neighbors — resulting in more people than ever turning to the Food Bank and our partners for food assistance,” she said.

Donna Kush, president and CEO of the Omaha Community Foundation, noted the impact of the shift back from pandemic-era funding.

“Nonprofits continue to address issues exacerbated by the pandemic, like shortages in mental health care and food insecurity,” Kush said. “Nonprofits received relief funding through PPP loans, CARES Act, and ARPA, but those one-time infusions are gone and nonprofits are faced with inflation and struggling with their own increased costs, high staff turnover and budget deficits.”

Additionally, she said there is increased competition for limited funding with new projects and programs.

“In a recent SHARE Omaha survey, the majority of nonprofit respondents report that their fundraising is down in 2023,” said Teresa Mardesen, executive director of SHARE Omaha.

The Silver Lining?

“Over 80% said they need fewer than 200 new $100 donors to meet the needs of their nonprofit mission before the end of the year,” Mardesen said. “If you’ve felt the pull to help a cause you care about, now is the time to raise your hand and offer your support.”

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Sullivan encouraged getting involved with the Food Bank’s Shine the Light on Hunger campaign, spearheaded by the Conagra Brands Foundation, which is going on now through the end of the year.

“To encourage the public’s participation in the campaign, every gift made before December 31 will be matched up to $245,000,” CONTINUED

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NONPROFITS NEED GENEROSITY NOW MORE THAN EVER The lingering effects of the pandemic coupled with inflation have devastated Heartland neighbors — resulting in more people than ever turning to the Food Bank and our partners for food assistance.

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she noted. “The community can also donate non-perishable items while shopping at Baker’s and when visiting local arts and culture organizations this season.”

Sullivan said volunteering, too, is a fun and easy way to make a difference – with the Food Bank offering 11 shifts throughout the week.

Kush suggested opening a giving fund, which also offers immediate tax benefits.

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for our fundholders and help them amplify their impact,” she said.

Donating to OCF’s Let Good Grow fund aids efforts like helping former residents of Legacy Crossing apartments – a complex shut down by the city last year due to code violations.

Mardesen reinforced how Giving Tuesday is the biggest local giving day of the year.

“What if every Omaha area family set aside a tenth of what they would spend on holiday gifts and gave that amount to nonprofits they care about on Giving Tuesday in honor of their loved ones?” she said. “According to recent spending statistics Americans spend an average of $997 on holiday gifts so that could mean vital nonprofits would benefit by almost $100 from each person.”

At the time of this writing, early giving was open.

“Donors can enter donation code, GIVINGTUESDAY, at checkout at SHAREomaha.org to indicate their early participation,” Mardesen said.

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From Intern to Manager

BCBSNE EMPLOYEE FINDS CAREER SUCCESS DURING 15-YEAR JOURNEY An outsider looking in might raise and professional development opportunities that encourage employees to keep an eyebrow reading Lyndsay Williams’ learning and growing at every point in their career. title changes over the last 15 years.

Throughout her time with the company, Williams has served on the board of With roles in wellness, human resources YP Connect, an employee resource group that supports young professionals; taken (HR) and information services (IS), part in BCBSNE’s homegrown leadership program for team members interested in Williams has had a nontraditional career becoming a people leader; and completed an external leadership program. journey. One thing has stayed constant: “If you can prove yourself to individuals or show them what you’re made of, you Her employer, Blue Cross and Blue create a good reputation for yourself,” Williams said. “We’re all a walking billboard Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE). and have to remember to put our best foot forward.”

Williams first began working for During her tenure at BCBSNE, Williams has had many mentors, whether formal BCBSNE as a wellness intern. In this or informal, who’ve helped her create her personal billboard by leading by example. role, she gained a better understanding One mentor who’s made a lasting impression is Brenda Wichman, BCBSNE’s of what corporate wellness means to vice president of member and provider services. Williams said she looked up to a company that genuinely cares about Wichman when she started 15 years ago as an intern and continues to look up to LYNDSAY WILLIAMS its employees’ well-being. Williams’ Wichman for her leadership skills and how respected she is at the company. internship experience consisted of organizing wellness challenges, conducting fitness “Brenda knows how to be funny, silly and just have fun,” Williams said. “But assessments and even leading group exercise classes for her fellow coworkers. she knows how to take care of business, too. She’s showed me that being true to “I think the internal wellness program speaks volumes to Blue Cross as a company,” yourself is an important part of being a good leader, regardless of what position or Williams said. “They want to see their employees succeed and make sure they have department you’re in.” the resources and support to do that.”

As a people leader, Williams takes the ‘true to yourself’ mentality to heart when After her internship experience, Williams was asked to stay on the team in a working with her team, saying it’s important to get to know her team’s lives outside shared wellness and HR role. In her new role, Williams dove into various HR of work. This personal touch not only builds strong relationships but also helps her functions, including recruiting, hiring and clerical duties. understand how she can support her team members in their professional lives.

“I was happy to stay on and continue my career journey after my internship was Her years at BCBSNE, job titles and mentors have left Williams with some over,” Williams said. “Joining the HR team gave me the opportunity to learn and get valuable advice for the next generation of young professionals – stay humble, ask my foot in the door with a different side of the business while still keeping a pulse on questions and take chances. corporate wellness.”

“I think we get in our own way a lot of times,” Williams said. “Don’t be afraid to From there, Williams jumped around to different roles and departments, holding put yourself out there, even if you’re nervous or doubting your abilities. You never titles like health program support specialist and talent acquisition coordinator. know unless you try.”

Williams credits her journey to her love for BCBSNE. Williams said she’s grateful for the opportunities and support BCBSNE has given “When a recruiting position opened up, it just really made a lot of sense for me to her from her first day as a wellness intern to her current position as a manager. share my love for Blue Cross with other professionals,” Williams said.

“Whenever anyone is like All her roles and experiences landed her a position on the IS team leading 17 ‘You’re really still there?’ I members of Team Blue as a manager. say, ‘I’ve never had a reason “I truly believe every position prepared me for the next one,” Williams said. “There to leave,’” Williams said. was a reason I got the next position or promotion.”

“Blue Cross has been good Williams credits a part of her success to relationship building and putting her best to me. I love the people. I foot forward in every position. BCBSNE offers a variety of leadership, networking love the culture.”

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tea is the South anymore! The sweet “Well, I’m definitely not in surprised by the a serious note, I was a bit shoulder to shoulder.” to cities definitely different. But, on up a to get out there with folks, market here is very nice compared felt when Smith went out to clean vast reach of Omaha. The I have In Memphis, there were times realize I haven’t met everyone, the capital to pay a contractor. in Tennessee and, while I and I love it.” property. They didn’t have in Southern community “Working the by said. she myself,” overwhelmingly welcomed that last year “So, I went out and did it the process, I was the new role, Smith noted after nearly passing out in Regarding her priorities in strategic plan, and heat is pretty intense and, made several updates to its that I cared about the community the Land Bank leadership able to show the neighbors reach of the organization it to the full extent of diversified and address and awareness solution a including increased would do my best to find transparent about this work and will be and its operations. and thriving my ability. I’m truly passionate solution.”

Omaha to create sustainable work just as hard to find a “It is our hope to empower of problem about our capacity, but will equitable transformation ving drew Smith to community communities through the That knack for problem-sol intermediary for community development in the first place. properties, and serve as a pathways for development and land banking answer isn’t that land banking “creates problems where maybe the Omaha,” she said, noting vacancy “I’ve always loved solving through addressing systemic that’s become a bit of a economy something it’s local the and stimulating immediately apparent she added. by the issues at its core.

Olivia focal point in my career,” the community’s needs. Informed and been drawn to the character “We are looking to support In fact, Smith said she’s always it is my priority to learn, listen Scandal. strategic plan we aim to implement, a land bank Pope from the television series right solutions key differences that distinguish this knack for finding the be present. It’s one of the “She shares this same drive, is crucial for success, I discovered that outreach skills that were know We “Those said. from a real estate business. to complex problems,” Smith been that ‘heart’ work.” to help the communities I’ve I are committed to doing and leverage team could I the and quickly organization the pretty challenges plans, Smith said a distinct passion for addressing As the OMLB builds its outreach and resources to put on more privileged to serve. I have -led for sponsors regarding the community is always on the look-out through innovative solutions, “My proudest moment was and community programs. economic development industry.” and the need for affordabl being able to address both warm introductions to companies she a policy needshe continued, goes against the world of “profitable “We also would love any e housing development Land banking, challenge for Smith land deposit program, by standing about the Land Bank’s mission,” t,” adding another level of a developmen the first in the state,” nonprofits to spread the word estate up ’s needs. How can we she said. real capture and operation “I was are here to support the community long-term benefit and “We alize the legislative intent stated. to solve.also able to complex for the community’s behind why BAMland created. This all depended marries my passion for solving make the most of our assets “Naturally, was banking heavily on building true s?”

– a natural fit for me,” accounting communitie and and nonprofits and, again, legal partnersh for neighbors love to ipswith withmy reduce harm operations problems we directly addressed Land Bank is limited to a policy need.” said.

At BAM, she discovere Currently, Smith said, the Smith skills and d just how importan at BAM, Smith applied her t relationshBefore driving change. ips are her and resources. to pioneering efforts an organization that served as a we are going to to support the mission if BLDG Memphis, “Everyone brings value “But we will need everyone to developing our commun passion toward t corporations (CDCs). landscape,” she said. officials to neighbors, to community developmen ity,resource change the conversation and she from elected involved with you never know when policy, and advocacy support,” work, Smith was previously those relationsh will come into play,” Outside of her day-to-day Urban “Weipsoffered capacity-building, the Smith explained. “I have Memphis) and the Memphis me to identify the needs of (ULI allowed Institute position Land “This g experienc Urban repairing fraught relationsh the eexplained. that experience by implementin s. ips to get to the ultimate and I was able to leverage League Young Professional goalcommunity, to support and I’m willing organization that worked banking work.”

“I supported a nonprofit through solutions through my land ing and emerging businesses an Memphis’ young up-and-com to launch their business through tions in Omaha mentoring as they prepared dancing and I had Latin Accelerating Connec Smith as Shannon Snow’s love I “Also, added. t accelerator program,” she In March, the OMLB announced entities to to work with a riverside developmen which partners with community we an opportunity to volunteer in turn, successor of the nonprofit, engagement program, where and deliver affordable housing, corporation on their community d’s offering free classes and revitalize distressed properties neighborhoo summer, the the during unlocking lots and hosted Tropical Thursdays reducing the number of vacant social dancing.”

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November Update NONPROFITS CELEBRATE PROGRAMS THE FIRST COHORT OF GRADUATES FROM THE GIRLS REF THE WORLD ACADEMY. (COURTESY OF EPIC FOR GIRLS)

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EPIC for Girls, an organization dedicated to empowering girls of color through sports, education, and mentorship, recently celebrated its first cohort of Girls Ref the World (GRoW) Academy. The group of young women completed a program designed to boost their careers in sports officiating. The graduation ceremony, which took place Nov. 9 at the Village Empowerment Center, featured leaders in the sports industry and speaker Brenda Council.

Participants in GRoW Academy are between the ages of 14 and 24 and reside in North or South Omaha. EPIC for Girls partnered with Jeffrey Williams of J’s Braintrust to launch the program.

The four-week course was funded by the James E. Semerad Foundation and grant funding from The Simple Foundation Crime Prevention & Intervention program.

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A vending machine designed to help those in need has arrived at Westroads Mall. Located near Santa Claus in the Von Maur courtyard, The Giving Machine is part of the #LightTheWord campaign under the sponsorship of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Members of the community can visit the vending machine now through Nov. 28 to donate items such as clothing, food, medicine, baby items and livestock. Local charities participating include: One World, Sienna Francis House, House of Bah, Catholic Charities, Foster Care Closet of Nebraska, iDE, American Red Cross and Mentors International.

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Youth Emergency Services (YES) was scheduled to have a groundbreaking ceremony on Nov. 27 at 575 S. 28th St. in Omaha. As part of the organization’s capital campaign, YES will commemorate its 50th anniversary by setting out to raise $12.6 million to reach its $28 million goal. YES, an organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of homelessness for youth, aims to consolidate nine sites into a centralized campus that will include 40 affordable housing units.

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BY THE OMAHA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Clients coming to you at the end of the year want to ensure they are in the best possible financial situation heading into tax season. This proactive approach not only ensures legal compliance but optimizes tax benefits. By reviewing their finances and planning ahead, you can identify potential deductions, credits, and strategies – including a number of charitable giving options – to minimize your clients’ tax liability. Below are some charitable giving options to discuss with your clients.

Charitable Bunching

Since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 significantly increased the standard deduction, charitable bunching has become a popular, tax-savvy strategy for many people.

By bunching several years’ worth of charitable contributions into a single tax year, your clients may surpass the standard deduction threshold, potentially maximizing their tax benefit.

Charitable bunching can be particularly beneficial if your client plans to donate highly appreciated assets, such as stock. Your client can take advantage of the charitable deduction while also potentially avoiding capital gains taxes on the appreciated assets.

Donor Advised Funds, like those offered at the Omaha Community Foundation, are great tools for charitable bunching. Your clients can donate the bunched amount into the fund, then distribute the funds over several years. Because the funds in Donor Advised Funds are invested, the amount has the potential to grow, as well, potentially creating more money that can be directed to support the nonprofits your clients choose.

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Upcoming changes to the federal estate tax exemption may affect your high-net-worth

clients. In 2023, the per-person federal estate tax exemption is $12.92 million. Without Congressional action, that number will drop to $7 million at the end 2025. Donating assets such as real estate, business interests, stock, retirement accounts, or annuities can reduce the value of the estate.

Assets donated to a Donor Advised Fund or other type of fund at the Omaha Community Foundation can be used to support your client’s church, alma mater, or other causes closest to their heart.

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First-time clients coming to you at the end of the year might need tax solutions quickly.

A Donor Advised Fund or Charitable Checkbook fund at the Omaha Community Foundation are great solutions. By donating to a fund at OCF, your clients can receive the tax deductions for 2023, then take time to determine which causes or nonprofit organizations they want to support in the coming years.

Please contact our Donor Services team at 402-3423458 or giving@omahafoundation.org to learn more about charitable giving options and strategies.

Disclaimer: This article provides an overview of the possible tax advantages of various types of charitable donations and is not intended to provide tax or legal guidance. The Omaha Community Foundation recommends discussing these strategies with an accountant, financial advisor or attorney.

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Amy Dang WEST GATE BANK® WELCOMES DANG The West Gate Bank® Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Amy Dang as a Mortgage Loan Officer. Dang will work with clients to find the best mortgage products for their needs, build customized solutions for brokers and clients, and assist with the mortgage origination process.

Amy Dang is located at West Gate Bank Center and can be reached at 402-323-8923 or via email at adang@westgate.bank.

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Y Mr. Martens joins the organization Josie Rodrigu with ez, BS, MHA, was and is ready to 17 years of senior position HCAN named Chief of Diversi care experience for OneWorld Commu as a premier provide ty, Equity and Inclusio services to individ nity Health Centers r of non-medical uals in the greate n . The position was and prioritize diversit r Lincoln and Sarpy/ created to increas y, equity and inclusio Cass markets. e n efforts as OneWo grow.

Mr. Martens is rld continues to an active membe r of the Nebraska Healthcare and Association for Hospice and a diplom Home Originally from central atic advocate for Throughout his Nebraska, Josie senior care issues. combined 17 years holds a Bachelor Service Administration in the senior care with the senior of Science in Human and a industr Master population. “Senio y, he has grown of Science in Healthc from Bellevue Univers r care is my career passionate about different than workin are Administration ity. Josie worked and my life. I don’t working g with seniors. for the State of Nebras During her time see myself doing I thoroughly enjoy with the State, she ka for 30 years. anything it,” he says. worked for the Nebras Medicaid, Childre While senior care ka Department of n and Family Service is the service HCAN Health and Human s, Public Health 2011, she rejoine Services in and the Office of offers, Mr. Marten “Our number one d DHHS in the Office the Nebraska Attorne s is also an advoca core value is to of Health Dispari pursue the genuin y General. In te for caregivers. ties and Health Equity.

Caregivers, they e success of others. will feel valued Josie also served If we do this well , love their jobs, on the board of the and provide incredi with our People Josie ble ’s Health care said to our clients.” she has always Center, now Blueste Mr. Martens is admired Federally also a huge propon m Health, in Lincoln to those who need Qualified Health ent of working in , Nebras of the ways we ka. it Centers for providin most, and as a Latina, tandem with other can best care for g health care service number of Latinos the opportunity to non-medical agenci seniors is to partne we are in a critical s is a great fit for her. work for an organiz es. “One r with like-minded labor crisis so partne ation that serves agencies. It’s no seniors are receivi a large ring client care secret that with other trusted ng all the care they With her vast experie providers helps need.” nce and knowledge to ensure in and workin advoca g to ting addres To learn more about for diversity and s health disparit inclusion, Josie ies, advancing health HCAN careers, inclusion strateg said she is looking partnerships, or equity ies to advance OneWo forward to using in-home care, please rld’s mission. diversity, equity contact us. and “We are working HOME CAR to create a diverse E , equitable and inclusiv they belong,” said 402-287-617ADVOCACY NETWOR e organizational Josie. “OneWorld K OF LINC culture where everyon has an internal LGBTQ EMAIL: TMA 1 OLN AND want to get to know e feels SAR + Task RTEN everyon PY Force and an Employ e in these groups S@HCANNEB WEBSITE: let people know ee Council, and I and engage with RASKA.COM WWW.HCANTH that leadership values team membe WWW.HCANTH rs at every location RIVE every employee . I want to and that at OneWo RIVE.COM/LIN .COM/SARPY OR rld, everyone has COLN a voice.”

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EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF RISK OFFICE Shawn Bengtson R was appointed Executive Vice Preside security, investm nt and Chief Risk ent underwriting, Officer, effective physical proper Enterprise Risk, ty security, busine July 1, 2022. She Security, and Proper ss continuity, corpora will lead Woodm ty & Facility divisio enLife’s expand te insurance retenti ns. ed risk management on, and current “Risk reaches into efforts in cyber and forecasted many areas of the business risks.

She will also lead business world a strong leader, and is constantly the WoodmenLife will evolving,” said be well positioned WoodmenLife Preside to not only handle nt & CEO, Patrick the current risk Bengtson started L. Dees. environ “By ment her career with ensuring our Risk but also be prepar WoodmenLife in Management efforts from University ed for the future.

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Michael Henkenius UNION BANK & TRUST PROMOTES HENKENIUS Union Bank & Trust (UBT) is pleased to announce that it has promoted Michael Henkenius to Vice President – Trust Officer in the Personal Trust and Wealth Management department. With 26 years of banking experience, Henkenius will continue to work with clients to fulfill their wealth management, estate, and trust needs.

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Mark Fahleson FAHLESON INDUCTED INTO COLLEGE OF LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAWYERS

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GROSS WELCH MARKS CLARE CONTINUES TO GROW Gross Welch Marks Clare has long been a respected law firm known for its commitment to excellence. The firm has worked to enhance its capabilities and expertise through a series of strategic moves.

In 2022, two longstanding Omaha law firms, Gross & Welch (founded in 1927) and Marks Clare & Richards (founded in 1933) merged to establish Gross Welch Marks Clare. This union combined the experience of both firms while building on the wide range of services that each firm offered. The merger enabled Gross & Welch and Marks Clare & Richards to meet the diverse needs of their clients while upholding their long-established commitments to personalized service.

Shortly after the merger, the firm began its second phase of growth. Effective May 1, 2023, the firm merged with Badura & Wintz, further broadening its range of practice areas. With this recent merger, Dan Wintz and Margaret Badura provide additional estate planning and elder law services, complementing the established services already offered by Gross Welch Marks Clare.

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HBE LLP RECOGNIZED FOR EQUITY LEADERSHIP FOR NINTH YEAR IN A ROW

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LINCOLN, NE (November 14, 2023) – HBE LLP is pleased to announce that for the ninth consecutive year, they have been named to the Accounting MOVE Project’s 2023 Best Firms for Equity Leadership and 2023 Best Firms for Women. With women leading 44% of the firm, HBE is one of the 13 firms awarded with both honors nationwide.

“Being recognized for the ninth consecutive year as one of the Best Firms for Equity Leadership and Best Firms for Women is a testament to our unwavering commitment to creating a supportive environment where all of our associates can thrive, regardless of gender, age, race, or other diversity,” stated Scott Becker, Managing Partner of HBE. “Through our core values centered on integrity, respect, and teamwork, we will continue to support and advance flexible leadership pathways built upon unique contributions and talents.”

The MOVE methodology investigates the factors proven to be essential for career success: Money, Opportunity, Vital supports, and Entrepreneurship. HBE emphasizes employment programs proven to retain mid-career women, including phased return to work for new parents, remote-work opportunities, work-life supports for busy season, and coaching to help managers lead teams based on productivity, not face time.

About HBE LLP HBE is a leading provider of professional accounting and consulting services throughout Nebraska. Operating from multiple office locations in Lincoln, Norfolk, and Omaha, the firm offers a complete range of financial management services for businesses, not-for-profit and governmental organizations, specialty industries, and individuals. These services include specialized advisory, tax, audit, data analytics, business valuations, outsourced accounting and CFO solutions, personal financial planning, and wealth management. For more information, including current career opportunities, please visit www.hbecpa.com.

About the Accounting MOVE Project Since 2010, the Accounting MOVE Project has measured and supported the advancement of women at accounting and consulting firms. MOVE is the only annual benchmarking project that both counts and advocates for women in the profession. Firms receive benchmarking reports based on the MOVE Project. The Equity Leadership list recognizes firms that have achieved that milestone through any combination of culture, programs, initiatives, and growth.

HBE LLP PHONE: 402-423-4343 EMAIL: INFO@HBECPA.COM WEBSITE: HTTPS://HBECPA.COM Page 24 • November 24, 2023

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NOTICE IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NEBRASKA TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Notice is hereby given that Jennifer Michael Schnitker has filed a Petition for Name Change, which Petition requests that the Petitioner’s name be changed from “Jennifer Michael Schnitker” to “Jennifer Michael”. The hearing on said Petition for Name Change is scheduled to be heard before the Honorable W. Russell Bowie of the Douglas County District Court, Courtroom # 505, 5th floor on the 4th day of January 2024 at 10:15 a.m. at the Douglas County Courthouse, 1701 Farnam Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68183.

Jennifer Michael Schnitker, Petitioner BY: Brent M. Kuhn #19072 Haley L. Cannon #27305 BRENT KUHN LAW 900 South 75th Street, Suite B Omaha, Nebraska 68114 (402) 397-0200 brent@bren​tkuhnlaw.com Attorneys for Petitioner First publication November 24, 2023, final December 15, 2023 Erin K. Artz, Attorney LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 LEGAL NOTICE In the District Court of Douglas County, Nebraska Case No. CI 23-8130 In re Name Change of Lu Ann Dugger Leary, Petitioner.

Notice is hereby given that a petition has been filed by Lu Ann Dugger Leary, the object and prayer of which is for the change of Petitioner’s name from Lu Ann Dugger Leary to LuAnn Dugger.

A hearing on this petition will be held on November 30, 2023, at 2:30 p.m. before the Honorable Kimberly M. Pankonin in Courtroom No. 408 in the District Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. The courthouse is located at 1701 Farnam Street, Omaha NE. At the hearing, unless sufficient cause is shown to the contrary, the petitioner’s name will be changed from Lu Ann Dugger Leary to LuAnn Dugger.

Lu Ann Dugger Leary, Petitioner First publication November 3, 2023, final November 24, 2023

NOTICE IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SARPY COUNTY, NEBRASKA DAVID FITZGERALD PIPER, Plaintiff, VS. ANGELA MARIE PUGSLEY, Defendant.

CASE NO. CI 23 1851 To Angela Marie Pugsley: You are notified that a Complaint for custody, visitation and support has been filed in the District Court for Sarpy County, Nebraska, Case No. CI 23 1851, naming you as the Defendant in this action. The attorney for the Plaintiff is Leslie A. Christensen, whose address is 1941 South 13th Street, Omaha NE 68108. That attorney’s telephone number is (402) 934-6420; facsimile number (402) 934-6430.

You must serve a motion or answer on or before January 8, 2024, with the District Court of Sarpy County, Nebraska. If you do not, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023

KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O. , Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ ION OF MEDIA MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS INC. 1. The name of the Corporation is Media Management Systems Inc. 2. The Corporation is authorized to issue 10,000 shares having a par value of $0.01 each.

3. The Registered Office of the Corporation is: 9529 Davenport Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68114, and the Registered Agent at such address is Andrew B. Ruback.

4. The corporate existence began on November 9, 2023, when Articles of Incorporat​ion were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State.

5. The name and address of the Incorporator is: Brian L. Harr, 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023

NOTICE OF DIVORCE PROCEEDING CI 23-5528 Meliaa Burrows v. Antoine Burrows TO: Antoine M. Burrows, whose whereabouts are unknown Upon whom personal service of summons cannot be had, and is the Defendant in said proceedings: You are notified that on July 14, 2023, the Plaintiff, Meliaa Burrows, filed a Complaint against you in the District Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, at case No. CI 23-5528, the object of which is to obtain a dissolution of marriage on the ground that the marriage is irretrieva​bly broken and to obtain an equitable division of the property, among other things.

You are required to Answer said Complaint on or before December 27, 2023 or said Complaint against you will be taken as true.

Meliaa Burrows Plaintiff First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023

LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Erin K. Artz, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF HANDLE WITH CARE, 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 HANDLE WITH CARE, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 6544 N. 34th Street, Omaha, NE 68112.

The name and address of the registered agent is Natalie Nichols, 6544 N. 34th Street, Omaha, NE 68112. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on September 22, 2023, and shall have perpetual duration.

The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement.

Lovette Dobson, Organizer First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023

NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF HP MAGNOLIA HC6, LLC Notice is hereby given that HP MAGNOLIA HC6, LLC (the “Company”) filed a Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 15, 2023 and is effective November 15, 2023. The name of the Registered Agent of the Company is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. Any person having claims against the Company must present such claim to the Registered Agent within five (5) years of the third publication of this Notice. Such claims must be in writing and should include the amount, date and description of items asked for on the claim.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF HAWTHORNE JAMES, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Hawthorne James, Inc., a Nebraska corporation (“Corporat​ ion”), has filed Articles of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 7, 2023. The terms and conditions of such dissolution are, in general, that all debts and obligations of the Corporation are to be fully paid and satisfied or adequate provision is to be made therefore. The President, David Tewes, will wind up and liquidate the Corporatio​n’s business and affairs. The Corporation has no assets or liabilities as of the date hereof.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF AUTUMN WOODS HC6, LLC Notice is hereby given that AUTUMN WOODS HC6, LLC (the “Company”), with Nebraska SOS Account No. 2308302730, filed a Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 17, 2023 and is effective November 17, 2023. The name of the Registered Agent of the Company is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. Any person having claims against the Company must present such claim to the Registered Agent within five (5) years of the third publication of this Notice. Such claims must be in writing and should include the amount, date and description of items asked for on the claim.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF RS MOBILE SERVICES, LLC RS MOBILE SERVICES, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), filed its STATEMENT OF DISSOLUTION with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 9, 2023. Persons with claims against the Company must present such claim to: Sean Kasada, 13935 Y Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68137. 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 of the third publication of this Notice of Dissolution.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 Page 25 • November 24, 2023­

LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF JOHNNY 300 800 AND 2, 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 Johnny 300 800 and 2, 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 November 17, 2023, and shall have perpetual duration.

The street address of the corporatio​n’s initial office is 2309 N 73rd St, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address of the incorporator and registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114.

LDM Business Services, Inc., Incorporator First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 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 Perseve​ ring Technical Development Services 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 Kathryn A. Glissman, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company.

Notice is hereby given that Rebar & Post Tension Installers, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 1252 County Road X, 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 Elias A Reza. Its registered agent is Elias A Reza and his office is located at 1252 County Road X, Fremont, NE 68025.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023

ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SHOP DOG FURNITURE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Shop Dog Furniture, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 12022 North 58th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68152 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 November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 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 Untitled Document, 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 Andrew P. Deaver, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 PACIFIC STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that CourtG36 LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 4504 Victoria Avenue, Papillion, Nebraska 68133. The Registered Agent of the Company is John Uhrich, 1325 S 101st Street Apt 203, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The Company was formed on November 3, 2023.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 PACIFIC STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that 518 Gertrude Street LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 4504 Victoria Avenue, Papillion, Nebraska 68133. The Registered Agent of the Company is John Uhrich, 1325 S 101st Street Apt 203, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The Company was formed on November 3, 2023.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 Charles E. Dorwart Charles E. Dorwart, P.C., L.L.O. 7305 Main Street, The Granary District Ralston, NE 68127 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kurz Innovations, L.L.C. has been incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its registered office located at 6472 S. 208th Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022.

The general nature of the business is to transact all lawful business for which a limited liability company may be incorporated under the Nebraska law including general services to the public. The company was incorporated on November 3, 2023, and shall have a perpetual existence. Its purpose is to provide general services to the public.

The affairs of the company are to be conducted by Member Managers as designated in the operating agreement.

William S. Kurz, Managing Member First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF JP & PC OF GI, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that JP & PC of GI, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 12325 Emmet Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68164. The Registered Agent of the Company is Paul G. Cech, 12325 Emmet Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68164.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF WHTH, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that WHTH, Inc. has been incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The corporation is authorized to issue 10,000 shares of common stock at a par value of $1.00 each.

The street address of the corporatio​n’s registered office is 12325 Emmet Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68164 and the name of its initial registered agent is Paul G. Cech. The name and street address of the incorporator of the corporation is Michael C. Schilken, 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023

MATTHEW T. PAYNE PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER, LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE MILESTONES DISABILITY SERVICE, INC. Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nonprofit Corporation Act, the Articles of Incorporat​ion of Milestones Disability Service, Inc. (the “Corporati​on”) have been amended in the following respects: Article I of the Articles of Incorporat​ion of the Corporation is hereby amended so that, as amended, said Article shall provide as follows: ARTICLE I. NAME: The name of the Corporation shall be Veritas Community Services, Inc. The Articles of Amendment were filed with the Secretary of State of Nebraska on November 8, 2023. In all other respects, the Articles of Incorporat​ion remain unchanged.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 PACIFIC STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that PacH33 LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 4504 Victoria Avenue, Papillion, Nebraska 68133. The Registered Agent of the Company is John Uhrich, 1325 S 101st Street Apt 203, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The Company was formed on November 3, 2023.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF HORNUNG FARMS, 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 Hornung Farms, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. 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 November 8, 2023, 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 November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION FOR HP APTS (GAS CITY) HC6, LLC A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for HP APTS (Gas City) HC6, LLC (the “Company”) on June 2, 2023. The address of the Company’s designated office is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address for the Company’s registered agent is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF OMAHA COWS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Omaha Cows, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 921 East 12th Street, Wahoo, Nebraska 68066. 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 November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION FOR LAKESIDE HC6, LLC A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for Lakeside HC6, LLC (the “Company”) on June 2, 2023. The address of the Company’s designated office is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address for the Company’s registered agent is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION FOR METRO OMAHA MOM, LLC A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for Metro Omaha Mom, LLC (the “Company”) on June 12, 2023. The address of the Company’s designated office is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address for the Company’s registered agent is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Midwest Mantras LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 16520 Adams Circle Omaha NE 68135. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Stephanie Beister, 16520 Adams Circle Omaha NE 68135.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION FOR BELLEVILLE PARK III HC6, LLC A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for Belleville Park III HC6, LLC (the “Company”) on June 2, 2023. The address of the Company’s designated office is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address for the Company’s registered agent is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 SCOTT D. JOCHIM, Attorney CROKER HUCK LAW FIRM 2120 S. 72nd Street, Suite 1200 Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF EAPETERSEN, LLC The name of the limited liability company is EAPetersen, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 2101 Petersen Drive, Papillion, NE 68046. The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is Croker, Huck, Kasher, DeWitt, Anderson & Gonderinger, LLC, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 ORGANIZATION FOR KEY COMMUNITIES 6, LLC A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for Key Communities 6, LLC (the “Company”) on January 9, 2023. The address of the Company’s designated office is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address for the Company’s registered agent is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION FOR AUTUMN WOODS HC6, LLC A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for Autumn Woods HC6, LLC (the “Company”) on August 8, 2023. The address of the Company’s designated office is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address for the Company’s registered agent is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 MATTHEW T. PAYNE PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER, LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE MILESTONES DISABILITY SERVICE, INC. Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nonprofit Corporation Act, the Articles of Incorporat​ion of Milestones Disability Service, Inc. (the “Corporati​on”) have been amended in the following respects: Article I of the Articles of Incorporat​ion of the Corporation is hereby amended so that, as amended, said Article shall provide as follows: ARTICLE I. NAME: The name of the Corporation shall be Veritas Community Services, Inc. The Articles of Amendment were filed with the Secretary of State of Nebraska on November 8, 2023. In all other respects, the Articles of Incorporat​ion remain unchanged.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 Jeffrey T. Palzer * 10828 Old Mill Road, Ste. 6, Omaha NE 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION The name of the Company is Family Ties Senior Placement Services, LLC. The street address of the initial designated office is 1102 Dillon Drive, Omaha, NE 68132. The Registered Agent is Jonie D. Sturek and the Registered Agent’s address is 1102 Dillon Drive, Omaha, NE 68132.

The general nature of the Company is senior placement and relocation management services.

The Company commenced on November 7, 2023, and shall have perpetual existence.

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 November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023

Notice is given that BidPulse, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with the following registered agent and registered office: Andrew Kroll. 19252 Marcy Ct. Unit 8, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The general nature of the Company’s business is to engage in any lawful business permitted under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The company was organized on November 14, 2023 and it shall continue in perpetuity unless sooner terminated in accordance with the terms of its operating agreement. In general, the Company’s business is to be managed by its primary member Andrew Kroll in accordance with the Company’s operating agreement.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION The name of the Company is Nebraskin Aesthetics, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is 12413 Pheasant Run Lane, Papillion, Nebraska 68046. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O., 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. This professional limited liability company shall conduct the practice of cosmetic and skin care treatments, procedures, services and products, all in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. The Company commenced business on November 9, 2023.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Erin K. Artz, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF JNS INVESTMENTS, 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 JNS Investments, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 1501 S 188th Plaza, Omaha, NE 68130. 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 October 25, 2023, 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 November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF LANDLOCK HAIR CO., INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that LANDLOCK HAIR CO., INC., is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a registered office at 2820 South 123rd Court, Omaha, Nebraska 68144, registered agent TARRYN B. DEAN. The general nature of the business is to operate a general hair salon business, to own, operate and perform services of every kind and nature whatsoever, which are not inconsistent with law, which are necessary, suitable, proper, convenient or expedient to the operation of a general hair salon business. The authorized capital stock is $10,000.00, consisting of 10,000 shares of stock having a par value of $1.00 each, which stock shall be paid for wholly or partly by cash, by labor, by personal property and by real property. The corporation became a corporate body on November 1, 2023, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 3, 2023, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the corporation are to be conducted by a Board of Directors, the number of directors to be provided in the ByLaws, and the officers shall be a President, Vice-Presi​dent, Secretary and Treasurer, and such other officers as shall be designated in the By-Laws.

ANTHONY L. GROSS, Incorporator CATHERINE L. WHITE, Incorporator 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, NE 68124 First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF Burned Creations, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Burned Creations, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 6085 Surrey Hills Drive, Omaha, NE 68122 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 November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF KOHLL’S INSURANCE ADVISORS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kohll’s Insurance Advisors, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 112741 Q Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68137. 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 Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 13, 2023.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O ., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF DAHLSTEN REAL ESTATE PARTNERSHIP, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Dahlsten Real Estate Partnership, LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The designated office of the limited liability company is 2015 S. 193rd Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. 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 November 9, 2023.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 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 ONE Marketing 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 18120 Cinnamon Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68135. The name and street and mailing addresses of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are David C. Nelson, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 ELIZABETH A. SEVCIK, Attorney CROKER HUCK LAW FIRM 2120 S. 72nd Street, Suite 1200 Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GLJ, LLC The name of the limited liability company is GLJ, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 15117 Irene Street, Omaha, NE 68138.

The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is Croker, Huck, Kasher, DeWitt, Anderson & Gonderinger, LLC, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION FOR SPRING HILLS HC6, LLC A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for Spring Hills HC6, LLC (the “Company”) on January 9, 2023.

The address of the Company’s designated office is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address for the Company’s registered agent is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION FOR PHEASANT RUN HC5, LLC A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for PHEASANT RUN HC5, LLC (the “Company”) on October 17, 2022. The address of the Company’s designated office is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address for the Company’s registered agent is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 Damilola J. Oluyole YOLE LAW PC, LLO 7930 Blondo Street, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68134 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF TASTE OF AFRICA OMAHA, INC. Notice is hereby given that Taste of Africa Omaha, Inc. has been incorporated as a public benefit non-profit corporation under Nebraska laws, with its registered office at 2335 N 90th Street, Omaha, NE 68134.

Its agent at that office is Felix Uzoechi. The corporation shall have no members and its incorporator is Damilola J. Oluyole and his address is 7930 Blondo Street, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68134. The corporatio​n’s principal place of business is 2335 N 90th Street, Omaha, NE 68134.

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NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION FOR WEST RIVER HC6, LLC A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for West River HC6, LLC (the “Company”) on May 3, 2023.

The address of the Company’s designated office is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address for the Company’s registered agent is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ECCKER SPORTS ANALYTICS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Eccker Sports Analytics, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office located at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68114 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 November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 MATTHEW T. PAYNE PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER, LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF SHEEVA K. PARBHU, M.D., P.C. Notice is hereby given of incorporat​ion of SHEEVA K. PARBHU, M.D., P.C. under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows: 1. The name of the professional corporation is SHEEVA K. PARBHU, M.D., P.C. 2. The number of shares that the professional corporation is authorized to issue is 10,000 shares of voting common stock.

3. The name of the initial registered agent is Michelle Cascio, and the address of the initial registered office is 8901 Indian Hills Drive, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

4. The name and address of the incorporator is Sheeva K. Parbhu, M.D., 3509 S 215 Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68022 .

5. The general nature of the profession to be practiced by the Corporation is medicine and surgery.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION FOR BELLEVILLE PARK I & II HC6, LLC A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for Belleville Park I & II HC6, LLC (the “Company”) on June 2, 2023. The address of the Company’s designated office is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address for the Company’s registered agent is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ANSRS ANALYTICS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ANSRS Analytics, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office located at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68114 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 November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION FOR HUNTERS RUN HC6, LLC A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for Hunters Run HC6, LLC (the “Company”) on June 2, 2023.

The address of the Company’s designated office is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address for the Company’s registered agent is Carl J. Troia, Jr., 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Hotel Sammi, LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the Company’s designated office is 2210 S. 59th St Omaha, NE 68106. The initial agent for service of process at such address is Samantha Short.

Samantha Short, Owner and Organizer First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023

EMILY F. MORDHORST PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER, LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF JOHN ALLI CARPET CLEANING, LLC Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, the Certificate of Organization of John Alli Carpet Cleaning, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “ Company ”), has been amended (i) to change the name of the Company to High Esteam, LLC and (ii) to change the street and mailing of address of the designated office to 241 N. Third Street, Arlington, Nebraska 68002. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Nebraska on October 31, 2023. In all other respects, the Certificate of Organization remains unchanged.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 PACIFIC STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION JCU Holdings Inc., whose Registered Agent is John Uhrich, and whose Registered Office is located at 1325 S 101st Street Apt 203, Omaha, Nebraska 68124, was formed on November 3, 2023, to engage in any lawful business in the State of Nebraska. The corporation has authorized and issued 10,000 shares of common stock at a par value of $1.00 per share. The name and address of the Incorporator is Thomas E. Whitmore, 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. /s/ Thomas E. Whitmore, Incorporator First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Goldenrod Contractors, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, filed its Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 15, 2023, 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 Contractors, 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 November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023 EMILY F. MORDHORST PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER, LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF HIGH ESTEAM, LLC Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, the Certificate of Organization of High Esteam, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been amended (i) to change the name of the Company to Delacia Hartman, LLC and (ii) to change the name of the Registered Agent to Delacia Hartman. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Nebraska on October 27, 2023. In all other respects, the Certificate of Organization remains unchanged.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION The name of the Company is Villa My Home, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is 75 Peppermill Point, Valley, Nebraska 68064 The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O., 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. This limited liability company commenced business on November 7, 2023.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MONDO EYEN WE LANGA GROUP LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT MONDO EYEN WE LANGA GROUP LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 5326 Hanover Circle, Omaha NE 68152. The Registered Agent of the Company is Robert Penn Jr, 5326 Hanover Circle Omaha NE 68152.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023

NOTICE OF CONVERSION OF CUTCH, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Cutch, Inc., a Nebraska corporation, has been converted into Cutch, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company by filing Articles of Conversion with the Nebraska Secretary of State on October 30, 2023. The effective date of the Articles of Conversion is October 31, 2023. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 13305 Birch Drive, Suite 201, Omaha, Nebraska 68164.

The Registered Agent of the Company is Cutchall Management Company, LLC, 13305 Birch Drive, Ste. 201, Omaha, Nebraska 68164.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 Erickson | Sederstrom, P.C., L.L.O. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 402-397-2200 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION McCollister & Co., a Nebraska corporation, filed Articles of Dissolution on November 7, 2023 with the Nebraska Secretary of State’s Office.

The terms of the dissolution provide for the payment of liabilities of the corporation and the distribution of any remaining assets. John S. McCollister, as President, is to manage the corporate affairs relating to the dissolution of the Corporation. Any Corporation assets will be distributed in accordance with the Corporatio​n’s plan of dissolution and it has no known liabilities. The Corporation requests that persons with claims against it present them in accordance with this notice.

Any claimant shall send notice of a claim to the Corporation to the above address. A claim against Ralston Insurance Agency, Inc. will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce the claim is commenced within three (3) years after the publication of this notice.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 Gnuse LAW OFFICE, P.C. Rodney G. Gnuse 11311 Chicago Circle Omaha , NE 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ROGERS SPECIALTY FLOORING AND IMPROVEMEN​TS, L.L.C. A Nebraska Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given that Rogers Specialty Flooring and Improvemen​ ts, L.L.C., a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 10909 Jones Street, Omaha, NE 68154. The general nature of its business is to engage in and do any lawful act concerning any and all lawful business for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the limited liability company’s initial registered office is 11311 Chicago Circle, Omaha, NE 68154, and the name of its’ initial registered agent at such address is Rodney G. Gnuse. The Certificate of Organization was filed in the office of the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 3, 2023. The Company commenced business thereon and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by the Members.

Rodney G. Gnuse Organizer First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ARMOR OF GOD EQUIPPING CENTER LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Armor of God Equipping Center LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The designated office address is 3602 South 154th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The registered agent and address is Halie Asmus, 3602 South 154th Street, Omaha, NE 68144.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MAJOR HOME HEALTH, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Major Home Health, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 16199 Capitol Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. 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 November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 Notice is hereby given that Badlands Design, LLC has been amended as follows: the limited liability company has changed its name to Harding Design, LLC. The Amended Certificat​ion of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on October 31, 2023.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 Page 28 • November 24, 2023

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Harbor of Hope Dog Rescue (the “Corporati​on”) has been incorporated as a nonprofit public benefit corporation under the laws of the State of Nebraska on October 30, 2023 which is organized exclusively for charitable purposes and will not have members. The Registered Agent is Heather A Noyes with the office at 1311 Sunbury Drive, Bellevue, NE 68005. The incorporat​ors are Heather A Noyes at 1311 Sunbury Drive, Bellevue, NE 68005, and Anita Oldham at 58299 207th St, Pacific Junction, IA, 51561 First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF DREAMVESTING KEARNEY, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Dreamvesting Kearney, LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is Dreamvesting Kearney, LLC; and 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 503 S. 36 th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68105 , and the name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is Benjamin J. Pick, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 PACIFIC STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Matson Construction LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 7202 Giles Road Suite 4 PMB 250, La Vista, Nebraska 68128. The Registered Agent of the Company is Russell Matson, 4974 Laplatte Road, Papillion, Nebraska 68133.

The Company was formed on October 17, 2023.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Invest Pro Title & Escrow, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 11725 Arbor Street, Suite 140, Omaha, NE 68144. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is John Massih, 11725 Arbor Street, Suite 140, Omaha, NE 68144.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION Notice is given that IOTC, Inc. dissolved effective November 2, 2023. Edwin C. LeFebvre, President of the corporation, liquidated its business and affairs effective November 2, 2023. The corporation had no liabilities. The assets of the corporation were distributed to the Stockholders of the Corporation.

IOTC, INC. By: Edwin C. LeFebvre, President First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF GUBBELS VENTURES, L.L.C. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Gubbels Ventures, L.L.C., a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), filed a Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 8, 2023. 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 8217 County Rd 33, Blair, NE 68008. A claim against the Company will be barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RUSH HOLDINGS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Rush Holdings, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Jennifer L. Rattner, 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that JMP Consulting, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 15517 Nebraska Ave, Omaha, NE 68116. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is John M. Pleiss, 15517 Nebraska Ave. Omaha, NE 68116.

The limited liability company commenced business on November 1, 2023.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF EELLS CONCIERGE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Eells Concierge, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 5831 South 58th Street, Suite B, Lincoln, Nebraska 68516. 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 November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 PACIFIC STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that PRLC LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 620 Ridgeland Avenue, Fremont, Nebraska 68025. The Registered Agent of the Company is Michelle Garule, 620 Ridgeland Avenue, Fremont, Nebraska 68025. The Company was formed on October 20, 2023.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF NAUTICAL DYNAMICS, L.L.C. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that NAUTICAL DYNAMICS, L.L.C., is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a designated and registered office at 811 Verdon Court, Plattsmouth, Nebraska 68048, manager and registered agent at such office being MARCUS P. OSTERGAARD. The Limited Liability Company is organized to transact any and all business, and perform services of every kind and nature whatsoever, which are not inconsistent with law. The Limited Liability Company commenced doing business on October 19, 2023, and filed Certificate of Organization with the Nebraska Secretary of State on October 26, 2023, and shall have perpetual existence.

MARCUS P. OSTERGAARD, Organizati​onal Member 811 Verdon Court, Plattsmouth, NE 68048 First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 JAMES D. BUSER, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST BUSER LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LK02 HEARTWOOD, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of LK02 Heartwood, LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is LK02 Heartwood, LLC; and 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 12910 Pierce Street, Suite 110, Omaha, Nebraska 68144, and the name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is James D. Buser, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF TLMH, 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 TLMH, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114.

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 November 1, 2023, 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 November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GRAEM GROUP, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Graem Group, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 13305 Birch Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68164. 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 November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RW PROPERTIES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that RW Properties, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with the initial Designated Office Address 8922 S. 66th Avenue, Papillion, NE 68133. The initial registered agent and office address is Christopher J. Roth, 8922 S. 66th Ave., Papillion, NE 68133.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 Walentine O’Toole, LLP Attorneys 11240 Davenport Street P.O. Box 540125 Omaha, NE 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ICONNECTU, LLC ICONNECTU, LLC, with its initial designated office at 7018 S. 183rd St., Omaha, NE 68136, gives notice that it filed its Certificate of Organization with the Nebraska Secretary of State on October 30, 2023, and that it has been organized as a Nebraska limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial agent for the service of process is David P. Wilson, and his initial mailing address is 11240 Davenport St., Omaha, NE 68154. The company’s period of duration is perpetual, and the general nature of its business is to engage in any and all lawful business for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

David Burke, Member Tami Burke, Member First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 Notice of Organization Notice is here by given that a limited liability company has been formed under the name of Sway Property, LLC. The registered agent is Florence Nightingale, 4911 N 64th St, Omaha, NE 68104. The address of the designated office is 4911 N 64th St, Omaha, NE 68104. The general nature of its business is to engage in and do any lawful act concerning any and all lawful business other than banking or insurance, for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The company commenced on October 31, 2023 and has perpetual existence. The affairs of the limited liability company are to be conducted by its members until such time as their successors​(s) are selected pursuant to the Operating Agreement.

Sway Property, LLC Florence Nightingale 4911 N 64th St Omaha, NE 68104 First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 Notice is Hereby Given that HJEMKOMST CONSULTING, LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska on 08/02/2023.

The registered agent and office of the LLC is Beverly Lahlum Taylor, 1520 N 10th Street, Bellevue, NE 68005. The designated office address is 1520 N 10th Street, Bellevue, NE 68005.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Ione LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 3839 South 148th Street, Suite 160, Omaha, Nebraska, 68144. The Registered Agent of the Company is Angela Schmit of Koukol Johnson Schmit & Milone, LLC, 3839 South 148th Street, Suite 160, Omaha, Nebraska, 68144.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WH DESERT DOVE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that WH DESERT DOVE, 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 November 7, 2023, and its duration is perpetual.

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NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is given that DE MENAS CONCRETE & LANDSCAPING SERVICES LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with the following registered agent and registered office: Jose Castanon Rojero at 4216 South 16th St. Omaha, NE 68107. The designated office is located at 4216 South 16th St., Omaha, NE 68107.

The general nature of the Company’s business is to engage in any lawful business permitted under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The company was organized on Oct 25, 2023, and it shall continue in perpetuity unless sooner terminated in accordance with the terms of its operating agreement. In general, the Company’s business is to be managed by its primary member Jose Castanon Rojero in accordance with the Company’s operating agreement.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF NBDG, 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 NBDG, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114.

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 November 6, 2023, 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 November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LEGACY AIR, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Legacy Air, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 30809 W Reichmuth Road, Valley, Nebraska 68064. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is QDA Inc, 30809 W Reichmuth Road, Valley, Nebraska 68064. The limited liability company commenced business on October 30, 2023.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF Mac Riv RC, 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 Mac Riv RC, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. 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 November 6, 2023, 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 November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RUSH FORWARD, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Rush Forward, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Jennifer L. Rattner, 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company.

Notice is hereby given that Vallin Millwright & Constructi​on, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 640 W 3rd Street, 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 Gustavo Vallin Lopez. Its registered agent is Gustavo Vallin Lopez and his office is located at 640 W 3rd Street, Fremont, NE 68025.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023

Notice is hereby given that C-Bacon Property, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The registered agent and address are Registered Agents, Inc. at 200 S. 21st St., STE 400, Lincoln NE 68510. The designated office address is 4175 S. 61st Avenue, Omaha, NE 68117-1137.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF BALKH TRANSPORTA​TION, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that BALKH TRANSPORTA​TION, INC., is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a registered office at 2518 South 114th Street, Apt. 1C, Omaha, Nebraska 68144, registered agent ABDUL AZIZI. The general nature of the business is to operate a general trucking business, to own, operate and perform services of every kind and nature whatsoever, which are not inconsistent with law, which are necessary, suitable, proper, convenient or expedient to the operation of a general trucking business. The authorized capital stock is $10,000.00, consisting of 10,000 shares of stock having a par value of $1.00 each, which stock shall be paid for wholly or partly by cash, by labor, by personal property and by real property. The corporation became a corporate body on October 21, 2023, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on October 27, 2023, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the corporation are to be conducted by a Board of Directors, the number of directors to be provided in the ByLaws, and the officers shall be a President, Vice-Presi​dent, Secretary and Treasurer, and such other officers as shall be designated in the By-Laws.

ANTHONY L. GROSS, Incorporator CATHERINE L. WHITE, Incorporator 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, NE 68124 First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF 13478, LLC Notice is hereby given that the Certificate of Organization of 13478, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been amended to reflect its designated office as 13478 Chandler Road, Omaha, NE 68138. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on October 30, 2023.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 W Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 PACIFIC STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that WP&S Properties, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 10041 County Road 13, Arlington, Nebraska 68002. The Registered Agent of the Company is Wayne O’Callaghan, 10041 County Road 13, Arlington, Nebraska 68002. The Company was formed on October 17, 2023.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 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 OSI Investment Holdings, 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 November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 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 718 N Pacific Street, 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 Robert M. Schartz, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TR EMPLOYMENT, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that TR Employment, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 6414 S. 118th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68137. The Registered Agent of the Company is Jon Novak, 6414 S. 118th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68137.

First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 NOTICE OF CONVERSION OF CUTCHALL MANAGEMENT COMPANY, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Cutchall Management Company, Inc., a Nebraska corporation, has been converted into Cutchall Management Company, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company by filing Articles of Conversion with the Nebraska Secretary of State on October 30, 2023. The effective date of the Articles of Conversion is October 31, 2023. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 13305 Birch Drive, Suite 201, Omaha, Nebraska 68164. The Registered Agent of the Company is Cutchall Capital, LLC, 13305 Birch Drive, Ste. 201, Omaha, Nebraska 68164.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 Notice is hereby given that Bazata Tech LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska. The Company’s initial designated office is located at 14008 Meredith Cir Omaha, NE 68164. The name and street mailing address of the initial agent for service of process is Stephani J. Bazata, the initial registered office located at 14008 Meredith Cir Omaha, NE 68164. The general nature of its business is to engage in and do any lawful act concerning any and all lawful business, other than banking or insurance, for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska. The Certificate of Organization was filed in the office of the Nebraska Secretary of State on October 26, 2023, the Company commenced business thereon, and shall have perpetual existence.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GOLDENROD CLUB, LLC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Goldenrod Club, 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 November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF INMERSIUNE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Inmersiune, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), filed a Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 8, 2023. 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 6417 N 157th Street, Omaha, NE 68116. A claim against the Company will be barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 First publication November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF TLAC, 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 TLAC, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114.

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 October 31, 2023, 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 November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 Page 30 • November 24, 2023

Thomas H. Penke, Attorney 12020 Shamrock Plaza, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 IN THE COUNTY COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NEBRASKA ESTATE OF LORA IRLBECK JACKSON, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that on the day of September 18, 2023, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the Registrar issued a written statement of Informal Probate of the Will of said Deceased person, and that Judy K. Erb, 5127 North 134th Street, Nebraska 68164, has been appointed Personal Representa​tive of this estate. Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court on or before January 24, 2024, or be forever barred.

Reyna Poggee, Registrar First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: EAP TAX & ACCOUNTING. Name of Applicant: EAPetersen, LLC Address: 2101 PETERSEN DRIVE, PAPILLION NE 68046 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: 11-07-23 General nature of business: Tax and Accounting services.

Scott D. Jochim Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication November 24, 2023 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: INVICTUS STRATEGIES. Name of Applicant: Wesley Siebert Address: 18205 CAPITAL AVENUE, STE. 300, ELKHORN, NE 68022 Applicant is AN INDIVIDUAL. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Date of first use of name in Nebraska: October 1, 2023 General nature of business: Providing financial planning and portfolio management services.

Wesley Siebert Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ALDR SERVICES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ALDR Services, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 1613 Maenner Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. 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 November 17, 2023, final December 1, 2023 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION The name of the Company is Paymal Real Estate LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is 540 North Jackson Street, Papillion, Nebraska 68046. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is Timothy J. Paymal, 540 North Jackson Street, Papillion, Nebraska 68046. This limited liability company commenced business on October 31, 2023.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RUSH INVESTMENTS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Rush Investments, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Jennifer L. Rattner, 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.

First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023

James R. Sacoman, Attorney at Law 14707 California Street, Suite #5 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 Telephone: (402) 393-3000 jsacoman@s​acomanlaw.com IN THE COUNTY COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NEBRASKA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JANET R. DELEHOY, Deceased.

CASE NO. PR23-1918 Notice is hereby given that on November 14, 2023, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the Clerk-Magi​strate issued a written statement of Informal Probate of the Will of said Deceased, and that KIMBERLY J. REID, whose address is 13612 Gold Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68144, has been informally appointed Personal Representa​tive of this 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 January 24, 2024, or be forever barred.

REYNA POGGE Registrar First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023

NOTICE OF GUARDIANSHIP PROCEEDINGS IN THE COURT (PROBATE DIVISION) OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NEBRASKA To: Any interested party with respect to the Petition for Appointment of Permanent Guardianship filed by the Petitioner, Dominga Pedro Pedro De Gregorio, for appointment as permanent Guardian of Luz Marina Pedro Pedro, case PR 23-0001897.

You are hereby notified that on November 2, 2023, a Petition was filed to appoint a Permanent Guardian for Luz Marina Pedro Pedro, that the hearing on the appointment of a permanent guardian will take place on November 27, 2023, at 9:00 AM in Douglas County, 1701 Farnam Street, Ctrm. #330, Omaha, NE 68183 the object of which is to have Petitioner appointed as the Permanent Guardian of Luz Marina Pedro Pedro. You are required to answer this Petition on or before that date or the Court will proceed with the appointment of the permanent guardian.

Dominga Pedro Pedro De Gregorio, Petitioner By: Lucia Marquez, Lucia Marquez Law, LLC 3035 Harney Street, Suite 101C Omaha, NE 68131 Ph: 712-333-5225 Attorney for Petitioner First publication November 10, 2023, final November 24, 2023

James R. Sacoman, Attorney at Law 14707 California Street, Suite 5 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 Telephone: (402) 393-3000 jsacoman@s​acomanlaw.com IN THE COUNTY COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NEBRASKA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HARLYN LEROY BRANDT, Deceased. CASE NO. PR23-1934 Notice is hereby given that on November 13, 2023, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the Clerk-Magi​strate issued a written statement of Informal Probate of the Will of said Deceased, and that Judith Lynn Brandt, whose address is 6608 South 165th Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska, 68135, has been informally appointed Personal Representa​tive of this 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 January 24, 2024 or be forever barred.

REYNA POGGE REGISTRAR First publication November 24, 2023, final December 8, 2023

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