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July 9, 2021

Local organizations offer services from education to hot meals for seniors navigation at Hillcrest Health Services, said by Gabby Hellbusch There is certainly not a scarcity of Hillcrest offers a wide array of services for resources for senior citizens in the metro aging adults in the region, including independent and assisted living, memory care, community, local organizations say. Amanda Sindelar, Healthy Living Cen- long-term care, post-acute rehab, home care, ter associate executive director at YMCA of hospice, private duty companion care, adult Greater Omaha, said the adults-only facil- day services and outpatient therapy clinics. ity, the YMCA Healthy Living Center, is a Hillcrest has six campuses in Douglas and Sarpy counties that offer various unique community that focuses on residential and recovery services, the social, physical and emotional and Hillcrest’s home care and well-being of adults, specifically hospice service lines provide care retired individuals and active in 11 counties in eastern Nebrasolder adults. ka and western Iowa. “We have a large variety of “Seniors can move seamlessgroup exercises to accommodate ly through our system depending all fitness levels including Tai on their needs, depending on their Chi, cardio strength, line danchealth or their recovery from an ing, water exercise, yoga and injury, illness or hospital stay,” balance classes,” Sindelar said. Janicki said. “Social groups provide people Janicki Now that vaccination rates with connections and fellowship with people who share the same hobbies and are high, he said seniors and their caregivers interests. Many of our Y facilities offer com- are turning to assisted living to meet care munity-based health programs like LIVES- needs. “There was a trend during COVID of TRONG at the YMCA for cancer survivors, Delay the Disease to help offset some of the delaying the move because of concerns symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, and Y about visitation restrictions, but the reducWeight Loss to help individuals find helpful tion of COVID cases and the dominance of information and a supportive community if the vaccine has helped us move forward,” Janicki said. they are looking to lose weight.” Gary Girard, continuing education diRecently the Y launched Virtual Y where members can log in and attend a class vir- rector at Metropolitan Community College, said MCC Explore for Lifelong Learners tually. Carolina Padilla, executive director at serves a vibrant community of diverse learnIntercultural Senior Center (ISC), said older ers ages 50 and older in the continual pursuit adults can participate in arts, language and of knowledge. Students 62 years of age or music classes, exercise, and have a light older are also eligible for half-price tuition breakfast and hot lunch at ISC. Additionally, on most continuing education courses. “Education is important for aging adults; they can also meet with a social worker and a health care coordinator. For those who apart from just keeping busy or staying can’t attend, ISC also offers a food pantry active and social, education sparks curiosity and forces us to think,” Girard said. delivery and case management. “Our mission is to provide a range of “Lifelong learning is connected to improved activities and social services to meet the cognitive function, healthy emotional needs of diverse older adults,” Padilla well-being and positive self-perception.” He noted the aging population wants to said. “Omaha has many resources for older adults, but they can be difficult to access if be connected to their community and mainone is facing poverty, language or cultural tain a vibrant role within their respective barriers, or a lack of transportation options. communities. “One of our goals with the MCC ExBy partnering with other agencies, ISC brings together many services under one plore program is to design communities for roof, with transportation and interpreters to seniors that facilitate social connections,” improve access, so older adults can enjoy Girard said. “Our community of seniors being part of a community, increase their want a higher level of social interaction. In addition, they want advanced learning opindependence, and improve well-being.” Jim Janicki, vice president of customer portunities coupled with social interaction.”

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NMC Cat, the state’s sole Caterpillar dealership since 1987, is targeting additional development but with stress on small business techniques that complement those plans. By understanding each of the multiple industries served and the job-specific needs, Dustin Weeter — the newly-appointed vice president/general manager of the 650-employee firm — said the company with seven locations in Council Bluffs and throughout Nebraska is poised for growth. “These are trying times but the Midwest was hit later than many parts of the country and we are coming out better than most,” Weeter said. The Omaha-headquartered business with offices at 11002 Sapp Brothers Dr. is seeing an uptick in equipment sold or leased by contractors for projects ranging from data centers to landscaping. Small skids and wheeled loaders are in demand from the Continued on page 10.

Vice President and General Manager Dustin Weeter is aiming for additional development with small business in mind. (Photo by Monica Sempek)

GROW Nebraska gains momentum, nets record membership counts by Michelle Leach

In a departure from a familiar refrain, founder and CEO Janell Anderson Ehrke recalled how 2018 and 2019 were “two tough financial years” for GROW Nebraska, so much so that she noted others would have said, “Well, you had a good run.” Post-onset of the pandemic represented a reversal of fortunes for the nonprofit, which has helped to power a succession of victories on the in-

dividual member/business front, and organization-wide — no less represented by the launch of its Women’s Business Center in May and unique partnerships with the likes of the Nebraska Tourism Commission and the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. “The businesses that we had on numerous platforms did phenomenally well,” Ehrke said, as she recalled the early phases of Continued on page 10. Owner Rob Kuhlman brings new gym concept to downtown workers. (Photo by David Kubicek)

Movement Academy provides new fitness option for downtown Lincoln by David Kubicek

From left, founder and CEO Janell Anderson Ehrke and Metro Omaha Women’s Business Center Founder and President, BC Clark, offering new resources with women’s business resource center, partnerships with state agencies.(Photo by Roger Humphries)

Movement Academy opened Jan. 5, 2021, with the aim of providing a fitness option for Lincoln’s Haymarket neighborhood, which includes the large firms Olsson and Hudl. “Now that the YMCA is closed, people who live and work downtown have even fewer options available to them,” owner Rob Kuhlman said.

Because of the pandemic many of the employees in the firm’s target market are working remotely so they are not in their offices. Kuhlman left his job as district fitness manager for Genesis Health Clubs in December 2019, to open a gym. When COVID-19 hit the U.S. a couple of months later, the road forward became Continued on page 24.

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Albers Communications Group rebrands as Pappas Marketing Communications by Brooke Strickland

In 2000, Tom Albers had a vision to create a firm that understood his client’s businesses. He launched Albers Communications Group that year and began working with clients of all kinds to provide public relations, digital marketing, and video production services for people in varying industries. Unfortunately, Albers passed away in 2015, which was hard on the team and the company. But his loyal client base never left. And the core team of employees that he worked to build up never abandoned the company or his vision to provide marketing and communications services. Gina Pappas, who had been with the firm for nearly 12 years and served as the company’s president before Albers passed away, decided to continue in his footsteps and purchase the company. At the end of 2020, she officially took the reigns as the sole owner and re-branded it as Pappas Marketing Communications. Today, the company has four employees and is poised for growth. Pappas and her team continue to build on the foundation that Albers established, providing specific strategies for their client base including media training, crisis communications, digital strategy, content development, and much more. “Over the years, our firm has built a reputation on the expertise of our team and the depth of services we provide,” Pappas said. “We’ve had a great start to 2021, and the re-brand to Pappas Marketing Communications has been well-received. I think we do good work, and when people are

challenges are different, and everyone is talking to a different audience. You have to dig deep and develop solutions from a place of true understanding if you want your clients to see results.” When asked what makes Pappas Marketing Communications stand apart, Pappas explained that the approach is the key. “Everything we do is rooted in planning,” she said. “You can’t develop a strategy without a plan; you can’t identify tactics without a strategy. We build upon each of those pieces to achieve results for our clients. Planning, strategy, results — you can’t have one without the other.” Looking ahead, Pappas sees a future with greater brand exposure and an increased base of clientele. “With the momentum we have had so far in 2021, we are looking forward to continued growth,” she said. “We work hard every day to make sure our current clients are happy, while actively growing our client base at the same time. We want Pappas Marketing Communications to be around for another 20 years, at least.”

Owner Gina Pappas takes next step with rebrand of marketing firm. (Photo by Monica Sempek) happy with their service providers, they as they need to truly understand what their share that with other business leaders.” client’s needs are. Pappas and her team are committed “There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to avoiding transactional relationships, in marketing,” she said. “We dig deep to but instead invests their time in building understand our clients’ business because relationships with their client base. To do it allows us to provide the best possible this, she and her team take as much time solutions for their needs. Everyone’s

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Rich takes on varied projects at Alvine with technical expertise, problem-solving skills by Dwain Hebda as controls we use to turn off lights after a In his role as an Associate Principal for certain amount of time because there are no Alvine Engineering, Brandon Rich has had occupants in the room.” the opportunity to work on many major In addition to his technical expertise, Rich projects. The Omaha native’s work can be said his work — which breaks down to about found in buildings in Chicago, Oklahoma 70% new construction and 30% renovation City, Washington D.C., New York and reuse projects — demands a City and Nashville as well as all keen set of problem-solving skills over the Midlands. as each project presents its own It all started, he said, with a love challenges. for science and mathematics, going “Trying to problem-solve and back to his youth. figure out how to reuse what an “In high school, they had what owner thinks they can leverage was called a Math and Science on an existing project, as well as Academy that allowed us to do trying to take advantage of its best three years of math and science at functionality, is one type of puzzle,” 2020 a very accelerated pace,” he said. he said. “And then on the new con“That allowed me to enroll early in college struction side, we’re taking really state-ofand start taking some of those general cours- the-art, leading-edge to even bleeding-edge es: chemistry and calculus. technology and maximizing it throughout “I was lucky enough to be selected for a the project. I’ve had the opportunity to do Walter Scott Scholarship, which is narrowed both and that variety is something that I into engineering and computer sciences and really enjoy.” stuff like that, and I selected architectural As accomplished as his professional skill engineering. That program was the jump start set is, Rich also has an artistic side which he to the career that I have.” indulges in other activities away from work. Rich’s expertise dovetailed nicely into “I've had an interest in the art of phoAlvine’s work portfolio, developing designs tography since a really young age, starting that distribute power to equipment, recep- before I was 10 probably,” he said. “My dad tacles and lights. It’s a field that’s evolved did some photography and I latched on to it. rapidly thanks to new technology. There's a little bit of physics in there with the “Lighting and lighting design have come lighting and exposure. But definitely a lot a long way, primarily due to LED technology of the artistic in what you see and what you and how we take a light chip that’s really tiny choose to capture. and put it in unique form factors,” he said. “It is always nice when you do one thing “There are many ways we can control that a a little bit and then get a break and do the lot easier than the fluorescent or incandescent other one and then say I'm ready for the other lamps from the past. LED technology in the side again. Not a complete seesaw, but nice last probably seven to 10 years has allowed us to exercise both.” to be more creative in our designs and really Rich has a Bachelor of Science in Archinarrow in on what an owner or an occupant tectural Engineering, received in May 2006, might want. and a Master of Architectural Engineering “With that, energy codes have evolved, received in December 2007, both from Uniwhich determine how much energy we can versity of Nebraska-Lincoln. He also studied use for different equipment and for lighting. at University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Peter That has driven controls hand-in-hand, such Kiewit Institute from 2002 to 2007.

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Senior Living

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Local organizations offer services from education to hot meals for seniors navigation at Hillcrest Health Services, said by Gabby Hellbusch Hillcrest offers a wide array of services for There is certainly not a scarcity of aging adults in the region, including inderesources for senior citizens in the metro pendent and assisted living, memory care, community, local organizations say. long-term care, post-acute rehab, home care, Amanda Sindelar, Healthy Living Cenhospice, private duty companion care, adult ter associate executive director at YMCA of day services and outpatient therapy clinics. Greater Omaha, said the adults-only facilHillcrest has six campuses in Douglas and ity, the YMCA Healthy Living Center, is a Sarpy counties that offer various unique community that focuses on residential and recovery services, the social, physical and emotional and Hillcrest’s home care and well-being of adults, specifically hospice service lines provide care retired individuals and active in 11 counties in eastern Nebrasolder adults. ka and western Iowa. “We have a large variety of “Seniors can move seamlessgroup exercises to accommodate ly through our system depending all fitness levels including Tai on their needs, depending on their Chi, cardio strength, line danchealth or their recovery from an ing, water exercise, yoga and injury, illness or hospital stay,” balance classes,” Sindelar said. Janicki said. “Social groups provide people Janicki Now that vaccination rates with connections and fellowship are high, he said seniors and their caregivers with people who share the same hobbies and are turning to assisted living to meet care interests. Many of our Y facilities offer comneeds. munity-based health programs like LIVES“There was a trend during COVID of TRONG at the YMCA for cancer survivors, delaying the move because of concerns Delay the Disease to help offset some of the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, and Y about visitation restrictions, but the reduction of COVID cases and the dominance of Weight Loss to help individuals find helpful the vaccine has helped us move forward,” information and a supportive community if Janicki said. they are looking to lose weight.” Gary Girard, continuing education diRecently the Y launched Virtual Y where rector at Metropolitan Community College, members can log in and attend a class virsaid MCC Explore for Lifelong Learners tually. serves a vibrant community of diverse learnCarolina Padilla, executive director at ers ages 50 and older in the continual pursuit Intercultural Senior Center (ISC), said older of knowledge. Students 62 years of age or adults can participate in arts, language and older are also eligible for half-price tuition music classes, exercise, and have a light on most continuing education courses. breakfast and hot lunch at ISC. Additionally, “Education is important for aging adults; they can also meet with a social worker and apart from just keeping busy or staying a health care coordinator. For those who active and social, education sparks curican’t attend, ISC also offers a food pantry osity and forces us to think,” Girard said. delivery and case management. “Lifelong learning is connected to improved “Our mission is to provide a range of cognitive function, healthy emotional activities and social services to meet the well-being and positive self-perception.” needs of diverse older adults,” Padilla He noted the aging population wants to said. “Omaha has many resources for older be connected to their community and mainadults, but they can be difficult to access if tain a vibrant role within their respective one is facing poverty, language or cultural communities. barriers, or a lack of transportation options. “One of our goals with the MCC ExBy partnering with other agencies, ISC plore program is to design communities for brings together many services under one seniors that facilitate social connections,” roof, with transportation and interpreters to Girard said. “Our community of seniors improve access, so older adults can enjoy want a higher level of social interaction. In being part of a community, increase their addition, they want advanced learning opindependence, and improve well-being.” portunities coupled with social interaction.” Jim Janicki, vice president of customer

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Seniors demand variety of living options to support diverse lifestyles same time have very high-end amenities. by David Kubicek Forty percent of our community is gatherRetirees are more diverse than ever ing spaces, compared to the typical 20%. before, and seniors want an array of living Dining rooms are a thing of the past. We options available to support their varied have four different onsite restaurants that lifestyles. are open to the public. All of our apartRetirees want their senior communiments are smart apartments. From your ties to offer programming to support their recliner you can watch TV, adjust the therhealth, interests, lifestyle and even conmostat, turn lights tinued connection on and off, and call with their families, people to help with according to Jennifer maintenance. Knecht, vice presBoth technology ident of marketing and communication and communications methods have been for Immanuel Coman intense focus for munities. Heritage Commu“Even before nities. COVID-19, senior “Our communiloneliness was on the ties purchased addirise,” she said. “No Knecht Hogan tional tablets to be longer are square shared between resfootage or number of idents when in-perbathrooms a priority son visits weren’t when considering sepossible, coordinatnior living. Now, the ing Zoom, Skype valuable connection and FaceTime video of friends at every chats at all hours corner and sitting of the day,” Jungdown with neighbors man said. “While over a meal is very all of our communiappealing.” ties are welcoming Lakelyn Hogan, in-person visits now, gerontologist and Jungman Grade video chats are still caregiver advocate occurring regularly, especially for Home Instead, said there’s for those family members who an emphasis on services being live out of state or are unable to delivered to older adults in the come to the community often. home. Our residents have become “The pandemic helped many technologically savvy, and our to realize something that we at team has enjoyed helping them Home Instead have known to be update smart phones with nectrue for a long time, that home is essary apps for communicating the safest place for older adults on their own as well.” to age,” Hogan said. “Home care The ability to age in place is now being recognized as an remains highly desirable, acessential service to help maintain cording to Tabitha President & Hinrichs the well-being of older adults.” CEO Christie Hinrichs. Heritage Communities is “For some that may be at home, reseeing an increased focus on the “middle ceiving home health care supported by market,” the segment of aging seniors who technology,” she said. “This trend was may not be able to afford private pay senior already on the rise, before COVID-19, living communities, but also do not qualify and was accelerated out of necessity and for government assistance, according to loosening of government regulations due Lacy Jungman, vice president of sales & to the pandemic.” marketing. The pandemic increased mental health “Some residents have chosen to share concerns for seniors living at home, but a two-bedroom apartment — with private residents of senior living communities rooms/bathrooms and sharing common have been able to create friendships that spaces — with an individual who is not mitigated feelings of isolation and lonelirelated to them,” she said. “This not only ness, Hinrichs said. reduces cost for the residents, but also increases social opportunities and engaging conversations.” COVID-19 has created an unfair perspective that senior communities are an unsafe environment, according to Stephanie Grade, general manager of Ovation by Avamere, which will open a senior community in Omaha later this fall. Another misconception is that senior apartment living is “sending you to a home.” “Today there is a very different outlook,” Grade said. “Senior living today is a place of engaging, exploring new and old passions, and thriving. At Ovation, people are in control of their choices while at the

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When it comes to estate planning, start early, enlist professionals by Dwain Hebda

Experts say the secret of estate planning boils down to two very simple cardinal rules: start early and get help. “Quite often, people do not think through the importance of estate planning, probably because they haven’t considered or accepted their mortality,” said James Tews, attorney with Koley Jessen. “Quite often people ask, ‘How much does it cost to make a will?’ as if passing through a fast-food drive thru. As such, I think one of the biggest mistakes peoTews ple make is not taking the time to become informed about what estate planning is about.” Further, Tews said, people will often short-circuit an otherwise sound plan by selecting the wrong executor. “Clients sometimes select a child to serve in significant roles for no other reason than they’re the oldest or have gone to college,” he said. “Instead, the candidate should be someone who has time to dedicate to fulfilling the role, which may be significant; who is savvy but who will get professional help if they do not know the answer.” In fact, getting an estate planning attorney early in the process can head off a lot of potential mistakes. Andrew Deaver, partner with Abrahams, Kaslow & Cassman said this reason alone justifies the cost of using a professional.

“The value of using an experienced estate planning attorney rather than the internet is the estate planning attorney knows what questions to ask to help put together a comprehensive plan,” he said. “There’s more going on than just a will. Walking through those considerations with an attorney creates a better plan, one that will actually accomplish the client’s goals more often than one that was just pulled off the internet.” Deaver said one thing people don’t always consider is planning for what could happen before death Deaver rather than merely how affairs will be settled afterward. “The idea that estate planning is only useful post-death is a common mistake,” he said. “So often in our modern age, with people living so long, questions about who’s handling the financial affairs and medical affairs when a person becomes incapacitated come into play. These are all part of forming a comprehensive plan.” Experts say there’s no excuse for resorting to do-it-yourself options due to cost, either. Both Legal Aid of Nebraska and the University of Nebraska College of Law in Lincoln offer free estate planning services to people 60 and over, statewide. “There are two main things that we can assist with,” said Margaret Schaefer, centralized intake managing attorney with Legal Aid of Nebraska. “The first are advanced directive

documents, powers of attorney and health care powers of attorney with an advanced directive in it. We also do simple wills and provide other guidance on estates. For things we don’t do, we let people know what the lower cost options might be for someone with modest means.” The Nebraska College of Law service takes place via its Advance Directive Clinic Project whereby groups of law students assist individuals with their estate needs. Kevin Ruser, law professor, said as the program has grown — 2,200 legal documents filed for 570 clients since

What to know before you leave your IRA or 401(k) to the kids by Carla Fried

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2013 — it’s also changing how people think about getting legal help, potentially attracting more professionals to underserved areas. “We do a post-service questionnaire and one of the questions is, ‘Do you think this experience has made it more or less likely you would talk with a private attorney in the future?’ And almost without exception, they say more likely,” Ruser said. “Our hope is these encounters with students demystifies the experience. And, maybe if that demand builds up, practicing lawyers will start to expand into the state’s legal deserts.”

beneficiaries, those within 10 years of the age of the deceased and minor children of the deceased but only until they hit 18. For example, under the old system, the first RMD for a 40-year-old, non-spouse (such as a child, grandchild, sibling or nice neighbor next door) who inherited $100,000 would have been $2,294. The formula would increase the withdrawal rate slightly each subsequent year, but RMDs could continue for the rest of the beneficiary’s life. To be clear, anyone who inherits a retirement account can empty it all into one big withdrawal, but the law only required small annual withdrawals to keep the IRS happy. Under the new rule, a $100,000 IRA or 401(k) inherited by someone other than a spouse Continued on next page.

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Having a clear picture of retirement is key in financial planning by Brooke Strickland

Planning for your retirement is one of the most important things you can do during your working years. Here are some of the key things to remember when preparing for retirement years. Retirement should be a time to enjoy doing the things that are most important to you. Even with more modest retirement savings, you can experience life Brott to the fullest. “Deeply understand what life after retirement looks like,” said Ryan Brott, director, CCO of Ellerbrock-Norris Wealth Strategies. “Focus on what really matters in life and continue to narrow that down. Money is a tool for accomplishing valuable outcomes so if resources are scarce, spend time understanding where you will get the biggest fulfillment. Ultimately, desired outcomes of a goal planning process should guide how you setup everything in your life financially, not the goal planning itself.” Staying on track with your spending is incredibly important once you transition to a fixed retirement income. Make a list of your basic living expenses, then factor in what longer term expenses you need to account for. Some of these might include health care, long-term care, travel,

hobbies, and entertainment. Talk to a qualified financial adviser to determine how to best allot your expenditures.

Vandenack Libis Taking care of your body is important — especially in retirement. Part of living a longer, healthier life is having a health care team that you trust. So, learn about your health care options. “Health care can be one of the largest expenses in retirement,” said Cory Libis, president of American Wealth Partners. “If you retire before age 65, where will you be getting health insurance coverage? After age 65, you can qualify for Medicare. You will need to review Medicare supplement plans. Be sure to consult a qualified Medicare consultant.” Mary Vandenack, managing member of Vandenack Weaver, stressed the importance of having your overall estate in order. “People should have their estate planning documents in order,” she said. “Those documents

should include capacity planning. “That is, what should happen when they can’t manage everything for themselves. Retirees should give advance thought to where they will live if they are unable to remain in their home at some point. The best time to shop for long term facilities is while you can still visit in person.” Even when you are living your best retired life, taxes won’t stop. Egermier Because of that, it’s important to plan for that as best as you can. “Taxes can be a major drag in retirement,” Libis said. “Tax diversification is important

Before you leave your IRA or 401(k) to the kids Continued from preceding page. must be drained within 10 years after the year the owner dies. No stretching allowed. If the money is in a traditional retirement account, every dollar withdrawn is counted as taxable income in the year of the withdrawal. 10-year rule, but no RMDs While the new law imposes a 10-year withdrawal timeframe, there aren’t any annual RMDs. All that matters is that by the end of the 10-year window, the account is empty. Fail to

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in controlling how much you pay in taxes in retirement and when those taxes are paid. Using a combination of tax-deferred, tax-free, and taxable accounts may provide you with tax flexibility in retirement, especially if tax laws should change.” Vandenack suggested engaging in a plan that requires the least amount of taxes. “Consider establishing residency in a state with no state income taxes,” she said. No matter what, remember that you’ll never regret saving for retirement. Once you’ve retired and the plan is in motion, make sure you review your plan regularly to ensure everything will continue as you envisioned. “Retirement occurs on a set date, but retirement planning is dynamic and needs to be reviewed regularly,” said Mike Egermier, CFP Egermier Wealth Management Group. “No one knows what the future holds, so it is always good to reexamine past assumptions and make sure they are still applicable today.”

do that, and the IRS will assess a penalty equal to 50% of what remains. Inherited IRAs can mess with financial aid A consequence of compressing the withdrawal into a 10-year window is that grown kids may need to take big distributions right around the time their kids are applying to college. Money inside a retirement account doesn’t get factored into financial aid formulas. But distributions from retirement accounts do. They also affect Medicare premiums and Social Security taxation A study by wealth management firm United Income says that, in 2016, one in four recipients were older than 61 when they received their inheritance. That includes spouses who don’t have to worry about the 10-year rule. But with plenty of folks now living into their late 80s and 90s, it’s reasonable to assume plenty of children will be in their late 50s or early 60s when they receive an inheritance. If the intention is to start Medicare at age 65, the premium for Medicare Part B will be based on one’s income reported when they were 63. If a big withdrawal is made from an inherited traditional IRA or 401(k) at 63, that could mean owing a higher monthly premium for Medicare Part B at 65. (The premium is recalculated every year based on a two-year lookback at your reported income.) And the tax treatment of Social Security benefits is also dependent on reported taxable income. Here too, a distribution from an inherited retirement account could impact the taxation of Social Security benefits. The conversion option If you expect to leave behind a sizable amount in retirement accounts, you might consider a Roth conversion, which involves moving money from a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA, or a traditional 401(k) to a traditional IRA at a brokerage and then move that into a Roth IRA. You will owe tax on the amount converted, so if you’re still in a high tax bracket, this might not be advisable. As just explained, you need to factor in the potential cost to your Medicare Part B premium and potentially your Social Security benefit if you’re already collecting. The payoff is that once the money is in the Roth IRA, your heirs would still be subject to the 10-year rule for emptying the account, but they won’t owe tax on the amount you converted. And as long as the Roth account is five years old — from the point you opened the Roth account — they can take out earnings tax free, as well. If you have multiple non-spouse heirs Continued on next page.

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Aging at home requires having the right home, flexible care by Jasmine Heimgartner

As the golden years approach, how they are spent is different for everyone. While they are many retirement communities available, some people desire to stay in their homes as long as possible. Whether it’s a few years off, moving a parent in or an immediate decision is needed, the home itself is key. “It’s making sure that your home is built to provide ongoing care — thinking about the modifications and ensuring you can be safely stay there whether downsizing or remodeling,”

Your IRA or 401(k) Continued from preceding page. with very different tax situations, you might consider leaving more of the Roth to heirs who are already in a high income tax bracket and earmark traditional accounts for heirs with a lower tax rate. Just be sure to think through the net after-tax inheritance for each. Head spinning? Working with an adviser who has experience dealing with all the moving pieces is key. Or maybe consider actually spending more of the accounts now. On you. Or on them. Yes, that has tax implications for you (see above re: working with a tax pro), but it’s an effective way to reduce what is left to inherit, while potentially enjoying yourself even more now, or helping the younger generations start saving for retirement. You could even gift money for funding a Roth IRA. Or help with a down-payment fund for a home. ©2021 Rate.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

said Blake Thomas, CCA Home Care business development coordinator. “People also have to think about the financial side and what they want their future to look like. If you want to stay at home, you need the finances set aside to pay for care.” One of the first decisions is whether the home’s layout is suitable. Multi-level homes may have once been the go-to with second-story bedrooms but navigating stairs and the added maintenance isn’t ideal as people age. Ranch-style Thomas homes are becoming a hot commodity, but thought is required before diving into a new purchase. “Many people prefer one-story living, but they want accommodations for when family comes to visit,” said Paul Foresman, Design Basics, vice president, director of business development. “We hear often times from people who downsize that they failed to think about where the grandkids will sleep. That is a significant consideration to keep in mind.” While baby boomers are aging, many of them are caregivers for their elderly parents. On the flipside, many desire to stay close with their adult children. Multi-generational homes are becoming a hot trend to accommodate both situations. “Our best-selling plans have two owner suites on the main floor,” Foresman said. “Having the two owner suites means that they don’t have to be worrying about climbing stairs. The

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GROW Nebraska gains momentum, nets record membership counts Continued from page 1. the COVID-19 outbreak. “Some of our businesses did over $200,000 in sales each month.” The organization based at Younes Campus in Kearney provides one-on-one technical assistance, training and marketing platforms to its business-members. Additionally, its Buy Nebraska Gift Store, also on Younes Campus, serves as a market to test and launch new products. When GROW Nebraska launched in 1998, it reportedly had 60 members. At the time of this writing, the nonprofit’s membership exceeded 400 small Nebraska businesses. Collectively, these businesses employ more than 1,300 people. In June, Ehrke noted those members that did well through the pandemic had not only a strong presence on sites such as BuyNebraska.com, but they also specialized in certain products that resonated during those most uncertain times. For instance, she referred to the member that sells bags (50 pounds each) of organic flour and other bulk cooking products. “The big winners had those types of products,” Ehrke said. For those that struggled, Ehrke noted that GROW offered half-price “scholarships” for membership. “We knew we couldn’t help them if we couldn’t work with them,” she added. Interestingly, it was another considerable challenge that ultimately led to the development of the GROW Nebraska Women’s Business Center (GNWBC): Historic flooding that quite literally put parts of Kearney and the surrounding area under water in 2019. “In our headquarters, we had two-anda-half-feet of water,” Ehrke said. “We were kicked out of our [headquarters] in June until the end of August.” She recalled how, in the midst of everything, “we tried to do other things to do distract us.” Those “other things” were the genesis of GNWBC. Alongside Metropolitan Community College Entrepreneurship Studies Program Director, Heather Nelson, and Metro Omaha Women’s Business Center founder and President, BC Clark, the wheels were actively put in motion to launch what would become the center within the Empowerment Center at 5190 Sprague Plaza in Omaha. Formerly, Ehrke had interfaced with the Nebraska District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration about developing a resource hub for women interested in starting and growing businesses. “I was stunned to read an article about how North Dakota and South Dakota both had women’s business centers and Nebraska didn’t,” she said. Ultimately, according to GROW information, the GNWBC was among 20 new women’s business centers funded by the SBA to serve “rural, urban, and underserved communities.” The Omaha center is led by Executive Director Candice Price. “It’s been really well received,” Ehrke said, adding that Price had noted demand has been such for their assistance that the center already needs another employee/ counselor to serve the women’s business

From left, Metro Omaha Women’s Business Center President BC Clark and Executive Director Candice Price at the GROW Women’s Business Center’s ribbon cutting event. (Courtesy of GROW Nebraska) the Nebraska State Fair were both on the community. At the time that Ehrke spoke with the horizon; to the former July 15 opportunity Midlands Business Journal, its MarkeTech at Younes Conference Center, she spoke to 2021 event and its expansive exhibit at keynotes and presentations on marketing

in a post-COVID environment. Panels will also feature members, such as Pacha Soap Co. and An Affair from the Heart, sharing the likes of storytelling through video and digital outlets. “It’s about turning lemons into lemonade,” Ehrke said. “I try to tell people you have to be on multiple e-commerce sites where people can find you.” Channeling the famous Winston Churchill quote “Never let a good crisis go to waste,” Ehrke noted: “Seize the opportunity to reinvent your business. Those businesses who reinvented themselves and got digitally savvy won during the crisis.” She also expressed optimism that visitors would be back to the Nebraska State Fair in late August and early September. “The partnership has helped us to launch a whole bunch of our products,” she said. GROW Nebraska hosts an exhibit that is consistently among one of the largest at the annual tradition. Partnerships are the name of the game; in addition to those with businesses, such as serving as the authorized online seller for Dorothy Lynch salad dressing, Ehrke highlighted teaming up with state agencies For instance, through its partnering with the Nebraska Tourism Commission, GROW sells products emblazoned with the hard-to-miss state travel slogan: “Nebraska: Honestly, It’s Not for Everyone.” Likewise, they partnered with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission on selling products designed to commemorate its 100th anniversary celebrations. “We’ve gotten some big hitters to become part of this whole ecosystem,” Ehrke said.

NMC Cat targets small business techniques Continued from page 1. Gering. agricultural sector. Additional field service trucks are Weeter, who was raised in a farm and being added to assist customers via ranching family in Chappell, Nebras- NMC Cat’s six truck centers where the ka, brings more than a decade of NMC latest diagnostic, repair and preventative Cat experience to maintenance work is his new position. NMC Cat done on large diesel He moved through engines, glider kits Phone: 402-891-8600 the management and parts. Address: 11002 Sapp Brothers Drive, ranks beginning as Industries served Omaha 68138 branch operations include agriculture, Services: sales, service and leasing of manager, technology construction, electric heavy equipment sales, assistant vice power generation, Founded: 1938 by Joe Swanson president of CAT industrial engines, Employees: 650 machine group — landscaping and Industry outlook: While the economy is among others — bewaste management. making a comeback, Nebraska operafore being given his Weeter said gentions are better positioned for growth. new responsibilities erators are being Website: nmccat.com in January. supplied for several Prior to joining data center projects NMC Cat, Weeter started with a 11-year with as many as three at one site. Other stint with Fastenal, an industrial supply large users include hospitals. provider. “We have a variety of innovative Weeter, who came to Omaha in 2011 products and solutions among our nine from his first NMC Cat assignment in divisions,” he said. “We can bring addiNorth Platte, said his various assign- tional pieces (engineering, technology) to ments within the growing company have supply the solution.” prepared him to his new leadership post. By taking a statewide view, Weeter In addition to a sales, parts and service said wind farms in the Sandhills provide branch at 2800 Nebraska Ave. in Council NMC Cat with a “ton of rental business.” Bluffs, Nebraska locations include 401 Projects along Interstates 80 & 29 in NW 56th St., in Lincoln, plus Doniphan, Omaha and Council Bluffs are providing Norfolk, North Platte, and Scottsbluff/ heavy use of NMC Cat equipment.

From the construction of additional beef plants to some specialized mining projects, Weeter said the growth opportunities abound for NMC Cat. Enhanced service in its truck centers is also being considered. Improvements made over the past five years have diversified the number and depth of the services offered. About 70% of the service work is being done on Cat vehicles, but in the future more services will be promoted for non-Cat equipment. “From feedlot to over-the-road truck,” Weeter said of the widening scope. In addition to an increase in field technicians and trucks added over the past 10 years, Weeter said there’s plans for at least 10 more additions over the next five years. Weeter said the business has made a significant investment in sustainability with its “Go paperless” initiative. The project involves online access to invoices, statements and secure electronic payments. NMC was founded in North Platte in 1938 by Joe Swanson, a former highway engineer. His grandson Richard Swanson currently heads the firm. The firm’s headquarters was moved to Omaha in 1983 with the Swanson family’s purchase of Missouri Valley Equipment from its longtime owner, Rufus Amis.

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Vanishing teller jobs threaten women’s banking entry point by Kevin Orland

For years, women have gotten a foot in the door to the finance industry by becoming bank tellers. Now that path is disappearing. The number of tellers — a job in which four out of five positions Banking are held by women — has dropped more than 20% in the U.S. and Canada in the past decade as transactions move from branches to mobile phones. The figure, already projected before the pandemic to fall further over

the next 10 years, may decline even faster after Covid-19 lockdowns accelerated the adoption of digital banking. Technological advances are eliminating the need for bank tellers, threatening an entry point for women into the male-dominated industry which has sought to promote more females to leadership roles. While the climb remains steep, some financial companies have managed to improve the gender balance in their executive ranks. “I wouldn’t have been a banker without ALTERNATING NAMES

it,” former Wells Fargo & Co. Chair Betsy Duke, who started as a teller, said in an interview. “I wouldn’t have had the career that I had.” Women hold 51% of entry-level positions and 38% of senior-management jobs in the banking and consumer-finance industry in the U.S., according to a report last year from McKinsey & Co. Both figures are higher than the average across industries, according to the study. The picture is similar in Canada, with women constituting about 57% of the workforce at the country’s six largest banks and holding 38% of senior-management positions, according to 2019 data from the Canadian Bankers Association. The figures are far less encouraging at the highest levels. Only one of the 18 banks in the S&P 500 Index has a female chief executive officer. In Canada, just one of the country’s eight largest publicly traded banks has a woman at the helm. “When you already have a workforce that has a lot of women, there are more opportunities for women’s leadership,” said Sarah Kaplan, a professor at the University of Toronto and the director of the Institute for Gender and the Economy. The picture has improved somewhat over the past year, with Jane Fraser being named head of Citigroup Inc. in September, and Rania Llewellyn taking the top job at Laurentian Bank of Canada a month later, making her the first female CEO of a publicly traded Canadian bank. The teller position has been the springboard for some of the highest-ranking women in North American banking.

Llewellyn of Laurentian Bank, Bank of the West Chief Executive Officer Nandita Bakhshi, Toronto-Dominion Canadian personal-banking head Teri Currie and Duke all started as tellers. Duke said the movement of women into banking’s highest ranks is happening much slower than she expected, but she’s optimistic about the industry’s future, in part because banks have diversified their boards. ‘Bench Strength’ “When you look at the bench strength in all of the banking world, the next generation of CEOs will include a number of outstanding women,” she said. After graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in dramatic arts, Duke took a position as a part-time teller at First & Merchants National Bank in her hometown of Virginia Beach, Virginia — not because of any interest in the industry, but because she needed a job. That started a career that would include stints as CEO, chief operating officer and chief financial officer at a variety of firms, as well as time as a Federal Reserve governor. But the path she took into the industry is narrowing as transactions went increasingly digital. That’s allowed banks to cut down branch networks, further shrinking teller ranks. In the U.S., the number of tellers has slid 24% in the 10 years through May, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In Canada, the number of customer-service representatives at financial institutions has Continued on next page.

4 out of 10 employers will fire employees for not returning to office, survey says by Garfield Hylton

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Employers responding to a survey about remote workers say they will fire employees if they don’t return to the office. A new survey from Digital.com shows employers and employees are not on the same page when working from home. Digital surveyed 1,500 small business owners. Workplace 50% of employees said most workers worked on-site full-time, 18% had a hybrid schedule for in-person/remote working. 38% said they had a primarily remote workforce and, as such, were eliminated from the rest of the survey. According to the survey, a large portion of employers wants employees back in the office. Thirty-nine percent said they expect everyone to return to the office, 20% will let employees choose, and 17% will make hybrid schedules permanent. Only 10% are making the switch to fulltime remote work a permanent fixture. Thirty-nine percent of employers said if employees don’t come back to work on-site, they will fire them. Employers willing to fire employees for not returning had a variety of reasons; 49% said the job requires employees to be in the office because they can only do them in person. They cite better interaction with clients, better collaboration, and social aspects improving versus working from home.

They also believe employee productivity has dropped with the move to remote work. Employers most willing to fire workers belong to the IT, finance and advertising industries. But, one expert is pushing back. “It’s true that in-person, human interaction has tremendous value for certain types of teams ... but that’s old-school thinking. Remote work is just an extension of this existing trend, and companies that are stuck in an old mindset will be left behind,” said Digital’s small business expert Dennis Consorte. Consorte believes the pandemic didn’t bring about the shift to remote work since it sped up the inevitable. He also thinks the move will cause small businesses to lose out on valued employees who “may seek out remote opportunities elsewhere.” Another possible roadblock to employers bringing employees back into the office is COVID-19 vaccinations. Some 55% of employers said they are mandating mask-wearing at work, while 52% will enforce social distancing. According to the survey, 42% want employees fully vaccinated, and 54% are requiring it for anyone choosing to return to the office full-time. Digital surveyed on April 7 and 8 from a pool of 1,500 American small business owners. ©2021 Orlando Sentinel. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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Cow masks? Cargill tries methane-absorbing wearable device by Kristen Leigh Painter

Many humans adjusted to wearing masks last year for the greater good. Why not cows? Cargill Inc. is partnering with Zelp Ltd., a U.K.-based startup, to distribute devices that are put over a dairy cow’s nose to absorb methane released by their burps and exhales. Agriculture Minnetonka-based Cargill, with a sizable animal nutrition business in Europe, is working with dairy farmers there to gauge and shore up interest in using Zelp’s cowmask technology. It’s the latest in a series of experimental pilots, programs and technologies being explored by the mammoth agribusiness as it seeks to reduce the environmental toll of livestock within its supply chain. “It’s obviously reducing methane — that’s the primary piece — but it also improves animal welfare because we are able to capture, analyze and process data about the animals and their behavior and eating habits,” said Heather Tansey, sustainability director for Cargill’s protein and animal nutrition businesses.

The wearable device is fitted on a harness and hangs over the cow’s nostrils like a window awning. The accessory captures and converts methane, of which 90 to 95% is released through a cow’s mouth through belches or exhalations, into carbon dioxide. Zelp notes that while CO2 is also a greenhouse gas, methane is a far more potent contributor to warming the planet. Early trials suggest its devices effectively capture more than half the methane emissions created by the dairy cows. As one of the world’s largest purveyors of agricultural goods, Cargill is under constant pressure to clean up its supply chain in everything from palm oil to soy. Its beef production, concentrated largely in North America, is arguably under the greatest consistent pressure because of the greenhouse gas emissions of ruminants. Recent events have ratcheted up the scrutiny in new ways. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed vulnerabilities of a concentrated meat industry, with four major processors, including Cargill, controlling roughly 80% of the U.S. beef market. The recent ransomware attack on

Vanishing teller jobs threaten women’s banking entry point Continued from preceding page. fallen 27% from 2010 through last year, according to Statistics Canada. Advice Centers In moves fairly common for the industry, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce has trimmed its branch network by 9.2% over the past five years, and has converted about 20% of its locations into “advice centers” that don’t have tellers at all. The tellers at locations that still have them also have new duties, like helping customers find the right credit card, said Peter Lee, the bank’s executive vice president for banking centers. “Those roles evolve from being very focused on transactions, to being able to do transactions, but at the same time acquiring different skills,” Lee said in an interview. In the U.S., the number of teller jobs is projected to slip 15% from 2019 to 2029, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and in Canada the government is forecasting an 8.4% drop from 2018 to 2028. As teller jobs dwindle, and as those that remain include higher-value responsibilities, there’s a risk that banks will raise the educational requirements for those jobs, said Kaplan of the University of Toronto. Pathway Threatened With about 80% of tellers lacking a bachelor’s degree, that threatens a pathway into the corporate world for women from less-privileged backgrounds. Teller jobs are relatively high-paying and have regular hours that allow workers to attend classes on the side. “It’s an on-ramp to a middle-class lifestyle for people who don’t have more than a high-school education, and this is going to take away one of those on-ramps,” Kaplan said. Currie, who leads Toronto-Dominion’s Canadian personal-banking operations, started with the lender as a teller in Calgary after her first year of university. She stuck with the job throughout college because of the engaging work and the steady hours

that allowed her to continue her education, she said in an interview. Before taking the position, she’d originally planned to be a math teacher, but after graduating she decided to stay. Many colleagues with similar decades-long banking careers started out in much the same way, Currie said. “It was clear that there is and continues to be lots of opportunity at the bank to grow a career,” she said. “I’m a great example of that good fortune.” Currie said she isn’t concerned that a decline in tellers will set back women’s progress in finance. She noted that 53% of the bank’s overall hires last year were women and that women accounted for 54% of its promotions in Canada. Bakhshi, CEO of BNP Paribas SA’s Bank of the West, said in an interview that a “huge focus” for her is getting women into roles in which they’re accountable for a business’s bottom line. She started in banking as a part-time teller at a Northeast Savings Bank branch in upstate Latham, New York, after immigrating to the U.S. from India more than three decades ago. While she already had a master’s degree in international relations, the job was conveniently located at a nearby mall while she looked for other opportunities. She ended up staying in the industry, moving through roles at Bank of America Corp., Toronto-Dominion and other firms, before becoming Bank of the West’s CEO in 2016. “What we need is a very strong pipeline and a very strong talent-management process, where you seek out women not only when they arrive, but when they are going through the process — when they are taking on new challenges,” Bakhshi said in an interview. “You’ve got to support them. You’ve got to mentor them and bring them along.” ©2021 Bloomberg L.P. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

competitor JBS USA again highlighted the influence the dominant meat companies have on the nation’s supply of conventional proteins. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations estimates that 14.5% of greenhouse gas emissions caused by human activity are due to the feeding, raising and processing of livestock. Last year Cargill rolled out its Beef Up program aimed at cutting its U.S. beef emissions by 30%. Its efforts so far have largely been focused on partnering with conservation nonprofits and major U.S. retailers and restaurants, including McDonald’s and Target, to expand soil health-improvement techniques, commonly called regenerative agriculture, that use specialized grazing practices to capture carbon in fields and pastures. The cow-mask product is still in a trial period and, with Cargill’s network of dairy farmers in Europe , could scale more quickly. “If it is successful in capturing and converting methane to CO2, and you can scale it up and put it on a lot of farms ... then, yes, [meaningfully cutting emissions] is definitely a possibility,” said Brad Heins, a dairy production professor and researcher at the University of Minnesota. Cargill said it doesn’t plan to bring the mask technology to the U.S. for use on beef cattle. But Heins said he believes such a device could easily be applied to a feedlot setting. Perhaps the most important factor in the success of the apparatus will be the

cost, Heins said. “It has to beat a certain price point. There has to be some economic advantage to the farmer. Obviously economics drive a lot of their decisions,” Heins said. The company said it hasn’t determined the cost of the device yet, and much of it depends on incentives given European dairy farmers that, according to a Cargill spokesman, are “rapidly evolving and will certainly have changed by the time we will go to market.” Zelp says the cows quickly adjust to the wearable device, which also collects data that can detect early signs of disease or when the cows are most fertile. The distributor partnership builds on Cargill’s existing sales portfolio, which includes feed additives that claim to lower methane production within the animal’s gut. Tansey said the company sees a clear sales pitch for this device. “We think there are some really interesting insights we are going to be able to gain with producers around sustainability,” Tansey said. “There are a lot of downstream customers that are interested in reducing the impact of the milk they are buying.” Farmers looking to sell “climate-smart milk” that fetches a premium could see the financial benefit. “We believe the farmers that will be interested in this product,” Tansey said, “are ones selling to companies wanting a more sustainable supply chain.” ©2021 StarTribune. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WHEELOCK HOLDINGS, LLC Notice is hereby given that a limited liability company has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the company is Wheelock Holdings, LLC. The name and street address of the company’s initial registered agent is Law Offices of Barbara Medbery-Prchal, P.C., L.L.O., 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68164. The designated office is located at 11653 Douglas Street, Omaha, NE 68154. Xioalei Wheelock, Members First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

WALENTINE O'TOOLE, Attorneys 11240 Davenport Street P.O. Box 540125 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF STASTNY PROPERTIES, LLC Stastny Properties, LLC, with its initial designated office at 18906 Rosewood St., Omaha, NE 68136, gives notice that it filed its Certificate of Organization with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 26, 2021, and that it has been organized as a Nebraska limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial agent for 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 A. Stastny, Jr., Member/Manager Jason Stastny, Member Craig Stastny, Member First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

SCOTT D. JOCHIM, Attorney CROKER HUCK LAW FIRM 2120 S. 72ND STREET, SUITE 1200 OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF KEEPER OF THE FLOWERS, LLC The name of the limited liability company is Keeper of the Flowers, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 702 South 38th Street, Omaha, NE 68105. The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is Scott D. Jochim, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HIGH LIFE MAPLE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that High Life Maple, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 20231 Manderson Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 30, 2021

RICHARD A. TROIA, Attorney RICHARD TROIA LAW 9802 Nicholas Street, Suite 375 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-2168 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF DLH Wealth Management LLC. Notice is hereby given of DLH Wealth Management LLC is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the Company’s initial designated office is 6910 Pacific Street, Suite 214, Omaha, NE 681061045. The name and address of the registered agent is Richard A. Troia, 9802 Nicholas Street, Suite 375, Omaha, NE 68114-2168. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Act. The company commenced existence on April 13, 2021, and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Member Managed Limited Liability Company. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

RICHARD A. TROIA, Attorney RICHARD TROIA LAW 9802 Nicholas Street, Suite 375 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-2168 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF 45 WAAC Notice is hereby given of the formation of a Mutual Benefit non-profit corporation under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the non-profit corporation is 45 WAAC. The Name of the incorporator is Samuel Morehead, 1806 Smith Road, Bellevue, NE 68005. The address of the company’s initial designated office is 101 Washington Square, Building 40, Room 120, Offutt AFB, NE 68113. The name and address of the registered agent is Richard A. Troia, 9802 Nicholas Street, Suite 375, Omaha, NE 68114-2168. The Corporation is a Mutual Benefit Corporation and may engage in any lawful business for which a mutual benefit nonprofit corporation may be formed under the Nebraska Nonprofit Corporation Act. The company commenced existence on April 8, 2021 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Board of Directors and such Officers as prescribed by the Articles of Incorporation. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

MARK J. LAPUZZA, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WILCZYNSKI HOME IMPROVEMENTS, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Wilczynski Home Improvements, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is Wilczynski Home Improvements, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 21311 Quarry Lane, Gretna, NE 68028. 3. The name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is Mark J. LaPuzza, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF XOONIES, LLC Notice is hereby given that a professional limited liability company has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the company is Xoonies, LLC. The name and street address of the company’s initial registered agent is Law Offices of Barbara Medbery-Prchal, P.C., L.L.O., 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68164. The designated office is located at 1913 Atlas Drive, Papillion, NE 68133. Jacob Cooper, Member First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ONE HILL CONSTRUCTION, LLC Notice is hereby given that a limited liability company has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the company is One Hill Construction, LLC. The name and street address of the company’s initial registered agent is Law Offices of Barbara Medbery-Prchal, P.C., L.L.O., 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68164. The designated office is located at 7220 Northridge Drive, Omaha, NE 68112. Michael Hill, Member First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

ERIN K. ARTZ, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF HOME CONNECT SOLUTIONS, 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 Home Connect Solutions, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 20210 Gate Dancer Street #3, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The name and address of the registered agent and office is LDM Business Services, 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The general nature of the business is any or all lawful business. The company commenced existence on May 18, 2021 and shall have a perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF THE CHARCUTERIE BEE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that The Charcuterie Bee, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 19407 Madison Plaza #24, Omaha, Nebraska 68135 and designating its registered agent as Tracy D. Wilson with its registered office at 19407 Madison Plaza #24, Omaha, Nebraska 68135. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

MATTHEW WURSTNER, Attorney CARLSON & BURNETT, LLP 17525 Arbor Street Omaha, Nebraska 68130 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF VISION QUEST SKILLS USA II, LLC Notice is hereby given that VISION QUEST SKILLS USA II, LLC is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office is 2002 Douglas Street, #100, Omaha, Nebraska 68102. The Company’s initial registered agent in the State of Nebraska is Matthew Wurstner, whose address is 2002 Douglas Street, #100, Omaha, NE 68102. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Company commenced with filing its Certificate of Organization on June 17, 2021 and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Manager Managed Limited Liability Company Matthew Wurstner, Organizer First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

SMITH SLUSKY POHREN & ROGERS LLP 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION ELKHORN MOTOR COMPANY, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, with its initial designated office at 12511 Deer Creek Drive, Omaha, Nebraska, 68142, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The registered agent is Shaun M. James, Smith Slusky Law, 8712 West Dodge Road – Suite 400, Omaha, Nebraska, 68114. The Limited Liability Company shall engage in any lawful business for which a limited liability company may be formed under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The perpetual existence commenced March 13, 2018. Its affairs are to be conducted by its Managers pursuant to an Operating Agreement duly adopted by the Company. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

FP TRANSITIONS, LLC ERICKA LANGONE, Attorney at Law 4900 Meadows Rd, Suite 300, Lake Oswego, Oregon 97035. NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF HFOS, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that HFOS, Inc. has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the corporation is 9300 Underwood Avenue, Suite 500, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The company is authorized to issue 10,000 shares of common stock, with a par value of $0.01 per share. The registered agent and office of the corporation is Timothy J. Harrison 9300 Underwood Avenue, Suite 500, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The incorporator of the Company is Ericka M. Langone, Attorney at Law, 4900 Meadows Road, Suite 300, Lake Oswego, Oregon 97035. The corporation commenced business on April 22, 2021. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

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Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF MERGER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Articles of Merger of USG Construction LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, with and into Seldin, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 1, 2021 in accordance with the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The effective date of the merger is June 1, 2021. The surviving entity in the merger is Seldin, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that KRBD Services LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 402 Sherwood Drive, Gretna, Nebraska 68028. The Registered Agent of the Company is Sarah Lakers, 402 Sherwood Drive, Gretna, Nebraska 68028. The Company was formed on June 16, 2021. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

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 SANDCASTLE DREAMS LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sandcastle Dreams LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 18705 Nina 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 June 21, 2021. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP, Attorneys 13330 California Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Second Amended Certificate of Organization for South Pointe Properties, L.L.C., a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on May 2, 2018 wherein the members of the Company were updated. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NERBASKA Case Number CI21-6282 IN RE NAME CHANGE OF ABDI MOHAMED SHUKRI. Notice is hereby given that on the 9th day of June, 2021, a petition was filed in the District Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the object and prayer of which is for the change of the petitioner's name from ABDI MOHAMED SHUKRI to ABDIFATAH SULEYMAN ALI. A hearing will be had on said petition before the Honorable Todd O Engleman, in courtroom no. 504, 1701 Farnam Street, F2, Omaha, NE, 68183 on the 20th day of July 2021 at 1:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., or as soon thereafter as will be conveinent for the court and that unless sufficent cause is shown to the contrary, the petitioner's name will be changed from that of ABDI MOHAMED SHUKRI, to ABDIFATAH SULEYMAN ALI. ABDI MOHAMED SHUKURI 1507 N 48TH St., Omaha, NE 68104 First publication June 18, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF AMENDMENT OF LIVE LIFESTYLE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Certificate of Organization of Astro Theatre, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been amended to change the name of the Company to Astro Theater, LLC. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 26, 2021. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

JUSTIN A. SHELDON, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MICHALSKI LAWN CARE LLC Notice is hereby given that MICHALSKI LAWN CARE LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The address of the initial designated office of the company is 2304 Campanile Road, Waterloo, NE 68009. The agent for service of process for the Company is VW Agents LLC located at 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 OTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SASH CONSULTING, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that SASH Consulting, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 June 15, 2021. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF INCORPORATION Notice is hereby given that The Gathering Network Church of The Christian and Missionary Alliance, a Nebraska Non-Profit Religious Corporation, has been organized under the Laws of the State of Nebraska on June 1, 2021. The registered agent and office: Alex Rousseau, 3245 Starr Street, Lincoln, NE 68503, is the incorporator of the corporation. The corporation will have members. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given the registration with the Nebraska Secretary of state’s office of LAIRA, LLC under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows: The name of the company is LAIRA, LLC. Registered agent and office of LAIRA, LLC is Richard Smith at 8790 F Street Suite 201, Omaha, NE 68127. The designated address is 8790 F Street Suite 201, Omaha, NE 68127. Initial members: Richard Smith. General nature of the business is to transact any and all lawful business for which limited liability companies are allowed by statute. The LLC was organized in June 2021 for the perpetual duration and is managed by its members. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION AND AMENDMENT OF HEY LIBRARIAN, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Hey Librarian, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Initial Designated Office Address of the Company was 10245 Edna St, La Vista, NE 68128, later amended to 3157 Farnam Street, Suite 7104 #7239, Omaha, Nebraska, 68131. The Registered Agent of the Company is USCA, Inc., 1603 Farnam Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68102. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF MY MONTESSORI SCHOOL, LLC Notice is hereby given that the Certificate of Organization of My Montessori School, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been amended changing the name of the company to XXXXRoy, LLC. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 11, 2021. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HIGH LIFE HOLDINGS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that High Life Holdings, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

GROSS & WELCH, P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 2120 South 72 Street, Suite 1500 Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF HYDRA CONTRACTING, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Hydra Contracting, Inc., a Nebraska corporation, is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, its registered agent is Frederick D. Stehlik, and its registered office is located at 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1500, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The general nature of its business is to do and transact fully, and to the same extent as natural persons might or could do in any part of the world, any and all lawful business for which a corporation may be incorporated under the Nebraska Business Corporation Act, as amended from time to time. The authorized capital is $10,000.00 of common stock, consisting of 10,000 shares having a par value of $1.00 each, payable in money or other property, but not in stock or securities. The corporation became a body corporate on May 5, 2021 and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the corporation are to be conducted by a Board of Directors, and the officers shall be a President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer, and such other officers as shall be designated in the Bylaws. Frederick D. Stehlik Incorporator First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given the registration with the Nebraska Secretary of state’s office of El Don Mecanic, LLC under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows: The name of the company is El Don Mecanic, LLC. Registered agent and office of El Don Mecanic, LLC is Tomas Miranda Lorenzo at 3716 Q Street, Omaha, NE 68107. The designated address is 3716 Q Street, Omaha, NE 68107. Initial members: Tomas Miranda Lorenzo. General nature of the business is to transact any and all lawful business for which limited liability companies are allowed by statute. The LLC was organized in June 2021 for the perpetual duration and is managed by its members. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given the registration with the Nebraska Secretary of state’s office of JAH Construction, LLC under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows: The name of the company is JAH Construction, LLC. Registered agent and office of JAH Construction, LLC is Saul Valdez Martinez at 5401 N 9th Street, Omaha, NE 68110. The designated address is 5401 N 9th Street, Omaha, NE 68110. Initial members: Saul Valdez Martinez. General nature of the business is to transact any and all lawful business for which limited liability companies are allowed by statute. The LLC was organized in May 2021 for the perpetual duration and is managed by its members. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given the registration with the Nebraska Secretary of state’s office of Cortez Cleaning & Hauling, LLC under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows: The name of the company is Cortez Cleaning & Hauling, LLC. Registered agent and office of Cortez Cleaning & Hauling, LLC is Jose Luis Martinez Gonzalez at 3015 S 23rd Street, Omaha, NE 68108. The designated address is 3015 S 23rd Street, Omaha, NE 68108. Initial members: Jose Luis Martinez Gonzalez and Esmeralda Cortes. General nature of the business is to transact any and all lawful business for which limited liability companies are allowed by statute. The LLC was organized in June 2021 for the perpetual duration and is managed by its members. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

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 KUBAT PHARMACY LOUISVILLE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kubat Pharmacy Louisville, LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 4924 Center Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68106. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Koley Jessen P.C., LLO, 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, NE 68124. The limited liability company commenced business on June 1, 2021. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

Midlands Business Journal • JULY 9, 2021 • Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF TAMARA THE DAWN, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that TAMARA THE DAWN, INC., is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a registered office at 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The registered agent is ANTHONY L. GROSS. The general nature of the business is to operate a general consulting 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 consulting 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 June 4, 2021, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 26, 2021, 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 By-Laws, and the officers shall be a President, Vice-President, 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 July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF ALEX STRONG, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ALEX STRONG, INC., is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a registered office at 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The registered agent is ANTHONY L. GROSS. The general nature of the business is to operate a general firework sales 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 firework sales 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 June 17, 2021, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 26, 2021, 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 By-Laws, and the officers shall be a President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer, and such other officers as shall be designated in the By-Laws. ANTHONY L. GROSS, Incorporator CATHERINE L. WHITE, Incorporator South 87th Street, Omaha, NE 68124 First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF BOOKKEEPING BY CARRIE ANGLIM, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that BOOKKEEPING BY CARRIE ANGLIM, INC., is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a registered office at 1213 Pierce Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68108. The registered agent is CARRIE A. ANGLIM. The general nature of the business is to operate a general bookkeeping 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 bookkeeping 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 June 14, 2021, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 26, 2021, 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 By-Laws, and the officers shall be a President, Vice-President, 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 July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LIONS+LAMB, L.L.C. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that LIONS+LAMB, L.L.C., is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a designated and registered office at 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The affairs of the company are to be conducted by the manager and registered officer, JAMAL S. ROBINSON. 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 June 2, 2021, and filed Certificate of Organization with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 26, 2021, and shall have perpetual existence. JAMAL S. ROBINSON, Organizational Member 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, NE 68124 First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NEBRASKA. D 01 CI 21 0005170 BILLIE M. FARBER, Plaintiff vs. STEPHEN BOGGS, Defendant To: STEPHEN BOGGS, Defendant, last known address: 825 Marion Ave Rd N, Mansfield Ohio 44903 Please take notice that on May 11, 2021, BILLIE M. FARBER, filed a Complaint For Annulment (Alternatively, for Dissolution) of Marriage in the District Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, at Case Number D 01 CI 21 0005170, BILLIE M. FARBER, Plaintiff v STEPHEN BOGGS, Defendant, wherein Plaintiff is seeking the annulment (Alternatively, the dissolution) of your purported (or actual) marriage to Plaintiff purportedly (or actually) entered into on August 29, 2004, in Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. Plaintiff is also seeking a division of property and debt, and for such other and further relief the Court finds just and equitable. The Honorable Judge Tressa M. Alioth authorized Service by Publication by her written and filed June 22, 2021 Order. A copy of said Complaint For Annulment (Alternatively, for Dissolution) may be secured by contacting the undersigned attorney or by contacting the Clerk of the Douglas County, Nebraska, District Court, 300 Hall of Justice, 1701 Farnam Street – 3rd Floor, Omaha, NE 68183 or by calling said Clerk @ 402-444-7018. Defendant, STEPHEN BOGGS is required to answer said Complaint on or before August 24, 2021, which is (will be) at least 30 days after the last publication hereof. If STEPHEN BOGGS fails to so answer said Complaint or otherwise plead, judgments and orders on the Complaint may and shall be entered against STEPHEN BOGGS. BILLIE M. FARBER, Plaintiff Joseph J. Skudlarek #13869 1055 North 115 St., Suite 301 Omaha, NE 68154 402-522-6001 jjskudlarek@jjskudlarek.com Plaintiff's Attorney First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

Timothy J. Buckley, #20961 SMITH, SLUCKY, POHREN & ROGERS, LLP 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 LEGAL NOTICE In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. PR21-959 Estate of Rosalie J. Huetter, Deceased Notice is hereby given that on June 16, 2021, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the Registrar issued a written statement of Informal Probate of the Will of said Decedent and that Patti J. Huetter, whose address is 510 Sandy Pointe Lane Ashland, NE 68003 was informally appointed by the Registrar as Personal Representative of the Estate. Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 330, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before September 2, 2021 or be forever barred. CARROL L. MILLS Registrar First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GRANDVIEW APARTMENTS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Grandview Apartments, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 7180 North 122nd Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68142. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

ERIN K. ARTZ, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF JK DIAGNOSTICS & SERVICE SOLUTIONS, 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 JK Diagnostics & Service Solutions, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 5121 Rosebriar Ct., Lincoln, Nebraska 68114. The name and address of the registered agent and office is LDM Business Services, 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The general nature of the business is any or all lawful business. The company commenced existence June 21, 2021 and shall have a perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

GROSS & WELCH, P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 2120 South 72 Street, Suite 1500 Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 4022 LAFAYETTE AVE, LLC a Nebraska Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given that 4022 LAFAYETTE AVE, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 5828 South 100th Plaza, #38, Omaha, Nebraska 68127, its registered agent is Frederick D. Stehlik, and its registered office located at 2120 South 72 Street, Suite 1500, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 June 9, 2021, the Company commenced business thereon, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by the Managing Member. Frederick D. Stehlik, Organizer First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

Belin Law Firm, P.C., L.L.O. filed notice of dissolution with the Nebraska secretary of state, effective June 30, 2021. Phil Belin, the law firm's president, sole shareholder and director, will wind up and liquidate its business and affairs. The law firm has no outstanding liabilities nor assets First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF OWEN INDUSTRIES ACQUISITIONS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Owen Industries Acquisitions, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 200 North 55th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68132. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF KEEPING MY STUFF, LLC Notice is hereby given that a limited liability company has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the company is Keeping My Stuff, LLC. The name and street address of the company’s initial registered agent is Law Offices of Barbara Medbery-Prchal, P.C., L.L.O., 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68164. The designated office is located at 3104 Blue Ridge Drive, Bellevue, NE 68147. Allen Turner, Member First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LUCHT ENTERPRISES, LLC Notice is hereby given that a limited liability company has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the company is Lucht Enterprises, LLC The name and street address of the company’s initial registered agent is Law Offices of Barbara Medbery-Prchal, P.C., L.L.O., 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68164. The designated office is located at 824 S. 49th Street, Omaha, NE 68106. Mark Lucht, Member First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF MERGER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Articles of Merger of New World Group LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, with and into Seldin, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 1, 2021 in accordance with the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The effective date of the merger is June 1, 2021. The surviving entity in the merger is Seldin, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

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Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES Walentine O'Toole, LLP, Attorneys 11240 Davenport Street P.O. Box 540125 Omaha, Nebraska 68154-0125 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MUDDY CREEK CONSULTING, LLC Muddy Creek Consulting, LLC, with its initial designated office at 7681 Castle St., Papillion, NE 68046, gives notice that it filed its Certificate of Organization with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 16, 2021, and that it has been organized as a Nebraska limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial agent for 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. Aaron Meyerle, Sole Member First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

RICHARD A. TROIA, Attorney RICHARD TROIA LAW 9802 Nicholas Street, Suite 375 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-2168 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF True North Professional Business Consulting LLC. Notice is hereby given of True North Professional Business Consulting LLC is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the Company’s initial designated office is 16320 L Street, Omaha, NE 68135. The name and address of the registered agent is Richard A. Troia, 9802 Nicholas Street, Suite 375, Omaha, NE 68114-2168. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Act. The company commenced existence on May 14, 2021, and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Member Managed Limited Liability Company. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RED TAIL KARATE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that RED TAIL KARATE, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 21106 Gretna, Nebraska 68028. The Registered Agent of the Company is Benjamin Carpick, 21106 Buchanan Parkway, Gretna, Nebraska 68028. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

RICHARD A. TROIA, Attorney RICHARD TROIA LAW 9802 Nicholas Street, Suite 375 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-2168 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF ALLIANCE LIFE SKILLS INC. Notice is hereby given of the formation of a Public Benefit non-profit corporation under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the non-profit corporation is Alliance Life Skills Inc. The Name of the incorporator is Brandon Kinnie, 16532 Dorcas Street, Omaha, NE 68130. The address of the company’s initial designated office is 16532 Drocas Street, Omaha, NE 68130. The name and address of the registered agent is Richard A. Troia, 9802 Nicholas Street, Suite 375, Omaha, NE 68114-2168. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on February 24, 2021 and shall have perpetual duration. The company shall have no members. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Board of Directors and such Officers as prescribed by the Articles of Incorporation. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP, Attorneys 13330 California Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an Amended and Restated Certificate of Organization for South Pointe Properties, L.L.C., a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 10, 2021. The Amendment omits specific reference to the membership of the Company and updates the designated address of the Company to 19580 West Highway 31, Springfield, Nebraska 68059-7213. Additionally, the registered address of the Company is updated to 11855 South 216th Street, Suite 3, Gretna, Nebraska 68028, and the registered agent is Kenneth J. Harpenau. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

FP TRANSITIONS, LLC ERICKA LANGONE, Attorney at Law 4900 Meadows Rd, Suite 300, Lake Oswego, Oregon 97035. NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 4 WIZARDS CORE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that 4 Wizards Core, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 9300 Underwood Avenue, Suite 500, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Timothy J. Harrison 9300 Underwood Avenue, Suite 500, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The limited liability company commenced business on April 17, 2021. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

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 LOVINGS REAL ESTATE HOLDINGS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Lovings Real Estate Holdings, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 5101 Galloway Street, Bellevue, Nebraska 68157. 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 June 22, 2021. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GEISE LOT 176, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Geise Lot 176, LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is Geise Lot 176, LLC; and 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 910 Sue Court, Plattsmouth, Nebraska 68048, 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 June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

MATTHEW T. PAYNE, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SMARTER SCAPES, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Smarter Scapes, LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is Smarter Scapes, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 1325 Franklin Street, Bellevue, Nebraska 68005, and the name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is Matthew T. Payne, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

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 DIVENTURES LEXINGTON, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that DiVentures Lexington, LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 11640 Arbor Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Koley Jessen P.C., LLO, 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, NE 68124. The limited liability company commenced business on June 19, 2021. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

ELIZABETH A. SEVCIK, Attorney CROKER HUCK LAW FIRM 2120 S. 72ND STREET, SUITE 1200 OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF DRAGON'S LAIR, LLC The name of the limited liability company is Dragon's Lair, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 7152 North 85th St., Omaha, NE 68122. The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is Elizabeth A. Sevcik, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

Alton E. Mitchell, Attorney at Law, LLC 1905 Harney Street, Suite 711 Omaha, Nebraska, 68102 Notice of Organization of Hatch & Dallon, Attorneys at Law, L.L.C. Notice is hereby given that a Limited Liability Company has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial Registered Agent is: Nathan Dallon 16308 Ohio Street Omaha, NE 68116 The address of the initial Designated Office is: Hatch & Dallon, Attorneys at Law, L.L.C. 16308 Ohio Street Omaha, NE 68116 The Certificate of Organization was filed with the Secretary of State on April 29, 2021. The Company has perpetual existence; the general nature of its business is as a law firm. Company business will be conducted by its Managers as described in the Company’s Certificate of Organization & Operating Agreement. The Company is organized to render a professional service, to wit: legal services by attorneys licensed in the State of Nebraska. Alton E. Mitchell, Authorized Representative First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF MERGER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Articles of Merger of New Universal Service Group LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, with and into Seldin, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 1, 2021 in accordance with the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The effective date of the merger is June 1, 2021. The surviving entity in the merger is Seldin, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF AMBASSADOR SERVICES ETC. LLC Notice is hereby given that AMBASSADOR SERVICES ETC. LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The address of the initial designated office of the company is 2645 North 61st Street #1, Lincoln, NE 68507. The agent for service of process for the Company is VW Agents LLC located at 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BASILICUS VENTURES, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Basilicus Ventures, LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is Basilicus Ventures, LLC; and 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114, 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 June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Wolfe Psychiatric Services LLC has been organized as a professional limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Designated Office of the Company is 13906 Gold Circle, Suite 202, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The Registered Agent of the Company is Corporation Consultants, 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Company's members, managers and professional employees are licensed or otherwise legally authorized to engage in the practice of psychiatric care in the State of Nebraska. The Company was formed on June 28, 2021. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

Midlands Business Journal • JULY 9, 2021 • Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES Notice is hereby given that JM Aksarben, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act. The address of the registered office of the company is 12341 Westover Road, Omaha NE 68154. The agent at such office is Hani Nachef. The general nature of the business to be transacted by the company is to own & operate restaurants. The Company commenced on May 27, 2021, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company are to be conducted by its members. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF little guy design, INC. little guy design, Inc. has been incorporated under the Nebraska Model Business Corporation Act. The Articles of Incorporation were filed on February 9, 2018. The street address of the corporation's registered office is 13112 Osprey Lane Unit 201, Omaha, Nebraska 68138, and the name of the initial registered agent at that office is Mark Kiroff. The corporation is authorized to issue 1,000 shares of common stock. Mark Kiroff, Incorporator, 13112 Osprey Lane Unit 201, Omaha, Nebraska 68138 First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BOLD REALTOR TEAM, LLC A NEBRASKA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bold Realtor Team, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 331 Village Pointe Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68118, and with its initial agent for service of process being Michael K. Huffer whose office is located at 9290 West Dodge Road, Suite 302, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The general nature of its business is to engage in any lawful business. The company was organized and commenced May 12, 2021, and its period of duration will be perpetual, unless terminated earlier. The affairs of the limited liability company shall be conducted by its Members until such time as a successor or successors are selected pursuant to the Operating Agreement. The Company by and through its licensed or otherwise legally authorized Members, managers, professional employees, and agents shall render professional services relating to real estate broker and/or sales activities to the general public in Nebraska. Michael K. Huffer, Organizer 9290 West Dodge Road, Suite 302 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION Notice is hereby given that STUDIO CLARK INC has been incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial Designated Office located at 505 Cornhusker Road, Suite 105 PMB 166, Bellevue, Nebraska 68005. The name of its Registered Agent is Whitmore Law Office, LLC, and its Registered Office is located at 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Articles of Incorporation for STUDIO CLARK INC were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on May 18, 2021 to engage in any lawful business in the State of Nebraska, and shall exist in perpetuity. The corporation has authorized and issued 10,000 shares of common stock at a 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. Thomas E. Whitmore, Incorporator First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

Robert J. Likes Likes Meyerson Hatch LLC 444 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 LEGAL NOTICE In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. PR21-943 Estate of Mary L. Moser, Deceased Notice is hereby given that on June 11, 2021, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the Registrar issued a written statement of Informal Probate of the Will of said Decedent and that Bryan C. Watkins, 3128 Golden Eagle Circle, Blair, NE 68008, was informally appointed by the Registrar as Personal Representative of the Estate. Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 330, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before August 25, 2021 or be forever barred. CARROL L. MILLS Registrar First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CONTOUR NAIL BAR, LLC Notice is hereby given that CONTOUR NAIL BAR, LLC (the "Company") has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 4501 North 206th Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022. The Registered Agent of the Company is Steven Ahlf, 11590 West Dodge Road, Suite 1, Omaha, NE 68154. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GCP III BANK BUILDING, LLC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that GCP III Bank Building, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 10340 North 84th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68122. The Registered Agent of the Company is Zachary A. Wiegert, 10340 North 84th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68122. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

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 4202 SOUTH 234th PLAZA, LLC The name of the Company is 4202 South 234th Plaza, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is: 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 June 23, 2021. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PROSPINE CHIROPRACTIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ProSpine Chiropractic, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 3808 South 203rd Plaza, Suite 400, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

Darren R Carlson, Attorney CARLSON & BURNETT, LLP 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68102 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HARLAN RHEE, LLC Notice is hereby given that HARLAN RHEE, LLC is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office is 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100, Omaha, NE 68102. The Company’s initial registered agent in the State of Nebraska is: Darren R Carlson, whose address is 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100, Omaha, NE 68102. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Company commenced with filing its Certificate of Organization on June 8, 2021, and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Member Managed Limited Liability Company. Darren R Carlson, Organizer First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

Jeffrey T. Palzer, Attorney at Law 10828 Old Mill Road, Suite 6 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF NON-PROFIT INCORPORATION 1. The name of the non-profit corporation is PLATTE SAND OPEN, INC. 2. The registered office of the Corporation is 1309 s. 204th Street, Box 185, Elkhorn, Nebraska, 68022. The registered agent at that office is James J. Charvat, III. 3. The corporation is a public benefit corporation and the general nature of the corporation is to organize and host the Platte Sand Open Golf Tournament for the purpose of raising funds for the Children’s Miracle Network. 4. The corporation commenced on May 20, 2021, and shall have perpetual existence. The name and address of the incorporator is James J. Charvat, III, 2194 Shunk Road, Valley, Nebraska, 68064. 5. The corporation will not have members. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

Darren R Carlson, Attorney CARLSON & BURNETT, LLP 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68102 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PLAMBECKNEZHAD PROPERTIES, LLC Notice is hereby given that PLAMBECKNEZHAD PROPERTIES, LLC is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office is 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100, Omaha, NE 68102. The Company’s initial registered agent in the State of Nebraska is: Darren R Carlson, whose address is 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100, Omaha, NE 68102. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Company commenced with filing its Certificate of Organization on June 8, 2021, and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Member Managed Limited Liability Company. Darren R Carlson, Organizer First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Hirchert Properties, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 2533 Spracklin Lane, Omaha, Nebraska 68152. The Registered Agent of the Company is Monica A. Hirchert, 2533 Spracklin Lane, Omaha, Nebraska 68152. The Company was formed on June 23, 2021. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HIGH LIFE PACIFIC, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that High Life Pacific, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 1203 South 180th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 30, 2021

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Pitzl Contracting, 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 4422 N 91st Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing addresses of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Joseph L. Pitzl, 4422 N 91st Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68134. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

JAMES D. BUSER, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF ROYCE 180, LLC Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, the Certificate of Organization of ROYCE 180, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been amended to change the name of the Company to ROYCE ANTLER, LLC. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Nebraska on June 28, 2021. In all other respects, the Certificate of Organization remains unchanged. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LA CREME COFFEE LLC Notice is hereby given that La Creme Coffee LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 2415 N. 51st. Street, Omaha, NE 68104. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Truman Gerholdt, 2415 N. 51st Street, Omaha, NE, 68104. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

• JULY 9, 2021 • Midlands Business Journal

Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that K.J.M. Commercial Janitorial Cleaning, L.L.C. (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 6402 Peter’s Parkway, Omaha, Nebraska 68157. The Registered Agent of the Company is Zyeair K. Smith, 6402 Peter’s Parkway, Omaha, Nebraska 68157. The Company was formed on May 19, 2021. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

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 DIVEXCURSIONS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Divexcursions, LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 11640 Arbor Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Koley Jessen P.C., LLO, 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, NE 68124. The limited liability company commenced business on June 17, 2021. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Dignity Hearing, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the company is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process is Andrew P. Deaver, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

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 1819 SOUTH 192nd AVENUE, LLC The name of the Company is 1819 South 192nd Avenue, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is: 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 June 17, 2021. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION On March 9, 2021, Gene and Ann Spence Family Foundation, a Nebraska nonprofit corporation (“Corporation”) filed Articles of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State. The terms of the dissolution provide for the payment of all liabilities of the Corporation and the distribution of all remaining assets. Gene Spence, as President, is to wind up and liquidate the corporate affairs and distribute its assets. The Corporation has no assets and no liabilities. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BALLOONS FOR DAYS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Balloons for Days, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 5331 South 118th Court, Apt. 101, Omaha, Nebraska 68137 and designating its registered agent as Tamala B. Wilson with its registered office at 5331 South 118th Court, Apt. 101, Omaha, Nebraska 68137. First publication June 25, 2021, final July 9, 2021

MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OF DOMESTICATION AND SURRENDER OF HEALTH COACH GROUP, LLC Notice is hereby given that HEALTH COACH GROUP, LLC (the “Company”), pursuant to the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act (the “Nebraska Act”) and the Florida Revised Limited Liability Company Act (the “Florida Act”) (collectively, the “Acts”), has domesticated to a Florida limited liability company. As to the above-named limited liability company: 1. The name of the Company before the domestication was Health Coach Group, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company. 2. The name of the Company after the domestication is THCG LLC, a Florida limited liability company. 3. Articles of Domestication were filed in accordance with the Acts. 4. The Company filed a statement surrendering its Certificate of Organization in accordance with the Acts. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

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 CATFISH PROPERTIES LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Catfish Properties LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 75 Peppermill Point, Valley, Nebraska 68064. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company, as amended after formation, is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O., 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The limited liability company commenced business on June 17, 2021. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

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 STILLERS BEACH, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Stillers Beach, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 1125 S 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 June 21, 2021. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is given that Vermex Auto Repair LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with the following registered agent and registered office: Jesus Martinez Delacruz at 4217 Maple St. Omaha, NE 68111. The designated office is located at 4217 Maple St. Omaha, NE 68111. 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 June 4, 2021, 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 Jesus Martinez Delacruz in accordance with the Company's operating agreement. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

NICK TAYLOR, Attorney of FITZGERALD, SCHORR, BARMETTLER & BRENNAN, P.C., L.L.O 200 Regency One, 10050 Regency Circle Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3794 LEGAL NOTICE In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. PR21-984 ESTATE OF Margaret Broderick, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that on June 21, 2021, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the Registrar issued a written statement of Informal Probate of the Will of said Decedent and that Thomas P. Broderick, whose address is 2422 Parker Place, Honolulu, Hawaii 96822 and Lisa A. Lucas, whose address is 2303 North 170 Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68116, were informally appointed by the Registrar as co-Personal Representatives of the estate. Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 330, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before September 2, 2021 or be forever barred. CARROL L. MILLS Registrar First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HIGH LIFE LOUNGE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that High Life Lounge, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 1129 South 180th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 30, 2021

MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OFAMENDMENT TO CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF SAND CONSULTING LLC Notice is hereby given that SAND CONSULTING LLC has amended its Certificate of Organization as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The amended notice of organization reflects the change of designated office address from 6340 William Street, Omaha, NE 68106 to 4517 Pine Street, Omaha, NE 68106 and the change of registered agent and registered agent address from Lydia Sand at 6340 William Street, Omaha, NE 68106 to Mary Sand at 4517 Pine Street, Omaha, NE 68106. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

AMANDA M. FORKER, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF MERGER AND AMENDMENT TO ARTICLES Notice is hereby given pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nebraska Nonprofit Corporation Act, that Arts in Motion, a Nebraska nonprofit corporation, and WhyArts?, Inc. a Nebraska nonprofit corporation, have merged into Why Arts, Inc., a Nebraska nonprofit corporation, effective July 1, 2021. Upon the effective date, Why Arts, Inc., as the surviving entity, succeeded to all rights and interests, and all debts and liabilities of Arts in Motion in accordance with the Articles of Merger which have been filed with the Secretary of State of Nebraska. The Articles of Incorporation were amended to change the surviving entity’s name to Why Arts, Inc. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

Darren R Carlson, Attorney CARLSON & BURNETT, LLP 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68102 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF OCEAN LIVING, LLC Notice is hereby given that OCEAN LIVING, LLC is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office is 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100, Omaha, NE 68102. The Company’s initial registered agent in the State of Nebraska is: Darren R Carlson, whose address is 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100, Omaha, NE 68102. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Company commenced with filing its Certificate of Organization on June 8, 2021, and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Member Managed Limited Liability Company. Darren R Carlson, Organizer First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF 402 MUSTANGS LLC A NEBRASKA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 1. The name of the limited liability company is 402 MUSTANGS LLC. 2. The period of duration for 402 MUSTANGS LLC is perpetual. 3. 402 MUSTANGS LLC is organized for the purpose of conducting any and all business as permitted by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. 4. The address of the initial designated office for 402 MUSTANGS LLC in Nebraska is 2234 South 84 Street, Omaha, NE 68124. 5. The name and address of the registered agent for 402 MUSTANGS LLC in Nebraska is David Baratta, 2234 south 84 Street, Omaha NE 68124. 6. Additional provisions, not inconsistent with the law, for the regulation of the internal affairs of the limited liability company shall be provided for in the Operating Agreement. 7. David Baratta, organizer(s) of 402 MUSTANGS LLC has signed the Foregoing Certificate of Organization effective this 13th Day of May 2021 . First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

Midlands Business Journal • JULY 9, 2021 • Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Hansen Family Landscaping LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 1405 Greenwood Avenue, Papillion, Nebraska 68133. The Registered Agent of the Company is Corporation Consultants, 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Company was formed on June 24, 2021. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

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 SKYLINE POINT SOUTHPORT, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Skyline Point Southport, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 21240 Bonanza Boulevard, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Stephen W. Nabity, 21240 Bonanza Boulevard, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 24, 2021. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GLASSMEYER LAND, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Glassmeyer Land, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 57576 852nd Road, Wayne, Nebraska 68787. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ARIEL’s DAYCARE AND LEARNING, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Ariel’s Daycare and Learning, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 4908 North 189th Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C. a limited liability organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

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 MYTTYCITY, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that MyttyCity, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 14321 Cornhusker Road, Omaha, Nebraska 68138. 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 June 26, 2021. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

DENNIS P. LEE, Attorney JAKE T. HOULIHAN, Attorney LEE LAW OFFICE 2433 South 130th Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68144 NOTICE OF SUIT TO: RICO D. PATTERSON, 4721 1/2 N. 39th Street, Omaha NE 68111, you are hereby notified that on April 21, 2021, American Family Mutual Ins. Co. filed a suit against you in the Douglas County Court at docket CI21-7420, the object in prayer of which was to secure a judgment against you in the amount of $5,800.04, together with court costs, interest and attorney's fees as allowed by law. Unless you file your Answer with the Douglas County Court on or before the 23 day of August, 2021, the Petition against you will be considered as true and judgment will be entered against you accordingly. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 23, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CARROLL CABINET COMPANY, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Carroll Cabinet Company, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 17526 Park Circle, Bellevue, Nebraska 68123. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF KF PROPERTIES, LLC Notice is hereby given that a limited liability company has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the company is KF Properties, LLC The name and street address of the company’s initial registered agent is Law Offices of Barbara Medbery-Prchal, P.C., L.L.O., 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68164. The designated office is located at 19606 Dewey Avenue Elkhorn, NE 68022. Amanda Curran Keenan, Member First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GYML, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that GYML, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 17750 Burt Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

SEAN D. MOYLAN, Attorney MOYLAN LAW, LLC 1010 South 120th Street, Suite 320 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ANDREA HALL DENTAL, LLC The name of the Company is Andrea Hall Dental, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company. The initial registered agent is Sean Moylan located at 1010 S. 120th Street, Suite #320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The initial designated office of the Company is located at 1510 N. 131st Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. This limited liability company commenced business on June 8, 2021. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

SEAN D. MOYLAN, Attorney MOYLAN LAW, LLC 1010 South 120th Street, Suite 320 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF EFFERDING DISTRIBUTING, LLC The name of the Company is Efferding Distributing, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company. The designated office of the Company is 17217 Grand Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. The initial registered agent Sean Moylan of the Company is located at 1010 S. 120th Street, Suite #320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. This limited liability company commenced business on June 19, 2021. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF HALO SYNERGY GROUP II, INC. 1. The name of the Corporation is Halo Synergy Group II, Inc. 2. The Corporation is authorized to issue 1,000,000 shares of common stock, having a par value of $0.01 each. 3. The Registered Office of the Corporation is 1125 South 103 Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124, and the Registered Agent at such address is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O. 4. The corporate existence began on June 26, 2021, when the Articles of Incorporation were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State. 5. The name and address of the incorporator are Jeffery R. Schaffart, 1125 South 103 Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

AMANDA M. BARRON, Attorney P.O. Box 597 Fremont, Nebraska 68026 LEGAL NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT(s), SHALA K GRAEVE You are hereby notified that Credit Bureau Services, Inc., a corporation, filed its complaint in the County Court of DOUGLAS County, Nebraska on 03/18/2021 on Case Number CI21-5951, the object and prayer of which is to recover the sum of $625.99, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs. You are required to answer the complaint of the Plaintiff on or before 08/16/21 or the allegations in said complaint will be taken as true and judgment entered accordingly. CREDIT BUREAU SERVICES, INC., A CORPORATION First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

AMANDA M. BARRON, Attorney P.O. Box 597 Fremont, Nebraska 68026 LEGAL NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT(s), ASHLEY R DAUGHTRREY You are hereby notified that Credit Bureau Services, Inc., a corporation, filed its complaint in the County Court of DOUGLAS County, Nebraska on 03/24/2021 on Case Number CI21-5946, the object and prayer of which is to recover the sum of $197.70, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs. You are required to answer the complaint of the Plaintiff on or before 08/16/2021 or the allegations in said complaint will be taken as true and judgment entered accordingly. CREDIT BUREAU SERVICES, INC., A CORPORATION First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF AB Visual Works LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that AB Visual Works LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 10909 South 111th St, Papillion, NE 68046. The Registered Agent of the Company is Abran Joshua Bahn of 10909 South 111th St, Papillion, NE 68046. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

SCOTT A. MEYERSON, Esq. LIKES MEYERSON HATCH LLC 444 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RACHEL SKRADSKI LUHRS LLC Notice is hereby given that Rachel Skradski Luhrs LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The street and mailing address of the Company’s initial designated office is 1608 S. 207th Avenue, Elkhorn, NE 68022. The street and mailing address of the Company’s initial agent for service of process is 5601 S. 59th Street, Suite C, Lincoln, NE 68516 and the Company’s initial agent for service of process at such address is Registered Agent Solutions, Inc. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HOW DO YOU LIKE THEM APPLES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that How Do You Like Them Apples, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 530 S. 13th Street, Suite 100, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508. The Registered Agent of the Company is Registered Agents, Inc., 530 S. 13th Street, Suite 100, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508. First publication July 2, 2021, final July 16, 2021

• JULY 9, 2021 • Midlands Business Journal

Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES SCOTT A. MEYERSON, Esq. LIKES MEYERSON HATCH LLC 444 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GROUNDED NEBRASKA LLC Notice is hereby given that Grounded Nebraska LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The street and mailing address of the Company’s initial designated office is 7807 Katrina Lane, Lincoln, NE 68512. The street and mailing address of the Company’s initial agent for service of process is 5601 S. 59th Street, Suite C, Lincoln, NE 68516 and the Company’s initial agent for service of process at such address is Registered Agent Solutions, Inc. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

AMANDA M. FORKER, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CORE-DAVIS, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Core-Davis, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is Core-Davis, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. 3. The name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is Amanda M. Forker, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NEBRASKA Case Number CI 21-6738 IN RE NAME CHANGE OF SHAWN MARIE FALCONE Notice is hereby given that Shawn Marie Falcone has filed a Petition for Name Change, which Petition requests that the petitioner’s name be changed from “Shawn Marie Falcone” to “Shawn Marie Hovey”. The hearing on said Petition for Name Change is scheduled to be heard before the Honorable Shelly R. Stratman of the Douglas County District Court, Courtroom #315, 3rd floor on the 16th day of August 2021 at 8:45 a.m. at the Douglas County Courthouse, 1701 Farnam Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68183. Shawn Marie Falcone, Petitioner BY: Brent M. Kuhn #19072 BRENT KUHN LAW 900 South 75th Street, Suite B. Omaha, Nebraska 68114 (402) 397-0200 brent@brentkuhnlaw.com Attorney for Petitioner First publication July 9, 2021, final July 30, 2021

MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OFAMENDMENT TO CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF VINCE KUNASEK DESIGN, INC. Notice is hereby given that VINCE KUNASEK DESIGN, INC. has amended its Certificate of Organization as an incorporated company under the Nebraska Model Business Corporation Act. The amended notice of organization reflects the change of registered agent from Douglas S. Lash at 2027 Dodge Street, Suite 501, PO Box 40, Omaha, NE 68101 to VW Agents LLC at 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 30, 2021

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that SCM 10X Tucson 6565, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, filed its Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 29, 2021, 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. Darren Hicks will wind up and liquidate the company's business and affairs. If you have a claim against SCM 10X Tucson 6565, LLC, please provide the following information with respect to your claim: 1) your name or the name of your entity; 2) the nature of your claim; 3) the amount of your claim; and 4) the date your claim arose. All claims shall be mailed to SCM 10X Tucson 6565, LLC, c/o Darren Hicks, 1303 South 72nd Street, Suite 209, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. A claim against SCM 10X Tucson 6565, LLC is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 30, 2021

AMANDA M. FORKER, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BMW DECKS, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of BMW Decks, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is BMW Decks, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 19837 Adams Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68135. 3. The name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is Amanda M. Forker, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Leahcar Properties 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, Abrahams Kaslow & Cassman LLP, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HIGH LIFE PAPILLION, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that High Life Papillion, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 11336 South 96th Street, #109, Papillion, Nebraska 68046. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Certificate of Organization of 1819 South 192nd Avenue, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been amended as follows: the limited liability company has changed its name to AEKFT, LLC. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 29, 2021. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given the registration with the Nebraska Secretary of state’s office of Ayala Tree Service & Construction, LLC under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows: The name of the company is Ayala Tree Service & Construction, LLC. Registered agent and office of Ayala Tree Service & Construction, LLC is Osmin Ayala Guardado at 3620 Olin Ave., Omaha, NE 68105. The designated address is 3620 Olin Ave., Omaha, NE 68105. Initial members: Osmin Ayala Guardado. General nature of the business is to transact any and all lawful business for which limited liability companies are allowed by statute. The LLC was organized in June 2021 for the perpetual duration and is managed by its members. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF DOUBLE PLAY PROPERTIES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Double Play Properties, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 14810 Grover Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68144 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 July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Nouveau Soleil, 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 July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Green Shores, 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 July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: PLAYD Name of Applicant: P@YD OMAHA LLC Address: 3528 Madison Street, Omaha, NE 68107 Applicant is a Limited Liability Company If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska Date of first use of name in Nebraska: Upon filing General nature of business: online local distribution network Gjordon Broderick Zealand Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative July 9, 2021

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: Produce at Your Door Name of Applicant: P@YD OMAHA LLC Address: 3528 Madison Street, Omaha, NE 68107 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: 1-1-17 General nature of business: online local distribution network Gjordan Broderick Zealand Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative July 9, 2021

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: Produce Local at Your Door Name of Applicant: P@YD OMAHA LLC Address: 3528 Madison Street, Omaha, NE 68107 Applicant is a Limited Liability Company If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska Date of first use of name in Nebraska: Upon Filing General nature of business: online local distribution network Gjordan Broderick Zealand Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative July 9, 2021

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 MACRO-MAE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Macro-Mae, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 1125 S 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 June 29, 2021. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

Midlands Business Journal • JULY 9, 2021 • Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LIGHTS FOR CHRISTMAS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Lights for Christmas, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 8821 Greenfield Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68136. The Registered Agent of the Company is Mike Marlow, 8821 Greenfield Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68136. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF REEFER HOLDINGS, LLC Notice is hereby given that the Certificate of Organization of Reefer Holdings, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been amended changing the name of the company to MCT Holdings, LLC. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 29, 2021. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

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 PCRK VENTURES, LLC The name of the Company is PCRK Ventures, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is: 15070 Boyd Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is: Paul Kazakevicius, 15070 Boyd Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. This limited liability company commenced business on June 30, 2021. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CULTURED CASK BREWING CO. LLC Notice is hereby given that Cultured Cask Brewing Co. LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska on 06/21/21. The Designated Office and Registered Agent: Cavan W Short, 1309 South 31st. Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68105. The general nature of business is a brewing company. The company shall be member managed. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

ERIN K. ARTZ, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF PRECISE COMPANIES, 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 Precise Companies, 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 June 24, 2021 and shall have perpetual duration. The name and street address of the corporation’s initial registered agent and office is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and address of the incorporator is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. LDM Business Services, Inc., Incorporator First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

TIEDEMAN, LYNCH, KAMPFE, McVAY & RESPELIERS, Attorneys at Law 300 Overland Wolf Centre 6910 Pacific Street Omaha, NE 68106-1045 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that FINANCIAL DESIGN GROUP, LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office at 6910 Pacific Street, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68106. The initial registered agent is John S. Kampfe, and the registered agent’s address is 6910 Pacific Street, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68106. The general nature of the business is to engage in any lawful business for which a limited liability company may be organized. The limited liability company was formed on June 27, 2021 and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by its Manager. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

NOTICE TERMINATION OF NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, TAKE NOTICE: The Contracting Owner identified below gives notice that it caused to be filed a Termination of Notice of Commencement on the 20th day of November 2020, containing the following information: Contracting owner: Polynomial Properties, LLC Real Estate: The West ½ of Lot 10 and all of Lots 11 and 12, and the South ½ of Lot 13, Redicks 2ndAddition, an addition to the City of Omaha, as surveyed, platted and recorded in Douglas County, Nebraska; EXCEPT, a triangular parcel of land located in Lot 12, Redicks 2nd Addition and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the southwest corner of said Lot 12; thence northerly along the westerly lot line a distance of 6.00 feet; thence Southeasterly to a point on the southerly lot line, a distance of 7.83 feet; thence westerly along the southerly lot line, a distance of 5.00 feet to the point of beginning. The Real Property or its address is commonly known as 1051 South 23rd Street, Omaha, NE 68102 Contracting owner's interest in the subject real estate: Simple Title holder (if different from contracting owner): N/A The notice of commencement was recorded on November 20, 2020, as instrument number 2020134513 and is terminated as of July 30, 2021. This termination applies only to the following described real estate: The West ½ of Lot 10 and all of Lots 11 and 12, and the South ½ of Lot 13, Redicks 2ndAddition, an addition to the City of Omaha, as surveyed, platted and recorded in Douglas County, Nebraska; EXCEPT, a triangular parcel of land located in Lot 12, Redicks 2nd Addition and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the southwest corner of said Lot 12; thence northerly along the westerly lot line a distance of 6.00 feet; thence Southeasterly to a point on the southerly lot line, a distance of 7.83 feet; thence westerly along the southerly lot line, a distance of 5.00 feet to the point of beginning. All lien claims for which a notice of lien is not recorded by the termination date may be defeated by a transfer of the real estate. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

ROBERT M. GONDERINGER, Attorney CROKER HUCK LAW FIRM 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200 Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GZB PROPERTIES, LLC The name of the limited liability company is GZB Properties, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124. The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is Robert M. Gonderinger, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF NJC INVESTMENTS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that NJC Investments, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 6123 Poppleton Ave, Omaha, NE 68106. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

Notice is hereby given that Postell Road Publishing Company, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at PO Box 12143, Omaha, NE 68112. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Nancy Williams, 2742 Whitmore ST, Omaha, NE 68112. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

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 HAWKINS MAUSOLEUM LLC The name of the Company is Hawkins Mausoleum LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is: 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 June 30, 2021. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

DAVID J. SKALKA, Incorporator and Attorney with CROKER HUCK LAW FIRM 2120 S. 72nd Street, Suite 1200 Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF TRIFECTA HOLDING GROUP INC. Trifecta Holding Group Inc. has been incorporated under the Nebraska Model Business Corporation Act. The Articles of Incorporation were filed on June 10, 2021. The street address of the corporation's registered office is 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, Nebraska, 68124, and the name of the initial registered agent at that office is David J. Skalka. The corporation is authorized to issue 100,000 shares of common stock. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

MARK J. LAPUZZA, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RENEW PROPERTIES, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Renew Properties, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is Renew Properties, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 9732 Jaynes Circle, Gretna, NE 68134. 3. The name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is Mark J. LaPuzza, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP, Attorneys 13330 California Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF CONVERSION OF LEASHTECH, LLC TO LEASHTECH INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that LEASHTECH, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has filed Articles of Conversion and an Application for Authority with the Nebraska Secretary of State converting the limited liability company to LEASHTECH INC., a Delaware corporation, effective June 30, 2021. The Company has designated its registered agent as Herbert M. Sampson, with its registered office at 1225 N. 131st Street, Omaha, NE 68154. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

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 TRADITIONS CONTINUED, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Traditions Continued, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 1125 S 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 June 29, 2021. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

GNUSE & GREEN LAW OFFICES, P.C. 11311 Chicago Circle Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF PURPOSE TRANSITIONAL HOUSING MINISTRIES, INC. (A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION) Notice is hereby given of incorporation of Purpose Transitional Housing Ministries, Inc. as a nonprofit corporation under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The corporation is not authorized to issue stock. The name and address of each incorporator and of the initial registered agent are: Registered Agent: Rodney G. Gnuse, 11311 Chicago Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. Incorporators: Rodney G. Gnuse, 11311 Chicago Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68154; and Tashiara & Tyrece Wilson, both of whom reside at 3173 Meredith Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68111. The Corporation is a public benefit corporation, will not have members and may engage in any lawful business for which a public benefit nonprofit corporation may be formed under the Nebraska nonprofit Corporation Act. Perpetual existence commenced April 14, 2021, when articles were filed with the Secretary of State. Affairs are to be conducted by the Board of Directors and Officers authorized by the Bylaws and the Board. Rodney G. Gnuse Tashiara Wilson Tyrece Wilson Incorporators First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

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Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF NEBRASKA PAROLE BOARD HEARING N O T I C E A total of 133 cases will be heard by the Board in July 2021. The following case(s) sentenced in Douglas County will be seen by the Board of Parole. July 14, 2021 – 8:30 a.m. Nebraska Correctional Center for Women, York, Nebraska Newson, Trennesha 392473 Robbery (2 counts) Sorenson, Ginger 392603 Theft Theft by Unlwfl Taking or Disp Carey, Makaelin 392613 Robbery July 20, 2021– 8:30 a.m. Lincoln Correctional Center, Lincoln, Nebraska Hallowell, Franklin 79748 Robbery Use Firearm to Commit Felony Moody, Ryan 85766 Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I Daniel, Patrick 210093 Driving Under Revoked License July 22, 2021 – 8:30 a.m. Nebraska State Penitentiary, Lincoln, Nebraska Jackson, Ricardo 6941 Forgery 2nd Degree Robbery Sex Offender Reg Act Violation (2 counts) Dean, Preston 70365 Assault 1st Degree Use Deadly Weap to Commit Fel Robinson, Darshawn 78358 Possession of Defaced Firearm Robbery (4 counts) Use Deadly Weap to Commit Fel Recca, James 85879 Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug Valentine, Xavier 87758 Assault 2nd Degree Use Firearm to Commit Felony Perry, Detrelle 88522 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug Green Travon 211086 Domestic Assault Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/ Fug Johnson, Shawn 211609 Aslt Peac Ofcr/Dcs Emp 3rd Dgr Driving under Revoked License Buie, Marquell 211882 Pos Firearm by Fugitive/Felon Luellen, Devontai 210950 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug Oduwo, Arnold 83966 Robbery July 23, 2021 – 8:30 a.m. Community Correctional Center – Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska Baker, Robert 68627 Assault 2nd Degree Robbery Theft by Receiving Stolen Prop Theft by Unlwfl Taking or Disp (2 counts) Mercer, Ryan 75137 Domestic Assault Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I Driver, Lashawn 83240 Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I (2 counts) Collins, Anthony 85524 Assault 1st Degree Cantrell, Jesse 87840 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug Miyeno, Ryan 88611 Assault 2nd Degree Lucious, Djon 88764 Robbery Lewis, Damion 210901 Burglary McAuliffe, Garrett 211143 Driving Under Revoked License Driving While Intoxicated July 26, 2021 – 8:30 a.m. Tecumseh State Correctional Institution, Tecumseh, Nebraska Cruces, Brandon 71139 Robbery Iglesias, Jose 86144 Robbery Terroristic Threats July 28, 2021 – 8:30 a.m. Community Correctional Center - Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska Self, Marquale 68857 Child Abuse Perry, Dontrell 73997 Robbery Use Deadly Weap to Commit Fel Peters, William 88296 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug Mooney, Dakota 89820 Theft by Unlwfl Taking or Disp Neitzel, Ryan 210750 Burglary Theft by Receiving Stolen Prop Trimble, Timothy 211975 Aslt Peac Ofcr/Dcs Emp 2nd Dgr Tealer, Kendell 212800 Robbery Moyers, Meghan 392178 Manslaughter July 29, 2021 – 8:30 a.m. Community Correctional Center - Omaha, Omaha, Nebraska Miller, Trechaun 77600 Assault 2nd Degree Russell, Billy 78949 Burglary Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug Poss/ Receive Stolen Firearm Theft by Unlwfl Taking or Disp (2 coutns) Filipi, Aaron 82494 Sexual Assault of Child 3rd Deg (3 counts) Cuevas, John 83323 Robbery (2 counts) Lamp, Ryan 85522 Poss/Thrt with Destruct Device Terroristic Threats (2 counts) Use Deadly Weap to Commit Fel Lebrato, Shawn 87561 Domestic Assault Cummings, Timothy 88962 Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I Pos Cntrl Sub Except Marijuana Malepeai, Maurice 89895 Aslt Peac Ofcr/Dcr Emp 2nd Dgr Moreno, Omar 89988 Aslt Peac Ofcr/Dcr Emp 3rd Dgr (2 counts) Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I Montgomery, Aloysius 210430 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug Detchemendy, Benjamin 211860 Driving While Intoxicated Brown, J W 88335 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug July 30, 2021 – 8:30 a.m. Omaha Correctional Center, Omaha, Nebraska Griffin, James 62899 Burglary Sexual Assault 1st Degree Bratt, Joseph 84901 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug Patterson, Brandon 85654 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug Carter, Marquel 87242 Child Abuse Driving While Intoxicated Leave Scene of Injury Accident Garcia-Fuentes, Victor 88459 Sexual Assault of Child 3rd Deg (4 counts) Kounovsky, Scott 89357 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug McAllister, John 210810 Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I Possession of Burglary Tools Conn, Kief 211487 Forgery 1st Degree Possession of Forgery Device Viol of Financial Trans Device Leach, Jason 211499 Child Abuse ROSALYN COTTON, CHAIR NEBRASKA BOARD OF PAROLE July 9, 2021

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 CHADDSMILL, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Chaddsmill, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 June 30, 2021. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

SEAN D. MOYLAN, Attorney 1010 South 120th Street, Suite 320 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: Mattress by Appointment of Fremont Name of Applicant: McEngel, LLC Address: 7502 N. 281st Avenue, Valley, Nebraska 68064 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: NEW General nature of business: Mattress Sales MEGAN ENGEL Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative July 9, 2021

Rodney G. Gnuse GNUSE & GREEN LAW OFFICES, P.C. 11311 Chicago Circle Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF GSLB, INC. Notice is hereby given of incorporation of GSLB, Inc. under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The number of shares that the corporation is authorized to issue is up to 10,000 shares of voting common stock. The name and address of the initial registered agent is Rodney G. Gnuse, 11311 Chicago Circle, Omaha, NE 68154. The name and address of the incorporator is Rodney G. Gnuse, 11311 Chicago Circle, Omaha, NE 68154. The Corporation shall engage in any lawful business for which a corporation may be formed under the Nebraska Model Business Corporation Act. Perpetual existence commenced June 26, 2021, when articles were filed with the Secretary of State. Affairs are to be conducted by the Board of Directors and Officers authorized by the Bylaws and the Board. Rodney G. Gnuse Incorporator First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

JUSTIN A. SHELDON, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SALT BEAUTY LOUNGE LLC Notice is hereby given that SALT BEAUTY LOUNGE LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The address of the initial designated office of the company is 12121 South 209th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68028. The agent for service of process for the Company is Marcie A. Morris located at 16911 Briar Street, Omaha, NE 68136. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Blue Quarter LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 1890 N 115th Plz Apt 3908, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Mackenzie Haake, 1890 N 115th Plz Apt 3908, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Company was formed on July 2, 2021. First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby provided that a certificate of organization has been filed on June 21, 2021 for Skyway17, LLC. The mailing address, initial designated office, and the initial agent for service of process is: Tim Waggoner, 19609 Decatur St., Elkhorn First publication July 9, 2021, final July 23, 2021

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: The Philadelphia Room Name of Applicant: Expanse Holdings, LLC Address: 13304 West Center Road, Suite 106, Omaha, Nebraska 68144 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: October 22, 2018 General nature of business: Event Space Leasing JACOB ACRES Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative July 9, 2021

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: Zuptu Name of Applicant: ISCOCAPT, LLC Address:3929 Harney Street Omaha NE 68105 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: 02/20/2020 General nature of business: software GEORGI IVANOV Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative July 9, 2021

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Battery-powered trains could be a climate game changer. Is everyone all aboard? by Ralph Vartabedian

Colossal freight locomotives are a fixture of the American landscape, but their 4,400-horsepower engines collectively burn 3.5 billion gallons of diesel annually, at a time when railroads and other fossil fuel users face pressure to reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. With little fanfare, however, Transportation the industry has begun operating locomotives that run on stored electrical power, moving toward a future in which toy shops are not the only source of battery trains. American passenger lines could also be transformed by the technology, though California rail officials say it will not work for the state’s bullet train. In a just-completed test, BNSF ran a freight train from Barstow to Stockton with an experimental battery locomotive, coupled with two diesel locomotives, and achieved an 11% reduction in fuel consumption, along with similar reductions in emissions of nitrogen oxides, small particulates and greenhouse gases. An upgraded future operational version is expected to improve fuel efficiency by 30%. The test was a “defining moment for freight rail,” accelerating the industry to eventual zero-emission locomotives, said Eric Gebhardt, chief technology officer at Wabtec, which developed the system at its research center near Lake Erie in northern Pennsylvania. Battery- and hydrogen fuel cell-powered trains are among the rail industry’s only viable options for reducing greenhouse gases. Every battery locomotive that replaces a diesel will reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 3,000 tons per year, Wabtec estimates. But it is unlikely they can quickly replace diesel-powered trains. U.S. freight railroads are awash in surplus locomotives and nobody can predict what battery-operated systems will cost, compared with existing $3-million diesels. “Battery locomotives are feasible,” said Michael Iden, a consultant who was Union Pacific’s longtime director of locomotive engineering. Iden compares Wabtec’s achievement to the Wright brothers’ first powered flight: a proof of concept ready for development. They will be tested soon in California ports and rail yards, he noted. That said, “Estimating the cost of commercially available in production battery locomotives is, in my opinion, like forecasting the price of multiple fully landscaped four-bedroom, three-car garage homes with in-ground pools on Mars,” Iden said. “Someday such homes may exist on Mars but that’s a long way off.” Much will depend on the degree that state and federal regulators pressure railroads to clean up their emissions. Here in California, the state Air Resources Board wants railroads to reduce or even eliminate diesels in the next 14 years. The transportation sector accounts for 29% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. Within that category, the rail industry, which moves 40% of long-distance freight, accounts for just 2%, according to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency data. But freight trains as well as trucks expose many populated urban corridors, notably neighborhoods near the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles, to soot and pollution. “We can do more,” said Ian Jefferies, president of the Assn. of American Railroads, citing the potential of battery-operated trains. “It is good business to reduce emissions and reduce fuel consumption and is reflective of society’s goals.” At the same time, Jefferies and his organization are pushing back against proposed

regulations to eliminate diesels, saying, “It doesn’t make sense.” Severin Borenstein, an energy expert and professor at UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, said railroads are not likely to get a free pass on climate change issues. “The fact that railroads are already the most efficient transportation source is great, but we all need to reduce greenhouse gases,” he said. “Railroads are a major source of greenhouse gases.” Apart from freight, battery- and fuel cell-powered trains offer promise to upgrade U.S. passenger rail, which generally runs on rails owned by freight railroads, such as BNSF and Union Pacific. These companies oppose overhead electrical lines — such as those that power urban light rail — because of potential interference with freight operations. Batteries and fuel cell locomotives eliminate that potential conflict. In San Bernardino, the county transportation authority is waiting for delivery of a hydrogen fuel cell-powered passenger train, which will go into service by 2024 on the Metrolink commuter rail system. The train is under development in Switzerland by Stadler, which also makes a line of high-speed trains that run on wires. Besides reducing pollution, the Stadler train can accelerate and slow down faster than a diesel, reducing trip times — much like electric vehicles that mimic muscle cars of the 1960s — and is likely to appeal to riders with strong environmental beliefs. “We are in the beginning of a transition period and there is a lot of movement in the technology,” said Guido Vogel, Stadler’s engineering chief. “There is a political push to get away from diesel propulsion.” The U.S. rail industry has made key trans-

formations in the past, going from wood to coal and coal to oil, before its current dependence on diesel. Today it operates what is regarded as the most efficient freight system in the world. About 23,000 locomotives ply the nation’s railway network every day. Half of them operate in California. Even though they are about four times more fuel efficient than big rig trucks — in terms of ton-miles hauled — they burn roughly a gallon of diesel every 2,000 feet. Add it all up, and this 3.5-billion gallon yearly usage of diesel would fill a river 10 feet deep and 25 feet wide from Los Angeles to Phoenix. The California Air Resources Board, which helped fund the Wabtec test, believes trains are too big a source of greenhouse gases to escape further regulation. Air regulators began clamping down on the freight railroads, specifically BNSF and Union Pacific, in 1998, when they signed a voluntary pact that required the use of newer diesel engines that produced less pollution. But the agreement did commit the railroads to use even newer generations of diesel engines. Today, the two railroads operate just 472 of the most modern systems, known as Tier 4 diesels, out of the 11,217 that they run in California at any given time, according to an annual report to the air board. “There is nothing to compel them to get rid of their Tier 0 locomotives,” said Ajay Mangat, supervisor of the air board’s freight systems section. The air board staff is preparing complex regulations to eliminate railroad emissions by 2035, though it does depend on technical feasibility, he said. The proposal will go to the air board for a vote next year. Jefferies, the railroad association chief, said the proposed regulations ignore a 70% voluntary

reduction in California emissions since 2005. More pointedly, the association asserts the air board has no legal jurisdiction because railroads are subject only to federal regulation, a long-held entitlement. Even if the air board doesn’t succeed in imposing tough regulations, railroads, as with other industries, are facing pressure from many directions: shareholders, customers, employees and advocacy groups. In Japan, Germany, the United Kingdom and the U.S., about half a dozen rail equipment makers are developing systems that would operate trains either on batteries or hydrogen fuel cells, according to an industry research report. Wabtec’s Gebhardt said the upfront cost of a battery-powered locomotive will be higher than a traditional diesel, but the fuel costs with electrical charging will be lower. Since existing locomotives use diesel engines to generate power that drives electric traction motors, only the generation of the electricity has to be solved. “It makes economic sense with batteries getting exponentially better,” Gebhardt said. In the California test, the batteries recharge every time the train slows to a stop, which is frequent along freight routes. The Wabtec train recharged its batteries, through regenerative braking, on the steep 4,000-foot descent from the Tehachapi Pass to the San Joaquin Valley, for example. Another battery-powered locomotive will anchor a demonstration project by Pacific Harbor Line in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The 3,200-horsepower locomotive, made by Progress Rail, a unit of Caterpillar, can haul cars around the port for 24 hours on one charge. Union Pacific just purchased a battery-operated locomotive for use in one of Continued on next page.

In the post-pandemic office, on-site and virtual medical care may be the next big amenity by Ryan Ori

Primary care startup Eden Health plans to open clinics in seven Chicago offices by next year, in deals that indicate wellness is likely to remain a priority in office buildings well after the COVID-19 pandemic subsides. The New York-based company plans to open in four Chicago buildings owned Workplace by developer Sterling Bay, starting in 600 West Chicago and 111 N. Canal St. late this year, the companies said. The two buildings have a combined 7,500 employees, according to Sterling Bay. The companies said they are finalizing deals for two other ground-floor spaces: in the two-tower Prudential Plaza office complex, which Sterling Bay has branded as One Two Pru, and in a Fulton Market tower at 333 N. Green St. Eden Health also is working on deals to open in three buildings owned by another Chicago landlord, CEO Matt McCambridge said. He declined to comment on the specifics of those plans. Even before the pandemic, office landlords in Chicago were upgrading amenities to remain competitive, adding everything from roof decks to bowling alleys. Adding health care in larger office buildings is the logical next step, more than a year into a pandemic, McCambridge said. “We really see health care becoming the amenity of the future,” McCambridge said. “We’re seeing landlords shifting the way they’re delivering services, and we see tenants and employers really demanding on-site medical

services, especially in this post-pandemic environment.” Building owners have responded to the pandemic by sprucing up outdoor spaces, upgrading amenities and improving air filtration. Those steps are meant to make employees feel safe as they return from working at home, as well as to help their properties stand out amid record amounts of available office space downtown. Doctor’s offices are nothing new in and around the Loop. Eden Health’s model is different in that it’s focused on locations in large office buildings with thousands of office workers, providing several types of medical care on site and virtually. Eden Health clinics provide primary and urgent care, physical and mental health therapy and navigation — things like help with seeking specialists and getting second opinions. They also offer virtual meetings with clinicians, for things like updating physical therapy exercises and follow-up appointments. Family members who don’t work in an Eden Health building also can be seen virtually, the company said. Virtual appointments, or telemedicine, will remain important if workers return to the office only for some days per week following the pandemic, McCambridge said. “To me, the big thing landlords should be thinking about is how to stay relevant for folks who are only in their building one to three times a week,” he said. “You’ve even seen things like gyms doing home classes. I think you’ll see that creative thinking continue to develop over the

next couple of years.” Rather than signing long-term leases, Eden Health forms partnerships with landlords and employers either for single buildings or entire portfolios. In many cases, health care is partially or fully subsidized for workers, McCambridge said. “We are heavily invested in the build out and it’s a partnership model,” said Jessica Brown, director of leasing at Sterling Bay. “If they win, we win together. But the most important thing is, we view this as an amenity for our tenants.” For in-person visits, in-network patients cover the copay and their insurer is billed for services, the company said. Eden Health members can visit buildings near them or use virtual meetings from anywhere in the country. By the end of this year the company will have about 15 total locations in New York, New Jersey, Chicago, Boston and Washington, D.C., with broader expansion planned in the years to come, McCambridge said. Eden Health has raised $100 million in venture capital to back its growth ambitions, including a $60 million round announced earlier this year. The company began in 2017. Sterling Bay plans to sign deals with Eden Health to put clinics in the firm’s other developments around the country, in response to interest from tenants, Brown said. “Wellness is a key selling point for our buildings,” Brown said. “We see this as the beginning of a long partnership.” ©2021 Chicago Tribune. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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A blue-collar tech startup grows into a giant by Sam Dean

When Ara Mahdessian and Vahe Kuzoyan moved back to Glendale, Calif., after college, they didn’t plan on sticking around. Before heading off to Silicon Valley in the fall for programming jobs, the pair decided to work on a summer project together. Both of their dads were contractors — one in plumbing, the Startups other in construction — and they figured they could cobble together some software to help them out before leaving. Fourteen years later, they’re still in Glendale, and that summer project has grown into ServiceTitan, a $9.5-billion company with 1,600 employees and tens of thousands of plumbers, electricians, HVAC installers and other tradespeople as customers. Their software, originally a simple desktop program, is now a cloud-based service that lets clients manage their back offices, dispatch field techs to jobs, show inventory and pricing options on mobile devices, and handle payments. On Wednesday, the company announced that it had raised a new $200-million round of investment from the private equity firm Thoma Bravo and acquired Aspire Software, a St. Louis company that provides the same kind of end-toend software for landscapers that ServiceTitan does for other types of trades, for an undisclosed sum. Earlier this year, the company also acquired ServicePro, a Columbus, Ohio, company specializing in software for pest control and lawn care contractors. ServiceTitan has doubled its key financial metrics in the last two years. Annual subscription revenue rose from $100 million to more than $250 million this year, and its customer base has expanded at a similar clip. In 2019, 2,500 clients with a combined workforce of 50,000 were using ServiceTitan software; this year, that rose to 7,500 clients with 100,000 workers. The company’s funding and valuation has grown in tandem. Two years ago, ServiceTitan was valued at $1.65 billion. The new cash infu-

sion from Thoma Bravo brings its total funding to nearly $1.1 billion, and places its valuation close to the $10-billion mark. But Mahdessian, ServiceTitan’s chief executive, said that there’s still room to grow. More than 3 million Americans work in the trades, with millions more in landscaping and lawn care. “We originally started in the plumbing, HVAC and electrical trades. That’s where Vahe’s and my core expertise was because of the work our parents did,” Madhessian said. “But our mission from Day One has always been to help all hardworking contractors across all trades, and we want to help all of them reach the level of success they deserve.” ServiceTitan’s core clients in home maintenance saw an uptick in work during the pandemic, and the need for remote work attracted more software customers, Mahdessian said. “In the beginning it was wild: COVID happened, lockdowns happened, and everybody literally shut their door and wouldn’t let anybody in,” Madhessian said. But after a few weeks, when people became more comfortable with social-distancing protocols and started to realize the homes they were stuck in needed some work, business picked back up. Fermin Rivera, the owner of Red Apple Air in L.A.’s Harbor City neighborhood, said that ServiceTitan has transformed how he manages his 15-person HVAC operation. After he saw a colleague posting about the company on Facebook a few years back, he looked into it and decided to sign up. “Once we made the switch, it was like, ‘Oh, we’re playing with the big toys now.’“ The software has helped him automate part of his marketing and customer relationship operations, easily create a menu of special HVAC packages for customers, and track performance across his team. “It gives you a bunch of information. You’ve got all your metrics up in your face,” Rivera said. “It just keeps getting better and better.”

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“The interesting thing is the customers talk with each other, even competitors, so it is very hard to win their business, but when you do, the bonds are deep and tight,” Deeter said. “They don’t switch on a whim, they absolutely go through complex buying decisions, they talk to a lot of industry folks, but that’s what’s beautiful: When the snowball starts rolling downhill, it gets big fast.” ©2021 Los Angeles Times. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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will be interesting to see what impact, if by Michelle Leach any, it will have on OSHA (Occupational While the real impact of historic sociSafety and Health Administration) recordetal and public health transformations on keeping statistics and workers’ work injuries has yet to be seen compensation claims.” or tracked, professionals in the Polich noted the pandemic safety, occupational health and hasn’t stopped or delayed the therapy, and workers’ compenBureau of Labor Statistics from sation industries are making collecting workplace injury and heads and tails of initial data and illness data, because most of it anticipating what dramatic shifts is collected through the BLS’ in the workplace could mean for internet data collection facility. employee wellness, associated “However, it should be noted costs and organizational interthat their efforts were somewhat ventions. limited due the availability of “There’s no doubt that more Khalili data collection staff and survey employees worked from home respondents during the height of the panthis past year due to the pandemic than at demic,” he said. “It’s reasonable to expect any other time in recent history,” said Safeto see an increase in musculoskeletal disty-Reports.com President Steve Polich. “It

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Steve Polich, president of Safety-Reports.com, Inc. (Photo by Roger Humphries) orders — carpal tunnel, tendonitis, mus- from-home) employees may increase emcle or ligament strains — resulting from ployers’ exposure to workers’ comp claims. ‘less-than-ideal’ ergonomic workstations “For this reason, employers must at home.” ensure WFH offices are safe and comply Also, Polich said, COVID-19 can be a with minimum company policies,” he said. recordable illness if a worker is infected “Controlling an employees’ work environas the result of performing work-related ment at home is no easy task. If employers duties and meets OSHA criteria. need help in this area, it’s best to contact “Even though OSHA is exercising en- their loss control representative from your forcement discretion to assess employers’ workers’ compensation insurance carrier or efforts in making work-related determina- broker, or contact an independent safety tions, I would expect that some employers consultant with experience in this area.” will mistakenly record COVID-related Michael W. Khalili is a workers’ illnesses on their logs,” he said. “Regard- compensation attorney with Hauptman, less, I would expect that these two factors O’Brien, Wolf & Lathrop, PC. will no doubt impact injury/illness rates In an update to information that Khalili in 2020.” provided around this time last year, he Additional factors that potentially said the essential jobs seen most in his muddy up the numbers include the em- practice that have steadily continued to ployees that continued to collect wages have work-related injuries are: health although they weren’t physically working care, construction, food processing, public due to PPP loans. works and critical manufacturing. “One would think this would poten“I would say the severity of the work tially cause a decrease in injury/illness injuries have increased somewhat while rates if employees mistakenly record their the frequency has significantly declined,” hours on their log,” he said, adding that it he said. could be argued some injuries such as slips As the economy has reopened, Khalili and falls might decrease for employees said work-related injuries and claims have working from home or “idle” employees picked up again. on payroll. “I believe the biggest vulnerability for Going a step further, Polich questions employers in the current environment is how the impact of COVID-19 on worker inadequate staffing that leads to more fatalities. Lastly, he indicated WFH (workContinued on next page.

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Early data shows need for multi-faceted, proactive workplace health, safety efforts Continued from preceding page. frequent and/or severe injuries,” he said. “Many employers try to stagger their employees in order to address social distancing issues and generally keep employees safe from contracting COVID-19; however, this tends to lead to ill-equipped employees overexerting themselves or taking more risks, which inevitably causes more work-related injuries.” He also addressed the “elephant in the room;” not having sufficient protections for employees. After all, “hot-spots” can lead to many new workers’ comp claims. Ultimately, if the employee was vigilant in safety outside of work and tracing leads to the hot spot, building a workers’ comp case becomes much easier.

He encouraged employers to provide all essential communications in English, Spanish and in any other languages that are necessary to assure all employees have access to the same info. There are toolkits for populations with limited English proficiency available at CDC.gov. “All these precautions serve as a belt and suspenders protection for the employees as well as the employer,” Khalili said. Concentra provided some specific yearon-year data for Nebraska and across its 520 clinics nationwide. The data refers to the distribution of closed cases by injury type in 2019 versus 2020; for instance, lower extremity injuries increased from 21.7% to 22.8% of closed cases over the time period

in Nebraska. While an increase, they were still lower than the total, as a percentage, of closed cases across Concentra’s footprint (23.5%). The data also shows year over year increases in injuries in the following areas: head and face, thoracic spine, lumbar spine and non-spine torso. The areas that dropped in injuries as a percentage included cervical spine, upper extremity and those injuries listed as “other.” Nebraska’s injuries were generally lower when compared to national data in cervical spine, lumbar spine and “other” categories. Percentage distribution in Nebraska as compared to nationally was substantially higher in the upper extremity and head/face categories, and somewhat

Workplace safety takes vigilance, consistency by Dwain Hebda him for always wearing safety glasses Disabling workplace injuries cost U.S. isn’t what you want. The message here is businesses $59 billion in 2020, according nobody plans to get hurt, but it happens. to Liberty Mutual Insurance. Local officials And depending on the severity, it could be say with proper oversight and reinforce- life-altering, career-changing.” ment, many of these injuries can be avoided. Candace Fickenscher, HR/safety direcChris Pitschmann, HVAC tor for FBG Service Corp., said instructor at Metropolitan Comthe company employs a variety of munity College and owner of tactics to help ensure employees Pitschmann Heating and Cooling, make it home in the same condisaid companies with stellar safety tion they came to work. records don’t get them on luck. “We conduct frequent inspec“A lot of the companies that tions and have ongoing commureally thrive actually have an nication keeping safety topics at employee whose responsibility the front of conversations,” she is the safety of everybody in said. “We also evaluate ‘near the company,” he said. “These miss’ situations so we can learn individuals may undergo special what the root causes were and O'Connor training and will do surprise popprevent accidents from even in visits onsite to make sure employees happening.” are following the rules the company has One example of this proactive behavior set forth.” comes in the form of risk analysis. Pitschmann said a company must be “We have done job safety analysis, consistent not only in communicating the evaluating the tasks to see where we can expectations for safety, but in providing improve,” she said. “We see frequent strain necessary equipment and reinforcing those injuries when it comes to removing trash that guidelines. is too heavy. Reducing the size of the trash “As a company, if you are very serious brutes we use so the load is lighter helps. about people being safe, then you need to “We also analyze environment and provide them with the proper PPE required location, especially of outside trash dumpto do the work,” he said. “You should also sters. Something as simple as throwing provide regular refreshers on training to a bag of trash into a dumpster or just make sure that everybody’s on the same opening the lid on a windy day can cause page. an injury.” “To have one person always wear safety Steve O’Connor, loss control specialist glasses and then another employee mock with FNIC, said a culture of safety doesn’t

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just happen, it must permeate all levels of a company to be successful. “It really comes from top management support and flows all the way through supervisory and employment interaction,” he said. “An accident is a clue that something has gone wrong in your operations and you have to address it as an operational piece to eliminate the exposure. “If you produce a product and you have to go back and rework it because it didn't pass an inspection or your equipment misstamps something, the employee has to go back and touch it again. Every time you touch something, it equals increased risk. So, by controlling operational issues, we can control accident issues.” Safety technology can be a big help in a company’s ongoing safety efforts. “The best companies currently use behavioral-based safety, which are just safety observations. You see an employee lifting incorrectly, you coach them,” he said. “The new technology in wearable items warns a person, as they’re approaching a lift, their body is in a bad position. Some of the things coming down the road use an exoskeleton to help you take load off when you do a lift or a repetitive task. That’s technology being experimented with right now.”

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higher in the torso injuries category. Notably, telemedicine engagements increased in Nebraska from .2% to 2.6%, which was still lower than the national average of 3.3%. Concentra Director ofTherapy Operations Shelby Mendez and Associate Director of Therapy Operations Michael Morgan also discussed at length how to bring employees back to work in a healthy and safe manner. They isolated persistent COVID-19 (“long COVID-19”) symptoms; reduced musculoskeletal health and potential increases in injury risk; a rise in obesity and decline in fitness; and the challenges of “presenteeism” as potential workforce health threats. For instance, Mendez noted that employees with long COVID-19 symptoms ranging from severe fatigue and shortness of breath to difficulty thinking and joint pain must be monitored and addressed in a clinical setting. An onsite clinic, she said, can ease employee fears, provide access to medical experts, convey that employers care about them, and offer an initial consult without having to leave work and go to the family doctor. To address the loss of physical fitness through the pandemic, Mendez also referred to pre-employment functional testing, musculoskeletal screening, early reporting programs, and worksite exercise programs. Tied to lower physical fitness, Morgan addressed obesity-related challenges. “New research has come out showing that 61% of Americans say they have put on some weight in the last year or so,” he said. The percentage of Americans who are obese, he noted, have steadily increased from around 30% in 1999 to 42% in 20172018. He emphasized that acting proactively to get ahead of high costs associated with higher injury rates due to climbing obesity rates; again, Morgan encouraged returnto-work physicals and fitness-for-duty physicals with functional testing and drug/ alcohol screening among those in “safety-sensitive” positions.

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Woodbury Corporation, a full-service real estate management and development company, is opening a Midwest office in Omaha. Its director will be Josh Berger. Woodbury Corporation has developed, managed and/or partnered on several mixed-use, commercial, residential and office developments in several Midwest states including Missouri, Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Kansas, South Dakota and Nebraska. The most recent development is in partnership with the University of Kentucky on its new research building on the Coldstream Research Campus, which is scheduled to open in early 2022. Currently, Woodbury Corporation is engaged in properties in 16 states. L o c a l t e c h s t a r t u p E v e n t Ve s t a launched its mobile app for finding fun events and activities going on in Omaha, and making plans to attend them with friends. The Event Vesta team considers the app to be a better way for locals and travelers alike to figure out “what to do” in Omaha, ranging from large well-known events, to smaller every-day options. The Event Vesta app is available for download

at the Apple App Store or Google Play Android Store. NaviSavi, a short-form video travel app created by Nebraska native Sally Bunnell, has launched. The mobile app, also dubbed The Real Travel Reel, allows users and businesses to post and share unedited travel clips shot directly from a smartphone. All content is user-generated to provide authentic, honest travel experiences worldwide. The bite-sized videos are all 30-seconds or less, shot vertically and filter free. Users who upload can earn cash rewards. The first “Featured City” was Omaha in June and another 30 cities will follow throughout the summer.

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The University of Nebraska announced initiatives for the 2021-22 school year. The new Nebraska Promise provides full tuition coverage for lowand middle-income Nebraska students and reached an additional 1,000 students this year. The university will also invest in compensation in order to remain competitive for top talent. The budget plan Continued on next page.

MEETINGS AND SEMINARS Tuesday, July 13 The Professional Insurance Agents of Nebraska and Iowa are hosting a webinar on The Small Hobby Farm: Properly Identifying & Insuring the Risk from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Agents attending this presentation will learn about farm liability and farm property coverages and areas where they leave the insured with uncovered exposures. Commercial general liability and commercial property coverages will also be discussed. The course will be led by Sam Bennett and is approved for three GEN CE hours. Wednesday, July 14 Best Care EAP’s Training Consultant Kim Hurst will be giving a presentation on The Power of Appreciate in the Workplace at 9 a.m. This conversation is focused on uncovering appreciation preferences of others and learning creative and meaningful ways to cater to those preferences. Registration is online. The Nebraska State Bar Association is hosting a webinar from noon to 1 p.m. on Uncoupling Marriage and Finances Helping Your Clients Through the Collaborative Divorce Process. The speakers will explore financial considerations prior to and during divorce, the emotional aspects and how to achieve positive outcomes. This program is intended for those who work in family law and are unfamiliar with the collaborative divorce process and attorneys whose practice is not family law related but are looking for an amicable solution for their clients contemplating divorce. Registration is online. Thursday, July 15 The Professional Insurance Agents of Nebraska and Iowa are hosting a webinar from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Ethics: Essentials for the Insurance Producer. This course begins with an overview of ethics and various approaches to ethical decision-making. It will discuss the re-

sponsibilities of the insurance producer to insurance carriers, prospects and clients, and to third parties. Throughout the course, various ethical dilemmas insurance producers face and possible solutions will be discussed. This course will be taught by Catherine Trischan. It is approved for three ETH CE hours. The Nonprofit Association of the Midlands is hosting a webinar on Managing Conflict in the Workplace from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Ralph Kellogg will be leading the discussion. Kellogg serves as the assistant vice president, human resources at Lutheran Family Services. Kellogg has over 20 years of experience in banking, customer service, sales, and nonprofit arenas. Registration is available online. The Professional Insurance Agents of Nebraska and Iowa are hosting a webinar on the Adventures of Aging: Financially Surviving Retirement from noon to 3 p.m. This course explores a variety of financial tools and insurance products to help manage such costs. Whether the information is for the benefit of clients, individuals and family. This course will be taught by Chris Amrhein and is worth three GEN CE hours. Heartland Workforce Solutions is hosting a Better Business Workshop on Customized Training Programs for Businesses from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. via Zoom. During this session Metropolitan Community College, Southeast Community College and Bellevue University will discuss various customized training programs. Registration for the free event is online. Inclusive Communities and the Nonprofit Association of the Midlands (NAM) are hosting another session of its digital roundtable series. This session will discuss Defining What Does It Mean To You And For All Of Us from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Registration for the online event is through NAM.

Midlands Business Journal • JULY 9, 2021 • REGIONAL LANDSCAPES Continued from preceding page. includes a 1.5% increase in the merit pool for non-unionized employees and a 3% increase in the merit pool for 2022-23. NU will also invest $6 million in salaries at the UNL and UNMC, where faculty lagged behind their peers. Finally, the budget invests in building maintenance and renewal. For the fourth consecutive year, the University of Nebraska system is ranked among the top 100 academic institutions worldwide in earning U.S. patents to protect the research and discoveries of its faculty. A newly released report from the National Academy of Inventors and Intellectual Property Owners Association lists the NU system as tied at No. 77. The ranking reflects the 44 patents granted in 2020 by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to NU’s technology transfer offices: NUtech Ventures at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and UNeMed Corp. at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and the University of Nebraska at Omaha. The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum’s Bloom Box program has received the 2021 Program Excellence Award from the American Public Gardens Association. The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum, a network supported by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, established Bloom Box in 2016 to get ready-to-plant pollinator plants to homes, schools, parks and other private and public lands. Its purpose is to educate about how to plant habitat for pollinators; distribute curated groups of plants for landscapes of varying sizes and conditions; and make gardening more accessible.

Health care notes…

Experts at Children’s Hospital & Medical Center are advocating for all children to be screened for potential heart-related issues by primary care providers. The American Academy of Pediatrics announced new national guidance for pediatricians to help detect risks in children and teens to prevent sudden cardiac arrest or death. Dr. Christopher Erickson, a pediatric cardiologist at Chil-

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dren’s, was the lead author of the paper, “Sudden Death in the Young: Information for the Primary Care Provider,” published in the July 2021 edition of AAP’s journal Pediatrics. Children’s Division Chief of Pediatric Sports Medicine, Dr. Kody Moffatt, also contributed to the research and recommendations.

Arts and events…

100 Women Who Care Omaha will be hosting its third quarter meeting on July 13. 100 Women Who Care Omaha is a group of local women in Omaha who gather to give back and invest in the community. Four times a year, the group meets to discuss local non-profits and donate $100 each to local 501(c)3 nonprofit charities. Each $100 donation is combined with others to make an impact. Omaha Performing Arts is welcoming country music star Parker McCollum to its Holland Center Outdoors series on July 15 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the show start at $22.50 at TicketOmaha.com. KANEKO will premier Hidden Places on July 16-17. Hidden Places is a new film by tbd. dance collective, directed by Nik Fackler. A Q&A with the director and dancers will follow the 30-minute film. Hidden Places follows the path of a person searching for inspiration. Prior to the film, movement piece will be performed live by members of tbd. dance collective. Guests may view this movement piece from the outside when entering. Additionally, there will be a live movement experience happening alongside the film. Tickets are online. The Docksiders is performing at the Holland Center’s East Lawn on July 16 at 7 p.m. The Docksiders is a group of veteran musicians from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, led by three-time Grammy nominee Kevin Sucher. Their tribute act features soft rock songs, now defined as yacht rock, of the 70s and 80s, from artists like Christopher Cross, Hall & Oates, Air Supply, Michael McDonald, and Oliva Newton-John. Tickets are available online.

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Dr. Christopher Anderson Brain Injury Medicine Certification Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital

Madonna physiatrist Dr. Christopher Anderson is advancing the level of care and training for brain injury survivors with brain injury medicine (BIM) certification. The board certification subspecialty is through the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR) and focuses on the prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of

individuals who’ve suffered a brain injury. An Omaha native, Anderson is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), a specialty he was first exposed to during a college internship at NYU Langone Health’s Rusk Rehabilitation in New York. “The Health Care Opportunities Program through the rehabilitation department made such an impact on me that I decided to go into physical medicine and rehabilitation,” Anderson said. After completing his doctor of osteopathic medicine from the University of Health Sciences in Kansas City, Missouri, he concluded his physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois. Since 2016, Anderson has

worked at Madonna’s Omaha Campus and currently serves as the physician program director for brain injury rehabilitation. He is also an assistant professor with PM&R residency program, a partnership with Madonna and the University of Nebraska Medical Center and its clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine. Anderson and fellow BIM physicians provide a high level of care for patients with brain injury and their families in both the hospital and the post-acute setting, and over the continuum of care to facilitate the process of recovery and improve medical and functional outcomes. The subspecialty certification has been offered by the ABPMR in partnership with the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology since 2014.

“We are thrilled to have Doug join as a partner in the firm,” said Michael Smith, President. “His character, integrity, and hard work reflect our firm’s commitment to excellence. Doug has exceeded our expectations at every step of the way. We have watched him grow these last few years and are confident he is ready for the next step.” Morris, an Omaha native, is a graduate of Ralston High School and the University of NebraskaOmaha. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting in 2015, his Master of Professional Accountancy and CPA certification in 2016. Doug is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the Nebraska Society of CPAs. McFarlin & Brokke, PC, has been

providing a full range of accounting, tax and consulting services to clients in the Midwest for more than 60 years. The firm is a member of the Senior Partner Network, an affiliation of CPA firms with offices in nine states. McFarlin & Brokke is also a member of the American Institute of CPAs, and the Private Companies Practice Section of the American Institute of CPAs.

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Jim Hempel General Counsel Omaha National

Hempel joins Omaha National from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska, where he served as associate general counsel for more than 13 years. His range of experience includes providing executive legal support and direction while managing vendor services, corporate governance, legal and risk management programs in the insurance industry. He will advise and support the Omaha National executive leadership team while managing legal initiatives for operational teams throughout the enterprise. He received his juris doctorate from the University of Nebraska and is licensed through the Nebraska State Bar.

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He is certified as a management accountant through the Institute of Management Accountants and is a licensed CPA in the state of Nebraska. He holds a BSBA and master’s degree in accounting from the University of Nebraska.

Derrald FarnsworthLivingston Vice President, IT Infrastructure Omaha National

FarnsworthLivingston joined Omaha National in 2019 as director of information technology, where his role includes service desk operations, server and network implementation and support, and information security. Before joining Omaha National, Farnsworth-Livingston had 20 years of broad-based experience in crafting and implementing successful IT strategies, architecting large-scale resilient systems, Submit your company’s employee announcements to Spotlight@mbj.com

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