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Employers must boost morale to sustain success by Gabby Hellbusch

Building morale is an important component for all business leaders to consider in order to maintain team engagement. With the shift to a more remote and/or hybrid work environment, Debbie Ferrara-Van Roy, vice president of human resources at Cox Communications, said many employees are having to balance work and home now more than ever before. “Employees are managing child care, elder care, schooling from home, financial stressors amongst many other things,” Ferrara-Van Roy said. Sedky “Therefore, now more than ever, providing employees with support and resources to balance work and home and have a sense of belonging is critical.” Cox Communications has a focus on empowering employees to provide a culture of meaning, growth, respect and inclusion, she noted. “This includes connecting our employees’ work and goals with a bigger purpose, maintaining trusting relationships by communicating openly and thoughtfully, valuing every voice and a strong focus on driving personal development journeys,” she said. Additionally, Cox Communications has implemented wellness programs such as fitness and nutrition programs, back-up care for children and seniors, resources for managing stress, financial planning and schooling from home to support employees in creating work and home synergies. “As each employee has their own unique desires and challenges, connecting with employees individually and knowing what is important to them is critical,” Ferrara-Van Roy said. Mart Sedky, vice president of human capital at OPPD, said it’s important to build morale among the team by providing opportunities for flexibility in where and how work gets done. “We’ve recently launched a new platform for employee recognition, Motivosity, that provides for both supervisor and peer recognition,” Sedky said. “Having opportunities for growth and development is something that is very important to our current and future workforce, and we are building various methodologies for employees to access learning opportunities.” She said team-building events are also important, and teams have gotten very creative

Debbie Ferrara-Van Roy, vice president, human resources at Cox Communications. about what those look like, including playing data about how we can improve morale. The trivia games, hosting a campfire or doing a consequence of not doing so is that employees show and tell. disengage and don’t give discretionary effort “The morale of our workforce is critically to make the organization successful.” important, as it determines the level of emKarla Gochenour, vice president of human ployee engagement which drives productivity resources at WoodmenLife, said it is so imand results,” Sedky said. “We do an annual en- portant to have a strong tie between associates, gagement survey, which provides us with rich their leaders, their team and the organization

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as a whole. “We have also been transparent in our communications, especially from senior leaders,” she said. Part of staying connected means ensuring everyone has the right technology, Gochenour said, so WoodmenLife deployed cameras to those who didn’t have them to create a “camera-on” culture. “Along with encouraging frequent touch-bases during the work week, we also wanted to make time for fun,” she said. “Leaders have been hosting optional virtual activities to create the sense of connection and boost social interaction.” Right now, the biggest trends present Gochenour across all businesses are increases in stress, a greater potential for burnout and a pivot toward mental well-being. “Associate morale and engagement go hand-in-hand,” Gochenour said. “When a workforce has high morale, there are so many benefits, like more collaboration, less conflict, lower stress levels and better productivity and customer service. If associates know they can count on their workplace to be a positive space during difficult times, they feel empowered to still do their best work and contribute, whether they are on site or working from their home.”

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1623 Farnam data center expands with renovation by Richard D. Brown

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Todd J. Cushing, president of Omaha’s 1623 Farnam — a data center emerging out of a 76,000-squarefoot multi-story building on the southeast corner of 17th & Farnam streets — might be surprised if there’s not more rubbernecking going on from motorists passing the very active construction site. The seven-year-old data center is taking over the entire building that formerly housed the headquarters of a savings and loan company and a number of smaller professional services offices. “Omaha is hot with innovation,” Cushing said. “1623 Farnam services over five million eyeballs and multiple Fortune 500 companies in our region.” The seven-employee firm that he heads is benefiting, in part, from Nebraska being the 15th fastest growing tech state and the 20th fastest population growing state in the nation. Cushing said more than $40 million is being invested in the heavy renovation work of the former Nebraska Savings & Loan/American Charter Continued on page 9.

President Todd J. Cushing … The edge data center is expanding its physical presence as Omaha remains (Photo by Roger Humphries) hot in the tech industry.

Omaha’s Universal Group poised for expansion across eight states by Michelle Leach

Since 2013, Universal Group, LTD has gone from three employees to 40, and from one office in Omaha to seven locations — spanning Arizona, to Tennessee and Wyoming, to South Carolina — with most of the growth that necessitated and supported its expansion occurring within the past two years. The multifaceted independent insurance agency has

balanced this flurry of activity with its continued commitment to local, personalized services built by the Loring family around 75 years ago. “Dan’s vision was to grow the company into other states and other markets,” said Controller Jessica Headlee of her husband, President and CEO Daniel R. Headlee. “Within the last several months, we have Continued on page 9.

Founding Partner Michael Hilgers … Capitalizing on the huband-spoke model with a family-friendly work environment, the firm attracts top tier talent to Lincoln area.

Marking 10 years, Lincoln-based Hilgers Graben firm has grown to six U.S. cities by Becky McCarville

President and CEO Dan Headlee … Independent insurance agency distinguishes with long history of local, one-on-one service; array of solutions ranging from specialized, industry specific programs to HR and wellness community and coaching.

When Founding Partner Michael Hilgers started litigation firm Hilgers Graben from his northwest Lincoln basement after working as a litigator for a number of years at a big law firm in Dallas, Texas, he knew he wanted a practice that did “sophisticated, interesting work” with a “good culture” and a “no

jerks core value.” Ten years later, the firm has grown to over 40 full- and parttime employees in six cities across the nation — Nebraska (Lincoln/Omaha area), Dallas, Atlanta, Denver, Miami and San Diego. Growth didn’t happen overnight. In fact, most of the growth Continued on page 8.

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Fremont Automation excels with made-to-order business model “When our customers come to us, they eiby Gabby Hellbusch Since 1991, Fremont Automation has been ther want to grow their business or need better creating simple solutions to save companies working conditions for their employees and they time and expenses so that more focus can be can’t find anything off the shelf that will help because the equipment doesn’t exist,” she said. placed on growth, said CEO Amanda Benes. The company, which was founded by Dave “So, these companies are stuck in a position Benes, started out as a machine shop and has where they can't fulfill their vision. But, that’s since grown to specialize in custom machine and where we come in to help.” While COVID-19 hasn’t significantly improduction automation, mechanical and control pacted business, Benes engineering and consaid it has impacted tract manufacturing. Fremont Automation customers’ schedules Over the past few Phone: 402-533-8003 for projects. Recentyears, its prime focus Location: 520 S 3rd Ave., Blair 68008 ly, the company has has been building cusFounded: 1991 worked closely with tom equipment that Employees: 11 the food and beverage can’t be found elseService: custom machine and producindustry, which has where. tion automation, mechanical and control continued to remain “To some, the word engineering, and contract manufacturing robust. ‘automation’ is scary Goal: acquisition; improve manufactur“The pandemic is and means people losing across the nation another opportunity for ing jobs,” Benes said. Website: fremontautomation.com us to look at how else “But, as someone who we can create equipworks in this industry everyday, that’s not what I see. I see companies ment or put something in place to help reduce that want to provide the best resources for the the amount of people in one place,” she said. employees they have while making sure em- “We’re extremely lucky to work with partners ployees are growing and not doing repetitive who want the best working conditions for their jobs. We want people to not be replaceable, so employees.” She said the team never shies away from a we work with people to create better environchallenge — in fact, they enjoy the process of ments.” Fremont Automation works with industries working through a problem to find a solution. “There’s always an opportunity that can across the board, including automotive, food come from an obstacle,” Benes said. “Challengand railroad.

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CEO Amanda Benes … Helping businesses improve manufacturing processes to create better environments for workers. es are part of the fun.” Benes said. The team finds ways to have fun every day. “You can measure success by sales and “Our employees get to be creative and try profits, which have been consistent for us over things that have never been done before,” she the years, but I would say our biggest success said. “They’re kind of like kids in a candy store. and the best part of our growth is the team we If you love manufacturing, this is the place to have now,” she said. “Our team is engaged and be.” fulfilled. They love coming to work. And for One of the privileges of running a busi- us, that’s true success.” ness is the chance to build a successful team, Down the line, Benes said there’s an opportunity for acquisition of local, small manufacturing companies. “In regards to our long-term plans, our bigPaid Content gest goal is to change the way manufacturing processes look in the U.S.,” Benes said. “There is a need to get away from the mindset of ‘the way it’s always been done’ and move towards improving manufacturing processes and its people in order for both Nebraska and the U.S. to keep up with the rest of the world.”

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position with The Harry A Koch Co. This job has given me the opportunity to build so many relationships with new clients, grow as a professional and do it all while working with the best team in the industry! The toughest part of the job: Rejection is never easy, but it’s part of the job. I’ve learned that at the end of the day if we can look ourselves in the mirror and know we did everything possible to put the best proposal in front of someone, it’s out of our hands at that point. The best advice I have received: Surround yourself with people that will constantly challenge you to be the best version of yourself. About my family: I’m blessed to come from a large family that includes four amazing parents, six siblings, and I have two dogs (Ace & Jack). Something else I’d like to accomplish: Win our company’s chili cook-off!

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Personal experiences inform Ford-Robbins’ work helping others by Dwain Hebda

When asked what education led to her role as assistant director of the University of Nebraska at Omaha Health Careers Resource Center, Nadira Ford-Robbins laughs. The educational journey, she said, started before even she can remember. “The constant thread in my life is my mother is a registered nurse,” she said. “She has eight children and I’m number six of eight. But at the time she was going to nursing school, I was the youngest and not in school yet, so I actually went to college with her. I would go to the college day care while she was in class and sometimes she would have night classes so, of course, the day care wasn’t open and I was actually in class with her up until I went to kindergarten.” 2020 Her family relocated to Omaha when Ford-Robbins was 9, and while she would never formally study for a career in health care, she graduated from UNO with a degree in speech communications in 2006 and followed that with a master’s degree in organizational leadership from College of Saint Mary in 2010. She’s quick to connect the dots between that early experience and her present role. In her current capacity, Ford-Robbins helps undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students chart and execute the next steps in their education toward a career in health care, be it nursing, dental school or medical school. “As far as I am concerned, I have always

Nadira Ford-Robbins, assistant director of UNO Health Careers Resource Center … Drawing from personal experiences to help students pursuing careers in health care. been in the higher education environment with on course and graduate. From there she spent a health care focus,” she said. “Having grown time in social work, assisting new mothers and up with a RN as a mother, when I stumbled their babies to ensure the children got a healthy upon working in health care education, it was start in life. And from there, she worked for a no-brainer because I’ve always been in that Omaha Housing Authority to assist people in environment.” gaining the employment that fed their self-sufFormally and informally, Ford-Robbins’ career has revolved around helping the underdog Proud Sponsors of the 2020 and lifting up those who may not have had the advantages others did. Right after college, she worked for the State of Nebraska helping college students from disadvantaged backgrounds stay

ficiency. Ford-Robbins has thrived in each of these roles, as well as in higher education, and has achieved results of which others are taking notice. Among this recognition, she received the Awesome Advisor Award from UNO in 2019 and in 2018 received the Gold level Teaching award and DOVE Award for Excellence from Nebraska Methodist College. Once again, she said her personal experiences loomed large in the way in which she embraces the task at hand. “For me, the reason I’ve been able to thrive in some of my positions and be well-versed in some of these areas is because when I moved to Omaha, there was a period of time when my mother didn’t work because she had just gone through a massive separation,” she said. “We found ourselves living in Omaha Housing Authority for a couple of years, we were low-income, I was considered a first-generation college student because my mom hadn't earned her bachelor’s yet. “I remember what it felt like and how some of those things can feel dehumanizing, especially if you’re a person of color in this country. The thing I like to keep front and center is what it felt like and treat people like humans no matter what their position is in life. I always remember that at the end of the day we’re all humans and we all deserve respect and dignity.”

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After working from home, lawyers turn to implications of return-to-work policies by Michelle Leach

Midlands lawyers isolated several potential vulnerabilities associated with the transition back into the workplace, and with the isolating nature of the pandemic. “Employers often struggle with the extent they can, and are required, to address the mental health concerns of their employees,” said Kathryn A. Dittrick, partner at Fraser Stryker. “Especially during this time when many employers still have a majority of employees working from home, it is extremely difficult to assess the mental health needs of employees and to determine if they need assistance.” Productivity almost always declines from untreated mental issues, jeopardizing an employee’s job. “Quite frankly, these concerns have increased drastically during the course of the pandemic, mainly as a result of employees largely working from home,” she said. “When employees are physically reporting to work, it is easier to detect if the employee is suffering from a depression, anxiety, or other mental condition.” Plus, employee assistance program (EAP) info is usually readily available in the physical workplace. Legally, some mental illnesses may constitute a “disability” under the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act. “If a depression, anxiety, or other mental illness is severe enough to constitute a ‘disability’ under the ADAAA, this triggers an employer’s duty to provide reasonable accommodations

to the employee, if doing so would enable the employee to perform the functions of his or her job and not pose an undue hardship on the

if they don't always rise to the level of a ‘disability’ under the law,” she said. “While employers are not legally required to accommodate mental

Dittrick Heino employer,” she said. Accommodations, for instance, include leave of absences or other time off for treatment. Dittrick recommended that employers enroll in a strong EAP run by a third-party provider. And don’t be afraid to discuss an employee’s wellness with the employee. “Our society tends to have a hyper-focus on privacy and confidentiality, and loses sight of the fact that employers are legally required to engage in the interactive process with employees to determine if and what type of reasonable accommodation may be required to enable the employee to perform the job,” she said. Employees, don’t be embarrassed to ask for help. “Most working Americans experience varying levels of stress, anxiety and depression, even

Tiritilli Moland wellness issues if the condition does not rise to the level of a disability, they are going to have a more content and productive workforce if they go above and beyond what the law demands.” When asked about the latest workplace legal concerns that have arisen since December, Goosmann Law Firm Attorney Kelsey Heino said companies are now facing backlash when requesting employees to return to the brickand-mortar office, get vaccinated or otherwise return to a more “normal” work schedule and environment. “Companies must keep in mind that the end goal is to keep good employees,” she said. “While it may be frustrating to allow flexibility for those still not comfortable returning to pre-COVID operations, it’s generally in the company’s best interest to do so if it will not

Health care issues dominate trends in employee benefits by Dwain Hebda

Industry officials say lifestyle changes during the COVID-19 pandemic have led to new demand for employee benefits, with mental health resources leading the way. “While many employer groups offer access to employee assistance programs (EAP) and mental health coverage under their medical plans, employees are looking for more,” said Lisa Diesing, assistant vice president and account executive with Lockton Companies. “The pandemic has increased stress and reduced resilience, impacting both employees and employers. Many individuals are looking for tools such as digital applications and online resources that provide educational

resources on how to manage stress, improve sleep, et cetera.” Diesing said another complication brought on by COVID-19 is employees experiencing difficulty managing chronic diseases, having been cut off from health care professionals. “As individuals Reid continue to have difficulty managing their care, employers are seeking to offer their employees access to programs that

can focus on their specific needs and help improve their well-being,” she said. Nancy Koenig, senior benefits advisor with Unico Group, said the inability of people to see their doctor as needed has pushed many employers to seek out benefits that include telehealth. “There’s been a huge increase in the number of people using telemedicine,” she said. “Companies that were maybe concerned with, ‘Oh, I don’t really want my employees to use telemedicine,’all of a sudden, they’re now promoting it. Providers are also looking for the opportunities this brings to save money long term.” Koenig said many companies worked with Continued on page 12.

harm business.” Consider the cost of seeking and training new employees, which is often significantly higher than the likely minimal difference in productivity between a work-from-home employee and in-office staff. “Of course, if your business needs people on site to function, that analysis may shift in favor of a more stringent return-to-work policy,” Heino said. She encouraged employers to work with respective attorneys to set up trainings on issues that were brough to light during COVID. “Was there significant tension in your office over racial justice or the election? Consider a refresher on the company’s harassment, discrimination and social media policies,” she said. “Did employees or HR struggle with entering time appropriately while working from home? Conduct a training on the [Fair Labor Standards Act].” Having good policies in place that employees understand will make for a less stressful 2021. “As more employees transition back to work in the offices in 2021, employers will need to continue to be mindful of their obligations under the ADA and OSHA, and other employment laws,” said Eric W. Tiritilli, a partner with Lamson Dugan and Murray’s business department. “Another topic employers will likely grapple with in 2021 is the COVID-19 vaccine and its implications for the workforce.” He also referenced diversity and inclusion in the workplace as an important topic. Previously, Tiritilli highlighted employee privacy (related to COVID-19 issues) and record-keeping obligations, as well as employers’ obligations under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. Year-on-year, McGrath North Attorney Abigail M. Moland said client questions have shifted to “return-to-work” issues, such as maintaining safe workplaces, employee vaccinations and Americans with Disabilities Act accommodation issues. “Employers are also reaching out with questions related to (and in anticipation of) major shifts in labor and employment priorities under the Biden administration,” she said. “We are starting to see a shift in labor and employment enforcement priorities under the Biden administration, including the Protecting the Right to Organize Act (PRO Act) and other labor-activity we are monitoring closely.” Partly, Moland said the firm anticipates increased organizing activity among unions. “The current environment has presented some novel issues of which employers should have on their radar,” she said, referencing both personal protective equipment and vaccine-oriented guidance, as well as protection and accommodation of LGBTQ+ employees. Moland also mentioned that the firm has seen “significant enforcement activity” from the Department of Labor over the last year, regarding how to properly calculate and factor in non-discretionary bonus payments to avoid wage and hour liability. “We anticipate an increase in litigation and administrative charges with employees returning to work and with the transition back to the ‘new normal’ in the workplace,” she said. “We have also seen many issues arise with seemingly benign return to work decisions as well as an increase in employee anxiety and mental health-related issues impacting their ability to return to work.”

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Local organizations work to fill the talent gap by David Kubicek

The Nebraska Tech Collaborative estimates that by 2025 Nebraska will be facing a shortage of 10,000 tech workers, partly due to the growth in tech companies in the area and a lack of strong tech talent within the area to fill those jobs. Several local initiatives are working to fill that talent gap. The AIM Code School is a Nebraska Department of Education accredited accelerated learning program that offers industry-recognized technical education for people of all ages and backgrounds, Director Emily Matis said. “Our 20-hour Introduction to Technology course is designed to give people the basic tech skills they need in order to be successful in any career, and to give them the foundation they need in order to be successful if they decide to further their tech education,” Matis said. The monthly virtual class is free of charge. Aksarben launched its first industry-specific workforce initiative, the Nebraska Tech Collaborative (NTC) to work specifically on actionable and scalable solutions to the tech-worker shortage, according to Aksarben Foundation President Sandra Reding. “What makes the Aksarben NTC unique is that it’s business-led,” she said. “Nebraska has over 1,800 tech-jobs open in tech spanning everything from entry-level IT and junior software engineers to cloud architects, cybersecurity, data scientists and software engineers. For Nebraska to grow and evolve, we must cultivate the workforce needed in technology across all industries.”

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More buildings may economy with upside be coming out of potential.” ground, but demand the NAI NP Dodge also being constructed remains brisk. “Demand for commercial at described the leasing Associate Kyle Pelster Opportunities are Highway Crossing.” Edney indicated real estate market as “very tight.” loans is very strong,” this is driving “At any given and landlords leasing available for tenants such as the said Stephanie Moline, executive vice president aforementioned R&R. projects, to them. time, there are around These challenges ing with First National of Enterprise Lend- 100 properties, give or Bank. “Commercial A; Edney recalled aren’t limited to Class and industrial loan how the Kellogg take, listed/available demand is growing, building at 10203 Crown at a much slower but in the Omaha/Council Point Ave. near pace.” Fort Blair High Road She said some of had “multiple offers and Bluffs couple of weeks.” in a in late 2016 is being the capital investment said. market,” he “Having said absorbed. “There isn’t much “It would appear that, finding the of that type of product out there, either,” coris lagging the capital the anticipated revenue rect he said. square footage, expenditures,” Moline He also spoke to said. location, rental rates tures, such as greater demand for certain feaGrowth of C&I loans, clear heights and she said, remains and building layout dock doors — driven larger about the same as can be very difficult.” by requirements a year companies such as “Agribusiness loans ago. as He referred to are up year over year and using third-partyAmazon are growing and commercial Moline more providers. real estate is up Edney “We’re also seeing year over more construction in the last year — year,” she said. Pelster with a lot of interest owner/user buildings “We are finally seeing from investors that Generally, businesses but some spec are an increase in new in spec industrial space are optimistic buildings as well. industrial properties,”looking to invest about potential tax on the market “The new Facebook he reform. project will add after a slowdown in new spec projects again of that interest is coming fromsaid. “A lot “This would cause new infrastructure past,” he said. some monies to outside of in the the Midwest.” along the Highway repatriated and improving be 50 rental rates “The increases in term length, working capital corridor,” Pelster said. “This will Edney referred to and operating expenses and money that can break way to cap rates and be used for acquisitions for new projects and industrial continue ROI as lower steadily rise. or additional investment on the coasts, making one’s parks in that in equipment and/ area.” “The rest of the market Omaha attractive as a secondary or people,” she said. seems to be catch- to He Chicago, New York or tertiary market more entrants into “There continues to be created said Thrasher and Freightliner have ing up with the rental rates we or Denver. are Regarding “behind-the-scenes” from loan productionthe local market; both leaving large new buildings for themselves, of the new construction projects.” seeing out vacancies in their offices OMNE Partners indusprevious locations. Moline is encouraged and FinTechs.” EVP Matt Edney Continued on page “Brook Valley continues Class A industrial by new market 30. entrants as: “People availability remains said to be the leader believe this is a vibrant in new industrial construction hard to find.” “really projects,” Pelster said. “The “And that type R&R Commerce of product is moving Park is pretty quick,” he said.

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Archrival updates 10-year-old Haymarket space, establishes Los Angeles presence by Michelle Leach

Archrival’s renovated space as one space,” said Clint! RunLincoln ge, headquarters at 720 founder and the unique mix of O St. speaks to director. “We managing creative a mature wanted our space years old and counting firm — 20 be a little further to along the business — and energetic startup spirit that has resulted chain … and at one point that was in campaigns with an ‘aspirational’ Redbull, space, it became Motorola, and expansion Adidas, us and we outgrew with sister mature it. It’s more offices and teams of a business than in the space gon, and Los Angeles.Portland, Ore- felt like.” “We’ve been here The Haymarket for over 10 space breathes years, and wanted to rethink the entire Archrival’s niche in youth cultureContinued on page 10.

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President Nick upon 30-plus years Cusick … Equipment manufacturer builds soccer; tennis courtof innovation with safety features in volleyball, sports like pickleball.renovations to accommodate rising interest in

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Depending on where pared to that,” said President Nick across Bison’s divisions one looks Cusick, who indicated its focus and product lines, the Lincoln-based was on other areas. “Even without manufacturer’s growth is up at least 5 to a lot of direct marketing emphasis, 10 percent to 30 percent our site furnishing business, BRP, following or amid dealer base and ownership was up 5 to 10 percent.” transitions, and Falling under custom a business unit redesign. trial job shop manufacturerindusIM“Bison overall, its SCORP’s holding company umline, had an incredibleown product brella, wholly-owned year prior subsidiary and this last year was flat com- Bison is joined by SNA Sports Continued on page 10.

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Drone and innovative scanning technology is giving Lamp Rynearson, Omaha-based civil engineering, a 58-year-old landscape architecture, construction and surveying firm, administration a competitive advantage as it completes a wide range of private and public sector projects. Nancy Pridal, a professional engineer and 20-year son employee who Lamp Rynearto president of the was promoted firm in August, stresses that leading the latest technologywith the use of has enabled the employee-owned increase its revenues company to by more than 100 percent over the while the employee past 10 years creased by 45 percent.count has in“With the investment we’ve made, we want to be viable in the future with the technology provided,” Pridal said. “For example, we can scan a mound and get the typographic data and in scanning stockpiles we can get quantities.” The purchase of a second drone Continued on page 12.

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La Casa Pizzaria Jesse. “Being a family restaurant, is evolving with offerings on wheels — its food our staff lives for interaction.” truck — and via She indicated there technologies such is a balas online ordering, ancing act for the third-generafocused on customerwhile staying tion, family-owned service from and operated the family that has been dishing restaurant, which is still located out its Neapolitan-style at 4432 pizza for the Leavenworth St. in Omaha — almost 75 years. same location that reportedly “Technology plays caught on so well that a part,” said General Manager/Treasure Patane and his family Founder Joe r Nicole “ran out of Continued on page 18.

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General Manager/Treasur er Nicole — from food truck to website and menu Jesse … A heaping of “new” on service, Neapolitan-style updates — blends with focus pizza and pasta.

At the recent grand lifestyle. opening of 1415 @ The Yard The platform also apartment comprovides data plex at 14th and Cuming streets, to property managers so they can property manager Ashley Abel with monitor and control energy usage, Cushman & Wakefield/Lund rent units Co., streamlinefaster through automation, logged onto the property labor costs and add dashboard value to launch the smart apartment app to properties. designed by Portland-based “It helps run the property IOTAS more (Internet of Things As a Service), efficiently,” Abel said, adding that demonstrating the she can control ease new tenant can control at which a ing, heating vacant units’ lightand air conditioning, automated technologyand integrate monitor maintenance to fit their issues as well Continued on page 39.

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NTC’s goals by 2025 include increasing the number of tech workers by 10,000 and increasing the number of tech startups by 300. “With the NTC, we’re specifically looking

are seeking out these same workers, which has intensified the tech talent gap we are seeing now. Especially with the impact of COVID-19, more and more companies are having to adapt their

Matis Reding at growing talent, working with pre-K-12 and post-secondary education to help young people have greater access to work-based experiences, and then scaling those opportunities to reach as many people state-wide as possible,” Reding said. Buildertrend, a cloud-based construction project management software, has more than one million users in more than 100 countries, according to Makayla Hoover, director of talent acquisition. “We’re always looking for top talent in web development, software engineering and digital marketing,” she said. “However, with an ever-evolving digital world, more companies

Hoover Moylan current methods to ensure remote employees are staying engaged and connected.” The firm’s recruitment process includes being active in the community, sending its talent team to university career fairs, and hosting presentations for student groups to boost awareness of career opportunities at Buildertrend. “Although we continue to grow, we have successfully kept a “startup” feel within our organization,” Hoover said. “We prioritize employee recognition, social events and team outings. This focus has led Buildertrend to having an award-winning company culture, which we find is our biggest recruitment tool.”

The Greater Omaha Chamber and many community partners support youth-development programs like Careerockit, and in partnership with Metropolitan Community College and Iowa Western Community College, the Chamber annually sponsors educators to learn more about a variety of industries, including construction, manufacturing, and IT, during its Educator Internships summer program, according to Sarah Moylan, senior director, talent. Savannah Cuevas, education & diversity manager for the Greater Omaha Chamber, said Careerockit brings together educators and Mares businesses from more than 22 school districts and six counties each year to deliver career-learning experiences to students from elementary to high school. Greater Omaha WorkLab (GrOW) Director Chad Mares said that navigating tricky situations — like losing a loved one, finding a school for the kids, and becoming a homeowner — are better handled when employees and their families have the resources and support. “[GrOW offers] an employer-paid model that supports employees at any stage and circumstance in life by having access to highly qualified professionals, our Navigators,” he said.

Marking 10 years, Lincoln-based Hilgers Graben firm has grown to six U.S. cities every day. And now they can come to Nebraska Continued from page 1. and they can work at home or they can have a has happened over the last two to three years. Hilgers attributes the growth to its econom- 10-minute commute and they have all this extra ic model, “geographic arbitrage,” and to its time with their families while they’re still workdistributed work model developed before the ing on really sophisticated cases.” Hilgers said that stay-at-home moms and pandemic. The firm was built from the ground up to work together from different cities using dads work for the firm, which has a “social contract” with its part-time communication platflex attorneys. Hilgers forms like Microsoft Hilgers Graben himself has four kids Teams or Trello boards Phone: 402-218-2106 under the age of 9. and implementing daily Services: complex commercial litigation, “For us, we give huddles to connect. patent/intellectual property litigation, discovery, them an opportunity “We compete with trademark prosecution to be part of our team firms on the coast or in Founded: 2011 and then we’re able to large cities like Chica- Employees: over 40 full and part time by the use their talents for our go, and in those places, end of the quarter in six locations, including clients and everyone real estate’s really ex- Nebraska (Lincoln/Omaha area), Dallas, kind of wins,” he said. pensive — everything’s Atlanta, Denver, Miami and San Diego. “And as their kids get really expensive,” he Goals: Opening its San Diego office the first older, they get more and said. “For us, we’ve week in April makes the firm bicoastal. grown intentionally Industry outlook: In a hard-charging national more bandwidth.” The firm specializfrom a home base in litigation industry, Hilgers Graben sets itself es in complex litigation Lincoln, and we recruit apart with family-friendly culture and lower — large corporate comnationally.” cost of living. mercial disputes and The arbitrage mod- Website: hilgersgraben.com intellectual property el allows the firm to take advantage of Lincoln’s lower cost of living and and patent/trademark disputes — and discovery, less commute time compared to larger cities, where it supports litigation matters around the country. which has attracted attorneys from big firms. “There’s very little innovation in the legal The “no jerks” approach has also attracted space and we’ve been able to innovate on the top talent and clients. “It can be a difficult working environment discovery side, and so we can review documents in the best of times and at a lot of places they’re faster, higher quality … and so that is kind of the really hard charging and they can be known for unique part of our practice and one of the faster maybe not treating people well or not being a growing practices,” he said. For example, the firm can review documents great environment,” he said. “We have a hard enough job; we’re always going to treat people (a piece of its discovery counsel practice) at speeds of around 200 documents per hour, while right. “I think it’s a little refreshing in the industry the industry average is about 60 per hour. “The way we’ve been able to do it — we and it’s allowed us to recruit really incredible talent who are looking for something different have thought carefully and differently about how in their legal career. We’ve recruited from big to approach document sets and we’ve created our cities where, associates who have young kids and own proprietary approach that’s very logical, it’s they live in Chicago or Denver and they look at intuitive, and it’s engineered technology archithe prospect of a two-hour roundtrip commute tecture,” he said, adding that it isn’t software the

firm has developed, but it’s developed a way of “building engineered workflows.” Hilgers Graben has even spun off a sister company called Dilijint, an e-discovery/infonomics company. Hilgers himself recruited the company’s CEO, Richard Kessler, who moved from New York to Omaha to lead the company. “We recognized an opportunity to do the software platforms that were housing and hosting the data — that we had some more innovation that we could do outside of the strictly legal/law reviewing and doing discovery context, that there was a really underutilized and adjacent business for us,” he said. “So, it’s complementary to what we do. The firm will review the docs and do the discovery work and then Dilijint will help do the data analysis on the backend and host the data and then take learnings and insights from the data and apply it to the business function of the company.” Hilgers has an opportunistic approach to growth — both with finding the right people and adding offices in different cities. With the hub-and-spoke model, spoke cities (Dallas/Austin area, Miami, Denver, Atlanta and San Diego) are locations where in federal district courts, some of the most frequent litigation/ patent cases are filed. “When you have your boots on the ground and senior attorneys in those places — but they’re being supported by really sharp litigators and paralegals and admin staff in Lincoln — you get the ability to be there with the local knowledge, be able to work with the judges, be able to attend hearings, but you have all the support you need on the back end,” he said. However, he clarified that the Lincoln office is not just the “back office.” That all of the firm’s full-time attorneys in the Lincoln office are from top five law schools is unique, he said. The other differentiator is its huband-spoke model with Lincoln as its hub, and small office footprints in the bigger cities, which keeps costs low and translates to lower costs for clients.

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Omaha’s Universal Group poised for expansion across eight states a program,” she said. “We do stress reduction Continued from page 1. how to lower work-comp claims. added Wyoming and Alabama.” Suggestions inevitably turned to the benefit and all sorts of stuff. And we have an app where When asked about future expansion, the of wellness programs to help reduce some of people can share their ideas and thoughts. It’s a community. We’re not lecturing people on Headlees noted both Wisconsin and Florida as those claims. sites for new offices for “I created a pro- wellness. It’s not doom and gloom. It’s more the agency based out gram right before of a way to motivate people.” Universal Group, LTD For instance, Headlee noted modifications of 2625 S. 140th St. in COVID-19 that we Omaha (formerly, the Phone: 402-399-8721 (Omaha headdid in-person for his could be as straightforward as setting up a Access Bank building). quarters) clients and it went re- more ergonomic home office environment that It was also this vision Address: 2625 S. 140th St., Omaha ally well,” she said. supports healthy posture. “A health and wellness program is only that led to the compa- 68144 (headquarters) “After COVID, we just effective if people are using it, and many don’t ny being rebranded as Services: independent insurance agentook it online.” cy offering business insurance, personal “Universal.” Today, these ser- even realize what their health benefits are or “We did keep the insurance and employee benefits soluvices are branded as they don’t know how to log into it,” she said. griffin, which is the tions and programs Universal Group’s “Otherwise, people may not be motivated on their own until something catastrophic local icon,” she said. Founded: 1889; 1946 as Loring & Co. Wellness Program. “So, we married the old by Dan Loring, Sr.; 2013 purchased by “If we have a client happens, and they have been diagnosed with Daniel R. Headlee with the new.” whose health costs are a disease.” Headlee also noted these services help to This notion applies Website: universalinsgroup.com crazy high, we can do not only to its exterprevention and we can ease employers and HR managers that may be nally-facing identity, but to its internal charac- do assessments such as biometric screenings, saddled with implementing such programs. “We handle everything,” she said. teristics for the company whose roots predate or they might want access to a health coach,” When asked more broadly about how the Spanish-American War. Dan Loring, Sr. she said. “It’s an a la carte-type service.” reportedly began handling insurance for OmaIn the pandemic environment, Headlee COVID-19 has impacted people’s awareness ha clients in 1946. His son, Dan, entered the noted that employers may feel like they don’t of the importance of planning, Dan Headlee business in 1967. have control of their employees when they acknowledge that the pandemic has affected business owners and all of us “to some degree “Dan [Loring] had such as great reputation work remotely. with his clients, and his approach was very “This would be great time to implement or another.” hands-on,” Headlee said. “The business had a very local feel. And, because of that, it allowed him to develop long-term relationships with his clients. Dan’s [Headlee] challenge and thrill Continued from page 1. contractor), HED (design engineer), Olsson (civil building erected in 1973. was to retain those clients.” engineering), the city of Omaha, and OPPD.” The owners of 1623 Farnam are David BradBefore purchasing the business from MUD also had to relocate a water main. Loring around eight years ago, Headlee got ley and his St. Joseph, Missouri-based family. Phone carrier clients of 1623 Farnam needed to know his predecessor through his father, Cushing has a minority interest in the business. to be flexible, while such infrastructure issues Mike Headlee, who worked in life insurance Numerous obstacles have been encountered were addressed. in both planning, construction, and finding the for Northwestern Mutual. Cushing said partnerships between Oma“So, Dan Loring was looking to retire,” she necessary equipment for the data center which ha-area providers and outside specialists have said. “But he didn’t want to sell the business to is one of about 16 to 18 been integral to the sucjust anybody. He wanted to stay local and that’s facilities of its type in 1623 Farnam cesses achieved. Examthe country. where he Dan [Headlee] came in.” ples include Thompson Phone: 402-342-2656 He uses the analo- Address: 1623 Farnam St., Suite 860, The Headlees indicated they took their time Electric/RS Electric, with the transition, with Loring remaining on gy of a spider with legs. Omaha 68102 SEi/HED/CapRock “We are the body Service: carrier neutral edge data center the team while Dan served as vice president. Consulting Group, Kan“Dan was able to meet the clients, and we and the networks that Founded: 2014 as Nebraska Data Center sas City-based GBA/ did a nice transition hand-over where we were come in provide the Employees: 7 Olsson, Colliers with legs,” Cushing ex- One-year goal: Complete construction of able to retain clients,” she said. teams from both Omaha In all, there are 16 team members in Oma- plained. and Missouri, among remodeled facility and focus on sales. Cushing said 1623 Industry outlook: Omaha is hot with innovaha, with anywhere from two to six employees others. each in Wyoming, Alabama, Arizona, Ten- Farnam, which is just tion in a rapidly moving industry. “This was a live nessee and South Carolina. When accounting shy of 50 network com- Website: www.1623farnam.com facility,” Cushing said. for all 40 team members, Headlee noted these panies, will have local, “The demolition of old professionals also include five or six with regional, national and international reach. The electrical and mechanical was surgery.” Hometown Insurance Agency in Columbus, interconnected edge data center features a robust COVID-19 regulations required coordiNebraska, and its Specialty Group led by Joe ecosystem offering access to carriers and service nation, cleaning, distancing, masking and site McIlhon, the latter of which is veteran-owned providers, along with multiple on-ramps to the sanitation to keep everyone safe and the project and focuses on specialized areas such as cloud, including Megasport, Telia, and Amazon moving forward. Web Services. trucking. Cushing began his technology career at age Clients are also a cross connect away from 16 when he was recommended by his DECA “Our customers can get the local, one-onone services, while still being able to access interconnecting into Google’s largest North teacher/adviser to do an internship, of sorts, multiple programs and services that they need, American Cloud node. at First Data’s call center. By the time he was Vaults in the 48-year-old structure have starting his junior year, he was working full-time not just insurance but in HR,” Headlee said. presented an obstacle for workers. “We have a toolbox of things to offer.” for First Data while taking almost a full load of “The building had three formidable former classes. Jessica Headlee also represents one of those additional offerings; she founded Resolutions bank vaults that physically didn’t fit the new He remembers the Omaha tech company and Beyond health coaching and wellness design intent to add multiple (diverse) power sending him to Marquette University in Milwauand cooling risers and dozens of new telecom- kee during summers for specialized training and education. “It started with me working with doctors munications/fiber optic conduits,” Cushing said. within 15 years he was working with data center and chiropractors and doing one-on-one health The largest was 45 feet by 18 feet by 18 feet with acquisitions. Trips throughout Asia, Europe, and coaching about lifestyle changes and nutrition,” 1-inch thick walls — designed to collapse into North and South America came regularly as he she said. “It was more of an accountability part- the sub-basement if it was ever breached. became one of First Data’s go-to specialists when Another issue: vast fiber entrances. ner, and we had a lot of great referral sources.” power issues or main-frame glitches needed “Before the project we already had 19 fiber attention. When Dan Headlee bought the current headquarters near 140th Street and West Center pull boxes (diversely) around the building,” he At one point he managed 12 U.S. locations Road, Resolutions and Beyond relocated to a said. “[Finding] a place to install a 94-foot-long and 14 non-U.S. entities for First Data. space within the building. His clients seeking and 16-foot-wide vault for the four new OPPD Cushing eventually left First Data to join insight on health insurance and workers’ com- (two megawatts each) transformers took a lot CBRE Group, a commercial real estate firm with pensation would often pose questions about of coordination by Whiting-Turner (general data center clients.

“We have all had our eyes opened to just how vulnerable we are as a society,” he said. “It has made most of us realize that we should have a plan for the unexpected. We at Universal have created a pandemic preparedness plan that anyone in the community can access free of charge.” Technology has seemingly never been more important; Jessica Headlee said Universal Group has leveraged tech tools to serve customers consistently within different markets. “We offer HR services, too, and technology plays a role in that we’re able to offer help for the clients if, say, somebody has a question about OSHA standards,” she said. However, Universal is also keenly aware that not everyone wants to do all things digitally. The firm accommodates various preferences and needs, though technology has supported the core values that the Headlees prominently set forth: to serve customers, employees and carriers. Services also extends to Dan’s charitable contributions to organizations ranging from the Omaha Community Playhouse to Moving Veterans Forward. “We’re super-proud to take the Loring legacy — to protect it and grow it, too,” she said.

1623 Farnam data center expands with renovation

He also worked for Olsson as a specialist on site selection and design for data centers worldwide. At 1623 Farnam, which Cushing joined two years ago, his responsibilities include the design and oversight of its technical infrastructure, establishment and relationships with telecom carriers, and handling the technical direction and support for customers. He oversees a staff of seven, five of which work out of Omaha, and has plans to add three or four more employees as Omaha operations expand. Cushing describes his relationship with the David Bradley family as “very collaborative” and he feels the downtown Omaha location will serve 1623 Farnam’s growth plan well. Data centers in the region he has studied include 1102 Grande in Kansas City, 910 Telecom in Denver, 350 East Cermak in Chicago and 510 in Minneapolis. “If I am in New York City and trying to get to the West Coast by cutting through Omaha I can get to the West Coast because there’s so much more network available here,” he said. “The same can be said about traffic going from the West to the East Coast.” Another differentiating factor is that 1623 Farnam owns the site and business of OmahaIX. com, an internet peering location. “The amount of connectivity coming into our building is incredible and we’re still growing,” he said. Three of four transformers will be operational at any one time with the other available for maintenance/redundancy. Earlier this month 1623 Farnam announced its participation in an augmented reality and virtual reality developer challenge. The yearlong initiative offers $20,000 in cash prizes. The venture includes a partnership with iEXCEL at UNMC, University of Nebraska, Greater Omaha Chamber, AIM Institute, Metropolitan Community College, KC Digital Drive, T-Mobile and US Ignite. “We see it as a perfect opportunity to continue collaboration and driving advancements forward,” Cushing said.

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For business leaders, office space issues loom as return-to-work time gets closer by Jackie Crosby

The grand work-from-home experiment of the past year is giving way to a massive reconfiguration of real estate. Cube farms are beWorkplace ing denuded to make way for open spaces that encourage collaboration and social distancing. Rolling monitors and whiteboards on wheels are replacing inflexible and stuffy meeting rooms. And some employees want to continue working at home, at least some of the time, even when offices can reopen.

Minneapolis-based Target Corp. recognized that prospect when it announced last week that it will shed nearly 1 million square feet of space it leases in City Center. It expects the 3,500 employees who worked in that skyscraper before the pandemic to mix with 8,000 or so others at three other buildings — and at home. Many business leaders and owners, after seeing their workers succeed away from the office, have been pondering the same questions about space. In recent years, some companies spent a lot of money giving their OPENING CUTS

offices more appeal to attract workers in what was an ultratight labor market before the COVID-19 pandemic. “It was kind of bad timing for us because we had just moved into this beautiful new office space, which we created for our employees, and now our employees are very comfortable working at home,” said Cale Johnston, CEO of ClickSwitch, a financial-tech firm in Minneapolis. “And I don’t think they ever want to come back to the office.” Competition for top recruits was a major reason Minneapolis-based Qumu Corp. decided last year to cut out of its lease at its North Loop headquarters, shut down offices in England and India and go to fully remote work. “It opens up so many doors for us,” said Jason Karp, Qumu’s chief commercial officer. “We're not limited to a specific geography for recruiting. We are a global market now.” At Prime Therapeutics, executives are so certain that remote work is here to stay that they decided to give up a sizable office in Bloomington and relocate 700 workers to its headquarters in Eagan when the pandemic abates. That shaves one-third of Prime Therapeutic’s real estate footprint in the Twin Cities. In an arrangement the company calls “hub and home,” 2,200 executives, managers and workers will rotate through the Eagan location during set days of the week or month. Employees will be expected to work remotely 50 to 60% of the time.

“Every team gets access to a hub, which is a collection of spaces,” said Kim Gibson, who leads Prime Therapeutics’ real estate and facilities division. “They go to the same area on their scheduled days, they can meet with their teammates, everybody knows what day of the week your team is there. On days you're not there, a different team rolls in and uses that same space. It’s just like alternating the schedules.” A team researching return-to-work options at Prime sought input from 300 managers and workers, Gibson said. But the impetus, she said, was “grassroots.” Twice-yearly surveys showed that nearly everyone was adjusting well to working from home. Two-thirds of its workforce of 3,800 hoped for “some sort of balance” between working remotely and returning to the office. The most enthusiastic response came from workers at headquarters and Bloomington. “That was eye-opening for us,” Gibson said. With the lease on its Bloomington office due in mid-2022, Prime leaders decided to ride out the remainder of it and bank on the emerging hybrid workforce model. Officials declined to say how much they pay each year on the 180,000 square feet of space. The Eagan building, completed in phases in 2018 and 2019, was designed with the “office of the future” in mind, Gibson said, including furniture that could be easily moved and soft-walled spaces that could be altered for meetings of various sizes or needs. Securian Financial was in the middle Continued on next page.

by David Lazarus

and nearly everyone you know basically throws $3.50 into the garbage. “When you look at it like that,” Conrad said, “it really hits home.” The U.N. report notes that while restaurants and retail establishments contribute to global food waste, the majority (61%) occurs at the household level. More than 628 million tons of food are thrown out by consumers worldwide each year. The United States has a particularly miserable track record in this regard. As much as 40% of the nation’s food supply ends up in the trash, according to the Food and Drug Administration. “Wasted food is the single largest category of material placed in municipal landfills and represents nourishment that could have helped feed families in need,” the FDA says. I shared the new U.N. report with a number of experts. Each expressed no surprise at the severity of the problem. They also agreed that solutions aren’t easy to come by. “The consumer isn’t presented a bill every time they throw some food away, making it more difficult for consumers to link actions to personal monetary losses,” noted Brian Roe, a professor of agricultural, environmental and development economics at Ohio State University. I’ve written in the past about the problem of food being thrown out by restaurants, hotels and caterers. California’s Integrated Waste Management Board estimates about 1.5 million tons of food is thrown out each Continued on next page.

Consumer Confidential:You waste more than $1,000 of food a year. Chew on that

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Don’t have enough to keep you up at night? Try this on for size. The world wastes more than 1 billion tons of food every year, according to a new report from the United Nations. That’s 17% of total food available to consumers as of 2019 — Consumers enough food, if packed into millions of trucks, to circle the Earth seven times. Not only is this a shameful statistic in light of the more than 690 million people worldwide who go hungry each year, but it’s yet another way that we’re needlessly wrecking the planet. By one estimate, if food waste was a country, it would represent the greatest volume of greenhouse gas emissions after the output of the two leading producers, the United States and China. Moreover, the advocacy group Move for Hunger estimates it takes enough water to fill Lake Geneva three times to produce all the food that goes uneaten. Throwing out a couple of pounds of beef is basically like wasting the more than 13,000 gallons of water required to produce that meat, the group says. “Food waste touches on so many aspects of our lives,” said Zach Conrad, an assistant professor of health sciences at William & Mary college. “When we’re wasting food, we’re wasting resources.” He told me his own research shows that the typical American adult wastes about $3.50 worth of food every day. Think about that. Every single day, you

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Consumer Confidential: You waste more than $1,000 of food a year. Chew on that Continued from preceding page. year by these businesses. But it wasn’t until I read the U.N. report that I understood the scope of food waste by ordinary households — and the challenge of doing something about the problem. “Previous estimates of consumer food waste significantly underestimated its scale,” the report observed. It said food waste at the consumer level appears to be double previous estimates. Edward Jaenicke, a professor of agricultural economics at Penn State, told me his research concluded that the average U.S. household tosses more than $1,800 worth of food into the trash each year — a figure not far off from Conrad’s $3.50-a-day estimate, which translates to nearly $1,300 annually. “If the goal is environmental, and miti-

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Continued from page 6. their clients to accommodate employees in various ways during 2020, due to the unique circumstances. “Several of the carriers have had special enrollment periods to allow people who had bypassed insurance to join,” she said. “That was earlier last year.” All of this comes at a cost, leading many companies to get creative in how they structure benefits to serve employees’ needs while still maintaining cost-effectiveness. “We are taking small clients that never used to be self-funded to a self-funded arrangement to get them out of that ACA community rated pool,” Koenig said. “Those rates are going up fast. But, if you’re a healthy enough group, you’re going to want to look into moving over to these self-funded plans, which really are not a risky thing. Actually, one carrier will underwrite, level-funded, up to 100 employees.” These issues aside, the biggest change to come into the employee benefits market has been technology. Beau Reid, senior vice president of employment benefits for Holmes Murphy, said this applies equally to employees, employers and benefits providers. “COVID-19 has forced us to become much more proficient using technology to communicate — using that the time in the office instead of traveling to clients. That’s allowed our service teams to be very proactive in our communication cadence with customers,” he said. “Reliance upon technology to communicate is mandatory, not optional. This means enrollment programs, integration with payroll vendors and a myriad of content assistors have entered the market and are being heavily used to help communicate with remote employees.” Reid said while the immediacy of communication technology has been a boon in many ways, benefits professionals have been at a disadvantage to connect empathically with clients as they did before. “In many ways, it has been a good reset for our industry, as we have never felt closer to our customers,” he said. “Having said that, technology simply can’t replace the human connection and non-verbal communication that occurs in a face-to-face interaction. One person’s reality in this covid environment is not the same as another’s. So, flexibility and meeting customers where they are is much more important than a cookie-cutter approach to service.”

gating climate change, then perhaps the best solution does not just involve getting people to waste less, but rather to make sure that the waste they generate ends up not in a landfill but as compost,” Jaenicke said. That’s ideal. My wife and I have a compost bin in the backyard. Yes, it’s kind of nasty. But it’s also been great for all the vegetables we’ve grown since the start of the pandemic. The trick is incentivizing more Americans to compost their food waste — a goal that’s easier said than done in light of the yuck factor. Perhaps a tax break could be offered to households that do it. I’m not sure how you’d verify that, though. Photos? Snap inspections? Submitting homegrown veggies to the Internal Revenue Service? The more meaningful step, all experts agree, is raising awareness among people about how much food goes to waste and, hopefully, promoting more responsible behavior. Standardizing expiration dates would help. Many people don’t know what to make of “best by” and “sell by” dates on packages, so they err on the side of caution and chuck out anything of questionable freshness. The FDA has called for employing the phrase “best if used by” on all packaging.

However, Congress hasn’t bothered to act on that sensible recommendation. Businesses have an important role to play. Supermarkets should feature signs informing people about how much food gets discarded and how much this costs consumers. Reminders should be posted throughout the store that you’ll save money over the long run by not buying more groceries than you need. How about we also follow the example of cigarettes? Packs of smokes are required by law to include warnings about the harmful effects of tobacco consumption. I propose requiring food companies to include an eye-catching public service announcement on packages reminding people of the problem of food waste. I don’t know about you, but I’d take notice if a box of Wheat Thins, say, pointed out that wasted food represents $3.50 a day down the drain. “Think of the food supply chain as a leaky hose,” said Marie Spiker, an assistant professor of epidemiology at the University of Washington. “The more we can patch up the holes, the less we lose along the way.” The FDA has set a goal of cutting food waste in half by 2030. The agency advises

planning a week’s worth of meals in advance, so you don’t purchase too many groceries. It also suggests: Checking the fridge and pantry before a supermarket run to see what’s on hand. Many people forget and buy more of existing items. Learn how to best store fruits and vegetables to prolong freshness. Also, remember produce that’s past its prime can still be used for cooking. Create a designated space in the refrigerator for food that will go bad soon, so it can be consumed in a timely manner. At restaurants, order only what you can eat or request smaller portions. Make a point of taking home any leftovers. “Get creative,” advised Carmen Byker Shanks, an associate professor of nutrition and food security at Montana State University. “Incorporate unused items into soups, sauces or smoothies. If you have unwanted food in your house, share with friends or donate to food banks.” Food waste, she said, “is one of the most urgent issues of our time.” (David Lazarus, a Los Angeles Times columnist, writes on consumer issues.) ©2021 Los Angeles Times. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

For business leaders, office space issues loom as return-to-work time gets closer Continued from preceding page. of office redesign at its downtown St. Paul headquarters when the pandemic forced its workers home. With lessons learned over the past year, Securian has tweaked its original designs. It added equipment in about 70 rooms to accommodate video conferences with remote workers. The building also has upgraded airflow and filtration systems. The old floors are a typical maze of beige office cubicles. A remodeled sixth floor is brighter and more open, with more collaborative work spaces. But it may be awhile before employees see it themselves. “When we think about the future, I am appreciative that we will have additional flexibility,” said Chris Hilger, Securian's chief executive. “But that doesn’t mean all of a sudden we are going to be asking everyone to come back to the office. We are going to take a thoughtful, incremental approach.” Likewise, workers at Prime Therapeutics won't be testing out the hub-and-home approach for at least several more months. But Erin Feigal, Prime Therapeutic's chief human resources officer, has been slowly hauling things out of her Bloomington office. Prime has occupied space in an office park that overlooks Normandale Lake since 2008. For many years, it served as corporate headquarters. Pre-pandemic, Prime workers populated seven floors in the building, and the company expects it'll take until early next year to exit fully. “Any feeling that this era is ending, you catch the excitement of the new building,” Feigal said. The company has been “easing into” more flexible working arrangements for the past seven years or more, Feigal said, and the hub-and-home policy is the next iteration. These workers quickly adjusted to life without desks with their names on them, she said. And they've come to appreciate

the beauty and flexibility of the space. There are storage lockers for people to store their running shoes and locked cabinets for those still in the Dark Ages who have paper files. “It’s pushing us to think differently about how we work,” Feigal said. “It doesn't have

to be so stationary with all of your things around you.” (Star Tribune writers Patrick Kennedy and Evan Ramstad contributed to this report.) ©2021 StarTribune. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ATTEGO GROUP, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Attego Group, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 742 Palamino Rd, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is USCA, Inc., 1603 Farnam St., Omaha, Nebraska 68102. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

LIKES MEYERSON HATCH LLC 444 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ECOMM7, LLC Notice is hereby given that Ecomm 7, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “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 2216 North 178th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. The street and mailing address of the Company’s initial agent for service of process is 2216 North 178th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68116, and the Company’s initial agent for service of process at such address is Michael Van Gerpen. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF JRB REALTY, 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 JRB Realty, LLC. The company, its members, managers and professional employees are authorized to render the following professional service: Sale of Real Estate. 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 2938 Bridgeford Road, Omaha, NE 68124. The John Begley, Member First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

GROSS & WELCH, P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 2120 South 72 Street, Suite 1500 Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ADRIAN ENZASTIGA & ASSOC. LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given that ADRIAN ENZASTIGA & ASSOC. LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 13304 West Center Road, Omaha, Nebraska 68144, 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 October 16, 2020, 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 March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LRC PROPERTIES II, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of LRC Properties II, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is LRC Properties II, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 3000 Farnam Street, Suite 7H, Omaha, NE 68131. 3. 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 March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LRC PROPERTIES III, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of LRC Properties III, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is LRC Properties III, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 3000 Farnam Street, Suite 7H, Omaha, NE 68131. 3. 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 March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LRC PROPERTIES IV, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of LRC Properties IV, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is LRC Properties IV, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 3000 Farnam Street, Suite 7H, Omaha, NE 68131. 3. 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 March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LRC PROPERTIES V, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of LRC Properties V, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is LRC Properties V, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 3000 Farnam Street, Suite 7H, Omaha, NE 68131. 3. 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 March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LRC PROPERTIES VI, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of LRC Properties VI, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is LRC Properties VI, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 3000 Farnam Street, Suite 7H, Omaha, NE 68131. 3. 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 March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

SMITH SLUSKY POHREN & ROGERS LLP 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION WAVY VACATION GETAWAYS LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, with its registered office at 10806 S. 174th Ave., Omaha, Nebraska, 68136, was organized in the State of Nebraska to engage in any lawful business permitted under the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act. The registered agent is Shaun M. James, Smith Slusky Law, 8712 West Dodge Road – Suite 400, Omaha, Nebraska, 68114. The perpetual existence commenced February 25, 2021. Its affairs are to be conducted by its Members pursuant to an Operating Agreement duly adopted by the Company. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION TO: CHRISTOPHER ALLBROOKS You are hereby notified that on 09/28/20, the Plaintiff, Credit Management Services, Inc., filed a Complaint in the COUNTY Court of DOUGLAS County, Nebraska against you shown as Case Number CI20 17408. The object and prayer of which is a judgment in the amount of $293.75, plus court costs and prejudgment interest and attorney fees, if applicable. The Complaint prays that judgment be entered against you. You are hereby notified that you must answer the petition on or before 04/25/21 at the COUNTY Court of DOUGLAS County, OMAHA, Nebraska. BY: Megan L. Bischoff #25206 P.O. Box 1512 Grand Island, Nebraska 68802 308 398-3801 Attorney for the Plaintiff First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

SMITH SLUSKY POHREN & ROGERS LLP 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION NZUSA of Omaha LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, with its registered office at 1299 Farnam Street – Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska, 68102, was organized in the State of Nebraska to engage in any lawful business permitted under the Nebraska Limited Liability Act. The registered agent is Shaun M. James, Smith Slusky Law, 8712 West Dodge Road – Suite 400, Omaha, Nebraska, 68114. The perpetual existence commenced February 26, 2021. Its affairs are to be conducted by its Members pursuant to an Operating Agreement duly adopted by the Company. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Timmerman Land & Cattle LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the company is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Howard J. Kaslow, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ETD LAW LLC Notice is hereby given that ETD LAW 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 13210 Hillsborough Drive, Omaha, NE 68164. 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 March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

Notice of Organization of Dynasty Development LLC Notice is Hereby Given that Dynasty Development LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska on 06/24/2020. The initial Designated Office: 18764 Ohern St. Omaha, NE 68135. The Initial Registered Agent: Legalinc Corporate Services Inc., 706 N. 129th St., Suite 121, Omaha, NE 68154. The general nature of the business is investing in real estate properties. The company shall be Member-Managed. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

CATHERINE E. FRENCH, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF MJM BEAUTY STUDIO, LLC Notice is hereby given of the formation of a professional limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the professional limited liability company is MJM Beauty Studio, LLC. The address of the company’s initial designated office is 709 North 98th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business, including esthetics. The company commenced existence on February 10, 2021 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the manager as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

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Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES CATHERINE E. FRENCH, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF GUAC N ROLL, 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 GUAC N ROLL, LLC. The address of the company’s initial designated office is 8610 Brentwood Drive, #3, LaVista, NE 68128. The name and address of the registered agent and office is LDM Business Services, Inc, 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on March 17, 2021 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: BULLDOG DESIGN WORKS Name of Applicant: Katherine Hoffmann Address: 6434 South 149th Street Omaha NE 68137 Applicant is a Individual If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska Date of first use of name in Nebraska: January 1, 2021 General nature of business: Hobby KATHERINE HOFFMANN Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative March 26, 2021

Anne K. Burnett, Attorney CARLSON & BURNETT, LLP 17525 Arbor Street Omaha, Nebraska 68130 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GUYNAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC Notice is hereby given that GUYNAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office is 17525 Arbor Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130. The Company’s initial registered agent in the State of Nebraska is: Anne K. Burnett, whose address is 17525 Arbor Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Company commenced with filing its Certificate of Organization on March 17, 2021, and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Member Managed Limited Liability Company. Anne K. Burnett, Organizer First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that JA ARTHUR, 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 13804 Cuming Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The registered agent of the Company is Thomas E. Whitmore, 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 medicine in the State of Nebraska. The Company was formed on March 17, 2021. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

Thomas H. Penke, Attorney for Applicant 12030 Shamrock Plaza, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 LEGAL NOTICE In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. PR20-1769 ESTATE OF LORI M. POLEN, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that on the 17 day of November, 2020, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the Registrar issued a written statement of Informal Probate of the Will of said Deceased person, and that GAIL M. BUCHANAN, whose address is 51221 South 176th Avenue Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68136, has been appointed Personal Representative of this estate. Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 330, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before May 26, 2021 or be forever barred. CARROL L. MILLS Registrar First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

SMITH SLUSKY POHREN & ROGERS LLP 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION NEXTGEN ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, with its registered office at 1299 Farnam Street – Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska, 68102, was organized in the State of Nebraska to engage in any lawful business permitted under the Nebraska Limited Liability Act. The registered agent is Shaun M. James, Smith Slusky Law, 8712 West Dodge Road – Suite 400, Omaha, Nebraska, 68114. The perpetual existence commenced February 17, 2021. Its affairs are to be conducted by its Members pursuant to an Operating Agreement duly adopted by the Company. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION Corporate Name: Friends of Roatan, Inc. Type of Corporation: Public Benefit Registered Agent: Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a limited liability organization Registered Office: 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 Members: Corporation will not have Members Incorporator: Daniel I. Dittman 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP, Attorneys 13330 California Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SOWER NE MANAGING PARTNER, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sower NE Managing Partner, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska on March 2, 2021 (the “Company”). The Company has designated its registered agent as Sower Farmland Managers, LLC, with registered office at 13575 Lynam Drive, Omaha, NE 68138. The Company’s initial designated office is at 13575 Lynam Drive, Omaha, NE 68138. The Company shall be governed by one or more managers. The general nature of business is any lawful purpose. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP, Attorneys 13330 California Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SOWER NE PREFERRED PARTNER, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sower NE Preferred Partner, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska on March 2, 2021 (the “Company”). The Company has designated its registered agent as Sower Farmland Managers, LLC, with registered office at 13575 Lynam Drive, Omaha, NE 68138. The Company’s initial designated office is at 13575 Lynam Drive, Omaha, NE 68138. The Company shall be governed by one or more managers. The general nature of business is any lawful purpose. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MICROBLASTERS, 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 Microblasters, 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 12513 Pheasant Run Circle, Papillion, NE 68046. Robert Niles, Members First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF Temperature Check, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Temperature Check, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 8810 Quest St., Omaha, Nebraska 68122. The Registered Agent of the Company is Fred Whitted, 8810 Quest St, Omaha, Nebraska 68122. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF STOIC PARTNERS LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Stoic Partners LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is Stoic Partners 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 Pick, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PARK AVE CAPITAL LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Park Ave Capital LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is Park Ave Capital 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 Pick, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PARK AVE CAPITAL DR LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Park Ave Capital DR LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is Park Ave Capital DR 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 Pick, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 4813 UNDERWOOD PARTNERS LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of 4813 Underwood Partners LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is 4813 Underwood Partners 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 Pick, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF STOIC PRESERVE MANAGEMENT LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Stoic Preserve Management LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is Stoic Preserve Management 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 Pick, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 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 PDT Construction, LLC under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows: The name of the company is PDT Construction, LLC. Registered agent and office of PDT Construction, LLC is Santiago Reyna Salinas at PDT Construction, LLC. The designated address is 5313 A Street, Omaha, NE 68106. Initial members: Santiago Reyna Salinas. 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 March 2021 for the perpetual duration and is managed by its members. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

Midlands Business Journal • MARCH 26, 2021 • Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF LENA’S LOVELY LAWNS, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that LENA’S LOVELY LAWNS, 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 lawn care services 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 lawn care services 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 January 26, 2021, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on February 24, 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 ByLaws, 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 March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Waitt Digital, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, filed its Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 3, 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 Member. John Schuele, as the authorized representative, will wind up and liquidate the company’s business and affairs. If you have a claim against the company, please provide the following information with respect to your claim: (1) your name or the name of your entity; (2) the nature of your claim; (3) the amount of your claim; and (4) the date your claim arose. All claims shall be mailed to 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 425, Omaha, NE 68124. A claim against the company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NEBRASKA Case D 01 CI 21 0002023 IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF KATHERINE ANN WILLIAMS to KATHERINE ANN MEIER NOTICe OF PETITION FOR NAME CHANGE pursuant to RRS § 2521,270 And Notice of Hearing Judge Dougherty – 4/22/2021 @ 9:00AM Notice is hereby given that on March 4, 2021, Katherine Ann Williams filed a Petition for Name Change in this Court. The object and prayer of said Petition is to change Petitioner’s name from Katherine Ann Williams to Katherine Ann Meier. An (in person) hearing will be held on such Petition for Name Change before the Honorable Judge Duane Dougherty in Courtroom #503, 5th Floor of the Douglas County Nebraska Hall of Justice (or, if a Courtroom change, in the Courtroom # as posted on #503 door or advised by the then current bailiff in #503), 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, Nebraska 68102 on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 9:00 AM, or as soon thereafter as said hearing can be convened. Unless sufficient cause is shown to the contrary, at that hearing Petitioner’s name will be changed from Katherine Ann Williams to Katherine Ann Meier, as prayed for. Dated: March 4, 2021 KATHERINE ANN WILLIAMS, Petitioner By /s/ Joseph J. Skudlarek Joseph J. Skudlarek #13869 1055 North 115 Street #301 Omaha NE 68154 402 522 6001 jjskudlarek@jjskudlarek.com Petitioner’s Attorney First publication March 12, 2021, final April 2, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MVMT PROPERTIES, 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 MVMT PROPERTIES, LLC. The company, its members, managers and professional employees are authorized to render the following professional service: Sale of Real Estate. The name and street address of the company’s initial registered agent is Law Offices of Barbara MedberyPrchal, P.C., L.L.O., 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68164. The designated office is located at 4328 N. 143rd Street, Omaha, NE 68164. Tonya Moore, Member First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

MATTHEW T. PAYNE, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ROYCE PETIT ROI, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Royce Petit Roi, LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is Royce Petit Roi, LLC; and 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 12910 Pierce Street, Suite 110, Omaha, Nebraska 68144, and the name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is James D. Buser, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION Nebraska Magar Samaj, a public benefit nonprofit corporation with members, with its registered agent as Budhi M. Monger, and registered office at 4727 Erskine Street Apt 6, Omaha, Nebraska 68104, was formed on March 5, 2021 by the following incorporators: Dhan B. Magar, 8354 Hanover Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68122; Tanka Pulami, 7511 N 76th Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68122; Budhi M. Monger, 4727 Erskine Street Apt 6, Omaha, Nebraska 68104; Tila Magar, 14214 Weber Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68142. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

RUSSELL J. KREIKEMEIER, Attorney KREIKEMEIER LAW OFFICES 126 East Grove Street West Point, Nebraska 68788 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given of the organization of Delenaco, LLC, with its registered office address at 118 East Grove Street, West Point, Nebraska 68788 and the registered agent at that address being Russell J. Kreikemeier. The designated office location of the Company is 2112 North 30th Street, Suite 201, Omaha, Nebraska 68111. The purpose or purposes for which this Company is formed is to own, conduct, operate, maintain and carry on the business of a retail lounge and to prepare and serve alcoholic beverages including beer, wine, liquor, cocktails, and other beverages, and to conduct all things incidental to and necessary to said activities and all related matters, whether in this State or any other and to conduct all related activities thereto. The Company shall conduct the transactions of all or any lawful business or engagement in any commercial venture permitted by the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act, as amended, and all other applicable laws. The initial capital of the Company has been contributed and evidence of membership in the Company will be issued by the Management Board. The Company commenced doing business on February 23, 2021, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the Company shall be conducted by a Management Board and such other Officers and Managers as may be provided for in the Operating Agreement of the Company. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

CATHERINE E. FRENCH, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF CREATIVBEE, 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 CreativBee, LLC. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the limited liability company is 3605 South 107th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The name and address of the registered agent and office is LDM Business Services, Inc, 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on January 14, 2021and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

SMITH SLUSKY POHREN & ROGERS LLP 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION GREENSLATE DEVELOPMENT 2, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, with its registered office at 3814 Farnam Street – Suite 203, Omaha, Nebraska, 68131, 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 Limited Liability Company Act. The perpetual existence commenced February 11, 2021. Its affairs are to be conducted by its Members pursuant to an Operating Agreement duly adopted by the Company. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

Julia K. Palzer, Attorney KELLOGG & PALZER, P.C. 10828 Old Mill Road, Suite 6 Omaha, Nebraska 68154-2647 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Company is LIFE SKILLS INITIATIVE, LLC. 2. The street address of the initial designated office is 8349 California Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68114. The registered agent is Stephenie Opal and the Registered Agent's address is 8349 California Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68114. 3. The general nature of the Company is disability service provider. 4. The Company commenced on March 3, 2021, and shall have perpetual existence. 5. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by Members, the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and such other officers as the Members shall determine. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: Omaha Home Pros Name of Applicant: Dawn Grimshaw Address: 16909 Lakeside Hills Plz #119 Omaha, NE 68130 Applicant is a Individual If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Date of first use of name in Nebraska: 1/1/2020 General nature of business: Real Estate DAWN GRIMSHAW Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative March 12, 2021

KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Waitt Consulting, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, filed its Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 3, 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 Member. John Schuele, as the authorized representative, will wind up and liquidate the company’s business and affairs. If you have a claim against the company, please provide the following information with respect to your claim: (1) your name or the name of your entity; (2) the nature of your claim; (3) the amount of your claim; and (4) the date your claim arose. All claims shall be mailed to 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 425, Omaha, NE 68124. A claim against the company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

SMITH SLUSKY POHREN & ROGERS LLP 8712 West Dodge Road, # 400 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION NB ELECTRICAL LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, with its registered office at 20702 Parker Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska, 68022, 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 Limited Liability Company Act. The perpetual existence commenced October 23, 2020. Its affairs are to be conducted by its Members pursuant to an Operating Agreement duly adopted by the Company. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

CHRIS ABBOUD, Attorney ABBOUD LAW FIRM 6530 South 84th Street Omaha, NE 68127 NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. PR21-47 ESTATE OF CARMEN MARIE TERHAAR, Deceased NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the 20th day of January, 2021, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, 1701 Farnam Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68183, REINA TERHAAR-REYES, whose address is 2515 South 32nd Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68105, AND, JOANN TERHAAR, whose address is 6323 Read Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68152, were informally apppointed by the Honorable Douglas County Court Judge Derek Vaughn as Co-Personal Representatives of the Estate of CARMEN MARIE TERHAAR who died intestate. Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 30, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before May 5, 2021 or be forever barred. CARROL L. MILLS Registrar First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

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Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES Robert J. Kmiecik STINSON 1299 Farnam Street, Suite 1500 Omaha, Nebraska 68102 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BattleBuds, LLC Notice is hereby given that a Nebraska limited liability company named BattleBuds, LLC (the “Company”) was formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the Company is 3508 N. 47th St., Omaha, Nebraska 68104 and the Company’s initial agent for service of process at such address is Kyle Keener, 3508 N. 47th St., Omaha, Nebraska 68104. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF KRITZER6, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kritzer6, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 4221 North 203rd Street, Suite 200, 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 March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

THOMAS H. PENKE, Attorney 12020 Shamrock Plaza, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 LEGAL NOTICE In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. PR21-404 ESTATE OF LORI J. MONJAREZ-HILL, Deceased Notice is hereby given that on 10 day of March, 2021 in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, DEREK HILL, whose address is 2701 South 60th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68106, has been appointed Personal Representative of this estate. Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 330, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before May 19, 2021 or be forever barred. CARROL L. MILLS Registrar First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 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 LTC PHARMACY SOLUTIONS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that LTC Pharmacy Solutions, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 18807 Sahler Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Kenneth W. Klaasmeyer, 18807 Sahler Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The limited liability company commenced business on March 11, 2021. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 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 DISCOVERY OPPORTUNITIES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Discovery Opportunities, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 13030 Pierce Street, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. 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 March 11, 2021. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Lebens Pearl District, 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 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Thomas J. Malicki, Abrahams Kaslow & Cassman LLP, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION RAWR Investments, 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 2219 North 186th Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Thomas J. Malicki, Abrahams Kaslow & Cassman LLP, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION MG Promotions 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 5113 NW Radial Hwy, Omaha, Nebraska 68104. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are M. Tyler Johnson, Abrahams Kaslow & Cassman LLP, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP, Attorneys 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: You are hereby notified that the following described property will be sold by Daniel C. Pauley, Trustee, at public auction to the highest bidder at the Farnam Street Level of the Douglas County City County Building, 1819 Farnam Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68183 on May 12, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. 6518 Sprague Street, Omaha, NE 68104 Legally described as: All of Lot 20, Block 4 and that part of Lot 8, block 5, Camenzind Heights, an Addition to the City of Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point 105 feet North of the Southeast corner of Lot 8, Block 5; thence in a Northwesterly direction, 40 feet to a point on the South side of Sahler Street Cul-De-Sac; thence 8 feet in a straight line to the extreme Northeast corner of Lot 8; thence South along the East line of Lot 8, Block 5, 43.5 feet to the point of beginning. The highest bidder will deposit with the Trustee on the day and time of the sale, a cashier’s check in the amount of $10,000.00 with the remainder to be received by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the sale, except this requirement is waived when the highest bidder is the beneficiary. The purchaser shall be responsible for all applicable fees or taxes, including the documentary stamp tax. This sale is made without any warranties as to title or condition of the property. Daniel C. Pauley By: Jackson E. Stokes, #27102 LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114 First publication March 19, 2021, final April 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 TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF THE TAGGE*RUTHERFORD GROUP INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Articles of Incorporation of The Tagge*Rutherford Group Inc., a Nebraska corporation, have been amended to change the name of the corporation to: TF Financial Group, Inc. The Articles of Amendment were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 21, 2021. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 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 BACH, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that BACH, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The limited liability company shall provide real estate services. The designated office of the limited liability company is 17838 Burke Street, Suite 102, Nebraska 68118. 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 March 12, 2021. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION [RESTATED] Notice is hereby given that Sarah Nies, L.L.C. (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 18805 Polk Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68135. The Registered Agent of the Company is Sarah Nies, 18805 Polk Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68135. The Company was formed on February 22, 2021. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

NICK R TAYLOR, Attorney of FITZGERALD, SCHORR, BARMETTLER & BRENNAN, P.C., L.L.O 200 Regency One, 10050 Regency Circle Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3794 NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. PR21-377 Estate of JEFFREY T. GARVEY, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that on March 9, 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 Shelia A. Garvey, whose address is 8811 Western Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68114, 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 May 19, 2021 or be forever barred. CARROL L. MILLS Registrar First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION [RESTATED] Notice is hereby given that Divinely Loved, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 4723 N. 175th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. The Registered Agent of the Company is Thomas E. Whitmore, 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Company was Amended on February 4, 2021. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF VENTURE DISTRIBUYING, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Venture Distributing, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the company is 1219 N. 207th Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68022. The registered agent of the company is Jody K. Frink and the registered address of the company is 1219 N. 207th Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68022. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ELISA DAVIES LAW, LLC: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Elisa Davies Law, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 506 North Elmwood Road, Omaha, Nebraska, 68132. The registered agent and address of the limited liability company is Elisa Davies, 506 North Elmwood Road, Omaha, Nebraska, 68132. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

STEVEN G. RANUM, Attorney CROKER, HUCK LAW FIRM 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200 Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SOLVENTUS, LLC The name of the limited liability company is Solventus, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 3017 Saint Mary's Avenue #406, Omaha, NE 68046. The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is Steven G. Ranum, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

MATTHEW WURSTNER, Attorney CARLSON & BURNETT, LLP, Attorneys 17525 Arbor Street Omaha, Nebraska 68130 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 4R4 ENTERPRISES, LLC Notice is hereby given that 4R4 ENTERPRISES, LLC is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office is 17525 Arbor Street, Omaha, NE 68130. The Company’s initial registered agent in the State of Nebraska is: Darren R. Carlson, whose address is 17525 Arbor Street, Omaha, NE 68130. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Company commenced with filing its Certificate of Organization on March 12, 2021, and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Manager Managed Limited Liability Company. Matthew Wurstner, Organizer First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

Midlands Business Journal • MARCH 26, 2021 • 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 DISSOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that 11302 Wright LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, filed its Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 4, 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. The Members will wind up and liquidate the company’s business and affairs. If you have a claim against 11302 Wright 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 c/o 11302 Wright LLC, P.O. Box 7484, Omaha, Nebraska 68107. A claim against 11302 Wright 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 March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

MATTHEW T. PAYNE, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF GREENHOUSE REAL ESTATE, LLC Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, the Certificate of Organization of GREENHOUSE REAL ESTATE, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”) has been amended to designate the Company as a professional limited liability company and that the professional services to be performed are real estate brokerage services. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Nebraska on March 4, 2021. In all other respects, the Certificate of Organization remains unchanged. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

ANDREW J. HUBER, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF MGM146, 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 MGM146, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 3202 S. 188th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The name and address of the registered agent and office is LDM Business Services, Inc, 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The general nature of the business is any or all lawful business. The company commenced existence on February 12, 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 March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Dibble-Townsend Therapy, 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 10826 Old Mill Road Suite 103A, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The registered agent of the Company is Julie McCoy, 3015 N 90th Street Suite 7, Omaha, Nebraska 68134. The Company's members, managers and professional employees are licensed or otherwise legally authorized to engage in the practice of mental health counseling in the State of Nebraska. The Company was formed on March 5, 2021. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

THOMAS H. PENKE, Attorney 12020 Shamrock Plaza, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Flat Head Hunt Club, LLC, has organized pursuant to R.R.S. Section 21-101 et seq. The registered office is 12020 Shamrock Plaza, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68154 and the registered agent at that address is Thomas H. Penke. The nature of the business to be transacted is any lawful business. The Designated office address is 188440 Thayer Street, Bennington Nebraska 68007. The company commenced business on January 1, 2021 and is perpetual. The affairs of the company are to be conducted by the President, Secretary and Treasurer. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 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 MCCC PROPERTIES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that MCCC Properties, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 3405 North 140th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68164. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O., 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The limited liability company commenced business on March 3, 2021. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

Notice is hereby given that SANDERSON GROUP, INC., has incorporated under the Nebraska Model Business Corporation Act. The general nature of the business is any lawful business. Authorized capital is 1,000 shares of common stock, with a par value of $0.00 per share. Foster & Dolleck CPAs is the incorporator, the incorporator’s address is 11516 Nicholas Street, Suite 302, Omaha, NE 68154. The registered agent is Jacque Spikes and the address of the registered office is 3034 Sprague Street, Omaha NE 68111. The affairs of the corporation are to be conducted by the Board of Directors and such officers as it may elect. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PRIMO’S 2, 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 Primo’s 2, LLC The name and street address of the company’s initial agent for service of process is Barbara Taylor, 2221 S. 60th Street, Omaha, NE 68106. The designated office is located at 5914 Center Street, Omaha, NE 68106. Travis Taylor, Member First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF POOLS, 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 POOLS, INC. The corporation is authorized to issue 10,000 shares of common stock. The name of the corporation’s initial registered agent is Law Offices of Barbara Medbery-Prchal, P.C., L.L.O., and the registered office address is 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68164, The corporation’s incorporator is Brad Meck, 27801 Jones Street, Waterloo, NE 68069. Brad Meck, Incorporator First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP, Attorneys 13330 California Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SFF NE PPP, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that SFF NE PPP, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska on March 10, 2021 (the “Company”). The Company has designated its registered agent as Sower Farmland Managers, LLC, with registered office at 13575 Lynam Drive, Omaha, NE 68138. The Company’s initial designated office is at 13575 Lynam Drive, Omaha, NE 68138. The Company shall be governed by one or more managers. The general nature of business is any lawful purpose. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that The Security Company, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the Company is 14104 Edna Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68138. The Registered Agent of the Company is Thomas E. Whitmore, 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Company was formed on March 10, 2021. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is Hereby Given that NUR TRANSPORTS, LLC, has been Organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska on 03/12/2020. The Designated Office: 10104 Grand Plz, Omaha, NE 68134. Registered Agent: Nebraska Registered Agents Inc., 530 S. 13th Street, STE 100, Lincoln, NE 68508. The General nature of business is Transports Service. The Company shall be manager-managed by: Tyrell M. Donald. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

Darren R Carlson, Attorney CARLSON & BURNETT, LLP 17525 Arbor Street Omaha, Nebraska 68130 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PANEL COLD STORAGE, LLC Notice is hereby given that PANEL COLD STORAGE, LLC is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office is 17525 Arbor Street, Omaha, NE 68130. The Company’s initial registered agent in the State of Nebraska is: Darren R Carlson, whose address is 17525 Arbor Street, Omaha, NE 68130. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Company commenced with filing its Certificate of Organization on March 11, 2021, and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Manager Managed Limited Liability Company. The initial Manager of the Company is Tom Erickson whose address is 15018 Wirt Circle, Omaha, NE 68116. Darren R Carlson, Organizer First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 3 BOUCHONS, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of 3 Bouchons, LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is 3 Bouchons, LLC; and 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 17527 Adams Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68135, 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 March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

Notice is hereby given that Eccker Sports Group, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68154. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Kelsey M. Weiler, 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68154. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF DOMESTICATION OF RD SOLES AND ASSOCIATES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that RD Soles and Associates, LLC has domesticated to the State of Nebraska from the State of Virginia. The Designated Office of the Company is 15821 Jackson Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. The Registered Office of the Company is: 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124, and the Registered Agent at such address is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O. The domestication was accomplished by the filing of Articles of Domestication and Certificate of Organization with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 11, 2021. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

Julia K. Palzer, Attorney at Law KELLOGG & PALZER, P.C. 10828 Old Mill Road, Suite 6 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Company is CHAOS & CAS CO., LLC. 2. The street address of the initial designated office is 1056 N. Pine Street, Wahoo, Nebraska, 68066. The registered agent is Autumn Gerrish and the Registered Agent's address is 1056 N. Pine Street, Wahoo, Nebraska, 68066. 3. The general nature of the Company is fashion design and retail. 4. The Company commenced on March 11, 2021, and shall have perpetual existence. 5. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by Members, the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and such other officers as the Members shall determine. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

BURNES LAW OFFICE 5017 Leavenworth Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68106-1438 In the District Court of Douglas County Nebraska: To: WHOM IT MAY CONCERN You are hereby notified that on March 9, 2021, Rose Marie Teeters as PLaintiff filed her Petition for Name Change in the District Court of Douglas County Nebraska at Case No: CI21-2205. The object of the Petition is for the Plaintiff to change her name from Rose Marie Teeters to Romi Anna Frances Spicka. You must file an Answer/responsive pleading with the Douglas County District Court on or before May 9, 2021 or said Petition will be granted. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 9, 2021

• MARCH 26, 2021 • Midlands Business Journal

Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ALPINE STABLES, LLC Notice is hereby given that ALPINE STABLES, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska. The Company’s initial designated office is located at 10410 S. 144th Street, STE 2A, Omaha, NE 68138. The name and street mailing address of the initial agent for service of process is Justin Larsen, the initial registered office located at 10410 S. 144th Street, STE 2A, Omaha, NE 68138. 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 March 16, 2021, the Company commenced business thereon, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by its members. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

BROWN & WOLFF, LLC 1925 North 120th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF FIGHTING BUNNIES YOUTH FOOTBALL PROGRAM, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Fighting Bunnies Youth Football Program, Inc., a Nebraska nonprofit corporation, is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the registered office is 1925 North 120th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68154 and the registered agent of said corporation is Paul M. Brown. The corporation is a public benefit corporation, and the general nature of its business is any and all business which is lawful under the Nebraska Nonprofit Corporation Act. The corporation commenced its existence on March 12, 2021. The affairs of the corporation are be conducted by a Board of Directors, and by the officers which shall be a President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer and such other officers as shall be designated in the Bylaws. INCORPORATOR: Paul M. Brown First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF JL RACING, LLC Notice is hereby given that JL RACING, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska. The Company’s initial designated office is located at 10410 S. 144th Street, STE 2A, Omaha, NE 68138. The name and street mailing address of the initial agent for service of process is Justin Larsen, the initial registered office located at 10410 S. 144th Street, STE 2A, Omaha, NE 68138. 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 March 16, 2021, the Company commenced business thereon, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by its members. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ECH 365, LLC Notice is hereby given that ECH365, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 3477 Ruggles Street, Omaha, NE 68111. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws and its duration is perpetual commencing from January 1, 2021. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager is Christopher Shelly. Its registered agent is Christopher Shelly and his office is located at 3477 Ruggles Street, Omaha, NE 68111. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF NAY’S KITCHEN, LLC Notice is hereby given that Nay’s Kitchen LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 4103 Izard Street, Apt 1, Omaha, NE 68131. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws and its duration is perpetual commencing from January 1, 2021. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager is ReNay Kellogg. Its registered agent is ReNay Kellogg and her office is located at 4103 Izard Street, Apt 1, Omaha, NE 68131. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ROYALTY BOUTIQUE BY ERIKA LASHAY LLC Notice is hereby given that ROYALTY BOUTIQUE BY ERIKA LASHAY LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 5536 N 61st Street Omaha, NE 68104. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws and its duration is perpetual commencing from January 22, 2021. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager is Erika King-Davis. Its registered agent is Erika King-Davis and her office is located at 5536 N 61st Street Omaha, NE 68104. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CANNON CONCEAL & CARRY TRAINING LLC Notice is hereby given that Cannon Conceal & Carry Training LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 6236 N 75th Street, Omaha, NE 68134. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws and its duration is perpetual commencing from January 7, 2021. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager is Joseph Cannon. Its registered agent is Joseph Cannon and his office is located at 6236 N 75th Street, Omaha, NE 68134. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION JLH, 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 5113 NW Radial Hwy, Omaha, Nebraska 68104. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are M. Tyler Johnson, Abrahams Kaslow & Cassman LLP, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 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 Articles of Organization of Wide Awake, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), have been amended and restated as follows: The name of the Company is Wide Awake, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is 24344 Leavenworth Circle, Waterloo, Nebraska 68069. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is Bret C. Griess, 24344 Leavenworth Circle, Waterloo, Nebraska 68069. The Amended and Restated Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 15, 2021. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION MixedCompany 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 March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Hawkins HomeAway, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the company is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Robert M. Schartz, Abrahams Kaslow & Cassman LLP, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Maureen Dangelo, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 14301 FNB PKWY, STE. 100, Omaha, NE 68154. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Aimee L. Lowe at 14301 FNB PKWY, STE. 100, Omaha, NE 68154. Aimee L. Lowe, Organizer First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Elder Resource Strategies, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 5623 Cedar St. Omaha, NE 68106. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Aimee L. Lowe at 14301 FNB PKWY, STE 100, Omaha, NE 68154. Aimee L. Lowe, Organizer First publication March 26, 2021, final April 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 GLEN OAKS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Glen Oaks, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 4510 Primrose Lane, Omaha, 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 March 16, 2021. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: RA Loan Services Name of Applicant: Recovery Analysts, LLC Address: 2861 Capehart Road, Suite F, Bellevue, Nebraska 68005 Applicant is a Limited Liability Company If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Delaware Date of first use of name in Nebraska: Upon filing General nature of business: loan services GREG WITTMEIER Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative March 26, 2021

ADAMS & SULLIVAN, P.C., Attorneys 1246 Golden Gate Drive, Suite 1 Papillion, Nebraska 68046-2843 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF DONE RIGHT INVESTMENTS, L.L.C. Designated Office: 2627 N. 90th Street, Omaha, NE 68134 Registered Agent: Adams & Sullivan, P.C., L.L.O. The limited liability company has amended its Certificate of Organization. The amendment was filed to amend the name of the Company to DRI, LLC. In all other respects the Certificate is the same and ratified and reconfirmed. Thomas A. Shaw, Member First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

JAMES D. BUSER, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TRACE MILLER HAIR, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Trace Miller Hair, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is Trace Miller Hair, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 10958 Marcy Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68154, and the name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is James D. Buser, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that LLG Business Services, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 14301 FNB PKWY, STE 100, Omaha, NE 68154. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Aimee L. Lowe at 14301 FNB PKWY, STE 100, Omaha, NE 68154. Aimee L. Lowe, Organizer First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Essential Breastfeeding Support, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 16410 Fowler Ave, Omaha, NE 68116. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Aimee L. Lowe at 14301 FNB PKWY, STE 100, Omaha, NE 68154. Aimee L. Lowe, Organizer First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 3803 KRUG, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that 3803 Krug, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a limited liability organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

Midlands Business Journal • MARCH 26, 2021 • Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Amazing Four, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the Company’s designated office is 1910 S. 44th Street, Suite 101, Omaha, NE 68105, and the name of the registered agent at such address is Tran & Associates Law, LLC. The general nature of the business is any legal and lawful activity allowed pursuant to the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act and the laws of the State of Nebraska and elsewhere. The Company commenced business on 11/23/2020 and shall have perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organization, its Operating Agreement or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its members. Khanh NgocLuu Tran, Organizer/Member First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that DHT Rental, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the Company’s designated office is 1910 S. 44th Street, Suite 101, Omaha, NE 68105, and the name of the registered agent at such address is Tran & Associates Law, LLC. The general nature of the business is any legal and lawful activity allowed pursuant to the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act and the laws of the State of Nebraska and elsewhere. The Company commenced business on 01/01/2021 and shall have perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organization, its Operating Agreement or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its members. Khanh NgocLuu Tran, Organizer/Member First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that V Connections Home Services, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the Company’s designated office is 1910 S. 44th Street, Suite 101, Omaha, NE 68105, and the name of the registered agent at such address is Tran & Associates Law, LLC. The general nature of the business is any legal and lawful activity allowed pursuant to the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act and the laws of the State of Nebraska and elsewhere. The Company commenced business on 01/01/2021 and shall have perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organization, its Operating Agreement or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its managers. Khanh NgocLuu Tran, Organizer/Member First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Zhouse Investmentz, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the Company’s designated office is 1910 S 44th Street, Suite 101, Omaha, NE 68105, and the name of the registered agent at such address is Tran & Associates Law, LLC. The general nature of the business is any legal and lawful activity allowed pursuant to the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act and the laws of the State of Nebraska and elsewhere. The Company commenced business on 10/01/2021 and shall have perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organization, its Operating Agreement or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its managers. Khanh NgocLuu Tran, Organizer/Member First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

Jeffrey T. Palzer, Attorney KELLOGG & PALZER, P.C. 10828 Old Mill Road, Suite 6 Omaha, Nebraska 68154-2647 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Company is BECKER EQUIPMENT, LLC. 2. The street address of the initial designated office is 7868 “F” Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68127. The registered agent is Todd J. Becker and the Registered Agent's address is 22311 County Road #36, Arlington, Nebraska 68002. 3. The general nature of the Company is construction services. 4. The Company commenced on January 22, 2021, and shall have perpetual existence. 5. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by Members, the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and such other officers as the Members shall determine. First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that The Three Musketeers, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the Company’s designated office is 1910 S. 44th Street, Suite 101, Omaha, NE 68105, and the name of the registered agent at such address is Tran & Associates Law, LLC. The general nature of the business is any legal and lawful activity allowed pursuant to the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act and the laws of the State of Nebraska and elsewhere. The Company commenced business on 01/01/2021 and shall have perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organization, its Operating Agreement or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its managers. Khanh NgocLuu Tran, Organizer/Member First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that AVK Properties, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the Company’s designated office is 1910 S 44th Street, Suite 101, Omaha, NE 68105, and the name of the registered agent at such address is Tran & Associates Law, LLC. The general nature of the business is any legal and lawful activity allowed pursuant to the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act and the laws of the State of Nebraska and elsewhere. The Company commenced business on 01/01/2021 and shall have perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organization, its Operating Agreement or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its managers. Khanh NgocLuu Tran, Organizer/Member First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Rainfall Home Rental, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the Company’s designated office is 1910 S 44th Street, Suite 101, Omaha, NE 68105, and the name of the registered agent at such address is Tran & Associates Law, LLC. The general nature of the business is any legal and lawful activity allowed pursuant to the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act and the laws of the State of Nebraska and elsewhere. The Company commenced business on 01/01/2021 and shall have perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organization, its Operating Agreement or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its managers. Khanh NgocLuu Tran, Organizer/Member First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION TO: ANGELO MIRANDA You are hereby notified that on 11/27/20, the Plaintiff, Credit Management Services, Inc., filed a Complaint in the COUNTY Court of DOUGLAS County, Nebraska against you shown as Case Number CI20 21080. The object and prayer of which is a judgment in the amount of $317.93, plus court costs and prejudgment interest and attorney fees, if applicable. The Complaint prays that judgment be entered against you. You are hereby notified that you must answer the petition on or before 04/25/21 at the COUNTY Court of DOUGLAS County, OMAHA, Nebraska. BY: Dana Kay Fries #22411 P.O. Box 1512 Grand Island, Nebraska 68802 308 398-3801 Attorney for the Plaintiff First publication March 12, 2021, final March 26, 2021

MATTHEW WURSTNER, Attorney CARLSON & BURNETT, LLP, Attorneys 17525 Arbor Street Omaha, Nebraska 68130 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HAMILTON DEEP WATER, LLC Notice is hereby given that HAMILTON DEEP WATER, LLC is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office is 17525 Arbor Street, Omaha, NE 68130. The Company’s initial registered agent in the State of Nebraska is: Darren R. Carlson, whose address is 17525 Arbor Street, Omaha, NE 68130. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Company commenced with filing its Certificate of Organization on March 18, 2021 and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Member Managed Limited Liability Company. Darren R. Carlson, Organizer First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

KENDRA RINGENBERG, Attorney RINGENBERG & RATTNER LAW 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MANAWA CENTER CARWASH RE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Manawa Center Carwash RE, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 222 S. 15th Street, Suite 1404S, Omaha, Nebraska 68102. The Registered Agent of the Company is Kendra Ringenberg, 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CASCADE COMMERCIAL, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Cascade Commercial, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is Cascade Commercial, LLC. 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 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF KARI WITT, 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 KARI WITT, LLC. The company, its members, managers and professional employees are authorized to render the following professional service: Sale of Real Estate. 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 16008 S. 63rd Street, Papillion, NE 68133. Kari Witt, Member First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

MATTHEW T. PAYNE, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RVG, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of RVG, LLC. 1. The name of the limited liability company is RVG, LLC. 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 18142 Wright Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68130, and the name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is Joanne C. Gaines, DVM, 18142 Wright Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 2021

BARBARA MEDBERY-PRCHAL, P.C., L.L.O., Attorney 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103 Omaha, Nebraska 68164 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GUSTAFSON INVESTMENTS, 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 Gustafson Investments, LLC. The name and street address of the company’s initial agent for service of process is Law Offices of Barbara MedberyPrchal, P.C., L.L.O., 11102 Blondo Street, Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68164. The designated office is located at 15638 Polk Circle, Omaha, NE 68135. Isaac Gustafson and Shelbi Gustafson, Members First publication March 19, 2021, final April 2, 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 EMPIRE CAPITAL REAL ESTATE, LLC The name of the Company is Empire Capital Real Estate, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is: 6601 Rainwood Road, Omaha, Nebraska 68152. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is: Tristan T. Warrick, 601 Rainwood Road, Omaha, Nebraska 68152. This limited liability company commenced business on March 18, 2021. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

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Legal notices LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES SMITH SLUSKY POHREN & ROGERS LLP 8712 W DODGE RD, #400 OMAHA NE 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION LONG DOG FAT CAT V LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, with its initial designated office at 16909 Burke Street, Bat 126, Omaha, Nebraska 68118, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The registered agent is Shaun M. James, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, NE 68114. The Limited Liability Company shall engage in any lawful business for which a limited liability company may be formed under the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act. The perpetual existence commenced October 13, 2020. Its affairs are to be conducted by its Members pursuant to an Operating Agreement duly adopted by the Company. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Teresa Lenzen Psychotherapy, 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 638 N 109th Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The registered agent of the Company is Teresa Lenzen, 638 N 109th Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Company's members, managers, professional employees and agents are licensed or otherwise legally authorized to engage in the sale of real estate in this state. The Company was formed on January 8, 2021. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF COPPERLEAF INVESTMENTS, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Copperleaf Investments, LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is Copperleaf Investments, 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 March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

LAW OFFICES OF EVELYN N. BABCOCK 16264 Rolling Ridge Road Omaha, Nebraska 68135 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that HBHC, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska on March 18, 2021. The street and mailing address for the initial designated office is 16264 Rolling Ridge Rd, Omaha, NE. The street and mailing address for the initial agent for service of process is 16264 Rolling Ridge Rd, Omaha, NE 68135. The name of the initial agent for service of process is George T. Babcock. The general nature of the business is any and all business which is lawful under the Uniform Limited Liability Act of the State of Nebraska. The business of limited liability company will be conducted by its Members. George T. Babcock, Organizer First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF TOTAL RECOVERY SERVICES, INC., A NEBRASKA NONPROFIT CORPORATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned have formed a corporation under the Nebraska Nonprofit Corporation Act. The name of the corporation is TOTAL RECOVERY SERVICES, INC, A NEBRASKA NONPROFIT CORPORATION, with a registered office at 5206 South 166th Avenue Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68135, and the registered agent is LOREN DEXTER. The general nature of the business is a public benefit corporation and shall have for its additional purpose to provide counseling services; providing for managing any benevolent, charitable, civic, educational, fraternal, athletic, patriotic, social and labor organization or society, as well as the making of donations to the public welfare or for charitable or educational purposes, and to perform services of every kind and nature whatsoever, which are not inconsistent with law. The corporation became a corporate body on January 19, 2021, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 2, 2021, and shall have perpetual existence. The corporation will have no members. ANTHONY L. GROSS, Incorporator CATHERINE L. WHITE, Incorporator 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, NE 68124 First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PROVASOURCE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ProvaSource, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 1406 Veterans Drive, Suite 215, Omaha, Nebraska 68022. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 W. Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SHANNY’S PET CARE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Shanny’s Pet Care, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 2319 N. 51st Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68104. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 W. Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

ADAMS & SULLIVAN, P.C., Attorneys at Law 1246 Golden Gate Drive, Suite 1 Papillion, Nebraska 68046-2843 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MTT INVESTMENTS, LLC The name of the limited liability company is MTT Investments, LLC. The address of the designated office in Nebraska is: 5617 S. 161st Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68135. It is organized to transact any lawful business. Perpetual existence commenced March 3, 2021. The affairs of the limited liability company are to be conducted by the manager, Thomas Shaw. DATED this 18th day of March 2021. Agent for Service: Adams & Sullivan, P.C., L.L.O. 1246 Golden Gate Drive, Suite 1 Papillion, NE 68046 First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF LJM CUSTOM CARPENTRY, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that LJM CUSTOM CARPENTRY, INC., is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a registered office at 14517 Grand Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. The registered agent is AARON MOSBY. The general nature of the business is to operate a general carpentry 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 carpentry 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 February 4, 2021, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 5, 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 March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF DNP-FNP, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that DNP-FNP, 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 counseling services 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 counseling services 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 January 26, 2021, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on February 24, 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 ByLaws, 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 March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SANDZA WELLNESS, L.L.C. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that SANDZA WELLNESS, 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 manager and registered officer, SUZANNE F. PIOTROWSKI. 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 January 18, 2021, and filed Certificate of Organization with the Nebraska Secretary of State on February 16, 2021, and shall have perpetual existence. SUZANNE F. PIOTROWSKI, Organizational Member 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68124 First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF TC HOME IMPROVEMENTS, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that TC HOME IMPROVEMENTS, INC., is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a registered office at 3010 Pedersen Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The registered agent is THOMAS COLLINS. The general nature of the business is to operate a general home improvement and construction 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 home improvement and construction 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 January 6, 2021, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 5, 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 March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF MARY LOFTIS COUNSELING SERVICES, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that MARY LOFTIS COUNSELING SERVICES, INC., is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a registered office at 4724 North 111th Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68164. The registered agent is MARY E. LOFTIS. The general nature of the business is to operate a general mental health counseling 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 mental health counseling 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 February 4, 2021, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 5, 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 March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP, Attorneys 13330 California Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF JASPER STONE HOLDINGS II LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Jasper Stone Holdings II LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska on March 19, 2021 (the “Company”). The Company has designated its registered agent as Curt Hofer with registered office at 16820 Frances Street, Suite 206, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Company’s initial designated office is at 16820 Frances Street, Suite 206, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Company shall be governed by one or more managers. The general nature of business is any lawful purpose. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

Notice Of Organization Of Porta Potty Solutions, LLC Notice is hereby given that Porta Potty Solutions, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office address of the Company is 5514 N 154th St, Omaha, NE 68116. The registered agent of the Company is Philip S. Murante, whose mailing address is 1101 S 119th St, Omaha, NE 68144. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

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HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP, Attorneys 13330 California Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF JAMH FAMILY HOLDINGS LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that JAMH Family Holdings LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska on March 19, 2021 (the “Company”). The Company has designated its registered agent as Jeffrey Hofer with registered office at 16820 Frances Street, Suite 206, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Company’s initial designated office is at 16820 Frances Street, Suite 206, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Company shall be governed by one or more managers. The general nature of business is any lawful purpose. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

Diane Stewart-Ferro Attorney at Law 7207 Frontier Road La Vista, NE 68128 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SABBY’S SERVICES, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Sabby’s Services, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 1721 South 10th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68108 and the initial agent for service of process is Luke Sabaliauskas, whose address is 1721 South 10th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68108. Luke Sabaliauskas is the sole member and the affairs of the company will be conducted by the sole member. Perpetual existence commenced on the 25th day of January 2021. Dated this 22nd day of March 2021. Sabby’s Services, LLC By: Luke Sabaliauskas Manager and Sole Member First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

ERIN K. ARTZ, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF DISTINCT WINDOW AND DOOR, 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 Distinct Window and Door, 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 March 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 March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

CATHERINE E. FRENCH, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF RENEE HOERSCHELMANN, 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 RENEE HOERSCHELMANN, LLC. The address of the company’s initial designated office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on February 4, 2021 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the manager as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication March 26, 2021, final April 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 THE HEADSTRAT LLC The name of the Company is The HeadStrat LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is: 1008 Dodge Street, #302, Omaha, Nebraska 68102. 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 March 22, 2021. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BROOKE WAGNER, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN on February 1, 2021, Brooke Wagner, LLC was organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, with a designated office at 2022 Queen Drive, Papillion, NE 68046. The Company’s initial agent for service of process is Brooke Wagner, whose address is 2022 Queen Drive, Papillion, NE 68046. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

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KATHRYN J. DERR PC LLO 1301 South 75th Street, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF FUR REAL CUSTOM GOODS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that FUR REAL CUSTOM GOODS, 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 5616 South 139th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68137. The registered office of the Company is 5616 South 139th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68137, and the agent at such office is Katie Ann Pillen. The general nature of the business to be transacted by the company is any lawful business which may be carried on by a limited liability company organized under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The company commenced operations on March 9, 2021, and shall have a perpetual duration. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Braided Stream Recreation, LLC a Nebraska limited liability company, filed its Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 22, 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. Steven M. Stangl, Manager, will wind up and liquidate the company’s business and affairs. If you have a claim against Braided Stream Recreation, 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 DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. A claim against Braided Stream Recreation, 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 March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF EOTN, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN on March 17, 2021, EOTN, LLC was organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, with a designated office at 7618 County Road P32, Fort Calhoun, NE 68023. The Company’s initial agent for service of process is Kiely Sindelar, whose address is 7620 County Road P32, Fort Calhoun, NE 68023. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF DLW INSURANCE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN on March 16, 2021, DLW INSURANCE, LLC was organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, with a designated office at 8969 North 79th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68122. The Company’s initial agent for service of process is Deborah Williams, whose address is 8969 North 79th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68122. First publication March 26, 2021, final April 9, 2021

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COVID-19 kept cars off the roads last year, but pedestrian deaths remained high by Eric D. Lawrence

Remember those images of empty streets, minus people and cars, from the early days of lockdown last year? Those memorable photos, captured as the coronavirus pandemic was upending daily life, meant a drop, at least for a time, in the amount of vehicle miles being driven. Unfortunately, that didn’t translate into a drop in pedestrian deaths. Instead, a preliminary data analysis released Tuesday by the Governors Highway Safety AssociTrends ation shows a shocking 20% increase in the pedestrian fatality rate per billion vehicle miles traveled during the first six months of the year. “It’s upsetting. It’s really very, very unsettling to think we can have such a large reduction in traffic and no drop in pedestrian fatalities,” said Richard Retting, director of safety/ research for Sam Schwartz, the consulting firm that analyzed the information. “There’s never been anything close to this on a rate basis.” Pedestrian deaths have skyrocketed over the past decade despite substantial safety improvements for vehicle occupants. A variety of factors are believed to be at play in the increase in pedestrian fatalities, including more large trucks and SUVs on the road as recounted by the Detroit Free Press/ USA Today investigation, “Death on foot: America’s love of SUVs is killing pedestrians,” as well as distraction, vehicle speed and alcohol use. Other issues also are noteworthy. People of color represent a disproportionate number of victims, and most fatal pedestrian crashes happen at night and away from intersections. Despite the impact of COVID-19 on daily life, including a shift to remote learning and working from home, the number of fatalities in the first half of the 2020 appears to have been close to the same as the prior year, with 2,957 pedestrian deaths for the first six months of 2020 compared with 2,951 in 2019, according to safety association projections. The key figure, however, in the context of the pandemic is how that relates to the number of vehicle miles traveled, which dropped 16.5% compared with the same period in 2019. The pedestrian fatality rate of 2.2 per billion vehicle miles traveled represents a 20% increase over the 2019 rate, according to the analysis of data from state highway safety offices. Such an increase if it holds for the full year or does not drop much would be troublingly notable. Fatalities tend to go up in the second half of the year, Retting noted, saying people tend to be out and about more during the warmer summer months and for holidays like Halloween and Christmas. The analysis found that 6,301 pedestrians died in the United States in 2019. That number is an increase of about 96 over the federal data released so far for the year but was adjusted to account for historical underreporting in the government’s typical initial releases, according to the safety association. Pedestrians accounted for about 17% of all traffic deaths in 2019, a percentage that has risen fairly consistently over the last decade. The tens of thousands of pedestrians killed in the last 10 years include men, women and children, and it highlights the dramatic toll this crisis has taken on America’s most vulnerable road users. However, the numbers, all based on preliminary data, point to some improvements as well. Twenty states and Washington, D.C., recorded declines in the number of pedestrian fatalities, some of which were double digit and percentage declines, compared with the first half of 2019. Delaware and Kentucky are projected to have three years of declines in pedestrian deaths, while Arizona is expected to have its second year of declining fatalities. Still, 27 states reported increases in their numbers during the same period. Michigan, with 68 fatalities, had three more pedestrian deaths in the first half of 2020 than in the same stretch of 2019, according to the analysis. ©2021 www.freep.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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The Hispanic Heritage Foundation announced the recipients of the Regional Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards. Now in its 22nd year, this educational grant program honors Latino high school seniors who excel in the classroom and community and for their excellence in various categories including. The Youth Awardees will receive grants for their education, or to fund an idea or community project to encourage “actionable leadership,” which is HHF’s call to action. Local awardees include: Mila Herszbaum-Harding, Bronze, from Omaha in the Education category; Sophia Rodríguez, Gold, from Lincoln in the Social Justice category; and Jessica Fuertes-De Arcos, Brozne, from Omaha in the Social Justice category. Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Autism Action Partnership have launched a free all-inclusive mobile app experience, Omaha Zoo 4 All, to help prepare, engage and inspire visitors with autism or sensory needs, as well as their families. While exploring the zoo’s 160-acre property, app users will have access to the following at their fingertips: Sensory guides to preview exhibits, customizable scheduler to plan your visit, sensory-friendly map with quiet areas and other stimuli, communication and reminder tools, card-matching game to relax your senses, and insider tips. The app is available for download on Apple’s App Store or Google Play for Android. The new restaurant at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, The View at Mahoney, will open April 1 and feature an Easter buffet April 4. For the month of April, guests who enter the park only to eat at restaurant will not be required to have a Nebraska Game and Parks Commission park entry permit. The View at Mahoney, located inside Peter Kiewit Lodge, will have a main menu, fine dining menu and kids menu. A gluten-free menu will be available upon request. It also will offer catering, to-go purchasing of sandwiches and sodas, and delivery to cabins, lodge rooms, campsites and the Ashland area. It will have an alcohol license in May. The Omaha STEM Ecosystem and AIM Institute launched the online STEM Community Platform, presented by Cox. The mission of the STEM Community Platform, stemplatform.org, connects youth, parents, educators and professionals to an online hub of STEM programs, resources and events in the Greater Omaha area. The website offers easy functionality for the user to find kids camps, career listings in STEM career fields and informational resources for elementary aged children to adults. There also is an online quiz available to help narrow areas of interest. Organizations and community members can view and add STEM resources, opportunities and events by visiting stemplatform.org. To empower outdoor sports teams at all levels to prepare, compete and livestream, Hudl launched of Hudl Focus Outdoor, a hands-free smart camera that automatically captures and uploads games and practices to Hudl and sends video to livestreaming platforms. The technology builds upon the impact of Hudl Focus Indoor — which allows teams to capture HD video from the perfect angle using AI-powered player tracking technology. With the launch of Hudl Focus Outdoor, those participating in outdoor sports such as football and soccer will now be able to access the same capabilities, regardless of weather conditions. Physicians Mutual has launched a new brand campaign aimed at reclaiming the joy that comes from entering retirement. The new

spots feature the return of the company’s brand spokesperson, actor John Michael Higgins, who showcases his song and dance abilities. The commercials air nationally — featuring a launch during March Madness coverage. The spots will also appear on the Physicians Mutual’s social media channels and digital platforms. DecisionWise recognized Columbia Insurance Group as a top-performing organization through its 2021 Employee Engagement Best Practice Awards. Columbia is one of four organizations that received the award based on a review of over 10 million survey responses in the DecisionWise international employee engagement survey benchmark database. Results were analyzed by measuring the number of fully engaged, key contributor, opportunity group, and disengaged employees in each organization using a set of employee engagement anchor questions. Headquartered in Columbia, Missouri, Columbia Insurance Group has branches in Atlanta, Austin and Omaha, in addition to their home office in Columbia. Integrity Marketing Group, LLC, an independent distributor of life and health insurance products, has acquired Access Capital Group, LLC, a financing company for insurance agents and agencies. As part of the transaction, Principals and Co-Founders Bryan Neary and Dave Emerton will also serve as managing partners with Integrity. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Over its 13-year history, Access Capital has provided more than $125 million of capital to thousands of agents nationwide. Access Capital’s transactions span more than 500,000 policyholders and over 200 different insurance carriers.

Education notes…

The value of agricultural land in Nebraska increased by an average of 6% over the prior year, to a statewide average of $2,895 per acre, according to the preliminary findings of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s 2021 Farm Real Estate Market Survey. This marks the second consecutive year that agricultural land in the state has experienced an increase in average market value. Land industry professionals who responded to the survey attributed the rise in Nebraska farm real estate values to current interest rate levels, crop prices and COVID-19 disaster assistance payments provided to operators across the state. These factors provided stability to the industry in the face of an economic shutdown and disruptions of supply chains. Final results from the survey are expected to be published in June.

Health care notes…

Twenty years of building credibility in Omaha’s minority communities is paying off for Creighton University’s HS-MACA and the Center for Promoting Health and Health Equity. To promote COVID-19 vaccinations, the Douglas County Health Department awarded a second $250,000 grant to the center, which is a community-academic partnership. The grant will support CPHHE education and training of Community Health Ambassadors/ Advocates to help enhance vaccination rates among Black, Latinx, Maya, and Urban Native Americans.

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Midland University and the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands announced a collaborative partnership that will provide increased college accessibility opportunities for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands youth. Midland University will offer students who are Boys & Continued on next page.

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REGIONAL LANDSCAPES Continued from preceding page. Girls Clubs of the Midlands members a $21,000 scholarship per year, while the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands will provide those same students an additional $10,000 scholarship per year. The combined $31,000 per year scholarship will cover nearly 90% of a student’s tuition before any other outside scholarships or grants are applied. Midland University and Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands will work with each student individually to pursue additional funding opportunities with the goal of creating a tuition free college experience. Foundations Development is teaming with Bethlehem House to provide housing for low-income families with a new 15-unit housing project. Occupancy preference in the new building will be given to graduates of Bethlehem House, a nonprofit that provides shelter and services to pregnant women in crisis. Bethlehem House Apartments is collaboration between Foundations Development, the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority, and nonprofit Bethlehem House. National nonprofit Operation Homefront has named Emma Remley the 2021 Military Child of the Year for Innovation. Remley created a legacy of her own at Yokota Air Base in Tokyo, Japan, by building a sensory garden that everyone could enjoy, and in particular other military kids, like her, who cope with anxiety. She is the daughter of Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Remley and Lydia Remley, a teacher. Both parents previously served in the Marine Corps. The family now lives in Papillion where her dad is stationed at Offutt Air Force Base. UScellular announced the three winners of its fourth annual Black History Month Art Contest with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands. For the first time, public voting for the finalists’ art was available online. The winning artists were awarded gift cards in the following amounts: Kyrell Dixon, age 13, received $250 for first place for a Harriet Tubman drawing; Sebastian I-P, age 14, was awarded $150 for second place on Martin Luther King Jr. artwork; and Aurora B., age 10, $100 for third place on a Kobe Bryant creation. Kids Can Community Center announced the recipient of the 2021 Can Do Provider Award: Dawn Dreher. Dreher has been a child care provider since 2014. She has demonstrated a growth-mindset both as a business owner and a professional in the field of Early Childhood Education. The Can Do Provider award, sponsored by the Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative, honors childcare providers on their journey to higher quality. Kids Can’s annual Can Do Awards Celebration is on April 22 as a virtual live streaming event this year from noon to 1 p.m.

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Youth Emergency Services is moving its annual 2021 Dance for a Chance fundraising event to Oct. 7. It will once again be held at the Omaha Design Center. After canceling last year’s event due to COVID-19, this year’s Dance for a Chance: The Roaring Twenty-Twenties was originally scheduled for August 2021. Based on recent years, YES anticipates more than 500 people in attendance physically and virtually. Similar to Dancing with the Stars, Dance for a Chance pairs up dancers with instructors, who work to create a dance, pick accompanying music and practice before competing. Attendees enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks, a silent auction, wine grab, photo booth, and a variety of dance routines at the event.

Registration is open for the 28th annual ICAN Women’s Leadership Conference, which will be held on Aug. 11 this year. This year’s theme is “IN SIGHT: Step Up. Stand Out. Stand Together” and will explore what actionable steps women can take to visualize their aspirations, garner the necessary skills and exposure, and forge a path to achievement. The conference will discuss how individuals, businesses and the greater community can work together to develop future leaders who can make a difference in business and the community. Keynote speakers will include: Kimberly Bryant, Pat Mitchell, Tiffany Dufu, Herminia Ibarra, Shadé Zahrai, Kam Phillips-Sadler, Brad Johnson, David Smith, Nicole Bianchi, Jo Miller, and Tara Jaye Frank. More information can be found at ICANconference.com. Gener8tor’s CommUNITY Growth Summit brings together civic, business and cultural leaders to showcase best practices and discuss the future of community growth in America. The second-annual summit, to be held March 30-April 1, will offer keynote presentations focused on the next generation of economy-building solutions. The three-day event features keynote speaker events, panel discussions and networking opportunities. This will be an all virtual event. Conference schedule: March 30: Startup Ecosystems and Local Innovation; and March 31: UpSkilling a Community’s Workforce; April 1: Celebrating Local Arts and Culture. Registration information is available at gener8torcommunitygrowthsummit.com. Treasurer John Murante, in partnership with the Nebraska Council on Economic Education, will be hosting a series of six financial wellness webinars for Nebraska public employees beginning April 6. Each webinar will last one hour and will include the topics: budgeting, savings, and debt reduction; investing and retirement; identity theft and fraud awareness; planning for children and college;

insurance; and estate planning. As part of the program, 200 participants who complete the entire course will receive $100. In addition, five

participants during each webinar will win $50. Registration is now open at https://nefinancialwellness.unl.edu/.

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Focus shifting to smaller, intimate weddings with an eye on experience by Michelle Leach

People are still meeting each other. Couples are still getting engaged. It’s just that how weddings look and feel is undergoing a shift in the pandemic era. “There has been a direct shift in the type of person seeking out an elopement or intimate wedding,” said Katie Brown, who founded Tiny Luxe Weddings with Kimberly Persons in January 2019. “Especially at this point in an ever-changing climate, people are coming to grips with a wedding identity that is different from what they originally thought they wanted.” Brown and Persons characterized their weddings as “all-in-one experiences,” with events, vendors and venues based off of a mood board selected by the couple. “Our business model has always attracted couples who were in the margins of the market and now we are seeing that shift into couples whose values are changing,” Brown said. The founders see greater confidence amid vaccine rollouts. “The couples coming to us now are completely rethinking the wedding they planned two years ago,” she said. “Brides are reselling their wedding gowns, reconsidering wedding parties, and ditching convention.” Steady drops in guest counts combine with expanded focuses on the experience; for instance, gourmet chef-inspired food options, live entertainment, and exciting and immersive décor.

Brown and Persons are North Texas and “SoCal” natives respectively; in these states and coastal areas, elopements and tiny weddings (usually under 40 guests but up to 100) are “well-established.” “The love for these really unique, experience-driven, tiny weddings is absolutely here to stay,” Brown said. This year, they have expanded their signature pop-up wedding events from two to four. “There are four dates this year where the venues and vendors are already booked and the weddings are styled, ready to go and waiting for couples to book an appointment time for their favorite date and theme,” Brown said. “These are the type of experience-driven wedding events that people are excited to use to tell their story and make their wedding more memorable.” Owner and lead videographer with K. LaFleur Films, Kelly LaFleur said clients value videography services more. “In 2016 and 2017, the question was, ‘Do I need videography?’ and this decade the question has been, ‘Which videographer do I hire?’ Moving into 2020, we had seen an uptick in business and the amount of investment that couples were making [in videography],” she said. Then COVID-19 hit. “It was a mixed bag for couples,” she recalled. “We did have some couples postpone into 2021. Most couples moved into the fall and spring. We only had one couple cancel.” Seven new couples also booked, with guests

numbering 10 to 50. Video provides, LaFleur indicated, an immersive way to assure their wedding is documented and a shareable experience. “Livestreaming has definitely become a hot topic in the last year or so,” she said. While a dynamic option for the likes of the ceremony and first dance, she did note considerations such as onsite equipment and an extra person/staff member. “We offer a next day ceremony edit, where you are not adding the extra equipment or cords in a beautiful ceremony space,” LaFleur said. “It’s a higher-quality video, and you don’t have to worry about the internet going out or anything like that. You get a fully-edited film the next day.” Generally, very few clients have had “full-capacity weddings.” “We love the trend of intimate dinners and speeches that are focused more on the experience,” she said. And, LaFleur indicated, these weddings

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complement great storytelling. “It’s an honor to be the fly on the wall,” she said. “You get to be one of the 15 people at the event. And it’s something that we do not take lightly.” Catering for large events, including weddings, is Abraham Catering’s business. President/COO Brian Kobs said he’d never forget the March 12 and 13, 2020 — the phone started ringing and didn’t stop until May or June. “Every corporate and social event and weddings went from normal to zero,” he said. On March 14th, Kobs swung into action. He ran all the financial projections and laid it all out to his wife, President Jennifer Kobs, and his father-in-law and second-generation leadership, CEO Hap Abraham. “This was not going to go away,” Kobs recalled. “I said, ‘Here are our choices. We can say we’ve had a great run; we’ve had an awesome 60-plus years and shut it down. Or, we can spend Continued on next page.

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Styles, trends for 2021 wedding season by Gabby Hellbusch

As brides plan for the 2021 wedding season, local industry experts say there are many style trends to look out for. Patricia Pierce, director of wedding and social events at Lied Lodge and Arbor Day Farm, said many couples are choosing an outdoor wedding in 2021. “An outdoor setting is important because couples are seeking a venue where their guests can feel safe,” she said. “Event tents are a terrific way to host outdoor weddings as a safe space; they also provide welcome coverage in all types of weather.” Arbor Day Farm offers several outdoor Pierce venues, including a unique space called The Meadow, nestled within the shadows of the Arbor Lodge Mansion, offering open space for tent setup surrounded by trees. “It truly allows you to bring the outdoors in,” Pierce said. “We also have our popular Historic Barns area — a covered, yet open venue that works well in inclement weather yet allows guests to feel safe with the open-air option. In general, weddings are trending toward families sitting together at tables with smaller numbers, as well as smaller head tables or just the bride and groom at a sweetheart table.” At this time, Rose McCormick, owner of Beyond the Vine, said the biggest trend in the industry is flexibility. “With the pandemic, a lot of brides and

grooms have had to reschedule their wedding day, sometimes multiple times,” McCormick said. “This means we must change up flowers to match the season and adapt. It used to be that couples could plan a wedding for a certain month because they wanted certain flowers that were in season, but the pandemic has not allowed anyone to do that.” In case of a cancellation, she has been waiting until two weeks out to buy or order flowers for events. As venues change, too, McCormick said it’s been important to get creative. “Even when we need to switch things up, I’ve found that the photos end up looking just as beautiful, if not McCormick better, than what was originally planned,” she said. Lately, McCormick said brides have also been leaning toward a fall color scheme, despite season. “I try to inject my creativity to add some other colors and flowers that will match the season, but still set my clients apart from other events,” she said. “I also tell my brides to not get hung up on a certain kind of flower in a photo, especially right now, as a lot of farms have gone under during these times.” Rachel Campbell, owner and stylist at Noa Brides, said maximalism is going to be the biggest trend for styling in 2021 and into 2022. “Dresses will be making a dramatic impact at weddings with more sparkle, alternative colors, dramatic sleeves, fuller skirts and statement

trains,” she said. “Brides are continuing to search for wedding dresses that have unique details to stand out from ‘cookie cutter’ gowns. Second looks will also become more popular with short dresses and jumpsuits coming out before the night is over.” After having to compromise so much over the last year, Campbell said there will be no compromise over getting the dress right — wedding dresses this year and next will symbolize

that it’s time to finally celebrate. “COVID-19 put a huge cloud over wedding plans for 2020 and 2021 brides,” she said. “Brides have been waiting over a year to finally have their big day. After having to miss out on showers and bachelorette parties, they’ll be going all out on the dress and reception. These post-COVID festivities will be more than just a party, but a celebration of getting to the finish line.”

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Continued from preceding page. every last dime to save as many people within our company as we can.” An emotional team meeting followed. “It changed our company overnight,” he said. “Now, we have daily huddles and meetings. We’ve become the hungriest, fighting team.” And, Kobs said, he never knew how much the business meant to the community until this happened. Fortunately, the company is seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. He described how a typically slow timeframe (January to March) has had more wedding bookings than ever before for this period. “There is a pent-up demand, people are getting vaccinated and the [COVID-19 infection] numbers are going down,” he said. Another “silver lining” has come in the form of its A Casserole to Go business, which is celebrating 10 years, and now offers individually sealed hot and cold lunches. “We were able to pivot that, but you have to sell 300 casseroles to equal one nice event,” he said. “It does keep people busy.” Complete Weddings + Events Omaha has had couples booking as far out as 2025. “Like most companies, we really hunkered

down,” said General Manager Eric Raftery. “We focused on training and making our business better. You don’t build an army during a war; you build it during peacetime … And, due to some of the procedures that you had to adhere by, we had to be creative and nimble.” For instance, Director of Sales Amy Schwartz described leaning on livestreaming and videography, and Zoom and similar platforms aided in wedding planning. “We also came up with something called Complete Interactive, and we’re still doing it,” Raftery said. For weddings where people couldn’t dance, they might have a “social wall,” where guests on smartphones could send nice messages and photos that would then be added to a projection screen. Trivia games involved posing specific questions about the couple to bridesmaids and groomsmen. Guests voted on the best answers via their smart devices. “This enabled people to participate and to have something to do during the dinner that didn’t require them to get up from their seats,” Raftery said. Within the last two weeks, Schwartz described a “night and day” difference in the number of people want to meet at venues in person.

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