Midtown Business Association 2018-2019

2018-2019

Business Directory and Guide for the Midtown-Omaha community

Advocating for a healthy Midtown business community www.midtownbusinessassociation.org

The University of Nebraska Medical Center is poised to transform health care education, and – as aviation simulation changed the flight industry – propel the training of doctors, nurses and allied health professionals into the next generation with emerging virtual and augmented reality.

Through its iEXCELSM initiative, UNMC is enhancing connectivity and interdisciplinary education across the state through the strategic installation of iWalls in Omaha, Scottsbluff, Kearney, Lincoln and Norfolk.

Thanks to a public-private partnership, the iEXCEL program will be based in the new $121.8 million Davis Global Center, along with the National Center for Health Security and Biopreparedness, which will train federal health care personnel in treating highly infectious diseases.

Health care providers can visualize – in 3D – abnormalities of the heart or other organs. And, rather than a static CT scan, a 3D hologram allows physicians to walk around the organ – while seemingly suspended in space – for a truly realistic-looking image.

Students in the EON Reality VR Innovation Academy, housed on the UNMC campus, will be trailblazers in filling a critical workforce need as augmented and virtual reality gains a foothold in education. The academy is one of five in the United States; one of 15 in the world. After 11 months, participating students earn an industry certificate from EON Reality.

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Greetings

Index

The Midtown Business Association is proud to provide this 2018-19 Business Directory and Guide to the Midtown-Omaha area.

This directory contains stories about the history of the 38-year-old association and its current involvement in the community. We are a current active organization.

Inside you will find information about many of our events and award programs. Also included are listings of many businesses in the Midtown-Omaha area. From advertising to windows, the directory holds a wealth of information.

Letter from the President...................... 6 Board Members................................. 8 Mayor and Councilmen Greetings........ 9 History............................................ 12 Luncheons...................................... 13 Events/Networking............................ 13 Midtown Revitalization...................... 14 Blackstone Hotel.............................. 22 Community Map.............................. 28 Neighborhood Improvement Awards... 30 Facade Improvement Grant Program.. 32 Future Business Leaders of America... 33 Business Listings Categorical...................................... 38 Alphabetical.................................... 53

This directory is published by the Midtown Business Association in partnership with Suburban Newspapers Inc. For Suburban Newspapers Inc.: Special Project Manager: Paul Swanson · Section Designer: Tom Knox · Photo credits (unless otherwise noted): Metro Creative Connection · Cover image: Courtesy Joslyn Castle Trust Midtown Business Association, Suburban Newspapers, Inc., World-Herald News Service

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE www.midtownbusinessassociation.org

Midtown Business Association Advocates for a Growing and Vibrant Business Community Every week, new and exciting activities and developments are taking place in Midtown.

It is definitely an exciting time for the residents, business owners and visitors to the area.

Currently, more than 30,000 people call Midtown home and 50,000 people work in the area.

The MBA has enjoyed our relationship with business owners for over 30 years.

We offer opportunities for business owners to connect and support each other.

In addition, the MBA has several programs such as the Façade Improvement Grant and Neighborhood Improvement Awards, which offer direct recognition and financial support for our members.

Our new partnership with the FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) club from Mercy High School is our effort to connect with future business leaders.

Any organization is like a gym membership — if you are engaged, you will see results.

Our monthly luncheons and quarterly networking events are open to all members and guests. These are great opportunities that we hope you will take advantage of soon.

If you want to learn more about the MBA, please contact any board members listed on page 8 or visit our website at www.midtownbusinessassociation.org Paul Swanson, MBA President

A new approach to corporate training The Metropolitan Community College Workforce Innovation Division offers corporate training on site, online or at the MCC Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology. Training classes can be scheduled for days, nights or weekends.

WID offers: • Customized, company-specific employee training • Industry-recognized workshops • Job analysis to create training and proper resources • Post-hire coaching and training to help train and retain new hires To learn more about WID and its offerings, visit mccneb.edu/wid or call 531-MCC-4943.

Metropolitan Community College affirms a policy of equal education, employment opportunities and nondiscrimination in providing services to the public. To read our full policy statement, visit mccneb.edu/nondiscrimination.

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MidtownCrossing.com

Dynamic new retailers.

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BOARD MEMBERS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org

OFFICERS

PRESIDENT Paul Swanson Omaha World-Herald 402-444-1248 paul.swanson@ owh.com

VICE-PRESIDENT Judy Alderman Omaha Visitor Center 402-213-6474 jalderman@cox.net

SECRETARY Karen Burbach UNMC 402-559-4353 kburbach@unmc.edu

TREASURER Dale Marples CFO Omaha 402-502-2255 dalemarples1@ cox.net

PAST PRESIDENT Peggy Case Security National Bank 402-449-0920 case411@ cox.net

Val McPherson* Allied Realty Inc. 402-490-6366 valmcpherson@cox.net

Mick Whelan Whelan Law 402-342-2412 mick@whelanlawoffice.com

Bob Perrin J Robert Perrin AIA Architect 402-341-0232 perrinarchitect@gmail.com

Tom Zuk Holland Basham Architects 402-551-0800 tzuk@hba1.com

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Jeff Abdo Business Furniture Cleaning 402-551-4547 jeffabdo@aol.com

Craig Carlson* Mutual of Omaha 402-351-2694 craig.carlson@ mutualofomaha.com

Leah Jipp Mutual of Omaha 402-351-6607 leah.jipp@ mutualofomaha.com

Jennifer Bartholomew Nebraska Medicine 402-559-3532 jbartholomew@ nebraskamed.com

Judy Dye* National Indemnity Company, retired 402-734-3627 midtownbusiness1@ aol.com

Rick Katelman Katelman Restoration 402-551-4388 rskatelman@cox.net

Richard Callahan Bank of the West 402-918-5252 richard.callahan@ bankofthewest.com

Cindy Faiman* Security National Bank, retired 402-657-5766 cindyfaiman@cox.net

Chris Kilroy* Edward Jones 402-558-2111 chris.kilroy@ edwardjones.com

Joyce Prohaska First Presbyterian Church 402-345-5383 jcprohaska@earthlink.net

* Indicates past president of the board.

Holland Basham Architects, supporting a thriving community through design for 30 years.

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THANK YOU FROM THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org

Mayor Jean Stothert

We see exceptional growth in midtown, for business, urban living, entertainment and retail. All are important to bring new customers and new families into the heart of the city.

The businesses, organizations and residents of Midtown work together to create

safe, thriving neighborhoods and destinations for recreation, entertainment and leisure.

One of my goals is to promote job and economic growth in our city. We are creating opportunities for people and businesses to be successful and making

progress toward our goals — to increase employment, attract new talent to our city and grow our reputation as a top ten city.

With our community and business partners, we will work together to make Omaha an extraordinary city.

Thank you!

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Councilman Chris Jerram

My family and I feel fortunate to call Midtown home. We can walk or bike to visit friends, shop and dine. Midtown is filled with places as special as the people. We have tree-lined streets, parks, historic homes and eclectic destinations. I proudly represent the Midtown business districts and neighborhoods of Midtown Crossing, Blackstone, Morton Meadows, Gifford Park, Leavenworth, Field Club, Aksarben Village, Elmwood Park, Hanscom Park, Ford Birthsite, Joslyn Castle and Dundee.

Enjoy!

One of the things I enjoy most about my city council district is that it is blessed with historic neighborhoods and business districts that have their own identity and unique character. It’s been Councilman an exciting time to represent the area as Pete we’ve successfully implemented neighFestersen borhood business district renovation plans in Dundee, Benson, and Florence and have enjoyed seeing Midtown Crossing and the Blackstone Business District thrive as well. The Midtown area will continue to be a critical component of the urban fabric of our community, and we will continue to drive new public and private investment in these areas.

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Curious, active, expressive‌ that’s what toddlers are all about.

So are Child Saving Institute child care centers!

Toddlerhood is a time of great cognitive, social, and emotional development. At Child Saving Institute centers, we work to make the most of this special time by providing a fun, individualized, and stimulating environment for your little one. From tantrums to toilet training, our qualified teachers have years of experience in making every day fun and educational as they teach through play. Schedule a visit and enroll for the fun!

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To arrange a tour, please contact us at 402-390-2028 or earlychilded@childsaving.org.

Two convenient locations to serve you! Both CSI-managed child care facilities are accredited under the strenuous guidelines of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

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Bonnie Jacobs

Dustin Walters

AVP, Branch Manager 402-449-0945 bjacobs@snbomaha.com

AVP, Private Banking Officer 402-221-0124 dwalters@snbomaha.com

Kevin Poots

Jessica Blake

AVP, Trust Officer 402-221-0121 kpoots@snbomaha.com

FVP, Mortgage Loan Originator 402-449-0932 jblake@snbomaha.com

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ABOUT THE MBA www.midtownbusinessassociation.org

MBA rooted in community’s preservation and improvement

MISSION STATEMENT Established in 1980 by a group of 11 Midtown business people, MBA has grown to more than 180 members with a mix of small and large corporations and businesses, with both forprofit and not-for-profit organizations. The basic mission of the MBA is to support the Midtown business community through: • Recognition of business façade improvements and new businesses • A forum for friendship and interaction between all businesses, competition or other • An influential voice in city politics and Midtown civic and political decisions • A driving force for business development in Midtown • Monthly lunch meetings with speakers of interest to the business community • A sincere love and concern for the historical and important Midtown area

The MedCenter Merchants Association was born in August 1980 when a small group of merchants, at the encouragement of Clarkson Hospital and the University of Nebraska Medical Center, gathered to spruce up the neighborhood from Park Avenue to 52nd Street and Leavenworth Street to Cuming Street.

Their first order of business: to urge companies to improve their property. Plaques were given to acknowledge the efforts of those who did property improvements. This practice continues today with the Neighborhood Improvement Awards.

The organization, now known as the Midtown Business Association, continues to advocate for a healthy Midtown business community. Today, it has more than 180 members, five officers and an executive committee of 15 members. For membership info, please contact Judy Dye at midtownbusiness1@aol.com.

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LUNCHEONS Midtown Business Association luncheons are held the fourth Wednesday of the month from noon to 1 p.m.

Sept. 26, 2018 • Oct. 24, 2018 Nov. 28, 2018 • Jan. 23, 2019 Feb. 27, 2019 • March 27, 2019 April 24, 2019 • May 22, 2019 July 24, 2019 • Sept. 25, 2019 There are no general meetings held in June, August or December.

The MBA meets at Della Costa Restaurant in Midtown Crossing at noon. Cost of lunch is $10 but will increase to $12 in January 2019.

Parking is available in the garage across the street from the restaurant. Take your parking ticket with you to be validated by Della Costa.

NETWORKING SESSIONS

Quarterly networking events for MBA members promote members’ businesses by allowing them to showcase their operations to other members and potential customers.

Individuals who attend the sessions are able to network, potentially creating additional business opportunities.

The events include tours provided to attendees.

This year’s networking events have been held at Green Slate Development, Clarkson College, Ronald McDonald House and Joslyn Castle. Coming networking events include Bluestone Development (Spaces Apartments) and Whelan Law Office.

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MIDTOWN REVITALIZATION www.midtownbusinessassociation.org

Midtown district just keeps getting better

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s Midtown continues to grow the sense of community that runs deep throughout this area has remained constant. Whether you relocated last year or grew

up here it’s deeply rooted. Loyalty, pride and a sense of home describe it best. With the support of local residents and businesses the Midtown area will continue to

grow and develop. On the next several pages are snapshots of area professionals and their ties to Midtown.

Current boundaries of the MBA are: East: I-480 • West: 52nd Street North: Cuming Street • South: Center Street Within these boundaries are neighborhoods where people live, work and play, including Dundee, Blackstone, Farnam, Field Club, Leavenworth, Gifford Park, Center Street, Saddle Creek, Midtown Crossing, Hanscom Park and UNMC.

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SADDLE CREEK

Jeff Harwood started working at Mama’s Pizza when he was 18. His dad owned the business and in 2000 Harwood became a business owner himself when he bought it from his dad. Now he is one of five owners of Mama’s Pizza.

“There is a strong sense of loyalty from the Midtown community,” he said. “It’s amazing how many families have been coming to Mama’s Pizza.

We’ve seen them raise their kids through the years.”

Harwood said one of the reasons he continues to own and operate the family business is strong community ties.

Midtown just feels like home to him.

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FARNAM STREET

When Tony Thomas and three friends decided to open a brewery he knew the key would be location. He wanted to find the perfect place. He looked at almost a dozen buildings and waited almost two years before finding his perfect location at 3558 Farnam St. “I knew this area was going to be great,” said Thomas, co-owner of Farnam House Brewery. “Midtown Crossing was being developed and Crescent Moon was already firmly established. This building was almost perfect for a brewery and the neighborhood was up and coming.”

Thomas says business is good. There are many young professionals in the neighborhood and they have established a stream of return customers. The brewery houses 14 barrels and showcases 14-18 craft beers made on location. Thomas plans to add barrel stackers to increase production and expand his beer selection.

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BLACKSTONE

Why is Dundee Bank in the Blackstone district?. According to Patrick Zach, loan officer, the bank loved the idea of being a part of the neighborhood that it was helping others revitalize.

“We saw that it was turning into a special place,” Zach said. The bank saw an opportunity in the old filling station in the heart of Blackstone. With the historical preservation complete, the bank opened for service in December, 2016. “We are happy to be here, in this vibrant part of town.”

The bank location also puts them in close proximity to many small business owners in the community.

“We enjoy working with and supporting local businesses,” Zach said. “We are committed to the community we work in.”

The bank branch can be seen on the cover of this publication.

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LEAVENWORTH NEIGHBORHOOD

Family-owned since the summer of 1987, Barrett’s Barleycorn sits in a sweet spot, according to Karen Barrett.

“Midtown is such a great area to be a part of,” she said. The neighborhood history and vibe make the area unique.

The tavern sits almost centered between UNO and Creighton and at the back door of UNMC. Several other big and mid-sized business are nearby, too. “That really drives our business,” Barrett said. “Being in the middle of UNO and Creighton gives us a great sports fan base.”

Being part of the MBA is invaluable to Barleycorn. “They promote community and togetherness,” Barrett said.

Besides hosting events for the business community, “MBA strives to help Midtown through improvements and being our voice in local politics,” she said.

“The MBA has lunches throughout the year at different restaurants in Midtown, and we have had the pleasure of hosting a few,” Barrett said. The tavern also gives back in big and small ways. For example, Barleycorn hosts fundraisers for those in need or by donating to area causes, such as for the annual Field Club fireworks or school festivals.

“We have been lucky enough to be a part of the greatest location in Omaha ... Midtown.”

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WE WANT YOU.

Join the MBA and help Midtown continue to develop as an area to Live, Work & Play!

Serving Midtown for over 30 years

THE MBA OFFERS: Monthly luncheons to meet business & community leaders Quarterly networking events at member locations Grant money for your façade improvements

Your business listed in 12,000 MBA directories Neighborhood Beautification Awards

The MBA welcomes membership from anyone whose business is located generally within the boundaries of I-480 on the east, 52nd street on the west, Center Street on the south and Cuming Street on the north, as well as businesses with an interest in the area.

MBA investment dues are based on the number of employees in a business and will cover the period from January 1st to December 31st of each year.

1 to 50 employees – $40

51-300 employees – $100

Over 300 employees – $200

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Business Name ______________________________________________________ Addresss ____________________________________________ Zip ___________ Phone ______________________ Email _________________________________ Company Website ____________________________________________________ Number of Employees _____________________ Dues Amount __________________ Contact Person & Title _________________________________________________

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UNMC The University of Nebraska Medical Center and its primary clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine, have been a driving force in the Midtown area for many years.

Since the fall of 2016, UNMC has opened the UNMC Center for Drug Discovery and Lozier Center for Pharmacy Sciences and Education, the Lauritzen Outpatient Center and the $323 million Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, the largest public-private project in Nebraska’s history.

Today, construction continues on the Dr. Edwin Davis & Dorothy Balbach Davis Global Center for Advanced Interprofessional Learning, which will open in 2019. This high-tech facility will house iEXCEL, an experiential-learning initiative that trains health care professionals in emerging virtual and aug-

Jun Kaneko’s Search tower is a cornerstone of the Healing Arts Program at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.

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mented reality. The facility also will house the National Center for Health Security and Biopreparedness, which will enable UNMC to teach federal health care personnel procedures in treating highly infectious diseases.

The iEXCEL program will contribute to workforce and economic development in Nebraska, creating up to 325 well-paying jobs and generating a projected $39.3 million annually in economic impact for the state.

“UNMC is a critical partner in the effort to maintain a vital, growing midtown,” said UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D. “In addition to educating the next generation of health care professionals, we are an economic partner in building stronger communities and thriving neighborhoods.”

An artist’s rendering of the south entrance of the Dr. Edwin Davis & Dorothy Balbach Davis — Karen Burbach Global Center for Advanced Interprofessional Learning.

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Bringing a historic icon back to life

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he century-old Blackstone Hotel, most recently used as an office building in Midtown Omaha, is poised to be resurrected to its original use under a nearly $75 million plan by two Omaha developers.

The vision by GreenSlate and Clarity development companies — which in recent years have partnered on other real estate ventures building up the once-deserted-now-trendy Blackstone business district — goes even further than reviving the 1916 hotel that reigned throughout the Roaring ’20s and a grand chunk of the 20th century.

As outlined in city records, the plan calls also for a newly constructed west wing that would add more meeting space and 40 hotel rooms to the See Page 23

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164 rooms in the existing historic structure.

“It’s our shot at bringing back an icon,” said Matt Dwyer of GreenSlate. “We, as a city, do not have a historic iconic hotel as most great cities do.”

Dwyer and Clarity’s Tom McLeay referred to other legendary Omaha hotels that have been converted to condos (like the Paxton), have fallen into disrepair or have been demolished altogether (like the Fontenelle).

The Blackstone, during its heyday, was host to visitors such as Bob Hope, Jimmy Stewart, Eleanor Roosevelt and Richard Nixon, who would ride in the hotel’s private car, a Pierce Arrow, and read its magazine, the Blackstonian.

The eighth floor ballroom will be restored.

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An epicenter of social life for the Gold Coast elite, the hotel at 302 S. 36th St. featured an elegant ballroom, rooftop gardens and the Orleans Room restaurant.

Originally, World-Herald archives say, the Blackstone was a “residential hotel,� where guests rented quarters by the year.

Apartments ranged from one to six rooms, all without kitchens because hotel services included cooking.

Locals say the Reuben sandwich of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and salad dressing was invented at the Blackstone. The Orleans Room also has been credited with creating butter brickle ice cream. The hotel’s Golden Spur restaurant on the ground floor offered more casual dining.

Developers hope to restore the ballroom, an old marble staircase and as many other original elements as possible.

In all, the reincarnated Blackstone Hotel would have 204 hotel rooms, the top-floor

ballroom, a rooftop cocktail lounge, a coffee shop, a restaurant and conference center.

A swimming pool and fitness club in the newly constructed section would be open to guests and Blackstone District residents.

Other guest amenities would include valet parking, concierge and poolside food and beverage services.

Parking for hotel and restaurant patrons would be on the surface lots across the street to the west of the redevelopment site, the plan says, in addition to new on-street parking on Harney and 37th Streets.

The development team says many design and other details are still being finalized. Leo A Daly is the architect and DLR will work on interior design. Completion of construction and renovation is anticipated by 2020.

Developers say tax-increment financing is warranted because the project adds to the city’s urban core, returns a historic

property to its former “grandeur� and creates about 143 jobs, about 113 of those full time and averaging about $42,500.

Developers expect more than 75,000 visitors to the hotel each year who should contribute to the local economy.

The Blackstone had been converted to office use in 1984 after it had sat vacant for about a decade. A water main leak and flooding about a year ago dislocated Kiewit Corp. employees to a different location.

Not long after the flood, the project’s development team began talking to Kiewit officials about buying the property. Kiewit subsequently announced its plans to build a new corporate headquarters in north downtown Omaha. “Last year (2017) we vacated the building to perform significant mechanical upgrades. We are proud of our stewardship of the Blackstone and appreciate that Clarity and GreenSlate will continue to preserve See Page 27

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this historic Omaha landmark,” said Tom Janssen, Kiewit spokesman.

Though the Blackstone business district is losing a Fortune 500 corporate neighbor, developers are looking forward to other benefits. In city documents, they say, the revived hotel will provide “an incredible boost to the local economy, particularly the small businesses located in the Blackstone District.”

When done, the developers estimate the hotel’s value to rise to nearly $40 million.

Dwyer said that early on, his team recognized that “there was no other use for” the structure than a historic hotel.

He and McLeay said conversion to housing or office use would have been cost-prohibitive.

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Around 75 businesses in Midtown have received the award, and we continue to seek out worthy candidates. Businesses are selected based on both interior and exterior improvements.

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ince its inception, the Midtown Business Association has honored businesses that have gone the extra mile to improve the appearance of their property.

The award is presented two to four times a year, in the form of a plaque and is done

new building, as in the case of Security National Bank. Of it can be the restoration/ renovation of an existing space, as was the case with a former award winner — Joslyn Castle.

Read more about these projects on the following pages.

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DUNDEE BANK Dundee Bank in the Blackstone District was presented with a 2018 Neighborhood Improvement Award at the March member meeting.

Dundee Bank has opened its newest bank branch in the Blackstone District in a building that was originally built by the National Refining Company in 1930 as a new service station by White Rose Oil Company. During the 1980s, the location was the site of an Italian restaurant that operated for several years. Then in the early 1990s it became home to McFoster’s Natural Kind Café, who closed its doors in 2014. Dundee Bank’s idea was to bring the old building back to life.

Working with The Architectural Offices, the original façade of the building was brought back to resemble the look of the gas station.

The structure mimics the garage doors that were in place on both sides of the main office. Three of the exterior light fixtures were fabricated to match one of the original light fixtures that remains.

The drywall on the interior was taken down to reveal the covered original tile wall, and featured in the lobby is the original quarry tile floor that was cleaned and restored. A modern canopy drive-up window, separate from the main building was added, along with the installation of a new HVAC system.

Congratulations to Dundee Bank for its dedication to maintaining the historic value of this old building and bringing it back to life.

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FILM STREAMS Film Streams is a 501(c)3 nonprofit arts organization dedicated to enhancing the cultural environment of the Omaha-Council Bluffs area through the presentation and discussion of film as an art form. Since July 2007, Film Streams has operated the twoscreen Ruth Sokolof Theater in North Downtown, delivering new American independent movies, documentaries, international films, classics, collaborative screenings, arts education initiatives, filmmaker Q&As and other special programs.

Thanks to a visionary gift from the Sherwood Foundation that placed the 93-year-old Dundee Theater under the care of Film Streams, the organization carried out an extensive renovation of the historic venue to secure its place in Omaha. Restoration efforts included adding a new lobby on the north side and a safer entrance in the back. Another addition was a café owned and operated by Kitchen Table and a new bookstore. The new Dundee maintains its original 300-plus-seat auditorium, but added a 25-seat microcinema. The new Dundee officially reopened on Dec. 1, 2017, and has been operating two venues seven days a week, significantly expanding the number of quality film programs reaching the Omaha area.

For this reason, in May, 2018 the Midtown Business Association was pleased to present a Neighborhood Improvement award to Film Streams at the Dundee Theater. Rachel Jacobsen, executive director, and Casey Logan, deputy director accepted the award.

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FACADE IMPROVEMENT GRANTS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org

Does your building need a little work? Do you want to add some landscaping or put up a new sign for your business?

The Midtown Business Association Facade Improvement Grant Program is available to assist business owners with these kinds of projects.

In an effort to stabilize and restore the historic character of Midtown Omaha, MBA allocates money for grants to businesses for assistance improving the exterior appearance of their property.

Awards are up to $1,000 depending on the project. Midtown business owners or tenants must be willing to contribute to the project.

The business must be located within the MBA boundaries, and the applicant must be a member of MBA for a grant to be approved. The applicant may join the association at the time application is made. Improvements must preserve the distinguishing original qualities or character of the building.

All work performed and all contactors hired are the complete and exclusive responsibility of the applicant.

Applications can be downloaded from the MBA website.

Contact committee chairperson Bob Perrin of J. Robert Perrin Architecture at 402-341-0232 for more information about the grant.

Types of facade improvements that qualify for grant awards: • Exterior painting, brickwork or wood repair • Landscaping improvements, such as adding gardens or planting trees • Improved signage • New windows or restoration of existing windows • Driveway or parking lot repairs and enhancements • Other types of facade improvements also will be considered.

Above, Midtown Business Association Facade Grant Committee members Jeff Abdo and Bob Perrin present a $1,000 check to Lavonne Plambeck of the House of Montessori to help fund the construction of a sun shield pergola in its playground renovation project. The House of Montessori, 400 S. 39th St., provides educational services to children from 6 weeks of age through kindergarten.

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hat began as a sponsorship request is growing into a full-fledged partnership between the Midtown Business Association and the Mercy High School Future Business Leaders of America club.

A summer meeting of the MBA board was attended by representatives from Mercy High School. They included Jim Pogge, former vice president of advancement at the school; Dustin Hahn, outgoing FBLA adviser; Cara Carson, incoming FBLA adviser; and a student.

The group from the school requested funding to help with its registration costs for the State Leadership Conference and for member T-shirts (which would include the MBA logo).

The Mercy team discussed that the collaboration with MBA could result in business tours, guest speakers and job shadowing.

The board agreed to the sponsorship and partnership with the group. “What a great opportunity to support them,” said Paul Swanson, MBA board president. “I think it’s a natural fit.”

There are currently about 30 students who participate in the school’s FBLA club, where students learn teamwork and leadership skills.

“We try to create an opportunity for the girls to see how things actually work in the business world,” said Carson, who is a business teacher in addition to FBLA adviser.

The State Leadership Conference is a chance for the girls to compete against other students in various categories. “There are tests on different business subjects, speech competitions, mock job interviews and computer programming challenges,” to name a few competitions, said Carson.

Winners at the state competition can advance to the national competition. Mercy High School had two students compete at nationals for the 2017-18 school year.

Swanson and the MBA board are hoping that the new partnership can lead to the mentoring of future business leaders who will remain in Omaha area after college and help to continue the MBA mission of making Midtown a thriving community.

On Sept. 4th, members of the MBA were joined by members of Mercy High School’s FBLA club and their advisor at Coldstone Creamery for a networking event.

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New housing has brought and will continue to bring more residents to the Midtown district. Above, new townhomes near 31st and Mason Streets are under construction. At left is a newer apartment building that was completed less than two years ago.

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The iconic Charlie Graham auto body repair shop is moving across from its current location at 40th and Leavenworth Streets. At top, looking north at the intersection, the new building is on the right, with more construction happening at UNMC in the background.

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ADOPT-A-SCHOOL Integrated Learning Program at Saratoga 2504 Meredith Ave. Omaha, NE 68111 402-344-7895 Sandra Bender, program director sandra.bender@ops.org www.ilp.ops.org

ADVERTISING/MARKETING Oxide Design Co. 3916 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-344-0168 Drew Davies, owner/designer odc@oxidedesign.com www.oxidedesign.com

ANTIQUES McMillans Antiques 5002 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-556-2522 Marcia Dwyer, owner mcmilq@aol.com

ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERING AO 4610 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68132 402-551-3400 Joseph F Saniuk, AIA, principal jsaniuk@aoomaha.com Rancy Palandri www.aoomaha.com Ehrhart Griffin & Associates 3552 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-551-0631 Mark Ehrhart, president mehrhart@ehrhartgriffin.com www.ehrhartgriffin.com Holland Basham Architects 119 S. 49th Ave. Omaha, NE 68132 402-551-0800 Tom Zuk, partner tzuk@hba1.com www.hollandbasham.com J. Robert Perrin AIA Architect 1101 S. 36th St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-341-0232 J. Robert Perrin, owner perrinarchitect@gmail

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ATTORNEYS Croker, Huck, Kasher, DeWitt, Anderson & Gonderinger, LLC 2120 S. 72nd St., Suite 1200 Omaha, NE 68124 402-391-6777 Donna Forsberg, administrator information@crokerlaw.com Robert M. Gondering, member www.crokerlaw.com Whelan Law Office 3138 Cuming St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-342-2412 Lawrence G. Whelan, attorney mick@whelanlawoffice.com Jane E. Whelan, paralegal jane@whelanlawoffice.net www.whelanlawoffice.net

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE & BODY SHOPS Central Body Co. Inc. 702 S. 46th Ave. Omaha, NE 68106 402-551-3177 Matthew Sain, president matt@centralbody.com www.centralbody.com Fred’s Friendly Service 2901 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-342-9519 Ron Wackerhagen, co-owner Great Plains Auto Body Company-Charlie Graham 4206 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-551-6000 Larkin Gassman, marketing larkin@greatplainsautobody.com www.greatplainsautobody.com

Meineke Car Care Center 3322 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-342-6220 Charles Olson, president charley@meineke.omhcoxmail.com Mike Clark, manager www.meineke.com Ted’s Service Inc. 4525 Center St. Omaha, NE 68106 Steve Bertagni, owner slccmavs@cox.net

BANKING Bank of the West 1921 Harney St Omaha, NE 68102 402-918-5252 Richard Callahan, senior relationship banker Richard.Callahan@bankofthewest.com www.bankofthewest.com Creighton Federal Credit Union 2575 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-341-2121 Tom Kjar, president tkjar@creightonfederal.org www.creightonfederal.org Dundee Bank 5015 Underwood Ave. Omaha, NE 68132 402-504-4000 Jeff Royal, president hello@dundeebank.com Emily Haubenschild, client relations ehaubenschild@dundeebanking.com www.dundeebanking.com Dundee Bank 302 S. 38th St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-932-7755 Jeff Royal, president jroyal@dundeebanking.com www.dundeebanking.com Metro Credit Union 14509 F St. Omaha, NE 68137 402-552-7190 Dustin West, business development manager dustin.west@metrofcu.org www.metrofcu.org

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CATEGORICAL LISTINGS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org Mutual of Omaha Bank 3333 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-351-4526 Forrest Newburg, vice president forrest.newburg@mutualofomahabank.com Chad Tettenborn, assistant vice president www.mutualofomahabank.com Premier Bank 4318 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-297-6489 Kalee Corcoran, mortgage lender kcorcoran@premierbankne.com www.premierbankne.com PrimeLending 15606 Elm St., Suite 102 Omaha, NE 68130 402-813-4072 Nancy Thompson, mortgage loan officer nthompson@primelending.com www.primelending.com/Omaha

Security National Bank 3500 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-449-0945 James E. Landen, CEO C. L. Landen, president Bonnie Jacobs, assistant vice president bjacobs@snbomaha.com www.snbconnect.com Security National Bank 5202 Center St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-344-7300 Valerie Smedlund, FVP/branch manager vsmedlund@snbomaha.com www.snbconnect.com

BARS & TAVERNS Aldermans Bar 3216 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-341-5190 Mark McClelland, owner aldermans1937@gmail.com

Beertopia 3570 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-905-2603 Bill Baburek, owner beertopia@beercornerusa.com www.beercornerusa.com/beertopia Bud Olson’s Tavern 3207 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-341-5180 Tom Olson, owner Down Under Lounge 3530 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-933-3927 John Nosal, Owner BgDg426@hotmail.com Beth Nosal, organizer & coordinator www.thedownunderomaha.com

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CATEGORICAL LISTINGS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org Huber Haus 3578 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-345-1708 Bill Baburek, owner huberhaus@beercornerusa.com Leavenworth Bar 4556 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-551-4850 Kirk Anderson, president leavenworthbar@msn.com Scriptown Brewing Company 3924 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-991-0506 John R. Fahrer, president scriptown@gmail.com Scott Stephens, co-owner www.scriptownbrewing.com

Sullivan’s Bar 3929 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-933-7004 Dan Houlihan, owner d.houlihan@cox.net www.sullivansbar.com

First Presbyterian Church 216 S. 34th St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-345-5383 Joyce Prohaska, marketing chairman jcprohaska@earthlink.net Lois Feddersen, asst. marketing chairman www.fpcomaha.org

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Donna’s Little Darlings Childcare Inc. 1025 S. Saddle Creek Road Omaha, NE 68106 402-558-7050 Donna L. Collins, owner/director donnachild.omhcoxmail.com www.donnaslittledarlings.com

CHURCHES First Central Congregational Church 421 S. 36th St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-345-1533 Rev. Dr. Scott Jones, senior minister Sara Sharpe, office manager sara@firstcentral.org www.firstcentral.org

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CONSTRUCTION Johnson Deconstruct 1144 N. 11th St. Omaha, NE 68102 402-915-0004 Jack Henry info@jdeconstruct.com www.jdeconstruct.com T. Hurt Construction 4978 F St. Omaha, NE 68117 402-510-9585 Andy Hearn, owner andy@thurtconstruction.com Sara Lorenz, manager www.thurtconstruction.com

CONTRACTORS/DEVELOPERS GreenSlate Management 144 S. 39th St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-991-1800 Spencer Lombard, president billing@greenslateomaha.com Clay Vanderheinen, vice president of finance www.greenslatedevelopment.com Oldenhuis Contracting Inc. 4501 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-573-8125 Chris Oldenhuis, owner info@oldenhuiscontracting.com Lynn Oldenhuis, CEO www.oldenhuiscontracting.com

Urban Village Development 4880 S. 131st St., Suite 2 Omaha, NE 68137 402-889-2502 Scott Semrad, owner midtowninvoices@live.com Jerry Reimer, owner www.uvomaha.com

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Clarkson College 101 S. 42nd St. Omaha, NE 68138 402-582-2944 Jon Clay, academic outreach liaison clayjon@clarksoncollege.edu www.clarksoncollege.edu

Transduction Technologies 5005 Chicago St. Omaha, NE 68132 402-213-3788 David Holtzclaw, president dholtzclaw@transductiontechnologies.com www.transductiontechnologies.com

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & School 5071 Center St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-553-6760 Joel Lauber, principal school@gsomaha.com www.gsomaha.com

TSP - Architecture, Engineering, Planning 3906 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-493-8997 Dan Johnson johnsondp@teamtsp.com Dwayne Meyer Sr. meyerd@teamtsp.com www.teamtsp.com

Mercy High School 1501 S. 48th St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-553-9424 Sister Delores Hannon, RSM, president hannond@mercyhigh.org Cara Carson, FBLA advisor carsonc@mercyhigh.org www.mercyhigh.org Metropolitan Community College P.O. Box 3777 Omaha, NE 68103 531-622-2714 Pat Boyde marketing@mccneb.edu www.mccneb.edu Mid-America Montessori Teacher Training Institute 12344 Pacific St. Omaha, NE 68154 402-880-9411 LaVonne Plambeck, owner lavonne@omahamidamerica.com www.montessoriaccredited.com

ENTERTAINMENT Film Streams-Dundee Theater 4952 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68132 402-933-0259 Casey Logan, deputy director casey@filmstreams.org www.filmstreams.org Film Streams-Ruth Sokolof Theater 1340 Mike Fahey St. Omaha, NE 68102 402-933-0259 Casey Logan, deputy director info@filmstreams.org www.filmstreams.org

FINANCIAL SERVICES Callahan Financial Planning Company 3157 Farnam St., Ste 7111 Omaha, NE 68131 402-341-2000 William Callahan, CFA, CFP, chief investment officer william@callahanplanning.com Reuben Brauer, CFJP, senior financial planner www.callahanplanning.com

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CATEGORICAL LISTINGS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org CFO Omaha Inc. 10109 S. 176th St. Omaha, NE 68136 402-502-2255 Dale Marples, president dale@cfoomaha.com www.cfoomaha.com

FINANCIAL SERVICES & INVESTMENTS Edward Jones-Chris Kilroy 5139 Leavenworh St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-558-2111 Chris Kilroy, financial adviser chris.kilroy@edwardjones.com www.edwardjones.com

FOOD & BEVERAGE 3rd Base Bar and Grill 800 N. 8th St Council Bluffs, IA 51503 712-322-6804 Marcus Woodworth fire-and-knives@hotmail.com

Barrett’s Barleycorn 4322 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-554-5805 Karen Barrett, president Castlebarrett@gmail.com www.barrettsomaha.com

Cantina Laredo 120 S. 31st Ave., Suite 5107 Omaha, NE 68131 402-345-6000 Mike Bodenner, general manager Omaha@cantinalaredo.com www.cantinalaredo.com

Black Oak Grill 220 S. 31st Ave. Omaha, NE 68131 402-341-0622 Mike Cizek, general manager omaha@blackoakgrill.com www.blackoakgrill.com

China Palace 661 N. 46th St. Omaha, NE 68132 402-556-8819 Steve Zhang jian05071970@hotmail.com

California Tacos 3235 California St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-342-0212 Brad Bogard, owner bradbogard@me.com www.californiatacosandmore.com

Cold Stone Creamery 3220 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-359-1719 Shawn Williams, owner william888@cox.net Stacie Van Cleave, general manager www.coldstonecreamery.com

FARNAM HOUSE BREWING COMPANY

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CATEGORICAL LISTINGS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org Coneflower Creamery 3921 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-913-2399 Brian Langbehn, owner brian@coneflowercreamery.com www.coneflowercreamery.com

Hog Wild Pit BBQ 346 N. Saddle Creek Road Omaha, NE 68131 402-933-4311 K Jarvis kjjarvis2007@gmail.com www.gohogwild.com

Stirnella Bar & Kitchen 3814 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-932-0444 Matt Carper mcarper@stirnella.com www.stirnella.com

Crescent Moon Ale House 3578 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-345-1708 Bill Baburek, owner bill.b@beercornerusa.com www.BeerCornerUSA.com

J.COCO 5203 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-884-2626 Jennifer Coco info@cocoomaha.com www.jcocoomaha.com

The Greek Island Restaurant 3821 Center St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-346-1528 Bill Sgourakis, president George Sgourakis, vice president yianni@greekislandsomaha.com www.greekislandsomaha.com

Della Costa 220 S. 31st St., No. 3103 Omaha, NE 68131 402-614-5100 Lindey Pratt, event coordinator lindey@dellacostaomaha.com www.dellacostaomaha.com

La Casa Pizzaria Inc. 4432 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-556-6464 Nicole Jesse, general manager nicole@lacasapizzaria.net Joel Hahn, Vice-President joel@lacasapizzaria.net www.lacasapizzaria.net

The Grey Plume 220 S. 31st Ave., Suite 3101 Omaha, NE 68131 402-763-4447 Clayton Chapman, chef/owner info@thegreyplume.com www.thegreyplume.com

Mama’s Pizza 715 N. Saddle Creek Road Omaha, NE 68132 402-553-9270 Jeff Harwood, owner mamaspizzanebraska@gmail.com www.mamaspizzaomaha.com

Connect Gallery & Studios 3901 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-991-8234 Jean & Tom Sitzman, owners sitzman@connectgallery.net www.connectgallery.net

Farnam House Brewing Company 3558 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-401-6086 Tony Thomas, brewer Christa Thomas, treasurer christa.thomas@farnamhousebrewing.com www.farnamhousebrewing.com Feta’s Gyros and Catering 119 S. 40th St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-558-5623 Nick Poulos, owner Poulos4@cox.net www.fetasgyros.com Gerdas German Restaurant & Bakery 5180 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-553-6774 Kim Reefe, owner gerdasgermanrestaurant@gmail.com www.gerdasgermanrestaurant.com Gorat’s Steak House 4917 Center St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-551-3733 Gene Dunn, owner gorats@hotmail.com www.goratsomaha.com

Nite Owl 3902 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-991-6767 Noah Mock, owner noah@niteowlomaha.com www.niteowlomaha.com Panera Bread 344 N. Saddle Creek Road Omaha, NE 68131 402-505-3500 Geoffrey Miles cafe1211@panerabread.com www.panera.com Sam & Louie’s Italian Restaurant & Caterer 20507 Nicholas Circle Elkhorn, NE 68022 402-926-6444 Leah Parodi leah@samandlouiesnyp.com www.samandlouies.com

GALLERY

GROCERY Wohlner’s Midtown Grocery & Deli 3253 Dodge St., Suite 1101 Omaha, NE 68131 402-551-6875 Mike Schwartz, president mike@wohlners.com www.wohlners.com

HEALTH SERVICES Midtown Dental 3801 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-556-9117 Jeff J Siegert, DDS, owner midtowndentalomaha@gmail.com Tyler J Siegert, DDS, owner www.midtowndentalomaha.com

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CATEGORICAL LISTINGS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org Midwest Eye Care PC 4353 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-552-2020 Jay Slagle, CEO answers@midwesteyecare.com Colleen Nagle, COO www.midwesteyecare.com

University of Nebraska Medical Center 985230 Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE 68198 402-559-7377 Karen Burbach, sr. associate director kburbach@unmc.edu www.unmc.edu

Nebraska Medicine Clarkson Tower/University Tower 987502 Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE 68198 402-552-3532 Jennifer Bartholomew, director of planning and construction jbartholomew@nebraskamed.com www.nebraskamed.com

Ambius 10421 Portal Rd, Suite 101 La Vista, NE 68128 402-346-4200 Tiffany Falconer, sales representative tiffany.falconer@ambius.com www.ambius.com

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Professional Audiology & Hearing Center Inc. 4509 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-558-0440 Roger McGargill, audiologist proar@radiks.net Ann Rinker, office manager www.proaudiology.com The Dentists at Dundee 119 N. 51st St., No. 400 Omaha, NE 68132 402-502-5593 J.R. Denman, DDS, owner info@thedentistsomaha.com Jennifer Ashier, practice administrator www.thedentistsomaha.com

Midtown Remodeling, LLC 4180 Wakeley St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-813-6541 Steve Murphy, owner steve.murphy@midtownremodeling.com www.midtownremodeling.com

HOUSING OEA Apartments 122 S. 39th St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-558-6449 Verla Hamilton, president verlahamilton@cox.net Ken Mahaffey, board member Pat Lundahl, secretary

INSURANCE Mass Mutual 3512 Dodge St., Suite 205 Omaha, NE 68131 402-739-7521 Richard Pfauntsch richardpfauntsch@yahoo.com www.massmutual.com Mutual Of Omaha Companies 3300 Mutual of Omaha Plaza Omaha, NE 68175 402-351-6607 Leah Jipp, CRE project manager leah.jipp@mutualofomaha.com Craig Carlson, manager corporate real estate www.mutualofomaha.com New York Life One Valmont Plaza, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68154 402-496-6409 Marla J. Norton, financial services professional mjnorton@ft.newyorklife.com www.newyorklife.com State Farm Insurance & Financial Services 4910 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68132 402-553-0518 Matt Daugherty, agent matt.daugherty.nktd@statefarm.com www.mattdougherty.org

LAWN & GARDEN Forest Green Lawn & Landscaping, LLC 1006 Saddle Creek Road Omaha, NE 68106 402-556-0595 Chris Kozol, owner chris@forestgreenlawncare.com www.forestgreenlawncare.com

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CATEGORICAL LISTINGS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org Sun Valley Landscaping 5601 Harrison St. Omaha, NE 68157 402-932-5704 Ashly Neneman, general manager ashly@sunvalleyomaha.com Paul Fraynd, CEO and Partner www.sunvalleyomaha.com Whelans, LLC 3138 Cuming St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-650-9894 Sean Whelan, owner whelanbrothersllc@gmail.com Jon Whelan, owner Eric Whelan, owner www.whelanbrothersllc.com

LIGHTING

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Superior Lighting 2121 S. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68108 402-547-1636 Gerald Taucreti jtaucreti@superiorlight.com www.superiorlight.com

Midlands Business Journal 1324 S. 119th St. Omaha, NE 68144 402-330-1760 Tiffany Braz, editor & VP of news editor@mbj.com www.mbj.com

LODGING Element Omaha Midtown Crossing 3253 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-884-3306 Kayla Jones, director of sales kayla.jones@elementomaha.com Amanda Sampino, general manager Amanda.Sampino@elementomaha.com www.elementomahamidtowncrossing.com

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Midtown Monitor 131 N. 31st Ave. Omaha, NE 68131 402-714-1016 Ellen Shurson midtownmonitor.omaha@gmail.com www.midtownmonitor.com Omaha World-Herald 1314 Douglas St, Suite 600 Omaha, NE 68102 402-444-1248 Paul Swanson, special projects manager paul.swanson@owh.com Tanya May, account executive www.omaha.com

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CATEGORICAL LISTINGS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org Shurson Publishing 131 N. 31st Ave. Omaha, NE 68131 402-714-1016 Ellen Shurson, owner ellenshurson@gmail.com www.shursonpublishing.com

NONPROFIT SERVICES Assistance League of Omaha 3569 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-342-4288 Jill Floth, president alo@alo.omhcoxmail.com LaVonne Lee, VP marketing communications www.alomaha.org Child Saving Institute 4545 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68132 402-553-6000 Peg Harriott, CEO and president pharriott@childsaving.org Anna Wiley, event coordinator www.childsaving.org

Community Alliance 4001 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-341-5128 Carole Boye, president cboye@commall.org www.community.alliance.org

Help Adult Services 1941 S. 42nd St., Suite 200 Omaha, NE 68105 402-341-6559 x 105 Becky Snedeker, executive director becky@helpadultservices.net www.Helpadultservices.org

Completely Kids 2566 St. Mary’s Ave. Omaha, NE 68105 402-397-5809 Penny Parker, executive director ppa-ker@completelykids.org Amy Trenclone, director of development atrencloe@completelykids.org www.completelykids.org

Joslyn Castle Trust 3902 Davenport St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-595-2199 Sidney Gnann, executive director Kelli Bello, communication coordinator www.joslyncastle.com

Habitat Restore 1701 N. 24th St. Omaha, NE 68110 402-306-6578 Michele Shearer, gifts in kind manager mshearer@habitatomaha.org www.habitatomaha.org

Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska 1941 S. 42nd St., Suite 402 Omaha, NE 68105 402-978-5646 Kathy O’Hara Brehm, PR director koharabrehm@lfsneb.org www.lfsneb.org

Explore Open your world by visiting your neighborhood branch or omahalibrary.org.

A.V. Sorensen Branch 4808 Cass St. | 402.444.5274

Willa Cather Branch 1905 S. 44th St. | 402.444.4851

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PHARMACY/MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Midtown Neighborhood Alliance P.O. Box 31191 Omaha, NE 68131 402-213-6474 Diana Failla DianaFailla@cox.net Judy Alderman, board-past president jalderman@cox.net www.midtownomaha.org Omaha Community Foundation 3555 Farnam St., Floor 9 Omaha, NE 68131 402-342-3458 Russell Johnston info@omahafoundation.org Melisa Sunde, CFO Sara Boyd, president and CEO www.omahafoundation.org Ronald McDonald House Charities in Omaha 620 S. 38th Ave. Omaha, NE 68105 402-346-9377 Lindsay Rai Reasner, executive director Tina Moulton, director of operations tmoulton@RMHComaha.org www.rmhomaha.org Yesterday’s Best Thrift Shop 3569 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-342-3113 Linda Roeder, chairman alo@alo.omhcoxmail.org www.aloomaha.org

OFFICE EQUIPMENT All Makes Office Equipment Co. 2558 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-341-2413 Kaitlin Breitag, director of marketing kaitlinb@allmakes.com www.allmakes.com

PEST CONTROL Presto-X, LLC 10421 Portal Road, Suite 101 La Vista, NE 68128 402-551-0524 Matt Urbanec, district manager mattu@prestox.com Brent Jensen, sales representative www.prestox.com

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POLITICAL & MUNICIPAL SERVICES

Elmwood Pharmacy 808 S. 52nd St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-551-5200 Jeff Kilborn Elmwoodrx@gmail.com www.elmwoodpharmacy.com

Chris Jerram Omaha City Council 1819 Farnam St., LC Level Omaha, NE 68183 402-444-5525 chris.jerram@ci.omaha.ne.us www.cityofomaha.org

Kohll’s Pharmacy & Homecare 5000 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68132 402-553-8900 David Kohll, president dkohll@kohlls.com www.kohlls.com

Douglas County Attorney Hall of Justice - Room 100, 17th and Farnam Streets Omaha, NE 68183 402-444-7040 Donald Kleine, county attorney www.douglascounty-ne.gov/countyattorney/

Kohll’s Pharmacy & Homecare 2923 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-342-6547 David Kohll, president dkohll@kohlls.com www.kohlls.com

Douglas County Treasurer 1819 Farnam St., H-02 Omaha, NE 68183 402-444-7103 John Ewing, treasurer johnewing@douglascountyne.gov www.dctreasurer.org/

Kohll’s Pharmacy & Homecare 12759 Q St. Omaha, NE 68137 402-895-6812 David Kohll, president dkohll@kohlls.com www.kohlls.com

Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce 1301 Harney St. Omaha, NE 68102 402-346-5000 David Brown, president and CEO info@omahachamber.org Bridget Lynch, sr. director membership services www.omahachamber.org

Kubat Pharmacy Inc. 4924 Center St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-558-8888 Mike Kubat, president/owner msvehl@kubatpharmacy.com Meg Svehla, marketing www.kubatpharmacy.com Kubat Pharmacy Inc. 2401 N St. Omaha, NE 68107 402-731-4333 Mike Kubat, president/owner Meg Svehla, marketing msvehl@kubatpharmacy.com www.kubatpharmacy.com

Norita Matt 8703 Hamilton St Omaha, NE 68114 402-214-0534 norita.ann.matt@gmail.com Omaha Fire Department 1516 Jackson St. Omaha, NE 68102 402-444-5702 Dan Olsen, chief www.cityofomaha.org Omaha Mayor 1819 Farnam St., Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68102 402-444-5000 Jean Stothert, mayor Joel A. Cota, community outreach coordinator joel.cota@cityofomaha.org www.cityofomaha.org/mayor

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CATEGORICAL LISTINGS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org Omaha Police Department 505 S. 15th St. Omaha, NE 68102 402-444-5667 Todd Schmaderer, chief Tschmaderer@ci.omaha.ne.us Louise Clayton, executive secretary www.cityofomaha.org Omaha Police Department-Business Watch 505 S. 15th St. Omaha, NE 68102 402-444-6518 businesswatch@ci.omaha.ne.us www.cityofomaha.org Omaha Public Library-A.V. Sorensen Branch 4808 Cass St. Omaha, NE 68132 402-444-5274 Deidra Routt, branch manager droutt@omhalibrary.org Taylor Bagan, library specialist www.omahapubliclibrary.org Pete Festersen 1819 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68183 402-444-5527 pete.festersen@ci.omaha.ne.us www.cityofomaha.org

PRINTING & PUBLISHING OH-K Fast Print Inc. 1207 S. 13th St. Omaha, NE 68108 402-558-2233 Jim Skradski, president info@oh-kfastprint.net www.ohkfastprint.net

RADIO Walnut Radio, LC, Boomer Radio 104.1 FM/1490 AM 3154 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-669-0041, Station 402-553-1490 Sandy Spader, account executive connect4younow@gmail.com Bradley Hughes, general manager www.radiobrad@gmail.com

REALTORS & REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT Allied Realty Inc. 6415 Glenwood Road Omaha, NE 68132 402-490-6366 Val McPherson, vice president valmcpherson@cox.net Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate, The Good Life Group 4908 Underwood Ave. Omaha, NE 68132 402-932-5989 Tom Simmons, broker tom.simmons@betteromaha.com www.goldcoastrealestateomaha.com Bluestone Property Management, LLC 501 Park Ave. Omaha, NE 68105 402-990-9662 Christian Christensen, president geekycool@bluestonedev.com www.bluestonedev.com Di Bar Enterprises, LLC 16632 Frances St. Omaha, NE 68154 402-990-3926 David A. Bartholet, principal dave@rentfromdibar.com www.rentfromdibar.com Hilltop Offices, DKV Investments 708 S. 101st Ave. La Vista, NE 68128 402-690-5252 Deborah Boganowski, owner Debbie.Boganowski@cbshome.com Investors Realty 11301 Davenport St. Omaha, NE 68154 402-630-9919 John Heine, associate broker jheine@investorsomaha.com Jerry Huber jhuber@investorsomaha.com www.investorsomaha.com NP Dodge 3552 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-731-5008 Mike Story, sales manager mstory@npdodge.com www.npdodge.com

Plaza Building Co. 3555 Farnam St., Suite 107 Omaha, NE 68131 402-536-3650 Dale Ludwick, building manager dale.ludwick@kiewit.com R.D. Barr Company 11427 Arbor St. Omaha, NE 68144 402-333-6431 Laura L. Barr, president laura@rdbarr.com www.apartmentsomahane.com

RENTAL Mid-Town Rentals 125-127 S. 38th St. Omaha, NE 68132 402-981-5446 Dorothy (Dottie) Howell dbruck54@gmail.com R. Joshua Bruckner, manager Rental Properties, LLC 7914 West Dodge Road, No. 323 Omaha, NE 68114 402-981-4175 Brent Eriksen rentalpropertiesll@gmail.com United Rent-All 811 So 48 St Omaha, NE 68106 402-556-1600 Bart Brown email@unitedrent-all-omaha.com Dean Brown www.unitedrent-all-omaha.com

RETAIL Ideal Hardware & Paint Center 3909 Cuming St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-558-4421 Dale Wall, owner dalew@ideal.omhcoxmail.com www.idealhardwarepaint.com Midtown Military 4312 Leavenworth St., Omaha, NE 68105 402-559-0192 Tracie Walch, proprietor/owner tracie@midtownmilitary.com www.midtownmilitary.com

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CATEGORICAL LISTINGS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org Pulp Paperie & Gifts 3904 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-905-2466 Erin Luang, owner pulpboutique@gmail.com www.pulpboutiqueomaha.com

J.D. Transition Services Inc. 1001 S. 35th Ave. Omaha, NE 68105 402-672-0603 Jim Thompson, owner jdthompson1001@gmail.com

Rosie Jane 5018 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-991-8800 Amy Sporrer, owner www.rosiejaneomaha.com

Jorgensen Awnings Inc. 3305 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-345-7224 Nicki Gassen, vice president nicki@jorgensenawnings.com www.jorgensenawnings.com

Voila! Blooms & Décor 4922 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68132 402-991-1970 Ann Etienne, proprietor ann@voilaflowers.com www.voilaflowers.com

Katelman Restoration 2767 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-551-4388 Rick Katelman rskatelman@outlook.com www.katelmanantiques.com

SERVICES B G Peterson Company 2966 Harney St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-344-4311 Deb Peterson, CFO deb@bgpeterson.com www.bgpeterson.com Black Squirrel Tattoo 4961 Center St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-885-8282 Mel Judkins-Thomson, owner mel@blacksquirreltattoo.com Patrick Neweman, manager www.blacksquirreltattoo.com Dundee Barber 103 N. 50th St. Omaha, NE 68132 402-553-9707 Tyler Ray, president thedundeebarber@gmail.com Heather Ray, vice president www.dundeebarber.com Fashion Cleaners 5007 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-932-0333 Kermit Engh, president Dana Thiessen Jodie.garrison@fashioncleaners.com www.fashioncleaners.com

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Keymasters 3422 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 402-346-7108 Tim Poloncic, president info@keymasters402.com Eric Hanson, vice president www.keymasterslocksmith.com Koley’s Inc. 2951 Harney St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-341-9795 Tom Koley, president sales@koleys.com www.koleys.com Monkson-Web Design and Video 1503 S. 55th St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-681-9431 Bruce Nelson bruce@monkson.com www.monkson.com Omaha Lace Laundry 5007 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-932-0333 Kermit Engh, owner Jodie Garrison, office manager/billing Jodie.garrison@fashioncleaners.com www.fashioncleaners.com

Omaha Stage Equipment 3873 Leavenworth St Omaha, NE 68105 402-345-4427 Abby Janssan, partner abby@ose.omhcoxmail.com Patrick Johnson, partner www.omahastageequipment.com Optimized Systems, LLC 120 S. 31st Ave., Suite 5101 Omaha, NE 68131 402-981-6552 Rick Kmiecik, president rick@optimized-systems.com www.optimized-systems.com Palm Beach Tan 4202 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-932-1565 Heather Almond, vice president heathera@ashleylynns.com www.palmbeachtan.com Paula Presents!

1301 S. 35th Ave. Omaha, NE 68105 402-346-3950 Paula Steenson, owner ppresents@aol.com Tom Steenson, vice president Project Advocates, LLC 120 S. 31st Ave., Suite 5101 Omaha, NE 68131 402-578-7216 Rob Zimmerman/John Taylor, VP/pres Matt Herzog, project advocate matt@project-advocates.com www.project-advocates.com Roger Humphries Photographty P.O. Box 3002 Omaha, NE 68103 402-880-0294 Roger Humphries rhphoto@cox.net RogerHumphriesphotography.com Russell Speeder’s Car Wash 404 S. Saddle Creek Road Omaha, NE 68131 402-290-4973 Pete Zekauskas, owner pzekauskas@cox.net www.russellspeeders.com

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SOFTWARE

The Frame Service 3564 Farnam St. Omaha, NE 68131 402-346-6130 Rebecca Boylan, owner rebecca@boylan.com www.theframeserviceomaha.com

Serafino Software 4137 N. 79th St. Omaha, NE 68134 402-431-2636 Isaac Serafino, owner isaac.serafino@serafinosoftware.com

Ty’s Outdoor Power & Service (Omaha & Gretna) 4524 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68106 402-556-1610 Larry Almgren, treasurer kim@tyspower.com www.tysoutdoorpower.com

VETERINARY

WINDOWS and DOORS AA Windows ‘N’ Doors Inc. 2502 N. 84th St. Omaha, NE 68134 402-734-2076 Tom Rhodes, president Tom@aawindowsndoors.com www.aawindowsndoors.com

VCA Animal Medical Center of Omaha 2323 S. 64th Ave. Omaha, NE 68106 402-558-1522 Todd Porter, hospital manager todd.porter@vca.com www.vcahospitals.com

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MIDTOWN JUST KEEPS GETTING BETTER www.midtownbusinessassociation.org

The Blackstone district has been rejuvenated in recent years. New restaurants and housing have made the blocks in the area lively.

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ALPHABETICAL LISTINGS www.midtownbusinessassociation.org 3rd Base Bar and Grill.....................................................................42 AA Windows ‘N’ Doors Inc...............................................................51 Aldermans Bar................................................................................39 All Makes Office Equipment Co........................................................48 Allied Realty Inc..............................................................................49 Ambius...........................................................................................44 AO.................................................................................................38 Assistance League Of Omaha..........................................................47 B G Peterson Company...................................................................50 Bank of the West............................................................................38 Barrett’s Barleycorn........................................................................42 Beertopia.......................................................................................39 Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate, The Good Life Group..............49 Black Oak Grill................................................................................42 Black Squirrel Tattoo.......................................................................50 Bluestone Property Management, LLC.............................................49 Bud Olson’s Tavern.........................................................................39 Business Furniture Cleaning............................................................41 California Tacos..............................................................................42 Callahan Financial Planning Company..............................................41 Cantina Laredo...............................................................................42 Central Body Co. Inc.......................................................................38 CFO Omaha Inc...............................................................................42 Child Saving Institute......................................................................47 China Palace..................................................................................42 Chris Jerram...................................................................................48 Clarkson College.............................................................................41 Cold Stone Creamery......................................................................42 Community Alliance........................................................................47 Completely Kids............................................................................. 47 Computer Cleaning Services............................................................41 Coneflower Creamery......................................................................43 Connect Gallery & Studios..............................................................43 Creighton Federal Credit Union........................................................38 Crescent Moon Ale House...............................................................43 Crocker, Huck, Kasher, Dewitt, Anderson & Gonderinger, LLC.............38 Della Costa....................................................................................43 Di Bar Enterprises, LLC...................................................................49 Donna’s Little Darlings Childcare Inc................................................40 Douglas County Attorney.................................................................48 Douglas County Treasurer................................................................48 Down Under Lounge........................................................................39 Dundee Bank..................................................................................38 Dundee Barber...............................................................................50 Edward Jones-Chris Kilroy................................................................42 Ehrhart Griffin & Associates............................................................38 Element Omaha Midtown Crossing..................................................46 Elmwood Pharmacy.........................................................................48

Farnam House Brewing Company.....................................................43 Fashion Cleaners............................................................................50 Feta’s Gyros and Catering................................................................43 Film Streams - Dundee Theater.......................................................41 Film Streams - Ruth Sokolof Theater................................................41 First Central Congregational Church.................................................40 First Presbyterian Church................................................................40 Forest Green Lawn & Landscaping, LLC...........................................44 Fred’s Friendly Service.....................................................................38 Gerda’s German Restaurant & Bakery..............................................43 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & School.......................................41 Gorat’s Steak House.......................................................................43 Great Plains Auto Body Company - Charlie Graham...........................38 Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce............................................48 GreenSlate Management................................................................41 Habitat Restore..............................................................................47 Help Adult Services.........................................................................47 Hilltop Offices, DKV Investments......................................................49 Hog Wild Pit BBQ............................................................................43 Holland Basham Architects.............................................................38 Huber Haus....................................................................................40 Ideal Hardware & Paint Center.........................................................49 Integrated Learning Program at Saratoga.........................................38 Investors Realty..............................................................................49 J. D. Transition Services Inc.............................................................50 J. Robert Perrin AIA Architect...........................................................38 J.coco............................................................................................43 Johnson Deconstruct......................................................................41 Jorgensen Awnings Inc....................................................................50 Joslyn Castle Trust..........................................................................47 Katelman Restoration.....................................................................50 Keymasters....................................................................................50 Kohll’s Pharmacy & Homecare.........................................................48 Koleys Inc.......................................................................................50 Kubat Pharmacy Inc........................................................................48 La Casa Pizzaria Inc........................................................................43 Leavenworth Bar.............................................................................40 Lighting Specialists Inc...................................................................41 Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska..............................................47 Mama’s Pizza.................................................................................43 Mass Mutual..................................................................................44 McMillan’s Antiques........................................................................38 Meineke Car Care Center................................................................38 Mercy High School..........................................................................41 Metro Credit Union..........................................................................38 Metropolitan Community College.....................................................41 Mid-America Montessori Teacher Training Institute............................41 Midlands Business Journal..............................................................46

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Midtown Dental..............................................................................43 Midtown Military.............................................................................49 Midtown Monitor.............................................................................46 Midtown Neighborhood Alliance.......................................................48 Midtown Remodeling, LLC...............................................................44 Mid-Town Rentals............................................................................49 Midwest Eye Care, PC.....................................................................44 Monkson - Web Design and Video....................................................50 Mutual of Omaha Bank...................................................................39 Mutual of Omaha Companies..........................................................44 Nebraska Medicine.........................................................................44 New York Life..................................................................................44 Nite Owl.........................................................................................43 Norita Matt.....................................................................................48 NP Dodge.......................................................................................49 OEA Apartments.............................................................................44 OH-K Fast Print Inc..........................................................................49 Oldenhuis Contracting Inc................................................................41 Omaha Community Foundation........................................................48 Omaha Fire Department..................................................................48 Omaha Lace Laundry......................................................................50 Omaha Mayor.................................................................................48 Omaha Police Department..............................................................49 Omaha Police Department-Business Watch......................................49 Omaha Public Library-A.V. Sorensen Branch......................................49 Omaha Stage Equipment................................................................50 Omaha World-Herald.......................................................................46 Optimized Systems, LLC..................................................................50 Oxide Design Co.............................................................................38 Palm Beach Tan..............................................................................50 Panera Bread..................................................................................43 Paula Presents!..............................................................................50 Pete Festersen...............................................................................49 Plaza Building Co............................................................................49 Premier Bank..................................................................................29 Presto-X, LLC..................................................................................48 PrimeLending.................................................................................39 Professional Audiology & Hearing Center Inc....................................44 Project Advocates, LLC....................................................................50 Pulp Paperie & Gifts........................................................................50 R.D. Barr Company.........................................................................49 Rental Properties, LLC....................................................................49 Roger Humphries Photographty........................................................50 Ronald McDonald House Charities in Omaha...................................48 Rosie Jane.....................................................................................50 Russell Speeder’s Car Wash............................................................50 St. Cecilia Cathedral.......................................................................40 Sam & Louie’s Italian Restaurant & Caterer.....................................43

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Scriptown Brewing Company............................................................40 Security National Bank....................................................................39 Serafino Software...........................................................................51 Shurson Publishing.........................................................................47 Slate Architecture Inc......................................................................38 State Farm Insurance & Financial Services.......................................44 Stirnella Bar & Kitchen....................................................................43 Sullivan’s Bar..................................................................................40 Sun Valley Landscaping...................................................................46 Superior Lighting.............................................................................46 T. Hurt Construction........................................................................41 Ted’s Service Inc.............................................................................38 The Dentists at Dundee..................................................................44 The Frame Service..........................................................................51 The Greek Island Restaurant...........................................................43 The Grey Plume..............................................................................43 Transduction Technologies...............................................................41 TSP - Architecture, Engineering, Planning..........................................41 Ty’s Outdoor Power & Service (Omaha & Gretna)...............................51 United Rent-All................................................................................49 University of Nebraska Medical Center.............................................44 Urban Village Development.............................................................41 VCA Animal Medical Center of Omaha..............................................51 Voila! Blooms & Décor....................................................................50 Walnut Radio, LC, Boomer Radio 104.1 FM/1490 AM......................49 Whelan Law Office..........................................................................38 Whelans, LLC.................................................................................46 Wohlner’s Midtown Grocery & Deli...................................................43 Yesterday’s Best Thrift Shop............................................................48

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