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This is writing from local Omahans. It’s what they’re passionate about, and passion can be pretty infectious. We don’t want to get anyone sick here, but if you read a little, you might catch the bug, too. This is writing that will get off the couch and lead you on a Nebraska day trip. It will steer you away from fast food toward cheap, tasty, locally grown alternatives. From helping you to decide what movie to see on a Saturday night downtown, to helping you find a job on a Monday in midtown, this is Omaha: the stories, the people, the place.

Join the conversation with your comments. Or catch the bug and contact us about writing your own articles.

Regular Columns
According to Right Brain According to Right Brain

Ann Troe is a local graphic designer and illustrator. Each month she will draw you into her world with light humor and a little 'food for thought'. Her focus is to share what is going on in her life and connect with you! This isn't just a one way street. Leave your comments, suggestions, and stories to share with Ann. Two (three, four...) heads are better than one!
Art from the Heart Art from the Heart

Each month, writer Christa Hillmer will bring you the latest in Omaha's arts and culture scene. Her column will feature local art and artists, as well as upcoming arts opportunities for the public. Have a suggestion for something Christa should cover? Write to her here.
Bookworm with a View Bookworm with a View

Mari Partyka is an avid bibliophile and accidental blogger. While managing an Omaha book club, she wrote a master lists of her favorite reads. Her annotations proved popular, and a blogger was born. Each month she will write about books, authors, and the literary community in Omaha. Her focus is to help fellow readers find thought (and discussion) provoking works of literature, both for private and public enjoyment. Want to know what book she has her nose buried in now? Ask her!
Daytripper Daytripper

Each month, Jordy Clements, a head writer for Omaha.net, will write about the many great day trips available to residents and visitors of Omaha. The premise is simply to find fun, inexpensive entertainment that can be reached from Omaha in no more than a few hours. Have a suggestion for something that Jordy should cover? Write to him here.

Mompreneur Maven Mompreneur Maven

Paula Dodds is an Omaha-area work-at-home mom with three wonderful daughters and a very patient husband. Paula runs her household and her business, P.S. Dodds. She’ll be sharing tips, tricks and stories of mompreneurs. Know a local mompreneur? Have a question for Paula? Leave her a message here.
Nature Boy Nature Boy

Each month writer and conservationist Jeff Randall will bring you the eco-happenings from Omaha and the surrounding area. He'll be providing ways to preserve and enjoy Nebraska's great outdoors. Have a topic for Jeff to cover? Leave a message for him here.
Pug Life Pug Life

Jess Kamish is the president of Pug Partners of Nebraska, a non-profit that helps pugs in need. Each month, she'll be drawing inspiration from her two pugs, Rocky and Lily, as she writes about issues related to dog care, rescue, and the uniquely endearing pug breed. A recent Bellevue University grad, Jess is Omaha.net's first intern, and loves to hear about pet related stories and photos.

The Accidental Theist The Accidental Theist

Each month, Beth Katz, an interfaith junkie and self-proclaimed spiritual dork, will explore issues connected to faith, religion, culture, interfaith relations, and everything in between. She'll draw on her experiences as head of the Omaha-based Project Interfaith, but wants to hear how these issues affect YOU. Drop her a line.
The Career Coach The Career Coach

Vickie Seitner writes each month about employment related issues. She brings over 15 years of executive management experience to her column, in addition to 10 years in the stock brokerage industry, and five years in the not-for-profit sector. She is the CEO of Career Edge One, a career counseling firm, and holds a Master of Science degrees in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Nebraska, Omaha. Have a question you think she can answer? Write to her here.
The Dark Stuff The Dark Stuff

Dave Splash is a music junkie, but not in the Iggy Pop/Keith Richards sense. It's just that music is what he likes, what he knows, and, most importantly, what he writes about. Dave will be covering the music scene in Omaha, from the national acts that put the city on the map, to whatever small band is the Next Great Hope. A former record label owner (think Puff Daddy, only bigger), he appears Sunday nights at 9pm on 89.7's New Day Rising show. Didn't like that band he loved? Tell him about it.
The Wuzzy Chronicles The Wuzzy Chronicles

Shawn Finch is a small animal veterinarian. She works at Banfield, The Pet Hospital of Papillion. Her family pets include Ebony the Lab Mix, Joy the Puppy, Noodle the Poodle, Max the Cat, Piggy the guinea pig, Princess Gerbil and Fuzzy and Wuzzy Rats.
What's Fresh? What's Fresh?

Want to learn about local resources for the foods you want to eat? Or maybe to gain some insight into what the "eat local" and "real foods" movements are all about? Each month, Christy Pooschke will give you the inside scoop on what's happening with fresh foods in Omaha and the surrounding area (she'll even toss in a recipe from time to time!). Have a suggestion for something Christy should cover? Write to her here.
Your Workplace Your Workplace

Your Workplace is an informative monthly column about issues facing employees and their employers in the Omaha Community. As an experienced human resources executive, Kathleen Nicolini will discuss topics that employers and employees are facing and offer suggestions on how they can work together to be successful. As CEO of Favor Consulting LLC, she brings over 24 years of experience in all facets of human resources. Have a question you think she could answer? Write to her here.

Recently Published
Chad Pooschke greets a dairy cow on Kvam Family Farm The "Real Food" Connection
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Transcendence - A Church in Jerusalem Introducing Interfaith
Omaha is home to great diversity, both religious and ethnic. Join Project Interfaith's Beth Katz on her introductory article for Omaha.net as she examines our culture and dispels myths about the complex field of interfaith study.
McFoster's Omelet Top 5 Vegetarian Restaurants in Omaha
Vegetarian diets are more popular than ever, but simply foregoing meat does not a delicious lifestyle make. We picked the Top 5 Omaha Vegetarian Restaurants based on taste, affordability, and the quality of their ingredients.
Black dog sitting on a couch Pet Overpopulation and You - Let's Start With You
Pet overpopulation is a problem. Animal adoption, dog breeders, pet shelters, and rescue groups all play a part in pet ownership, as does having your pet spayed or neutered. However, there's an even simpler solution to this complex problem.
Unemployed 4 Ways to Network for a Job
Our career counselor is back, answering more of your job related questions. Who should I ask for career advice. When should I change careers? How can I get the most out of my Alma Mater? Great job advice is revealed.