Anne Gallagher, Executive Editor

12:46 pm

Out of Omaha is a documentary that focuses on the lives of twin brothers Darcell and Darell Trotter. The film follows Darcell closely through his life in North Omaha and claims to focus on the systemic injustices of the city. The documentary’s producer Ryan Johnston’s father served North Omaha through a non-profit organization that was created...

Molly Huibregtse, Staff Writer

March 23, 2019

On Saturday February 9th, dozens of fearless do –gooders and adrenaline junkies participated in Omaha’s 13th Annual Polar Plunge.  In past years this event took place at Lake Cunnigham, however an unfortunate infestation of Zebra Mussels, they were forced to relocate to lake Zorinsky.    The Polar Plunge is an outrageously fun (and chilly)...

Malcolm Durfee O'Brien, managing editor

February 27, 2019

Four new senators for the Omaha area were elected in 2018. The new legislators are Machaela Cavanaugh in the sixth Legislative District, Megan Hunt in the eighth Legislative District, Wendy DeBoer in the tenth Legislative District and Steve Lathrop in the twelfth Legislative District. The new members were sworn in on the 9th of January. These new Senators...

Molly Huibregtse, Staff Writter

March 23, 2019

Based on the novel by Rachael Lippincott, Five Feet Apart came into theaters on March 14th, 2019, and has already blown away audience members of all ages. Five feet Apart is your usual Young adult star- crossed lovers' story, but with a twist.   The twist being the young love birds are both terminally ill and as a result forbidden to touch.  Stella...

Simon Bullerdick, staff writer

March 20, 2019

Wes Anderson returns to animation for the first time since his work on ‘Fantastic Mr. Fox’ in 2009 with this canine adventure story set in a fictional Japanese city. Anderson follows his same formula of witty humor, satisfying rich animation and original story telling. This story of abandoned mutts taking on a corrupt government to earn their way...

Simon Bullerdick, staff writer

March 20, 2019

Zen Coffee Company is one of Omaha’s smaller, but most cozy cafes. Like the name, they try to capture that peaceful calming ‘zen’ vibe. With home brewed coffees and teas that are periodically rotated and changed every time you go it there are new options to choose from, along with a variety of smoothies and pastries, they even offing a happy hour,...

Molly Huibregtse, Staff Writer

March 23, 2019

Spring is the perfect time to enjoy all nature has to offer, it isn't too cold, nor too hot and it marks a new beginning for many of Earth’s living things. Here’s a list of the top 5 best spring activities in Omaha.   1.) Lauritzen Gardens- Spring is the perfect time to visit Omaha’s blooming...

Simon Bullerdick, Staff Writer

March 20, 2019

With the basketball season finally ending, a lot of students of looking at the upcoming soccer season. But central is also home of a proud, strong golf team that shouldn’t be left in the shadows. With a team consisting of two seniors Trae Brown and Charlie Levy. With a two and a half month season including...

Ari Saltzman, Staff Writer

February 21, 2019

“It was crazy coming within one shot,” recalled Tre’shawn Thurman of Nebraska Omaha’s heartbreaking 79-77 loss to South Dakota State in the 2017 Summit League Tournament final. A win would have allowed the Mavericks to qualify for the 2017 NCAA Tournament. Now, the former Central and UNO basketball...