Well, so did I at one time — think I was an atheist, that is. At least I had good reason: My first exposure to the concept of God was as a young, baptized Catholic. I was told God was the benevolent Creator. But then I was also told He’d spark my ass with lightning […]
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Dirty 30
It’s been 30 years spent celebrating the subversive world of punk, post-punk, and anything wildly alternative at Omaha’s Drastic Plastic, fittingly placed in the Old Market. Owner Mike Howard has an undying attraction to music, especially punk and its many subgenres. Howard was working in Denver in the 70s, heard the Sex Pistols and tossed […]
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Cosmic Forecast, Oct. 25-31
Welcome into Scorpio. Happy Full Moon in Taurus — in opposition to the Sun conjunct Saturn — at 2:49 (Omaha time) on Moonday afternoon, October 29th. If your responsibilities (Saturn) allow you to see a break in sight, I’d party ’til the cows come home on Halloween night! Use your imagination. Wha’chu gonna be? Yours […]
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Trapper Shoepp and The Shades Take on Omaha
If you haven’t heard of the Midwest’s latest roots rock revivalists, Trapper Shoepp and the Shades, this Thursday (Oct. 25) offers you that chance to experience their Milwaukee brand of rock n’ roll. Currently, they’re touring with The Wallflowers in support of their latest albut, Run, Engine, Run. Their lead singer/song writer, Trapper Shoepp, was […]
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Get To Know: Good Old War
Good Old War crafted their excellent third album Come Back As Rain here in Omaha at ARC Studios. Jason Cupp, the album’s producer, has fallen in love with the space, owned by Bright Eyes’ member and fellow producer Mike Mogis and his brother, A.J. Since working on the Good Old War album, Cupp brought Maps […]
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Best Auto Service 2012: Exclusive Honda and Acura Repair
It may seem counter-intuitive for a non-dealer affiliated auto repair shop to only work on vehicles from a single manufacturer. However, Exclusive owner Tom Wolf celebrates 30 years this year repairing and servicing only Honda vehicles, including its upscale brand Acura. Based in Omaha, Exclusive Inc. is a single-location auto repair business with fewer than […]
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Best Apartments & Best Condo Living 2012: Midtown Crossing
Midtown Crossing’s blend of upscale condominiums, apartments, and local retailers has created a vibrant community and cohesive lifestyle. Officially opening in May 2010, the 15.5 acre mixed-use development is touted as a community where people can do just about everything. “The thing that sells our condos and the things that help us is the lifestyle […]
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Best Mexican Food 2012: La Mesa
In Spanish La Mesa means The Table, but to people in the Omaha metropolitan area, La Mesa stands for really great Mexican food. Tried and true recipes from around Guadalajara, Mexico that were handed down from grandparents to entrepreneurs opening restaurants in St. Joseph, Missouri in 1993 and a year later in Bellevue. Today, La […]
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Best Realty Company 2012: NP Dodge
As the oldest family-owned real estate company in the United States, NP Dodge currently maintains 10 offices in Nebraska and Iowa and has more than 500 sales associates. The company offers a broad collection of services to assist home buyers and sellers. Currently, NP Dodge’s Residential Sales Division is the fastest growing in the Omaha/Council […]
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Blues Matinees & More
The 21st Saloon hosts Louisiana bluesman Larry Garner Thursday, Oct. 25, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Next Wednesday, Oct. 31, Mississippi Heat takes the stage at Lincoln’s Zoo Bar, 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, Mississippi Heat plays The 21st Saloon’s 5:30 p.m. show. They are touring in support of their new disc Delta Bound. Wednesday, Nov. 7, Oklahoma […]