Aaron served in the Air Force National Guard as a services craftsman, with a unique range of duties that included food service, mortuary affairs, fitness, and ensuring the general morale and welfare of the troops. Once Aaron was brought on active duty, he served full time in mortuary affairs, working with the deceased in Iraq.
Debbie and her husband, Kenny, are both veterans. Debbie served in the Air Force, and Kenny served in the Marines. Though they met in fifth grade, they went their separate ways before reuniting and marrying in 1998.
Tami started her career in the Army National Guard in Oregon and was trained as a material control and accounting technician. While serving in the Guard, she was activated for duty in support of Operation Desert Storm. Her primary responsibility was to prepare units for deployment into the Middle East. Upon ending her service, Tami worked administrative jobs in retail and insurance. For the past 15 years, she has worked as a support clerk for a global risk services firm.
Our Accountant Trish shares a reflection on the month of July and what it means for our neighborhoods.
Meet Pam Berry, local artist, Omaha native, and long-time Habitat Omaha homeowner.
As we work to expand our efforts in Sarpy County, we had a Cost of Home Conversation with Bellevue Mayor Rusty Hike to talk about the state of housing in his city.
Our CEO, Amanda Brewer, was joined by Habitat Omaha homeowner, Cynthia Stubblefield, and Sen. Tony Vargas to discuss housing in our community.
Many historic buildings and businesses live in the heart of North Omaha. We encourage you to take a walking tour, see the buildings and support the businesses along the historic 24th Street corridor.
The Great Plains Black History Museum provides a space to learn, explore, reflect, and remind us of our history through a variety of permanent and temporary exhibits.
What started as a part-time catering service in Patricia “Big Mama” Barron’s kitchen turned into a family-owned restaurant that has carried Big Mama’s name and legacy beyond Omaha.