Food + Beverage

The Inspiration Behind the Menu

Tucked into 260 acres in the lush heart of Nebraska City, hidden like a cherished heirloom behind rows of apple tree orchards, the Timbers Restaurant is the culinary gem of Lied Lodge at Arbor Day Farm. A new menu rolled out in April, brimming with seasonal, mouthwatering dishes, farm-inspired fine dining, and locally sourced ingredients. Before a meal, work up your appetite hiking through Arbor Day Farm, or try a wine tasting before settling in for an unforgettable meal. Arbor Day Farm is...

Health + Wellness

Benefits of Hydrotherapy

Why Float Therapy Is Omaha’s Secret to Stress-Free Living (And Why You Need to Try It!) What Actually Happens in a Float Tank?You might have heard some buzz about floating, but what’s it really all about? Float therapy (also called sensory deprivation or “floating”) is the practice of lying on your back in our spacious float tanks filled with ultra-clean, highly-cushioned, pharmaceutical-grade Epsom salt–filled water. The water is heated exactly to skin temperature, and there’s no light or sound...

Local Services

Ralston Vet

Where pet comfort meets community connection Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by A2i Photography Employees at Ralston Vet don’t see caring for animals as merely a profession, but a lifestyle. Embedded in the community in multiple ways, the employee-owned clinic has served local families and their furry companions for nearly 60 years, focusing on collaborative care, keeping pets comfortable, and their people confident. “That’s really a core value for us,” says Cori Ochoa-Bond, Marketing...

Health + Wellness

Happy Kids with Healthy Smiles

Comfort and confidence: The Weeder Pediatric Dentistry experience Article by Kathy Nickerson | Photography by DentalQore According to a poster hanging in the waiting room of Weeder Pediatric Dentistry, “Even monsters brush their teeth.” If the sight of that friendly monster doesn’t put patients at ease, the attitude of the staff surely will. Dr. Greg Weeder and his wife Danelle, who is the office administrator, have created a welcoming environment for children and parents. The team also...

Education

Family Fun and Natural Treasures

Experience Nebraska’s wildlife and habitats up close at Schramm Park State Recreation Area Article by Kathy Nickerson | Photography by Nebraskaland Magazine/Nebraska Game and Parks Commission If wading in a spring-fed trout stream was on your bucket list for the summer, here is some good news: You still have time, and you don’t need to drive to the mountains. An interactive trout stream is just one of many features at Schramm Park State Recreation Area. The park is located a short drive south...

Arts + Culture

Omaha's Embrace

Papillion Middle Schooler’s poem is transformed into both opera and hip-hop in Opera Omaha’s Poetry & Music Project Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by Opera Omaha What started as a school project in a Papillion Middle School English class has now become not one but two songs in Opera Omaha’s Poetry & Music Project. Jackson Ward, then an eighth grader, had his poem, “Omaha’s Embrace, " transformed into an opera song and a hip-hop rendition. “I wrote it in school about people in Omaha,”...

Travel

It's Time to Travel

Save time, trouble, and money when you work with local travel advisor Veronica Bird Article by Kathy Nickerson | Photography by A2i Photography Veronica Bird is a wife, mother, certified fitness instructor, and coffee enthusiast. She also sends people to Disney World and beyond. She and her family live in Papillion and love to travel. That interest led her to become an advisor with Fora Travel. Since most people can book a hotel room with a tap of their finger, it is tempting to think Bird’s...

Local Services

ALLO Fiber Earns National Recognition as a 2025 VETS Indexes 5-Star Employer

ALLO Fiber has once again been honored as a VETS Indexes 5-Star Employer for 2025, celebrating the company’s steadfast dedication to supporting veterans and military-affiliated professionals. This is the second consecutive year ALLO has earned this prestigious recognition, placing it among only 294 organizations nationwide to receive the award. The VETS Indexes Employer Awards spotlight businesses that go above and beyond in hiring, developing, and retaining veterans, members of the National...

Food + Beverage

Red Lotus Speaks the Language of the Heart

Red Lotus Thai Express features authentic Thai cuisine you'll love Article by Deb Grayson Reinard | Photography by Joseph Saaid With roots planted deep in their homeland of Thailand, Anan and Roong Tavornsak are proud of their beautiful Red Lotus blooming on the Nebraska prairie. Red Lotus Thai Express, serving many of the original recipes Roong carried from Thailand in her notebook, brings an exquisite oriental flavor to the corner of 72nd St and Highway 370. Located at 1449 Papillion Dr...

Home + Design

One Tile at a Time

The work of B.Y. Solutions Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by Sammie Rodriguez When it comes to home upgrades that truly make an impact, Bryan Bolanos of B.Y. Solutions LLC believes it’s all about floors and accent pieces. For three years, his Papillion-based company has been helping homeowners transform their living spaces with expert tilework and flooring solutions.   “Our main thing is tile,” Bolanos says. “Bathrooms, backsplashes, any kind of floor—we do it all.” B.Y. Solutions...