Travel

Glamping: A True Escape

Glamping at Kimberly Creek Retreat is about more than glamorous camping Article by Kathy Nickerson | Photography by Suzanne Luttig Most people think of glamping as glamorous camping. Chris Peterson says glamping at Kimberly Creek Retreat near Ashland, Nebraska, is something more. It’s an experience. All the cabins and domes have heat, air-conditioning, kitchenettes, bathrooms, and luxurious beds. But Kimberly Creek also has trails to hike, birds to watch, legends to learn, treasures to find...

Home Services

Compassion, Dignity, Respect

Trusted Life Choices helps families love and care for seniors Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by Rebecca Marie Life's transitions include realizing the parents who once cared for you now need care themselves. With proper knowledge and early intervention, you can ensure your elderly loved ones receive the care they need. "It's always hard to sit across from the people who took care of you from infancy and say they now need some help," says Sandra Miller, owner of Trusted Life Choices...

Professional Services

Helping Homeowners Take Flight

Holly Schneidewind, owner of Eagle Mortgage, combines passion with expertise to guide homeowners through the mortgage process Article by Amy Hendrickson | Photography by Joseph Saaid Holly Schneidewind, owner of Eagle Mortgage, has been helping clients buy and refinance their homes for over 32 years. After beginning her career in banking, Schneidewind transitioned into the mortgage business with a desire to learn something new. She was then mentored by the previous owner of Eagle Mortgage...

Fitness

Victress MVMT

Empowering women through strength, community, and fitness Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by A2i Photography Chris and Leslie Le are bringing a unique fitness experience with the new Victress MVMT Papillion-La Vista, an all-women's fitness facility located off 84th and Giles. “We’re very welcoming. It's not an aggressively competitive environment; it's all about being better than you were yesterday," says Leslie, who has been a member at Victress Elkhorn gym for the past four years...

Sports + Recreation

Golf is a timeless sport that offers lifelong enjoyment and numerous benefits

As a mother of teenagers, I understand the challenge of diverting their attention from screens—be it smartphones, tablets, or gaming consoles. However, instead of battling their screen time, we can leverage technology to introduce them to a sport that combines their digital interests with physical activity: indoor simulated golf.Indoor golf simulators provide an immersive experience that captivates tech-savvy youth. These advanced systems offer realistic virtual courses, instant feedback on...

Arts + Culture

Time to Create

The Rosy Clay Co. provides creative opportunities in downtown Papillion Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by Rosy Clay Co. Opening in the heart of downtown Papillion, the Rosy Clay Co. has offered the community an artistic outlet for the whole family since opening its studio in September. "We offer a little bit of everything pottery," says Ana Klein, owner of the Rosy Clay Co. This includes pottery wheel classes, workshops, kids' birthday parties and walk-in paint-your-own-pottery...

Life + Culture

Love Local, Read Local

Three local writers give an introduction to their world and their work Article and Photography by Supporting local authors is a heartfelt way to celebrate the creativity and passion thriving in our community. Meet three local authors whose work inspires connection, growth, and imagination. Discover their stories, enjoy them, share them with others, and continue to love local! Vince Mancuso Mancuso is the communications director of Dream City Church Omaha and one of the writers for Papillion...

Food + Beverage

Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries

Baker Jodi Jefferson shares DIY guide for making chocolate-dipped strawberries Article by Amy Hendrickson | Photography by A2i Photography Jodi Jefferson is the owner of Busy Bee Baking Company, a veteran-owned and operated bakery specializing in custom-order delicious cakes and desserts. Make your own chocolate-dipped strawberries this Valentine’s Day with her guidance. You can also visit her Facebook page to see her full menu and place an order.  Ingredients Strawberries Chocolate (milk...

Entertainment

Acapriccio: It’s All in the Name

a capriccio, (ah kuh-pree-chee-oh): at whatever tempo or with whatever expression the performer wishes Article by Kathy Nickerson | Photography by Acapriccio In 1998, Jennifer Kinsey opened the dance studio she had dreamed of since childhood. She wanted an interesting name for the company, something she wouldn’t get tired of saying when she answered the telephone. She also wanted a name that would be listed in the first pages of the telephone book. She flipped through the family dictionary...

Auto + Marine

Small town, Big Options

Gretna Auto Outlet has small-town roots with big-time options Article by Vince Mancuso | Photography by A2i Photography Gretna and the Gretna Auto Outlet have grown at a rate that matches that of their owner, Brian Gibbs. Once it began, there was no stopping it. "I was buying and selling cars when I was 12, 13, 14 years old," says Gibbs. Growing up in Norfolk, he would travel with his father to Omaha to purchase vehicles, laying the groundwork for his future entrepreneurial journey. "After I...