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The holidays are often painted as a season of joy, rest, and togetherness—but for many first responder families, this time of year can be especially difficult. Police officers, firefighters, EMTs, corrections officers, dispatchers, and other…
The holidays are often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for first responders, the reality can look very different. While families gather, first responders are answering calls, managing crises, and holding…
For most families, the holidays are a time to slow down, celebrate, and be with the people we love. But for thousands of first responders, police officers, firefighters, paramedics, dispatchers, corrections officers, and hospital workers,…
Here in Omaha, our first responders work around the clock to keep us safe. Every day, 911 dispatchers, firefighters, paramedics, and police officers answer calls for help. Many of these are true emergencies where seconds…
When he’s not managing the daily demands of serving as COO for three thriving automotive repair shops, Mike Kraus devotes his time and energy to supporting Veterans and first responders through his leadership of the…
For 25 years, Detective Shawna McClure (Retired) dedicated her life to serving and protecting her community as a law enforcement officer. Her distinguished career began in 1996 with the Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office, where she…
For Don and Allison Rice, healthcare and community service have always been more than careers—they are a calling. Together, they bring decades of expertise, leadership, and compassion to Lincoln, making a lasting impact not only…
When it comes to leadership in the power industry and community service, few names stand out as much as W. Gary Gates, retired President and Chief Executive Officer of the Omaha Public Power District (OPPD).…
When you look at the heart of Omaha’s civic leadership, few names stand out like City Councilman Pete Festersen. First elected to the Omaha City Council in 2009, Pete has since been re-elected in 2013,…
