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COMPLETE COMFORT Heating/Air Conditioning and Geo Thermal Celebrates 15 Years of Customer Service Excellence

slimeball — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:04:00 +0000

COMPLETE COMFORT is excited to announce we are celebrating our 15th Anniversary, and we’re very proud to have served the Omaha area since 1998–for 15 years and counting! We wish to say thank you for your loyal patronage as well as for the countless customer referrals based on your COMPLETE satisfaction with our services! Whether it’s a new installation or routine service, our factory-trained technicians provide the expertise your complete comfort depends on. And at COMPLETE COMFORT, we repair all makes and models! As COMPLETE COMFORT continues to grow, owner Jeff Ockinga (pronounced: aw-kin-gay) remains resolute in his commitment to Customer Service Excellence and Satisfaction. Jeff takes the responsibility and accountability for the trust of COMPLETE COMFORT customers very seriously.

The result has been COMPLETE COMFORT’S solid reputation for Complete Satisfaction! For more information, please contact Angie or Barry at (402) 827-1827 or by email at angie@completecomfortomaha.com. You can visit our website at www.completecomfortomaha.com.

White Deer Retreat Now Open to Public and Welcomes Visitors in Nebraska

slimeball — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:03:45 +0000

White Deer Retreat is excited to announce they have recently opened their doors to the public and would like to welcome visitors to check out their facilities! White Deer Retreat provides a sanctuary to meet, relax, and connect. Located 15 minutes from downtown Omaha, the retreat sits on nine acres of land with a panoramic view of the Missouri River Valley and Loess Hills. The natural splendor of its wooded setting with an amazing view allows for peace, serenity, and greater focus. White Deer Retreat hosts team-building retreats, informal business meetings, non-profit fund raisers, and overnight stays.

You can participate in one of their day retreats, overnight stays, or women’s weekends to fully engage in an atmosphere of self or group reflection and communication, meditation, recovery, and awakening. Their staff of six trained health and wellness practitioners is available to work with you to promote loving relaxation, healing, and renewal.

For more information about White Deer Retreat or to schedule a visit, please contact Debra Cook at (402) 455-0950 or by email at deb@whitedeerretreat.com. You can also visit their website at www.WhiteDeerRetreat.com.

Best Card Announces New Mobile Processing Solution in Nebraska

slimeball — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:02:24 +0000

Best Card is excited to announce a new mobile processing solution for accepting credit card payments. If you need to accept payments on the go, their new mobile processing solution may be a great fit for your growing business. Compared to other popular mobile processing services, their new system is just as good but offers slightly lower rates and better service! The service includes a free card reader, free PCI compliant mobile app, no long term contract, no cancellation or monthly fees, no minimum monthly processing amount, and 24/7 phone support. This solution is great for businesses that attend tradeshows or markets, independent hair stylists and sales consultants, electricians, plumbers, and many more.

Best Card brings over 20 years combined experience in the payments industry along with competitive rates and top-notch client support. In addition to their credit card processing solution, they also offer check processing, terminal equipment, recurring payments and invoices, gift and loyalty card programs, point of sale systems, and business loans. Their team brings different experience including small business owner, corporate executive, and TV host.

For more information about Best Card, please contact Mike DiGiacomo at (402) 206-2233 or by email at info@bestcardpayments.com. You can visit their website at www.BestCardPayments.com.

Body Brite Announces Grand Opening Event for West Omaha Location

slimeball — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:01:02 +0000

Body Brite is excited to announce they will host a Grand Opening event on June 1st at their West Omaha location, 14615 West Maple Road, Suite 105. Come and experience Body Brite’s IN approach: Intelligent, innovative, inspiring and inclusive. Whether you’re a man or a woman, whatever your skin type or age, they have the very best skin treatments available so your inner beauty shows on the outside, too! Their innovative treatments and professional staff of certified clinical technicians will replenish and renew your whole being, and you won’t need to spend thousands of dollars to do it. Channel 104.5 will host a live remote from the event, door prizes for free sessions will be given away and refreshments will be provided.

For more information about Body Brite, please contact Micki Malone at (402) 934-BODY (2639) or by email at mmalone@bodybriteomaha.com. You can check out BodyBrite on Facebook or their website at www.bodybriteusa.com to learn more about their monthly specials including the Grand Opening Special, where the first 100 customers will receive 50% off their first hair removal or skin rejuvenation session on one zone!

Borgata Brewery & Distillery Announces Old Market Headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska

slimeball — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:00:58 +0000

Omaha entrepreneurs Zac Triemert and Holly Mulkins are launching Borgata, Omaha’s newest craft brewery and distillery. The business will include a 9,000-square-ft manufacturing brewery and distillery along with a tasting room to accommodate approximately 100 guests. Headquartered in the heart of the Old Market at 1116 Jackson (currently Second Chance Antiques), Borgata’s Omaha operation will include a packaging and canning line brewery and a separate distillery area featuring large custom-made copper stills and whisky barrel storage. Borgata’s tasting room will offer a view of the copper stills alongside the uniquely Old Market interior of exposed brick, steel, and wood. As part of the space’s renovation, the original 1924 structure will be exposed and will feature a serving bar and table seating. Patrons will also be able to enjoy Borgata’s unique beers and small-batch spirits alfresco on a front patio.

Triemert and Mulkins anticipate Borgata, named for an Italian word meaning “family,” will begin serving Omahans in November 2013 and follow up in distributing beer and spirits throughout the Midwest by Spring of 2014.

For more information about Borgata, please contact Zac Triemert at (402) 213-5903 or zac@borgatabeerandspirits.com, or Holly Mulkins at (402) 514-7737 or holly@borgatabeerandspirits.com. You can also find them on Facebook and Twitter!

MarkeTECH 2013 Features Nebraska’s Finest

slimeball — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:00:57 +0000

Imagine hearing from extremely successful companies like Fat Brain Toys, Yahoo, and Constant Contact all in the same day. You can do just that June 12th at this year’s MarkeTECH conference in Omaha hosted by GROW Nebraska. Connecting Marketing and Technology is the theme with a full agenda of presentations and networking opportunities to help you integrate technology into your marketing plan.

Additional information at the conference will be made available from Volano Solutions, Maly Marketing, and Affordable Social Media – more highly successful Nebraska companies who will share tips and ideas to help you grow your business through technology.

MarkeTECH – Connecting Marketing and Technology will be held at the Thompson Center at UNO from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12th. Registration is $50 for GROW Nebraska and Omaha Chamber members. Non-member rate is $99 with a special student rate of $25. This year the conference is co-hosted by the Omaha Chamber of Commerce and the Nebraska Lottery is helping sponsor this outstanding educational opportunity for businesses.

For more information about MarkeTECH or to register, go to www.grownebraska.org/marketech

For additional information, contact GROW Nebraska at info@grownebraska.org or Janell Anderson Ehrke at (308) 962-6767.

Fraser Stryker Awards Annual Diversity Scholarships in Nebraska

slimeball — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:00:55 +0000

Fraser Stryker Law Firm is pleased to announce that Wenbo Wang from Millard West High School and Anthony White from Burke High School are the recipients of this year’s Diversity Scholarships. Fraser Stryker honored Mr. Wang and Mr. White during a reception and awards presentation in May.

Fraser Stryker wants to help talented students from diverse backgrounds that need financial help to fulfill their dream of working in the legal field. This program, started in 2006, provides financial aid for college-bound students and also gives Fraser Stryker scholars the opportunity to learn about the practice of law by working in the firm during the summer months.

Wenbo Wang is a member of the Mayor’s Youth Leadership Commission and Executive Board for Key Club. He is the founder and president of Go Club in the Omaha metro and is the co-president of the National Honor Society. Wenbo plans to study Pre-Law at New York University.

Anthony White is a member of the Future Business Leaders of America, Spanish National Honors Society, and is a school ambassador and guidance aide at Burke High School. He has received “Highest Honors” Honor Roll since the fall of 2009 and received the African American Achievement Award for academic excellence presented by National Pan-Hellenic. Anthony plans to attend Creighton University to study Pre-Law and Business.

Formed in 1898, Fraser Stryker has grown to become a nationally recognized law firm that represents local, national and multinational clients in complex business transactions and litigation matters.

For more information about Fraser Stryker Law Firm, please visit FraserStryker.com.

SAC Museum Hosts Second T.R.I.P. Paranormal Investigation in Ashland, Nebraska

slimeball — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:00:51 +0000

Nebraska’s very own “Ghost Busters” will be back at the Strategic Air & Space Museum (SAC) and this time they are inviting those brave enough to join them! TRIP, or Tri-City Research and Investigation of the Paranormal, visited the SAC Museum in March and uncovered a significant amount of energy and photos during their investigation. Their return provides a chance for those who believe in paranormal activity, or those who might be a little skeptical, to participate alongside TRIP as they conduct a more in depth investigation of the SAC Museum. This event will take place on Saturday, June 22 from 6 p.m. until 1 a.m. The price to participate is $50 per person and those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Tickets can be purchased through the TRIP website at www.tripparanormal.com.

The Strategic Air & Space Museum, located off of I-80 near Ashland and Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, is committed to providing guests with engaging experiences that will inspire the young – and the young at heart – as they explore the worlds of aviation, history, science, and technological innovation.

For more information about Strategic Air & Space Museum (SAC), please contact Angela Roeber at (402) 944-3100 or by email at aroeber@strategicairandspace.com. You can visit their website at www.SASMuseum.com.

eGrowth Marketing and Pierce Technologies Celebrate10 Year Anniversary

slimeball — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:00:51 +0000

Pierce Technologies and its sister company, eGrowth Marketing, have reached a milestone! These companies have 10 years business to celebrate. That’s ten years of helping local businesses strategize, analyze, and implement an effective online presence, as well as offering reliable and personal IT support.

“10 years is something we’re very proud of,” says co-owner, Sally Cohen, “Our duration is a testament to our ability to maximize our resources and our clients’ resources and turn them into creative solutions and a competitive edge.” The past few years have seen eGrowth Marketing and Pierce Technologies expand with a move to a new office at 12107 Emmet Street and the years to come will only see more growth along with Omaha. “The best way we can think to celebrate the occasion is by making even more business connections and taking on even more challenges,” adds Cohen.

Pierce Technologies offers expert hardware and technical support, and eGrowth Marketing works to blend marketing with traditional sales channels and new internet solutions.

For more information, please contact Pierce Technologies or eGrowth Marketing at (402) 884-0030 or info@egrowthmarketing.com.

Olympic Athletes Coming Home to Put on Clinics for Youth in Nebraska

slimeball — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:00:51 +0000

Olympic Volleyball silver medalist Jordan Larson and Bobsled gold medalist Curt Tomasevicz will host sport clinics in five communities across Nebraska in five days from June 24-28. The clinics are part of the LiveWellNebraska.com wellness tour across the state which will also feature a Cornhusker State Games Torch Arrival Ceremony in each community. Larson will help local organizers conduct a volleyball-specific clinic and Tomasevicz will focus on a speed and agility clinic designed for all sports. All registered youths, ages 5-18, will receive a clinic shirt, an autographed photo and other sponsor gifts.Clinic Sites and Locations:

Scottsbluff – Monday, June 24 : Speed & Agility – Scottsbluff Bearcat Stadium (2502 Broadway), Volleyball – Western Nebraska Community College (1601 E. 27th St)

North Platte – Tuesday, June 25: Both clinics – Mid Plains Community College (601 W State Farm Road)

Kearney – Wednesday, June 26: Kearney YMCA (4500 6th Ave), Speed & Agility – Football Fields behind the YMCA, Volleyball – YMCA Main Gym

Grand Island – Thursday, June 27: Both clinics – Grand Island Sr. High School (2124 North Lafayette Avenue)

Lincoln – Friday, June 28: The site is yet to be determined.

More information and online registration can be found at www.cornhuskerstategames.com/olympic_athlete_clinics or by calling (402) 471-2544.

The Cornhusker State Games are conducted by the Nebraska Sports Council, which also conducts the LiveWell Challenge Series, the Mud Run and the Pumpkin Run. Learn more at NebraskaSportsCouncil.com.