Best Refugee Agency Podcasts (2024)

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State Board of Ed approves changes to Textbook Loan Program 0:54

10h ago0:54

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Nonpublic schools now have more flexibility in choosing books through the state’s textbook loan program. That’s a change from when they could only request what the public school in their district asked for.By Nebraska Public Media

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S12 E43: Delaware State of the Arts - Representative Medinah Wlson-Anton 22:01

5h ago22:01

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What happens when a state representative doubles as a stand-up comedian? Meet Representative Medinah Wilson-Anton, who took the unconventional path from Delaware's 26th District to the halls of the state legislature, with a side gig in the comedy clubs. Initially inspired by her comedian uncle and Saturday Night Live, Medinah's career took a sharp …

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Nebraska economists weigh in on Pillen’s tax policy approach 1:20

7h ago1:20

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At a series of town halls across the state, Governor Jim Pillen has said he wants to reduce property taxes in Nebraska by 40% by expanding the sales tax base in a special legislative session this summer. Ernie Goss, an economics professor at Creighton University, said high property taxes hurt economic growth more than high sales taxes.…

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KCUR: Ethereal sounds from a decommissioned nuclear missile silo 5:15

8h ago5:15

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Kansas City musician Nate Hofer took his pedal steel guitar 30 feet down into an inter-continental ballistic missile silo to record a hopeful reminder that nuclear war is not inevitable.By Nebraska Public Media

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Omaha Summer Arts Festival celebrates 50th and final year 0:50

22h ago0:50

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The Omaha Summer Arts Festival is host to around 130 art booths, live music, local food vendors and a hands-on children’s fair. This weekend is the festival’s 50th anniversary, but it’s also its final year.By Nebraska Public Media

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Manufacturing economic growth slows in May 1:05

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A survey of manufacturing supply-chain managers in the Midwest found that economic growth slowed in the month of May. Creighton economics professor Ernie Goss, who leads the Mid-America Business Conditions Index, said high inflation and fewer exports are resulting in lower growth in the manufacturing industry.…

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Theologian of Hope: Remembering Jürgen Moltmann (1926 – 2024) / Miroslav Volf 42:54

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On June 3,2024, Jürgen Moltmann died. He was one of the greatest theologians of our time. He was 98 years old. In this episode, Miroslav Volf eulogizes and remembers his mentor and friend. We then share a previously released conversation between Miroslav Volf and Jürgen Moltmann. This episode first aired in April 2021—and it includes Moltmann’s con…

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NE Panhandle launches an HPV vaccination campaign 0:59

2d ago0:59

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The human papillomavirus, or HPV, is a sexually transmitted, cancer-causing infection that can be largely prevented by a series of vaccinations in children. Nebraska Public Media’s Kassidy Arena reports the state does well in starting that series, but not as well in completing it.By Nebraska Public Media

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Man walks across country to 'fix' democracy 4:43

2d ago4:43

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At 82 years old, Rick Hubbard is hitting the highways of America to raise awareness of political dysfunction.By Nebraska Public Media

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Transformational Trauma and Healing: STEP(ping) Your Way Into The Future 47:58

2d ago47:58

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Please join me in my conversation with Nick Prefontaine. Nick shares his life-threatening accident, and what he learned recovering from it and other challenges. He uses his STEP system now to help others in their own journies. Get a free download of Nick's STEP ebook here. Explore Nick's STEP video series here. Learn more about Nick's speaking enga…

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Papillon firefighter awarded compensation for mental injury 0:51

3d ago0:51

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A Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Court judge ruled a former Papillion firefighter is entitled to compensation for mental injury. Nebraska Public Media’s Sarah Lawlor has more.By Nebraska Public Media

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Dead Timber SRA receives grant for redevelopment 1:06

3d ago1:06

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Dead Timber State Recreation Area is set to receive more than a half million dollars for a redevelopment project. The park north of Scribner received a $589,000 grant from the Nebraska Department of Economic Development.By Nebraska Public Media

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Sandbar removal in Platte River set for this fall 0:58

4d ago0:58

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In 2019, major flooding altered the Platte River near its junction with Highway 75, creating a large sandbar and restricting the channel size to a third of what it had been previously. Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District general manager John Winkler says the sandbar makes communities like Louisville and Cedar Creek, which are upstream, …

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Pillen: I'll abandon Perkins Canal if legal costs get too high 1:15

7d ago1:15

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Gov. Jim Pillen said Friday that if legal costs get too high, he would abandon the Perkins County Canal proposal.By Nebraska Public Media

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South central Nebraska nursing home salvaged 1:08

7d ago1:08

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Long-term care residents and their families in Red Cloud, Nebraska, breathed a sigh or relief this spring, when the local nursing home was saved from closure. The Heritage of Red Cloud was scheduled to close on April 18. But a local hospital and its foundation decided to acquire the facility thanks to some large community donations.…

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Lincoln Airport $56 million renovation now completed 0:40

8d ago0:40

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HOST: Almost a year after the first phase of renovations at the Lincoln Airport were completed, the second phase is wrapping up. Nebraska Public Media’s Sarah Lawlor has more. 053024 THU Airport Renovations WRAP.wav: (39.9 s)Lincoln Airport officials opened the doors to the public on Thursday afternoon so travelers could have a chance to see the ne…

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'Snow Roadeo’ competition tests Nebraska snowplow driver skills 1:09

8d ago1:09

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The competition includes an obstacle course where snowplow drivers swerve through cones, make sharp turns and back up into tight spaces, all while competing against the clock. Competitors also take a written test and perform snowplow inspections where they must find vehicle defects.By Nebraska Public Media

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Western Nebraska disaster declaration - winter storm 0:49

9d ago0:49

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HOST: A severe winter storm in early April left millions of dollars in damage for eight western Nebraska counties. Those counties are now receiving federal assistance for recovery efforts. Nebraska Public Media’s Sarah Lawlor has more. 052924 Disaster declaration voicer.wav: (48 s)President Joe Biden is declaring a major disaster exists in eight Ne…

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S12 E42: Delaware State of the Arts - Arts Focus Delaware 22:01

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Have you ever wondered how one can transition from a taxing job at a student loan company to becoming a celebrated fiction writer and filmmaker? Join us as we sit down with Jon McConnell, whose journey from computer engineering to creative writing is nothing short of inspiring. Jon sheds light on his initial struggles and how his acceptance into Em…

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Food insecurity in the heartland 5:00

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More people in Nebraska are waking up hungry, according to a recent report released by “Feeding America”, the nation’s largest hunger-relief organization.By Nebraska Public Media

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Hope in God's promises beyond the pain of Grief

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Jeremiah 8:18 My grief is beyond healing; my heart is broken Session recorded on Friday, November 10th during Session Block #3 at 1:00 PM EST ; speaker: Tony Weedor Session webpage: https://www.medicalmissions.com/events/gmhc-2023/sessions/hope-in-gods-promises-beyond-the-pain-of-grief-2By MedicalMissions.com

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Doug Kristensen retires after 22 years as UNK Chancellor 4:15

10d ago4:15

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Doug Kristensen stepped onto the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus as chancellor in 2002. After 22 years, he's retiring.By Nebraska Public Media

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Achieving 8-Figure Sales on Amazon with Mike Danford: Agency Operators Podcast Episode 19 45:50

10d ago45:50

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Achieving 8-Figure Sales on Amazon with Mike Danford Join our CEO Pasha Knish and special guest Mike Danford, owner of adverio.io, in Episode 19 of the Agency Operators Podcast. Mike brings a wealth of knowledge from his success in e-commerce and Amazon marketing. Discover the common pitfalls of Amazon marketing, the relevance of Amazon FBA in 2024…

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Midwest Newsroom: Fetal personhood worries IVF patients 4:19

10d ago4:19

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Thirteen states across the U.S., including much of the Midwest, introduced bills this year that could give some rights to embryos and fetuses usually associated with people. None passed but people in the fertility world are concerned that lawmakers will try again and what that means for reproductive rights.…

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Pillen presents plan to cut property taxes at Beatrice town hall 1:04

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According to the Governor’s Policy Research Office, Nebraskans paid 5.3 billion dollars in property taxes in 2023. Pillen wants to cut that amount by 40%, or more than 2 billion dollars. He says he intends to present a plan to cut spending by 500 million dollars through streamlining government operations.…

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Sides weigh in on Platte-Republican diversion proposal 1:39

15d ago1:39

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A proposal to divert water from the Platte to the Republican River drew mixed reactions at a public hearing Thursday.By Nebraska Public Media

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This American Red Cross worker is striving to connect 4:58

15d ago4:58

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The American Red Cross is regularly busy in the Midwest as a natural-disaster-prone area. But one woman is working doubly hard to ensure one group of people receive the support they need from the organization.By Nebraska Public Media

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Malcolm X inducted as the first Black person in the state HOF 1:15

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More than 150 people squeezed into the Warner Chamber, just off the Capitol Rotunda to witness Wednesday’s induction ceremony. Everyone wanted to catch a glimpse of the bust of Malcolm X, a Black activist and human rights champion who was born in Omaha.By Nebraska Public Media

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Brewer: Ukrainians tired but still fighting 4:39

16d ago4:39

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Sen. Tom Brewer, visiting Ukraine, says residents are tired but still fighting more than two years after Russia invaded.By Nebraska Public Media

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Research shows ties between ACT scores, student college going 1:07

16d ago1:07

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The higher a Nebraska student’s ACT score is, the more likely they are to go to an in-state college. As that score increases about 30, it becomes more likely that students will go out of state for university. These insights come from a Nebraska Statewide Workforce & Educational Reporting System, or NSWERS, report released this month. Researchers lo…

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Seeing Jesus

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In my journey, the Lord has taught me to share in Christ's sufferings and how fixing my eyes on Jesus has not only helped me serve Him differently but also how it has helped me see Him more fully and see His glory. In this session, you will be challenged to see Christ through the eyes of the writer of Hebrews. Discovering how we might remain fixed …

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Unleashing AI Technology for eCommerce Success with Brian R. Johnson: Agency Operators Podcast Episode 18 1:00:59

18d ago1:00:59

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🎙️ Unleashing AI Technology for eCommerce Success with Brian R. Johnson: Agency Operators Podcast Episode 18 🔍 Description: Join our host and CEO Pash Knish and special guest Brian R. Johnson, Co-founder of DeepM.ai. Explore the innovative world of AI technology and its impact on eCommerce success with Brian's extensive experience spanning over 17 …

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Turfgrass lawns are a landscape staple — an environmental reckon 4:12

18d ago4:12

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Turfgrass lawns are a landscape staple — an environmental reckoning may change thatBy Nebraska Public Media

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Pillen's push for lower property taxes meets some skepticism 1:44

21d ago1:44

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Gov. Jim Pillen's efforts to drum up support for lowering property taxes by expanding sales taxes met some skepticism Friday in Grand Island.By Nebraska Public Media

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Nebraska election offices continue to count ballots 1:22

21d ago1:22

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More than 87 hundred additional ballots from Tuesday’s primary election were counted by the Douglas County Election Commission Friday morning. That number includes early voting ballots that were delivered to the election office on election day. While most races have been called, Friday's count has widened the gap between two candidates vying for se…

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Elevating Client Relationships through Agency Ownership with Abe Chomali: Agency Operators Podcast Episode 17 43:39

22d ago43:39

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Elevating Client Relationships through Agency Ownership with Abe Chomali: Agency Operators Podcast Episode 17 🔍 Description: Catch the latest insights from Episode 17 of the Agency Operators Podcast, featuring CEO Pasha Knish and special guest Abe C. Chomali, Founder of XP Strategy. Dive into the transformative world of eCommerce strategies and eff…

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USDA, Tri-Faith host summit countering biases 0:59

22d ago0:59

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The United States Department of Agriculture partnered with the Tri-Faith Center in Omaha to host a summit this week about countering antisemitism, Islamophobia and other biases in rural communities. The Tri-Faith campus has a mosque, synagogue, church and a center connecting them. Samantha Joseph, the director of the USDA Center for Faith-Based and…

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Spiritual Warfare and the Mind: The Unseen Battle that Affects Your Walk and Service with the Lord

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2 Cor. 10:4,5. Spiritual warfare is a reality that all Christians, and perhaps missionaries in particular, will encounter. However, not all spiritual battles involve open power encounters with forces of darkness. Though these may receive more attention the more pervasive conflict takes place in our minds. What is the example Paul uses? To gain spir…

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Maximizing ROI: Exploring AI Bid Automation for Advertising Efficiency with Martin Zerrudo: Agency Operators Podcast Episode 16. 45:00

24d ago45:00

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🎙️ Maximizing ROI: Exploring AI Bid Automation for Advertising Efficiency with Martin Zerrudo: Agency Operators Podcast Episode 16. 🔍 Description: Join our host and CEO, Pasha Knish, and special guest, Martin Zerrudo, Director of Enterprise Brand Development at Quartile, as they uncover the transformative power of AI Bid Automation. Learn to optimi…

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Hilgers announces lawsuits against electric truck mandates 1:19

25d ago1:19

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Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers is suing California and the federal government over requirements to replace diesel trucks with electric vehicles.By Nebraska Public Media

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Drought lingers in parts of the Midwest and Great Plains 3:31

25d ago3:31

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Planting is well underway across the Midwest, but farmers are still grappling with dry conditions that led to lower than normal corn yields last fall. It’s the third year of a near historic drought for parts of the Corn Belt.By Nebraska Public Media

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New law could increase electric vehicle charging stations 0:53

25d ago0:53

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A bill passed in this year’s Nebraska legislative session has the potential to increase the number of electric vehicle charging stations in the state, according to electric vehicle lobbying group Charge Ahead Partnership. A provision from State Sen. Eliot Bostar regulating electric vehicle charging stations was passed unanimously as part of a large…

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Results for the District 2 primary election could redefine 4:29

28d ago4:29

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The Republican candidates for the primary election in Nebraska’s second congressional district say although they’re both in the same party, they couldn’t be more different. This election could redefine the urban Nebraska Republican.By Nebraska Public Media

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Strategies for Your Amazon Agency's Success with Steven Pope: Agency Operators Podcast Episode 15 51:03

1M ago51:03

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🎙️ Strategies for Your Amazon Agency's Success with Steven Pope: Agency Operators Podcast Episode 15. 💼 Meet Steven Pope, the visionary founder of My Amazon Guy, a powerhouse Amazon Agency generating over $20 million in annual revenue. With a background as a TV reporter and a decade-long stint as an eCommerce Director, Steven has honed his expertis…

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Mobilizing Hope in Women’s Prison: Discovering Agency, Community, and Creative Resilience / Sarah Farmer 41:42

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How do you find hope when you can only see yourself and your future in light of your past mistakes? When you’re certain that everyone on the outside looking in is doing the same, punishing you, immobilizing you, invisibilizing you…? Seems the only way out of that spiral is the “God Who Sees.” Practical theologian Sarah Farmer joins Evan Rosa to dis…

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No state GOP backed candidate is running in District 1 3:25

30d ago3:25

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Michael Connely is challenging incumbent Mike Flood for the Congressional District 1 seat in the Republican primary election. Both candidates running without state party endorsement is a reflection of national trends, an expert said.By Nebraska Public Media

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State Board of Education could see changes with elections 4:29

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On the State Board of Education, all four incumbents up for election decided against running for office again. This leaves the non-partisan board up to some potential political changes. The board has eight members. It’s an even split of Republicans and Democrats even though it’s officially a non-partisan board. Three of the four members up for elec…

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How to Build a Product That Beats The Competition with Izabella Ritz: Agency Operators Podcast 014 39:05

1M ago39:05

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🎙️ How to Build a Product That Beats The Competition with Izabella Ritz: Agency Operators Podcast Episode 14! 💼 About Izabella Ritz: Izabella Ritz, CEO of Ritz Momentum, leads a team dedicated to revolutionizing Amazon product development. Since 2019, Ritz Momentum has leveraged keyword research and customer feedback data to design Amazon products …

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Senate Primary Race Preview 4:08

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Nebraska will be electing two U.S. Senators in this election cycle for the first time since 1954. Incumbent Republicans Deb Fischer and Pete Ricketts are heavy favorites, but neither have received endorsements from the State Republican Party. Meanwhile, an independent challenger is likely to receive a Democratic Party endorsement in the general ele…

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Initial design for Lincoln’s South Haymarket skatepark released 0:56

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The 25,000-square-foot skatepark is set to become the state’s largest upon completion. Skatepark designer Vince Onel said the new skatepark will provide opportunities for all skill levels over a variety of terrains. His initial design includes pump tracks, two bowls, street elements, and several sculptures.…

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