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ARTS CENTER OPENS DOORS
Omaha Performing Arts (O-pa) is celebrating the grand opening of the Tenaska Center for Arts Engagement with a series of public events at the Dick & Mary Holland Campus, 1115 Dodge St. The organization presents Broadway, jazz, dance, comedy, family programming and live music, with the new center furthering O-pa’s mission to make performing arts accessible to audiences across Nebraska and the region.
Life by Design PAUL WEST ON TIME PORTFOLIOS AND CIVIC LEADERSHIP
BY DAISY HUTZELL-RODMAN
Paul West will preside over his first board meeting as president of the Greater Omaha Chamber April 10. It is the latest addition to a portfolio that already includes managing partner at Carson Wealth, co-founder of the Apiary Social Club and board positions with six community organizations.
West, however, doesn’t think about his life in terms of titles. He thinks about it in terms of time. It’s the same question he asks business owners that most financial advisers skip: What’s your time portfolio? Not how much money is in stocks versus bonds. Not whether to take the lump sum or the structured payout. The question is answered in how many hours a week one wants to spend traveling, with family, exercising, reading — actually living the life they’re planning to fund. It’s a question born from experience. West owned his own registered investment advisory firm for five years before selling it to join Carson in 2012. He knows what happens when a business owner’s identity becomes inseparable from their business card and what it costs them when it’s time to exit.
“A lot of business owners don’t exit because their ego gets in the way and they don’t know how to identify themselves when they go out in public,” he said.
West has built a practice around helping people understand who they are beyond what they do and he’s built a life that proves it’s possible. He recently sat down with Midlands Business Journal for a closer look at wealth, Omaha and being social.
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U.S. 275 Roundabout Work Begins April 6
The Nebraska Department of Transportation announced construction of a roundabout at the intersection of U.S. 275 and West Dodge Road will begin April 6, weather permitting. Work will take place on U.S. 275 and Nebraska Link 28B near West Shores Lake. M.E. Collins of Wahoo, Nebraska, is the contractor. Completion is anticipated in fall 2026.
01 A CLOSER LOOK: LIFE BY DESIGN
PAUL WEST ON TIME PORTFOLIOS AND CIVIC LEADERSHIP
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HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK: ARTS CENTER OPENS DOORS
O-PA’S TENASKA CENTER TO HOST COMMUNITY DAY APRIL 11
MBJ BUSINESS INSIDER: TOP THINGS TO KNOW
04 A LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER: IT MATTERED TO HIM FIFTY YEARS LATER, I UNDERSTAND IT COMPLETELY
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GOLDEN CIRCLE AWARDS: INTRODUCING THE HONOREES MBJ TO PRESENT OMAHA LEADERS GOLDEN CIRCLE AWARDS 12
FINANCIAL LITERACY MONTH: A QUESTION OF BALANCE PROFITABILITY IS ONE THING, BUT CASH FLOW IS EVERYTHING
The intersection will be closed during construction with signed detour routes. The westbound West Dodge Road exit ramp, eastbound U.S. 275 heading south to N-92 and the westbound U.S. 275 on-ramp heading north will be detoured via 204th Street and West Center Road. The northbound free-right ramp to eastbound West Dodge Road remains open.
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It Mattered to Him FIFTY YEARS LATER, I UNDERSTAND IT COMPLETELY
I was 9 years old when my father founded this publication. I didn’t fully understand what he was building then — only that it mattered to him, and that the people he wrote about seemed to matter even more.
Fifty years later, I understand it completely.
My father, Robert G. “Bob” Hoig, believed that business is fundamentally about people. The numbers matter, yes — but behind every balance sheet is a human being making decisions, taking risks, showing up and giving back. The honorees you’ll read about on pages 10 and 11 have done all of that and more.
This week’s issue introduces the inaugural class of Golden Circle Award honorees — seven individuals whose stories remind us why we do what we do at Midlands Business Journal.
Gail and the late Mike Yanney built something that transcended business — a legacy of mentorship, generosity and civic courage that touched generations of Omahans. Willy Theisen turned a broken-down Ford Falcon and a handshake deal into a household name, proving that entrepreneurship is as much about character as it is about capital. Mike Cassling transformed a family business into a regional health care technology leader, then turned his success outward to ensure the next generation has every reason to innovate right here in the Midlands. Johnny “The Jet” Rodgers never left North Omaha behind — and his four-plus decades of workforce development work are proof that the greatest plays happen long after the final whistle. Cella Quinn saw a room with no seat for women and built an entirely new table. And John L. Hoich has spent more than 50 years living the Rotarian creed — service above self — and inspiring everyone around him to do the same.
These are not just success stories. They are legacy stories.
On May 5, we will gather at The Durham Museum for the Golden Jubilee — to honor these seven remarkable individuals, celebrate the vision Bob Hoig had when he launched a small weekly business newspaper and recognize the Greater Omaha business community that has made this city what it is today. I hope you will join us. A portion of all 50th anniversary proceeds supports the Robert G. Hoig Scholarship through the University of Nebraska Foundation, investing in the next generation of Nebraska entrepreneurs my father would have championed.
My dad started something remarkable on Oct. 10, 1975. This anniversary belongs to all of Greater Omaha and beyond. Thank you for being part of it.
With gratitude,
Andrea “Andee” Hoig Publisher & CEO Midlands Business Journal
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LB 1165 advances
The Nebraska Legislature advanced LB 1165 on March 24 after six hours of debate. The bill would protect Nebraska-based jobs in the event of ownership changes involving key employers and out-of-state entities, and establishes a Nebraska Department of Labor grant program to support employers in transition. Critics, including State Sen. Danielle Conrad, called it “the largest corporate handout in state history,” targeting Union Pacific. Supporters contend the measure is critical to keeping the railroad headquartered in Nebraska.
Tabitha is now Eventide
After 18 months of affiliation, Tabitha Senior Care and Eventide Senior Living Communities have officially merged under the Eventide name, combining nearly 200 years of service between them. Former Tabitha communities across Nebraska now operate as Eventide, a combined faith-based nonprofit with 2,000 employees serving 2,000 residents across Nebraska, Minnesota and North Dakota.
Rural Mainstreet index falls
The Rural Mainstreet Index fell below growth neutral in March to its lowest level since October 2025, according to Creighton University economist Ernie Goss. About 27.2% of rural bank CEOs surveyed across a 10-state region reported small business declines. The agricultural equipment sales index fell below growth neutral for the 31st consecutive month, with significant volatility tied to the 2026 conflict in Iran.
State rolls out manufacturing credential
The Nebraska State Chamber Foundation, the Nebraska Department of Labor and the state’s six community colleges launched a statewide Manufacturing Alliance Credential at Manufacturing Day at the Capitol on March 23. The initiative provides tuition-free, stackable training and stipends to more than 500 learners over two years, with the credential completable in six to eight weeks. A cohort of 13 students is already underway at Metropolitan Community College.
Nebraska lands grant for Tyson workers
The Nebraska Department of Labor received a $1.67 million federal Dislocated Worker Grant to expand services for workers laid off following the Tyson plant closure in Lexington. Funding supports individualized career services, job search assistance and job-specific training including certified nursing assistant and commercial driver’s license certification. The department held a hiring event and multilingual resume workshops March 26 at the Dawson County Fairgrounds.
SBA launches manufacturing loan program
The Small Business Administration has launched the 7(a) Manufacturers’ Access to Revolving Credit (MARC) Loan Program to support growth among U.S. manufacturing small businesses. The SBA is also waiving fees for 7(a) and 504 loans for fiscal year 2026. A new policy will bar foreign nationals from accessing SBA-guaranteed loans.
EPA issues emergency waiver for E15 fuel
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued an emergency fuel waiver allowing E15 fuel to be sold nationwide during summer 2026. Approved for vehicles model year 2001 or newer, the blend saves consumers an average of 10 cents per gallon compared to E10 and is available at roughly 140 Nebraska fueling stations. Nebraska drivers save at least $300 million annually by choosing ethanol blends. The Nebraska Ethanol Board continues to advocate for permanent congressional action.
Nebraska water task force reports
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen’s Water Quality and Quantity Task Force has delivered its first report outlining recommendations to protect the state’s water resources. Key priorities include improving water quality, reducing nitrate levels in groundwater and ensuring long-term sustainability of water supplies. The 20-person task force represents industries and businesses across the state. The full report is available at dnr.nebraska.gov.
Opus starts Papillion industrial project
Opus has broken ground on Highway 370 Logistics, a 168,486-square-foot Class A speculative industrial building in Papillion. Located near an Amazon fulfillment center, the site offers direct access to Interstate 80, Highway 370 and Highway 50. The building will feature a 32-foot clear height and 10 dock doors to meet growing demand for industrial space in the Omaha metro.
Lincoln Flats secures $31.6M
IPA Capital Markets, a division of Marcus & Millichap, arranged $31.6 million in refinancing for The Flats at Leighton District in Lincoln. The 234-unit multifamily and Class A retail property secured a fiveyear, full-term interest-only loan with a fixed rate of 6.28%. The property is located near the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Bank of America adds fourth Omaha Center
Bank of America opened its fourth financial center in Omaha on March 24 at the intersection of Saddle Creek and Dodge roads. The location is part of the bank’s plan to open 150 financial centers by 2027, backed by more than $5 billion in investment. The center provides in-person support for retail banking, lending and small business services.
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Chipotle, 7 Brew head to Council Bluffs
Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced plans to build its first Council Bluffs restaurant at the northeast corner of 30th Street and West Broadway. The 2,385-square-foot location will include indoor seating for 40, patio seating for 20 and a drive-thru, requiring demolition of an existing building. Construction is also underway on a 7 Brew Coffee location at 2901 W. Broadway at the site of a former U.S. Bank branch.
Council Bluffs cuts levy, but bills rise
The Council Bluffs City Council approved a 1.2% reduction in the property tax levy rate for 2027, but many homeowners will still pay more as rising property valuations offset the rate cut. Residents urged the council at a special meeting Monday to provide greater relief. City leaders say meaningful reform must come from the state level, including changes to how properties are assessed.
Council Bluffs clears River’s Edge deal
The Council Bluffs City Council approved agreements Monday with the Southwest Iowa Nonprofit for Collective Impact governing the River’s Edge riverfront development. The project — built and funded by SINC — includes the MidAmerican Energy Adventure Tower, a treetop walk, playground and dog park. The resolutions set conditions for transferring ownership to the city upon completion and established a $2 million maintenance fund. SINC will maintain each component for five years after completion.
124 UNMC students land residency matches
On Match Day, 124 senior medical students from the University of Nebraska Medical Center learned their residency placements for the next three to seven years. Of the graduating class, 34% will remain in Nebraska, with 31% staying at UNMC for training. Overall, 53% of the class matched into primary care specialties.
Chamber launches immigrant program
The Greater Omaha Chamber, in collaboration with the Center for Immigrant and Refugee Advancement, has launched MyCity Greater Omaha, a free initiative to advance civic engagement and leadership within Omaha’s immigrant and refugee populations. The first cohort of 24 participants began programming March 25. Participants who complete the program by May 20 are eligible for a $500 stipend and $1,000 scholarship.
Series features Flood, Ricketts
The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce’s Spring Congressional Reports series will feature U.S. Rep. Mike Flood on April 7 and U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts on May 6, both at Wilderness Ridge. The series gives business leaders direct access to Nebraska’s federal delegation. A Latino Connect HR & Hiring workshop is also scheduled for April 14.
O-PA’S TENASKA CENTER TO HOST COMMUNITY DAY APRIL 11 HIGHLIGHT
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The Tenaska Center is a state-of-the-art facility designed by Stephen Chu of Ennead Architects, featuring flexible studios and classrooms, community gathering spaces and abundant natural light — built to expand O-pa’s performing arts education and community engagement programs for students, educators, artists and the general public.
The celebration kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 19 and a free public open house on March 22. The grand opening period concludes with a Community Day on Saturday, April 11, at 9 a.m., open to the public.
The center completes the Holland Campus alongside the Holland Performing Arts Center and Steelhouse Omaha. As Nebraska’s largest performing arts organization, O-pa generates more than $61 million in annual economic impact across the region.
“This beautiful new space reflects our mission and core value that the performing arts are for everyone,” said Joan Squires, president of Omaha Performing Arts. For more information, visit o-pa.org.
Arts Center Opens Doors
RHONDA HAWKS SPEAKS AT THE TENASKA CENTER RIBBON CUTTING
MEG LAURITZEN DODGE, DAVID COTA, WHITNEY BAKER, CHRISTINA KAHLER, PHOTO BY JODI HAUPTMAN
O-PA BOARD MEMBER SHARLON RODGERS AND ARIKE DAVIES
O-PA BOARD MEMBER RODRIGO LOPEZ AND MARY LOPEZ
TENASKA CENTER RIBBON CUTTING
A CLOSER look
Life by Design PAUL WEST ON TIME PORTFOLIOS AND CIVIC LEADERSHIP
Q&A:
MBJ: You owned registered investment advisory before joining Carson. What did selling your own business teach you about advising business owners through exits, particularly what you could have only learned by being on the other side of that transaction?
PW: If you’re not in the shoes, it’s tough to give advice to people. If you haven’t worn those boots, it’s hard to be a player coach. For me, running a business and dealing with the trials and tribulations of “How do we hit payroll. How do we hire our next person? What happens when things don’t go right; that experience was so valuable because I can share things that went wrong for me and what went right. I think we all like to learn from people who have gone down the pathway of entrepreneurship and understand what it feels like.
MBJ: You co-founded the Apiary Social Club while serving as managing partner at Carson and serving on the chamber board. That’s adding another business on top of an already full plate. What problem were you trying to solve that Omaha’s existing clubs weren’t addressing?
PW: Omaha has grown as a city. We now have over a million people in our metro area. We’re a community-based city. People love to gather and connect but we don’t have a lot of places where people can do that. I wanted to build an organization where we created this opportunity for people to come in and work, for people to come in and build relationships, for people to hear and learn stories through our Infinite Stage or other parts of our networking program.
What we found is it’s created this beautiful cultural diversity organization where people actually build relationships, have meaningful conversations. Sometimes when you go to a bar or a coffee shop, it’s so loud you can’t hear. People want to talk and have real conversations. We don’t have TVs on in there showing what’s going on with the news or the weather. We want people to be focused on the person who’s sitting in front of them.
I traveled everywhere, from Chicago to New York to Charlotte to Atlanta to Philly, and they had these urban communities and places where people could gather that were comfortable for them. Country clubs foster environments where people just hang out with their local groups — their golf group, their tennis group, their swimming pool group — but they actually aren’t built for people to be super social inside of them. They say they are but so many people don’t golf, so many people don’t want to go play tennis, or go sit at the pool at a country club, but they want to be part of something.
I always go back to the beginning of time: civilizations were formed because people like to gather and like to get together. So it’s just creating a new environment for people to gather and have meaningful conversations.
MBJ: You’ve mentioned that when a business owner decides to sell, most people ask “How much money are you going to get?” But you’re asking, “What are you going to do with it?” Why is that second question more important?
PW: If you and I weren’t here tomorrow and they had a service for us, is somebody gonna go up on the pulpit and say, “Daisy had $4 million to her name, Paul had $12 million to his name”? I mean, only if we’re Warren Buffett, right? The reality is, they don’t know.
When people have money we like to talk about this next chapter for them and what do they want to do with it. They have a chance at what I call stewardship, stewardship for their family, their legacy, their pets, all of these things that are important for them. Money is intimidating for so many people. It’s scary. So we have to create for them this ability to understand: Are you gonna be safe? Are you
PAUL WEST, FROM PAGE 01
We now have over a million people in our metro area. We’re a community-based city. People love to gather and connect but we don’t have a lot of places where people can do that.
going to be OK? And ultimately learning people’s relationship with money and what does it mean to them.
If we exit our business and we’re having that glass of wine, ego gets into play here. Sometimes I lose my sense of identity when I exit. So the questions we’re asking them (was) really about your identity isn’t just your business, your identity is who you are as a human.
One of the concepts we came up with is the portfolio we’re going to build you that isn’t this pie chart full of how much money in stocks or bonds. Actually, the portfolio we want to build is what does your time portfolio look like? How much time do you spend traveling? How much time do you spend with family, with pets, exercise, reading? All those things that are really who you are as a person.
That opens the eyes for a lot of business owners. A lot of business owners don’t exit because their ego gets in the way and they don’t know how to identify themselves when they go out in public.
MBJ: You hold three advanced certifications beyond Certified Financial Planner. Which has proven the most valuable in actual client work and why did you choose to pursue all three rather than specialize in one area?
PW: The CExP, Certified Exit Planner. I’ve worn the entrepreneurial boots. I had to set up my own LLC, figure out how to structure it. I’m not a CPA and I’m not an attorney. I am what I call a strategist and my job is to provide strategy.
But I’m gonna throw a second answer on here: which one means the most to me in my heart? The CAP, Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy. I love, love helping families figure out their stewardship and I don’t care if it means they give $100 or $100 million. I love that designation because I love facilitating the conversation and seeing what’s important to them. Do they enjoy helping youth? Do they enjoy helping the senior community? Not everybody wants to and that’s OK, but I love working with families that want to talk about their stewardship and their values.
The CAP requires a lot of the technical skills of how does the charitable remainder trust work, how does a gift annuity work, all the technical components. I love having the real-life components on: Are you a sprinkler giver where you give a little bit everywhere because they come and ask you? Or are you looking for a meaningful gift through your faith, through whatever is important to you, whether it’s children and Make-A-Wish or seniors through the Dreamweaver Foundation?
That designation for me is inspirational. I want to help people make what I call meaningful gifts, whether that’s time, talent or treasure.
MBJ: You now chair the Greater Omaha Chamber board, and you serve on six other boards. That’s easily 20 to 30 hours a month. What specific parts of your wealth management practice have you had to sacrifice or delegate to make room for that civic work?
PW: I don’t do anything I don’t want to do. The organizations that are listed, the people I spend my time with, I do it on purpose. I say “no” way, way, way more than I say “yes.” I actually have a grid for myself personally for where I am volunteering my time, but volunteering doesn’t mean volunteering for an organization. It just means where am I giving my time outside of Carson, my family and other responsibilities I have.
As people ask me to join boards and do stuff, I have a capacity chart. What do I have capacity in terms of? Remember earlier I talked about building a time portfolio? Well, I have one of those for myself too. If somebody says, “Hey Paul, we want you to join United Way,” or “We want you to join this or that,” if I don’t have time capacity, my answer is no. Even if I’m passionate about it and it hits my heart, I realize I can’t give there.
The best thing I’ve done at Carson is I have delegated and I’ve hired some really awesome people and let them run. At the end of the day, even as leaders, our job is to be developing the talent to take our roles.
MBJ: Through the chamber, you’ve advocated for business issues like reductions to Nebraska’s income tax. When you’re working with ultra-high-net-worth clients who benefit from these policies, how do you separate your role as a business advocate from your fiduciary duty to individual clients?
PW: I always say I’m wearing two hats. When I’m in a conversation, my rule I live by is: Am I wearing my Carson hat or am I wearing my chamber hat? You can literally see me moving. I shift my body language. So you know what, here’s my chamber opinion on this. Here’s my Carson
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opinion on this. I separate them. I’m very clear on that, and I have to be.
But as you also heard from me, my heart passion is what else can we be doing with the money we have? I use the word stewardship all the time. Is that with the family? Is it with charitable causes? Every family unit gets to make their own decision but it’s not just for hoarding. It’s for what else would you want to do with it?
QUICK HITS
YOU HAVE TWINS PLUS A THIRD. YOU’VE LIVED THROUGH THE CHAOS OF HAVING MULTIPLE KIDS AT ONCE. WHAT IS ONE LESSON YOU’VE LEARNED FROM RAISING TWINS THAT ACTUALLY APPLIES TO MANAGING WEALTH? TREAT THEM AS THE UNIQUE PEOPLE THEY ARE.
WHAT IS A MOVIE QUOTE THAT ABSOLUTELY DOES NOT DESCRIBE YOUR APPROACH TO LIFE OR TO BUSINESS? GORDON GEKKO: “GREED IS GOOD.” DOESN’T DESCRIBE ME. GREEDY PEOPLE ARE SOME OF THE PEOPLE THAT CONCERN ME THE MOST. GREED IS OFTEN FOR SELF-INTEREST AND NOT ALWAYS FOR THE RIGHT REASONS. THERE’S MANY REASONS TO BUILD WEALTH AND GREED’S NOT ONE OF THEM.
YOU’RE IN CHARGE OF CHOOSING THE FOOD FOR A BOARD MEETING. WHAT DO YOU CHOOSE AND WHEN WILL IT BE SERVED? SUSHI. I LOVE SUSHI. YOU CAN NIBBLE ON IT ACTUALLY IF YOU WANT AND IT WON’T MAKE A BIG MESS. WHEN WILL IT BE SERVED? AT THE END.
IF YOU COULD NO LONGER WORK IN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, WHAT WOULD YOU DO INSTEAD? ONCE I HANG UP MY CARSON BOOTS, YOU’RE PROBABLY GONNA SEE ME SITTING IN THE APIARY JUST GIVING BUSINESS ADVICE FOR FREE TO PEOPLE AND JUST CHATTING AND HAVING CONVERSATIONS. I LOVE “GET BUSY LIVING OR GET BUSY DYING.” GET BUSY LIVING IS HAVING REAL AND MEANINGFUL CONVERSATIONS WITH PEOPLE, SOME FORM OF COACH. IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE IN WEALTH MANAGEMENT — LIFE AND STRATEGY.
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GOLDEN CIRCLE awards
MBJ TO PRESENT OMAHA LEADERS GOLDEN CIRCLE AWARDS
BY MBJ STAFF | PHOTOGRAPHY CONTRIBUTED BY DEBRA S. KAPLAN AND ANDEE HOIG
Business success is easy to measure, legacy is not. Midlands Business Journal is presenting its inaugural Golden Circle Awards, recognizing seven leaders whose impact on Omaha reaches well beyond the bottom line and into classrooms, boardrooms, clinics and communities that are better because of their work. The awards will be presented May 5 at The Durham Museum as part of MBJ’s Golden Jubilee celebration.
Legacy Leadership Award
Mike and Gail Yanney
MBJ is honoring a pioneering couple who built successful careers in business and health care, then channeled their achievements into transformational community impact — from youth mentorship to world-class medical education — creating a legacy that spans multiple generations. Mike Yanney passed away Feb. 14, 2026.
Mike founded and led Burlington Capital, originally America First Companies, into a national success. Dr. Gail Walling Yanney graduated from the UNMC College of Medicine, where she later served as a clinical instructor, and practiced as an anesthesiologist for more than 20 years. After retiring from medicine, she served as executive director of the Clarkson Foundation and on the board of directors of The Nebraska Medical Center.
Their influence extends across generations, from mentorship programs that helped thousands of disadvantaged children, to scholarships for struggling students, to leading major initiatives like the iEXCEL/Davis Global Center that will educate health care professionals for decades to come
Mike and Gail Yanney embodied humble leadership — working tirelessly behind the scenes while seeking no recognition, yet their involvement became synonymous with success and ethical excellence across countless organizations.
Their unwavering support of UNMC/Nebraska Medicine — the state’s No. 1 employer — helped position the institution to become what Mike called the potential “Silicon Valley of Medicine,” demonstrating how their business acumen translated into visionary economic development for the entire state.
Married on Christmas Day 1960, their union combined Mike’s business drive with Gail’s medical expertise and their shared “huge dose of compassion for others” to create what leaders describe as “a legacy that will live on for generations.”
Perseverance & Impact Award
Johnny “The Jet” Rodgers
This isn’t just about his Heisman Trophy or his legendary status as Nebraska’s “Player of the Century.” Johnny Rodgers is being honored for what he has built in the more than 40 years since he left the field.
Rodgers demonstrated real entrepreneurial execution by founding sports marketing, memorabilia and event promotion businesses. His role as vice president of new business development at Rural Media Group showed he could compete at scale with a company reaching more than 19 million households nationwide. Being named Entrepreneur of the Year wasn’t ceremonial; it recognized that he created jobs and economic activity in North Omaha when he could have taken his talents anywhere else.
The Jet Award Foundation is where his impact becomes undeniable. Since 2016, Rodgers has built one of Omaha’s most effective workforce development programs, with 125 scholarship recipients currently enrolled at Metropolitan Community College, nearly 100 students who have earned degrees in career and technical education, and more than 250 students served overall. The annual Jet Award Gala consistently sells out with more than 700 attendees.
Those aren’t just numbers. They’re young people with credentials, careers and futures they might not have had otherwise.
He stayed, he built, he gave back and he never left North Omaha behind. His story of redemption shows young people that setbacks don’t define them; their response does. That’s not merely a success story. That’s legacy leadership.
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Entrepreneurial Excellence Award
Willy Theisen
It started with a broken-down Ford Falcon on the side of a Nebraska road. Theisen was headed to California when his car gave out in Omaha — and the city never let him go. A handshake deal and a napkin-written business plan later, Godfather’s Pizza was born, growing at a staggering pace — one new location every 60 hours — until it became the third-largest pizza chain in the country by 1983, with nearly 1,000 locations across America.
Now in his 80s, Theisen has not slowed down. He mentors through RISE, a program supporting incarcerated individuals, holds board positions with the Omaha Airport Authority, Creighton University and MECA, and has been inducted into the Nebraska Business & Commerce Hall of Fame. His story is proof that sometimes the best thing that can happen is a breakdown in exactly the right place.
Industry Pioneer Award
Mike Cassling
The Industry Pioneer Award celebrates leaders who transformed family businesses into industry-leading enterprises, pioneering new sectors that positioned the Midlands as a leader in emerging fields.
Cassling took what his father started in 1984 as a medical equipment company and built it into a multi-state health care technology leader through Cassling and CQuence Health Group, pioneering how health care organizations across the region access and implement advanced medical technology.
As founding chair of the Nebraska Tech Collaborative, Cassling has built the region’s technology ecosystem, ensuring the next generation has the infrastructure and support to innovate here. He saw possibilities others didn’t, built an industry rather than just a company, and invested in his community’s capacity to thrive.
Women’s Trailblazer Award
Cella Quinn
At a time when few women held leadership roles in financial services, Quinn charted a bold path. She didn’t just claim a seat at the table — she built new ones for others. Quinn demonstrated the financial acumen and courage to challenge norms and redefine what leadership looks like for women in business.
For decades, Quinn has intentionally created women’s networking groups, mentorship circles and professional infrastructures designed to empower others. These spaces — rooted in trust, collaboration and opportunity — became lifelines for countless women seeking guidance in industries that had long excluded them.
Quinn understood that leadership is about legacy, not spotlight. Her approach to mentorship multiplied her influence as the women she empowered went on to mentor others, forming a chain of support that continues to uplift generations. Today, her legacy lives in the confidence, ambition and leadership of those who followed her example.
Community Champion Award
John L. Hoich
First featured in MBJ in 1976 as an 18-year-old helping youth find jobs, Hoich has spent more than 50 years turning his story of overcoming childhood trauma into pathways for others. He funded The Stephen Center’s John L. Hoich Center for Recovery — transforming the bar connected to an abuser into a place of healing — giving 64 people annually a second chance at life through residential addiction treatment.
His impact extends across generations through endowed scholarships at UNO and Westside, where the Alumni House bears his name. As trustee of the Charles E. Lakin Foundation, Hoich has championed access to education and economic resilience for countless individuals and families.
His attorney Fritz Stehlik captures his character perfectly: “He’s a self-made person and a lot of times self-made people step on others to get where they are and John’s never done that. He’s always taken the right path.”
With perfect Rotary attendance spanning five decades and service on more than 30 boards, Hoich embodies the Rotarian motto: “Service above self.” Helping others isn’t just part of his mission, it is his mission.
FINANCIAL LITERACY month
BY DWAIN HEBDA
A Question of Balance
PROFITABILITY IS ONE THING, BUT CASH FLOW IS EVERYTHING
Cash flow challenges are some of the most common issues facing small and midsized businesses, even when sales are strong.
Much has been said and written about America’s financial illiteracy crisis, the condition by which individuals do not understand the most basic elements of their money, from credit to saving to managing expenses. Such illiteracy often hampers people’s growth and quality of life, leading them into excessive debt and a vicious cycle of robbing Peter to pay Paul twice a month to cover bills.
Not as much is said about what happens when these same monetary misconceptions occur in the business world, particularly among entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that affix their gaze to the wrong levers on the company’s balance sheet. Such is the case today when many SMBs are finding themselves profit rich but liquidity poor and the challenges this poses for long-term success.
“Cash flow challenges are some of the most common issues facing small and midsized businesses, even when sales are strong,” said Ben Tiffany, treasury management officer at Bankers Trust. “Often the problem isn’t a lack of revenue, but a mismatch in timing between when money comes in and when it goes out.
“Slow customer payments, long billing terms and late invoices can cause accounts receivable to grow while cash remains limited. At the same time, businesses must cover immediate obligations such as payroll, rent and supplier payments, creating pressure on day-to-day liquidity.”
Kevin Svec, senior vice president-business banking at Centris Federal Credit Union, said cash flow issues are often the cause of great stress to the business owner, especially once the cash in-cash out mechanism gets out of sync.
“For businesses that invoice for their products or services, the lack of timely receipt of payment can be a significant stress point,” he said. “The lack of proper financial management can also create cash flow issues. For example, purchasing long-term assets with short-term operating funds can create a liquidity shortfall.
“This only intensifies during more challenging economic times where the negative impact can be more significant during a stagnate or contracting economy when the flow of funds generally declines. Recently, the higher interest rates and inflation levels during the past couple of years have increased operating expenses for many businesses. Due to the requirement to fund those higher
— BEN TIFFANY, TREASURY MANAGEMENT OFFICER, BANKERS TRUST
costs, cash flows need to be adjusted until revenue can ‘catch up.’”
Under such conditions, SMBs can find themselves backed into any number of financial corners, resorting to less-than-ideal strategies to try and stay afloat. In its most recent Intelligence Report, Pymnts reported about half of SMBs exist hand-to-mouth in the hopes of riding out their current situation.
“Overall, the report highlights the crucial role of financing in SMB stability and growth while also identifying disparities in access and utilization,” the company reported. “About half of SMBs rely on immediate sales or existing cash for survival, with business credit cards — which are not a working capital solution — being the most common form of financing for those with access.”
There are other levers that founders and C-suite types often pull in the wrong direction that exacerbate the situation, many of them rooted in outdated thinking concerning basic financial concepts and tax opportunities. For example, Fortune magazine pointed to large equipment purchases made outright versus leveraging financing options as a major misstep, especially if that equipment isn’t used to capacity to recoup the investment.
“Equipment acquisition strategies must now be evaluated through a dual lens: operational need and liquidity impact,” the magazine noted. “Buying mission-critical equipment outright drains cash reserves, leaving businesses exposed to unforeseen disruptions. Equipment sitting idle or fully depreciated on the books could be monetized or refinanced to inject working capital.
“In today’s climate, capital flexibility is a key differentiator. CFOs are shifting focus from ownership to access (and) prioritizing financial agility over asset accumulation.”
Steve Lindaman, vice president of commercial and mortgage at Veridian Credit Union, said timing issues are critical in a range of other scenarios affecting liquidity.
“Many businesses wait 30 to 60 days or longer for payment after delivering their product or service. Managing expenses in that waiting period can be difficult, especially for a growing business,” he said. “Cash flow pressure is also often tied to supply chain challenges, particularly when materials or products are sourced internationally. That can slow project completion and further delay income.
“In most cases, cash flow concerns tend to be seasonal and follow patterns tied to a business’s industry or sales cycle. In some cases, they can be addressed with adjustments to the business model. Identifying and addressing these fundamentals early can make a meaningful difference.”
The higher interest rates and inflation levels during the past couple years have increased operating expenses for many businesses.
— KEVIN SVEC, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT-BUSINESS BANKING, CENTRIS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
Avoiding such cash flow pinch points starts with effective planning. Here again, taking a comprehensive view of things is crucial, assessing financials on multiple levels and making adjustments knowing how one hand washes the other.
Tiffany said a good example of this is understanding
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“Net cash flow and accrual-based net income measure two different aspects of business performance,” he said. “Accrual-based net income reflects profitability by recognizing revenue when it is earned and expenses when they are incurred, regardless of when cash changes hands. This metric helps leadership understand whether the business model is economically sound and whether growth, pricing and operations are creating long-term value.
“Net cash flow tracks the actual movement of cash in and out of the business and answers a more immediate question: can the company pay its bills, employees, lenders and taxes when they come due? Net cash flow reveals short-term financial reality, while accrual-based net income provides insight into sustainability and performance over time.”
Kim Preheim, lead senior adviser, small business banking with FNBO, said companies seeking to tighten up their cash flow processes should take a hard look at themselves and their organizations to recognize where understanding and savvy might be lacking.
“It’s important to start with a basic understanding how the company generates revenue and gets paid,” he said. “From there, we encourage them to set up a savings account and set achievable goals around making disciplined contributions. In other words, set aside money regularly to create reserves. We also encourage regular income and expense reviews, follow-up on past-due invoices, and establishing access to credit that best suits the need.
“For example, a business credit card is a good tool for purchasing materials. As long as the statement balance is paid monthly, using a card extends a business owner’s cash flow float without incurring interest expense, with the potential of earning cash back if offered by the card issuer.”
Another good resource many businesses utilize are lines of credit and here again, thorough understanding of the product is key, Svec said.
“Working capital lines of credit are a good source of liquidity when cash flow becomes tight. However, they do come with a cost,” he said. “Due to the inherent risks, interest rates can be higher for a line of credit than other types of loans. However, if managed appropriately, whereas the borrowed funds are paid back upon receipt of payment, interest costs can be held to a minimum.”
Preheim was particularly adamant about heading off those things that create unnecessary cash crises, both through company actions and actions taken by others.
“We encourage clients to establish fraud prevention tools,” he said. “Oftentimes, these products are fee-based and also require daily action on the business owner’s part, which can be challenging for those that ‘wear all the hats.’ But compared to a significant fraud event, the expense and time required are, by and large, a fraction of the damage it can prevent.”
Of course, all of the professionals interviewed recommended the help of an advisory team to help a business owner plan for the unexpected and avoid pinch points before they start.
“We’re here to be a trusted partner, not just a financial institution,” Lindaman said. “We serve as a connector, bringing together local resources such as local Small Business Administration offices, CPAs, attorneys and other business advisers. By collaborating with these experts, we help position business owners for long-term success through guidance that extends well beyond banking alone.”
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HARRISON FINANCIAL SERVICES EXPANDS AS DEMAND GROWS WEALTH management
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TIM HARRISON FOUNDER AND CEO
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Harrison Financial Services, an affiliate of Northwestern Mutual, led by founder and CEO Tim Harrison, has launched a new service offering designed to meet the evolving needs of high-complexity families and business owners.
The new platform, Harrison Family Office Services (HFOS), reflects a shift the firm has observed over more than three decades serving clients whose financial lives have become increasingly complex.
Harrison said the idea for HFOS developed through consistent client conversations.
“Over time, one of the most consistent needs we heard from clients was how to better prepare the next generation to be better stewards of their wealth,” he said. “That ultimately led us to build something more structured around continuity and long-term decision-making.”
The launch responds to growing demand within the Omaha market. According to Harrison, families and business owners in the region have been asking for more coordinated support without having to build a full family office infrastructure themselves.
HFOS is designed to provide capabilities similar to a single-family office while remaining accessible to families who do not want the burden of building and managing that infrastructure. The firm becomes the central point of coordination, aligning legal, tax, investment and planning strategies under one cohesive approach.
“We serve as the integrator,” Harrison said. “Our role is to bring visibility and coordination across everything, so decisions aren’t being made in isolation.”
A key driver for developing HFOS is the misalignment many clients experience when working with multiple advisers. Harrison said families often have individual professionals in place but lack alignment across those relationships.
Clients face complexity as their wealth grows, particularly across entities, investments and philanthropic efforts.
“A common challenge we see is fragmentation. Clients often have multiple advisers operating independently, without a cohesive strategy,” he said. “Our role is to bring those pieces together into a coordinated, intentional plan.”
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HFOS builds on the firm’s existing high-net-worth planning model by introducing an additional layer of financial infrastructure and administrative support for clients whose needs have grown more complex. The family office model adds centralized coordination and day-to-day financial management. That includes consolidated reporting across entities and investments, as well as support for financial administration such as bill payment and cash flow coordination.
“There’s always been a level of execution in how we serve clients,” Harrison said.
“This is really about adding another layer for families who have more to manage and want it handled in a more coordinated way.”
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Planning across life stages
Harrison Financial Services works with more than 100 families across multiple generations, Harrison said, and often hears concerns about how to best prepare for both current and future complexity.
“There’s a consistent question we hear: how do we prepare the next generation for what they’re inheriting?” he said. “Families want to be thoughtful about that, and they want a framework to support those conversations.”
Family office services are designed to support clients through structured education, governance and long-term planning.
Chief Growth Officer Abby Arcishewsky said the offering reflects a more comprehensive approach to serving clients whose needs extend beyond traditional planning.
“We work alongside families as a strategic partner,” Arcishewsky said. “Our focus is helping them navigate important decisions across their financial lives in a way that feels coordinated and intentional.”
She emphasized that the family office model is about creating alignment.
“When everything is connected, decisions become more straightforward,” she said. “That’s where we can add the most value.”
The HFOS team brings an impressive depth of experience and credentials, allowing the firm to address the most complex legal and financial factors.
“Our team brings deep technical expertise across advanced estate planning, investment strategy, and wealth structures,” Harrison said. “We have 30-plus postgraduate credentials in the advanced wealth space that allow us to have different lens on complex situations.”
For Harrison Financial Services, the launch represents an evolution of its existing work and a formal step forward in how those services are delivered.
“We’ve been doing elements of this for years,” Harrison said. “HFOS is about bringing it together in a more defined and intentional way.”
Arcishewsky said the approach is based on the needs of each client.
“HFOS is not a one-size-fits-all solution — it’s a fully customized, integrated approach designed around the unique needs of each client,” she said. “Families and business owners at this level are effectively operating complex financial enterprises, and our role is to help bring structure, coordination and follow-through across everything they’re managing.”
Harrison said the firm’s role is to help clients navigate the scale and responsibility that comes with success.
“We’re fortunate to work with families and business owners doing a lot of meaningful things,” Harrison said. “Our role is to help bring structure around that in a way that supports a better life, legacy and community.”
Nebraska Banking in Flux
M&A, RATE PRESSURE AND STATE FISCAL WOES DEFINE Q2 BANKING
BY DAISY HUTZELL-RODMAN
Clients want to stay liquid, keep some dry powder available, and make sure they’re in a good position to act if opportunities come up later this year.
Nebraska business owners and financial executives are entering the second quarter facing a banking environment that is simultaneously tightening and consolidating — one in which access to capital, lending relationships and the rules of borrowing are all in motion at once.
— BRIAN ELSASSER, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMERCIAL BANKING, SECURITY NATIONAL BANK
The Middle East conflict that escalated in mid-February accelerated several pressure points that were already building and the cumulative picture warrants attention from any business that borrows, invests or plans to grow.
Rates: relief is further away
The clearest signal for business borrowers is on rates. S&P Global Ratings now projects just one Federal Reserve rate cut of 25 basis points late in 2026, followed by an additional 75 basis points in 2027, which is a materially slower path toward relief than markets anticipated at the start of the year.
The culprit is inflation that was already sticky before energy prices spiked. According to FNBO Chief Investment Officer Rusty Vanneman’s March 18 market commentary, the Fed’s preferred gauge, core personal consumption expenditures, stood at 3.1% before the most recent surge in oil prices. S&P Global now expects headline inflation to approach 4% this spring.
For businesses carrying variable-rate debt or planning capital investments, financing costs are not coming down soon. According to S&P Global Ratings, 30-year mortgage rates are expected to average between 5.5% and 6% over the next two years, keeping commercial real estate and residential development under pressure.
Brian Elsasser, senior vice president of commercial banking at Security National Bank, says his clients have largely come to terms with that reality.
“It’s a more disciplined approach, not hesitation,” he said. “Capital spending has not stopped, but it is definitely more selective.”
Refinancing activity has slowed, particularly for borrowers who locked in favorable rates in prior years.
“More of the conversation has shifted to balance sheet management, working capital efficiency, and preserving flexibility,” Elsasser said. “Clients want to stay liquid, keep some dry powder available, and make sure they’re in a good position to act if opportunities come up later this year.”
Vanneman framed the broader challenge plainly, describing a “three-headed monster” facing businesses and investors: energy prices, interest rates and credit spreads. These, and the U.S. dollar, are all moving higher simultaneously. Bank stocks are among the worst performers in the S&P 500 this year, down more than 10% through mid-March, according to Vanneman’s commentary. S&P Global puts recession risk at 30%, up from roughly 20% before the conflict escalated.
Credit quality: watching the details
With the macro environment less forgiving, bankers are paying closer attention to their portfolios. Elsasser said Security National Bank’s book is still performing well but the watchpoints have sharpened.
“We’re paying especially close attention to cash flow durability, particularly in sectors facing margin pressure from labor costs, insurance and other input expenses,” he said. “We’re also closely watching working capital trends, things like inventory movement, receivables aging and how quickly businesses are actually turning earnings into cash. That’s often where you first start to see signs of pressure.”
Elsasser added that the bank has shifted toward a more proactive posture. That vigilance
comes as the banking landscape itself is shifting in ways that will affect borrower relationships across the metro.
“We’re not just reacting to financial statements. We’re trying to understand their operating plans, what they’re seeing in the market and how they’d respond if conditions tighten.”
Consolidation reshapes landscape
While macro conditions tighten, the competitive map of Nebraska banking is being redrawn. Wisconsin-based Associated Bank has agreed to acquire Omaha’s American National Bank in an all-stock transaction valued at $604 million, with closing expected in the second quarter. The acquisition adds $5.3 billion in assets, $3.8 billion in loans and $4.7 billion in deposits to Associated’s balance sheet, along with 33 branches across Nebraska, Minnesota and Iowa, positioning it as the No. 2 bank in the Omaha metro by deposit market share.
American National, founded in 1856, built its reputation around middle-market and family-owned businesses. Co-CEO Wende Kotouc will join Associated’s board and an Omaha advisory board will be established.
Separately, Bank of America opened its fourth Omaha financial center March 24 at Saddle Creek and Dodge, part of a more than $5 billion national network investment, according to the company. Bank of America plans 150 new financial centers nationally by 2027.
Bank mergers and acquisitions surged in 2025, with the third quarter seeing the most dealmaking in four years, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence, driven by technology costs, succession pressures and the need for scale. For business borrowers, that consolidation wave carries a practical consequence: more lending relationships in transition just as access to capital is tightening elsewhere.
A capital channel narrows
One of those pressure points is federal. Effective 30 days after a March 9 notice, the U.S. Small Business Administration is barring foreign nationals and non-citizens from all SBAguaranteed loan programs, including the 7(a) and 504 programs as well as the Surety Bond and Microloan programs. In fiscal year 2025, approximately 3,358 SBA loans — roughly 4% of total approvals — went to businesses with at least partial lawful permanent resident ownership, according to the agency. For Nebraska businesses in that category, a major federally backed capital channel has closed.
The state fiscal wild card
A revised revenue forecast from the Nebraska Economic Forecasting Advisory Board has pushed the state’s projected budget shortfall back above $300 million, driven largely by an expected $110 million drop in corporate income tax collections over two years. The Tyson Foods beef plant closure in Lexington is among the contributing factors, and Appropriations Committee Chair Sen. Rob Clements has said deeper spending cuts, cash reserve draws and reconsideration of planned income tax reductions are all under consideration.
Elsasser said Security National Bank is monitoring the situation closely, particularly for clients tied to government contracts. His broader outlook, however, remains grounded.
“We’re mostly hearing that projects are delayed rather than cancelled, so reviewing balance sheets and their capacity to wait out the delays becomes important,” he said. “Our approach hasn’t changed. Nebraska businesses have been resilient through many cycles, and we still see strong opportunities to lend responsibly while supporting local economic stability.”
Wealth in Transition
TWO LEGAL SHIFTS RESHAPE NEBRASKA WEALTH PLANNING
BY CHRIS HATCH AND DAISY HUTZELL-RODMAN
Nobody’s getting out of this alive. At least have those discussions. Maybe you don’t get anything done, but maybe you’ve at least talked to people — maybe it facilitates a discussion at home or with your key employees.
Two developments unfolding on parallel tracks are reshaping the conversations Nebraska business owners are having about wealth, succession and retirement security.
LB 1160, introduced in the 109th Legislature’s second session and advancing through the Unicameral this spring, would modernize Nebraska’s estate and trust statutes, aligning provisions of the Uniform Probate Code with the Uniform Trust Code. The bill cleared the Judiciary Committee in February and was placed on General File. If enacted, most provisions would take effect late summer 2026, with a separate set of changes — inflation-adjusted financial protections for surviving
— NICHOLAS MEYSENBURG, ATTORNEY, DVORAK LAW GROUP
spouses and minor children — taking effect Jan. 1, 2027. Meanwhile, Executive Order 14330, signed by President Donald Trump on Aug. 7, 2025, has set in motion a federal rulemaking process that could, for the first time, open standard 401(k) plans to private equity, real estate and digital assets.
Neither development is cause for alarm, according to attorneys and financial advisers working with Nebraska companies. Both are cause for conversation.
Bill targets estate gaps
Nebraska’s estate and trust statutes have long carried a meaningful inconsistency:
rules governing how wills are interpreted have not always applied the same way to trusts, creating potential for disputes over ambiguous language and unintended outcomes in estate administration.
LB 1160 would address that inconsistency, and in doing so, clarify several scenarios that have caused real-world complications for Nebraska families and business owners.
Nicholas Meysenburg, an attorney with Dvorak Law Group in Omaha, describes the legislation as more of a cleanup bill than a sweeping overhaul.
“I view it more as a cleanup and administrative bill — clarifying some open questions as opposed to big changes in substantive law,” Meysenburg said.
The bill’s most significant provision is the codification of the “negative will” concept. Nebraska law already allows a person to explicitly disinherit someone who might otherwise inherit under the state’s default intestacy rules — the statutory framework that governs how assets pass when someone dies without a valid estate plan. The problem arises when an estate plan fails to distribute all assets — for instance, when named beneficiaries predecease the testator. Current law can revert excluded assets back through intestacy, potentially directing them to the very person the decedent intended to cut out.
LB 1160 would close that gap.
“What this bill does is clarify that if you have intentionally provided for the exclusion of somebody from your estate plan, then that also prohibits them from inheriting under intestacy so that they don’t take by essentially unintended consequences,” Meysenburg said.
The practical result: if a will explicitly excludes a third child and the other named beneficiaries have predeceased the testator, the estate would pass to the next generation — grandchildren, for instance — rather than defaulting to the excluded
heir. The disinheritance clause would follow the asset, even when the estate plan itself fails.
The bill would also extend to trusts a protection that already exists for wills: no-contest clauses would become unenforceable when a challenger has probable cause to bring a claim.
No-contest clauses are a common tool in business succession planning, designed to discourage frivolous challenges, particularly when a business is transitioning to an active child rather than passing equally among all heirs. The risk, Meysenburg explained, is that such clauses can also suppress legitimate challenges when something genuinely went wrong.
“If you have probable cause to contest the validity of this — if by all legitimate basis, when you pulled the trigger on filing that lawsuit, you knew something wasn’t right — we’re not going to disinherit you even if you wound up losing that fight,” he said. “It’s intended to be some protection for the legitimate complaint.”
Business owners with complex succession arrangements would see a straightforward result: no-contest clauses in trusts would carry the same probablecause exception that wills already do. The clause would still function as a deterrent against bad-faith litigation; it simply could not silence challenges backed by genuine evidence of incapacity, undue influence or fraud.
LB 1160 would also update the financial floors protecting surviving spouses and minor children — homestead allowances, exempt property provisions and family allowances — adjusting figures upward for inflation for the first time in a significant period. Those changes would take effect Jan. 1, 2027.
Business owners with existing wills or trusts have reason to consult with their attorneys now, regardless of final passage. The legislative session runs through April
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Wealth in Transition
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17. Reviewing documents before the law potentially changes around them is the recommended course.
Meysenburg’s broader message is direct: the bill is not alarming. Inaction is.
“Nobody’s getting out of this alive,” he said. “At least have those discussions. Maybe you don’t get anything done, but maybe you’ve at least talked to people — maybe it facilitates a discussion at home or with your key employees.”
A federal 401(k) shift
The other shift is federal in scope but directly relevant to any Nebraska company that sponsors a retirement plan.
Trump signed Executive Order 14330 on Aug. 7, 2025, directing the Department of Labor to reduce regulatory barriers that have historically kept alternative assets — private equity, private credit, real estate and digital assets — out of definedcontribution plans like 401(k)s. Five days later, the DOL rescinded Biden-era guidance that had discouraged plan fiduciaries from considering private equity in retirement investment menus.
The order set a 180-day deadline — Feb. 3, 2026 — that the agency missed, in part due to a government shutdown and significant staffing reductions within its Employee Benefits Security Administration. The rulemaking has continued moving forward, however. The White House Office of Management and Budget cleared a proposed rule in late March and returned it to the DOL for publication and public comment.
Neil Gilfedder, chief investment officer at Edelman Financial Engines, cautions that the order does not represent a fundamental restructuring of how 401(k) plans work.
“This isn’t a major overhaul of the typical 401(k),” Gilfedder said. “It simply gives employers the option to consider whether certain investment types belong in their
— NEIL GILFEDDER, CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER, EDELMAN FINANCIAL ENGINES
401(k) plan without requiring them to make any changes.”
Alternative assets carry a real but complicated risk-return profile. Private equity and private credit have generated strong long-term returns in institutional portfolios, but the same characteristics that make them attractive — illiquidity, complexity and infrequent valuation — create challenges in the 401(k) context, where participants may need access to their money and expect to understand what they own.
Plan fiduciaries — business owners and HR directors who administer company retirement plans — bear the legal weight of those tradeoffs.
“Adding complex, illiquid or opaque investments without a thoughtful evaluation may increase potential litigation risk, especially if employees don’t understand what they’re invested in or can’t access their money when they expect to,” Gilfedder said.
That litigation risk has drawn the attention of the U.S. Supreme Court, which granted certiorari in January in Anderson v. Intel Corp. A federal appeals court had allowed ERISA fiduciary-breach claims challenging private equity allocations to survive the pleading stage. The eventual ruling could set the standard for what constitutes prudent process when plan sponsors consider alternative investments.
Gilfedder argues the most valuable conversations business owners can have with their advisers do not require final regulatory guidance to begin.
“Business owners should be asking: What are the needs of my employees? How much do they save? When do they need access to their money? What level of complexity is appropriate for them?” he said. “Those questions take time to evaluate, and they won’t change when final rules are printed.”
Estate law and retirement planning are pointing Nebraska business owners toward the same conclusion. The window for preparation is open. The question is whether they choose to use it.
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There comes a point when we exhale
Weekly Market Commentary
Markets rarely decline in a way that feels orderly or comfortable. Instead, drawdowns tend to arrive with a sense of unease, an environment where every headline feels heavier than the last and the path forward looks increasingly uncertain. We believe that is the backdrop we find ourselves in today.
Ongoing conflict in the Middle East has introduced new pressure points across oil markets, global shipping routes and broader geopolitical stability. The result has been a market that is grinding lower, now down roughly 7% from recent highs, with volatility that feels far more painful than the numbers alone might suggest.
What makes moments like this particularly challenging is the mental trap they create. If the situation worsens — if energy flows are disrupted or tensions escalate — it is easy to envision markets falling further. That instinct often leads investors to consider “doing something.” But history shows that the act of reacting — moving to cash, waiting for clarity, and attempting to reenter later — can be more damaging than the drawdown itself. The hardest question is not when to get out, but when to get back in and more often than not, those decisions compound into missed opportunities over time.
It is also important to recognize that this is not isolated to U.S. equities. Over the past
month, weaknesses have been broad-based. International markets are down mid-single digits, gold has pulled back and even bonds have experienced modest declines. In other words, this is not a sign of something fundamentally “breaking,” but rather a repricing of risk across global assets. While scenarios such as a prolonged disruption to global energy could increase stress on the system, particularly if a meaningful portion of supply is impacted, we are not currently seeing the types of dislocations that typically precede more severe market events.
None of this makes the experience more comfortable but it does make it more normal. Periods like this are a necessary feature of healthy markets, not a flaw. They are often the cost associated with pursuing long-term returns. Our role in these environments is not to predict every twist in geopolitical developments but to remain disciplined in how we respond. That means staying grounded in a long-term plan, avoiding reactionary decisions, and recognizing that while uncertainty may feel elevated in the moment, it is rarely permanent.
Unless otherwise cited, the statements and commentary provided are opinions of Harrison Financial Services as of March 25, 2026, and are subject to change. There is no guarantee that any forecasts made will come to pass. This material does not constitute investment advice and is not intended as an endorsement of any specific investment or security. Please remember that all investments carry some level of risk, including the potential loss of principal invested. Indexes are unmanaged and cannot be invested in directly. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Diversification and strategic asset allocation do not assure profit or protect against loss.
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JEFF KARLS, CO-OWNER, QUASAR DRIVE-IN THEATER
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Bio:
A native of Kennard, Jeff Karls is co-owner of the Quasar Drive-in Theater in Valley in addition to his job as product manager for Speedway Motors in Lincoln. He opened Quasar in 2021 with his wife and co-owner, Jenny, a fellow smalltown Nebraskan and architect with Emergent.
The only drive-in within 150 miles, Quasar has expanded to a second screen and opens the 2026 season on April 4. For details, visit quasardrivein.com.
Where did the idea come from to start a drive-in?
Jenny and I were in Pennsylvania on our way home from our road-trip honeymoon in an old car and we stopped at the Dependable Drive-in in Pittsburgh. We started talking about how we didn’t have that experience at home anymore; Council Bluffs’ drivein closed in, I think it was 2006. We got married in 2013, so it had been gone for a number of years by that point. We just discussed childhood memories of being at the drive-in and how cool it would be to give that experience again to families back home. That’s what we decided to set our sights on.
What was the biggest hurdle to getting the first screen open?
Borrowing money on an idea like this. If I was going to open a Scooter’s somewhere, the business model is very clear. The bankers all have a clear idea of what kind of money the business makes and the return on investment and the risk. They knew nothing of any of that for a drive-in theater, because who the hell has built a drive-in theater in the last 50 years? People look at you like you’ve got a third eyeball when you tell ‘em you’re going to build a new drive-in, especially pre-COVID.
Did pandemic restrictions help you, in a strange kind of way?
It gave a good shot in the arm for awareness of drive-ins in general but unfortunately we were under construction through most of COVID. We broke ground on March 24, 2020, which was about the time all hell broke loose and the lockdown started. So we built all through that period of COVID craziness and then opened in May of 2021, kind of when everything else came back online and people were coming out from under their rock and getting back out to do things again.
You said the scarcity of drive-ins made it hard to borrow money, did that help in other ways? It did. We get a lot of guests who come out who are bringing their kids or grandkids who’ve never experienced a drive-in. It’s one of those things they want to show them, “This is what we used to do for entertainment when I was a kid.”
What’s the best part of being in this business? Everybody’s like, “You’re a movie buff. It must be great to get to sit and watch movies.” Well, I’m in the office when
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UPCOMING events
April 6-7
Iowa Technology Summit
Location: Community Choice Convention Center, 833 Fifth Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa
The Summit begins with breakfast followed by the keynote address, breakout sessions, demos, networking and more. — technologyiowa.org
April 7
2026 Congressional Reports: Nebraska Rep. Mike Flood
Location: Wilderness Ridge Country Club, 1800 Wilderness Woods Place in Lincoln Lincoln Chamber of Commerce’s Congressional Reports offer an inside look at how elected officials representatives are approaching issues that matter to Nebraskans. — lcoc.com
April 10
Omaha emPower Breakfast
Location: German-American Society, 3717 S. 120th St.
Greg Dyche of Creighton University’s Heider College of Business will speak on the topic “Leading in a World of AI.” — Omaha.emPowerBreakfast.org
April 10
Nebraska NEXT: Career Lunch & Learn
Location: UNL Willa Cather Dining Complex Pioneers Suite, 530 N. 17th St. in Lincoln Nebraska NEXT is focused on retaining top collegiate talent in Nebraska. Students at this event will hear from successful young professionals as well as employers investing in Nebraska’s future workforce. — opportunity.nebraska.gov/nebraska-next
Crossword by Myles Mellor – Answers
April 14
Latino Connect
Location: Lincoln Chamber of Commerce, 1128 Lincoln Mall, Suite 100 in Lincoln
The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce-hosted Latino Connect features an April human resources and hiring workshop covering HR fundamentals and current wage trends to help employers attract, hire and retain top talent. The workshop will be led by Jhomahara Cook of the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division and Fatima Rivera of First Lincoln. — lcoc.com
April 20
Bellevue Chamber’s USSTRATCOM Annual Update 2026
Location: Courtyard Marriott Bellevue at Beardmore Event Center, 3730
Raynor Pkwy. in Bellevue
Major General John Weidner, USSTRATCOM Chief of Staff, delivers an update to the local business community including the command’s current initiatives, objectives and role in ensuring national security.
— bellevuenebraska.com
April 22
Childcare Roundtable
Location: Southeast Community College Plattsmouth Learning Center, 537 Main St. in Plattsmouth
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development Southeast Region is hosting roundtables in March and April for its upcoming Childcare Roadshow. Each is designed to help communities better understand the economic impact child care has on local workforce and business growth and will include time for interactive discussion.
— opportunity.nebraska.gov
April 28
Women in Business 2026
Location: Lied Center for Performing Arts, 301 N. 12th St. in Lincoln
The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and the College of Business at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln present this event featuring discussions and presentations for and about businesswomen. Author Erin Stafford is the featured speaker.
— lcoc.com
May 2
Pitch Black Conference presented by Midlands African Chamber
Location: MCC Institute for the Culinary Arts, 5370 N. 30th St.
Presented by the Midlands African Chamber, this business conference, expo and pitch competition celebrates entrepreneurial spirit and drives economic opportunity.
— wepitchblack.com
May 3-9
National Small Business Week
This annual celebration, led since 1963 by the U.S. Small Business Administration, highlights the role entrepreneurs and small business owners play in driving economic growth, innovation, and job creation across the United States. Events like a free two-day virtual summit offer workshops, federal resources and connections that help businesses start, grow and expand with confidence.
— americassbdc.org
May 6
2026 Congressional Reports: Neb. Senator Pete Ricketts
Location: Wilderness Ridge Country Club, 1800 Wilderness Woods Place in Lincoln Lincoln Chamber of Commerce’s Congressional Reports offer an inside look at how elected officials representatives are approaching issues that matter to Nebraskans.
— lcoc.com
Charitable Giving
A CONVERSATION WITH ADVISER JERRY O’DOHERTY
Your clients rely on your guidance to make important financial decisions. When it comes to charitable giving, the Omaha Community Foundation can partner with you to simplify their giving and amplify their impact.
Don’t just take our word for it: take it from a professional in the field like Jerry O’Doherty, partner at CPA firm Eide Bailly. A graduate of the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy program and a fundholder himself, Jerry brings both professional expertise and personal experience to conversations about philanthropy in Omaha.
Tell us about your relationship with the Omaha Community Foundation.
My relationship with OCF is multifaceted. I went through the CAP program, I have an account myself and I stay connected by attending events and recommending clients to consider using OCF’s services.
I first learned about the Charitable Checkbook from an OCF presentation I attended. For charitably inclined clients who want to minimize income taxes before the end of the year but do not know which charity to give to, it is the easiest solution to present. If they want to build something more robust later, that can come in time. This is an easy place to start.
How does this relationship benefit your clients?
In the public accounting world, most individuals specialize in audit or tax. I began my career in the audit department. I serve many clients in the not-for-profit industry, so I see the sector from their angle. It is important to me that my clients understand the philanthropic vehicles people are using in Omaha and how those tools can support their goals.
For clients with charitable interests, what makes OCF a strong partner?
It is seamless. OCF is easy to work with and they are willing to sit down and have real conversations with clients. I recently introduced a client who was exploring what he wanted his giving to look like and OCF listened carefully and responded thoughtfully.
When I refer someone, I need to trust that the referral source will provide the person with a good experience. I know OCF is responsive and solutions-oriented. There are no hurdles. Recommending OCF reflects well on me as a professional because I know my clients will be well served.
How can clients use OCF within their financial plans?
At year-end, some clients need to give for tax reasons but are not ready to decide exactly where those dollars should go. A fund with OCF allows them to make the gift now, maximize tax benefits and take time to be thoughtful about the grants they are giving.
Frankly, it makes generosity easy. If you are having a rough day, you can log in and give money away. That is a pretty good reset button for your general outlook!
How can advisors encourage clients to involve their children or the next generation in philanthropy?
I believe it starts with estate planning. A surprising number of people plan to leave charitable gifts within their estate but have not shared that information with their families. Bringing children into those conversations now creates alignment and builds shared values long before a will is read.
How has being a fundholder shaped your perspective?
When you use something yourself, you can explain it mechanically and confidently. I know how simple the process is because I have done it. When you believe in a tool, it is easy to recommend it. Clients know if someone is authentic or not.
What makes Omaha’s philanthropic culture unique?
The generosity here is simply remarkable and it creates an atmosphere that feels like a friendly competition to do the most good. As a born-and-bred Omahan, I have seen people step up time and time again. For those who live here, no explanation is necessary. For those who do not, no explanation will suffice. That spirit of generosity is what defines Omaha and makes it such a wonderful place to live.
Rachael Miller
RACHAEL MILLER JOINS 3G COMPANIES
Rachael Miller joins 3G Companies as a project coordinator.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Nolan Niehus
WOODS AITKEN WELCOMES NOLAN NIEHUS
Woods Aitken is delighted to announce that attorney Nolan J. Niehus has joined the firm’s growing litigation team, serving clients across both Iowa and Nebraska.
Niehus is a member of the firm’s construction law, commercial litigation and personal injury and products liability practice groups. He handles all aspects of litigation including initial pleadings, depositions, discovery disputes, motion practice, trials and appeals.
As a part of his unique practice, Niehus also provides representation on matters involving railroad litigation, Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) claims and employment law. Niehus represents individuals who have been injured or wrongly discriminated against by railroads, advocating for clients in matters arising under FELA and other employment-related claims in the rail industry.
Niehus received his J.D., with distinction, from the University of Nebraska College of Law.
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MIDLANDS BUSINESS JOURNAL
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NOTICE OF CORRECTION
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF LIFE UPSIDE DOWN
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Life Upside Down a Nebraska non-profit corporation, has filed an Amendment to its Articles of Incorporation with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December January 22, 2026. The Amendment changes the corporation’s purpose to the advancement, practice, teaching, and promotion of religious faith, beliefs, worship, ministry, and related religious activities consistent with its religious mission. First publication March 6, 2026
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HORGAN LAW LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that HORGAN LAW LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, designating its registered agent at Thomas E. Horgan, an individual, with its registered office at 13304 West Center Road, Suite 109, Omaha, NE 68144. This is a professional LLC rendering legal and related services. Its designated office address is 13304 West Center Rd, Suite 109, Omaha, NE 68144.
The Company was organized for the purpose of engaging in transacting of lawful business and the performance of any individual activities that a limited liability company may engage in under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Company shall have a perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organization, its Operating Agreement, or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its Managing Member(s).
First publication April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF INDIAN CREEK EXECUTIVE SUITES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Indian Creek Executive Suites Condominium Association (the “Incorporation”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska as a mutual benefit corporation with Members. The Incorporator is Kaeli E. Mueller, whose address is 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Kendra J. Ringenberg, Esq., 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 220, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.
First publication April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF THE SWAN STITCH, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that The Swan Stitch, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 407 North Elmwood Road, Omaha, Nebraska 68132. The Registered Agent and Address of the Company is Katherine E. Swanson, 407 North Elmwood Road, Omaha, Nebraska 68132.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LIVING THIRSTY COUNSELING LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Living Thirsty Counseling LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, commencing business on March 17, 2026, with its initial designated office at 11404 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, NE 68154. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Kathleen Kay Gauthier, 105 Cherry Street, Louisville, NE 68037. First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
Location: Douglas, Sarpy, Lancaster County, Nebraska
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME
Trade Name to be registered is: MAC Chamber
Name of Applicant: Midlands African Chamber, Inc.
Address: 7930 Blondo Street, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68134
Applicant is a Non Profit Corporation
If other that an Individual, state under whose laws’ entity was formed: Nebraska
Date of first use of name in Nebraska: February 25, 2026
General nature of business: Chamber of Commerce
Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative /s/ KARINE E. SOKPOH
First publication April 3, 2026
First publication April 3, 2026
MCGRATH NORTH MULLIN & KRATZ, PC LLO
1601 Dodge Street, Ste. 3700 Omaha, NE 68102 (402) 341-3070
CONTACT: JON BLUMENTHAL, ESQ.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
The following described property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder in the Roskens Room (Room F02) or outside thereof in the Omaha-Douglas County Civic Center, 1819 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68183 in Douglas County, Omaha, Nebraska on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CDT: ARCADIA COURT EXT LOT 3 BLOCK 2, an addition to the City of Omaha as platted, surveyed, and recorded in Douglas County, Nebraska.
The property is located in Douglas County at 3162 Arcadia Ave, Omaha, NE 68111. The sale is subject to any and all real estate taxes, special assessments, easements, covenants, restrictions of record, and any prior liens, encumbrances or interests which may affect the property.
This sale is being held pursuant to the Deed of Trust dated April 2, 2021, filed for record on April 7, 2021, at Instrument No. 2021044853, in the Office of the Register of Deeds, in Douglas County , and the Notice of Default recorded in connection therewith on February 4, 2026 , at Instrument No. 2026008445 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Douglas County, Nebraska, and is being conducted by Jon Blumenthal, Esq., Trustee, or his designated attorney assignee.
The highest bidder will deposit with the Trustee, at the time of the sale or as soon thereafter as reasonably possible after the purchaser is declared the successful bidder at the sale, a certified or cashier’s check in the amount of twenty percent (20%) of the purchase price or such lesser amount as the parties shall agree. The full purchase price, in certified funds, must be received by the Trustee by 5:00 p.m. the day of the sale or within such reasonable time after the public auction as the parties may agree, provided however, that this requirement shall be waived if the highest bidder is the Beneficiary. If the Purchaser shall fail to close the sale for any reason said purchaser shall be liable for any loss occasioned thereby and the Trustee may resell the property as allowed after noticing the new sale as required by law. The ultimate purchaser shall be responsible for all prior liens, all applicable fees, and all taxes, including any documentary stamp tax. This property is sold “AS IS” without any warranties whatsoever, and specifically without any warranties as to title or condition of the property. The highest bidder must conduct any and all due diligence it requires regarding the property, without exception. Inquiries should be made via email to jblumenthal@mcgrathnorth.com.
First publication March 13, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE
In the County Court of Lancaster County, Nebraska Estate of Victoria A. Dunn, Deceased Estate No. PR26-108
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 19, 2021 in the County Court of Lancaster County, Nebraska, the Registrar issued a written statement of Informal Probate of the Will of said Decedent and that James J. Dunn, of 22572 Margarita Dr, Woodland Hills, CA 91364, was informally appointed by the Registrar as Personal Representative of the Estate. Creditors of this Estate must file their claims with this Court on or before May 19, 2026. or be forever barred.
Clerk of the County Cost
Address of County Court: County Court of Lancaster County 575 S. 10th Street Lincoln, NE 68508
Fred Abboud, #23135 HORGAN LAW LLC
13304 West Center Rd., Ste. 109 Omaha, Nebraska 68144
Attorney, FILED FEB 19 2026. CLERK OF LANCASTER COUNTY COURT DISTRICT THREE. 400341799C02
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
IN THE COUNTY COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NEBRASKA ESTATE OF CHRISTOPHER A. LEWIS, Deceased
ESTATE NO: PR 26
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 4, 2026 in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, Gregory A. Lewis, 1820 Wirt Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68110, was appointed by the Court as Personal Representative of the Estate of CHRISTOPHER A. LEWIS. Creditors of this Estate must file their claims with this Court within 60 days upon receipt of this notice or be forever barred.
Judith A. Wells, #23090
Law Office of Judith A. Wells 5927 N. 92nd Street
Omaha, Nebraska 68134
402 884 2777
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
Walentine O’Toole, LLP - Attorneys 11240 Davenport Street P.O. Box 540125 Omaha, NE 68154
NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF FARMERS HOG COMPANY, INCORPORATED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Farmers Hog Company, Incorporated, a Nebraska corporation, filed Articles of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 30, 2026, with a dissolution date effective as of March 10, 2026. The terms of the dissolution provide for the corporation to pay and discharge all debts, obligations and liabilities of the corporation or adequate provision made therefor, and all assets shall be distributed. Steven Schreiber, president of the corporation, is to wind up and liquidate corporate affairs and distribute the assets. The Corporation has assets of $0.00 and liabilities of $0.00.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
WILLIAM N. BEERMAN, Attorney
PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP
10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114-3728
NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF OPTIMA MEDICAL HORMONE REPLACEMENT, L.L.C.
OPTIMA MEDICAL HORMONE REPLACEMENT, L.L.C., a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), filed its STATEMENT OF DISSOLUTION with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 25, 2026. Persons with claims against the Company must present such claim to: Optima Medical Hormone Replacement, L.L.C., c/o William N. Beerman, 10250 Regency Circle, Ste. 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. Claims against the Company must include the following information: (i) claimant’s name, address and telephone number during business hours; (ii) any facts which may support the claim; and (iii) any amounts allegedly owed by the Company under the claim. Claims not including this information will not be reviewed. Any claims against the Company will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce such claims is commenced within five (5) years after the date this Notice is last published.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF OPTIMAL DENTAL EDUCATION, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that OPTIMAL DENTAL EDUCATION, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, designating its registered agent as Thomas E. Horgan, an individual, with its registered office at 13304 West Center Rd, Ste. 109, Omaha, NE 68144. Its designated office address 2723 S. 87th Ave. Omaha, NE 68124. The Company was organized for the purpose of engaging in the transaction of any lawful business and the performance of any lawful activities that a limited liability company may engage in under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Company shall have a perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organization, its Operating Agreement, or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its Managing Member(s). First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF RESIDUUM, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is RESIDUUM, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 19719 Orchard Avenue, Omaha, NE 68135. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on March 20, 2026, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc. 4896-6617-3846, v. 1 First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Daniel J. Waters, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF KF CONSTRUCTION, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is KF Construction, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on March 20, 2026 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc. 4911-5450-1016, v. 1 First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Hannah C. Junk, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF COONEY CONSTRUCTION CO.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a corporation has now been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the corporation is Cooney Construction Co. The Corporation commenced existence on March 17, 2026, and shall have perpetual duration. Cooney Construction Co. is a public benefit corporation created with the purpose of conducting any lawful business. The company is authorized to issue One Thousand (1,000) shares of common stock of One Cent ($.01) par value per share. The name and address of the incorporator and registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. LDM Business Services, Inc. First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Erin K. Artz, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF 824 S 38 STREET, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is 824 S 38 Street, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 1311 South 185th Cir., Omaha, NE 68130. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on March 30, 2026 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that TS87 LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The street and mailing address of the Company’s initial designated office is 11030 O St., Omaha, NE 68137; and mailing address of the Company’s initial agent for service of process is 11030 O St., Omaha, NE 68137; and the Company’s initial agent for service of process at such address is Stephanie Skavdahl.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Daniel J. Waters, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF ICON INSURANCE, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is ICON INSURANCE, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on March 19, 2026 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer. 4917-0350-0170, v. 1
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF JJCAMPBELL, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is JJCAMPBELL, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 1122 S 112th Plz, Omaha, NE 68144. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on March 19, 2026, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc. 4896-6617-3846, v. 1
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Erin K. Artz, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE INCORPORATION OF HOCHSTEIN, INC.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a public benefit corporation under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the corporation is Hochstein, Inc. The name and address of the incorporator and registered agent is LDM Business Services, 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The corporation commenced existence on October 10, 2025 and shall have perpetual duration. The corporation is authorized to issued Two Thousand Five Hundred (2,500) shares of common stock with par value of One Cent ($0.01) per share. LDM Business Services, Inc.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BEST SENIOR SOLUTIONS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Best Senior Solutions, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 4609 Grebe Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68152. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GRIT CONSTRUCTION, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that GRIT Construction, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Goldenrod RA, Inc., 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GREEN HEALTH CARE SERVICES, LLC
We’re excited to announce the opening of Green Health Care Services, LLC! Our doors are officially opened at 17330 W Center Rd. Ste. 110, and we look forward to serving the community!
Owned and operated by Ashley Green, specializing in mental health.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF DO BETTER FOUNDATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Do Better Foundation has been incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The corporation is a public benefit corporation and will not have any members. The street address of the corporation’s registered office is 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 and the name of its initial registered agent is DDLG Business Services, Inc. The name and street address of the incorporator of the corporation is Zachary D. Petersen, 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68114
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
ELIZABETH A. SEVCIK, Attorney CROKER HUCK LAW FIRM
2120 S. 72nd Street, Suite 1200 Omaha, NE 68124
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TRIPLE J VENTURES, LLC
The name of the limited liability company is Triple J Ventures, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 6759 South 191st Street, Omaha, NE 68135. The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is Jeff Fritz, 6759 South 191st Street, Omaha, NE 68135.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
MCGRATH NORTH MULLIN & KRATZ, PC LLO
1601 Dodge Street, Suite 300
Omaha, NE 68102
NOTICE OF RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF LUTHERAN FAMILY
SERVICES OF NEBRASKA, INC. Notice is given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nebraska Nonprofit Corporation Act, the Articles of Incorporation of Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska, Inc. were restated to supersede in their entirety the previous Articles of Incorporation filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 1, 1970, and any and all amendments, restatements or revisions thereto. The Restated Articles of Incorporation were filed on December 3, 2021.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
SEAN D. MOYLAN, Attorney
1010 South 120th Street, Suite 320
Omaha, NE 68154
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 1795 SECURITY SERVICES, LLC
The name of the Company is 1795 Security Services, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company engaging in event security. The initial registered agent is Sean Moylan located at 1010 S. 120th Street, Suite #320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The initial designated office of the Company stated in the Certificate of Organization was 3202 N. 169th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. This limited liability company commenced business on March 6, 2026.
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Hannah C. Junk, Attorney
10306 Regency Parkway Drive
Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF COONEY TRANSPORTATION CO.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a corporation has now been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the corporation is Cooney Transportation Co. The Corporation commenced existence on March 17, 2026, and shall have perpetual duration. Cooney Transportation Co. is a public benefit corporation created with the purpose of conducting any lawful business. The company is authorized to issue One Thousand (1,000) shares of common stock of One Cent ($.01) par value per share. The name and address of the incorporator and registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. LDM Business Services, Inc.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Daniel J. Waters, Attorney
10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF ICON INSURED, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is ICON INSURED, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on March 24, 2026 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer. 4906-4439-4391, v. 1
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MIKJANWILB 3, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Mikjanwilb 3, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 3362 Tammy Street, Bellevue, Nebraska 68123 and with its initial agent for service of process as Michael Wilberger, 3362 Tammy Street, Bellevue, Nebraska 68123. First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MILK MATTERS CO LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Milk Matters Co LLC is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The street address of the registered office is 17179 Spaulding St. Omaha, NE 68116. The general nature of the business is providing lactation support services and education. The company shall have perpetual existence. First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
SEAN D. MOYLAN, Attorney 1010 South 120th Street, Suite 320 Omaha, NE 68154
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TEK3, LLC
The name of the Company is TEK3, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company engaging in home building. The initial registered agent is Sean Moylan located at 1010 S. 120th Street, Suite #320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The initial designated office of the Company stated in the Certificate of Organization was 10801 S. 237th Street, Gretna, Nebraska 68028. This limited liability company commenced business on March 24, 2026. First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LODGEPOLE CAPITAL, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Lodgepole Capital, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 16949 Lakeside Hills Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MIKJANWILB 1, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Mikjanwilb 1, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 3362 Tammy Street, Bellevue, Nebraska 68123 and with its initial agent for service of process as Michael Wilberger, 3362 Tammy Street, Bellevue, Nebraska 68123. First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Daniel J. Waters, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF COMMERCIAL FLOORING SYSTEMS, INC.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Commercial Flooring Systems, Inc., a Nebraska corporation, filed Articles of Amendment with the Nebraska Secretary of January 9, 2026. The amendment authorizes the issuance of 500 shares of Class A voting common stock and 9,500 shares of Class B non-voting common stock, with a par value of $.01 per share. The general nature of the business to be transacted is flooring sales and service. The company commenced existence on September 17, 1991, and shall have perpetual duration. LDM Business Services, Inc.
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF SONNY SKYE, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is SONNY SKYE, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on February 18, 2026, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc. 4896-4511-1440, v. 1
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF WOODBRIDGE PICTURES, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the
laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is WOODBRIDGE PICTURES, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on March 20, 2026, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc. 4896-6617-3846, v. 1
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF EMMANUEL PROPERTIES LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Emmanuel Properties LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the designated office of the Company is 4932 S 19th St, Omaha, NE 68107. The initial agent for service of process is Emmanuel Chavez,4932 S 19th St, Omaha, NE 68107.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP
EMILY F. MORDHORST, ATTORNEY
10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114-3728
NOTICE OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF HERITAGE NURSERY, INC.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Articles of Incorporation of Heritage Nursery, Inc., a Nebraska professional corporation (the “Corporation”) have been amended by the Shareholders and Directors as of March 16, 2026, and filed with the Secretary of State on March 20, 2026. The Articles of Incorporation have been amended to change the name of the Corporation to “Elk Valley Tree Farms, Inc.”.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP
EMILY F. MORDHORST, ATTORNEY
10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114-3728
NOTICE OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF HERITAGE NURSERY WEST, INC.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Articles of Incorporation of Heritage Nursery West, Inc., a Nebraska professional corporation (the “Corporation”) have been amended by the Shareholders and Directors as of March 16, 2026, and filed with the Secretary of State on March 20, 2026. The Articles of Incorporation have been amended to change the name of the Corporation to “Deer Trail Farms, Inc.”.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF EMMANUEL PIANO LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Emmanuel Piano LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the designated office of the Company is 4932 S 19th St, Omaha, NE 68107. The initial agent for service of process is Emmanuel Chavez,4932 S 19th St, Omaha, NE 68107.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Craig W. Benson, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF 1820 CONTRACTING, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is 1820 Contracting, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 11310 S 146th St, Papillion, NE 68138. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on March 11, 2026 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc. 4920-4925-0708, v. 1
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PRC ACQUISITION, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that PRC Acquisition, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 5025 South 163rd Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68135. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
MATTHEW T. PAYNE
PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER, LLP
10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PZNS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the organization of PZNS, LLC: The name of the limited liability company is PZNS, LLC
The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 2010 South 189th Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68130, and the name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is Matthew T. Payne, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C.
10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ND BRAVO, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ND Bravo, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office located at 2023 South 181 st Circle, Omaha, NE 68130 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a Limited Liability Organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68114. First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF QUANTUM MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that QUANTUM MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 7878 Main Street, Suite 2G, LaVista, NE 68128. The Registered Agent of the Company is C T CORPORATION SYSTEM, 5601 S 59th Street, STE C, Lincoln, NE 68516.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LODGEPOLE MANAGEMENT, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Lodgepole Management, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 16949 Lakeside Hills Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WHITEROCK MANAGEMENT, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that WHITEROCK MANAGEMENT, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 7878 Main Street, Suite 2G, LaVista, NE 68128. The Registered Agent of the Company is C T CORPORATION SYSTEM, 5601 S 59th Street, STE C , Lincoln, NE 68516.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
GAMBIAN NEBRASKA ASSOCIATION (GNA)
Tue Mar 24 15:16:44 2026
SOS Account Number: 2603072496
Status: Active
Principal Office Address: No address on file
Registered Agent and Office Address:
ASSAN MANNEH
19709 LACI STREET
OMAHA, NE 68135-4265
Nature of Business: Not Available
Entity Type: Non Profit (Dom) Corp
Qualifying State: NE
Date Filed: Mar 06 2026
Next Report Due Date: Jan 01 2027
Nonprofit Type: Mutual Benefit
Has Members: Yes
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LADYBUG ADVENTURES LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that LADYBUG ADVENTURES LLC, with its designated office located at 1410 Cascio Dr., Bellevue, NE 68005, gives notice that it filed a Certificate of Organization with the NE Secretary of State on March 3, 2026. The registered agent is Jody Didamo, with the registered office at 1410 Cascio Dr., Bellevue, NE 68005. The company may engage in any lawful business or commercial activity for which a limited liability company may be organized in Nebraska.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C.
10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF N550MZ, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that N550MZ, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office located at 16814 Cady Circle, Omaha, NE 68116 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a Limited Liability Organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68114.
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LODGEPOLE REAL ESTATE, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Lodgepole Real Estate, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 16949 Lakeside Hills Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68114
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MAPLE ROCK, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Maple Rock, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 2712 East 12th Street, Fremont, Nebraska 68025. The Registered Agent and Office
of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68114
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SC-SMA FARGO 4427, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that SC-SMA Fargo 4427, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 920 S. 107th Avenue, Suite 250, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TRUE BUILD, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that True Build, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 3439 22nd Street E, Columbus, Nebraska 68601. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68114
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SOWER LVFII FARGO 4427, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sower LVFII Fargo 4427, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 920 S. 107th Avenue, Suite 250, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ROE-PROCEED-LOANS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ROE-PROCEED-LOANS, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 5100 Bentley Drive, Lincoln, Nebraska 68516. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
CROKER HUCK LAW FIRM
STEVEN G. RANUM, Attorney
2120 S. 72nd Street, Suite 1200 Omaha, NE 68124
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MILPA 21, LLC
The name of the limited liability company is Milpa 21, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 4130 South 24th Street, Omaha, NE 68107. The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is Croker, Huck, Kasher, DeWitt, Anderson & Gonderinger, LLC, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124. First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
CROKER HUCK LAW FIRM
STEVEN G. RANUM, Attorney 2120 S. 72nd Street, Suite 1200 Omaha, NE 68124
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PACAL ENTERPRISES, LLC
The name of the limited liability company is Pacal Enterprises, LLC . The address of the initial designated office is 9614 South 184th Street, Omaha, NE 68136. The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is Croker, Huck, Kasher, DeWitt, Anderson & Gonderinger, LLC, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124. The company is organized to render the professional service of real estate agent. First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF QUANTUMCARE WOUND CARE, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that QUANTUMCARE WOUND CARE, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 7878 Main Street, Suite 2G, LaVista, NE 68128. The Registered Agent of the Company is C T CORPORATION SYSTEM, 5601 S 59th Street, STE C, Lincoln, NE 68516. First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WHITEROCK HOLDINGS, LLC
Notice is hereby given that WHITEROCK HOLDINGS, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 7878 Main Street, Suite 2G, LaVista, NE 68128. The Registered Agent of the Company is C T CORPORATION SYSTEM, 5601 S 59th Street, STE C, Lincoln, NE 68516. First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HERITAGE AT IRON BLUFF LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Heritage at Iron Bluff LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 16934 Frances Street, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP
8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114-3450
Telephone 402-392-1250
Facsimile 402-392-0816
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BRUGMANN HOMES, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Brugmann Homes, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing addresses of the initial designated office of the company are 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing addresses of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Thomas J. Malicki, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HERITAGE AT IRON BLUFF OPERATING LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Heritage at Iron Bluff Operating LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 16934 Frances Street, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
Jeffrey T. Palzer, Attorney at Law 3555 Farnam St., Ste. 1000 Omaha, NE 68131
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF THE CLOUD STEP, LLC.
The name of the Company is THE CLOUD STEP, LLC. The street address of the initial designated office is 1337 S. 101st St., Apt. 318, Omaha, NE 68124. The Registered Agent is Jeff Palzer, and the Registered Agent’s address is 3555 Farnam Street, Suite 1000, Omaha, NE 68131. The general nature of the Company is pedicure salon. The Company commenced on March 17, 2026, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by Members, the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and such other officers as the Members shall determine.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WGGRE, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that WGGRE, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 16949 Lakeside Hills Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION MIKJANWILB 2, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Mikjanwilb 2, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 3362 Tammy Street, Bellevue, Nebraska 68123 and with its initial agent for service of process as Michael Wilberger, 3362 Tammy Street, Bellevue, Nebraska 68123. First publication April 3, 2026, final April 17, 2026
ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP
8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114-3419
Telephone 402-392-1250
Facsimile 402-392-0816
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LUHRS LEGACY HOLDINGS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Luhrs Legacy Holdings, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the company is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Andrew P. Deaver, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
MCGRATH NORTH MULLIN & KRATZ, PC LLO 1601 Dodge Street, Suite 3700 Omaha, NE 68102
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CSG INVESTMENTS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that CSG INVESTMENTS, LLC was formed in Nebraska with the following registered agent and office: McGrath North Mullin & Kratz, PC LLO, c/o Jonathan L. Grob, 1601 Dodge Street, Suite 3700, Omaha, NE 68102. The LLC’s designated office address is 660 Dillon Drive, Omaha, NE 68132. First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF DEEHNS ACADEMY, L.L.C.
Pursuant to the Neb. Rev. St. §§ 21-193 & 21-117, notice is hereby given that the undersigned has formed a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The name of the Limited Liability Company is DEEHNS ACADEMY, L.L.C. The address of the Company’s initial registered office in Nebraska is 9375 Burt Street, Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68114 and the name of its registered agent at such address is Connor W. Orr. The street and mailing address of the Company’s initial designated office is 20275 Honeysuckle Dr, Suite 103, Elkhorn NE 68022. This company is organized to engage in and to do any lawful business for any lawful purpose, for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Company’s duration is perpetual beginning on the date the Certificate of
Organization was filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Nebraska. The affairs of the limited liability company are conducted by Managers, Members and such other officers as may be provided for in the Operating Agreement.
Maher Amoura, Member and Manager
Stan Fernau, Member
Nadia Amoura, Member and Manager
Connor W. Orr, Organizer
9375 Burt Street, Suite 200 Omaha, NE 68114
(402) 408-6488
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP
MATTHEW T. PAYNE, Attorney 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF FITZ LIPS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the organization of Fitz Lips, LLC
1. The name of the limited liability company is Fitz Lips, LLC
2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 9103 South 147th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68138, and the name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is Jamie Fitzgerald, 9103 South 147th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68138. First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ASHFORD LIVING, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Ashford Living, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office is 5935 Henninger Dr., Suite 4, Omaha, NE 68104. The initial agent for service of process at such address is Keilah Scott. The Company may engage in any lawful business for which a limited liability company may be organized.
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C.
10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CMILLS & FAMILY REALTY, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that CMills & Family Realty, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office located at 16715 Jackson Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68118 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom P.C., a Limited Liability Organization, with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LEAD DIFFERENT
LEAD DIFFERENT, with its designated office located at 167 South 166th Street, Omaha, NE 68118, gives notice that it filed a Certificate of Organization with the Secretary of State on March 3, 2026. The registered agent is Chad Eric Reelfs and the Registered Office is 167 South 166th Street, Omaha, NE 68118. The company may engage in any lawful business or commercial activity for which a limited liability company may be organized. Chad Eric Reelfs, Organizer First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF DABBLE STRATEGY LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Dabble Strategy LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 1415 Dahlberg Drive, Suite A, Lincoln, Nebraska 68512. The registered agent and office is Rachel Huston Traynor, 1415 Dahlberg Drive, Suite A, Lincoln, Nebraska 68512. The LLC commenced business on November 18, 2025 First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF F. MINER ENTERPRISES, INC.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 16, 2025, Articles of Incorporation was formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the corporation is F. Miner Enterprises, Inc. The corporation is authorized to issue 10,000 shares of common stock. The name and street address of the corporation’s initial registered agent is Barbara Medbery-Prchal, 3555 Farnam Street, Suite 1000, Omaha, NE 68131, and its incorporator is Felicity E. Minor, 8141 South 115th Street, Suite D, Lincoln, NE 68512. Felicity E. Miner Incorporator
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF OUT OF AFRICA, LLC.
OUT OF AFRICA, LLC, with its designated office located at 11404 Cedar Circle, Omaha, NE 68144, gives notice that it filed a Certificate of Organization with the Secretary of State on February 27, 2026. The registered agent is Francios Kellerman and the Registered Office is 11404 Cedar Circle, Omaha, NE 68144. The company may engage in any lawful business or commercial activity for which a limited liability company may be organized. Francios Kellerman, Organizer
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF AMENDED CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF TWISTED OAK PROPERTY, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Certificate of Organization of Twisted Oak Property, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (“Company”), has been amended to change the Designated Office and Principal Office Addresses to 5796 County Rd 40, Fort Calhoun, Nebraska 68023. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 4, 2026.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C
10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF NEXT CHAPTER HOME SALES TEAM, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Next Chapter Home Sales Team, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office located at 9720 South 173rd Avenue, Omaha, NE 68136 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a Limited Liability Organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68114. The Company is organized to render real estate services.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF POLLEY, DDS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kimberly J. Polley, DDS, LLC, a Nebraska professional limited liability company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 2720 N 182nd St., Elkhorn, NE 68022. The initial agent for service of process is Kimberly J. Polley.
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP
8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114-3419
Telephone 402-392-1250
Facsimile 402-392-0816
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ARCPRO CONSTRUCTION LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ArcPro Construction LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the company is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Andrew P. Deaver, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WILLIAM’S GOOD BOY TRUCKING, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that William’s Good Boy Trucking, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14225 Dayton Circle, Suite 8, Omaha, Nebraska 68137. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF METZLER BOOKKEEPING SERVICES, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Metzler Bookkeeping Services, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designation office at 17330 W Center Rd #110-296, Omaha, NE 68130. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Kristine L Metzler, 17330 W Center Rd #110-296, Omaha, NE 68130. This company is member-managed. Nature of the Company is bookkeeping.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF FNK LLC
NOTICE IS HERBY GIVEN that FNK LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. the designated office of the company is located at 6235 South 118th Omaha, NE. The general nature of the business is to engage in any lawful business for which a limited liability company may be organized in Nebraska. The company was organized March 2, 2026 and shall have perpetual existence.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF AMENDED CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF LITTLE HOUSE IN THE PRAIRIES, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Certificate of Organization of Little House in the Prairies, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (“Company”), has been amended to change the name of the Company to ROE-NE-284, LLC. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 4, 2026.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68114
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HUMP DAY SERVICES, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Hump Day Services, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14225 Dayton Circle, Suite 8, Omaha, Nebraska 68137. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68114
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SYLVA-DIGITAL LLC
Name of the limited liability company: SYLVA-DIGITAL LLC
Registered Agent: Dossavi Sylvain Banka
Business Office: 19616 Lake Plz Apt 31, Elkhorn NE, 68022
Sylva-Digital offer Loan origination system (Encompass)
support services
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
LEGAL notices
ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C.
10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF DELIGHTFUL LODGINGS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Delightful Lodgings, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office located at 15205 Y Street, Omaha, NE 68137 and designating its registered agent as Jeffrey Kalhorn with his registered office at 15205 Y Street, Omaha, NE 68137.
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP
8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114-3419
Telephone 402-392-1250
Facsimile 402-392-0816
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ARCPRO PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ArcPro Property Management LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the company is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Andrew P. Deaver, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF FIX&MOVE BROS LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Fix&Move Bros LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with the following registered agent and registered office: Jesus Martinez De La Cruz, 1015 N 16 th St., Apt. 306, Omaha, NE 68102. The designated office is located at 1015 N 16 th St., Apt. 306, Omaha, NE 68102. The general nature of the Company’s business is to engage in any lawful business permitted under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The company was organized on 07/21/2025 and it shall continue in perpetuity unless sooner terminated in accordance with the terms of its operating agreement. In general, the Company’s business is to be managed by its primary member Jesus Martinez De La Cruz in accordance with the Company’s operating agreement.
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF KC’S HOLE IN ONE TRUCKING, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that KC’s Hole in One Trucking, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14225 Dayton Circle, Suite 8, Omaha, Nebraska 68137. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68114
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C.
10330 Regency Parkway Drive
Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF CODDINGTON IO, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Coddington IO, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), filed a Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 19, 2025. The terms of the dissolution provide for the payment of liabilities of the Company and distribution of any remaining assets. The Company requests that persons with claims against it present them in accordance with this notice. Any claimant shall describe the claim and the date on which the claim arose and mail the claim to the above address. A claim against the company will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce the claim is commenced within five years after the publication of this notice.
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C.
10330 Regency Parkway Drive
Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GEEKYWHITEGUY DESIGN, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that GeekyWhiteGuy Design, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office located at 10007 South 108th Avenue, Papillion, Nebraska 68046 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a Limited Liability Organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication March 27, 2026, final April 10, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF JBM ELEVEN, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that JBM Eleven, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 1131 40th Road, David City, NE 68632. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 W. Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 W. Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 29 FLATS, LLC
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that 29 Flats, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 8451 West Center Road, PO Box 24375, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication March 20, 2026, final April 3, 2026
APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME
Trade Name to be registered is: PROFLEET INDUSTRIAL SERVICES.
Name of Applicant: Unlimited Staffing, LLC
Address: 6001 N 294TH CIR, VALLEY, NE 68064
Applicant is LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.
If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: NE.
Date of first use of name in Nebraska: March 16, 2026.
General nature of business: Industrial services.
Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative /s/Lee Woolmore.
First publication April 3, 2026
APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME
Trade Name to be registered is: MIDTOWN REALTY AND MANAGEMENT, LLC.
Name of Applicant: NL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, LLC
Address: 1311 SOUTH 185TH CIRCLE, OMAHA, NE 68130
Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.
If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: NEBRASKA.
Date of first use of name in Nebraska: 01/30/2026.
General nature of business: ALL LAWFUL BUSINESS.
Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative /s/PHILLIP T. SANBERG.
First publication April 3, 2026
APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME
Trade Name to be registered is: WOMEN WITH VOICES.
Name of Applicant: Sandy Spady
Address: 15657 HIMEBAUGH CIRCLE, OMAHA, NE 68116
Applicant is WOMEN WITH VOICES.
If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska.
Date of first use of name in Nebraska: 2/14/2026.
General nature of business: Events.
Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative /s/Sandra Lynn Spady. First publication April 3, 2026
Jeffrey T. Palzer
3555 Farnam St., Ste. 1000, Omaha, NE 68131
NOTICE OF NON-PROFIT INCORPORATION OF OPEN ROOF ARTS, INC.
The name of the non-profit corporation is Open Roof Arts, Inc.
The registered office of the corporation is 2307 S. 33rd St., Omaha, NE 68105.
The registered agent is Miriam Gutiérrez.
The corporation is a public benefit corporation, is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, religious or scientific purposes within the meaning of § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, along with any other lawful purposes allowed under the Nebraska Non-Profit Corporations Act. The corporation commenced on December 15, 2025, and shall have perpetual existence. The name and address of the incorporator is Miriam Gutiérrez, 2307 S. 33rd St., Omaha, NE 68105.
The corporation will not have members. First publication January 9, 2026, final January 23, 2026
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF CITY RANCH HOMESTEAD, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that CITY RANCH HOMESTEAD, LLC, with its designated office at 11725 S. 36th Street, Bellevue, NE 68123, gives notice
of Organization with the Secretary of State on
professional corporation, (the “Corporation”) filed Articles of Dissolution with the Secretary of State on December 30, 2025. If you have a claim against the Corporation, you should mail notice to Croker Huck Law Firm, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, Nebraska 68124, and include the following information: name of claimant, amount of claim, goods or services covered by the claim, date claim originated, supporting documentation (if available). Any claim against the corporation will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce said claim is commenced within three years of the date of this published notice.
MICHAEL A. STARKEY, DDS, P.C.
By: /s/ Michael A. Starkey, President First publication January 9, 2026, final January 23, 2026
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Seofan Acorns Service LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.
1. Designated Office: 21532 I Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022
2. Registered Agent: Haitao Luan at 21532 I Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022. Xiangxue Lu, Organizer First publication January 9, 2026, final January 23, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF OMAHA HELICOPTERS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that OMAHA HELICOPTERS, LLC (“the Company”) under the laws if the State of Nebraska. The Designated Nebraska 68154. The Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Nichole Mallett, 10842 Old Mill Road, Suite 2, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. First publication January 9, 2026, final January 23, 2026. First publication January 9, 2026, final January 23, 2026
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