Bellevue First 2015

BELLEVUE FIRST 2015 OFFICIAL GUIDE TO THE BELLEVUEOFFUTT COMMUNITY

INSIDE

• Bellevue Buyer’s Guide • Chamber award winners • Schools, living, community

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Childcare & Preschool Of Bellevue

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One family. Many services.

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Hillcrest Country Estates Continuing care retirement community Hwy 370 & 60th Street, Papillion (402) 885-7007

Assisted living, memory support & adult day services Hwy 370 & 48th Street, Bellevue (402) 291-9777

Hillcrest Health & Rehab In-patient rehabilitation 1702 Hillcrest Drive, Bellevue (402) 291-8500

Hillcrest Home Care Skilled home health and in-home personal care Serving 9 counties in NE and IA (402) 682-4808

Hillcrest Physical Therapy Outpatient physical, occupational and speech therapy 1804 Hillcrest Drive, Bellevue (402) 682-4210

Hillcrest Hospice Care Compassionate end-of-life support Serving 7 counties in NE (402) 934-2282

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BELLEVUE FIRST Table Of Contents Introductions

8 Chamber Message 10 Mayor's Message 12 Commander's Message

Welcome to Bellevue

13 Bellevue at a Glance 14 Leadership Bellevue 28 2015 Celebrations 34 Bellevue History 38 Avenue of Flags 45 Dining in Bellevue 48 Bellevue Public Safety Foundation 52 Education in Bellevue 66 Membership Benefits

Chamber Award Winners

16 Karissa William 16 Steve Betts 17 Marathon Ventures 17 Moonstruck Meadery 18 Kay Dammast 18 Take AIM 19 Moonstruck Meadery 19 Cornhusker Auto Wash & Detail Center 20 Texture Salon & Spa 21 Past Award Winners

Business Features

24 Affordable Living 26 Health Care 47 Convention Center 50 Green Bellevue 54 Complete Streets 56 Offutt Air Force Base 57 Big Thank You 59 Nebraska Highway 34 Bridge 60 Bellevue Farmers Market

Recreation/Activities/ Entertainment

30 RiverFest 31 Arrows to Aerospace 32 Nebraska's Official Veterans Parade 37 Sarpy County Historical Museum 42 The Champions Village 43 Fontenelle Nature Association 44 Bellevue Parks 46 Bellevue Little Theatre

Business Directory

62 Business List – Alphabetical 68 Business List – Categorical

Bellevue First is published annually for Suburban Newspapers Inc. in cooperation with the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce.

Suburban Newspapers Inc., 9604 Fort Crook Road North, Bellevue, NE 68005; 402-444-1248; www.omaha.com.

For SNI: Dan Matuella, advertising manager; Paul Swanson, special projects manager; Marie Douglas, special projects coordinator; Shelley Larsen, special sections editor; Tom Knox, designer; Melinda Keenan, copy editor.

For the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce: Doris Urwin, administrator.

Cover image of the RiverFest celebration is courtesy of Jay Davis at jgdavisphotography.com. Photos throughout the directory are courtesy of Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, Suburban Newspapers Inc., World-Herald News Service and Metro Creative Connection.

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CHAMBER MESSAGE

Leading Bellevue Leading Business Welcome to the Bellevue-Offutt community and the greater metropolitan area of Sarpy and Douglas counties — one of THE best places in Nebraska to live, work and raise a family.

The Bellevue-Offutt community is an eclectic mix of retail business, military, defense industry, banking, health care, education and food service with a sprinkling of entrepreneurial diversity thrown in for good measure — all working together for the common good.

The Bellevue Chamber of Commerce understands that in order to have a strong economic environment, you must have a strong community that supports and encourages growth and innovative thinking.

We are truly blessed in Bellevue to have leaders, business owners, educators and a wealth of private citizens who recognize that we all share in the responsibility of creating economic success and stability as well as a healthy community environment for our children and future generations.

For the past 54 years, the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce has diligently worked to fulfill the mission to create, enhance and promote the economic environment, employment opportunities and the quality of life in our community,

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and to advocate and create solutions for business and community issues.

The Chamber is involved in numerous projects throughout the year that benefit our community. A prime example is RiverFest, an annual summer affair that brings our community together for a regional BBQ competition, family fun and festivities throughout the weekend and the area’s leading musical festival in the evenings. The Chamber sponsors Spring Into Action — Networking Expo, showcasing local businesses and restaurants.

The Chamber works with other local civic and private groups to encourage new business development, to create awareness of problems facing our community and to develop potential solutions, to be a source of information and support for business owners, and to maintain and enhance the good that is Bellevue-Offutt community.

If you are not a member of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, please join us today. Your investment will pay big dividends in many different ways as we work together to make the BellevueOffutt community a better place to live, work and raise a family.

Opening a New Business in Bellevue? Consider Twin Creek Shopping Center!

Twin Creek Plaza Tenants Include:

Twin Creek is a 135-acre regional center located in the heart of Bellevue, Nebraska at the northwest corner of 36th Street and Highway 370.

Anchored retail and Class A office spaces are limited in Bellevue which is why many local and national businesses are located at Twin Creek. Bellevue is also considered the next area of concentration of significant growth, including new developments and an increased residential outlook. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join the tenants already at Twin Creek.

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AAA Nebraska Achieve Physical Therapy Deeb Real Estate Dialysis Clinic, Inc. Dickeys BBQ Pit For The Wild Birds Edible Arrangements GNC Great Clips Salon Great Western Bank Godfathers Pizza Hallmark H & R Block Tax Services, Inc. Ixtapa Mexican Grill Lansky’s Massage Envy Metabolic Research Center Navy Federal Credit Union Papa John’s Pearl Vision ProCuts Rent-A-Center Sam & Louie’s Pizza Sandy’s Nails See the Trainer Subway Twin Creek Animal Hospital USA Recruiting Office

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MAYOR'S MESSAGE

Welcome to Bellevue!

Bellevue is Nebraska’s oldest city founded in the early 1800s as a fur trading post and named by early settlers impressed with the beauty of the view overlooking the Missouri River. Although we are one of the fastest growing communities in the state, we are proud of our rich history and have plenty of landmarks in our Olde Towne area for you to explore. On behalf of the Bellevue City Council and all of our residents, I am excited to welcome you and would invite you to experience all that our community has to offer.

Imagine living and working in a place that is filled with history and hospitality, is progressive in technology and economic opportunities, yet family friendly, affordable and surrounded by the beauty of the beckoning outdoors. If this sounds like a place for you then you will love Bellevue, Nebraska, which was once again ranked in Money Magazine as one of the “Best Places to Live in America.”

With quality neighborhoods, cultural activities as well as an award-winning public school district and a nationally ranked university right in the middle of our city, Bellevue is a great place to live, work and play. If you like the outdoors, our Missouri riverfront community has over 640 acres of parks, trails and athletic fields for you to play and explore. Bellevue is also home to numerous parades and festivals throughout the year including our Red, White and Que Barbeque Festival that brings thousands of people from throughout the area to the riverfront every summer to enjoy some great music and food.

One of the great things about Bellevue is that we are proud to be the home of Offutt Air Force Base, the Eastern Nebraska Veteran’s Home, and the Official Nebraska Veterans Parade. Bellevue is a very patriotic city, and we are proud of the men and women who serve and have served.

I am humbled and excited to start another term as Mayor of this great city. Over the past four years, we’ve worked hard to put together a great team to lead the City forward. We have had a lot of successes including the new Convention Center Hotel, the cleanup and sale of the Coreslab Property, a new, modern Public Safety Facility and the opening of the Highway 34 Bridge corridor which are all examples of projects that set the groundwork for further prosperity in Bellevue. We will

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continue to work together to build relationships and partnerships throughout the city, county, and state as well as nationally so developers have no doubt that “Bellevue is Open for Business.”

If you are a visitor, long time resident or looking for a place to establish some roots, I know that you will find something to love about Bellevue. Please feel free to explore our website at www.bellevue.net and if you have any questions or comments we would love to hear from you.

Warm regards, Rita Sanders Mayor

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OFFUTT COMMANDER'S MESSAGE

A supportive community Welcome to the Bellevue-Offutt Community, home of the “Fightin’ Fifty-Fifth!”

The 55th Wing is the largest wing in Air Combat Command, a Major Command in the United States Air Force. We provide dominant intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, electronic attack capabilities, command and control, and base operating support to national leadership and warfighters across the spectrum of conflict — anytime, anywhere.

In addition to the 55th Wing, Offutt is also home to more than 50 partner units, including United States Strategic Command, the Air Force Weather Agency, and the Heartland of America Band. All of these units help support the Air Force’s mission to Fly, Fight, and Win in air, space and cyberspace. The Offutt military community consists of more than 57,000 people including civilians and contractors.

The base was originally founded in 1890 as an Army post and was named Fort Crook after General George Crook. In 1921, the original runway was built on the post and named Offutt Field after Lieutenant Jarvis Offutt, the first air casualty from Omaha during World War I. Subsequently in 1947, when the Air Force was established as an independent service, the post became Offutt Air Force Base.

The relationship we share with the local community is second to none. Before moving to Offutt, I had heard this was a wonderful community. Now that I’ve been here almost two years, I can assure you all of those things are absolutely true. The positive support you constantly provide helps us do our mission the best we can, and for that, I am very grateful.

Thank you for making all of the personnel stationed at Offutt feel at home. I invite you to take the opportunity to get to know these Offutt families. You may see our Airmen and families out in the community taking part

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in events or volunteering as a way to give back in appreciation for your hospitality. We certainly don’t take our relationship for granted and we hope to make it even stronger in the future.

Thank you for including us in your great community!

Sincerely, Gregory M. Guillot Brigadier General, USAF Commander, 55th Wing

BELLEVUE AT A GLANCE MAJOR ROADWAYS Navigating the city is easy.

The Kennedy Freeway is the primary north-south route through town. Omaha and Interstate 80 are at the northern edge; Offutt Air Force Base is at the southern edge. Fort Crook Road is an important north-south thoroughfare that runs the length of the city. Nebraska Highway 370 and Cornhusker Road are primary east-west routes through Bellevue.

AIRPORT Eppley Airfield 4501 Abbott Drive Omaha, NE 68110 402-661-8000 LOCAL NEWSPAPERS Bellevue Leader 604 Fort Crook Road North Bellevue, NE 68005 402-733-7300 www.bellevueleader.com The Base 68113 604 Fort Crook Road North Bellevue, NE 68005 402-733-7300 Omaha World-Herald 1314 Douglas Street Omaha, NE 68102 402-444-1000 www.omaha.com LIBRARY Bellevue Public Library 1003 Lincoln Road 402-293-3157 www.BellevueLibrary.org

LOCATION Bellevue is located in Sarpy County, just south of Omaha in east-central Nebraska. Bellevue is bounded by the Missouri River on the east, Omaha on the north and Offutt Air Force Base on the south. Major Midwest cities are within a day’s drive or less: Kansas City, Mo., is 174 miles south on Interstate 29; Denver is 538 miles west on Interstate 80 and Chicago is 470 miles east on Interstate 80.

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CLIMATE Bellevue enjoys four seasons, each with ample opportunity for outdoor recreation.

Biking, hiking, boating, swimming and fishing are popular warm-weather pastimes.

At 985 feet above sea level, temperatures average from 29 degrees in January to 85 degrees in July. You can expect an average 28.5 inches of rainfall annually and just more than 32 inches of snowfall.

GOVERNMENT The city’s municipal form of government is led by the Office of the Mayor.

There are six elected positions to the City Council.

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Emergency: 911

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POPULATION During the 1990s, Bellevue’s population grew nearly 48 percent. Today it is Nebraska’s third-largest city, with more than 53,000 residents, according to the latest census figures.

FIRE PROTECTION The Bellevue Fire Department is headed by Chief Perry Guido. Bellevue is home to a regional fire training facility located at 3100 Cornhusker Road. The facility is used by professional and volunteer fire departments from across eastern Nebraska.

Firehouses: BFD District I Administrative Offices 211 West 22nd Avenue 402-293-3153

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BFD District III 9400 South 36th Street BFD District IV 13501 South 25th Street

Rita Sanders, Mayor 402-293-3020

City Permits 402-293-3015 Code Enforcement 402-293-3050

City Administrator 402-293-3021

Finance Director 402-293-3088

City Clerk 402-293-3007

Garbage/Waste Management 402-293-3135 Personnel Issues 402-293-3009

UTILITIES CABLE TV Cox Communications 402-933-3000

Bellevue Police Department 1510 Wall Street

NATURAL GAS Black Hills Energy 888-890-5554

Nonemergency: 402-293-3100

Recreation Department 402-293-3142

Planning Department 402-293-3032

POLICE PROTECTION The Bellevue Police Department has 96 sworn officers and 20 non-sworn staff. Led by Chief Mark Elbert, the department is made up of two divisions, operations and support, and six patrol districts.

Emergency: 911

Public Works 402-293-3025

ELECTRICITY Omaha Public Power District 402-536-4131

Metropolitan Utilities District 402-554-6666

TELEPHONE CenturyLink 855-223-9631 Cox Communications 402-933-4000 Windstream 866-445-5880 WATER Metropolitan Utilities District 402-554-6666

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LEADERSHIP BELLEVUE

Partners In Excellence

Top, Leadership Bellevue kicks off the morning with Mayor Rita Sanders for City Government day.

Right, Leadership Bellevue class of 2014. Below, Bellevue Fire Department demonstration on equipment needed and preparation to protect firemen when fighting fires.

Leadership Bellevue’s mission is to identify, educate and inspire leaders to serve the Bellevue-Offutt community.

The program began almost 30 years ago and has close to 400 successful graduate leaders.

Leadership Bellevue is designed to sharpen leadership skills by helping participants sense what Bellevue needs.

The program exposes future leaders to the past, present and future of the community by combining presentations by current leaders, tours, panel discussions and dialogue between participants and community decision-makers.

The goal is to bring participants face to face with the challenges Bellevue is meeting and to inspire them to accept responsibility for providing necessary leadership.

Each session during the 10-month program is a full day.

Social opportunities encourage participants to become better acquainted and foster mutual interests in working together to address challenges facing this progressive, growing community.

Leadership Bellevue is a springboard into community awareness and leadership.

Leadership Bellevue is coordinated by the Bellevue Economic Enhancement Foundation in partnership with the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce.

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CHAMBER AWARD WINNERS AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR Karissa Williams Marketing Director — Offutt Collision Repair 10106 S. 15th St. Bellevue, NE 68123 marketing@ocrinc.omc To be named Ambassador of the Year by the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce is not an easy honor to earn.

Members of the chamber volunteer their time, acting as a liason to new businesses to the area, helping to promote the chamber and all that it does.

Karissa Williams was honored for her tireless efforts to promote the chamber to new and existing businesses and owners in the area.

“It meant a lot that I got it,” she said of the award.

Williams is very dedicated to the chamber.

Her employer, Offutt Collision, encouraged Karissa to go out to the community and get involved on behalf of

the company.

And Karissa has done that.

“I really got more involved with the chamber as an ambassador and put my best foot forward,” she said.

“I’m like a ninja of networking,” she said.

Karissa cares about the business in Bellevue, and her actions prove that.

“I used to own a small business in Bellevue and the community involvement is an important part of that,” she said.

As an ambassador of the chamber, Karissa meets with others at area businesses and talks about the benefits of being a member of the chamber.

And often is successful in winning new memberships.

Ambassadors also help the chamber when things need to be done, such as offering meeting space or stuffing envelopes.

Being active in the community is of utmost importance for success in Bellevue, it helps others know who you are and what you're about.

A true champion of the chamber, Karissa sees the chamber as very supportive of small business.

“They give businesses what they need to succeed,” she said.

Karissa is currently the Ambassador President and she also sits on several committees and boards.

“I love the community,” she said. “I really don’t want to live anywhere else.”

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD Steve Betts Bellevue Fire and Rescue, Assistant Chief 211 W. 22nd Ave. Bellevue, NE 68005 sbetts@bellevue.net “I was raised to always give back to the community,” said Steve Betts.

And Betts has done that.

Honored with the Distinguished Service award from the chamber, Betts continues to quietly give back to the community he’s called home since he was about 13 years old.

His father joined the Bellevue Volunteer Fire Department when the family moved to Bellevue. And at age 16 Betts joined as well.

“I’ve worked in just about every department of the city, except for waste water,” he said.

“Pretty simple story, start early and work a long time.” he said about his career.

In fact, Betts has spent his entire career with the city of Bellevue. His first job was in the city’s public works street department.

He had held all types of positions in the volunteer department, even serving as chief.

“It was the largest volunteer department in the state,” Betts said of the fire department.

2010 brought his efforts to a full-time status when the volunteer department officially became a city department.

Betts was also integral in establishing a radio communications system across Sarpy County in 1995.

His supervisors tasked him with researching and implementing a new

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communications system to replace the long outdated system the city had been using.

“I became the communications guy — still love it, still run it,” he said.

Betts is the man the chamber calls for help from the city with events, such as RiverFest.

He helps arrange the power supply, fencing and the emergency services that are made available during events.

And his involvement in RiverFest was noted as one reason for his being honored with the Distinguished Service award.

“Pretty much what they ask us to do, we try to accommodate them,” said Betts of his support to the chamber.

CHAMBER AWARD WINNERS SILVER ARROW AWARD Marathon Ventures Inc. John Larsen, President 901 Fort Crook Road North Bellevue, NE 68005 john.larsen@marathonventuresinc.com Marathon Ventures Inc. got its name from the two friends and company co-owners who first met at a marathon.

It is the corporate home of Herman’s Nut House, Maggies’ Gourmet Popcorn and Pear’s Gourmet Coffee among other snack foods.

The company also has many private label customers, including some of the top retailers in the country.

Marathon Ventures employs about 100 people. It opened its corporate headquarters in Bellevue in 2013 and brought its production facility to the city in 2014.

There is also the Fresh Roast Store, a coffee and snack shop, at the front of the facility.

The building is a great location for

the company, offering easy access to the interstate.

The front store has also served as a polling place for city elections, and the company is also supportive of other community events and groups such as the bike trail on Fort Crook Road and the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure and various marathons.

John Larsen, president of the company, said Bellevue’s welcoming approach and the tax incentives offered by the city and state, led him and his business partner, Mike Sortino, to locate the business on Fort Crook Road.

Before moving in to the building, the company put it through a complete renovation that suited the company’s

needs for production, distribution and storage.

Larsen admits the company has some big competitors, but sees Marathon Ventures as able to compete on the level where smaller or more unique packaging and batches are needed.

“We can play small and nimble,” he said. He can make sure the company can meet a retailers needs quickly. “You’ve got to play to your strength.”

The Silver Arrow Award was a surprise, he said.

A Bellevue native, Larsen's first job was at the same address that Marathon Ventures is located — the location was a Mexican restaurant then and Larsen worked as busboy.

LEADERSHIP — PARTNER IN EXCELLENCE Moonstruck Meadery Brian Schlueter 2221 Madison St. Bellevue, NE 68005 brian@moonstruckmead.com Just back from Argentina on an exploratory trip, Brian Schlueter, owner of Moonstruck Meadery, realized something: That he can more than trust his staff to take charge in this ever growing business.

In the month of January, in Schlueter’s absense, the meadery’s tasting room saw sales jump by more than double over the previous January.

Not only are the award-winning meads on hand for tastings, but the menu also includes pizzas that have a crust recipe that uses honey as an ingredient — the same honey that goes into the mead production.

He has learned to trust his staff at the tasting room, and his son who runs

the production facility, to take care of business.

Being able to trust them allows Schlueter to focus more on the expansion plans for this growing business.

Sales by distributors have jumped, and Schlueter is looking at increasing local production by moving from hand bottling to an automated line that can put out about 1,100 bottles an hour.

He’s also looking to bring in interns as production increases.

As Moonstruck grows as a global brand, Schlueter is looking to keep a strong local presence in Bellevue, locally sourcing the high quality ingredients that go into his meads as much as possible.

He’s formed ties with the community

that go back to when he and his family were stationed at Offutt.

“I love it here,” said Schlueter.

As a business owner, Schlueter appreciates the contacts and camaraderie that’s been a product of being involved with the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce.

“I think the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce supports business very well, especially small businesses,” said Schlueter.

And as a part of the Bellevue community, Schlueter is supportive as well.

The meadery is happy to donate product, as Schlueter calls it, for fundraisers for local organizations. “We can’t always give what we’d like to, but we give what we can,” said Schlueter.

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CHAMBER AWARD WINNERS DISTINGUISHED LEADERSHIP ALUMNI Kay Dammast City Clerk, Bellevue - retired 2614 Coffey Ave. Bellevue, NE 68123 kdammast@hotmail.com For more than 12 years, Kay Dammast served as City Clerk for Bellevue.

A "behind-the-scenes" job, is how she described it.

But as the city clerk, Dammast was something of a gatekeeper for the city council and the city hall.

Dammast recorded the votes and deliberations of city council sessions, composed the minutes and posted them online.

She was also the first point of contact for those seeking liquor licenses, event licenses, ordinance information and tips on navigating the city’s bureaucracy.

Dammast retired from Bellevue last September.

Not that she is keeping still. Dammast will be teaching a class on time management for the Nebraska Municipal Clerks Institute and Academy.

She has been involved with the program for 20 years, either attending or teaching classes which are held one week each year in March on the UNO campus.

A 2009 graduate of Leadership Bellevue, Dammast is a great supporter of the program and the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce.

“I love Leadership Bellevue,” she said.

“It was a total surprise,” Dammast said of the Distinguished Leadership Alumni award. “It does mean a great deal to me, because I never think of myself as distinguished.” Though the

leadership class is only offered once a year, Dammast found that participants meet a lot of people — those you need to know in the community and turn to when you need advice.

“People that take that are people that want to be leaders in Bellevue,” she said.

Dammast also is a fan of the chamber as a whole.

“The Bellevue chamber does a tremendous job,” she said. “In recent years they have really concentrated on economic development for the city.”

Since retiring, Dammast has more time for the community, including volunteering more for the chamber at events or whatever the need of the chamber might be.

SMALL BUSINESS — BREAKING GROUND TAKE AIM Mary and Bob Whaling, owners 3403 Samson Way Bellevue, NE 68123 info@takeaimbellevue.com Mary and Bob Whaling wanted to be business owners.

That was the big dream. But what kind of business was up for discussion.

After much thought, research and more discussion, the pair opened Take AIM in July 2013.

“We spent close to three years planning,” Bob Whaling said.

He even attended a series of firing range development courses to learn the business before opening their range.

The couple met in the 1980s when both were enlisted in the Air Force.

Eventually stationed in Bellevue, they decided to stay after leaving the service.

“The kids grew up here,” he said.

No strangers to the chamber, they

were active with it prior to opening the business.

“They spoke on our behalf at city meetings,” he said of the chamber staff as the couple went through the process of launching the business.

Mary Whaling, a Leadership Bellevue graduate, was very familiar with the chamber and how important it is to businesses in the community.

“We got a lot of sound advice form them,” Bob Whaling said of the chamber.

“As well as from other business owners in the community. We took advice from everybody.”

When the couple settled on a location, they approached other area businesses to discuss their plans.

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“We wanted to be good neighbors,” he said.

Safety is No. 1 at the range. Bob Whaling and the staff continually monitor the lobby and shooting lanes.

“We have some great customers — we’re really fortunate,” he said.

“Everyone is very respectful.”

Though there is staff at the front desk, Bob Whaling is at the business every day it’s open, Tuesday through Sunday.

The range is closed Mondays, that doesn’t mean he takes the day off. He comes in to clean the range and do other maintenance including hauling out the spent bullet lead to a recycling center.

Any special events are scheduled on Mondays.

CHAMBER AWARD WINNERS SMALL BUSINESS — 1-15 EMPLOYEES Moonstruck Meadery Brian Schlueter 2221 Madison St. Bellevue, NE 68005 brian@moonstruckmead.com Brian Schlueter, owner of Moonstruck Meadery, enjoys doing home-brewed beers.

Mainly a hobby for several years, he got more serious about making mead a few years prior to launching his brand in October of 2011.

And he made his first batch of mead, strawberry and red raspberry flavored and carbonated, in 1989 when he and his family were stationed in Okinawa, Japan.

A few more batches followed but Schlueter didn’t start perfecting his mead until about 5 or 6 years ago, according to Brian.

He has learned the correct ways to make mead, but has tweaked the method to his liking resulting in a unique

product.

Made from fermented honey, Brian insists that only the highest quality ingredients be used in his mead.

That commitment to quality hasn’t gone unoticed.

Moonstruck has won several awards at international and national competitions.

In fact, the Capsumel, or pepper mead, has several times earned Double Gold Medals in Hong Kong, Isreal, Argentina and Ukraine.

Double Gold is a very high honor, and places Moonstruck among the best meads in the world.

Schlueter wants to be sure to maintain a high quality standard for the mead he makes and food he serves in his tasting

room.

At the tasting room, pizza is on the menu. One of the ingredients in the dough is honey, in keeping with the main ingredient of mead.

Schlueter is looking at revising the business plan for the meadery, as sales have far exceeded goals that were set when he first launched the business.

Part of that revised plan includes expanding production capabilities at his existing facility in Bellevue, while continuing to source ingredients as close to home as possible, but also considering opening another facility in Argentina.

Argentina is the second largest producer of honey in the world, increasing Moonstruck's global footprint.

SMALL BUSINESS — 16-50 EMPLOYEES Cornhusker Auto Wash & Detail Center Mark Fox and Brian Fox 10205 S. 25th St. Bellevue, NE 68123 mfox@cornhuskerautowash.com Three generations have built Cornhusker Auto Wash & Detail Center into an award-winning business. The center was opened by Ray Fox in 1986, who has since passed away, and now operated by Ray’s son, Mark Fox, who joined the company officially in 1996.

Brian Fox, Mark’s son joined the business in 2013.

With an entrepreneurial spirit, Ray had previously owned a hotel in Hastings before coming back to Bellevue, he chose the location deliberately near the Kennedy Freeway, but on a corner that would offer ease of access for traffic.

The small business award was a great honor for this family-run business. The Fox family works hard to honor what Ray

started. “He had a dream,” said Mark.

“And we got her done.”

“He worked hard to set the foundation for where we are today with the business,” said Brian of his grandfather.

Customer service is of utmost importance to the business, and the owners and employees work to offer the best service experience possible to their customers.

Being part of the community is important for the business. The Foxes offer donations and goods to charities and various fundraisers across the area as one way of giving back to the community.

The owners are also proud to support service members from the nearby Offutt Air Force Base.

A free car wash on Veterans Day for

active or retired military is a long standing tradition.

Their reputation on the base as a trusted place to take your car has gained them new and repeat customers.

Service members who are being shipped overseas can bring their car to the carwash to be prepped for transport, treating the car to help protect it during shipping.

The carwash provides quality service to Bellevue and the surrounding community. But besides the carwash, the company also offers auto detailing, remote start installation, windshield rock chip repair and more services. They also own the gas station that is adjacent to the carwash.

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CHAMBER AWARD WINNERS SMALL BUSINESS — MINORITY OWNED Texture Salon & Spa Mary Macias-Cox 3503 Samson Way Bellevue, NE 68123 texturesalon2012@gmail.com Texture Salon & Spa has been owned

by Mary Macias-Cox and her husband for a little more than three years.

Macias-Cox had worked in the beauty industry for several years before the opportunity came along to purchase the salon.

She had always wanted to own a salon and the timing of the opportunity was right for her.

“So we went for it,” said Macias-Cox. The couple decided to stay in Bellevue after retiring from the military.

“The city has been a good fit for us and our family,” said Macias-Cox. “It’s become home.”

The shop has 10 hair stylists, a massage therapist, esthetician and hand and

foot nail specialist and recently added spray tanning to the services offered.

Three of the stylists also do makeup as well, serving bridal parties.

Macias-Cox got involved with the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce once she was owner of the salon.

The salon keeps her busy, so she isn’t always able to offer as much time in support of the chamber as she would like.

With a degree in business and her knowledge of the beauty industry as a trainer and stylist, salon ownership was a perfect fit for Macias-Cox. Macias-Cox comes from a family of entrepreneurs, her parents are immigrants and her children are first generation American-born.

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Her father owns a restaurant and her mother owns a hair salon.

Being a business owner is just in her blood.

“The chamber has been very supportive,” said Macias-Cox. “The small business award from the chamber increased our exposure,” she said.

The salon has realized phenomenal growth in the past year, and she credits the building of relationships in the community for that.

“You get what you put into the chamber,” she said.

Her networking efforts helped her build relationships and get her credibility established, said Macias-Cox.

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This is the good life When it comes to sheltering residents, Bellevue is first-rate.

“A lot of people, when they find out they are going to be stationed at Offutt, get here and are really surprised,” said Angela May, real estate agent with NP Dodge. “There’s a lot of people who end up coming back here to retire.”

Rising View is one housing company that caters specifically to active-duty military. They specialize in homes for Bellevue’s largest population segment, working with people either on base or off base.

The fact that veterans retire here is also a reason why Bellevue is host to Eastern Nebraska Veterans Home, which last year won the Excellence in Action award for resident satisfaction.

Seniors without military backgrounds can also find lots of options in Bellevue. This growing segment of

the population is well served through Hillcrest Heath Services, which offers many options from independent to assisted living; Richmont Village; Harmony Court; and Heritage Ridge Retirement Community.

Bellevue is a draw for first-time homebuyers and people looking for a place to establish a family, as it offers good schools, jobs, and lots of amenities such as biking trails and parks.

More than a dozen sanitary improvement districts (SID) units are around the Bellevue area. SIDs, housing developments governed independently of the city, are sought after by people desiring new housing.

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“Bellevue is growing so much,” said Cindy Dropinski, manager of Pavilion at Twin Creek Apartments. “There’s a lot of new housing in Bellevue.”

People have lots of areas to choose from, all over the city.

South of the city, residents can find houses in Lakewood Villages, Pilgrims Landing, Hyda Hills, Two Springs and Tregaron. If someone wants to live to the north, they will find Sunrise or Avery Hills.

New housing may not be for everyone, which is why Bellevue also offers apartments in a variety of prices and sizes. Apartments, however, may be harder to come by than single-family residences.

“I stay between 95 and 98 percent occupied,” said Dropinski.

That number, she said, is pretty strong for many apartment dwellings. Apartment living in Bellevue is so popular right now that Pavilion at Twin Creeks is building 240 more units. Apartments can also be found in Olde Towne, Fontenelle Hills, and Colonial Pointe at Fairview.

Another factor in Bellevue housing is the Highway 34 corridor. A new bridge linking the Iowa and Nebraska sides opened in October, and with it has come new business and new residents.

“I have had a lot of people from the Iowa side moving this direction because there’s such an easy access to Omaha now,” Dropinski said.

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BELLEVUE HEALTH CARE

Get healthy in Bellevue Bellevue residents’ health is in good hands — whether young or old, suffering from debilitating ailment or the common cold.

The Nebraska Medicine-Bellevue, which opened in 2010, continues to grow. This full-service hospital features 55 beds and more than 300 physicians in more than 30 different specialities. They are also accredited by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care as a chest pain center and recently earned the Get With the Guidelines Stroke Performance Silver Plus Award from the American Heart Association.

The Nebraska Medicine-Bellevue also houses Madonna Rehabilitation Speciality Hospital. This partnership started in April 2014. Madonna leases the fourth floor of the hospital, and houses 32 beds in which to provide comprehensive medical and rehabilitation programs for patients who no longer need acute care, but still need specialty medical services. During the initial six months, the hospital was limited to 10 beds, and has kept busy, serving 100 patients from April through February 2015.

Alegent Creighton Health on Samson Way offers family medicine, pediatrics, sports medicine, and more. They are part of the CHI health system, which has services throughout the Omaha metro region.

Specialty medicine, such as Bellevue Vision Clinic or Towne Dental, can be found throughout the city for convenient checkups, and the Twin Creek area is home to many medical services such as psychiatry and chiropractic care.

Four-legged loved ones can obtain medical care at Twin Creek Animal Hospital. Bellevue Urgent Care on Harlan Drive is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to treat minor injuries and illnesses that are not life-threatening, but still require attention.

One growing area of health care is providing care to the

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BELLEVUE HEALTH CARE aging, and Bellevue provides ample care for that population segment through Hillcrest Health Services.

Hillcrest is expanding, and Victoria Gardens memory support residences will split this fall to become an inpatient rehabilitation facility for people with dementia, along with a long-term skilled nursing and hospice house.

Hillcrest also provides adult day services, palliative care, hospice care, in-home care and much more.

Whatever happens, at whatever age, Bellevue residents can get well from a variety of quality services.

Once the doctor writes a prescription, Bellevue residents can stay in their hometown to obtain the medication. A variety of pharmacies, from nationally known to locally owned, can be found in Bellevue. Desire orange juice to help combat that cold? Need a package of bandages for later? Most pharmacies also offer other products of comfort or care.

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2015 COMMUNITY EVENTS Earth Day Celebration & 5K run/1 mile walk

Story Time

Nebraska Renaissance Faire

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May 3-4 Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch www.bellevueberryfarm.com

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Aug. 15 Mission Avenue and Washington Park www.bokiwanis.org

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Midlands Pirate Festival

Aug. 23-24 Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch www.bellevueberryfarm.com

Exotic Animal Day

May 16 Gifford Farm Education Center www.esu3.org

Gifford Farm Fall Festival

Sept. 19-20 Gifford Farm Education Center www.esu3.org

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Trick or Treat with the Animals Oct. 17 Gifford Farm Education Center www.esu3.org

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June 1-Aug. 31 Sarpy County Historical Museum www.sarpycountymuseum.org

Nebraska's Official Veterans Parade Nov.7 Olde Towne Bellevue www.bellevuenebraska.com

Stars and Stripes Day

June 27 Gifford Farm Education Center www.esu3.org

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RIVERFEST The 2015 Nebraska State BBQ Championship and Music Festival, will be held July 17-18, at Haworth Park.

Great food goes with great music and RiverFest delivers, with loads of live acts.

Weekend events include a KidZone, a GreenZone, fireworks, a balloon glow, vendor fair, helicopter rides and Car Show.

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ARROWS TO AEROSPACE Arrows to Aerospace is a longtime community celebration held in August in Olde Towne Bellevue. Coordinated by the Bellevue-Offutt Kiwanis Club, the event includes a parade, childrens’ activities and a pancake breakfast.

Washington Park is the place to be after the parade for live music, face painting and other family activities. This year’s celebration is August 15.

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NEBRASKA’S OFFICIAL VETERANS PARADE Each November, patriotism invades Mission Avenue in Olde Towne Bellevue for Nebraska’s Official Veterans Parade. Celebrating its 14th year, the tribute honors representatives of most military branches, along with veterans from recent wars and conflicts. The morning is filled with patriotic pride that is unparalleled in the region. The parade typically draws more than 100 entries, including impressive participation from Offutt Air Force Base. This year’s parade is November 7.

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ANNUAL QUILT SHOW

Sarpy County History Museum, 2402 Clay Street in Bellevue, hosts the Great Sarpy County Quilt Exhibit. With 80-plus quilts, this exhibit runs from June 1 to August 31.

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BELLEVUE HISTORY

Explore Nebraska’s birthplace There was a time when present day Bellevue was little more than open prairie and woodland. Less than twenty years had gone by since the Lewis and Clark Expedition had passed and returned through the area. Native Americans, members of the Otoe and Omaha, lived near the Missouri River and Papillion Creek.

A fur trading post operated by Joshua Pilcher was not much more than a dot on the overall landscape. The year was 1822, about as early as Bellevue can concretely trace its origins as the oldest permanent settlement in Nebraska.

As a result of its connection with the Missouri River, Bellevue experienced the first of many of its booms by the 1830s. The fur trade was flourishing and Bellevue served as a springboard for many traders and trappers headed westward and point of embarkation for goods in route to St. Louis.

Spurred by the growth, fur trader and perhaps Bellevue’s best candidate for city father, Lucien Fontenelle built a larger trading post in 1832, selling the former location to the federal government for use as the Missouri River Indian Agency or Bellevue Agency. Following the death of Lucian in 1840, his son, Logan returned to the territory and served as an interpreter for the U.S. Government. Logan’s mother was a

daughter of Chief Big Elk of the Omaha tribe and Logan would eventually become chief himself in 1853.

Logan also worked for Peter Sarpy, a businessman and ferryboat operator. Sarpy brought scores of people across the Missouri River on their journey to the open west, including fortune seekers during the California gold rush and Mormons en route to Utah. In an effort to have people stay, he also aided in establishing the Bellevue Town Company with the town officially organizing in 1856.

Success has not come without setback. Bellevue was passed by to become the capital of the Nebraska Territory and as a selection site for the Transcontinental Railroad. Subsequently, Bellevue encountered hardship in the years that followed. Population as well as influence dwindled and lead to the relocation of the county seat in 1875.

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women, opened its doors in the fall of 1883. The second element was the commissioning of Fort Crook by the War Department in 1890 with construction taking place between 1894-1896.

Named after the late General George Crook, the fort played an important role during the SpanishAmerican War. With the coming of the Second World War, Fort Crook, located safely in the middle of the heartland, was selected as a site for the Martin Bomber Plant. Thousands of bombers were produced here during the war, including the Enola Gay and Bockscar, the planes used to drop the atomic bombs near

the end of World War II. Fort Crook was re-designated Offutt Air Force Base, after a World War One flyer killed in France. It took on a new set of challenges contesting Cold War threats and served as the headquarters of Strategic Air Command from 1948-1992. Today, Offutt Air Force Base is home to the 55th Wing, Air Force Weather Agency and United States Strategic Command.

From its humble beginnings as a cluster of buildings associated with a trading post to third largest city in Nebraska and significant economic player, Bellevue has been on a remarkable journey. It has been one with not only just a rich local history, but one that is intertwined with history on a national and even international scale. Most of all, the history is something we should be proud of.

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BELLEVUE HISTORY

Fontenelle Hall at Bellevue College in the early 1900s.

Caboose rolls to the Museum To help explore the significance of the rich railroad history in Bellevue and Sarpy County, the Sarpy County Museum recently acquired and relocated a full size Union Pacific Caboose to the museum grounds. Rarely used by railroads today, the caboose served as a mobile office for the train crew and was essential during much of 19th and 20th century America. With the help of volunteers, the community, local businesses and organizations, the 58,000-pound caboose will be restored to its original glory, and though it was retired in 1989, it will continue to live on as a unique museum piece. Once the restoration is completed, the inside will be available to tour and will feature over 150 years of local railroad history.

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BELLEVUE HISTORY A visit to Sarpy museum like a trip through time

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Journey through time viewing exhibits of fur traders, missionaries and tribal leaders at the Sarpy County Historical Museum, 2402 Clay Street in Olde Towne Bellevue.

The museum is filled with artifacts dating back many decades.

Monthly programs reach into the past, keeping local history alive for members and guests. The museum’s mission is to collect, preserve and display objects and documentary records relating to Sarpy County.

For more information, go to www. sarpymuseum.org; or call 402-292-1880.

This log cabin, built in the 1830s, is the oldest standing structure in Bellevue. After the death of Josephine Mountain, its last resident, it was purchased by the Sarpy County Historical Society. It has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. The property is at 1805 Hancock Street. Tours are available by appointment, call the Sarpy County Museum at 402-292-1880.

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AVENUE OF FLAGS

With American flags going up in mid-May and flying until mid-November, some of Bellevue’s main streets are transformed into Bellevue’s Avenue of Flags.

Since 1999, the American flags, thanks to the generosity of donors, have been flown proudly along Mission Avenue and Franklin Street in Olde Towne and also along Galvin Road.

Over the years, The Avenue of Flags has continued to expand west along Highway 370.

The number of flags have fluctuated each year, directly reflecting the level of participation of business and community members of Bellevue.

Organized by the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, and pulled off by many volunteers, this yearly patriotic display is in honor of current service members and

veterans of the United States military.

Many of the flags need to be replaced each year due to wear and tear from the elements, with only about 10 percent of the flags lasting longer than one year.

Even some of the poles need to be replaced. Each year replacement hardware must be ordered, too.

To help sponsor the flags, the donation is $60 per flag.

Make checks payable to the Bellevue Economic Enhancement Foundation. Donations can be dropped off at the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce office or mailed to B.E.E.F., 1102 Galvin Road South, Bellevue, NE 68005.

For more information about the program contact the chamber of commerce at 402-898-3000 or visit www. bellevuenebraska.com.

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The Bellevue Community Foundation has created a designated fund for the Olde Towne area.

Donations can be made directly toward revitalizing and maintaining Olde Towne by designating donations specifically to be used by the Olde Towne Development Committee.

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PLAY BALL Bellevue is home to the Champions Village, a Boys Baseball and Girl’s Fast Pitch Softball Complex built in partnership with the city of Bellevue.

The teams are housed and fed on site in team clubhouses and compete with other teams from all over North America. Teams have come to compete from as far away as Australia.

Weeklong tournaments are held in June during the NCAA College World Series under the banner of Omaha Champions Village.

The Bellevue University Bruins fast pitch softball team also calls the Champions Village home and practice and play all their home games here.

Many additional week end tournaments are hosted during the year which provides a plentiful supply of games for the softball/baseball enthusiast.

For more information, www.thechampionsvillage.com or www.omahaball.com

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FONTENELLE NATURE ASSOCIATION Founded in 1913, FNA is one of Nebraska’s oldest conservation organizations and one of the largest private nature centers in the United States. The properties encompass nearly 2,000 acres of forest, prairie, waterways and wetlands along the Missouri River in the geographically significant Loess Hills.

Fontenelle Forest Nature Center is designated as a National Natural Landmark with the U.S. Department of the Interior and is listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. Notable historic sites that are located within FNA properties include more than 70 Nebraska Phase Indian lodge sites; the trading post of Manual Lisa and Lucien Fontenelle; and a portion of the Mormon Trail.

There is also reference in the journals of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark to a five-day encampment along the Missouri River, which is widely held to be located in Fontenelle Forest.

More than 90,000 visitors walk FNA paths each year, including nearly 30,000 children and adults who participate in environmental education courses. The 26 miles of maintained trails and the mile-long barrier-free boardwalk allow visitors to enjoy the beauty of the ever-changing natural setting.

FNA marked its 100th year in 2013, visit www.fontenelle100.com to read stories and see photos of the memories that were shared by those who have visited Fontenelle.

Fontenelle Nature Association, located at 1111 Bellevue Boulevard North, is a federally designated nonprofit that owns and manages Fontenelle Forest Nature Center in Bellevue and Neale Woods in Omaha.

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BELLEVUE OUTDOORS Bellevue is very fortunate to have more than 35 parks and more than 700 acres of green space for residents and the public to enjoy. These parks are a combination of neighborhood and regional parks, and are located all over the community.

A splash pad, the city's first, will be installed at Hastings Banner Park in northwest Bellevue. The park also has soccer fields, baseball fields and a walking trail.

A new fountain was installed in the lake at American Heroes park. Part of the original master plan for the park, the fountain enhances what is becoming Bellevue's greatest outdoor spaces.

We also have more than 100 camping spots available for rent at Haworth Park.

Some of the amenities you can find in other city parks are shelters, playgrounds, ball fields, tennis courts and walking/biking trails.

Also this summer, Washington Park, at 20th Avenue and Franklin Street, will be hosting Music in the Park on Thursday nights.

For more information, contact the Bellevue Parks Department at 402-293-3122 or on the web at: www.Bellevue.net/Departments/Parks.aspx.

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Your first stop should be in Bellevue Bellevue is ready to serve hungry customers all day long with a variety of cuisines.

Stop in to one of the many bakeries in the morning for a sweet treat, and while there, order something for that special occasion coming up. “The community here is very supportive of itself, and the lease rate is reasonable. People in Bellevue, particularly in Olde Towne tend to support Bellevue-based businesses. It’s a nice little community,� said Mary Pat Guerrier, manager of Drizzles bakery.

Bellevue is home to world-renowned places for AllAmerican cuisine and award-winning barbecue at locally owned and nationally recognized restaurants. “It’s the welcoming attitude of people,� said B & B Classic Dogs owner Diane Bruce. “We base everything for the family and Bellevue needed a really family-oriented place. The city of Bellevue was very good to work with as far as getting permits and licenses, and Offutt Air Force Base was a huge reason we picked Bellevue.�

Offutt Air Force Base is home to military personnel who come from all over the U.S. and have traveled all over the world, adding a unique variety to the town and its cuisine. “People at the base are used to the variety that we offer,� Bruce said. “They take a challenge once in a while and try something new. We offer hot dogs from places such as Chicago, so we are able to provide a taste of home for military people.�

Interested in the cuisine south of the border?

Bellevue also offers a variety of Mexican restaurants, from small family-run establishments with a quaint authentic feel to people’s favorite franchises.

Cuisine from the far east is well represented in Bellevue, with several options for Chinese food, along with fare from Korea, Thailand and Japan.

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Getting ready for the big game, or need a place to take the youngsters after a junior-league game? Bellevue offers plenty of options for pizza, whether one prefers thin or thick crust, classic toppings or something more original.

Those hosting events will find a variety of caterers right in the city.

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BELLEVUE LITTLE THEATRE The Bellevue Little Theatre, 203 West Mission Avenue, has been entertaining audiences for more than four decades.

The marquee changes several times each year with announcements of the latest comedy, drama or musical playing on its revolving stage.

Sarpy County’s only performing arts center, the theater continues to thrive. During its first eight years, productions were held in restaurants, schools and at Bellevue University.

In 1977, the board purchased and renovated the 244-seat 1940s Roxy Movie Theater building. In 1992, the adjacent building was purchased to serve as dressing rooms.

The thrift shop/reservation center, which is more than 20 years old, is operated with an all-volunteer staff and is currently located in the theater building.

Support from the Midlands Community Foundation and Bellevue Little Theatre patrons, and recent support of the Theatres of the Midlands, has provided state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, as well as interior and exterior renovations to the stage, proscenium, lobby and marquee.

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CONFERENCE & EVENT CENTER

Bellevue works to make vision a reality The ground-breaking ceremony was held in the spring of 2015 for the new conference and event center and adjacent hotel after months of planning and research.

In late August of 2013, a group of Bellevue city officials, city council members and the president of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce got into a van early in the morning and headed for Manhattan, Kansas, to tour a hotel and convention center.

They were on the road to see an example of a facility that was similar to their vision that would fill the needs of the growing Bellevue community.

The City and the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce have worked diligently together to address a community need for a modern, appropriately sized meeting and event facility paired with a high quality hotel. Both located near high quality business, professional and medical offices where community members can gather for a variety of business, community and individual activities.

After touring numerous facilities throughout the region and months of negotiation and hard work between the City of Bellevue, the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce and the developers of the project, that vision is nearing reality.

In late February of 2014, the Bellevue City Council approved the agreements needed for a hotel and conference and event center to be built in Bellevue. In November of 2014, the city council approved a $7.4 million bond issue to help build the conference and event center. The bond issue will be covered by the anticipated increase in revenue from sales tax, property tax and lodging tax that the facility will generate. The hotel is to be privately funded.

This project will be built along Raynor Parkway in the Twin Creek area of Bellevue, which is north of the 36th

Street and Highway 370 intersection.

Marcus Theater is just to the south and Culver’s is directly east of the development.

The Olson Associates conference and event center will seat up to 1,000 people in the main ballroom.

This 25,000-square-foot area can be separated to serve several smaller meetings or receptions and will have modern audio/visual equipment available.

The city has entered into an agreement with Kinseth Hospitality Group of Lamar, Iowa, to manage and operate the conference center.

The Kinseth Group has a proven record of operating similar facilities in the region.

Marriott International, Inc. has given franchise approval for a 124-room Courtyard by Marriott to be part of the development. The hotel has a projected cost of $15 million.

This will be a one-of-a-kind regional community meeting facility with convenient, high quality lodging, offices and related services that will meet important needs of the citizens of Bellevue.

The hotel and conference and event center has the potential to create significant commercial synergies with businesses in Twin Creek Village and other areas of Bellevue.

Businesses are looking to move into the Twin Creek Village area and existing businesses are pursuing expansion and other improvements.

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PUBLIC SAFETY FOUNDATION

Making Bellevue a safer place The Bellevue Public Safety Foundation, in concert with both the Bellevue Police and Bellevue Fire and Rescue, identifies needed programs, equipment, and technology within the community and creates partnerships with local business, residents and community members to meet these needs.

The foundation is dedicated to providing the Bellevue Police and Fire and Rescue Departments with the supplemental resources needed to enhance the quality of life of all Bellevue residents and community members.

The foundation hosts several signature fundraisers each year including a golf tournament and soup competition. It also hosts the annual chili competition where proceeds support the annual Holiday Heroes program helping children from low-income families during the holidays.

Wayne Lewis, center, of Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping, became the first person outside of the Bellevue police and fire departments to claim the People's Choice Award in the annual Holiday Heroes Chili Cookoff. He is pictured with Roger Cox, left, public relations director for the Bellevue Police Department, and Bellevue firefighter Jim DiMauro, right.

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Current vice president Bonnie Knutson said, “Our organization has no paid staff and all monies raised support our program of work.�

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GREEN BELLEVUE

Keeping things beautiful Bellevue is becoming greener by the day, thanks to Green Bellevue’s community programs intended to preserve and honor the environment. A grassroots, nonprofit advocate for conservation, Green Bellevue’s ability to forge lasting partnerships and recruit volunteers is creating a more beautiful and eco-conscious city landscape.

Trees, Trees, Trees Designated by the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum as a Community Arboretum and the Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA, Bellevue has 2,000 acres of forest within city limits. In addition to the beauty the trees provide, they also offer shade, habitat, dust absorption and oxygen.

For the past five years, Green Bellevue has been applying for tree grants and organizing spring and fall tree planting efforts, which has resulted in the addition of more than 900 trees in public areas.

Bellevue celebrates Arbor Day by choosing a few schools to engage in tree

planting on school property and learn about the history of Arbor Day. Interested schools should contact Don Preister at donp@ greenbellevue.org.

In September of 2014, Green Bellevue celebrated five years of service with the “Cool Parking” project at Bellevue Public Library. Volunteers planted 10 trees, thanks to a grant from the ReTree Nebraska initiative, that will result in a cooling effect.

Ramp Up Recycling The City of Bellevue’s Epiphany Ramos is set on increasing Bellevue’s landfill diversion numbers by encouraging local residents, schools, and businesses to make recycling and waste reduction a priority. Green Bellevue volunteers are leading a countywide effort to increase recycling with the “Lighten the Load to the Landfill” campaign.

Volunteers can join the promotion and education efforts by contacting Ruth Richter at ruthr@greenbellevue.org.

Collection Sites • The City of Bellevue takes tree branches at the City Tree Dump at 8902 Cedar Island Road every fourth Saturday of the month, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

• TGB Recycling Center (211 Galvin Road N.) accepts most recycling (not glass). Call for appliances, 402-812-5428 • RiverCity Recycling (including glass), 6030 S. 60th St., Omaha • Secure eWaste, AME Computers, 3512 Samson Way, Ste 204 • Plastic bags – Most grocery stores in Bellevue collect these • Greenbellevue.org has listings for light bulbs, batteries, ink cartridges, and more • Earth911.org – Type in the item and your zip code for a listing • Pick up your free blue bin at Bellevue Public Library, or call the City of Bellevue at (402) 293-3135 • Visit www.bellevue.net and look under Trash and Recycling for a comprehensive list • Take toxic waste (yard chemicals, paint, etc) to Under the Sink at 4001 S. 120th St. (underthesink.org)

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GREEN BELLEVUE Educate and Celebrate The Sarpy County Earth Day celebration, held the last week of each April, provides the venue for community members of all ages to participate and learn about caring for the environment.

Held at the BPS Lied Activity Center, the annual event includes an athletic event, an art show display of more than 100 posters from young artists, a Environment Champion Awards ceremony that recognizes current and future leaders and more.

The annual RiverFest celebration organized by the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce provides a great venue for recycling education. Green Bellevue volunteers participate in planning the recycling efforts and are on site to educate about the benefits of recycling.

Diverse and interesting educational programs are offered free to the public at monthly Green Bellevue meetings, with topics ranging from organic gardening to water quality, trail restoration and renewable energy. Green Bellevue’s School Outreach Program focuses on creating

young stewards of the environment, and has led to a variety of planting and science-oriented projects, and increased recycling education efforts.

Programs That Keep Green Going Green Bellevue sponsored and continues to help care for the largest series of rain gardens in Nebraska, capturing and filtering more than six million gallons of water yearly from the roof and landscape of the Eastern Nebraska Veteran’s Home.

This past June, volunteers added more than 250 native grasses and plants to the 10 gardens that comprise the storm water management plan.

In 2014, the gardens at Bellevue Public Library were adopted and cleaned, and volunteers installed a children’s butterfly garden.

Volunteer opportunities include: • Maintenance of six gardens in city parks.

• Spring and fall tree planting on city property.

• Regular citywide litter cleanup projects.

• Water pollution prevention by labeling storm drains warning residents that the drains lead directly to fresh water.

• An annual Green Health Fair happens every year mid-May at the LEED-certified Nebraska MedicineBellevue facility.

• The annual Earth Day event.

The Power of Partnership Check out www.greenbellevue.org and get involved by attending monthly educational meetings, held on the second Sunday of the month at Nebraska Medicine-Bellevue at 25th Street and Highway 370. Or stop by the Bellevue Farmers Market every Saturday from May to September to continue the conservation conversation.

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EDUCATION IN BELLEVUE

Making the grade Educational opportunities get an A+ in Bellevue.

Parents who are ready to send their little ones off to preschool can choose from a number of public and private options, as well as the early childhood offerings presented by Bellevue Public Schools, Omaha Public Schools and the nearby Papillion-La Vista School District.

Bellevue is home to many award-winning elementary, middle and high schools, both public and private.

Enrollment has been growing at all schools thanks in part to a booming economy in the city. Another thing that makes Bellevue-area schools attractive is the feeling of community that each school brings to its neighborhood and its students.

One such academic institution is Cornerstone Christian School. Cornerstone, with deep roots in Sarpy County, first opened its doors in Papillion in 1984. Soon after, Cornerstone moved to Bellevue as an elementary school and has experienced increasing growth. A recent move has middle and high school students at a new home.

Sixth- through 12-graders are now at a building leased from Springfield Platteview Community Schools. The building is located at 16405 Clay Street.

Elementary students will remain at the original school located at Thanksgiving! Lutheran Church at 3704 370 Plaza.

Other private schools in the Bellevue area include Daniel J. Gross Catholic High School, St. Matthew Catholic School, Saint Mary’s Elementary School and St. Bernadette School.

Bellevue Public Schools is the city’s major educator, serving nearly 10,000 students in 21 schools, kindergarten through 12th grade. Bellevue East and Bellevue

West high schools have long been recognized for their outstanding Air Force Junior ROTC and band programs.

Both schools are often on the playoff lists for district and state sports competitions. Most importantly, Bellevue Public Schools consistently rank high academically in Nebraska and the nation.

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The city’s secondary educational offering is nationally recognized and the natural next step for many in Bellevue and throughout the Omaha metro area.

Bellevue University, with an enrollment of more than 10,000 students, was named to the 2014 U.S. News & World Report's Best Online Programs for Veterans.

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About 17 years ago, Bellevue University began to emphasize online education and has grown to be one of the premier academic institutions offering online bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. And while online learning is great for some learners, others may prefer traditional classroom learning, which is readily available at Bellevue University.

But the options don’t stop there. Bellevue University also offers Cohort and Accelerated options.

Bellevue University’s main campus is in the heart of Bellevue, but the university’s learning opportunities extend to an Omaha campus and additional campus sites throughout Nebraska. Bellevue University’s unique and awardwinning style of educational offerings don’t stop at the state line — Bellevue University has 14 locations in four states.

From preschool to secondary education and everything in between, Bellevue is all about innovative education and moving forward.

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COMPLETE STREETS

Safer streets for all With miles of paved trails, designated right-of-ways, and a progressive mentality focused on transforming the way citizens move about, the City of Bellevue is a leading force in Nebraska regarding balanced, accessible transportation.

This commitment began publicly in October of 2010, when the City Council of Bellevue unanimously passed an ordinance declaring its intent to guide the principle of available, diverse, and transformative green transportation practices that move beyond providing for the traditional private automobile.

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The “Complete Streets” concept advocates building communities that focus attention on the needs of all users for mass transportation, bicycle routes, and pedestrian-friendly sidewalks, rather than cars alone. In Bellevue, the Citizens Complete Streets Panel helps guide and serves as a conduit for community awareness and education. Affiliated with the National Complete Streets Coalition, the committee members are appointed by the mayor and are tasked with guiding the City toward the strategic goals of the ordinance. These dedicated volunteers have sought public input for improvements through

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COMPLETE STREETS town hall meetings and by conducting community surveys to identify problem areas where remedies may be applied.

They, and City staff, are collaborating with MAPA on the Regional Bike-Pedestrian Master Plan to aid metro-wide connections for both transportation and recreational users. By initiating, encouraging, and supporting the now-completed bikepedestrian underpass at 38th street and Highway 370, they work for the safety of the community. Additionally, the 2014 City Strategic Plan outlined a three-year commitment to connect sidewalks throughout Bellevue, which is a priority for AARP and for parents of school children.

Plus, Bellevue hosts two of the area’s best off-road mountain bike trails at Swanson and Jewell Parks.

For 2015, there are many exciting projects on the horizon, including the prospect of a B-Cycle station designed for the easy rental of bikes for recreation and transportation.

Bicycle friendly streets have multiple advantages. They aid in national security, as Offutt leadership supports and encourages bike use by military personnel for their fitness. Base personal have the highest number of bike commuters in the metro, which has been helped by the lane marking and dedicated use along Fort Crook Road. In addition, economic develop

ment opportunities are enhanced by bike friendly communities. Many major and small companies recognize the interest of employees to bike to and from work. When determining where they will locate new operations, these businesses use scoring methods of communities for walking and biking friendliness.

When people use alternative forms of transportation, such as riding bikes to commute, they reduce road wear. This reduction results in saving tax dollars on repairs. Bellevue is also working to encourage a more active, healthier, happier community that reduces obesity, generates fitness and thus, cuts health care costs.

Additional benefits include reduced use of gas, which helps lower gas prices and reduces our dependence on foreign oil, plus diminishes air pollution. The traffic efficiency component is appreciated by business for the time and cost savings

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The city's strong commitment to balanced, diverse transit is also demonstrated by the strong participation from the public. Cycling groups, walking clubs, and active individuals all take advantage of designated byways to travel to work, shop, and play ... making Bellevue one of the most accessible cities in the state.

• You can learn more about the City of Bellevue’s Citizens Complete Streets Panel, and even become an active member by appointment, by going to the web site: www. completestreetsbellevue.org. Also, you may follow the latest Complete Streets information on Facebook, or at www.facebook.com/pages/ Complete-Streets-Bellevue-Nebraska.

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OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE With Offutt Air Force Base – one of the largest military installations in the United States – providing great defense, perhaps it’s no surprise that the defense industry continues to prosper in the city.

In fact, the defense industry and the military are Bellevue’s among the largest in the business sector. Offutt AFB has an estimated economic impact of more than $1.3 billion (2013).

Offutt Air Force Base is the home of the 55th Wing and more than 50 partner units including the U.S. Strategic Command and the Air Force Weather Agency. Located in Bellevue, Neb., Offutt's diverse missions and global responsibilities put it on the cutting edge of the Air Force's transformation. Each branch of the U.S. military is represented among the approximately 10,000 military and federal employees assigned here.

The Air Force Weather Agency became the 557th Weather Wing in a re-designation ceremony March 27 at the Lt. Gen. Thomas S. Moorman building.

More than 50 defense companies do business in the Bellevue-Offutt community and employ more than 2,500 people. It’s because of the city’s high-tech

labor pool, dependable utilities, extensive telecommunications system and urbanized infrastructure that Offutt AFB and the Bellevue-Offutt community have stayed strong.

For a list of defense contractors that are members of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, see detailed listings on pages 70 and 71.

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BELLEVUE’S LARGEST EMPLOYERS OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE 205 Looking Glass Avenue 402-294-1110 Employees: 9,108 Industry: Military www.offutt.af.mil

WALMART SUPER CENTER 10504 South 15th Street 402-292-0156 Employees: 505 Industry: Retail www.walmart.com

BELLEVUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS 1600 Highway 370 402-293-4000 Employees: 1,524 Industry: Education www.bellevuepublicschools.org

NORTHROP GRUMMAN 3200 Samson Way 402-291-8300 Employees: 452 Industry: Defense www.ngc.com

BELLEVUE UNIVERSITY 1000 Galvin Road South 402-293-2000 Employees: 641 Industry: Education www.bellevue.edu

CITY OF BELLEVUE 210 West Mission Avenue 402-293-3000 Employees: 447 Industry: Government www.bellevue.net

HILLCREST HEALTH SERVICES 1702 Hillcrest Drive 402-291-8500 Employees: 790 Industry: Senior care www.hillcresthealth.com

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BELLEVUE MEDICAL CENTER 2500 Bellevue Medical Center Drive 402-763-3000 Employees: 376 Contracted staff: 300 Industry: Medical www.bellevuemedicalcenter.com SARA LEE BAKERY GROUP 1310 Fort Crook Road 402-731-8370 Employees: 170 Industry: Manufacturing www.saralee.com

NEBRASKA HIGHWAY 34 BRIDGE

A new path for growth After two decades of planning, the new Highway 34 bridge between Iowa and Nebraska was opened on Oct. 22, 2014.

The occasion was marked by much fanfare, with dignitaries from both sides of the Missouri River in attendance, including governors from both states as well as state and federal elected officials.

The four-lane bridge is 3,276 feet long and 89 feet wide. The entire project for the highway stretches for

about 7 miles, connecting Highway 75 in Nebraska with Interstate 29 in Iowa.

The project, including bridge and roadway approaches, costs about $115 million. The federal government paid about 80 percent of the costs, with Iowa and Nebraska splitting the remaining 20 percent.

Making access to the area easier, the project is expected to spur job growth and economic growth for both sides of the river.

Built about midway between Plattsmouth and Bellevue, the bridge location was a real compromise. At one point, it was debated whether two separate new bridges should be built. In the end, all sides came together for the benefit of the area.

The bridge has also won honors in the engineering field. The bridge project was given the Grand Award in the Structural Systems category for the 2015 Engineering Excellence Awards.

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FARMERS MARKET

In your own back yard You won’t have to leave Bellevue to find a great Farmer’s Market. The Bellevue Farmers Market is located in Washington Park on Franklin Street at West 20th Avenue. The hours are 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday rain or shine. The 2015 market dates are May 9 to Oct. 3. Unlike many of the vendors selling on street corners; folks who have been coming to sell at our market for the last six years truly locally grow their offerings.

Be sure to join us for our big community kick off on May 9. There will be tons of free and fun activities for all ages, freebies, live entertainment and great vendors. Come and spend the morning with us!

Our entire market is family and dogfriendly. Come join us for an awesome sense of community that is unique to our

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FARMERS MARKET market. There is always something fun to do Bring a cup of coffee, buy breakfast at the market, and sit back and enjoy free entertainment, good friends and great conversation. For many of our area residents, the weekend doesn’t start until they stop by the market.

Vendors at Bellevue's weekly Farmers' Market will accept your coupons for The Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program and SNAP. Vendors are clearly marked and look forward to your patronage.

For more information, visit our website at www.bellevuenebraskafarmersmarket.com, “Like” us on Facebook or call Carol Blood at 402-517-1446.

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AA Windows N Doors..............................................................Home Improvement AAA Nebraska............................................................................................... Travel AAFES........................................................................................................ Grocery ABC Childcare and Preschool....................................................................Daycare Ablah Enterprises, LLC..........................................................................Real Estate Access Bank......................................................................... Financial Institutions Adams & Sullivan, P.C............................................................................... Attorney Aesthetics & Family Dentistry.................................................................. Dentistry Affordable Computer Repair.....................................Computer Consulting/Repair AFLAC Regional Office............................................................................Insurance Akridge & Akridge Chiropractic, LLC................................................... Chiropractic Aldi, Inc...................................................................................................... Grocery Alfonza W Davis ChapterTuskegee Airmen, Inc................................Organizations Alzheimer's Association Midlands Chapter......................................Organizations AME Computers........................................................Computer Consulting/Repair American Family Insurance -Travis Castle...............................................Insurance American National Bank....................................................... Financial Institutions American Payment Systems......................................................Business Services Anytime Fitness.......................................................................... Fitness/Nutrition Apache Camper Center Inc.............................................................Camper Dealer Apollo Heating & Air Conditioning.................................................................. HVAC Applebee's............................................................................................Restaurant A-Relief Services Inc...................................................... Rental/Facilities Services ATK Aerospace Systems..........................................................Defense Contractor Auto Body Authority..........................................................................Auto Services

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B & B Classic Dogs, LLC........................................................................Restaurant BAE Systems............................................................................Defense Contractor Bakers Supermarket................................................................................. Grocery Baldwin's Flooring America....................................................Home Improvement Bank Of Nebraska................................................................. Financial Institutions Bay Hills Golf Course............................................................................ Attractions Beardmore Chevrolet..........................................................................Auto Dealer Beardmore Insurance Services-Tom Jurek.............................................Insurance Bel' Angelo Boutique.................................................................................... Retail Bellevue Berry Farm & Pumpkin Patch................................................. Attractions Bellevue Bodyworks Massage.................................................................... Beauty Bellevue Chamber of Commerce......................................................Organizations Bellevue City Council Member-Carol Blood........................................Government Bellevue Community Foundation......................................................Organizations Bellevue Economic Enhancement Foundation.................................Organizations Bellevue Family Practice PC..................................................................Physicians Bellevue Florist...........................................................................................Florists Bellevue GAR Memorial Bridge.........................................................Organizations Bellevue Garden Club.......................................................................Organizations Bellevue Housing Authority................................................................Government Bellevue Junior Sports Assoc............................................................Organizations Bellevue Keno....................................................................................... Attractions Bellevue Leader..................................................................................... Marketing Bellevue Little Theatre.......................................................................... Attractions Bellevue Memorial Chapel............................................................... Funeral Home Bellevue Pet Adventures............................................................... Animal Services Bellevue Physical Therapy Associates......................................... Physical Therapy Bellevue Printing Company...............................................................Print Services

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Bellevue Public Safety Foundation...................................................Organizations Bellevue Public School Board-Nina Wolford.......................................Government Bellevue Public Schools..........................................................................Education Bellevue Rental Center.................................................. Rental/Facilities Services Bellevue Senior Community Center...............................................Senior Services Bellevue Toyota Scion..........................................................................Auto Dealer Bellevue Travel............................................................................................. Travel Bellevue University.................................................................................Education Bellevue Urgent Care...........................................................................Urgent Cate Bellevue Vision Clinic P.C............................................................................ Optical Bellewood Courts..........................................................................Senior Services Berkshire Hathaway Home Services-Ambassador Real Estate — Michelle Gustafson............................................................................Real Estate Better Business Bureau....................................................................Organizations Better Business Equipment........................ Office Equipment/Furniture/Supplies Big Johns Car Wash..........................................................................Auto Services Big Red Locksmiths Inc......................................................................... Locksmith Black Hills Energy.......................................................................................Utilities Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska.......................................................Insurance Boeing.....................................................................................Defense Contractor Booz Allen Hamilton................................................................Defense Contractor Brandeis Catering........................................................................ Bakery/Catering Bryan Hill Entertainment Inc...........................................................Entertainment Bulldawg Tax Services..........................................................................Accounting

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C & C Tailor Shop...................................................................... Dry Cleanor/Tailor Cake Specialists.......................................................................... Bakery/Catering Calvert Systems Engineering..................................................................Engineers Candlewood Suites........................................................................................ Hotel Canth Awards/Custom T's..................................................................... Marketing Capehart Floral & Gifts...............................................................................Florists Careerlink.com/AIM Institute...............................................Employment/Staffing Cashflow Billing LLC.............................................................................Accounting Cass Sarpy Industries................................... Developmental Disabilities Services CAT Electric.............................................................................................Electrical CB Richard Ellis/MEGA-Mark Obermeyer.............................................Real Estate CBSHOME Real Estate-Bryan Fraser.....................................................Real Estate Century Link..........................................................................Telecommunications Chandler Pointe Townhomes...............................................................Apartments Charter West National Bank................................................. Financial Institutions CHI Health Midlands Hospital.................................................................. Hospital Chick-fil-A..............................................................................................Restaurant Christ Community Church........................................................................... Church Chuck Fredrick for Mayor........................................................................... Political Ciaccio Roofing Corp................................................................................. Roofing City of Bellevue...................................................................................Government Clatterbuck Properties..........................................................................Real Estate CM's A Cut Above.................................................................................. Landscape Co Carpet Cleaning,LLC....................................................... Cleaning/Restoration Comfort Inn & Suites..................................................................................... Hotel Commercial Solutions Insurance, LLC-Jeff Siedlik..................................Insurance Constellation West...................................................................Defense Contractor Convergence Coaching,, LLC................................................. Business Consulting Conway Oil..................................................................................... Chemicals/Oils Coreslab Structures (OMAHA) Inc.................................................... Construction Cornhusker Auto Wash & Detail Center............................................Auto Services

BUSINESS LISTINGS (Alphabetical) For additional contact information, please see the corresponding category listings, pages 68 to 78.

Courtyard by Marriott LaVista........................................................................ Hotel Cox Communications..................................................................................Utilities Croker Huck Kasher Dewitt Anderson Gonderinger, LLC.......................... Attorney CSC..........................................................................................Defense Contractor Culver's of Bellevue..............................................................................Restaurant Custom Catering at Bellevue University...................................... Bakery/Catering CVS/Pharmacy.......................................................................................Pharmacy

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D C Electric / Heartland Lighting, Inc......................................................Electrical D J's Dugout.........................................................................................Restaurant Dairy Queen..........................................................................................Restaurant Daniell Crossing LLC.............................................................................Real Estate Darling International............................................................................. Rendering Davita Cornhusker Dialysis.............................................................Dialysis Center Delta Force Security..................................................................................Security Dickey's Barbecue Pit...........................................................................Restaurant Dicobe Media Inc............................................... Audio-Visual Production Services DME United................................................................................ Medical Services Don & Millie's.......................................................................................Restaurant DPC Industries............................................................................... Chemicals/Oils Dr. Welbes Chiropractic & Natural Health Clinic................................. Chiropractic Drizzles........................................................................................ Bakery/Catering Dunlow Orthodontics, P.C........................................................................ Dentistry

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E & A Consulting Group, Inc....................................................................Engineers Eagle Copy & Business Solutions.....................................................Print Services Ear Specialists.......................................................................................Physicians Ear, Nose & Throat/Allergy Service........................................................Physicians Eastern Nebraska Veterans Home................................................Senior Services Ed's Auto Body, Inc...........................................................................Auto Services Elder Jewelry................................................................................................ Retail Ernst International................................................................. Business Consulting Erwin's Jewelry............................................................................................. Retail Ever-Bloom.................................................................................................Florists Excel Physical Therapy................................................................. Physical Therapy Execustay.................................................................................Corporate Housing Executive Consulting............................................................. Business Consulting Eye Specialists............................................................................................ Optical

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Farm Bureau Financial Services-Randy Dockweiler...............................Insurance Farrell's Extreme BodyShaping................................................... Fitness/Nutrition First Command Financial...........................................................Financial Advisors First National Bank............................................................... Financial Institutions First Presbyterian Church........................................................................... Church Five Points Bank................................................................... Financial Institutions Fontenelle Hills Apts............................................................................Apartments Fontenelle Nature Association.............................................................. Attractions FP Associates-Brock LaSure, M.D..........................................................Physicians FP Associates-James Cervantes, M.D....................................................Physicians Franklin American Mortgage Company-Stacy Thorne........................... Mortgages Franklin American Mortgage Company-Drew Baggiani........................ Mortgages Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 3912...............................................Organizations

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Godfather's Pizza.................................................................................Restaurant Golden Corral.......................................................................................Restaurant Goodwill Industries...........................................................................Organizations GP Architecture.......................................................................................Architects Great Southern Bank............................................................ Financial Institutions Great Western Bank............................................................. Financial Institutions Green Acres, LLC.................................................................Manufactured Homes Green Bellevue.................................................................................Organizations Gross Daniel J Catholic High School.......................................................Education Guild Mortgage Company-Mary Byrnes................................................ Mortgages Gus Erickson...........................................................................................Individual

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H & R Block...........................................................................................Accounting Habitat for Humanity of Sarpy County..............................................Organizations Hampton Inn.................................................................................................. Hotel Hands of Heartland...................................... Developmental Disabilities Services Harlan Drive Properties........................................................................Real Estate Harmony Court..............................................................................Senior Services Harris Information Technology Services..................................Defense Contractor Hayes & Associates, LLC......................................................................Accounting HDR........................................................................................................Architects Headley Realty-Charles Headley..........................................................Real Estate Heartland America Chapter Military Officers Association................Organizations Heartland Family Service......................................................................Counseling Heartland Financial Solutions LLC-Bill O'Donnell......................Financial Advisors Heartland Marketing & Communication................................................ Marketing Henry Doorly Zoo.................................................................................. Attractions Heritage Ridge Communities.........................................................Senior Services Hike Real Estate PC-David Dunn..........................................................Real Estate Hike Real Estate PC-Rusty Hike............................................................Real Estate Hillcrest Health Services...............................................................Senior Services Hobscheidt-Henry Pro Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram................................Auto Dealer Holiday Inn Express....................................................................................... Hotel Holland Basham Architects....................................................................Architects Homes for Heroes-Michelle Gustafson.................................................Real Estate Honda Cars of Bellevue.......................................................................Auto Dealer Hoogeveen Chiropractic Wellness Center.......................................... Chiropractic Husch Blackwell, LLP............................................................................... Attorney Hy-Vee Inc.................................................................................................. Grocery

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John Edwards Salon & Day Spa.................................................................. Beauty John Perrin Co Inc.............................................................................. Construction Jon Stevens Golf Instruction & Services............................................... Attractions

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Office Depot................................................ Office Equipment/Furniture/Supplies Offutt Collision Repair.......................................................................Auto Services Olde Towne Tavern................................................................................Restaurant Omaha Home for Boys......................................................................Organizations Omaha Public Power District......................................................................Utilities Omaha Sports Marketing & Consulting................................................. Marketing Omaha Storm Chasers......................................................................... Attractions Omaha World Herald............................................................................. Marketing One Way Insurance Agency-Mary Kessler..............................................Insurance Outback Steakhouse............................................................................Restaurant Outlook Nebraska, Inc.................................. Developmental Disabilities Services

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Lamar Outdoor Advertising.................................................................... Marketing Legion Digital Outdoor........................................................................... Marketing LifeCare Family Medicine of Bellevue....................................................Physicians Little Mountain Web Design................................................................Web Design LJ Construction.................................................................................. Construction Lockheed Martin.....................................................................Defense Contractor Luigis Bar & Grill...................................................................................Restaurant Lutheran Family Services.................................................................Organizations Lyman-Richey Corporation................................................................. Construction

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Madonna Rehabilitation Specialty Hospital............................................. Hospital Majestix Salon............................................................................................ Beauty Marathon Ventures, Inc............................................... Food/Beverage Distributer Marcus Twin Creek Cinema.................................................................. Attractions Max I Walker............................................................................. Dry Cleaner/Tailor Max Muscle Sports Nutrition...................................................... Fitness/Nutrition McCallie Associates Inc...........................................................Defense Contractor McGrath North Mullin & Kratz, PC LLO..................................................... Attorney McIntosh Family Dental........................................................................... Dentistry Metropolitan Community College...........................................................Education Metropolitan Utilities District......................................................................Utilities Midlands Community Foundation.....................................................Organizations Midlands Real Estate-K C Bethel..........................................................Real Estate Midwest Medical Transport Co................................................... Medical Services Mike Hogan Dev Co..............................................................................Real Estate MindSet ,LLC......................................................................... Business Consulting Moonstruck Meadery..................................................................................Winery

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National American University.................................................................Education Navy Federal Credit Union.................................................... Financial Institutions Nebraska Department of Labor............................................Employment/Staffing Nebraska Humane Society........................................................... Animal Services Nebraska Medicine-Bellevue.................................................................... Hospital Nebraska Realty-Judy Compton............................................................Real Estate Nebraska State Senator-Sue Crawford...............................................Government Newstreet Properties, LLC....................................................................Real Estate NFIB..................................................................................................Organizations Nobbies........................................................................................................ Retail Northrop Grumman.................................................................Defense Contractor NP Dodge-Husker Home Finder Team-Angela May...............................Real Estate

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Papa John's Pizza of Galvin Rd............................................................Restaurant Papillion Sanitation/Waste Connections of NE..........................................Utilities Papillion-La Vista Public School District.................................................Education Pavilion at Twin Creek Apartments......................................................Apartments Paychex................................................................................................Accounting Pentagon Federal Credit Union............................................. Financial Institutions Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram..............................................Auto Dealer Peterson Law Firm P.C., L.L.O................................................................... Attorney Pharaoh's, Inc.......................................................................................Restaurant Pilgrim Lutheran Church............................................................................. Church Platteview Golf Club.............................................................................. Attractions Principal Financial Group-Alicia Richards..................................Financial Advisors Professional Title Co.............................................................................Real Estate Pump & Pantry #50..................................................................Convenience Store

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Quality Brands-Budweiser........................................... Food/Beverage Distributer Quality Living Inc......................................................................... Physical Therapy Quik Cash............................................................................. Financial Institutions QuikTrip Corporation.................................................................Convenience Store

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Raytheon.................................................................................Defense Contractor Regal Awards & Advertising Specialties................................................ Marketing Richmont Terrace..........................................................................Senior Services Richmont Village............................................................................Senior Services Rising View A Bellevue Offutt Community.............................................Real Estate Rita Sanders for Mayor.............................................................................. Political River Village Twin Creek c/o CBRE-Dean Hokanson.............................Real Estate Rodeway Inn.................................................................................................. Hotel ROI Consulting Inc.................................................. Computer Consulting/Repair Romeo's of Bellevue.............................................................................Restaurant Root Solutions, LLC............................................................... Business Consulting Rosacker & Associates, LLC.............................................................. Construction Rustad Dermatology........................................................................Dermatologist RWR Innovations.......................................................................................... Retail

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BUSINESS LISTINGS (Alphabetical) For additional contact information, please see the corresponding category listings, pages 68 to 78.

SARCO Inc.............................................................................................Real Estate Sarpy County Administration-Fred Uhe...............................................Government Sarpy County CASA Program............................................................Organizations Sarpy County Clerk-Deb Houghtaling.................................................Government Sarpy County Economic Development Corporation............................Government Sarpy County Historical Museum......................................................... Attractions Sarpy County Register of Deeds-Lloyd Dowding.................................Government Sarpy County Reporting Center..........................................................Government Sarpy County Treasurer- Rich James..................................................Government Sarpy/Cass Department of Health & Wellness...................................Government Schwan's-Chris Harris................................................. Food/Beverage Distributer Science Application Int'l Corp..................................................Defense Contractor SCORE/Omaha Score Chapter 40....................................................Organizations Security National Bank......................................................... Financial Institutions Serrano IT Services.................................................................Defense Contractor Service Alliance, LLC........................................................... Cleaning/Restoration ServiceOne..................................................................................Appliance Repair ServiceOne..............................................................................................Electrical ServiceOne.................................................................................................... HVAC ServiceOne..............................................................................................Plumbing SERVPRO of Sarpy County................................................... Cleaning/Restoration Shadow Lake Collision Center..........................................................Auto Services Shadow Lake Towne Center......................................................................... Retail Shelter Insurance-Dennis Maloy............................................................Insurance Sheltering Tree Housing Corporation............ Developmental Disabilities Services Sherwin Williams....................................................................Home Improvement SignIT..................................................................................................... Marketing Silverstone Group Inc.............................................................................Insurance Simons Service Inc.- Auto Repair......................................................Auto Services Simply Well, LLC......................................................................... Fitness/Nutrition Sina Way Chinese.................................................................................Restaurant Software Engineering Services................................................Defense Contractor Southroads Technology Park................................................................Real Estate St. Mary's Church & School....................................................................Education State Farm Insurance-Amy Huck............................................................Insurance State Farm Insurance-Dick Rupert.........................................................Insurance State Farm Insurance-Jeff Gotch............................................................Insurance State Farm Insurance-Team Ricchini......................................................Insurance Stella's Bar and Grill.............................................................................Restaurant Strategic Professional Resources Inc......................................Defense Contractor Summit Plaza Dental Care....................................................................... Dentistry

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The Sod Company................................................................................. Landscape The Vue at Bellevue Apartments.........................................................Apartments The Weitz Company........................................................................... Construction Thirty-One Tamara Wadsworth...................................................................... Retail Thomas S Thomas CPA..........................................................................Accounting Thompson, Dreessen, & Dorner Inc........................................................Engineers Thompson, Dreessen, & Dorner Inc...............................................Land Surveying Thunderbowl....................................................................................Entertainment Tobacco Free Sarpy..........................................................................Organizations Todd Archer Hyundai...........................................................................Auto Dealer Top Q Nail's & Spa...................................................................................... Beauty Trees, Shrubs, & More.......................................................................... Landscape Tregaron Golf Course............................................................................ Attractions Trico Mechanical Services............................................................................. HVAC Tuffy Auto Service Centers................................................................Auto Services Twin City Masonry-Hall Inc................................................................. Construction Twin Creek Animal Hospital.......................................................... Animal Services Twin Creek LP Development.................................................................Real Estate

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Wal-Mart....................................................................................................... Retail Walmart Neighborhood Market................................................................. Grocery Washington Terrace, LLC.....................................................Manufactured Homes Watkins Concrete Block Co. Inc......................................................... Construction Wells Fargo Bank N.A............................................................ Financial Institutions Wendl Properties, LLC.........................................................................Apartments Westlake Ace Hardware..........................................................Home Improvement Wiles Agribusiness, LLC........................................................Agricultural Business Wiles Development, LLC.......................................................................Real Estate Williams-Deras & Associates..................................................................Insurance Willis Regier, AIA Architect Inc...............................................................Architects Woodhouse Nissan..............................................................................Auto Dealer

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BENEFITS OF BEING A CHAMBER MEMBER

MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES · Bellevue Business Briefs — Monthly newsletter to keep chamber members, Bellevue businesses and the Bellevue community informed of chamber news, events, Bellevue business and more. · Bellevue First (Portraits of Bellevue) — Full color glossy magazine. Our annual “Bellevue-Offutt” community visitor’s guide. Includes a membership directory listing for your business, valuable information for current Bellevue citizens and is a great tool for visitors, prospective business or those considering a move to Bellevue. · Website exposure — Members are able to have their business listed online in our Membership Directory, upgraded listings available. Website is SEO driven. Includes Bellevue Chamber events and much more. · Member sponsorship — High visibility is offered to members who sponsor Chamber events. As an event sponsor, your name is displayed and promoted, giving broad exposure at no additional cost above the sponsorship fee. · Spring Into Action Networking Expo — Members are able to showcase products and services to the Bellevue Community and Greater Bellevue area in a trade show atmosphere. · Advocate for business — The chamber is the voice of business in local, county, state and federal issues that are relevant to the business community. · Business Referral Service — Each year thousands of referrals of chamber members are given to potential customers. · Bellevue-Offutt Welcome Bag — Participate in the Bellevue-Offutt Welcome Bag. Include a company flyer, coupon or marketing product in the welcome bags distributed to community newcomers.

Each packet includes a “Bellevue First.” · E-mail blast — Is a paid advertisement that is sent to Bellevue Chamber of Commerce members. Campaign or political advertisements are not permitted. The Bellevue of Chamber Commerce reserves the right to deny advertisements. Limited to two per week — first-come, first-serve.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES · Chamber Showcase — Members can display their cards and promotional materials in the Chamber office — exposure to more than 13,500 walk-ins yearly at no additional cost. · Membership Directory — 400-plus Bellevue-area chamber member businesses on ready-to-use labels or as a list. Both are available to members only; first set of labels is free; additional sets are $25 each. · Personal assistance — The Chamber is

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here to assist you and your business in any way possible. · Resource center ­— The chamber is the first point of contact for new and existing businesses, individuals who are relocating and visitors who are looking for information on Bellevue. The chamber receives 20,000 referral/informational phone calls per year. · Ambassador Program — Ambassadors are the goodwill and social arm of the chamber.

BENEFITS OF BEING A CHAMBER MEMBER Stay up to date with the chamber by visiting or following the chamber at: www.BellevueNebraska.com Twitter @BellevueNEChmbr Facebook https://www.facebook.com/home.php RiverFest Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Bellevuemusicfestival?ref=hl

BUSINESS EDUCATION · Leadership Bellevue — Is an opportunity to develop an understanding of how Bellevue works and to build a network which encompasses the many aspects of our community’s affairs. · Member orientation — Learn about the many benefits, services and ways to make the most of your membership. · Monthly Membership Luncheon Series — Professional and business development luncheons includes training, personal growth and leadership training and networking to enhance personal and professional development.

BUSINESS 2 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES · Wake Up Wednesday — Monthly networking and relationship coffee to build contacts.

Held the third Wednesday of each month. · After Hours — Networking opportunities hosted by Bellevue chamber businesses. · Ribbon cuttings — Ceremonies include presentation of framed certificate, ribbon cutting, networking, increased visibility and the opportunity to showcase your business. · Power Partners — Currently we have two groups: These groups are an opportunity to generate sales and business leads from other chamber members. Attending on a regular basis you will establish and develop personal and professional relationships, resulting

in positive networking opportunities. Dues are $50 for the year. Must be a chamber member. · Bellevue Young Professionals — Bellevue YP is a professional development program designed to engage and introduce young professionals to the Bellevue-Offutt area’s vast resources and opportunities.

MILITARY AND GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS · Legislative Reception — Connect with state senators and state officials regarding current legislative issues and opportunities for Bellevue. · Quarters 13 — Join the business community as we celebrate the new year with the leadership of Offutt Air Force Base. · Military Relations Golf Scramble — Annual chamber golf tournament involving more than 150 participants at each outing and networking with our military friends.

Multiple sponsorship opportunities are available. · Salute to the Bellevue-Offutt Community — Join the business community at this luncheon about the “Salute to the Bellevue-Offutt Community.” Sponsorship opportunities are available. · Annual USSTRATCOM Update— Join the business community at this luncheon, hearing the “Annual USSTRATCOM Update.”

Sponsorship opportunities are available. · Advocacy — The Bellevue Chamber of Commerce is your link to the city, county, state and federal government. Stay abreast of business and community issues that directly impact your business. · B2B — Provided in partnership with the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce to update the membership and Bellevue-Offutt community on upcoming issues for the legislative sessions. · Runway Run — Located on Offutt Air Force Base, part of the course takes runners down an Offutt AFB runway lined with planes. · Operation Holiday Cheer — Bags are filled with goodies and taken to the airmen who live in the dorms on base.

SPECIAL EVENTS · Annual Banquet · Chamber Golf Outings · RiverFest: Red, White & Que · Small Business Awards · Nebraska's Official Veteran's Parade · Avenue of Flags · Women's Wine & Nine

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BUSINESS LISTINGS (Categorical) ACCOUNTING Bulldawg Tax Services 2221 Main St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-898-2672 www.bulldawgtax.com

Twin Creek Animal Hospital 3905 Twin Creek Dr, Ste 103 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-505-9033 www.twincreekah.com

APARTMENTS

Holland Basham Architects 119 S 49th Ave Omaha, NE 68132 402-551-0800 www.hba1.com Willis Regier, AIA Architect Inc. 1502 Ft Crook Road S, Ste 243 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-2910

Cashflow Billing, LLC 2221 Main St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-898-0561 www.cashflowbilling.com

Chandler Pointe Townhomes 3025 Kansas Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-731-1142 www.seldin.com

H & R Block 10503 S 15th St, Ste 108 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-731-0900 www.hrblock.com

Fontenelle Hills Apts 200 Martin Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-6040 www.fontenellehills.net

Hayes & Associates, LLC 300 W Broadway, Ste 224 Council Bluffs, IA 51503 402-390-2480 www.hayesjf.digbro.com

Pavilion at Twin Creek Apartments 4007 Raynor Pkwy Bellevue, NE 68123 402-932-1766 www.paviliontwincreek.com

Croker Huck Kasher Dewitt Anderson Gonderinger, LLC 2120 S 72 St, Ste 1200 Omaha, NE 68124 402-391-6777 www.crokerlaw.com

Paychex 2637 S 158th Plz Omaha, NE 68130 402-331-6600 www.paychex.com

The Landings Apartments 10215 Cape Cod Landing Bellevue, NE 68123 402-932-0909 www.landingsatbellevue.com

Husch Blackwell, LLP 13330 California St, Ste 200 Omaha, NE 68154 402-964-5098 www.huschblackwell.com

Thomas S Thomas CPA 2112 Eagle Crest Dr Papillion, NE 68133 402-597-0870 www.thomasthomascpa.com

The Vue at Bellevue Apartments 2882 Comstock Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-7607 www.vuebellevue.com

Jackson Lewis, PC 10050 Regency Cir, Ste 400 Omaha, NE 68114 402-391-1991 www.jacksonlewis.com

Wendl Properties, LLC P.O. Box 1030 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-510-6709

Koley Jessen, PC LLO 1125 S 103 St, Ste 800 Omaha, NE 68124 402-390-9500 www.koleyjessen.com

AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS Wiles Agribusiness, LLC 2102 S 15th St Plattsmouth, NE 68048 402-297-4201

ANIMAL SERVICES Bellevue Pet Adventures 8705 S 9th St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-403-3923 www.bellevuepetadventures.com Nebraska Humane Society 8929 Fort St Omaha, NE 68134 402-444-7800 www.nehumanesociety.org

APPLIANCE REPAIR ServiceOne 9335 J St Omaha, NE 68127 402-339-4357 www.serviceone.com

ARCHITECTS GP Architecture 1708 Childs Rd E Bellevue, NE 68005 402-934-7749 HDR 8404 Indian Hills Dr Omaha, NE 68114 402-399-1000 www.hdrinc.com

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ATTORNEY Adams & Sullivan, P.C. 1246 Golden Gate Dr, Ste 1 Papillion, NE 68046 402-339-9550 www.adamsandsullivan.com

McGrath North Mullin & Kratz, PC LLO First National Tower 1601 Dodge St, Ste 3700 Omaha, NE 68102 402-341-3070 www.mcgrathnorth.com Peterson Law Firm, PC LLO 1203 S Washington St Papillion, NE 68046 402-932-9081 www.petersonlaw.attorney

ATTRACTIONS Bay Hills Golf Course 3200 Buccaneer Blvd Plattsmouth, NE 68048 402-298-8191 www.bayhillsgolfclub.com Bellevue Berry Farm & Pumpkin Patch 11001 S 48th St Papillion, NE 68133 402-331-5500 www.bellevueberryfarm.com Bellevue Keno 10308 S 23rd St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-934-5367 www.playkenotoday.com Bellevue Little Theatre 203 West Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-1554 www.bellevuelittletheatre.com Fontenelle Nature Association 1111 N Bellevue Blvd Bellevue, NE 68005 402-731-3140 www.fontenelleforest.org Henry Doorly Zoo 3701 S 10th St Omaha, NE 68107 402-734-8401 www.omahazoo.com Jon Stevens Golf Instruction & Services 1909 Old Gaelic Cir Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-1672 Marcus Twin Creek Cinema 3909 Raynor Pkwy Bellevue, NE 68123 402-827-8946 www.marcustheaters.com Omaha Storm Chasers 12356 Ballpark Way Papillion, NE 68046 402-738-5101 www.omahastormchasers.com Platteview Golf Club 4215 Platteview Rd Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-5927 www.platteviewcc.com

BUSINESS LISTINGS (Categorical) Sarpy County Historical Museum 2402 Clay St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-1880 www.sarpymuseum.org

Todd Archer Hyundai 1203 Ft Crook Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 1-888-893-0338 www.toddarcherhyundai.com

Shadow Lake Collision Center 1215 Applewood Dr Papillion, NE 68046 402-763-5200 www.shadowlakecollision.com

John Edwards Salon & Day Spa 1008 Lincoln Rd Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-7022 jes-ne.com

Tregaron Golf Course 13909 Glen Garry Cir Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-9300 www.tregarongolf.com

Woodhouse Nissan 7801 Nebraska Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-731-2622 www.woodhouse.com

Simons Service, Inc. — Auto Repair 2101 Franklin St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-2679 www.simonsservice.com

Majestix Salon 11531 S 36th St, Ste 9 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-932-6423 www.majestixsalon.com

AUDIO-VISUAL PRODUCTION SERVICES Dicobe Media Inc. 1502 JF Kennedy Dr, Ste 1 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-3381 www.dicobe.com

AUTO DEALER Beardmore Chevrolet 418 Ft Crook Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-734-2525 www.beardmorechevy.com Bellevue Toyota Scion 608 Ft Crook Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-733-4445 www.bellevuetoyota.net

AUTO SERVICES Auto Body Authority 9920 S 36th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-293-8230 Big Johns Car Wash 6911 S 41st Ave Bellevue, NE 68147 402-516-4788 Cornhusker Auto Wash & Detail Center 10205 S 25th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-2115 www.cornhuskerautowash.com

Terry’s Auto and Truck Repair Inc. 202 E Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-7000 Tuffy Auto Service Centers 2204 Pratt Ave Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-3229 www.tuffy.com Yeck’s Tire & Auto 203 Ft Crook Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-293-1200 www.yeckstireandauto.com

BAKERY/CATERING

Texture Salon and Spa 3503 Samson Way, Ste 104 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-932-4200 www.hairnmakeupartistry.com Top Q Nail’s & Spa 10110 S 15th Street, Ste 103 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-884-0019

BUSINESS CONSULTING Convergence Coaching, LLC 122 Gregg Place Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-8860 www.convergencecoaching.com

Ed’s Auto Body Inc. 1010 Bert Murphy Blvd Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-2762 www.edsautobody.com

Brandeis Catering 2440 S 141st Cir Omaha, NE 68144 402-334-5446 www.brandeiscatering.com

Ernst International 410 Greenbriar Ct Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-1205

Inter-Tech Collision Center 10105 S 23rd St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-293-1154 www.intertechcollision.com

Cake Specialists 2210 E Avery Rd Bellevue, NE 68005 402-733-2253 www.thecakespecialist.com

Executive Consulting 111 Banyan Ct Bellevue, NE 68005 402-689-4142 www.lgtpartners.com

Honda Cars of Bellevue 510 Ft Crook Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-734-3330 www.hondacarsofbellevue.com

Jensen Tire Co 921 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-8444 www.jensentireandauto.com

MindSet, LLC 1309 Harlan Dr, Ste 104 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-689-8255 www.gomindset.com

Jeff Henry Chevrolet 302 Fulton Ave Plattsmouth, NE 68048 402-296-3210 www.jeffhenrychevrolet.com

Custom Catering at Bellevue University 1000 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-557-7434 www.bellevuecustomcatering.com

Jensen Tire Co 11501 S 42nd St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-3900 www.jensentireandauto.com

Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram 7713 S 19th Cir Bellevue, NE 68147 402-934-2886 www.bellevuechryslerjeepdodgeram.com

Offutt Collision Repair 10106 S 15th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-5599 www.ocrinc.com

Hobscheidt-Henry Pro Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 319 Fulton Ave Plattsmouth, NE 68048 402-296-5000 www.goprododge.com

Drizzles 411 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-991-0411 www.drizzlesoldetownebakery.com

BEAUTY Bellevue Bodyworks Massage 217 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-502-1055

Root Solutions, LLC 4506 Lake Forest Cir Papillion, NE 68133 1-608-426-0380 www.myrootsolutions.com

BUSINESS SERVICES American Payment Systems 8605 Q St Omaha, NE 68127 402-502-9985 www.americanpaymentsystems.com

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BUSINESS LISTINGS (Categorical) CAMPER DEALER Apache Camper Center Inc. 1120 Ft Crook Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-1455 www.apachecamper.com

CHEMICALS/OILS Conway Oil P.O. Box 807 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-5765 DPC Industries 11202 S 25th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-293-1185 www.DPCIndustries.com

CHIROPRACTIC Akridge & Akridge Chiropractic, LLC 3811 Twin Creek Dr, Ste 102 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-884-4774 www.akridgechiropractic.com Dr. Welbes Chiropractic & Natural Health Clinic 2239 Franklin St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-398-0036 www.drwelbes.com Hoogeveen Chiropractic Wellness Center 1301 Ft Crook Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-2580 www.hoogeveenchiropractic.com

CHURCH Christ Community Church 404 S 108th Ave Omaha, NE 68154 402-938-1536 www.cccomaha.org First Presbyterian Church of Bellevue 1220 S Bellevue Blvd Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-1104 www.bellevuefpc.org Pilgrim Lutheran Church 2311 Fairview Rd Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-2848 www.pilgrim-lutheran.org

Thanksgiving Lutheran Church 3702 S 370 Plz Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-2695 www.thanks-giving.org

CLEANING/RESTORATION Co Carpet Cleaning, LLC 13403 S 24th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-680-2668 www.cocarpetcleaning.com KTN Cleaning 4305 Amos Gates Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-321-3311 Service Alliance, LLC 1406 Thomas Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-214-1775 www.servicealliancellc.com SERVPRO of Sarpy County 1706 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-3355 www.servprosarpycounty.com

COMPUTER CONSULTING/ REPAIR Affordable Computer Repair 2219 Franklin St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-953-0001 www.affordable-computer-repair.com AME Computers 3512 Samson Way Bellevue, NE 68123 402-505-6600 www.amecomputers.com ROI Consulting Inc. 1310 Robinwood Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-934-2223 www.roi-consulting.com

CONSTRUCTION Coreslab Structures (OMAHA) Inc. 802 Allied Rd Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-0733 www.coreslab.com

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John Perrin Co. Inc. 803 Jewell Cir Bellevue, NE 68005 402-670-9439 Kiewit Building Group Inc. 302 S 36th St, Ste 500 Omaha, NE 68131 402-977-4500 www.kiewit.com LJ Construction 3910 Heartland Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-305-5796 www.ljconstructionomaha.com Lyman-Richey Corporation 4315 Cumings St Omaha, NE 68131 402-556-3600 www.lymanrichey.com Rosacker & Associates, LLC 1802 N 169th Plaza Omaha, NE 68118 402-505-6895 www.rosackerassociates.com Sampson Construction 440 Regency Pkwy, Ste 131 Omaha, NE 68114 402-827-5600 www.sampson-construction.com The Weitz Company 8715 S 121st St LaVista, NE 68128 402-592-7000 www.weitz.com Twin City Masonry-Hall Inc. 508 Waldruh Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-510-8488 Watkins Concrete Block Co. Inc. 14306 Giles Rd Omaha, NE 68138 402-896-0900 www.watkinsconcreteblock.com

CONVENIENCE STORE Pump & Pantry No. 50 3605 Summitt Plz Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-2999 www.pumpandpantry.com

QuikTrip Corporation 3185 99th St Urbandale, IA 50322 402-738-9237 www.quiktrip.com

CORPORATE HOUSING Execustay 9985 J St Omaha, NE 68127 402-509-0164 www.execustay.com

COUNSELING Heartland Family Service 2101 S 42nd St Omaha, NE 68105 402-552-7443 www.heartlandfamilyservice.org

DAYCARE ABC Childcare and Preschool 11539 S 36th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-505-9633 www.abcbellevue.com

DEFENSE CONTRACTOR ATK Aerospace Systems 5000 S 8400 W, Rm F/1/56 Magna, UT 84044 www.orbitalatk.com BAE Systems 1410 Wall St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-827-5800 www.baesystems.com Boeing 222 S 15th St, 4th Flr, Ste 403 N Omaha, NE 68102 402-348-1840 www.boeing.com Booz Allen Hamilton 1299 Farnam St, Ste 1230 Omaha, NE 68102 402-522-2800 www.bah.com Constellation West 3906 Raynor Pkwy, Ste 201 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-393-8059 www.constellationwest.com

BUSINESS LISTINGS (Categorical) CSC 1620 Wilshire Dr, Ste 301 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-827-6812 www.csc.com

TEKsystems 9140 W Dodge Rd, Ste 350 Omaha, NE 68114 402-952-1555 www.teksystems.com

Harris Information Technology Services 1408 Ft Crook Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-293-3300 www.govcomm.harris.com

The Garrett Group 13705 S 38th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-504-9292 www.garrettgp.com

Lockheed Martin 1311 Ft Crook Rd, Ste 104 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-0580 www.lockheedmartin.com McCallie Associates Inc. 3906 Raynor Pkwy, Ste 200 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-2203 www.mccallie.com Northrop Grumman 3200 Samson Way Bellevue, NE 68123 402-682-4770 www.ngc.com Raytheon 6825 Pine St, Mail Stop B5, Ste 338 Omaha, NE 68106 402-398-8480 www.raytheon.com Science Application International Corp.

3906 Raynor Pkwy, Ste 302 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-932-9238 www.saic.com Serrano IT Services 601 Pierce St Omaha, NE 68108 402-991-0116 www.serranoits.com Software Engineering Services 1311 Ft Crook Rd S, Ste 100 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-8660 www.sessolutions.com Strategic Professional Resources Inc. 1227 Golden Gate Dr Papillion, NE 68046 402-991-7582 www.sprinc.biz

DERMATOLOGIST Rustad Dermatology 2510 Bellevue Medical Center Dr, Ste 145 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-484-6222 www.rustaddermatology.com

DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SERVICES

URS Corporation 12120 Shamrock Plz, Ste 300 Omaha, NE 68154 402-334-8181 www.urscorp.com

Cass Sarpy Industries 3412 Hancock St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-444-6937 www.encor-dd.org

Vectrus Inc. 10383 12th St Murray, NE 68409 402-319-3950 www.vectrus.com

Hands of Heartland 209 Galvin Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-502-1525 www.handsofheartland.com

Veteran Defense Services Inc. 3906 Raynor Pkwy, Ste 200 A Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-0771 www.vetdefense.com

Outlook Nebraska Inc. 4125 S 72nd St Omaha, NE 68127 402-614-3331 www.outlooknebraska.com

DENTISTRY Aesthetics & Family Dentistry 505 Cornhusker Rd, Ste 102 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-293-1234 www.aafdentistry.com Dunlow Orthodontics, P.C. 2219 Capehart Rd Bellevue, NE 68123 402-934-8858 www.dunlowortho.com Jamar Anderson DDS 1411 JF Kennedy Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-3535 McIntosh Family Dental 1603 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-1340 www.mcintoshfamilydental.com Summit Plaza Dental Care 3615 Summit Plz Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-951-9019 www.summitplazadentalcare.com

Sheltering Tree Housing Corporation 1903 Gregg Rd Bellevue, NE 68005 402-699-3547 www.shelteringtreecommunity.org Vocational Development Center (VODEC) 612 S Main St Council Bluffs, IA 51503 712-328-2638 www.vodec.org

DIALYSIS CENTER Davita Cornhusker Dialysis 505 Cornhusker Rd, Ste 107 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-2813 www.davita.com

DRY CLEANOR/TAILOR C & C Tailor Shop 2315 Lincoln Rd Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-9390 Max I Walker 10402 S 15th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-2577 www.maxiwalker.com

EDUCATION Bellevue Public Schools 2600 Arboretum Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-293-4000 www.bellevuepublicschools.org Bellevue University 1000 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-557-7005 www.bellevue.edu Gross Daniel J Catholic High School 7700 S 43rd St Bellevue, NE 68147 402-734-2000 www.grosscatholic.org ITT Technical Institute 1120 N 103rd Plz, Ste 200 Omaha, NE 68114 402-331-2900 www.itt-tech.edu Metropolitan Community College P.O. Box 3777 Omaha, NE 68103 402-457-2733 www.mccneb.edu National American University 3604 Summit Plz Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-650-2710 www.national.edu Papillion-La Vista Public School District 420 S Washington St Papillion, NE 68046 402-537-6200 www.paplv.org St. Mary’s Church & School 811 W 23rd Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-1350 www.stmarysbellevue.com Univerity of Nebraska-Omaha Division of Continuing Studies 6001 Dodge St Omaha, NE 68182 402-554-2370 www.unomaha.edu/college-of-publicaffairs-and-community-service/ division-of-continuing-studies

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BUSINESS LISTINGS (Categorical) University of Oklahoma 106 Peacekeeper, Ste 806 Offutt AFB, NE 68113 402-291-8879 www.goou.ou.edu

ELECTRICAL CAT Electric 3414 Leawood Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-763-8817 D C Electric/Heartland Lighting Inc. P.O. Box 544 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-5590 www.dchlinc.com ServiceOne 9335 J St Omaha, NE 68127 402-339-4357 www.serviceone.com

EMPLOYMENT/STAFFING Careerlink.com/AIM Institute 1905 Harney St, Ste 700 Omaha, NE 68102 402-345-5025 www.careerlink.com Nebraska Department of Labor 5717 F St Omaha, NE 68117 402-595-3023 www.dol.nebraska.gov

ENGINEERS Calvert Systems Engineering 3906 Raynor Pkwy, Ste 100 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-933-7425 www.calvertsystemsengineering.com E & A Consulting Group Inc. 330 N 117th St Omaha, NE 68154 402-895-4700 www.eacg.com KPE Consulting Engineers 1501 JF Kennedy Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-1444 www.kpe-inc.com Thompson, Dreessen, & Dorner Inc. 10836 Old Mill Rd Omaha, NE 68154 402-330-8860 www.td2co.com

ENTERTAINMENT Bryan Hill Entertainment Inc. 6070 Maple St Omaha, NE 68104 402-558-1600 www.bryanhill.com Gamez Gone Wild, LLC 3112 Barksdale Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-241-9453 www.gamezgonewild.net Thunderbowl 1900 Madison Ave Council Bluffs, IA 51503 712-328-2374 www.thunderbowl.com

FINANCIAL ADVISORS First Command Financial 1716 Charleston Dr Papillion, NE 68133 402-291-3040 www.firstcommand.com Heartland Financial Solutions, LLCBill O'Donnell 11902 Jake Cir Bellevue, NE 68133 402-933-0866 www.heartlandfinancialadvisors.com James Financial ServicesJohn James 1012 Lincoln Rd, Ste A Bellevue, NE 68005 402-293-9345 Principal Financial GroupAlicia Richards 1508 JF Kennedy Dr, Ste 202 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-690-0962 www.principal.com

Financial Institutions Access Bank 774 Olson Dr Papillion, NE 68046 402-763-6000 www.accessbank.com American National Bank 805 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-7500 www.anbank.com

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Bank Of Nebraska 923 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-537-2600 www.bankofnebraska.com

SAC Federal Credit Union 7148 Towne Center Pkwy Papillion, NE 68046 402-292-8000 www.sacfcu.com

Charter West National Bank 7404 Olson Dr Papillion, NE 68046 402-339-2700 www.charterwest.com

SAC Federal Credit Union 2204 Longo Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-8000 www.sacfcu.com

First National Bank 2008 Pratt Ave Bellevue, NE 68123 402-602-2856 www.fnni.com

SAC Federal Credit Union 11515 S 39th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-8000 www.sacfcu.com

Five Points Bank 8820 Arbor St Omaha, NE 68124 402-827-8941 www.5pointsbank.com

Security National Bank 6464 Center St, No. 100 Omaha, NE 68106 402-221-0157 www.snbomaha.com

Great Southern Bank 1902 Harlan Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-2000 www.greatsouthernbank.com

US Bank 1001 Ft Crook Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-738-5181 www.usbank.com

Great Western Bank 919 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-965-6023 www.greatwesternbank.com

Wells Fargo Bank N.A. 1101 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-682-6442 www.wellsfargo.com

Great Western Bank 3705 Twin Creek Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-293-7419 www.greatwesternbank.com

Wells Fargo Bank N.A. 3536 Comstock Bellevue, NE 68123 402-293-2750 www.wellsfargo.com

Navy Federal Credit Union 3604 Twin Creek Dr, Ste 106 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-591-4800 www.navyfederal.org Pentagon Federal Credit Union 502 Fortune Dr Papillion, NE 68046 402-951-5809 www.penfed.org Quik Cash 7511 S 36th St, Ste 11 Bellevue, NE 68147 402-733-0107 www.qcholdings.com

FITNESS/NUTRITION Anytime Fitness 2217 Thurston Cir Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-1500 www.anytimefitness.com Farrell’s Extreme BodyShaping 2219 Capehart Rd, Ste 107 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-408-6404 www.extremebodyshaping.com Jazzercise Bellevue Fitness Center 2221 Thurston Cir Bellevue, NE 68005 402-885-0789 www.jazzercise.com

BUSINESS LISTINGS (Categorical) Max Muscle Sports Nutrition 2903 Samson Way, Ste 101 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-932-2629 www.bellevuene.maxmuscle.com Simply Well, LLC 9140 W Dodge Rd, Ste 408 Omaha, NE 68114 1-877-991-9355 www.simplywell.com

FLORISTS Bellevue Florist 509 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-2889 www.bellevuefloristco.com Capehart Floral & Gifts 2851 Capehart Rd, Ste I Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-5921 www.capehartfloral.com Ever-Bloom 3503 Samson Way, Ste 102 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-4750 www.ever-bloomfloral.net

FOOD/BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTER Marathon Ventures Inc. 901 Ft Crook Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-934-8210 www.marathonventuresinc.com Quality Brands — Budweiser 13255 Centech Rd Omaha, NE 68138 402-896-8900 Schwan’s-Chris Harris 20235 Husker Dr Gretna, NE 68028 402-298-8608 www.schwans.com

FUNERAL HOME Bellevue Memorial Chapel 2202 Hancock St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-5000 www.heafeyheafey.com

John A. Gentleman Mortuaries 3402 Samson Way Bellevue, NE 68123 402-293-0999 www.johnagentleman.com

GOVERNMENT Bellevue City Council MemberCarol Blood 2812 Jack Pine Bellevue, NE 68123 402-293-0401 www.bellevue.net Bellevue Housing Authority 8214 Armstrong Cir Bellevue, NE 68147 402-734-5448 www.sarpyhousing.org Bellevue Public School BoardNina Wolford 805 Bellevue Blvd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-0428 www.bellevuepublicschools.org City of Bellevue 210 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-293-3000 www.bellevue.net Nebraska State SenatorSue Crawford Dist 45 State Capitol, Box 94604 Lincoln, NE 68509 402-471-2615 Sarpy County AdministrationFred Uhe 1210 Golden Gate Dr, Ste 1250 Papillion, NE 68046 402-593-2106 www.sarpy.com Sarpy County ClerkDeb Houghtaling 1210 Golden Gate Dr, Ste 1118 Papillion, NE 68046 402-593-5915 www.sarpy.com Sarpy County Economic Development Corporation 1301 Harney St Omaha, NE 68102 402-978-7924 www.selectgreateromaha.com

Sarpy County Register of DeedsLloyd Dowding 1210 Golden Gate Dr, Ste 1109 Papillion, NE 68046 402-593-5773 www.sarpy.com

Hy-Vee Inc. 3505 L St Omaha, NE 68107 402-731-6107 www.hy-vee.com

Sarpy County Reporting Center 7511 S 36th St, Ste 9 Bellevue, NE 68147 402-593-4416

Hy-Vee Inc. 11650 S 73rd St Papillion, NE 68046 402-597-5790 www.hy-vee.com

Sarpy County Treasurer-Rich James 1210 Golden Gate Dr, Ste 1127 Papillion, NE 68046 402-593-2138 www.sarpy.com

Walmart Neighborhood Market 2109 Towne Centre Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-686-2040 www.walmart.com

Sarpy County Treasurer’s OfficeRene Dreiling 1210 Golden Gate Dr, Ste 1127 Papillion, NE 68046 402-593-2145 www.sarpy.com

HOME IMPROVEMENT AA Windows N Doors 2502 N 84th St Omaha, NE 68134 402-734-2076 www.aawindowsndoors.com

Sarpy/Cass Department of Health & Wellness 701 Olson Dr, Ste 101 Papillion, NE 68046 402-339-4334 www.sarpycasshealthdepartment.org

Baldwin’s Flooring America 9625 Ida St Omaha, NE 68123 402-763-6499 www.baldwinfa.com

U.S. Small Business Administration 10675 Bedford Ave, Ste 100 Omaha, NE 68134 402-221-4691 www.sba.gov/ne

Sherwin Williams 2805 Samson Way Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-0444 www.sherwin-williams.com

GROCERY

Westlake Ace Hardware 1005 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-5517 www.westlakehardware.com

AAFES 105 Grants Pass Bldg, Ste 44 Offutt AFB, NE 68113 402-291-5424 www.aafes.com

HOSPITAL

Aldi Inc. 2112 Cornhusker Rd Bellevue, NE 68123 1-913-768-1119 www.aldi.com

CHI Health Midlands Hospital 11111 S 84th St Papillion, NE 68046 402-449-5020 www.chihealth.com

Bakers Supermarket 3614 Twin Creek Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-3992 www.bakersplus.com

Madonna Rehabilitation Specialty Hospital 2500 Bellevue Medical Center Dr, Ste 400 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-884-0006 www.madonna.org

Bakers Supermarket 801 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-7070 www.bakersplus.com

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BUSINESS LISTINGS (Categorical) Nebraska Medicine-Bellevue 2500 Bellevue Medical Center Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-763-3000 www.bellevuemed.com

HOTEL Candlewood Suites 10902 S 15th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-932-8144 www.candlewoodsuites.com

Trico Mechanical Services 732 Ft Crook Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-733-2600

INDIVIDUAL Gus Erickson 1508 JF Kennedy Dr, Ste 207-1 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-827-5550

INSURANCE

Comfort Inn & Suites 2105 Pratt Ave Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-1155 www.comfortinn.com

AFLAC Regional Office 4611 S 96th St, Ste 107 Omaha, NE 68127 402-505-3588 www.aflac.com

Courtyard by Marriott LaVista 12560 Westport Pkwy LaVista, NE 68128 402-339-4900 www.omahalavistacourtyard.com

American Family Insurance-Travis Castle 2348 Cornhusker Rd Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-8767 www.amfam.com

Hampton Inn 3404 Samson Way Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-1607 www.bellevue.hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express 10804 S 15th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-502-4500 www.hiexpress.com Kinseth Hotel Corp.

2 Quail Creek Cir North Liberty, IA 52317 319-626-560 www.kinseth.com Rodeway Inn 1110 Ft Crook Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-0804 www.rodewaynebraska.com

HVAC Apollo Heating & Air Conditioning 114 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-5808 www.apollohtg.com ServiceOne 9335 J St Omaha, NE 68127 402-339-4357 www.serviceone.com

Beardmore Insurance ServicesTom Jurek 418 Ft Crook Rd N, Box 459 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-734-2525 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska 1919 Aksarben Dr Omaha, NE 68180 402-390-1820 www.bcbsne.com Commercial Solutions Insurance, LLC-Jeff Siedlik 108 E Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-779-8777 www.csiau.com Farm Bureau Financial ServicesRandy Dockweiler 509 N 5th St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-681-9837 www.brandondoke.com One Way Insurance AgencyMary Kessler 1102 Ft Crook Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-592-2804 www.onewayinsurance.com

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Shelter Insurance-Dennis Maloy 2422 Cornhusker Rd Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-3500 www.shelterinsurance.com Silverstone Group Inc. 11516 Miracle Hills Dr Omaha, NE 68154 402-964-5476 www.silverstonegroup.com State Farm Insurance-Amy Huck 11533 S 36th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-682-9334 www.amymhuck.com State Farm Insurance-Dick Rupert 408 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-0900 www.dickrupert.com State Farm Insurance-Jeff Gotch 1605 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-5100 www.jeffgotch.com State Farm Insurance-Team Ricchini 2211 Capehart Rd, Ste 106 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-1900 www.teamricchini.com Williams-Deras & Associates 10040 Regency Cir Omaha, NE 68114 402-398-9898

LAND SURVEYING Thompson, Dreessen, & Dorner Inc. 10836 Old Mill Rd Omaha, NE 68154 402-330-8860 www.td2co.com

LANDSCAPE

Trees, Shrubs & More 3803 Cornhusker Rd Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-9374 www.treesshrubsandmore.com

LOCKSMITH Big Red Locksmiths Inc. 711 Ft Crook Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-5625 www.bigredlocksmiths.com

MANUFACTURED HOMES Green Acres, LLC 2902 Hancock St, Lot 108 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-7602 Washington Terrace, LLC 3101 Washington St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-1591 www.washingtonterracellc.com

MARKETING Bellevue Leader 604 Ft Crook Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-733-7300 www.bellevueleader.com Canth Awards/Custom T’s 504 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-733-6330 Heartland Marketing & Communication 704 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-293-0200 www.heartlandmarketingcom.com JoDon Design / Sign Pro 2332 Cornhusker Rd Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-2933

CM’s A Cut Above 4151 S 84th St Omaha, NE 68127 402-738-1718 www.cmscustomlawn.com

Lamar Outdoor Advertising 4849 G St Omaha, NE 68117 402-734-6850 www.lamar.com

The Sod Company P.O. Box 1030 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-6709

Legion Digital Outdoor 1906 Betz Rd Bellevue, NE 68005 402-408-7394 www.mobiledigitalbillboard.com

BUSINESS LISTINGS (Categorical) Omaha Sports Marketing & Consulting P.O. Box 225 Springfield, NE 68059 402-637-8007 www.omahasportsmarketing.com

Franklin American Mortgage Company-Drew Baggiani 11814 S 25th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-871-8128 www.franklinamerican.com

Alzheimer’s Association Midlands Chapter 1941 S 42nd St, Ste 205 Omaha, NE 68105 402-502-4301 www.alz.org/midlands

Omaha World Herald 1314 Douglas St, Ste 600 Omaha, NE 68102 402-444-1000 www.omaha.com

Guild Mortgage Company Mary Byrnes 12702 Westport Pkwy La Vista, NE 68138 402-515-8024 www.guildmortgage.com/officers/ marybyrnes

Bellevue Chamber of Commerce 1102 Galvin Road South Bellevue, NE 68005 402-898-3000 www.bellevuenebraska.com

Regal Awards & Advertising Specialties 6165 Center St Omaha, NE 68106 402-932-7907 regalawards.com SignIT 8318 F St Omaha, NE 68127 402-339-8882 www.signitomaha.com The Creative J 11218 Elm St, Ste B Omaha, NE 68144 402-384-2820 www.thecreativej.com Zaiss & Company 11626 Nicholas St Omaha, NE 68154 402-964-9293 www.zaissco.com

MEDICAL SERVICES DME United 2221 Main St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-898-2675 www.dmeunited.com Midwest Medical Transport Co. 1010 Ft Crook Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 1-800-562-3396 www.midwestmedicaltransport.net

MORTGAGES Franklin American Mortgage Company-Stacy Thorne 11814 S 25th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-871-8128 www.franklinamerican.com

The Private Mortgage Group 15858 W Dodge Rd, Ste 100 Omaha, NE 68118 402-392-5808 www.theprivatemortgagegroup.com/pete Veterans United Home Loans 11507 S 42nd St, Ste 107 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-3080 www.veteransunitedomaha.com

OFFICE EQUIPMENT/ FURNITURE/SUPPLIES Better Business Equipment 7929 W Center Rd Omaha, NE 68124 402-393-6666 www.bbeomaha.com Office Depot 2809 S 125th Ave, Ste 390 Omaha, NE 68144 1-888-438-2822 www.officedepot.com

OPTICAL Bellevue Vision Clinic P.C. 1810 Wilshire Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-6133 www.optometrists.org/nebicare Eye Specialists 1103 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-6514 www.eyespecialistsne.com

ORGANIZATIONS Alfonza W Davis Chapter Tuskegee Airmen Inc. P.O. Box 13036 Offutt AFB, NE 68113 402-292-8912 www.tuskegeeairmen.org

Bellevue Community Foundation 101 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-991-8027 www.bellevuecommunityfoundation.org Bellevue Economic Enhancement Foundation 1102 Galvin Road S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-898-3000 www.bellevuenebraska.com Bellevue GAR Memorial Bridge P.O. Box 133 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-1913 Bellevue Garden Club 2314 Lloyd St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-3795 www.bellevuegardenclub.com Bellevue Junior Sports Association 1001 High School Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-2572 www.bjsa.net

Goodwill Industries 4805 N 72nd St Omaha, NE 68134 402-341-4609 www.goodwillomaha.org Green Bellevue 1310 Robinwood Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 www.greenbellevue.org Habitat for Humanity of Sarpy County 1001 Ft Crook Rd N, Ste 207-208 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-6560 www.hfhsarpy.org Heartland America Chapter Military Officers Association P.O. Box 1756 Bellevue, NE 68005 www.heartlandmoaa.us Kiwanis Club of Bellevue 803 Jewell Cir Bellevue, NE 68005 402-670-9439 www.kiwanisbellevue.org Kiwanis Club of Bellevue — Offutt P.O. Box 715 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-3392 www.bokiwanis.org Knights of Columbus Council 6192 205 Industrial Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-6887 www.nebraskakofc.org

Bellevue Public Safety Foundation 505 Cornhusker Rd, Box 259 Bellevue, NE 68005 www.bellevuepublicsafety.com

Lutheran Family Services 124 S 24th St, Ste 230 Omaha, NE 68102 402-342-7038 www.lfsneb.org

Better Business Bureau 11811 P St Omaha, NE 68137 402-391-7612 www.bbb.org

Midlands Community Foundation 217 N Jefferson St Papillion, NE 68046 402-991-8027 www.midlandscommunity.org

Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 3912 209 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-6950 www.foe.com

NFIB 14899 Hillcrest Rd Council Bluffs, IA 51503 402-681-1229 www.nfib.com

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BUSINESS LISTINGS (Categorical) Omaha Home for Boys 4343 N 52nd St Omaha, NE 68104 402-457-7000 www.omahahomeforboys.org

jgdavisphotography 1803 Atlas Dr Papillion, NE 68133 402-850-6985 www.jgdavisphotography.com

Sarpy County CASA Program 119 Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-593-2259 www.sarpycasa.org

Katrina Methot-Swanson 2111 S 138th St Omaha, NE 68144 402-932-0509 www.katrinamethotswanson.com

SCORE/Omaha Score Chapter 40 10675 Bedford Ave, Ste 100 Omaha, NE 68134 402-221-3606 www.omaha.score.org Tobacco Free Sarpy 11111 S 84th St Papillion, NE 68046 402-593-3022 www.tobaccofreesarpy.org United Way/Midlands 1805 Harney St Omaha, NE 68102 402-342-8232 www.unitedwaymidlands.org Woodmen of the World 1700 Farnam St Omaha, NE 68102 402-289-3776 www.woodmen.org

PAINTING SERVICES Terry McGill Inc. 7025 Sarpy Ave Bellevue, NE 68147 402-731-4393 www.terrymcgillinc.com

PHARMACY CVS/Pharmacy 1701 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-2685 www.cvs.com

PHOTOGRAPHY/ART Jeremy Johnson Photography 903 Lemay Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-8438 www.jeremyjohnsonphoto.com

PHYSICAL THERAPY Bellevue Physical Therapy Associates 701 Galvin Rd, Ste 112 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-4000 www.bellevueptassociates.com Excel Physical Therapy 2206 Longo Dr, Ste 211 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-1963 www.excelpt.com Quality Living Inc. 6404 N 70th Plz Omaha, NE 68104 402-573-3700 www.qliomaha.com

PHYSICIANS Bellevue Family Practice PC 2206 Longo Dr Ste 201 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-9170 www.bellevuefamilypractice.com Ear Specialists 9202 W Dodge Rd, Ste 200 Omaha, NE 68114 402-933-3277 www.earspecialists.com Ear, Nose & Throat/Allergy Service 2227 Jefferson St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-9800 FP Associates-Brock LaSure, M.D. 1103 Galvin Rd S, Ste G Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-1072 www.fpadoctor.com

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FP Associates-James Cervantes, M.D. 1103 Galvin Rd, S Ste G Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-1072 www.fpadoctor.com

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services-Ambassador Real EstateMichelle Gustafson 13340 California St, Ste 101 Omaha, NE 68154 402-290-7021 www.bhhsamb.com/michelle.gustafson

LifeCare Family Medicine of Bellevue 2510 Bellevue Medical Center Dr, Ste 145A Bellevue, NE 68123 402-779-7207 www.lifecarefm.com

CB Richard Ellis/MEGAMark Obermeyer 11213 Davenport St, Ste 300 Omaha, NE 68154 402-697-5825 www.cbremega.com

The Family Doc, LLC 2211 Capehart Rd, Ste 104 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-933-4111 www.thefamilydoc.biz

CBSHOME Real Estate-Bryan Fraser 11511 S 42nd St, Ste 106 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-2200 www.cbshome.com

PLUMBING ServiceOne 9335 J St Omaha, NE 68127 402-339-4357 www.serviceone.com

POLITICAL

Clatterbuck Properties 1718 Hillcrest Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-7824 Daniell Crossing, LLC 14502 Fir Cir Plattsmouth, NE 68048 402-298-7268

Chuck Fredrick for Mayor 1511 Madison St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-3823 www.chuckfredrick.com

Harlan Drive Properties 2800 S 110th Ct, Ste 1 Omaha, NE 68144 402-390-0890

Rita Sanders for Mayor 507 Martin Dr N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-980-0904 www.ritasandersformayor.com

Headley Realty-Chuck Headley 11822 S 25th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-0814 www.headleyproperties.com

PRINT SERVICES Bellevue Printing Company 2208 Franklin St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-293-1356 Eagle Copy & Business Solutions 1001½ Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-933-9912 www.eaglecopy.us

REAL ESTATE Ablah Enterprises, LLC 11310 E 21st St N, Ste G 51 Wichita, KS 67206 1-316-636-2222

Hike Real Estate PC-David Dunn 114 E Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-2500 www.HikeRealEstate.com Hike Real Estate PC-Rusty Hike 114 E Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-2500 www.HikeRealEstate.com Homes for HeroesMichelle Gustafson 13340 California St, Ste 101 Omaha, NE 68154 402-493-4805 www.bhhsamb.com/michelle. gustafson

BUSINESS LISTINGS (Categorical) Midlands Real Estate-K C Bethel 11535 S 36th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-5111 www.midlandsrealestate.com Mike Hogan Development Company 818 Tara Plz Papillion, NE 68046 402-339-3222 www.mikehoganrealty.com Nebraska Realty-Judy Compton 4102 Twin Creek Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-990-7938 www.judycompton.com Newstreet Properties, LLC 6336 John J Peshing Dr Omaha, NE 68110 402-457-8589 www.newstreetllc.com NP Dodge — Husker Home Finder Team-Angela May 16909 Lakeside Hills, Ste 119 Omaha, NE 68130 402-709-4908 www.huskerhomefinder.com NP Dodge Real Estate-Jerry Vogel 4912 Shannon Dr Papillion, NE 68133 402-597-5008 www.npdodge.com Professional Title Co. 222 S 15th St, Ste 240S Omaha, NE 68102 402-884-4266 www.thetitleresourcenetwork.com Rising View A Bellevue Offutt Community 3116 Lockbourne Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402.991.9840 www.risingview.com River Village Twin Creek c/o CBREDean Hokanson 11213 Davenport St, Ste 300 Omaha, NE 68154 402-697-5831 www.cbremega.com SARCO Inc. 702 Ft Crook Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-9800 www.richmontvillage.com

Southroads Technology Park 1001 Ft Crook Rd N, Ste 140 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-552-1000 Twin Creek LP Development 3906 Raynor Pkwy, Ste 300 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-933-6894 www.twincreekvillage.com Wiles Development, LLC 19515 Watersedge Cir Plattsmouth, NE 68048 402-740-3995 www.wilesdevelopment.com

RENDERING Darling International 14401 S 5th St, Box 668 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-8800 www.darlingii.com

RENTAL/FACILITIES SERVICES A-Relief Services Inc. P.O. Box 878 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-0220 www.a-relief.com Bellevue Rental Center 204 N Galvin Rd Bellevue, NE 68005 402-733-1300 www.uwebconnect.com/brc The Salvation Army Kroc Center 2825 Y St Omaha, NE 68107 402-905-3517 www.omahakroc.org U-Haul-Olde Town 2221 Main St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-4447 www.uhaul.com Volunteer Firefighter’s Hall 2108 Franklin St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-763-9127 www.bvfd-inc.org

RESTAURANT Applebee’s 10402 S 15th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-293-8400 www.applebees.com B & B Classic Dogs, LLC 1020 Lincoln Rd Bellevue, NE 68005 402-670-1025 www.bbclassicdogs.com Chick-fil-A 2016 Cornhusker Rd Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-2337 www.chick-fil-a.com Culver’s of Bellevue 3602 Raynor Pkwy Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-0220 www.culvers.com D J’s Dugout 10308 S 23rd St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-9096 www.djsdugout.com Dairy Queen 501 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-3721 www.dairyqueen.com Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 4102 Twin Creek Dr, Ste 116 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-905-9673 www.dickeys.com Don & Millie’s 2208 Pratt Avenue Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-9211 www.donandmillies.com Godfather’s Pizza 3811 Twin Creek Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-255-2515 www.godfathers.com Golden Corral 1511 Gregg Rd Bellevue, NE 68123 402-293-5696 www.goldencorral.com

Jammers Pub 1505 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-8282 Jersey Mike’s 10110 S 15th St, Ste 101 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-932-7100 www.jerseymikes.com Luigis Bar & Grill 101 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-1033 Olde Towne Tavern 107 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-932-5699 Outback Steakhouse 10408 S 15th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-991-9275 www.outback.com Papa John’s Pizza of Galvin Rd 923 Galvin Rd S, Ste 101 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-293-7777 www.papajohns.com Pharaoh’s Inc. 910 Ft Crook Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-991-9000 www.pharaohsbar.com Romeo’s of Bellevue 405 Galvin Rd N Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-2028 www.romeosomaha.com Sina Way Chinese 2211 Capehart Rd, Ste 101 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-991-9898 www.sinawaycuisine.net Stella’s Bar and Grill 106 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-6088 www.stellasbarandgrill.com The Egg & I 2015 Pratt Ave, Ste 101 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-991-3448 www.theeggandirestaurants.com

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BUSINESS LISTINGS (Categorical) Valentino’s 1507 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-827-3090 www.valentinos.com

RETAIL Bel’ Angelo Boutique 3503 Samson Way, Ste 100 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-614-2990 Elder Jewelry 10531 S 15th St, Ste 101 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-733-8800 www.elderjewelry.com Erwin’s Jewelry 223 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-2454 Nobbies 4008 Twin Creek Dr Bellevue, NE 68123 402-333-6300 www.nobbiesparties.com RWR Innovations 5222 S 136th St Omaha, NE 68127 402-592-9199 www.rwrinnovations.com S.G. ROI Tobacconist 1021 Galvin Rd S, Ste B Bellevue, NE 68005 402-871-9528 www.sgroitobacconist.com Sam’s Club 9851 S 71st Plz Papillion, NE 68133 402-331-2456 www.samsclub.com Shadow Lake Towne Center 7775 Olson Dr, Ste 205 Papillion, NE 68046 402-537-0046 www.shadowlakeshopping.com Thirty-One Tamara Wadsworth P.O. Box 1373 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-953-7489 www.mythirtyone.com/Tamzbutterflies

Wal-Mart 10504 S 15th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-292-0156 www.walmart.com

ROOFING Ciaccio Roofing Corp.

4420 Izard St Omaha, NE 68131 402-293-8707 www.ciaccioroofing.com

SECURITY Delta Force Security 385 Harrison St Council Bluffs, IA 51503 402-301-4317

SENIOR SERVICES Bellevue Senior Community Center 109 W 22nd Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 402-293-3041 www.bellevueseniorcommunitycenter.com Bellewood Courts 1002 Bellewood Ct Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-3300 Eastern Nebraska Veterans Home 12505 S 40th St Bellevue, NE 68123 402-595-2180 www.dhhs.ne.gov Harmony Court 1802 Wall St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-4200 www.harmonycourt.com Heritage Ridge Communities 1502 Ft Crook Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-932-1881 www.heritageridgeretirement.com Hillcrest Health Services 1902 Hillcrest Dr, Ste A Bellevue, NE 68005 402-682-4206 www.hillcresthealth.com Richmont Terrace 620 Ft Crook Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-9699

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Richmont Village 702 Ft Crook Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-9800 www.richmontvillage.com

TELECOMMUNICATIONS Century Link 1314 Douglas on the Mall, 13th Flr Omaha, NE 68102 402-422-7337 www.centurylink.com Unite Private Networks 6610 S 118th St Omaha, NE 68137 402-939-6750 www.uniteprivatenetworks.com

TRAINING FACILITY/ SHOOTING TAKE AIM 3403 Samson Way Bellevue, NE 68123 402-932-8293 www.TAKEAIMBellevue.com

TRAVEL AAA Nebraska 3905 Twin Creek Dr, Ste 107 Bellevue, NE 68123 402-938-0080 www.aaanebraska.com Bellevue Travel 1508 JF Kennedy Dr, Ste 101 Bellevue, NE 68005 402-292-6600 www.bellevuetravelne.com

URGENT CARE Bellevue Urgent Care 1307 Harlan Dr Bellevue, NE 68005 402-291-8701 www.bellevueuc.com

UTILITIES Black Hills Energy 501 W 6th St Papillion, NE 68046 1-888-890-5554 www.blackhillscorp.com

Cox Communications 11505 W Dodge Rd Omaha, NE 68154 402-934-1753 www.cox.com/omaha Metropolitan Utilities District 3100 S 61st Ave Omaha, NE 68106 402-504-7981 www.mudomaha.com Omaha Public Power District 444 S 16th St Mall Omaha, NE 68102 402-536-4131 www.oppd.com Papillion Sanitation/Waste Connections of NE 10810 S 144 St Omaha, NE 68138 402-346-7800 www.papillion-sanitation.com

WEB DESIGN Little Mountain Web Design Box 461235 Papillion, NE 68046 402-932-7243 www.littlemountainwebdesign.com

WINERY Moonstruck Meadery 2221 Madison St Bellevue, NE 68005 402-934-7544 www.moonstruckmead.com

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