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06/09/2025

Now open and serving the critical shortage of nursing staff: CNA Hub, a Nursing Assistant Training Program at 630 N Cotner Blvd, Suite 105 Lincoln NE 68505, which provides the Certified Nursing Assistant training course in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Nebraska Department of Education and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.

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06/09/2025

BUSINESS NEWS IN LINCOLN: RESTAURANTS--Abelardo’s Mexican Restaurant is set to open at 8430 Eiger Drive, near South 84th Street and Nebraska Parkway. The restaurant will occupy 1,245 square feet, with an $800,000 building permit on file. In Northeast Lincoln, demolition has begun on the Sonic Drive-In at N. 84th and Holdrege. McDonalds plans to complete construction and reopen by the end of the year.

OFFICE: Zelle Human Resource Solutions has relocated to the Sampson Building, located at the southwest corner of South 14th Street and Old Cheney Road across from Virtual Incision. The building formerly housed Information Technology operations.

MEDICAL: At 2300 S. 16th Street, Bryan West Campus has filed a $1.65 million permit for an energy plant addition.

WAREHOUSE: An interior remodel is underway at 1133 Libra Drive, where Epp Foundation Repair currently operates (formerly HobbyTown) The remodel is valued at $150,000.

RETAIL: Near the south Lincoln Kohl’s location, Restore Hyper Wellness has closed. Taking its place at 8601 S. 30th Street, Suite 107, is Jewel Prom and Pageant, which is converting the space to a mercantile use with an open clothing showroom.

06/07/2025

Why would you need a "team" to lease or buy space for your business? Attorney Derek Zimmerman from Baylor Evnen Wolfe & Tannehill, LLP describes messes that have to be corrected, and new clauses about tariffs and insurance, that need to be in real estate documents. Today at noon. Pod up afterwards.

06/05/2025

We are super excited to be interviewed on KLIN’s new show this Saturday morning:

06/04/2025

06/03/2025

Bye bye Sonic on N 84th
Thanks for the picture, Doug.
If you follow our page you are probably already aware, but fan Joe Nauertc wants us to clarify that there is a new Sonic by the N. 84th Walmart!

05/30/2025

Thanks, Congressman Mike Flood!

05/22/2025

This week's business news:
RESTAURANTS:
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s City Campus Student Union, the Steak 'n Shake and Subway locations have officially closed. Replacing them is Huskers Heroes, a new UNL-operated sandwich shop.
CHURCH PROJECTS:
At 6001 A Street, Church of the Holy Trinity is investing $750,000 in both exterior and interior improvements to its Episcopal campus.
AUTOMOTIVE:
Christian Brothers Automotive is now open at 8860 Amber Hill, near 88th & Nebraska Parkway. Based in Houston, this franchise offers oil changes, brake services, and general vehicle repairs—and is known for its faith-based roots, which are prominently featured on its website.
MEDICAL:
Aspire Wellness Chiropractic recently celebrated a ribbon cutting with the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce at 3900 Yankee Hill Road—part of a growing cluster of medical services from 40th & Yankee Hill all the way down to the April Sampson Cancer Center.

05/22/2025

This week on our show: Matt Kirkland of Giving Realty on the rental home market; Rachel Barth from Lincoln Airport, Roger Frank from Frank Financial Concepts on demystifying investment lingo; Angela Paolini and Reid Morrow from Servicemaster Professional Building Maintenance on buying and selling a business. Saturday noon; pod up after.

05/21/2025

Here's where the libraries are in Lincoln...and where there aren't. "Library services, similar to many other public services, must be provided regardless of how the community grows.” City of Lincoln Comprehensive plan 3.84

05/20/2025

Fan Kathleen Wiser documented the first sign of Chick-fil-A hatching on N 27th.

05/19/2025

ALERT: According to the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce, the State Legislature is considering increases today on the following, which seem a bit random:
• (Sec. 1 & 3) LB169 – Eliminate sales tax exemptions on the following services: o Pet grooming – NOT veterinary services ($666,000) o Charter flights ($5,200,000) o Dry-cleaning ($1,600,000) o Dating services ($342,000) o Interior design and decorating ($3,200,000) o Lobbying ($264,000) o Limousine and luxury vehicle rentals ($1,200,000) o Telemarketing ($5,000,000) o Dance, golf, and tennis lessons ($1,700,000) o Sightseeing services by ground vehicles ($232,000) o Swimming pool cleaning and maintenance ($47,000) o Telefloral deliveries ($1,100,000) o Travel agency services ($3,000,000) o Massage therapy* ($433,000) o Nail care* ($1,000,000) o Skin care* ($389,000) o Tattoo and body modification* ($1,500,000) o Weight loss services* ($1,400,000) * These services would remain tax exempt if they are for medical purposes

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