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Senator Mike Flood receives awards from Wayne State’s Growing Together students

The Growing Together Career Scholars cohort of Wayne State College presented Sen. Mike Flood of Norfolk with two awards…

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Holly and Tonn Ostergard named Most Honored Citizens of Aksarben for 2021

Celebrating volunteerism and community service through recognition at the Aksarben Ball has been a beloved Nebraska tradition since 1895.…

Taking a new approach – K.C. Belitz of the Nebraska Community Foundation weighs in on new Aksarben Initiative

K.C. BELITZ Nebraska Community Foundation Today’s column comes to you from the Latino Initiative Workshop hosted by the…

A Tribute to Walter Scott, Jr.

Omaha, Neb. (September 25, 2021) – From Aksarben Board Chair, Dana Bradford, “We are saddened to learn of the…

’50 Over 50′ Award Winners

The Bloc, a philanthropic nonprofit organization based in Lincoln, will honor 50 Nebraskans during its inaugural 50 Over 50…

What bright spots or new initiatives have come from pandemic related adversity over the past 15 months?

In their recent issue Forward Together, Metro Magazine - The Spirit of Omaha and Beyond, visited with Aksarben President, Sandra…

i3 Bank represents expansion for institution founded in 1928

Midlands Business Journal, September 17, 2021 - Many are familiar with i3 Bank, they just may not realize it…

Burlington Capital and Invest Nebraska, announce launch of a new Burlington Capital Ag-Venture

LINCOLN/OMAHA, NEBRASKA, Sept. 8, 2021 -- Today, Burlington Capital, along with partner Invest Nebraska, announced the launch and initial…

Aksarben Royal Court 2021

Embodying the Spirit of Aksarben through their volunteerism, dedication and perseverance to the Good Life, the families being honored…

2021 Aksarben Ball Theme and Key Partners Announced by Women’s Ball Committee

Each year, the Aksarben Ball recognizes and celebrates volunteerism, community pride, and a reverence for those who have preceded…