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Welcome to Omaha, Nebraska.
Omaha (pop: 390,007) is Nebraska's largest city and metropolitan area at around 840,000 people. The hub of the state, Omaha lies in the hilly Missouri Valley across from Iowa with a wonderful "old west" downtown, beautiful parks, stately mansions, and a growing skyline. It is the county seat of Douglas County. Located on the eastern edge of Nebraska, it is on the Missouri River about 20 miles north of where the Platte River empties into the Missouri. Council Bluffs, Iowa lies directly across the Missouri River from Omaha. Together, the two cities form the core of the 52nd-largest metropolitan area in the United States. Famous for Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company, Omaha was a key point in the westward expansion of the country and continues to grow and prosper today. A fairly clean city, Omaha is a surprise in the Great Plains! Oh, and the zoo kicks some serious...you know...
Omaha's central location in the "heartland" of the United States has been an important factor in the building of its economic strengths. Located on the western bank of the Missouri River, the city has been an important agricultural and transportation center since its establishment in the late 1850's. In its earliest history, Omaha was a trading center and the "Gateway to the West." From these roots, Omaha has steadily grown until it is now the 48th largest city and the 60th largest metro area in the nation. The city limits of Omaha extend over 100 square miles. The five county metropolitan area covers nearly 2,500 square miles. Local terrain consists of gently rolling hills, with metro area elevations ranging from 965 feet to approximately 1,300 feet above sea level.
The Omaha metropolitan area is served by several public and private school systems. There are approximately 113,000 children in metro area public schools. There are three public school districts within Omaha city limits (Omaha Public School District, Millard Public School District and Westside Community School District). Included in these area educational institutions are two community college, two major medical and pharmacy schools, one dental school, one law school, five continuing education programs and several public and private technical trade and business schools.
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Local daily news in Omaha:
Torch run for Special Olympics
The Nebraska Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics is made it's way across the state this past week to carry the Flame of Hope into Omaha for the start of the summer games Thursday evening. via KTIC
Gale Sayers charity golf tournament today in Elkhorn
NFL Hall of Famer and Omaha native Gale Sayers is hosting his annual charity golf tournament today for the Wesley House Leadership Academy. via KHGI
Dorn Named Howser Semifinalist
University of Nebraska pitcher Johnny Dorn has been named as one of 16 semifinalists for the 2008 Dick Howser Trophy Thursday afternoon. via Huskers.com
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Places of interest:
Ralston, NE (4.4 miles), La Vista, NE (5.6 miles), Carter Lake, IA (7.2 miles), Papillion, NE (7.5 miles), Boys Town, NE (8.1 miles), Bellevue, NE (8.9 miles), Chalco, NE (9.9 miles), Council Bluffs, IA (10.4 miles).
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Hotels in Omaha
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Marriott Omaha
10220 REGENCY CIRCLE - Omaha, NE, United States
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Ramada Inn Airport
2002 E LOCUST ST - Omaha, NE, US 68110
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Days Inn Omaha
10560 Sapp Brothers Rd., Omaha, NE 68138 US
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Residence Inn Omaha Central
6990 Dodge Omaha Ne 68132
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Comfort Inn Southwest
10728 L Street Omaha Ne 68127
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La Quinta Inn Omaha
3330 NORTH 104TH AVENUE - Omaha, NE, US 68134
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Doubletree Guest Suites
7270 CEDAR STREET - Omaha, NE, US 68124
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Doubletree Hotel
1616 DODGE STREET - Omaha, NE, US 68102
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Quality Inn Omaha
2808 SOUTH 72ND STREET - Omaha, NE, US 68124
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Econo Lodge Omaha
7833 W DODGE RD - Omaha, NE, US 68124
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Comfort Inn Omaha
9595 S 145TH ST - Omaha, NE, US 68138
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Sheraton Omaha
1615 Howard Street
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Comfort Inn Omaha 2
8736 WEST DODGE RD - Omaha, NE, US 68114
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Omaha Comfort Inn
10919 J STREET - Omaha, NE, US 68137
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Hampton Inn Omaha Central
3301 S 72nd Street Omaha Ne 68124
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Sleep Inn And Suites Omaha
2525 ABBOTT DR - Omaha, NE, US 68110
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Hampton Inn Westroads
9720 WEST DODGE ROAD - Omaha, NE, US 68114
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Hawthorn Suites Omaha
11025 M STREET - Omaha, NE, US 68137
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Ramada Limited Omaha
9505 SOUTH 142ND STREET - Omaha, NE, US 68138
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Econo Lodge West Central
3511 S 85TH ST - Omaha, NE, US 68124
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