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by DMRyan
Mon Nov 28, 2005 9:44 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Beebe & Runyan almost ready
Replies: 38
Views: 10311

homeless people can afford blow as their drug of choice?

A bottle of Thunderbird or enhaling some pipe cleaner I could believe, but how many times have you ever heard about a homeless person snorting cocaine (which keep in mind is much different than crack cocaine).
by DMRyan
Sun Oct 30, 2005 1:30 pm
Forum: Photography and Videos
Topic: New downtown, Lauritzen and Creighton pics
Replies: 12
Views: 2350

That panoramic skyline photo really reinforces what Omaha has gone through over the past few years. Look at what's new in that photo, Qwest Center, Gallop, First National, UPC. Can you even imagine this vantage point from the Omaha of say 1997? My how far you have come O-town. Been a while since I'v...
by DMRyan
Wed Sep 14, 2005 9:12 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Gene Leahy Mall Remodel
Replies: 2062
Views: 417225

Or since Clark Griswold used that ultra-slick teflon polymer on the bottom of his snow tobbogen thing.
by DMRyan
Mon Aug 22, 2005 7:21 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: jLofts (13th & Jackson)
Replies: 477
Views: 38553

I'm with you guys. There needs to be a more appropriate design for this location. What is with that concrete looking stuff on the corners? And how about something along the roofline to add detail and interest? This looks like a prefab concrete building. Will the brick even be real, or will it be a v...
by DMRyan
Mon Aug 22, 2005 7:14 pm
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Omaha Beltway Discussion
Replies: 291
Views: 53414

Salt Lake City and Buffalo are two cities that aren't all that much bigger than Omaha and that have light rail. We need more than just light rail... streetcars, BRT lines, commuter rail, a more effective bus system. Basically, less of a dependance on the automobile is what I am talking about. Housto...
by DMRyan
Mon Aug 01, 2005 10:17 pm
Forum: Photography and Videos
Topic: Most unappreciated block in Omaha?
Replies: 15
Views: 2692

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Are these the rowhomes that are readily visible from I-480?
by DMRyan
Sun Jul 31, 2005 10:13 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Federal transportation bill passes easily, $1.3B to Nebraska
Replies: 11
Views: 1872

This is a question for icejammer, there has been talk of rebuilding I-80 in Council Bluffs. I didn't see it mentioned anywhere, but was there any allocation for this project in this transportation bill? This bill will be for the next 5 years, and if nothing was allocated to the I-80 reconstruction, ...
by DMRyan
Wed Jul 20, 2005 4:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pay for your own sprawl
Replies: 29
Views: 2901

I swear, the absurdity of it all is going to force me to the roof for a martini.
We're all clamoring with excitement for the Big E def comedy jam when you return from martini happy hour on your roof.
by DMRyan
Tue Jul 19, 2005 9:07 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Fun Plex..Omaha's 'Amusement Park'..
Replies: 165
Views: 27453

Probably in Quebec, taking trips to capture photos of sperm whales. :)
by DMRyan
Tue Jul 19, 2005 8:41 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: OWH article about Omaha and Des Moines
Replies: 29
Views: 2701

Because we all know that those small towns in rural Nebraska are just thriving right now.
by DMRyan
Tue Jul 19, 2005 4:30 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Red light cameras coming to the Metro
Replies: 141
Views: 22080

For DTO and all others concerned, there are companies that sell products that block license plates from red light cameras. The spray on reflective material really works.

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by DMRyan
Mon Jul 18, 2005 9:19 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: OWH article about Omaha and Des Moines
Replies: 29
Views: 2701

And neither do we. The legislation idea you spoke of never happened. That was an Iowa legislation idea, not a Des Moines one.
by DMRyan
Mon Jul 18, 2005 9:17 pm
Forum: Photography and Videos
Topic: Few Des Moines DT skyline shots
Replies: 21
Views: 3471

That's a fun street to hang out on, and those bars usually get a more eclectic crowd than what you would find at a West Des Moines nightclub. At the Royal Mile, it's pretty common to have a techno or indie rock concert at the bar next door, while getting hit up by some panhandlers that hang out in t...
by DMRyan
Mon Jul 18, 2005 8:45 pm
Forum: Photography and Videos
Topic: Few Des Moines DT skyline shots
Replies: 21
Views: 3471

The Royal Mile is an awesome bar, and one of my favorites in downtown! Did you make it to the upstairs bar called the Red Monk? They've got a type of beer that's brewed by a Tapestry of Monks, and is imported from Holland. Apparently it's only available in two place in Iowa, but it costs $14 for a v...
by DMRyan
Sun Jul 17, 2005 9:24 pm
Forum: Photography and Videos
Topic: Whale Watching in Quebec
Replies: 11
Views: 1721

It's nice to stray from the norm of cities and development every now and then. Interesting shots of Shamu's distant family there.

Big E, you're cracking me up bud! Keep the martinis flowing if that's what it takes.
by DMRyan
Fri Jul 15, 2005 8:58 am
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Wells Fargo Arena
Replies: 47
Views: 8894

If the current growth trends continue, Omaha will continue to steadily widen it's population size difference over DSM..The metro population difference is widening not closing.. Count me in the category of someone who doesn't foresee DSM's metro population ever passing Omahas. However, it's simple m...
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 10:54 pm
Forum: Photography and Videos
Topic: Few Des Moines DT skyline shots
Replies: 21
Views: 3471

Nice shots. Yeah, it sucks taking pictures during the day this time of year with all the haze. I don't have any pictures of the skyline from the 1st base line, but I know there are several sites out there that feature photos of minor league ballparks, and this angle is shown. Your first photo is the...
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 10:44 pm
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Wells Fargo Arena
Replies: 47
Views: 8894

^ And with that lenghty chapter of my book written, I want to show everyone the only possible way I can think of Wells Fargo Arena ever expanding. Take a look at the far end of this picture, in the bar/restaurant area with the windows. From what I've heard (vaguely), there exists the possibility to ...
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 10:29 pm
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Wells Fargo Arena
Replies: 47
Views: 8894

I agree with CountMC, and have seen first hand (especially over the past few years) a lot of articles in the Register noting the good things that have been going on in Omaha. If a city does something good, it's going to get press in the region, and Omaha has done a lot of good recently. I don't know...
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 3:52 pm
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Something else for Des Moines and Omaha to compete over
Replies: 9
Views: 2147

You mean never? :wink:
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 2:33 pm
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Wells Fargo Arena
Replies: 47
Views: 8894

Also, I think a lot of Des Moines to Omaha comparisons IS due to the fact that with geographic location and somewhat comparitive economies (both white collar cities) pit our cities as automatic rivals. This is what I've been saying for years now. I've since learned that Omaha offers a lot of advanta...
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 2:25 pm
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Wells Fargo Arena
Replies: 47
Views: 8894

Maybe I'm reading into things differently than other people, but when I hear the word influence, I think of the sphere of influence that larger cities have over a region of smaller cities. Shopping, sports, culture, weekend trips, business, media, etc. I hate to deflate the Omaha sails, but Omaha do...
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 2:13 pm
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Something else for Des Moines and Omaha to compete over
Replies: 9
Views: 2147

After the Vortex Tower is built in downtown Waterloo.
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 11:36 am
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Wells Fargo Arena
Replies: 47
Views: 8894

^

I haven't given my official reply to this thread yet... :P
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 11:35 am
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Something else for Des Moines and Omaha to compete over
Replies: 9
Views: 2147

I don't know, DSM may have the China connections, but HDZ has the facility, the reputation, and possibly the money to do this...immedately. Novak, I wasn't able to go to the arena opening, I guess Gordy Howe's appearance wasn't enough to move me. There are a few photos of the new Wells Fargo Arena i...
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 11:26 am
Forum: Photography and Videos
Topic: Night DT skyline
Replies: 8
Views: 1647

That's good stuff right there, thanks for sharing.

I really like that last one, combining the skyline with the lighting on the Qwest Center. Imagine seeing the pedestrian bridge lit like that one of these days as well!
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 9:15 am
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Something else for Des Moines and Omaha to compete over
Replies: 9
Views: 2147

Something else for Des Moines and Omaha to compete over

Des Moines zoo officials, and ex-Iowa governor, and Asian Alliance of Iowa have begun the attempt to "lease" pandas from China as well. HD Zoo is further along in the process, is obviously a much better zoo, and probably has a better facility to house pandas, so this may be a long shot for...
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 9:08 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Riverfront Place (721 Riverfront Drive)
Replies: 1028
Views: 227153

I haven't seen the construction site, but was there a large pile driver on site, or major excavation a few levels below ground going on? Tell tale signs of something tall(er).
by DMRyan
Thu Jul 14, 2005 9:04 am
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Work Begins at Crossroads
Replies: 158
Views: 26406

Just for the record, I never said it was anywhere near $700,000. :o
by DMRyan
Wed Jul 13, 2005 11:00 pm
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Wells Fargo Arena
Replies: 47
Views: 8894

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by DMRyan
Tue Jul 12, 2005 9:30 am
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Wells Fargo Arena
Replies: 47
Views: 8894

We've been discussing the negative press about the Iowa Events Center on the Des Moines site recentely. The DSM Register went out of their way to conjure up negative images of apathy for the new arena, to interviewing people who think it'll fail and become a boondoggle. Sound familiar Omaha? I recal...
by DMRyan
Sun Jul 10, 2005 10:26 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Omaha's new wave of development..Post $2 Billion for DT..
Replies: 11
Views: 1212

That article was well worth a read. Refresh my memory of what this Jeff Beals guy does for Omaha development? He seems to be one of the foremost and most vocal proponents on Omaha development.
by DMRyan
Wed Jul 06, 2005 8:17 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: North Downtown is NoDuh
Replies: 117
Views: 20527

:shock:

Jesus Christ. I have no idea what you guys are even talking about anymore.

And I thought only DTO Luv could tie the words 'fetus' and 'downtown Omaha' together.
by DMRyan
Tue Jul 05, 2005 11:05 pm
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: A new residental development in Omaha
Replies: 37
Views: 7721

I thought one of the coolest features of the Triton homes was the 10-12 vaulted ceilings on the top level. Look at the way the roof is pitched, that equals a lot ceiling space for the upstairs bedrooms. I can testify that these homes aren't built the best and they may not be perfect from the outside...
by DMRyan
Wed Jun 29, 2005 12:49 pm
Forum: Rumors
Topic: Une nouvelle ville-soeur pour l'Omaha?
Replies: 15
Views: 2502

It doesn't matter. If Ford ain't built it, it ain't worth driving. If you can't kill it with your bare hands, it ain't worth eatin', and if you can't pernounce one of them ol' girly french sounding drink names, it ain't worth drinking. Now if you'll excuse me, I've got me some deer and trout to gut ...
by DMRyan
Tue Jun 28, 2005 2:31 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Some offbeat "news" from North Platte
Replies: 3
Views: 1059

Haha. What does that joke and these photos have in common? http://edition.cnn.com/US/9708/11/edsel.anniversary/edsel.large.jpg http://adorocinema.cidadeinternet.com.br/filmes/waterworld/waterworld-poster02.jpg http://www.lvrj.com/lvrj_home/2000/Jul-13-Thu-2000/photos/xfl.jpg http://www.cnn.com/inter...
by DMRyan
Tue Jun 28, 2005 2:05 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Omaha Eppley passenger numbers runnin' RED HOT..
Replies: 27
Views: 2567

We've been through this a million times before. All I will say is when it keeps on coming up with numerous Omaha people that are concerned that Eppley doesn't have international in its name, that it must be one of those chamber of commerce issues that bug certain people. We can debate the merits of ...
by DMRyan
Tue Jun 28, 2005 1:38 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Omaha Eppley passenger numbers runnin' RED HOT..
Replies: 27
Views: 2567

Right, so in this instance both OMA and DSM are designated as international airports because they both have customs facilities.
by DMRyan
Tue Jun 28, 2005 12:49 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Omaha Eppley passenger numbers runnin' RED HOT..
Replies: 27
Views: 2567

Omaha does have a customs office at Eppley.
by DMRyan
Mon Jun 27, 2005 10:44 am
Forum: Business
Topic: First Data lands pact
Replies: 12
Views: 2077

Citibank acquired Sears Credit about a year ago.