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by Jason4225
Thu Mar 14, 2024 3:32 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Ooh De Lally (Dundee)
Replies: 2
Views: 547

Re: Ooh De Lally (Dundee)

We went last night. It was very busy when we got there at 6:15 and we stayed quite a while. We had apps, drinks, an entree, and dessert. The food was amazing and the vibe was great. The cocktails could use a little work, but that was the only miss in my opinion. If they keep up with the quality food...
by Jason4225
Sat Jul 15, 2023 10:50 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: The Astro Theater (La Vista)
Replies: 26
Views: 2702

Re: The Astro Theater (La Vista)

almighty_tuna wrote: Sat Jul 15, 2023 11:06 am Here Come the Mummies will be a great show! They always deliver a stellar performance.
We picked up free tickets from Homers. I’ve seen them twice in Missouri and they are always amazing.
by Jason4225
Sun Feb 14, 2021 7:00 am
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Benson
Replies: 458
Views: 105731

Re: Benson

As I live a few blocks away from this area and I walk by this building often, it’s great to see these bays redeveloped. I am not too hopeful, but it would be nice to see a unique look to the front of the building since it’s on the strip.
by Jason4225
Wed Apr 08, 2020 11:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What's Everyone's Work Status?
Replies: 32
Views: 3484

Re: What's Everyone's Work Status?

I work over at MidAmerican Energy in CB. They split our workforce into two groups. Four 10 hour days per week, with people called in only for emergencies on the weekends. Second crew comes in the next week, so you get 10 days off. Basically a skeleton crew to get by and avoid cross-contamination. Th...
by Jason4225
Tue Dec 31, 2019 10:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Giles road
Replies: 14
Views: 1605

Giles road

We are having a debate on the pronunciation of Giles road. Is it with a G or a J? Does anyone know the origin of Giles road? What it is named after? Thanks for the help.
by Jason4225
Thu Nov 03, 2016 9:18 pm
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Manawa Power Center
Replies: 28
Views: 7859

Re: Manawa Power Center

I heard that Harbor Freight tools will be taking over the Best Buy location.
by Jason4225
Tue Sep 06, 2016 9:17 pm
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Miracle Hills Plaza (NW Corner 114 & Dodge)
Replies: 17
Views: 4869

Re: Miracle Hills Plaza (NW Corner 114 & Dodge)

I talked to employees of one of the business that used to be located there a while back and they said the owner of the property lived in New York and didn't care about the businesses vacating. Despite the loss of traffic due to the expressway, it is still a highly trafficked area. All of the other c...
by Jason4225
Thu Jul 28, 2016 9:18 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Local Breweries
Replies: 446
Views: 48073

Re: Local Breweries

Speaking of Lucky Bucket, either my tastes have changed, I had a bad batch in the past, or the recipe has changed, but Lucky Bucket's Certified Evil is a great beer. I tried it again a month or so ago and it was fantastic, now its my go-to beer. I really like Certified Evil too. Now. I used to not ...
by Jason4225
Thu Jul 28, 2016 8:21 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Douglas County Fair
Replies: 71
Views: 9628

Re: Douglas County Fair

While reading the article in the OWH I was thinking, why couldn't this move down to the riverfront? Build a permanent building if they wanted to, put a ferris wheel up, have a beer garden, concerts. You could draw people from Council Bluffs and it would give the fair a lot better exposure.
by Jason4225
Mon May 16, 2016 6:39 am
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Fort Calhoun Power plant
Replies: 45
Views: 6228

Re: Fort Calhoun Power plant

Fort Calhoun has obviously had it's problems over the years. Unfortunately for the employees and for Blair, it is just not cost effective to keep it operational. It costs OPPD around $50-$70 per megawatt hour to run Fort Calhoun while coal plants are typically $17/MWh and with the tax subsidies wind...
by Jason4225
Fri Feb 12, 2016 1:58 pm
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Midlands Place (84th & Hwy 370 - Southeast Corner)
Replies: 48
Views: 8645

Re: Midlands Place (84th & Hwy 370 - Southeast Corner)

I have eaten there twice now, once with the kids and once without. The kids liked their food for the most part. They thought the kids menu sushi was a bit bland. There are some excellent rolls and some are mediocre. On par with many other area sushi places, but it did nothing to stand out. The secon...
by Jason4225
Tue Nov 10, 2015 9:36 pm
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Central library at Do Space (72 & Dodge)
Replies: 334
Views: 60908

Re: Do Space (former 72nd St. Borders Store)

I took my kids there on Saturday and I was impressed with the space. MCC had a lot of demos set up on the second floor that were interesting. My 11 year old son was very excited about the 3d printing lab and the teen space that had PS4 and Xbox One available to play on 4 screens. He said it was a pl...
by Jason4225
Mon Nov 09, 2015 6:42 pm
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Metro Area Bicycle Discussion
Replies: 220
Views: 43161

Re: Metro Area Bicycle Discussion

They started work on the Keystone/Field Club connector this past summer. They were hoping for a December opening, but it looks more like it will follow the original timeline and they will be finished in February of next year. You can check out http://omahabikes.org/category/trails/ for updates.
by Jason4225
Mon Mar 16, 2015 9:18 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Millard Roadhouse
Replies: 16
Views: 1917

Re: Millard Roadhouse

They have chicken fried chicken? This finally gives me a reason to stop here. You can find chicken fried steak anywere, but chicken fried chicken seems to be difficult to find. I know that Jack and Mary's is one other place in the metro that has it.
by Jason4225
Sat Feb 07, 2015 2:17 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Replies: 1303
Views: 188210

Re: Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

I walked by last week after taking the kids through the Garden of the Senses area and was really impressed with the amount of construction they have done so far. It will be great to be able to tour the buildings before the exhibit opens.
by Jason4225
Thu Jan 22, 2015 12:40 pm
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Omaha B-Cycle (Bike Share Program)
Replies: 164
Views: 40693

Re: Omaha B-Cycle (Bike Share Program)

Does it have several spots, but only one bike?  Like they could easily move a couple bikes there if the demand is there? There are several spots there. At the time there was only one bike. I'm heading down that way again this weekend, I'll see if anything has changed. I wouldn't guess there would b...
by Jason4225
Tue Dec 09, 2014 1:16 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Omaha Bicycle Co. (Benson)
Replies: 10
Views: 2794

Re: Omaha Bicycle Co. (Benson)

Sarah has been a great advocate for the cycling community, both at Greenstreet and now as owner of Omaha Bicycle Co. I stopped in there for the Cranksgiving event a few weeks ago. It is a great place to hang out, between the conversations, the coffee, and the board games.
by Jason4225
Wed Dec 03, 2014 1:29 am
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Omaha B-Cycle (Bike Share Program)
Replies: 164
Views: 40693

Re: Omaha B-Cycle (Bike Share Program)

I ride by the B-Cycle location near the Ameristar parking garage often and noticed they only have 1 bike there. I wonder if it's just due to the fact that it is new or do they not expect much usage here?
by Jason4225
Fri Nov 28, 2014 10:47 pm
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Metro Area Bicycle Discussion
Replies: 220
Views: 43161

Re: Metro Area Bicycle Discussion

Phase two of the Keystone/Field Club connector is in the next agenda. This is good news. This portion of the project has been held up for a while now and is long overdue. The sharrows and bike lanes downtown are great, but the dedicated bike trails need to be completed to allow the safest routes th...
by Jason4225
Wed Nov 26, 2014 9:11 pm
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Westroads Development
Replies: 966
Views: 130235

Re: Westroads Development

We had a Bishop's in the mall in Sioux City. I always had their ham and developed a life long desire for their french silk pie. Obviously I wasn't alone in that.
by Jason4225
Thu Nov 13, 2014 1:24 am
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: HyVee (90th and Center)
Replies: 53
Views: 10026

Re: HyVee (90th and Center)

I agree that I didn't like the look of the floor when it was completed. I have gotten used to it, but it would have been nice to have something more upscale. Like native, this is my Hy-Vee. I am surprised that they didn't do a more extensive renovation, even within the current footprint. I happened ...
by Jason4225
Fri Oct 17, 2014 7:16 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Food Trucks
Replies: 126
Views: 13715

Re: Food Trucks

I saw on their FB page that A Taste of New Orleans will be back at Canfield's at least one day a week soon. I'll keep my eyes peeled. If anyone else happens to see the truck, let me know. I've always wanted to try it, so I can't wait until they get back.
by Jason4225
Sun Sep 07, 2014 4:56 pm
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Old River Pizza Company
Replies: 13
Views: 3075

Re: Old River Pizza Company

That is too bad. I used to go there for lunch. I thought they had good calzones and always enjoyed their service.
by Jason4225
Sun Aug 31, 2014 2:32 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: La Festa Italiana
Replies: 52
Views: 8815

Re: La Festa Italiana

I took the kids and had a great time. They could improve the children's activites a bit. Something to keep them busy until the entertainment begins. We got there at 4:30 so parking was not an issue. I thought they dealt with the mud as well as they could on such short notice. There were definitely s...
by Jason4225
Tue Aug 26, 2014 3:23 pm
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Loveland Centre (90th and Center)
Replies: 395
Views: 80739

Re: 90th and Center Discussion

I am very excited for this. I live just between this location and 1/2 Price Books and make a trip there around once per week. This development has been dragging for so long it is nice to finally see some sort of progress.
by Jason4225
Tue Jul 22, 2014 10:54 am
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Shirley's Diner
Replies: 20
Views: 3244

Re: Shirley's Diner

I just went there for the first time a few weeks ago. Parents were coming through town and we stopped in for breakfast. I was impressed, very good diner food.
by Jason4225
Thu Jul 03, 2014 2:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where to watch College Home Run Derby Fireworks
Replies: 2
Views: 392

Where to watch College Home Run Derby Fireworks

Where is a good spot to watch the fireworks if we are not attending in the stadium?
by Jason4225
Thu Jul 03, 2014 2:24 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: B-17 Flying Fortress
Replies: 24
Views: 3222

Re: B-17 Flying Fortress

It was in Sioux City all week last week and flew to Mankato on Monday I believe. They had 7 open seats for free to Mankato, unfortunately I had to work.
by Jason4225
Thu Jun 19, 2014 7:47 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Official: The Multi Billion Dollar Omaha Utility Project
Replies: 79
Views: 14916

Re: Official: The Multi Billion Dollar Omaha Utility Project

While the amount has been brought up in the past, people will not be happy being reminded it will raise their bills so much. It is similar to what we are doing with much of our infrastructure, not planning ahead and kicking the can down the road until it's too late and there is no money for it. Then...
by Jason4225
Mon May 12, 2014 9:14 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Smallcakes coming to Papillion
Replies: 10
Views: 716

Re: Smallcakes coming to Papillion

I drove by there the other day and couldn't believe there is another cupcake place opening.
by Jason4225
Wed Apr 30, 2014 5:31 pm
Forum: Business
Topic: MidAmerican Energy Holdings takes Berkshire name
Replies: 1
Views: 406

MidAmerican Energy Holdings takes Berkshire name

Looks like MidAmerican Energy Holdings Company will be rebranded as Berkshire Hathaway Energy. The locally managed businesses will continue to operate under the current names. For example Des Moines based MidAmerican Energy will stay the same. We were surprised to receive the memo this morning, as w...
by Jason4225
Wed Apr 16, 2014 9:32 am
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Loveland Centre (90th and Center)
Replies: 395
Views: 80739

Re: 90th and Center Discussion

Even though this project has progressed very slowly, it's nice to see that it is moving forward. On a side note, I'm surprised they have not renovated the Hy-Vee across the street with all of the other Hy-Vee improvements in the metro over the last 10 years.
by Jason4225
Mon Mar 31, 2014 8:21 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Brix Wine and Spirits (CLOSING)
Replies: 113
Views: 17767

Re: Brix Wine and Spirits (VP)

I used to live in Sioux City and El Fredo's pizza is one of top pizzas in the city. They have a party room in the back where I saw J. Medicine Hat a few times. I'd definitely recommend it.
by Jason4225
Sat Feb 01, 2014 1:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why is Nebraska so boring?
Replies: 17
Views: 2992

Re: Why is Nebraska so boring?

I agree that the drive across Nebraska along I-80 is very boring. This is true about many states in respect to their interstate route. Like people stated above, there is a reason the engineers chose the location. Personally, I belive that driving across South Dakota along I-90 is horribly boring. At...
by Jason4225
Tue Jan 28, 2014 10:09 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: Creighton Basketball 2013-2014
Replies: 866
Views: 39642

Re: Creighton Basketball 2013-2014

Wow. Didn't expect that much excitement tonight. Great shot by McDermott.
by Jason4225
Wed Jan 22, 2014 9:47 pm
Forum: Transportation
Topic: $700 million I-80/29 reconstruction project
Replies: 298
Views: 98938

Re: $700 million I-80/29 reconstruction project

I'm glad to hear they are trying to speed this project up. It may be a little overkill, but an upgrade is severely needed. I drive this stretch anywhere from 2-4 times per day. I have been surprised on the amount of work they have done over the winter. It will be interesting to see how traffic flow ...
by Jason4225
Sat Jan 04, 2014 6:41 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Flatiron Building Renovaton
Replies: 74
Views: 9884

Re: Flatrion Building Renovaton

Great to see work done on this distinctive Omaha building.
by Jason4225
Sat Dec 28, 2013 7:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Modifications to eOmahaForums
Replies: 910
Views: 169896

Re: Modifications to eOmahaForums

I'm very impressed with the new look. Great work from everyone involved. I felt like I was in the dark with the site down, but the wait was well worth it. Thanks.
by Jason4225
Tue Nov 12, 2013 3:27 am
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Loveland Centre (90th and Center)
Replies: 395
Views: 80739

I live less than five minutes away, and would kill to have a good breakfast place go in here.  And a pizzeria. I have heard absolutely no rumors about businesses going in here. I agree completely. I live very close to here also. It would be nice to have a local breakfast place go in here. I'm wonde...
by Jason4225
Thu Oct 10, 2013 10:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Local Gas Prices
Replies: 867
Views: 107540

I finally made the switch to ethanol due to the large price difference of 30 cents per gallon. I used to run regular and, similar to native, got about 3 mpg better. It made sense when it was only .07-.10 more expensive, but not with the current prices. I don't like being forced to use ethanol, but t...