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by gisbuxfan
Sun Dec 20, 2009 1:37 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Grand Island Building projects
Replies: 6
Views: 2045

The location at 1108 Allen, I believe that just went up is a Verizon store. I couldn't believe it since there are so many other places to buy phones in that immediate area. Oh well, I am still keeping my fingers crossed for BW3.

At least the new Taco Johns will be going up soon!
by gisbuxfan
Thu Oct 22, 2009 9:57 am
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Nebraska in Visa Commercial
Replies: 4
Views: 2169

speaking of Nebraska in commercials...did you see Carhenge's debut in the new Garmin commercial?

by gisbuxfan
Mon Oct 19, 2009 7:16 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Grand Island Rumor Mill
Replies: 738
Views: 158589

So, I am really excited about this. I heard a while back ago from some pretty reputable sources that Buffalo Wild Wings was coming to town. Well, today I saw that ground was being moved just south of Exchange Bank on US HWY 281 which is right where my source said it would be. Looks like it may be he...
by gisbuxfan
Thu Aug 20, 2009 10:03 pm
Forum: Rumors
Topic: Omaha's Finest Restaurant
Replies: 29
Views: 4837

I can't believe Lo Sole Mio isn't on this list!
by gisbuxfan
Thu Aug 20, 2009 11:37 am
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Eppley passengers numbers
Replies: 391
Views: 74221

Now that they lost Allegiant, I don't think they have any full size planes flying in/out of there anymore. Allegiant is doing well in Grand Island. In fact the airport just recorded its 10,000th passenger just last week. I am waiting for the airport board to release their August meeting notes, here...
by gisbuxfan
Tue Aug 18, 2009 12:30 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: The Great Platte River Road Archway
Replies: 64
Views: 14337

Happy 10th Anniversary Archway! I am pretty impressed its lasted this long.
by gisbuxfan
Mon Aug 17, 2009 10:33 pm
Forum: Business
Topic: Starbucks Openings all over the metro
Replies: 101
Views: 19911

I can't wait for Pumpkin Spice! It's my favorite time of year!   I agree Speaking of Closings/openings... Apparently the Scooters that took over the AK village Starbucks is doing GREAT! I should hope so.  It's my personal stimulus plan to keep Scooters, Crane, and Juice Stop in the black. Speaking ...
by gisbuxfan
Mon Aug 17, 2009 10:32 pm
Forum: Business
Topic: Starbucks Openings all over the metro
Replies: 101
Views: 19911

Good for Scooters actually doing well in Aksarben. I still don't like there coffee.
by gisbuxfan
Mon Aug 03, 2009 8:20 pm
Forum: Business
Topic: Starbucks Openings all over the metro
Replies: 101
Views: 19911

I am happy to update that it looks like Starbucks has survived the "recession" not without some losses though. Earnings are better then expected as of Q3. It will be interesting to see what happens this holiday season. Starbucks has been renowned for really building up the retail side of b...
by gisbuxfan
Sat Jul 25, 2009 12:41 am
Forum: Statistics
Topic: Best Cities to Start Over
Replies: 7
Views: 2001

that is a pretty awful picture!
by gisbuxfan
Sat Jul 18, 2009 11:37 am
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Allegiant Air drops Lincoln for new GI route
Replies: 17
Views: 5098

Two weeks ago the GI airport is in negotiations with Allegient Air about providing flights to the Phoenix area and possibly to Florida. According to their last board meeting, Allegient is averaging 88% full flights and are ready to expand. Overall passenger numbers are up over 150% for the year. Thi...
by gisbuxfan
Sat Jul 18, 2009 11:23 am
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Grand Island Rumor Mill
Replies: 738
Views: 158589

Qdoba is going up fast, all the signs are up and sounds like they are about finished with hiring their staff. Definitely looking forward to a new place to eat in GI. Only 30 more to go before we're ready for the State Fair. :)
by gisbuxfan
Tue Jun 09, 2009 5:32 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Grand Island Rumor Mill
Replies: 738
Views: 158589

While talking to a friend on Sunday, found out that Qdoba is opening a location in Grand Island soon. It will be next to Whiskey Creek.
by gisbuxfan
Mon Jun 08, 2009 7:44 pm
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Menards Subdivision (NWC 204th & West Dodge)
Replies: 134
Views: 16368

Thunder Alley comes to abrupt end http://www.omaha.com/article/20090609/NEWS01/306099943/0/FRONTPAGE Fans of Thunder Alley, the mammoth bowling and entertainment center in the Elkhorn area, were served a gutter ball Monday as the business abruptly closed its doors less than two years after its ball...
by gisbuxfan
Thu May 07, 2009 8:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Nebraska License Plates
Replies: 509
Views: 58169

Yes, they are all not so great. However, I voted #1. Why? Here is what 3 years of a Graphic Design degree got me... Number 1 has the best complete design. It was well thought out from a design perspective, I don't like the bird and flower, but for these options, it was the only decent choice. Number...
by gisbuxfan
Sun Apr 26, 2009 6:08 pm
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Leytham, A New Traditional Neighborhood
Replies: 369
Views: 85913

You'll have to excuse my ignorance from the rest of this post, I hadn't been following it, but I just got back from Omaha this weekend moving my folks out to the 156th & State area. I asked about the big house on the hill and my dad told me it was a part of the Leytham development. The house its...
by gisbuxfan
Thu Apr 02, 2009 8:29 am
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Micropolitan estimates 2008
Replies: 3
Views: 1333

I agree and disagree at the same time. In fact as far as shrinkage goes, Hastings is one of them. This is surprising considering its a college town and normally, those grow. As far as Grand Island, its had some rough years. While for so long this has been a "blue collar hub" with factories...
by gisbuxfan
Wed Mar 25, 2009 8:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: eOmaha Demographics
Replies: 53
Views: 5399

My name is Nick. Originally from Omaha, born and raised. Graduated from Omaha Burke in 1998. I am 29 years old, very happily married to an amazing woman. We left Omaha two years ago and now reside in Grand Island. I am a local coffee guru (used to manage Starbucks) but now I am an Associate Pastor. ...
by gisbuxfan
Sat Mar 21, 2009 11:34 am
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Micropolitan estimates 2008
Replies: 3
Views: 1333

Never say never

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by gisbuxfan
Sat Feb 21, 2009 7:51 pm
Forum: Business
Topic: Another Closing-Chili's (131st and Maple )
Replies: 27
Views: 3960

either way...you had me at "chicken fried"
by gisbuxfan
Fri Feb 13, 2009 7:36 am
Forum: Business
Topic: Another Closing-Chili's (131st and Maple )
Replies: 27
Views: 3960

SabrinaFaire wrote:NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My sentiments exactly. They had my favorite Chicken Fried Steak. Oh, how I will miss it. That was my favorite stop everytime I came to town.  Rest in Peace Chili's.
by gisbuxfan
Fri Feb 06, 2009 12:48 pm
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Grand Island restaurant suggestions?
Replies: 8
Views: 1725

There are few restaurant options out in Grand Island:

Ruby Tuesday
Carlos O Kelly's
Applebees
Chicken Coop
Johnny Casinos
Hy Vee (in store restaurant)
Pizza Hut
Godfathers
Perkins

Hope that helps!
by gisbuxfan
Fri Jan 30, 2009 1:23 pm
Forum: Welcome to Omaha
Topic: Churches in Omaha
Replies: 17
Views: 3552

From my experience the "contemporary" service is nearly out of date. Here's what I have found as far as descriptions of services: Traditional Service - Heavy on the liturgy, use of hymnals, a little more somber atmosphere Contemporary Service - Singing produced songs, use of full band (inc...
by gisbuxfan
Thu Jan 29, 2009 9:32 pm
Forum: Welcome to Omaha
Topic: Churches in Omaha
Replies: 17
Views: 3552

I suppose its safe to say that if there are only a handful of church-goers on here, than I am probably the only pastor on here. Welcome to Omaha!
by gisbuxfan
Sat Jan 10, 2009 11:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OWH changing there daily coverage area
Replies: 11
Views: 1216

I gave up reading the daily delivered newspaper. My wife still reads it, but by the time she's flipped through the front section I have seen the majority of the news I want to see via cnn.com, msnbc.com, drudgereport.com, and for the local stuff Omaha.com. I will say this, I do enjoy the crossroad p...
by gisbuxfan
Sat Jan 10, 2009 10:56 am
Forum: Business
Topic: Cost Plus World Markets closing three Omaha stores
Replies: 28
Views: 6246

That's two very prominent spaces at VP that are empty now. I am hoping that Barnes and Noble catch on to the amazing location that are available in VP. Perfect location, automatic traffic. Plus, it's books! Yeah, two large and empty buildings for VP is not good. I think traffic is still really good...
by gisbuxfan
Thu Jan 08, 2009 9:48 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Grand Island Rumor Mill
Replies: 738
Views: 158589

I've known about the Walgreens site for a little while, but didnt say anything yet, because there might be more to the story. I've heard the version you gave, plus another that they'll be closing the 2nd & Broadwell store and adding another down on South Locust.  Don't have any verification eit...
by gisbuxfan
Thu Jan 08, 2009 9:41 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Allegiant Air drops Lincoln for new GI route
Replies: 17
Views: 5098

I've been able to speak to a number of people now who have taken advantage of the GI to LV trip. All of them have said, the flights are full and they are good! That's great news! The news today is that daily flights will be resuming as of Feb. 1st. They have had success bringing in the leisure passe...
by gisbuxfan
Sun Nov 30, 2008 5:02 pm
Forum: Business
Topic: Smart car likely Omaha-bound
Replies: 28
Views: 5905

Happy belated Thanksgiving everyone! While I was in Omaha this weekend along Dodge St, I saw three Smart Cars. One outside the Starbucks in Pepperwood Village at 156th and Dodge, one on the go on Dodge St, then I saw that Cox Communications at 116th and Dodge also has a company car in their lot. I a...
by gisbuxfan
Sat Nov 01, 2008 10:23 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Big Fred's (117th and Pacific)
Replies: 96
Views: 11995

digitalones...I believe the ownership of Big Fred's had already been established. I worked there for 3 years during high school. If there is one thing I learned about that family is this, Big Fred's will never leave there hands!
by gisbuxfan
Thu Oct 23, 2008 5:12 pm
Forum: Business
Topic: Starbucks Openings all over the metro
Replies: 101
Views: 19911

The Places he writes about include Starbucks, UPS, Whole Foods, An Apple Store, Enterprise Rental Car, and The Gap. Just from the places you mentioned I have worked for a few of them. I could probably relate to this guy. Thanks for the reccomendation! Another thought about all the Sbux closings. Al...
by gisbuxfan
Sat Oct 18, 2008 7:07 pm
Forum: Business
Topic: Starbucks Openings all over the metro
Replies: 101
Views: 19911

I would say its much better than fast food, I've worked fast food and I wouldn't wish that on anyone. As far as Starbucks, all stores are corporate. Well, unless there's a kiosk in a Target or Hy Vee or someplace like that, those are franchised by their "hosts". The coffee business allows ...
by gisbuxfan
Sat Oct 18, 2008 10:31 am
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Grand Island Rumor Mill
Replies: 738
Views: 158589

New State Fair facility plans unveiled http://www.theindependent.com/news/x635401850/New-State-Fair-facility-plans-unveiled While the design will make the Nebraska State Fair and Fonner Park one of the top venues in the nation, State Fair board Chairman Jerry Fitzgerald said there's still "a l...
by gisbuxfan
Fri Oct 17, 2008 10:36 pm
Forum: Business
Topic: Starbucks Openings all over the metro
Replies: 101
Views: 19911

The sad part for the Starbucks employees (partners) in Kearney and Fremont, etc. is they can't just move to another store without moving their life to another city. So, in the case of Kearney, I kind of expected it of anyone who wanted to stay in the coffee business. Well, it was either Scooters or ...
by gisbuxfan
Thu Oct 16, 2008 9:09 am
Forum: Business
Topic: Starbucks Openings all over the metro
Replies: 101
Views: 19911

Definition of irony:

Kearney Starbucks closes, Scooters moves to town, Starbucks staff mostly all at Scooters now. What's the world coming to?
by gisbuxfan
Tue Oct 07, 2008 7:08 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Grand Island Rumor Mill
Replies: 738
Views: 158589

The issue with Hastings leaving the GI Mall, does that leave that space with any hope of rebuilding. I drive by it everyday and unless there is a serious facelift on it, I don't see any businesses being attracted to the area. Shopko brings in some traffic, but even their store is aging. They haven't...
by gisbuxfan
Mon Oct 06, 2008 4:42 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Grand Island Rumor Mill
Replies: 738
Views: 158589

Yes, Vlassy is opening a place up. I am good friends with him and his family. His food is amazing!! I am excited about. He plans on specializing on breakfast!
by gisbuxfan
Sun Oct 05, 2008 2:58 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Grand Island Rumor Mill
Replies: 738
Views: 158589

Big News for Grand Island! I was at Quizno's for lunch today and had the opportunity to talk to the owner. She told about all the work being done at 13th and Webb. Walgreen's will be opening up a second location in GI with an early 2009 opening. Also, the old Albertson's building will be bought out ...
by gisbuxfan
Sun Sep 28, 2008 5:33 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Grand Island Rumor Mill
Replies: 738
Views: 158589

Yeah, the project your speaking of is Manufacturing in nature. It is actually kind of old news for us. The last thing I heard was the original figures like # of jobs have been scaled back due to the state of the economy. Also, where the original unveiling was planned for this month, it has now been ...
by gisbuxfan
Sat Sep 20, 2008 1:37 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Grand Island Rumor Mill
Replies: 738
Views: 158589

Well the only thing we are hearing about in Grand Island these days are, there aren't enough hotels or restaraunts. This was actually pretty exciting news announced earlier this week. http://www.theindependent.com/news/x272613762/HHD-anticipation-of-State-Fair-lead-to-calls-for-increase-in-number-of...