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by Uffda
Wed Sep 27, 2023 8:52 pm
Forum: eOmahaForums Bar and Grill
Topic: How is This Democracy?
Replies: 52
Views: 6445

Re: How is This Democracy?

When someone is elected vis popular vote, it does not matter what state the voters live in. With the electoral college, people who live in highly populated states are the second class citizens. Their vote means less than someone voting in Wyoming, for example. Without the electoral college everyone...
by Uffda
Mon Sep 25, 2023 7:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RIP [Insert Dead Celebrity here] :(
Replies: 1231
Views: 184260

Re: RIP [Insert Dead Celebrity here] :(

I remember him first as Illya Kuryakin in ‘The Man from U.N.C.L.E.”

https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/25/entertai ... index.html


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by Uffda
Tue Sep 19, 2023 9:10 pm
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: New Tampa Bay Rays stadium in St Pete
Replies: 3
Views: 1190

New Tampa Bay Rays stadium in St Pete

Check out renderings of the Rays’ new stadium in St. Petersburg The Tropicana Field replacement is years away, but here’s an early look at the ballpark and surrounding Historic Gas Plant District. https://www.tampabay.com/news/st-petersburg/2023/09/19/renderings-tropicana-tampa-bay-rays-stadium-hin...
by Uffda
Mon Sep 11, 2023 11:37 am
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: How the next decade will shape Tampa’s skyline
Replies: 4
Views: 1152

How the next decade will shape Tampa’s skyline

While many other metro areas felt a dip during the pandemic, downtown Tampa is experiencing an explosion of growth. Economic development experts say it’s long overdue. At least 10 projects in the pipeline will stretch 27 stories or more, according to data collected by the Downtown Partnership. The p...
by Uffda
Sun Sep 10, 2023 11:33 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: Nebraska Football 2023
Replies: 517
Views: 199361

Re: Nebraska Football 2023

Nebraska is 38-57 since Pete Ricketts became governor. They were 81-12-1 with 3 NCs under Ben Nelson. Not a coincedence. On the bright side, next week's opponent Northern Illinois just lost to 1-AA Southern Illinois. So they'll prob be favored by 13.5 and still find a way to lose at home. And don’t...
by Uffda
Sat Sep 02, 2023 5:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RIP [Insert Dead Celebrity here] :(
Replies: 1231
Views: 184260

Re: RIP [Insert Dead Celebrity here] :(

Jimmy Buffett, ‘Margaritaville’ singer, dead at 76

https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/02/entertai ... index.html
by Uffda
Wed Aug 30, 2023 12:07 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: 2023 Weather Thread
Replies: 1364
Views: 274155

Re: 2023 Weather Thread

Tampa Bay Area Hurricane Defense System worked again. 😂 Hurricane Idelia stayed far enough off shore that the area received some wind and rain but plenty of storm surge. Coastal areas from St Pete north to Hudson had flooded beaches and streets. I live farther inland - blue dot on map - so mostly ju...
by Uffda
Wed Aug 30, 2023 9:52 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: Huskers in the NFL
Replies: 66
Views: 5734

Re: Huskers in the NFL

Louie wrote: Tue Aug 29, 2023 5:15 pm Trey Palmer is projected to start for Tampa.
Yep, currently listed as the number 3 receiver behind Mike Evans and Chris Godwin.
by Uffda
Wed Aug 30, 2023 9:13 am
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Countryside Village (87th and Pacific)
Replies: 224
Views: 60849

Re: Countryside Village (87th & Pacific)

I was at Countryside Village shopping with my wife and we were in Village Pomegranate and I noticed an open door with stairs going down. It just completely blew my mind that Country Side Village has a basement. lol There use to be a shoe repair business that was in a downstairs location. I remember...
by Uffda
Wed Aug 23, 2023 11:49 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: Huskers in the NFL
Replies: 66
Views: 5734

Re: Huskers in the NFL

Busguy2010 wrote: Tue Aug 22, 2023 3:57 pm Travis Vokolek had a preseason touchdown. Honestly he's one of the more underutilized players in the past 5-7 seasons.
Actually looks like he scored two TDs in that game.
by Uffda
Sun Aug 20, 2023 11:27 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: Huskers in the NFL
Replies: 66
Views: 5734

Re: Huskers in the NFL

Well Tre Palmer only had one thrown his way but it was for a TD (second TD) and highlight catch.
by Uffda
Sat Aug 12, 2023 1:01 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: Huskers in the NFL
Replies: 66
Views: 5734

Re: Huskers in the NFL

Also saw that Divine Ozigbo was the leading rusher with 38 yds for the Lions last night and A Martinez had 14 yds rushing and 37 passing plus running TD. I think Adrian just had a rushing TD, he didn't pass for one. This is significant, Huskers have almost no history in the NFL as Quarterbacks. May...
by Uffda
Sat Aug 12, 2023 9:40 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: Huskers in the NFL
Replies: 66
Views: 5734

Re: Huskers in the NFL

Also saw that Divine Ozigbo was the leading rusher with 38 yds for the Lions last night and A Martinez had 14 yds rushing and 37 passing plus TD throw.
by Uffda
Sat Aug 12, 2023 9:36 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: Huskers in the NFL
Replies: 66
Views: 5734

Re: Huskers in the NFL

Tre Palmer caught a TD for the buccaneers last night. He caught all 4 passes thrown his way

by Uffda
Fri Jul 28, 2023 6:33 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: Nebraska Football 2023
Replies: 517
Views: 199361

Re: Nebraska Football 2023

Coach Wager resigns. Stopped for DUI and a couple other things.
by Uffda
Wed Jul 26, 2023 10:40 am
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: Tampa airport considering new terminal to serve more travelers in the future
Replies: 0
Views: 1122

Tampa airport considering new terminal to serve more travelers in the future

Tampa International Airport officials unveiled the vision for the next two decades to support a growing number of travelers visiting each year. The master plan — a road map the airport is required to put together for the Federal Aviation Administration every 10 years — includes expanding the baggage...
by Uffda
Tue Jun 27, 2023 4:47 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: 2023 CWS
Replies: 137
Views: 6111

Re: 2023 CWS

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by Uffda
Fri Jun 23, 2023 5:58 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: Augustana University - Sioux Falls adding DI Hockey
Replies: 15
Views: 3026

Re: Augustana University - Sioux Falls adding DI Hockey

Augustana to open inaugural season at Wisconsin Badgers First games October 6th & 7th at Kohl Center in Madison The two-game set brings Augustana’s inaugural season to a schedule of 32 announced games. Following the opening weekend at Wisconsin, the Vikings make their debut in Sioux Falls, Sout...
by Uffda
Fri Jun 23, 2023 6:49 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: Creighton Women's Basketball
Replies: 69
Views: 5770

Re: Creighton Women's Basketball

Creighton Bluejays women's basketball team to play North Dakota State in Sanford Pentagon The Creighton Bluejays women’s basketball team will be coming to Sioux Falls on Nov. 6 to take on the North Dakota State Bison in a non-conference matchup at the Sanford Pentagon. https://www.argusleader.com/s...
by Uffda
Tue Jun 13, 2023 10:21 am
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Omaha Eppley Airfield
Replies: 3511
Views: 1551243

Re: Omaha Eppley Airfield

I am flying out of Hartford CT (BLD) today for the first time and its layout is similar to what I have seen posters wanting at Eppley. I was dropped off at the upper level and the airline checkin desks were right there. Then you walk down to a main center area where all the TSA gates are. Once thru ...
by Uffda
Mon Jun 12, 2023 9:15 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: 2023 CWS
Replies: 137
Views: 6111

Re: 2023 CWS

I have seen lots of post calling this the MCWS (Men’s College World Series) - is this new?
by Uffda
Sun Jun 04, 2023 10:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Good Dentist?
Replies: 8
Views: 1470

Re: Good Dentist?

I use to go to Horizon Dental at 120th and Center when I lived in Omaha. Although probably only saw the dentist for any work maybe 2 times in 15 yrs. Mostly saw with dental hygienist.
by Uffda
Sun Jun 04, 2023 9:35 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: Heat Purchases Controlling Interest In Sioux Falls Skyforce
Replies: 1
Views: 791

Re: Heat Purchases Controlling Interest In Sioux Falls Skyforce

Saw this article today - The Miami Heat have used the Sioux Falls Skyforce as a great training ground. Five of their current roster played with the Skyforce. How the Sioux Falls Skyforce makes an impact on the city, the Miami Heat and the NBA Finals The Heat’s playoff roster features seven undrafted...
by Uffda
Sun Jun 04, 2023 9:29 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: Nebraska Basketball 2023-2024
Replies: 877
Views: 381587

Re: Nebraska Basketball 2023-2024

Nebraska hoops returning to Sanford Pentagon for November date with Oregon State The Nebraska Cornhuskers are returning to the Sanford Pentagon in 2023 for a non-conference matchup with the Oregon State Beavers on Nov. 18. Saw that besides this game, the Sanford Pentagon is hosting 2 more games. Au...
by Uffda
Thu May 25, 2023 12:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Quick drive thru visit.
Replies: 2
Views: 800

Re: Quick drive thru visit.

I also took pacific out to 168th - what is the building with all the glass facing Pacific just passed 144th? I stopped to see some former coloration Apple and I think there is a restaurant going in where PierOne was. The building at 144th & Pacific is the Applied Underwriters HQ. Thanks. That a...
by Uffda
Wed May 24, 2023 7:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Quick drive thru visit.
Replies: 2
Views: 800

Quick drive thru visit.

I flew into and out of Eppley a week or so ago. Visited my old neighborhood 78& Sorensen and noticed that dirt was being move on the NE corner of Wenninghoff and Sorensen. I know when I lived over there a church and another residential were ‘announced’ but then Wenninghoff gardens kept farming i...
by Uffda
Wed May 24, 2023 7:19 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Local Breweries
Replies: 446
Views: 48037

Re: Local Breweries

I was told last night that infusion brewing is closing all but their southwest locations. I know of plans underway for someone to purchase the original Infusion location (Benson) and open a new brewery there. They have prior affiliation with Bill / Infusion. I will post additional info once receive...
by Uffda
Sun May 21, 2023 10:21 am
Forum: Elsewhere
Topic: TPA to open first-in-the-U.S. express curbsides
Replies: 4
Views: 1698

Re: TPA to open first-in-the-U.S. express curbsides

There is a short video of the proposed Terminal D in this tweet.

by Uffda
Fri May 19, 2023 4:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Local Gas Prices
Replies: 867
Views: 107504

Re: Local Gas Prices

Prices still holding in that $2.89 a gallon range in some places.. Knocking on wood I didn’t just jinx this :!: … Ciao..LiO…Peace I paid $2.89 at the Murphy Express @ 99th and Blair High Road yesterday morning on the way back to the airport . Got home and it looks like it is $3.27-3.41 around here....
by Uffda
Fri May 19, 2023 2:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RIP [Insert Dead Celebrity here] :(
Replies: 1231
Views: 184260

Re: RIP [Insert Dead Celebrity here] :(

Jim Brown All time great NFL running back - age 87
by Uffda
Thu May 18, 2023 1:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Local Gas Prices
Replies: 867
Views: 107504

Re: Local Gas Prices

Prices still holding in that $2.89 a gallon range in some places.. Knocking on wood I didn’t just jinx this :!: … Ciao..LiO…Peace I paid $2.89 at the Murphy Express @ 99th and Blair High Road yesterday morning on the way back to the airport . Got home and it looks like it is $3.27-3.41 around here....
by Uffda
Wed May 17, 2023 12:24 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Local Breweries
Replies: 446
Views: 48037

Re: Local Breweries

I was told last night that infusion brewing is closing all but their southwest locations. Don't they only have two locations? When I left 4 yrs ago they had one in Benson and one in SW Omaha. I have seen posts about this one - Infusion Brewing Company - Little Bohemia. I was also told there will be...
by Uffda
Wed May 17, 2023 9:55 am
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Local Breweries
Replies: 446
Views: 48037

Re: Local Breweries

I was told last night that infusion brewing is closing all but their southwest locations.
by Uffda
Wed May 17, 2023 9:34 am
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Omaha Eppley Airfield
Replies: 3511
Views: 1551243

Re: Omaha Eppley Airfield

I flew in last Thursday and happened to have a window seat. Looking out at the airport, I thought it looked nice and modern —- then I realized that was the garage addition. 😂

I like the rental car area that is a huge improvement over the off site. Reminds of TPA’s new rental car area.
by Uffda
Tue May 16, 2023 10:11 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: Nebraska Softball
Replies: 23
Views: 1400

Re: Nebraska Softball

2023 Season


Huskers Selected for Stillwater Regional


The Nebraska softball team (34-20) has been selected for the NCAA Regional in Stillwater, Okla., and will play Wichita State (43-10) on Friday, May 19, at 6 p.m. (CT) on ESPNU
by Uffda
Tue May 16, 2023 10:03 pm
Forum: Suburban Omaha Development
Topic: Taco Johns in Gretna?
Replies: 17
Views: 3470

Re: Taco Johns in Gretna?

Taco Bell is fighting to cancel the ‘Taco Tuesday’ trademark

The “Taco Tuesday” trademark has been owned by Taco John’s for 34 yrs.

https://www.cnn.com/2023/05/16/business ... index.html
by Uffda
Wed May 10, 2023 10:14 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: Nebraska Football 2021-
Replies: 105
Views: 5701

Re: Nebraska Football 2021-

Both the younger Farniok and McCaffrey have entered the transfer portal. Greg Team Captain Kade Warner also Saw this in the Tampa bay paper Bucs receiver Kade Warner is Kurt’s son but his own man https://www.tampabay.com/sports/bucs/2023/05/10/kade-warner-bucs-rookie-receiver-kurt-warner/?utm_conte...
by Uffda
Sun May 07, 2023 10:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Local Gas Prices
Replies: 867
Views: 107504

Re: Local Gas Prices

Omaha Cowboy wrote: Sat May 06, 2023 9:24 pm I paid $2.89 a gallon today at the Amoco- 120th and Pacific..

I wanted to fill up now, before the inevitable price hike to $3.39-$3.49 a gallon. Need to stay ahead of the pattern…

Ciao..LiO…Peace
Must be nice — currently we are $3.40-$3.60. Heck Costco is showing $3.36.
by Uffda
Sun May 07, 2023 10:44 am
Forum: Sports
Topic: Huskers in the NFL
Replies: 66
Views: 5734

Re: NFL Huskers

Will There Be Another Former Husker Playing QB in the Pros? Adrian Martinez looks to join the list Barring an injury, former Nebraska and Kansas State QB Adrian Martinez will be the starting quarterback next month for the New Jersey Generals of the USFL. When he takes the field Saturday, April 15, ...
by Uffda
Fri May 05, 2023 5:26 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: Nebraska Basketball 2023-2024
Replies: 877
Views: 381587

Re: Nebraska Basketball 2023-2024

Nebraska hoops returning to Sanford Pentagon for November date with Oregon State

The Nebraska Cornhuskers are returning to the Sanford Pentagon in 2023 for a non-conference matchup with the Oregon State Beavers on Nov. 18.