Is rural Nebraska racist America across small towns
The article recounts harassment faced by Nigba Jones founder of the Midland Group Home in Wahoo Nebraska including slurs, threats, and vandalism since 1994. It contrasts hostile attitudes with welcoming experiences from diverse Nebraskans and notes growing minority presence in towns like Crete Norfolk Lexington Conad amid overall white dominance and anticipated demographic shifts by 2050.
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Jones
Wahoo
Omaha
Nebraska
Racisar
Lonnie Michael
Lincoln
Michael
Bob Kerrey
John Allen
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Allen
Norfolk
Lexington
Conad
U.S
Ceisus Bureau
New State prison may fuel racial tension in town
Lincoln and Omaha leaders warn a new state prison in a small community could heighten racial issues as inmates of color move into rural Nebraska. State Sen. Ernie Chambers cites risk of harassment and calls for staff training while community groups vie for the 420 jobs and economic boost, with diverse voices urging proactive sensitivity and preparation.
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New State Prison
Lincoln
Ner
Ernie Chambers
Omaha
Nebraska
Chambers
Nate
Jim Somers
Southeast
Somers
Rick Wallace
Hastings
Wallace
Jose Soto
Southeast Community College
Soto
Summer workshops and events at museums and centers
Listings from the Natural History Museum and affiliated venues show a series of summer workshops and events. Activities include Aquatic Biology for ages 8-9 and 10-12 with multiple sessions in July and August, Computer workshop Set Up a Web Server at the Computer Services Facility, Native American Games at the Museum of Anthropology, Visual Merchandising displays in Lawrence, and Tea Leaves to Tarot programs for youths 11-16 plus a formal degree award date for May 1998. Call numbers and preregistration details are provided for each item.
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Alo
Academe Computing
Succes
Aim Museum of Anthropology
Museum of Anthropology
Kerrey Seeks New Home In Omaha As He Downs Size
U S Senator Bob Kerrey plans to move from his central Omaha five bedroom house by September first. With his son finishing college and his daughter in a later year, he seeks a smaller residence while remaining in Omaha. Architect Paul Jeffrey will become the new owner after an 1987 addition.
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Omaha
Nes
U.S
Bob Kerrey
Kerrey
Paul Jeffrey
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Hitercat
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