KGO R-town: Recent Episodes
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Putting the spotlight on non-profit community events and organizations in Omaha and the surrounding communities.
The Wellbeing Partners, along with the Douglas, Sarpy/Cass, and Pottawattamie county health departments, and MAPA and UNMC, is working to reduce the stigma of mental health conditions. One way is through featuring people’s pets in a campaign called “Spokesimals" and another campaign called "What Makes Us”. Here we talk with Director of Community, Innovation & Advocacy, Sheena Helgenberger of The Wellbeing Partners.
Katie is the creator of the facebook Group "Adopt A Teacher Omaha-Council Bluffs Area".
We talk with Eddie, Ron and Gena about this great event and the organization it benefits.
Tim discusses his annual "Fairways Fore Airways" golf scramble to benefit the 'FRED & PAMELA BUFFET CANCER CENTER in Omaha.
NAMIWalks is going to be a little different this year. They're not canceling it – they wouldn’t think of it when our collective mental health needs are at their greatest. NAMI’s programs and advocacy are needed more than ever, and with your help, we are pleased to present a walk for our times, NAMIWalks Your Way Nebraska: A Virtual Event on May 30. https://www.namiwalks.org/
Valerie discusses the virtual options you have to walk or run in the annual 1K/5K race.
Amid concerns around the coronavirus, they are critically low on blood and platelets. Your help is urgently needed. https://ncbb.org
This tailgate-themed event features gourmet concessions, games, team challenges, prizes, a live & silent auction and more!
Two-time National Champion Tommie Frazier hosts Husker Greats:
All 3 Cornhusker Heisman Winners:
Johnny “The Jet” Rodgers – 1972
Mike Rozier – 1983
Eric Crouch – 2001
and
Five-time American Ninja Warrior & 2014 Mrs. International, Maggi Thorne
The Art of Imagination’s mission is to empower, develop and encourage self-expression in adults with disabilities through professional opportunities in the visual and performing arts.
Break out those combat boots and choker necklaces to help us celebrate women in music!!! For OGR's 3rd annual fundraiser, we're partying to the influential songs of 90s!! Get your ticket to help us honor the impact of Omaha Girls Rock in developing the confidence, identity and future of youth throughout the metro area.
QLI needs your vote for the Chick-fil-A Foundation's #TrueInspirationAwards, a publicly determined award whose prize could bolster QLI's community-changing Workforce Development program.
https://www.chick-fil-afoundation.org/vote-for-true-inspiration-awards
Learn the stories of the geniuses behind the food, like internationally renowned chefs who have returned to Omaha for a slice of the good life.
They discuss the One Community Cultural Festival...Sunday, August 11th at Stinson Park.
Mitch talks about a few of the many fun activities happening all weekend long for LaVista's "Salute to Summer" festival.
For more than 30 years, Great Strides – the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest national fundraising event – has supported the Foundation’s mission to cure cystic fibrosis and raise awareness for this rare, genetic, life-shortening disease that makes it difficult to breathe and shortens lives.
http://fightcf.cff.org/site/TR/GreatStrides/84_Nebraska_Omaha?fr_id=7394&pg=entry
The Omaha Girls Rock's Advocacy Committee presents: We're the Girls of Omaha, a first annual spring benefit concert!
Montez & Shari discuss the fundraising event with Elizabeth Hansen from BBBS of the Midlands.
A great family event with bounce houses for ages 1-101, carnival games, face painting, character appearances and loads of fun! This INDOOR venue allows the event to go on rain or shine
ALS in the Heartland's annual community walk in Omaha to raise awareness and funds for ALS!
Comedy For Change is The Set Me Free Project's annual fundraiser. Join us for an evening with a live and silent auction, a featured comedian, dinner and drinks, and a lot of fun! This is a family friendly event so all are welcome!
Houston Alexander stopped by to promote his non-profit organization that funds his "Culture Shock School Tour". https://houstonalexander.org
Aspen Seemann passed away on June 22, 2016, from a drowning accident. "Aspen's Angels" will directly aid local area first-aid responders and local hospitals and medical centers to benefit children and families who are dealing with tragedy and/or personal illness.
Montez & Shari from 99.9 KGOR talk with Justin from WELLCOM about Trek Up the Tower - the region’s leading vertical stair climb. Trek Up the Tower supports WELLCOM’s mission of partnering with employers of all sizes and structures to deliver evidenced-based wellness programming that impacts employee well-being and wellness, strengthens the culture, and drives business results.
When parents need advice with their children, the Nebraska Family Helpline is there 1-888-866-8660.
A gala event full of fun and intrigue, hosted by No Bake Just Fake Spray Tanning. Moonlight Masquerade is an ages 21 and up, black-tie event catering hors d’oeuvres, drinks, music, dancing, and an array of raffle prizes. Formal attire and mask is strongly encouraged, but a limited quantity of masks will be available at the door for $1 while supplies last. So come dressed to the nines, and have a ball with us! Special Thanks to Karen’s Fireside, James DJ, and A Clip In Time Photography. All proceeds will go to The Set Me Free Project. The Set Me Free Project provides prevention education on sex trafficking to youth, families, and communities.
In addition to one free drink with every ticket purchase, you will receive a discount code for The Set Me Free Project's annual event that is sure to leave you in stitches! Comedy for Change is an evening of dinner, comedy, live auctions, and so much more! All proceeds being donated to The Set Me Free Project: Stopping Trafficking Before It Starts. For more information visit setmefreeproject.net
YES it really is just 26.2 "STEPS" at the Omaha Cancer Survivors Park (or maybe if you are doing a proxy race ... still, just 26.2 steps ;) Second, it is ok to laugh about this race, that is the point :) And then to say, "Wait, I can run that one!"
bluesED of Omaha consists of middle school and high school-aged musicians who will rock your face off.
bluesED of Omaha consists of middle school and high school-aged musicians who will rock your face off.
bluesED of Omaha consists of middle school and high school-aged musicians who will rock your face off.
bluesED of Omaha consists of middle school and high school-aged musicians who will rock your face off.
bluesED of Omaha consists of middle school and high school-aged musicians who will rock your face off.