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FIRST FRIDAYS LIVE @ 24TH & LAKE
Empowerment Network & Advance Omaha
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Virtual & In-Person Event
Friday, March 4th @ 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Revive Center - 2401 Lizzie Robinson Ave
Fair Deal Cafe' - 2118 N. 24th Street
Great Plains BHM - 2221 N. 24th Street
About this Event: An event for African-American Professionals to Gather & Celebrate Culture.
Support Black-owned Restaurants and Visit the Village at 24th & Lake, Welcome to Omaha, Celebrations, Networking & "After-Party"
Join the fun virtually or in-person: Food, Music, Games and Connections.
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NO COST N95 MASKS AVAILABLE FOR COMMUNITY DISTRIBUTION
Charles Drew Health Center
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Friday, March 4th @ Noon - 4pm
Charles Drew Teen & Youth Adult Center
5920 Maple Street
Thursday, March 10th @ Noon - 4pm
Charles Drew @ Village Empowerment Center (On the Campus of Omaha Home for Boys)
5190 Sprague Plaza
About this Event: Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. (CDHC) as a participant of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Health Center COVID-19 Mask Program will distribute over 17,000 N95 mask to North Omaha, which has disproportionately been affected by COVID-19, to increase equitable access to public health tools needed to prevent the spread of the virus.
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UPCOMING COMMUNITY MEETINGS
MetroNEXT
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Virtual Meeting
Friday, March 4th @ 11am
About These Meetings: As we approach the finish line for MetroNEXT, the Metro Transit public engagement and strategic planning initiative to enhance public transportation for the Omaha region.
We will be sharing options and seeking input on how to grow transit services for the next five to ten years. Metro will present possible transit scenarios to the community during four community meetings for their feedback.
Future Meetings:
- Saturday, March 5th @ 2pm at Metro Offices
- Wednesday, March 9th @ 6pm via NONA Facebook Live
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ATTENTION VISUAL ARTISTS
The Union for Contemporary Art
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FREE Virtual Event
Saturday, March 5th @1pm-2pm
About this Q + A: A virtual Q+A for visual artists interested in applying for 2022 Populus Fund project grants. Applications are NOW OPEN through April 24, 2022.
In 2022, Populus Fund will award a total of six $10,000 grants for projects with a visual arts component proposed by artists or artist groups that provide experiences, content, materials, activities, platforms, etc. that engage and connect with the community through art.
Following registration you will receive a link to a Zoom room for participation.
COVID-19 Preventative Measures: As people return to the The Union in person, we have measures in place to help keep our community healthy and our doors open. To learn more about mask requirements, limited capacity in certain spaces, sanitation, improved ventilation, and more visit our Community Health page to stay up-to-date as the pandemic evolves.
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NEBRASKA BLACK HISTORY ART CONTEST
Minorities About Business
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Submission Deadline: Monday, March 7th @5pm
Drop-Off Location: The Omaha Star
2216 N. 24th St
About This Contest: The contest is open to all Nebraska students grade K-12. Winner's will be selected and prizes will be awarded in three categories: Elementary, Middle and High School.
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VIRTUAL CAREER BOOT CAMP
Urban League of Nebraska
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Virtual Event
Registration is Open! Monday, March 7th @5pm
March 7 - March 25th @ 9am - 1pm
About This Bootcamp: The Urban League of Nebraska's Career Boot Camp is an intensive program designed to give you skills and training you need to work in a high-demand career field in Omaha today. Receive a cash incentive.
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COFFEE CHAT
Omaha Healthy Kids Alliance
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Wednesday, March 9th @8am - 9am
Urban Abbey
1026 Jackson St
About This Event: You are warmly welcomed to the first "Coffee Chat" of 2022, with Omaha Healthy Kids Alliance (OHKA). We are excited to host it in person this year and we would love for you to join us for a cup of coffee and see what we are up to this year and how we will be increasing our outreach.
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2022 YOU GROW GIRL SUMMIT
You Go Girl
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Virtual Event
Saturday, March 12th @ 10am - 2pm
About This Summit: You're invited to a day dedicated to growing girls' self-love, wellness, and leadership. Get ready for an experience you will not soon forget! You'll hear from inspiring speakers, get hands-on with interactive workshops, compete in some friendly fun, and have a chance to win sweet prizes - all from the comfort of your home.
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OMAHA PLANNING DEPT PUBLIC MEETING
City of Omaha
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Virtual Event
Tuesday, March 15th @ 5:30pm - 7pm
About This Meeting: The Planning Department will conduct a Digital Public Hearing. The purpose of this hearing is to obtain the views of citizens, public agencies, and other interested parties on the 2021 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation
Review (CAPER). This is in line with guidance from the United States Department of Housing
and Urban Development. This meeting will consist of a presentation about each topic followed by time to ask questions and provide comments.
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CORPORATE MINGLE
Dee Global
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Saturday, March 19th @ 11am
Village on the Preserve
18661 Elm Plaza
About This Meeting: A new season is on the Horizon. It is international let’s go global with corporate mingle. You do not wanna miss this movement there’s a difference between networking and understand your net worth..
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BRIDGING NEBRASKA'S DIGITAL DIVIDE
MAPA and NROC
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Virtual & In-Person Event
Monday, March 21st @ 9am - 3pm C.S.T.
MCC Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CAM)
2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave (South Campus)
About This Event: This event is designed to help Nebraskans be ready to compete for millions of dollars in federal funding designated to build out broadband access for improved internet speed and reliability across the state.
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22ND ANNUAL HEALTH FAIR
Black Family Health & Wellness Association
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Saturday, March 26th @ 8am - 12:30pm
Omaha North High School
4410 N. 36th Street
About This Event: Free Screenings for the Family! Blood Pressure - Hearing - Dental - Cholesterol - BMI - Lung Cancer - Glucose - Vision & Glaucoma - STD - HIV Testing - Mental Health - Breast Exams & More
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2022 YP SUMMIT
Greater Omaha Chamber
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Thursday, March 31st @ 7:30am - 5:30pm
CHI Health Center Omaha
455 n. 10th Street
About This Summit: YP Summit is the largest young professionals’ conference in the country—and it’s happening right here in Omaha. This year’s conference will bring together 1,500+ young professionals for a day of education, inspiration and connection.
This year we want to get to the heart of the matter to identify key actions we can take from the Middle of Everywhere!
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OMAHA 360
Collaborative Violence Prevention Initiative
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Virtual Weekly Meetings
Goal: To make Omaha the safest city on the planet
Mission: Omaha 360's purpose is to work together to end gun and gang violence; bring peace and prosperity to every zip code in Omaha!
Vision: That Omaha continue to be recognized for being a great, safe city, in every zip code.
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INSIDE THE OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Every Student. Every Day. Prepared for Success.
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Happy Public Schools Week!
We are so fortunate at Omaha Public Schools to have dedicated staff, students and families working together toward our mission. Join us in acknowledging this work by putting a emoji in the comments or on this post. Let's see how many we can get by the end of the day!
#PublicSchoolProud
Did You Know? OPS has 83 schools and 11 alternative programs and a virtual school. The district serves approximately 53,000 students in grades K-12, including special education & English language learners. Every student. Every day. Prepared for success.
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NONA
North Omaha Neighborhood Association
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The City of Omaha's Mayor's Neighborhood Grants Program is now open. Strong neighborhoods build strong cities and great things happen when citizens and city leaders work together.
The 2022 Neighborhood Grant Program will support and strengthen neighborhood projects that will improve the neighborhood’s appearance, build neighborhood capacity, impact the environment, and increase the livability of the neighborhood.
This is a great opportunity to directly benefit your community. If you have any questions or need assistance submitting an application, please contact the Neighborhood Grants Program at (402) 444-5151 or [email protected].
NONA (North Omaha Neighborhood Alliance) is to improve the quality of life in our community by: Connecting, Communicating, Coordinating, Collaborating and Celebrating. This is where we bring North Omaha neighborhood associations together and transform North Omaha block-by-block.
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SONA
South Omaha Neighborhood Alliance
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Virtual Meeting via Zoom
Thursday, April 7th @ 7pm
We decided to use our platform to connect our government leaders from School Board up to Congress, our community advocates and leaders and our nonprofit leaders across North and South Omaha to lay the foundation for positive and effective communication during this crisis and going forward as we heal afterwards.
Meetings: SONA meets the first Thursday of the month at 7PM.
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OPD
Omaha Police Department
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#OneCareerManyOpportunities
Omaha Police Department will be accepting applications starting March 1st through March 31, 2022
About OPD: Formed in 1857, the Omaha Police Department proudly serves the community of Omaha, NE. Located on the eastern border of Nebraska along the Missouri River. Omaha is the largest city in Nebraska, with an estimated 2013 population of over 434,000 and encompassing 130 square miles. We are a progressive police department made up of a diverse group of a thousand men and women, sworn and non-sworn, who strive to keep Omaha a safe, family-friendly city.
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2022 CALENDAR OF WORKSHOPS
Family Housing Advisory Services
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- Pre-Purchase Education
- Financial Education
- Post Purchase Education
The Financial Education course teaches the fundamentals of personal finance and provides participants with the right tools and support to gain control of their financial future.
Advance registration is required for all classes
If unable to register online, call 402.630.0021 or 402.934.6431
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RESOURCES Rental, Mortgage, Utility, Food, Legal & more...
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FAMILY HOUSING ADVISORY SERVICES
Serving the Community since 1968
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If you or someone you know is in need of rent, mortgage or utility assistance, the FHAS staff is here to serve you and the community!
> General Voicemail: 402-934-7921
Homeownership
Tenant Services: 402-934-6675
Financial Education
Fair Housing: 402-934-1777
Tax Services: 402-250-9781
Opportunity Passport: 402-342-3773
Omaha 100
Rent/Mortgage/Utility Assistance: 402-934-6763
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AMPLIFY THE ABUNDANCE
No More Empty Pots
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We grow food to feed people and we need your help getting the soil needed for this season’s garden.
Sign-up for Hillside Solutions’ Compost Club subscription by March 20th and receive soil credits from Hillside’s industrial composting facility to donate to our community garden. Plus enjoy Compost Club’s on-going perks of soil & mulch discounts and access to a network of compost drop-off sites.
About NMEP: No More Empty Pots (NMEP) is a grassroots non-profit organization connecting individuals and groups to improve self-sufficiency, regional food security, and economic resilience of urban and rural communities through advocacy and action. NMEP strives to support communities in becoming self-sufficient and food secure through collaboration and adherence to our core values of: Education, Stewardship & Sustainability
Fresh Produce Looks Good on You!
- Challenge yourself to taste new recipes
- Learn how prepared veggies can pack fun flavor
- Feel the difference of plant-based nutrition
- Get inspired to make your own plant-based meals
- Spend less time cooking and more eating
- Eligible for SNAP/EBT!
If you are in need of emergency food support Click here.
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FREE COVID-19 VACCINES
Douglas County Health Department & IMA
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Now - March 5, 2022
First, Second, Third & Boosters available.
Pfizer Vaccine available for anyone 5 years of age and older. 5-18 year-olds must have parent present.
Appointments Strongly Encouraged But Not Required.
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OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
2022 Health Updates
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Health and safety remain the focus of Omaha Public Schools as we begin the 2021-22 school year. We care deeply about our students, staff and families. Our district is in regular contact with public health officials, medical experts and the Nebraska Department of Education. We fully expect conditions to change in the coming year, and that may require us to change some protocols. We will communicate updates directly to staff and families. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
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CHARLES DREW HEALTH CENTER, INC. |
Be smart, stay informed, and get tested. Charles Drew Health Center knows that your care is your choice. When you’re ready, so are we.
If you have any questions call
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UNMC
Munroe-Meyer Institute
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The MMI Department at UNMC is offering up to 2 free behavioral telehealth consultations. The service is available for families regardless of insurance coverage. |
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NOAH
North Omaha Area Health
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"In The Community, For The Community"
Location: 5620 Ames Ave
FREE HEALTH SERVICES
- Physical Exams
- Health Education
- Medical Referrals
- Free Contraceptives
- Mental Health Screening
- Cholesterol
- Flu Shots
- Blood Pressure Checks
- Blood Sugar Checks
- STD Screenings
- HIV Screenings
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CHI
Catholic Health Initiatives
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Everyone in NE and IA age 16 and above are now eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. (Those age 12-17 can receive only the Pfizer vaccine.) View our FAQ page to learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Call if you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccines. CHI Health providers are available to answer your questions 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. every day through August. The call is free, and the conversations are confidential.
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BUSINESS RESOURCES Small Businesses, Non-Profit
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PITCH BLACK COMPETITION
Midlands African Chamber
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About this competition: The Midlands African Chamber is pleased to announce the opening of registrations for its 2022 business pitch competition, Pitch Black.
Please help us circulate the attached flyer, among your networks. Entrepreneurs must apply at www.wepitchblack.com, before April 1st 2022. The Midlands African Chamber serves as the voice of business and involves the public and private sectors in community leadership. We understand that for our communities to cultivate a competitive and successful economic environment, we must create opportunities for mentorship, access to capital, education, and leadership training.
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U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Women In Business
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#WomenInBusiness: Scale new heights with Ascent, SBA's free online learning platform! Learn about marketing, access to capital, financial strategy, and other topics to help you grow your business. Start your journey today: Learn More
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GREATER OMAHA CHAMBER
We Don't Coast.
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We're on a mission to make Omaha a vibrant place to do business, work and live.
YP Summit: March 31, 2022
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NAM
Nonprofit Association of the Midlands
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Welcome to the Nonprofit Association of the Midlands
Nonprofits of all shapes and sizes need a place to go for help...NAM is that place!
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Darnell Relford brings delicious casual food to 24th & Lak at Champions Cafe!
Darnell Relford was always destined to become a chef, shadowing his family's rich history in the food industry dating back generations. His grandfather, Beatren "Humpie" Relford, cooked for Omaha's legendary Skeet's BBQ. His uncle, Arnold, was well-known for his finger-licking barbecue sauce.
At a younger age, Relford found himself at home in the kitchen Read More
Revive! Omaha Magazine is a Lifestyle and Community Empowerment Magazine serving African-Americans in the Greater Omaha Area
Access the Revive Black Business Directory HERE
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THE OMAHA STAR
Nebraska's Only Black Bi-Weekly Newspaper
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It’s March 1, the launch of Women’s History Month 2022. This month we’ll honor #OurStars with their flowers. Be on the lookout for some of Omaha’s influential Black women trailblazers.
As the oldest and only African-American newspaper in the state, The Omaha Star celebrates black excellence year round. Please join us as we salute black women every day, all year round. Use the hashtag #OurStars to highlight your very own stars.
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If you aren't already a subscriber, remember to Subscribe to The Omaha Star today!
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NOISE
In Our Mother's Gardens
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March 1, 2022
This Episode is an homage to Black Motherhood.
This episode is an homage to Black motherhood. While the United States recognizes February as Black History month, at NOISE, every day of every month is a moment to recognize Black history and culture. The conversations in this episode are a tribute to Black mothering -- which is not always rooted in biology, blood or even gender. Mothering is the acting of loving unconditionally, protecting, and preparing our little ones to take on this world, and grow into Black history in...Read More
Text NOISE to 33222 to get text alerts.
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THE BOSS RADIO STATION
95.7 FM
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Start your day with The Boss Morning Show
Monday through Friday @ 7 am - 9 am
Omaha KOWN 95.7fm 'The BOSS' is a local station founded by William King Jr, providing businesses opportunities to connect with the community.
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GOSPEL MUSIC OMAHA
100.3 FM
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Tune In Daily: Lady J and LuvLuv's Mind His Business Show!
Nebraska's FIRST and ONLY 24/7 live on-air urban gospel radio station 100.3FM in Omaha Nebraska.
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HEARTLAND FOCUS
Channel 6
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Tune-In Every Sunday @ 6 am
with Tim Clark
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DOUGLAS COUNTY NE COVID-19 DASHBOARD |
Positive tests are estimated by multiplying tests taken by the positivity rate. Positive tests may not be equal to positive cases because of reporting differences and people taking multiple tests
< Click on the map to follow the development of the virus through Douglas County.
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CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION
CDC 24/7: Saving Lives, Protecting People
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CITY OF OMAHA
Coronavirus COVID-19 Information
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A message from Mayor Jean Stothert:
The mask order for the City of Omaha signed last month by Douglas County Health Director Lindsey House has expired.
The Douglas County Health Department offers vaccine clinics for anyone age 5 and older. The percentage of county residents who have been vaccinated has exceeded 71%. Please get vaccinated and encourage others to do the same.
The Douglas County Health Department has administered more than 1,000,000 doses of the Covid-19 vaccine, 71.4% of Douglas County residents are fully vaccinated!
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STATE OF NEBRASKA
Dept. of Health and Human Services
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DHHS COVID-19 Information Line:
(402) 552-6645
8 am - 8 pm CST - 7 Days a Week
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