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At 1st Sky Omaha, we firmly believe that art is a transformative force capable of bringing about social change. We believe in the power of storytelling to ignite empathy, bridge divides, and unite communities. We believe that representation matters, and that by showcasing the diversity and complexity of Black voices, we can reshape the narrative and dismantle stereotypes. We are committed to nurturing emerging talent, providing a platform for marginalized voices, and cultivating an inclusive community that embraces collaboration, creativity, and authenticity.
We invite you to join us on this journey, as we strive to create a media landscape that reflects the true kaleidoscope of Black experiences. Together, we can rewrite the narrative, reshape perceptions, and empower future generations to dream big and reach for the skies.
Welcome to 1st Sky Omaha, where Black voices take center stage and soar beyond boundaries.
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1st Sky Omaha in the Morning
Alternative News and Edutainment discussing issues impacting the city of Omaha, Nebraska and the world. Check out 1st Sky Omaha in the Morning every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 am CST.
Content Creators Camp
Content Creators Camp is a hands-on training and mentorship experience for emerging citizen journalists and community-based content creators.
Community Resource Dashboard
Our comprehensive directory connects Omaha residents with local resources for food, housing, mental health support, employment services, and more.
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Preliminary independent autopsy results for Nolan Wells’ death released
The independent autopsy results in Nolan Wells' death have been released. The 18-year-old was found dead off the Mississippi coast earlier this month.
Omaha groups fan out for annual summer homeless count
Omaha groups took to the streets Tuesday night to count people experiencing homelessness and hand out supplies across three counties.
Taylor Farms lettuce still the center of cyclosporiasis investigation, despite false positive test
Testing that showed iceberg lettuce from Taylor Fresh Foods was tainted with cyclospora was a false positive, federal officials say.
Iceberg lettuce sold at Taco Bell locations linked to Cyclospora outbreak, sources say
Sources say shredded iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms and sold at some Taco Bell restaurants has been linked to a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis, according to reports.
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