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    Friday, May 9th
    Protect Yourself
    Teaching girls to fight back.

    Go For The Gold
    Visit the Winner's Circle.

    Gas Grills Recalled
    Onward Manufacturing has recalled thousands of grills due to a potential burn hazard.

    6 Things to Do:

  • Downtown Living Tour
    May 10th
    Web site
    345-5401
    Free

  • Men’s Garden Club Plant Sale
    Saturday, May 10th 9am-2pm
    80th & West Center Rd. Web site
    234-3067

  • The Sea Beneath Our Feet
    May 8th-September 5th
    The Durham Museum Web site
    444-5071

  • Village Pointe Farmers Market
    May 3rd-October 25th
    Saturday 8am-1pm
    Village Pointe
    168th & West Dodge Rd. Web site
    505-9773

  • Mother’s Day Brunch
    May 11th, 10am-2pm
    Lauritzen Gardens, Omaha’s Botanical Center Web site
    346-4002

    Candy Recall
    A San Antonio company has recalled some Mexican candies due to dangerously high lead levels. People are advised not to eat Ed La Rose Pulparindo Candy. In addition, health officials have suggested that consumers not eat the following products that may contain lead: Picarindo, Vero Rebanaditas, Vero Mango, Vero Elotes, Chaca Chaca, Brinquitos, Tama Roca, Pelon Pelo Rico, Bolirindo, Dulce de Tamarindo, Licona Tamarind, Jarrita Chonita, Margarita Dulce de Tamarindo, Rollito de Tamarindo (Dulmex),Strock Eucalyptus, Lucas Acidito, Pica Limon, Serpentinas and Tablarindo. Lead exposure can be harmful, especially for infants, young children and pregnant women.

    Sleep Seminar
    May 7, 2008 - 6 p.m. at Lakeside Hospital. 17030 Lakeside Hills Plaza. Insomnia, Restless Legs, Snore & More: Better Sleep for Better Health - Free one hour class about sleep. Topics discussed include: How does not getting enough sleep affect my health? What can I do to get a good night's sleep? What in my environment needs to change so I get a good night's sleep? What are the options for treatment?

    Hillbilly Teeth Recalled

  • Click here

    Metro Carpooling Information
    Share the ride. Click here.

    Do Not Call Registry
    To register or re-register, call 1-888-382-1222 or click here.

    Digital Camera Shopping
    Get some help from Consumer Reports.

    Retirement Myths, Lies and Traps to Avoid
    Click here.

    Investment Fraud
    Are you at risk? Click here and guard your dollars.

    Rewire, Don't Retire
    Click here for an active woman's guide to the post-retirement years.

    Nose to Toes
    The Children's Physicians Pediatric Group is giving away free pediatric health care for a baby's first year. Click here for more information. You can also call: 955-6810.

    Domestic Violence Resources
    Rape/Spouse Abuse Crisis Center, Lincoln: 402-475-7273 YWCA, Omaha: 402-345-7273 Omaha Police Information Resource Web site.

    Missing Persons
    Visit the Nebraska State Patrol's Missing Persons Clearinghouse.

    Bellevue Crime Maps
    Track the criminals in Bellevue. You'll find the crime maps on the sarpy.com Web site.

    Combat Sexual Abuse
    YWCA Web site Sexual Assault Hot Line: 345-7273

    Keep Kids Alive
    Visit the Web site.

    Halt The Credit Card Offers
    Here is the number you can call to opt out of continuous credit card offers: 1-888-567-8688.

    Stop The Junk Mail
    To be removed from "junk" mail lists, including catalogs, click here. And call this number to keep your personal information private: 877-774-2094.

    Travel Bargains
    If you're shopping for travel bargains, you'll want to check out of trio of new players in the Internet travel game.

    Tripsensor

    An insurance company is using technology to help lower rates. Find out more about the Tripsensor

  • Thursday, May 8th
    Consider Carpooling
  • Click here.

    Astronauts Wanted
    NASA has launched a new recruiting campaign.

    Safety First in Omaha

  • Click here.

    Burglaries and Break-ins
    For a list of burglaries between April 23 - April 30, 2008, click here.

    Sam's Recycling Program

  • Click here

    Partners for Meth Prevention
    Contact Lorelle
    712-325-5628

    May 15th – Meth360
    Metro Community College, Fort Omaha Campus
    Noon-1:30pm

    May 22nd – Meth 360
    Council Bluffs Library
    11:30-1pm

    May 29th – Road to Recovery Stories of Hope
    Pizza King – Council Bluffs

    Things Are Looking Up
    Visit the Hubble Telescope Web site.

    Simmer Pot Recall Wiring problems are causing a potential fire hazard in Electric Simmer Pots.

    Your Diamonds, Your Gold and Your Ex
    Women have the chance to unload those pricey trinkets given to them by ex-boyfriends and ex-husbands at exboyfriendjewelry.com.

    Economic Stimulus Checks
    If you're waiting for your economic stimulus rebate check, you can get an idea on when to expect it. We have a chart included in a report prepared during the tax prep season. Click here for a look.

    Push Toy Recall

  • Click here.

    Robbery on Camera
    Do you recognize the burglar? A security camera captured these pictures of him breaking into Excel Solutions to grab a few laptop computers before walking out. If you have any information about the crime, contact authorities.

    Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

  • Click here.

    Track Flak
    Drivers who believe their vehicles were damaged while crossing a Union Pacific track can contact the railroad's claims center. It's a toll free number: 1-800-638-3891.

    Eppley Airfield

  • Arrivals & Departures

    Plush Rocker Toys Recalled

  • Click for details.

    Mortgage Accountability Association
    Assistance in reviewing documents related to home purchase. Click here.

    Coupon Websites

  • coolsavings.com
  • printCoupons.com
  • eversave.com
  • couponmom.com
  • grocery.lifetips.com

    Animal Rescue

  • Hooves & Paws Rescue

    Cribs Recalled
    Majestic Curved Top and Flat Top Cribs, Essex Cribs, Brighton/Sussex Cribs and Captiva Cribs have been recalled.

    Weed & Seed Security Lights
    Get information about the Weed & Seed boundary areas by calling the Northwest Weed and Seed office at 561-7574 or the Northeast office at 444-6906. Security lights can be placed near homes inside the boundary areas. Weed and Seed will pay about half the $9.77 monthly cost for the first year.

    WebMD

  • Click here.

    Jumpy Monkey Coffee

  • Click here.

    Heartland Family Services

  • Visit the Web site.

    Girls' Hooded Jackets Recalled

  • Click here.

    Mission to Mercury
    Take a look at NASA's pictures.

    Insignia Digital Photo Frame Recall

  • 10.4" digital photo frames, Sold at Best Buy
  • Model Number NS-DPF10A
  • Insignia: (877) 467-4289

    Choosing the Right High Chair
    Get tips from Consumer Reports: Click here

    Teammates.org
    Click here for information on the mentoring program.

    Lung Cancer Screening
    To learn more about early detection, log on to ielcap.org, sequoiahospital.org and cancer.org.

    Lamp Recall
    Click here for the lowdown on Torchiere Lamps. A wiring problem poses a fire hazard.

    Pricing Gold, Silver & Platinum
    What’s it worth to you?

    Free Credit Report
    Click here to get your free credit report.

    N-Lighten Nebraska
    Click here to register.

    Help With Troubled Teens
    If you are dealing with a troubled teenager, there is help available. Here are a couple of good starting points.

  • Child Saving Institute: 553-6000 - Web site.
  • Catholic Charities: 554-0520 - Web site.

    Consumer Affairs Top Scams of 2007

  • Click here.

    Gift Card Assistance
    Organize, maintain and spend those holiday gift cars with a little help. Click here.

    Credit Card Settlement Information
    (800) 945-9890

  • On the Web.

    Recalls

  • Toy Recall
  • Children's Sunglasses

    Hib Recall

  • Click here.

    Stress Management
    The American Psychological Association offers help in managing stress in the aftermath of the mall shootings. Click here.

    Chairs Recalled
    Lazy Lounger chairs and recliners sold at Dick's Sporting Goods have been recalled due to the threat of collapsing. Click here.

    Zhen Zhen The Panda

  • Click here.

    Cancer Risk Assessment

  • Click here.

    The Stephen Center
    2723 Q St., Omaha
    731-0238

  • Visit the Web site.

    Crash Tests
    Vehicles are apparently getting safer. Check the latest crash tests.

    Frozen Pizza Recall
    General Mills is recalling frozen meat pizza products because they may be contaminated with E. coli. Click here for a list of brands included in the recall.

    Toy Figure Recall
    Galaxy Warriors are being recalled back to the front lines due to excessive levels of lead.

    Shaken Baby Syndrome
    For more information visit safebaby.org.

    Child Seat Warning
    The makers of the Bumbo baby seat are issuing a safety warning about how to properly use the seat. Click here for details.

  • CPSC Warning

    Jury-Duty Scam Hotline
    Iowa Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division: (888) 777-4590.

    UNL Alert System
    UNL has launched a new emergency alert system available to students. Click here.

    Child Medications Recalled
    Several child cough and cold medications are being voluntarily recalled as a precautionary measure. Click here.

    Toshiba AC Adapters Recalled

  • Click here.

    Spider Web
    Know how to recognize spiders which are dangerous, including the Brown Recluse. Visit the University of Nebraska’s entomology WEB site.

    Lead Prompts New Recalls
    Lead worries have prompted the recall of thousands of more toys. Click here.

    White Chocolate Recall
    Kraft Foods is recalling white chocolate distributed in the United States because of possible salmonella contamination. Click here.

    Recalls

  • Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway toys.
  • Kolcraft Play Yards
  • Toy Garden Tools

    Goodwill Omaha

  • Click here.

    Environmental Working Group

  • Visit the Web site.

    Ovens Recalled
    Approximately 32,000 Cook’s Essentials Convection Ovens with Pull-Out Rotisserie and Deni Convection Ovens with Rotisserie are being recalled due to electrical problems.

    Personalized Shopping

  • Shoes
  • Jeans
  • Handbags

    Pancreatic Cancer Action Network

  • Click here for more information about pancreatic cancer.

    Take Notes With Your Camera

  • Click here.

    Secure 2 Me Baby Blanket

  • Click here.

    Emily Skin Soother
    Visit the Web site.

    Hats Recalled
    Some nylon hats have been flagged because of a potential threat from their drawstrings. Click here.

    Nebraska Writing Assessment
    Click here

    Spindle-Back Chairs Recalled
    J.C. Penney is recalling thousands of chairs that can split while in use. Click here

    Crash Tests
    Visit the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Web site.

    Tires Recalled

  • Click here for details.

    Blending In
    Consumer Reports gives improved grades to the Powermax by Braun. Click here

    UNMC Emphysema Study
    Patients must be 44-years-old or older and smoke-free for one year. Contact Sandy at (402) 559-6365.

    Toys Recalled
    Click here.

    Sony Cameras Recalled
    Sony is recalling "Cyber-shot" DSC-T5 Digital Still Cameras. Click here.

    Miracles Recovery Program

  • Visit the Siena Francis House Web site.
  • The program is run by Bill Keck, in recovery for 28 years. He started Miracles Recovery Center at Siena Francis House 13 years ago.
  • Thirty-three percent seeking treatment and who complete the program stay clean for at least a year
  • Ten people who went through the program now have college degrees and are counseling at other facilities
  • The program currently serves 21 women. Newly remodeled treatment center will handle 40 women but there will still be a waiting list
  • There is no charge to enter the program but clients do have to work in the facility 40 hours a week. It's a four-month commitment
  • Keck has published a book about his story. For more information, click here.

    Product Recalls

  • Signature Gourmet™ and Kitchen Gourmet® 12-Cup Coffeemakers
  • Easy-Bake Ovens

    Project North Omaha

  • Click here

    Food For Thought
    Find out about the New American Plate.

    iPhone Anticipation

  • Click here.

    Nebraska Highway Cameras
    Have a look around the state. Click here.

    Crib Recall

  • Click here.

    SPAM-Blasting

  • Click here for more information on the federal anti-SPAM law.

    Federal Trade Commission
    Visit the Web site.

    One Source
    Background checks. Click here.

    Home Playground Safety Handbook
    Click here for pdf file.

    Face the Fats
    Separating the good fats from the bad fats -- the American Heart Association weighs in. Click here for the Fats Translator.

    Sunshine Mills
    Pet Treat Recall

    Breast Cancer Resources

  • Stephanie's story
  • LaRue Foundation

    Cab Fare for Domestic Abuse Victims
    Police say the hardest part of ending an abusive relationship for women is taking the first step. It's hoped that free cab rides will help victims safely leave when abuse happens. Call 345-7273, the YWCA hotline, if you're in an abusive relationship and need a free ride.

    Poison Control Center

  • 955-5555
  • Outside the Metro: 1-800-222-1222

    Sex Education Resources

  • MayoClinic.com
  • PBS Parents
  • Children's Hospital

    Teachers' Deductions Hidden
    The $250 tax deduction that teachers can claim for out-of-pocket expenses is missing from paper tax forms. The deduction still exists. It just didn't make it onto the tax forms. Click here.

    Smoke Detector Resources

  • Vocal Smoke Alarm by SignalONE Safety: MSRP $34.95
  • Web site

    Omaha Fire and Rescue Smoke Alarm tips

  • OFD Web site

    Passport Information
    Visit the State Department's Web site.

    Preparing Teens to Drive
    Worried about your teen who's training to drive?
    Consult these Web sites for safety tips:

  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
  • State Farm

    Neighborhood Center for Greater Omaha
    Visit the Web site.

    Playing Down Your Credit Card Debt
    The National Foundation For Credit Counseling Web site American Consumer Credit Counseling Web site

    Start Walking Program
    For information on starting a walking program go to

  • The American Heart Association Web site.

    Opt Out of Credit Card Offers
    1-888-567-8688

    Teen Depression
    Visit the Families for Depression Awareness Web site.

    The Complaint Department
    If you want to complain about junk cars or other trash in your neighborhood, call the Mayor's Action Line at 444-5555 or go to the Web site.

    Nebraska Public Service Commission
    Report phone problems. Click here.

    Donate Life
    Find out more about organ donations. Click here.

    SPARCAS
    Volunteers working with women who need assistance. Click here.

    momsconnected.com
    Visit the Web site.

    Travelers' Health
    Stay healthy on that trip abroad with some help from the CDC. Click here.

    Cleft Lip & Palate Information

  • MedLine Plus
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons Web site
  • Cleft Palate Foundation Web site
  • Family Doctor Web site

    Medicare Scam Warning
    Click here for details.

    Fat Facts
    Get help deciphering those food labels. Click here.

    Douglas County Property Valuations
    Check The Numbers

    Healthy Recipes
    Find some healthy options for your menu courtesty of the Junior League of Omaha. Click here.

    Personal Chefs
    Click here to locate a chef near you.

    Battling Allergies?
    Click here for help.

    Liquid Numbers
    If you're counting calories, don't forget to tally the fluids. Click here for help.

    Flu Pandemic
    Review Nebraska's plans. Click here.

    Organ Donation Information

  • OrganDonor.gov
  • UNOS.org

    Scam Finder
    Check out some of the more common contest and sweepstakes scams. Visit LooksTooGoodToBeTrue.com.

    Internet Crime Complaint Center
    If you have a complaint about Internet crime, click here.

    Literacy Center for the Midlands
    Visit the Web site.

    Sex Offender Registries

  • National Registry
  • Nebraska State Patrol
  • Iowa State Patrol

    Fuel Aid

  • fueleconomy.gov
  • Click here to report suspected price gouging.

    Guard Against Identity Fraud
    Find out how secure your identity is. Click here.

    Understand Your Child's Code
    Here are some websites to help you decipher the shorthand used in Instant Messaging:

  • NetLingo
  • Web Friend
    Additional Web Safety Resources
  • Wired Safety
    Monitoring Software
    Parents can purchase these safeguards but kids can write around it.
    Chat Rooms
    Often offered as part of an Instant Messaging package. Nebraska State Patrol Sergeant Scott Christensen says there is no reason for children to be in a chat rooms.

    Older Driver Resources

  • National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
  • Triple A

    Travel Smart
    If you're traveling by air, be sure to run through the checklist of what you're allowed to carry on board the plane. Visit the Transportation Security Administration's Web site.

    Track Your Teen
    Technology is making it possible for parents to keep a closer eye on what the kids are doing when they're behind the wheel. The technology is also available for commercial fleets. The RS-1000 on-board computer sells for $280 and installs easily in cars built in 1996 or later. Installation on older models requires a mechanic. For more information, visit the Road Safety Web site. The company's toll free phone number is: 1-800-252-2594.

    Work At Home Scams
    Protect yourself with some help from the Postal Inspection Service. Visit the Web site.

    Moving Troubles?
    Visit the Move Rescue Web site.

    Cut Your Grocery Bill
    Get some money-saving, grocery shopping tips from the Ellie Kay & Company Web site.

    Download Discount Coupons

  • Smartsource.com
  • CoolSavings.com
  • CouponsNow.com

  • Wednesday, May 7th
    Save Gas By Carpooling
    Sign up to share a ride.

    Nebraska Gas Pump Inspection Findings

  • Click here to see how service stations across the state fared.

    In this report, you will see a fast column (f) and a slow column (s). That has to do with whether the pump was tested at the first handle notch or the last. A plus sign means the pump gave too much gas. A minus sign means the pump didn't give enough gas.

    The number represents a cubic inch. There are 231 cubic inches in a gallon. If the pump is minus 6 through 18, the station is notified. If the pump is minus 18 or more, the pump is shut down.

    Bluffs Interstate Renovation
    Track the construction plans and progress on the interstate system through Council Bluffs.

    Who's Afraid of Smart Women?

  • Click here.

    Reinventing My Normal

  • Click here

    Omaha Neighborhood Cleanup
    Call the city’s neighborhood cleanup hotline at 444-4636 for a list of dump sites. There are six designated cleanup days, one for each part of the city:

  • May 10 – Southwest Omaha
  • May 17 – Northwest Omaha

    Electronic Recycling

  • buymytronics.com

    Avoiding Your Own Recession

  • Smart Woman
  • Financial Counseling
  • Credit Counseling

    Baby Carrier Recall

  • Click here for details.

    Healthiest Restaurants

  • Click here

    PetSafeHouse
    Click here for information on assistance for victims of domestic violence and their pets.

    Chef's Corner
    Working the earth to keep fit.

    Ship Luggage Before You Fly
    Check luggageforward.com or luggagefree.com for details.

    The Circus Workout

  • Click here.

    Council Bluffs School Changes

  • Review the Proposals

    Economic Stimulus Estimate
    The IRS helps you calculate the size of your check.

    Technology Trouble
    The physical stress of too much technology.

    Toasters Recalled
    Thousands of electric toasters have been recalled due to a potential fire threat.

    What to Buy When

  • Prepare for the best sales.

    Toasters Recalled
    Hamilton Beach has recalled toasters that can remain on.

    You Want Blog With That?
    Bloggers tackle the culinary arts at slashfood.com

    Pet Licensing Information

  • Click here.

    Blood Donations

  • Click here for information.

    Make Your Home Eco-Friendly
    Click here to learn how.

    Magnetic Darts Recalled
    Magnets pose potential health threat to kids.

    Affirmative Action
    Click here for more information.

    Summer Jobs
    The time is now for teens to start lining up that summer job. Click here or call 342-2200.

    Tipping Stoves Settlement
    Repairs are being offered as part of a settlement involving Sears stoves that can tip over. Click here for details.

    Make a Million

  • Smart Woman Report

    Women Entrepreneurs

  • Web site

    Electric Cars Recalled
    Short circuits pose fire hazard.

    Liberty Tax Returns
    Free filings for taxpayers who don't meet regular filing requirements. To see who qualifies or to make an appointment, click here.

    Home-Based Business

  • Christian Work at Home Moms

    Curb the Calls
    Register your cell phones to avoid unwanted text messages: Click here.

    Nutrition On The Go
    Get instant nutritional information (calories, fat, protein) of menu items from 1,700 restaurants on your cell phone via diet.com.

    Child Safety Seat Inspections
    Make sure your child safety seat is properly installed. Click here to locate inspection stations in our area.

    Glue Gun Recall
    Glue guns sold at Dollar Tree stores can short circuit, causing the gun to smoke and catch fire.

    Opportunity@Work
    Opportunity@Work helps employees make better financial choices.

    Divide The Ride
    Set up a car pool for the kids.

    Cooking For Canines
    Click here for ideas on how to make healthy, homemade meals for your dog.

    Start A Business From Home
    For information on turning your idea into a marketable product, visit mominventors.com.

    To learn about options to work from home contact Kimberly Chickinelli at kchickcmc@tconl.com.

    Children’s Trailer Bicycle Recall

  • Click here

    Digital TV
    For more information about the switch to digital TV check dtvanswers.com. To apply for a $40 coupon, visit dtv2009.gov or call 1-888-388-2009.

    Video Game Report Card
    The National Institute on Media and the Family has issued its 2007 video game report card; a buying guide for parents. Click here to read a pdf copy of the findings.

    Second-Hand Fat
    A new report suggests that those you associate with can have an impact on your waistline. Click here.

    Flight Information
    For up-to-the-minute flight delay data, go to the source, the FAA Air Traffic Control System Command Center Web site.

    American Red Cross
    Click Here to visit the Heartland chapter.

    Do Not Call Registry
    People who signed up at the beginning of the program will be removed from the list next year unless Congress and the President make the list permanent. To avoid being dropped, you can register again.

    Teen DriveCam
    For more information about the DriveCam, click here.
    Drivers with American Family Insurance can call (402) 498-HELP for details on how to get the device for free.

    Scott Flansburg, The Human Calculator
    A man you can count on.

    Omaha Police Department's Citizen Programs

  • Click here.

    VINE Link
    Check the status of inmates. Click here. Find additional information on the VINE Link program on the Iowa Attorney General's Web site.

    HIV Screening
    Find out where testing is available in Nebraska by visiting the Health and Human Services Web site or by calling 800-782-2437.

    Passport Fee Refunds
    Refund applications should be sent to the following address:
    Department of State,
    Passport Services/PPS/Refunds,
    2100 Pennsylvania Ave. NW,
    Washington, DC 20037-3202

    Warning Signs of Meth Use

  • Click here for more information.

    Help for Homeless Teens
    The number of homeless teens in the metro doubles during the summer months. Youth Emergency Services has launched its new campaign to raise awareness and support for at-risk teens. For more information call 345-5187 or visit the Web site.

    Travel Smart and Save Money

  • Seat Guru
  • Via Michelin
  • Smart Woman

    Flooding and Insurance Flood Smart

    Saving the Steam
    Missouri Valley is clinging to part of its past with the restoration of a tiny train. Click here for additional information.

    Trans Fat Test

  • Click here.

    Nebraska Donor Registry

  • Click here.

    Breast Cancer Screening Recommendation
    The American Cancer Society added an MRI in its recommendation for breast cancer screenings for women. Click here for more information.

    Control Your Spending
    Click here for help with out-of-control spending.

    Getting Kids off ADHD Drugs

  • Click here.

    Sleep Without Sedatives

  • Click here

    Foster Parents
    To find out more on becoming a foster parent visit one of the following web sites:

  • Nebraska Health & Human Services
  • Camelot Care Centers
  • Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Association

    Training for your Dog

  • Click here

    Women and Heart Disease
    Learn the risks and preventive measures. Click here.

    Sales Tax Resources

  • Nebraska businesses can find out how much sales tax they should be charging their customers by clicking here.
  • Consumers entitled to a refund for overpaid sales taxes can, click here for the form needed.

    Stop The Violence
    To Report Violence:
    NAACP Hotline: 345-6227
    email: stopviolencestop@yahoo.com
    For future activities:

  • Click here.

    Cell Phones For Shelters

  • Drop off locations

    Concealed Carry Permits
    Click here for a summary of the requirements and what you will need to acquire a permit.

    Cyber Security
    Some help from Consumer Reports. Click here.

    Air Fare Shopping
    Visit farecompare.com

    Youthbuild Omaha
    This program offers education and work to unemployed high school dropouts between the ages of 16 and 24. If you would like to enroll, call Herman Bown at (402) 457-7840 or click here for more details.

    Protecting The Kids

  • Nebraska Sex Offender Registry
  • Iowa Sex Offender Registry

    Boys Town National Hotline
    Call the 24-hour hotline at 1-800-448-3000, or try chatting or emailing at the Boys Town website.

    Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
    Visit the Web site.

    Low Income Child Care Options

  • The Educare Center
  • Child Saving Institute
  • Salvation Army Stepping Stones
  • Wellspring
  • Salvation Army Stepping Stones can be reached by phone at 898-5900

    Nebraska Humane Society
    Visit the Web site.

    NotMyKid
    Click here to visit the Web site.

    United Network for Organ Sharing
    Visit the Web site.

    Online Family Health Portrait
    Keep track of the family history. Click here.

    Online Safety
    Keep the kids safe. Click here.

    VA Credit Monitoring
    The Department of Veterans Affairs will provide one year of free credit monitoring to those whose personal information was compromised by the recent theft of VA data. For additional information, click here.

    Consumer Fraud Awareness
    Get answers about protecting yourself. Click here.

    Fighting Back Against Domestic Abuse
    Visit the Domestic Violence Coordinating Council Web site.

    Better Doctors
    If you are looking for a new doctor and want a list of the top docs across the country, click here.

    Microsoft Downloads
    For more information on Microsoft downloads, click here.

    Cell Phone Drivers
    For results of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's study on drivers who talk on their cell phones while on the road,click here.

    Dining In Iowa
    There's a tool to help you refine your dining plans in Iowa. The state has a Web site that allows you to access restaurant inspection reports. Click here.

    March of Dimes, Nebraska Chapter

  • Visit the Web site.

    Household Waste

  • If you live in Sarpy or Douglas County, there's no charge to make a trip to Under The Sink where you can unload hazardous household goods. The facility is located at 4001 S. 120th Street. You can visit the Web site for more details or call 444-7465 for a list of products acceptable for drop-off. Drop-off is by appointment only.
  • Click here for information on the Council Bluffs Recycling Center Household Hazardous Waste.

    Literacy Center for the Midlands
    Call: 402-342-READ (7323) or visit the Web site.

    Reach Out & Read

  • Web site

    Web Safety
    Ways To Keep Kids Safe on the Internet:

  • Wired Safety
  • iSafe
    Tips for Parents
    Predators use
  • Chat rooms
  • e-mail
  • profiles
  • Instant Messaging
    Safeguards
    1. Spend time with your children online
    2. Keep the computer in an open area
    3. Talk with your child about who they meet in chat rooms
    4. Review your computer files often
    5. Respect your child's privacy regarding e-mail, but ask for a list of all the aliases (user names) of his/her friends

    Gasoline Information Resources

  • Nebraskans can find out more about how gas prices are calculated on the Attorney General’s Web site. Look for the Gasoline Education link under Quick Links.
  • Anyone with concerns about gasoline stations manipulating prices can call the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division at 402-471-2682 or 800-727-6432.
  • The Nebraska Energy Office will continue to monitor prices and supplies of fuel products and has information online. Consumers can also monitor state and national fuel price averages online.
  • More information is available on the U.S. Department of Energy Web site.

    Organ Donations
    Visit the Nebraska Organ Recovery System Web site.

    Call 2-1-1
    Serves Nebraska & Iowa
    Staffed 24 hours a day
    Access United Way's community resource directory

  • Click here to visit the Web site.

    Child Saving Institute
    Click here for information on pregnancy services

    Omaha Healthy Start
    Charles Drew Health Center
    2915 Grant Street
    Omaha, NE 68111
    454-BABY (2229)

    Metro Poison Control Center Hot Line

  • 955-5555
    National Poison Control Hot Line
  • 1-800-222-1222.

    Going Somewhere?
    Call up Triple-A's Fuel Cost Calculator. It will help you wrestle with those soaring gasoline prices. Click here.

    Bone Health Resources

  • National Dairy Council
  • 3-A-Day for Stronger Bones
  • CDC's National Bone Health Campaign
  • National Osteoporosis Foundation
  • Surgeon General's Report on Bone Health
  • Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005
  • NIH - Osteoporosis and Other Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center

    Automotive Calculators
    Looking for a new vehicle? Use Consumer Reports' Automotive Calculators to find your best deal

  • Tuesday, May 6th
  • When: Friday, May 9, 2008
  • Time: 6 p.m. to Midnight
  • Where: River City Star Landing - 151 Freedom Park Road
  • Cost: $25 in advance
    $30 at the door
    $20 students with 2008 tassels in advance
    $25 students with tassels at the door
    $50 VIP dinner on the boat
  • Ticket Sales: Hollywood Candy - 501 S. 13th St., NAP Board Members or at the door
  • What: Fund-raiser for the Nebraska AIDS Project
  • Keep Your Home
    Get information on foreclosure prevention and scam awareness at:

    Washington Library Branch
    28th and Ames
    1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
    Saturday, May 10th

    Appointments encouraged. Call 402-502-6699, ext. 4.
    Homeowners must bring all mortgage documents, proof of household income and recent bank statements.

    Information on Sex Offenders

  • Nebraska Sex Offender Registry
  • Iowa Sex Offender Registry
  • Family Watchdog

    Nebraska Heart Gallery
    View photos of children hoping to be adopted.

    Check Status Of Your Tax Refund

  • Nebraska
  • Iowa
  • Federal

    Floating Plattsmouth
    As the U.S. Navy prepares to build new ships, Plattsmouth City Councilman Terry Tilson would like to see one of those new vessels named the USS Plattsmouth. He's pushing for a letter-writing campaign to help. Letters can be sent to:

  • USS Plattsmouth
    c/o/Terry D. Tilson
    City Hall
    136 North 5th St.
    Plattsmouth, NE. 68048

    Big Brothers Big Sisters

  • Click here.

    Project Aspire
    Learn more about this program bringing health education into classrooms in hopes of also getting students interested in pursuing a career in the field of health and medicine.

    Dart Board Recall

  • Click here

    Economic Stimulus Checks

  • Get Rebate Information

    CPR Tips

  • Heart Of The Matter

    Douglas County Property Tax Information

  • County Assessor

    Radiation Therapy Q&A

  • National Cancer Institute.

    Snoring Solutions
    Dr. Craig Schwimmer
    The Snoring Center
    Park Cities Medical Plaza
    6901 Snider Plaza, Suite 225
    Dallas, TX 75205
    Phone : 214.369.2345
    Fax : 214.369.7464

  • Web Site

    2008 Best Auto Values

  • Click here

    Parent Chaperoning

  • click here

    Child Car Seat Recall
    Combi USA child car seats should be used without bases, otherwise the seats could disconnect in a front-end collision, putting children at risk for injury. To receive a free repair kit call 1-800-543-7734.

    Toy Chopper Recall
    Remote-controlled helicopters are being recalled because the rechargeable battery poses a fire hazard.

    Project Lifeline
    In danger of losing your home? Click here for help.

    Teen Dating Violence
    Click here for more information and resources on how to get help.

    VBLOC Therapy
    Is VBLOC Therapy right for you? Call 1-866-97V-BLOC for more information.

    Global Warming

  • Focus The Nation

    Inflammatory Breast Cancer
    Visit the Mayo Clinic Web site and the National Cancer Institute Web site.

    Journal of the American Medical Association

  • Click here.

    Southwest Sale
    Check out the special fares offered by Southwest Airlines.

    Radon Testing Kits
    Grant funding is providing Radon testing kits to metro neighborhood associations for distribution. Interested neighborhood associations and environmental groups are asked to call the Douglas County Health Department’s Environmental Health Section at 444-7485 for information on a free radon testing kit. They will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. Anyone living outside the grant area is encouraged to contact the Nebraska Radon Program, 301 Centennial Mall South, Lincoln, NE 68509. Test kits are $5 and include analysis. Checks should be made out to Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.

  • Click here for additional information.

    In Iowa, Radon test kits and information can be obtained by calling the Iowa AIR Coalition of Public Health Officials at (800) 206-7818 or the American Lung Association at (800) LUNGUSA (586-4872). A free radon information packet can be obtained from the Iowa Radon Program by calling (800) 383-5992. Test kits are simple to use and typically cost under $20.

  • Additional information about radon can be found at on the Web.

    Weight Loss Scams
    Lose pounds, not dollars. Avoid scams by first checking with the Omaha Better Business Bureau before signing up.

    Red Cross Blood Donations

  • 1-800-GIVE-LIFE
  • On the Web.

    Douglas County Assessor
    Questions about your Douglas County home assessment? Access the assessor here.

    Toaster Recall
    Click here for product info.

    I-80 Wish List Survey
    What's on your I-80 wish list for sprucing up the corrider between Omaha and Lincoln? Click here to submit your input.

    Pantry Raid
    Recommended best if used by timeline:

  • All purpose flour: 10 TO 15 MONTHS
  • Whole wheat flour: 1-2 MONTHS, FREEZER 6 MONTHS
  • Whole grains: 2-3 MONTHS, FREEZER ONE YEAR
  • White rice: INDEFINITELY
  • Brown rice: UP TO 6 MONTHS, FREEZER 1 YEAR
  • Dry pasta: ONE YEAR
  • Bread Crumbs: 3-6 MONTHS, FREEZER 2 YEARS
  • Coffee: 1-2 WEEKS
  • Brown Sugar: 4-6 MONTHS
  • White Sugar: INDEFINITELY
  • Honey: INDEFINITELY
  • Maple syrup: REFRIGERATOR 1 YEAR, FREEZER, INDEFINITE
  • Vegetable oil: 3 MONTHS, FRIDGE 6 MONTHS
  • Olive oil: 12 TO 18 MONTHS
  • Vinegar: 6 MONTHS
  • Mayonnaise: 2 MONTHS
  • Soy sauce: 1 YEAR
  • Worcestershire sauce: 12 YEARS
  • Salsa: UNOPENED 1 YEAR, OPEN 2 WEEKS
  • Spices: ONE YEAR
  • Peanut butter: 6 MONTHS
  • Eggs: 3-5 WEEKS
  • Pre-grated cheese: 3-4 WEEKS
  • Potatoes: 1 MONTH
  • Onions: 1-4 WEEKS
  • Nuts: 2-3 MONTHS

    Old Navy Recall
    Click here for info on the boys’ jacket recall.

    Tips for Gift Card Purchases
    1) Understand that even if the card has a Visa or MasterCard logo, it is not a credit card because it does not carry the same protections. If your card is lost or stolen, you will need to know the number on the card and report it to the retailer to get any protection.
    2) Ask about all terms and conditions, including expiration dates and any charges and fees that may apply. Ask for the information in writing, and be sure to inform the recipient of all special terms.
    3) Check on whether a “dormancy” fee applies. This fee can be automatically deducted from the balance of the card for each month the card is not used after a certain period of time.
    4) Find out where the gift card is accepted. If it is a store card, ask if it can be used at an affiliated store or at a store in another state.
    5) Ask what happens to any balance left on the card and how long you have to use it.

  • If you would like more information about gift cards, call the Nebraska Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division at (800) 727-6432 or visit online.

    Child Safety Seat Recall

  • Graco

    Migraine Study
    Visit the American Academy of Neurology Web site.

    Recalls

  • Kitchen Toys pose choking hazard.
  • Humidifiers pose fire risk.

    Lung Cancer Resources

  • Lung Cancer Alliance
  • Cancer.gov

    Bicycles Recalled
    Huffy is recalling thousands of bicycles due to a problem that can cause riders to lose control. Click here.

    Free UNMC Mini-Medical School & Health Screening
    Call 559-2900 or visit the Web site.

    Dogs in Danger
    Visit the Web site

    Sports Bottle Recall
    The Sports Authority is recalling aluminum water bottles sold between April 2006 and September 2007 due to excessive levels of lead. For more information call 1-800-360-8721 or click here.

    Project Nightlights

  • Visit the Web site.

    Target Plush Rattle Recall
    Beads pose a choking hazard to babies. Click here.

    Computing the Commuting
    A new study finds that commuter congestion is getting worse. Click here.

    Reality Wellness
    Visit the Web site.

    Mattel Recall
    Mattel has announced yet another round of recalls due to the potential threat of lead paint. Click here.

    The Money Trail
    The Nebraska Treasurer's office is building a Web site that promises to outline where tax dollars are being spent. You're invited to voice your opinion about what's included. Click here.

    Guard Against Identity Theft
    Get tips from Consumer Reports. Click here.

    Mattel Toy Recall Expanded
    Mattel has expanded a massive recall of toys. Click here for details.

    Journal of the American Medical Association
    Visit the Web site.

    Household Appliance Safety
    Click here for information about the Consumer Product Safety Commission's warning about entrapment dangers for children involving household appliances.

    Colon Cancer Screening
    Click here.

    Crash Test Results
    The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has released crash test results for SUVs, pickups and minivans. Click here.

    Google Gigs
    The first of approximately 200 jobs that will be available as Google sets up shop in Council Bluffs are already posted.
    Click here.

    Breast Cancer Prevention
    Women with a family history of breast cancer are often advised to undergo genetic testing. A gene mutation can signal a higher risk for breast cancer and ovarian cancer. For additional information visit the Journal of the American Medical Association Web site.

    O! Public Art Project
    Twenty-two O! statues have been place across the city. To see a list of sites click here.

    Ovarian Cancer Awareness
    Walk for the Whisper American Cancer Society National Ovarian Cancer Coalition

    Home Valuation Information
    To find out your Douglas County property valuation: Click here

    Postpartum Depression Resources
    Women's Health Medline Plus Postpartum Support International Web MD

    Health Coverage Deception
    Nebraska Consumer Alert.

    Donate Blood
    Click here for information.

    The Martian Chronicles
    This just in from the Red Planet. Visit NASA's home page for the Mars Rovers Spirit and Opportunity.

    Treating Varicose Veins
    Click here for information on the VNUS Closure Procedure.

    The Fine Print
    Shop smart. Click the links below: mouseprint.org BBB

    Keep Kids Alive -- Drive 25
    Click here

    Labor Law Posters
    For free copies Click here.

    Art on Screen
    A dream of cultural enhancement for the metro is one step closer to reality. It's arriving in the form of the Ruth Sokolof Theater.

    Cleaning House