The introduction on page 7 ("Something Very Good is Happening Here") was written by one of my favorites, former sports editor and current columnist, Michael Kelly. I could tell it was done with an enormous sense of pride in Omaha.
While reading the article, I found myself noting similarities between Omaha and Louisville. Please don't laugh, but in its own way, Louisville has many items of interest and things to boast about, just like our larger neighbor to the north.
Louisville is so fortunate to have an active business district. The city has over two blocks of businesses on both sides of main street busy with shoppers and, it you look at the license plates of the parked cars, not just from our community.
Louisville has done well in attracting visitors to our town. This past weekend's town BBQ was another example of Louisville pitching in, along with this spring's "Air Your Art in Louisville" and the always popular "Ringing in the Season" in December.... there's community pride on display. The recent "Last Hot Sunday in July" car show was a great example of the town putting its best foot forward with many out-of-towners having a chance to see why we have chosen to reside in Louisville.
You want recreation? The Louisville area can boast of the Louisville SRA, Schram State Park, Platte River State Park and Mahoney State Park. Name another small town that has this many nearby outdoor activities to experience.
Just as Kelly noted Omaha being in the middle of the country as a strong point, Louisville's location between the two largest cities in the state is a distinct asset. Both Omaha and Lincoln offer those in the area a chance to take advantage of entertainment possibilities that only cities can attract. I enjoy attending Omaha Royals baseball games but look forward to cheering on local baseball and softball teams just as much. I've attended shows at the Omaha Playhouse but have to rate productions at The Lofte featuring local talent just as entertaining. The Louisville High School Pops concert is the one musical event I will not miss yet I've passed on every concert at the Qwest. Granted, Lincoln has the Huskers but attending the Lions' football games are just as much fun.
Just as Michael Kelly has lived his adult life in Omaha, I've lived my adult life in Louisville and can say that I'm proud to be from this town and look forward to its continued growth while maintaining a small town atmosphere. There's definitely something very good happening here.
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Mike, the work that you do here is outstanding!! During the course of last year, I heard from 3 different Communities that they look to Louisville for their local team sports, because your work is so excellent! (Not sure what they do when they are not playing our LIONS, but hey! Point at any other town our size with such PRO Level Coverage, Stats, Pics and more!
Looking Good!!
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