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American Indigenous Tourism Association Announces Awardees of 2025 Excellence in Indigenous Tourism Awards - American Indigenous Tourism Association

Agua Caliente Cultural Plaza, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Choctaw Cultural Center, Wahpepah’s Kitchen, Billie Jean Guerrero of Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe, Tyler Bell of Mississippi Band of Choctaw I...

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Tim @timtrudell.bsky.social · 3h

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How do you overcome disengagement as an employee? As a manager, how do you help team members feel appreciated and accepted?

The Greater Omaha Chamber's POWER Conference dug deep into work-related challenges.

My article for the Omaha Daily Record.

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From Disengagement to Connection: Building Cultures Where People Matter

Successful organizations build a culture of human connection and belonging in order to attract and retain top talent, said an internationally-recognized author during the Omaha Chamber's POWER Confere...

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Today kicks off Native American Heritage Month.

My nation's story began in Minnesota. How did the Santee end up in Nebraska?

Here's a look at our history. We've made the best of it.

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History lesson: The Santee 38+2 - The Walking Tourists

On Dec. 26, 1862, 38 of our iSanti Dakotah ancestors were publicly executed for their alleged roles during the Dakota-US War earlier that year. It remains the largest mass execution […]

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Jean Mason grew up to be an artist. Her mom instilled that passion in her. Now, the artist with a studio at Hot Shops leads a group of urban artists sharing Omaha's beauty.

My latest article for Omaha Magazine.

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Jean Mason’s Urban Sketchers Find Beauty in Every Street Scene - Omaha Magazine

Statues of jazz singers frozen in time harken back to the rich musical history of North 24th Street. A burst of bright yellow flowers bloom nearby. It’s a view from the Union for Contemporary Arts tha...

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Tim @timtrudell.bsky.social · 4d

Ghoul morning. Happy Halloween.

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CBS gutted its race and culture unit as about 100 staffers across the news division were let go.

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CBS News staffers lose jobs in ‘bloodbath’ as part of sweeping cuts from Paramount

Paramount laying off about 1,000 staffers, including some in news, on Wednesday amid longer-term cost-cutting plan

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Tim @timtrudell.bsky.social · 5d

Automation brings new challenges to the manufacturing industry. Companies are taking up the mantra to find a new breed of blue collar workers.

My latest article for Midlands Business Journal.

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Manufacturing Week: Nebraska Companies Embrace Technology for Production, Recruitment

Manufacturing remains a key player in Nebraska, adding about $20 billion annually to the state’s economy as automation has created new opportunities for blue-collar workers, say workplace experts.

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Employee Stock Ownership Plans offer employees an opportunity to become invested in their company as employee-owners.

October is ESOP Month. My article for Midlands Business Journal.

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Owning the Dream: Stock Ownership Plans Build Strong Companies

It’s the American dream to be your own boss. Amanda Sullivan has been a business owner twice, thanks to employee stock options.

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Did you have a favorite candy you coveted receiving for Halloween as a kid? Do you have a preferred candy to hand out? For some trick-or-treaters, candy corn will find its way into their bags.

My latest for The Walking Tourists.

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Halloween '25: Candy corn, anyone? - The Walking Tourists

Pumpkins, candy, and out-costuming the next person dominate mid-autumn as the Halloween tradition owns October. Forget driving the countryside to take in views of leaves changing colors or dressing wa...

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The Fremont Area Chamber of Commerce to recognize the social and economic impact of Hispanic businesses on the Nebraska community.

My latest for the Fremont Tribune.

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Hispanic Business Banquet celebrates impactful Fremont area companies, individuals

The second annual Hispanic Business Awards will celebrate five people and businesses for their roles in Fremont's Latino community during a celebration at City Auditorium on Nov. 14.

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"Thrifting" is a way of life - a calling for some people. And don't mistake thrifting for antiquing.

My latest article for Omaha Magazine.

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Thrifted Treasures: Omaha Homeowners Make Pre-Loved Finds Shine - Omaha Magazine

While most people seek decorating inspiration by browsing department and home décor stores, Janice Lang channels her inner interior decorator with trips to local thrift stores.

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Tim @timtrudell.bsky.social · 11d

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It’s troubling which news outlets are no longer at the Pentagon.

Just as troubling is which outlets and so-called “journalists” are.

A look at the outlets who signed the Pentagon's press policy.

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The Pentagon’s new press corps — journalists or advocates? - Poynter

When real reporters walked out, the Pentagon handed press badges to the MyPillow crowd and MAGA influencers

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Tim @timtrudell.bsky.social · 12d

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Atchison is considered the most-haunted city in Kansas. My visit there took a personal turn during a tour of the McInteer Villa.

Check out my story in this month's Boomer Destinations.

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Boomer Destinations: Atchinsons, KS

Boomer Destinations: Atchinson, Kansas By Tim Trudell Growing up, we’ve all heard ghost stories, whether they were told around campfires or, in my case, by older brothers at bedtime with hopes of crea...

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