Making It Work: Three Local Businesses Thriving in Omaha

Many small businesses in the Omaha metro area have gotten creative over the last year and a half. Some of these ventures discovered their new modes of industry enabled them to thrive.

Oct 1, 2021

By Ryan Borchers

WI16: Bookstores Emphasize Community

Despite the Covid pandemic, entrepreneurs across the country continue to open bookstores, with the ABA reporting that 27 new bookstores opened since September 1. Each of these stores is unique, but all of the new store owners PW spoke with have a common goal: they are filling essential niches in their communities.

Feb 5, 2021

By Claire Kirch, Midwest Correspondent, Publisher Weekly

Shop the Heartland: The Book Nook

PAPILLION, Neb. (KMTV) — Research reveals that reading reduces stress, increases your vocabulary and makes you more knowledgeable.

Jan 21, 2021

By Serese Cole, KMTV News

A New Bookstore In Downtown Papillion

A student-run organization at Papillion-La Vista High School, discuss the new opening of a bookstore during the times of a pandemic.

Dec 15, 2020

By PLV Media Show, Papillion-La Vista Senior High School

Buying local: The Book Nook is welcomed to Papillion

Downtown Papillion has a new, locally owned bookshop. The Book Nook opened about two weeks ago on Washington Street and business owner, DaRonn Washington said that it is a dream come true for him.

Oct 21, 2020

By Katrina Markel, Staff Writer, Omaha World-Herald