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Tim
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Freelance writer and Cat Dad based in Omaha. You can see my work at authory.com/Tim-Trudell & thewalkingtourists.com.
I'm Washington state-bound for the Thanksgiving holiday with my daughters. We're big sides fans, so Turkey Day will be a yummy experience in Tacoma.

My latest article for The Walking Tourists looks at Americans' favorites side dishes for the holiday.

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Thanksgiving '25: What's on your plate? - The Walking Tourists
Growing up in rural Nebraska, our family Thanksgiving dinners included turkey and ham as co-main entrees. I’ve been told by others that’s a rarity in Nebraska. Some people have told […]
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November 25, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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November 25, 2025 at 10:42 AM
A family's loss led the parents to start a new in-home care service. Today, their daughter continues the legacy.

My latest article for Midlands Business Journal.

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A Legacy of Love and Care: How One Family’s Loss Inspired a Lifeline for Others
John and Virginia Walker recognized the need for in-home care after spending their days and nights caring for their son, Thomas, who had brain cancer.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Looking for something fun to do this holiday season? Head out to explore Nebraska's attractions on this year's Holiday Passport.

My latest Boomer Destinations article for Boomer Radio.

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Boomer Destinations: Visit Nebraska 2025 Holiday Passport
Boomer Destinations: 2025 Visit Nebraska Holiday Passport By Tim Trudell It’s beginning to look like…Visit Nebraska’s Holiday Passport season. Grab your favorite warm holiday drink and explore this ye...
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November 23, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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November 23, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Nebraska and Iowa nonprofits are among the recipients of a special community program sponsored by First National Bank of Omaha. FNBO's grants have helped organizations feed people, start businesses and more.

I'm honored to share this for Omaha Magazine.

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FNBO Impact Grants Build Stronger Women-Led Futures -
Having helped enterprises of all sizes for decades across eight states, FNBO offers philanthropic support in communities using a three-pronged approach—community donations, event sponsorships, and imp...
www.omahamagazine.com
November 22, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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November 22, 2025 at 12:57 PM
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November 21, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Food insecurity is real. Millions of people struggle to put food on the table.

My latest article for The Walking Tourists looks at food insecurity and ways people are helping their neighbors.

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Helping others: Omaha-area food pantry tips, locations - The Walking Tourists
Imagine going to bed having not eaten all day. Or being a parent and skipping a meal, so your child gets something to eat that day. Some parents lay in […]
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November 20, 2025 at 9:49 PM
“I appreciate other people’s enthusiasm for my picks and finds. It feels good hearing people say, ‘I remember this,’ or ‘My grandma had that.’”

My latest veterans-related story for Midlands Business Journal.

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Vintage Finds Bring Joy: Navy Vet Turns Collection into Thriving Omaha Business
Steve Basilico bought a building on Leavenworth Street thinking he’d store his landscaping equipment there. But then it struck him: he could display his years of collectibles on the main
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November 20, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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November 20, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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I think we'll put a cup here. Oh, this saucer can use a cup. Now, let's add some black coffee to this one. Mixing a little white with the black to create cream in this cup.
November 19, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Aires Reis has said when the last POW/MIA comes home, he'll close up his shop. The retired Navy sailor is that committed to suppirting his fellow military brothers and sisters.

My article for the Midlands Business Journal looks at the success of Reis' Bakery.

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Navy Vet Honors Missing: Fresh Pastries Paired with Tribute to Fallen Heroes
Walking into Reis’ Bakery, customers immediately notice the table in the corner, draped with a white tablecloth. An empty chair in front of a single dinner setting, with a red
www.mbj.com
November 18, 2025 at 8:52 PM
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November 18, 2025 at 10:31 AM
November 17, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Following her time in the Army, Bobbi Calderon continued her life of service by offering her laundry's help with community organizations.

My latest article for Midlands Business Journal.

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Army Vet Serves Community: Bobbi Calderon finds Purpose in Council Bluffs Laundry
Bobbi Calderon means it when she says business is all about people. It was people who led her to buy Home Style Laundry and Dry Cleaners in 2006.
www.mbj.com
November 17, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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November 17, 2025 at 9:13 AM
What do the military and University of Nebraska sports have in common? Husker Hounds.

My Veterans Day article for Midlands Business Journal looks at the business Army veteran Scott Strunc and his wife created out of love for the Huskers.

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Big Red Loyalty Pays Off: Scott Strunc Builds Business on Nebraska Fan Dedication
Scott Strunc should have known he was destined to own a business related to the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Growing up a Husker fan, he attended games early in his childhood. That
www.mbj.com
November 16, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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November 14, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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November 13, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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November 12, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Exchanging wings for a dust cloth may not be the typical dream, but one Air Force veteran thought it was a great business decision.

My latest for The Omaha Daily Record.

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From Patrolling The Sky To Cleaning Houses: Air Force Veteran Transitions Military Skills To Running A Franchise
Dan Schultz likely could have had his pick of jobs when he retired from the Air Force. Defense-related contractor positions were within his grasp. With two master's degrees, maybe he could have used h...
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November 11, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Native Americans serve in the US military on a per capita basis more than any other ethnic group, despite their historical and current mistreatment.

Here's my look at Native patriotism for The Walking Tourists.

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Native American patriotism strong despite history - The Walking Tourists
Spending a weekend in Santee, Nebraska, at our tribe’s annual powwow, I was reminded of the patriotism Native Americans share with their fellow non-Native citizens. Statistically, Native Americans ser...
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November 11, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Columbus, Ohio, is home to the only national museum dedicated to military veterans in the United States.

Hers a look back at my visit there for Next Avenue.

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November 11, 2025 at 2:33 PM