Category Archives: Benson in the News

Old Benson Photos & Videos Wanted!

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

To commemorate the past 125 years, we are collecting vintage photos and videos of Benson’s past. If you have images of the buildings, people and/or places from 1887 through 1990, please share them with us! We’ll make digital copies and … Continue reading →

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Louis Market Closing

Posted on January 5, 2012 by

City Councilman Pete Festersen shot us this message about Louis Market: I’ve been in contact with a part owner of the property several times in the last few weeks.  The site is for sale and they are interested in redevelopment … Continue reading →

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New Street Lights Coming to Downtown Benson

Posted on December 22, 2011 by

On Tuesday, December 20th the Omaha City Council unanimously approved $45,250.00 for OPPD to install new, brighter, energy-efficient LED streetlights along Maple in downtown Benson. The Benson Business Improvement District will repay the costs (with interest) to the City over … Continue reading →

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Former Bunny to enter Running Club Hall of Fame.

Posted on November 20, 2011 by

Today former Benson Bunny Greg Carlberg will be inducted into the Omaha Running Club’s Hall of Fame. For more information, check out the article in yesterday’s Omaha World Herald. Published Saturday November 19, 2011 Two will be inducted into Hall of … Continue reading →

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