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Nebraska Walk for Life
2025-02-01 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Nebraska State Capitol, 1445 K St., Lincoln, NE, 68508, United States
The 2025 Nebraska Walk For Life is scheduled for Saturday, February 1, 2025. The walk will commence at Nebraska State Capitol (1445 K St, Lincoln, NE 68508) at 10:00 AM, followed by the keynote speech at the Cornhusker Marriott (333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE, 68508) at 11:30 AM.
The keynote speaker for the Walk is Elizabeth Gillette. Elizabeth Gillette writes and speaks about how love conquers the tragedy of abortion. Having experienced abortion firsthand, she has found healing and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. She is now a mother of four and a passionate advocate for life.

DCRP Bowling at Bowlatorium
2025-02-20 17:30 | ICC Bowlatorium and Gymnasium, 2701 S 25th St., Omaha, NE, 68105, United States
DCRP, TF47 & Friends,
We WON but we are not done – Let’s celebrate! Learn more about our work to register voters, get out the vote, and so much more.
Bowling at Bowlatorium
Immaculate Conception – 2701 S 25th St – Omaha

Open bowling (includes shoes) $25.
Dinner & dessert $10, drinks for purchase.

Cash only on day of event – adults only.
Please RSVP here.

Nebraskans Embracing Life Banquet
2025-02-08 17:30 - 21:00 | German-American Society, 3717 So. 120th St, Omaha, NE, United States
Nebraskans Embracing Life is hosting their 51st Annual Celebration of Life Banquet on Saturday, February 8, 2025. The event features the keynote speaker Dr. Monica Migliorino Miller, a prominent pro-life leader, Red Rose Rescue author, professor, activist, and lifesaver from Citizens for a Pro-Life Society. The special presentation will be given by Dr. Pat Castle, founder and director of LIFE Runners. The Master of Ceremonies will be Chip Maxwell, former Nebraska state senator, conservative commentator, teacher, and book author.

Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm Social, 6:30 pm Dinner & Program
Place: German American Society
Location: 3717 S 120th Street, Omaha, NE 68144
Cost: Reservations $75 or table of ten $700

Click here to register or call 402-399-0299.

Pachyderm Luncheon with Sheriff Aaron Hanson
2025-02-10 11:30 - 13:00 | German-American Society, 3717 So. 120th St, Omaha, NE, United States
Details

Date & Time: Feb 10 @ 11 AM
Location: The German-American Society, Main Room, 3717 S. 120th St
Cost: $25.00

John Sieler and the Greater Omaha Pachyderm Group invite you to join us for Douglas County Sheriff Aaron Hanson. Sheriff Hanson will be providing us with an update on when and how the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office interacts with federal authorities as it pertains to apprehending illegal immigrants. There will be time for Q & A. Lunch includes a plated meal with an entrée, potato or similar, vegetable, beverage, tax, and tip. Please note that the “Coffee Only” option is no longer available.
Please forward this invitation to Republicans who may be interested in attending but have not received an invitation.
To RSVP, please click here.

EPS Glow 2025 with Steventhen Holland
2025-02-13 05:30 - 21:00 | CHI Center, 455 N 10th St., Exhibit Hall C, Omaha, NE, 68147, United States
Essential Pregnancy Services welcomes you to GLOW.
This year’s GLOW Benefit Dinner (our 29th) promises to be the biggest ever. That means big things for women experiencing unexpected and under-supported pregnancies in the Omaha area. Your attendance and donations will be instrumental in strengthening their choice of life and their ability to best care for the beautiful new baby they bring into the world.
The keynote speaker, Steventhen Holland, is an Author, Recording Artist, passionate Worship Leader, motivational Speaker, national Pro-Life speaker, and founder of Broken Not Dead Ministries, a Non-Profit 501(c3). Steventhen lives in Alabama with his wife Rachel and their three daughters, Isabella, Eliana, and Kadence. Despite his own experiences with brokenness, he travels the country sharing messages of HOPE and RESTORATION for the BROKEN, built on the Gospel of Jesus Christ. With over 20 years of experience, Steventhen has been transformative as a speaker and worship leader at various events and venues nationwide.

Date: Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025
Time: 5:30PM Cocktail Hour | 6:30PM Dinner
Location: CHI Health Center — Grand Ballroom, 455 N 10th St, Omaha, NE 68102
Cost: $75 for individuals, $40 for students, with various sponsorship opportunities

To register for this event, click here.

Omaha Mayor Candidate Forum: Mike McDonnell & John Ewing
2025-02-15 08:30 - 22:30 | Centris HQ Building, 13120 Pierce St., Omaha, NE, 68144, United States
Mike McDonnell:
Mike McDonnell, a former state senator and fire chief, has entered the 2025 Omaha mayoral race. Previously a Democrat turned Republican, he’s known for his opposition to abortion and his role in maintaining Nebraska’s unique electoral vote distribution. His campaign focuses on public safety, pausing controversial projects like the streetcar for public vote, and listening to constituents.
John Ewing:
John Ewing, a Democrat with a long history in public service, currently serves as Douglas County Treasurer and was formerly with the Omaha Police Department. Running for mayor, Ewing emphasizes efficient city service delivery and fiscal responsibility, particularly critiquing tax increment financing. He aims to leverage his experience for better city management and community accessibility.

River City Republicans Luncheon with Mayor Jean Stothert
2025-02-19 11:30 | Legends Patio Grill and Bar, 6920 Pacific St suite 100, Omaha, 68106, United States
See you at River City Republicans new location!
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 @ 11:30 a.m.
Legends 6920 Pacific
Buffet Lunch $25 (unlimited Beverage only — $10)
Must have RSVP for food and beverage preparation!
Mayor Jean Stothert, State of the City
What achievements and growth are in Omaha’s future?
Q&A included

Can contracts for city projects actually be voided?
When will the Crossroads project be completed?
Violent crime is down, how does Omaha compare nationally?

… Join us, and bring your questions!
Click here to RSVP.

NOTICE River City Republicans We have a new lunch location at Legends 6920 Pacific and a new day: 3rd Wednesday each month.

Bernie Sanders "Fighting Oligarchy" Tour
2025-02-21 18:30 | Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District, 222 North 10th Street, Omaha, 68102, United States
Date and Time: Friday, Feb. 21, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
Location: (UPDATED)
Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District
Capitol Ballroom on the 2nd Floor
222 North 10th Street, Omaha, NE, 68102
U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders is set to kick off his new national tour, titled “Fighting Oligarchy: Where We Go From Here,” with an event in Omaha. This tour aims to address the influence of billionaires and large corporations on the national government and the perceived shift towards authoritarianism. Sanders, known for his strong performances in past Democratic presidential primaries, will use this platform to discuss critical issues affecting the working class in the Midwest. During the town hall at the union hall, he plans to delve into strategies for resisting what he describes as moves towards authoritarianism, oligarchy, and kleptocracy led by figures like President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
The event will open its doors at 5:30 p.m. While tickets aren’t necessary, attendees are encouraged to RSVP. Note that guns, signs, and bags are not permitted inside the venue.
Register here.

Nebraskans for Founders' Values Legislature 101 Workshop (Omaha)
2025-02-22 09:00 | Nebraskans for Founders Values
Nebraskans for Founders’ Values (NFFV) Legislature 101 Workshop in Omaha
Senator Kathleen Kauth Guest Speaker

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 9 am
Lord of Hosts Church 5351 S. 139th Plaza, Omaha, NE

Learn how the Nebraska Legislature works and how to be involved. Government FOR the people, BY the people. Senator Kauth will answer your questions at the end of her presentation. Mark Your Calendars!

Pachyderm Luncheon with Douglas County Commissioner Mike Friend
2025-02-24 11:30 | German-American Society, 3717 So. 120th St, Omaha, NE, United States
Greater Omaha Pachyderm Luncheon Group

Guest: Douglas County Commissioner Mike Friend
Date & Time: February 24, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Check-in and networking at 11:25 AM, meeting starts at 12:00 PM, buffet served 11:40 AM – 11:59 AM)
Location: German American Society Main Room, 3717 S. 120th Street, Omaha
Cost: $25 (includes salad, main entrée, potato or similar, vegetable, beverage, tax, and tip)

Commissioner Friend will update us on the Douglas County Board, followed by Q&A.
RSVP Here
Mike Friend (born October 4, 1961) represents District 7 on the Douglas County Board since 2020, chairing the Criminal Justice subcommittee and co-chairing the Finance and Budget subcommittee. A Creighton graduate (BA, Mass Communications, 1985), he worked in newspapers, technical writing at First National Bank of Omaha, and now owns an insurance agency with Farm Bureau Financial Services. Previously, he served in the Nebraska Legislature (2002-2010) and as the first Director of the State Office of Violence Prevention.
Mike Friend
Commissioner Michael Friend (born October 4, 1961) will provide an update on the Douglas County Board, followed by a Q&A session. Representing District 7 since his election in November 2020, Friend chairs the Criminal Justice subcommittee and co-chairs the Finance and Budget subcommittee. Born in Omaha, he graduated from Millard South High School (1980) and earned a BA in Mass Communications from Creighton University (1985). His career spans newspaper work, technical and business writing at First National Bank of Omaha, business development, fundraising, and now owning an insurance agency with Farm Bureau Financial Services.
Friend previously served in the Nebraska Legislature (2002–2010) for District 10, chairing the Urban Affairs Committee, and was appointed by Governor Dave Heineman as the first Director of the State Office of Violence Prevention. He and his wife, Jacqueline, a licensed insurance agent, raised four children: Megan (30), Andrew (28, 1st LT in the U.S. Army), Elizabeth (25, Speech Pathologist), and Caroline (22, Graphic Artist). Friend has served on boards including the Omaha Summer Arts Festival (2005–2006), Greater Omaha YMCA Youth Advisory Council (2006–2007), and as President of the Burke High School Gridiron Club (2009–2011).

Business and Professional People for Life Luncheon with Teresa Kenney
2025-03-06 11:30 - 13:00 | German-American Society, 3717 So. 120th St, Omaha, NE, United States
LUNCHEON DETAILS FOR MARCH 6, 2025
Please email your reservations to clairemariehartford@gmail.com or call 402-341-8886 on or before
Tuesday, March 4th. Please include your name or names for each person. More luncheon details:

Where: North Hall of the German-American Society, 3717 South 120 Street, Omaha (north hall)
When: Thursday, March 6 with social time at 11:30 am and lunch at noon
Price: $25 per person (includes venue, tax and gratuity)

THANK YOU FOR MAKING AN EARLY RESERVATION!
About the speaker
Teresa Kenney is a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner with 24 years of experience, who is also a prominent pro-life advocate. She is the host of “The Hormone Genius Podcast,” which has reached over 750,000 women. Teresa will be speaking at the BPPFL’s first luncheon of 2025, where she’ll discuss her pro-life activities. She has spoken at significant events like the 2025 Pro-Life Summit and SEEK 25. She has worked for the Saint Pope Paul VI Institute, Sancta Familia Medical Apostolate, and various FertilityCare organizations. Teresa is married with eight children, and has recently authored “The Happy Girl’s Guide to Being Whole.”

St. Patrick's Day Parade
2025-03-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Omaha, 1400 Farnam St., Omaha, NE, United States
The 2025 Omaha St. Patrick’s Day Parade is set to be a vibrant celebration of Irish culture, organized by the local chapter of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Scheduled for Saturday, March 8th, the parade will kick off with a line-up at 10:00 AM at 14th & Harney, with the procession beginning at 11:00 AM. It is a big event for candidates running for office. Come down to the Old Market in Downtown Omaha to walk with or see several of them.

The route will start at 15th & Harney, head east on Harney Street to 11th Street, turn south to Howard Street, and then proceed west to conclude at 14th and Howard. This family-friendly event promises a mix of marching bands, Irish dancers, and community groups, with attendees encouraged to don green and enjoy the festive atmosphere. For more details and updates, you can visit the official website at aohomaha.com.

Line-up: 10:00 am
Parade starts at 11:00 am

Pachyderm Luncheon with State Treasurer Tom Briese
2025-03-10 11:30 - 13:00 | German-American Society, 3717 So. 120th St, Omaha, NE, United States
Greater Omaha Pachyderm Luncheon Group

Guest: Douglas County Commissioner Mike Friend
Date & Time: February 24, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Check-in and networking at 11:25 AM, meeting starts at 12:00 PM, buffet served 11:40 AM – 11:59 AM)
Location: German American Society Main Room, 3717 S. 120th Street, Omaha
Cost: $25 (includes salad, main entrée, potato or similar, vegetable, beverage, tax, and tip)

Guest Speaker Tom Briese
Tom Briese, Nebraska’s State Treasurer since November 1, 2023, launched a notable political chapter after being appointed by Governor Jim Pillen to succeed John Murante, following a six-year tenure as state senator for District 41, where he was elected in 2016 and re-elected in 2020. While his treasurership didn’t stem from a traditional campaign, his prior legislative bid showcased a focus on fiscal responsibility and conservative values, highlighted by his 2023 push to recall Senator Merv Riepe over Riepe’s opposition to the Nebraska Heartbeat Act, a six-week abortion ban. Briese, a Republican from Albion born April 12, 1959, transitioned into the treasurer role with a platform rooted in efficient tax collection and state fund management, drawing on his rural Nebraska roots and legislative experience to steward the office, which he assumed without a public campaign but with Pillen’s backing amid a field of eight contenders.
RSVP.

Tim Walz Town Hall
2025-03-15 10:00 | Metro Community College — Swanson Conference Center, 5730 N 30th St Bldg 22, Omaha, NE, United States
Nebraska Democratic Party Townhall with Gov. Tim Walz

Time: Saturday, March 15 from 10am – 12pm
Location: Metro Community College — Swanson Conference Center
5730 N 30th St Bldg 22, Omaha, NE 68111

Cover photo by Gage Skidmore / CC 2.0.

Omaha Mayor Candidate Forum: Mayor Jean Stothert & Jasmine Harris
2025-03-15 08:30 - 10:30 | Centris HQ Building, 13120 Pierce St., Omaha, NE, 68144, United States
Join the Free Speech Society for their candidate forum of candidates for Omaha Mayor.
Centris HQ Building : 13120 Pierce Street : Omaha
March 15, 2025 from 8:30 to 10:30 AM
Jean Stothert:

Jean Stothert, Omaha’s mayor since 2013, is seeking a fourth term. A Republican, her focus has been on public safety, budget management, and economic growth. She boasts of reducing crime but faces criticism over projects like the streetcar, seen by some as favoring developers.
Jasmine Harris:
Jasmine Harris, a criminal justice reform advocate, is running for Omaha mayor in 2025. As director at RISE, she emphasizes public safety, affordable housing, and inclusive growth. Her campaign critiques the current administration’s priorities, advocating for the underrepresented.

Kickoff rally for Choose Life Now 2026
2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Converge Church, 14515 Harvey Oaks Ave, Omaha, NE, United States
For Such a Time as This
Take a stand to defend innocent life!
Kickoff rally for Choose Life Now 2026, the initiative to amend the Nebraska constitution to end abortion. The Choose Life Now Initiative is a 2026 ballot measure to amend the Nebraska Constitution to recognize the personhood of preborn children from fertilization, granting them the same legal rights as those outside the womb. Filed on January 22, 2025, and approved for circulation from February 7, 2025, to July 1, 2026, it aims to end abortion in Nebraska with no exceptions for gestational age, rape, incest, or broad “health of the mother” definitions, though it allows for carefully defined medical emergencies like ectopic pregnancy treatment. The initiative, rooted in biblical principles like Deuteronomy 30:19, encourages grassroots efforts through petition circulation in churches and communities, targeting the November 3, 2026, general election to establish a pro-life state.
Speakers include:

David Zebbolsky of Nebraskans Embracing Life
Melissa Hume, Peng Xiao and Rose Kohl of Choose Life Now
Dr. Patrick Castle and Bernadette Costello of LifeRunners

Saturday, March 15, 10 am – Noon
Converge Church, 14515 Harvey Oaks Ave, Omaha
All are welcome!
Questions: 531-262-0158 or David@ChooseLifeNow.net
chooselifenow.net

CANCELLED due to weather: River City Republicans luncheon with Mike McDonnell
2025-03-19 11:30 - 13:00 | Legends Patio Grill and Bar, 6920 Pacific St suite 100, Omaha, 68106, United States
NOTE: This event has been cancelled due to anticipated inclement weather on Wednesday.
The River City Republicans are hosting an event with Mike McDonnell, candidate for Mayor. The gathering is scheduled for Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. at Legends, located at 6920 Pacific. The cost is $25 for a buffet lunch. Alternatively, upon RSVP request, a beverage-only option is available for $10, offering unlimited coffee, iced tea, or soda.
RSVP to Dee Dee Kelly.

Pachyderm Luncheon with Jean Stothert
2025-03-24 11:30 - 13:00 | German-American Society, 3717 So. 120th St, Omaha, NE, United States
Greater Omaha Pachyderm Luncheon Group

Guest: Mayor Jean Stothert
Date & Time: February 24, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Check-in and networking at 11:25 AM, meeting starts at 12:00 PM, buffet served 11:40 AM – 11:59 AM)
Location: German American Society Main Room, 3717 S. 120th Street, Omaha
Cost: $25 (includes salad, main entrée, potato or similar, vegetable, beverage, tax, and tip)

Guest Speaker Jean Stothert
Jean Stothert, Omaha’s 51st mayor and the first woman to hold the office, has been a prominent figure in the city’s politics since her initial election in 2013. A Republican, she launched her mayoral career by defeating incumbent Jim Suttle and has since won re-election in 2017 and 2021, securing a third term with over 64% of the vote against RJ Neary. On March 26, 2024, Stothert announced her campaign for an unprecedented fourth term at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, emphasizing her record on public safety, economic growth, and infrastructure improvements like the downtown streetcar project, set for completion in 2027. Officially filing for re-election on February 20, 2025, she entered the 2025 race with a substantial financial lead, boasting a campaign war chest of approximately $614,000, far surpassing challengers like Mike McDonnell, John Ewing, and Jasmine Harris, as she aims to continue Omaha’s momentum in the nonpartisan election scheduled for May 13, 2025, following a primary on April 1.
RSVP.

Republican Senators' Recognition Dinner
2025-03-27 16:30 - 20:00 | Lincoln Station’s Great Hall, 201 N. 7th St., Lincoln, NE, United States
NEBRASKA: A CALL TO GREATNESS
Keynote Speaker: Congressman Jeff Fortenberry
Please join us at the Republican Senators’ Recognition Dinner
Thursday, March 27, 2025

VIP Event: 4:30 – 6:00 pm at Rodizio Grill, 737 P St., Lincoln, NE
Dinner & Speaker: 5:30 – 8:00 pm at Lincoln Station Great Hall 201 N. 7th St., Lincoln, NE

Dinner to be served at 6:00 pm.

The 2025 Nebraska Republican Senators’ Recognition Dinner, hosted by the Nebraska Republican Party, will take place on March 27, 2025 at the historic Lincoln Station in Lincoln, Nebraska. The event, themed “Nebraska: A Call to Greatness”, will honor Nebraska’s state elected officials, including State Senators, and recognize historical figures from the Nebraska Hall of Fame, such as John J. Pershing, Willa Cather, and Standing Bear.
This special evening provides an opportunity to celebrate Nebraska’s leadership and history, while showing appreciation and support for those who serve the state. Attendees can purchase individual tickets or sponsor a table, with tickets available online until March 20, 2025.
SEATING IS LIMITED! For more information email communications@ne.gop.
Register now.
Join the Facebook Event.
Please make checks payable to: NEGOP (memo line: Senators’ Dinner)
Mail to: NEGOP 1610 N Street Lincoln, NE 68508

Political Leadership School with Kirk Shelley
2025-03-29 08:30 - 17:30 | Millard American Legion Post 374, 13913 “S” Plaza, Omaha, NE, 68137, United States
The event will take place on Saturday, March 29, 2025. The location and details are to be announced. The event is hosted and paid for by Douglas, Sarpy, Saunders, and Cass County Republican Parties.
About the Foundation for Applied Conservative Leadership
Based in Fredericksburg, VA, this organization aims to educate conservative citizens on U.S. politics through:

Political Leadership School: Intensive one-day training on political strategy.
Educational Focus: Leadership and political process understanding.
Practical Training: Tactics for political influence and activism.
IRS Status: A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, enabling tax-deductible donations.

It’s known for its impact on conservative political activism and leadership development.
March 29, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Millard American Legion Post 374
13913 “S” Plaza Omaha, NE
Breakfast & Lunch will be provided.
Click here register.
Foundation for Applied Conservative Leadership
Hosted and paid for by Douglas, Sarpy, Saunders, and Cass County Republican Parties.
About Kirk Shelley
Kirk Shelley began his career in grassroots politics in North Carolina, working on Senator Jessie Helms’ 1984 campaign while in college. After completing his Army Officer Basic Course, he joined the National Right to Work Committee, focusing on state legislation. He later built a 110,000-member organization with the Oklahoma Freedom to Work Committee over seven years. As a political consultant, Kirk has achieved an 89% success rate across 237 State House and Senate campaigns in ten states, and has contributed to Congressional races, including the Ron Paul and Rand Paul presidential campaigns. He also served as a senior consultant for Campaign for Liberty for eight years, completing projects in 49 states. His work spans issues like gun rights, homeschooling, and property rights, involving grassroots mobilization, media, and candidate recruitment. Kirk developed training materials for the Foundation for Applied Conservative Leadership, where he was the first instructor. He is an East Carolina University graduate, a father of four, lives in Oklahoma City, is a member of Crossings Community Church, and is a veteran and honorably discharged Captain of the U.S. Army Reserves, having served in Operation Just Cause.
Photo by Gage Skidmore, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.

Pachyderm Luncheon with Mike McDonnell
2025-03-31 11:30 - 13:00 | German-American Society, 3717 So. 120th St, Omaha, NE, United States
Greater Omaha Pachyderm Luncheon Group

Guest: Douglas County Commissioner Mike Friend
Date & Time: February 24, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Check-in and networking at 11:25 AM, meeting starts at 12:00 PM, buffet served 11:40 AM – 11:59 AM)
Location: German American Society Main Room, 3717 S. 120th Street, Omaha
Cost: $25 (includes salad, main entrée, potato or similar, vegetable, beverage, tax, and tip)

Guest Speaker Mike McDonnell
Mike McDonnell, a Republican and former Nebraska state senator, launched his campaign for Omaha mayor on November 21, 2024, at the Omaha Firefighters Hall, emphasizing his deep ties to the city as a South Omaha native, former firefighter of 24 years, and fire chief for six. Running in the nonpartisan 2025 election, he aims to challenge incumbent Jean Stothert, whom he has criticized for not listening to residents, particularly on the controversial downtown streetcar project, which he nicknamed “Streetcar Named Disaster” and insists should be put to a public vote due to its $389 million cost funded largely through tax-increment financing. McDonnell, who switched from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party in April 2024 after a censure over his anti-abortion stance, entered the race with endorsements from former mayors Mike Fahey and P.J. Morgan, focusing his platform on public safety—addressing Omaha Police Department staffing shortages—road improvements, and taxpayer protection, while promising a detailed “blueprint for Omaha” by the April 1, 2025, primary, where he faces Stothert, John Ewing, and Jasmine Harris, with the general election set for May 13.
RSVP.

Omaha City Primary Election
2025-04-01 08:00 - 20:00 | NE
The 2024 election just ended, but the Omaha City Elections are coming up soon. All city council members and the Mayor of Omaha are up for reelection, so if you live in Omaha, make sure you are registered to vote at your current address and have a plan to vote either before or on election day. The primary election is April 1, 2025.

Omaha City Council Members Running for Reelection:

Pete Festersen (District 1)

Juanita Johnson (District 2)

Danny Begley (District 3)

Ron Hug (District 4)

Challenger: Gilbert Ayala

Don Rowe (District 5)

Brinker Harding (District 6)

Aimee Melton (District 7)

Mayoral Candidates for Omaha 2025:

Jean Stothert (Incumbent)

Mike McDonnell

John Ewing

Jasmine Harris

More details on the website here. Make sure you’re ready to vote (again)!

River City Republican Luncheon with Aaron Hanson
2025-04-06 11:30 | Legends Patio Grill and Bar, 6920 Pacific St suite 100, Omaha, 68106, United States
The River City Republicans are hosting an event featuring Sheriff Aaron Hanson, who will provide up-to-date information on critical issues affecting the community. Topics include the alarming increase in violent juvenile crime, efforts to lower the minimum age for charging juveniles as adults, the Douglas County Sheriff’s work with ICE regarding illegal immigration, and more. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and share their concerns.
Event Details:

Date and Time: Wednesday, April 16, at 11:30 a.m.
Location: Legends, 6920 Pacific
Options:

Buffet lunch (RSVP required)
Beverage-only option (unlimited coffee, iced tea, soda) for $10

RSVP Required: For food and beverage preparation

Email: 2RiverCityRepublicans@gmail.com
Alternative Email: Send2Kelly@aol.com

2025 Omaha by Design Mayoral Forum
2025-04-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Creighton University Harper Center Hixon-Lied Auditorium, 602 North 20th Street, Omaha, 68102, United States
Join Omaha by Design Tuesday, April 29 to hear Omaha’s mayoral candidates offer their visions for the city’s future growth and development. Omaha by Design is proud to present this Omaha Mayoral Forum focusing on people-centered urban design, infrastructure, transportation, and development issues. Special thanks to our host Creighton University. The event is free to attend, but registration is required.
Date and time
Tuesday, April 29 · 6:30 – 8pm CDT
Location
Creighton University Harper Center Hixon-Lied Auditorium
602 North 20th Street
Omaha, NE 68102
About this event

Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
ALL AGES
Free venue parking

The forum will be moderated by David Levy, partner at Baird Holm and President of the Omaha by Design Board of Directors. Candidates will be asked a series of questions prepared by the forum nonprofit partners, followed by questions collected from those in attendance.
Tickets available here.

Campaign & Candidate Workshop
2025-04-12 09:00 | NE
Are you ready to run?

The Campaign and Candidate Workshop is a full-day, hands-on program designed to help you build and run a winning campaign. The morning kicks off with an introduction to the Leadership Institute and a session to help you decide if you’re ready to run for office. You’ll learn the key questions to ask before announcing and how to build a campaign strategy that sets you up for success. Then, you’ll dive into campaign planning and structure, where you’ll discover how to assemble a strong team, set vote goals, and organize your campaign for maximum impact.
After lunch, the focus turns to messaging and name recognition—how to connect with voters in the middle and make sure people know who you are before Election Day. You’ll learn how to use social media, branding, and clear messaging to stand out. The afternoon wraps up with an essential session on fundraising, because, as Morton Blackwell says, “You can’t save the world if you can’t pay the rent!” You’ll gain confidence in talking to donors and building a solid finance plan.
Ideal attendees for the Campaign and Candidate Workshop are individuals who are looking to become more politically active. Candidates, campaign staff, and volunteers involved at any level should attend. Your registration will include a light breakfast and lunch for $15.

YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO:

Ask key questions before running
Build a campaign strategy that sets you up for success
Assemble a strong team, set vote goals, and organize your community
Use social media, branding, and clear messaging to stand out
Raise funds effectively

April 12, 2025 • 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
141 N. 9th Street
Lincoln, NE 68508
Cost: $15
Light breakfast and lunch included.
Register Now
LEARN. LEAD. WIN.
Contact: Margot Crouch or Holly Horn.

Pachyderm Luncheon with Aimee Melton, Brinker Harding, & Don Rowe
2025-04-15 11:30 | German-American Society, 3717 So. 120th St, Omaha, NE, United States
In two weeks, the Greater Omaha Pachyderm Luncheon will have the Republican Omaha City Council candidates, Aimee Melton, Brinker Harding, and Don Rowe.
Aimee Melton, representing District 7 in northwest Omaha since 2013, is a Republican attorney and managing partner at Reagan, Melton & Delaney, with prior experience as a Douglas County prosecutor. Chairing the Law Committee, she prioritizes safe neighborhoods, city growth, and taxpayer protection, earning recognition like the AARP Nebraska Community Fraud Fighter Award in 2024. Melton secured reelection with 62.5% of the vote in the April 1, 2025, primary, with her term ending June 9, 2025.

Brinker Harding represents District 6 on the Omaha City Council, first elected in 2017. A Republican with deep ties to Omaha as a fourth-generation resident, he works as a Senior Vice President at Colliers International in commercial real estate and previously served as chief of staff to former Mayor Hal Daub. Known for his focus on public safety, economic development, and infrastructure, Harding won reelection unopposed in the April 1, 2025, primary, with his current term ending June 9, 2025.

Don Rowe has served District 5, covering southwest Omaha and the Millard area, since his election in 2021. A Republican and Vice President of Sales at Millard Lumber, he brings a business perspective to the council, emphasizing housing, fiscal responsibility, and community needs. Rowe, who has been married for over 45 years and is a grandfather of 13, also advanced unopposed in the April 1, 2025, primary, with his term extending to June 9, 2025.

Mayoral Debate with Jean Stothert and John Ewing
2025-04-19 08:30 - 10:30 | Centris HQ Building, 13120 Pierce St., Omaha, NE, 68144, United States
The Free Speech Society will be hosting a debate between Omaha mayoral candidates Jean Stothert and John Ewing on Saturday, April 19 at 8:30 AM at the Centris building just south of 132nd and Blondo. Come and bring your questions!

2025 Banquet with Allie Beth Stuckey
2025-04-24 18:30 - 21:00 | CHI Center, 455 N 10th St., Exhibit Hall C, Omaha, NE, 68147, United States
Assure’s 2025 Imagine Banquet will be held on Thursday, April 24th, 2025 at 6:30 PM at the CHI Health Center Exhibit Hall C, located at 455 N 10th St in downtown Omaha.
Individual seats to attend the event are $45 each with a variety of sponsorship packages available. There are also several tiers of sponsorship opportunities available.
The keynote speaker, Allie Beth Stuckey, is a wife and mother of three who hosts the “Relatable” podcast, where she discusses news, culture, theology, and politics from a Christian, conservative viewpoint. She has authored two books, “You’re Not Enough (& That’s Okay)” and “Toxic Empathy,” and regularly speaks to organizations, churches, and students on topics including Christian political engagement, defending the Biblical worldview, supporting the pro-life cause, and countering progressive ideologies.
Rich Bott, president of Bott Radio Network, will serve as Master of Ceremonies. Dinner Chair for the event will be U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts.
Register here.
Photo by Gage Skidmore, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.

Pachyderm Luncheon with Douglas County Attorney Don Kliene
2025-04-28 11:30 - 13:00 | German-American Society, 3717 So. 120th St, Omaha, NE, United States
Greater Omaha Pachyderm Luncheon Group meets on the second, fourth, and fifth Mondays of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the German American Society Main Room, located at 3717 S. 120th St. On Monday, April 28th, John Sieler and the Greater Omaha Pachyderm Group invite you to join us for a special event featuring Douglas County Attorney Don Kleine. During the luncheon, Douglas County Attorney Don Kleine will discuss current events affecting the Attorney’s office, with time allocated for a Q & A session.
The cost of the luncheon is $25.00, which includes a plated lunch with your choice of entrée, potato, salad or vegetable, beverage, tax, and tip. Please note that the “Coffee Only” option is no longer available. To RSVP, please contact John Sieler at johnsieler@hotmail.com.
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Pachyderm Luncheon with Kirk Penner and Lisa Schonhoff
2025-05-12 11:30 | German-American Society, 3717 So. 120th St, Omaha, NE, United States
Join us for an engaging luncheon hosted by the Greater Omaha Pachyderm Group, led by John Sieler, on the second, fourth, and fifth Mondays of each month. We are excited to welcome State Board of Education members Kirk Penner and Lisa Schonhoff as our guest speakers. They will share insights on recent activities of the State Board of Education, followed by a question-and-answer session.
Event Details:

Date: Monday, May 12th
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: German American Society, Main Room, 3717 S. 120th Street, Omaha

Cost: $25.00, includes a plated meal (entrée, potato or similar side, vegetable, beverage, tax, and tip). Please note that the “Coffee Only” option is no longer available. Interested in attending? RSVP to John Sieler. Feel free to forward this invitation to other Republicans who may wish to join!
