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Lincoln's Haymarket in Top 10 of Great Neighborhoods 2009

The American Planning Association announced today that Lincoln’s Haymarket has been named one of the 10 Great Neighborhoods for 2009.  APA's flagship "Great Places in America" program celebrates places of exemplary character, quality, and planning. Places are selected annually and represent the gold standard in terms of having a true sense of place, cultural and historical interest, community involvement, and a vision for tomorrow.

APA Great Places offer better choices for where and how people work and live. They are enjoyable, safe, and desirable. They are places where people want to be — not only to visit, but to live and work every day. America's truly great streets, neighborhoods and public spaces are defined by many criteria, including architectural features, accessibility, functionality, and community involvement.

The Omaha vs. Lincoln Debate: Finally Over?

By Jason Keese


Earlier this summer, our local paper resurrected the Lincoln-vs.-Omaha story angle, asking readers, “Why is Lincoln better than Omaha?” and “Why is Omaha better than Lincoln?” This was roughly the 10,000th article written on the topic. Needless to say, this version covered no new ground.

Lincoln lovers trotted out their smack-down standbys: Haymarket, the Huskers, the Children’s Museum, bike trails, KRNU, lower crime rate and a list of restaurants.

Advocates for Omaha responded with the usual: Old Market, Qwest Center, better concert venues, the indie music scene (i.e., Saddle Creek Records), Henry Doorly Zoo and Nebraska Furniture Mart.As someone who recently moved to Lincoln after living in Omaha for 10 years, I’m here to put this argument to rest – literally. It’s time to put this tired dog down.