Someone has really insulted Nebraska (Omaha: homes, live, move)

[case44]

Hey, Go Ne. I'll admit this: I share your pain. Let's glean something actually positive from all this. Think about this: Sometimes the best places in America are the places that don't get talked about. You have towns, cities, places, restaurants, parks, gift shops, or things all the time that don't get one word from a national perspective, but there a few who see something others miss and, thus, get people hooked after convincing them to visit. In other words, Omaha may actually have more of an advantage in being a best-kept secret rather than something everybody knows about. I saw some great pictures of Omaha that you shared recently in another forum, and they were very good. And your city may well be the best-kept secret in the Midwest. Nebraska's largest city does have a bright future, my friend. But I also saw pictures of another area that probably gets talked about even less, and that's Chattanooga, Tennessee. They really surprised me pleasantly and the surrounding areas looked great. Surprises really are good!

I live in Texas, and we have lots of cities, big and small, as you know. They get praised by some and bashed by others. There's one in particular that has an Omaha type of situation, except that this place is the ninth largest city in Texas, and it's trying to overcome the image of a nowhere town with the stereotype of tumbleweeds. The city is Lubbock, which is experiencing its largest growth spurt in the city's 100-year history. Not many people really talk about it, except for the few on the Texas forums who have brought the city up in threads. It is a place that I unapologetically try to rally around and convince people that good things are happening and that things are positively changing. Sometimes the best thing for a city is for it to offer surprises. Don't get me wrong; publicity is very good and every city needs that to promote itself for visitors, but you know, there are times when it's actually okay for a city or place to have its own mystery. Regardless of what others' opinions have suggested, there is beauty, grace, and majesty in the things that people don't know. I know it sounds crazy, but think about it a moment. Besides, what are best-kept secrets for??

Be encouraged, Go Ne. Omaha is moving forward. So, too, is Lubbock. Drop by and see us on the Texas threads if you get a chance. You're always welcome.

[mattpoulsen]

While I agree Lubbock may be a growing city its metro area (about 260,000) is more along the lines of Lincoln (about 250,000) than Omaha (about 830,000).

Nevertheless, your point is well taken. I'm not quite sure why the "measure" of a city is always just its pure size. Nice post.

[Chris19]

Go Ne, I have seen some of the comments bashing Omaha and Nebraska on your link and some (not all) of the comments are distasteful in my opinion. Not everyone is going to like Nebraska, and that is human nature: everyone has their different preferences. If people do not like an area, they should not slam an area or attack those from the area personally, but should be polite with indicating they are not big fans of Omaha. The posts lack respect and should have given you more respect. A lot of the generalizations about Omaha stems from stereotypes, ignorance, and a lack of understand. I see what you mean.

Sioux Falls, although it is 150,000 plus and a metro of 225,000, sometimes gets overlooked when compared to larger cities. That draws people here and the city is moving full steam ahead with projects and a strong and stable economy in spite of the recent economic downturn. The prior Texas post is a very interesting post, but Omaha is more in line with the likes of Albuquerque, Oklahoma City, Memphis, Austin, Grand Rapids, Louisville, Nashville, Syracuse, Tuscon, and Richmond. Omaha has been growing in prominence in the past 15 or so years in the Midwest and it has a strong and stable economy like Sioux Falls and unlike the coasts and some of the exotic places on the list.

I have been to Omaha a number of times and really like it and always enjoy my visits there. It is clean, easy to get around in, and friendly city with a respectable amount of shopping, entertainment, and eating options. The city has a decent airport. The city has potential to be greater in the future, but it can get there with a proud and progressive vision of its people along with its civic and business leadership.

[case44]

Originally Posted by mattpoulsen

While I agree Lubbock may be a growing city its metro area (about 260,000) is more along the lines of Lincoln (about 250,000) than Omaha (about 830,000).

Nevertheless, your point is well taken. I'm not quite sure why the "measure" of a city is always just its pure size. Nice post.

Just so you know, it wasn't about population, just perception, that's all.

[tpabes]

Originally Posted by case44

Hey, Go Ne. I'll admit this: I share your pain. Let's glean something actually positive from all this. Think about this: Sometimes the best places in America are the places that don't get talked about. You have towns, cities, places, restaurants, parks, gift shops, or things all the time that don't get one word from a national perspective, but there a few who see something others miss and, thus, get people hooked after convincing them to visit. In other words, Omaha may actually have more of an advantage in being a best-kept secret rather than something everybody knows about. I saw some great pictures of Omaha that you shared recently in another forum, and they were very good. And your city may well be the best-kept secret in the Midwest. Nebraska's largest city does have a bright future, my friend. But I also saw pictures of another area that probably gets talked about even less, and that's Chattanooga, Tennessee. They really surprised me pleasantly and the surrounding areas looked great. Surprises really are good!

I live in Texas, and we have lots of cities, big and small, as you know. They get praised by some and bashed by others. There's one in particular that has an Omaha type of situation, except that this place is the ninth largest city in Texas, and it's trying to overcome the image of a nowhere town with the stereotype of tumbleweeds. The city is Lubbock, which is experiencing its largest growth spurt in the city's 100-year history. Not many people really talk about it, except for the few on the Texas forums who have brought the city up in threads. It is a place that I unapologetically try to rally around and convince people that good things are happening and that things are positively changing. Sometimes the best thing for a city is for it to offer surprises. Don't get me wrong; publicity is very good and every city needs that to promote itself for visitors, but you know, there are times when it's actually okay for a city or place to have its own mystery. Regardless of what others' opinions have suggested, there is beauty, grace, and majesty in the things that people don't know. I know it sounds crazy, but think about it a moment. Besides, what are best-kept secrets for??

Be encouraged, Go Ne. Omaha is moving forward. So, too, is Lubbock. Drop by and see us on the Texas threads if you get a chance. You're always welcome.

You'll have a few Nebraskan's visiting Lubbock this year, on Oct 11th, hopefully it goes nothing like last time they were there for a football a game. Good to hear it is doing so well, Texas is a hard state to get recognition in, you hardly ever hear about El Paso for example.

[Chris19]

Originally Posted by case44

Hey, Go Ne. I'll admit this: I share your pain. Let's glean something actually positive from all this. Think about this: Sometimes the best places in America are the places that don't get talked about. You have towns, cities, places, restaurants, parks, gift shops, or things all the time that don't get one word from a national perspective, but there a few who see something others miss and, thus, get people hooked after convincing them to visit. In other words, Omaha may actually have more of an advantage in being a best-kept secret rather than something everybody knows about. I saw some great pictures of Omaha that you shared recently in another forum, and they were very good. And your city may well be the best-kept secret in the Midwest. Nebraska's largest city does have a bright future, my friend. But I also saw pictures of another area that probably gets talked about even less, and that's Chattanooga, Tennessee. They really surprised me pleasantly and the surrounding areas looked great. Surprises really are good!

I live in Texas, and we have lots of cities, big and small, as you know. They get praised by some and bashed by others. There's one in particular that has an Omaha type of situation, except that this place is the ninth largest city in Texas, and it's trying to overcome the image of a nowhere town with the stereotype of tumbleweeds. The city is Lubbock, which is experiencing its largest growth spurt in the city's 100-year history. Not many people really talk about it, except for the few on the Texas forums who have brought the city up in threads. It is a place that I unapologetically try to rally around and convince people that good things are happening and that things are positively changing. Sometimes the best thing for a city is for it to offer surprises. Don't get me wrong; publicity is very good and every city needs that to promote itself for visitors, but you know, there are times when it's actually okay for a city or place to have its own mystery. Regardless of what others' opinions have suggested, there is beauty, grace, and majesty in the things that people don't know. I know it sounds crazy, but think about it a moment. Besides, what are best-kept secrets for??

Be encouraged, Go Ne. Omaha is moving forward. So, too, is Lubbock. Drop by and see us on the Texas threads if you get a chance. You're always welcome.

Very well put. I see your perspective and GoNe's perspective. Like Lubbock, Sioux Falls, SD is growing at a good clip and is in a similar boat. Lubbock may be a little bigger than Sioux Falls' 150,000 plus in city and 225,000 plus metro. I am curious to learn more about Lubbock and someday see it for myself. Your city has a good-sized university too, Texas Tech. It seems to me it is progressive and full of friendly people like Sioux Falls. I have met number of Texans and their friendliness impressed me. You should be proud.

[case44]

Originally Posted by Chris19

Very well put. I see your perspective and GoNe's perspective. Like Lubbock, Sioux Falls, SD is growing at a good clip and is in a similar boat. Lubbock may be a little bigger than Sioux Falls' 150,000 plus in city and 225,000 plus metro. I am curious to learn more about Lubbock and someday see it for myself. Your city has a good-sized university too, Texas Tech. It seems to me it is progressive and full of friendly people like Sioux Falls. I have met number of Texans and their friendliness impressed me. You should be proud.

Thanks for the comments, but now I should point this out: I visit Lubbock only about once or twice a year, but I don't live there, so that's where the similarity with Go Ne ends. It's just that I have this fascination and a vision for that city and they will probably be one of the next sprawling places in my state. For the record, I live in the Dallas area, and we all know that's one big, honkin' place!

Just wanted to clarify.

[case44]

Originally Posted by tpabes

You'll have a few Nebraskan's visiting Lubbock this year, on Oct 11th, hopefully it goes nothing like last time they were there for a football a game. Good to hear it is doing so well, Texas is a hard state to get recognition in, you hardly ever hear about El Paso for example.

Nebraska and Tech should be a real good game.

But back to Omaha, all you Nebraskans do have something that you can take pride in. Embrace it.

[Go Ne]

Thanks, all of you, and I really am happy for both Sioux Falls and Lubbock for there growth and as for the invitation to the Texas threads, I just might take you up on that

[putz85]

This is the reason why i personally dot talk to nebraskans about how their city sucks. when you provide them with facts they research 3000 magazines looking for one to prove there point and then instead of being gracious about your opinion they act like they want to fight. I read the post you started to throw a fit because this guy didn't put omaha on his thread and when people told you to shut your mouth and vote on someone elses thread you made this one to get more people to back you up. Why dont you respect other people posts and not try to cram omaha down evryones throat.