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Bellevue’s REACH Innovation Campus Moves Closer to Construction
BELLEVUE, Neb. — A long-planned economic development project designed to strengthen Nebraska’s defense, technology and workforce sectors reached a significant milestone this week. The Prairie Hill Farm Area Development Authority (PHFADA) and the Nebraska Defense Research Corporation (NDRC) have signed a Letter of Intent to move forward with construction of the REACH Collaboration & Innovation…
Morrie’s Auto Group to Celebrate Grand Opening of Bellevue Dealerships June 27
Just weeks after the transition from Beardmore Chevrolet, Subaru and Hyundai to Morrie’s Auto Group ownership, the company is inviting the community to help celebrate its official grand opening later this month. The event will take place Saturday, June 27, from noon to 3 p.m., with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for 2 p.m. at the…
OpenAire to develop retractable roof enclosures for Mattel water parks with American Resort Management
by Charlotte Coates, Blooloop Editor OpenAire, a global leader in designing and constructing custom-engineered, all-weather retractable roof enclosures for aquatic venues, has announced a partnership with American Resort Management, working on the Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterparks project. As previously announced, these water parks will serve as a series of aquatic destinations designed to introduce a new entertainment…
WhiteWater Named Exclusive Vendor for Bellevue’s Mattel-Themed Waterpark
The future of Bellevue Bay Indoor Waterpark is becoming clearer as another major partner has officially joined the growing Mattel-themed entertainment project planned for Bellevue’s Highway 34 corridor. Recently, Vancouver-based water attraction manufacturer WhiteWater announced it has been selected as the exclusive global water attraction vendor for all future Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterparks being developed…
Bellevue to Welcome Sixth Nebraska Location of Burlington
The following is a submitted press release from Burlington Stores, Inc.: Bellevue, Neb. (May, 2026) – Burlington Stores, Inc., one of the fastest-growing national off-price retailers, is opening a new store in Bellevue this spring. This will be the 6th store to open in the state, giving even more consumers access to “wow” deals. Originally…
Down But Never Out: Sakkas Reopens John’s Grecian Delight
After nearly four months away recovering from a serious fall and surgery, longtime Bellevue restaurateur John Sakkas is back where many in the community know him best — behind the counter at John’s Grecian Delight. Sakkas reopened his restaurant on Friday, April 17, marking a welcome return for one of Bellevue’s longest-running local businesses. Located…
Eaton Announces $30M+ Investment, 200+ Jobs in New Bellevue Facility
Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced an investment of over $30 million to increase U.S. production of its medium-voltage switchgear, the equipment used to protect, control and isolate electrical equipment in data center, utility and industrial power generation and distribution systems. The Bellevue Chamber of Commerce posted this statement to their Facebook page today,…
The Story of a Chevrolet Family
Brian and Carey Hamilton, owners of Beardmore Chevrolet, Subaru, and Hyundai, have sold their longtime Bellevue business to Morrie’s Auto Group, based in Minnesota. While the plans are finalized and the transition from Beardmore to Morrie’s continues over the next few months, Hilary Hamilton, daughter of Brian and Carey, wanted to share a little bit…
Cox Employees Award $43K to Nebraska/Iowa Schools in 2026 Through Cox Charities
Cox Communications today announced its Nebraska/Iowa employees will award $43,000 to 20 Nebraska/Iowa educators through its unique employee-funded Cox Charities Education Grant program. More than 70 applications were received through the Cox Charities website this year from school administrators, teachers, teaching assistants, and media specialists (Pre-K through 12th grades) in Eastern Nebraska, Gretna, Elkhorn, Millard, Ralston, Papillion, La…
Popular Mexican Restaurant Pollo Feliz Opening First Nebraska Location in Bellevue
A new Mexican restaurant is preparing to make its Nebraska debut in Bellevue. Pollo Feliz, a popular chain known for its charcoal-grilled chicken, plans to open March 13 at 513 Fort Crook Road North, formerly home to Golden Bowl. The restaurant’s menu centers on marinated chicken cooked over open charcoal grills, a cooking style that…