Omaha, Nebraska started in 1854 as a trading post and a major midway point between the East and West coasts. Since then, it has become one of the more prominent cities in the nation and in 2011, Omaha topped Forbe's list of America's Most Affordable Cities.
The metropolis as of 2010 held a population of nearly 870,000 and is home to five fortune 500 companies, the College World Series, Billionaire Warren Buffett and many other famous people plus countless historic museums and landmarks.
As a city, Omaha truly is one of the finest. Along with a world of activities, its atmosphere creates the perfect environment for families and young professionals to start up. It's a great place to live. If you haven't already, come see what we're talking about.
Did you know that these well known people are from Omaha?
Fred Astaire - dancer, actor Marlon Brando - actor
Warren Buffett - billionaire, investor
Gerald Rudolph Ford - U.S. president
Chip Davis - MannheimSteamroller,
Grammy Award Winner
David Doyle - Actor, Charlie's Angels
Andy Roddick - Professional Tennis Player
Paula Zahn - News Reporter, TV Host
Nicolas Sparks - Author "The Notebook", "A Walk to Remember
Eric Crouch - Heisman Trophy Winner - 2001
Bob Gibson - MLB - Baseball Hall of Fame,
Cy Young Award, 2 World Series Titles,
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