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Spark

By David Koesters

Published September 27, 2023 at 8:50 AM CDT

Omaha non-profit Spark’s mission is to help profoundly transform disinvested neighborhoods into prosperous and thriving communities. Explore how Spark helps weave the fabric of Omaha.

Special thanks to Manne Cook for showing me around The Fabric Lab at 24th and Lake Street, and to everyone who was there who shared the wonderful things they are doing.

KIOS Profiles

David Koesters

David started in broadcasting at his hometown radio station in Holdrege, Nebraska while still in high school. He went on to earn journalism and law degrees from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and has worked for a number of radio and television stations around the United States. He is a big advocate for community media and loves being a part of the local fabric of NPR. He also has a cat.

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