Mary Nelson

3 weeks ago | 3newsnow.com | Mary Nelson

OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — How do you say, "Thank you," to a veteran? The words themselves work, or you might sponsor a care package - or give time. The Paralyzed Veterans of America relies on volunteers for different reasons - like fundraising events. Though, right now, the Great Plains Chapter needs dedicated volunteers to help consistently with the flower garden which anchors the American and PVA flags.

1 month ago | 3newsnow.com | Mary Nelson

OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — To appreciate the story we're about to share, you really should have some background. In 2017, KMTV last collected donations for Emmy Christiansen. She used that yarn to make hundreds of hats - which she gave away. So, when we heard she was running low, we paid Emmy another visit. And again asked for your help. Watch the story to see the delivery and Emmy's reaction to receiving 1,051 skeins and balls of yarn.

1 month ago | 3newsnow.com | Mary Nelson

OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — When 3 News Now's Mary Nelson sat down with Angela Williams, the president and chief executive officer of United Way Worldwide had just visited South Korea and was planning her next international trip to Australia. The organization serves people in about three dozen countries, but in its 137 years, never before had its head visited Omaha.

1 month ago | 3newsnow.com | Mary Nelson

OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Maybe it's you. Maybe you know someone for whom something is so important they consistently volunteer to support it. For Deb Zobel, supporting nurses who devoted themselves to care for patients became a priority, and so, about seven years ago, she founded the Nebraska Nurse Honor Guard. The organization has recognized about 750 nurses statewide since - those who've passed away and living. Zobel received ServeNebraska's Senior Volunteer award in 2024.

1 month ago | 3newsnow.com | Mary Nelson

SARPY COUNTY, Neb. (KMTV) — On a Saturday afternoon in May, Congressman Don Bacon talked to 3 News Now's Mary Nelson in his basement for an hour. They discussed tariffs, geopolitics, domestic politics, Medicaid and his re-election prospects. On his guiding principles: "When I retired in 2014, it just - the door became open when Brad Ashford won and Lee Terry lost. And I'm sort of an old fashioned Republican. I'm a Reagan guy in my heart. I guess I have layers to my priorities. I'm a Christian first.