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New Marriott Opens Doors in Omaha, NE: Successful Meetings

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share by Matt Alderton | August 18, 2017 Next week, thousands of visitors will descend on the state of Nebraska to witness the Great American Eclipse , the first total solar eclipse to take place over the continental United States in nearly 40 years. Just as significant to the state's tourism industry, however, is an event that happened this week: the grand opening of the Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District , the first new full-service hotel to open in Omaha, NE, in more than 10 years. Part of downtown Omaha 's $ 205 million Capitol District development -- which will include 218 luxury residential apartments ; Class A office space; a 525- stall parking garage ; 90,000 square feet of retail space for restaurants, shops, and entertainment; and a central plaza that will host citywide events and concerts -- the new hotel has 12 stories, 333 guest rooms, a rooftop swimming pool and bar, a full-service restaurant, a concierge lounge for VIP guests, a S...

University Unveils New Alumni Center, Housing, Adds Dining Options - News Center

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Text size: campus Aug. 17, 2017 This fall semester, The University of Texas at Dallas will debut new facilities, including two apartment complexes and an alumni center, and expand its dining options that will further enhance the campus environment. “It is exciting to see the growth and change that has occurred on our campus over the past decade, and even just in the past year,” said Dr. Calvin Jamison, vice president for administration. “As we continue to evolve into a 24/7 campus environment, the need for more amenities and services has increased, and our service-oriented team has responded.”  New Housing, Buildings   Canyon Creek Heights North and South, two fully furnished, apartment-style complexes at the intersection of Waterview Parkway and Tatum Street/Loop Road Southwest, will add a total of 800 new beds to campus this fall.  Canyon Creek Heights South includes a mix of efficiency, one- and two-bedroom apartments, as...

Apartments for Rent in Lexington, KY - 163 Rentals

Lexington, Kentucky, a charming city of around 300,000 residents, is located in the fabled Bluegrass Region . Known for many years now as the "Horse Capital of the World," the city was founded on the Kentucky River in the north-central part of the state. The available apartments in Lexington, KY come in a wide variety of architectural styles, and many of the communities are situated quite close to both the Kentucky Horse Park and the Red Mile Harness Track . Parks and the Outdoors In choosing between the hundreds of apartments for rent in Lexington, KY, outdoor enthusiasts can make sure they are located near one of their favorite spots. The University of Kentucky Arboretum and the Raven Run Nature Sanctuary , for example, are both widely loved. Other people might wish to visit McConnell Springs , a park area with building foundations that date to the end of the 1700s. Lexington Cemetery, which features a gorgeous tulip garden , is on the National Register of Historic Pla...