- The Omaha City Council is expected to officially approve commemorative street signs honoring Vera Johnson and Bettie McDonald — two women credited with founding Native Omaha Days and sparking a cultural tradition that spans generations.
- Johnson’s name will be placed on Laird Street, while McDonald’s will be honored on 24th Street.
- The tribute comes just days before the return of Native Omaha Days — a biennial event that draws crowds from across the country to celebrate family, history, and community pride in North Omaha.
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Just days before the return of Native Omaha Days, the city is paying tribute to the women who started it all.
The Omaha City Council is set to approve commemorative street signs for Vera Johnson and Bettie McDonald — the founders of Native Omaha Days, a celebration that unites the community every two years.
Johnson’s name will be placed along Laird Street, while McDonald’s will be honored on 24th Street.
The special recognition comes ahead of this year’s festivities — a lasting reminder of the visionaries behind one of North Omaha’s most cherished traditions.
