North Omaha families celebrate new Habitat for Humanity homes

  • Habitat for Humanity dedicated three new homes in North Omaha — each one marking years of work, volunteer hours, and partnerships that turned longtime renters into first-time homeowners.
  • Nyahon Khor, a refugee and mother of four, says owning her home after 20 years of renting is more than stability — it’s a legacy. “I have worked for this blessing and today is my day,” she said.
  • Habitat Omaha reports more than 2,000 families have achieved homeownership since 1984 — with over half of recent builds concentrated in North Omaha, where fewer than 4 in 10 residents own their homes.

BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:

I’m Melissa Wright in North Omaha, where first-time homeowners are turning dreams into reality as Habitat for Humanity and partners hand over keys to homes filled with love, hope, and generational wealth.

In North Omaha, Habitat for Humanity celebrated three home dedications—each one marking the final step for families who’ve worked for years to earn their keys.

“I have worked for this blessing and today is my day,” said new homeowner Nyahon Khor…

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