Omaha Black-owned businesses surge 122% in six years

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – Black-owned businesses in Omaha have grown by more than 100% in six years.

When Jackie Robbins started Rib Shack Smokehouse in 2020, all she had was her smoker, a few recipes and a lot of faith.

“Didn’t have a plan, didn’t have any startup capital, money, or anything,” said Robbins, co-owner of Rib Shack Smokehouse. “The community has supported us through every challenge that we have had.”…

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