New North Omaha greenhouse to offer unique opportunities [Video]

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – Light pours into the Highlander Accelerator’s 65,000 square-foot greenhouse, and soon people and produce will too.

North Omaha-based nonprofit No More Empty Pots will soon occupy the space and collaborate with another non-profit Seventy Five North.

Both organizations work to eliminate poverty and end hunger. The greenhouse is set to open later this year, with the grand opening Dec. 8.

The two organizations will offer a list of new amenities to the community that are both functional and educational.

“To bring the neighborhood amenities and something as large and as grand as this greenhouse is something that’s very unique for the North Omaha community,” said Jimmi Watts with 75 North.

Nancy Williams with the North Omaha-based No More Empty Pots told 6 News she’s excited to share it with the community.

“I have promised kale smoothies for some students who have said they didn’t like kale but they’re willing to try some kale smoothies,” said …