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Former Refugees Gather Hundreds to Welcome New Afghans in LNK
Filled with city council members, representatives from Lincoln Public Schools, the city’s police chief – and Afghan refugees, the main ballroom at Embassy suites was packed Saturday. More than 200 people gathered in downtown Lincoln over the weekend to welcome some of the state’s newest Nebraskans. The message from organizers was clear: We’re sorry you’re in this situation, but we’re here to help.