LINCOLN, Neb. (March 24, 2005) ?The Weather Channel will air four episodes dedicated to Nebraska during the program Road Crew this week. Road Crew, which showcases local attractions across the country while discussing weather in the area, visited the Omaha region earlier this month. The following is a list of dates and topics that will be highlighted

Thurs., March 24, between 8-10 p.m. (CT), Rainforest, Henry Doorly Zoo, Omaha, Neb.
Fri., March 25, between 8-10 p.m. (CT), Weather on Mars, Strategic Air & Space Museum, Ashland, Neb.
Sat., March 26, between 6-10 a.m. (CT), Fort Atkinson State Historical Park, Fort Calhoun, Neb.
Sun., March 27, between 6-10 a.m. (CT), Desert Dome, Henry Doorly Zoo, Omaha, Neb.

"We are thrilled to share these great attractions in Nebraska with the Weather Channel?s loyal viewers," said Dan Curran, director of the Nebraska Department of Economic Development's Division of Travel and Tourism. "These four segments will provide the public with a glimpse of the many things we have to offer in this great state and hopefully will increase their interest in making Nebraska their next vacation destination."

The Weather Channel, a 24-hour weather network, is seen in over 87 million U.S. households. Its Web site, weather.com, reaches more than 25 million unique users per month. Its content is currently ranked the 11th most popular in the United States by Nielsen//NetRatings.

For information on attractions in Nebraska and to receive a free Nebraska travel packet, call 1-877-NEBRASKA, or visit the Nebraska Travel and Tourism website: www.VisitNebraska.org .

For more information, contact:
Mary Ethel Emanuel at 402-471-3797 or 800-228