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Black businesses help boost economy and grow community in the Omaha metro [Video]

OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Connecting local artist with local art lovers, Xavier Jackson’s business is what he calls a ‘rose in the concrete.’

“And really the last hope to give people kind of an outlet or an opportunity to advance their lives in a positive way,” he said.

When he started his business in 2016, Xavier first struggled to connect with other artists in the area. Now, The Local Art Plug has grown with a physical location for artists of all kinds to connect. He believes this month is “a perfect way to get people introduced to what we have to offer.”

The Midlands African Chamber of Commerce said Black-owned businesses have been a driving force behind the economy.

“Celebrate the resilience of those communities and highlight the importance of all of us coming together,” said CEO of the Midlands African Chamber of Commerce Karine Sokpoh.

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