Good morning, Omaha.

Habitat for Humanity of Omaha announced a new plan to build 20 homes near 51st and Sorensen by recruiting 600 volunteers under the Pope Leo Village Initiative.

The group plans to keep home prices around *$300,000* to help more families enjoy affordable, stable housing.

The Omaha Star is renovating its North 24th Street location into a museum that celebrates Black journalism and founder Mildred Brown — restoring her original apartment furniture—as the paper continues publishing remotely; when renovations finish, it will resume publication next door.

University of Nebraska System Board of Regents approved a $67.5M plan funding a $55M training facility and a $12.5M baseball/softball clubhouse on UNO campus.

Construction begins in 2026 with occupancy in 2027 and 2028 — projects designed to upgrade athletic facilities and boost team competitiveness.

UNO students took part in a Black History Month food tour at the North Omaha Visitors Center & Martha's Coffee Shop on Feb.

26, enjoying a free drink and pastry while exploring local Black history. The event provided a learning opportunity about the community's cultural heritage.

Last year, the Legislature passed a bill that allows pre-K-2 suspensions for violent behavior after Gov. Pillen urged schools to restore classroom order.

Schools must notify guardians in writing and offer a meeting before enforcing a suspension (districts will automatically approve option enrollments for siblings).

Hillside Fund will launch a curbside composting program today in City Council District Three, allowing up to 1,500 households to pay ($35) per month for food scrap pickup, with sponsors aiding those in need.

Collected compost will support residential gardens and local farms.

Blue Hawaii is serving Hawaiian cuisine at 1303 S 72nd Street — its menu features sushi tacos, noodles, and poke.

The restaurant is open today from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday.

Omaha Skutt Catholic unveiled plans for a new activity center today.

The announcement did not include a timeline for construction completion or a total project cost.

Omaha Baseball lost to Wichita State by a 10-3 score Friday afternoon.

The teams will finish their series with a doubleheader Saturday at noon.

Omaha Kings and Queens arena soccer clubs will host Royal Family Day on Sunday, March 1, with the Kings playing Minnesota Blizzard at 2 p.m. and the Queens facing Kansas Astras at 5 p.m. (Halftime will feature family honors and in-game giveaways with complimentary raffle entries for guests.)

Omaha Athletics announced that Omaha-based Control Services signed a multi-year deal to become Maverick Hockey’s first uniform patch sponsor, marking a milestone for a non-FBS school in NCAA men’s ice hockey through Omaha Sports Properties.

Omaha Kings & Queens Pro Indoor Soccer

3-5 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Omaha Kings take on the Minnesota Blizzard followed by the Omaha Queens facing the Kansas Astras in an exciting indoor soccer showdown.

Kaivon Concert

8-11 p.m. — Slowdown — Check for ticket prices — Experience the melodic energy and danceability of Kaivon's music live on stage.

An Evening With Toto

7:00 PM — Orpheum Theater — Tickets starting at $90 — Experience the legendary hits of Toto live in concert.

Johnny Suite Live Performance

8-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Ticket info TBA — Experience the island reggae vibes of Johnny Suite from Hawaii.

Therapy Dogs

6-7:30 p.m. — Student Center — Free entry — Take a break and enjoy some stress-relief with friendly therapy dogs on campus.

The Work Lab Healthcare Roundtable

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Security National Bank - 3 Pacific Place — Free entry — Engage in a practical discussion on transforming healthcare work culture and exploring alternative employer-sponsored healthcare models.

Hercules Opera

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience Handel’s timeless opera exploring themes of trust and betrayal as Hercules returns home victorious.

10th Annual Shamrock 5k Run/Walk

9 a.m. — Backlot Taphouse — $7+ — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a family-friendly run and fun giveaways at Aksarben Village.

Discovering the Galapagos

2-3:30 p.m. — Holland Center — Tickets required — Explore the groundbreaking science of the Galapagos Islands with marine ecologist Alex Hearn.

Connected & Resilient: A Community Conversation on Youth Mental Health

This free community event will begin with a short film exploring youth mental health in today’s technology-shaped world — where connection, identity, and belonging often unfold online as much as offline. A panel discussion and keynote featuring experts working at the intersections of youth mental health, technology, and storytelling will explore and build on the themes surfaced during the film. The evening is designed not just to inform, but to reduce stigma, spark honest dialogue, and equip attendees with tools, perspective, and ideas to implement and maintain healthy relationships with technology.