Good morning, Omaha.

Mayor John Ewing Jr. announced a June focus on welcoming College World Series visitors and youth baseball teams as approximately 25,000 visitors from 36 states and 801 youth teams arrive in Omaha — visitor guides and maps will be distributed to help them navigate the city.

Chefs and kitchen staff at the College World Series help Omaha families by donating leftover food to the Together Pantry at 24th and Leavenworth.

Twice a week, the Saving Grace Food Rescue truck delivers fresh items so up to 150 families shop for essential groceries in a supermarket style.

A building permit dated June 3 shows Yard House will open its first Omaha-area location at 19051 Davenport Street in the Avenue One district southeast of 192nd & West Dodge Road, featuring a free-standing space with an outdoor patio.

Crews installed the Mutual of Omaha logo on the 44-story, 677‑foot tower downtown on Tuesday (14th and Farnam) ahead of the NCAA Men's College World Series; the company will move into the building this fall.

Let It Fly Sports Bar West is under new ownership after Michael Alan, who recently opened a Lincoln location, bought the Omaha site at 1311 South 203rd Street.

He plans to add improved seating while the original group keeps the downtown location at 1080 Capitol Avenue.

Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium has reopened its Stingray Beach exhibit after a year of upgrades to habitat design and care protocols.

Visitors can enjoy interactive stingray encounters with zoo staff guiding the experience.

New York-based filmmakers, including local videographer Mele Mason, have begun editing a sequel to 'The Brandon Teena Story' that will trace the film’s legacy and trans rights changes in Nebraska + its release is planned for late 2027.

Henry Doorly Zoo’s Stingray Beach re-opened today, letting visitors feed and pet stingrays.

The interactive exhibit offers families a chance to see marine life up close.

The Omaha Municipal Land Bank’s Ambassador Program graduated its latest cohort last week, training a diverse group of future board applicants and community advocates.

The Land Bank is now accepting applicants for the 2026-27 program.

Omaha Mayor John Ewing toured today the new $26M streetcar maintenance facility under construction east of Eighth Street along Riverfront Drive, where streetcars will be maintained (washed and repaired).

Omaha City Council approved a $103 million plan for Saddle Creek Marketplace — the first phase will build a four-story building with 138 market-rate apartments along 46th Street.

Developers are converting a historic Millwork Commons building at 12th and Nicholas into a luxury hotel with 144 rooms, a rooftop bar + restaurant + atrium with living trees.

Construction will begin soon and the hotel is set to open by the end of 2027.

MECA CEO Adam Straight joined KETV Tuesday to preview what fans should expect at the College World Series open practice day on Thursday at Charles Schwab Field Omaha.

Details on navigating the ballpark were discussed to help fans prepare.

Summer Vibes Concert Series

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Village Pointe — Free entry — Enjoy live music and good vibes under the sun with local and regional talent.

Sal Vulcano in Omaha

5-10 p.m. — Holland Center — Tickets from €46 — Enjoy a night of laughter with the talented comedian Sal Vulcano.

Fortune Feimster in Omaha

7-10 p.m. — Holland Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of comedy with Fortune Feimster.

Mojo Brookzz

6 – 9 PM — Funny Bone Omaha — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of comedy with Dyon 'Mojo' Brooks, renowned actor and stand-up comedian.

Sporting KC Summer Soccer Camp

June 15-18 — Nebraska MultiSports Complex — Cost TBA — A fun-filled soccer camp for kids ages 5-14 of all skill levels.

Artikal Sound System Concert

7-8 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $20 ADV / $25 DOS — Enjoy a vibrant reggae performance from South Florida's finest musicians.

The Motet Live Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $27 ADV / $30 DOS — Experience the vibrant sounds of The Motet, a legendary funk band known for their energetic live shows.

PWP Wrestling Presents: Reforged

7-10 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets starting at $10 — Watch local wrestling talent in an electrifying atmosphere at PWP's latest event.

40th Annual Pockets of Enthusiasm

Friday Cookout starting 5:30pm — Eugene T. Mahoney State Park — Inquiries about lodging available — Enjoy great food and fellowship with walking tacos and brunch.

Ben Folds Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Holland Center — Tickets available — Experience the genre-bending music of Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter Ben Folds.